New car for the unemployment association: lifesaver for the needy!

New car for the unemployment association: lifesaver for the needy!

In the Uecker-Randow region, the unemployment association (ALV) has taken a significant step in the support of needy people. Today, on June 17, 2025, a new Opel Movano was handed over, which will be used in the future to supply the boards in Pasewalk, Torgelow, Eggesin, Ueckermünde, Löcknitz, Penkun, Ferdinandshof and Strasburg. Hannelore Schieben, the chairwoman of the ALV, said that the previous vehicle was very worn out and that the new van was urgently needed. The acquisition costs amount to 20,000 euros, which mainly come from the Western Pomerania Fund. Patrick Dahlemann, head of the State Chancellery, handed over the symbolic check. In addition to the Western Pomerania Fund, the volunteer foundation, the Sparkassenstiftung and a donation from E.ON also contributed to the financing. Nordkurier reports .

But what does this new van mean specifically for the people in the region? The ALV not only provides needy households, but also plays a central role in the local auxiliary network. The constant expansion of the boards and furniture exchanges in Eggesin, Löcknitz, Pasewalk, Strasburg and Ueckermünde proves that demand is high. In this context, Hannelore Schieben emphasized the importance of donations, especially in the furniture area, in order to be able to ensure extensive support.

Technical changes: Need for modern equipment

In addition to the vehicle handover, a technical challenge also mentions a technical challenge with which the ALV is currently facing. The changeover from Windows 10 to Windows 11 is imminent, with at least five new computers and the support of an IT specialist. The technology is outdated and a functioning network structure is essential for accounting. The required amount for the changeover will move in the four -digit range.

Five new computers are therefore planned to bring the digital infrastructure up to scratch. It is important that this change can be completed by October, because the ALV has a total of 130 members and employs around 110 people. This includes permanent employees, federal volunteer service and work opportunities, all of whom are urgently dependent on technical support.

economic developments in Western Pomerania

Uecker-Randow reports .

Innotec is supported by various institutions, including the Ministry of Economic Affairs Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, and has now initiated 16 projects in the field of research and development as well as 14 investment projects. The own contribution of the companies involved underlines the firm will to continue these initiatives, even without additional funding.