A farewell with big shoes to fill: Robert Stangl is retiring

A farewell with big shoes to fill: Robert Stangl is retiring

A significant farewell was celebrated in Nittenau when Robert Stangl entered semi-retirement after more than 35 years of service to the city. Stangl, who is known as the head of the green team, has left many traces in his time and is highly valued by his colleagues and the city administration.

His career began on July 1, 1988, when he worked as a caretaker at the Nittenau elementary school. Five years later he moved to the construction yard, where he took over management of the green team in 1997. In this role, he was responsible for maintaining the city's green spaces and carried out numerous projects that beautified the city.

A life for the city

Stangl was not only a committed employee, but also a passionate gardener. Under his leadership, the frequency of mowing was increased to up to twelve times per year, which significantly improved the maintenance of the green areas. He also made flower pots himself and ensured that the plants were always well looked after. He always followed the tree register to ensure the health of the trees.

Originally from Regensburg, Stangl has lived in Nittenau since 1987, where he is also actively involved in his free time. He is a member of AC Nittenau and has won the title of “German Slalom Champion”. He has also been on the board of the Nittenau Horticultural Association since 1997 and thus contributes to promoting horticulture in the region.

First Mayor Benjamin Boml praised Stangl's many years of commitment and his services to the city. "We could always rely on him. He leaves big shoes to fill," said Boml and wished him all the best for the coming years. Stangl's commitment and passion for nature will certainly be missed in Nittenau.