Kauniainen is one of Finland's most desirable residential cities, and one of its greatest strengths is a balanced economy. Quality early childhood education, schools, a safe living environment and diverse services attract families, entrepreneurs and seniors. But how should the city's financial policies be guided, so that Kauniainen retains its attractiveness and maintains a high level of service, while keeping the economy sustainable and enabling growth and innovation?
Economic balance -- what does it mean for residents?
Kauniainen's strong financial position is not a given. In a small town, managing the economy requires careful planning to keep taxation competitive, but at the same time services such as kindergartens, schools, health services and leisure facilities remain of high quality. In addition, the city must attract businesses and new investment to ensure sustainable growth.
When drawing up financial guidelines, it is necessary to ensure that:
• Services remain first class for all residents — families with children, seniors and entrepreneurs.
• Investment and development are based on growth, not just savings “The city must invest in innovation, entrepreneurship and the creation of new opportunities.
• The economy does not rely on just a few sources of income — the city's economy will be developed in a diverse way, for example by attracting businesses, promoting entrepreneurship and using modern financing models.
Kauniainen as a home for international experts and families
The beautiful must invest in the fact that it attracts new vibrant families. Significant international projects are underway in the immediate area and the city needs to take advantage of this opportunity by offering families with special skills an attractive place to live. But how do we get these experts and their families to choose Kauniainen?
1. Multilingual and international education “Kauniainen can stand out by offering a truly multilingual education that invests alongside Finnish and Swedish in English as a global language.
2. Community and reception “The city can develop services and networks that make it easier for international experts and their families to settle in Kauniainen.
3. Recruitment and business cooperation “The city needs to develop cooperation with companies in order to attract world-class talent.
4. Housing and quality of life “A small, safe and natural city with fast connections to the metropolitan area and international companies is a trump card.
5. The attraction of Finland and Kauniainen internationally “The city needs to actively communicate its attractiveness and collaborate with global companies.
Beautiful as a growing city of the future
Managing the economy is a balancing act — the aim is to keep Kauniainen attractive and vibrant while ensuring the sustainability of the economy. When making decisions, it is important that the voice of all residents is heard and that the development of the city is planned so that it also serves future generations.
The key to the success of the beautiful is long-term, growth-oriented thinking and wise investments. When the economy is kept in balance without short-sighted austerity measures or unnecessary tax increases, Kauniainen can remain the most sought-after city in the future — both for local families and for international top talent and companies.
