New Salary Tables and Relief Premium for Public Sector in Langenfeld from May 2026
Starting May 1, 2026, new salary tables apply to civil servants and public sector employees. Parliament has also approved a tax-free relief premium of up to 1,000 euros, payable by employers until mid-2027.
New Salary Tables and Relief Premium for Public Sector Employees in Langenfeld from May 2026
Public sector employees in the city of Langenfeld will benefit from updated salary tables and an additional relief premium starting May 1, 2026. These changes stem from collective bargaining agreements and federal legislative decisions that also apply to municipal entities in North Rhine-Westphalia. Below is a summary of the key points, drawn from official sources.
Background on Salary Adjustments
Civil servant salaries and collective agreements like TVöD (for federal and municipal levels) or TV-L (for states and municipalities) are regularly adjusted to account for inflation and economic developments. The Federal Ministry of the Interior's draft law implements the collective bargaining result from April 6, 2025(öffnet in neuem Tab). Salaries increased linearly by 3.0% from April 1, 2025. The 2026 tables build on this with further adjustments.
In Langenfeld, where around 1,200 staff work in city administration, schools, daycares, and municipal operations (Source: City of Langenfeld Annual Report 2025(öffnet in neuem Tab)), this directly impacts the personnel budget. The city administration confirmed implementation in a public notice on May 4, 2026.
Key Changes in Salary Tables
Overview of relevant adjustments (based on federal pay scales A13 to A16, adaptable to TV-L):
| Pay Grade | Monthly Salary Before Adjustment (2025) | New Salary from May 1, 2026 | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| A 9 | €4,200 | €4,326 | +3.0% |
| A 13 | €5,500 | €5,665 | +3.0% |
| A 16 | €8,000 | €8,240 | +3.0% |
Note: Exact TV-L values for NRW may vary slightly; current tables available on oeffentlicher-dienst-news.de(öffnet in neuem Tab).
Step increases and family allowances rise proportionally.
The Relief Premium: Up to €1,000 Tax-Free
Parliament has approved a relief premium of up to €1,000(öffnet in neuem Tab), which is:
- Tax-free and social security exempt.
- Payable by employers until mid-2027.
- Up to €1,000 for full-time, pro-rated for part-time.
Public sector unions like ver.di resist, pushing for across-the-board raises. The Conference of Interior Ministers (TdL) is reviewing implementation. For Langenfeld, payout is expected in June 2026, as announced in the mayor's notice(öffnet in neuem Tab).
Impact on Langenfeld's Budget
With an annual budget of about €150 million (2025), the city must allocate extra funds. The 2026 budget planning, discussed in the Building Committee on May 10, 2026 (Agenda: City of Langenfeld Event Calendar(öffnet in neuem Tab)), focuses on personnel costs. Residents can attend publicly.
Relevance for Langenfeld Residents
These changes stabilize staffing in schools, administration, and fire department. Langenfeld Fire Department reports improved staffing due to better conditions (Source: Police and Fire Reports Rhein-Kreis Neuss(öffnet in neuem Tab)). It enhances appeal for new hires in a growing suburb (population: 60,000).
Related Local Events
- May 10, 2026: Building and Environment Committee, 6 PM, City Hall – Budget 2026 discussion.
- May 15, 2026: Council meeting, main topic: personnel costs.
- STADTRADELN 2026: City participates, start June 1 (similar to Eppertshausen(öffnet in neuem Tab)).
More info at mein-langenfeld.de/events(öffnet in neuem Tab).
Sources and Further Links
- Public Service News: New Salary Tables(öffnet in neuem Tab)
- Public Service News: Relief Premium(öffnet in neuem Tab)
- City of Langenfeld: Official Website(öffnet in neuem Tab)
This article is based on sources from May 4–6, 2026, and serves informational purposes. For personal advice, contact the city's HR department.
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