Cause Wienwert: Mahrer Wants to Continue as ÖVP Top Candidate for Vienna Election

In a press conference on Monday, ÖVP Vienna leader Karl Mahrer ruled out resignation before the committee meeting on Friday, where he is to be nominated as the top candidate for the Vienna election. The Vienna Wert case involves payments from a real estate developer to a company owned by Mahrer's wife. Mahrer, who according to media reports is facing a possible indictment, denies all allegations.

Vienna Chamber of Commerce Criticizes ÖVP Vienna Leader Mahrer Over Vienna Wert Case

Next Friday, a meeting of the party's presidium and board will finalize the ÖVP's list for the Vienna election. Over the weekend, the president of the Vienna Chamber of Commerce, Walter Ruck, spoke out. He described the situation as "very serious" in the "Presse". In light of the impending indictment for breach of trust by the Economic and Corruption Prosecutor's Office (WKStA), one cannot simply proceed with business as usual. Mahrer himself regretted on Monday that he had not yet received any information about the status of the investigation in the case. It is "a bit concerning" if the media learns about a possible indictment before the person involved does. Mahrer again ruled out withdrawing from politics, arguing that he has "a good and clear conscience," which a court would confirm should an indictment occur.

ÖVP Vienna Leader Mahrer Advocates for Video Surveillance and Alcohol Bans

The actual reason for the press conference was Mahrer's favorite topic, security policy. "Something has gone off track in our city," he stated. The leftist urban development stands "more or less helpless and shrugging." Therefore, Mahrer, together with security spokesperson Hannes Taborsky, presented a program shortly before the election in April to increase security in Vienna. At the forefront are video surveillance and alcohol bans in public spaces. Other demands from Mahrer include the introduction of a city watch, "zero-tolerance zones and mobile units for problem areas," an offensive against youth crime and violence - also on the internet in light of the attack in Villach - as well as the creation of a security situation report for Vienna. Taborsky also addressed the Villach case, emphasizing that the "fight against political Islam" must also be a priority. Additionally, the ÖVP Vienna wants to strengthen protection against violence for women. Lastly, Taborsky insisted on having a dedicated city councilor for security.

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