Local mayoral candidates announced in Šentilj and Žalec

In Slovenia, two new mayoral candidates have announced their bids for local office.

Petra Pucko has declared her candidacy for the municipality of Šentilj. Her platform focuses on infrastructure improvements, including water and sewage networks, and supporting the local economy and families. Key projects include district heating in Sladki Vrh, school kitchen upgrades in Rudolfa Maistra, and developing business spaces in Zgornja Velka. Pucko aims to foster Šentilj as a cross-border municipality connected to Maribor and Graz, emphasizing green tourism and transparent administration.

Rok Guček, representing the SDS party, has announced his candidacy for the municipality of Žalec. A professional in information security currently working at the Ministry of the Interior, Guček emphasizes a platform of “less promises, more actions.” His campaign focuses on security and regional development, supported by former minister Vinko Gorenak. Guček highlights his commitment to finding practical solutions and maintaining open dialogue with citizens.