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This year in Tallinn, 11 streets, a lake, and a harbor received new names. The naming commission, following established practices, preferred historical and culturally significant names.

Some one-way roads in Tallinn have had traffic signs installed that permit bicycle traffic in the opposite direction as well. More places like this will be created, as installation of signs on several streets began last week.

On 1 June, Tallinn officially opens the beach season. This year, the beach lifeguard service will be provided by Forus.

The Tallinn City Government has submitted its budget strategy for 2025-2028 and the implementation plan for the “Tallinn 2035” development strategy to the City Council. The budget strategy serves as a guide for directing the city’s development and creating city budgets over the next four years, considering sustainability and financial feasibility.

In collaboration with Avolux OÜ, Tallinn has installed 50 specialized cigarette butt bins in September across areas near the city's water bodies. The initiative aims to prevent harmful waste from entering waterways while also facilitating recycling efforts.

On Saturday, June 1, the official beach season begins at Tallinn's public beaches. All five beaches are ready to welcome visitors.

From September 23 to October 14, the draft regulation for the designation of the Astangu-Mäeküla Nature Reserve will be open for public display. The aim of the reserve is to ensure the preservation of valuable natural habitats, heritage landscapes, and cultural heritage sites, as well as to maintain a functioning green network.

Starting this spring, Tallinn has appointed a nature ranger responsible for maintenance and landscape care in local conservation areas and the Paljassaare Special Conservation Area, as well as for the restoration and upkeep of species-rich meadows.

Starting today and running through 14 April, all Tallinn residents are invited to submit ideas for improving the city’s living environment.

As part of the Tallinn – European Capital of Sport 2025 program, a winter swimming day will take place on Saturday, February 22.