Thoughts from the Janakkala board of directors.

September 19, 2025

Janakkala lives in its people – and each of us can be a part of this story

Riikka Moilanen, chief executive

Janakkala is more than a place on a map. Its roots are in the soil. It is a community that carries the message of the past into the future. Few municipalities can boast such a rich history. Nature has always been a part of the story here. It is part of people’s living environment, filled with breathing spaces and paths of memories. It offers peace, inspiration, and room to breathe.

The economy of Janakkala is diverse. Both small family businesses and large industrial players operate here. A good location between Hämeenlinna and Riihimäki, along Highway 3 and the main railway line, makes the municipality an attractive place for both companies and employees. However, vitality does not come by itself, and there is still much to be done together to strengthen Janakkala in the future.

Janakkala lives in its people – and each of us can be a part of this story. Volunteering and community activities are the heart that beats strongly in Janakkala. When we take care of our history, our nature, and each other, we build a municipality where everyone can feel they belong.

We are currently living in the midst of a major change. The population structure is changing, service needs are growing, and financial resources are tightening. At the same time, maintaining vitality and attractiveness as a residential and business location requires long-term planning. For this reason, direction and a common will are needed. Therefore, we are currently preparing Janakkala’s new strategy, which must not be just a document. It is a compass that guides actions, decision-making, everyday choices, and the development of the municipality. The strategy provides a common direction so that we can make the right choices at the right time – resource-wise and by listening to residents.

Preparing the strategy is an opportunity to pause and listen to the residents. Hopefully, as many as possible will join this open strategy preparation!
Welcome along!