Overview

• The recall referendum follows city council accusations of mismanagement, including delays in services and housing benefit issues under Schubert's leadership.
• 143,200 eligible voters in Potsdam can participate in the referendum, with some having already submitted mail-in ballots ahead of the May 25 vote.
• A majority 'yes' vote must represent at least 25% of eligible voters for Schubert to be removed from office.
• If Schubert is ousted, a new mayoral election will be required within a few months, adding to the estimated €250,000 cost of the referendum.
• Schubert, under disciplinary review for a VIP ticket scandal, is backed solely by the SPD, while other parties push for a change in leadership.