Prosecutor's Office Investigates Construction Projects by Kežmarok Mayor Who Signed His Own Building Permits

The Prosecutor's Office is investigating construction projects by Ján Ferenčák, mayor of Kežmarok, who signed building permits for his own projects while serving as head of the municipal building authority. The case highlights a clear conflict of interest, as Ferenčák approved documents for his own construction activities in his dual role as both mayor and building authority chief. When questioned about why the mayor did not recuse himself from the proceedings given the obvious conflict of interest, municipal lawyer Lukáš Antoni stated he does not consider this a violation of the law. The investigation raises questions about governance practices in Slovak municipalities, where mayors often hold multiple administrative roles that can create situations where they oversee their own projects.