In Jurmala, the local opposition has expressed significant concern over proposed changes to the mayor's office structure, particularly the potential creation of a new role for former mayor Gatis Truksnis from the Green Party (LZP). During a recent council meeting, the opposition highlighted that the position of senior legal advisor, which was initially listed for the mayor's office, was changed to that of deputy office manager. This new position is expected to offer a higher salary ranging between 2009 to 5000 euros, an increase intended to correspond with the qualifications required for the role.

Opposition members have raised pointed questions about the transparency of this process, specifically whether a competition will be held for the new role. In response, Mayor Janis Ledins (LZP) avoided directly addressing the issue of a competitive selection, prompting further skepticism among council members. They suspect that, similar to the case in Ogre municipality where the former mayor transitioned into a prominent advisory position, the changes in Jurmala are orchestrated for the benefit of Truksnis and may lack procedural integrity.

The proposed restructuring of the mayor's office and the possible creation of a new role for Truksnis has sparked broader discussions on political patronage and the ethics surrounding job appointments in local government. As opposition members question the motivations behind these changes, it raises the prospect of a more contentious political landscape in Jurmala, drawing attention to the importance of accountability and transparency in municipal governance.