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Myrhorod Terrytorial Community
Poltava
Population:
The Myrhorod Community is situated in Myrhorod Raion, Poltava Oblast.
Total area: 632.1 sq km.
Population: 55,152
including Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs): 9,088
It consists of 37 settlements. The administrative centre of the community is located in the city of Myrhorod.
History
Myrhorod region is one of the oldest territories of the Left-bank Ukraine. Its name, according to legends, comes from the word “myr” (peace), as negotiations between different peoples were held here. In the 17th century, Myrhorod was the centre of the registered Cossack regiment, playing a key role in the struggle of Ukrainians for independence.
In 1631, the city was granted Magdeburg Law, which contributed to its economic development. The Myrhorod Cossacks took an active part in the war led by Bohdan Khmelnytskyi, and later in the Russian-Turkish and Seven Years’ Wars. In the 18th century, Myrhorod became a major trading centre, maintaining links with Danzig, Leipzig, Berlin and other European cities. Local craftsmen were famous for their leather, ceramic and metal products.
Myrhorod is a city with a rich cultural heritage. The Georgian poet David Guramishvili lived here for 32 years, and a museum in his honour was opened in the city. Every year, cultural events are held in his honour with the participation of the Georgian community and diplomatic representatives.
The Myrhorod Community has preserved many historical monuments. The village of Khomutets is home to the Muraviov-Apostols estate, the centre of cultural life in the 18th century. The collection of the library and art gallery of the estate testifies to the high level of education of its owners.
The village of Kybyntsi was famous for its manor house, which housed works of art, items of the French royal family and old books. The Trudoliub hamlet, or “Poltava Eden”, amazed visitors with its picturesque beauty: sculptures, an artificial lake, parks and rare plants.
Dibrivka Stud Farm, founded in 1888, is still a centre for breeding trotting horses. Every year, spectacular races are held here, attracting tourists from all over Ukraine and abroad.
Since 2020, the Myrhorod Community has united historic settlements, preserving their cultural heritage and developing modern opportunities for tourism and cooperation with Europe. The Myrhorod region remains not only a part of Ukrainian history, but also a bridge between traditions and European values.
Economy and Welfare
The Myrhorod Community is a resort town with a strong potential in the food and processing industry.
Myrhorod is a recognised resort of national importance with unique recreational opportunities and modern healthcare facilities. Before Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, there were 7 resorts in the area, which received about 50,000 holidaymakers annually. The main natural wealth of the community is the springs of healing mineral waters, which made Myrhorod one of the most famous resorts in Ukraine.
In addition to the resort industry, the community has successful agricultural, food and processing, and service enterprises.
The community has a developed social infrastructure – modern healthcare, education, sports and cultural institutions. The main economic activities are food processing, agriculture, transport, wholesale and retail trade.
One of the most promising sectors of the economy is the healthcare sector, which has significant development potential due to a wide network of healthcare facilities and demand for medical services.
Myrhorod Community offers favourable conditions for investors. The main advantages of the community are its favourable geographical and logistical location
The Community and the War
From the first days of the full-scale invasion, the Myrhorod Community experienced all the horrors of war. As of February 2025, air raid sirens in the community sounded more than 3,000 times, and regular attacks with missiles and drones caused damage to infrastructure and housing. The hostile shelling damaged more than 150 houses in Myrhorod, as well as a number of industrial facilities.
Despite the challenging conditions, the community has become a refuge for more than 15,000 Ukrainians who were forced to leave their homes due to the hostilities. Myrhorod has become a new home for 9,088 IDPs. Local authorities, volunteers and concerned residents came together to provide humanitarian aid, shelter and support to those affected by the war.
The community pays special attention to supporting the defenders of Ukraine. Myrhorod residents systematically help the military at the frontline, both financially and psychologically. In addition, the community has social support programmes for veterans and their families, including financial assistance, psychological rehabilitation and adaptation to civilian life.
Even in the most difficult times, the Myrhorod Community demonstrates the power of unity, mutual support and resilience.
Community People
Since 2010, Serhii Solomakha has been the Head of the Myrhorod Community. Under his leadership, the community continues to develop even in difficult times, implementing innovative projects and attracting international support.
Thanks to effective cooperation with national and international financial institutions, a number of important initiatives have been implemented in Myrhorod. These include ‘Bicycle Design as a Way to Reduce the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic’, which received UNDP support in 2021. The project included the installation of 100 bicycle racks for repair and 2 bicycle parking lots, cycling lessons for schoolchildren and the elderly, and the development of a community cycling programme.
In 2023, two large-scale projects were completed under the Emergency Loan Programme for Ukraine’s Recovery, funded by the European Investment Bank. This is the reconstruction of the Centre for Aesthetic Education and the conversion of the old building of School No. 1 into an art school.
Also in 2023, the community successfully implemented the EU project ‘MO.GE.DI.CO’ aimed at modernising the heat supply. As a result, the heating networks were upgraded, the gas boiler house was modernised and a modern boiler house with solid fuel boilers was built, which significantly improved the city’s energy efficiency.
The Myrhorod Community is an active participant in international initiatives. It has joined the Hromada Recovery and Empowerment Facility (HREF) implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) with the support of the German government. Jointly with the NGO Ecoclub and German partners, two projects were implemented to strengthen the community’s energy independence: the construction of a solar power plant for the Myrhorod Intensive Care Hospital and the modernisation of the power supply to Municipal Enterprise ‘Teplovodservis’.
In addition, the Myrhorod Community is actively developing inter-municipal and international cooperation. As of the end of 2024, it maintains partnerships with 13 communities in Ukraine and 8 municipalities in Europe, which facilitates the exchange of experience, investment and further development of the region.
Development Strategy
Myrhorod Community is a modern health and tourism centre of Left-bank Ukraine, combining a rich history, recreational and creative potential, and an environmentally friendly economy.
The Community Development Strategy until 2030, approved by the City Council in 2024, defines four key areas of development.
The first one is to create a comfortable environment for residents and guests of the community. This involves modernising urban infrastructure, improving transport links and enhancing environmental safety.
The second area is the development of healthcare, rehabilitation and tourism. Myrhorod is known for its healing mineral waters, so the community plans to improve its resort facilities, expand the range of medical and rehabilitation services, and attract new tourists.
The third vector of the strategy is the development of an environmentally friendly, competitive economy. This includes supporting entrepreneurship, developing the agricultural sector, introducing environmentally friendly technologies and attracting investment.
The fourth goal is to increase the institutional capacity of local self-government. The community is committed to the digitalisation of administrative services, efficient resource management and enhanced international cooperation.
The implementation of these strategic goals will contribute to the sustainable development of the Myrhorod Community, ensure economic growth and improve the quality of life of its residents.