Stalowa Wola County

The Stalowa Wola County, located in the northern part of the Podkarpackie Voivodeship, was established in 1999 as part of the administrative reform, with its seat in the city of Stalowa Wola. With a population of 104,263 as of December 31, 2021, the county comprises urban, urban-rural, and rural municipalities. The main municipalities are Stalowa Wola and Zaklików, while the other rural municipalities include Bojanów, Pysznica, Radomyśl nad Sanem, and Zaleszany. Stalowa Wola County has a rich history dating back to 1973, when it was first created from the area of Nisko County, and its seat was moved to Stalowa Wola, which had been a separate city county since 1953. Between 1973 and 1975, the county included other municipalities such as Nisko and Rudnik nad Sanem. Notable figures who have served as the starost (county head) of Stalowa Wola County include Roman Ryznar, Bronisław Tofil, and the current starost, Janusz Zarzeczny. The county borders other counties, including Nisko, Kolbuszowa, Tarnobrzeg, Sandomierz, Kraśnik, and Janów Lubelski. In terms of architecture and culture, Stalowa Wola County boasts modern public utility buildings that blend harmoniously into the surrounding landscape. Local cultural initiatives help preserve regional traditions and foster community integration, making the area an interesting destination for tourists and enthusiasts of local culture.