Lochem bids farewell to outgoing councillors and welcomes new 2026–2030 council term
Lochem residents can witness a transition in local governance as outgoing councillors are honored and 23 new members sworn in for the 2026–2030 term. These meetings mark the start of a new chapter for local policy and community representation in the municipality.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Dates | 30 March 2026 (farewell), 1 April 2026 (installation) |
| Location | Town Hall, Hanzeweg 8, Lochem |
| Start Time | 19:30 (coffee/tea from 19:00) |
| Number of New Councillors | 23 |
| Number of Factions | 7 |
| Attendance Options | Public gallery or digital via www.lochem.nl/gemeenteraad |
| Mayor | Mayor Backhuijs |
The municipality of Lochem is responsible for local governance, including policy-making, community representation, and administrative decisions. These council meetings mark the formal transition between elected terms, ensuring continuity in local democracy and public service.
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Farewell council meeting on 30 March and installation meeting on 1 April
Next week, two special council meetings are scheduled in the municipality of Lochem. On Monday 30 March, the councillors who will not return to the council will bid farewell. On Wednesday 1 April, the 23 councillors will be sworn in for the 2026–2030 council term.
During the farewell council meeting on 30 March, Mayor Backhuijs will address the departing councillors. They will also have the opportunity to speak for the final time in the municipal council. In addition, the council will make decisions during this meeting regarding the admission of the councillors for the new council term.
Installation of new councillors and faction representatives
On Wednesday 1 April, the 23 councillors will be installed for the new council term. Councillors who were already on the municipal council before the elections will also take the oath or affirmation again. In addition, representatives of the seven factions in the municipal council will be installed. These faction representatives may speak on behalf of their faction during the Political Evenings.
Practical information
Both council meetings will start at 19:30. From 19:00, coffee and tea will be available in the central hall of the town hall, Hanzeweg 8, Lochem. Both meetings can be attended via the public gallery and digitally via www.lochem.nl/gemeenteraad.
Full agenda and more information
The full agenda for the new municipal council can be found at www.lochem.nl/gemeenteraad. More information about the councillors for the 2026–2030 term will also be available on this page after 1 April.