Oostzaan municipal elections reveal preliminary results: VVD leads with 40.9% of votes
Oostzaan's municipal elections have concluded with preliminary results showing VVD in the lead. With a 57% turnout, residents have cast their votes to shape the future of their municipality. Discover how your community voted and what it means for local governance.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Municipality | Oostzaan |
| Election Date | March 18, 2026 |
| Total Voters | 4,337 |
| Turnout | 57% |
| Leading Party | VVD (40.9% of votes) |
| Other Parties | CDA (17.7%), GroenLinks (17.2%), D66 (16.2%), PvdA (8.1%) |
| Polling Stations Open | Until 9:00 PM |
| Results Availability | Results Page |
| Interim Turnout Updates | Turnout Page |
The municipality of Oostzaan is responsible for organizing and overseeing local elections, ensuring a fair and transparent voting process. These elections determine the composition of the municipal council, which plays a crucial role in local policy-making and governance.
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Live blog: Municipal elections
Preliminary results at candidate level are known
The preliminary results at candidate level are now available. The votes have been counted and the first results per candidate can now be viewed on our results page. You can find the results under 'Results and minutes per polling station'. These results at candidate level can be viewed per polling station.
Counting at candidate level
In the Oostzaan town hall, the counters are now busy carefully processing all the votes. All votes are now being counted at candidate level. It is meticulous work, but the volunteers are in high spirits!
The preliminary results are known!
The preliminary results of the municipal elections in Oostzaan are now available. A total of 4,337 voters in Oostzaan cast their ballots. This brings the turnout to 57%.
- VVD – 40.9% of the votes
- CDA – 17.7% of the votes
- GroenLinks – 17.2% of the votes
- D66 – 16.2% of the votes
- PvdA – 8.1% of the votes
For more details on the preliminary results, visit this page.
Thank you for voting!
The polling stations have now closed. We would like to thank everyone who cast their vote today and all the volunteers who made this election day possible. All votes are now being carefully counted by hand.
Interim turnout
The interim turnout figures from all polling stations in Oostzaan are now available. The figures are updated throughout the day on our website. View the interim turnout figures on this page.
Mayor Marvin Polak casts his vote
Mayor Marvin Polak has cast his vote at the town hall in Oostzaan.
Interim turnout
The interim turnout figures from all polling stations in Oostzaan are now available. The figures are updated throughout the day on our website. View the interim turnout figures on this page.
Interim turnout
The interim turnout figures from all polling stations in Oostzaan are now available. The figures are updated throughout the day on our website. View the interim turnout figures on this page.
Mayor Marvin Polak hands out filled pastries
Mayor Marvin Polak is visiting all polling stations in the municipality to personally thank the volunteers for their efforts. As is tradition, he does this by offering delicious filled pastries. At the polling station in primary school De Kweekvijver and polling station De Lishof, the atmosphere was excellent: everything was running smoothly, the volunteers were relaxed, and the voters enthusiastic.
First interim turnout figures available
The first interim turnout figures from all polling stations in Oostzaan are now in. The figures are updated throughout the day on our website. View the interim turnout figures on this page.
Voters arrive early at Oostzaan town hall
At the Oostzaan town hall, several voters have already cast their ballots this morning. Turnout is picking up, and the spring sunshine is clearly helping: voters are stopping by during their walk or on their way to work. The atmosphere is relaxed, and everything is running smoothly at both polling stations. Every vote counts and contributes to the future of our municipality. Will you be visiting today?
The polling stations are open!
It’s time: the municipal elections have officially begun. All polling stations in Oostzaan are now open. Over the coming hours, you can cast your vote and help decide the future of our municipality. What should you remember before heading out?
- Your polling pass
- A valid ID (passport, ID card, or driver’s license)
Opening hours
All polling stations in the municipality are open until 9:00 PM today. The doors will then close, and the counting will begin immediately. The start has been calm everywhere so far. Our polling station staff are present, well-prepared, and ready to welcome everyone. We wish everyone an enjoyable voting experience and good luck to all staff members who are ensuring the elections run smoothly today!
Check this page to find out which polling station you can vote at. For more information about the elections, visit this page.
Every vote counts!
This Wednesday, March 18, the municipal elections will take place. In this video, Mayor Marvin Polak explains why your vote matters. By voting, you make your voice heard on what is important in our municipality. Make use of your right to vote and visit a polling station near you. For more information about the municipal elections, visit this page. Not sure who to vote for? Fill out the Voting Advice Application.