Drimmelen welcomes new council and honors long-serving member Ton Verhoeve
Residents of Drimmelen can witness the installation of their new municipal council on 1 April 2026, marking a fresh chapter in local governance. The event follows a heartfelt farewell to councillor Ton Verhoeve, who was awarded a Royal Honour for his 12 years of dedicated service to the community.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Installation of the new municipal council |
| Date | 1 April 2026 |
| Time | 19:30 |
| Location | Council chamber, Drimmelen town hall |
| Livestream | Available here |
| Agenda | View agenda |
| Honoree | Ton Verhoeve |
| Award | Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau |
| Service Duration | Since April 2014 (councillor), October 2013 (citizen member) |
| Voluntary Contributions | Handball, Carnival (Mayenèrs) |
The municipal council of Drimmelen plays a crucial role in local governance, representing residents' interests and making decisions on municipal policies, budgets, and community projects. The installation of a new council marks the beginning of a new term, ensuring continuity and accountability in local administration.
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Installation of the municipal council on 1 April 2026
On Wednesday evening, 1 April, a special council meeting will be held to install the new municipal council. The meeting will begin at 19:30 in the council chamber of the town hall. You can also follow the proceedings via the livestream. The agenda is available here.
Farewell with appreciation: Royal Honour for councillor Ton Verhoeve
On Monday evening, Mayor Boy Scholtze presented a Royal Honour to Ton Verhoeve from Made. He has served as a councillor for the municipality of Drimmelen for many years. The award was presented during the farewell of the current municipal council on Monday, 30 March, at the town hall in Made. From now on, the recipient may call himself a member of the Order of Orange-Nassau.
Ton Verhoeve
Ton Verhoeve has been a councillor for the municipality of Drimmelen since April 2014. He began as a citizen member in October 2013. In addition to his long-standing service on the municipal council, he has also made an impressive voluntary contribution to the community. For many years, he was a familiar face in the handball world, where he enthusiastically and dedicatedly contributed. During Carnival, he also played a role with the Mayenèrs. With his organisational skills, creativity and unwavering commitment, he made a valuable contribution to the vibrant Carnival life in our municipality. His social involvement makes him an important link in the local association life.