Five Long-Serving Heusden Councillors Awarded Royal Honours for Dedicated Public Service
Five departing councillors in Heusden have been honored with Royal distinctions for their long-standing service to the community. Their contributions, spanning over a decade, highlight the importance of local governance in shaping daily life for residents.
| Name | Years of Service | Party | Honour Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms. Van den Dungen | 27 years | Heusden één | Order of Orange-Nassau |
| Mr. Van den Brandt | 32 years | Gemeentebelangen Heusden | Order of Orange-Nassau |
| Ms. Van Agtmaal-van der Heijden | 20 years | Heusden Transparant | Order of Orange-Nassau |
| Mr. Heesbeen | 16 years | GroenLinks-PvdA Heusden | Order of Orange-Nassau |
| Mr. Meijer | 16 years | DMP Heusden | Order of Orange-Nassau |
The municipality of Heusden, like other local governments in the Netherlands, plays a crucial role in representing citizens' interests, shaping local policies, and ensuring community welfare. Royal Honours are awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to public service, reflecting the value placed on civic engagement.
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Royal Honours for Departing Councillors
Five Members Appointed to the Order of Orange-Nassau
On the occasion of the final council meeting in its previous composition, farewell was bid on March 31, 2026, to several councillors who are stepping down from their roles as public representatives.
The following honorees had served as public representatives for more than twelve years and were awarded Royal Honours in recognition of their service.
- Ms. Van den Dungen has been a member of the Heusden municipal council since 1999 – (Party: Heusden één).
- Mr. Van den Brandt has been a member of the Heusden municipal council since 1994 – (Party: Gemeentebelangen Heusden).
- Ms. Van Agtmaal-van der Heijden has been a member of the Heusden municipal council since 2006 – (Party: Heusden Transparant).
- Mr. Heesbeen has been a member of the Heusden municipal council since 2010 – (Party: GroenLinks-PvdA Heusden).
- Mr. Meijer has been a member of the Heusden municipal council since 2010 – (Party: DMP Heusden).
Mayor Willemijn van Hees presented the honours.