Smallingerland council bids farewell to outgoing members and welcomes new term with public input session
Residents of Smallingerland can witness the transition of their local council this week, as outgoing members are honored and new representatives sworn in. A public Round Table on 7 April offers a chance to influence key decisions, including local bylaws and budget plans for the coming years.
| Event | Date | Time | Location | Key Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farewell to 2022–2026 council | 31 March 2026 | 17:00 | De Lawei, Small Hall | Honoring outgoing councillors and faction reps |
| Installation of new council | 1 April 2026 | 19:00 | De Lawei, Small Hall | Swearing-in of new councillors and faction reps |
| Public Round Table | 7 April 2026 | TBC | TBC | Topics: Local bylaws, OPO Furore budget 2026–2029 |
| Registration deadline (Round Table) | 7 April 2026 | Before 12:00 | Online/Phone | Open to residents and organizations |
| The Square (informal discussion) | 7 April 2026 | Post-Round Table | De Lawei | Discuss topics with councillors; register by 12:00 |
| Agendas and documents available | 27 March 2026 | From Friday PM | Smallingerland Council Info | Online access to meeting materials |
The Smallingerland municipal council is the local governing body responsible for decision-making on policies, budgets, and regulations affecting the municipality. These meetings mark the transition between council terms, ensuring continuity in local governance and public participation in democratic processes.
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Agenda for special council meetings on 31 March and 1 April
Due to the renovation of the municipal office, the council meetings will be held in the small hall at De Lawei (entrance Reidingweg).
The Smallingerland municipal council meets on Tuesday, 31 March 2026 from 17:00 – Special council meeting (farewell to the 2022–2026 council)
Combined meeting agenda The Debate and The Decision1. Opening2. Adoption of the agenda3. Adoption of the decision lists4. Admission of appointed councillors and validity of election procedures5. Farewell to outgoing councillors and faction representatives6 Closing
The Smallingerland municipal council meets on Wednesday, 1 April 2026 from 19:00 – Installation of the new council
Combined meeting agenda The Debate and The Decision1. Opening2. Installation of the new council3. Adoption of the agenda4. Appointment and swearing-in of faction representatives5. Closing
Interested in participating in the Round Table on Tuesday, 7 April 2026?
During the Round Table, the council seeks broad input from residents and organisations on specific topics to ensure well-informed decision-making. Residents and organisations are invited to participate, but may also register independently.
The agenda for the Round Table on Tuesday, 7 April includes the following items:- Amendment to the General Local Byelaws of Smallingerland- Multi-year budget OPO Furore 2026–2029
Please note: this is a provisional agenda. The final agenda for the meeting on 7 April will be published next week in *Actief*. The agendas and accompanying documents will be available on the website from this Friday afternoon at https://smallingerland.raadsinformatie.nl.
Would you like to participate in the Round Table? Registration is open until Tuesday, 7 April, preferably before 12:00. If you are attending as an observer, no registration is required. For more information about the Round Table, visit the municipal website or call 0512 58 12 34.
The Square
During the break of council meetings, *The Square* offers an informal opportunity to discuss topics with councillors. *The Square* begins immediately after the Round Table and lasts for half an hour. Registration is open until 12:00 on the day of the council meeting via [registration link]. Please include the topic you wish to discuss.