Ten experienced councillors step down as Tubbergen council undergoes major transition
Residents of Tubbergen bid farewell to ten dedicated municipal councillors, who collectively contributed nearly 80 years of experience. Their departure marks a significant shift in local governance, with new representatives set to take office tomorrow.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Municipality | Tubbergen |
| Number of departing councillors | 10 |
| Total years of experience | Nearly 80 years |
| Departing councillors | Marian de Boer, Martin Groothuis, Gerbert-Jan Hendriksen, Hans te Kolsté, Herman Lentferink, Christel Luttikhuis, Bertus Nijhuis, Pim Oude Geerdink, Alexander Plegt, Henk Wessels |
| Political affiliations | Lokaal Sterk, Gemeentebelangen-VVD, Lijst Te Kolsté, CDA, Keerpunt22 |
| Farewell date | 31 March 2026 |
| New councillors sworn in | 1 April 2026 |
The municipal council of Tubbergen is responsible for local governance, including policy-making, budget allocation, and representing the interests of residents. This transition marks a new chapter for the council, as incoming members will shape the future of the municipality.
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Farewell of ten municipal councillors in Tubbergen
For the very last time, the municipal council of Tubbergen met this evening (31 March 2026). On the agenda was the farewell of the councillors who will not return in the new term. During the council meeting, ten municipal councillors resigned from the municipal council of Tubbergen. Over the past years, they have dedicated themselves with great commitment. The following councillors were farewelled: Marian de Boer (Lokaal Sterk), Martin Groothuis (Gemeentebelangen-VVD), Gerbert-Jan Hendriksen (Gemeentebelangen-VVD), Hans te Kolsté (Lijst Te Kolsté), Herman Lentferink (Gemeentebelangen-VVD), Christel Luttikhuis (CDA), Bertus Nijhuis (Keerpunt22), Pim Oude Geerdink (Keerpunt22), Alexander Plegt (Lokaal Sterk) and Henk Wessels (Lokaal Sterk). During the farewell moment, Mayor Anko Postma addressed the departing councillors. He expressed his appreciation for their dedication. The mayor emphasised that the councillors had been highly involved over the past years and had actively contributed. They also made important decisions that contributed to the development of the municipality and the well-being of its residents. Together, the departing councillors have nearly 80 years of experience in the municipal council. Tomorrow, 1 April 2026, the new councillors will be sworn in.