Long-serving Uitgeest councillor Guus Krom awarded royal honour after 28 years of service
After nearly three decades of dedication to Uitgeest, Guus Krom has been honored with a royal distinction and the mayor’s badge. Residents celebrate her legacy as she steps down, marking the end of an era in local governance.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Guus Krom |
| Years of Service | 28 years |
| Political Affiliation | Uitgeester Vrije Partij (founded in 2001) |
| Awards Received | Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau, Mayor’s Badge |
| Location | Uitgeest, Noord-Holland |
| Farewell Date | 31 March 2026 |
| Mayor Presenting | Sebastiaan Nieuwland |
The municipal council of Uitgeest plays a key role in local governance, representing residents' interests and overseeing community policies. Royal honours, such as the Order of Orange-Nassau, are awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to society, often on the recommendation of local authorities.
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Royal honour for Guus Krom
On Tuesday evening, 31 March, Ms Guus Krom received a royal honour and the mayor’s badge upon her farewell from the municipal council of Uitgeest. After 28 years on the council, she was presented with the awards by Mayor Sebastiaan Nieuwland.
The municipal council of Uitgeest said goodbye to six councillors on 31 March. These councillors will not return on 1 April for the installation of the new council.
Uitgeester Vrije Partij
Guus Krom joined the municipal council of Uitgeest in 1998 as a member of the Labour Party. In 2001, together with the late Jan van den Berg, she founded her own political party: the Uitgeester Vrije Partij. For an impressive 24 consecutive years, Ms Krom served on the council with this party.
In his speech, Mayor Nieuwland described Ms Krom as a well-known figure in Uitgeest. He praised her love for the town and thanked her for her dedication over the past 28 years.
Royal honour and mayor’s badge
Ms Krom received two awards. The mayor’s badge for her exceptional and ceremonial contributions to Uitgeest over the past decades, and a royal honour, appointing her as a member of the Order of Orange-Nassau.