Urk welcomes new municipal council for 2026-2030 term with fresh faces and renewed focus
Urk’s newly installed municipal council for 2026–2030 has begun its term, with ten new councillors taking office. Residents can expect policy shifts and local decision-making to reflect the priorities of the updated council, shaping the future of the municipality.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Term | 2026–2030 |
| Installation Date | April 2, 2026 |
| Location | De Koningshof, Urk |
| Mayor | Bart Jaspers Faijer |
| New Councillors | 10 |
| Parties Represented | SGP, CDA, Hart voor Urk, ChristenUnie, RBU, Krachtig Urk, Forum voor Democratie |
| Next Key Date | April 9, 2026 (swearing-in of committee members) |
| Contact for Questions | griffie@urk.nl |
The municipal council of Urk is the highest governing body of the municipality, responsible for local policy-making, budget approval, and representing the interests of Urk’s residents. The council’s composition directly influences decisions on infrastructure, social services, and community development.
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New Urk municipal council 2026–2030 installed
During a special council meeting on Wednesday evening at De Koningshof, the new municipal council of Urk for the 2026–2030 term was installed. In the presence of chairman and Mayor Bart Jaspers Faijer, the councillors took their oath and pledge.
Mayor's speech
Following the installation, Mayor Bart Jaspers Faijer addressed the municipal council. In his speech, he particularly addressed the ten new councillors. He emphasized that it is a great honour and responsibility to be part of the highest governing body of the municipality and to serve the Urk community.
New councillors
- SGP: Jan de Boer and Jan Loosman Lzn.
- CDA: Emma Wakker
- Hart voor Urk: Jan Loosman Azn, Jan Loosman Bzn and Jan Jongman
- ChristenUnie: Albert Woord
- Rechtvaardig en Betrokken Urk (RBU): Klaas-Jelle Koffeman
- Krachtig Urk: Jan Hakvoort
- Forum voor Democratie: Chris Kramer
Name of Blank List 7
At the start of the meeting, it was announced that Blank List 7 will be referred to as Rechtvaardig en Betrokken Urk (RBU) during this council term.
Start of new term
Next week, the municipal council will begin an extensive start-up programme to prepare for the new term. On Thursday, April 9, the swearing-in of the committee members is also on the agenda.
More information
More information about the Urk municipal council can be found at www.urk.nl/gemeenteraad. For questions, please contact the clerk’s office at griffie@urk.nl.