Thirteen municipal councillors step down in Vlissingen: two honored with Royal distinctions
On 30 March 2026, Vlissingen bid farewell to 13 municipal councillors after years of service. Two long-serving members, F. Oreel and J. Dooms, received Royal distinctions for their dedication to local governance, marking the end of an era for the city’s council.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Number of departing councillors | 13 |
| Honored with Royal distinctions | F. Oreel (2002–2006, 2014–2026), J. Dooms (2010–2026) |
| Political parties represented | GroenLinks, Hart voor de Dorpen, POV, PvdA, FVD, LPV, PSR, CU, Pro Vlissingen |
| Date of final meeting | 30 March 2026 |
| Location | Vlissingen, Zeeland |
The municipal council of Vlissingen plays a crucial role in local governance, representing citizens' interests, approving budgets, and overseeing municipal policies. The departure of councillors marks a transition in the city’s political landscape, often leading to shifts in priorities and decision-making.
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Farewell of municipal councillors 2022-2026 on 30 March 2026
On 30 March 2026, the final meeting of the municipal council in its previous composition took place. A total of 13 councillors said goodbye:
- The ladies R. Bostelaar (GroenLinks), L. Claessens (Hart voor de Dorpen), A. Geerink (POV), F. Oreel (PvdA), J. Weijermans (Hart voor de Dorpen), A. Werner (FVD) and B. Wiessner (LPV).
- The gentlemen A. Achterhuis (PSR), J. Dooms (LPV), R. Kleefman (Pro Vlissingen), P.J. Mersie (CU), H. Stevoski (PvdA) and A. Toguc (GroenLinks).
Royal distinction
Mayor Van den Tillaar presented two departing councillors with a Royal distinction:
- Ms F. Oreel (councillor from 2002 to 2006 and from 2014 to 2026);
- Mr J. Dooms (councillor from 2010 to 2026).