Long-serving councillor Jacob van Altena awarded Royal Honour for dedication to Marker region
Jacob van Altena, a dedicated councillor with 16 years of service in local governance, has been awarded a Royal Honour. His work, particularly for the Marker region, highlights his commitment to public service and community interests.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Jacob van Altena |
| Award | Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau |
| Years of Service | 16 years (4 as alternate councillor, 12 as full councillor) |
| Key Roles | Confidence Committee (2020), Audit Committee (since 2020) |
| Region of Focus | Marker region |
| Date of Award | 31 March 2026 |
| Previous Role | Alternate councillor (2010), full councillor (2014) |
Local councils play a crucial role in representing community interests and overseeing municipal governance. The awarding of Royal Honours by the Dutch monarchy recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to public service, often at the local or regional level.
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Royal Honour for Jacob van Altena
Jacob van Altena has been awarded a Royal Honour
On Wednesday, 31 March 2026, Jacob van Altena received a Royal Honour after serving 12 years as a councillor and 4 years as an alternate councillor.
Mr van Altena became an alternate councillor in 2010 and a full councillor in 2014. His departure is, of course, regrettable, as he was third on the candidate list. However, he will return to his role as an alternate councillor, as he did in 2010.
Mr van Altena served on the Confidence Committee in 2020 (as the only non-group leader), which ultimately led to the appointment of Mayor Marian van der Weele. Since the establishment of the Audit Committee in 2020, he has been a member and is a staunch advocate for the interests of the Marker region.
Mr van Altena has been appointed Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau.