Experienced administrator Annemiek Jetten takes over as acting mayor of Ommen
Ommen welcomes Annemiek Jetten as its acting mayor starting 16 April, ensuring continuity in local governance after the departure of Hans Vroomen. Jetten brings decades of administrative experience to the role, directly impacting the municipality's leadership and stability.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Annemiek Jetten |
| Appointment | Acting Mayor of Ommen |
| Effective Date | 16 April 2026 |
| Previous Mayor | Hans Vroomen (departs 10 April 2026) |
| Swearing-In Location | Provincial government building, Zwolle |
| Birthplace | Belfeld (municipality of Venlo) |
| Previous Roles | Mayor of Sluis, Vlaardingen, Papendrecht, and Winterswijk |
| Years of Experience | Over 26 years in administrative roles |
| Appointed By | King’s Commissioner Andries Heidema |
| Consultation | Decision made in consultation with Ommen municipal council delegation |
The King’s Commissioner plays a crucial role in the appointment of mayors in the Netherlands, acting as the representative of the Crown at the provincial level. This appointment ensures the continuity of local governance in Ommen during the transition period until a permanent mayor is selected.
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Annemiek Jetten appointed acting mayor of Ommen
King’s Commissioner Andries Heidema has appointed Annemiek Jetten from Breda as acting mayor of the municipality of Ommen, effective 16 April. This temporary appointment follows the departure of Mayor Hans Vroomen. Ms Jetten has already been sworn in at the provincial government building in Zwolle.
Experienced administrator
Annemiek Jetten, born in 1963 in Belfeld (municipality of Venlo), is a versatile administrator, connector and networker with a passion for people. She brings over 26 years of experience in various administrative roles; she served as mayor of Sluis and Vlaardingen in succession and has acted as mayor in Papendrecht and (currently still) Winterswijk. She has more than 30 years of experience in integrated leadership and ultimate executive administrative roles in diverse organisations and settings. She is known as an energetic and committed administrator.
Continuity of governance
Hans Vroomen will be honourably discharged as mayor of Ommen on 10 April 2026. The municipality benefits from an experienced mayor to ensure continuity of governance. King’s Commissioner Andries Heidema has therefore decided to appoint Annemiek Jetten as acting mayor for the duration of the vacancy. The decision to appoint this acting mayor was reached in consultation with a delegation from the Ommen municipal council.
Appointment procedure
The King’s Commissioner expects to initiate the procedure leading to the appointment of a Crown-appointed successor in consultation with the municipal council, which will soon be installed.