New alderman Rik van Lochem

Councilman Rik van Lochem standing, in light blue blouse

On April 23, 2025, the City Council appointed Mr. Rik van Lochem (CDA) as alderman. He takes over the aldermanic post from Mr. Hans te Lindert as of May 1.
The portfolio distribution within the College of Mayor and Aldermen is unchanged, meaning that Rik van Lochem is responsible for:

  • Education and library
  • Childcare and guest parenting
  • Preschool
  • Housing education, building management and facilities
  • Operations and facilities management
  • Geo-information, land registry and authentic records
  • ICT
  • Sports, welfare and village halls
  • Local and regional media
  • Animal Welfare
  • Grant Policy