Mayor Marja van Bijsterveldt will be stepping down in September 2025 after serving nine years as the mayor of Delft. She announced her decision Thursday night during a city council meeting.
By that time, Van Bijsterveldt will be 64 years old. She has chosen to free up more time for her family, now that her husband is retiring and she has grandchildren. “I have been deeply involved in public service for around 35 years. This often meant long workweeks of about 60 to 80 hours,” she explained in her speech. “Now, I want to dedicate more time to myself and my family.”
By announcing her departure in advance, the city council will have ample time to appoint a new mayor before the elections in 2026. Provincial Commissioner Wouter Kolff will soon begin consultations with the party leaders regarding the start of the appointment procedure.
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