City Portals thanks users for their significant backing during the election period.
In the heart of Germany, the city of Essen held its local election on September 14, 2025, alongside the election of the Integration Council and the election to the Ruhr Parliament (Regional Association Ruhr). Over 3,500 volunteers played a crucial role in the preparations and on the day of the election, ensuring a smooth and efficient voting process.
The city administration of Essen extends its sincere gratitude to all the volunteers for their commitment. Mayor Thomas Kufen expressed his appreciation, acknowledging their indispensable contribution in the first round election. The press release regarding the election was updated on September 17, 2025, and the city administration has assured that sufficient volunteers are available for the upcoming runoff election.
As no candidate for Mayor reached the necessary majority in the first round, a runoff election is scheduled for Sunday, 28. September, 2025. The candidates expected to run in the runoff are Thomas Kufen (CDU), Julia Klewin (SPD), and Andreas Lojewski (AfD), with Andreas Lojewski closely competing for the second spot. The final runoff candidates will be Thomas Kufen and either Julia Klewin or Andreas Lojewski, depending on the final count.
The city's Press and Communications Office, located within the city portal, has issued a press release about the runoff election. For more information, you can contact them at +49 201 88-0 (Service Center Essen), via email at presse@our website, or visit their website at www.our website/presse.
The city administration of Essen thanks all those involved for their commitment and looks forward to the upcoming runoff election.
