Dr. Stephan Keller now holds the position of mayor in Düsseldorf.
Newly Elected Lord Mayor of Düsseldorf Vows to Deliver on Promises
Dr. Stephan Keller has been elected as the new Lord Mayor of Düsseldorf, taking over the reins of the city's administration from his predecessor, Andreas Geisel. Keller, who received 118,308 votes, or 55.99% of the total votes, will be responsible for overseeing major urban development and civic projects in the city[1].
Keller's victory in the election was a decisive one, with him leading with over 54% of the votes in 380 out of 454 voting districts[2]. Geisel, who received 92,999 votes, initially conceded defeat to Keller[3]. However, Geisel expressed disappointment about the election outcome but looked back on his six years as mayor without bitterness, considering his tenure to be very good years for Düsseldorf[4].
In his acceptance speech, Keller thanked Geisel for the work he has done as mayor and expressed gratitude for Geisel's sincere congratulations[3]. Keller also pledged to live up to the responsibility that comes with his election victory and to address the topics discussed during the campaign with the city administration's employees[5].
As mayor, Keller has already shown a commitment to promoting sustainable and innovative city planning. This was evident in his official launch and support of the KöTower project — a pioneering 17-storey green high-rise office building on Düsseldorf’s prestigious Königsallee (the "Kö") boulevard[1]. The project replaces a 1960s-era building and highlights a focus on modernization with sustainability.
Keller has also taken on a role as patron of cultural and technological initiatives, such as the AI Festival held in Düsseldorf, emphasizing the city's aim to position itself as a hub for digital innovation and future-oriented industries[4]. His civic activities also include engagement with business and industry leaders, as seen in his hosting of the Düsseldorf Chamber of Industry and Commerce events where he delivered keynote addresses, indicating a focus on strengthening local economic development and industry relations[3].
In summary, Dr. Stephan Keller plans as mayor to modernize Düsseldorf through sustainable urban development, promote technological and cultural advancement, and support economic growth by fostering close ties with industry and commerce[1][3][4]. With a voter turnout of 45.27%, lower than the 52.57% in the municipal election on September 13, Keller's election marks a significant moment in the city's history, and residents will be eager to see how he delivers on his promises in the coming years.
References:
- DW.com
- Deutsche Welle
- Rheinische Post
- Düsseldorf Marketing & Tourismus
- Rheinische Post
Keller, as the new Lord Mayor of Düsseldorf, vows to modernize the city through sustainable urban development and position Düsseldorf as a hub for digital innovation. In his election victory speech, he also pledged to address the topics discussed during the campaign with the city administration's employees.
