Glad town, Mönchengladbach, laments the passing of its ex-city administrator, Wolfgang Rombey.
Wolfgang Rombey: A Pillar of Mönchengladbach's Community and Culture
Wolfgang Rombey, a native of Odenkirchen, born in 1948, has left an indelible mark on the city of Mönchengladbach. His public service spanned over four decades, during which he held various influential roles, including city director, councilor, and president of the city sports association.
Rombey's journey began in 1967 when he started as a city inspector trainee in Rheydt. His educational background includes attendance at the Odenkirchen Gymnasium and the Higher Commercial School in Rheydt. In 1990, he was elected as councilor for school and sport in the city council of Mönchengladbach. Four years later, the council appointed him as city director, a role that was expanded in 1996 to include the cultural department.
During his tenure as city director, Rombey initiated a sports development plan aimed at promoting the sporting behaviour of the city's residents. He also strengthened the free cultural scene in Mönchengladbach, leading to the creation of artist funding under the brand "c/o Mönchengladbach." His efforts to promote children and youth culture in Mönchengladbach were evident in his building of a cross-border network with Dutch neighbours and his connection of textile development and culture in the city.
Rombey's presidency of the city sports association (Stadtsportbund) from 2015 to 2025 was marked by great passion and commitment. His leadership contributed significantly to the city's sports development during that decade. Notable projects he was responsible for include the construction of several comprehensive schools in Mönchengladbach, such as Hardt, Mülfort, Neuwerk, and the Realschule Volksgarten.
In addition to his contributions to sports and culture, Rombey was also involved in the construction of significant infrastructure projects in Mönchengladbach. He was significantly involved in the construction of the Borussia Park and the hockey stadium in the Nordpark.
The city of Mönchengladbach will keep Rombey in honorable memory, recognising him as a formative personality whose impact shaped the community over several decades. His legacy is one of dedicated public service and influence within Mönchengladbach.
Sports were an integral part of Rombey's public service, as he served as the president of the city sports association (Stadtsportbund) from 2015 to 2025, contributing significantly to the city's sports development. In contrast, politics was another sphere where he made a substantial impact, serving as a city director and councilor for school and sport in Mönchengladbach. His tenure included initiatives like the sports development plan and the creation of artist funding under the brand "c/o Mönchengladbach". Rounding off his service was his involvement in general-news by overseeing infrastructure projects such as the Borussia Park and the hockey stadium in the Nordpark.
