Plans for the Elders' Council Election scheduled on November 29
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The city of Mönchengladbach is gearing up for its Senior Council election, scheduled for November 29, 2025. Here's what we know so far about the election process, based on typical procedures for local councils in German municipalities.
Eligibility Requirements
Candidates for the Senior Council election must meet certain eligibility criteria. They must be at least 60 years old on the day of the election, have their primary residence in Mönchengladbach, and be German or EU citizens.
Nomination Process
Political parties and independent candidates can submit their nominations for the election. If you're an independent candidate, you'll need to gather at least 15 supporting signatures from eligible voters. Nominations must be submitted by no later than Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 6:00 PM. If more than 50 valid nominations are received, a public lottery will decide.
Nomination Forms and Supporting Signatures
You can obtain the necessary nomination forms from the Citizen Service department at the Vitus Center. The forms require personal information such as your last name, first name, occupation, date of birth, address (primary residence), email, and telephone number. Supporters providing their backing must also provide their last name, first name, date of birth, address (primary residence), email, and telephone number (if available).
Election Method
The election will be conducted entirely by mail.
Ineligible Candidates
Members of the Council, district representatives, city committee voting members, and certain professionals affiliated with advocacy associations or unions are not eligible to run. Candidates must also have no legal impediments to candidacy.
Further Information
For more detailed information, including key deadlines and the formal regulations, we recommend consulting the official Mönchengladbach city website or the North Rhine-Westphalia state election office. An appointment is required to obtain the forms, which can be arranged by contacting the email address [email protected].
Stay tuned for updates on the 2025 Senior Council election in Mönchengladbach!
- Political parties and independent candidates can submit their nominations for the Senior Council election in Mönchengladbach, scheduled for November 29, 2025, as part of the general-news about the election process.
- If you're an independent candidate for the Senior Council election in Mönchengladbach, you'll need to gather at least 15 supporting signatures from eligible voters, a relevant detail in the context of politics.
