Remscheid's OB Mast-Weisz will take place in 2025: Family is going!

Remscheid's OB Mast-Weisz will take place in 2025: Family is going!

A political earthquake in Remscheid! The popular Mayor Burkhard Mast-Weisz has announced that it would no longer be elected in 2025. This decision was anything but easy for him. But reason has won: Mast-Weisz, who will be 69 next year, would like to have more time for his family in the future. He is married, has two children and proud three grandchildren. A difficult summer is behind him in which he suffered several slight strokes. After intensive medical treatment, he nevertheless returned to his office.

The bomb burst when Mast-Weisz informed the political circles about his decision. In the late evening there was a message to the administration employees. But don't worry, he stays in office until the election 2025: "I'm not gone yet," he assured. This announcement leaves space for speculation about its successor and the future political landscape in Remscheid.

a farewell with style

mast-Weisz 'retreat marks the end of an era. His decision to focus on private is a strong sign of the importance of family and health. The city of Remscheid loses an experienced and committed mayor with him, who, despite health setbacks, has always worked for his city with full commitment. The coming months will show who will step into his big footsteps.