Wolfgang Borst: Hofheim honors a mayor with heart and foresight

Wolfgang Borst: Hofheim honors a mayor with heart and foresight

In a solemn meeting of the city council, Wolfgang Borst was appointed honorary citizen of the city of Hofheim. The master electrician and entrepreneur served as mayor over three term - from 2005 to 2023. It was an unexpected turn in his career, but Borst's tireless efforts for the city made him a central figure in local politics. He was a popular mayor who received over 90 percent of the vote in his re -elections in 2011 and 2017, as Mayor Alexander Bergmann reported. In his eulogy, Bergmann Borst emphasized a wide range of influence, in particular by the founding of the Hofheimer Allianz, which was awarded the European Village Renewal Prize. Borst leaves a strong legacy and is the only alive honorary citizen of the city.

new mayor takes over the rudder

With an impressive election result of 87 percent, Alexander Bergmann succeeded Wolfgang Borst as Mayor of Hofheim on Sunday. Bergmann, who will take office on February 9, 2023, promises to work for the expansion of renewable energies and the improvement of the digital infrastructure. In his speech, he thanked the voters for their trust and promised to have an open ear for the concerns of the citizens. The preservation of the indoor pool and the schools in the city will have a special priority. In addition, Bergmann plans to continue the successful development of Hofheimer Allianz and make the marketplace more alive. As the