Emotional farewell: Mayor Mihm leaves Schwäbisch Gmünd!

Julius Mihm, the mayor of Schwäbisch Gmünd, announced on January 8, 2025 that he will not apply for a new term. His second term ends officially on August 31, 2025 Mihm has been working in this function since September 1, 2009 and can look back on a successful era.

at an emotional moment that was characterized by touch and gratitude, Mihm kept farewell words in the town hall. In a staggering voice, he explained his decision to his narrow employees and officials who were gathered on this occasion. "You should stop when it is most beautiful," said Mihm, who was visibly moved in his speech. His successes include urban development, such as urban redevelopment and redesigning the district on the Hardt.

personal reasons for the farewell

The 59-year-old expressed that the requirements of the office were very high and it is becoming increasingly difficult to find time for himself. After his resignation, Mihm plans to retire and to work freelance in the urban planning area. In addition, as a lecturer, he would like to continue to carry out practical excursions for his students in Schwäbisch Gmünd.

Together with Mayor Richard Arnold,

Mihm is the longest mayor of the city. In 2009 he was voted the successor to Hans Frieser as Mayor of the Performance and has significantly shaped the development of the city since then. He was grateful for working with his team, the local council and Arnold, who had just won the OB election when Mihm was elected in June 2009.

For more details on Mihm's farewell and his career in Schwäbisch Gmünd, see Remszeitung and Gmünder daily mail .