Heldenberg votes: Thomas Glanz takes over the mayor's office
On November 29th, the municipality of Heldenberg will elect a new mayor. Thomas Glanz, current deputy mayor of the ÖVP, will run. Find out more about the upcoming election!

Heldenberg votes: Thomas Glanz takes over the mayor's office
There are exciting times ahead in the community of Heldenberg. A new mayor will be elected on November 29th after the previous incumbent, Günther Brandstätter, resigned from his mandate with effect from November 15th. The decision not to stand as the top candidate for the upcoming municipal council elections in 2025 led to the previous deputy mayor Thomas Glanz taking over the municipality's business.
Thomas Glanz, who is running for the Austrian People's Party (ÖVP), has already named his deputy mayor. This will be Michaela Dodes-Thumfort, who also belongs to the ÖVP. Glanz states that the coming weeks will be primarily dedicated to preparing for the upcoming election. “We now have to hold one election and then prepare the other,” said Glanz. This indicates that there is a clearly structured approach to fully respect the voter's decision and at the same time optimize preparations for the next local council election.
The background to the new election
The situation that led to the new election is not without significance for the future of the community. Brandstätter's resignation came as a surprise to many. He was known to the ÖVP not only as mayor, but also as a prominent figure in the community. With his resignation, a new chapter must now be embarked on, which requires both new ideas and stability in the administration.
Thomas Glanz, who is preparing for the election scenario, faces the challenge of convincing voters while maintaining the trust of the community. The selection of Michaela Dodes-Thumfort as deputy mayor is seen as strategically wise, as she will work closely with Glanz to set the course for the future of the community.
November 29th will show whether voters are convinced of Glanz's vision and his plan to lead the community into a new era. It remains to be seen how this election will influence the course of the Heldenberg community. For further information about the upcoming election and the candidates, we recommend taking a look at the ongoing reporting at www.noen.at.