Gütersloh prepares for Senior Citizens’ Council election in February 2026

How will the next Senior Citizens’ Council shape Gütersloh’s future? Join the October event to explore its role—and your chance to influence it.

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2025 November 8 . 3:06 PM

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Gütersloh prepares for Senior Citizens’ Council election in February 2026

Gütersloh is set to host an informative event about the Senior Citizens' Council on Friday, 10th October. The event, taking place at 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM, will focus on the upcoming election of the council on 5th February 2026.

The Senior Citizens' Council, consisting of twelve voting members and six advisory members, meets publicly four times a year. The event will be held in the council chamber at Berliner Straße 70. The council has thematic working groups focusing on mobility, safety, education, crime prevention, digitization, and culture and leisure. Alongside the council, city representatives will discuss its tasks, opportunities, and recent projects. As of now, no specific candidates have been announced for the February 2026 election.

Join the event in Gütersloh to learn more about the Senior Citizens' Council and its role in the city. The upcoming election on 5th February 2026 will provide an opportunity for citizens to have their say in shaping the council's future.