Lower Servant Schmitt is vying for the mayoral position in Lower Olm

In a significant development, the Social Democratic Party (SPD) has nominated Andreas Schmitt as its candidate for the Mayoral position in the Verbandsgemeinde (VG) Nieder-Olm. The current Mayor, Ralph Spiegler, announced earlier that he will not seek re-election due to his role as the President of the German Cities and Municipalities Association.

Andreas Schmitt, known as Obermessdiener, has expressed his commitment to the SPD, stating, "I am a convinced Social Democrat." Schmitt, who currently works in the administration of the Bishop's Ordinariate in Mainz, has lived in Nieder-Olm for decades.

The Mayoral election in VG Nieder-Olm will take place concurrently with the state election. Dirk Hasenfuss, the current Mayor of Nieder-Olm and a member of FWG, will also run for the mayoral position. The nomination of Andreas Schmitt as the SPD's mayoral candidate was officially confirmed at a board meeting.

Nina Klinkel, deputy SPD chairwoman, described the nomination as "a real showstopper for the Verbandsgemeinde." She further added, "Andreas Schmitt brings a wealth of experience and a clear stance that will be beneficial for our community."

Schmitt has emphasized the need for a clear stance and distinct voice, particularly in the current times. He has pledged to work tirelessly for the people of Nieder-Olm, ensuring a strong and vibrant future for the community.

It is worth noting that there is no information available about candidates running against Dirk Hasenfuss in the 2026 mayoral election for VG Nieder-Olm, other than the SPD candidate Andreas Schmitt.

The election date for the mayoral position in VG Nieder-Olm has been announced as March 22, 2026. The position of Mayor of VG Nieder-Olm is open for election due to the non-reelection of current Mayor Ralph Spiegler, who took over the presidency of the German Cities and Municipalities Association in July.

Recent reports by SWR have confirmed the nomination of Andreas Schmitt as the SPD's mayoral candidate in VG Nieder-Olm. The upcoming election promises to be a keenly contested one, with both Schmitt and Hasenfuss presenting their visions for the future of the community.