2027 Water Authority elections

The water board elections will be held on Wednesday, March 17, 2027. On the same day, you can also vote in the Provincial Council. You can vote in both elections at the same polling place.

The Board of Directors of Noorderzijlvest Water Authority has 23 members. Together, they formulate policy, the “ regulations ,” and agreements. They do so on behalf of residents, farmers, and nature conservationists. Resident representatives are elected during the water board elections. You can vote for political parties or interest groups. Read more about the current Board of Directors.

You can vote if you:

• are 18 years of age or older; 
• lives in the area covered by Noorderzijlvest Water Authority; 
• are a Dutch citizen, or 
• are a citizen of an EU country, or 
• have a valid residence permit.

Water affects us all. In the Noorderzijlvest Water Authority region, we work every day to ensure safe dykes, clean water, and sufficient water for nature, agriculture, businesses, and residents. This is important because we are increasingly facing extreme rainfall, droughts, and other challenges to clean and healthy water. 

The choices we make today will determine how we live and work in the future. How do we protect our environment from flooding? How do we ensure an adequate supply of clean water? And what investments are needed to prepare our region for climate change? The Water Board of the Water Management Authority ( Board of Directors ) of the Water Management Authority of the North Sea Coast ( water authority ) makes decisions on these issues. The board also decides how the available funds will be allocated for water management in our region. By voting, you can influence these decisions.

Would you like to contribute your ideas and help decide the future of water in the province of Groningen, northern Drenthe, and the Lauwersmeer region? Then you can run for a seat on the board.

Yes. You can run for the “ Board of Directors ” through a participating political party on the “ water authority ” website, or register your own political party. For more information , visit the “Help Decide the Future of Water” page . 

The board of Noorderzijlvest Water Authority consists of an executive committee and a general board ( Board of Directors).

Members of the general board ( Board of Directors ) determine the broad outlines of policy, adopt plans and budgets, and oversee the executive committee. 

Members of the executive board are responsible for the day-to-day management of the water authority and prepare and implement policies and decisions.

Together, board members make decisions on topics such as water safety, water supply, clean water, and wastewater treatment. In addition, they represent the interests of residents, businesses, and organizations in the region. More information can be found on the Board page.

The time commitment varies by board member and position. On average, this takes about three to four days per month.

On this website, you'll find information about voting, running for office, important dates, and the board's activities.