Former mayor Erhard Klotz of Neckarsulm died

Former mayor Erhard Klotz of Neckarsulm died

Today Neckarsulm mourns the loss of an influential personality. Erhard Klotz, who held the office of mayor from 1967 to 1992, has died at the age of 87. Klotz has had a strong influence on the development of his city for more than 25 years and remains a highly valued representative of the SPD for many citizens, who also made a name for himself beyond the borders of his city. His special commitment during his term of office not only brought the city numerous awards, but also important educational and cultural institutions.

When he was elected mayor of Neckarsulm in 1967 at the age of just 29, his talent for keeping the city's well-being in mind became apparent early on. After the municipal reform in 1975, Klotz was promoted to mayor, where he steered the city's fortunes with overwhelming support - over 98 percent of the vote in his re-election. In 1992 he was made an honorary citizen of Neckarsulm, which not only underlines his merits, but also shows the respect that was shown to him. The current mayor Steffen Hertwig praised Klotz as a highly deserving personality who shaped a crucial chapter in the city's history.

A legacy for the city

The list of his achievements is long: under his leadership, numerous important facilities such as a music school, the Ballei sports and events hall, the city park and the AQUAtoll leisure pool were created. Klotz was also instrumental in the sustainable development of the Heilbronn educational campus and accompanied the creation of Experimenta until 2019. His efforts to save the Audi factory during the VW crisis in 1975 are another example of his tireless commitment to the city and the region.

His political career did not end with his departure from town hall. Klotz took over the position of ministerial director in the Ministry of the Interior and became general manager of the Association of Cities. He also headed the Dieter Schwarz Foundation, where he continued to have a significant impact on the educational and cultural landscape.

The city of Neckarsulm has lost one of its most important people, Klotz. The impact of his work will reverberate for years to come, and his legacy will be central to generations to come. We remember a person who stood for his city with heart and mind and always kept an eye on the fate of his fellow citizens.

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Nevertheless, the focus remains on the loss and legacy of Erhard Klotz, a man who is firmly anchored in Neckarsulm's history. May he rest in peace.