75 years Dr. Alois Rhiel: A life full of commitment to Fulda!

75 years Dr. Alois Rhiel: A life full of commitment to Fulda!

A very special celebration is in Fulda today: Dr. Alois Rhiel, the former mayor of the city, turns 75. Born on October 6, 1950 in Ginseldorf, Rhiel left many traces not only as a politician, but also as a person. His motto "grateful backwards, courageously forward and believing upwards" testifies to his deep faith and a positive attitude towards life, with which he has always campaigned for the community in his political career. So he also found his peace of mind as a Christian and is still committed to various non-profit institutions, such as the Antonius Foundation and the telephone pastoral care, in which he makes a valuable contribution.

Rhiel came to Fulda 41 years ago after he applied to the mayor. This application should remain the only of his career, because all other positions were offered. He began his way to politics in 1984 when he became mayor of Fulda. In the following years he gained extensive experiences in politics and business, including in his time as government president in Gießen and as deputy chairman of the Tegut food group. From 1998 to 2003 he was mayor of Fulda before being appointed to the Hessian state government as Minister of Economics and Transport in 2003.

A legacy of commitment and vision

During his term as mayor, Dr. Rhiel for important projects. This includes the Esperanto congress center, which plays a central role in Fulda's urban development with a budget of 43 million euros. Other initiatives include the construction of an underground car park under the bus station, the foundation of an IT start-up center and the privatization of the municipal slaughterhouse. The development of the Fulda Gallery and the introduction of the citizens' office are also due to its commitment. It is particularly important to emphasize its significant support for the relocation of the police headquarters in East Hesse to Fulda, which shaped the region's security architecture.

After his time as a minister and a stopover as managing director of OFB project development, Rhiel withdrew from active politics. Nevertheless, he remains an estimated citizen and supporter of various initiatives, which is why he is also known as the chairman of the Choir Association on the Cathedral. His influence extends beyond political borders and still has an effect in Fulda's society.

A life in Fulda

In his private life, Dr. Rhiel married and has two children, both of whom work in Munich. Whether in his role as a family man or as a respected personality of public life, Rhiel has always shown a good hand for the concerns of his fellow human beings. With his wife he feels at home in Fulda and enjoys being part of this community.

His commitment, his visions and, last but not least, his profound faith shape the life's work of Dr. Alois Rhiel. He says himself: "Gratefully backwards, courageously forward and believing upwards." A motto that remains shining even after 75 years.

More about Dr. Alois Rhiel and his career can be found on Osthessen News, Wikipedia und in einem Artikel auf fr.de.