Richard J. Van Dorp III

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Richard J. Van Dorp III is currently a councilman on the Zeeland City Council. He has served on the council for 21 years. He was recently elected as mayor of Zeeland, succeeding Kevin Klynstra, who did not seek re-election.

As of August 12, 2025, Richard J. Van Dorp III did not have a website or any information online.

Supports the Zeeland recreation millage, which would generate more than $520,000 to support a recreation program that offers everything from Little League baseball to dance classes and learning how to use computer programs.

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Richard J. Van Dorp III is currently a council member on the Zeeland City Council. He has served on the council for 21 years. He was recently elected as the mayor of Zeeland, succeeding Kevin Klynstra, who did not seek re-election.

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Supports the recreation millage, saying it allows the department to offer programs at more affordable rates than neighboring communities.

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