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Gilbert Meyer
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Gilbert Meyer (2015)
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| Mayor of Colmar | |
| In office 1995 – 4 July 2020 |
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| Preceded by | Edmond Gerrer |
| Succeeded by | Éric Straumann |
| National Assembly | |
| In office 1993–2007 |
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| Constituency | Haut-Rhin's 1st constituency |
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| Born | 26 December 1941 Dessenheim, France |
| Died | 21 September 2020 (aged 78) Colmar, France |
| Nationality |  French |
| Political party | Rally for the Republic (RPR) Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) |
| Occupation | politician |
Gilbert Meyer (born December 26, 1941 – died September 21, 2020) was a French politician. He served as a representative in the French National Assembly from 1993 to 2007. He was also the Mayor of Colmar from 1995 until July 4, 2020.
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Gilbert Meyer's Life and Career
Early Life and Political Start
Gilbert Meyer was born on December 26, 1941, in a town called Dessenheim, France.
He began his political career by becoming a member of the French National Assembly. This is like being a representative in the French parliament. He served there from 1993 to 2007. During this time, he was part of a political group called the Rally for the Republic.
Serving as Mayor of Colmar
In 1995, Gilbert Meyer took on another important role. He became the Mayor of Colmar. A mayor is the leader of a city or town. He worked hard for the people of Colmar for many years.
End of a Long Career
In 2020, Gilbert Meyer faced some health challenges. Because of this, Éric Straumann was chosen to take over as Mayor of Colmar on July 4, 2020. Gilbert Meyer passed away later that year, on September 21, 2020, at the age of 78.
