On December 7, residents of Józefosław elected independent councilor Maciej Dłużniewski as the village’s new sołtys, defeating incumbent Katarzyna Krzyszkowska‑Sut with a 683‑to‑262 margin.
Election Result
On December 7, a turnout of just 950 ballots—out of 9,242 eligible voters—was cast in Józefosław’s sołtys election. Independent candidate Maciej Dłużniewski secured 683 votes against incumbent Katarzyna Krzyszkowska‑Sut’s 262, winning by a decisive margin.
New Sołtys’ Vision and Background
Dłużniewski, a resident, musician, and city councilor in Piaseczno, emphasized that his vision for Józefosław centers on dialogue and listening to residents’ needs. He plans to increase village meetings and social consultations.
Village Profile
Józefosław lies just south of Warsaw in Piaseczno County, adjacent to the Kabacki Forest. With a 2021 population of roughly 14,800, it offers schools, preschools, shops, bike paths, housing estates, and direct access to Warsaw’s public transport.
Comparative Size
It outnumbers Poland’s second‑largest village, Plewiska, by nearly 700 residents and stands in stark contrast to Dąbrowa in Lublin, the nation’s smallest village, which has only 12 inhabitants.