In 1743 he tried to become a member of Sloten's vroedschap, which refused to appoint him. After two years he suddenly became burgomaster of the Frisian town, succeeding Onno Zwier van Haren. He was a States General representative for this small city until his early death.
He tried to become a member of Sloten's council in 1743, but was unsuccessful. Two years later, he unexpectedly became mayor of the Frisian town, succeeding Onno Zwier van Haren, and served as its representative in the States General until his early death.