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.
In 1743 he attempted to join Sloten's council, which denied him membership. Two years later, he unexpectedly became mayor of the Frisian town, replacing Onno Zwier van Haren. He served as a representative in the States General for this small city until his early demise.