The municipality of Tynaarlo will have to deal with a budget surplus of two to two and a half million euros for 2023 to 2025. And if it is up to the college, a million is set aside for major projects. Half a million is intended for a so-called crisis fund.
In 2023, the municipality will set aside half a million euros extra for the development of the village centers in Zuidlaren and Eelde. The council is setting aside one million euros to achieve both plans for the center, which will include adapting the public area. In Zuidlaren, it is hoped that the plans for the front of the former Prins Bernhardhoeve site will be made concrete as soon as possible.
The theme of sustainability is also high on the agenda in the municipality, which wants to give residents a helping hand by having them advised by energy coaches. The climate is also a focus in the budget. Tynaarlo wants to champion clean air, clean water and clean earth, so that different types of plants and animals can thrive.
Because the municipality notices that many households and entrepreneurs are experiencing financial difficulties due to inflation and high energy costs, the council wants to set up a crisis fund for half a million euros. Because the municipality believes that its residents should be relieved, the intention is to lower the property tax (OZB), for which 195,000 euros has been set aside.
By looking at what can be solved with attention and social contacts, Tynaarlo hopes to give the well-being in the municipality a quality boost. That is why money is earmarked for meeting places in the neighbourhood, an active club life, cultural expressions and a green and well-kept environment. Because the need for sports, culture, welfare and education facilities is also recognized, broad investments are being made in these as well.
The budget surplus will turn into a deficit from 2026. “Like all municipalities in the Netherlands, we will receive substantially less money from The Hague before 2026, based on the current state of affairs. This is still being discussed nationally by the Association of Dutch Municipalities and the Ministry, with the expectation that a solution will be found. Nevertheless, vigilance is required,” said alderman Hans de Graaf.
The City Council will consider the budget on Tuesday, November 8.