Zundert expands support for residents with new agreements and initiatives
Zundert is taking steps to reduce financial stress, improve housing for vulnerable groups, and boost rural vitality. Residents can now access more government support, while new housing and environmental plans aim to enhance liveability and biodiversity in the region.
| Decision | Details |
|---|---|
| Extension of De VoorzieningenWijzer | Collaboration with Zorgweb until 31 December 2026 to help residents access financial support. |
| Framework Agreement ‘Housing, Well-being and Care’ | Fair distribution of housing for urgent groups in De Baronie region. |
| TAM environmental plan amendment | New business home at Hulsdonkstraat 11 in Klein Zundert. |
| ‘Zundert Floreert’ 2026-2030 | Rural development initiative with focus on water balance and biodiversity. |
| Cultural Vision and Implementation Programme 2024-2030 | Delayed plans due to budget cuts, but cultural education in schools starts in 2026. |
The Executive Board (B&W) of Zundert is responsible for implementing local policies and managing municipal services. It plays a key role in addressing social issues, such as poverty reduction, housing, and environmental sustainability, by collaborating with regional partners and residents.
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News from the Executive Board, 17 March
The Executive Board (B&W) meets on Tuesdays. For the media and other interested parties, we publish the public decisions every week on www.zundert.nl. The official list of decisions made by the Executive Board is available on the website one week later at zundert.raadsinformatie.nl.
On Tuesday, 17 March, the Executive Board made the following decisions:
Approves the extension of the agreement for De VoorzieningenWijzer until 31 December 2026
The Municipality of Zundert is extending its collaboration with Zorgweb for De VoorzieningenWijzer. This online tool www.devoorzieningenwijzer.nl/gemeente/zundert helps residents and professionals quickly check whether someone is entitled to additional financial support or assistance from the government. This ensures that more people can benefit from schemes aimed at combating poverty. As a result, financial worries can be reduced or even eliminated entirely.
Approves the Framework Agreement ‘Housing, Well-being and Care (fair share)’ in the De Baronie region
The Executive Board has adopted the Framework Agreement on Housing, Well-being and Care. This agreement includes provisions for a fair distribution of housing for urgent groups, such as families with children in crisis situations or people transitioning out of care. The aim is to ensure that residents have a suitable place to live. The municipality is working with other municipalities in the De Baronie region and organisations such as housing corporations, welfare and care providers to achieve this.
Adopts the TAM environmental plan amendment ‘22L Hulsdonkstraat 11 in Klein Zundert’
A new business home will be built to the north of the existing property. This is necessary because the old location no longer has space due to the construction of a new shed. The building plot must therefore be adjusted, and the environmental plan will be amended via a so-called TAM-IMRO procedure.
Approves the plans for ‘Zundert Floreert’ for the period 2026-2030
The Municipality of Zundert is continuing its successful approach for a thriving rural area with ‘Zundert Floreert’. In collaboration with residents, businesses and organisations, we are working towards a vital future for our rural area. We aim to strike a balance between land use, liveability and the quality of the landscape. By working together, we can tackle problems more effectively and achieve greater results than we could alone. This approach has already earned two awards: the Aandeslag Trophy (2023) and the Water Innovation Prize (2024). Under ‘Zundert Floreert’, there are programmes such as ‘Water in balans’, which aims to restore the balance in the water system. We are now adding the ‘Levend landschap’ programme to preserve and enhance biodiversity in Zundert.
Takes note of the progress in implementing the Cultural Vision and Implementation Programme 2024-2030
The Municipality of Zundert is focusing on art, culture and heritage with its Cultural Vision. Everyone should be able to participate, whether through cultural education at school, local associations or showcasing our rich heritage. We support cultural entrepreneurs, strengthen associations and use creativity to address social challenges. Some plans from the implementation programme have been delayed due to budget cuts, but we remain active. For example, an intensive approach to cultural education in schools will start in 2026. There will also be a new assessment framework for art in public spaces, De Schroef will be renovated and we will work on a renewed permanent exhibition at the Van GoghHuis. Associations that wish to contribute to the future can still register for a Future Outlook discussion.