Perspective Note
Perspective Note 2026
The Perspective Note 2026 outlines a policy perspective and the financial picture for 2026 and the following years.
There is a financial deficit due to the lack of sufficient structural financial state contributions. The state does provide additional funds and that helps to partially cushion the decline in the municipal fund from 2026. Only it is too little for a balanced budget. This forces the board to take austerity measures and is disappointing and frustrating for everyone. At the same time, the board feels the dire need to remain a financially sound town with a balanced budget. Taking this responsibility befits a reliable town government. Part of the deficit can be covered by using the reserve. However, the municipality will then have to draw on its own assets, i.e. the piggy bank will become empty. Austerity measures, however painful, must be taken. Furthermore, we in Zoetermeer will continue to do what is necessary to be the Zoetermeer that suits our residents and entrepreneurs in 2040.
The 2026 Perspective Note is available through a digital portal:
Zoetermeer household budget
In the film 'The household budget of the municipality of Zoetermeer' we explain the relationship between the college programme, perspective note, budget, annual report and annual accounts.