Participation Act: minimum arrangements overview for Zoetermeer
In Zoetermeer, various minimum arrangements fall under the Participation Act, such as collective allowances and exemptions on municipal taxes, tailored to local needs.
Main arrangements in Zoetermeer
The Participation Act provides benefits and special assistance for those on minimum incomes in Zoetermeer. In addition to emergency compensations, there are specific arrangements such as the income supplement for low incomes, contribution for exceptional costs (e.g. diet or medical costs) and tax reduction via the municipality.
- OZB exemption in Zoetermeer: Up to 100% remission of the real estate tax for those on minimum incomes, to be applied for at the municipality.
- Collective arrangements Zoetermeer: Free swimming lessons for children via the Zuiderparkbad, museum card for the City Museum and discount on sports activities.
- Travel cost reimbursement: For job seekers using local job pools or the Werkplein Zoetermeer.
Access and application in Zoetermeer
Consult the website of the Municipality of Zoetermeer (zoetermeer.nl) for current local variants and conditions. With a benefits payment, automatic granting is often possible via the social team. These arrangements support poverty alleviation in Zoetermeer broadly, including initiatives such as the Poverty Desk and collaboration with the Zoetermeer Food Bank.