2026–2030 Coalition Agreement: Continuing to Build Voorne aan Zee Together

Key Points of the Coalition Agreement

Governance Based on Trust. Trust is the foundation of this agreement. Stable governance, effective cooperation between the council and the executive board, and a municipality that operates from the outside in.

Housing with more leadership and momentum. We won’t solve the housing crisis with words, but with action. That’s why the coalition is opting for more leadership. A single, integrated housing vision; adhering to the “three-thirds” principle (social rental and owner-occupied housing, mid-range rental and affordable owner-occupied housing, and the private sector); a temporary “accelerator” to move projects from planning to implementation more quickly; and a stronger Woonbedrijf. The parties have deliberately chosen not to establish a large-scale reception center for asylum seekers, but rather to create multiple smaller locations.

A quality of life you can feel on the streets. The quality of our villages and neighborhoods determines how residents experience their municipality. That is why we are investing in the living environment through more visible and approachable enforcement, addressing parking issues with special attention to historic fortifications, and creating well-maintained outdoor spaces with more greenery.

Living together with a focus on prevention. The coalition is firmly committed to prevention. Identifying problems early on is better for residents and helps prevent more serious Health. This means paying more attention to the mental health of young people, combating loneliness, and preventing poverty and debt. A new policy for older adults will be implemented, and the social foundation provided by organizations, volunteers, and informal caregivers will be strengthened so that everyone can continue to participate in society.

Read the full coalition agreement here.

What can residents expect?

The six parties want a municipality where residents feel at home—with affordable housing for young and old, safe and livable neighborhoods, and assistance that is accessible and timely. Everyone should be able to participate. Residents can expect open and reliable governance from these parties. They make clear decisions and do not shy away from difficult issues. Residents are involved in planning at an early stage and are kept informed about how their input is being used. Services are provided quickly and efficiently where possible, and in a personalized and tailored manner where necessary. This is how we continue to build Voorne aan Zee together.

Candidate Aldermen and Portfolio Allocation

These are the candidates for alderman and the allocation of portfolios. A number of aldermen will be working part-time, bringing the total number of positions to 5.4.

Aart Jan Spoon (VVD)
Housing (including Woonbedrijf), Real Estate, Tourism and Recreation, Internal Services (Procurement, IT, HR), Coastal Sand Replenishment

Astrid Oosenbrug (PRO)
Sustainability, Energy and Environment, Services, Neighborhoods and Villages, Inclusion, Outdoor Space Management (green spaces, urban infrastructure, and animal welfare), Poverty Policy, Senior Citizens Policy

Wilbert Borgonjen (CDA)
Youth, Youth (Health), Education (including school facilities), Wmo, Arts and Culture

Els Priester (EVV)
Sports, Welfare and (Public) Health, Grants, Work and Income, Events, Supported Housing, and Social Services

Erik Mulder (D66)
Finance, Shareholding, Land Policy

Anneke Witte (ONS Voorne)
Asylum and Migration, Economy, Participation (including community management), Horse Policy

Igor Bal (VVD)
Spatial Development (including landscape, Novex, Offshore Grids), Mobility and Traffic, Permitting and Enforcement

Together with Mayor Arno Scheepers, they form the proposed municipal executive.