Village and district councils
Working together to create strong villages and neighborhoods
In Voorne aan Zee , we consider the individuality and identity of our neighborhoods and villages of great importance. Each village or neighborhood has its own character and we want to preserve that diversity. Village and neighborhood councils play a valuable role in this: they are the eyes and ears of the neighborhood and are an important voice of the local community.
Together with our residents, we work towards a pleasant, safe and healthy environment, where people know and help each other. We can only achieve this through good cooperation and open dialogue. Village and neighborhood councils are indispensable in this. They represent the interests of their community and help us to strengthen the connection with the neighborhood or village.
The municipality therefore promotes and supports the creation and continued existence of these councils. Together we ensure support and accessibility. And we discuss the preservation and development of vital, social villages, towns and neighborhoods. In this way we ensure that everyone can live comfortably and participate.
What does a village or neighborhood council do?
A village or neighbourhood council is committed to a liveable, safe and involved neighbourhood. They bring residents, associations and other local organisations together to work together and discuss what is happening in the village or neighbourhood.
The council organizes and stimulates activities that contribute to a pleasant living environment. They listen carefully to the wishes and concerns of residents, and bring these into Map and search - together with residents, partners and the municipality - for appropriate solutions or improvements.
In addition:
- Does the village or district council represent the interests of the neighborhood to the municipality;
- contributes ideas to the village or district council or helps to think about plans and policies;
- does the village or district council promote contact, cooperation and involvement between residents;
- the village or district council helps residents to get their initiatives off the ground.
Participating in or setting up a village or neighborhood council?
The board of a village or district council consists of people who together represent the village or district as best as possible.
Are you interested or want to know more about your village or neighborhood council? Please contact the village or neighborhood council in your area.
Is there no village or district council yet and you want to do something about it? do? Please contact Ernst Verzijlbergen by email: nl