Participation Act: minimum arrangements overview for Westland
In the municipality of Westland, various minimum arrangements fall under the Participation Act, tailored to local needs in the greenhouse horticulture and horticulture sector. From collective allowances to exemption from municipal taxes such as OZB.
Main arrangements in Westland
The Participation Act provides social assistance and special assistance for those on minimum incomes in Westland. In addition to emergency compensations, there are specific provisions such as the income supplement for households below the social assistance norm, contribution towards special expenses (e.g. diet costs or medical aids) and tax reduction on municipal levies.
- OZB exemption in Westland: Up to 100% remission of property tax for those on minimum incomes, with application via the Westland Tax Desk.
- Collective arrangements: Free swimming lessons for children in Naaldwijk or Monster, and a Westland Pass for discounts on local attractions such as the Omniversum or garden centres.
- Travel expense reimbursement: For job seekers in glasshouse horticulture, with reimbursement for bicycle or public transport travel to vacancies in Westland or the surrounding region.
Access and application in Westland
Consult the website of the municipality of Westland (westland.nl) for current local variants and the minimum policy 2023-2024. Automatic granting is often possible with social assistance via the Werkplein Westland. These arrangements support poverty alleviation in Westland, with a focus on families in agricultural villages such as 's-Gravenzande and Kwintsheul, broader than just emergency aid.