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Roza &OverijsselDemocracy in action
Foreword
The province of Overijssel is active in many areas of your
environment. Take for instance the impressive network of
buses that can take you anywhere you want to go in the
region. But public transport is just a small part of what
we do.
The provincial government makes decisions on a daily
basis that shape your environment. These decisions are
sometimes very hard to make: should we make room for
nature or allow development of a business park that will
create jobs?
That’s why I think it’s important for you to know what we
do, and to know how to get in touch when necessary.
Because we can only make the right choices if we know
what you think.
This brochure and film shows you how the provincial government of Overijssel works and
how we manage your environment. If you want to know more please visit our website
www.jijenoverijssel.nl. or feel free to attend a meeting of the Provincial Council.
Ank Bijleveld-Schouten,
Queen’s Commissioner in the province Overijssel
Overijssel
The province of Overijssel covers 3,421 km2, and is home to over 1.1 million people
distributed over 25 municipalities. It is a great place to live, work and play. As a province we
believe it is important that everyone can flourish. That there are jobs and room for business.
That there is an abundance of beautiful nature and that you can live and play in pleasant
surroundings. We make sure that the roads are not congested, that there are opportunities
for innovation, that public transport runs smoothly and that the facilities in the towns and
rural areas are excellent.
Every day we work together to make Overijssel more liveable, more beautiful, safer and more
accessible. We do this by working with the municipal governments, water boards, central
government, civil society organisations and residents. And together we decide the future of
our province.
Want to know more?
Visit www.overijssel.nl and www.jijenoverijssel.nl
A beautiful province to live, work and grow up in.
How is the province governed?
The province is governed by the Provincial Council. Its 47 members are elected once every four
years by the inhabitants of Overijssel entitled to vote. It is their responsibility to set the
framework, provide oversight and represent public interests. As with national elections, a
coalition is formed following the local elections, after which a plan is prepared for the next four
years. The coalition agreement of 2011-2015 is entitled ‘Power of Overijssel’ (Kracht van
Overijssel).
Flag
The provincial fl ag consists of fi ve
horizontal bars in red, yellow and blue.
The blue meandering line symbolises the
river IJssel. The yellow and red represent
the colours of our coat of arms.
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Provincial Executive
The Provincial Executive consists of the Queen´s Commissioner and five elected members,
each with their own portfolio. It conducts the day-to-day administration of the province.
The Provincial Executive is supported by the provincial secretary/director who heads the
provincial civil service.
Queen’s Commissioner
Ms Ank Bijleveld-Schouten became Queen’s Commissioner in Overijssel on 1 January 2011.
The Queen’s Commissioner is nominated by the Provincial Executive and is then appointed by
the Queen for a period of six years. She is chair of the Provincial Council, as well as the board of
the Provincial Executive. As head of the Provincial Executive she also has voting rights, although
she does not have the right to vote in the Provincial Council. She is politically objective and
represents the interests of Overijssel in The Hague and Brussels. She plays an important part in
the appointment of the mayor of Overijssel and acts as the face of the province on many areas.
She is also responsible for the ‘Quality of Government’ portfolio.
Overijssel
The Provincial Executive. From left to right: Hester Maij, Bert Boerman, Gerrit Jan Kok, secretary Harry
Timmerman, Ineke Bakker, Theo Rietkerk and Queen’s Commissioner Ank Bijleveld-Schouten.
What does the province do?
The province acts as the layer of administration between the municipalities and the central
government. The province deals with spatial planning, including water management, in addition
to public transport and roads, regional economy, nature, culture and heritage.
We focus our activities on a number of core tasks:
• Regional development.
• Sustainable spatial development and planning, including water management.
• Environment and energy.
• Rural development.
• Regional accessibility and public transport.
• Regional economy.
• Cultural infrastructure and heritage preservation.
• Quality of government.
• Social infrastructure, youth policy and other non-core tasks.
For more information about our core tasks please visit www.overijssel.nl/kerntaken.
Core tasks
“The province of Overijssel gives creative entrepreneurs the space to bloom in the most beautiful part of Deventer!”Kim Snijders, Dok H2O
Investments 2011-2015
The ‘Power of Overijssel’ coalition agreement not only outlines our plans for the coming four
years, it also indicates the amount earmarked for core tasks. The total budget for this period is
almost € 1 billion, and the pie chart on this page provides a breakdown of funding for each
core task.
Core tasks
€ 207 million
Regional development
There are a number of often major
projects relating to regional
development that cannot be
categorised under one core task.
As these projects fall under several
core tasks a separate budget of € 207
has been allocated
for them.
Sustainable spatial development and planning, including water management.€ 8 million
Environment and energy.€ 24.4 million
Rural development€ 137 million
Regional accessibility
and public transport.
€ 466 million
Regional economy
€ 106 million
Cultural infrastructure and
heritage preservation€ 6 million
Quality of government
€ 5 million
Social infrastructure, youth policy and other non-core tasks.€ 27 million
Regional development€ 207 million
Total € 986,4 million*
* As at 1 January 2012
Core tasks
Sustainable spatial development planning, including water management
Spatial development planning is about the bigger picture, not just the creation of a residential
area, business park, road or nature reserve. The province is responsible for the spatial quality
and development in Overijssel. Our goal is to build and maintain a healthy society where people
can feel at home. Where cities and towns offer suffi cient employment and cultural activities,
and where the inhabitants, nature, agriculture and water in rural areas complement each other.
This is outlined in our Environmental Vision (Omgevingsvisie), a single coherent approach uniting
all our plans for the region, traffi c and transportation, water resources and the environment.
Examples
• IJsseldelta-Zuid.
• Starter’s loan.
• Environmental Vision.
€ 8 million
“I think the fi rst-time buyer loan is the perfect choice for
people looking to secure a mortgage during these
diffi cult times. It can make all the difference!”
Henk Teekman, fi rst-time buyer
Environment and energy
A healthy and safe living and working environment is vital for prosperity and welfare. With
proper permits and smart controls we can ensure everyone living in Overijssel has a healthy
and safe environment in which to live and work.
The cost of fossil fuels is rising. That is why the province backs new energy and energy
effi ciency. This will ultimately create jobs and reduce energy costs and makes Overijssel
an attractive choice for businesses. The province also stimulates sustainable and
climate-neutral building.
Core tasks
Examples
• Bio-fermentation.
• New energy: green gas, biogas,
green electricity and solar, wind,
biomass and geothermal energy.
• Remediation of asbestos roads.
€ 24,4 million
“Ben & Jerry’s has developed the world’s fi rst bio-fermentation technology that can convert ice cream waste, containing high levels of cream and fats, into bio-energy. This innovation refl ects Unilever’s commitment to halving energy consumption, waste and water use by 2020. And this fi ts in seamlessly with the province of Overijssel’s ambition.” Rudi van der Arend, Ben & Jerry’s Hellendoorn
Rural development
Overijssel has a great diversity of nature and landscape. These areas, rich in different species
and natural beauty, are integral parts of a viable and healthy living environment and a vital
economy. The form and purpose of the various landscapes and sites in Overijssel are important.
Is an area for example suitable for recreation, nature or does it offer opportunities for
generating energy?
Overijssel is a green province, where nature is our backbone. Our province is home to two Dutch
National Landscapes, two national parks and countless cycling routes. Not only is Overijssel a
beautiful place to live in, it also attracts many tourists. And that of course benefi ts our economy.
Examples
Core tasks
• Project Oude Radewijkerbeek,
Hardenberg.
• National Landscapes Noordoost-
Twente and IJsseldelta.
• National Parks Weerribben-Wieden
and Sallandse Heuvelrug.
€ 137 million
“Oude Radewijkerbeek is part of the Vechtpark project, carried out by the Velt & Vecht Water Board and the municipality of Hardenberg. This large park, covering 180 hectares, combines water, nature and different visitor experiences. The province is a partner in the project, and not only makes a fi nancial contribution, but is also actively involved in achieving the various objectives.”Alwin te Rietstap, municipality of Hardenberg
Core tasks
Regional accessibility and public transport
We want everyone to be able to move around in Overijssel easily, quickly and safely. Good
accessibility is vital for the economy and the mobility of our residents and visitors. That is why
we invest in a high quality and attractive range of roads and waterways, public transport and
cycling paths and cycle facilities. Depending on your destination, you can choose to get there
by bike, car, bus or train.
Examples
• Improvements to the Almelo-De Haandrik Canal.
• Maintenance of provincial roads.
• More bicycle parking facilities at stations.
€ 466 million
“The widening of the bridges over the Almelo-De Haandrik Canal means we can build broader houseboats. We can now compete better with other houseboat builders.” Gerjan Olsman, Van de Water Arkenbouw
Core tasks
€ 106 million
Examples
• Restructuring of business areas.
• Production of hi-tech materials, such
as nanotechnology and polymers.
• Stimulating a strong tourism and
recreation sector.
Regional economy
The province of Overijssel takes charge of regional economic policy under the motto
“Strengthen, Sustain, Stimulate”. The province focuses on the sectors that are key to economic
development in Overijssel and the Netherlands, namely high-tech systems and materials, energy,
chemicals and plastics, and healthcare and technology. In addition, the province has opted to
further strengthen sectors of regional significance, including tourism, food and construction.
The province is committed to creating a competitive economic climate that is attractive to
businesses, and where education responds to the requirements of businesses. Government
policy is aimed at ensuring the Netherlands regains its place among the top five knowledge
economies of the world, and the new economic policy of the province of Overijssel contributes
significantly to this.
The province invests in the University of Twente. Students
from all over the world want to complete their studies here
because of UT’s reputation for innovation. Nanotechnology
development is just one example.
Core tasks
Cultural infrastructure and heritage preservation
What a region can offer in terms of culture is an important factor for people looking for
somewhere to live. There is a clear relationship between an area’s cultural environment and
liveability. Moreover, a varied offer of culture is considered by many young people to be an
essential factor when choosing somewhere to live.
Art, culture and heritage also stimulate the local economy and contribute to employment
opportunities and innovation. Good reasons to maintain Overijssel’s thriving cultural climate.
We do this together with the province of Gelderland and other major cities in this area.
The province is also responsible for supporting municipalities in heritage and archaeology.
In addition, Overijssel is obliged (as is the case with all provinces) to maintain at least one
regional television channel, which in this case is RTV Oost.
Examples
• Museum de Fundatie, Zwolle.
• Overijssel Liberation Festival.
• RTV Oost.
€ 6 million
“Museum de Fundatie wants to offer everyone the chance to enjoy art. Our Palace in Zwolle is undergoing a major expansion and the sculpture garden at Castle Het Nijenhuis has already been renovated. The province of Overijssel not only provides fi nancial support, what many people don’t know is that it also has its own magnifi cent art collection including works by Paul Citroen, Jan Voerman and Karel Appel. What a delight to have these in our museums!”Ralph Keuning, Museum de Fundatie
Core tasks
Quality of Government
The people of Overijssel are our highest priority. They must be confi dent that their interests are
in safe hands, which is why we want to ensure outstanding quality of the provincial and local
government. We actively seek opportunities for cooperation with other government bodies, and
we also have a legal supervisory role for the municipalities, in areas such as fi nances. Last but
not least, we actively seek to involve citizens in shaping policy.
Social infrastructure, child welfare
and other non-core tasks.
We invite members of the public to share
their expertise, ideas and expectations of
their environment with us. The province
has the statutory task of ensuring there
are suffi cient child welfare facilities in
Overijssel, although this responsibility will
be transferred to the municipalities as
of 2015.
€ 5 million
€ 27 million
Colophon
Publication
Province of Overijssel, June 2012
Production
Bureau Beeldtaal Filmmakers
Actors
Roza: Jolijn van Ginkel
Mark: Peter Oude Wesselink
Lecturer: Dirk van der Pol
Father: Koos Landeweerd
Lotte: Nana Osei Boahene
Extras
Marjanne van Arendonk,
Tristan van Arendonk,
Pim Bakker, Priscilla Bruinekreeft,
Uwe Dobberstein, Manjeet Kaur,
Bart Oerbekke, Joost van Schie,
Sukhpreet Singh and students of
Puck Haverkamp, Saxion Hogeschool
Crew
Marjanne van Arendonk, Arnold Bomhof,
Lukas Brouwer, Robert-Jan Glas,
Raymond Hartman, Gerwin Lucas,
Daniël Nijenhuis, Bart Oerbekke, Willem Spier
Text and coordination
Province of Overijssel
Photography
Marjo Baas, Tekstbureau Kroes,
Femke Teussink, Ben Vulkers
Graphic design
Artnic Creatief in communicatie
With thanks to
Saxion Hogeschool, Gerwin Lucas, Ben & Jerry’s,
Museum de Fundatie, Gemeente Hardenberg,
Nanolab Enschede, Makelaardij Hypodomus
Steenwijk, Dok H2O, Vincent Weijermars,
Camille Gruter
2012-231e
Roza is a student at the university. One day her lecturer tells her to fi nd out exactly what the province does. Reluctantly she starts her mission. Follow Roza on her quest through the province. From the Hall of States, via the Nano lab to the museum: Roza discovers the province does a lot more than she thought!
Roza & OverijsselDemocracy in action
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