WILLEMSTAD - Several community and digital service initiatives will receive additional government support under the 2025 Supplementary Budget.

Pasku Fiesta di Lus

The island’s popular holiday celebration, Pasku Fiesta di Lus, will receive Cg 850,000 to cover projected costs and ensure the event proceeds as planned. The government considers the festival a socially important initiative that contributes to community cohesion, culture, and public enjoyment.

Digital Improvements at OUVV

The Traffic and Transportation Implementation Organization (OUVV) will receive Cg 17,458.20 to upgrade its web application. The improvements aim to streamline service delivery, reduce staff workload through automation, and enhance public access to digital services.

Personnel Adjustments for 2025

The government also confirmed several payroll-related adjustments, including:

Indexation paid in December 2024

January 2025 step advancement and 3% lump sum

Bashi premium

Vacation allowance increase from 6% to 8%

Recruitment for vacancies opened in late 2024

These changes are covered internally through a shift within the salary provision, ensuring no impact on the overall budget.