Tuusula Municipality Financial Statements 2024

− Tuusula Municipality is one of the most vibrant municipalities in Finland and ranks first among municipalities with fewer than 50,000 inhabitants. Tuusula is growing in line with its strategy. In 2024, the municipality’s population grew by 900, and by the end of the year, there were already 42,238 residents in Tuusula. The net migration gain between Tuusula and other municipalities was 740 residents, and net immigration was 130 residents, according to Mayor Kalle Ikkelä.

The result for the financial year was slightly negative.

Tuusula’s financial result was a deficit of EUR 0.5 million. Population growth was reflected in an increase in operating expenses; in particular, the growth in the number of children in early childhood education required additional resources to meet the increased demand for services. Expenditure was also increased by the growth in the number of personnel. The municipality’s operating expenses were EUR 3.6 million higher than in 2023, representing an increase of 2.4% from the previous year.

– Tax revenue fell by 7.1 per cent from the previous year. The decline was due to changes in the tax base made by the government and the elimination of tax breaks from previous years. The municipality’s tax revenue totalled €107.4 million, which was higher than budgeted. Municipal tax revenue was positive despite the prevailing economic and employment situation. In addition, corporate tax revenue exceeded budget expectations, Mayor Ikkelä is pleased to report.

State subsidies increased by 1.1 million euros compared to the previous year. In 2024, Tuusula received over 28.7 million euros in state subsidies.

Interest in municipal residential and commercial plots remained very high

The transfer of municipal plots was brisk in view of the economic situation. Both detached house plots and commercial plots were attractive. There was a plentiful supply of detached house plots in every municipal centre. A total of 48 plots for detached houses (AO) were sold. Tuusula was recognised as the most detached house-friendly municipality in its size category in Finland.

Gains on the sale of fixed assets amounted to EUR 8.1 million and consisted mainly of gains on the sale of land areas. Land use agreement compensation amounted to approximately EUR 4 million and was realised in line with the budget.

Tuusula creates vitality in the municipality by ensuring that sufficient plots are zoned and by building the infrastructure needed for the creation of business and workplace plots. We have ample land reserves, and when construction picks up as the general economic outlook becomes clearer, we will be ready. We believe that downward changes in interest rates will create conditions for favourable development, says Kalle Ikkelä.

Municipal strategy, substantial growth investments and regional development projects

The strategy for the 2021–2025 council term continues on the path of enabling growth and strengthening vitality. Investments in the service network continued; municipal investments totalled €73 million, of which €3.2 million was accounted for by the municipal enterprise.

− The results of our service network work are now visible to residents. The Tuusulanjärvi daycare centre, Tuusulanjärvi school, Tusby träsk svenska skola and Peltokaaren daycare centre opened on 1 August 2024. The construction of the Riihikallio school and the Rykmentinpuisto school and daycare centre progressed on schedule. Peltokaaren was awarded Finland’s first five-star environmental rating for a service and office building project, says Mayor Kalle Ikkelä.

The development of the sports centre progressed, and the completion of the Tekova Arena provided the residents of Tuusula with first-class facilities for physical activities.  

The location of the social and health services centre in Hyrylä has been confirmed, and preparations for the site have continued in close cooperation with the Central Uusimaa welfare region. The social and health centre in Hyrylä will include premises owned by Keusote, premises owned by the municipality of Tuusula, and premises leased to HUS and private operators. The social and health centre will serve all residents of the welfare region. In addition, the implementation of the large-scale construction project for the Särmä business and service centre in the centre of Hyrylä has begun.

Several commercial property projects are currently under construction in the Rykmentinpuisto employment area, and zoning and municipal engineering planning is underway for the Rykmentinportti area east of Tuusulan itäväylä. Local detailed planning has begun in the Focus area. The two local detailed plans being drawn up cover almost half of the entire Focus area, and the planning documents were on display in the autumn.

Investments in cultural services pay off

In early childhood education, Tuusula’s migration gain continued to be reflected in growing demand for services in southern Tuusula. Monio has proven its appeal; the number of students at Tuusula Upper Secondary School grew to 742. With the addition of Monio, the range of courses offered by Tuusula College has also become more diverse. In the learning service area, a diverse and highly praised Learning Forum was organised to develop and share expertise.

Further information:

Mayor Kalle Ikkelä, +358 40 314 3001, kalle.ikkela@tuusula.fi
Chief of Staff Annaliisa Oksanen, +358 40 314 2999, annaliisa.oksanen@tuusula.fi
Chief Financial Officer Kari Ora, +358 40 314 3062, kari.ora@tuusula.fi

This content has been translated using AI