Ordinances & Decrees

This document explains the purpose and rules for the Afkondigingsblad (Official Publication) of Sint Eustatius. It confirms that all local laws and regulations must be officially published online to become valid. It sets out how the island government must publish these documents, what the publication must include, and the role of electronic publishing.

Establishes which officials can make decisions or take actions on behalf of others in government

Regulates the official government publication where laws must be published to take effect.

Explains how child allowance is given to civil servants working for the Government of Sint Eustatius. It lists the yearly amounts depending on the number of children and the employee's salary. It also covers how and when the allowance is paid, and who is entitled if both parents work for government.

Updates rules to improve public order and protect the environment. It bans leaving wrecked vehicles, broken boats, unused sea containers, and other large items in public view. It also explains how to properly dispose of these items and introduces fines for not following the rules. The goal is to keep Statia clean and safe for everyone.

Establishes which officials can make decisions or take actions on behalf of others in government.

Concerns regulation of daycare operations on Sint Eustatius. Covers the safety, hygiene, staffing, space, and facilities required to care for children. It also outlines the roles of the inspector and the Quality Committee who ensure that daycare centres meet the legal standards.

Amends the Eilandsverordening bevordering openbare orde en bescherming gemeenschap (AB 1993 no 08). It updates article 2.2.12 on roaming animals, including rules on impounding, cost recovery, and allowing authorised officials to have roaming livestock destroyed in certain situations.

Amends the Vee registratieverordening (AB 1997 no 16). It updates rules for registering and marking livestock, requires timely reporting of livestock-related events, and strengthens enforcement measures for dealing with roaming animals on the island.

This ordinance introduces amendments to the existing livestock registration rules on Statia. It focuses on improving the identification, registration, and control of livestock on the island.

Key changes include requiring livestock to be marked within four weeks after birth, mandatory reporting of events such as birth, sale, import, or death within 48 hours, and stronger measures to manage roaming animals. The regulation aims to reduce public nuisance, improve safety, protect agriculture, and support better livestock management.