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Meeting of the Executive Council of Public Entity Sint Eustatius held on January 14th, 2025

Present: Governor: Ms. M.A.U. Francis, Commissioner: Mr. R. Merkman, Commissioner: Ms. R.Leerdam, Island Secretary: Mrs. M.A. Dijkshoorn

This Driving Theory Test Service Document for Sint Eustatius offers a clear and concise overview of the government’s requirements and expectations for the riding and driving theory tests. It highlights the essential knowledge and skills candidates must have to pass, and provides practical guidance on how best to prepare. The document brings together all the necessary information and resources to help ensure a smooth, confident, and cost-effective testing experience. It is designed to support all future riders and drivers in becoming safe, responsible, and well-informed road users.

The meeting of the Executive Council of Public Entity Sint Eustatius held on December 31, 2024  “ Op Stuk”

Present: Governor, Ms. M.A.U. Francis, Commissioner, Mr. R. Merkman, Commissioner , Ms. R.Leerdam, Act. Island Secretary, Mrs. M.L.G. Schroen

Key decisions include the carry-over of unused 2023 vacation days, funding for roaming animal removal in 2025, airport upgrades (including an X-ray machine and hurricane shutters), support for temporary staff at the Tourism Development Foundation, payment of outstanding Carnival expenses, and the commissioning of the ABC to the Law video series.

Meeting of the Executive Council of Public Entity Sint Eustatius held on December 24, 2024 “OP STUK”

Present: Governor, Ms. M.A.U. Francis, Commissioner, Mr. R. Merkman, Commissioner , Ms. R.Leerdam, Island Secretary, Mrs. M.L.G. Schroen

Items include employee gratifications, temporary coverage for the Airport Security Unit, technical support for harbour renovations, hiring a project writer for the Botanical Garden restoration, and commissioning Duo Brandits for Statia 2026 planning and promotion.

Meeting of the Executive Council of Public Entity Sint Eustatius held on December 20th, 2024

Present: Governor: Ms. M.A.U. Francis, Commissioner: Mr. R. Merkman, Commissioner: Ms. R.Leerdam, Island Secretary: Mrs. M.A. Dijkshoorn

Items include a funding request to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment, the hiring of a project writer for Statia 2026 initiatives focused on cultural and political engagement and exhibitions, and approval for a Senior Culture Coach to join an international development programme.

Meeting of the Executive Council of Public Entity Sint Eustatius held on December 18th, 2024

Present: Governor : Ms. M.A.U. Francis, Commissioner : Mr. R. Merkman, Commissioner: Ms. R.Leerdam, Island Secretary: Mrs. M.A. Dijkshoorn

Items include the official public holidays and bridge days for 2025, the granting of a pension-like benefit, the temporary appointment of a Data Monitoring Officer, and the appointment of the Chairperson for the Personnel Affairs Objections Committee.

Meeting of the Executive Council of Public Entity Sint Eustatius held on December 17, 2024

Present: Governor, Ms. M.A.U. Francis, Commissioner, Mr. R. Merkman, Commissioner , Ms. R.Leerdam, Island Secretary, Mrs. M.A. Dijkshoorn

Items include new employment appointments, housing and construction permits, reimbursement and contract matters, continuation of the sheltered workshop project, participation in an international conference, and the start of Statia Career Launch. Several matters were postponed or marked for further action.

Meeting of the Executive Council of Public Entity Sint Eustatius held on December 11th , 2024. Op Stuk

Present: Governor: Ms. M.A.U. Francis, Commissioner: Mr. R. Merkman, Commissioner: Ms. R.Leerdam, Island Secretary: Mrs. M.A. Dijkshoorn

Meeting of the Executive Council of Public Entity Sint Eustatius held on December 10th, 2024

Present: Governor: Ms. M.A.U. Francis, Commissioner: Mr. R. Merkman, Commissioner: Ms. R.Leerdam, Island Secretary: Mrs. M.A. Dijkshoorn

Items include various appointments (Unit Manager Security, Harbour Employee, Assistant Pedagogue), service travel, pension-based dismissal, ICT team expansion, gratifications, organizational changes, and a request to lift qualifications for Vector Controllers. Several decisions were marked for follow-up or postponed.

Meeting of the Executive Council of Public Entity Sint Eustatius held on December 6th, 2024

Present: Governor: Ms. M.A.U. Francis, Commissioner: Mr. R. Merkman, Commissioner: Ms. R.Leerdam, Island Secretary: Mrs. M.A. Dijkshoorn

Items relate to the ongoing Region Deal and Statia 2026 programme, including the hiring of management consultants, approval of a work visit by the interim manager, extension of consultancy services for programme management, and appointment of a campaign council to support project funding.