Ordinances & Decrees

Intro

We are still in the process of organising and transferring our ordinances & decrees to make them easier for you to find. Thank you for your patience and understanding. In the meantime, you can access older documents through our online archive: https://minbzk.sitearchief.nl/?subsite=statiagovernment#archive

Published on 20-12-18
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Keywords public order, APV, nuisance, local law, safety rules, animal control, noise, events, hygiene, parking

This is a wide-ranging ordinance that sets local rules to keep public life on Sint Eustatius safe, clean, and orderly. It covers many topics, including:public safety and events, parking and traffic behaviour, keeping dogs, livestock, and other animals, opening hours and noise levels for restaurants and bars,protecting nature and the appearance of the island, and hygiene and public health.

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Published on 18-12-18
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Keywords subsidy applications, government funding, forms, event support, public finance

Details how subsidy applications for 2019 must be submitted, including forms, deadlines, and requirements.

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Published on 02-12-18
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Keywords Island Secretary, administration, responsibilities, government operations, civil service, public administration,

Outlines the tasks and responsibilities of the Island Secretary in supporting local governance.

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Published on 02-11-18
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Keywords waste fee, garbage fee, collection rates, public services, environmental tax

Sets the fees and rules for waste collection charges in 2019.

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Published on 02-11-18
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Keywords waste management, environment, disposal, sanitation, recycling, garbage collection, special waste

Rules for managing waste on Sint Eustatius, including disposal and environmental measures.

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Published on 12-07-18
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Keywords monument, heritage, Roman Catholic Church, historic site, protected building

Designates the Roman Catholic Church in Oranjestad as a protected monument.

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Published on 06-07-18
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Keywords number plates, road tax, vehicle registration, control sticker, licence plates

Regulates licence plates and motor vehicle taxes for 2018.

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Published on 25-06-18
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Keywords emergency ordinance, erosion, cliff, Fort Oranje, Bay Path, public safety, hurricane damage

Emergency rules to address cliff erosion caused by hurricanes near Fort Oranje and Bay Path.

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Published on 30-05-18
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Keywords Afkondigingsblad, official publication, electronic publishing, legal notice, local laws

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.

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Published on 25-05-18
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Keywords mandate,mandate, delegation of authority, decision-making, government functions, public officials

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

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