Chris Meijvogel

Chris Meijvogel

Saba Island Council exchange experiences with colleagues Zoeterwoude

The site DossierKoninkrijksrelaties reports that the members of the Saba Island Council have visited Zoeterwoude, the smallest municipality in South Holland. Differences and similarities were discovered in discussions with the municipal council members. Topics that were offered: the powers of the council members and the island council members, the role …

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Traffic stop conducted

A traffic stop was conducted on Wednesday, March 13, at the E.A. Johnson Road on Saba. During the check, a total of six vehicles, including one scooter, were stopped and inspected. One driver was issued a ticket for driving without a seat belt. The Dutch Caribbean Police Force KPCN reminded …

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From overalls to firefighting suit

Today, March 9th, is the day of fire brigade history. The Caribbean Netherlands Fire Department (BKCN) also has a rich history. Former Local Commander (Bonaire) Reynold Janga and Local Commander (Saba) Julio Every can tell all about it. ‘We used to not even have firefighting suits. We did everything in …

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Method for calculating child support updated

To determine child support, a new calculation model is being used since 2022 on the basis of which the Guardianship Council Caribbean Netherlands advises the court. This calculation model is updated every year. This year, changes to the minimum wage, child benefit and living costs have had an impact on …

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Alida Francis to become Governor of St. Eustatius

Lady M.A.U. (Alida) Francis will become the Island Governor of St. Eustatius. State Secretary Alexandra van Huffelen of Kingdom Relations and Digitalization nominated her for appointment in the Council of Ministers. Alida Francis (58) was born on St. Eustatius and has been Government Commissioner of St. Eustatius since February 2021 …

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Saba Tourism Bureau showcases island at 44th Heineken Regatta

The Saba Tourist Bu­reau team recently partici­pated in the destination hub at the 44th Heineken Regat­ta held in St. Maarten from February 29 to March 3. The bureau’s booth showcased the island of Saba, providing attendees with destination information. Visitors had the opportuni­ty to learn about yacht entry procedures, accommodation …

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Updates from the Dutch Caribbean’s Bird Monitoring Project

Last year the Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) officially launched the project “Monitoring for Bird Biodiversity Conservation in the Dutch Caribbean.” This initiative, supported by the Ministry of Agriculture, Nature, and Food Quality (LNV), aims to equip local nature management organizations on Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, St. Eustatius and St. …

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