Economic, Social and Cultural Council of Saint-Martin
Shaping the future of Saint-Martin through dialogue and innovation.
Our role
The Economic, Social and Cultural Council of Saint-Martin is dedicated to the development of strategies and recommendations for the harmonious and sustainable development of our island.
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Studies and Research
A word from the president
After our report on the consequences of global warming and the publication of our agenda, we are pleased to present our new website, the result of a collective effort and which symbolizes our constant desire for improvement and modernization.
Therefore, let me thank everyone who contributed to its design and production.
This website is intended to be modern, fun and intuitive in order to meet the objectives we have set for ourselves, all together for this mandate.
This digital platform represents an essential tool to strengthen our communication, to facilitate interaction within the CESC and above all to report on the quality of the work that is carried out there in the service of our community.
May we all, members of the CESC, elected officials, economic decision-makers or citizens, adopt it, make good use of it by exploring all its functionalities, our opinions, shared documents and news from the CESC.
So welcome everyone to this digital age where the possibilities are as vast as our collective imagination.
Ida ZIN KA IEU
President of the CESC
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Recent advice and recommendations from the CESC on key topics affecting Saint-Martin.
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Regulations on private transport services in the territory of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin
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Setting fees and applicable durations for new funeral equipment under the concession system of Saint-Martin cemeteries
Frequently asked questions
The Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) is the fourth institution of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin after the Territorial Council, the President of the Territorial Council And the Executive Council. The CESC must issue opinions and recommendations on economic, social and cultural deliberation projects of the Collectivity of St-Martin. It benefits from an organization that allows it to be relatively independent of any political event.
The role of the CESC is to support and advise the Territorial Collectivity on all projects that have an impact on civil society and more particularly in areas concerning it.
The CESC is composed of 23 advisers; women and men in the field who come from and represent society. They represent professional groups, associations and unions that participate in the economic, social and cultural life of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin. The term of office of advisors is 5 years.
The CESC is governed by a Bureau composed as follows:
- 1 President
- 4 Vice-Presidents
- 1 Secretary
- 1 Quaestor
To be a member of the CESC you must have reached the age of majority, be of French nationality, be a qualified elector and have been active in the country for at least two years. You must also be an active member of an association or be part of the other organizations and categories represented within the CESC. After consultation by the prefecture, members are appointed by prefectural decree.
The CESC has existed since Saint-Martin became an Overseas Collectivity (COM). It was created on December 18, 2007 in application of the Organic Law of February 21, 2007.
The CESC has 6 committees and 1 ad hoc committee:
- Health, Social Protection, Security, Training and Employment Committee;
- Youth, Sport and Leisure Commission;
- Culture and Community Life Commission;
- Commerce, Crafts, Industry and Industry Commission;
- Tourism, Fishing, Boating, Agriculture Commission;
- Environment and Energy Commission;
- Adhoc Legal and Fiscal Commission.
The CESC is located at 21 rue de Hollande, Saint-James. Its offices are open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.