Opinions
Enlighten decisions for a lasting impact on our territory.
A CESC opinion is an official document in which we share our views and recommendations on various issues important to our island. These opinions are the result of our collective reflections, based on detailed analyses and in-depth discussions. They serve as a guide for decision-makers and reflect our efforts to positively influence the future of Saint-Martin.
Regulations on private transport services in the territory of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin
The Economic, Social and Cultural Council of Saint-Martin was first consulted on this draft deliberation on the regulation of private transport services. The draft deliberation had been placed on the agenda of the Territorial Council of December 19, 2025, then withdrawn.
Setting fees and applicable durations for new funeral equipment under the concession system of Saint-Martin cemeteries
The Council first wishes to highlight the strong sensitivity of this subject for the population of Saint-Martin.
Updating and bringing into compliance the addressing system in the territory of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin
Meeting in plenary session on February 9, 2026, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council of Saint-Martin examined this draft deliberation.
Presidential signature authorisation for the sale of plot AW No. 223 registered at the location known as "GRISELLE"
The CESC takes note of the historic and sensitive nature of this file, which is part of a broader land policy issue.
2026 Budget Orientation Debates
The 2026 Budget Orientation Report presents a classic structure, articulated around the context and main financial orientations.
Presidential signature authorisation for land acquisition of plots from the BEAUPERTHUY judicial estate and approval of the financing plan
Meeting in plenary session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Granting by the Collectivity of a social licence to SEMSAMAR for the social housing programme "Chevrise" located at Cul-de-Sac
Meeting in plenary session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Deployment of programme authorisations/payment credits (AP/CP) and commitment authorisations/payment credits (AE/CP) from 2026
Meeting in plenary session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Authorisation under article LO 6362-1 of the General Code of Territorial Collectivities, enabling the President of the Territorial Council to commit, liquidate and authorise investment expenditure before the vote on the 2026 BP
As part of this draft deliberation, which allows the President of the Territorial Council to commit investment expenditure before the vote on the 2026 primary budget.
Amending decision No. 2 of the 2025 budget
Meeting in plenary session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Transfer duties - Update of articles 717 bis, 717 ter and 717 quarter of the General Tax Code of Saint-Martin
Meeting in plenary session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Update of the local tax exemption regime
Meeting in plenary session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Tax measures to encourage the release of land - exemption from capital gains tax on the sale of certain real estate
Meeting in plenary session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Update of the rental value of professional parking spaces and Guest Houses
Meeting in plenary session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Setting the rates and tariffs of the main taxes and levies for 2026
Meeting in plenary session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Draft deliberation amending deliberation No. CT 26-2-2010 of February 9, 2010 relating to the creation of the territorial register for the registration of vessels of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin, and establishing implementation regulations
Meeting in plenary session on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Draft regulations on bathing and nautical activities within the 300-metre coastal zone, and establishing buoy markings for the beaches of Baie Longue, Friar's Bay and northern Grand-Case
The CESC considers that this deliberation represents a significant step forward for better organisation of coastal activities and safety of beachgoers.
Amendment to the Urban Planning Code of Saint-Martin
The CESC acknowledges the importance of this update, intended to harmonise terminology and clarify the planning rules applicable in Saint-Martin.
Establishment of a territorial fiscal framework adapted to Saint-Martin's affordable housing needs
Meeting in plenary session on September 24, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Extension of the loan guarantee for the restructuring of the GAIA loan to be concluded between SEMSAMAR and the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC)
Meeting in plenary session on September 24, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Final approval of the Territorial Waste Prevention and Management Plan (PTPGD) of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin for the period 2024-2036
As part of the consultation of bodies on the Territorial Waste Prevention and Management Plan.
Programming and financing of social housing in Saint-Martin - Validation of the financial intervention rules and governance framework
The Economic, Social and Cultural Council of Saint-Martin was consulted for an opinion on the draft deliberation.
Financial participation of the Collectivity in a project by SIKOA - Rehabilitation of 14 dwellings, Isabella residence, Friar's Bay
The Economic, Social and Cultural Council was consulted on the draft deliberation aimed at granting financial support.
Agreement for loan guarantee for the benefit of SIKOA for the construction of 14 social housing units at Friar's Bay - Isabella Programme
The Economic, Social and Cultural Council was consulted on the draft deliberation aimed at granting a loan guarantee.
Vote on the 2025 supplementary budget
The Collectivity opted for a presentation of its supplementary budget report based primarily on key financial performance indicators.
Allocation of the 2024 financial year result
As part of this draft deliberation, the administrative account and management account for 2024 were examined.
Various fiscal provisions
Meeting in plenary session on June 23, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) examined this draft deliberation.
Tax measures to encourage the release of land, gifts between living persons, and to facilitate the settlement of successions and other administrative procedures
The CESC welcomes the pragmatic and coherent approach of this text, which addresses major challenges for the territory.
Extension of local tax exemption schemes codified under articles 199 undecies D, 199 undecies E, and 217 undecies A of the General Tax Code of Saint-Martin
Meeting in plenary session on June 23, 2025, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council examined this draft deliberation.
Vote on the 2024 administrative account of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin
The report to the Territorial Council on the 2024 administrative account recalls, in its introduction, the financial context of the Collectivity.
Adoption of the 2024 management account of the public accountant of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin
The management account, drawn up by the public accountant and submitted for approval, traces all financial operations of the Collectivity.
Change to the vehicle registration certificate tax - introduction of an eco-tax in the General Tax Code of Saint-Martin
The Collectivity wishes to amend the General Tax Code of Saint-Martin by introducing an environmental dimension to the vehicle registration certificate tax.
Vote on the 2025 Primary Budget
In presenting the 2025 budget, the Collectivity chose to produce a report consolidating key financial and economic indicators.
2025 Budget Orientation Debate
The budget orientations must be considered within a broader economic framework in order to better understand the Collectivity's financial choices.
Draft deliberation on the introduction in Saint-Martin, in 2025, of the employer contribution to the construction effort, and including various provisions relating to housing
On behalf of all CESC members, I wish to present our best wishes for the new year.
Recovery of burial plots in common areas of Saint-Martin cemeteries
We have taken note of the elements of the report accompanying this draft deliberation on the recovery of burial plots in common areas.
Creation and implementation of a concession regime in Saint-Martin cemeteries
Upon reading the report accompanying this draft deliberation on the creation and implementation of a concession regime in Saint-Martin cemeteries.
Authorisation under article LO 6362-1 enabling the President to commit, liquidate and authorise investment expenditure before the vote on the 2025 BP
Considering the appropriations opened for the 2024 financial year, reduced by the repayment of loan principal.
Amending decision No. 2 of the 2024 Primary Budget
As part of this draft deliberation concerning Amending Decision No. 2 - BP 2024, the CESC examined the provisions.
Setting amortisation periods, the threshold for low-value assets and adjusting the pro-rata temporis rule for equipment subsidies paid
The report supporting this draft deliberation indicates that the Collectivity must define the rules for recording fixed assets and equipment subsidies.
Tax collection, setting of tax rates, scales and amounts
This draft deliberation is set in a generally challenging and quite particular context.
Authorisation to sign the partnership agreement between the National Housing Agency (ANAH), the State and the Collectivity of Saint-Martin for support in structuring public policy on housing improvement
Considering that the Collectivity of Saint-Martin, which has held the competence since 2012, has the ambition to develop a coherent housing policy.
Draft deliberation approving the Local Housing Programme of the Collectivity of Saint-Martin for the period 2025-2030 and extending/adapting various national housing provisions to the territory
While it is true that the population of Saint-Martin has been declining steadily over the past decade, the housing challenges remain significant.
Draft deliberation approving the constitutive agreement of the Saint-Martin land agency (GIP titrement)
The land-related challenges faced by our Collectivity for decades, particularly in terms of regularisation, are well known.
Draft deliberation launching a declaration of public utility (DPU) for works on plot AN 350 with a view to building a 20 MW liquid biomass power plant
Being in a territory, however small it may be, does not prevent having ambitious projects. Indeed, the energy challenge is one of the most pressing issues.
Draft deliberation launching a declaration of public utility (DPU) for land reserves for the development of 197,673 m² of plot AN 350
This Territorial Council meeting includes no fewer than three draft deliberations relating to various aspects of plot AN 350.
Draft deliberation launching a declaration of public utility (DPU) for works in the Savane sector
The situation regarding land in Saint-Martin is long-standing and well known. A territory where land regularisation is a major ongoing challenge.
Standing authorisation for legal proceedings granted to the Collectivity's public accountant - Leila TKOUTI
This draft deliberation relates to the basis, instruction, processing and modalities for pursuing tax collection.
Tax package for the benefit of agricultural activities in Saint-Martin
In the face of climate change, various global health crises, environmental degradation and the rise in food insecurity, the CESC examines this tax package.
Promoting citizen expression and participation in Saint-Martin
The Economic, Social and Cultural Council (CESC) represents the organised civil society of Saint-Martin and has a mission to foster participation and dialogue.