On Wednesday , Mr Kamp arrived to pay his first working visit to the Island Government of Saba. As representative of the BES islands, he was accompanied by his wife and secretary, Eric van Haveren. Mr. Kamp started off his meetings with the Executive Council during which he outlined his specific priorities for the island, such as spatial and economic development, environment, waste management, education, police, and safety.
Commissioner of Constitutional Affairs, Chris Johnson, expressed his gratitude for Mr Kamp being able to visit the islands and was in agreement with his list of priorities. However, Comm. Johnson also requested that Kamp pay close attention to the health care when it comes to Saba as well as proper staffing of the Regional Service Center.
Furthermore, Comm. Johnson also was very concerned with regards to funding that has been allocated in the areas of education, health care, and youth/family. The concern lies in the process that which these funds can be obtained, due to Saba’s unique lack of available human resources.
Mr. Kamp spent his second day touring the lush Island of Saba. He paid visits to the hospital, comprehensive school, harbor, and landfill. In closing, he had a final meeting with the Executive Council. Mr. Kamp felt encouraged by what he had seen and how things operate thus far on Saba. He concluded by stating that he is looking forward to working along with the Island Government and improving the public services during the transition period.