This initiative between the Minister of VROMI Egbert J. Doran and the Department of New Works aims to significantly enhance concrete side roads and secondary roads connected to the islands main roads.
The 4.8 million guilders investment in the Design and Build Concrete Hard Surfacing Program
2023-2024 is a historical move by the government to improve Sint Maarten’s infrastructure.
These capital funds will not only result in smoother, more durable roads but will also stimulate
economic growth by facilitating efficient transportation systems.
The Honorable Minister of VROMI, Egbert J. Doran, expressed his excitement about the collaboration on the Road Resurfacing Program, stating, ” This is the first time that we are taking on such a major project, with the hard surfacing of secondary roads. This initiative came about two years ago when we realized that when we are impacted with bad weather, the rocks and debris naturally comes down from the side roads into the main roads and causes damage to our infrastructure, so we saw it important to address this issues by hard surfacing the secondary roads to decrease the damage after any form of weather, especially during the hurricane season. This project is cost efficient and serves the needs of the people who have the hassle sometimes reaching their homes during emergencies and/or under said weather
conditions.”
The Secondary Roads include the following:
1 Ackee Tree DriH9:I45ve
2 Cockspur Tree Road
3 Fountain Tree Road
4 Guiro Road (Cay bay Drainage)
5 Manjack Drive
6 Parallel Rd Rubber Tree Drive
7 Rubber Tree Drive
8 Sandbox Tree Road
9 Sea Island Cotton Road
10 Silk Tree Drive
11 Burlap Road (Cemetery Road)
12 Cassava Drive
13 Coco Plum Drive
14 Dollison’s Drive
15 Guavaberry Rd
16 Roses Road
17 Tania Road
18 Zagers gut Lane
19 Basseterre Road
20 Dominica Road
21 Ellis Drive & Bimini Road
22 Gibbs Drive
23 Lambert Drive
24 Andros Island Drive
25 Manzanillasteeg
26 Chincherry Drive
27 Chincherry Road
28 Dukes Drive
29 Goldfinch Road
30 Jumping Cholla Cactus Road
31 Pelican Drive
32 St. James Road
33 Star cactus Drive
34 Vine Cactus Drive
35 Orange Groove road
36 Well Road
37 G Clement De Weever Road
38 Montevideo Road
39 Nazareth Road
The primary objectives of the program remain steadfast:
- Improving Infrastructure: The Program is designed to elevate the infrastructure of our
community. By implementing high-quality materials and advanced construction techniques,
the initiative promises to deliver smoother and safer travel routes, directly impacting the daily
lives of our residents. - Enhancing Accessibility: The program focuses on addressing the resurfacing needs of crucial
roads to improve accessibility for all members of the community. Maintaining roads in optimal
condition will support economic activities and contribute to public safety. - Ensuring Road Durability: The Ministry is committed to enhancing the durability of these
roads, making them resistant to wear and tear. This approach ensures a longer lifespan for the
roads and reduces long-term maintenance costs.
The Minister of VROMI expressed gratitude to all who made this initiative possible, including
the Minister of Finance and his cabinet and the Ministry of VROMI. Congratulations were also
extended to the companies who were awarded contracts. He emphasized that the
collaboration with multiple contractors aims not only to accelerate the project but also to
distribute opportunities among different companies, enabling them to benefit from this
historic and memorable endeavor. The Minister wishes resident’s success and enjoyment upon
the completion of the new roads in the second quarter (April – June) of 2024.