The Vice-President of the Council of State (Raad van State) of the Netherlands, mr. Herman Tjeenk Willink and his advisor paid a visit to the new fire station in Cay Hill on Monday May 25, 2009. The gentlemen were explained about the operations of the Sint Maarten Fire Department, the progress it has made over the years and the exchange program that is in place with fire departments in the Netherlands. After the official welcoming and introductions the guests were given a tour of the new facility. Mr. Tjeenk Willink was impressed by the new building and stated that is always good to get informed about the developments in the actual work field.

		Group picture in front of new building
		Fire Chief Winston Salomon and Council of State Vice-President Herman Tjeenk Willink
		Guests and management team listening to mr. Salomon's words of welcome
		Mr. Tjeenk Willink is explained about the operations of the nw dispatch / 919 center