PHILIPSBURG (DCOMM):--- The Department of Economic Licenses announced that persons interested in vending food, beverages, helium balloons and other typical items associated with carnival can apply for these licenses starting Monday, March 3rd at the aforementioned department located at Zoutsteeg 3, Philipsburg. The deadline for these applications to be submitted is April 4th, 2014.
Furthermore, due to safety concerns, the no-vending zones will be strictly applied for Carnival 2014. As a result of this, lots will be given out to applicants on a first come, first serve basis. The department is therefore stressing that persons interested in street vending in the Philipsburg area submit their applications early as space is limited.
All persons interested street vending and vending within the Carnival Village (booth holders), must come to the department with the following documentation before April 4th 2014:
- Application form
- A copy of your passport or ID
- From the Receiver's Office:
A receipt of Fl. 75,00
A 'zegel' of Fl. 10,00 value - From the Census Office:
Registration Form - One (1) Passport picture of Applicant.
- Food handler's certificate (if not already in possession)
The information listed under 2, 4, 5, and 6 is also applicable to your helper.
The cost of the license for the entire Carnival season is eighty five NA guilders (Naf. 85,00).