I just have to say this, even though I'll probably get shit for it.
I'll be the first one to get on a band wagon and bitch about the government. Painfully slow service, some times little to no results, confusing systems, long LONG lines...but certain situations require the patience of crossing your T's and dotting your I's. This is especially true for high profile businesses. Taking the time to do the right procedures - as much as it's a pain in the ass - is worth it when the consequences can be devastating. We're coming into High Season and Karakter is a wreak.
In regards to all the hooopla over at Karakters and all the miscommunication etc, etc. Check the story here: Karakter - It's not always the government's fault. What it seems to boil down to is: Karakter did not have permits to build certain structures. The argument still remains over the retaining wall, but the big picture is a simple thing - when it doubt cover your ass. Don't wait 'til it's too late and start pointing fingers. If your not sure about something, or if your not sure about documents you need...just do it ALL. Otherwise it's like putting a big KICK ME sign on you or your business.The old adage - Better to be safe than sorry. The owner of Karakter just took it for granted that he would fly under the radar an he didn't need to pay attention to proper procedure. He's not alone - many business do the same thing - he just got caught.
Many times the government of Sint Maarten doesn't follow proper procedure - we ALL know that...but that's not an excuse to do the same thing.We have seen the same scenario over and OVER again...business open - without the right papers - run for a season, then disappear...no taxes paid, employees left in a lurch. Other companies find themselves expanding or making unauthorized changes simply because they feel they can get away with it. The list of infractions goes on an on. Again, I'll be one of the first to acknowledge how easy it is to pull the wool over the government's eyes. There are many things we all 'get away with' on a daily basis...still...when we get caught we have no one to blame but ourselves. We took the risk, and sometimes, we just don't get away with it. In my experiences I've found that the more paper work you have to back up your claims of "I DID DO THAT!", the better your chances are. Simply ignoring things do not make them go away. Again, we ALL know that. And I know a lot of people will agree that if you do all this, we won't have to read about all the crap in the newspaper. All the back 'n' forth he said, she said garbage. Show a little class and don't air your dirty laundry in the press...we have to read enough crap on a day-to-day basis with adding Soap Operas to the mix....that's what TV is for.
I'll be the first one to get on a band wagon and bitch about the government. Painfully slow service, some times little to no results, confusing systems, long LONG lines...but certain situations require the patience of crossing your T's and dotting your I's. This is especially true for high profile businesses. Taking the time to do the right procedures - as much as it's a pain in the ass - is worth it when the consequences can be devastating. We're coming into High Season and Karakter is a wreak.
Many times the government of Sint Maarten doesn't follow proper procedure - we ALL know that...but that's not an excuse to do the same thing.We have seen the same scenario over and OVER again...business open - without the right papers - run for a season, then disappear...no taxes paid, employees left in a lurch. Other companies find themselves expanding or making unauthorized changes simply because they feel they can get away with it. The list of infractions goes on an on. Again, I'll be one of the first to acknowledge how easy it is to pull the wool over the government's eyes. There are many things we all 'get away with' on a daily basis...still...when we get caught we have no one to blame but ourselves. We took the risk, and sometimes, we just don't get away with it. In my experiences I've found that the more paper work you have to back up your claims of "I DID DO THAT!", the better your chances are. Simply ignoring things do not make them go away. Again, we ALL know that. And I know a lot of people will agree that if you do all this, we won't have to read about all the crap in the newspaper. All the back 'n' forth he said, she said garbage. Show a little class and don't air your dirty laundry in the press...we have to read enough crap on a day-to-day basis with adding Soap Operas to the mix....that's what TV is for.
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