Effective November 1, 2026, Christopher Frans is stepping down as island secretary of the Public Entity of Bonaire. Frans has held this position since March 1, 2023, and has decided to accept a new challenge.
Frans has been working for the Public Entity of Bonaire since December 2013 and has held various positions over the years. Among other roles, he served as senior policy advisor at the Directorate of Community and Care, administrative advisor at the Lieutenant Governor’s Cabinet, and deputy island secretary, before being appointed island secretary in 2023.
As island secretary, Frans was responsible for guiding the public organization and providing advice and support to the Executive Council.
Frans looks back on his time at the Public Entity of Bonaire with appreciation. Although it was not an easy decision, he is looking forward to his new challenge. “I look back with great appreciation on the collaboration with my colleagues. I am grateful to the Executive Council and the Island Council for their trust, and to the public organization for the support and cooperation over the past years. Together we have committed ourselves to our organization and to Bonaire. I hope everyone continues to work hard with the same dedication, keeping the general interest of our community always in first place,” said Frans.
On behalf of the Public Entity of Bonaire, the Executive Council expresses its appreciation for Christopher Frans’ long-standing commitment and involvement. The Executive Council thanks Frans for his contribution to the development of the public organization and for the cooperation over the past years, and wishes him great success and all the best in the continuation of his career.
Temporary replacement of the island secretary Effective November 1, 2026, deputy island secretary Roxanne Francees will act as interim island secretary.