generate questions: Saint Barthélemy was for many years a French commune forming part of Guadeloupe, which is an overseas region and department of France. Through a referendum in 2003, island residents sought separation from the administrative jurisdiction of Guadeloupe, and it was finally accomplished in 2007. The island of Saint Barthélemy became an Overseas Collectivity (COM). A governing territorial council was elected for its administration, which has provided the island with a certain degree of autonomy. The Hotel de Ville, which was the town hall, is now the Hotel de la Collectivité. A senator represents the island in Paris. St. Barthélemy has retained its free port status.
St. Barts was formerly a part of what French commune? {sep_token} When did the residents of St. Barts file for separation from Guadeloupe? {sep_token} When did St. Barts finally received its independence? {sep_token} What is the current name of the building in St. Barts that serves as town hall? {sep_token} Who officially represents St. Barts in French legislation?