Community and Society
Omar Arceo receives prestigious Meritorious Service Award
Omar Arceo, also known as the ‘Doctor of the Flats,’ has been honored with the prestigious Meritorious Service Award for his significant contributions to the San Pedro Town island community, Ambergris Caye, and conservation. His work has brought recognition to the community and inspired others to join the cause. He was one of 28 distinguished individuals recognized at this year’s Tribute to Belizean Patriots ceremony, which took place on September 12th near the newly constructed Haulover Bridge in Belize City.
Community and Society
San Pedro celebrates the independence of Central American countries and Mexico
The Noche Centro Americana celebration, a vibrant display of cultural diversity, took place on Saturday, September 14th, at the Honorable Louis Sylvester Sporting Arena. This annual event features a rich tapestry of culinary delights, cultural presentations, and entertainment in honor of the Independence Day celebrations of Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Mexico.
Community and Society
BTB donates garbage compactors to five different municipalities
The Belize Tourism Board (BTB) presented five garbage compactor trucks to five municipalities on Thursday, September 12th, in the Capital City of Belmopan. San Pedro Town, Belmopan City, Caye Caulker Village, Hopkins Village, and Placencia Village were recipients. The assets help improve trash collection efforts in these popular tourism destinations.
Community and Society
No update on restricting large trucks in downtown San Pedro
In late July of this year, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) discussed a new policy to restrict large sand/dump trucks in the downtown area. Mayor Gualberto 'Wally' Nuñez mentioned a new regulation requiring these large vehicles, mainly transport construction material, to be barged. The new policy also restricted trailers over 20 feet long. However, no further updates on this regulation have been shared while these large trucks continue to drive through the town core, which is seemingly unregulated.
Community and Society
Superintendent Castillo comments on golf cart thefts on the island
Recently, there has been a troubling increase in the theft of golf carts in Ambergris Caye, causing concern among the island’s residents. Reports indicate a significant rise in cart thefts over the past few weeks. Stolen carts have been found abandoned in secluded areas of the island, with essential components such as the engine removed by individuals looking to make illegal profits. This criminal activity is suspected of being connected to the illicit trade of vehicle parts on and off the island. Residents affected by this issue are urging the police to intervene promptly and apprehend the perpetrators while also calling for increased vigilance across the island.
Community and Society
SPTC enforces regulations on sandwich boards and public parking
To address traffic congestion and improve parking availability on Ambergris Caye, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) has implemented regulations regarding sandwich boards. Effective immediately, the SPTC will confiscate any sandwich boards or other signage obstructing pedestrian pathways and inconvenience motorists. Businesses are reminded to keep their sandwich boards within their premises to help alleviate traffic-related issues.
Community and Society
San Pedro Gas Turbine Successfully Commissioned as BEL Works to Replace Damaged Transformer at the San Pedro Generation Facility
Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) informs its Customers and the public that the San Pedro Gas Turbine (San Pedro GT) was successfully commissioned and load tested up to its rated capacity of 21 MW last week Thursday, September 5. However, the San Pedro GT is currently unavailable to supply power into the grid because of the failure (for a second time) of one of the three transformers that is needed to connect it to the grid, which occurred in the early morning of Saturday, September 7.
Community and Society
San Pedro Lions Club participates in Leo’s Forum in the Dominican Republic
From September 4th through the 8th, San Pedro Lions Club members participated in the International Leo's Forum held in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. San Pedro Lions President Nesher Acosta, Vice-President Lion Rosalyn Tzib, and Club Director Lion Marina Kay proudly represented the island and the Belize Lions Zone 59, to which San Pedro belongs. At the special event, they mingled and shared ideas with Leo and Lion members from Latin America and the Caribbean.