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Garbage
Community and Society
Islander Jose “Elito” Arceo recognized with James A. Waight Conservation Award
On Wednesday, February 16th, well-known San Pedrano Jose 'Elito' Arceo was recognized with the prestigious James A. Waight Conservation Award. The 36th edition of the event hosted by the Belize Audubon Society highlights outstanding Belizeans and their passionate efforts for conservation.
Community and Society
Residential areas could soon face garbage collection fees; SPTC warns against illegal dumping
The garbage issue continues to be a big problem on Ambergris Caye, and according to the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC), a large chunk of their budget goes towards tackling this growing issue. As a result, the SPTC is experiencing an increase in trash disposal expenses, and the administration is debating whether to start charging garbage fees in residential areas. Currently, only businesses are charged for garbage collection. The town council also warns residents of illegal dumping and to refrain from using hazardous waste as landfill. Property owners failing to adhere could be penalized with fines for not complying.
Environment
Town Council urges property owners to keep their land clean, adding that burning garbage is illegal
Owners on the island who have neglected their property, leaving it untidy and overgrown with vegetation, were given notice by the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) and the Sanitation Department. The SPTC reminds islanders that their property must be clean and that burning garbage within town limits is a serious offense.
Environment
Illegal garbage dumping in northern Ambergris Caye reported
Concerned residents have reported what they describe as an eyesore and environmentally harmful piles of rubbish, including electrical appliances, dumped with the apparent purpose of filling a piece of land north of San Pedro. According to regulations, organic landfill may be used, but electrical items and appliances are considered hazardous to the environment and should be disposed of properly.
Community and Society
Community clean-up rids Ambergris Caye’s northern beaches from tons of garbage
A massive beach clean-up took place on Sunday, January 31st, on the northern beaches of Ambergris Caye. Some nine miles north of San Pedro...
Community and Society
Letter to the Editor: Garbage is killing our Crocodiles
Woke up yesterday morning to see this beautiful creature with this on her back. People pick up your garbage! Remember when San Pedro was a simple fishing village and people took pride in their surroundings.
Environment
Letter to the Editor: The garbage is keeping tourists away
"Not only will I never go there now or my friends, but the word is spreading fast about the filth. One thing worse than the tourism being hurt is the environment."
Community and Society
Letter to the Editor: A heart breaking and heart warming clean-up
The clean-up of the San Pedrito road was heart breaking and heart warming. It was an emotional experience.
