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Mayor Gualberto 'Wally' Nuñez
Community and Society
Mayor Announces Paving of Southern Ambergris Caye Road
After years of anticipation, Mayor Gualberto “Wally” Nuñez announced on September 20th that paving will soon begin on the road leading to the southernmost point of San Pedro Town. The project, covering approximately 6.5 miles, will be carried out with support from the central government and in partnership with the Southern Ambergris Caye Neighborhood Watch (SACNW).
Environment
Sargassum Crisis Back to Red Phase in San Pedro
The San Pedro Town Council downgraded the Sargassum Response to the yellow phase on September 17th, signaling a reduction in the seaweed influx on the island’s beaches. However, on September 24th, the response was upgraded back to the red phase following another significant increase in sargassum. This comes after months of intensive cleanup efforts triggered by record-breaking blooms earlier in the year, which heavily impacted San Pedro and other coastal communities.
Community and Society
Ambergris Caye Celebrates Belize’s Independence Day with Love and Pride
Belizeans across the country celebrated the nation’s 44th Independence anniversary with patriotism and pride, from the youngest to the oldest. In San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, the festivities began on the evening of Saturday, September 20th, with official ceremonies and the flag-raising ceremony. The national celebration culminated on the 21st with the traditional Independence Day Parade, showcasing the Belizean spirit under this year’s theme, “Belize @44 Stronger Together, Rising Forever.”
Community and Society
2025 Children’s Rally Brings Out Students’ Patriotism in San Pedro
On Friday, September 19th, the annual Children’s Rally was celebrated across Belize. In San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, schools marked the occasion with parades and civic events. Upper-division students from island primary schools joined San Pedro High School (SPHS) at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium, while lower-division students paraded through downtown San Pedro in a colorful patriotic display.
Community and Society
Island Honours 227th Battle of St. George’s Caye Anniversary
On Wednesday, September 10th, the 227th anniversary of the Battle of St. George’s Caye was observed in San Pedro with a uniform parade and a short civic ceremony at Central Park. Festivities began the evening before with the traditional fire engine parade. The Battle of St. George’s Caye is a defining moment in Belize’s history.
Community and Society
San Pedro comes together for another successful Back to School haircut drive
As the new school year begins, many island students received free back-to-school haircuts thanks to a community-wide initiative supported by local authorities, the private sector, and the San Pedro Police Formation.
Community and Society
Caribbean Sprinter Sues San Pedro Town Council Over Forced Water Taxi Relocation
Caribbean Sprinter Limited, a water taxi company, has filed a lawsuit against the San Pedro Town Council and the Trade Licensing Board over a relocation order issued on August 7, 2024. The council directed all water taxis, including Caribbean Sprinter, to vacate the central eastern coast of the island by December 31, 2024.
Traffic
No Updates on Proposed Parking Meter Project for Barrier Reef Drive
Since March 2023, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) has been working on a project to install parking meters along Barrier Reef Drive to ease traffic congestion in the downtown area. In 2025, aside from installing a few meters on a section of the busy street, the project has yet to be officially launched. An update on the project's status, including how much public funding has been invested so far, has yet to be disclosed.
