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San Pedro Town Council (SPTC)
Environment
Aerated Septic systems now required for businesses operating at Secret Beach
As Secret Beach on the north-west coast of Ambergris Caye continues to develop into a popular destination for tourists and Belizeans alike, concerns for the surrounding natural environment have prompted local authorities to set measures to make businesses more environmentally friendly.
Community and Society
Universal Children’s Month marks Belize’s 30th anniversary of the signing of the Convention on the Rights of a Child.
Universal Children’s Day is celebrated every year on the 20th of November; therefore, child welfare events are held across the globe as well as in Belize during the month. This year Universal Children’s Day is extra special for Belize as it marks the 30th anniversary of its signing on to the United Nation’s Convention on the Rights of a Child (CRC).
Community and Society
Increased dredging in South Ambergris Caye raises concerns
Dredging for sand in southern Ambergris Caye has been ongoing under the consent of The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC). In a previous interview, Mayor Daniel Guerrero stated that the sand extracted was not for business purposes, but the benefit of the community. According to concerned residents living nearby, the dredging operation has ramped up considerably with the addition of a second site.
Community and Society
SPTC postpones new bridge toll fees
On Thursday, September 26th, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) posted on their Facebook page new 2019 Toll Rates to cross the Sir Barry Bowen Bridge into northern Ambergris Caye. The rates were to come into effect on October 16, 2019 but did not sit well with the public.
Community and Society
SPBE’s plans for proposed beachfront water taxi terminal continues to face rejection
After acquiring the property formerly known as Ruby’s Hotel in downtown San Pedro in December 2018, the San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi (SPBE) revealed that they had plans of building a large beachfront water taxi terminal in front of the hotel.
Community and Society
SPTC begins rehabilitation project on Sea Gull Street
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) has embarked on a project to rehabilitate several streets on the island by cementing them.
Community and Society
SPTC Celebrates Teachers and Nurses
On Thursday, May 15th the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) celebrated the teachers and nurses of San Pedro Town for their dedication and commitment...
Community and Society
Action Twenty 24 donates anti-microbial shoes to the residents of San Mateo
The unplanned development of San Mateo has come far from its deplorable conditions thanks to the continued support of missionary groups and volunteer workers...
