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Traffic Wardens
Traffic
Higher fines for golf carts or other vehicles brought to the island without permits
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) is cracking down on vehicular importation to the island without the required clearance or permits. This has led to dozens of golf carts being removed from the island after owners failed to produce the necessary permits. Failure to adhere to this regulation may result in a fine, which, as per a recent resolution passed, increased from $100 to $2,500 per violation, and the illegal vehicle will be removed from the island.
Traffic
SPTC Traffic Department to use breathalyzer tests
The San Pedro Traffic Department plans to enforce Chapter 230, sections 74-80, with legal stipulations for drivers under the influence of alcohol. With a breathalyzer, traffic wardens can detect if a driver is intoxicated. The enforcement of these regulations comes after an increase in traffic incidents involving drunk driving.
Community and Society
San Pedro Police, Immigration, Customs, traffic officers and Coast Guard undergo first responder training
A group of public officers from the San Pedro Police Formation, Immigration, and Customs Department, including the Belize Coast Guard and traffic wardens from...
Traffic
Taxi operators report unfair treatment from traffic officers at Central Park
The competition between taxi operators and golf cart rentals at Central Park has been an ongoing issue that led to the intervention of the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) in the past. Taxi drivers who visit Central Park to pick up water taxi passengers at busy times have reported that traffic wardens do not allow them to park. In contrast, golf cart rentals are reportedly allowed to stay and solicit.
Community and Society
Traffic wardens and police officers participate in partnership and life skills training
Traffic wardens for the San Pedro Traffic Department and members of the San Pedro Police Formation participated in a life skill course called ‘Partnership and Life Skills’ on Monday, April 8th inside the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) conference room.
Traffic
Island residents unhappy with traffic wardens; Mayor weighs in
Over the past weeks, several residents, particularly taxi operators, have been complaining about the unfair behavior of the island’s traffic wardens.
Community and Society
San Pedro Town Council News
The SP Town Council has been working along with the Police and Traffic department, providing traffic wardens with a workshop and donating to the police.
