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29 MAY

THE BELIZE TIMES

2022

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MENTIROSO!

Shyne Lies About Village Council Results; Faces Mutiny Dean Barrow was right, after him the UDP would need all the help possible. His son is in total denial and attempts to manufacture a reality aided and abetted by a couple rejected UDP media houses. Advertisers should beware of placing ads in these UDP stations. No one believes them as can be proved by the rejection of the fictitious messages they push to those wilful for entertainment. These two media much like wrestling—we like to watch it but know that it is all fake. They perpetrate Shyne’s falsehoods as real news.

Barrow, the father, predicted his personal grief at how his UDP cesspool would explode and attempt to corrode each fabric of Belizean life.

The terminological inexactitudes once uttered so often by him is now the only course served by the remnants of this once mass party misnomered United and Democratic and

led by the son. The main problem with the son’s winning a “leadership” convention is that no leaders were present. If yes...who are they leading? All UDP dodos have jumped off the cliff.

In the discovery of solutions, a leader ought to be able to define the problem and accept that such a solution ought to be sought. Even UDP donkeys are seen posting that the LOO is in another world and cannot accept that the Villages are rejecting the remains of the UDP en masse. That a large number of villages that won’t even cast a SINGLE vote for the UDP is distressing to democracy. The list of no shows of the UDP is tantamount to the PUP winning 16 seats in the house uncontested—automatic wins. The PUP will win more than 80 percent of villages.

It is a sad day in Belize when there is

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BELIZE: A FAST-GROWING BPO DESTINATION

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VILLAGES SUPER ENDORSING PLANBELIZE

San Estevan: OW Central Flipped after 27 Years

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INTERESTED IN BRADS BOLEDO?

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WE’RE BACK - National Agriculture and Trade Show (May 27-29)

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MENTIROSO!

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Cabinet Brief Belmopan. 26th May 2022. 9:00 a.m.

The Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño, met in regular session on 24th May 2022. ●

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The Minister of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation informed Cabinet of a constructive meeting with the leaders of communities in southern Belize to address the issue of erosion on Silk Caye. After meeting with relevant stakeholders, a task force was established including the leaders of communities in southern Belize, technical advisors from the Ministry of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation, Ministry of Natural Resources, Petroleum and Mining, Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management, and the Belize Coast Guard. Based on the findings of the assessment, the Fisheries Department will be giving approval for the community to proceed with the work started to address the erosion with the support of the technical experts.

Cabinet noted that at Monday’s House Committee meeting, stakeholders presented their concerns regarding the Trade License Bill 2022.

Noting the fragile state of the entertainment industry caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Cabinet agreed to defer any fee for local entertainers while consultations continue with stakeholders in the entertainment industry. In addition, Cabinet will consult to develop incentives for the creative sector. All other recommendations presented at Monday’s House Committee Meeting will be duly considered before the revised bill is presented to the House of Representatives for consideration.

Cabinet gave its recommendation for a motion to be presented at the next sitting of the National Assembly for a loan motion from the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) for US$24 million to finance the upgrading and rehabilitation of 16 miles of the Phillip Goldson Highway, from mile 8 ½ to 24½. The rehabilitation of this 16-mile section of the Phillip Goldson Highway is expected to reduce transportation costs and accident rates, increase access to services, increase employment opportunities and improve climate resilience.

With a view to fast-track private sector investment and further stimulate economic growth, Cabinet approved certain policy and legislative adjustments to reduce turn-around time and streamline processes and provide additional incentives for various investment incentives programs including the small business (MSME) enhancement program, the designated processing areas program used by BPO’s, agro-processing, aquaculture and manufacturing, and the fiscal incentives program used by tourism and other business ventures.

Cabinet approved the development concept of a Government Administration Campus in Belize City in the Lake Independence Development Area using of a public-private partnership vehicle. It is intended that such a campus will consolidate government departments scattered across the city including the various courts of the judiciary and enable the more efficient provision of government services to the public.

Cabinet took note of the report from the Inter-Ministerial Committee on measures that would improve the effectiveness of garbage disposal as well as recommendations on the sustainable practices to promote a clean environment, climate protection and zero waste for the health, aesthetics and well-being of the country. Recommendations include a review of the current environmental protection regulations, amendments to the Returnable Containers Act, strengthening the institutional capacity of the Department of the Environment, and new actions on plastic and waste disposal and an awareness campaign on cleaner communities and on recycling.

On COVID-19, as of 23rd May 2022, 216,474 or 50.32% of the total population have received at least one dose of the vaccine, 211,693 or 49.21% of the total population two doses and 47,671 or 11.09 % of the total population had received booster shots. As of 23rd May 2022, 31,803 or 54.56% of the target population (58,292) of children ages 12 to 17 years have received at least one dose of the vaccine and 26,628 or 45.68% of the target population have been fully vaccinated. Since the start of the pandemic, the cumulative number of deaths up to 20th May 2022 is 677.

The Ministry of Health & Wellness reminds the public that an unvaccinated person is 24 times more likely to die compared to a vaccinated person and statistics show that the adjusted mortality rate for every 10,000 people is 1.99 among fully vaccinated, 6.35 among partially vaccinated and 48.42 per 10,000 unvaccinated individuals.

Finally, Cabinet advises all Belizeans to continue to adhere to COVID-19 prevention safety measures including wearing a face mask in public, maintaining physical distance where possible and washing hands regularly. Cabinet also encourages all those not yet vaccinated to do so. Vaccines save lives.

no credible opposition who can lend great ideas towards the development of Belize.

The PUP has planBelize lauded all over the world.

Mentirosos: The UDP issues falsehood, misleading statements, lies, fake news and they do so at a grand scale. Too bad for the UDP, the public has matured politically to discern that the Barrows UDP is no more.

A revival of this corrupt group is only in the imagination of a few remaining who swear by Faber or Shyne or Tracy—what political infamy.

The UDP has corrupted the idea of their party.

Belize has the Belizean People, John Briceño, the PUP, planBelize.... the future bodes well for us all. Everyday more of us collect the winnings. With patience and time, we will all win as Belize works seamlessly for everyone.

PUP PRESS RELEASE

PUP DELIVERS IN WEEK 2 OF VILLAGE COUNCIL May 23, 2022 – Nominations continued this past Sunday in twenty-nine villages across the country. Of the twenty-nine villages, PUP affiliated villages were uncontested in the villages of Progresso in Corozal Southwest, Los Tambos and Duck Run 3 in Cayo Northeast, Gardenia in Belize Rural North, La Gracia in Cayo Central and Monkey River, Otoxha, Dolores, and San Lucas in Toledo East. Furthermore, 6 councillors were uncontested in Yalbac and only the Chairperson is being contested in Cayo Central.

Of the twenty-five villages that went to elections on Sunday, 22 May, the PUP affiliated teams won 17 villages, the UDP affiliated teams won 5 villages while independent slates won 2 villages.

After two weeks of three weeks of nominations and two weeks of elections, the PUP affiliated teams have won 52 villages, the UDP affiliated teams 9 villages and 8 have gone independent.

The elections and nominations continue on May 29. Forward Together.

VILLAGES SUPER ENDORSING PLANBELIZE Villages that historically have always sided with the UDP are now endorsing planBelize and the John Briceño administration. These would include but not limited to Unitedville, San Estevan, Calla Creek, Independence, Boston, Paraiso, Arenal and countless others are set to flip. This is only three weeks of a seven-week village council election cycle. Shyne and the UDP are still being ignored and castigated for their thirteen years of tyranny while the PUP’s hopeful planBelize is being embraced with a tighter grip. It is a double electoral jab—UDP rejection and PUP embrace. Together these two spell an immense progressive future for Belize.

After two weeks of elections and three weeks of nominations, Belizeans and planBelize are not only winning but they are obliterating the notion of anything called a UDP village. The PUP is winning back all villages from the 2019 turnaround and flipping villages into the path of development. OW Central, Cayo West Villages, Corozal North Villages, Stann Creek and Belize Rural North Villages are coming on board planBelize.

John Briceño and the People’s United Party are redefining the terms for super majority, landslide and massive victory. Belize as a country is proving that the Blue Bond, Covid protocols, Economic Confidence, Agriculture Boom, Tourism Revival, Blue Econo-

my’s rebirth, Women Empowerment, New Enterprises, Impending Constitutional Reform are no fluke; they are the product of innovation match with transparency and accountability at levels the UDP cannot fathom. The PUP is here to stay.

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29 MAY

2022

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EDITORIAL

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SHINY MIRAGE

ust as planBelize diligently progresses, Belize’s ignoble Opposition regresses. The founders of Belize’s democracy would be appalled at the recent delusional pronunciations made by the obviously mentally incarcerated Leader of Opposition Shyne Barrow. To pinpoint what is Shyne Barrow’s impetus to maintain his three-vote LOO position is anybody’s guess. Why does he remain leader of a party where he is not wanted by the few who remain?

The people of Belize do not deserve a dysfunctional Opposition vis-à-vis United Dysfunctional Party. Instead of throwing out fake propaganda at every planBelize success, the LOO should be presenting credible rebuttals never knowing when the John Briceño government will pick up on an idea. The Leader of the Opposition swore over a Bible that he would be true NOT fake.

The Belize Village Council Elections 2022 is a test of the neophyte Barrow’s leadership. If 2019 is any indicator, this leadership was already in ultra-discredited mode. Setting this straight, the Barrow leadership is that substanceless policy of Dean Barrow that in open subterfuge was passed on to Shyne Barrow and Denise Barrow. Additionally, we beg to differ in that there is no shine nor glitter in none of this familial arrangement. They all hoped that people would imagine gains in their selfish quest to stay in power over the blindfolded electorate. The electorate, people in the villages and towns and cities, have rejected these blindfolds without the Barrows caring to notice.

Case in point: Before our very eyes, a super Village Council majority is being elected. Belize, in 2022, is again endorsing John Briceño and team. The People’s United Party is poised to win control of 160 village councils or 84 percent of the villages. The UDP and Independent slates will share the remaining 16 percent. This outcome reveals plenty. Should the UDP still be considered a mass party? Another revelation is that coincidentally, or not, the PUP currently controls 84 percent of the House, considered a super majority powerful enough to change the constitution. So, both Villages Councils and House of Representatives are equally behind planBelize.

Even prominent UDPs are fingering this UDP debacle and meteoric fall from grace. But, even the UDP anti-Shyne pundits have it wrong. They blame hapless Shyne and Barrow for the UDP’s cataclysmic implosion. Little can the Patts, Saldivars, Belisles, Elringtons, Augusts, Delroys et al fathom that it is the entire UDP dogma that is corrupted and barren of ideas.

How can Shyne shamelessly lie and claim to be winning? The only feasible explanation is that he is so lonely in the race that he is confusing his last place with first. So, the PUP control 84 percent of the House of Representatives and 96 percent of the municipal(mayors and town councillors) seats and, soon, definitely a greater than 56 percent of Village Councils. The latter is the 2019 percentage. This is Shyne’s mirage and he calls it ‘losing ground’. The LOO post is way above his league, Belize deserves better, even from the Opposition.

As the villages again head to the polls this weekend, Belize is MOVING FORWARD as the villages get all the respect, they, and the rest of Belize, rightly deserve.

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29 MAY

2022

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¡ESPEJISMO A LA SHYNE!

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ientras el planBelize progresa diligentemente, la innoble oposición de Belice retrocede. Los fundadores de la democracia de Belice estarían horrorizados ante las recientes y delirantes declaraciones del evidentemente mentalmente encarcelado Líder de la Oposición (LOO) Shyne Barrow. Nadie sabe cuál es el impulso de Shyne Barrow para mantener su posición de LOO de tres votos. ¿Por qué sigue siendo el líder de un partido donde no es querido por los pocos que quedan? El pueblo de Belice no se merece una oposición disfuncional ante un Partido Unido Disfuncional (UDP por sus sigla en inglés).

En lugar de lanzar propaganda falsa a cada éxito de PlanBelize, el LOO debería presentar refutaciones creíbles sin saber cuándo el gobierno de John Briceño recogerá una idea. El Líder de la Oposición juró sobre una Biblia que sería genuino, NO falso.

Las elecciones a Consejos de Aldea de Belice de 2022 son una prueba del liderazgo del neófito Barrow. Si el año 2019 es un indicador, este liderazgo ya estaba en modo ultra desacreditado. Aclarando esto, el liderazgo de Barrow es esa política sin sustancia de Dean Barrow que en abierto subterfugio se le pasó a Shyne Barrow y Denise Barrow. Además, discrepamos en que no hay brillo ni resplandor en ninguno de estos arreglos familiares. Todos ellos esperaban que la gente imaginara ganancias en su búsqueda egoísta de mantenerse en el poder sobre el electorado con los ojos vendados. El electorado, la gente de los pueblos y ciudades, ha rechazado estas vendas sin que los Barrows se hayan dado cuenta.

Un ejemplo: ante nuestros ojos, se está eligiendo una super mayoría en los Consejos de la Aldea. Belice, en 2022, vuelve a respaldar a John Briceño y su equipo. El Partido Unido del Pueblo está a punto de hacerse con el control de 160 consejos de aldea o el 84 por ciento de las aldeas. Los listados del UDP y de los independientes se repartirán el 16% restante. Este resultado es revelador. ¿Debe seguir considerándose al UDP como un partido de masas?

Otra revelación es que casualmente, o no, el PUP controla actualmente el 84 por ciento de la Cámara, considerada una super mayoría lo suficientemente poderosa como para cambiar la constitución. Así pues, los Concilios de los Pueblos y la Cámara de Representantes igualmente apoyan el planBelize.

Destacados miembros del UDP están señalando esa debacle del UDP y su meteórica caída en desgracia. Pero los expertos anti-Shyne del UDP se equivocan. Culpan al desventurado Shyne y a Barrow de la implosión cataclísmica del UDP. Los Patts, Saldivars, Belisles, Elringtons, Augusts, Delroys y otros no pueden comprender que es todo el dogma del UDP el que está corrompido y carente de ideas. ¿Cómo puede Shyne mentir descaradamente y pretender estar ganando? La única explicación factible es que está tan solo en la carrera que confunde su último lugar con el primero. Así que, el PUP ya controla el 84 por ciento de la Cámara de Representantes y el 96 por ciento de los escaños municipales (alcaldes y concejales) y, pronto, definitivamente más del 56 por ciento de los Consejos de Aldea. Este último es el porcentaje de 2019. Éste es el espejismo de Shyne y lo llama “perder terreno”. El puesto de LOO está muy por encima de su nivel, Belice se merece algo mejor, incluso de la oposición.

Mientras las aldeas vuelven a acudir a las urnas este fin de semana, Belice avanza a medida que las aldeas obtienen todo el respeto que, tanto ellas y el resto de Belice, merecen.

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San Estevan: OW Central Flipped after 27 Years

The 22nd day of May was not a day like any other day. It was a Sunday and marked the date for Village Council election in San Estevan Village, the only village in Orange Walk Central, the constituency of the Prime Minister of Belize, Johnny Briceño. Orange Walk Central constituency has 6,104 voters, 1,235, 20.23 %, are registered in San Estevan village, polling area 61. The other 2 polling areas in Orange Walk Central are PA 53, San Francisco area with 3,197 voters and PA 54, La Inmaculada, old Orange Walk Town, with 1,672 voters.

This was to be the day. The PUP had not won San Estevan since 1995.

This is the birthplace of once powerful UDP politician Gaspar Vega. Family ties, political favors, land grants, jobs, money, prestige and mega road construction with unwarranted contracts to village cronies and the undue influence as the UDP deputy minister had fortified San Estevan as an impenetrable UDP fortress. 27 years they held power.

In the morning, it was apparent that the Blue Machine was intent on getting the job done. A blue gust swept the village. This was not a result of the Election Day but the multiple effort of a superb organization with a hard working team that had been planning for this special occasion. The blue wind swept

the village, blanketed it and the results showed it. In the morning the voting flow was a trickle. After 1:00 pm the voters started coming out in greater numbers.

Then the Prime Minister, coming in from

the airport, went directly to San Estevan.

And in his habitual manner, he arrived and energized a tired but still strong blue machinery. People flocked to him, greeted him, hugged him, and took photographs with him. The love overwhelmed. Shyne had arrived a little earlier but the total neglect by the electorate only made him circle then depart with no hurray. His generals had failed him. The difference between leadership was clear. And so the voters started arriving. About 710 voted, a little under 60%.

And so the day progressed with no altercations, an election carried out in total civility, with an obliterated and shattered UDP organization. Not even echoes of the past arrogance, money flowing, paid mercenaries or even a semblance of a winning chance manifested itself. Even the tattered lonely over washed flags

05 5 hanging around the neck of the UDP tent had submitted into defeat before the bell tolled. To many of us veterans, this was not the UDP we knew and confronted every election. This was a headless organization lacking everything. We should not rejoice at this because a democracy demands a vibrant credible opposition.

This was a defeated dragon with no fire, not even a kindle or smoke, not even a shadow of the past. The baymen’s glory and money had departed from their bosom, the money into a few individual pockets and none in the UDP. And so at 5.00 pm the polls closed.

The counting exercise was only academic. The crowd was relatively quiet. Most campaigners were very tired because they had put their love, heart, soul and energy focused on taking out PUP voters to win. And by 6.30 pm the results started trickling out. Most optimistic observers were clamoring 3 to 1. At that precise moment news reached that Box A to B for chairperson election was 16 red to 97 blue. Figures didn’t seem right, victory margin for this box was too exaggerated. Then another box, C to CH reported 22 red to 153 blue. The figures also didn’t seem right. This was not a trend to look at lightly. This was not a sign of a landslide but of a massacre.

An asteroid, as the one that hit Yucatan 65 million years ago and obliterated the dinosaurs, was about to repeat itself in San Estevan. And the trend continued.

And by 6.30 we knew that the new chairman for the San Estevan Village council, Continued on page 6

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San Estevan: OW Central

Continued from page 5 Rosaura Chan, received 569 votes. 139 voters preferred the UDP chairperson candidate. And so this gave the clear trend on how the final results were to be. With this trend, the UDP fled the premises and the whole village started coming out. Not a red shirt in sight. By 7:26, we all knew the official results, our system had proven that it is part of the powerful Blue Machine, well-oiled and in optimum condition.

The results were as follows: Rosaura Chan, PUP chairperson candidate: 569 votes.

Sonia Hernandez, UDP chairperson candidate: 139 votes.

PUP members Eleen Cansino: 577 votes Saul Osorio: 570 votes Yanelly Castillo: 565 votes Silvia Blanco: 566 votes Ricardo Hernandez: 574 votes Carmelita Blanco: 570 votes UDP members Rene Escalante: 143 votes Roberto Escoto: 134 votes Enrick Hernandez: 142 votes Carolina Fox: 137 votes Yamily Estrada: 143 votes Geovanni Novelo: 120 votes It is worth noting that in the UDP slate Rene Escalante, defeated UDP candidate in the past Orange Walk 3 March 2021 Municipal Election, and a registered voter in Orange Walk East and second to last vote getter in the

municipal election, 3.3 % of votes cast, topped the UDP polls. For an outsider to do this and get more votes than the members of traditional big families closes the myth of the influence and power of big families in the UDP. Common sense prevailed. That is an observation without weight because the amount of votes captured was negligible and showed poor organization, lack of leadership and command, and resources withheld. More than soul searching needs to be done to capture the imagination and support of the electorate. My apologies to the UDP, we would have liked to include a picture of UDP electoral activities in the article but we could not find any activity or any UDP voter.

The PUP did what they hadn’t done in 27 years in San Estevan, they had a victory parade. And the whole village lined the sides of the street, young, old, middle-aged and all were shouting, waving flags, dancing on the streets.

They had destroyed, killed and buried a 27 year old UDP legacy, the myth of a defeated son had fallen, the nefarious influence had died, and San Estevan is now free. And on top of this, the Prime Minister offered unwavering support to the new village council, and to crown this massive achievement, in reward for all the hard work, he offered a victory celebration on Saturday 28th May in the village. And the victory continues to blanket the country as the blue machine consolidates itself.

CARTOON

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2022

LET US RECALL

DENISE BARROW - Missing House meetings (ALL House Sittings in memory) - Absent from her job - Not Representing the people of Queen Square as she swore - Paid taxpayers’ dollars to ride a bike - Nephew Shyne is happy to count on her vote - Patt, Tracy and Faber silent on the issue - ALL UDPs support this Gapi move - Queen’s Square deserves better - Belize deserves respect

29 MAY

2022

Address at the CARICOM AGRI-INVESTMENT FORUM & EXPO

HONORABLE JOHN BRICEÑO PRIME MINISTER OF BELIZE

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Your Excellencies, colleague Heads of Government, Ministers of Government, Other distinguished guests, Ladies and Gentlemen.

It is good to be here in Guyana with President Ali and the wonderful Guyanese people who have opened up their city and hearts to all of us who have journeyed here for this important event. Thank you, my dear friend President Ali for the excellent hospitality you have provided to all of us. I am pleased to be here with all of you for this very important event. For sure this is an opportune time for us to be discussing agriculture and to a greater extent food security.

Why?...Because The Caribbean Community continues to be affected by a number of global events which can and indeed have had a negative effect on our region’s ability to ensure food security for our people. Some of these immediate effects include the COVID-19 pandemic, challenges resulting from the disruptions in the global supply chain, the high and increasing cost of agro inputs, most recently, the invasion of the Ukraine by Russia, and, yes, climate change. Each of these alone would have been enough to seriously disrupt our fragile economies, let alone all off them taken together.

But we need not despair, instead, we must appreciate the fact that we have our dedicated CARICOM farmers and agro processors who are knowledgeable enough and skilled enough to take advantage of the many opportunities that currently exist in our region to attain food security and enhance economic activity.

Your excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, this is the first time that CARICOM is organizing an Agribusiness Investment Forum and Expo and across the region we welcome this initiative. We also look forward to positive outcomes from your deliberations and from your work.

“Investing in Vision twenty-five by 2025” is the theme chosen for this event.

It is more than a catchy slogan, it is, in effect, a plan which intends to see our region reduce its dependency on imported food products by 25 percent over the next three and a half years. To do this, we the member states that make up CARICOM will have to work with our agro producers to foster accelerated and targeted investment in food production.

During our last CARICOM Heads of Government meeting, we acknowledged that our agri-food sector accounts for more than 20 percent employment in the region. Like Belize, Guyana is blessed with abundant agricultural land and a people able and capable of tilling the fertile soil. This is why we are so excited about the leadership role President Ali is playing as the lead for agriculture and food security. Already we know that agriculture represents a clear opportunity for increased investment in agricultural production and agro-processing. It is therefore imperative that action is taken to maximize the benefits of present opportunities.

See…in spite of the current global challenges, there are abundant opportunities in this sector that can result in enhancing our goal to ensure regional food security as well as increasing economic growth. As Heads, we are convinced that President Ali’s plans for Agricultural development in the region are realistic, more so, they are imperative, if we are to achieve food security for our CARCOM region. Also, twenty five per cent reduction in our region’s food import bill by 2025, would significantly increase the production of home grown products such as poultry, corn, soy, shrimp, cooking oils, juices and beverages, animal feed, fish, cattle, vegetables, sugar, and other food products. We have the potential to produce most of our food and, in doing so, attain economic resilience and development. All member countries have excellent farmers, and agro producers who deserve their government’s support in policy initiatives, financial and technical assistance to improve their competitive advantage.

As a CARICOM region, we must do better to remove those technical barriers to trade that most of us impose on each other. Let us instead use our efforts and energies to adopt polices to support the growth of the agro productive sector, improve market facilitation, and develop intra-regional transportation. This CARICOM Agri-Investment Forum and Expo is bringing together investors from all over the region, to facilitate business engagements, and to develop investment opportunities. This then is our chance to facilitate and support our private sectors in making this a reality.

In Belize, we have pledged a robust return to our agroproductive sector. Indeed it was our commitment to agriculture that caused the Belizean economy to grow by 12 percent last year during the height of the pandemic when our tourism industry lost millions. Today, we in Belize are fully committed to our agricultural goal which we term ‘From Farm to Table with Love’. It means that we grow what we eat and eat what we grow.

I am convinced that it is the right time for our region to invest in our agro productive sector, and, the right time, to start establishing strategic partnerships to realize the tremendous opportunities for growth and, in so doing, will move us closer to ensuring regional food security. I assure such an investment would bear good fruit and set our region on the right path to achieve meaningful human development for all our people.

National Agriculture Speech

Prime Minister John Briceño

It is fitting that the first public event sponsored by Government since the start of the COVID Pandemic is the National Agriculture and Trade Show because it was our farmers the agro-producers who kept the Belizean economy afloat when things were tough all over. So, I am happy to be a part of today’s ceremony. I congratulate Minister Mai and everyone at the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise on this the occasion of their 50th Agriculture Show.

In Plan Belize, we promised Belizeans that a new focus and vibrant energy would be placed on rebuilding our agro productive sector. We said that our administration would once again fall in love with this fruitful land and that we would follow a policy from the farm to the table.

We did just that and the result is now a resurgence of agriculture in Belize. No place is this enthusiasm for agriculture more on display than at our National Agriculture and Trade Show where over the next few days the traditional displays of livestock and agricultural products will share the spotlight with our great farmers.

The success of agriculture in Belize, from a socio-economic standpoint as well as from a scientific standpoint will equally be on full display and the men and women who make up this industry will be at the centre of this celebration. This weekend’s event is proof positive what we have repeatedly pointed out, that agriculture is integral to our national development. This sector has had an extremely positive effect on our economic recovery as well as our national development. Last week, Minister Mai and I lead a delegation to Guyana where our message was clear. In a time when food insecurity is a reality and where all around the world the fear of food shortage is real, we in Belize will not fail our people, we will grow and we will produce not only for us but for our people beyond our borders. We are confident we can do this because of what we see in the women and men of are Belizean farmers.

Our famers are unafraid and proud to be supplying the nation with its nutritional needs and are working closely with our experts and technocrats in the ministry of agriculture to keep Belize growing.

During the budget presentation, I mentioned that in 2021 our economy grew by 12 percent. This was twice the rate of the Latin America and Caribbean regions.

In fact, Belize is one of the fastest growing economies amongst all countries in the Americas. One of the reasons for this spectacular growth is the resurgence in agricultural production. Agriculture contributes approximately $600 million annually to economic output, representing 80 percent of Belize’s domestic exports, and directly employs 18 percent of the Belizean population. Last year, agricultural output soared, as banana production rebounded strongly from the wake of Hurricane Nana in September 2020 to a new seven-year high. Sugarcane deliveries to processors in the north and west reached an all-time high with increased investments in new commercial production acreage for the latter. Livestock output started to grew from the first day we took office and this growth continues as cattle exports to Mexico and Guatemala doubled since we lifted the trade restrictions in late 2020. Poultry and pork production strengthened firmly in tandem with the recovery in domestic consumption. As result of all this, the Ministry of Agriculture together with our Ministry of Foreign Trade were able to open new markets for Belizean products in Central America. New ways of cooperating with our neighbours are constantly being sought. Innovations and strategies are constantly being discussed for the advancement of the sector like never before.

Agriculture is once again “sexy” and if is fast becoming everybody’s business.

This trend is bound to continue with some of the recent achievements in this sector. None more important than the announcement by Mexican President Manuel Lopez Obrador who during his recent visit to Belize announced that tariffs will be removed on Belizean agricultural products. This will usher in a new day and market for our farmers and producers and we are looking forward to the benefits our farmers will reap from being able to participate in Sembrando Vida, a project that embraces farming and farmers all across Central America.

Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, when farmers benefit, the whole country benefits and everybody wins. As we move forward together, we will look to Minister Mai and his team to build on our goal to go from the farm to the table, not just to the tables across our beautiful nation, but across this region. Our Government’s desire is not only to hold on the gains we have made thus far, but to grow and grow and grow whereby the 600 million dollars in output for this past year, will increase tenfold and our growers will use our fertile land to go beyond the traditional crops to grow more and add greater value to our agro outputs Today we look forward with confidence. We look to a new horizon where the increase in production and productivity; the diversification of the sector into new and value-added commodities; the adaptation of climate smart technologies and the availability of new market outlets create an ideal environment for Agriculture to reach new heights.

Let us celebrate the return of our National Agriculture and Trade Show. Let us celebrate our incredible farmers and with the guidance of our Creator let us keep moving ever forward in the improvement and enhancement of our national development.

I thank you.

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BELIZE: A FAST-GROWING BPO DESTINATION Office of the Prime Minister Hosts First BPO Stakeholder Meeting

2022

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Representatives from 20 companies gathered today for the first Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Stakeholder Meeting hosted by the Office of the Prime Minister and Ministry of Investment. The first-of-its-kind meeting provided an outlet for BPO stakeholders to express concerns, detail challenges and make further policy recommendations to continue stimulating the development of this vibrant economic activity. During the session, stakeholders were also made aware of the various investment incentive programs and policy changes that have been implemented. Both sides highlighted that there is a significant opportunity for Belize to generate employment in higher-tier services by these BPO companies.

The BPO industry is considered a priority sector, which contributes significantly to the economy, employing approximately 8,000 persons within 27 companies. Through this forum, government is now able to better understand the needs of the sector and is even more committed to the growth of this export industry.

In attendance were Hon. Christopher Coye the Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment; Mrs. Narda Garcia, Chief Executive Officer, Office of the Prime Minister & Investment; representatives from the Investment Policy & Compliance Unit, the Economic Development Council, BELTRAIDE, the Ministry of Labour, and the Belize Tax Service.

Government’s commitment is to make Belize a BPO Destination. The sector now supports 8,000 jobs. Recent Cabinet decision will provide for: Exemption of consumption tax on goods and services used for start-up capital investment certified by the Ministry of Finance & Investment Duty free importation of transport vehicles such as vans and buses not older than 5 years Use of duty-free items offsite to continue “The Work from Home” initiative Clarification that Income Tax is to be paid on net profits not gross revenues Conditional approval of a variation of the designated area in 20 working days.

Belize is well suited as an investment hub for the sector. The fast-growing BPO sector includes outsourcing companies offering a variety of services, including compliance review and certification, debt collection, customer care services, medical transcription and coding, data entry and processing support. Today, May 26 there was a discussion on these Business Processing Outsourcing on, employment, investment and economic contribution. #Belize #employment #investment #BPOJobs

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NOTICE Electro Mechanic

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following post in the Mechanic/Electrical Department. In the Port’s continued effort to promote diversity both males/females,able/ differently abled are encouraged to apply for the available post.

Reports to: Technical Manager Summary of Responsibilities: Electro mechanical technicians are competent in combining mechanical technology with knowledge of electrical and electronic circuits. It includes applying the principles and theories of electronics to the mechanical systems. They utilize their knowledge to devise, test, maintain and repair the any and all electro-mechanical component and machines. The main purpose of the role is to undertake maintenance, repairs and installation to upgrade, maintain and commission mechanical and electrical installations for all Port of Belize equipment and auxiliary systems within the compound..

Job Responsibilities: • Maintains releases and assists in developing electrical/mechanical drawings, systems designs or engineering documentation and data, by applying Company, industry and governmental standards.

• Read blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to determine the method and sequence of assembly of a part, machine, or piece of equipment.

• Perform corrective, preventative and predictive maintenance on all equipment in regards to both electrical and mechanical.

• Independently performs set up and testing of digital and power electronics hardware.

• Responsible for troubleshooting and documenting test failures.

• Using design tools and prepares documentation and incorporates basic design changes.

• Creates, develops and maintains elementary systems designs.

• Supports engineering system design and functionality validation activities.

• Troubleshoot, maintain and install Mechanical, Electrical (PLC's), Pneumatic, and Hydraulic systems to provide maximum percentage of uptime possible.

• Supports the development and maintenance of moderately-complex product installation designs and part designs.

• Ensuring all maintenance and installation work is carried out cost effectively, safely and to the highest standard.

• Diagnosing, overseeing and rectifying electrical, electronic and mechanical faults on the port’s container handling equipment as well as maintaining the crane lift assemblies, including routine inspection and testing on boat systems.

• Diagnosing, rectifying and repairing faults on the control and instrumentation and utility equipment including electrical control and distribution systems up to and including 440 volts on the port’s compound, and handling equipment such as Container Stackers, Tractors, and other equipment within the Port compound include non-lifting light motor vehicles and boats.

• Ensuring compliance to all policies, procedures, standard operating practices with recommendations for action and continuous improvements.

• Maintaining the mobile elevating work platforms and other associated personnel carrying apparatus such as forklifts and man lifts.

• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time Job Qualifications/Requirement: • Associates’ degree in Electronics or Post -Secondary Technical Degree with over 5 years of experience in Electrical and Mechanical Marine and Heavy Equipment Repairs.

• Being prepared to undertake sufficient training to ensure familiarization with all equipment in service.

• Working Knowledge of Boats would be an asset.

• Having working knowledge of Control Systems, electronics and electrical systems.

• Intermediate Level knowledge of AutoCAD Studio.

• Computer literate and Intermediate Level Knowledge of Microsoft Office Systems.

• Self-starter, strong problem-solving, decision making and interpersonal skills. A high degree of diplomacy and tact is required to deal with depart heads, telephone requests and operators/office personnel in a pressure environment.

• High sense of responsibility, persistence and confidentiality with strong planning and organizing skills. Discretion in dealing with sensitive matters is of utmost importance and must be able to anticipate unusual situations and project solutions.

• Be able to operate under deadlines, and utilize personal initiative.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Characteristics: To be selected applicants must possess the following important characteristics: • • • •

Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

English Language — Strong oral and written skills.

Compensation Package: Will be commensurate (in accordance with the Company's Salary Structure).

To apply: Provide updated resume, cover letter (addressed to Human Resource Manager), copy of valid social security card, valid police report, name and phone number of two(2) previous employers.

Email to: jobapplications@portofbelize.com Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, May 27, 2022.

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Memoriam

Karl Michael Pickwoad

friends, but never in the way they once happened. That is probably the hardest part: there are too many never again’s.

It is easing to reminisce about the joy of the past, but this inevitably comes with the harsh realization that the present and the future will not hold these joys.

We had so many plans for the future – for ourselves and for Belize - but these plans were suddenly wiped out.

The worldwide covid measures might have increased the severity of the scars even more. I haven’t visited my beloved Belize since Karl’s funer-

It’s killing me that you’re not here with me I’m living happily, but I’m feeling guilty - Luke Sital-Singh (Killing Me) In the end of April 2022 my Spotify playlist suddenly plays the song Killing Me by Luke Sital-Singh. This song, which was released in 2017, suddenly touched me more than it did before. Sital-Singh is precisely describing my feelings regarding the passing of my dear friend Karl Michael Pickwoad.

As I am writing this essay it is 25th May 2022. Exactly three years ago, my own brother (MOB, as Karl used to call me and his close ones) suddenly passed away. Brigante crosses my mind almost everyday, still, but I also experience many happy moments. It’s funny how sadness and joy can mingle in one’s mind.

With the start of the covid pandemic, I decided it was time to do something that I always wanted to do, or learn, but never did. I started learning to play guitar. In the end of the summer of 2020, I began to take guitar lessons with the all-round Dutch musician Michael ‘Mike’ Elia, who became a friend. I only really started to practice music seriously early 2021 and Mike soon started pushing me to sing. ‘Wouldn’t it be great to be able to play the guitar and to sing simultaneously?’ The issue was that I never sang outside the shower or my car. Around February 2022, Mike convinced me and we started to practice singing as well.

Then in April, Luke Sital-Singh’s song came by on Spotify. ‘Mike, I want to learn to sing this song for the mother of my brother Karly.’ Mike lost his best friend in the past, so he was very eager to share his experience. When I first sang Killing Me, he paused playing the keyboard, looked at his arms, and said: ‘Wow, I’m getting goose bumps during a musical lesson.’ Mike came up with the idea to make a studio recording of the track, which we did. I hope we at least did some justice to the masterpiece of Sital-Singh. And if we did not, I apologize by saying it was straight from the heart.

Karl’s passing caused a deep wound that left a significantly ugly scar.

No more chilling together at Nerie’s, no more fooling people with magic tricks or jokes about me being Vladimir Putin’s close agent who respects Mr. Nerie’s deeply, no more being teased for not eating meat (veganism was almost an insult to the chef), no more late night drives, no more trips to Goff’s Caye (his island), no more Caribbean Gold (including that ‘one fi di road’) and no more stories about beautiful women. Well, these things might still take place with other

al because of quarantine measures in the USA, Belize or – upon return – the Netherlands. My relationship with Karl was not what caused my deep connection with Belize, although I must admit that it was responsible for a large part of it. During the years I had the joy and honour to become friends with so many amazing people. Then there’s the general hospitality of its people; the food; the climate; the landscape; the wildlife; and the culture – both contemporary and ancient. However, to me, now there hangs a dark cloud above Belize. One that must be faced in order to rebuild an endurable future again. Belize can never become the Old Belize again, but it can become an amazing place once more. Hopefully, this September that dark cloud will be

099 blown away by me visiting – finally. So, my friends, if you’re reading this, prepare for nights to remember!

The honourable Karl Michael Pickwoad cannot be replaced, but those who are still alive have to continue living. We should try not to feel guilty for the happy moments. And, what would Karl have wanted? He would have wanted us to pour rum and coke and to go celebrate life. To spend time with the people we love. As we have sadly learnt, life can be short. We should remember, cherish and celebrate. Tonight, I drink to life!

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TENDER REPAINTING OF FACILITIES AT BEL’s CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS COMPOUND BEL invites tenders for the repainting of all structures and fixed items at its Corporate Headquarters compound in Belize City.

The bidding documents, which outline all the duties and responsibilities of the contract, are available on BEL’s website at www.bel.com.bz/Tenders.aspx Bids must be submitted via email to bidsubmittal@bel.com.bz no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, June 17, 2022. The email should include the bid number and details located on the respective bid form.

A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 9, 2022 at BEL’s Corporate Headquarters compound located at 2 ½ Miles Philip Goldson Highway, Belize City, Belize.

For more information or queries, send email to bidboxrequest@bel.com.bz Cost incurred for preparation of the tender document is the sole responsibility of the bidder.

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

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Statement by Hon. Kevin Bernard Minister of Health and Wellness 75th World Health Assembly

Excellencies, As we face a global rise in cases of the Covid-19 pandemic, testing and treatment remain the most critical components in the battle we all face.

But for developing countries like Belize, maintaining testing readiness is proving to be a great challenge. Average daily testing in the last month is barely a third of the rate of testing in January. Costs of testing, not just of materials and supplies, but also to maintain accessibility through testing sites, as well to deploy the requisite front-line personnel is near impossible for low and middle-income countries like Belize.

Additionally, treatments are still not widely available in the Caribbean or else-

LIQUOR LICENSE NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that Jasmin Samuels is applying for a Malt & Cider Liquor License to be operated at “Batted & Baked Cafe” located at # 46 Gabourel Lane, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Yuri Escobar is applying for a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “Complex Bar & Grill” located at # 16 Bradley Street, Santa Elena Town, Cayo District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Sharon S. Beckford is applying for a Publican Special Liquor License to be operated at “White Smoke & Hot Flames Bar N Grill” located in Esperanza Village, Cayo District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Allen A. Andrews is applying for a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “The Alexandria Marquis Hotel & Resort” located in Esperanza Village, Cayo District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

NEEDED: Cook at Big Bites Sexy Chicken. Visit #90 Barrack Road, Belize City for more information.

Cashier/Receptionist at Hotel Central Park located on Barrier Reef Drive, San Pedro Town. Call cell # 627-1833 for more information.

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where in low and middle-income countries.

Current projections indicate that treatments will not be available for developing countries until about mid-2023.

High income countries have bought almost all existing supplies. The early challenges we encountered in accessing vaccines, including financing and patent hurdles, are replaying all over again.

In the last two years, we have learnt important lessons that are essential to ending the acute phase of the pandemic.

These lessons including the key role of multilateral institutions as well as the importance of adequate financing in particular to support the public health systems of vulnerable countries. International cooperation and support is indispensable, and needs to be sustained, to ensure that our countries are able to maintain adequate level of testing.

Therefore, it is important that multilateral institutions, WHO, UNICEF and ACT-A, are adequately funded, as these agencies will be critical to accessing treatments and to eventually ending the acute phase of the pandemic. As together, we all commit to health for peace, and peace for health – I can reiterate Belize’s steadfast commitment to global wellness.

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We WILL accelerate efforts to reach the WHO Global Vaccination target of inoculating 70% of the population by September 2022 and promote boosters for at risk population.

We WILL continue to implement an intensive public education campaign on vaccines to overcome vaccine hesitance and misinformation.

We are and will continue to expand our networks of polyclinics and hospitals in so that public health systems are more accessible to urban and rural populations.

And, we WILL expand our National Health Insurance scheme to make health care affordable and accessible to all Belizeans.

Mr. President, through global health, we achieve global wellness, peace and stability – a goal we must all reach together.

I close in making known Belize’s support to the UN resolution condemning the actions of Russia on Ukraine and, in addition, reiterate our firm position on Taiwan being invited to take part of all WHO activities.

Thank you.

NOTICE MECHANIC

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following post in the Mechanical/Electrical Department. In the Port’s continued effort to promote diversity, both females/males, are encouraged to apply for the available post.

Reports to: Technical Manager

Summary of Responsibilities: Individual should be able to make adjustments on Brakes, Parking

Brakes, Clutches under supervision. Remove/Replace Master Clutch/Breaks cylinders, Bleed Brakes, clutch, cooling system and cable rope.

Job Responsibilities:

• • • • • • •

Able to remove and replace tires on all equipment’s.

Perform inspection checks/services oil & filter change.

Assist in cleaning mechanical workshop.

Remove & replace all equipment: starters, alternators, fan belts, radiators, Hydraulic hoses, cooling hoses, mirrors & shocks etc.

Able to make adjustments on Brakes, parking brakes, and clutches.

Remove/Replace Master Clutch/Breaks cylinders, Bleed Brakes, clutch, cooling system and cable rope.

Any other duties that may be assigned of a related nature.

Job qualifications/Requirements: • • • •

Minimum High School diploma with over 5 years’ experience or Associates Degree in automotive technology or related field with 3 years’ experience will be an asset.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Basic knowledge to scan ECU (ECM), TCU and adjoining cabin electronics.

Basic knowledge on propane fuel system

Skills/Competencies: • • • •

Ability to work independently Able to work flexible hours Strong analytical skills Critical Thinker

Compensation Package: Will be commensurate (in accordance with the Company's Salary Structure).

To apply: Provide updated resume, cover letter (addressed to Human Resource Manager), copy of valid social security card, Valid police record, name and phone number of two (2) previous employers.

Applications should be emailed to: jobapplications@portofbelize.com Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, May 27, 2022.

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Barrow Interested in Brads Boledo?

So BTL was “nationalized” and Anwar Barrow takes over; then Boledo was privatized and at that time speculation was nascent as who took over but the Prince of BelAir was the prime rumour. We are reverting to some twelve years ago at the very beginning of the UDP years of tyranny. Then we paid in 2015 a gross amount of money tagged for foreign exchange for BTL and Boledo players pocketed out millions that went to this covert takeover since no one knew who the owners of Boledo were. The Prime Minister of Belize Barrow alleged that he didn’t

know either. I think the people were sure…check the ballots of November 11, 2020.

If Shyne Barrow is conniving then this trait was inherited from the master of deception and incompetence himself. Dean Barrow could not get anything right. He definitely could get wrongs. From Sanctuary Bay’s International Blackeye to 1.3 Billion Petrocaribe criminal wastage to BTL Miami 600M Sale to Gapi Tolerance and, last but not less infamous, the regifting of the Boledo contract to Brads(however the company rebranded its name to) and alleged Barrow interests. Note,

ATTORNEY GENERAL’S MINISTRY VACANCY NOTICE Suitably qualified applicants are invited to fill the position of:

CROWN COUNSEL, LITIGATION UNIT, CIVIL DIVISION Terms of Reference are attached Applicants for the position of Crown Counsel: a) must be: i. qualified to practice as an attorney-at-law in a court in Belize or as an advocate in a court in any other part of the Commonwealth having unlimited jurisdiction either in civil or criminal causes or matters; and ii. has been qualified for not less than five years so to practice in such a court. b) must be in good health. c)must be a person who conducts himself at all times, both in his professional and in his personal life, in a manner that will maintain public confidence in the standards of the legal profession.

Experience and training required: a) Minimum of four (4) years’ experience as a practicing attorney-at-law in the area of civil litigation; b) Bachelor of Laws Degree from a recognized institution; and c) Legal Education Certificate or equivalent from a recognized institution.

Interested persons may download an application package from the Attorney General’s Ministry Website – www.agm.gov.bz or submit in writing to: The Secretary, Judicial and Legal Services Commission Ground Floor, Sir. Edney Cain Building Thru’ the Office of the Solicitor General Attorney General’s Ministry Belmopan City, Cayo District Belize, Central America Telephone number: 822-2504 or 822-0519 email address: agsecretary@agm.gov.bz Deadline for receipt of applications: June 17, 2022 Applicants must submit proof of qualifications and two reference contacts along with application.

Note: Only suitably qualified applicants will be acknowledged. Commission is not bound to make an appointment from among those persons who apply.

now is easy to point to infamy using the name Barrow since the exPM is usually cagey and the sons and aunt are all anti-Belizean.

Let’s talk about the former, PM Barrow went public saying that he doesn’t know anything about the shares in Brad’s Gaming. He essentially pled the fifth at our House(a US jargon) even as he read the Boledo undebated bill. This bill eventually had an accompanying statutory instrument that gave the Boledo an obscene tax holiday—accommodation would be correct?

So now that the planBelize government waives the SI and intends to tax the people’s Boledo that fell in suspicious hands. Suddenly the ex PM is all knowledgeable on the topic. Did

the UDP PM lie to the House of Representatives? Why is the alleged owner Anwar interested in Brad’s Gaming?

Should all the speculation stop? Both persons are intricately involved in the Boledo lawsuit against the government and people of Belize. Is it laughable to take the people to court since you do NOT want to pay taxes?

Barrow is being consistent as he usually takes cases for UDP contract bearers who didn’t deserve moving into the 2020 planBelize arena. It is normal for Barrow to do anything that is anti Belize and proBarrow. Barrow and the UDP will do anything to dismember Belize. UDP infamy has its limits and justice will prevail. PlanBelize will prevail.

Boledo will be taxed for the benefit of the people; planBelize said so.

ATTORNEY GENERAL’S MINISTRY VACANCY NOTICE Suitably qualified applicants are invited to fill the position of:

SENIOR LITIGATOR Terms of Reference are attached Applicants for the position of Senior Litigator: a) must be: i. qualified to practice as an attorney-at-law or as an advocate in a court in any other part of the Commonwealth having unlimited jurisdiction either in civil or criminal causes or matters; and ii. has been qualified for not less than five years so to practice in such a court. b) must be in good health. c) must be a person who conducts himself at all times, both in his professional and in his personal life, in a manner that will maintain public confidence in the standards of the legal profession.

Experience and training required: a) Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a practicing attorney-at-law in the area of civil litigation of complex legal matters specifically in public law (constitutional law and administrative law) and human rights law; b) Bachelor of Laws Degree from a recognized institution; and c) Legal Education Certificate or equivalent from a recognized institution.

Salary: BZD $84k per annum with allowances.

Interested persons may download an application package from the Attorney General’s Ministry Website – www.agm.gov.bz or submit in writing to: The Secretary, Judicial and Legal Services Commission Ground Floor, Sir. Edney Cain Building Thru’ the Office of the Solicitor General Attorney General’s Ministry Belmopan City, Cayo District Belize, Central America Telephone number: 822-2504 or 822-0519 email address: agsecretary@agm.gov.bz Deadline for receipt of applications: June 17, 2022 Applicants must submit proof of qualifications and two reference contacts along

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Government of Belize

Government of Belize

Basic Needs Trust Fund Tenth Project (BNTF10)

Basic Needs Trust Fund Tenth Project (BNTF10) CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER FOR BSIF

Consultancy Services for the Design and Supervision of Infrastructure Works for the Proposed Santa Elena Government Preschool Substitution Sub-project, Santa Elena Town, Cayo District, Belize Request for Expressions of Interest The Government of Belize (GOBZ) has received financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) in an amount equivalent to US$5,031,000.00 towards implementing the BNTF10 Country Project and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds to eligible payments under a contract for which this invitation is issued. Payments by CDB will be made only at the request of GOB and upon approval by CDB, and will be subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement. The Financing Agreement prohibits withdrawal from the financing account for the purpose of any payment to persons or entities, or for any import of goods, if such payment or import, to the knowledge of CDB, is prohibited by a decision of the United Nations Security Council taken under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations.

No party other than GOBZ shall derive any rights from the Financing Agreement or have any claim to the proceeds of the Financing.

The Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF), the Executing Agency (EA), now wishes to procure consultancy services for the design and supervision of infrastructure works for the proposed Santa Elena Government Preschool Substitution Sub-project, Santa Elena Town, Cayo District, Belize (Medium Sub-project).

The objective of the consultancy is to provide technical support to the EA during the implementation of the BNTF10 Country Project. Consulting firms will be required to review existing designs and estimates (where available); advise on scope and adequacy of sub-project intervention; and provide detailed designs, summary estimates, and priced activity schedules. The work must consider thematic areas such as gender and environmental assessments, and shall seek to integrate disaster mitigation measures into designs. Consulting firms will also be required to provide technical inspection of construction works. The duration of the assignment is expected to be for a period of approximately twenty-four (24) months.

The BSIF now invites interested eligible consulting firms to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) indicating qualifications and experience required to provide these Consultancy Services.

Consultants shall be eligible to participate if: (a) in the case of the body corporate, it is legally incorporated or otherwise organized in an eligible country, has its principal place of business in an eligible country and is more than 50% beneficially owned by a citizen(s) and/or bona fide resident(s) of an eligible country(ies) or by a body(ies) corporate meeting these requirements; (b) in the case of unincorporated firms, the persons are citizens or bona fide residents of an eligible country; and (c) in all cases, the consultant has no arrangement and undertakes not to make any arrangements, whereby any substantial part of the net profits or other tangible benefits of the contract will accrue or be paid to a person not a citizen or bona fide resident of an eligible country.

Eligible countries are member countries of CDB. Consultants are advised to review the detailed eligibility criteria detailed in Section 4 and conflict of interest provisions in Section 5 of the Procurement Procedures for Projects Financed by CDB (January, 2021), as published on CDB’s Eligible countries are member countries of CDB. Consultants are advised to review the detailed eligibility website (caribank.org). criteria detailed in Section 4 and conflict of interest provisions in Section 5 of the Procurement Procedures

In thefor assessment of submissions, consideration be givenontoCDB’s consulting firms’ technical comProjects Financed

by CDB (January, 2021),will as published website (caribank.org). petence, qualifications and experience in relation to providing detailed design and supervision In the submissions, projects, consideration will as be local givenand to consulting technical competence, services on assessment education of infrastructure as well regional firms’ experience, financial qualifications and experience in relation to providing detailed design and supervision services on education capability and existing commitments.

Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage. infrastructure projects, as well as local and regional experience, financial capability and existing commitments.

KeybeExperts will not evaluated at the shortlisting stage.

All information must submitted in be English.

Further information may be obtained from the first address below between the hours of 8:00 a.m.

– 4:00 p.m.

Monday to Friday (Belize Time), All information must be submitted in English. Further information may be obtained from the first address exceptbelow on Public Holidays. between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (Belize Time), except on Public

Holidays.

The Expression of Interest must be received electronically at the first (BSIF) and second (CDB) address below no later than 2:00 (Belizeelectronically time) on Monday, June 20,and 2022.

The(CDB) subject The Expression of Interest mustp.m. be received at the first (BSIF) second address line ofbelow the email containing be clearly marked “BNTF10 - Expressions no later than 2:00 each p.m. submission (Belize time)shall on Monday, June 20, 2022.

The subject line of the email containing each submission shall be markedand “BNTF10 - Expressions of Interest – Works Consultancy of Interest – Consultancy Services forclearly the Design Supervision of Infrastructure Services to Undertake DesignGovernment Review and Supervision Infrastructure Works Services for the for the Proposed Santa Elena Preschool of Substitution Sub-project, Santa Gales Point Government Preschool Substitution and Primary School Rehabilitation SubElenaProposed Town, Cayo District, Belize”. project, Gales Point, Belize District, Belize”.

Following the assessment of submissions, a short-list of not less than three (3) and not more than the assessment of submissions, a short-list of not less than three (3) and not more than six (6) six (6)Following applicants will be provided with full terms of reference and invited to submit technical applicants will be provided with full terms of reference and invited to submit technical and financial and financial proposals to undertake the assignment. Following the submission of proposals, proposals to undertake the assignment. Following the submission of proposals, a Consultant shall be a Consultant shall be selected by utilizing the Least Cost Selection (LCS) method. GOB reselected by utilizing the Least Cost Selection (LCS) method. GOB reserves the right to accept or reject late serves the right to accept or reject late applications or to cancel the present invitation partially applications or to cancel the present invitation partially or in its entirety. It will not be bound to assign any or in its entirety. It will not be bound to assign any reason for not short-listing any applicant reason for not short-listing any applicant and will not defray any costs incurred by any applicant in the and will not defray any costs incurred by any applicant in the preparation and submission of preparation and submission of Expressions of Interest.

Expressions of Interest.

Addresses: 1. Senior Procurement Officer Belize Social Investment Fund 3rd Floor #1902 Constitution Drive Belmopan BELIZE Tel. (501) 822-0239; Fax. (501) 822-0279 Email: submissions@sifbelize.org

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI)

The Government of Belize (GOB) has received financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) towards implementing the Belize Social Investment Fund Loan III and the Basic Needs Trust Fund Tenth Programme and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under a contract for which this invitation is issued. Payments by CDB will be made only at the request of GOB and upon approval by CDB, and will be subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement. The Financing Agreement prohibits withdrawal from the financing account for the purpose of any payment to persons or entities, or for any import of goods, if such payment or import, to the knowledge of CDB, is prohibited by a decision of the United Nations Security Council taken under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. No party other than GOB shall derive any rights from the Financing Agreement or have any claim to the proceeds of the Financing.

The Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF) the Executing Agency, now wishes to procure consultancy services for Social Development Officer.

The objective of the consultancy is the enhancing the knowledge and skills of staff in accessing the social dimensions of development, identifying community needs and resources, and designing and implementing projects. The Social Development Officer will also conduct project appraisals, supervision, and monitoring, and will serve as a resource person for BSIF in conducting social and institutional appraisals.

The duration of the assignment is expected to be a period of two (2) years, extendable by mutual agreement in accordance with prevailing Belize legislation as well as results of his/her performance appraisal.

Further details can be found in the Terms of Reference, which can be obtained from Address 1 below.

BSIF now invites interested eligible individual consultants to submit Expressions of Interest indicating qualifications and experience required to provide these consultancy services.

Consultants shall be eligible to participate if: (a) the persons are citizens or bona fide residents of an eligible country; and (b) in all cases, the consultant has no arrangement and undertakes not to make any arrangements, whereby any substantial part of the net profits or other tangible benefits of the contract will accrue or be paid to a person not a citizen or bona fide resident of an eligible country.

Eligible countries are member countries of CDB.1 Consultants are advised to review the detailed eligibility criteria detailed in Section 4 and conflict of interest provisions in Section 5 of the Procurement Procedures for Projects Financed by CDB (January, 2021), as published on CDB’s website.

In the assessment of submissions, consideration will be given to qualifications and experience similar assignments.

Eligible on countries are member countries of CDB. Consultants are advised to review the detailed eligibilit

criteria detailed in Section 4 and conflict of interest provisions in Section 5 of the Procurement Procedure

All information must be in2021), English.

Further be obtained for Projects Financed by submitted CDB (January, as published oninformation CDB’s websitemay (caribank.org). from the first address below between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Belize Time) hours In the assessment of submissions, consideration will be given to consulting firms’ technical competenc Monday to Friday. qualifications and experience in relation to providing detailed design and supervision services on educatio

infrastructure projects, as well as local and regional experience, financial capability and existin The Expressions of Interest must be received electronically at the first address commitments. Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.

(BSIF) and second (CDB) below no later than Monday, June 20, 2022 at 10:00 information mustThe be submitted English. mayeach be obtained from the shall first addres a.m. All (Belize Time). subject inline of theFurther emailinformation containing submission below between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (Belize Time), except on Publi be clearly marked “Expression of Interest – Consultancy Services for Social Holidays.

Development Officer for BSIF”.

The Expression of Interest must be received electronically at the first (BSIF) and second (CDB) addres

Following thelater assessment of submissions, mostJune technically andlineapprobelow no than 2:00 p.m.

(Belize time) onthe Monday, 20, 2022. capable The subject of the ema containing each submission shallwill be clearly marked to “BNTF10 - Expressions of Interest – Consultanc priately experienced applicant be invited negotiate a contract to provide the Services to Undertake Design Review the and right Supervision of Infrastructure Works Services for th consultancy services.

GOB reserves to accept or reject late applications Proposed Gales Point Government Preschool Substitution and Primary School Rehabilitation Sub or to project, cancelGales the present invitation partially or in its entirety. It will not be bound Point, Belize District, Belize”. to assign any reason for not engaging the services of any applicant and will not Following the assessment submissions, a short-list less than threeand (3) and not more than defray any costs incurredofby any applicant in of thenotpreparation submission ofsix (6 applicants will be provided with full terms of reference and invited to submit technical and financia Expressions of Interest.

proposals to undertake the assignment. Following the submission of proposals, a Consultant shall b selected by utilizing the Least Cost Selection (LCS) method. GOB reserves the right to accept or reject lat Addresses: applications or to cancel the present invitation partially or in its entirety. It will not be bound to assign an 1 Occasionaly contracts may be financed out of special programs that would further expand or rereason for not short-listing any applicant and will not defray any costs incurred by any applicant in th strict eligibility to a particular group of member countries. When this is the case, it should be mentioned preparation in this paragraph.and submission of Expressions of Interest.

Addresses:

2. Procurement Officer Caribbean Development Bank P.O. Box 408 Wildey St. Michael BARBADOS, W.I. Tel. (246) 539-1600 Email: procurement@caribank.org cc: omar.bispat@caribank.org

1. Senior Procurement Officer Belize Social Investment Fund 3rd Floor #1902 Constitution Drive Belmopan BELIZE Tel. (501) 822-0239; Fax. (501) 822-0279 Email: submissions@sifbelize.org

2. Procurement Officer Caribbean Development Bank P.O. Box 408 Wildey St. Michael BARBADOS, W.I. Tel. (246) 539-1600 Email: procurement@caribank.org cc: omar.bispat@caribank.org

29 MAY

13

THE BELIZE TIMES

2022

PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: PROPERTIES Orange Walk District: Orange Walk Town; Trial Farm Village; San Jose Palmar Village/ Douglas Village; Belize District: Maskall Village/ San Pedro, Ambergris Caye/ Belize City; Cayo District: Paslow Falls Area; Ontario Village; Stann Creek District: Hope Creek Village; Hummingbird Community; Dangriga; Toledo District: San Miguel Village/ Punta Gorda Town

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees, Messrs. Ascendancy Belize Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. Castillo and Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions.com the below described properties. Sales currently running and will expire Tuesday 31st May 2022 at the times shown on the website.

A: Orange Walk District: Orange Walk Town; Trial Farm Village; Orange Walk Estate; San Jose Palmar; Douglas Village 1. Parcel No. 2990 Mayflower Street, Orange Walk Town:

(Being 28.91 acres of ruinated cane fields and grassy patches situate 1.6 kilometers northwest of the intersection of the Douglas Road and the Phillip Goldson Highway and approximately 700 meters southeast of Nuevo San Juan Village, Orange Walk District, the freehold property of Messrs. Alfredo Samuel Cabrera and Josue Cabrera) B: Belize District: Maskall Village; San Pedro, Ambergris Caye; Belize City 8. Parcel No. 246/1 Maskall Village, Belize District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Orange Walk Town

4

2990

(Being three buildings: Building No. 1 – single dwelling house [869 sq. ft.] 2 bedrooms + 1 bathroom + living/dining/ kitchen; Building No. 2 - a concrete structure [57 sq. ft. + open area 65 sq. ft.] laundry room; Building No. 3 – concrete structure [43 sq. ft.] lavatory TOGETHER with Lot [454.510 S.M.] situate at Parcel No. 2990 Mayflower Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District, the freehold property of Mr. Gabriel Pate) 2. Parcel No. 285/1 Trial Farm Village, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Belize Rural North 1

11

v

(Being a concrete bungalow dwelling house [30 ft. X 45 ft.] and lot [676.302 S.M.] situate in the Village of Maskall in the Belize District, the leasehold property of Mr. Aamon Alex Brackett, surety for Ms. Sherett S. Brackett) 9. 2 Acres San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Trial Farm

4

285/1

(Being a concrete bungalow dwelling house [583 sq. ft.] containing 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen TOGETHER with Lot [1190.95 sq. yds. (995.780 S.M.] situate in Trial Farm Village, Orange Walk District, the leasehold property of Mr. Harold Flowers) 3. Parcels 514, 515 & 516 East Orange Walk Estate, One Mile from Town Center, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Indian Hill East

4

514, 515 & 516

(Being three (3) vacant lots [514 – 334.79 S.Y. or (279.926 S.M.); 515 – 832.86 S.Y. or (696.372 S.M.); 516 – 888.29 S.Y. or (742.715 S.M.) situate in East Orange Walk Estate, one mile from Orange Walk Town Center, Orange Walk District, the freehold properties of Mr. Ishwar Mahbubani) 4. Parcel No. 3091/1 Savannah Street, Orange Walk Town:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

North San Pedro

7

5434 & 5435

(Being 2 Acres of vacant Caribbean Sea front land, situate west side of Ambergris Caye 3 miles north of the center of San Pedro Town, District, the freehold properties of Mr. Daniel Guerrero.)

10. Parcel No. 2112 DFC Area, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

San Pedro

7

2112

(Being a 3-storey concrete structure with [6120 sq. ft.] – Ground Floor – Store + two – 1 Bedroom Apartments; First Floor – Three – 1 Bedroom Apartments: Second Floor – 2 Bedroom Apartment + Large Terrace and lot [533.33 sq. yds.] situated in D.F.C Housing Site, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, the freehold property of Mr. Thomas Santos) 11. Parcel No. 1406 Neal Pen Road, Belize City, Belize District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Orange Walk Town

4

3091/1

(Being a concrete bungalow dwelling house [727 sq. ft.] containing 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen TOGETHER with Lot [555.56 sq. yds.] situate at Parcel No. 3091 Savannah Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District, the leasehold property of Mr. Kenis Garcia) 5. Parcel No. 1236 Stadium Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Queen Square

45

1406

(Being a two-storey concrete/timber dwelling house [1568 sq. ft.] containing 3 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom on each floor TOGETHER with Lot [340 sq. yds.] situate at Parcel No. 1406 Neal Pen Road, Belize City, the freehold property of Ms. Sharon Burgess) D: Cayo District: Paslow Falls Area; Ontario Village 12. 10 Acres of Land situate near the Mopan River, Paslow Falls Area, Cayo District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Orange Walk Town

4

1236

(Being an incomplete concrete & block structure [369 sq. ft.] + prefabricated structure [1,600 sq. ft.] TOGETHER with Lot [462 sq. yds.] situate at Parcel No. 1236 Stadium Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District, the freehold property of Mr. Richard Vellos) 6. Parcel No. 808 San Jose Palmar Village, Orange Walk District:

ALL THAT piece or parcel of land Block No. 6 (+/- 10 acres) being a portion of Lionel Balan subdivision survey of Grant No. 505 of 2007 comprising 20.86 acres of land and the survey of a strip of National Lands comprising 1 acre situate along the Mopan River, Paslow Falls Area, Cayo District TOGETHER with all buildings and erections standing and being theron.

(Being +/- 10 acres of vacant land with high vegetation and numerous trees, the freehold property of Ms. Mary Carridi) 13. Parcel No. 1323/1 Ontario Village, Cayo District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

San Jose Palmar

4

808

(Being a vacant corner lot [1,250 sq. yds.] situate in San Jose Palmar Village, Orange Walk Town, the freehold property of Mr. Danny Duran.)

7. 28.91 Acres of land on the Douglas/San Pablo Road, 1.6 kilometers west of the Douglas Road/Phillip Goldson Highway, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Society Hall

24

1323

(Being two buildings - Building ‘A’ two-storey concrete/timber dwelling house [1969 sq. ft.] containing Ground Floor: bedroom + bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen + Storeroom; First Floor: 3 bedrooms [280 sq. ft.]; Building ‘B’ Laundry house [257 sq. ft.] TOGETHER with lot [1,165.67 sq. yds.] situate in Ontario Village, Cayo District, the leasehold property of Mr. Gilbert Rhaburn).

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Douglas Rural

4

118

Continued on page 14

14

29 MAY

THE BELIZE TIMES

2022

www.centralbank.org.bz

PUBLIC NOTICE

Discontinuation of the Foreign Exchange Approval by the Ministry of Finance Belize City, 25 May 2022: The Central Bank of Belize (Central Bank) advises that effective, Monday, 13 June 2022, all requests that require the Central Bank’s approval for foreign exchange approval must be submitted via email.

The Ministry of Finance will no longer be an authorized agent to approve foreign exchange requests. Applications must be submitted to the Central Bank via email to currenttransactions@centralbank.org.bz Electronic forms are available for download at: https://www.centralbank.org.bz/financial-system/exchange-control-approvals These changes are expected to facilitate the application process and centralize applicants’ data. The Central Bank remains committed to its role in regulating foreign exchange in Belize and easing the application process.

- ENDS Continued from page 13 14. Parcel No. 2427/1 Ontario Village, Cayo District:

17. Parcel No. 1294 Canal Street, Dangriga, Stann Creek District

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Society Hall

24

2427/1

(Being two buildings - Building ‘A’ concrete bungalow dwelling house [1083 sq. ft.] containing 3 bedrooms + bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen + porch; Building ‘B’ shop [222 sq. ft.] and lot [555.56 sq. yds.] situate at Ontario Village, Cayo District, the leasehold property of Mr. Humberto Patt).

E: Stann Creek District: Hope Creek Village; Hummingbird Community; Dangriga 15. Lot No. 132 Hope Creek Village, Stann Creek District:

ISSUED1388.89 BY: square yards being Lot No. 132 situate ALL THAT piece or parcel of land containing in Hope Creek Village, Stann Creek District TOGETHER with all buildings and erections THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR standing and being thereon. (Being a 2-storey concrete/timber dwelling house [1,001 sq. ft.]

CENTRAL containing Ground Floor: 2 bedroomsBANK + living OF roomBELIZE + kitchen; First Floor 2 bedrooms + 1 bathroom apartment and lot [1388.89 square yards] situate in Hope Creek Village, Stann 16. Lot No. 54 Hummingbird Community, Stann Creek District:

ALL THAT piece or parcel of land containing 785.259 square meters being Lot No. 54 situate in the Hummingbird Community Village, near Mile 25 Hummingbird Highway, Stann Creek District TOGETHER with all buildings and erections standing and being thereon. (Being an elevated timber dwelling house [751 sq. ft.] containing 2 bedrooms + 1 bathroom + living/dining/kitchen + storeroom TOGETHER with lot [785.259 S.M.] situate in the Hummingbird Community Village, Mile 25 Hummingbird Highway, Stann Creek District, the freehold property of Mr. Armando Coye)

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Dangriga South

31

1294

(Being two storey concrete dwelling house [3,185 sq. ft.] containing Ground Floor - 3 Bedrooms Apartment; First Floor – 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom Apartment TOGETHER with Lot [512 sq. yds.] situate at Parcel No. 1294 Canal Street, Dangriga, Stann Creek District, the freehold property of Ms. Gretel Mariano) F: Toledo District: Big Falls/Golden Stream; Punta Gorda Town 18. Parcel No. 577 San Miguel Village, Big Falls/Golden Stream Area, Toldeo District

1 GABOUREL LANE. BELIZE CITY,BLOCK BELIZE PARCEL REGISTRATION SECTION T: +501 223 Big Fall/Golden Stream 42 6194 577 E: communications@centralbank.org.bz (Being a two-storey concrete dwelling house [1743 sq. ft.] containing Ground Floor: 3 Open

Areas + Kitchen; First Floor: 3 bedrooms + 1 bathroom + living/dining/kitchen + porch [421 sq. ft.] + covered shed [280 sq. ft.] and lot 2,642.62 S.Y. or 0.546 acres] situate in San Miguel Village in the Big Falls/Golden Stream Area, Toledo District, the freehold property of Mr. Mariano Kus).

“FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & PHOTOGRAPHS PLEASE VISIT WEBSITE”

TERMS: STRICTLY CASH KEVIN A. CASTILLO TELEPHONE: 223 4488 Email: kevinacas@yahoo.com Face Book: Belize Auctions

29 MAY

15

THE BELIZE TIMES

2022

PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: PROPERTIES & VEHICLES Countrywide

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees, The Belize Bank Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. Castillo and Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions. com the below described properties and vehicles. Sales currently running until 30th June 2022 with expiration dates and times appearing on the website.

N.B. Properties and vehicles will remain on this website with bi-weekly sales until conclusion.

1. Bacab Eco Park, Ridge Lagoon Residential Estate, Burrell Boom Road, Belize District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Ladyville/Lord’s Bank

16

64

The freehold property of Mr. Francis Smith & Maria Smith/Messrs. BACAB Eco - Park 2. Parcels Nos. 4278 & 4279 Teakettle Village, Cayo District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Ladyville/Lord’s Bank

16

6969

The freehold property of Ms. Stella Marie Rudon

3. Parcels Nos. 4278 & 4279 Teakettle Village, Cayo District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Society Hall

24

4278 & 4279

The freehold properties of Ms. Mishell McKenzie 4. Parcel No. 2125 Breadnut Street, Belama Phase 2, Belize City, Belize District:

12. Parcel No. 410 Seine Bight Village, Placencia Peninsula, Stann Creek District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Placenia North

36

410

The freehold property of Mr. Kent Roland Francis and Ms. Silvana Andrea Garcia 13. Parcel No. 2275 Seine Bight Village, Placencia Peninsula, Stann Creek District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Placenia North

36

2275

The freehold property of Mr. Lammey Alvarez.

14. Parcel No. 1710 Mahogany Street, Punta Gorda Town, Toledo District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Punta Gorda

4

1710

The freehold property of Ms. Elizabeth Borland.

15. No. 315 San Estevan Village, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Caribbean Shores

16

2125

San Estevan

1

315

The freehold property of Mr. Arleigh Gough & Ms. Olga Urbina

The freehold property of Mr. Augusto Angel Blanco.

16. Parcel No. 1523 Seine Bight Village, Placencia Peninsula, Stann Creek District:

5. Parcel No. 2871 first subdivision south of Airstrip, western side of Placencia Road, Placencia Village, Stann Creek District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Placencia North

36

2871

The freehold property of Mr. Sidney Lopez & Ms. Valarie Godoy 6. 147.228 Acres, San Marcos Agricultural Area, Toledo District:

ALL THAT piece or parcel of land being 147.228 acres situate in the San Marcos Agricultural Area, Toledo District. Freehold properties of Mr. Marcial Mess.

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Placencia North

36

1523

The freehold property of Ms. Sherlette Augustine.

17. Parcel No. 4111 Blue Bird Street, Alta Mira, Corozal District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

Corozal North

4

PARCEL 4111

The freehold property of Mr. Raleigh Rivas and Ms. Olga Rivas 18. Parcel No. 1142 Phillip Goldson Highway, San Jose Palmar, Orange Walk District:

7. Parcel No. 2911 Cedar Street, Santiago Juan Layout, San Ignacio, Cayo District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

San Ignacio North

23

2911

The freehold property of Ms. Adelita Zaiden.

8.Lot No. 400 Savannah Road, Independence Village, Stann Creek District:

ALL THAT piece or parcel of land being Lot No. 400 situate along Savannah Road, Independence Village, Stann Creek District TOGETHER with all buildings and erections standing and being thereon. The freehold property of Ms. Maria J. Rodriguez) 0. Parcel No. 418 Corner 3rd Avenue & 5th Street North, Corozal Town, Corozal District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Corozal Central

4

418

The freehold property of Mrs. Guadalupe & Mr. Edmund Longsworth 10. Parcel No. 461 George Price Highway, Unitedville, Cayo District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Society Hall

24

461

The freehold property of Mr. Ulric L. Willoughby.

11. Lot No. 59A Pomona Village Extension, Stann Creek District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

San Jose Palmar

4

1142

The freehold property of Ms. Marisa Perera & Mr. Carlos Perera 19. Parcel No. 2708 Phillip Goldson Highway, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Orange Walk Town

4

2708

The freehold property of Mr. Gustavo Gongora & Ms. Rubicela Mai 20. Parcel No. 2492 Oak Street, Halls Layout, Corozal Town, Corozal District :

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Corozal North

1

2492

The freehold property of Mr. Yasin Shoman & Ms. Ruth Shoman 21. Parcel No. 158 Sunset Park, 8 ½ Miles George Price Hwy, Western Paradise, Belize District:

ALL THAT piece or parcel of land being Lot No. 158 containing 1,013.39 S.M. situate at Mile 8.5 Northern Side of Hector Creek Road, Western Highway, Belize District of Belize, the freehold property of Mr. Lawrence Ellis and Mrs. Kimberly Ellis)

22. Parcel No. 2842 first subdivision south of Placencia Airstrip, Placencia Village, Stann Creek District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Placencia North

36

2842

The freehold property of Mr. Ajinder Singh Garcha

Lot No. 59A, comprising 696.567 square metres situate in Pomona Village Extension, Stann Creek District, Belize. Freehold property of Mr. Thurman Williams.

Continued on page 16

16

29 MAY

THE BELIZE TIMES REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

The US Government-funded Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) has selected Belize as one of only two countries in the world for a five-year government to government grant to fund a program aimed at reducing poverty and stimulating economic growth.

The Government of Belize (GOB) through the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment, intends to contract a team of individual consultants to form a MCC Compact Development Team in Belize that will work together with a U.S.-based MCC Team to conduct a diagnosis of the constraints to economic growth, prepare concept notes, develop project proposals, and plan for project implementation.

The Belize Compact Development Team will be led by a National Coordinator who will lead these efforts and process by manag-

ing the detailed day-to-day work of the specialized staff of the Compact Development Team and by engaging the key stakeholders across government ministries and agencies, the business community and civil society organizations. The Program Coordinator is expected to be a full time equivalent, working closely with the US based MCC Leader and Team to ensure that the project outputs of the Belize Compact Team are well planned, implemented and presented throughput the entire compact development process, i.e., Constraint Analysis, Concept Notes, Concept Projects, program logic, and project designs.

2022

Continued from page 15 23. Parcels Nos. 639 &640 San Estevan, Orange Walk District:

Remuneration: Competitive salary and benefits are offered, commensurate with academic level, work experience and other relevant strengths of the winning candidate.

Kindly follow the below link for further details. https://med.gov.bz/ Interested candidates are requested to submit ONE PDF File that shall include: a) Letter of Interest indicating the post being applied for; b) the curriculum vitae, c) copies of university degrees, and d) the names of 3 references.

BLOCK

PARCEL

San Estevan

1

639 & 640

The freehold property of Mr. Manuel Jesus Blanco and Mr. Agusto Blanco) 24. Parcel No. 853 San Jose Drive, San Jose Palmar, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

San Jose Palmar

4

PARCEL 853

The freehold property of Mr. Freddy Orlando Tun 25. Parcel No. 16/1 San Estevan Village, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

San Estevan

4

16/1

The leasehold property of Ms. Irma Olivera 26. Parcel No. 244 Caledonia Village, Corozal District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

Caledonia Village

1

PARCEL 244

The freehold property of Messrs. Chico’s Company Limited 27. Parcels Nos. 21, 42 & 280 Libertad Registration Section, Corozal District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Libertad

1

21, 42 & 280

The freehold properties of Mr. Leonard Folgarait 28. 200.35 Acres Eastern Side Southern Lagoon, Manatee Area, Belize District:

ALL THAT piece or parcel of land containing 200.35 acres situate along the eastern side of Southern Lagoon and 3 ¼ miles north of Gales Point, Manatee Village, Belize District, Belize, the freehold property of Mr. Arnaldo Pena.

29. Lot No. 13 Santa Cruz Village, Stann Creek District:

All that piece of land containing 836.013 square meters being Lot No. 13 situate in Santa Cruz Village, Stann Creek District TOGETHER with all buildings and erections standing and being thereon. The freehold property of Mr. Jose O. Raudaules & Ms. Rixy G. Ramirez

Vacant Post

1. Program Coordinator

REGISTRATION SECTION

30. Parcels 1682, 1683 and 1684 Linda Vista Estate, off George Price Highway, Belize City, Belize:

REGISTRATION SECTION St. Martin de Porres West

BLOCK

PARCEL

45

1682, 1683 & 1684

The freehold property of Mrs. Marissa Sosa & Mr. Godfrey Sosa.

31. No. 1 Cor. Talawalla & Edwin Park Streets, Lord’s Bank Village, Belize District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Ladyville/Lords Ban

16

3806

The freehold property of Mr. Kevin Enriquez & Mrs. Andrea Enriquez.

VEHICLES:

Subsequently the top 3 applicants for the post will be interviewed.

Deadline for application is 31 May 2022 at 4:00pm. Application can be sent via email to: econdev@med.gov.bz or hand delivered to the address indicated below: Chief Executive Officer Ministry of Economic Development Sir Edney Cain Building Ground Floor, Right Wing Belmopan City, Belize C.A. Any request for clarification should be sent via email to econdev@med. gov.bz no later than 23 May 2022. Responses will be provided within three days.

2019 Geat Wall Wingle 5

1999 MCI 1 Door Bus

1999 Blue Bird Bus

“FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & PHOTOGRAPHS PLEASE VISIT WEBSITE” TERMS: STRICTLY CASH KEVIN A. CASTILLO TELEPHONE 223-4488 Website: belizepropertyauctions.com E-mail: kevinacas@yahoo.com Face Book: Belize Auctions

29 MAY

17

THE BELIZE TIMES

2022

VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS 2022 BT Schedule Format by District Nomination Dates Included

VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS 2022

VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS 2022

BT SCHEDULE FORMAT by DISTRICT

BT SCHEDULE FORMAT by DISTRICT

COROZAL on May 29

VILLAGES

ELECTION VENUES

Concepcion San Victor Yo Chen Chunox Progresso Copper Bank Patchakan Sarteneja Xaibe

**RC School **RC School Uncontested **RC School Uncontested *RC School **RC School **RC School **RC School

ALL Polls Open at 9 a.m.

CLOSE: No asterisk 1:00 p.m. * 3:00 p.m. | ** 5:00 p.m.

ORANGE WALK on May 29

San Luis Douglas San Pablo San Jose

RC School *Our Lady of Fatima RC School **Comm. Gov’t School **Gov’t. School

La Democracia Gracie Rock Biscayne Gardenia Crooked Tree

Uncontested Comm. Center *Gov’t. School Uncontested * Gov’t. School

Yalbac La Gracia Los Tambos Duck Run III

Comm. Center for Chair only Uncontested Uncontested Uncontested

BELIZE on May 29

CAYO on May 29

STANN CREEK on May 29

No Elections this Weekend; Georgetown Nominations only

TOLEDO on May 29

Corazon Creek Dolores Otoxha San Lucas Monkey River Punta Negra

Corazon Creek Technical High Uncontested Uncontested Uncontested Uncontested Cuthbert Gov’t. School

ALL Nominations Open 9:00 a.m. and close at midday

COROZAL on June 5 Nominations on Sunday May 29 St. Francis Xavier R.C School

VILLAGES

ELECTION VENUES

Cristo Rey San Narciso Buena Vista

**RC School **RC School *RC School

ALL Polls Open at 9 a.m.

CLOSE: No asterisk 1:00 p.m. * 3:00 p.m. | ** 5:00 p.m.

ORANGE WALK on June 5 Nominations on Sunday May 29 Louisiana Government School

Chan Pine Ridge*

Gov’t. School

BELIZE on June 5

Nominations on Sunday May 29 Edward P. York High School

Gales Point Freetown Sibun Burrell Boom St. Paul’s Bank Willows Bank

Comm. Center Comm. Center Compound (Tent) **St. Therese RC School Comm. Center Comm. Center

CAYO on June 5

Nominations on Sunday May 29 Belmopan Comprehensive High School

Teakettle Ontario

**St. Edmund Campion RC School *Ontario Christian School

San Marcos Selena

Gov’t. School Gov’t. School

Nominations on Sunday May 29 Santa Elena Primary RC School

STANN CREEK on June 5 Nominations on Sunday May 29 Stann Creek Ecumenical High School

Georgetown *

Richard Quinn RC School

TOLEDO on June 5 Nominations on Sunday May 29 Toledo Community College

Cattle Landing Eldridgeville Forest Home Santa Ana Bladen (CC) Bella Vista Trio San Pablo

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*St. Phillip RC School *Comm. Center *Comm. Center Comm. Center Fabian Cayetano RC School **Our Lady of Bella Vista RC School *Gov't School St. Paul RC School

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Ministry of the Public Service Addresses Customer Experience In an effort to ensure that all ministries and departments provide a consistently excellent experience to the public, the Ministry of the Public Service, Constitutional and Political Reform and Religious Affairs will be conducting a Customer Experience Survey. This initiative will focus on the voice of the customer by gathering feedback, identifying their needs, and incorporating those changes across operations as well as adapting quality controls for continuous monitoring and keeping customers at the heart of government services.

Muslar Saunders Consultancy and Services has been engaged to work along with the Customer Service Quality Assurance Unit within the ministry and will be calling random customers. The ministry is asking for the cooperation of all who receive calls to share their honest feedback on the performance of ministries and departments.

This initiative commenced on May 23, 2022, and continue for six weeks. The Ministry of the Public Service, Constitutional and Political Reform and Religious Affairs seeks to ensure that all ministries and departments provide the best experience for all.

Remarketing of the Employee Assistance Programme

May 16, 2022 - The month of May marks the celebration of World Mental Health Day. This year, it is celebrated under the theme, “Mental Health for all.

Greater investment - Greater Access.

Everyone, everywhere.” To this end, the Ministry of Public Service, Constitutional and Political Reform, and Religious Affairs announces the remarketing of its Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

The objectives of remarketing the EAP include but are not limited to: • Increasing service utilization by public officers and maintaining visibility of the EAP and its presence throughout the wider public service; • Increasing public officers’ knowledge and awareness of the EAP and its services available; • Improving, redefining and enhancing the relationship between the EAP and public officers; and • Reducing the existing stigma and discrimination within the wider public service as it relates to seeking help for mental health challenges.

The EAP remains diligent and is a confidential and professional counselling service for employees whose work performance and overall well-being are affected by environmental stressors.

The Ministry of Public Service recognizes and continues to support the tenet that its public officers represent its most important and valuable resource. Therefore, the ministry, through its Employee Assistance Programme, will continue to assist public officers in striving to be happier, more confident and more productive.

The Public Service remains steadfast in its commitment to breaking the stigma of mental illness within the workforce and creating an environment and culture of acceptance and respect.

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GOVERNMENT OF BELIZE MINISTRY OF FINANCE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND INVESTMENT REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CONSULTANCY FOR AN OFFICE CLEANER FOR THE BELIZE INTEGRAL SECURITY PROGRAMME (BISP) Nº CABEI-CS-002-2147/2022

MAY 27TH, 2022 BACKGROUND

The Government of Belize (GOB) is implementing a security programme with the overall objective to contribute to improving the quality of life of Belizeans and to support regional efforts that seek to combat crime. The key goal of the Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP) is to strengthen citizen security by providing support to those institutions directly engaged in maintaining national security. The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI), as part of the services it provides to its beneficiary member countries, is providing the total financing for the procurement of a consultant to fill the role of Procurement Officer in the framework of the Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP).

The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment will be responsible for the execution of theProgramme and all its components, reporting all progress to CABEI and ensuring the execution of each component under the terms established for CABEI formulation and approval.

The execution of BISP components will be carried out by the Co-Executors: Belize Police Department, Belize Defence Force, Belize Coast Guard and National Forensic Science Services.

The General Objectives of the consultancy to be contracted is to provide general cleaning services for the office of the Programme Executing Unit.

The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment now invites interested consultants to present their expressions of interest along with their respective resume to participate in the selection process for the consultancy of an Office Cleaner with the Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP).

SCOPE OF WORK The Office Cleaner will be responsible to maintain the cleanliness and orderly conditions of all office spaces. In doing so the Office Cleaner must comply with the following functions: • • • • •

Cleaning of the office spaces, conference room, restrooms, storeroom, kitchen, and dusting and polishing of its furniture and cleaning of equipment and appliances Disposal of office and kitchen garbage Notify management of occurring defects or needs for repairs to equipment and/or appliances Secure facilities after operating hours by locking doors, closing windows, turning off light and Air condition units Perform any other duties assigned from time to time

SUPERVISION AND REPORTING The Office Cleaner will work under the general guidance of the Administrative Assistant and report directly to the Administrative Assistant and the Project Coordinator. The position will be based at the Project Executing Unit’s office located at #1904 Constitution Drive, 2nd floor, Unit#3, Belmopan City.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The consultant must submit documentation to support experience and academic qualifications •

Minimum of a Primary School Certificate

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At least two (2) years’ experience in providing cleaning services in a professional organizational setting

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Have a “clean” police record

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In possession of a Social Security Card that is valid for employment in Belize

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Fluent in English

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At least one (1) letter of reference from previous employer

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Resume

TERMS The Office Cleaner will be selected by a competitive process in accordance with the Policy for the Procurement of Goods, Works, Services and Consultancies with CABEI resources and its Norms for Application (DI-52/2020 / PRE-40/2021). The duration of the consultancy is for 27 months. The post will be for one year, in the first instance, subject to an annual review and evaluation, Salary will be commensurate with the requirements of the post and the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Interested eligible Consultants may obtain further information and a complete Terms of Reference from the Programme Execution Unit of the BISP. Requests should be addressed to projectcoordinator.bisp@med.gov.bz during office hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. local time from Monday to Friday; or you can visit the Ministry of Economic Development’s webpage, www.med.gov.bz to download the Terms of Reference. Additionally, the consultancy announcement can be found on the Belize Procurement Notice Board’s webpage https://blz-cppnb.caricom.org/epps/home.do Further information can be received by calling: 822-0156 Deadline for submission of Expressions of Interest is Wednesday June 22nd, 2022. Expressions of interest along with Resume and supporting documentation (Diplomas, Certificates, Reference, etc.), must be sent via electronic mail (email) to projectcoordinator.bisp@med.gov.bz and copied to procurementofficer.bisp@med.gov.bz with subject heading: Ref: Nº CABEI-CS-002-2147/2022 Office Cleaner or via direct mail or hand delivered to the address indicated below by 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday June 22nd, 2022.

Project Coordinator Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP) 1904 Constitution Drive, 2nd Floor, Unite #3 Belmopan City, Belize C.A. Ref: Nº CABEI-CS-002-2147/2022 Office Cleaner LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

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AMENDMENT No. 1 NATIONAL PUBLIC BIDDING PROCESS Nº CABEI-G-003-2147/2022 Belize Defense Force (Communication Equipment)

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To be read from now on

Introduction (Extension of Deadline Submission) Specific Procurement Notice 3.3 Presentation of the Procurement Process

Bids for this invitation to bid shall be 3.3 Bids for this invitation to bid shall be received no later than Wednesday Presentation received no later than Wednesday June 1st, 2022, until 9:00 a.m. at the of the June 15th, 2022, until 9:00 a.m. at the following physical address below.

Procurement following physical address below.

Process Section II. Bidding Data (BD)

Section II Bidding Data 9.1

The deadline for consultations and clarifications is as follows: a. Clarifications must be sought no later than Monday May 16th, 2022.

Section II

The deadline for consultations and clarifications is as follows:

Bidding Data

a. Clarifications must be sought no later than Monday June 6th, 2022.

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b. The Buyer shall respond to the queries of the bidders for the preparation of their bids no later than Friday May 20th, 2022.

b. The Buyer shall respond to the queries of the bidders for the preparation of their bids no later than Friday June 10th, 2022.

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Bids must be received no Section II later than Wednesday June 1st, 2022, Bidding Data Bidding Data by 9:00 a.m. at the address detailed in BD 23.2 (b) 24.1 24.1

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Bids must be received no later than Wednesday June 15th, by 9:00 a.m. at the address detailed in BD 23.2 (b)

The deadline for the b. preparation of bids will be 30 days.

The deadline for the b. preparation of bids will be 45 days.

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AMENDMENT No. 1 NATIONAL PUBLIC BIDDING PROCESS Nº CABEI-G-004-2147/2022 Belize Defense Force (Office Equipment)

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Introduction (Extension of Deadline Submission) Specific Procurement Notice 3.3 Presentation of the Procurement Process

Bids for this invitation to bid shall be 3.3 Bids for this invitation to bid shall be received no later than Tuesday May Presentation received no later than Thursday June of the 31st, 2022, until 9:00 a.m. at the 16th, 2022, until 10:00 a.m. at the Procurement following physical address below. following physical address below.

Process Section II. Bidding Data (BD)

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The deadline for consultations and clarifications is as follows: a. Clarifications must be sought no later than Monday May 16th, 2022.

Section II Bidding Data 9.1

The deadline for consultations and clarifications is as follows: a. Clarifications must be sought no later than Monday June 6th, 2022.

b. The Buyer shall respond to the queries of the bidders for the preparation of their bids no later than Friday May 20th, 2022.

b. The Buyer shall respond to the queries of the bidders for the preparation of their bids no later than Friday June 10th, 2022.

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Bids must be received no Section II later than Tuesday May 31st, 2022, by Bidding Data Bidding Data 9:00 a.m. at the address detailed in BD 23.2 (b) 24.1 24.1

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Bids must be received no later than Thursday June 16th, by 10:00 a.m. at the address detailed in BD 23.2 (b)

The deadline for the b. preparation of bids will be 30 days.

The deadline for the b. preparation of bids will be 46 days.

Section II

Specific Procurement Notice Six (6), 4x4 Diesel Pickup Trucks Nº CABEI-G-005-2147/2022 One Stage-One Envelope May 27, 2022.

1. SOURCE OF RESOURCES The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI), as part of the services it provides to its beneficiary partner countries, is granting total funding for the Procurement of Six (6) 4x4 Diesel Pickup Trucks for the Belize Police Department within the framework of the Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP).

2. EXECUTING AGENCY AND BUYER OF THE BIDDING PROCESS 2.1 Buyer’s background The Executing Body (EB) for the BISP is the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment. The Ministry of Economic Development will be responsible for the execution of the Programme and all its components, reporting all progress to CABEI and ensure the execution of each component under the terms established for CABEI formulation and approval. The execution of BISP components will be carried out by the Co-Executors: Belize Police Department, Belize Defense Force, Belize Coast Guard and National Forensic Science Services.

2.2 The Ministry of Economic Development is responsible for the present Procurement process for which it invites suppliers of goods and services to submit bids for this procurement in a sealed envelope.

2.3 The Supplier will be selected and awarded in accordance with the procedures of the Central American Bank for Economic Integration as established in the Procurement Policy for Procurement of Goods, Works, Services and Consultancies with CABEI resources and its Regulations, (DI-52/2020 and PRE-40/2021) which can be found on the following web site: https://www.bcie.org.

3. PRESENTATION OF THE PROCUREMENT PROCESS 3.1 General Objectives of the Procurement: acquisition of 6 (six) 4x4 Diesel Pickup Trucks for the Belize Police Department.

3.2 The Buyer makes available to interested parties all the documentation related to this Procurement necessary for the preparation of bids.

Such information will be available free of charge: a. For download on the Ministry of Economic Development’s Website: www.med.gov.bz/bisp-tenders and the Ministry of Finance’s Procurement Portal https://blz-cppnb.caricom.org/epps/ home.do. b. Additional information regarding the preparation of proposals can be communicated by emailed to: procurementofficer.bisp@ med.gov.bz and copied to projectcoordinator.bisp@med.gov.bz or by calling telephone number: 822-0156 Any cost to obtain the documents are Non-Refundable. The nominal charge amounts needed are to cover printing and shipping costs.

3.3 Bids for this invitation to bid shall be received no later than Monday June 20th, 2022, until 9:00 a.m. at the following physical address below: 3.4 Bids must be sent to the address below and bids will not be permitted in electronic form. No late bids will be accepted. Bids shall be opened publicly, in the presence of the representatives designated by the Bidder, at the address listed below, on Monday June 20th, at 9:15 a.m.

3.5 All Bids must be accompanied by a “Bid Maintenance Declaration”.

3.6 The address referred to above is: Project Coordinator Belize Integral Security Programme #1904 Constitution Drive, 2nd Floor, Unit 3 Belmopan City, Cayo District Belize, Central America

Ref: Procurement of 6, 4x4 Diesel Pickup Trucks (BISP) - Nº CABEI-G-005-2147/2022)

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THINK ABOUT IT UDP LOSING THE VILLAGE ELECTIONS The Undemocratic Disunited Party, aka UDP, keeps losing the Village Council elections.

When we say losing, we meaning losing bad, real bad.

At 20th May the PUP had won 35 Villages, Independent candidates took 4 Villages and the disgraceful UDP got only 3 Villages.

On Sunday 22nd May the PUP picked up a further 17 Villages the UDP got 5 Villages and Independents got 2.

The embarrassing poor results for the UDP had their hand-picked Leader manipulating the results and lying that several Villages which went Independent should count as UDP results. Shame Mr. New Leader.

What’s worse is that the terrible rejecting of the UDP continues since their shellacking in November 2020 when they got only 5 out of 31 constituencies. That 5 is down to 3 as a certain Sista has shown only scorn by never attending meetings of the House of Representative. And ousted leader Faber hasn’t completed his anger-management, wife beating therapy sessions.

The democracy in Belize has been severely weakened by the talentless leaders at the helm of their floundering ship.

There is no wind in their sail. Not one single idea or solution to the country’s problems have been suggested. They have been reduced to bickering, petty fault finders and making noise with no substance.

So sad.

Belizeans deserve better.

TWO WOMEN FORCED TO SLEEP ON CEMENT FLOOR Two women had a misunderstanding. They exchanged words in their anger. They exchanged blows. The police got involved.

They were taken to the Queen Street Police Station on Thursday 19th May 2022. At the station, a police hit one of the women, she got frightened, panicked and ran, an extra charge of escape.

The two women were forced to stay at the station, overnight. They were forced to sleep on the dirty cement floor. They spent all day Friday by 3:00 p.m. the Magistrate Court closed.

Friday night after 9:00 p.m. one of the women got station bail. It is not clear if the other female was forced to sleep another night on the cement floor in a dirty cell.

Here we are, women month. And shucks how nothing has changed.

Why must our people be subjected to these unnecessary and chancy treatment?

In the case of another female who was detained for two days, two nights and not charged, she says when she went to recover her cell phone, the police were going through her phone and giggling and making comments.

Mein! Don’t Senior Police know by now that is a gross violation of a person’s right to her or his privacy. Only a Court Order can allow the relevant police to search a suspect’s private phone.

Mein! What’s going.

STOP RAPING AND KILLING THE FOREST Nine truck loads on the Philip Goldson Highway. All carrying monster logs at different times, but all in the course of from 9:00 to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday 24th May. Almost all these logs were heading to Belize City or Belize District from the Northern Districts.

What an awesome sights these logs in their unnaked sight in jungle must have been. Alas, no more. Like the 108 years old lady who left this earth last week, her history, her experiences, her life, gone unrecorded. Lost forever.

SI U LATA ALLIGATA “See you later, alligator” “After a while, crocodile” “Rock and roll” Those were part of the lyrics to a song played way back, before and after Hurricane Hattie. Our country was a colony of the British and songs were played over and over and over on the only radio station under British control before we got self-government.

Anyhow, in the last few weeks there were reports of a gator attack on Caye Caulker when Joshua Young was diving spear/fishing north of the popular “Split” area. Joshua lost his dreadlocks and took a big scrape on his head.

He is lucky to be alive.

On 20th May, 2022 Love FM reported that Sherett Young’s son, 17 years of age, took a bite on his foot while climbing out of the river in scenic Lemonal Village. He apparently stepped on an alligator.

The media did not check if Joshua Young and Sherett Young are relatives.

That would be some coincidence.

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need to be mindful of how we invade their homes and their spaces.

In Belize, we keep referring to these awesome reptiles as alligators. They are actually crocodiles. Alligators are far more aggressive than crocs.

Their salt water versions seem to be bigger crocodiles. And please remember, the same almighty God that made us, made all these creatures.

COVID IS CREEPING BACK UP The dreaded coronavirus in its different forms has not gone away. It changes and morphs into its own variants.

Belizeans especially very young are starting to be afflicted with the latest strain…

Solution, we must remain vigilant. No crowding without masks, sanitize and always be safe.

And then Monkey Pox has started to affect white people. They eat so much junk and are so unhealthy that every little virus is knocking them down.

A STEP FORWARD The Supreme Court has published a Practice Direction. It is to be found in the …May issue of the Government Gazette.

It is an excellent initiative from the Chief Justice and Judge Moore and Judge Cumberbatch with inputs from the other Judges.

What it does is for the first time, sets out guidelines for Prosecutors, Defense Attorneys, the Courts and Defendants.

Should a Defendant wish to change his plea, or plead guilty to a lesser offence and before doing so he or she wishes to have an idea as to what range of sentence is likely to be imposed.

There is some uncertainty among attorneys practicing in the criminal jurisdiction of the Supreme Court regarding the interpretation of section 3.4 which speaks to “A sentence indication should be confined to the maximum sentence to be imposed if a plea of guilty were tendered at the stage of the proceedings at which the indication was sought. The Judge should not indicate the maximum possible sentence following conviction after trial.”

This Practice Direction which has not yet been given a number, e.g. No. 2 of 2022, serves several very useful purpose.

One which readily comes to mind is where a person wishes to change his plea and does so, and is sentenced to prison for a period.

Later on, he cannot start b$%^$# that his lawyer did it without his agreement or that he was expecting a shorter jail time or whatever. There is now a Form which signs after careful consideration and after getting as much advice including “advice” from the legion of bush lawyers who share adjourning cells in Her Majesty’s much neglected prison.

But although the Court ordered the release of Mr. Hillaire Sears, they failed, miserably, in not ordering the authorities to pay financial compensation Good move by the Chief justice.

MEXICO DONE COME THROUGH FOR US The President of Mexico done do what he said he would do and he has removed the 15 percent of tax on all agricultural products Belize wish and would like to export to Mexico.

As we mentioned two weeks ago, this is a massive opportunity for Belizeans to move from struggling farmers to big time upliftment.

Our agriculture hero, Minister Jose Abelardo Mai, don’t need to make anything or drink top shelf to get high. Right now, he visions all type of doors opening for Belizeans. He done win reelection. He sent us a WhatsApp. We thought it was him dancing a rumba/salsa. It was a shy, quiet Mennonite with straw hat and signature braces. Our Mennonite brothers and sisters putting down seeds and plants. The almighty has answered their prayers—an open door to agricultural paradise.

Instead of trying to take a piece of our land, Guatemala should take shame and do what the great Mexican President has done for poor, tiny, struggling Belize.

A certain lady with Caribbean roots needs to read President OMLA-Manuel Lopez Obrador’s book and push her President to do likewise for her Caribbean brothers and sisters. ¡Viva Mexico! ¡Viva OMLA! HALF A JUSTICE We are all grateful to attorneys Lesly Mendez and Hector Guerra for championing the rights of a prisoner.

They did so at the Caribbean Court of Justice. Unfortunately, they obtained only half of Justice. But that half is a good start.

A prisoner having spent ten years in jail was granted parole. While on parole, he tested positive for marijuana. His parole was revoked and he was forced back into jail to serve a long time. It is possible the prison warden also put him in the “Hole” a punishment cell you wouldn’t want your day to sleep in.

Lawyers Mendez and Guerra challenged this arbitrary revocation of parole. They won. The parole board was wrong.

Space does not allow us to go into some relevant issues dealt with by our highest Court, perhaps next week.

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST MINISTRY OF FINANCE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND INVESTMENT

ASSISTANT PROJECT ENGINEER CABEI-CS-001-2147/2022

BELIZE INTEGRAL SECURITY PROGRAMME (BISP) May 27th, 2022

The Assistant Project Engineer will work under the general guidance and report directly to the Project Engineer and the Project Coordinator. The post will be based at the Office of the Project Executing Unit in Belmopan.

Background The Government of Belize (GOB) is implementing a security programme with the overall objective to contribute to improving the quality of life of Belizeans and to support regional efforts that seek to combat crime. The key goal of the Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP) is to strengthen citizen security by providing support to those institutions directly engaged in maintaining national security.

4. Academic Qualifications: The consultant must submit documentation to support experience and academic qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering or Architecture; Or Master’s degree in Civil/Construction/Structural Engineering or Architecture.

The BISP will allow for the improvement of infrastructure and the provision of equipment for the Belize Defence Force (BDF), Belize Police Department (BPD), Belize Coast Guard (BCG) and the National Forensic Sciences Service (NFSS).

Infrastructure works will include new construction as well as refurbishment and improvement of existing buildings. Surveillance and monitoring, mobilization, and specialized technical equipment will also be supplied to these institutions.

● Minimum of three (3) years professional working experience

in position as an assistant supervisor of works of similar concrete buildings or of similar complexity done in Belize, Central American countries or the Caribbean.

● Minimum of three (3) years previous working experience in the

The BISP is financed by the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) through a loan facility with complementary input activities funded by the GOB. The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment (MFEDI) is the executing body (EB) for the programme with policy direction and oversight provided by a program steering committee (PSC) comprised of representatives from the Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Economic Development, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of National Defence and Border Security, Ministry of Home Affairs and New Growth Industries, and Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing. Execution direction and technical oversight will be provided by a program technical committee (PTC) comprised of representatives from co-executing entities: BDF, BPD, BCG and NFSS. Operational and administrative support for the BISP is being provided by a programme executing unit (PEU) to be established within the executing agency. An Assistant Project Engineer is required to support the Programme Executing Unit (PEU).

review and preparation of designs/drawings/Bill of Quantities for construction works; in the last three (3) calendar years (2019- 2021).

● Knowledge and skill in the use of MS Office, Microsoft Project will be considered an asset.

● Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with design and drafting Software (AutoCAD).

● Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. ● Ability to write and speak in Spanish. ● Reside in Belize during program execution and willingness to travel regularly to the project location.

5. Terms

1. Scope of Works 2. The Assistant Project Engineer will be responsible to assist the Project

Engineer in coordinating and supervising the execution of the technical components of the Programme.

The Assistant Project Engineer will be responsible for the duties & tasks listed below:

The Assistant Project Engineer will be selected by a competitive process in accordance with the Policy for the Procurement of Goods, Works, Services and Consultancies with CABEI resources and its Norms for Application (DI52/2020 / PRE-40/2021). The duration of the consultancy is for 27 months.

The post will be for one year, in the first instance, subject to an annual review and evaluation, Salary will be commensurate with the requirements of the post and the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

(a) Assist with the preparation and submission of the terms of

Interested eligible Consultants may obtain further information and a complete Terms of Reference from the Programme Executing Unit of the BISP. Requests should be addressed to projectcoordinator.bisp@med.gov.bz during office hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. local time from Monday to Friday; or you can visit the Ministry of Economic Development’s webpage, www.med.gov.bz to download the Terms of Reference. Additionally, the consultancy announcement can be found on the Belize Procurement Notice Board’s webpage https:// blzcppnb.caricom.org/epps/home.do. Further information can be received by calling phone number: 822-0156

(b) Assist with the management of the construction and/or reha-

Deadline for submission of Expressions of Interest is Tuesday June 21 st, 2022. Expressions of interest along with Resume and supporting documentation (Degrees, Certificates, etc.) must be sent via electronic mail (email) to projectcoordinator.bisp@med.gov.bz and copied to procurementofficer.bisp@ med.govbz or via direct mail or hand delivered to the address indicated below by 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday June 21 st, 2022.

references for: the recruitment of the pre-investment for the design of the infrastructure projects; equipment specifications; the recruitment of the engineer consultants and contractors. Assist with the verification of the lands where the infrastructure works will be built and with the suppliers, the verification of the characteristics of the works to be executed, rehabilitated, and supervised. Respond to inquiries that may arise from such visits. bilitation contracts for the infrastructure works and the purchase of equipment in coordination with the Co-Executors.

(c) Assist with the monitoring and evaluation of the effective

implementation of infrastructure projects and equipment with each Co- executor; to be done through field inspections to ensure compliance with the implementation schedule and terms of reference agreed upon in the respective contracts with the expected quality specifications and design, drawings, and pre-investment product.

(d)Support the evaluation processes required for the CABEI

Mid Term, Ex-Post Evaluations, monthly progress reports and perform any other duties that may be assigned.

3. Supervision and Reporting:

Project Coordinator Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP) 1904 Constitution Drive, 2nd Floor, Unit #3 Belmopan City, Belize C.A. Ref: CABEI-CS-001-2147/2022 Assistant Project Engineer LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!!

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Government of Belize

Government of Belize

Basic Needs Trust Fund Tenth Project (BNTF10)

Basic Needs Trust Fund Tenth Project (BNTF10)

Consultancy Services to Undertake Design Review and Supervision of Infrastructure Works Services for the Proposed Gales Point Government Preschool Substitution and Primary School Rehabilitation Sub-project, Gales Point, Belize District, Belize Request for Expressions of Interest The Government of Belize (GOBZ) has received financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) in an amount equivalent to US$5,031,000.00 towards implementing the BNTF10 Country Project and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds to eligible payments under a contract for which this invitation is issued. Payments by CDB will be made only at the request of GOBZ and upon approval by CDB, and will be subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement. The Financing Agreement prohibits withdrawal from the financing account for the purpose of any payment to persons or entities, or for any import of goods, if such payment or import, to the knowledge of CDB, is prohibited by a decision of the United Nations Security Council taken under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations.

No party other than GOBZ shall derive any rights from the Financing Agreement or have any claim to the proceeds of the Financing.

The Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF), the Executing Agency (EA), now wishes to procure consultancy services to undertake design review and supervision of infrastructure works services for the proposed Gales Point Government Preschool Substitution and Primary School Rehabilitation Sub-project, Gales Point, Belize District, Belize (Medium Sub-project).

The objective of the consultancy is to provide technical support to the EA during the implementation of the BNTF 10 Country Project. Consulting firms will be required to review existing designs and estimates; advise on scope and adequacy of sub-project intervention; and provide detailed revised designs, revised summary estimates, and revised priced activity schedules. The work must consider thematic areas such as gender and environmental assessments and shall seek to integrate disaster mitigation measures into revised designs. Consulting firms will also be required to provide technical inspection of construction works. The duration of the assignment is expected to be for a period of approximately twenty-four (24) months.

The BSIF now invites interested eligible consulting firms to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) indicating qualifications and experience required to provide these Consultancy Services.

Consultants shall be eligible to participate if: (a) in the case of the body corporate, it is legally incorporated or otherwise organized in an eligible country, has its principal place of business in an eligible country and is more than 50% beneficially owned by a citizen(s) and/or bona fide resident(s) of an eligible country(ies) or by a body(ies) corporate meeting these requirements; (b) in the case of unincorporated firms, the persons are citizens or bona fide residents of an eligible country; and (c) in all cases, the consultant has no arrangement and undertakes not to make any arrangements, whereby any substantial part of the net profits or other tangible benefits of the contract will accrue or be paid to a person not a citizen or bona fide resident of an eligible country.

Eligible countries are member countries of CDB. Consultants are advised to review the detailed eligibility criteria detailed in Section 4 and conflict of interest provisions in Section 5 of the Procurement Procedures for Projects Financed by CDB (January, 2021), as published on CDB’s website (caribank.org).

Eligible countries are member countries of CDB. Consultants are advised to review the detailed eligibility detailed Section 4 andconsideration conflict of interest Section 5 offirms’ the Procurement Procedures In thecriteria assessment of in submissions, will provisions be given toinconsulting technical comfor Projects Financed by CDB (January, 2021), as published on CDB’s website (caribank.org). petence, qualifications and experience in relation to providing detailed design and supervision services on assessment education of infrastructure as well regional experience, financial In the submissions, projects, consideration will as be local givenand to consulting firms’ technical competence, capability and existing commitments.

KeytoExperts will not bedesign evaluated at the shortlisting stage. qualifications and experience in relation providing detailed and supervision services on education infrastructure projects, as well as local and regional experience, financial capability and existing

Consultancy Services for the Design and Supervision of Infrastructure Works for the Proposed Santa Cruz Government Preschool and Primary School Substitution Sub-project, Santa Cruz Village, Orange Walk District, Belize

Request for Expressions of Interest The Government of Belize (GOBZ) has received financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) in an amount equivalent to US$5,031,000.00 towards implementing the BNTF10 Country Project and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds to eligible payments under a contract for which this invitation is issued. Payments by CDB will be made only at the request of GOBZ and upon approval by CDB, and will be subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement. The Financing Agreement prohibits withdrawal from the financing account for the purpose of any payment to persons or entities, or for any import of goods, if such payment or import, to the knowledge of CDB, is prohibited by a decision of the United Nations Security Council taken under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. No party other than GOBZ shall derive any rights from the Financing Agreement or have any claim to the proceeds of the Financing.

The Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF), the Executing Agency (EA), now wishes to procure consultancy services for the design and supervision of infrastructure works for the proposed Santa Cruz Government Preschool and Primary School Substitution Sub-project, Santa Cruz Village, Orange Walk District, Belize (Large Sub-project).

The objective of the consultancy is to provide technical support to the EA during the implementation of the BNTF10 Country Project. Consulting firms will be required to review existing designs and estimates (where available); advise on scope and adequacy of sub-project intervention; and provide detailed designs, summary estimates, and priced activity schedules.

The work must consider thematic areas such as gender and environmental assessments, and shall seek to integrate disaster mitigation measures into designs. Consulting firms will also be required to provide technical inspection of construction works. The duration of the assignment is expected to be for a period of approximately twenty-four (24) months.

The BSIF now invites interested eligible consulting firms to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) indicating qualifications and experience required to provide these Consultancy Services.

Consultants shall be eligible to participate if: (a) in the case of the body corporate, it is legally incorporated or otherwise organized in an eligible country, has its principal place of business in an eligible country and is more than 50% beneficially owned by a citizen(s) and/or bona fide resident(s) of an eligible country(ies) or by a body(ies) corporate meeting these requirements; (b) in the case of unincorporated firms, the persons are citizens or bona fide residents of an eligible country; and (c) in all cases, the consultant has no arrangement and undertakes not to make any arrangements, whereby any substantial part of the net profits or other tangible benefits of the contract will accrue or be paid to a person not a citizen or bona fide resident of an eligible country.

Eligible countries are member countries of CDB. Consultants are advised to review the detailed eligibility criteria detailed in Section 4 and conflict of interest provisions in Section 5 of the Procurement Procedures for Projects Financed by CDB (January, 2021), as published on CDB’s website (caribank.org).

In the Eligible assessment of submissions, consideration be given consulting firms’ technical countries are member countries of CDB. will Consultants areto advised to review the detailed eligibili criteria detailed in Section 4 and conflict ofininterest provisions in Section 5 of the Procurement Procedure competence, qualifications and experience relation to providing detailed design and superProjectson Financed

by CDB (January, 2021), as published website (caribank.org). visionfor services education infrastructure projects, as wellonasCDB’s local and regional experience, financial capability and existing commitments. Key Experts will not be evaluated at the In the assessment of submissions, consideration will be given to consulting firms’ technical competenc shortlisting stage. and experience in relation to providing detailed design and supervision services on educatio qualifications

All information must submitted in be English.

Further information may be obtained from the commitments.

KeybeExperts will not evaluated at the shortlisting stage. first address below between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (Belize Time), must be submitted in English. Further information may be obtained from the first address exceptAlloninformation Public Holidays.

infrastructuremust projects, as well asin local and regional experience, financial existin All information be submitted English.

Further information may becapability obtained and from commitments. Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage. the first address below between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (Belize Time),All except on Public Holidays. information must be submitted in English. Further information may be obtained from the first addre

The Expression Holidays. of Interest must be received electronically at the first (BSIF) and second (CDB) address below no later than 2:00 p.m. (Belize time) on Monday, June 20, 2022. The subject of Interest mustsubmission be receivedshall electronically at marked the first (BSIF) and second (CDB) address line ofThe theExpression email containing each be clearly “BNTF10 - Expressions below no later than 2:00 p.m. (Belize time) on Monday, June 20, 2022. The subject line of the email of Interest – Consultancy Services to Undertake Design Review and Supervision of Infracontaining each submission shall be clearly marked “BNTF10 - Expressions of Interest – Consultancy structure Works Services for the Proposed Gales Point Government Preschool Substitution Services to Undertake Design Review and Supervision of Infrastructure Works Services for the and Primary Rehabilitation project, Gales Point, Belize District, Belize”.

ProposedSchool Gales Point GovernmentSubPreschool Substitution and Primary School Rehabilitation Sub-

The Expression Holidays. of Interest must be received electronically at the first (BSIF) and second (CDB) address below no later than 2:00 p.m. (Belize time) on Monday, June 20, 2022. The subject of Interest must be receivedshall electronically the first “BNTF10 (BSIF) and second (CDB) addre line ofThe the Expression email containing each submission be clearlyatmarked - Expressions below–no later than 2:00 p.m. (Belize time) on Monday, June 20, 2022.

The subject line of the ema of Interest Consultancy Services for the Design and Supervision of Infrastructure Works containing each submission shall be clearly marked “BNTF10 Expressions of Interest – Consultanc for the Proposed Santa Cruz Government Preschool and Primary School Substitution Services to Undertake Design Review and Supervision of Infrastructure Works Services for th Sub-project, Village, Orange Walk District, Belize”.

ProposedSanta Gales Cruz Point Government Preschool Substitution and Primary School Rehabilitation Sub

below between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (Belize Time), except on Public

project, Gales Point, Belize District, Belize”.

Following the assessment of submissions, a short-list of not less than three (3) and not more than six (6)Following applicants be provided with fullaterms of reference submit technical thewill assessment of submissions, short-list of not less and thaninvited three (3)toand not more than six (6) and financial to undertake theterms assignment.

Following the submission of proposals, applicantsproposals will be provided with full of reference and invited to submit technical and financial a Consultant be selected by utilizingFollowing the Leastthe Cost Selectionof (LCS) method.

GOB reproposalsshall to undertake the assignment. submission proposals, a Consultant shall be by utilizing theorLeast Cost Selection (LCS) method.

GOB the reserves the right to accept or reject late servesselected the right to accept reject late applications or to cancel present invitation partially cancel or in itsfor entirety.

It will not beany bound to assign any or in applications its entirety.orIttowill notthe bepresent boundinvitation to assignpartially any reason not short-listing applicant reason not short-listing any applicant and applicant will not defray anypreparation costs incurred any applicant and will notfor defray any costs incurred by any in the andbysubmission ofin the preparation and submission of Expressions of Interest.

Expressions of Interest.

Addresses: 1. Senior Procurement Officer Belize Social Investment Fund 3rd Floor #1902 Constitution Drive Belmopan BELIZE Tel. (501) 822-0239; Fax. (501) 822-0279 Email: submissions@sifbelize.org

below between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (Belize Time), except on Publ

project, Point, Belize District, Belize”.

Following theGales assessment of submissions, a short-list of not less than three (3) and not more than six (6) applicants will be provided with full terms reference and submit Following the assessment of submissions, a short-list of notofless than three (3)invited and not to more than six (6 technical and financial proposals to full undertake assignment.

Following thetechnical submission applicants will be provided with terms ofthe reference and invited to submit and of financi proposals, a Consultant shall selected byFollowing utilizing the thesubmission Least CostofSelection method. proposals to undertake thebeassignment. proposals,(LCS) a Consultant shall b GOB reserves right to or reject late(LCS) applications or toreserves cancel the present invitation selected bythe utilizing theaccept Least Cost Selection method. GOB the right to accept or reject la partially or in itsorentirety. will not be boundpartially to assign any reason for notnot short-listing applications to cancelItthe present invitation or in its entirety.

It will be bound to any assign an applicant andforwill defray any incurred bynot anydefray applicant in the preparation sub- in th reason not not short-listing any costs applicant and will any costs incurred by any and applicant mission of Expressions of Interest. preparation and submission of Expressions of Interest.

Addresses:

2. Procurement Officer Caribbean Development Bank P.O. Box 408 Wildey St. Michael BARBADOS, W.I. Tel. (246) 539-1600 Email: procurement@caribank.org cc: omar.bispat@caribank.org

1. Senior Procurement Officer Belize Social Investment Fund 3rd Floor #1902 Constitution Drive Belmopan BELIZE Tel. (501) 822-0239; Fax. (501) 822-0279 Email: submissions@sifbelize.org

2. Procurement Officer Caribbean Development Bank P.O. Box 408 Wildey St. Michael BARBADOS, W.I. Tel. (246) 539-1600 Email: procurement@caribank.org cc: omar.bispat@caribank.org

29 MAY

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2022

ELECTIONS AND BOUNDARIES DEPARTMENT VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS HELD ON 22nd May 2022 OFFICIAL RESULTS COROZAL DISTRICT Election Date

No. of Votes Village

Candidates Name

Position

Received

Remarks

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes Polled

Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes Votes

Progresso Chairperson Carlos, Hector Fernando

Chairperson

Uncontested

Burrowes, Marisol

Member

Uncontested

Chi, Andres Francisco

Member

Uncontested

Rodriguez, Hermayin Santiago

Member

Uncontested

Rodriguez, Shannon Christy

Member

Uncontested

Tot, Manuelita Vianeidie Westby, Alvin Arvin

Member Member

Uncontested Uncontested

Members

22/05/2022

Election Date

Village

Candidates Name

Yo Chen

Position

No. of Votes Received

Remarks

Chairperson Ucan, Beatriz Romala

Chairperson

Uncontested

Che, Simona Esther

Member

Uncontested

Gonzalez, Judith Marin, Leticia Virginia

Member Member

Uncontested Uncontested

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors

Members

22/05/2022

Election Date

Nah, Alex Dario

Member

Uncontested

Puck, Silverio Reyes, Jenell Elizabeth

Member Member

Uncontested Uncontested

Village

Candidates Name

La Democracia

Chairperson Lewis, Crispin Peter

BELIZE DISTRICT Position

No. of Votes Received

Remarks

Chairperson

Uncontested

Clarke, Emmanuel Frank

Member

Uncontested

Clarke, Emmanuel Gary

Member

Uncontested

Coote, Patricia Sheryl

Member

Uncontested

Jeffords, Janelle Leanny

Member

Uncontested

Neal, Althea Corinne Smith, Nigel Paul

Member Member

Uncontested Uncontested

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors

Members

22/05/2022

Election Date

Village

Gardenia

22/05/2022

Election Date

Candidates Name Chairperson Dawson, Javon Deon Members

No. of Votes Received

Remarks

Chairperson

Uncontested

Bradley, Rushelll Melisa

Member

Uncontested

Dawson, Garfield Marvin

Member

Uncontested

Gordon, Ryan Alexander

Member

Uncontested

Gordon, Sean Leon

Member

Uncontested

Village

Los Tambos

Position

Candidates Name

CAYO DISTRICT Position

No. of Votes Received

Remarks

Chairperson Villalta, Sebastian

Chairperson

Uncontested

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors

Members

22/05/2022

Election Date

Cu, Abner Oswany

Member

Uncontested

Ku, Edward Luis

Member

Uncontested

Lima, Cesar Agusto

Member

Uncontested

Martinez, Isai

Member

Uncontested

Martinez, Sandy Jennifer

Member

Uncontested

Mundo, Marvin Ernesto

Member

Uncontested

Village

Candidates Name

Duck Run Three

Chairperson Perez, Victor Ismael

Position

No. of Votes Received

Chairperson

Remarks

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Polled Votes Votes Electors

Uncontested

Members

22/05/2022

Election Date

Village

La Gracia

Cu, Novelly

Member

Uncontested

Perez, Cristy Yohanna

Member

Uncontested

Perez, Ruben

Member

Uncontested

Quinonez, Ovidio

Member

Uncontested

Tobar, Jendi Gudiel Tobar, Manuel Estuardo

Member Member

Uncontested Uncontested

Candidates Name

Position

No. of Votes Received

Remarks

Chairperson Zepeda, Walter

Chairperson

Uncontested

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors

Members

22/05/2022

Election Date

Village

Yalbac

Cisnero, Equileo

Member

Uncontested

Fuentes, Edgar

Member

Uncontested

Fuentes, Marvin Rolando

Member

Uncontested

Ramirez, Alfonso

Member

Uncontested

Urbina, Darguin Orlando Zepeda, Nectaly

Member Member

Uncontested Uncontested

Candidates Name Members Ayala, Sheila Jamilette

Position Member

No. of Votes Received

Remarks

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors

Uncontested

Continued on page 26

26 2022 Tourism Arrivals Looking Promising

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Both cruise and overnight tourist arrivals show promising numbers as they continue on the recovery path. Latest figures from the Belize Tourism Board show that for the first quarter, overnight tourist arrivals to Belize in March alone topped 41,000. This has been the largest number of overnight visitors recorded in a month since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, the BTB says.

Each of the months for this year has shown marked improvement over the previous one, suggesting that the industry is on its way back to pre-COVID status by year’s end. During the first quarter, 48 cruise ships came to our shores, and in March alone, more than 93,000 passengers visited, again showing a healthy recovery taking place.

This number almost doubled the amount that came the previous month.

The BTB’s Director of Cruise, Quality Management and Capacity, Abil Castañeda told the media that the outlook for the new tourism season is also bright.

“From the cruise sector, for instance, that I coordinate, cruise lines are mentioning they would be anywhere between 90 to 100% recovered and back in the new season that is coming our way.” Castaneda said that the US remains, by far, Belize’s biggest tourism clientele.

To ensure that tourists want to come to Belize, however, the sargassum invasion that has been occurring at our most popular tourist destinations will have to be effective-

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Continued from page 25 22/05/2022 Election Date

Village

Progresso Election Date

22/05/2022

Date

Village

Punta Negra

Village

Village

Dolores

22/05/2022

Election Date

Member Member Position Member Member

No. of Votes Received

Uncontested Total Votes Spoilt Rejected # of % of Votes % of Voter Uncontested Remarks Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Uncontested Electors Uncontested

TOLEDO DISTRICT No. of Votes Received

Chairperson Position

Members Chairperson Burrowes, Marisol Williams, Paula Delva Chi, Andres Francisco

Member Chairperson Member

Uncontested Uncontested Uncontested

Rodriguez, Hermayin Santiago Members

Member

Uncontested

Member Member Member Member Member Member

Uncontested Uncontested Uncontested Uncontested Uncontested Uncontested

Marsden, Auzryn Jaden Name Candidates

Member Position Member

Noralez, Adrian Raymudo Chairperson Pratt, Destiny Nasha Ucan, Beatriz Romala Candidates Name Members Chairperson Che, Simona Esther

Member Chairperson Position

No. of Votes Received

No. of Votes Received

Uncontested Remarks

Uncontested Uncontested Remarks

Member

Uncontested

Uncontested Uncontested Uncontested

Choc, Vicente Nah, Alex Dario Chun, Alberto

Member Member Member

Uncontested Uncontested Uncontested

Chun, Marvin

Member

Uncontested

Pan, Pedro

Member

Uncontested

Salam, Jose

Member

Uncontested

Salam, Jose

Member

Village

Candidates Name

Monkey River

Chairperson Cuevas, Eloydia Diane

Position

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Uncontested Remarks Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Uncontested Electors

Chairperson Member Member

Pan, Miguel Gonzalez, Judith Marin, Leticia Virginia Members

22/05/2022

COROZAL DISTRICT Member Uncontested

Carlos, HectorCandidates Fernando Name

Rodriguez, Shannon Christy Jacobs, Ray Stephen Tot, Manuelita Vianeidie Jacobs, Suzette Andrea Westby, Alvin Arvin Lira, Consuela

Yo Chen Election Date

Castillo, Heronimo Alexander Castillo, Mirna Consuelo McCullouck, Apolonia Juanita Candidates Name Reyes, Santos Rowland, Catalina Chairperson

22/05/2022 Election

ly managed. San Pedro Mayor, Gualberto Nunez said on Thursday that the Ministries of Tourism and the Blue Economy have pledged to provide the necessary assistance towards that end.

The Minister of Blue Economy, Andre Perez, who is also the Area Representative for Belize Rural South where San Pedro lies, told reporters that: “We are looking at bringing a fleet of pontoon boats that will be able to capture the sargassum in the water, not

on the beach and uniquely speaking with Caye Caulker and San Pedro. ... And certainly it’s going to cost. Part of the funding we have to seek out there, also we’re going to be working along with B.T.B., we have PACT out there that can give us assistance. This is within the marine reserves, as well as the private sector will be looking into that because not only obtaining these pontoon boats, but we have to maintain them, the burning of diesel. We have to set up a place where it’s going to be collected, so it’s an ambitious plan,” The Minister was optimistic that this is the best plan and that it will be effective.

Meanwhile, Mayor Nuñez said that, with the additional funds that will be coming from the business community, in the short-term, the San Pedro Town Council is going to hire new personnel to clean up the shoreline. He explained that there will be sub-committees to work within specific areas of the Town.

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes

Uncontested No. of Votes Received

Remarks

Chairperson

Uncontested

Burgess, Deborah Lynn

Member

Uncontested

Cuevas, Evan Dennis

Member

Uncontested

Cuevas, Leonardo Victor

Member

Uncontested

Cuevas, Natasha Nicole

Member

Uncontested

Wather, Anthony Barrington

Member

Uncontested

Young, Danette Arlene

Member

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes

Members

22/05/2022

Election Date

Village

Candidates Name

Otoxha

Chairperson Tox, Putul Santiago

22/05/2022

Uncontested No. of Votes Received

Remarks

Chairperson

Uncontested

Peck, Rolando Avelo

Member

Uncontested

Peck, Victoriano

Member

22/05/2022

Election Date

Position

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes

Members

Village

Candidates Name

San Lucas

Members

Position

Uncontested No. of Votes Received

Remarks

Cal, Alvin

Member

Uncontested

Cal, Julio

Member

Uncontested

Ico, Santa

Member

Uncontested

Ico, Sebastian

Member

Uncontested

Pan, Nela

Member

Uncontested

Salam, Santiago

Member

Uncontested

# of Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes

29 MAY

27

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2022

Central Information Technology Office Ministry of Finance

Corner Dry Creek Mountain View Boulevard Belmopan

Telephones: 501 822-2406/08-20708 • Email: contact@cito.gov.bz

TENDER FORTHE THE SUPPLY OF MICROSOFT 365 LICENSES FORLICENSES THE TENDER FOR SUPPLY OF MICROSOFT 365 OF BELIZE FOR THEGOVERNMENT GOVERNMENT OF BELIZE

1. The Government of Belize, acting through the Central Information Technology Office, now invites forInformation the supply of Microsoft for the Government Belize.

The or agreement with the client II. Evidence of past jobs including aof copy of the contract 1. The Government of Belize, acting throughTenders the Central Technology Office, 365 Licenses period required is for one of (1) year. including a copy of the TOR. now invites Tenders for the supplysubscription of Microsoft 365 Licenses for the Government Belize. The subscription period required is for one (1) year.

III. Two references.

2. Procurement of the goods will be conducted through Open Tendering Procedure.

2. Procurement of the goods will be conducted through Open Tendering Procedure.

3. Terms of Reference 3.Terms of Reference 3a. Technical specifications 3a. Technical specifications The scope of work includes the provision of Microsoft Licenses for the prodThe scope of work includes the provision ucts listed in the table below: ITEM

the table below:

QUANTITY ITEM

Azure Active Directory Premium P2 Active Directory Premium 100 Azure P2 Microsoft 365 E3

8. The contract is subject to Income and Business Tax as per Government Policy as shown below: a. 25% for entities from non-Caricom countries b. 15% for entities from Caricom countries of Microsoft Licenses for the products listed in c. 19% for entities licensed to provide telecommunication services that offer real time voice services d. 6% for companies in Belize QUANTITY

100

9. Price should be inclusive of General Sales Tax (GST) payment of 12.5% for GST registered

3,800 Microsoft 365 E3 3,800 agents.

Microsoft 365 F3 175 Microsoft 365 F3 175 Office 365 E3 750 10. Questions and Replies Office 365 E3 750 Questions shall be type-written in English and shall be sent via email to the following address: Office 365 E1 900 Office 365 E1 900 for queries is 9 May 2022. Responses from the MS365tenders2022@cito.gov.bz. The deadline Office 365 F3 (formerly known as Office 365 F1) 200 will be emailed to the requester and may also be made Office 365 F3 (formerly known as Office 365 F1)CITO will be type-written in English and200 available to other Tenderers subject to confidentiality.

Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (Plan 1) 5725 Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (Plan 1) 5725 Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (Plan 2) 100 Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (Plan 2) 11. Submission Tenders should be emailed 100 to MS365tenders2022@cito.gov.bz with the Power BI Pro 10 subject TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF MICROSOFT 365 LICENSES FOR GOVERNMENT OF Power BI Pro 10 BELIZE. Project Plan 3 60 Project Plan 3 The bid response should consist of60 two password protected files - one technical and one Project Plan 5 7 financial. The Technical file will be open Project Plan 5 7 first and evaluated.

Visio Plan 2 70 Visio Plan 2 70

Only the top 4 bidders that meet the technical merit will have their financial file opened.

3b. Program of Works The program of work includes:3b. Program of Works To ensure the confidentiality of the submission, the files should be protected via a password. This can be done on the file itself, using zip password protection, or some other 1.

Technical support with license provisioning The program of work includes: means of password protecting the file. The password will be requested at the opening of 2.

Activation of licenses and handing over to Central Information Tech1. Technical support with license provisioning the tender. nology Office 2. Activation of licenses and handing over to Central Information Technology Office 3.

Issue resolution for the duration of the contract period (12 months) The deadline for Tender submission iis 10:00 am on 30 May 2022. Submissions re3. Issue resolution for the duration of the12.contract period (12 months) ceived after the deadline will be rejected.

3c. Schedule The licenses are to be provisioned and activated no later than 30 June 2022.

3c. Schedule 13. Evaluation Criteria licenses are provisioned and activated no will later than 30onJune 2022.

Tenders be evaluated technical merit and price based on the following criteria: 4. Copies of this Tender document can The be downloaded fromto thebe Ministry of Finance Procurement Portal https://procurement.gov.bz/ or from the CARICOM Public ProEvaluation Criteria Weight (%) curement Notice Board https://cppnb.caricom.org/epps/home.do.

50% Page 1 of 4 Financial Offer 5. Currency exchange rate for regional/international bidders is USD 1.00 to BZD 2.00.

Technical proposal 50% 6. Eligibility Criteria: This invitation is open to all eligible Tenderers as per the eligibility criteria below: 1. The Tenderer has an active membership in Microsoft Partner Network for Latin America and the Caribbean region and market (MPN ID) 2. The Tenderer must be an active Cloud Service Provider (CSP) that can sell CSP offers in Latin America and the Caribbean region and market 3. The Tenderer should provide evidence of experience deploying Microsoft 365 for business of a comparable size within the past three years.

4. Audited Financial Statements for the past 3 years.

5. Bid-Securing Declaration in the amount of BZD 10,000 6. The Tenderer has availability of liquid assets through either: a.

Access to line of credit of 30% of the bid price b.

Case in bank account of an amount at least 30% of the bid price 7. All Tenders shall include the following additional documentation: I. Business certificates a. For local Tenderers: 1. Copies of Certificates of Good Standing from: a. Belize Tax Service b.Belize Companies Registry c. Belize Social Security Board 2. Copy of current Trade License

b. For regional/international Tenderers: Statement of compliance from Companies’ Registry

Direct technical support from Microsoft.

20%

Access to the portal for managing licenses with the flexibility 10% to increase or decrease licenses throughout the term of the agreement (1-year) at the guaranteed price.

Service delivery models for issue resolution, preferably with 10% English-speaking technical support.

Service delivery experience in provisioning and supporting 5% Microsoft365 for business comparable in the magnitude of this Tender Financial strength of company demonstrated over past three 5% (3) years

Total

100%

14. Opening of the Tenders will take place online on 30 May 2022 at 2 pm Belize Time and in the presence of the Tenderers or their representatives who wish to attend the Tender opening.

15. Evaluation of the Tenders will be conducted on 31 May 2022.

16. The selection of the successful Tenderer will be based on a competitive process that considers Technical and Financial Proposals.

17. Incomplete tenders will not be accepted.

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ELECTIONS AND BOUNDARIES DEPARTMENT VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS HELD ON 22nd May 2022 OFFICIAL RESULTS COROZAL DISTRICT Election Date

No. of Votes Village

Candidates Name

San Pedro

Position

Received

Remarks

# of Registered Electors 381

Chairpersons

Date

Election Date

78.74%

34

11.33%

White, Albino Isael

Chairperson

62

20.67%

Huitz, Alvaro Daniel

Chairperson

204

Basto, Edwin Jovanny

Member

27

1.56%

Basto,Vanela Xiomara

Member

32

1.85%

Cobb, Alberto Demetrio

Member

28

1.62%

Hwitz, Allen Ivan

Member

30

1.73%

Magana, Thelma Aurora

Member

25

1.45%

Zetina, Martita Arcielia

Member

28

1.62%

Basto, Arturo Martiniano

Member

59

3.41%

Cob, Maira Ivette

Member

57

3.29%

Cob, Obed Javier

Member

64

3.70%

Mutul, Erwin Leonel

Member

62

3.58%

Nah, Olga Elide

Member

61

3.53%

Noh, Oudencio

Member

56

Cob, Guadalupe

Member

196

Elected

11.33%

Chan, Addi Amira

Member

201

Elected

11.62%

Cob, Edmir Isaias

Member

208

Elected

12.02%

Huitz, Bethel Marianela

Member

207

Elected

11.97%

Rosales, Betty Raquel

Member

196

Elected

11.33%

Yah, Loreli Sobelba

Member

193 No. of Votes

Elected

Candidates Name

San Roman

Chairpersons

Elected

Received

0

4

3.24%

Remarks

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes

533

293

Polled

11.16% Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes Votes 54.97%

Chairperson

99

Marin, Elsa Amira

Chairperson

194

Members Amaya, Pablo Camal, Shajir Alexander Castaneda, Erika Adebinelly Castaneda, Maria Magdalena Castaneda, Rene Ismael Castaneda, Yuraini Nessel

Member Member Member Member Member Member

95 93 97 95 96 96

Garcia, Ludwin Ivan

Member

192

Elected

11.19%

Burgos, Antonia

Member

192

Elected

11.19%

Cano, Ismael Herman

Member

190

Elected

11.07%

Coba, Silvia Rosario

Member

192

Elected

11.19%

Lin, Emmanuel

Member

189

Elected

11.01%

Lin, Lily Luciani

Member

189 No. of Votes

Elected

Candidates Name

3

1730

Position

Received

Chairpersons Cano, Edita Yertrudis

Chairperson

194

Tamay, Miriam Guadalupe

Chairperson

174

1

Elected

66.21% 0

5.54% 5.42% 5.65% 5.54% 5.59% 5.59%

Remarks

Elected

5

11.01% # of Registered Electors

Total Votes

614

368

Polled

Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Turnout Votes Votes Polled 52.72%

59.93%

Election Date

Member

168

Canul, Dermi Yerani

Member

182

Elected

8.72%

Castaneda, Edwin Navir

Member

179

Elected

8.58%

Coc, Greseidy Lisbet

Member

178

Elected

8.53%

Hernandez, Roman

Member

184

Elected

8.82%

Xiu, Odely Andreina

Member

176

Elected

8.44%

Castaneda Aban, Nereyda Elodia

Member

170

Chan, Neftali Juda

Member

171

Espiritu, Carla Isel

Member

176

Ku, Zeima Maryeli

Member

167

8.01%

Martinez, Cindy Dorely

Member

167

8.01%

Moralez, Patrick Justin

Member

168 No. of Votes

Louisville

Candidates Name

Pott, Izael

Chairpersons

Position

Received

8.05%

14

8.15% 8.20% Elected

Remarks

Elected

8.44%

8.05%

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes

521

349

Polled

Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes Votes

Chairperson

187

Castaneda, Evelio

Chairperson

162

Bol, Dider Azareal

Member

190

Elected

9.35%

Castellanos, Mario Ramon

Member

188

Elected

9.25%

Cob, Santiago

Member

181

Elected

8.91%

Flores, Marcela

Member

183

Elected

9.01%

Yah, Emmanuel Isai

Member

183

Elected

9.01%

53.58%

66.99%

0

5

46.42%

2032

22/05/2022

4

1

Barrios, Regina Natalia

Village

0

47.28%

2086

22/05/2022

0

33.79%

1716

Position

0

68.00%

Ramirez, Alicia Esmeralda

Village

Santa Clara

300

Chairperson

Village

22/05/2022

Polled

Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes Votes

Salazar, Marvin Gian

Members

22/05/2022

Total Votes

0

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ELECTIONS AND BOUNDARIES DEPARTMENT VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS HELD ON 22nd May 2022 OFFICIAL RESULTS

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Yam, Alejandro Ruby Aragon, Floridalma Deima

Election Date

Village

San Pedro Election Date

Village

Paraiso

Member 175 Elected COROZAL DISTRICT

Castaneda, Nivia Nidelvia Candidates Name Cob, Florencio Santos Coc, Ester Amira Chairpersons Patt, Nidia Aurora

Salazar, Marvin Gian Pena, Delcy Diamilly White, Albino Isael Candidates Name Huitz, Alvaro Daniel Members Chairpersons Basto, Edwin Jovanny Tun, Rafael Christobal Basto,Vanela Xiomara Cawich, Miriam Lendi Cobb, Alberto Demetrio Hwitz, Allen Ivan Members

Barrera, Thelma Mauro Gonzalo Magana, Aurora Briceno, Alberto Ruben Zetina, Martita Arcielia

22/05/2022

Monterroso, Hugo Rene Cob, Obed Javier Santana, Estela Ricela Mutul, Erwin Leonel

Chable, Shajary Alejandra Nah, Olga Elide Espinoza, Jessica Janet Noh, Oudencio Guzman, Eiden Praxedis Cob, Guadalupe Sosa, Griselle Anahi Chan, Addi Amira

Date

Village Village Consejo

San Roman

22/05/2022

Election Election Date Date

Village

22/05/2022 Election Date

Village

Yo Chen

Election

22/05/2022 Date

Village

Louisville

Date

22/05/2022

Escobar, Jose Julian Members Garrido, Jose Agustin Amaya, Pablo Garrido, Rebeca Camal, Shajir Alexander Rivero, Patricia Castaneda, Erika Marlenie Adebinelly Castaneda, Maria Magdalena Rivero, Prudencio Castaneda, Rene Ismael Arana, Carlos Manuel Castaneda, Yuraini Nessel Arana, Johnny Geovanni Garcia, Ludwin Ivan Arana, Ronnie Rigel Burgos, Antonia Lima, Patrick Richard Cano, Ismael Herman Velasquez, Niurka Michalka Coba, Silvia Rosario Wiltshire, Shawn Aaron Lin, Emmanuel Lin, Lily Luciani Candidates Name Candidates Name Chairpersons Chairperson Cano, Edita Yertrudis Carlos, Hector Fernando Tamay, Miriam Guadalupe Members

27 254 32 263 28

Member Member Member

30 238 25

Member Member Member Member

252 57 246 64

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

300

253 62 259 61

258 56 256 196 255 201 260 208

Spoilt Rejected

7.58% % of Votes % of Voter Polled7.43%Turnout Votes 7.48% 0 7.87% 78.74%

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes

700

517

Polled

1730

Elected

3034

243 28 247 59

Votes

11.33% 7.82% 3 20.67% Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 68.00% Polled Turnout Votes Votes 1.56% 49.13% 1.85% 50.87% 1.62%

73.86%

0

1

14

1

1.73% 7.84% 1.45%

8.01% 1.62% 8.14% 3.41%

8.31% 3.29% 8.11% 3.70%

4

8.34% 3.58% 8.54% 3.53%

Elected Elected

18

8.50% 3.24% 8.44% 11.33%

Elected Elected Elected Elected

8.40% 11.62% 8.57% 12.02%

Elected Elected Elected Elected

99 36 194

Member Member Member Member

35 95 9337

Member

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

Member Position Position

Chairperson Chairperson Chairperson

Member Member Member Member Member

Rodriguez, Edwin Shannon Christy Castaneda, Navir Tot, Manuelita Vianeidie Coc, Greseidy Lisbet

Member Member Member Member

Westby, Alvin Arvin Hernandez, Roman

Member Member

533

35

Chairperson Member Chairperson

Chi, Andres Francisco Barrios, Regina Natalia Rodriguez, Hermayin Canul, Dermi Yerani Santiago

30

9737 9537 96 35 96 37 192 35 192 37 190 36 192 34 189 No. of Votes 189 No.Received of Votes Received

426 Elected

1716 Elected Elected

Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Remarks Remarks

50.00% 54.97%

7.04%

614

368

52.72%

176 Elected Uncontested Elected 167

Members Martinez, Cindy Dorely

Member

Moralez, Patrick Justin Che, Simona Esther

Member Member

Gonzalez, Judith Candidates Name Marin, Leticia Virginia

Member Position Member

4

8.72% 8.58% 8.82%

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes Polled

14 Spoilt Rejected 8.44% % of Votes % of Voter 8.15% Polled Turnout Votes Votes 8.20% 8.44% 8.01%

167

8.01% 168 8.05% Uncontested Elected # of No. of Votes Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Uncontested Elected Remarks Registered Polled Turnout Votes Received Polled Votes Uncontested Elected Electors 521 349 66.99% 0 5 187 Elected 53.58% Uncontested Elected 162 Uncontested

Elected

Uncontested

Elected

46.42%

2032

Member 190 Elected ORANGE WALK DISTRICT Member

0

1

Member Chairperson Member

Member

59.93%

47.28%

Ucan, Beatriz Romala Ku, Zeima Maryeli

Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

5

2086

Elected

Member

Chairpersons Pott, Nah, Izael Alex Dario Castaneda, Evelio Puck, Silverio

1

Total Votes Spoilt Rejected # of %11.01% of Votes % of Voter Registered TotalPolled Votes Polled Turnout Spoilt # of VotesRejected Votes Electors % of Votes % of Voter Registered Polled Polled Turnout Votes Votes Electors

8.53%

Chan, Neftali Juda Espiritu, Carla IselChairperson

1

0

8.22% 5.54% 8.69% 5.42%

Uncontested Elected 178 Elected Uncontested Elected 184 Elected No.176 of Votes Elected Remarks 170 Received 171

Member Position Member

0

33.79% 8.45% 66.21%

8.05%

Xiu, Odely Andreina Candidates Name Castaneda Aban, Nereyda Elodia

0

8.69% 5.65% 5.54% 8.69% 5.59% 8.22% 5.59% 8.69% 11.19% 8.22% 11.19% 8.69% 11.07% 8.45% 11.19% 7.98% 11.01%

Elected

194 Elected Uncontested Elected 174

Uncontested

293

Uncontested Elected 168 Uncontested Elected 182 Elected Uncontested Elected 179 Elected

Castellanos, Mario Ramon

Santa Cruz

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

381

Polled

6

7.68%

Chairperson

Bol, Dider Azareal

Village

160 34 159 No.62 of Votes Remarks 204 Elected Received

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes

Arana, Alexandra Gisel Chairpersons

Reyes, Jenell Elizabeth

Election

151 Received 152

Remarks

8.61%

Candidates Name Chairpersons Garrido, Christian Jose

Rosales, Betty Raquel Candidates Name Yah, Loreli Sobelba

Burrowes, Marisol

22/05/2022

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Position Chairperson

156 No. of Votes 154

267 8.80% 207 11.97% No. of Votes Total Votes Spoilt Rejected # of Member 196 Elected %11.33% of Votes % of Voter Position Remarks Registered Member 193 Elected 11.16% Polled Turnout Votes Received Polled Votes Electors # of No. of Votes Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Position Remarks Registered 91 70 76.92%Votes0 Votes Polled Turnout Received Polled Electors 5 35 Chairperson Elected 50.00%

Village

Progresso Santa Clara

Member

Member Member

Members Ramirez, Alicia Esmeralda Escobar, Delcy Adali Marin, Elsa Amira

22/05/2022

Member Position Member

Member Member Member Member

Sosa,Edmir Ivan Hernan Cob, Isaias Vasquez, Eleodoro Ismael Huitz, Bethel Marianela

Election

Member

Member Member Member Member

Chable, Francisco Javier Basto, Arturo Martiniano Hernandez, Simon Cob, Maira Ivette Martin

22/05/2022

Date

29

THE BELIZE TIMES

2022

188 Elected No. of Votes 181 Elected Remarks Received 183 Elected

Cob, Santiago

Candidates Name Flores, Marcela

Member Position Member

Yah, Emmanuel Isai Chairpersons

Member

Mucul, Guadencio

Chairperson

54

Diaz, Juan Gilberto

Chairperson

96

183

Elected

0 9.35%

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes

215

150

Polled

9.25% Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 8.91% Polled Turnout Votes Votes 9.01% 9.01%

36.00% Elected

64.00%

69.77%

0 3

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30

Chairperson Ucan, Beatriz Romala Members Che, Simona Esther

22/05/2022

Date Date

22/05/2022

Village

San Roman

Member

Uncontested

Elected

Member Member

Uncontested Uncontested

Elected Elected

Reyes, Jenell Elizabeth

Member

Uncontested

Elected

Village

San Roman

22/05/2022

CandidatesName Name Candidates Chairpersons Chairpersons Mucul, Guadencio Salazar, Marvin Gian Diaz, Juan Gilberto White, Albino Isael Members Huitz, Alvaro Daniel Chi, Glendi Linet Members Coy, Brian Basto, Edwin Jovanny Guerra, Yarelly Janet Basto,Vanela Xiomara Morales Najarro, Nelson Cobb, Alberto Demetrio

Village

Trial Farm

Date

Village

Santa Clara

22/05/2022 22/05/2022

Election Date

Election Date

Louisville Village

San Estevan

22/05/2022

22/05/2022

Chairperson Chairperson Chairperson Chairperson

54 34 96 62

Chairperson Member

204 50

Member Member Member Member Member Member

56 27 51 32 2851

Member Member Member Member

215 381

Elected

6.85% 1.73% 12.85% 1.45%

Elected Elected

1.62% 11.38% 10.04% 3.41%

57 6487 6295

Elected

Nah, OlgaFred ElideAnthony Moralez, Noh, Oudencio Cob, GuadalupeCandidates Name

Member Member Member Position Member

6191

Elected

Chan, Addi Amira Cob, Edmir IsaiasChairpersons

Member

Rosales, Osbaldo Guadalupe Chairpersons Vargas, Jenaro "Nayo"

Member Member Position Member

Member

142 196

193 No. of129 Votes 129 Received

130

Ramirez, Vasquez, Alicia EdgarEsmeralda Mauricio

Member Chairperson Member

132 99 128

Marin, Elsa Amira Vasquez, Rubycelli

Chairperson Member

194 123

Garcia, Ludwin Ivan Burgos, AntoniaCandidates Name Cano, Ismael Herman Chairpersons Coba, Silvia Rosario Urizar, Juan Carlos Lin, Emmanuel

Martinez, Sotera Yesenia "Aspinall" Candidates Name Cornel, Oscar Rene "Chap" Members Chairpersons Cawich, Salvador Jesus Cano, Edita Yertrudis Coyock, Carlos Raul "Charlie" Tamay, Miriam Guadalupe Guerra, Enrique Orlando

Elected

140 95 93 133 97 128 95

Elected

No.192 of Votes Elected Remarks 192 Elected Received 190 Elected

189 Votes Chairperson No. of206 Position Chairperson Received 537

Elected

Member Member Member

213 168 212

Canul, Dermi Talango, YazirYerani Enir Castaneda, Cal, MiriamEdwin Navir

Member Member Member Member

182 202 179 209

Elected

Coc, Greseidy Lisbet Castillo, Ana Maria Hernandez, Roman Choc, Yerry Alexys Xiu, Odely Andreina Guardado, Karen Gisell Castaneda Aban, Nereyda Elodia Jones, Olegario Mateo Chan, Neftali Juda Sosa, Walter Alexander Espiritu, Carla Isel Abrego, Juan Manuel Ku, Zeima Maryeli

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

178 215 184 215 176 203 170 210 171 210 176 545 167

Elected

Tillett, Glenn Johan Richard Candidates Name Urbina, Eusebio Estevan "Chebo" Chairpersons Candidates Name Pott, Izael

Member Position Member

Castaneda, Evelio Chairpersons

Hernandez, Sonia Anselma Bol, Dider Azareal Chan, Rosaura Castellanos, Mario Ramon Members Cob, Santiago Escalante, Rene Del Jesus Flores, Marcela Escoto, Roberto Yah, Emmanuel Isai Estrada, Yamily Guadalupe

Position Chairperson Chairperson

Polled 293

1716

Elected

Elected Elected

Elected Elected

Elected Elected Elected Elected Remarks Elected

No. of Votes Remarks 187 Elected Received 162

3.53% 11.14% 3.24% Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 11.33% Polled Turnout Votes Votes 11.62% 79.29% 0 12.02% 0 47.01% 11.97% 52.99% 11.33%

0 11.16% 8.34% Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 8.34%Turnout Votes Polled Votes 8.40% 0 8.53% 54.97% 1 33.79% 8.27%

# of Registered Electors 2682

614

Polled

5855

368

20.52%% of Voter Spoilt Rejected % of Votes 53.49%Turnout Votes Polled Votes 3.69% 52.72% 3.74% 47.28% 3.67% 3.64% 8.05% 3.62% 8.72% 3.45%

8.82% 3.67% 8.44% 3.47% 8.15% 3.59% 8.20% 3.59% 8.44% 9.31% 8.01%

0

11 4

1

14 43

9.58% 8.01% 9.43% 8.05% 9.44% # of Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 9.44% Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors 9.43% # of 521 349 Votes 66.99% 0 Total % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected 5 Registered 53.58% Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors 46.42% 1168 727 62.24% 3 2032 0 16 20.22% 9.35% 79.78% 9.25% 4241 5 8.91% 3.37% 9.01% 3.16% 9.01% 3.37%

181 143 183 134 183 143

Fox, Caroline Camila

Member

137

3.23%

Hernandez Enrick Alfonso

Member

142

3.35%

Elected

59.93%

8.58% 3.57% 8.53% 3.67%

Member Member Member Member Member Member

Elected

41

11.01% Total Votes

147 190 580 188

Elected

0

5 Total Votes %11.19% Spoilt Rejected of Votes % of Voter 11.19% Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes 11.07% 1004 37.43% 14 11.19% 26.00% 11.01%

Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

Elected Elected Elected

4

8.40%

5.59% 8.02% 5.59% 7.82%

2086

Elected

4

9.05% 5.54% 5.42% 8.60% 5.65% 8.27% 5.54%

# of Remarks Registered Elected Electors

Mendoza, Ronal Edgardo Barrios, Regina Natalia Oliva, Rudin Rudelly

553 Received 552

1547 Total Votes

Elected

216 194 219 174 215

561 167 552 168 No. of553 Votes

5

66.21% 7.95%

Elected

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

Member Member Member Member Member

268

Elected

96 124 96 121

192 261 189

338

Polled

Elected

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

Member Chairperson Member Member

Total Votes

Elected Elected # of Remarks Registered Electors Elected 533 Elected

Elected

Member

# of Registered Electors

Elected Elected Elected

130

Member Position Member

0

3.70% 10.65% 3.58% 11.63%

Elected

Member

Member Member Member Member

0

3.29%

No. 56 of Votes Remarks 196 Elected Received 201 Elected 208 126 207

3 3

6.85% 1.56% 6.24% 1.85% 6.24% 1.62%

3056 105 25

Member Member Member Member

69.77% 0 78.74% 0

68.00% 6.12%

1730

Member

Yah, Loreli SobelbaMembers Novelo, Gina Name Polanco, Juan Candidates Jose

36.00% 11.33% 64.00% 20.67%

817

Elected

Cob, Diaz,Obed Elsy Javier Mutul, Erwin Leonel Herrador, Eber Misael

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

150 300

Elected

Cob, Maira Ivette

Bartley, Tamara Martinez, Cindy Dorely Cocom, Ingris Iliana Moralez, Patrick Justin Samos, Geraldo Diedier "Jerry"

Village

Received Received

Total Votes Spoilt # of Total Votes SpoiltRejected Rejected # of Votes% of % of Voter %% of of Votes Voter Remarks Registered Remarks Registered Polled Turnout Turnout Votes Polled Votes Votes Votes Polled Polled Electors Electors

2893 5982

Lin, Lily Luciani Election

No. No.ofofVotes Votes

Member Member Member Member

Members Chan, Salvador Amaya, Pablo "Cas" Camal, Shajir Alexander Cordoba, Bianca Marvea Castaneda, Erika Adebinelly Toledano, Seleny Castaneda, MariaAbigail Magdalena Castaneda, Rene Ismael Vargas, Elvia Rosario Castaneda, Yuraini Nessel Vasquez, Valeria Eneida

22/05/2022

Position Position

Zetina, Martita Arcielia Chi, Luis Miguel Cowo, Roger Fernando Basto, Arturo Martiniano

Cajun, Keyla

Date

2022

COROZAL DISTRICT ORANGE WALK DISTRICT

Chan, Bethel Rodrigo Huitz, Marianela Aguallo, Rugeri Byron "Rog" Rosales, Betty Raquel

Date

29 MAY

THE BELIZE TIMES

Mucul,Allen ErikaIvan Alejandra Hwitz, Chi, Balbina Mishel Magana, Thelma Aurora

22/05/2022

Date

Elected

Gonzalez, Judith Marin, Leticia Virginia

Village Village

Santa Cruz San Pedro

Election

Uncontested

ELECTIONS AND BOUNDARIES DEPARTMENT VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS HELD ON Nah, Alex Dario Member Uncontested Elected22nd May 2022 Puck, Silverio Member Uncontested Elected OFFICIAL RESULTS

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Election Election

Chairperson

Continued on page 31

29 MAY

Member Member Member

561 552 553

Elected Elected Elected

9.58% 9.43% 9.44%

Tillett, Glenn Johan Richard Urbina, Eusebio Estevan "Chebo"

Member Member

553 552

Elected Elected

9.44% 9.43%

THE BELIZE TIMES

2022

Election

Bartley, Tamara Cocom, Ingris Iliana Samos, Geraldo Diedier "Jerry"

No. of Votes

# of

31

Total Votes

% of Votes % of Voter Candidates NameAND BOUNDARIES Position Remarks Registered ELECTIONS DEPARTMENT Polled Turnout Date Received Polled Electors VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS HELD ON 22nd May 2022 Chairpersons 1168 727 62.24% San Estevan Hernandez, Sonia Anselma Chairperson 147 20.22% OFFICIAL RESULTS Continued from page 30 Village

Chan, Rosaura

Chairperson

Members Escalante, Rene Del Jesus

Election Date

22/05/2022

Village

San Pedro

COROZAL DISTRICT Member Position Member

Fox, Caroline Camila Chairpersons Hernandez Enrick Alfonso

Member

Date

Boston

22/05/2022

Date

Village

San Roman Election Date

Village

La Democracia

22/05/2022 22/05/2022

Election Date Election Date

22/05/2022

Village

Gardenia Village

Santa Clara

Huitz, Blanco,Alvaro SilviaDaniel Estela

Chairperson Member

204 566

Member

577

Elected

Member Member Member Member Member Member

565 27 574 32 570 28

Elected

Member Position Member

No. 25 of Votes 28 Received

Magana, Thelma Aurora Zetina, MartitaCandidates Arcielia Name Basto, Arturo Martiniano Chairpersons Cob, Maira Ivette Leal, Efrain Alvarado Cob, Obed Javier Chub, Sara Mutul, Erwin Leonel Members Nah, Olga Elide Cortez, Sonny Francis Noh, Oudencio Cruz, Damacio Cob, Guadalupe Leal, Ana Patricia Chan, Addi Amira Lopez, Claudia Manicela Cob, Edmir Lopez, Elsa Isaias Leticia Huitz, Bethel Marianela Vaccaro, Sharret Jackline Alvarado, Nathaniel Rosales, Betty RaquelAlfredo

Alvarado, Yah, LoreliNathida SobelbaElize Alvarado, Nigel Oneil Candidates Cantos, Charles AlexanderName Jimenez, Maltilda Lilliana Malic, Alicia Virgina Chairpersons

Ramirez, Alicia Esmeralda Candidates Name Marin, Elsa Amira

Chairperson Members Amaya, Pablo Peter Lewis, Crispin Camal, Shajir Alexander Members Castaneda, Erika Adebinelly Clarke, Emmanuel Frank Castaneda, Maria Magdalena Clarke, Emmanuel Gary Castaneda, Rene Ismael Coote, Patricia Sheryl Castaneda, Yuraini Nessel

Date

22/05/2022

Roaring Creek

Date

Village

Louisville

Date

22/05/2022

Village

Camalote

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

61 17 56 18 196 18 201 19 208 19 207 17 26 196

Member Member Member Position Member

29 193 No. of 28 Votes

Chairperson Position Chairperson

31 Received 30 28 No. of Votes 99 Received 194

Elected Remarks Elected

13.61%

0

533 # of Registered Electors

1.45% Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected 1.62% Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes 3.41% 48 71.64% 0 3.29% 0 39.58% 3.70% 4 60.42% 3.58% 280 0 3.53% 6.07% 3.24% 6.43% 11.33% 6.43% 11.62% 6.79% 12.02% 6.79% 0 11.97% 6.07% 9.29% 11.33% Total Votes Polled

10.36% 11.16% 10.00% Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 11.07% Polled Turnout Votes Votes 10.71%

293 Total Votes

Polled

10.00% 54.97%

Member Position Member

Elected Elected

Elected Elected Elected Remarks Elected

174 Uncontested

Elected

Member

Uncontested

Elected

CAYOMember DISTRICT 168

Canul, Dermi Yerani Candidates Name Castaneda, Edwin Navir

Member Position Member

Coc, Greseidy Lisbet Chairpersons Hernandez, Roman Banner, Jervis Jevon Xiu, Odely Andreina

Member

No.182 of Votes Elected Remarks 179 Elected Received 178

Elected

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

184 418 176

Elected Elected Elected

Member Member Member

171 382 176

Member Member Member Member

Member Member Member Member Position

Member Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

Valdez, Wilbert Orlando Bol, Dider Azareal Wade, Cyril Joseph Castellanos, Mario Ramon

Member Member Member Member

Cob, Santiago Candidates Name Flores, Marcela

Member Position Member

Yah, Emmanuel Isai Chairpersons

Member

161 170

394 167 399 167

374 168 No. of368 Votes 344 Received 160 197 187 177

11.19%

# of Registered Electors

183

Castellanos, Maynor Amilcar

Chairperson

96

Parham, Derrick Darrel

Chairperson

279

Spoilt Rejected %11.19% of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes 11.01% Votes 11.01% Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Polled Polled Turnout Votes Votes Polled

368

Total Votes

990

579

Elected Elected # of Elected Registered Remarks Electors 521 Elected

Polled

981

4

Spoilt Rejected 8.72% % of Votes % of Voter 8.58% Polled Turnout Votes Votes 8.53% 58.48% 0 8.82% 72.19% 14 10 8.44% 27.81% 8.15%

7

8.20% 11.52% 8.44%

11.89% 8.01% 12.04% 8.01%

Total Votes Polled 349

2032

# of Registered Electors

0

8.05%

11.28% 8.05% 11.10% Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 10.38% Polled Turnout Votes Votes9 4.83% 0 5.94% 66.99% 5 53.58% 5.34% 46.42% 5.73%

0 5.13% 9.35% 4.83% 9.25% Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 8.91% Turnout Votes Polled Polled Votes 9.01%

432

9.01%

22.22% Elected

59.93%

1

# of Registered Electors

Elected

Elected

52.72% 47.28%

Elected Elected Elected

Elected Remarks Elected

11.07%

2086

162 190

181 Received 183

Total Votes

3315

170 190 Elected 160 No.188 of Votes Elected

5

11.19%

189 Received Member 189 Elected No. of Votes # of Chairperson Uncontested Elected Position Remarks Registered Received Electors Member Uncontested Elected 614 Chairperson 194 Elected Member Uncontested Elected Chairperson Member

Votes

0

5.54% 5.42% 5.65% 5.54% 5.59% 5.59%

Elected

0 Spoilt Rejected 1

%33.79% of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes 66.21%

1716

Member Member

Garbutt Arzu, Tracy Diane Chairpersons Guy, Tristan Pott, Guy, Izael Clifton Melvin

# of Registered Electors 67

Elected Elected # of Elected Remarks Elected Registered Elected Electors

Smith,Ismael Nigel Herman Paul Cano,

Gill, Joel Alexander Martinez, Cindy Dorely Mckoy, Godfrey Gilbert Moralez, Patrick Justin Rowland, Shanise Elizabeth Usher, Desirie Candidates Delvorine Name

3 21

13.32% 1.56% 13.53% 1.85% 13.44% 1.62%

Elected Elected Elected

Elected Elected Elected Elected

Bradley, Rushelll Melisa Chairpersons Cano, Edita Yertrudis Dawson, Garfield Marvin Tamay, Guadalupe Gordon,Miriam Ryan Alexander

300

1730

Elected

Uncontested 192 Uncontested 192 Uncontested 190 No.192 of Votes

Dawson, Javon Deon Candidates Name Members

Polled

Spoilt Rejected 3.16%% of Voter % of Votes 3.37%Turnout Votes Polled Votes 3.23% 0 3.35% 78.74%

68.00% 13.35%

Elected

Member Member Member Member

Lin, Lily Luciani Chairperson

Total Votes

5

11.33% 2.83% 20.67% 13.44%

Elected

Jeffords, JanelleIvan Leanny Garcia, Ludwin Neal, Althea Corinne Burgos, Antonia Coba, Silvia Rosario Candidates Name Lin, Emmanuel

# of Registered Electors

Elected

Elected

Castaneda, Evelio Loague, Karon Kafiar

Election

57 19 64 29 62

Member Member

Remarks

59

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

16

1.73%

95 Uncontested 93 97 Uncontested 95 Uncontested 96 Uncontested 96

Baptist, Orlando Espiritu, Carla IselAmir Gilharry, Patrick Ku, ZeimaSam Maryeli

Election

Member

3

3.37%

Elected Elected

Member Chairperson Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

Bol, Esteban Isaia Castaneda Aban, Nereyda Elodia Chan, Neftali Juda Members

22/05/2022

BELIZE DISTRICT Member 30

Votes

79.78%

381

Elected Elected Elected

Barrios, Regina Natalia

Village

Remarks

142 34 120 62 570

Gordon, Sean Leon Election

143 Received 137

Votes

4241

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

Hwitz, Allen Ivan

22/05/2022

143 No. of Votes 134

Elected

Salazar, Marvin Gian Novelo, Geovannie Venancio White, Isael Idalicia Blanco,Albino Carmelita

Castillo, Yanelly Adela Basto, Edwin Jovanny Hernandez, Ricardo Adrian Basto,Vanela Xiomara Osorio, Saul Arsenio Cobb, Alberto Demetrio

Village

Member

Escoto, Roberto Candidates Name Estrada, Yamily Guadalupe

Cansino, Eleen Andrea Members

Election

580

Spoilt Rejected

64.58%

44.04%

0 11

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32

Gilharry, Sam Patrick

Member

394

Elected

11.89%

Gill, Joel Alexander

Member

399

Elected

12.04%

Member Member Member

374 368 344

Elected Elected Elected

11.28% 11.10% 10.38%

Member Member

160 197

Mckoy, Godfrey Gilbert Rowland, Shanise Elizabeth Usher, Desirie Delvorine

22/05/2022

THE BELIZE TIMES

Garbutt Arzu, Tracy Diane Guy, Tristan

ELECTIONS AND BOUNDARIES DEPARTMENT Member 177 VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS HELD ON 22nd May 2022 Loague, Karon Kafiar Member 190 OFFICIAL RESULTS Valdez, Wilbert Orlando Member 170 Guy, Clifton Melvin

Continued from page 31

Wade, Cyril Joseph

Election Date Election Date

Village

San Pedro

Candidates Name Chairpersons

Castellanos, Maynor Amilcar Parham, DerrickChairpersons Darrel

Election Date

Billy White

Date

22/05/2022

Village

San Roman

22/05/2022 Election Date

Village

Los Tambos

22/05/2022 Election Date

Village

Santa Clara Election Date

Date Election Date

Chairperson Member

204 124

Grant Jr., Renel Homer Members

Member

112

Member Member Member Member

117 27 140 32

112 28 140 30 298 25 259 28

1730

Elected

Cob, Obed Javier Olmedo, Fredy Nelson

Member Member

64 282

Orellano, Shandi Sharmira Mutul, Erwin Leonel

Member Member

291 62

Elected Elected

Nah, Olga Elide Candidates Name Noh, Oudencio

Member Position Member

No.61 of Votes

Cob, Guadalupe

Member

Diaz, Edwin Enrique Candidates Name Menendez, Yovany Ronaldo

Member Member Member Member

Member Position Member

201 152 208 52 207 196 141 193 138 No. of Votes 140 Received 130

Molina, Josue Otoniel Chairpersons Quewell, Adelaid Arelita Ramirez, Alicia Esmeralda Alonso, Nehemias Marin, Elsa Amira Gonzalez, Elsa Marina

Member Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

131 141 99 51 194 53

Members Gonzalez, Enayda Rosalita Amaya, Pablo Pop, Anthony Inasio Camal, Shajir Alexander Castaneda, Pop, Clara Erika LeticiaAdebinelly Castaneda, Maria Magdalena Ramos, Oscar Alfredo Castaneda, Rene Ismael Castaneda, Yuraini Nessel Candidates Name Garcia, Ludwin Ivan

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Position Member

9555 9355 9753 9557 96 No. of Votes 96

Burgos, Antonia

Chairperson Cano, Ismael Herman Villalta, Sebastian Coba, Silvia Rosario Members Lin, Emmanuel Cu, Abner Oswany Lin, Lily Luciani Ku, Edward Luis Lima, Cesar Agusto Candidates Name Martinez, Isai Martinez, SandyChairpersons Jennifer Cano, Edita Yertrudis Mundo, Marvin Ernesto Tamay, Miriam Guadalupe Candidates Name

Member Member Chairperson Member Member Member Member Member

Member Position Member

192

Remarks Elected Elected Elected Elected

3.70% 11.53%

# of Registered Electors 363

Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected

# of Elected Registered Remarks Elected Electors

Elected Elected

533

Total Votes % of 3.53% Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected 3.24% Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes 11.33% 204 56.20% 0 11.62% 8 74.51% 12.02% 25.49% 11.97% 1145 0 11.33% 12.31% 11.16% 12.05% Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 12.23% Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes 11.35% 11.44% 54.97% 12.31% 33.79% 4.45% 66.21% 4.63%

293

1716

Elected

# of Registered Electors

11.19%

189 Elected Uncontested Elected 189 Elected Uncontested Elected No. of Votes # of Uncontested Remarks Elected Registered Received Uncontested Elected Electors

11.01% 11.01% Total Votes Polled

Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes Votes

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

178 Uncontested 184 Uncontested 176 Uncontested 170 Uncontested 171 Uncontested 176 Uncontested

8.53%

Village

Martinez, CindyCandidates Dorely Name Moralez, Patrick Justin

Member Position Member

LaVillage Gracia

Chairperson Candidates Name Zepeda, Walter

Position Chairperson

Louisville

Members Chairpersons Cisnero, Pott, IzaelEquileo Fuentes, Edgar Castaneda, Evelio

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson

Fuentes, Marvin Rolando Bol, DiderAlfonso Azareal Ramirez,

Member Member Member

Village

Yalbac

Flores, Marcela

Member Member Member Member Member

Yah, EmmanuelCandidates Isai Name

Member Position

Members Ayala, Sheila Jamilette

Member

No.167 of Votes 167 Received 168

0

11.07%

8.72%

Member

1

11.19%

190 Elected Uncontested Elected 192 Elected

182 Elected Uncontested Elected 179 Elected

Ku, Zeima Maryeli

0

0 4.80% 5.54% 4.80% 5.42% 5.65% 4.63% 5.54% 4.98% 5.59% Total Votes Spoilt Rejected 5.59% % of Votes % of Voter 5 Polled Turnout Votes 11.19% Polled Votes

Member Chairperson Member

Chairperson Position

4

11.90% 3.58%

Elected

Remarks Elected

14

3.41% 10.96% 3.29% 12.35%

Elected

Member

Chairperson Duck Run Three Barrios, Regina Natalia

Member Chairperson Member

192 Received

0

4.58% 1.62% 5.73% 1.73% 12.19% 1.45% 10.59% 1.62%

Elected

Elected

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

4.58% 4.79% 1.56% 5.73% 1.85%

59 268 57 302

Chairpersons Chan, Addi Amira Garcia, Roberto David Cob, Edmir Isaias Cano, Gladimir Huitz, Bethel Marianela Members Rosales, Betty Raquel Barrera, Gavina Eveline Yah, Loreli Sobelba Diaz, Carlos Alberto

5.13% 4.83%

Total Votes Spoilt Rejected # of % of Votes % of Voter Registered Turnout Spoilt Polled VotesRejected Votes TotalPolled Votes Electors # of % of Votes % of Voter Remarks Registered 981 432 44.04%Votes0 Votes Polled Turnout Polled Electors 22.22% 11 381 300 0 Elected 64.58% 78.74% 11.33% 13.19% 3 20.67% 2445 0 Elected 68.00% 5.07%

Member Member Member Member

56 Received 196

5.73%

Remarks

Basto, Arturo Martiniano Martinez, Edwin Alexix Cob, MairaDelroy Ivette Wilbert Meighan,

Castellanos, MarioOrlando Ramon Urbina, Darguin Cob, Santiago Zepeda, Nectaly

Date

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

9

5.34%

Canul, Dermi Yerani Perez, Victor Ismael Castaneda, Edwin Navir Members Coc, Greseidy Lisbet Cu, Novelly Hernandez, Roman Perez, Cristy Yohanna Xiu, Odely Andreina Perez, Ruben Castaneda Aban, Nereyda Elodia Quinonez, Ovidio Chan, Neftali Juda Tobar, Jendi Gudiel Espiritu, Carla Isel Tobar, Manuel Estuardo

Village

22/05/2022

Election 22/05/2022

Received 96

2022

4.83% 5.94%

Uncontested Elected 194 Elected Uncontested Elected 174 No. of Votes Remarks Received 168

22/05/2022 22/05/2022

Election

Chairperson

279 3457 62

Ramos, Angel Demetrio Alexander Cobb, Alberto Thomas, Kyle George Hwitz, Allen Ivan Fuller, Briget Esmelda Magana, Thelma Aurora Garcia,Martita AracelyArcielia Zetina,

Village

Position

No.Received of Votes

Chairperson Chairperson Chairperson Chairperson

Jacobs,Edwin NerifaJovanny Shaeree Basto, Martinez, Anthony Joseph "Cutty" Basto,Vanela Xiomara

22/05/2022

Position

Salazar, MarvinLindon Gian Neal, Norman White, Albino Isael Members Huitz, Alvaro Daniel Cal, Sarita

22/05/2022

160

No. of Votes COROZAL DISTRICT

Candidates Name

Village Camalote

Member

29 MAY

614

# of Registered Electors

368

52.72%

59.93%

0

4

47.28% Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected 2086 Polled Turnout 1 Polled Votes Votes 8.05% 8.58%

Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected

8.82%

14

8.44% 8.15%

Elected

8.20%

Elected Elected Elected

8.44%

8.01% Total Votes Spoilt Rejected # of % of Votes % of Voter 8.01% Registered Polled Turnout Polled Votes Votes 8.05% Electors # of No. of Votes Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Remarks Registered Polled Turnout Votes Received Polled Votes Uncontested Elected Electors 521 349 66.99% 0 Uncontested Elected 5 187 Elected 53.58% Uncontested Elected 162 46.42%

Remarks

2032

Uncontested Elected 190 Elected Uncontested Elected 188 Elected Uncontested Elected

181 Elected Uncontested Elected 183 No. of Votes Elected 183 Received

Elected Remarks

Uncontested

Elected

0 9.35% 9.25% 8.91%

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes Polled

9.01% Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 9.01% Polled Turnout Votes Votes

Continued on page 33

Electors

29 MAY

2022

La Gracia

Date Election Date

22/05/2022

Election Date

Village Village Yalbac

San Pedro

Elected

Cisnero, Equileo

Member

Uncontested

Elected

Fuentes, Edgar

Member

Uncontested

Elected

Zepeda, Nectaly

Member

Uncontested

Elected

COROZAL Position DISTRICTRemarks

Members Candidates Name Ayala, Sheila Jamilette Castillo, Heronimo Alexander Chairpersons Castillo, Mirna Consuelo

Village

Basto, Edwin Jovanny Candidates Name Basto,Vanela Xiomara

Member Position Member

Cobb, Alberto Demetrio Chairpersons Hwitz, Allen Ivan Teul, Alvino Magana, Thelma Aurora Teul, Ike Lee Zetina, Martita Arcielia Members Basto, Arturo Martiniano Chun, Medard Cob, Maira Ivette Sho, Antonio Cob, Obed Javier Sho, Epifanio Mutul, Erwin Leonel Teck, Nicholas

Member

Nah, Olga Elide Tush, Romelia Tush, Sebastian Noh, Oudencio Castellanos, Rudolpho Cob, Guadalupe Cho, Henry Chan, Addi Amira Coc, Everilda Cob, Edmir Isaias Sho, Hermilio Huitz, Bethel Marianela Teul, Reuben Rosales, Betty Raquel Tush, Adrian Yah, Loreli Sobelba

Election Village Village

Candidates Name Candidates Name

RedRoman Bank San

Chairpersons Chairpersons Ikal, Augustine Ramirez, Alicia Esmeralda Cal, Kenroy Simpson Marin, Elsa Amira

22/05/2022 22/05/2022

Village Village

Placencia Santa Clara

22/05/2022

Village

Independence Election Date

Village

Louisville

22/05/2022

22/05/2022

32 Received 28

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

30 122 25 97 28

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

59 113 57 104 64 83 6295 61 108 104 56 97 196 114 201 103 208 112 207 103 196 108 No.193 of Votes No. of Votes Received Received

Position Position

245 99 263 194

Bol, Emelio Amaya, Pablo Cal, Marcario Camal, Shajir Alexander Kanti, Jeremiah Castaneda, Erika Adebinelly Castaneda, Kuc, ElieioMaria Magdalena Castaneda, Rene Ismael Mucu, Tomas Castaneda, Yuraini Nessel Sho, William Wilbert

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

250 95 249 93 250 97 95 249 96 246 96 242

Akal, Vicente Garcia, Ludwin Ivan Cho, Ricardo Burgos, Antonia Choc, Ismael Plutarco Cano, Herman Dominguez, Nancy Marisol Coba, Silvia Rosario Ical, Leonso Lin, Emmanuel Sub, Juan Lin, Lily Luciani

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

248 192 250 192 246 190 249 192 240 189 248 189 No. of Votes No. of Votes Received Received

Candidates Name Candidates Name Chairpersons Chairpersons Linarez, Justin Jamie Cano, Edita Yertrudis Garbutt, Warren Bert Tamay, Miriam Guadalupe Members Dial, Brice Myers

22/05/2022

No.27 of Votes

Chairperson Chairperson Chairperson Chairperson

Members Members

Date

Chairperson Member Member Chairperson

STANN CREEK DISTRICT

22/05/2022

Election

Position Member Member Member Chairperson Member

Members

22/05/2022

Election Election Date Date

# of Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Registered Polled Turnout VotesRejected Votes No.Received of Votes TotalPolled Votes Spoilt Electors # of % of Votes % of Voter Remarks Registered Polled Turnout Votes Received Polled Votes Uncontested Elected Electors Uncontested Elected 381 300 78.74% 0 Uncontested Elected 34 11.33% Uncontested Elected 3 62 20.67% Uncontested Elected Uncontested Elected 204 Elected 68.00% No. of Votes

Candidates Name

Salazar, Marvin Gian Juanita McCullouck, Apolonia White, Reyes, Albino Santos Isael Rowland, Catalina Huitz, Alvaro Daniel

Maya Mopan

Date Date

Uncontested

ELECTIONS AND BOUNDARIES DEPARTMENT Fuentes, Marvin Rolando Member Uncontested Elected VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS HELD ON 22nd May 2022 Ramirez, Alfonso Member Uncontested Elected Urbina, Darguin Orlando Member RESULTS Uncontested Elected OFFICIAL

Continued from page 32 Election

THE BELIZE TIMES Chairperson

Members

22/05/2022

33

Chairperson Zepeda, Walter

Position Position Chairperson Chairperson Chairperson Chairperson

117 194 191 174

Remarks

Elected

Elected

Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected

Remarks Remarks

Elected Elected Elected

Elected

195 168

Elected

Canul, Dermi Yerani Leslie, Charles Beresford Castaneda, Edwin Navir Leslie, Leomar Eugene Coc, Greseidy Lisbet Lopez, Cindy Eloise Hernandez, Roman Lopez, Sheldon Clerence Xiu, Odely Andreina Garbutt, Walter Bernard Castaneda Aban, Nereyda Elodia Villanueva, Conrad Llewellyn Chan, Neftali Juda Westby, Tiffanile Roma Espiritu, Carla Isel

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

Candidates Name Ku, Zeima Maryeli

Position Member

Martinez, Cindy Dorely Chairpersons Moralez, Patrick Justin Garbutt, Clifton James Jr Ramclam, Mally Diana Name Candidates Members Burgess, DenishaChairpersons Ronnise Linarez, Pott, IzaelKen Burnice Lozano, Diego Anthony Castaneda, Evelio Parham, Kent Gerald

Member

Nunez, Fidel Fabian Young, Michaelynn Carmita

8.43% 5.54% 8.39% 5.42% 8.43% 5.65% 5.54% 8.39% 5.59% 8.29% 5.59% 8.16%

0

12.09%

1

3

5 8 8.36% 11.19% 8.43% 11.19% 8.29% Elected 11.07% Elected 8.39% Elected 11.19% 8.09% Elected 11.01% 8.36% Elected 11.01% # of Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of VoterSpoilt Rejected Total Votes # of Remarks Registered % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes Remarks Registered Polled Votes Electors Polled Polled Turnout Votes Votes Electors 497 308 61.97% 1 614 368 59.93% 0 8 37.99% 4 Elected 52.72% Elected 62.01% 47.28% 0 1662

201

Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected

Elected Elected Elected Remarks

Elected Remarks

Member Member Chairperson Member Chairperson

579 598 187 592 162

Elected Elected Elected Elected

596

Elected

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

630 190 578 188 336 181 304 183 309 183 297

Elected Elected Elected Elected

Member Member

289 337

Member

51.77% 66.21%

Elected Elected Elected

Member Member

Torres, Zerrick Coran Bol, Dider Azareal Zabaneh, Emilio Basilio Castellanos, Mario Ramon Cadle, Darnell Shean Cob, Santiago Foreman, Delmy Lulu Flores, Marcela Godoy, Curtis Gian Yah, Emmanuel Isai Longsworth, Marie Antonette

Total Votes

2967 1716

Elected

Member

Member 168 Chairperson No. of648 Votes Chairperson 293 Position Received

0 Spoilt Rejected 1.56% % of Votes % of Voter 1.85% Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes 1.62% 376 219 58.24% 0 1.73% 2 55.71% 1.45% 44.29% 1.62% 1244 1 3.41% 9.08% 3.29% 8.36% 3.70% 4 6.67% 3.58% 7.64% 3.53% 8.68% 8.36% 3.24% 2 7.80% 11.33% 9.16% 11.62% 8.28% 12.02% 9.00% 11.97% 8.28% 11.33% 8.68% Total Votes 11.16% Spoilt Rejected # of % of Votes % of VoterSpoilt Rejected # of Total Votes Registered % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Registered Electors Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors 660 508 76.97% 1 533 293 54.97% 0 1 2 48.23% 33.79%

Elected Elected

Hamilton, Henry Barrios, Regina Natalia

182 123 179 202 178 176 184 232 176 144 170 184 171 205 No.176 of Votes 167 Received 167

1730

# of Registered Electors

2086

11.73% 8.05%

8.72% 7.40% 8.58% 12.15% 8.53% 3 10.59% 8.82% 13.96% 14 8.44% 8.66% 8.15% 11.07% 8.20% 12.33% 8.44% # of Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 8.01% Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors 8.01% 2167 941 43.42% 5 8.05% 35 68.86% # of Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter 31.14% Registered Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes 7 Electors 5445 10.63% 66.99% 521 349 0 10.98% 5 53.58% 10.87% 46.42%

2032

Elected Elected Elected

# of

10.95% 11.57% 9.35% 10.62% 9.25% 6.17% 8.91% 5.58% 9.01% 5.67% 9.01% 5.45% 5.31% 6.19%

0

16

Continued on page 34

Members Burgess, Denisha Ronnise Linarez, Ken Burnice Lozano, Diego Anthony Parham, Kent Gerald

34

22/05/2022

Torres, Zerrick Coran

Longsworth, Marie Antonette

Nunez, Fidel Fabian Young, Michaelynn Carmita Village Village

Santa Cruz San Pedro

22/05/2022

22/05/2022 Election

Nah, Olga Elide Chairpersons Noh, OudencioRicardo Oh, Romalda Chun, Francisco Cob, Guadalupe Chan, Addi Amira Members Cal, Eric Norman Cob, Edmir Isaias Cal, Francisca Huitz, Bethel Marianela Shal, Carnacion Marcella Rosales, Betty Raquel Taca, Timothy Felix Yah, Loreli Sobelba Villanueva, Dominga Williams, Kenrick Lanford Candidates Name Ash, Victoriano Chiac, Juana Francisco Chairpersons Oh, Prudencio Marcellino Shal, Gelasio Ramirez, Alicia Esmeralda Shal, Sisto Alejandro Marin, Elsa Amira Villanueva, Gregorio Members Amaya, Pablo Candidates Name Camal, Shajir Alexander

Village

Election Village Date

Seine Bight

22/05/2022

Village

Santa Clara

Date

Election

22/05/2022 Date

Member Member Member

630 578 336

Elected Elected

11.57% 10.62% 6.17%

Mutul, Erwin Leonel

Member

61 5699 81 196

Elected Elected

201 100 208 77 207 88 196 98 193 88 No. of Votes 89 Received 81

Elected Elected Elected

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Position Member Member Member Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member Member Position Member

Castaneda, Erika Adebinelly Castaneda, MariaChairpersons Magdalena Williams, Judith Cecilia Castaneda, Rene Ismael Castaneda, Yuraini Aleman, Jose MariaNessel Lopez, Hilton Garcia, LudwinJeffery Ivan Burgos, Antonia Members Arzu, Laverne Helen Cano, Ismael Herman Arzu, Macaria Russell Coba, Lopez,Silvia ElvisRosario Eric Lin, Emmanuel Ramirez, Anthony Ivan Lin, Lily Luciani Guzman, Monique Roshawn Martinez, Ewart Claude Palacio, Akin Mariano Candidates Name Ramirez, Kirwin Myron Smith, Trinell Rosemary Chairpersons Valdez, Mellissa Aloma Cano, Edita Yertrudis

Member Member Chairperson Member Member Chairperson Chairperson Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Position Member Member Member Chairperson

Member Chairperson Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

Village

Hernandez, Roman Candidates Name Xiu, Odely Andreina

Member Position Member

Maya Center

Castaneda Aban, Nereyda Elodia Chairpersons Bolon,Neftali Antonio Carlos Chan, Juda Pop Jr., Domingo Espiritu, Carla Isel Members Ku, Zeima Maryeli Bolon, Orlando Oscar Martinez, Cindy Dorely Choc, Anselmo Paul Moralez, Patrick Justin Pop, Alvin Leonard

Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member

Village

Pop, Patricia Rebecca Pop, Rosenda Candidates Patricia Name Teul, Orlando Bolon, Mariano Chairpersons Pott, Izael Cucul, Silvano

Castaneda, Evelio Pop, Francisco Pop, Medesto Maximilliano Sho, Timothy Marcolino Bol, Azareal Sho,Dider William Celestino Castellanos, Mario Ramon Cob, Santiago

Election

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Position Member Member Member Chairperson Member Chairperson Member Member Member Member Member Member

304

192 31 190 28 192 38 189 42 189 141 No. of165 Votes 177 Received 180 162 153 194

41 174 50

46 168 41 182 32 179 37 178 No. of Votes 184 Received 176 170 114 171 93 176 167 109 167 108 168 107 No. of109 Votes 107 Received 110 97 187 101 162 100 95 97 190 98 188

1029

Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected # of Elected Remarks Registered Electors

80 79 Elected 9983 83 194 Elected 83 No. of Votes 95 Remarks 93 Received 97 95 9635 96 186 Elected 27 192 Elected

180

2022 16

5.58% 5.67% 5.45%

533

Village

Name Yah, EmmanuelCandidates Isai

Barranco

Chairpersons Cayetano, Fabian

Chairperson

3.24% 55.00% 45.00% 11.33%

59.21%

0 7

293

1716

7.77% 7.68% 54.97% 8.07% 33.79% 8.07% 66.21% 8.07%

0 1

0 Spoilt Rejected 5.54% % of Votes % of Voter 5.42% Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes 5.65% 464 248 53.45% 1 5.54% 14.11% 5.59% 6 5.59% 75.00% 5 10.89% 11.19% 1364 2 Elected 11.19% 2.27% Elected 11.07% 2.05% Elected 11.19% 2.79% Elected 11.01% 3.08% Elected 11.01% Elected 10.34% Elected 12.10% Total Votes Spoilt Rejected # of % of Votes % of Voter Elected Registered 12.98% Remarks Polled Polled Turnout Votes Votes Elected Electors 13.20% Elected 11.88% 5 614 368 59.93% 0 Elected 11.22% 4 Elected 52.72% 3.01% 47.28%

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes

2086

Elected Elected Elected Elected Remarks Elected

Elected

# of Registered Electors 289

Elected

Elected Elected Elected # of Elected Remarks Elected Registered Elected Electors 521 Elected

3.67%

1 3.37% 8.05% 3.01% 8.72% 2.35% 8.58% 2.71% 8.53% Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % 8.82% of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes 14Votes Polled 8.44%

207

1238

8.15% 55.07% 8.20% 44.93% 8.44%

71.63%

0

0

0 8.01% 8.80% 8.01% 8.72% 8.05% 8.64% Total Votes Spoilt Rejected 8.80% % of Votes % of Voter 8.64% Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes 8.89% 1 349 0 7.84% 66.99% 5 53.58% 8.16%

2032 Elected Elected

No.183 of Votes Elected Remarks 183 Elected Received 9

3.53%

0 11.62% 9.72% 12.02% 7.48% 11.97% 8.55% 11.33% 9.52% 11.16% 8.55% Total Votes Spoilt Rejected 4 8.65% % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Polled Votes Votes 7.87%

TOLEDO DISTRICT Member 181 Elected Member Position Member

Date

Flores, Marcela

297

Member Chairperson Chairperson Member

Guzman, Charla Karell Barrios, Regina Natalia Thomans, Avery Lance Canul, Dermi Yerani Valerio, Albert John aka " How Now " Castaneda, Edwin Navir Williams, Alexander Leonard Coc, Greseidy Lisbet

Louisville

22/05/2022

10.95%

29 MAY

289 5.31% 337 6.19% # of No. of Votes Total Votes Spoilt Rejected # of No. of Votes Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Position Remarks Registered % of Votes % of Voter Position Polled Turnout Votes Received Remarks Registered Polled Votes Polled Turnout Votes Received Polled Votes Electors Electors 640 250 39.06% 0 19 Chairperson 208 Elected 83.20% 381 300 78.74% 0 Chairperson 42 16.80% Chairperson 34 11.33% 3 0 1376 Chairperson 62 20.67% Member 201 Elected 14.61% Chairperson 204 Elected 68.00% Member 200 Elected 14.53% Member 194 Elected 14.10% 1730 0 Member 195 Elected 14.17% Member 27 1.56% Member 196 Elected 14.24% Member 32 1.85% Member 197 Elected 14.32% 16 Member 28 1.62% Member 37 2.69% Member 3041 1.73% Member 2.98% Member 25 1.45% Member 37 2.69% Member 28 1.62% Member 40 2.91% Member 5938 3.41% Member 2.76% Member 3.29% No.57 of Votes Total Votes Spoilt Rejected # of % of Votes % of Voter Member 64 3.70% Position Remarks Registered Turnout Votes 4Votes Polled Received Polled Member 62 3.58% Electors

Augustine, Densfield Errol aka "Saylah" Tamay, Miriam Guadalupe Augustine, Peter Justo

22/05/2022 Election

Elected

10.63% 10.98% 10.87%

Member Member

Chairpersons Scott, Vicent Casey Chairpersons Cucul, Pedro Salazar, Marvin Gian Members White, Albino Isael Bac, Andrea Huitz, Alvaro Daniel Cruz, Dexian Ermenejildo Cruz, Jonathan Eliceo Members Geier, Ilomanda Basto, Edwin Jovanny Grijalva, Elijio Enrique Basto,Vanela Xiomara Sanabria, Juan Humberto Cobb, Alberto Demetrio Allen, Steven Alexander Hwitz, Allen Ivan Kenny Canchan, Johnny Magana, Thelma Aurora Jones, Christine Elizabeth Zetina, Martita Arcielia Ortiz, Margarito Basto, Arturo Martiniano Westby, James Cleeve Cob, Maira Ivette

Santa Rosa

San Roman

Date

596

Member

Candidates Name Candidates Name

Cob, Obed Javier Candidates Name

22/05/2022

Election

Member

COROZAL DISTRICT

Village Date

22/05/2022

Elected Elected Elected

ELECTIONS AND BOUNDARIES DEPARTMENT VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS HELD ON 22nd May 2022 Member 304 Godoy, Curtis Gian Member 309 OFFICIAL RESULTS

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Date

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579 598 592

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Zabaneh, Emilio Basilio Cadle, Darnell Shean Foreman, Delmy Lulu

Election Election Date Date

5445

Member Member Member

46.42% 8.08% 7.67% 7.84% 9.35% 7.92% 9.25%

0

8.91%

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes

62

40

Polled

Spoilt Rejected 9.01% % of Votes % of Voter 9.01% Polled Turnout Votes Votes 22.50%

64.52%

0 Continued on page 35

Pop Jr., Domingo

29 MAY

2022

Chairperson

Members Bolon, Orlando Oscar Choc, Anselmo Paul Pop, Alvin Leonard Pop, Patricia Rebecca Pop, Rosenda Patricia Teul, Orlando Bolon, Mariano Cucul, Silvano Pop, Francisco Pop, Medesto Maximilliano Sho, Timothy Marcolino Sho, William Celestino

22/05/2022

Date Village

Candidates Name

Candidates Name

Chairpersons Cayetano, Fabian Colon, Leslie Chairpersons Mariano, Beatrice Salazar, Marvin Gian Members White, Albino Coc, Isael George Dean, Dawn Huitz, Alvaro Daniel Arzu, Jerry Patrickgean Carillo, Guillermo Members Rash, Alfredo Basto, Edwin Jovanny Zuniga, Dersie Basto,Vanela Xiomara Alvarez, Antonia Arzu,Demetrio Francis Cobb, Alberto Casimro, Tanisha Hwitz, Allen Ivan Colon, Trevor Magana, Thelma Aurora Martin Nunez, Francisco Valencio, Daisy Zetina, Martita Arcielia

Barranco

San Pedro

22/05/2022

Election

22/05/2022

Chairpersons

Akal, Feliciano Noh, Oudencio

Members

Village

Candidates Name

Chairpersons

Garcia, Ludwin Ivan

Village

Burgos, Antonia

Candidates Name Chairperson

Coba, Silvia Rosario

Pan, Miguel Members

Lin, Lily Luciani

Choc, Vicente

22/05/2022

Chun,Candidates Alberto Name

Village

Chun, Marvin

Pan, Pedro

Chairperson

Members

Chairperson

Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Remarks Elected Remarks

Cuevas, Evan Dennis

Uncontested 95 Uncontested 93

97 Uncontested 95 Uncontested 96 Uncontested

Member

96 Uncontested No.192 of Votes

Member

192 Received

Position

Member

190

Member

192

Member

Uncontested

189

Member

189 Member No. Uncontested of Votes Member Uncontested Position Received Member Uncontested

Member Position

Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected

# of Remarks Registered Elected Electors

Elected

Moralez, Patrick Justin

Chairperson

Tox, Putul Santiago

Village 22/05/2022

Candidates Name

Members

Peck, Rolando Avelo

Pott, Izael

Chairpersons

Peck, Victoriano

Village

Candidates Name

San Lucas

Members

Castaneda, Evelio

Alvin Bol, DiderCal, Azareal

Cal, Julio Ramon Castellanos, Mario Ico, Santa

11.07%

Elected

11.19%

Elected

11.01%

Elected

Elected

Elected

Elected

Remarks

Total Votes

614

368

# of Registered Electors

Polled

Total Votes

Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes Votes 52.72%

8.58%

Elected

8.53%

Uncontested

Elected Elected

176

Elected

Member

Uncontested

Member

Uncontested

Member

Uncontested

Member Member Member Position Member

170

171 Uncontested

176 Uncontested No.167 of Votes Received 167

8.82%

Elected

8.15%

Elected

8.20%

Elected

Elected Elected Remarks

168 Chairperson No. Uncontested of Votes Elected Position Remarks Received

8.44% # of Registered

Total Votes % of Votes 8.01% % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes

8.01%

# of Registered Electors

Total Votes

521

349

Member

Uncontested Elected

Member

Uncontested Elected 187 Elected No. of Votes # of Remarks 162 Registered Received

Position Chairperson

Polled

8.05% Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes Votes 53.58%

Uncontested 190

Member

Uncontested

Member Member

Flores, Marcela

Member

Yah, Emmanuel Isai Salam, Santiago

Member Member

Uncontested 188

Elected Elected

Elected Elected Elected

9.25%

Elected

183

Elected

9.01%

Elected Elected

9.01%

Uncontested

Member

Uncontested

183 Uncontested

Elected Elected

0

0 9.35%

181

Member

66.99%

Total Votes % of Votes % of Voter Spoilt Rejected Polled 46.42% Turnout Votes Polled Votes

2032 Member Member

14

8.44%

Elected

Member

Chairperson

8.05%

Elected

184

4

47.28%

178

Member Member

0

Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Polled Turnout Votes Votes 1

8.72%

Member

59.93%

2086 Polled

Elected

Uncontested

5

11.01% # of Registered Electors

179

Chairperson

Member

Member

Pan, Nela

Polled

Elected

Elected Remarks

0

Spoilt Rejected 11.19% % of Votes % of Voter Polled 11.19% Turnout Votes Votes

Elected

Cob, Santiago

Ico, Sebastian

Received

Total Votes

182

Member Member

Martinez, Cindy Dorely

1

5.54% 5.42% 5.65% 5.54% 5.59% 5.59%

Elected

Elected

4

66.21%

168

Member

Otoxha

Uncontested 174 No. of Votes

2

33.79%

Member

Chan, Neftali Juda Wather, Anthony Barrington Candidates Name

0

3.53% 0 6.35%3.24% 6.51% 11.33% 6.51% 5.87% 11.62% 6.67% 12.02% 6.19% 4 11.97% 10.16% 10.00% 11.33% 10.16% 11.16% 10.79% # of Total Votes10.48% Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Registered 10.32% Polled Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors # of Total Votes Spoilt Rejected % of Votes % of Voter Registered Turnout 54.97% Polled293 Polled Votes Votes 533 0 Electors 630

Member

Castaneda Aban, Nereyda Elodia

Ku, Zeima Maryeli Village

65.50% 3.70% 41.07% 3.58% 58.93%

1716 Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

Member

Espiritu, Carla Young,Isel Danette Arlene

112

99

Chairperson Uncontested Chairperson 194

Xiu, Odely Andreina

Cuevas, Natasha Nicole

22/05/2022

Member 42 208 Member 39 Member 207 Member 64 Member 63 Member 196 Member 64 Member 193 Member 68 No. of Votes Member 66 Position Member 65 Received No. of Votes Position Received

Elected

Chairperson

Candidates Name

Cuevas, Leonardo Victor

22/05/2022

37 201

Tamay, Miriam Guadalupe

Burgess, Deborah Lynn Hernandez, Roman

Louisville

41

Elected Elected

Coc, Greseidy Lisbet

Election Date

61

Elected

Uncontested 194

Cuevas, Eloydia Diane

Election Date

46 62 66

Member Chairperson

Castaneda, Edwin Navir

22/05/2022

Member Member

171

64

Chairpersons Salam, Jose Cano, Edita Yertrudis

Canul, Dermi Yerani

22/05/2022

59

Received 57

Elected

MonkeyBarrios, River Regina Natalia

Date

1

Total Votes Spoilt Rejected # of % of Votes % of Voter Total Votes Spoilt Rejected Registered # of Polled Turnout Polled Votes % of Votes % of Voter Votes Electors Remarks Registered Polled64.52% Turnout Votes Votes 62 40Polled 0 Electors 22.50% 1 35.00% 381 300 78.74% 0 Elected 42.50% 11.33% 3 206 0 20.67% 7.28% 6.80% Elected 68.00% 4.85% 1730 4.85% 0 5.83% 1.56% Elected 10.68% 0 Elected 9.22%1.85% Elected 9.71%1.62% Elected 10.19% 1.73% Elected 11.17% Elected 12.14%1.45% 7.28%1.62% Total Votes Spoilt Rejected # of % of Votes 3.41% % of Voter Remarks Registered Polled 3.29% Turnout Votes Polled Votes Electors

Uncontested

Village

Date

Election

35

0

8.80% 8.72% 8.64% 8.80% 8.64% 8.89% 7.84% 8.16% 8.08% 7.67% 7.84% 7.92%

Remarks

Member

Salam, Jose

Election

Member

Chairperson

Lin, Emmanuel

Santa Clara

Member

10 10 2712 22 3219 2820 21 30 23 2525 2815 No. of Votes

Member

Cano, Ismael Herman Dolores

Date

Chairperson Member Chairperson

6215

14 204

Coy, Alehandro Coy, Marcos Huitz, Bethel Cal, Marianela Karen Carolina Chub,Raquel Marvin Rosales, Betty Coy, Ernesto Yah, Loreli Sobelba Keh, Obedio Paquiul, Sinesio Name Rash,Candidates Severina

Members Members Jacobs, Ray Stephen Amaya, Pablo Jacobs, Suzette Andrea Camal, Shajir Alexander Castaneda,Lira, Erika Adebinelly Consuela Castaneda,Marsden, Maria Magdalena Auzryn Jaden Castaneda,Noralez, Rene Ismael Adrian Raymudo Castaneda,Pratt, Yuraini Nessel Destiny Nasha

Date

Member

34

196 41

Williams, Marin, Elsa AmiraPaula Delva

Election

Position

9 14 17

Member Member

Chairperson Punta Ramirez, Negra Alicia Esmeralda

22/05/2022

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

Received

Cob, Guadalupe Chub, Alehandro Cob, Edmir Isaias

22/05/2022

Member Chairperson

Received

5640

Coc, Hector Noe Chan, Addi Amira

Roman

Chairperson Member

No. of Votes

Member Member

Bo, Fernando Lasabal

San Date

Chairperson

Member

Nah, Olga Elide

Village

Chairperson Chairperson Chairperson

Member

Candidates Name

Choc, Marcos Mutul, Erwin Leonel Bo, Calistro

Election

Position

Cob, Maira Ivette

Obed Javier CriqueCob, Sarco

22/05/2022

Position

Basto, Arturo Martiniano

Village

Date

Date

Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected

TOLEDO DISTRICT DISTRICT COROZAL No. of Votes Village

Date

109 108 107 109 107 110 97 101 100 95 97 98

ELECTIONS AND BOUNDARIES DEPARTMENT VILLAGE COUNCIL ELECTIONS HELD ON 22nd May 2022 OFFICIAL RESULTS

Election

Election

Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member Member

44.93%

1238

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Election

93

8.91%

5

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2022

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VACANCY NOTICE: EXECUTIVE ENGINEER MINISTRY OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING Applications are invited from suitable qualified persons to fill three (3) vacant positions of Executive Engineer, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing.

Basic Purpose of the Post The basic purpose of the post is to provide the following: (i)

To build capacity and provide general technical support to the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing in respect to structural design, assessment, supervision and maintenance of buildings and bridges which falls under the legislated portfolio of the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing

(ii)

Provide a range of engineering services required in the design, selection of contractors and suppliers, quality control monitoring of construction materials in respect of the civil works and other activities to be implemented by the Government.

These functions shall be carried out in accordance with the Public service Regulations, Stores and Financial Orders and the finance and Audit Reform Act of 2005.

Qualifications /Experience The Executive Engineer should be in possession of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience in providing technical and civil engineering services particularly, design, analysis and construction supervision of public buildings and bridges.

The Executive Engineer must be a professional engineer registered with the Association of Professional Engineers of Belize or other accredited international institution recognized by the Government of Belize.

Essential Skills: The essential skills are as follows: (i)

Lead and inspire staff to work hard and to take personal responsibility for their own decisions and work

(ii) Able to read, comprehend and summarize verbally or in writing complex reports; (iii) Prepare and interpret contract documentation (iv) Able to read and interpret for others complex designs, specifications and drawings (v) Write clear comprehensive reports, and to present them verbally to superiors and non-technical groups (vi) Fully competent in the theory and design of timber, steel and concrete building structures (vii) Competent in making all measurements and calculations relating to design and analysis of bridges and building structures (viii) Competent in making all measurements and calculations relating to repairs and maintenance of bridges and building structures (ix) The Executive Engineer, during the performance of his services, shall work closely with the Chief Engineer, Ministry of on all technical matters for successful delivery of services. (x) The Executive Engineer will be required to do field visits to all sites of works and activities during the performance of his duties as set out in the TOR. Responsibilities and Duties: The Executive Engineer shall provide the following services: 1. Design of building structures in accordance with internationally accepted codes and standards and prepare all engineering drawings or sketches that may be required for the works.

2. Inspect and conduct a detail assessment in accordance with internationally accepted codes and standards of Public Building for the purposes of valuation, determination of its structural integrity and

maintenance needs.

3. Inspect and conduct a detail assessment of bridges in accordance with internationally accepted codes and standards for the purposes of valuation, determination of its structural integrity and maintenance needs.

4. Prepare Bill of Quantities for any maintenance works, renovation, retrofitting or new construction of buildings and bridges identified by the Ministry.

5. Supervise and monitor any maintenance works, renovation, retrofitting or new construction of buildings or bridges as directed by the Chief Engineer. Prepare and maintain inspection and engineering reports and records to adequately document the progress and performance of the works.

6. Evaluate contractors’ price proposals offered through direct contracting and/or a competitive bidding process and present the findings in a tender evaluation report to the Chief Engineer.

7. Submit monthly updates to the Chief Engineer on the progress of the works, the contractor’s performance, quality of works and the project’s financial status and forecasts.

8. Attend and participate in all meetings convened by the Ministry; 9. Examine and make recommendations on all claims from contractors for time extensions, extra compensations, work or expenses or other similar matters and recommend the issuance of variation orders as necessary.

10. Furnish timely assistance and direction to contractors in all matters related to the interpretation of the contract documents, ground survey controls, quality control testing, and other matters relating to contract and progress of the Program.

11. Advise the Ministry with regards to any matter which may be the subject of arbitration, inquiry or litigation and, when requested, assist the Ministry before any court or in any arbitration or at any inquiry dealing with any matter arising from or in connection with the execution of the works.

12. Conduct field measurements and compute quantities of approved and accepted work and materials, check and adjust as necessary and certify the contractor’s interim and final payment certificates.

13. Review all contractors’ working drawings, shop drawings, erection drawings, and drawings for temporary works and act as appropriate thereon.

14. Inspect the safety and environmental protection aspects (as defined in Belizean Laws) of construction works and methods to ensure that every reasonable measure has been taken to protect life, environment and property.

15. Perform any and all other items of works not specifically mentioned above, but which are necessary and essential to successfully supervise and control the construction activities in accordance with the plans, specifications and terms of contract.

16. Be available to respond to emergency call-out by the Chief Engineer for matters pertaining to the Ministry’s legislated portfolio and having to do with protection of life, public safety and its public infrastructural assets.

17. Be available to respond to emergency call-out to assist the Ministry and the Government of Belize with Disaster duties whenever the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) of Belize is activated.

Reporting Responsibility The Executive Engineer will report to the Chief Engineer.

Salary Remuneration depends on qualification and experience.

Interested Persons in possession of the required qualifications and experience and who have the aptitude for the post are to submit their application, with copies of qualifications, resume and two (2) references to the Chief Executive Officer, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing, #1 Power Lane, Belmopan, Belize, no later than Friday, 3rd June 2022.

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VACANCY NOTICE: SENIOR ARCHITECT MINISTRY OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING Applications are invited from suitable qualified persons to fill one (1) vacant position of Senior Architect, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing.

Basic Purpose of Post The Basic Purpose of the Post is to provide the following: (i) To build capacity and provide general technical support to the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing (MIDH) in respect to Architectural design, assessment of civil works and construction supervision and maintenance of roads and drainage systems which falls under the legislated portfolio of the MIDH. (ii)

Provide a range of architectural services required in the design, selection of contractors and suppliers, quality control monitoring of construction materials and geotechnical investigations in respect of the civil works and other activities to be implemented by the Government. These functions shall be carried out in accordance with the Public Service Regulations, Stores and Financial Orders and the Finance and Audit Reform Act of 2005.

Qualifications /Experience The Sr. Architect should be in possession of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience in providing architectural services particularly, architectural design, layout and construction supervision of buildings and related Works. The Sr. Architect must be a professional Architect registered with the Association of Professional Architect of Belize or other accredited international institution recognized by the Government of Belize.

Essential Skills: The essential skills are as follows: (i) Lead and inspire staff to work hard and to take personal responsibility for their own decisions and work (ii) ports

(vi) (vii)

Supervise construction of buildings and related civil works. Prepare and maintain inspection and engineering reports and records to adequately document the progress and performance of the works.

(viii)

Evaluate contractors’ price proposals offered through direct contracting and/or a competitive bidding process and present the findings in a tender evaluation report to the Chief Engineer.

(ix)

Submit monthly updates to the Chief Engineer on the progress of the works, the contractor’s performance, quality of works and the project’s financial status and forecasts.

(x)

Attend and participate in all meetings convened by the Ministry

(xi)

Examine and make recommendations on all claims from contractors for time extensions, extra compensations, work or expenses or other similar matters and recommend the issuance of variation orders as necessary.

(xii)

Furnish timely assistance and direction to contractors in all matters related to the interpretation of the contract documents, ground survey controls, quality control testing, and other matters relating to contract and progress of the Program.

(xiii)

Advise the Ministry with regards to any matter which may be the subject of arbitration, inquiry or litigation and, when requested, assist the Ministry before any court or in any arbitration or at any inquiry dealing with any matter arising from or in connection with the execution of the works.

(xiv)

Conduct field measurements and compute quantities of approved and accepted work and materials, check and adjust as necessary and certify the contractor’s interim and final payment certificates.

(xv)

Review all contractors’ working drawings, shop drawings, erection drawings, and drawings for temporary works and act as appropriate thereon.

(xvi)

Inspect the safety and environmental protection aspects (as defined in Belizean Laws) of construction works and methods to ensure that every reasonable measure has been taken to protect life, environment and property.

(xvii)

Perform any and all other items of works not specifically mentioned above, but which are necessary and essential to successfully supervise and control the construction activities in accordance with the plans, specifications and terms of contract.

Read, comprehend and summarize verbally or in writing complex re-

(iii) Prepare and interpret contract documentation for buildings and civil works (iv) ings

Have competency to interpret complex designs, specifications and draw-

(v)

Write clear comprehensive reports, and to present them verbally to superiors and non-technical groups

(vii)

Competent in making all measurements and calculations relating to repairs and maintenance of Building Structures

(ix)

The Sr. Architect, during the performance of his services, shall work closely with the Chief Engineer, MIDH on all technical matters for successful delivery of services.

The Sr. Architect will be required to do field visits to all sites of works and activities during the performance of his contractual obligations as set out in the TOR

(x)

Duties and Responsibilities (i) Develop and prepare architectural designs for environmentally friendly buildings in accordance with internationally accepted codes and standards and reflecting the client needs (ii)

Design Architectural Layouts based on Client’s needs

(iii)

Conduct structural assessment of building structures in accordance with internationally accepted codes and standards

(iv)

Conduct valuation of a building structure in accordance with internationally accepted codes and standards for the purposes of valuation, determination of its structural integrity and maintenance needs

(v)

Prepare Bill of Quantities for any maintenance works, renovation, retrofitting or new construction of buildings identified by the Minis-

try.

Prepare construction drawings for various types of building structures and related civil works.

(xviii) Make himself available and respond to emergency call-out by the Chief Engineer for matters pertaining to the Ministry’s legislated portfolio and having to do with protection of life, public safety and its public infrastructural assets. (xix)

Make himself available and respond to emergency call-out to assist the Ministry and the Government of Belize with Disaster duties whenever the National Emergency Management Organization of Belize is activated.

Location of Work: Place of Employment will be Belmopan.

Reporting Responsibility The Sr. Architect will report to the Head of Engineering and Planning.

Salary Government Payscale 21 of $ 34,296 x $1480 - $62,416 per annum.

Interested Persons in possession of the required qualifications and experience and who have the aptitude for the post are to submit their application, with copies of qualifications, resume and two (2) references to the Chief Executive Officer, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing, #1 Power Lane, Belmopan, Belize, no later than Friday, 3rd June 2022.

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VACANCY NOTICE: EXECUTIVE ENGINEER MINISTRY OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING Applications are invited from suitable qualified persons to fill two (2) vacant positions of Executive Engineer, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing.

Basic Purpose of Post The basic purpose of the post is to provide the following: (i)

(ii)

To build capacity and provide general technical support to the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing (MIDH) in respect to design, assessment of civil works and construction supervision and maintenance of roads and drainage systems which falls under the legislated portfolio of the MIDH. Provide a range of engineering services required in the design, selection of contractors and suppliers, quality control monitoring of construction materials and geotechnical investigations in respect of the civil works and other activities to be implemented by the Government.

These functions shall be carried out in accordance with the Public Service Regulations, Stores and Financial Orders and the Finance and Audit Reform Act of 2005.

Qualifications /Experience The Executive Engineer should be in possession of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil, Highway, Hydraulic or Transportation Engineering with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience in providing technical and civil engineering services particularly, design, analysis and construction supervision of Roads and Drainage Systems. The Executive Engineer must be a professional engineer registered with the Association of Professional Engineers of Belize or other accredited international institution recognized by the Government of Belize.

Essential Skills: The essential skills are as follows: (i)

Able to lead and inspire staff to work hard and to take personal responsibility for their own decisions and work;

(ii) Able to read, comprehend and summarize verbally or in writing complex reports (iii) Able to prepare and interpret contract documentation (iv) Able to read and interpret for others complex designs, specifications and drawings (v) Able to write clear comprehensive reports, and to present them verbally to superiors and non-technical groups (vi) Fully competent in the theory and design of paved and unpaved roads, Urban Traffic Control Systems, and road drainage systems. (vii) Competent in making all measurements and calculations relating to design and analysis of Roads and Drainage Systems. (viii) Competent in making all measurements and calculations relating to repairs and maintenance of roads and drainage systems. (ix)

(x)

The Executive Engineer, during the performance of his services, shall work closely with the Chief Engineer, MIDH on all technical matters for successful delivery of services.

The Executive Engineer will be required to do field visits to all sites of works and activities during the performance of his contractual obligations as set out in the TOR.

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of the Executive Engineer shall be as follows: 1. Design roads and drainage systems in accordance with internationally accepted codes and standards and assist with preparing all engineering drawings or sketches that may be required for the works.

2. Inspect and conduct a detail assessment of roads and drainage systems in accordance with internationally accepted codes and standards for the purposes of determination of its structural integrity and maintenance needs.

3. Prepare Bill of Quantities for any maintenance works, renovation, retrofitting or new construction of roads, bridges and drainage works identified by the Ministry.

4. Supervise and monitor any road maintenance, rehabilitation or new construction of roads and drainage systems as directed by the Chief Engineer. Prepare and maintain inspection and engineering reports and records to adequately document the progress and performance of the works.

5. Coordinate, plan and assist with Geotechnical Investigations and have a good working knowledge to interpret results of Laboratory and Field Tests.

6. Evaluate contractors’ price proposals offered through direct contracting and/or a competitive bidding process and present the findings in a tender evaluation report to the Chief Engineer.

7. Submit monthly updates to the Chief Engineer on the progress of the works, the contractor’s performance, quality of works and the project’s financial status and forecasts.

8. Attend and participate in all meetings convened by the Ministry; 9. Examine and make recommendations on all claims from contractors for time extensions, extra compensations, work or expenses or other similar matters and recommend the issuance of variation orders as necessary.

10. Furnish timely assistance and direction to contractors in all matters related to the interpretation of the contract documents, ground survey controls, quality control testing, and other matters relating to contract and progress of the Program.

11. Advise the Ministry with regards to any matter which may be the subject of arbitration, inquiry or litigation and, when requested, assist the Ministry before any court or in any arbitration or at any inquiry dealing with any matter arising from or in connection with the execution of the works.

12. Conduct field measurements and compute quantities of approved and accepted work and materials, check and adjust as necessary and certify the contractor’s interim and final payment certificates.

13. Review all contractors’ working drawings, shop drawings, erection drawings, and drawings for temporary works and act as appropriate thereon.

14. Inspect the safety and environmental protection aspects (as defined in Belizean Laws) of construction works and methods to ensure that every reasonable measure has been taken to protect life, environment and property.

15. Perform any and all other items of works not specifically mentioned above, but which are necessary and essential to successfully supervise and control the construction activities in accordance with the plans, specifications and terms of contract.

16. Be available to respond to emergency call-out by the Chief Engineer for matters pertaining to the Ministry’s legislated portfolio and having to do with protection of life, public safety and its public infrastructural assets.

17. Be available to respond to emergency call-out to assist the NEMO, Government of Belize with Disaster duties whenever the National Emergency Management Organization of Belize is activated.

Reporting Responsibility The Executive Engineer will report to the Chief Engineer.

Salary Government Payscale 16 of $27, 154 x $1,179 - $49,555 per annum.

Interested Persons in possession of the required qualifications and experience and who have the aptitude for the post are to submit their application, with copies of qualifications, resume and two (2) references to the Chief Executive Officer, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing, #1 Power Lane, Belmopan, Belize, no later than Friday, 3rd June 2022.

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GROUND-BREAKING CEREMONY FOR GOFF’S CAYE INFRASTRUCTURE WORKS

“CLIMATE VULNERABILITY REDUCTION PROGRAM”

CALL

671-8385 or

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2022

VACANCY NOTICE: ARCHITECT II MINISTRY OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING Applications are invited from suitable qualified persons to fill one (1) vacant position of Architect II, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing.

Basic Purpose of Position The basic purpose of the Post is to (i) To build capacity and provide general technical support to the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing (MIDH) in respect to Architectural design, assessment of civil works and construction supervision and maintenance of roads and drainage systems which falls under the legislated portfolio of the MIDH. (ii)

The Government of Belize through the Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute under the Ministry of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation and in partnership with the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing held a ground-breaking ceremony for the Goff’s Caye Infrastructure Works today, May 11, 2022. Financial support for the project is being provided under the Climate Vulnerability Reduction Program (BL-L1028) through a loan from the Inter- American Development Bank.

The infrastructure works and other upgrades will improve the visitor experience for both local and foreign visitors, and will contribute significantly to the long-term sustainability of the island for present and future generations. Works include demolition of existing pier, construction of a new pier, new palapa, new bathroom facilities for both male and female and other amenities.

Initial preparatory works have commenced with completion by October 2022. The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing and the Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute takes this opportunity to remind the general public and tourism stakeholders that the Caye is currently under reconstruction, and as the island is closed for visitation.

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing and the Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute thanks the general public for their support, understanding and patience during this time.

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Provide a range of architectural services required in the design, selection of contractors and suppliers, quality control monitoring of construction materials and geotechnical investigations in respect of the civil works and other activities to be implemented by the Government. These functions shall be carried out in accordance with the Public Service Regulations, Stores and Financial Orders and the Finance and Audit Reform Act of 2005.

Qualifications/Experience The Architect II should be in possession of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience in providing architectural services particularly, architectural design, layout and construction supervision of buildings and related Works. The Architect II must be a professional Architect registered with the Association of Professional Architect of Belize or other accredited international institution recognized by the Government of Belize.

Essential Skills: Possess the following essential skills:

(i) (ii) (iii)

Able to lead and inspire staff to work hard and to take personal responsibility for his own decisions and work Have competency in using a total station, an RTK and Automatic Level Instruments to perform various types of land surveys Assist draughtmen with preparing plans showing findings of his field surveys. diagnosis and to present them verbally to his supervisor

Responsibilities and Duties: The Architecture II shall provide the following services: 1. Prepare bill of quantities, architectural drawings and approvals for proposed public housing developments; 2. Supervise building construction inspectors & monitor the construction of houses under the low-income housing program within the Southern Zones (Cayo, Stann Creek and Toledo Districts); 3. Conducts on-site field reviews and inspections in conjunction with the Central Building Authority and Municipal Authorities as it relates to community zoning regulations to ensure compliance to building codes and standards; 4. Prepare draft contracts for building contractors; 5. Issue Work Order and Certificates by phases for payment of construction work; 6. Prepare Inspection reports, progress reports, completion reports at assigned sites for management meeting and for Director of Housing; 7. Serves as a Urban Planner/Designer on assigned community development projects as well as housing improvement projects for urban and rural communities; 8. Coordinate wofk assignments of building inspectors and building maintenance personnel for housing improvement projects, for the different housing programs initiated by the Ministry; 9. Serves as a liaison with the public by responding to requests for information on building plans and processes; 10. Exercise functional and technical supervision over assigned technical staff; 11. Liaise and inform other government agencies, departments on matters for urban planning and development matters; 12. Arrange formal communication channel with public utilities: Belize Electricity Limited (BEL), Belize Water Services Limited (BWSL), Public Utilities Commission (PUC) as regards community housing program; (Southern Zone) 13. Update on modern Technology & Innovation in the housing sector; 14. Represent Ministry at workshops and meetings; 15. Disaster Management Duties; 16. Any other duties assigned from time to time.

Reporting Responsibility The Architect II will report to the Chief Engineer.

Salary Government Payscale 16 of $25,154 x $1179 - $49,555 per annum.

Interested Persons in possession of the required qualifications and experience and who have the aptitude for the post are to submit their application, with copies of qualifications, resume and two (2) references to the Chief Executive Officer, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing, #1 Power Lane, Belmopan, Belize, no later than Friday, 3rd June 2022.

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VACANCY NOTICE: ASSISTANT LAND SURVEYOR

Government of Belize Basic Needs Trust Fund Tenth Project (BNTF10) CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR TECHNICAL UNIT COORDINATOR FOR BSIF REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI)

MINISTRY OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING

The Government of Belize (GOB) has received financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) towards implementing the Belize Social Investment Fund Loan III and the Basic Needs Trust Fund Tenth Programme and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under a contract for which this invitation is issued. Payments by CDB will be made only at the request of GOB and upon approval by CDB, and will be subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement. The Financing Agreement prohibits withdrawal from the financing account for the purpose of any payment to persons or entities, or for any import of goods, if such payment or import, to the knowledge of CDB, is prohibited by a decision of the United Nations Security Council taken under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. No party other than GOB shall derive any rights from the Financing Agreement or have any claim to the proceeds of the Financing.

Applications are invited from suitable qualified persons to fill one (1) vacant position of Assistant Land Surveyor, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing.

The Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF) the Executing Agency, now wishes to procure consultancy services for Technical Unit Coordinator.

Qualifications/Experience The Assistant Land Surveyor should preferably be in possession of a Higher National Diploma with three (3) years relevant experience, or alternatively, an Associate Degree in Building and Civil Engineering with at least (5) years’ experience in carrying out engineering, topographical and cadastral surveys.

The objective of the consultancy is the responsibility for the efficient operations of the Technical Unit. He/She will coordinate the work of the Technical to ensure that all projects presented to the BSIF Board of Director (BOD) are properly appraised, and that they conform to the policies established by the Fund. The duration of the assignment is expected to be a period of two (2) years, extendable by mutual agreement in accordance with prevailing Belize legislation as well as results of his/her performance appraisal.

Basic Purpose of Position The basic purpose of the Post is to build capacity and provide general support with conducting engineering, topographical and cadastral surveys for expeditious to facilitate project management, execution and supervision of civil works undertaken by the MIDH Team. This will involve carrying out traverses and various surveying operations to ensure high degree of accuracy is obtained major horizontal and vertical control work operations.

Essential Skills: Possess the following essential skills:

Further details can be found in the Terms of Reference, which can be obtained from Address 1 below.

(i)

BSIF now invites interested eligible individual consultants to submit Expressions of Interest indicating qualifications and experience required to provide these consultancy services.

(ii)

Able to lead and inspire staff to work hard and to take personal responsibility for his own decisions and work Have competency in using a total station, an RTK and Automatic Level Instruments to perform various types of land surveys Assist draughtmen with preparing plans showing findings of his field surveys. diagnosis and to present them verbally to his supervisor

(iii)

Consultants shall be eligible to participate if: (a) the persons are citizens or bona fide residents of an eligible country; and (b) in all cases, the consultant has no arrangement and undertakes not to make any arrangements, whereby any substantial part of the net profits or other tangible benefits of the contract will accrue or be paid to a person not a citizen or bona fide resident of an eligible country.

Responsibilities and Duties: The Assistant Land Surveyor shall provide the following services: (i) Coordinate, plan and conduct engineering, topographical and cadastral surveys on assignments approved by the Chief Engineer

Eligible countries are member countries of CDB.1 Consultants are advised to review the detailed eligibility criteria detailed in Section 4 and conflict of interest provisions in Section 5 of the Procurement Procedures for Projects Financed by CDB (January, 2021), as published on CDB’s website.

(ii)

Assist draughtmen with preparing plans showing findings of survey field work

(iii)

Assist with setting out of approved projects

In the assessment of submissions, consideration will be given to qualifications and experience on similar assignments.

(iv)

Assist with monitoring of works done through MIDH or on contractual basis.

criteria detailed in Section 4 and conflict interest provisions Section 5 of the Procurement Procedures All information must be submitted in of English.

Further in information may be obtained Financed by CDB (January, 2021), as published on CDB’s website (caribank.org). from for theProjects first address below between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Belize Time) hours Monday Friday. of submissions, consideration will be given to consulting firms’ technical competence, In thetoassessment

(v)

Supervise survey technicians and workmen under his charge.

(vi)

Prepare time sheets for those under his charge

(vii)

Attend and participate in all meetings convened by the Ministry

(viii)

Collaborate with peers and motivating team members to provide outstanding dependable and high-quality products and service.

(ix)

Be available to conduct field visits to all sites countrywide when directed by his supervisor.

(x)

Be available to respond to emergency call-out for matters pertaining to the Ministry’s legislated portfolio.

(xi)

Be available for emergency call-out to assist the NEMO with Disaster duties whenever the National Emergency Management Organization of Belize is activated.

Eligible countries are member countries of CDB. Consultants are advised to review the detailed eligibility

qualifications and experience in relation to providing detailed design and supervision services on education

The Expressions of Interest be received electronically at thecapability first address infrastructure projects, as wellmust as local and regional experience, financial and existing commitments.

Key(CDB) Experts will not be at the Monday, shortlisting stage.

(BSIF) and second below noevaluated later than June 20, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. All (Belize Time). The subject line of the email containing each submission shall information must be submitted in English. Further information may be obtained from the first address be clearly marked “Expression – Consultancy Services for Technical below between the hours of 8:00 of a.m.Interest – 4:00 p.m.

Monday to Friday (Belize Time), except on Public Unit Holidays.

Coordinator for BSIF”.

The Expression of Interest of must be received electronically the first (BSIF) and second Following the assessment submissions, the most attechnically capable and (CDB) appro-address below no later than 2:00 p.m. (Belize time) on Monday, June 20,a2022.

The subject line of the the email priately experienced applicant will be invited to negotiate contract to provide containing each submission shall be clearly marked “BNTF10 - Expressions of Interest – Consultancy consultancy services.

GOB reserves to accept or reject late applications Services to Undertake Design Review the and right Supervision of Infrastructure Works Services for the Gales Point Government and Primary School Rehabilitation or to Proposed cancel the present invitation Preschool partiallySubstitution or in its entirety.

It will not be bound Subproject, Gales Point,for Belize Belize”. to assign any reason notDistrict, engaging the services of any applicant and will not defray any costs incurredofby any applicant in of thenotpreparation submission ofsix (6) Following the assessment submissions, a short-list less than threeand (3) and not more than Expressions Interest. applicantsof will be provided with full terms of reference and invited to submit technical and financial proposals to undertake the assignment. Following the submission of proposals, a Consultant shall be Addresses: selected by utilizing the Least Cost Selection (LCS) method. GOB reserves the right to accept or reject late applications or to cancel the present invitation partially or in its entirety. It will not be bound to assign any 1 Occasionaly contracts may be financed out of special programs that would further expand or rereason for not short-listing any applicant and will not defray any costs incurred by any applicant in the strict eligibility to a particular group of member countries. When this is the case, it should be mentioned preparation in this paragraph.and submission of Expressions of Interest.

Addresses: 1. Senior Procurement Officer Belize Social Investment Fund 3rd Floor #1902 Constitution Drive Belmopan BELIZE Tel. (501) 822-0239; Fax. (501) 822-0279 Email: submissions@sifbelize.org

2. Procurement Officer Caribbean Development Bank P.O. Box 408 Wildey St. Michael BARBADOS, W.I. Tel. (246) 539-1600 Email: procurement@caribank.org cc: omar.bispat@caribank.org

Reporting Responsibility The Assistant Land Surveyor will report to the Chief Engineer.

Salary Remuneration depends on qualifications and experience.

Interested Persons in possession of the required qualifications and experience and who have the aptitude for the post are to submit their application, with copies of qualifications, resume and two (2) references to the Chief Executive Officer, Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing, #1 Power Lane, Belmopan, Belize, no later than Friday, 3rd June 2022.

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GOVERNMENT OF BELIZE INTER-AMERICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK STRENGTHENING OF TAX ADMINISTRATION (BL-L1031) PROCUREMENT OFFICER DUTY STATION: Belize City, Belize PROJECT NUMBER: BL-L1031 1.

(c) (d) (e) (f)

BACKGROUND

1.1 The Government of Belize, through the Ministry of Finance (MOF) is embarking towards the modernisation of the tax administration by merging the existing Income Tax Department (ITD) and the Department of General Sales Tax (DGST) into a single function-based tax administration, and procuring and implementing a new Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS).

1.2 In order to facilitate the process, the Tax Modernization Program was initiated and comprises of five main projects/components including: (a) Communication and Change Management; (b) Organization/ Human Resources (HR)/Infrastructure; (c) Business Processes Re-engineering; (d) Legislative Framework; and (e) Information Technology. These will be implemented in phases, with the existing core areas of the ITD and DGST operating as the new, consolidated functional organization, the Belize Tax Service (BTS).

5. a.

b.

1.3 To support this endeavour, the GoB has requested the support of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to fund a five-year project “Strengthening of Tax Administration” (BL-L1031). The main objective of the Project is to strengthen Belize’s tax administration aimed at increasing tax revenue collection, through the following specific objectives: (a) increasing the effectiveness of the Government to collect taxes, through improvement in the tax administration governance and; (b) increasing tax administration efficiency, through improvement in the operational processes and modernization of the technological infrastructure.

c.

1.4 A Program Management Office (PMO) supports the implementation of the Program along with the consolidation of the BTS. The MoF is the Executing Agency (EA) of BL-L1031. For this purpose, a Project Executing Unit (PEU) will be established in the PMO with concrete technical, administrative, financial, control and planning, monitoring and evaluation responsibilities for the IDB-funded initiative.

5.1

2.

3.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES

3.1

The main responsibilities of the Procurement Officer include, among others: (a) Review all documentation relating to the Project; and, be informed on the Program Operation Manual (POM), the Loan Contract, the Procurement Plan (PP), the Annual Operational Plan (AOP), the Project Execution Plan (PEP), and the initial Disbursement Projection Table. (b) Prepare and update the Annual Procurement Plans. (c) Participate in the preparation of the AOP and prepare and update the PEP in MS Project. (d) Prepare necessary bidding documents, prepare the Terms of References (ToRs) and review specifications prepared by Technical Staff, organize and execute all bid openings and evaluation processes, prepare evaluation reports and corresponding draft contracts. (e) In coordination with the Project Coordinator and Financial Officer, prepare the ToRs and bidding documents for the annual audits. (f) Ensure contracting of consultants, suppliers and contractors is in accordance with IDB procurement policies and GoB policies, laws and regulations. (g) Ensure that prospective contractors, suppliers and consultants are duly constituted and are ongoing concerns. (h) Issue contracts for signature by relevant parties. (i) Manage the validity of contracts during their execution. (j) Assist the Project Coordinator in the submission of monthly activities reports and prepare the quarterly procurement reports following a pre-approved Bank format. (k) Maintain an up-to-date registry of consultants hired and goods and services purchased under the Project. (l) Monitor executed contracts through contract completion, liaising with technical personnel of the MoF, PMO and PEU and the Financial Specialist of the PEU to ensure payments/disbursements are made according to contract. (m) Maintain appropriate files of procurement functions and provide information as needed by the Executing Agency and the Bank. (n) Participate in the update of the POM taking responsibility for the procurement section and ensuring its alignment with the procurement guidelines of the Bank. (o) Execute other tasks as required to enable transparent, efficient and timely implementation of procurement activities and program deliverables. (p) Liaise with GoB officials (MoF, PMO, PEU and other) on procurement matters aimed at ensuring and effective discharge of the Project’s procurement/contracting activities. (q) Publish procurement notices in the newspaper, IDB website, UNDB platform and the National Procurement Portal. (r) Publish the procurement plan in the IDB website, MOF website and the National Procurement Portal. (s) Prepare requisitions on a timely basis. (t) Provide the necessary training to Government officials. (u) Other duties assigned

4.

REPORTS/DELIVERABLES

4.1 The Procurement Officer will be responsible for preparing/updating the following reports which are considered recurrent deliverables or responsibilities: (a) Annual PPs. (b) Quarterly procurement reports.

Education: A Bachelor of Science Degree in Procurement, Management, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Auditing, Law, Public Administration or other related field.

• A specialized certification in procurement and supply chain management or contract management is considered a plus.

•

•

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

(g) (h) 6.

General Experience: Three (3) years minimum working since obtaining academic degree

Specific Experience: • At least three (3) years of relevant experience in procurement administration in the private or public sector, as part of overall project management.

• One (1) year experience working with international or national development agencies is considered an asset • One (1) year experience working in Microsoft Project is considered an asset

(c) (d) (e) (f)

OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE OF WORK

2.1 The objective of the position is to lead the execution of the procurement activities of the PEU in accordance with the provisions of the Project and the Bank’s procurement rules and procedures and the MoF procurement guidelines, when applicable. In particular, the Procurement Officer is responsible for the overall and day to day activities for the procurement of goods, services and works of the Project subject to IDB policies and requirements and in accordance with the Project Operational Manual (POM).

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

(a) (b)

1.5 In this regard, a vacancy exists for the Procurement Officer for the PEU under a contractual arrangement with the MoF, and as part of the BL-L1031 initiative.

Updates to POM and PEP. Procurement documents (bids, ToRs, requests for proposals, invitations, etc.)

Minutes of procurement meetings.

Other.

Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office, Knowledge of procurement policies and procedures of the IDB or similar organizations would be considered an asset.

Task orientated and able to prioritize projects, multitask and meet tight deadlines; Fluent in written and spoken English with the ability to express data in a concise and clear manner; Team player and possess strong self-motivation and initiative; Sound decision making skills and objectivity with the proven ability to act with confidentiality and discretion; Professional, honest and display strong business ethics and integrity; and Experience with the Government of Belize Procurement /administrative platforms will be of significant benefit.

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

6.1 The Procurement Officer reports to the Project Coordinator of the PEU. He/she shall work in close coordination with the staff of the MOF and especially the members of the PMO, the BTSD. 7.

COMPENSATION

7.1 The Procurement Officer will be paid a monthly salary to be established during the contracting process.

7.2 Given the staff-like tasks and responsibilities of the PEU personnel, reports (deliverables) do not apply. Instead, performance assessment reports from the supervisor.

8.

APPLICATIONS

8.1

CRITERIA for SELECTION

Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the Inter-American Development Bank: Policies for the Selection and Contracting of Consultants financed by the Inter-American Development Bank GN-2350-15 section 5 – individual consultants and is open to all eligible candidates as defined in the IDB policies. The individual consultant will be selected based on their experience and competence relevant to the assignment and most appropriate qualifications and references in accordance with the Comparison of Qualifications method set out in the Consultant Policies.

8.2

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Expression of Interest package should contain: (i) Cover letter briefly explaining interest, experience, and competence of the consultant (ii) Comprehensive resume (iii) Copy of degrees/certificates (iv) List of at least two references (v) Proof of nationality: copy of documentation of nationality Qualified Consultant should submit their application via e-mail to Michelle.Longsworth@bts.gov.bz marked STAP- Procurement Officer in the subject header, or submit hardcopy on or before Friday, June 10, 2022, by 3:00 p.m. to the following address: Director General Belize Tax Service Department Strengthening of Tax Administration Project Charles Bartlett Hyde Building Mahogany Street, Belize City Tel: 501-222-5114 For clarifications kindly contact: Project Coordinator Project Executing Unit Strengthening of Tax Administration Project Charles Bartlett Hyde Building Mahogany Street, Belize City Tel: 501-222-5114/E-mail: Gisel.Correa@mof.gov.bz

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PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: PROPERTIES

PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: PROPERTIES

San Ignacio Town, Cayo District; Big Falls/Golden Stream, Punta Gorda Town, Toledo District; Belize City, BelizePunta DistrictGorda Town, Toledo District; Belize City, Belize District San Ignacio Town, Cayo District; Big Falls/Golden Stream,

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs. The Belize Bank Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. Castillo and

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs.

The Belize Bank via Limited, Licensed Auctioneers the Kevin A. Castillo and Christiana R. Castillo are sellChristiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE belizepropertyauctions.com following property.

Sales currently ing ONLINErunning via belizepropertyauctions.com following property.

Sales currently running until 31st Julytimes 2022listed with public until 31st July 2022 withthe public auction sales expiring bi-weekly on the dates and on theauction sales expiring bi-weekly on the dates and times listed on the website until the properties are sold. website until the properties are sold.

1. Parcel 313 & 314 Corner Maya TerraceCanul & Marcus Canul San Ignacio Town, Cayo District: 1. Parcel Nos. 313 &Nos. 314 Corner Maya Terrace & Marcus Streets, SanStreets, Ignacio Town, Cayo District:

REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCELS REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCEL San Ignacio 23 313 & 314 San Ignacio 313 & 314 (Being an elevated timber house [2,812 sq. ft.] containing23 Ground floor - bar & kitchen + grilling area + gym + swimming pool: [2,812 First floor 3 bedrooms + 3 bathrooms + kitchen living/dining/kitchen withpool: Lot First [904.971 (Being an elevated timber house sq. ft.]- containing Ground floor - bar & + grilling area +TOGETHER gym + swimming floor - 3 bedrooms + 3 S.M.] situate at Parcel Nos. 313 & 314 Corner Maya Terrace & Marcus Canul Streets, San Ignacio Town, Cayo bathrooms + living/dining/kitchen TOGETHER with Lot [904.971 S.M.] situate at Parcel Nos. 313 & 314 Corner Maya Terrace & Marcus Canul Streets, San District, the freehold property of Mr. Alan Gobie) Ignacio Town, Cayo District, the freehold property of Mr. Alan Gobie) 2. Parcel No. 430/1 Big Falls/Golden Stream Area, Toledo District: 2. Parcel No. 430/1 Big Falls/Golden Stream Area, Toledo District:

5. Parcel No. 1081 Gabourel Lane, Belize City, Belize District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Big Falls/Golden Stream

42

430/1

Fort George/Pickstock

45

1081

(Being a vacant lot [908.2 S.M.] situate in Big Falls Village, Toledo District, the leasehold (Being a 2 ½ storey concrete/timber dwelling house containing Ground Floor - 2 one bedREGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCEL property of Mr. Modesto Sanchez) room/bathroom apartment; First Floor – 3 bedrooms + mini office + 1 ½ bathrooms + conference room TOGETHER with fenced lot [ S.Y.) situate on GaBig Falls/Golden Stream 42 kitchen; Attic – small 430/1 3. Parcel No. 704 Main Street, Punta Gorda, Toledo District: bourel Lane, Belizethe City,leasehold the freeholdproperty property ofof Mrs. Sandra Mahler Miguel and Mr. Wil(Being a vacant lot [908.2 S.M.] situate in Big Falls Village, Toledo District, Mr. Modesto hem Miguel gurantor for Messrs. Bel-Caribe Communications Limited)

Sanchez)

6. Parcel No. 3171 Comet Street, Belama Phase 3, Belize City, Belize District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Punta Gorda

42

704

(Being a 2-storey concrete commercial structure [13,510 sq. ft.] containing Ground floor bathroom + open space; First floor - 1 bathroom + gym + open space TOGETHER with Lot [714 S.M.] situate on Main Street, Punta Gorda, Toledo District, the freehold property of Messrs. MEL’S Mart) 4. Parcel No. 1533 Corner East Canal & Prince Streets, Belize City, Belize District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Caribbean Shores/Belize

16

3171

(Being an L-shaped concrete bungalow dwelling house 21 ft. X 30 ft. + 14 ft. X 18 ft. (inclusive of 5 ft. X 14 ft. porch) containing 3 bedrooms + 1 bathroom + kitchen + dining area + living room + small laundry TOGETHER with lot [714 S.M.] situate on Comet Street, Belama Phase 3, the freehold property of Mr. Raymond Troy Garcia, deceased.)

“FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & PHOTOGRAPHS PLEASE VISIT WEBSITE” REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCEL

Albert/Mesop

45

1533

(Being a 2-storey concrete residential/commercial structure situate corner East Canal & Prince Streets, Belize City, Belize District, the freehold property of Mr. Jose Arturo Gallego, surety for BSA Global Shipping Limited)

TERMS: STRICTLY CASH KEVIN A. CASTILLO TELEPHONE: 223 4488 Email: kevinacas@yahoo.com Face Book: Belize Auctions