Sittee River, a Creole village, and Hopkins, a Garifuna village, are in the midst of a boundary review process and last night the Sittee River Village Council issued a public statement addressing it.
The council emphasized that Sittee River - which was established in the 1800s-has long been a welcoming community, attracting residents, investors, and visitors from diverse backgrounds both within Belize and internationally.
The council noted that the village's growth has been shaped by people of different cultures and nationalities and pledged to continue working collaboratively with all members of the community.
Addressing concerns surrounding the boundary review, the council stated that its objective is not to create division with neighboring communities but to achieve clarity and certainty for future development. According to the council, clearly established boundaries are essential for effective planning,
infrastructure development, environmental stewardship, land management, public services, and good governance.
The council stressed that both communities share a long history as neighbors and expressed a commitment to maintaining mutual respect, cooperation, and peaceful coexistence regardless of the outcome of the review process.
