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Caye Caulker Voters' Historic Decision on Weed
In a landmark vote on October 8th, the island community of Caye Caulker decisively rejected a proposal to legalize cannabis. The referendum drew strong participation, with 857 ballots cast out of 1,454 registered voters. According to Chief Elections Officer Josephine Tamai, 79 percent voted "No," while only 176 voted in favor of the measure.
The referendum marked a historic moment for Caye Caulker, known for its laid-back charm and close-knit community. The proposal aimed to allow the Government of Belize to create a regulated and taxable cannabis industry on Caye Caulker, with some of the revenue benefiting local residents. However, the majority of voters were not convinced that such a plan would serve the island's best interests.
Village Councillor Ilya Rosado, who led the "Yes" campaign, launched the initiative on September 22nd after collecting more than 380 signatures—well above the threshold needed to trigger a local referendum. Rosado argued that legalizing cannabis on Caye Caulker could bring new funding for schools, healthcare, infrastructure, and job creation, while also boosting tourism. Despite his optimism, most islanders remained skeptical.
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