CAYE CAULKER, BELIZE – A significant infrastructure development is underway to enhance law enforcement capabilities on the popular island destination of Caye Caulker. The Belizean government has formalized an agreement with Coleman Construction Limited for the creation of a contemporary police station, marking a pivotal advancement in local security infrastructure.
During a formal signing ceremony witnessed by Home Affairs Minister Oscar Mira and Area Representative Abner Andre Perez, the Ministry of Economic Transformation committed to the construction project. This initiative falls under the broader Belize Integral Security Program, a comprehensive $60 million framework financed by the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) to reinforce national security apparatus.
The planned facility will encompass 3,500 square feet of operational space designed with modern policing requirements in mind. Architectural plans include specialized units for handling domestic violence cases, a secured evidence preservation room, confidential interview chambers, and a multipurpose conference area. With an allocated budget of $1.54 million, the project represents a substantial investment in public safety infrastructure.
Minister Mira emphasized the transformative impact of the new station, noting that current facilities are “inadequate” for proper police operations. “This development will significantly upgrade operational capabilities and improve working conditions for our officers,” Mira stated. “It will ensure that both permanent residents and the increasing volume of tourists receive necessary security services.”
The construction timeline projects completion within twelve months, after which the facility will serve dual purposes: providing enhanced security for local communities and supporting the growing tourism industry that drives the island’s economy. The partnership with CABEI underscores international cooperation in addressing regional security challenges through developmental funding.