06 07
annual report
MISSION The Protected Areas Conservation Trust
projects, PACT supports the involvement of
(PACT) is an environmental trust fund
large and small organizations to implement
serving an enabling and empowering
programmes and projects which enhance
role in the conservation, preservation,
the quality of life for Belizeans and Belize’s
enhancement, and management of Belize’s
role as a world leader in environmental
natural resources and protected areas.
conservation while supporting national
Through a strategic, clear, equitable, flexible,
developmental goals.
and transparent process of grant making for
VISION PACT will be a world-class national funding
government organizations, communities, and
organization promoting the sustainable use,
individuals to work together in a successful
conservation, preservation, enhancement,
national quest for sustaining Belize’s bountiful
and management of Belize’s natural
natural heritage for the environmental, social,
resources and protected areas. PACT will be
and economic benefit of present and future
an enabling agent for government and non-
generations of Belizeans.
Message from the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Natural Resources & the Environment
2
Message from the Chair
4
Message from the Executive Director
6
What is PACT?
8
Board of Directors & Advisory Council
10
Grants Programme Overview
12
Grants Selection Process
14
Small Grants
16
Support Grants
18
Mesoamerican Reef Fund (MAR Fund) Grants
19
Medium & Large Grants
20
Research Grants
25
Capacity Building Grants
26
Finance Department
29
Financial Statements
30
Belize’s Protected Areas
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Table of Contents
Message from the Minister
of Natural Resources & the Environment
Belize has, and continues to demonstrate a commitment to conservation that is exemplary. The establishment and development of the Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) is one example of our commitment. The Trust is an innovative approach to fundraising for important and necessary conservation initiatives. Over the past year, PACT has continued to develop and grow.Through a very equitable process, PACT has supported varying Belizean organizations by providing over $8 million (Bz) in both large and small grants funding for conservation efforts in Belize over the last 10 years. It is imperative that as citizens of Belize, we remain conscious of the important role that our natural resources play in the development of this beautiful Jewel we call Belize. They are essential both as the base of our economy and for the quality of life we all enjoy as Belizeans. This year’s annual report exemplifies PACT’s tremendous growth and it also illustrates that through hard work and good partnerships much can be achieved. I am thankful for the work of
the staff, management and Board of Directors, the private sector partnerships, and the international support that we have received in our endeavor to promote the betterment and well being of Belize’s environment. We continue to have high expectations of PACT. We expect that the Trust will continue to grow and contribute to protected areas management over the next ten years and beyond. I encourage all Belizeans, all visitors and persons with genuine interest in Belize and its biodiversity to continue supporting and visiting our protected areas. I ask you to join me in congratulating the Trust for another excellent year of work and commitment, and I thank the Board of Directors and the Trust’s management and staff for a job well done!
Hon. John Briceño Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment
Message from the Chair
The Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT), is pleased to present to you the annual report for the 2006-2007 fiscal year. This year’s annual report marks yet another milestone for PACT. In the past10 years, PACT has evolved as a model trust fund established as a public/private sector partnership whose Board of Directors enjoys autonomy in its composition and decision making and whose staff has dedicated many hours in ensuring there exists documented, tested and proven processes for its accounting, grant making and evaluation of projects. PACT’s success is attributed largely to an active, committed and involved Board and staff. Board members commit their time to be involved in policy and strategy making, leadership and building support with varied stakeholders. We are cognizant that as the institution continues to grow, we can only deliver sustainable results in the presence of strong governance and proper management. Good governance is essentially the combination of transparent and accountable institutions, strong skills and competence, and a fundamental willingness to do the right thing. During the year, the PACT Board manual was developed and provides the operational framework of the Board of Directors.
Furthermore, as the strategic direction of PACT continues to evolve in response to changes in the operating environment, PACT also commenced an organizational assessment in order to align the organization’s structure with that of its functions to be able to effectively and efficiently implement its strategic plan. As we move into a new fiscal year, the need for funding will increase several-fold and we are more certain that PACT’s support alone is not sufficient to address all protected areas needs. PACT therefore will continue to play a catalytic role in inducing more funding for protected areas and will continue to ensure the funding entrusted to it is distributed in accordance with its principles, policies and procedures. I take this opportunity to thank Belizeans and visitors to Belize who contribute to the Trust, our partners in conservation, the dedicated management, staff, Advisory Council and Board of Directors of the Trust, and all those who have supported us and continue to do so.
David Craig Chairperson of the Board of Directors; PACT
Message from the Executive Director
In 1996 The Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) pledged its commitment to provide assistance in the generation of funds to facilitate conservation and management for the sustainable use of our natural and cultural resources. PACT has become a key player in conservation and an important partner in the financing of natural resource management in Belize by providing grants to protected areas management organizations. It is also an important partner in the development of policy and collation of information about Belize’s protected areas. PACT is aware that successful conservation efforts begin with the involvement of community based and non-governmental organizations and continues to look for opportunities to support their work. This year, PACT awarded grants totaling over $3 million dollars. PACT’s annual report illustrates the organization’s continued success and commitment to conservation and national development. We are aggressively pursuing our vision to be a world class organization that supports conservation.
We continue to promote sustainable management and development of Belize’s protected areas, so that we can improve the quality of life of all Belizeans. I invite you to enjoy our 2006/2007 report. I also invite you to contribute whatever you can to our national conservation Trust Fund, PACT. We are committed to using it wisely in the protection and management of Belize’s natural resources.
Valdemar Andrade Executive Director, PACT
What is PACT?
The Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) was established in 1996 as Belize’s national conservation Trust Fund. It was legally established as a statutory body after several years of consultations and meetings with various non-governmental organizations, government departments, private sector and international conservation organizations.
Grants Programme
Source of Funding
Recipients of Trust monies include registered management organizations of protected areas, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), community based organizations (CBOs) and governmental agencies which are involved in the conservation and management, for sustainable use, of Belize’s natural resources.
Revenue is derived from three main sources: A) A conservation fee of BZD$7.50 (USD$3.75) per visitor paid upon departure. B) 20% commission from Cruise Ship head tax. C) Investments and donations from agencies, corporations and interested individuals. These constitute the primary source of funding for the Trust Fund. The revenue derived is invested back into the protected areas through our Grants Programme.
Through the Grants Programme, grants are awarded for Protected Areas Management and Conservation, Protected Areas Promotion and Development, Environmental Education and Awareness and Community Development around Protected Areas. Currently, PACT offers small and large grants on a competitive basis.
PACT has established sound processes for grants management and so provides Fund Management Services for Donor Organizations and Foundations.
Board of Directors & Advisory Council
The Advisory Council
The Board
Mr.David Craig Board Chairperson Immediate Past President Belize Audubon Society Mrs. Tracy Panton Board Vice Chair Director of Tourism Belize Tourism Board Mr. Artemio Osorio Senior Economist Ministry of Finance Mr. Ismael Fabro Chief Executive Officer Ministry of Natural Resources
Ms. Janet Gibson Chairperson Wildlife Conservation Society Mr. Mustafa TourĂŠ Vice Chairperson Belize Fishermen Cooperative Association Mr. Wilber Sabido Forest Deptartment Mr. Karl H. Menzies Karl H. Menzies Co. Ltd. Mrs. Lydia Thurton University of Belize Mrs. Virginia Vasquez Coastal Zone Mgmt Authority & Institute
Mr. Dennis Johnson Director/General Manager Reagan International Ltd.
Mr. Anthony Mahler Belize Tourism Board
Mr. Godsman Ellis Belize Alliance of Conservation Non Governmental Organizations
Mr. Osmany Salas Natural Resource Expert
Mrs. Jessie Young President Community Baboon Sanctuary Women’s Conservation Group
Mr. James Azueta Fisheries Deptartment Mr. Brian Woodye Institute of Archaeology
Mr. Andrew Godoy Executive Director Belize Tourism Industry Association Mrs. Sandra Hall Chief Executive Officer Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries
PACT Organizational Chart Advisory Council
Board of Directors Executive Director
Standing Committees
Valdemar Andrade
Executve Assistant Vanessia Burke
Grants Programme Dir.
Dir. of Finance & Administration
Sharon Perera
Marnix Perez
Administrative Officer Modesta Cal
Receptionist Farrah Tingling
Driver/Office Assistant Mark Smith
Janitor
Ellen Arnorld
Accountant Angela Usher
Accounts Clerk Mark Zelaya
Project Financial Administrator Arcenie Lizama
Communications Officer None
Grants Administrative Assistant Mariela Hernandez
Project Finance Clerk
Technical Programme Coordinator
Michael Pipersburgh
Nayari Diaz
Project Officer Capacity Building Program
Project Officer Large Grants Program
Kenrick Williams
Estelia Sosa
Project Officer Small Grants Program Christine Valerio
Assistant Project Officer Leonel Requena
Grants Programme Overview
GRANTS
Grants Programme Overview During the last ten years, PACT has demonstrated a sound track record in financial management and grants making, establishing processes and procedures which allow for the transparent management of the PACT funds. These processes and procedures attract international donors to aggressively seek out PACT as a viable partner for the co-financing of projects and for fund management services as is evidenced by the informal and formal alliances that have been established. Nationally, the Trust is Belize’s commitment to conservation, investing over 3 million dollars annually in projects to support natural resource management and protected areas. This fiscal year, the Grants Programme continued demonstrating PACT’s commitment to supporting the protected areas system of Belize by awarding over 2.3 million dollars in new grants. These included 13 projects, 12 scholarships, 19 workshop grants and 5 professional development grants. This brings PACT’s commitment in grants for this year to over 3.5 million dollars. The success of PACT is measured by the impact which these grants have generated. We can readily see the tangible impacts such as infrastructure, management presence, equipment just to name a few, which are all critical, but equally important are the intangibles, such as improved capacity of our stakeholders, improved quality of life of our beneficiaries, strengthened communication between managers, networks created, ecosystems integrity maintained among others. These are the successes of the Trust which are possible through the diligent work of our stakeholders. Our stakeholders have come to appreciate the rigorousness of the grants processes, which has largely attributed to our sound track record. However, as with the growth of any institution, the Grants Programme is undergoing an evaluation process in order to build on the successes, address the challenges and incorporate best practices and lessons learnt in PACT’s grants making process. This evaluation and subsequent revision of the policies and procedures will continue to be stakeholder focused and will be centered on being impact oriented and balancing flexibility with transparency and accountability. Our stakeholders can expect to see these revised processes employed in the upcoming fiscal year. We thank our stakeholders for their continued collaboration, the visitors for their financial support to conservation and PACT’s dedicated and committed Grants team for another successful year. As the Trust moves into another decade of operation, we look towards creating alliances nationally and internationally that will help us achieve the goal of being a world class funding agency.
Grants Selection Process All project applications undergo three levels of screening: an eligibility screening process carried out by PACT’s Internal Screening Committee (ISC), a technical evaluation carried out by the Advisory Council (AC) and finally it is reviewed by PACT’s Board of Directors who then makes the final decisions on all grants.
The Screening Process ensures the completeness of the application and general evaluation of the application is done by the ISC. The Advisory Council evaluation focuses on the technical merits, feasibility and relevance of the application to PACT’s mission, strategic plan, National Protected Areas Policy and System Plan and any other relevant policy or plan. The projects that are recommended by the Advisory Council are presented to the Board of Directors for consideration and final approval.
The Grants Application & Approval Process
Completeness & Eligibility by Project Officers
Application Submission
Grant Agreement
Technical Evaluation by Advisory Council
Eligible Organization
First Disbursement Project Implementation
Board Evaluation Reporting
Site Visits/Meetings Subsequent Disbursement
Monitoring & Evaluation Project Completion External Evaluation
Grant Management
Application & Approval
Call for Proposal
Priority Areas for Funding The areas for which projects can be funded must be related to the conservation and management of a legally recognized protected area. Projects must have a strong natural resource management focus and must fall under one or more of the following priority areas:
1.
Protected Areas Management and Conservation
2.
Protected Areas Promotion and Development
3.
Environmental Education and Awareness
4.
Community Development around Protected Areas
Some activities that are eligible for funding include: •
Determining and demarcating the limits of protected areas.
•
Completing further ecological assessments and scientific investigation in protected areas.
•
Implementation and improvement of management plans for protected areas that provide for sustainable use of their resources.
•
Monitoring and surveillance activities that ensure compliance to management plans that have been developed and are being implemented in protected areas.
•
Institutional strengthening for the management of protected areas through training of management and technical personnel.
•
Protected area visitor use surveys.
•
Environmental impact assessment/surveys on protected areas.
Small Grants The Small Grants Programme established in 1997 is the oldest programme at PACT and continues to provide financial support to the smaller community based organizations for protected areas management and conservation. For the Small Grants Programme, prospective grantees submit proposals in response to “Calls for Proposals”, which are advertised at least once per year. Small grants can range from BZ $10,000.00 up to BZ$60,000.00, and must be completed within one year. During the 2006-2007 fiscal year, six small grants were awarded to organizations. (See Small Grants Table) Plenty Belize of Punta Gorda Town received a grant valued at BZ$49,000.00 in ceremonies held in San Pedro Colombia Toledo, on August 20th, 2006. The organization executed a project entitled “Garden based Agriculture for Toledo’s Environment”.The objectives of the project was to create an awareness of the importance of biodiversity resources to Belize’s development and to the welfare of its people. The organization also hoped to promote community participation and decentralization of the management and use of Belize’s biodiversity resources. Five other small grants were awarded in ceremonies held on November 29th, 2006 at Guanacaste National Park, Cayo District. The awardees included: Cayo Quality Honey Producers Cooperative Society, Programme for Belize, the Wildlife Trust Belize, the Land Information Center of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Escuela Secundaria Tecnica Mexico. With in-kind contributions and co-financing from other environmental donor agencies the grant awardees received over half a million dollars. Since the inception of the Small Grants Programme, PACT has awarded 75 small grants totaling over BZ$2.2 million. Ten of these, including those that were approved this fiscal year, are still ongoing projects. The Small Grants Programme portfolio includes the administration of PACT’s small grants program, Support Grants, PACT Foundation grants and MARFund grants.
Small Grants Title\ Description
Organization
1.
ESTM Environmental Awareness Outreach Program
Escuela 8 months Secundaria Tecnica Mexico
Objectives
1. To protect and develop ESTM`s Ecological Park 2. To foster environmental awareness among the youth.
2.
Garden-Based Agriculture for Toledo’s Environment
Objectives
1. The biodiversity of species in and around Aguacaliente Wildlife Sanctuary protected, maintained and increased as the local public becomes aware of the value of the natural resources and the actions they can take to protect systems and ecosystems, including nontoxic, natural pest control.
3.
Land Institutional Development of the Land Information Information Center Center
Objectives
1. To create a role model institution capable of providing adequate, timely and reliable services to guide ‘real’ sustainable development in Belize.
4.
Management & Capacity Building of the Gales Point Wildlife Sanctuary
Objectives
1. Development of a realistic and comprehensive plan of action to sustainably manage the natural, renewable and special interest resources of the Gales Point Wildlife Sanctuary
5.
Strengthening of the Association of Protected Areas Management Organizations (APAMO)
Objectives
1. To effectively strengthen APAMO as an umbrella organization to address opportunities and challenges affecting protected areas management in Belize
6.
Sustainable Honey Production as a NonWood Forest Product
Objectives
1. To create sustainable alternative livelihood opportunities for members of the cooperative by improving income generation capacity through ecological/environmentally friendly honey production
Plenty International Belize
Wildlife Trust
Programme For Belize
Cayo Quality Honey Producers Cooperative Society LTD.
Duration
1 year
7 months
1 year
1 year
1 year
Date Approved
Amount
Nov. 29, 2006
$11,765.00
July 3, 2006
$49,086.00
Nov. 29, 2006
Nov. 29, 2006
Nov. 29, 2006
Nov. 29, 2006
$40,000.00
$41,600.00
$49,144.00
$60,000.00
Support Grants
PACT provides financial assistance to organizations and associations, to develop and implement projects, activities or initiatives that are worthy. The main purpose is to assist these groups with projects that contribute to the betterment and the well being of Belize’s environment. PACT supports the empowerment and enabling of small organizations to implement programs and projects which enhances Belize’s role as a world leader in environmental conservation. This year support grants were provided to Belize Vivarium, Friends of Nature, Santa Elena Youth Cadet Corp, and Toledo Maya Women’s Council. Title\ Description
Organization
1.
Community Awareness on conservation and its importance – Earth Day
2.
Date Approved
Amount
Belize Audubon 1 day Society
April 19th 2006
$10,000.00
Provide tools and knowledge to students on Natural Resource Management
Santa Elena Youth Cadet Corp.
1 year
May 18th 2006
$4,450.00
3.
Implementation of a 2 day workshop for the development of a draft policy of the Toledo Healthy Forest Initiative
Toledo Maya Women’s Council
3 months
May 26th 2006
$10,000
4.
Installation of bathroom facilities and Annual Environmental Summer Camp
Community Baboon Sanctuary Women’s Conservation Group
3 months
June 5th 2006
$10,000.00
5.
Friends of Protected Areas Education and Awareness Nature through Student Exchanges
3 days
June 20,2006
$5,000.00
6.
Youth Maritime Summer Camp
29 days
July 5th 2006
$4,665.00
7.
Fostering Environmental Belize Vivarium Education and Awareness of herpetofauna
4 weeks
August 7th 2006 $10,000.00
Belize Port Authority
Duration
MARFund The Mesoamerican Reef Fund (MARFund) is a non-profit corporation created by four environmental funds from Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras, as a sustainable financial mechanism for conservation within the barrier reef region. The MARFund mission is to conserve the resources and natural processes in the MAR region. PACT is a founding member of the MARFund and sits on the Board of Directors as the Vice Chair. In Belize, PACT administers all projects awarded by MARFund. MARFund approved a grant valued at $20,000.00 to the Belize Fisheries Department to assess the queen conch populations in Belize’s marine reserves. The Queen Conch (Strombus gigas) is the second most important marine fishery resource and export commodity for the past 30-40 years in Belize. The resource is utilized by approximately 2000 registered fishers. The project’s goal is to contribute to the reduction of the threat of over-exploitation of the Queen Conch population in eight of Belize’s marine reserve areas and to ensure the sustainable management of the resource. The objective of the project was to undertake underwater surveys of the Queen Conch population in the eight marine reserves. The information gathered will contribute to the overall assessment of the Queen Conch population in Belize in order to better manage the fishery and to make a case to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) on the status of the polulation of this species. The grant was awarded in July 2006 and lasted four months.
Title\ Description
Organization
Duration
Date Approved
Amount
4 months
July 28th 2006
$20,000.00
1.
Assessment of the Queen Belize Fisheries Conch Populations in Department Belize’s Marine Reserves
Objectives
1. Assessment Of the Queen Conch Populations in Belize
Medium & Large Grants PACT offers Medium and Large Grants for multi year projects to larger, more established organizations.These projects are consistent with PACT’s mission, objectives and priorities and are only considered when the potential impact of the project on the natural resources and protected areas management will be significant; and is able to leverage additional funding from other donors.
Each Medium and Large Grant project must demonstrate strong stakeholder support at every stage possible, especially in project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. PACT presented a large grant valued at $799,384.00BZ to Friends for Conservation and Development (FCD) in ceremonies held at the Las Cuevas Research Station in the Chiquibul Forest Reserve on November 15th, 2006. FCD will implement a three year project to develop a comprehensive and integrated management program for the Chiquibul National Park and Maya Mountains Key Biodiversity Area. The objectives of the project are to establish administrative structure for Chiquibul National Park involving stakeholders, implement a viable and integrated sustainable management program that will reduce illegal incursions in the Chiquibul/ Maya Mountains key biodiversity area.The awarding of this grant is the achievement of the main objective of the 2005 PACT Challenge; which was to highlight the Chiquibul ecosystems and to activate management of this important protected area. This challenge raised over two million dollars in funding to support management. The cofinancing was provided by Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) of Conservation International (CI) and The Nature Conservancy (TNC). Since PACT expanded its grant portfolio in 2004 to include medium, large, research, capacity building and support grants, 4 large and 2 medium grants, all of which are still ongoing, have been awarded, totaling BZ $4.3 million.
Medium & Large Grants Project Type
Project Name
Organization
Duration
Date Approved
Amount
1.
Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve Management Project
Friends of Nature
3 yrs & 2 months
Oct 1, 2003
$216,737.00
Medium Grant Objectives
1.To facilitate protection and implementation of the GS & SCMR management plan and visitor management; 2. To mitigate deleterious effect on reefs and benthic systems within high use areas. To facilitate the implementation of fee collection and visitor management schemes; 3.To inform users of management zones and reserve regulations.
2. Large Grant
Forest Improving Protected Areas Management Department in Belize through the Institutional Strengthening of the Biodiversity Management Programme of the Forest Department
Objectives
1. To strengthen and revitalize the biodiversity management Programme of the forest department in order to improve the effectiveness of the FD in carrying out its mandate; 2. Provide direction and guidance to the FD’s programmes and subprogrammes; 3. To provide direction for the effective administration and development of protected areas.
3. Large Grant
Towards the Sustainability of BAS Managed Protected Area’s
Objectives
1. To decrease anthropogenic threats to biodiversity and natural resources at Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary and Half Moon Caye Natural Monumemt; 2. To strengthen the biodiversity information system within BAS; 3. To increase the level of sustainability within the PA’s through expansion and further the development of tourism infrastructure compatible with biodiversity.
4. Large Grant
Improving the Management of Payne’s Creek National Park
Objectives
1.To improve fire management programme; 2. Improve education and enforcement programmes; 3. Reduce human induced threats to the park.
BAS
TIDE
4 yrs & 10 months
3 yrs & 1month
2 yrs & 1month
Feb. 20, 2004
Sept 30, 2005
Sept 30, 2005
$889,989.98
$800,000.00
$362,340.00
Medium & Large Grants cont’d Project Type
Project Name
Organization
Duration
Date Approved
Amount
5.
Developing the University of Belize Natural Resource Management Program
University of Belize
3 years
Nov. 11, 2005
$900,000.00
Large Grant Objectives
1.Establish endowed chairs in marine coastal resource management and terrestrial/ watershed resource management; 2.Identify and prioritize research needs; 3.Identify and prioritize training needs; 4. Identify potential agencies to create networks; 5. Purchase equipment and vehicle.
6. Large Grant
Sustainable Management Program for the core conservation of the Chiquibul Maya Mountain Key Biodiversity Area
Objectives
1. To establish an administrative structure for the Chiquibul National Park; 2. To establish a viable & integrated sustainable management program; 3.To reduce illegal incursions in the CMMKBA; 4.To develop & institute a cooperation building & public awareness strategy.
Friends for Conservation & Development
3 years & 1 month
Oct. 6, 2006
$839,353.20
Research Grants
The purpose of the Research Grants is to support research that may convey effective knowledge and information regarding natural resources and protected areas. The data found provides a baseline for effective decision making in the management of natural and cultural resources of Belize. Research areas supported by these grant include, but are not limited to:
• Ecosystems
• Species
• Biodiversity
• Archaeological development
• Habitats
• Community development
Name of Applicant
Project Name
1.
Andrea Reneau
Comparison between the Effects of Sept. 5th, 2006 the Application of Probiotic Versus Antibiotic Use on Shrimp Pond Water and Effluent Quality
Objectives
1.To test the effectiveness of one such probiotic product to show that product can benefit the aquatic environment both on the farm and in the aquatic environment surrounding the farm.
2.
Lisa Carne
Objectives
1. Transplanting Elkhorn Coral fragments at Laughing Bird Caye National Park
3.
Peter Esselman
Objectives
1. To develop and distribute standard methods of assessment of fish communities in Belize as the basis for future long term monitoring
Reef Restoration at Laughing Bird Caye National Park
A NPASP - Consistent Baseline Assessment Program for the Freshwater Fishes of Belize
Date Approved
Sept. 5th, 2006
Sept. 5th, 2006
Amount Approved $20,000.00
$20,000.00
$20,000.00
Capacity Building Grants The Capacity Building Programme of PACT seeks to build capacity of stakeholders for better management, advocacy, promotion and protection of Belize’s natural and cultural resources.The program funds academic scholarships and short-term training grants that include both Workshop grants and Professional Development Grants.
Scholarships PACT awards academic scholarships at the Associate, Bachelor and Master degree level. Scholarships are designed to provide financial assistance to Belizean students attending or accepted to attend a recognized tertiary level institution in Belize or abroad or a distance learning program. Students on a Scholarship Grant are eligible to apply for a Research Grant if they will be working on a relevant research project or thesis to satisfy the degree requirements. Thirteen scholarships were awarded in the 2006-2007 fiscal year totaling $257, 559.00. (See scholarship table) Of the thirteen, twelve were for studies at tertiary level institutions within country: namely Galen University, the University of Belize and Muffles College in Orange Walk Town. All these students are majoring in subject areas ranging from Biology and Environmental Studies to Natural Resources Management. Three of the thirteen will complete Associate Degrees, while the remaining ten are studying at the Bachelor Degree level. One student from Crooked Tree Village, the buffer community of the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary, was awarded a Bachelor Degree scholarship to study Natural Resource Management and Agricultural Sciences at EARTH University in Limon, Costa Rica. In November 2006 PACT established a joint Memorandum of Understanding for the advancement of education and research with EARTH University. Through the Memorandum of Understanding, PACT will award two full scholarships while EARTH University will award three full scholarships for Belizean students to study at EARTH’s campus. Over the last five years, PACT has invested over $3,000,000.00 in scholarships.
Scholarships Name of Student
District
Institution
Major
Duration
Amount Approved
Bibiana Paquil
Toledo
University of Belize
Natural Resource Management
Sept. 2006 to May 2008
$6,000.00
Arlene Maheia
Belize
Galen University
Environmental Science
Sept. 2006 to May 2008
$17,500.00
Elida Garcia
Stann Creek
University of Belize
Natural Resource Management
Sept. 2006 to May 2008
$15,000.00
Eli Romero
Orange Walk
Muffles Junior College
Science
Sept. 2006 to May 2008
$19,000.00
Dylan Williams
Belize
University of Belize
Natural Resource Management
Sept. 2006 to May 2008
$9,000.00
Darrel Audinett
Cayo
University of Belize
Biology
Aug. 2006 to June 2008
$10,000.00
Roberto Mai
Toledo
University of Belize
Natural Resource Management
Aug. 2006 to May 2008
$19,000
Leonel Requena
Toledo
University of Belize
Natural Resource Management
Sept. 2006 to May 2008
$19,000
Kenrick Williams
Belize
Galen University
Environmental Science
Jan. 2006 to Dec. 2007
$7,500
Jasmir Cruz
Corozal
Muffles Junior College
Biology, Environmental Science
Aug. 2006 to June 2008
$5,000
Silverio Marin
Corozal
University of Belize
Natural Resource Management
Aug. 2006 to May 2008
$10,000
Said Gutierrez
Orange Walk
University of Belize
Natural Resource Management
Aug. 2006 to May 2008
$10,000
Gaspari Cordopa
Belize
Earth University
Agricultural Jan. 2007 to Science and NRM Dec. 2010
$110,559.00
Short Term Training Grants The purpose of the Short Term Training Grant for Professional Development is to enable administrative staff, technical staff, and decision-makers of eligible organizations to attend courses, conferences, workshops, seminars, symposiums or retreats that are designed to strengthen their professional capacities to more efficiently and effectively manage Belize’s natural resources and protected areas. These grants are offered to individuals directly working in the conservation field.
Professional Development Grants & Short Term Training Name of Organization/ Individual
Program/ Institution
Local/ International Training Type
Duration
Date Approved
Amount Approved
Mr. Gonzalo Castillo
Muffles College Junior College
International
Fall 2006
July 10, 2006
$5,000.00
Objectives
1. Pursue specialized short-term biology course.
Mr. Andrew Godoy
Belize Tourism Industry Association
Aug. 2006 to May 2007
June 30, 2006 $28,000.00
Objectives
2. Pursue an Executive Masters in Business Administration
Beverly Wade
Belize Fisheries Department
Objectives
3. Pursue an Executive Masters in Business Administration
International
International
Professional Development Grant
Professional Development Grant
Professional Development Grant
Aug. 2006 to May 2007
June 30, 2006 $29,000.00
Finance Department
In the FiscalYear 2006/2007, PACT’s revenues fell by 2%. A 3% growth in Conservation Fees and Interest Income was not sufficient to offset an 8% drop in Cruise Ship Commissions. At the end of last Fiscal Year, PACT increased its Endowment Fund to BZ$2,732,687. The interest earned from the investment of the Reserves including the Endowment Fund now accounts for 42% of the Administrative operating cost for the Fiscal Year 2006/2007. PACT receives its revenues from three main revenue sources: the PACT Cruise Ship Commission, which is 20% of the total Cruise Ship Passenger Tax, accounts for 44% of the total; the PACT Conservation Fee accounts for an additional 44%; while Other Sources of Revenues, which include Donations, Contributions, and Interest Earned during the Fiscal Year have increased to 12% of revenues.The continued rise in Other Sources of Revenue is due to the strategies for investment that PACT continues to implement in order to optimize its returns on investments.
Revenue Distribution OTHER REVENUE SOURCES 12%
CONSERVATION FEES 44%
CRUISESHIP COMMISSIONS 44%
Revenue Collected from 1997 to 2007 $4,451,821.00 $4,279,066.00
$4,500,000.00
$4,340,685.00
$4,000,000.00 $3,350,534.00
$3,500,000.00 $3,000,000.00
BZ Dollars (BZD)
$2,500,000.00
$2,195,068.00
$2,000,000.00 $1,500,000.00
$1,094,192.21 $1,057,780.02
$1,246,783.58
$1,476,280.25 $1,361,732.76
$1,000,000.00 $500,000.00 $1997/1998
1998/1999
1999/2000
2000/2001
2001/2002
2002/2003
Fiscal Year
2003/2004
2004/2005
2005/2006
2006/2007
Financial Statements
Table of Contents
PROTECTED AREAS CONSERVATION TRUST FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006
INDEX Page Report of the auditor to the Board of Directors
1
Balance sheets
2
Statements of operations and changes in general fund
3
Statements of cash flows
4
Notes to the financial statements Schedule of expenses
5 - 13 14
Financial Statements
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Financial Statements
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Financial Statements
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Financial Statements PROTECTED AREAS CONSERVATION TRUST
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STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars.
Cash flow from operating activities:
2007
2006
(765,812) 5,133 158,466
(739,225) (28,179) 147,785
(602,213)
(619,619)
(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable and prepayments (Increase) decrease in inventories Increase in accounts payable and accruals Increase in current portion of grants payable
(186,398) (741) 293,819 243,484
60,465 522 141,230 502,108
Net cash flow (used by)/from operating activities
(252,049)
84,706
Net (deficit) before appropriations - Loss/ Gain on disposal of assets - Depreciation
Add/(less):
Cash flow from investing activities: Proceeds from the disposal of assets Acquisition of assets Decrease/ (Increase) in investments Net cash flow from/(used by) investing activities
63,710 (228,172) 597,806
62,522 (316,869) (1,244,042)
433,344
(1,498,389)
Cash flow from financing activities: (Decrease) increase in grants payable
(416,915)
951,703
Net cash flow (used by)/from financing activities
(416,915)
951,703
Net (decrease) in cash and bank balances Cash and bank balances at the beginning of the year
(235,620)
(461,980)
Cash and bank balances at the end of the year
The notes on pages 5 to 13 form an integral part of these financial statements.
572,136
1,034,116
336,516
572,136
Financial Statements PROTECTED AREAS CONSERVATION TRUST
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars. STATUS Protected Ares Conservation Trust (PACT) was established by statute under the Protected Areas Conservation Trust Act, (the Act), Chapter 218 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2000. PACT is a non-profit organization whose primary objective is to encourage and promote, for the benefit and enjoyment of the present and future generations of Belize, the conservation and enhancement of the natural and cultural resources of Belize. PACT is funded primarily from a conservation fee imposed under Section 33 of the Act and twenty percent of all cruise ship passenger fees imposed under Section 21 of the Act. The fees are collected from non-resident visitors to Belize on their departure. PACT employed 15 persons at 31st March 2007. STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) adopted by the International Accounting Standards Board. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with IFRS requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contigent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Basis of preparation In its financial report and presentations, the organization consistently employs those accounting practices and policies which it believes most realistically portray results of operations. The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention. The accounting policies set out below have been applied consistently to the period presented in these financial statements. The financial statements have been prepared on the going concern basis which assumes that the organization will continue in operational existence for the forseeable future. The validity of this assumption depends on the continuing existence of the legislation which created the organization. The financial statements do not include any adjustments that would result if the assumption should be invalid. -Continues-
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars. 2.
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED) Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents includes cash in hand and deposits held on call with local banks. Inventories Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realizable value, cost being determined on the "first-in, first out" (FIFO) method. Property, plant, and equipment Fixed assets are recorded at cost and, except for freehold land, are depreciated depreciated by equal annual instalments over their estimated useful lives as follows: Building Furniture and fixtures Office equipment Motor vehicles
40 years 10 years 3 -10 years 4 years
Subsequent costs are included in the asset's carrying value or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits will flow to the company and the cost can be measured reliably. All other repairs and maintenance are charges to income during the financial period in which they are incurred. When equipment are disposed of by sale or scrapping, the cost and related accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts and any resulting gain or loss is reflected in the statement of operations. Grants received Grants in recognition of specific expenses are recognized as income in the same period as the relevant expense. Grants related to depreciable assets are deferred and recognized as income over the periods and in the proportions in which depreciation on those assets are charged. -Continues-
Financial Statements PROTECTED AREAS CONSERVATION TRUST NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars. STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED) Grants received (continued) Other grants are recognized as income over the period agreed for receipt of the grant, subject to management's assessment of collectibility. Support for future periods is recorded as deferred support. All contributions are considered to be available for unrestricted use unless specifically restricted by donors. Grants issued Grants are recognized as an expense in the fiscal period in which they are approved and the contract agreements with the grantees are signed. The liability recorded at this time is reduced as and when subsequent disbursements are made. Income recognition The organization receives monies from a number of different sources and classifies these monies into different categories of revenue. These categories include conservation fees, commissions, interest income, and contributions and other income. Some of these revenues, such as grants and donations received for research or capital purposes, may be restricted in its use by the external contributor. These externally restricted revenues are deferred and recognized in the same period as the related expenses are incurred. In the case of contributions received for the purchase of capital assets having a limited life, an amount equivalent to the depreciation expense is reported as revenue. Foreign currencies Transactions in foreign currencies during the year have been translated at the rates ruling on the dates of the transactions. Foreign currency balances outstanding at the balance sheet date are shown at the rates ruling on that date. Gains and losses, both realized and unrealized, are included in the statements of earnings. Interest income and expense Interest income and expense are recognized in the income statement for all interest bearing instruments on an accrual basis using the effective yield method based on the actual purchase price. Interest income includes interest earned on fixed income investments. -Continues-
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars. STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED) Comparatives Where necessary, comparative figures have been adjusted to conform with changes in presentation in the current year. FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT The organization's activities are exposed to a variety of financial risks: credit risk, liquidity risk, cash flow risk, market risk and marketing risk. Credit Risk Financial instruments which potentially subject PACT to concentrations of credit risk consist of cash accounts and investments placed in financial institutions. The organization addresses this risk by placing its financial instruments with high quality financial institutions. Liquidity risk and cash flow risk The organization is exposed to liquidity risk and cash flow risk which in this case is the risk that sufficient cash will not be available in the low tourist season to cover normal operating expenses and fixed costs, and also approving and disbursing of grants. Also, the possibility that debtors (agents) may not be able to settle obligations to the organization within the normal terms of trade. To manage this risk, the organization uses prudent policies when evaluating proposals submitted to PACT for grants. Market risk The organization is exposed to market risk from changes in the tourism industry. If there is a decrease in tourists then there is a reciprocal downward spiral in fees collected on behalf of the organization. The organization operating and financing plans include actions to minimize this uncertainty. Marketing risk The organization is faced with increased marketing risks resulting from entering into the tourism market that is largely seasonal. Additionally, political events, natural disasters, epidemics and terrorism attacks may affect tourists' decisions and impair the development of the organization. The organization works to minimize this uncertainty by investing in local and international awareness campaigns relating to Belize and the environment.
Financial Statements PROTECTED AREAS CONSERVATION TRUST
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars. 3.
2007
2006
335,870 646
571,943 193
336,516
572,136
588,291 355,373 51,137 54,435
578,628 175,810 60,833 47,567
1,049,236
862,838
CASH AND BANK Cash and bank consist of the following: Checking/savings accounts Cash on hand
4.
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE AND PREPAYMENTS Accounts receivable and prepayments consist of the following: Due from collection agents Interest receivable Other receivables & prepayments Staff loans
5.
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT Property, plant and equipment consist of the following: Cost Freehold land Building Furniture, fixtures and equipment Motor vehicles
50,000 337,228 398,444 343,950 1,129,622
Accumulated depreciation 51,026 199,882 133,141 384,049
Net Book Value
Net Book Value
50,000 286,202 198,562 210,809 745,573
50,000 283,864 211,422 199,424 744,710
Land donated to the organization is situated Belmopan. This land has not yet been recorded in the books of the organization. PACT intends to build their new offices on this site. Upon completion, PACT will then value the land and record it at market value in its books.
Financial Statements PROTECTED AREAS CONSERVATION TRUST
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars. 6.
2007
2006
4,724,844
5,322,650
257,983 370,441 51,932
144,112 225,100 17,325
680,356
386,537
275,599
407,881
871
47,208
-
17,000
134,596
166,362
1,340
17,269
INVESTMENTS Investments consist of the following: Term deposits Term deposits include restricted funds amounting to $2,732,687 (2006 - $2,222,591). See note 9.
7.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND ACCRUALS Accounts payable and accruals consists of the following: Accounts payable and accruals Programme funds payable, scholarships and training Due to collection agents
8.
GRANTS PAYABLE Grants payable consists of the following: Forest Department - Institutional Strengthening of the Biodiversity Management Program of the Forest Department Friends of Nature - Gladden Split and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve Management Project SWCMR(Fisheries Dept.) - South Water Caye Marine Reserve Boardwalk Project TIDE - Improving the Management of Payne's Creek National Park Belize Defence Force - Geographic Information System
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars. 8.
2007
2006
Ya'axche Conservation Trust - Strengthening Integrated Protected Areas Management Capacity in Toledo
-
1,793
TASTE - Water Quality Assessment Program in the Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve
-
1,670
Bacalar Chico MR (Fisheries Dept.) - Bacalar Chico Marine Reserve Visitor Center Enhancement
-
9,406
Aguacaliente Management Team - Protecting Biodiversity through Sustainable Income Generation
-
11,591
Rancho Dolores Environmental and Development Group Environmental Education Resource Center and Community Development
-
1,050
Tumul K'in Learning Center - Alternative Livelihood through Education and Honey Production
-
7,803
Caye Caulker MR (Fisheries Dept.) - Caye Caulker Marine Reserve Zoning Project
-
18,563
2,217
6,099
Bladen Management Consortium - Strengthening Management Capacity in the Bladen Nature Reserve
-
8,940
Itzamna Society - Increased Accessibility & Security at Elijio Panti National Park
861
23,651
Belize Audubon Society - Towards the Sustainability of BAS Managed Protected Areas
227,312
590,831
University of Belize - Developing the University of Belize's Natural Resource Management Program
512,890
692,733
GRANTS PAYABLE (CONTINUED)
Steadfast Tourism and Conservation Assoc. - From Paper Park to Functional Park
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars. 8.
2007
2006
Programme for Belize
27,185
-
Land Information Center
18,000
-
6,734
-
Cayo Quality Honey Producers
28,944
-
Wildlife Trust
34,208
-
569,479
-
Plenty International Belize - Garden Based Agriculture
16,183 1,856,419
2,029,850
Less: Current portion
1,125,314
881,830
731,105
1,148,020
2,222,591
1,713,953
293,062
286,047
2,515,653
2,000,000
217,034
222,591
2,732,687
2,222,591
GRANTS PAYABLE (CONTINUED)
Escuela Secundaria Tenica Mexico
Friends for Conservation & Development
9.
ENDOWMENT FUND RESERVE Brought forward, 1st April 2006 Additional appropriation from General Fund , by resolution of Board of Directors 7th April, 2006
Statutory appropriation as required by Section 30 of the PACT Act Carried forward, 31st March (note 6)
Section 30 of the Protected Areas Conservation Trust Act provides for the establishment of an Endowment Fund which shall receive no less than 5% of the total revenue derived from the Trust Fund during each fiscal year. The Endowment Fund shall be drawn on only in emergencies, contingencies and for such purposes as the Board of Directors may determine and only upon unanimous agreement of the full Board.
Financial Statements PROTECTED AREAS CONSERVATION TRUST NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars. 10. COMMISSIONS Commissions represent 20% of all cruise ship fees.
11. TAXATION Section 38 of the Protected Areas Conservation Trust Act exempts PACT from the payment of income tax, property tax and stamp duty. Section 108 (1) (f) of the Income and Business Tax Act exempts the receipts of any charitable institution from the payment of business tax. PACT is subject to payment of GST at 10% to its registered suppliers.
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SCHEDULE OF EXPENSES YEARS ENDED 31ST MARCH 2007 AND 2006 All amounts are expressed in Belize dollars. General
Grant Programme
2007
2006
General and administrative: Accounting and audit Advertising Bank charges Board meetings Cleaning Computer services Dues, subscriptions and donations Insurance Legal fees Miscellaneous expenses Office stationery and supplies Other professional fees Repairs and maintenance Security services Social security contributions, employer Staff benefits Staff salaries Staff training and exchanges Travel and subsistence Trust Advisory Council expenses Utilities Vehicle expenses Web site expenses
18056 15534 3464 83720 13915 11992 7624 8883 14076 10299 50070 20364 11948 2404 9756 173936 294039 101583 47658 6751 69783 87629 25895
0 4944 0 0 0 0 0 0 2640 5862 110 0 0 0 3235 38387 176695 64788 6002 0 0 35237
18056 20478 3464 83720 13915 11992 7624 8883 16716 16161 50180 20364 11948 2404 12991 212323 470734 166371 53660 6751 69783 122866 25895
16852 9388 3444 29723 12775 13194 10812 7742 24000 130 39460 4086 13732 5414 10914 150958 416860 105588 37665 3727 67169 101566 4132
1089379
337900
1427279
1089331
Belize’s Protected Areas
Protected Areas Site Name
Archaeological R es erve Altun Ha Barton Creek Cahal P ech Caracol Caves Branch Cerros Maya E l P ilar Lamanai Lubaantun Nimli P unit S anta R ita Xunantunich Bird S anctuary Bird Caye Doubloon Bank Little Guana Caye Los S alones Man of War Caye Monkey Caye Un-Named F ores t R es erve Caye Caulker Chiquibul Columbia R iver Deep R iver F res h Water Creek Grants Works Machaca Manatee Mango Creek ( 1) Mango Creek ( 4) Maya Mountain Monkey Caye Mountain P ine R idge S ibun S ittee R iver S was ey-Bladen Va c a
Year Established/ S.I.
Managed
1995/12 2001/04 1995/22 1995/55
NICH NICH NICH NICH NICH NICH NICH NICH NICH NICH NICH NICH
1976 1998/052 1985/03 1995/02 1995/02 1995/02 1977/09 1977/09 1977/09 1977/09 1977/09 1977/09 1977/09
F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F or es t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept.
1998/28 1995/54 1997/115 1990 2001/66 1989/95 1998/86 1959 1989/62 1989/62 1997/114 1996/130 2000/112 1977 1977 1989/90 2003/137
F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ore s t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept. F ores t Dept.
Co-Managed
Acreage
38.4 0.5 22.4 25,549.50 15.3 24.3 1,906.80 979.7 33.4 41.7 0.1 7.7
BAS
F AMR ACC
F riends of F res hwater Creek
1.3 3.7 2.6 2.9 1.9 1.3 1.1 93.7 147,823.10 148,303.00 67,304.80 33,392.90 7,906.10 3,096.10 103,908.00 10,803.20 19,071.80 41,729.90 1,654.40 106,352.70 106,393.00 92,316.60 14,778.60 34,886.80
Protected Areas Site Name
Marine Reserves Bacalar Chico Bacalar Chico Caye Caulker Dog Flea Caye Emily or Caye Glory Gladden Spit Gladden Spit and S ilk Cayes Glovers Reef Glovers Reef Glovers Reef Glovers Reef Hol Chan Hol Chan
Year Established/ S.I.
Managed
Co-Managed
1996/88 Fisheries Dept. 1996/88 Fisheries Dept. 1998/35 Fisheries Dept. 2003/161 2003/161 2003/161 2003/95
11,597.00 4,196.80 F AMR ACC
9,670.20
Fr ie nds of Nature
1,424.30 1,350.90 3,996.90 25,978.30
Fisheries Dept.
Fisheries Dept. Fisheries Dept. Fisheries Dept. 2001/137 Fisheries Dept. 2001/137 Fisheries Dept. 2001/137 Fisheries Dept.
Acreage
3,831.50 17,470.90 667.4
2001/137 Fisheries Dept. 1987/57 Fisheries Dept. 1987/57 Fisheries Dept. 1987/57 Fisheries Dept. 1987/57 Fisheries Dept.
64,683.30 624.2 1,458.60
Fisheries Dept.
989.8 1,663.30 1,536.10 96,731.10
Rocky Point Sandbore
Fisheries Dept. Fisheries Dept. Fisheries Dept. 2000/9 Fisheries Dept. 2003/161 Fisheries Dept. 2003/161 Fisheries Dept. 2003/161 Fisheries Dept.
Sa podilla Caye s Seal Caye Silk Caye s South Point Lighthouse Sout h Point Turne f f e
1996/117 2003/161 2003/95 2003/161 2003/161
Fisheries Dept. Fisheries Dept.
38,594.00 1,600.80 378.3 1,316.50 1,378.70
Sout h Wate r Caye
1996/118 Fisheries Dept.
117,874.90
Hol Chan Hol Chan Hol Chan Nicholas Caye Northern Glovers Reef Port Honduras Port Honduras Rise and Fall Bank
National Park A g ua s Tur bia s Bacalar Chico Billy Ba r que de e r Chiquibul Five Blue s Lake Gr a g r a L a g oon Guana ca s t e Hone y Ca mp L a ug hing Bir d Ca ye M a yf lowe r Boca wina
1987/57 2003/161 2003/161 2000/9
Fisheries Dept. Fisheries Dept. Fisheries Dept.
1994/44 1996/89 2001/176 1995/55
Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept.
1994/52 2002/86 1994/46
Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept.
2001/65
Forest Dept.
1996/94 2001/139
Forest Dept. Forest Dept.
285.9 454.7
TI DE TI DE
3,270.00 4,252.20 1,408.80 1,288.30
TASTE Fr ie nds of Nature
Fr ie nds of t he Valle y
8,750.40 11,145.20 1,639.10
Fr ie nds of Gr a Gr a
264,003.30 4,061.20 1,319.70
BAS
57.6 7,772.00
Friends of Nature Fr ie nds of Ma yf lowe r / Boca
10,119.60 7,854.00
Protected Areas Site Name
Year Established/ S.I.
Managed
National Park Monke y Ba y Nojka a xme e n Eligio Panti Pa yne's Cr e e k Rio Bla nco
1994/45 2001/177 2004/149 1994/41
Forest Dept.
Sa rs toon -Tema s h St. He r ma n's Blue Hole
1994/42 1986/109
Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept.
Natural Monument Act un Tunichil Muknal Blue Hole Blue Hole (Marine) Ha lf moon Caye Thous a nd Foot Falls Vict or i a Pe a k
2004/15 1996/96 1996/96 1982/30 2004/79 1998/47
Nature Reserve Bla d e n
1990/66
Bur don Canal Ta pir Mount ain Wildlife Sanctuary Aguacalient e Cockscomb Basin Corozal Bay Cr ooke d Tr e e Gales Point Spanish Cr e e k Swallow Caye
Co-Managed
Acreage
I t za ma Societ y TI DE Friends of Rio Blanco
2,122.20 12,657.30 36,420.50 94.3
SATI I M BAS
41,854.70 664.5
Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept.
BAS BAS BAS BAS BAS
457.3 946.5 76.6 9,770.90 1,290.40 4,840.60
BMC
99,673.80
1992/88 2004/15
Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept.
BAS
5,254.80 6,299.60
1998 1997/113 1998/48 1984/95
Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept.
Aquacaliente Mgmt.Team BAS
1998/92 2002/87 2002 /102
Forest Dept. Forest Dept. Forest Dept.
Forest Dept. Forest Dept.
BAS
5,467.90 122,260.10 180,508.30 36,479.30
Rancho Dolores Dev. Group Friends of Swallow Caye
9,096.80 6,001.30 8,972.10
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