Latest update March 26th, 2026 7:55 AM
Stabroek Market rehabilitation on the way
– as City Council, Local Govt Ministry forge partnership to start work
(Kaieteur News) – The Georgetown Mayor and City Council (M&CC) and the Government of Guyana, through the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, have formalised a collaborative partnership to undertake critical rehabilitation works on the Stabroek Market.
The joint initiative was set in motion following a feasibility study commissioned by the Council, which identified an urgent and pressing need for extensive enhancement and repair to three key areas: the market’s iconic roof, its drainage systems, and the surrounding waterfront infrastructure.
The Stabroek Market
According to information released from the M&CC, the vital project is part of a significant step towards preserving a national landmark and enhancing the experience for thousands of daily users.
As such a pivotal coordination meeting was convened in the Mayor’s boardroom on Thursday. The session brought together a dedicated team of technical experts, including engineers and staff from the Ministry of Local Government.
The meeting consisted of key personnel from the Georgetown M&CC, representing the City Engineer’s Department, the Town Clerk’s Office, the Markets Department, and the City Constabulary.
The meeting served as a crucial platform to align all stakeholders on the project’s detailed framework. Central to the discussions was a thorough review of the full scope of works, outlining the specific tasks and quality standards required for a successful outcome.
The assembled multi-technical team embodies the cooperative spirit of the project and will be responsible for liaising directly with the appointed contractor, BM Property Investments Inc., to ensure the smooth and efficient execution of all planned works.
The collaborative management structure was a key focus, with both parties outlining how their respective teams will provide continuous support to BM Property Investments Inc., facilitating access, information, and on-the-ground coordination to minimise disruptions.
To further ensure minimal impact on the market’s bustling daily operations, the strategy of implementing nighttime construction was carefully considered. This approach is designed to allow the most intrusive phases of work to proceed aftermarket hours, thereby protecting the livelihoods of vendors and maintaining access for the public during the day.
In a demonstrative commitment to the project’s safety and operational continuity, the Mayor and City Council have pledged to provide a dedicated on-site electrician for the entire duration of the contract. Furthermore, to maintain transparency and clear communication, a dynamic work plan will be developed and shared on a weekly basis, keeping all parties informed of progress and upcoming activities.
This essential job of rehabilitating, enhancing, and improving the market’s roof and drainage is scheduled to commence in the within weeks with the Town Clerk’s department providing notices and walk through to follow.
The primary objective is to bring much-needed relief and a significantly improved, safer, and more modern environment for the vendors who earn their livelihood within the market, the citizens of Georgetown who rely on its services, and all who visit this historic site.
The funding model for this project itself reflects the spirit of partnership. The Government of Guyana will be providing the principal funding for the major structural and civil works, while the Mayor and City Council will be directly responsible for covering all costs associated with the electrical aspects of the rehabilitation.
The Council said that the project is a testament to the positive outcomes that can be achieved through proactive collaboration between the Mayor and City Council and the Central Government, working in unison to serve the best interests of the people.
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