{"id":359788,"date":"2026-04-17T10:52:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T14:52:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/?p=359788"},"modified":"2026-04-17T10:52:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T14:52:09","slug":"statement-kalinago-council-responds-to-marigot-mp-anthony-charles-press-release","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/homepage\/homepage-carousel\/statement-kalinago-council-responds-to-marigot-mp-anthony-charles-press-release\/","title":{"rendered":"STATEMENT: Kalinago Council responds to Marigot MP Anthony Charles&#8217; press release"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><em><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-359790\" src=\"https:\/\/dominicanewsonline.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Anette-Sanford-642x610.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"608\" \/><\/em><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><em><strong>Disclaimer<\/strong>: The views, and claims, expressed in this statement are solely those of the author and do not represent the views of Duravision Inc., Dominica News Online, or any of its subsidiary brands.<\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><em>Official Statement from the Kalinago Council in Response to a Press Release Dated April 15, 2026 Issued by Anthony S. Charles, Parliamentary Representative for the Marigot Constituency.<\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">The Kalinago Council wishes to express its deep concerns regarding a recent statement\/press release issued by Mr. Anthony S. Charles; the Parliamentary Representative for Marigot Constituency, captioned \u2013 Statement on Mining Operations at Deux Branches for International Airport Construction, which have been in circulation on social media and on radio.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">In response to what the Council considers to be a very troubling statement, the Council is perforce to quote the opening line of Mr. Charles statement which states, \u201cThe people of Marigot have always stood for progress that respects both development and the rights of our citizens\u201d (emphasis ours)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">Clearly, Mr. Charles seems to be inferring in that statement, that the citizens of Concord and the Kalinago Territory are not subjected to that same \u201crespect and rights\u201d as citizens, as referenced in his statement.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">It must be noted that the Kalinago Council, is mandated and has the sole responsibility of protecting the welfare, interest, and future of the Kalinago people. It is also worth noting that for generations, our people have endured systemic marginalization, cultural erosion, and attempts at assimilation, even near-genocidal pressures. Yet, we remain resilient, grounded in our identity, and sustained by our lands and natural resources.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">The Concord River, which runs right within the vicinity of Deux Branches is part of our lifeline. The said river has supported the livelihoods through tourism, sustains daily living, and holds cultural and environmental significance for the Kalinago people. Any development that undermines and threatens the integrity of the river and our water source must be treated with utmost seriousness and transparency.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">It therefore begs the question: Has Mr. Charles held any discussions with the Council and\/or the citizens of Concord and the Kalinago people regarding the statement in his press release which states: \u201cTo safeguard our environment, comprehensive mitigation measures are being implemented at the Deux Branches site\u201d? What are these comprehensive mitigation measures?<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">It is also worth noting that the recently published Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), which incidentally, (the developers) never discussed with the citizens of Concord or the Kalinago people, raises alarming concerns. It revealed the presence of E. Coli contamination in the river as far back as November 2025, information that was never communicated to the affected communities, despite continued use of the river by residents.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">Even more troubling are findings of mercury deposits and arsenic levels reportedly up to five hundred times above the World Health Organization\u2019s recommended limits. These are not minor oversights; they are serious public health risks with long-term implications, including increased cancer susceptibility. It is unacceptable that such critical information was withheld from the very people most at risk.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">These public health issues warranted the Development and Planning Corporation \u2013 The Planning Authority \u2013 Chapter 84:01 Laws of Dominica to issue a Stop Order \u2013 Physical Planning Act Chap 63:05 \u2013 Dated December 1, 2025 \u2013 citing in the Stop Order the following offense \u201cyou have threaten and\/or affected the health and safety of the public\u201d and requiring the operators to IMMEDIATELY STOP the mining works at Deux Branches.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">It is therefore, extremely disturbing that Mr. Charles should state in his press release \u201cThe fair compensation and with these safeguards in place, then we must proceed\u201d (emphasis ours) seeking to advocate action(s) in clear violation of the laws of the Commonwealth of Dominica.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">The Council has been reliably informed that suitable stone\/aggregate resources required for the airport\u2019s development can be sourced from alternate quarry on the island. This underscores the importance of carefully evaluating alternatives that would avoid unnecessary environmental and social disruption within the Kalinago Territory, consequent upon mining and quarry operations at Deux Branches.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">Furthermore, Mr. Charles, in his capacity as Parliamentary Representative, has not made any meaningful effort to engage the people of Marigot or Concord regarding these ongoing developments. There has been no consultation, no dialogue, and no demonstration of advocacy on behalf of the communities of Marigot and Concord at a time when leadership is most needed.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">The Kalinago people will not stand by while decisions are made that jeopardize our health, environment, and heritage. We assert our right to be informed, consulted, and actively involved in any development that impacts our People and our resources.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">The Council, stands committed and will continue to defend the integrity of the Kalinago Territory and the well-being of our people. We stand ready and available to engage in dialogue with Mr. Charles on the issue, should he be willing to engage in such dialogue.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">In closing, we, the Council calls for immediate transparency, accountability, and meaningful engagement as well as for the respect of the laws of the Commonwealth of Dominica, before any further actions are taken in the Deux Branches area.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><strong><em>Signed:<\/em><\/strong><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><strong><em>Chief\u00a0Anette Sanford\u00a0and<\/em><\/strong><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><strong><em>Councilors<\/em><\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Disclaimer: The views, and claims, expressed in this statement are solely those of the author and do not represent the views of Duravision Inc., Dominica News Online, or any of its subsidiary brands. 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