There is opposition to the way the village is being run under his tenure, with some residents claiming that there is a lack of accountability and that issues are not being addressed.
But Toshao of St Cuthbert’s Mission Luke Simon also has strong support in the community and plans to run for re-election when his term ends in April 2015.
In an interview with Stabroek News, Simon said that in the three years he has been captain there were a few noteworthy accomplishments: four bridges were built, including the Mahaica River pedestrian bridge; the boat landing was refurbished; a benab measuring 60ft in diameter and 50ft in height was completed on December 21, 2013; an eco-resort was built and Simon talked about investing in eco-tourism. Under his leadership too, the community acquired a