Administration
Council is mandated to act through the Administration of Chief Officers and Staff to deliver Local Government Services and assist the Council in policy development and the implementation of these policies. The Administrative Arm executes these resolutions of Council and is tasked with the efficient and effective delivery of products and services to all stakeholders through Direct Labour, Contracted Services, Recurrent and Capital Works programmes.
Venues, Facilities, Parks and Bookings
Parks & Playfields
There are sixty-four (64) parks and playfields in the municipality of San Fernando that are under the authority of the Corporation. These facilities are utilized by the communities for social and cultural activities. Skinner Park is the most popular and widely used.
Other Institutions
The rental of the Corporation’s auditorium facility is done on a “first come, first serve” basis. Council’s approval must be obtained for the use of the facility.
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Markets and Abattoirs
There are two (2) general markets and one (1) fish market under the purview of the SFCC. Due to the dilapidated conditions of the Abattoir, it was demolished in 2013. The markets are the Central Market located in San Fernando and the Marabella Market in Marabella. The Fish Market is situated on King’s Wharf.
Cemeteries
The three (3) cemeteries that fall under the jurisdiction of the SFCC are:
- Paradise Cemetery: This is a closed cemetery located in the inner City. Only owners of allotments and their authorized relatives can use this cemetery.
- Roodal Cemetery: This is the most frequently used Cemetery in the City. It caters to the needs of all citizens /residents of San Fernando.
- Marabella Cemetery: This Cemetery is utilized by residents of Marabella and its environs.
