Reef Village shut down?

Ambergris Daily says:-

Reef Village has been closed by the BTB who today ordered the police to put up signs to the effect that Reef Village is not allowed to trade or carry on any business on the premises.

It appears that hundreds of thousands of dollars in back taxes are owed to the BTB (Belize Tourism Board) and after many meetings with the CEO,Jeff Pierce, that monies were not forthcoming.They took the drastic step of closing down the resort,as it was felt that nobody took them seriously.

Cory McDermott who owns the theatre was contacted and he had no idea that orders from the government organisation had in effect closed his business down.

Having talked to a representative from the BTB the Ambergris Daily was told Reef Village is being held in non compliance on paying taxes on both the timeshares and for vacation rentals.They say the Mr.Pierce is going to pay shortly and they will then lift the stop orders that they have issued.The BTB would not say how much money was owing

Mr. Pierce was not answering his phone and was unable to be contacted.It is unclear if anyone can presently use their condos or villas on the property.

They should get Jeff Pierce appointed to the BTB so he can waive all his own taxes. I'm sure I can remember another instance of that happening.....