Lucy Belle-Matthew has been sworn in as the new mayor of Roseau, replacing Sandra Irmine Royer, who served from 2020 to 2026.
Dominica: Lucy Belle-Matthew has been sworn in as the mayor of the city of Roseau, ready to officially begin her tenure serving the citizens. The swearing in ceremony took place on April 20, 2026, during the 15th inaugural meeting at the St. Alphonsus Parish Hall in Goodwill, Roseau.
Lucy Belle-Matthew has officially been sworn in as the mayor of Roseau City. Mayor Lucy Belle-Matthew has replaced Sandra Irmine Royer who served as mayor for 6 years, starting from 2020 to 2026.
Winning by 408 votes, Lucy Matthew, will serve for three years, pledging to address sanitation, property management and street vending issues in Roseau during her term. With the new council, the mayor shared that they will work hand in hand, with cooperation from the people, to develop the city of Roseau.
During her address, the newly elected mayor of Roseau reaffirmed her commitment to the people of Roseau, stating that she will serve them with integrity and a strong sense of duty.
I am mindful that the that the role of mayor is not one of privilege but of service. It is a solemn duty to safeguard the welfare of our citizens, to strengthen the foundation of our council and to ensure that Roseau continues to thrive as the heartbeat of our nation. Be assured I will not disappoint you, stated the Mayor.
Also present at the ceremony, Parliamentary Representative for Roseau, Melissa Poponne Skerrit, shared that she looks forward to working with Mayor Lucy Belle-Matthew and the new Roseau City Council, to advance the city of Roseau.
I look forward to working closely with you to advance meaningful development unlocking new opportunities and to improve the quality of life for every resident in the city, shared the Parliamentary Representative.
Melissa Skerrit welcomed the new counsellors, adding that the mix of both the old and new counsellors will bring a balance between fresh ideas and valuable experience.
To the 12 counsellors, both returning and newly elected, congratulations to each and every one of you. I am encouraged to see the inclusion of new faces, new energy, fresh ideas, and renewed passion. At the same time, we benefit from the experience of and the institutional knowledge of those who have served here before, she added.