Leadership & Governance
The Arouca Community Council is managed by an elected Executive body, serving a biennial term to oversee policy, financial management, and civic administration. Executive Term: April 2026 – April 2028.
Executive Officers
Trustees
Committee Members
President: Dr. Jelani I. Reid
Vice President: Jerome John
Secretary: Dr. Shaquille O. Trotman
Assistant Secretary: Ms. Merliane Mauge
Treasurer: Ms. Atia Thomas
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Youth Officer: Ms. Ariel Browne
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Education & Research: Â Dennis D. Lorde III
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Public Relations: Mr. Israel Jack
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Welfare Officer: Mrs. Patricia Jack
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Trustee: Mrs. Lue Anda Francis-Blackman
Trustee: Mr. Armondo Maharaj-Pacheco
Committee Member: Clarencia BrittoÂ
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Committee Member: Marva Asche Â
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Committee Member: Jamiliah JackÂ
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Committee Member: Patricia AgardÂ
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Committee Member: Molly GuevaraÂ
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About the Arouca Community Council
Established in 1966, the Arouca Community Council operates as the representative authority for the community of Arouca. Its mandate is established by a formal Constitution, which defines the Council's responsibility for community coordination, advocacy, and development.
The Council functions under constitutional authority to manage community affairs and represent resident interests. Its administrative scope is focused on the geographical development and governance of Arouca, providing a structured framework for the legal and civic representation of its membership.
Community Initiatives
The Council coordinates programmes and initiatives in support of community development, education, welfare, and civic participation, in keeping with its constitutional objectives.
Sustainable Development
Facilitating projects focused on physical infrastructure improvements and identifying priority zones for development within the Arouca community, ensuring all initiatives align with long-term strategic plans.
Structural Infrastructure & Growth
Youth & Education
Empowering the next generation through youth-led workshops, educational scholarships, and community learning programs designed to build capacity and academic excellence across all demographics.
Skill Development & Learning
Welfare & Civic Duty
Coordinating social support systems for vulnerable citizens and fostering a culture of active civic engagement. The Council ensures that every resident has a voice in the collective development of Arouca.
Inclusive Advocacy & Support
All bookings are request-based and subject to approval by the Executive of the Arouca Community Council.
Arouca Community Centre — Venue Rental
Booking Process
- Submit booking request
- Executive review
- Approval and instructions issued
Contact the Council
Connect on WhatsApp
Messages are monitored during business hours. Please allow reasonable time for responses.
Official Email
aroucacommunitycouncil@gmail.com
Official Secretariat
Arouca Community Council
Arouca Community Centre
# 2 Victoria Street, Arouca, 350519
Republic of Trinidad and Tobago