Cap-Haïtien, August 20, 2025 — In a significant decision announced during the Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, the Haitian government appointed a new municipal commission to oversee the administration of Cap-Haïtien, replacing Mayor Yvrose Pierre, who had faced mounting criticism over her management of the city.
The New Leadership Team
- Angie Bell – appointed as President of the municipal commission
- Patrick Almonor – confirmed to remain as a member
- Isaac Pierre-Louis – newly added member
This three-person commission will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day governance in Haiti’s second-largest city.
Why the Change?
Mayor Yvrose Pierre’s tenure was heavily criticized, particularly for poor waste management and sanitation issues that have plagued Cap-Haïtien. Residents and civil society organizations have repeatedly raised concerns about uncollected garbage, clogged drainage systems, and worsening public health risks.
The government’s move to restructure the municipal leadership is widely seen as a response to these concerns, as well as part of a broader push to restore accountability in local governance.
Priorities for the New Commission
The newly appointed commission has been tasked with:
- Tackling sanitation and waste management — a chronic problem in Cap-Haïtien.
- Improving municipal services — from street cleaning to traffic regulation.
- Restoring citizen trust — after months of discontent over poor administration.
Looking Ahead
Local outlet Le Reflet reports that additional details will soon be announced regarding other municipalities affected by similar changes. These appointments are part of a broader national effort to reinforce municipal governance amid ongoing political and economic challenges.
The eyes of the Cap-Haïtien population are now on Angie Bell and her team, as they take on the daunting mission of cleaning up and revitalizing one of Haiti’s most historic cities.
