For the first Deputy Mayor of the new town of Lethem, 19-year-old Maxine Welch, her age is an asset as it allows her to relate to the largest demographic of her municipality, the youth.
Welch, who was voted into her council seat by the residents of Lethem’s Constituency Three (Moco-Moco – Manari – Tabatinga Bridge to Third Street) told Stabroek News last evening that she is honoured by the confidence the council has shown in her abilities.
“I’ve taken on many challenges before and this is just one more challenge I
