Stewarding Shared Land for a Shared Future
We protect, manage, and responsibly allocate the Commonage lands of Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera—balancing heritage with sustainable development for all rightful descendants.
Our Mission
To manage and protect the Tarpum Bay Commonage lands with transparency, accountability, and integrity—ensuring equitable access and sustainable use for current and future generations.
Our Vision
A united Tarpum Bay community, rooted in tradition, working together to build a prosperous, inclusive, and environmentally responsible future through fair stewardship of our shared land.
Board of Directors 2026
The elected leadership responsible for the strategic governance and daily administration of the Tarpum Bay Commonage.
Jewel Edwards
Provides leadership, oversight, and strategic guidance for all committee operations.
Monicah Cloud
Assists the Chairperson and ensures continuity of operations in their absence.
Olga Cartwright
Maintains meeting minutes, correspondence, and the committee’s official records.
Erma Carey
Maintains meeting minutes, correspondence, and the committee’s official records.
Alice Johnson
Oversees financial management, transparency, and reporting of committee funds.
Marsha Carey
Coordinates community outreach and communication efforts for the committee.
The Trustees
"Responsible for the long-term protection of commonage documents and communal property rights."
Ian Carey
Custodian of commonage property, legal documents, and heritage assets.
Lakell Archer
Supports governance and preservation of commonage land resources.
Ronald RJ Carey
Ensures proper safekeeping and accountability of committee holdings.
Eric Carey
Supports governance and preservation of commonage land resources.
Audrey Tynes
Ensures proper safekeeping and accountability of committee holdings.
Diane Carey
Supports governance and preservation of commonage land resources.
Laverne Armbrister
Ensures proper safekeeping and accountability of committee holdings.
Debra Moxey
Supports governance and preservation of commonage land resources.
Erica Carey
Ensures proper safekeeping and accountability of committee holdings.
Cassandra Johnson
Ensures proper safekeeping and accountability of committee holdings.
Spiritual Leadership
Providing guidance and support to the Commonage family.
Sherry Ann Sands
Committee ChaplainProvides spiritual guidance, opens meetings with prayer, and supports community unity.
Violet Knowles
Committee ChaplainProvides spiritual guidance, opens meetings with prayer, and supports community unity.
Our Responsibilities
Land Allocation
Review and approve applications for rightful land use and distribution.
Community Engagement
Host meetings, publish updates, and ensure transparent decisions.
Heritage Protection
Safeguard cultural and environmental legacies for future generations.
The Allocation Journey
A transparent, four-step process to secure your rights.
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Check eligibility
Confirm descendant status and required documentation.
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Submit application
Complete the online form and upload supporting docs.
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Committee review
Applications are reviewed against guidelines & bylaws.
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Decision & next steps
Receive outcome, conditions, and guidance on use.
Our Legacy
The Commonage Act
Establishment of communal land rights to ensure Tarpum Bay descendants had permanent access to agricultural and residential land.
Generational Stewardship
The formalization of the Committee structure to manage documentation and resolve land use disputes through community-led governance.
Digital Transformation
Modernizing our records and application processes to ensure transparency and equitable access in the digital age.