The Minister responsible for Physical Planning and Infrastructure Development, Hon. Akierra Missick, recently travelled to the historically beautiful Island of Salt Cay, she was accompanied by her Permanent Secretary, Mr. Ian Astwood, Director of Public Works, Mr. Garvin Thomas and Principal Architect, Mr. Mark McAulay.
On arrival the Minister and PPID team was met by the District Commissioner, Mrs. Alameda Wilson. Together the team observed the Dock, Seawall, the Salt Shed and bathroom facilities, as well as the main bridge and assessed the works that were required to be completed to these entities, to restore them to their prime.
The Team also assessed required upgrade works to the R.O. Plant, inclusive of fencing the area around it, as well as refurbishing the water tank in the North District.
During the visit the team evaluated several other facilities, such as the Basketball Court, which will be resurfaced, as well as other required maintenance works needed to be carried out, to restore this recreational park to its optimal state. Also assessed were the Hurricane shelters and they established the need for generator houses to be constructed in two locations, the Methodist Church Hall and the Club House.
The Minister will continue the Island visits within the coming weeks, culminating with a comprehensive compilation of all requirements throughout the Islands, to ensure that the $15 Million in funding is adequately dispersed, so as to meet the various community needs. The Minister reiterates her Ministry’s commitment to offer any required assistance through the Department of Public Works and by extension, the Ministry and assure you that the Team at PPID welcomes you and maintains an open door policy, readily available to hear any concerns and rectify any issues which may arise.
Hon. Missick expressed; “The visit to Salt Cay was very rewarding and dare I say a lot of fun. We had an opportunity to put our thoughts together on how we will roll out our Community Development Program. We have also decided that we will seek a partnership with the National Trust on the rehabilitation of the Governments House which was built in 1795 and can be the prize winning historic and tourism site. Thank you to all those in Salt Cay who welcomed us and expressed their desires for their Island Home including those of Salt Cay decent who are very keen to see their home Island receive its due care and attention.”
