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Premier Smith: "We Sound the Clarion Call that Transformation of Our Public Service Has Begun"

Thursday, 23 June 2016 - 4:00pm

It is often said that “success is not a destination, but rather a journey”.

“It is what it says on the tin- public service”

Thursday, 23 June 2016 - 3:30pm

As you will hear me say in the video when one is embarking on any project, it is important to keep in mind a key question:

Question And Answers On Water Supply

Thursday, 23 June 2016 - 3:15pm

The Leader of the Opposition and Representative of the Third Electoral District to ask the Honourable Minister for Communications and Works the following questions:

The North Shore Integrated Costal And Watershed Stabilisation Project

Thursday, 23 June 2016 - 2:45pm

Madam Speaker, at the sitting of this House on 25th January 2016 I introduced the North Shore Integrated Coastal and Watershed Stabilization Project. At that time the Project was just getting started; I am pleased to report that a significant amount of work has been done since that time which I wish to share with the House today.

Strategic Feral Animal Control Management Plan

Thursday, 23 June 2016 - 2:30pm

Madame Speaker, there is a vexing problem facing the Territory with respect to the feral (wild and uncultured) animal population. Through the Department of Agriculture and the Ministry I have received numerous complaints from farmers and homeowners alike of the damage these animals cause. While the Department of Agriculture has always been engaged in efforts to reduce the numbers in the stray animal population, efforts are being ratcheted up to alleviate this problem through the implementation of a Strategic Feral Animal Control Management Plan.  This plan provides the framework that involves actions to minimize the negative economic and environmental impacts. It also takes into consideration public health issues that can be caused by wild untamed diseased animals.

Questions And Answers For Additional School Year

Thursday, 23 June 2016 - 1:15pm

The Member for the Third District to ask the Honourable Minister for Education and Culture the following questions:

National Sewerage Programme Update

Thursday, 23 June 2016 - 12:00pm

Madam Speaker, the National Sewerage Programme is another major undertaking of this Government, through the Ministry of Communications and Works.

Water Improvements In The Territory

Thursday, 23 June 2016 - 11:45am

Madam Speaker, The Ministry of Communications and Works has embarked on an aggressive program to provide the residents of the Virgin Islands with a more reliable, sustainable and consistent potable water supply. We started with first assessing all existing water assets and resources, to develop a comprehensive action plan to achieve this goal. Currently there are a number of projects geared towards improving the potable water infrastructure in the Territory.

Caribbean Development Bank Loan Funded Projects Update

Thursday, 23 June 2016 - 11:45am

Madam Speaker, we are making significant progress with road rehabilitation work under the Caribbean Development Bank CDB Loan Funded Projects.

Update On Road Infrastructure Development Programme

Thursday, 23 June 2016 - 11:30am

Madam Speaker, the objective set out by the Ministry of Communications and Works spearheaded by the Public Works Department, is to upgrade and improve the existing road network to allow for better use by Motorists and pedestrians. This ensures improved safety to international standards for all users and newly upgraded roads should have a lifespan for of 15 to 20 years.

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