AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoKingston Governance: KSAMC deployed municipal police and environmental wardens to clear street vendors from outside Kingston Parish Church and Upper King Street, saying the enforcement aims to restore order and reduce congestion. Public Services: The National Water Commission is seeking a 51 per cent tariff increase, citing mounting costs and a $33.2-billion debt. Small businesses say it should fix leaking pipes first; the utility says it needs about $30 billion annually to improve infrastructure. Climate Resilience: A Public Accounts Committee hearing raised questions about delays in five climate projects worth $13.4 billion, with only one completed. Officials cited staffing shortages, COVID-19 impacts and procurement requirements. Infrastructure and Housing: Works Minister Robert Morgan asked residents and businesses to be patient as repairs begin on Lucea’s Seaview Drive corridor. More than 100 lots are also being prepared in Trelawny for Cooper’s Pen residents facing relocation. Accountability: Justice Minister Delroy Chuck urged stronger regional cooperation, transparency and accountability to tackle corruption and protect public resources. Digital Government: A new government drone-imagery platform will help state agencies access and share mapping data, including material gathered after Hurricane Melissa.
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