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30 Million $$$ boost for four grounds in the Cinderella County
MCY&S Ground Enhancement Programme motors on
Minister Ramson (right) engaged in discussions with some sports enthusiasts during Sunday’s visit to the Essequibo.
A hands on approach has been the modus operandi of Minister Ramson since taking up the post. He is seen here during a visit to one of the grounds in Essequibo.
Kaieteur News – As Minister of Culture Youth and Sport Charles Ramson Jr. continues his pathway to ensuring sports facilities within communities are in proper shape to develop Guyana’s athletes as well as create safe spaces for exercising, he has revealed that four more grounds in the Cinderella County would enhanced with some $30 Million dollars allocated.
As he has done since assuming office, being on the ground to interact and have an intimate view of things, Minister Ramson visited the Essequibo Coast on Sunday last to see how works are progressing.
He has informed that half of the allocated amount have been disbursed to the grounds indentified, Affiance, Reliance, Queenstown and Lima, the latter to benefit from lights.
Minister Ramson (right) being advised on the progress of works at one of the grounds on the Essequibo Coast.
Further, Ramson informed that the works at each ground would be different and is expecting that when the works are completed, the various communities would be proud of the finished product.
The very proactive Minister has already stated that he is unwavering with regards to facilities being totally utilised by members of the communities and has received the full backing of President, Dr. Irfaan Ali.
When facilities are fully made use of, they last longer as well as service the needs of athletes and members of communities.
Some $915.5 Million of MCY&S 1.5 Billion has been allocated in the recent National Budget, the largest ever, towards the enhancement of community grounds nationwide. This would allow the grounds, in some instances to be expanded to be used as parks.
It is also the intention of the MCY&S to establish first-class, multi-purpose sporting facilities in Regions Two, Six and Ten. It is also the intention of Minister Ramson to work collectively with the relevant Sports Associations/Federations to ensure maximum utilisation of the facilities when completed.
Meanwhile, during his visit on Sunday last, Minister Ramson also inspected venues that had benefitted from funds allocated in the previous budget to have a first-hand view on the progress of works.
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