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Perpetrators of This Type of Activity Will Be Made To Pay

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Minister of Housing and Urban Renewal Keith Bell shares the government’s plan for tackling this issue in the future

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2 months ago

February 22, 2024

Megan Shepherd

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Thursday morning’s exercise included the removal of several vehicles from private property.

Minister of Housing and Urban Renewal Keith Bell shares the government’s plan for tackling this issue in the future.

Environment Minister Vaughn Miller says a survey was conducted and it was discovered that Englerston was the most challenged area. He says this initiative is just the first step in returning a culture of cleanliness to The Bahamas.

And for those that continue to break the law by dumping derelict vehicles, State Minister Zane Lightbourne says those perpetrators will be responsible for footing the bill.

He adds that overrun areas and the accumulation of derelict vehicles also present a health hazard to the community.

To this end, Acting Director in the Department of Environmental Services Launa Williams says health inspectors have been consistently monitoring and citing those in violation of the law. She adds that vector control officers have also been throughout the community.

Now the initiative will also target scrap yards and mechanics. Assistant Commissioner of Police Anthony Rolle says if you’re vehicles or scrap material is not contained within your property, you too can face fines.

If you have derelict vehicles on your property or throughout your neighborhood, you are encouraged to reach out.

Now while the vehicles were being searched before removal, an imitation firearm was discovered in one of them.

A 24-hour hotline has also been established for your environmental concerns. Residents can contact 322-8037 to report matters within their community.