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 COMMUNITY NOTICES — P2  LOCAL NEWS — P4  SAVE THE PLANET — P6  REGIONAL C360 — P8 THIS ISSUE INSIDE

Home alarm systems distributed to Beach pollution has reached Jamaica Government to access Lobster �ishing season now closed residents of Prospect and Red Bay catastrophic levels dormant acc Customs and Border Control produces results

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 Ministry and CBC Leaders (Photo by Jamie Hicks, GIS) Fantastic Performance Department of for Tourism in January Sports Honours Total visitation into the Cay- est month for cruise arrivals for to a smoother more streamlined Suzy Bergstrom Soto man Islands continued their any month in recorded history. experience. We are committed positive trend in January with “January’s fantastic perfor- to ensuring this experience is By Flynn Bush 312,476 stayover visitors and standard for both our air and cruise passengers, an increase of Ministry and Department of cruise passengers.” Ask anyone and they 21.3 percent over 2018 and the Tourism’smance is ancommitment af�irmation to of thein- Canadian arrivals recorded its will tell you that they largest visitation for a January in creasing airlift into the destina- best January in recorded history have their own bur- recorded history. Air arrivals action,” commented Deputy Pre- with an increase of 5.28 percent dens, trials and trib- counted for over 40,000 stayover mier and Minister for Tourism, over 2018. Visitation from the ulations, so to speak. visitors, a 5.56 percent increase the Honourable Moses Kirkcon- United States increased by 7.94 We have all had ob- over 2018; while cruise passen- nell. “With a facility triple the percent and was largely aided stacles placed in our gers accounted for over 271,111 size of the old building, travellers by increased air capacity from path. That fact is what visitors, an increase of 24.12 through Owen Roberts Interna- makes us alike. What percent over 2018 and the larg- tional Airport can look forward ... Continued story on page 2 separates us, however, is how we respond

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FRONT PAGE BANNERS NOW AVAILABLE Contact 916 2000 for rate and to book this space COMMUNITY NOTICES PAGE 2 Wednesday, March 6, 2019 | Issue No 345 C�� T�� COMMUNITY NOTICES Increased Airlift impacts March is Honouring January Arrival Performance Women Month ... Continued story from page 1 March 2, 2019,” remarked Director of The Family Resource Centre (FRC) is advancing the rights of women and Tourism, Mrs Rosa Harris. “With in- hosting a packed programme of events families,” says the Minister for Health, and activities in March to celebrate the Environment, Culture and Housing, the Northeast region which recorded a the spring and summer travel season, 20th anniversary of Honouring Wom- Hon. Dwayne Seymour. 16.03major percent �light hubs. increase Of signi�icant over 2018. note Both is wecreased expect �light visitation capacity from just the inWest time Coast for en Month (HWM). “I encourage everyone to attend at Cayman Airways and JetBlue increased to increase, complementing the steady Honouring Women Month’s 2019 least one HWM event to show support capacity out of John F Kennedy Inter- progress of all our core source markets theme #BalanceForBetter is a call national Airport (JFK). The Southeast in January.” to action to drive gender balance part we can each play to advance gen- region increased by 15.02 percent over Sustained growth is expected in the throughout the world. This year’s fo- derfor theparity.” campaign and to �ind out what 2018. This increase was aided by Delta coming months as citizens and guests cus is on recognising that everyone The HWM calendar of events also in- alike prepare to celebrate the island’s has an important role to play, and cludes the following: grading to Boeing and Airbus jetliners, colourful and spirited national carnival highlights the fact of entering an excit- • Tuesday, 5 March - HWM Table anAirlines increase increasing in capacity �light fromcapacity American by up- Batabano, as well as CayMas and Brac- ing period of history where the world Talk: Hearing Women’s perspectives Airlines and the introduction of JetBlue’s canal. Purveyors of gourmet food can now expects balance in the board- on gender-related issues, 12-1 p.m., new service from Fort Lauderdale. The look forward to the return of Taste of room, government, workplace, and in Radio Cayman’s Talk Today; Midwest region recorded 5.20 percent Cayman, a celebration of the Cayman Is- all spheres of life which undoubtedly • Friday, 8 March - Captain Mar- growth over 2018; while the Southwest lands’ culinary heritage bringing in top drives a better world. vel International Premiere, 7.30 p.m., region saw growth of 3.10 percent. The mixologists from New York, London and HWM starts on Friday, 1 March 2019 Camana Bay Cinema + International West Coast saw a decline of 7.05 percent. Miami, which will be held on the Festival with Women in the Workplace Rec- Women’s Day Dress for a Cause photo “We are excited for the opportunity Green, Camana Bay April 6, 2019. ognition – Strike the Pose Challenge opportunity, 9 a.m., front steps of Gov- to bring Caymankind to the West Coast For more information and detailed ar- #BalanceForBetter. ernment Administration Building; through the launch of Cayman Airways’ rival statistics, please visit the website The opening weekend will also fea- • Saturday, 9 March - Balance for nonstop service out of Denver starting www.caymanislands.ky/statistics.  ture the Honouring Women Month Busy Moms session, 2 p.m., Books and Church Service at the St. George’s An- Books, Camana Bay; glican Church on Sunday, 3 March at 9 • Sunday, 10 March - Yoga for a a.m. Cause - a fun session and short lec- Lobster season closes 1 March “FRC is very excited to be celebrat- ing our 20th anniversary of Honouring women, 3.30 p.m., Bliss Living & Yoga The DoE also wishes to remind resi- Women Month locally,” says the cen- Studio;ture on the health bene�its of yoga for season closes Friday, 1 March. dents and visitors that the closed season tre’s Programme Coordinator Char- • Friday, 15 March - Honouring The National Cayman Conservation Islands lobster Law �ishing (NCL) for Nassau Grouper continues during maine Miller. “We have put together 20 Women Month Luncheon, 12-2 p.m., their spawning season through 30 April events in honour of this special cele- ing from 1 March through 30 November and that the penalties for illegal take or bration to help bring awareness to the with 3-course meal will feature a guest eachsets theyear. closed No one season may take for lobster from �ish- possession are the same for that species. gender-related issues women face.” speaker,Kimpton panelSea�ire discussion, Resort. The musical gala event en- Cayman waters, or purchase, receive or “These rules are in place for a good “Through these diverse events, we tertainment, and an update on pro- possess lobster taken from Cayman wa- reason, that is to help ensure the sustain- hope to celebrate and empower wom- gress in terms of local gender affairs ters during that period. ability of our marine species for more en and girls but also recognise the policy. Tickets priced $25 are available The closed seasons for various pro- generations to come,” said Hon. Dwayne need to have our male counterparts as at the FRC; tected species, including lobster, are set Seymour, Minister for Health, Environ- part of the process in order to achieve • Saturday, 16 March - Mom and to allow these creatures a chance to re- ment, Culture and Housing. “This is also gender equality,” she adds. Daughter Movie ‘Misrepresentations’ populate in the wild. in line with our Unity Government’s “The various events organised could PG-13, 2-4 p.m., Camana Bay Cinema; “We’ve already warned for prosecu- Broad Outcome of Ensuring Caymanians not have been made possible without • Sunday, 17 March - Colour Me tion a number of individuals for exceed- Bene�it from a Healthy Environment.” the support of the Ministry of Health, Purple 5k Walk/Run, 6.30 a.m., Seven ing take or possession limits during this For further information about the Environment, Housing and Culture in Mile Beach; open lobster season,” said Department NCL, species protections, closed sea- partnership with the Ministry of Com- • Wednesday, 20 March - Wellness of Environment (DoE) Chief Conserva- munity Affairs’, Gender Affairs Unit, as Wednesday – art therapy session, 6 Department of Environment Public Ed- well as other private stakeholders who p.m., Family Resource Centre; legally taking lobster or other protected sons or �ishing rules, please contact have demonstrated a vested interest • Friday, 22 March - Women in the speciestion Of�icer during Mark a closed Orr. “Those season caught will face il- er via phone at 244-5984/922-5514 or in supporting the HWM campaign. Workplace - employability workshop emailucation at and [email protected]. Outreach Of�icer Brent You Full-may This generosity by our community al- (TBC) and or imprisoned.” also email the DoE at [email protected] or lows us to continue raising awareness • Saturday, 23 March - The Pow- potentialThe NCL prosecution sets a general and penaltymay be upon�ined check our website at the following link: on gender affairs matters, which will er of Protection – Purple Dragon - conviction of up to four years imprison- http://doe.ky/conservation-law/ma- undoubtedly contribute to a more in- self-defence session for women, 2-4 rine-park-regulations-maps-and-con- clusive society,” says Department of p.m., Purple Dragon Studio. the illegal removal of marine protected servation-laws/catch-limits/ for further Counselling Services Director Judith For further details, visit the FRC’s speciesment and/or from theup toenvironment. $500,000 in �ines for information.  Seymour. Facebook page https://www.face- “Honouring Women Month repre- book.com/FamilyResourceCen- sents a real opportunity for the com- tre/#7s8d6f87, call 949-0006 or email munity to assess how far along it is in [email protected]. 

 Various lobster photos (taken by DoE) DG’s 5K 2019 Postponed to Later This Year  Family Resource Centre Staffers and representatives from both the Ministry of Com- The DG’s 5K 2019 Challenge is munity Affairs and the Department of Counselling Services wear this year’s Honouring Women Month 20th Anniversary T-Shirts. (L-r): Charmaine Miller, Renee Ebanks, Minis- being rescheduled. try of Community Affairs Deputy Chief Officer Andre Ebanks, Julianne Fewless Thomp- Instead of taking place as usual son, Erin Hislop, Department of Counselling Services Intern Rasmuf Frolov, Anne Maria in April, the Islands’ biggest char- Diaz, Miles Ruby, Edwin Pellot -Rosa, Racquel Duhaney-Sutherland and Programme ity walk/run will now be held this Coordinator with Department of Counselling Services Brendon Malice (Photo by Elphina Jones, GIS) Fall. The decision to postpone the sixth annual charity event was made by the walk/run’s steering committee. “We’ve decided to host the DG’s 5K Challenge in September to avoid any of our walk/runs clash- ing with Cayman CARIFTA 2019”, says Deputy Governor Franz Man- Monday to Friday 9 am to 6 pm derson, noting that the exact dates will be announced shortly. Saturday 10 am to 5 pm “It’s only the third time that the Cayman Islands have been chosen Baytown Plaza. West bay Road to host the region’s largest track Phone Repairs 943-2355 | Phone Retail 945-2355 honour to have been selected and Email - [email protected] weand wanted �ield championships. nothing to detract It’s from an that”, Mr Manderson concludes. Planning Committee Chairper- son Jennifer Ahearn adds: “Even though everyone is used to us Caymanian holding our 5K in April, there were seriousC aymanianconcerns that so many Times large scale events might have di- Issue # 345 vided attendance and that the at- Publisher: Ralph Lewis inconvenienced too many people”. Company: Lewis Cayman Islands Ltd tendantSeptember traf�ic has on roadbeen might chosen have as #19 Walkers Road (next to Tomlinson Furniture) no other large scale events are Telephone: 345 916 2000 scheduled in that month. Email: [email protected], To date the DG’s 5K Run/Walk or [email protected] Challenge has raised $284,000 for  Deputy Governor powers past the finish line Website: www.caymaniantimes.ky local projects.  last year LOCAL NEWS C�� T�� Wednesday, March 6, 2019 | Issue No 345 PAGE 3 CBC Arrests & Border Control Results In safeguarding the borders of the Cayman Islands, the Customs and Bor- fense, and with recent arrests and sig- der Control (CBC) is the �irst line of de- the agency continues to deliver on its securityni�icant gainsmission. in border control results, vice,During the itsCBC �irst arrested month as11 the persons country’s for thenew possessionintelligence-led, and/or uni�ied importation border ser- of tion violations and refused entry to nine individualscontraband, for issued various 12 �ines immigration for declara- of- fences. were X-raying several pieces of lost bag- gageOn at 2 the February Owen Roberts 2019, International CBC of�icers Airport (ORIA) when they recovered a loaded �irearm. fromThe Atlanta, baggage Georgia containing and was the destined �irearm forhad a passenger arrived on that a Delta was on Airlines a cruise �lightship, which was en route to the George Town

 Ministry and CBC Leaders with other frontline officers (Photos by Jamie Hicks, GIS) Harbour.On 3 February The �irearm 2019, was the subsequently CBC Nar- coticscleared Enforcement and made safe Team by CBC and of�icers. CBC K-9 der control in 2018. Preliminary results of Immigration and the Royal Cayman also refused entry to nine individuals for show that 2018 brought in the largest Islands Police Service. The proactive pa- Port where they arrested a 67-year-old theThroughout offences of: themaking month, a false CBC statement Of�icers amount of Customs revenue ever col- trols and joint operations, which most- Americanof�icers attended female who the was George a passenger Town upon arrival; failing to have proper trav- lected at the ORIA. ly targeted individuals involved with onboard the cruise ship. The woman el documents (Passport or Entry Visa) In 2017, CI$2,888,666 was col- drugs and weapons activities, resulted was arrested for possession of an unli- and Prohibited Immigrant (sentenced lected in revenue at the border, and in several hundred pounds of drugs and for 12 months or more.) CI$3,151,738 in 2018, an increase of al- ported to the Prisoner Detention Centre. most CI$264,000. addition, more than CI$250,000 in cash, censedOn 5 February�irearm and 2019, subsequently a male passenger trans- sons for the offence of: making a false In an effort to expedite the duty decla- suspectedmultiple �irearms to be used seized in illegal by of�icers. activities, In was departing the Cayman Islands when declarationA total of 12and �ines for wereundeclared issued togoods per- ration system at ORIA and enable border he was stopped at the ORIA’s security (plants, alcohol, personal effects.) tector dogs at both the airport and pri- checkpoint for a mandatory baggage in- ty threats, the Customs Green Channel / vatewas con�iscatedresidences. with the aid of K-9 de- diligence, the Director of CBC, Charles Redcontrol Channel of�icers system to focus was more introduced on securi- in Other operations included the target- to the check point where they found am- CliffordThanking said: his “The CBC seizure of�icers of this for theirtype June 2018. In tandem with creating ef- ing of illegal immigrants and individuals munitionspection. andCBC arrestedof�icers werethe accused. summoned of contraband, detection of immigration in violation of the Immigration Law with On 10 February 2019, a male passen- offences and breaches of the law are ex- the former DOI’s Enforcement Division. ger was departing the Islands, when cellent examples of outstanding work by persons�iciencies attempting for travelers to arrivingevade duty without and Throughout 2018, Enforcement Of- stopped at the ORIA security checkpoint goods to declare, of�icers also detected for a mandatory baggage inspection. volved in border control crimes through the last six months alone. An increase detect and prosecute Immigration of- targetedour CBC of�icers.enforcement As we and pursue investigative those in- imposed �ines totally CI$58,161 during fences�icers workedand breaches diligently of tothe investigate, law. Pre- point they recovered ammunition and action, we will continue to increase our penalties imposed for revenue offences apprehendedWhen CBC of�icers the suspect. arrived at the check capabilities through enhanced training inof 2017,CI$36,109 which compared totaled CI$22,051. to the �ines and investigated 559 cases, Moreover, with On the same day another male passen- and appropriate equipment. Our focus In 2018, Airport Border Control of- theliminary assistance results from show other that uniform the of�icers agen- is on intercepting those passengers and cies, the Enforcement Division also led referred to the X-ray for examination importers with criminal intent, or who Immigration) refused entry to 126 per- 28 deportation/repatriation operations ofger his arriving luggage. on aDuring �light from the Floridasearch CBCwas are in breach of our laws, and we are si- sons,�icers almost(formally double with the the 68 Department persons who of during 2018. multaneously facilitating legitimate pas- were refused entry in 2017, making it taining a dark color oil like substance, sengers, baggage and cargo.” the largest amount since 2005. whichOf�icers later detected tested a rubberpositive capsule for ganja/ con- Deputy Director of CBC, Jeff Jackson, “Due to greater reliance on intelli- the“The success 2018 ofresults our borderre�lect acontrol great deal of- hash. The passenger was subsequently who has responsibility for the Enforce- gence-led approaches, such as trend of signi�icant progress, and I applaud arrested for possession of ganja. analysis and information exchange with ue to play as a leader in public safety,” On 17 February 2019, a male passen- continue to use a variety of techniques our security and law enforcement part- the�icers Premier, and the Hon.integral Alden role theyMcLaughlin, contin- andment strategies Portfolio, to said: intercept “CBC of�icers drugs, willun- said. “Their dedication and drive is ex- when stopped at the ORIA security reported currency, weapons, altered entry to the largest number of persons checkpointger was leaving for a mandatory on an outbound baggage �light in- documents, illegal or prohibited im- sinceners, of�icers2005,” onDirector the frontline Clifford refusednoted. will continue to work hard to maintain migrants, prohibited agriculture, and “We have to be ever vigilant, paying at- thisceptional, momentum and I am and con�ident perform the at agency even to the check point where they recovered other illicit products. The momentous tention to more than just the obvious higher levels to keep our country safe.” ammunitionspection. CBC and of�icers arrested were the summoned accused. to ensure we tackle illegal immigration Councillor for the Ministry of Human On 18th and 20th February 2019, itate legitimate travel and trade without and activities, enforce trade compliance Resources, Immigration and Commu- compromisingduty of ensuring security, that we ef�icientlyrests upon facil- the and enhance public safety and border nity Affairs, Austin Harris, added: “The tion from two different outbound male security.” results of a year-long return to enforc- passengersCBC Of�icers after also a recoveredmandatory ammuni-baggage with our collective powers and skills, Throughout 2018, 63 persons were ing the law and upholding the integrity inspection was conducted at the ORIA theshoulders CBC is strongerof our CBC than of�icers, ever before.” and now of our immigration system are proof as security checkpoint. Both suspects were These arrests come on the heels of the Control and Enforcement division (for- to what the men and women who pro- successful year of enforcement and bor- merlyarrested with by the of�icers Customs with Department) the Border tect the frontline can accomplish when for various drug and weapon offences, delivering on its security mission. As we apprehended by CBC Of�icers. including importation, possession with move forward, the CBC will deploy un- intent to supply and conspiracy to im- precedented levels of technology and port a controlled substance. resources that will further ensure critical security improvements to secure and 46 joint operations with the Department manage our borders.”  The of�icers also conducted a total of

 In safeguarding the borders of the Cayman Islands, the CBC is the first security mission

 The CBC continues to deliver on its security mission for the Cayman Island LOCAL NEWS PAGE 4 Wednesday, March 6, 2019 | Issue No 345 C�� T�� Home alarm systems distributed to residents of Prospect and Red Bay Home alarm systems were distributed erment and capacity building. Over the to residents of the Prospect and Red Bay course of several weeks, members of the areas following community wide assess- Prospect Red Bay CERT conducted these ments undertaken by the Prospect Red assessments by walking through the Bay Community Emergency Response neighborhoods, going house-to-house, Team (CERT), as these played a key role and knocking on doors to speak and survey residents. vulnerability within that community. Once surveys and assessments were Thein the alarms identi�ication were a part of majorof a Communi- areas of completed, the CERT members compiled ty Mitigation Project supported by the and analyzed the results and discussed Cayman Islands Red Cross (CIRC). the various issue that were raised. One Since 2011, the CIRC and Hazard Man- agement Cayman Islands (HMCI) have munity was minor burglaries, which been training CERTs to prepare their poseof the an challenges especially identi�ied great threat by tothe the com- el- communities for and assist in the re- derly and the vulnerable in the commu- sponse to disasters. Established CERTs nity. To battle this issue, the CERT mem- compete annually as part of the CERT bers proposed the use of simple-to-use Challenge as a way to keep the teams alarms for the most vulnerable homes engaged and ready. These annual chal- within the community. lenges not only provides an opportuni- The CIRC Disaster Management Pro- ty for the teams to maintain the skills  CIRC Disaster Manager Eddie Sepp Tilnling-Miller (left) and Prospect and Red Bay CERT that they gained during training, but it available for community mitigation pro- leader Sabrina Turner (center) handing out an alarm to a Prospect resident encourages the teams to give continuity jectsgram which had speci�ic would fundsassist thatin empowering were made to the work by remaining engaged with communities as they work towards be- was displayed by everyone who came to strong and resilient community – in day each other and their community. coming more resilient and addressing get them.” to day life and in times of crisis.” One of the tools the CIRC provides the vulnerabilities. “Over the years we’ve trained CERTs Says Mrs. Turner: “We are empowered CERTs is the Vulnerability and Capac- Residents of Prospect and Red Bay in West Bay, Bodden Town, Windsor and encouraged to continue working to- ity Assessment (VCA) training, which gathered at Seafarer’s Hall where they Park, North Side, North Sound Gar- gether as a community and to do so for a teaches CERTs to survey and observe the each received a home alarm, with de- dens and Prospects,” says Jondo Obi, cohesive, resilient and vibrant commu- community and identify its strengths tailed instruction on installation and Director of the CIRC. “The CERTs are a nity moving forward.” and weaknesses, hazards and vulnera- operation. Community members who crucial component to disaster prepar- Home alarms are still available for bilities, and to use that information to were unable to collect were assisted edness, management and response, as Prospect and Red Bay residents who prepare for disasters and emergencies. by members of the CERT who deliv- they live and breath their communities, have yet to receive them, and can be As the winners of the CERT Challenge, ered and installed the alarms in their collected during the Prospect Red Bay the Prospect Red Bay CERT was able to homes. ers in the event of a disaster - especial- put forward a proposal for a Communi- “To date, the Prospect Red Bay CERT lyand ones are which essentially are immediate the �irst respond-and the of the month at Seafarer’s Hall at 7pm. ty Mitigation project based on their VCA has distributed approximately 1,000 community has no advanced warning.” townFor meeting,more information held every on CERTs,�irst Monday Disas- alarms to residents of our community,” Obi elaborates: “The CERTs work every ter Management or to volunteer with the The VCA is not just a disaster man- says Prospect Red Bay CERT leader Sab- day towards empowering people in the Cayman Islands Red Cross log on to www. agement�indings. and preparedness tool, but rina Turner. “The drive was very well community to feel they have the skills redcross.org.ky or contact dm@redcross. also an engine for community empow- attended, and a great sense of gratitude to work together as a group and build a org.ky , or 949-6785.  CIG Department of Sports Honours Suzy Bergstrom Soto ... Continued story from page 1 have a mate, go dancing at least once then wear a brace for 6 months. She was a week, or dance alone in your house, leather brace for 2 years; and her strug- alsobe still advised and �lat that on although her back shefor 6had weeks, one bike ride or there are plenty of home gle to even walk properly and pain-free daughter, Sheree, at the time her Ortho- machines with bikes that take you no- began. She found early on that walking pedic Surgeon said, “You should not have where. After all, you are safer on Grand and other exercise was helpful in this any more children, if you do get pregnant Cayman watching TV while pedaling, pursuit and those obstacles were over- again, do not come to me and complain of although when we lived at the old Tor- come. Nowadays, when asked what she is most proud of, she replies, “Mobili- took over and made her determined to would ride bikes to Georgetown!” overcome.a back ache.” She Again, recovered Suzy’s �ightingher strength, spirit tugaShe Club, also I tookworries all �iveabout children the younger and we harder to exercise and more excuses and subsequently ended up having Ka- generation. She said, “ It is extreme- notty. As to. we You age have people to get �ind up itand harder just do and it rie, Barrie, Kris, and James Bergstrom! ly important for the little ones, I have and work through the pain. You will feel Obstacles - 0; Suzy Bergstrom Soto - 3. seen some obese children and with be- better.” Obstacles - 0; Suzy Bergstrom Anyone who meets Suzy Bergstrom ing Chair Emeritus of the Cayman Heart Soto - 2 Soto knows that she is a forthright and Fund, I am shocked at the parents load- As a nineteen-year-old, Suzy was honest person. She is also passionate ing up their carts with bad carbs! I saw faced with another obstacle. She and her one about nine-years-old with his moth- husband, Eric Bergstrom were driving lenging experiences, and the successes er buying lettuce which was good, but along, and the car hit a patch of ice, caus- thatabout came �itness from and them, health have issues. brought Her chal- her then the boy was shoving a big donut in ing it to crash, her body being thrown 40 to the point where she wishes for that his mouth. I had to control myself.” feet into an embankment of snow. Suzy success for others as well. She offers en- Every year, The Cayman Islands De- ended up in a coma for 3 days. When couraging words, “Some days I have to partment of Sports highlights several she awoke, the doctor told her that she pray to get out of bed and go to the gym, members of our community who set continued dedication to health and had broken her neck and back, had to but always afterward I feel better. If you wellness is certainly to be admired and ness world during Honouring Women’s emulated especially at the age of 81. Monthexamples (HWM). for usThis all year, in theit is sport/�it-a distinct Suzy Bergstrom Soto is most decidedly pleasure to shine the spotlight on Mrs. worthy of being a 2019 HWM Honouree. Suzy Bergstrom Soto. Her determina- Obstacles- 0; Suzy Bergstrom Soto- Too numerous to count. 

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Admission $5 (Children under 15 Free) . Great Football Action LOCAL NEWS C�� T�� Wednesday, March 6, 2019 | Issue No 345 PAGE 5 National Conservation Council holds its general meeting The National Conservation Council back from the process of public consul- held its General Meeting in the George tation. Town Public Library. There were several The sites included the Central Man- topics on the agenda after the meeting grove Wetland 46A, Central Mangrove Wetland South West, Lower Valley For- Chairperson McFarlane Conolly. Dur- est Addition, Salina Reserve Extension, inghad discussion been of�icially following called a tobrief order report by Sand Cay, Western Mangrove Cays, in from one of the Council members on the Grand Cayman; Eastern Lighthouse Park Climate Change Committee, DoE Direc- Expansion and Hemmington Forest Ad- tor Gina Ebanks-Petrie said: “Climate dition in Cayman Brac; and East Interior change a much broader issue than just Addition, and the Tarpon Lake Revised an environmental issue,” adding that area which includes the Tarpon Lake it- she planned to move the discussion for- self, and a small adjacent mangrove par- ward this year. cel on the shoreline of South Hole Sound New matters under consideration in- in Little Cayman. Nearly all the feedback cluded a proposed change in the game- from the Public Consultation process birds season for hunters, and under had been positive in regard to all the the proposals the season for the White Winged Dove would be limited to Au- in relation to the Lower Valley Forest gust and September, and for the Blue Additionsites; the site,only signi�icantwhich had exceptionleast support was Winged Teal it would be October, No- in the survey, with only 31 percent of vember and December in order to better respondents in favor of the nomination. Other matters included discussion ing patterns. of a draft document which dealt with  The National Conservation Council General Meeting �itOther in with matters the birds’ on the ecology agenda and included breed- new handling guidelines for Stingrays consideration of a proposal to add two (which are handled regularly by visi- enjoyed handling the stingrays as part erwise stressful to stingrays, even in low land crab species, Gecarcinus ruricola ( tors to Stingray City) and that handling of their excursion experience, so that concentrations. In these best practice “Black Crab,”) and Gecarcinus lateralis this represents a potential problem es- guidelines the stingray should be po- (“Red Shanks”) to Schedule 1 of the Na- can easily be damaged. pecially in regard to enforcement. As a sitioned so that its nose is towards the tional Conservation Law 2013. The proof Understar�ishes, the which National are very Conservation fragile and result, a series of ‘best practice,’ guide- person supporting the stingray. Physical ponents stated that these species are in lines have been written to ensure that interaction such as petting, touching or decline and subject to possible endan- stingrays) are Part I listed species. This the stingrays are handled in the right rubbing the upper or lower areas of the germent because of loss of habitat, ob- meansLaw, stingrays that they (speci�ically are protected southern from way. The guidelines will be distributed wings of the stingray is allowable. struction of migratory routes, and crab “take” at all times, and under the Na- to the relevant tour operators, and are hunting. tional Conservation Law, “take,” means quite detailed, but include such matters There was also discussion by mem- to collect, hunt, or kill, but it can also as applying sunscreen well in advance of dlingGuidelines them gently for star�ishwhile they include are in notthe bers on ten nominations for protection involve handling or feeding animals handling or interacting with the sting- water,removing as mishandlingstar�ish from can the cause water, death, han- of land under section 9 of the Conserva- under certain circumstances. Visitors rays, as sunscreen preparations contain or unseen internal damage, or cause the tion law; and especially about the feed- to Stingray City have, for many years, ingredients which may be toxic or oth- animals to move from the site.  Girls’ Brigade Wonderland tea party �it for a queen satins, bright red ribbons, yellow silk sional photographer to take photos of for more than 200 young girls and their sashes, matched the iridescence of the all the queens and princesses and their and their moms and dads too had one parents‘Wonderland’ at a recent was extra-special the �itting annual theme peacocks beautiful plumage. friends. Later, there was a limbo danc- moreAfter roam tea wasaround �inished, the allenchanted the girls tea party put on by the Cayman Islands Then the activities and games began. ing competition – with the younger girls grounds, just like Alice in Wonderland, Girls Brigade. Located at the Whittaker’s First there was bingo, with all the girls having a natural advantage, of course, as with moms, dads sisters and aunts tak- Residence, on Frank Sound Road, the tea the bar went lower and lower. It was re- ing lots and lots of pictures with their party was truly surrounded by wonder having to ask their neighbors questions ally a lot of fun. phones, before they got into their horse- – wonderful peacocks, dozens of them, about�illing outwhere boxes they on come a special from paperor what by Among the special guests was Ms Ol- less chariots, full of cake and ice cream including some very special and very their birthday was. There were some ive Miller, OBE, who helped get the Girls’ and still in a Wonderland dream, for the rare white ones- made the beautiful more competitions and prizes, and for- Brigade started in the Cayman Islands, drive home. It was a truly wonderful and gardens which spread over many acres mer Miss Cayman Islands Anika Conolly many years ago. It was wonderful to see enchanted day to remember forever and and include a lake with an island on it – asked some of the young ladies about her there. ever.  why they chose their costume. Miss things happen, not just in Children’s sto- Naomi Tobutt, aged 5, who was dressed rybooks,�it for a queen. but right Sometimes here in thevery Cayman special in a lovely many colored magical prin- Islands; things that may only last for an cess costume, said, “Because my mom- afternoon, but the memory of them lives my bought it for me.” forever. There were sandwiches, soft drinks, All the young queens of wonderland fruit punch and all kinds of lovely cake. arrived and roamed the grounds, looking Everyone was invited to look under- on in amazement at the peacocks that neath their chair, and if they were lucky roamed and strutted about the lawn, as enough, and there was a label there well as the hundreds of Cayman’s Na- that said, “Flowers,” they could take the tive Whistling Ducks that are kept there. The peacocks had some competition, for home. There was face-painting, and dec- once, as the girls were dressed in their oratingpretty bouquet of special of �lowersprincess on cups their to table take very best and loveliest dresses. Sea-blue home, and a photo-booth with a profes-

 A tea party fit for a queen: the Girls’ Brigade annual tea party at the Whittaker’s Residence in Frank Sound OPPOSITION SPEAKS | SAVE THE PLANET PAGE 6 Wednesday, March 6, 2019 | Issue No 345 C�� T�� Parliamentarians and Auditors from UK and Overseas Territories come together to discuss good practice on oversight of public ﬁ nances Key actors from the UK and the Over- These included clerk attachments from seas Territories (OTs) will meet to iden- the UK devolved legislatures and Crown tify and develop good practice with the Dependencies to PACs in the OTs; mul- tilateral training for External Auditors; nance. secondments to the GIAA; and work- aimThe of Oversightenhancing of oversight Public Finances of public Fo- �i- rum 2019 will run from 5-7 March 2019 in the OTs, Westminster, Scotland and and will be attended by Chairs of Public Wales.shops for parliamentarians and of�icials Accounts Committees (PAC); parliamen- The Oversight of Public Finances Fo- tary clerks; and Heads of Internal and rum 2019 will explore progress in OTs External Audit from Anguilla, Bermuda, to date, address some of the common Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Gi- challenges faced by PACs, Internal and braltar, Montserrat, Pitcairn Islands, St External Audit agencies and explore fu- Helena, Turks & Caicos Islands, the UK, ture activities in the next phase of the and Virgin Islands (UK). project to ensure long-lasting impact. This is the second Forum bringing to- Chair of the Cayman Islands PAC, gether these key actors to explore the Hon. Ezzard Miller stated: “The UKOTP Oversight of Public the banner of the UK Overseas Territo- Finance Forum is a great initiative: riesissue Project. of public The �inancial project oversight is an initiative under Thought provoking, insightful and stim- delivered in partnership by the Com- ulating. Previous UKOTP conferences monwealth Parliamentary Association have all been excellently curated, the workshops instructive and the speak-  Leader of the Opposition the Hon. Ezzard Miller (NAO) and the Government Internal Au- ers illuminating. These seminars have ditUK Agency(CPA UK), (GIAA) UK alongNational with Audit participat- Of�ice helped me to make improvements in “Providing oversight and scrutiny of This Forum is also unique in that it ing OTs. how the Cayman Islands Public Accounts brings together parliamentarians, in- The Project was launched in 2017 Committee function and report to the legislatures and I look forward to the ternal and external auditors. This will Cayman Islands Legislative Assembly.” opportunitypublic �inances to isshare a crucial experiences function and of further enhance our capacity and build port would be welcome, and activities Member of the Scottish Parliament, learning with colleagues from across a bigger picture of oversight of public werewhere tailored OTs identi�ied to address areas those where areas. sup- Jackie Baillie MSP stated: the UK and Overseas Territories. 

�inances.” SAVE THE PLANET Branson leads �ight on ocean pollution The Cayman Islands is doing its bit to were among the group that stood up to reduce plastic ocean pollution, but the commit their organisations pledged to problem is so vast that governments stop using single-use plastics. worldwide must address the problem While the spontaneous group pledge more urgently. to help end that pollution over an un- The world produces an estimated 10 tons of plastic a second, and between 5 unplanned, it was not without a series of million and 14 million tons sweep into incitingspeci�ied incidents. time frame During certainly the panel, appeared two the oceans every year. Some of that de- panellists formally kicked off bidding on bris washes up on beaches, even on the aEDITORIAL digital asset called a CryptoKitty| COMMUNITY that NOTICES world’s most isolated islands. About 5 was designed to raise money for ocean conservation. waters, mostly in the form of tiny, easy-to- PAGEAnyone 2 eco-consciousWednesday, agrees that October 18, 2017 | Issue No 132 Caymanian Times swallowtrillion pieces fragments currently that have �loat ended in surface up in plastic ocean pollution needs to be ad- the gut of albatrosses, sea turtles, plank- dressed quickly. In the past, short-term solutions have targeted symptoms rath- also sink, snowing into the deep sea and er than the cause. Efforts to raise con- N Richardotic Branson wantsE tos end plastic ocean pollution uponton, �ish, the creatures and whales. that Butlive there. those pieces sumerE awarenessditorial of single use plastics Ocean plastic costs dearly. In eco- like straws, while hugely effective in Philippines ocean plastic waste could be wise, it will languish in subscale experi- nomic terms, plastic does $13 billion in raising awareness and becoming part drasticallyCustoms reduced. Studies show Registration that of Importers begins damage to marine ecosystems annually. of the popular zeitgeist, do little to ad- a 45To percent help importers global reduction start using in a plastic system forscalable entry declaration, and replicable the Department solutions from will As much as 95 percent of the value of dress the enormity of the ocean plastic leakagestart registering to the ocean importers can be achievedstarting Monday, by localments 16 innovatorsOctober and pilot 2017. purgatory.who are implementing By �inancing plastic packaging - worth $80 to $120 problem - as, fortunately, these kinds of improving waste management and recy- on the front lines of plastic pollution, The registration is required by the implementation of a new online electronic billion annually - is lost to the economy single use plastics represent less than 1 and by incentivising a new generation percent of ocean plastic. systemResearch for showsentry declaration.that in South Effective and 1of November social entrepreneurs 2017, the Caymanto build Islandsa fresh EDITORIAL | COMMUNITYproblem. NOTICES Ocean plastic is a systems problem SoutheastclingCustoms in these DepartmentAsia, �ive thecountries. challenge will implement is that the newstream system. of potential This will projects, require importersthe prob- afterBillionaire the �irst-use entrepreneur cycle. It’s Sir a massiveRichard that demands a comprehensive, systems thoseto complete working and on submit the problem entries -electronically from lem ofto oceanCustoms plastic using can the be new turned gateway into PAGE 2 Wednesday, OctoberBranson 18, is 2017at the forefront | Issue of reducing No 132 solution. Of the estimated trillions of wasteportal collection, COLSCaymanian (Customs to aggregation, Online Times System). to recy- Importersa massive will opportunity. be able to access the portal plastic ocean pollution. Last summer clingthrough - lack the funding website and www.customs.gov.ky. scale. 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Sheps, M.D. Website: www.caymaniantimes.ky Hairdresser Designer INTERNATIONAL SPORTS C�� T�� Wednesday, March 6, 2019 | Issue No 345 PAGE 7 Thomas can be Windies star West Indies can go into this summer’s al cricket precipitated a collapse that winning the event after England’s band- �irst-ever �ive-wicket haul in profession- wagonWorld Cupcame brimming to a juddering with con�idence halt as they of for just two runs in the space of 20 balls. slumped to a record-low one-day total sawIndeed, England this lose contest their was �inal so �ive one-sided, wickets of 113 in the startlingly one-sided series West Indies raced to their target before the scheduled innings break. Unsurpris- Eoin Morgan’s team may be No 1 in the ingly it was Chris Gayle who broke the world�inale inand St Lucia.favourites approaching this back of the chase, bludgeoning 77 from summer’s World Cup tournament on 27 balls before he was bowled by Mark home soil. However, that status should be rapidly reviewed after a humiliating fours as he threatened to overhaul AB seven-wicket reversal that will do noth- DeWood. Villiers’ Gayle 31-ball smashed record nine for sixes the and fastest �ive ing to dispel fears this group of players ODI hundred. By the time he departed, are eminently susceptible to folding un- West Indies needed just 21 to secure a der pressure. victory that saw them square this huge- Indeed, this was like travelling back ly entertaining series 2-2. in time as England’s batsmen froze on a Thomas has been attracting attention bouncy pitch in the face of genuine fast bowling. Yet it was not as bad as this even maica in the 2016–17 Regional Four Day in 1986, when England were routed for Competitionsince making threehis �irst-class years ago. debut He repre-for Ja- their previous record low of 114 against sented the Jamaica Tallawahs in two the West Indies by an attack comprising games in the 2016 CPL season, and was Michael Holding, Joel Garner, Malcolm then retained for the 2017 edition. His Marshall and Patrick Patterson. progress has been swift since.  Oshane Thomas has tremendous potential This time West Indies were inspired Five months ago he was named in the by 22-year-old Oshane Thomas, whose squad for the Rangpur Riders team, following the draft for the 2018–19 Bang- said Thomas as he was hammering the ladesh Premier League. Two months splice, a sign of sheer pace. late he was bought by the Rajasthan “He’s a built like a powerhouse 400m Royals in the player auction for the 2019 runner and reminds me of Allan Donald Indian Premier League. with his high front elbow and his jump In January 2019, he was named in the into his action. It’s some sight at the West Indies' Test squad for the series other end when he thunders into the against England as a cover for Alzarri crease. And for such a big man he bowls Joseph, but did not play. a fuller length too.” Paul Nixon is now the Leicestershire Nixon said that most quicks tend to head coach and a former England wick- bowl shorter, but Thomas goes full- etkeeper. He gave Thomas his debut in er and sent Sabina Park wild when he the Caribbean Premier League in 2016 set up Chris Gayle to dismiss him for a after the youngster had come into the nets and bowled rockets. year in the CPL in 2017. “He was 19, raw and needed some third-ball“He’s got duck a brilliant in his yorker second and and a good �inal technical work but he was quick, very bouncer but for such a quick bowler he quick. If he gets his action right today has a lovely slower ball. When you bowl he’s capable of bowling at 92-93mph at high pace, such a big change of pace is and no batsman likes that,” Nixon said. a huge weapon. That’s why he’s got an “Oshane was hurrying good players up Indian Premier League gig with Rajast- in the Jamaica Tallawahs nets, and I’m han Royals this year.” talking Kumar Sangakkara here.” Nixon said that he is “thrilled the way Every time Nixon asked the batsmen his career has gone” and admires his hu- once they had come out of a net who mility “and he could become a superstar  Chris Gayle signed off with a magnificent 77 was the worst bowler to face they all if he’s looked after properly”.  Lakers fans want LeBron shut down Barca set for Los Angeles Lakers fans are im- ploring the team to rest LeBron another La Liga title James from now until the end of the season after another humiliating loss. The Lakers lost 118-109 to the Phoenix Suns Saturday, who entered their clash in Arizona with just a 12- 51 record - the worst in the NBA. But the Lakers struggled against Phoenix although LeBron contribut- ed 27 points, nine rebounds and 16

The loss left the Lakers owning a 30-33assists recordin 41 minutes and four on gamesthe �loor. back on the eighth seed in the Western  Ivan Rakitic’s goal gave Barcelona the win Conference. Luke Walton’s team look set to go  LeBron James has not “activated” playoff mode Barcelona look set to retain their La Liga after mov- a franchise record-extending sixth ing 10 points clear after a second El Clasico win in four season without making the playoffs having failed to “There’s no excuse for the Lakers to lose to the days, Ivan Rakitic's goal all but ending Real Madrid's improve their form even since LeBron’s return from Suns but this season isn’t on LeBron. Magic & compa- faint title hopes. Barca are closing in on their fourth ti- injury on Jan. 31. Since then, the Lakers have a losing record de- their trade targets & Walton is a mediocre coach at Rakitic kept his composure to beat Thibaut Courtois spite LeBron declaring that he would “activate” best.ny did LeBron a poor needs job constructing to shut it down the until team, next �lopped season,” on aftertle in a�ive one-two seasons. with Sergi Roberto split Real's defence. playoff mode as he looks to avoid missing out on the another said. Karim Benzema and Raphael Varane were denied to- One disappointed fan said: “The Lakers are actually wards the end but Real rarely looked like equalising at However, the Lakers have a worse record now than joke men, might as well sack Luke, shut Lebron down the Bernabeu. theypost-season did than for at the the �irst same time point since of last2004-05. season, when and tank for a lottery pick cah this ain’t working I’m They are third in the table, 12 points behind Barcelo- they were 31-32. tired of this BS.” na with 12 games left. Atletico Madrid are second. That includes humiliating defeats to the Suns, the But LeBron was also the subject of widespread crit- Barcelona's players formed a huddle as they cele- New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Atlanta Hawks, icism, missing a pair of late free throws. New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies (twice) NBA analyst Skip Bayless launched into a rant This was their 18th victory in 26 games in the league this season - all of whom are well below .500. about the four-time MVP. and,brated barring on the a pitchdisastrous after the set �inalof results, whistle. they will retain And given the task ahead of the team to get back He tweeted: “It happened AGAIN: LeBron James the title they won by 14 points last season. into the playoff picture, NBA fans think 34-year-old just missed two huge late free throws that could've Having beaten Real in the Copa del Rey on Wednes- LeBron should be rested for the remainder of the made it a one-possession game. year. “He has always been a liability at the late-game FT their bitter rivals. One wrote on Twitter: “Let LeBron rest. Shut him line. And some ppl actually claim he's better than Mi- day,Underpinning Ernesto Valverde's the overall side in�licted performance further was misery Lionel on down for the rest of the season. It's over.” chael Jordan. Laughable. Blasphemous.”  Messi, still as inventive and slippery as ever.  Jones delays move up to big boys Light-heavyweight champion Jon round, Jones won by a wide margin, “Bones” Jones is toying with the notion with all three judges scoring the bout of moving up to heavyweight, but he is 48-44 at the T-Mobile Arena. so dominant at light-heavy he is looking Victory extended Jones’ undefeated for the emerging contenders to step up. Jones dominated Anthony Smith in a successfully defended his title for the record in world title �ights to 13 as he title at UFC 235 in Las Vegas on Satur- from Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 232 day.gruelling �ive-round �ight to defend his in�irst December. time since recapturing the belt Two-time champion and overwhelm- “Everyone is talking about me going ing favourite Jones picked fellow Amer- to heavyweight, but I don’t have any is- ican Smith apart to earn a unanimous sues with my weight class,” Jones said. decision. “You know, my wife’s my nutritionist. The 31-year-old New Yorker domi- She knows what I like to eat. She knows how my body reacts to certain foods, so bout, comprehensively out striking and I really don’t have any problem making outnated grappling all �ive rounds the 30-year-old. of their main event light-heavy. But everyone is trying to Despite receiving a two-point deduc- push me into this heavyweight, as if it tion for an illegal knee in the fourth must happen, you know.  Jon Jones is in no hurry to leave the light-heavies REGIONAL C360 PAGE 8 Wednesday, March 6, 2019 | Issue No 345 C�� T�� LIAT Assures it Will Continue Flying, As Reports Circulate About Possible Shutdown Regional airline LIAT has sought to Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM in St Kitts and the Caribbean, after Trinidad and To- Nevis, Rowley said the regional leaders bagoassure Prime that it Minister will continue Dr Keith �lying Rowley across were informed that the Antigua-based warned that it could shut down if it does not get a US$5 million injection. “…Within a matter of a fortnight, an in- Speaking to reporters last night, after jectionairline isof in a seriousminimum �inancial of US$5 dif�iculties. million is his return from the 30th Intersessional But in a statement issued needed in ordertoday, to LIAT’s keep �lying,”chief executive he said.

that although airline is in a of�icer Julie Reifer-Jones said

throughchallenging the region �inancial with situa- sup- porttion, from it has its continued principal share- �lying holders – the Governments of Barbados, Antigua and Barbuda, St Vincent and the Grenadines and Dominica – and “will continue to operate

to provide connectivity and The airline CEO said current discus- aimed at achieving a viable airline oper- servicein a safe to and the ef�icient region”. manner sions with regional governments are ation. At the same time, she noted intended to put in place new arrange- LIAT is currently undergoing a re- that the airline has also been ments which provide a basis for sharing structuring exercise which is expected operating to destinations the burden among all the countries cur- to improve the operations of the airline where there has been no sup- as the company moves to build a sus- port from governments and She also noted that all stakeholders, tainable model. authorities to ensure that rently bene�itting from LIAT’s services. LIAT CEO Julie Reifer-Jones critical connectivity remains. will be called upon to make adjustments across its network of 15 destinations.  whether labour, suppliers or �inanciers It currently operates 491 �lights weekly Jamaica Government to Access Dormant Bank Accounts to Assist Small Businesses Government has initiated steps to tap then be sharing with the Minister of Fi- into nearly J$50 billion (US$390 mil- nance and the Public Service, because lion) in dormant bank accounts, which accessing dormant funds has got to be are being sought to provide low-inter- fordable funding for small and medium um-sized enterprises (MSMEs). enterprises…a part of the and landscape we are ofserious �inding about af- estIndustry, �inancing Commerce, to micro, smallAgriculture and medi- and it,” the Industry and Commerce Minister Fisheries Minister Audley Shaw says a con- emphasized. sultancy group has been contracted and tasked with the responsibility of review- ing and advising the Andrew Holness-led to HeMSME said growth access andto affordable development �inancing in Ja- administration on this engagement. maica.has been identi�ied as a major constraint He made the disclosure at a Jamai- “In fact, the JBDC has reported that ca Business Development Corporation 73 per cent of MSMEs see capital as the (JBDC) stakeholder breakfast forum most needed resource for production,” yesterday. Shaw added. The action comes against the back- The Minister argued that in order to ground of the governance framework attain higher levels of economic growth, which. Shaw noted stipulates a 15-year “we have to ensure that we get capital timeline before the dormant funds can into the hands of our entrepreneurs at be accessed by the State. reasonable attractive low single-digit This compares to the international interest rates”.  Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Audley Shaw “So, as we put our sights on the year year timeline in the United States. ahead, we must sharpen our focus to put sessions held to provide MSMEs with responsible for providing support to standardShaw, who of sevenadvised years, that andhe met the with �ive- action to our commitments,” he said. capacity building. I’m also advised that spur MSME growth. the consultants earlier this week, indi- Meanwhile, Shaw lauded JBDC’s man- the company conducted over 4,469 con- “We look forward to another success- cated that the group is “actively” explor- agement and staff for their work with sultations with 4,399 clients,” he noted. ful year, not just for the Jamaica Busi- ing the matter and will submit reports MSME stakeholders. The Minister said this is indicative of ness Development Corporation, but, on the outcomes. “I continue to be very impressed with the agency’s “seriousness” and “level of importantly, our micro, small and me- the work of the JBDC, particularly in the strategic focus” placed on discharging dium-sized enterprises,” Minister Shaw the second report by July, which I will last year, which saw some 56 training its mandate as the Government agency added.  “The �irst report is due in April [and]

WORLDCurio WATCH Collection by Hilton to Expand Caribbean PAGE 10 Wednesday, October 18, 2017 | Issue No 132 Caymanian Times BRITAIN BRACES...for a hurricane ThePresence unusual nature of this year’s normal. WithLondon was alreadyFirst noticing the In the early Hotelhours of October 1987 in the Cayman Islands Atlantic hurricane season is making its This is the most powerful storm to effects of this weather phenomenon southern England was battered by the impact felt as far north as the British have hit Ireland in over 50 years. Monday afternoon with the skies turning unannounced Great Storm (they didn’t Isles.Hilton has announced the signing of an orange“We tint andare the sunelated taking on anto havebe names partnering then). with The storm was Monday evening Mainland UK and Northern Ireland eerie glow. an agreement for a ploughingnew Curioits way north-eastwardsCollec- an industry leader likeThe Hiltonvery experienced and haveweather are bracing for a pounding from the Weather experts explained that was through Northern Ireland, which is part forecaster who under-estimated its remnants of Hurricane Ophelia which due to dust from the Sahara desert tion by Hilton propertyof the Unitedin Kingdom,the Cayman before sweeping the opportunity to introduceimpending ferocity thishas found inter- as much has roared up through the North Atlantic that Ophelia had dragged through the notoriety as the storm itself which killed and was battering the Irish Republic on into Scotland. atmosphere combined with haze caused 18 people and caused extensive damage. MondayIslands with gusts with close to NCB 100 miles Group. an Northern England, Wales as well nationally renowned, global hospitality hour. as London and other areas in south- away as Portugal. Britain is better prepared this time Scheduled to open in 2021, the new- company to the Caymanaround. Islands,” said Already three people have been killed east England were expected to feel the byThe the severe glow extra-tropical of forest fires storm from comes as far inbuild Ireland, and80-room there have been hotel power willeffects ofusher the storm with in high a newwinds and justMatthew a few days after the Wight, 30th anniversary Managing It comes just a Directorfew days after the 25thof outages and other disruptions which torrential rain forecast for some regions, of another weather phenomenon in this anniversary of the now infamous Great mightera takeof over upper a week toupscale return to especially accommodations those in the north. partNCB of the world.Group. Storm of 1987. focusing on sustainability and wellness, “It’s an honour that our hotel was se- incorporating renewable and energy-ef- lected to be a part of this exclusive collection of one-of-a-kind, independent property. hotels and resorts that are all celebrated �icient“As tourist technologies arrivals in throughout the Caribbean the for their individuality. Through this alli- continue to increase, we have prior- ance we will be delivering an innovative itized the region in our larger expansion wellness tourism product that also caters to the discerning business traveller.” Grand Cayman,” said Juan Corvinos, vice Guests will enjoy farm-to-table dining president,efforts with development, Hilton’s �irst Latin property America in at two of the property’s restaurants and and the Caribbean, Hilton. “In partner- poolside café, offering local seafood, ship with NCB Group, we are working fresh produce, organic wines and craft toward embodying a retreat that caters cocktails. With a fully-equipped gym, to the needs of today’s discerning trav- rejuvenating spa and conference facil- ellers that prioritize wellness while at ities, the hotel will also provide guests by Hilton. Having a one-of-a-kind bou- Solar panels, geothermal cooling, water home and abroad.” with a refreshing swimming pool com- tique property with wellness-focused recycling, SMART building management Situated on the edge of George Town, plete with a swim-up bar and a fresh offerings in our capital aligns with key systems, LED lighting, and solar water the beachfront hotel boasts 80 suites juice bar. The hotel will also have elec- segments of our visitor demographic heating will also be introduced to sig- tric vehicle rentals and complimenta- and the strategic vision for tourism in one to three bedrooms, which will also ry bicycles for eco-conscious guests to the Cayman Islands. The property will the reliance on the electrical grid and bewith available spacious for �loorplans purchase. ranging Each suitefrom ride along and enjoy Grand Cayman’s be a welcome addition to room invento- reduceni�icantly the reduce carbon operating footprint. costs, lower Seven Mile Beach. ry and will further enhance our diverse The hotel will be a part of Hilton Hon- Rosa Harris, Director of the Cayman product offerings and accommodations ors, the award-winning guest-loyalty equipment,will feature and energy-ef�icient lighting that technol- regu- Islands Department of Tourism shared: sector.” program for Hilton’s 16 distinct hotel latesogies, circadian in-room rhythm. yoga mats Travelers and �itness will “It’s important for the destination to As a successful developer of sustaina- brands. also be able to opt for executive and welcome accommodations that will ble residential communities, beachfront Hilton currently has a portfolio of penthouse suites with premier private provide exceptional experiences such condos and commercial buildings, NCB nearly 150 hotels and resorts open and pools. 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