THE Region Two Administration has signed three contracts valued over $628 million for several infrastructural projects aimed at improving access to government services and enhancing residents’ quality of life.

Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Nigel Dharamlall, on Saturday, witnessed the signing during a visit to the region.

A $585 million contract was awarded to Builders Hardware and General Supplies, for the construction of a new Abram Zuil Secondary School.

Two other contracts were also awarded, to K and K Boat Building and Outboard Mechanic Services for the supply of a water ambulance that will operate between Supenaam and Parika, and GenEquip for the supply and delivery of two 4-wheel drive John Deere tractors.
Minister Dharamlall said the construction of the new school is the fulfilment of a pledge the government made to the region.

“Since its establishment in 1980, I think the school has seen bits and pieces upgrade, rather than upgrade or construction that would modernise it.

“Abram Zuil has been at the forefront of education in our country. It has produced outstanding students…. So, we have to put investment in education and we have to provide greater services to our students and also to our parents,” the minister said.