-says Minister Rodrigues to Rosignol residents

IN a continued effort to foster inclusive governance and drive regional development, Minister Within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, engaged residents of Rosignol, Region Five, during a community meeting on Thursday afternoon.

The meeting served as an opportunity for the minister to reflect on the administration’s commitment to bridging the gap between policy and people while ensuring that developmental plans align with the real needs of communities. Minister Rodrigues provided critical updates on water infrastructure and housing initiatives, reaffirming the government’s dedication to enhancing residents’ quality of life.

Highlighting improvements in water infrastructure, Minister Rodrigues detailed major upgrades at the Cotton Tree Water Treatment Plant and the installation of smaller treatment systems in various areas. She further outlined the progress of the new Bath Water Treatment Plant, noting that the initiatives are aimed at achieving 100 percent treated water coverage in Region Five.
“Our main focus is improving the lives of our people,” Minister Rodrigues stated, underscoring the government’s investment in critical utility services.

On the national housing front, the minister reiterated the government’s commitment to its 2020-2025 goal of allocating 50,000 house lots countrywide. She highlighted the ongoing development of housing schemes in Region Five and noted that allocations have specifically included key groups such as youth and women, ensuring equitable access to homeownership.

Recognising infrastructure as a key concern for citizens, Minister Rodrigues also emphasised the government’s substantial investments in both large-scale projects and community road upgrades. Supporting this, Regional Chairman, Vickchand Ramphal, reported that, since 2020, approximately 500 community roads have been completed across Region Five. He further outlined ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency of local governance systems in delivering services to residents.

During the interactive session, residents raised various community-related concerns, which were addressed by the minister and representatives from the Central Housing and Planning Authority and Guyana Water Incorporated. The engagement reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to ensuring that policies and projects directly benefit the people they are intended to serve.