ROADTOWN Tortola BVI, April 25th, 2012 – Residents in Virgin Gorda (VG) can look forward to improved recreational and sporting facilities as Government has inked two contracts for their design and enhancement.
On April 24, Minister for Education and Culture Honourable Myron V. Walwyn signed a petty contract with Mr. Dion Stoutt of STO Enterprises, for the design, engineering and development of a Recreation Park in Virgin Gorda in the amount of $68,500 and for the architectural design, surveying and engineering services for the covering of the VG Basketball court in the amount of $62,500.
Both design works commenced today and are expected to be completed by June 25, 2012.
The scope of works for the enhancement of the Virgin Gorda Basketball Court include the drawing and design of a proper covering to completely cover the existing basketball court, the creation of more seating capacity and upgrades to the restroom facility and the concession stand. The drawings will also incorporate proper lighting for the court and mechanical requirements to improve the scoreboard equipment.
The scope of works for the design of the Virgin Gorda recreational facility include the development of the land space into a park to include a Gazebo, playground equipment, landscape, proper and adequate parking, fencing, a restroom facility, site lighting and picnic and party facilities.
Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton witnessed Minister Walwyn’s signature while Finance and Planning Officer in the Ministry of Education and Culture Mrs. Jovita Scatliffe witnessed the architect, Mr. Stoutt’s, signature.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education and Culture Dr. Marcia Potter and Territorial Representative Mr. Archibald Christian were also in attendance.
The signing of the design and architectural works for the Virgin Gorda Recreational Facility and Basketball court is in keeping with Government’s commitment to enhance the Territory’s recreation facilities as they improve the quality of life for Virgin Islands residents.
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