October 2004

Press Releases: October 2004

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Business Recovery Planning Forum: It enabled participants to view the hurricane experience as one to learn from in terms of business practices and strategies. Published 29th October, 12:00am

Port Workers: Shipping has almost quadrupled which means longer hours. Published 29th October, 12:00am

Researching Ivan's Impact: A formal assessment will estimate our capacity to undertake reconstruction on our own and the extent to which international financial and technical cooperation are needed. Published 29th October, 12:00am

DoT Update: This week four hotels were inspected and over 400 rooms are ready for tourist accommodation. Published 29th October, 12:00am

Ivan's Impact on CB & LC: The property damage estimate is CI$3,184,700; over 70% is damage to hotels, condominiums and apartments. Published 29th October, 12:00am

How Are You Feeling After Ivan?: Test yourself. Published 29th October, 12:00am

Beach and Underwater Cleanups: CITA calls for divers, snorklers & beachcombers. Published 28th October, 12:00am

Police Report: 28 Oct.: Two bodies were discovered at a Randyke Gardens apartment yesterday at 5:56pm. Published 28th October, 12:00am

Police Report: 27 Oct.: In Little Cayman, three injured in a one vehicle accident involving a minivan that overturned. Published 28th October, 12:00am

Immigration Boards Meeting: Each of the three boards is now meeting at least once per week to process the large numbers of work permit applications and Trade & Business licenses that are being received. Published 28th October, 12:00am

Update on National Recovery: A speech given in the Legislative Assembly, 28 October, by the Leader of Government Business. Published 28th October, 12:00am

Cruise Ships Back on Monday!: A statement from the Leader of Government Business and a schedule. Published 28th October, 12:00am

Conch and Whelk Season: 1 November: Check here for limits, and remember -- all marine conservation laws are being enforced and officers are on patrol! Published 28th October, 12:00am

DEH Turns 30: During the week 17-24 October, despite working long hours in the Post-Ivan recovery effort, staff was involved in several activities. Published 28th October, 12:00am

Parentcraft Classes Resume: Expectant couples! Published 27th October, 12:00am

17 November -- Still a Holiday: Not Elections Day, but now a day of thanksgiving! Published 27th October, 12:00am

Re-housing Remaining Shelterees: The number of residents in shelters has been declining, as they return to their homes, find alternative accommodation or are relocated. Published 27th October, 12:00am

Lion's Pool Re-Opens: And it will resume its swimming programme on 1 November. Published 27th October, 12:00am

CUC Update: 26 Oct.: A CUC-chartered vessel arrived yesterday with transformers, poles and bucket trucks. Published 26th October, 12:00am

Privy Council Issues Order: It amends the Constitution allowing British OT citizens who are also British citizens to vote & requiring the Governor to dissolve the Assembly no later than 17 March 2005. Published 26th October, 12:00am

PWD Report: 'The Way Forward': Shelters, shutters, government buildings -- PWD reviews methods and materials. Published 26th October, 12:00am

Cemetery Cleanup Underway: A crew is clearing vegetation, sand, and preparing for repainting. Published 26th October, 12:00am

Body Identified: The body recovered from the mangroves over a week ago belongs to Mr. Osley Ebanks, missing since the hurricane. Published 25th October, 12:00am

Governor to UK: HE The Governor will attend official talks and then remain in the UK on leave until Saturday, 30 October. Published 25th October, 12:00am

Police Report: 24 Oct.: Two in custody following a report of a WB shooting and a report of two missing persons. Published 25th October, 12:00am

Port Manages Import Rush: In six days the port unloaded seven vessels and loaded a barge for the Brac -- this more than doubles the normal weekly work schedule. Published 25th October, 12:00am

Appointments in Portfolio of Finance & Economics: Four Caymanian civil servants are promoted to senior positions in the restructured Portfolio. Published 22nd October, 12:00am

CIRO Progress Report: 18 Oct.: Housing, shelters, school openings, hazardous materials, cars on the dock in Miami... Published 22nd October, 12:00am

First CaymanSpirit Published: GIS' weekly newsletter focusses on the work of CIRO -- see it below under Local Issues. Published 22nd October, 12:00am

Police Report: 21 & 22 Oct.: Several persons were arrested for various offences, including DUI and violating curfew. Published 22nd October, 12:00am

Generator Safety: Information from Health Services and CUC. Published 22nd October, 12:00am

Handling Hazardous Chemicals: Now that you've survived Ivan don't let down your guard to the hazards that exist in the workplace and at home. Published 22nd October, 12:00am

Debris Removal Underway in Priority Areas: DEH has a plan -- Prospect early next week, followed by Cumber Ave. and Belford Estates in Bodden Town. Published 22nd October, 12:00am

Flu: Shots are available, plus information on how to stay healthy. Published 20th October, 12:00am

Police Report -- 20 Oct: Thanks to all of the civilians who were sworn in as temporary Special Constables. Published 20th October, 12:00am

Royal Visit in November: HRH The Earl of Wessex celebrated our Quincentennial and now returns with encouragement. Published 20th October, 12:00am

Liquor Licenses: The Board wants to expedite renewals. Information here. Published 20th October, 12:00am

Public Health Update: Less cases of rash and gastroenteritis but people are being injured cleaning debris. Tetanus shots still available. Published 20th October, 12:00am

Pre-schools and Day Care Centres: Information about the 13 that are now open. Published 20th October, 12:00am

Bermuda Team Continues GT Clean-up: The first group's tour of duty worked in the Swamp and Windsor Park communities. Published 20th October, 12:00am

MRCU Larviciding Schedule: Pellets will be dropped over stagnant and standing water -- mosquito breeding sites. The larvicide does not present a threat to humans, pets or wildlife. Published 19th October, 12:00am

Pests! Flies!: Flies contaminate food; when feeding, flies expel saliva and feces that may contain bacteria. Published 19th October, 12:00am

District Learning Centres to Operate: Churches open their halls so students' education can progress. Published 19th October, 12:00am

FCO Official to Visit: The economic adviser for the OTs will help prepare a socio-economic and environmental assessment of Ivan's impact. Published 19th October, 12:00am

Small Business Assistance: CIDB and CIIB is offering free one-on-one confidential consulting by trained professional staff and experienced volunteer business analysts. Published 18th October, 12:00am

Cayman Islands Diabetes Association: No more meetings this year. Published 18th October, 12:00am

Police Report, 15 & 18 Oct: It includes a reminder that it's an offence to burn refuse. Published 18th October, 12:00am

Statement from the Governor & Leader of Government Business: Thanks to Almighty God for sparing us from greater loss of life...(which) was in no small part due to the excellence of the pre-hurricane planning (and) the thorough preparedness of the community. Published 18th October, 12:00am

Public Transport Operators Should Report Losses: The Vehicle and Licensing Department needs to know how many vehicles were lost from fleets, the number of seats lost, and more. Published 18th October, 12:00am

HSA Child Clinics: Information on Infant Clinics and Child Health Clinics. NOTE: Has your child missed a scheduled vaccination? Published 14th October, 12:00am

GC Liquor Licensing -- New Hours: Licensed premises are now required to close no later than one hour before the start of curfew. Published 14th October, 12:00am

Police Reports, 13 & 14 Oct.: Arrests for wounding, assault, burglary. Published 14th October, 12:00am

Report from Cayman Islands Tourism Association: When CITA's members -- hotels, condos, watersports, dive operations, transportation, attractions, and restaurants -- will be ready. Published 14th October, 12:00am

HSA Update: All clinics, including the Dental, General Practice and Specialists clinics, are now fully operational. Published 12th October, 12:00am

Water Authority Update: Water is available to 96% of customers. Published 12th October, 12:00am

Children and Family Services Report: Shelters, food, social problems, the young and the elderly, and much more. Published 12th October, 12:00am

Helping Hands to the Rescue: With help from Air Jamaica and the Rotary Club of GC (Sunrise), 13 Canadian nurses and a social worker came to assist the healthcare team at the CI Hospital. Published 11th October, 12:00am

Generator Theft: Secure yours. Note colour, make, model, and serial number. Published 11th October, 12:00am

Amnesty: From 18 October until 1 November 2004, persons residing illegally in Cayman have an opportunity to leave without fear of prosecution. Published 11th October, 12:00am

Lands and Survey Opens New Office: Land registry services will resume on Wednesday, 13 October, on the second floor of the Cayman Corporate Centre. Published 11th October, 12:00am

Water Update 11 Oct 04: How are things going in South Sound and Bodden Town? Published 11th October, 12:00am

New Acting Head of the Governor's Office.: Mr. Simon Tonge has served in the South Asia Department in the FCO, Jakarta, and as Press Officer to the British Embassy in Kabul. Published 8th October, 12:00am

Police Report, 8 Oct.: An assault during a burglary, an illegal firearm arrest, some passports are found and a warning on stopping at traffic light junctions. Published 8th October, 12:00am

Generators and Safety: People have been showing up at Accident & Emergency with burns and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning. Published 8th October, 12:00am

Recovery Committee Meeting, 4 October: Reports from RCIP, CUC, the Water Authority, Cayman Water, and DEH. Also discussed: vehicles, duty concessions and the port. Published 8th October, 12:00am

SMB at APO: As of Monday, 11 October, customers with Seven Mile Beach postal boxes are asked to begin retrieving their mail from the Airport Post Office. Published 8th October, 12:00am

CSYSGA: Departments Relocated: The Ministry is operating from its offices in the Glass House; its departments in the Tower have moved. Published 8th October, 12:00am

CUC Restoration Update: 1,200 premises have been reenergized and customer connections are occurring more rapidly now that reconstruction of power lines in George Town is nearing completion. Published 7th October, 12:00am

RCIP: Owners Check Your Firearms: Ensure that all weapons/ammunition are accounted for and that security provisions are adequate. Published 7th October, 12:00am

CI National Recovery Fund: The Trustees assure the public that the fund will be audited and that considerable checks are in place to ensure proper placement and use of donations. Published 7th October, 12:00am

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Update: South Sound has water and electrical equipment at the new treatment plant was badly damaged by Ivan. Published 7th October, 12:00am

GIS Briefing, 7 October: A summary showing how Grand Cayman is progressing. Published 7th October, 12:00am

Public Health Update: Dr. Kumar reports on broken bones, rashes, gastroenteritis, tetanus and deaths since 12 Sept. Published 6th October, 12:00am

Bars, Pubs, Nightclubs: New Closing Time: The GC Liquor Licensing Board says close by 9:00pm because of the curfew. Published 6th October, 12:00am

Owen Roberts Operating Hours: 6:30am - 6:30pm daily; no night operations at this time. Published 6th October, 12:00am

Experts Sign on to Accelerate Recovery: James Lee Witt Associates will start helping with Cabinet's priorities -- removing debris and devising means of temporary housing for the homeless. Published 6th October, 12:00am

Financial Services Attracts New Members: Morgan Stanley Fund Services, the Dexia Group, Mitsubishi Corporation, and Mourant du Feu & Jeune have joined the Cayman Islands financial services community. Published 6th October, 12:00am

New Immigration Regulations: Children and property owners may travel to Grand Cayman; and earlier post-Ivan work permit arrangements are formailised. Published 6th October, 12:00am

Women's Resource Centre Reopens: Counselling is available for anyone seeking emotional support in the aftermath of Hurricane Ivan. Published 5th October, 12:00am

Minister Reviews Operations with HoDs: Hon. Gilbert McLean: "At this point the country needs to look at services that are critical to our existence..." Published 5th October, 12:00am

Recovery Committee Meets, 1 October: Civil Aviation and Immigration reported and the Committee discussed price gougers and others taking advantage of post-Ivan difficulties. Published 5th October, 12:00am

Planning Department: Operations Update: Moving files and equipment from the Tower to Queensgate House -- limited service begins 11 October. Published 5th October, 12:00am

News from Health Services: This week's schedule of physician services at the District Clinics; Specialist Clinic and Women's Health services are resuming regular hours, and more! Published 4th October, 12:00am

Vioxx Withdrawn by Manufacturer: Stop taking this prescription drug and see your doctor or pharmacist. Published 4th October, 12:00am

Water Supply Update: Work continues in South Sound and begins on the Bodden Town relief road and on Sandy Ground Drive. Published 4th October, 12:00am

Health Information -- Post-Ivan: Stress, tetanus, how to stay healthy -- Public Health and DSAS provide info. Published 2nd October, 12:00am

Roof Repair Assistance for Uninsured Persons: The National Recovery Fund, the official fund chaired by HE the Governor Mr. Bruce Dinwiddy, CMG, is already being put to work. Published 2nd October, 12:00am

Funds to Fix Homes: Application forms for financial assistance from the Cayman Islands National Recovery Fund are now available. Published 2nd October, 12:00am

Water -- 90% Restored: Some homes and businesses need pipes or leaking plumbing fixed before reconnection. Published 2nd October, 12:00am

An Update on Shelters: Children and Family Services now manage the shelters and, since its offices were damaged, the Department is also working out of the shelters. Published 2nd October, 12:00am

An Ivan Retrospective: GIS' Joan Scott-Campbell takes a look back... Published 2nd October, 12:00am

An Update on Schools: The Ministry and Department of Education are getting schools rebuilt and classes started. Published 2nd October, 12:00am

Our National Radiocommunication System: The Government owned system performed reliably and operated continuously before, during and after Hurricane Ivan. Published 2nd October, 12:00am

Electrical Reconnections: Government electrical inspectors must inspect and approve premises as being ready to receive power. Published 1st October, 12:00am

911 Telecommunicators Recognised: The Association of Public Safety Communications Officials praised their professionalism and commitment. Published 1st October, 12:00am

Recovery Committee, 29 September: Seconded OTs police officers will be leaving, Government is recasting the budget, and many companies are short of accommodation for staff. Published 1st October, 12:00am

From the Building Control Unit: All buildings with major damage should be reviewed and inspected to ensure that repairs are done correctly to prevent future damage during high winds. Published 1st October, 12:00am

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