The government continues to receive resounding praise from persons residing in East Ruimveldt, Georgetown, for allowing them to actively participate in the infrastructural development of their community.
Several major projects are underway in various parts of East Ruimveldt after contracts valuing more than $58 million were signed by residents on March 8 in that area alone.
The youngest among the contractors is Roynell Berkley, who has been awarded a contract to construct one of the walkways at Avocado Place.
He told the Department of Public Information (DPI) on Tuesday that he had never been so elated to pursue a project.
“I am so glad that I got the opportunity to put out good work in the community where I was born. Also, as you can see the roads are very perfect. This is the best government I can say. I can’t recall the road ever being done in East Ruimveldt while growing up,” Berkley highlighted.
Another excited contractor, Tiffany Greenidge believes that the gesture by the government is a significant boost for her community and family.
The opportunity, she emphasised, has brought smiles to many faces, especially those she hired to complete the task.
“Importantly, it is putting food on my family table and I must say that I have a lot of people from my area working with me. All my workers are glad for the money that will be coming into their pockets,” Greenidge noted.
As a first-time contractor, Daryl Austin expressed that individuals who previously frequented the streets are now actively engaged in community development, and are earning a respectable income.
Austin explained that since securing the government contract, he prioritised hiring persons within his area who he assured are capable enough to execute the road work.
He also believes that this approach would strengthen their families and subsequently the community.
Also expressing gratification, Moses Brewster said the government is doing major work at ensuring that the “man at the grassroots level” benefits and plays an integral role in Guyana’s development.
“People would be employed from the community once they have the skills. But work is here for everybody,” Brewster asserted.