Cayman Net News: West Bay cruise ship ferry facilities are matter of concern

West Bay cruise ship ferry facilities are matter of concern

Reader comments:

I can't help but wonder if this is needed at all and, if so, whether it is needed more urgently than another high school? It seems that the education of our children constantly takes a back seat to any other project the government dreams up. This money would be well spent on expanding the GHHS or building a new high school to house the large number of children who overcrowd this school now - Laura
I want to commend Mario E. Ebanks for his thoughtful and comprehensive letter on the questions and concerns regarding the West Bay cruise ship ferry facility. There is only one point which he may have overlooked and that is the environmental impact on the reef and sea life in the area of the construction of the facility and the significant increase in boat traffic in the area. A comprehensive environmental assessment must be made, and available for public comment and review before this project goes any further.

It is my understanding that when the existing dock was built, the Department of the Environment opposed its construction due to its negative impact on the marine park and marine life. Now a massive structure is intended to be built in the same area. Government should be totally transparent on this issue and the people should have the ability to oppose it before a final decision is made. Our environment and fishing and diving industries will be at risk if this project isn't fully vetted in a public forum. Thank you - James Hynes