Letters

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Sir,

We commend Mimi Gratton for her courage in telling her horrific story in “The Anguillian”. When the attack took place on Mimi and her daughter April 7th, followed two nights later by the attack on a visitor to a house on the Jerry Gumbs Highway, the AHTA and the Anguilla Tourist Board awakened the slumbering police leadership to the gravity of the developing situation and the danger to the tourism industry on Anguilla. The public is relieved that the police have promised to pass on crime information to the radio and newspapers. The newly formed police liaison committee is certainly a step towards transparency and addresses from the Chief Minister about community involvement are a sign of leadership.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Editor

WORRYING MATTERS, BUT ON THE UP SIDE

Over the last weeks it seems as if the media in Anguilla has been filled with articles, items and letters to the editor regarding people’s concern about where Anguilla is going as a nation. Lack of civic pride, increases in burglary and other serious crimes are of great concern to nationals and residents alike. If we could cast our minds further back than a couple months, and take an honest look though, I think we would have to admit that where we are today has been coming at us for years now. Never mind the expressions of ‘outrage’ from some quarters. Many, including our leaders may have hoped that our problems would go away on their own. Unfortunately, that’s not the way it works.

I attended a meeting at CapJuluca on Tuesday 27th March between the staff and elected members of Government concerning the situation at CapJuluca. I could say that I was embarrassed, but in truth, I left the meeting feeling very sad for my people, sad for my leaders and very sad for the future of my little island home.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Sir:

NATIONAL DISGRCE AT SHOAL BAY

We have a national disgrace at the western end of Shoal Bay East in and around the sea grape trees between the built developments.

Fabian Fahie
Little Harbour
Anguilla

March 28th, 2007

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Sir,

Re: Cap Juluca - Why I must Support ANTIL

I have been subjected to much attack and criticism by a number of individuals for my stance in support of Anguilla National Tourism Investment Limited (ANTIL). Such attacks and criticisms have not and will not dull my commitment to and support for ANTIL in its efforts to represent the interest of Anguillians in general to become participants in the ownership of Cap Juluca, in the course of its acquisition by new owners.

The Editor
The Anguillian

My husband and I were deeply touched and applaud you for your editorial of March 16th, “A Man’s Or Woman’s Home Is Their Castle”, in response to my letter to the editor about our burglary on March 4th. However, I am very discouraged with the progress of the investigations of those crimes you mentioned and of the increased crime since then.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Make Anguilla Safe

Violence is threatening Anguilla. Residents and visitors are afraid. I am afraid. I fear leaving my home unoccupied at night. I fear living in my home at night. I fear for my husband’s and my personal safety.

The Editor
The Anguillian,
Anguilla BWI

From Detective Chief Inspector Bernie Watson (Retired)

Dear Nat,
20th March 2007

I would ask that you include this letter in your next available edition as both Jackie and I would wish to say farewell to our many friends in Anguilla. Sadly, time, and an off / on / off scenario with my contractual position meant we eventually left without saying all the goodbyes we would have wished.

The Editor
The Anguillian

A Plea for Help!


I am telling my story to make Anguillans, belongers, residents, and visitors aware of what Anguilla is becoming.

The Editor
The Anguillian

INCOME TAX FOR ANGUILLA?
By Haydn Hughes

Over the years we’ve all heard the term, “Income tax” float around this island. It is well known that income tax is quite foreign to Anguillians who have lived here all their lives. However, those Anguillians who would have migrated to the US and UK in the 30s and 40s are more than a little familiar with the concept of “Income Tax”.

Dear Mr. Hodge

Excuse me for my boldness, but what is our Minister of Social Development doing? And where is he in the midst of our social crises? Is the Minister of Tourism gauging what is going on socially, and calculating the cost on the tourism industry? I am not seekng to get personal and political, but we need to hear from you. What are your plans for steering Anguilla in the right direction socially?

The Editor,
The Anguillian

Dear Sir,

The trash disposal situation for yachtsmen at Sandy Ground is inadequate and must be improved by installing either several LARGE trash receptacles (to replace the 8 smaller ones) or adding several additional smaller rubbish bins. Trash is collected three times a week, but on Sundays, the trash generated since the Friday pickup becomes a mountain, with bags piled on the ground and atop the rubbish bins. This is an unacceptable public health problem which permits a breeding ground for rats.

The Anguillian

Dear Sir,

Improper Road Construction

The traffic lights at the Mahogany Tree junction have been malfunctioning for approximately seven months now. Apparently, the sensor which controls the traffic light on the Stoney Ground Road was destroyed when the new road was constructed. As a result only two vehicles can pass before the green light changes back to red, if no vehicles are approaching from the south.

The Editor,
The Anguillian

Dear Sir,

WEST END CITIZENS’ LETTER

The West End Concerned Group (W.E.C.G.) would like to express their dissatisfaction with the tone set by members of the Anguilla community who attended the meeting held on Monday 29th January 2007 with the express intention of coming together to aid in a solution to the challenges faced in this district and other areas on the Anguilla. We are heartened, however, by the response of the general public to the issues brought forth during that meeting.

The Editor,
The Anguillian

Thanks To Health Authority of Anguilla

I need to thank the Health Authority of Anguilla and its employees for the superb job they are doing in providing medical care.

Before I tell you how I discovered this fact, I need to provides some perspective.

The Editor
The Anguillian
Anguilla

Dear Sir/Madam

Traffic In Sandy Ground

We have been visiting your wonderful island for twenty (20) years and are just getting ready to return from another wonderful three-week stay at Syd-An’s Inn, in Sandy Ground, our favourite spot on the island.

January 24, 2007

Mr. Mitchell Lake
Founder & President
Anguilla Tennis Academy

Dear Mr. Lake,

Marley and I appreciate our recent tour, with you, of the Anguilla Tennis Academy (ATA) and while we continue to be impressed with the ongoing progress of the complex, we are even more impressed by the significant personal contribution that both Jason and yourself are making towards the Anguillian community. Your commitment to the project is an admirable example of the difference that individuals can make when they have the determination to fulfill a dream and a goal.

The Editor
The Anguillian

Dear Editor,

Anticipation often turns out to be more enjoyable than the actual event, but that was not the case for the audience at St Augustine’s this past Sunday evening for the inaugural performance of Morlens Music Studio’s recital series showcasing some of the Studio’s exceptional students.

November 6, 2006

Mr Timothy Hodge
Director of Social Security

Dear Sir,

Re: Customer Service Beyond Expectation

I telephoned your office this morning for the second time within the last month for a certificate to indicate that Joyce Kentish & Associates were up to date with the social security contributions. For the second time Ms Brenda Hughes enquired how soon I required it. I indicated that today would be preferable. On both occasions the certificates were at the Customer Service desk for collection within an hour.

Dear Prime Minister,

A recent newspaper report out of the Eastern Caribbean suggested there was much enthusiasm surrounding your move to sell controlling interest in LIAT to Allen Stanford and Caribbean Star. I urge you to approach this matter with a lot of caution and to consider the facts carefully before you sign on the dotted line.