LONG TERM PROPOSALS
(One-Three Years)

Establish a committee to explore methods of reducing the cost of airline tickets to the Cayman Islands. Encourage price cuts across all industry sectors, including C&W, CUC, Water Authority, merchants, restaurants and construction industries through a review of the cost of doing business in the country by reducing Government fees.

Establish a public/private sector initiative to improve the islands’ tourist attractions and to beautify the islands with native vegetation, sidewalks and scenic trails. Investigate the flow of traffic in central George Town with a view of closing off Harbour Drive for certain peak hours each day so that cruise ship passengers can walk with ease and not feel threatened by oncoming traffic.

Review the Statistics Law and the mechanisms Government and the private sector uses to gather economic statistics. Amalgamate Government’s statistics gathering operation under one department. Work closely with the Chamber of Commerce to develop strategies to improve the collection of economic statistics. Mandate statistics gathering and collection at the time of a renewal of Trade and Business licenses.

Develop a long-term economic strategy. This strategy should provide for integration of Government services with a view of reducing costs, increasing financial reserves, encouraging good business practices and increasing accountability. Reward civil servants positive performance through an incentive system.

Identify medium term (high season) and long term (2002-2003/4) strategies to improve our marketing message.