Dominica: Prime Minister Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit shared the update from Minister Roland Royer received on the Clifton Back Road Project. The update confirms that the construction is 90% complete and on track to be finished soon.
Reportedly, the Clifton Back Road of Dominica is a major project in which the government has invested almost XCD 1.05 million. The update provides positive news for the community of Clifton and marks a new milestone in Dominica’s infrastructure development.
Considering the detailed scope of work, four retaining walls have been constructed as of now. Along with this, a new culvert crossing was installed. In addition to the update, 400 meters of roadway and slipper drains were also built.
Moreover, during the construction, the Clifton Back Road Project scope was expanded to further include the replacement of the main water line along the entire stretch of road, with an additional investment of XCD 90,000.00 in order to improve the essential services.
As per the update shared by the Parliamentary Representative for the Cottage Constituency – Roland Royer, the Government of Dominica is pleased with the progress and the quality of work which is being delivered continuously.
The project has brought much-needed relief and long-term infrastructure improvements to the residents of Clifton, mentioned Royer. The Clifton Back Road Project was implemented under BNTF 10, in presence of the Executing Ministry – the Ministry of Culture, Youth, Sports and Community Development. Also, the project is funded by the Government of Dominica in association with the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB).
Notably, the Government of Commonwealth of Dominica is actively involved in several other major infrastructural upgradation projects such as the East Coast Road Project and the Loubiere to Grand Bay Road Project. These projects are expected to reach their completion soon.
According to the latest update, the East Coast Road Project is expected to be completed by June 2025. Such projects mark a significant milestone in the development of the Caribbean nation.