05th January 2010
Rodney Bay Strip cries out for attention

THE EDITOR,
For the greater part of 2009 a number of questionable bars and restaurants have sprung up within the heart of the Rodney Bay area amongst some very upscale restaurants, hotels and business houses. It would be a great pity if the authorities directly responsible for the overview of the area do not remain vigilant. It takes quite some time for an area to develop a reputation, but unfortunately, it takes far less time to lose that reputation. A most recent and perfect example being the situation with Tiger Woods – a young and enterprising golfer who won the hearts and minds of the world at large over a twelve year period has overnight moved into obscurity by association.
Driving through the Rodney Bay strip it has become extremely noticeable by the number of TACKY JOINTS which have been erected – presumably without Planning authority but more worrying is the nature of the clientele frequenting those joints. Despite the laws passed to curtail the blaring music certain proprietors totally disregard these restrictions and continue on the path of disturbance till the early hours of the morning.