Parliamentary Representative for the Petit Savanne constituency, Dr. Kenneth Darroux, says the year is ending on a good note for the people in his constituency.
The MP, who has always been very vocal about his dissatisfaction with what he describes as ‘the snail’s pace’ at which his constituency was receiving government assistance, said “things are looking up”.
Darroux said 17 residents of Dubique will soon be owners of their land following a Cabinet decision to acquire and resell lots to them at 25 cents a square foot.
“Most of the lands in Dubique are private lands over the years as part of the Dubique estate. Government bought a large part of the estate and the land was sub divided for housing and agriculture. So far we have created 17 housing lots and government and Cabinet have decided to resell these lots at 25 cents a square foot. This means that in the next few weeks, 17 Dubique residents will own their lands,” Dr. Darroux said.
In addition, he said $60,000 has been allocated to Dubique, which he said will address some of the acute housing issues in that community.
“Since taking up the position as parliamentary representative, some three years ago, I have identified that housing is the most acute need in the Petit Savanne constituency. The money was made available through the Dubique Action for Development,” he said.
Dr. Darroux said the Dubique project is another way that government shows it is about empowering more local groups to manage the affairs of their respective communities,
“I have sat with the committee and we have identified some the most critical needs. It will not address all the acute issues in Dubique but we are hoping that it will make a positive start. The hope is that we will continue to receive allocations until we are able to eliminate all the housing issues that we have and reduce the plight of the Dubique area,” Dr Darroux said.
Several other projects are also in the pipeline for the Petit Savanne constituency, the MP said.
fix the road under the cliff in Dubique and that will be a start!that road damaging people transport!
Ok Doc you’ve said your peace and apparently the public disagrees with you. C’mon Justina Charles, what’s the improvement made in Grand-Bay? We need to know…from what I’m seeing it’s gotten worse but I can be wrong….bring out the facts please….
Some people do not like hearing/reading the truth. The truth always offends. Nevertheless, no matter what, it must be told. Let the truth prevail.
What you the ppl of this constituency can and should do though is to choose how you’re going to react to what happened.this is rather Disappointing… Some people use disappointments as fuel to make a change in their life and you need to stop allowing this government to treat you like dirt after all this support you have given to them over the years!!!i saw the condition of the road and it is in the worst condition it has ever been…it poses great risk on the lives of all those who utilize the road.’the money which is going to be spent on Dubique, is the fallen crumbs of what have remained from the packed burger!’ what happens to the rest of the constituency??? Its time ppl start removing the fog of doubt from their minds…You all are not performing!!!give jack his jacket and jane her lipstick…i am not asking for you to be voted out,however you should not mistreat and take advantage of the ppl who continue to support you ….alasss
DNO, I noticed that my comments of yesterday were not published. I shall modify my comments and merely ask questions.
It is rather curious that the honourable Dr. sees the need to inform us on a regular basis that all is well in his constituency. Usually, when politicians try to give this assurance, something is very definitely wrong.
Who reassured the constituents on 24 October 2012 that they have not been forgotten?. Are we to assume that as no one from his constituency would praise him, he pats himself on the back expressing great satisfaction with his efforts at developing the constituency and its people, while acknowledging that more can be done?
Who claimed that not enough attention was being given to his constituency by his own Labour Party administration?
Who was it DNO, who had to lick his self-inflicted wounds, like Ian- after the King put him is his lowly place when he attempted to instigate an internal revolt?
Who was so disillusioned and dissatisfied with the leadership of the PM and when he tried to speak out was stopped by the King?
Who was frustrated with what he considered to be a pattern of disrespect and deliberate undermining of his position within the government?
Who was upset about his secondary and supportive role to the Public Works minister, who led the delegation?
Who was upset that he got nothing in the 2012/2013 budgetary allocation for his constituency and complained of the diversion of allocated funds for the rehabilitation of the Morne Prosper village road?
Who absent himself out of pure frustration, from the parliament during the presentation and debate of the 2012/2013 budget and for the vote on the election of a president?
Who is now blowing his own trumpet which has been quiet by the King?
DNO-No one can hear him now. He has been sidelined as a failure just like the DLP government of which he belongs.
Respectfully
Roseau Valley
I can never vote DLP again please please please uwp and DFP make one Party quick and take Dominica out of this mess
No one can see or foretell the future. Pray that you will never be disappointed and suffer for making such a comment which came from your heart. Keep this in mind for the future.
totally agree with you!
Boy what a joke…what a mess
Kenneth, doh make me laugh garcon.
Things looking up where? You make big commotion the other day, them fellas doh even study you because they know you cannot leave the sweet life.
Lemme stop there eh
After three years is that your all you accomplished well again i cannot say much either at least you got something, But we now in the Portsmouth Const. have one they call Ian Douglas. Ask him what can he say about his Accomplishment for the past years and you will how outstanding you are Mr Darroux in comparison to you colleague although i think what you got done is insignificant.
What the hell do you want Ian to do again. All you get Fisheries complex, Hotel, improvement to tourism sites, housing, new school Portsmouth want everything man. Is not all you alone that vote for the government nor. All you too greedy man. Other communities would like some improvement also.
Some of them are never satisfied.
doc all i can say is choooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooops……just see what u getting ….when mahaut ALONE getting millions……
Oh boy !!! Doc u don’t have any shame . The constituency is looking good , i voted for u the last election but not again me and my family will not . It’s the worst it’s ever been ,shame on you for saying that . You will be judge by your words , constituency looking good ( SHAME SHAME SHAME )
Do you think it is all his fault?
Well just call the constituency the Dubique constituency nah…You are one big —-.
You really need to be go, for your incompetence, and failure to deliver, what matters to the constituency.
Dr. K.D.,
You’d better off had you stayed in your profession
to serve the people in what you know best. You see, you are a perfect example of a square peg in round hole. Doc, please let your conscience be your guide, and don’t be led by the unscrupulous
politicians who are all tainted with allegations after allegations. Have some…… and stand on your own, then, we’ll forgive you.
What does one expect of a lougaoo. You are too scary. Your advice is a poor one. Instead of encouraging him you are discouraging him.
Who are you to dictate to him what he should do and not do and if he will be successful or not? Keep your views to yourself. Who asked you?
He wants to help his people. If in another profession, he would not have the authority and opportunity to do so. It appears that he is doing a good job of it. This is a politician who is caring and is fulfilling his elected duty. His constituents must be pleased with him. I commend him and wish him good luck.
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@ the phantom Justice and Peace. What you must expect from a lougaoo Man is THE TRUTH, which is what has you going mad/crazy.
This man is a fake,he care nothing about the constituency and is shameless. Don’t be offended by the truth brother/sister. Whatever you try to do to it (The Truth), it will rise back in your face.
I applaud lougaoo Man for having the courage to speak/write the truth,AND I PRAY THE YOU START BELIEVING IN THE TRUTH. Go burst all your blood vessels now.
Sorry my brother J&T! You don’t seem to know the
“B” in the Bull’s foot. I do respect whatever you say though, but remember my right to make comments on behalf of my ideals and philosophy can’t be taken away. OK! Be a PATRIOT and continue to look out for the best interests of your constituents and nation. Thank You.
Dr. what you were saying in the Grand Bay shop and now _______. some thing is not right $60.000 have u singing a new song, abben nou finy bat en Domnik. aaa magwée sa
Dubique alone doesn’t make up the Petite Savanne constituency, come better than that. The constituency spans from Bellevue to Petite Savanne.
Disappointed is an understatement, when thinking of the attention that we have received.
Votes will talk, according to the calypsonian, “we go see”
It about time this constituencies stop vote labour becasue we have been RED for over 20+ years and u can count on one hand what labour have done for us its a shame how u treat constituencies that always vote u ,but time will tell
What have the people you are referring to done for themselves? God help those who help themselves. Too often some people just sit back and say that the government did not help them. They have no advice and suggestions but they are complaining.
It commences with the youth while they are still young until they attain adulthood. The people of especially today must attend school, be attentive and diligent while in school and graduate in order to obtain a legal, well-paying job, whatever their chosen field. If many people are unemployed they are not contributors to society. If they are employed, obviously they will pay taxes according to their income. The government alone cannot do anything. This applies in any country of the world.
Dominica is not a non-democratic country where nationals must work and are financially supported by the government of that country. There is a difference in a democratic country and a non-democratic one. Those in democratic countries have the freedom to work and obtain a salary. They can whatever they will with the money.
They must seek employment; grow vegetables, herbs, beans, peas, flowers, etc. and sell them.
People must cease having children (those who do) with different men/women and be responsible nationals. They are responsible for themselves.
Ask yourself where is the government getting money from to help every Dominican who is especially in need of? How can the government assist if it has no money? The majority of money comes from abroad, the Caribbean Bank, the World Bank and other non-profit overseas organizations. Do you not know that?
I hope you have learned something and not expect the government (whichever may be in power) to assist everyone in the manner in which they would like. I am neutral; just being fair. The government can only do so much.
I agree…Dominica people are famous for saying “Government don’t do nothing for me” What are you doing to better yourself? We can’t depend on people to give us hand me downs. Look at the Haitians…they’re growing the land and living of what they grow…Dominicans are too lazy…there are things to do in Dominica. I’ve seen my friends get their hustle on without breaking the law or depending on Government
Tell you what they can sure count on winning that constituency when election comes around again. All they got to do is spend a little money and the people there will be screaming, we voting Labour just like that..
I suspect that your comment is probably a sarcastic one. Obviously, the government which helped them is the one who will be voted for and/or re-elected. Do you blame them?
I do think that politicians try their utmost. They are not alone. They must first receive approval prior to implementing new projects which cost money. Do not also blame those politicians. Think well and weigh out the situation carefully.
Nothing about the road’s. How are these people supposed to get to their homes . Are you serious about housing begin the most acute need?. HAS ANYBODY IN THIS GOVERNMENT SEEN THE STATE OF OUR MAIN ROAD. COME ON BRO..
Address this issue to the politician who represents you. In the meantime, they are satisfied in having a decent house. The road will be constructed later.
First things first; whichever comes first as is priority. Would you prefer the road first prior to the houses? They cannot sleep on the road. They need a roof over their heads.
I wonder why the members of this corrupt party lies so blatantly, and in your face… Is he talking about a Petite Savanne constituency in China? or Venezuela? or Lybia? or Iran? Man you should throw in the white towel and go.The constituency is plenty worse off today than it was when you came in, and you don’t care an da-.
Well Dr. Darroux what about Bellevue Chopin. Our road needs attention. Half of it could be patched with Tarish and cement in one day for the Council Innauguration, so the pm could walk on streets of Gold. The rest can be done in less than a week. Stop taking the people for a ride. Fix our road plssssss…..
Did Mr. Darroux say $60,000 or $600,000? I’m just wondering because I don’t see how on earth with the cost of building materials these days, how $60,000 can address housing issues unless it’s all plywood houses.I am very dissappointed in my old Grammar School mate and friend. Is that what you receive for being vocal about your constituency’s needs? And for those who say that Rome was not built in a day, just tell me; How long will it take to spend $60,000?
I am very disappointed in you Doc.
election words.
So what about the footpath/road under the cliff?
afterall, just last week i went a funeral there and i was looking that the road and wondering if that place had a parl rep…..
weh weh weh….
so the doctor that responsible for the poor condition of the roads………..
NO the PM is the one responsible for that condition. Cause he’s the one who don’t want to provide the funds. The Parl Rep can’t use his money to do it
the other parl reps need to take a page in Dr. Darrroux’s book and play a more active role in their constituencies
well said
I second that!
@ santa Active role my foot. Kenneth Darroux is the worst among the 17 pieces of plastics that form this government.He drives with his glass well wound up, and has done absolutely nothing in the constituency.If any of the parl reps has to take anything from him,in terms of representation well we are not heading towards the precipice again but we will be there. The worst the constituenccy has ever seen or gotten.
@T So true. He is ashame, that’s why.
DNO, why would you post such garbage? There should be a level of descency in making a comment. Please set a standard and maintain it.
I could not have said it better! Furthermore, it seems that Dubique is the only village that makes up the Petite Savanne constituency. Wish there could be a bi-election right now to get him out!
Mr. PM I hope u taking note. You better come good with that constituency if you want our vote next election. The cheap rum and a few dollars in people’s pocket will not work anymore. We want proper representation. Send Dr. Darroux to provide medical care to his people. That’s what he invested his years in Cuba to do.
So just be patient and things will work out. Rome was not built in a day.
how much more patience you want??? 20 years??? its been over 11 years DLP in office….. so keep your donkey from braying there…. go give it some grass to chew on.
they tame your tongue hahahhaa
a man speaking for the people he represents, and hear your fecal statement! I hope those that speaking for YOU have a tame tounge too…
jack saa
go wash your mouth.
Good job Dr.D, keep it up..
they put a piece of sweet cake in your mouth weee…look some hypocrites