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‘It pains my heart to see the state of our roads’- Chad C. George

- also said, if elected, fixing of the water issues plaguing the district will be a top priority
Independent candidate in the First District Chad C. George launched his elections campaign at Cappoon's Bay Field, Tortola on Saturday, March 11, 2023. Photo: Team of Reporters
Some of the persons at the launch of Chad C. George's First District Campaign Launch on March 11, 2023. Photo: Team of Reporters
Some of the persons at the launch of Chad C. George's First District Campaign Launch on March 11, 2023. Photo: Team of Reporters
Some of the persons at the launch of Chad C. George's First District Campaign Launch on March 11, 2023. Photo: Team of Reporters
Some of the persons at the launch of Chad C. George's First District Campaign Launch on March 11, 2023. Photo: Team of Reporters
Popular basketballer Ray D. Victor prays at the start of the campaign launch for Chad C. George. Photo: Team of Reporters
Popular basketballer Ray D. Victor prays at the start of the campaign launch for Chad C. George. Photo: Team of Reporters
Independent First District candidate Chad C. George has pledged to make all efforts to resolve of the issue of smoke from opening burning at Pockwood Pond affecting the residents of the First District. Photo: CM Farrington/Facebook
Independent First District candidate Chad C. George has pledged to make all efforts to resolve of the issue of smoke from opening burning at Pockwood Pond affecting the residents of the First District. Photo: CM Farrington/Facebook
CAPPOON’S BAY, Tortola, VI- Independent candidate in the First District Chad C. George has lamented the state of the roads in the district as well as territory-wide and the constant water shortage, which he says will be among the issues he will be championing if elected.

Mr George was at the time addressing the electorate of the First District at his campaign launch at Cappoon’s Bay Field on Saturday, March 11, 2023.

Among the long list of issues Mr George highlighted need addressing in the district, he spent more words on the state of the roads and the water issues plaguing the district.

“The roads in the district – actually the territory on a whole are becoming a daily hazard and need to be addressed. We all have had to swerve our vehicles to dodge potholes and after a few months of driving on these roads we have had to repair something or the other, and for some that may turn out to be costly repairs."

Mr George added, “It pains my heart to see the state of our roads and for too long we have been forced to drive on them.  Once elected, with the help of the people I will work to bring solutions to these issues.”

'I will go out & seek solution to water problem'- Chad C. George

Touching on the issues of water shortage affecting the district for many years, Mr George said it is something he will make every effort to help resolve.

“We have three huge reservoirs in the District, two in Carrot Bay and one at Zion Hill. So the question many are asking is “why does water continue to be off for lengthy periods of time?” Well, we have been given an answer to this question and with this knowledge as a District Representative, it means I would have to engage the relevant departments and persons to find the quickest and most efficient way to come up with a solution to this problem as well as the funds to make the solution a reality. I will not sit back and wait for the solution to drop into my lap, I will go out and seek a solution to the problem and keep you the constituents of the District, informed every step of the way.”

Among the many other things Mr George said need urgent tackling in the district and which he will be pushing for are: Pushing to resolve the issue of smoke from the Incinerator that affects residents in the district, the restoration of Abraham Leonard Community Centre, establishing a First District Fishermen and Farmers’ Market, developing the Carrot Bay festival village site into a cultural village, re-opening of the Post office, Smugglers Cove development and continuation of the cleanup initiative/ beautification of the district.

Mr George said his message was not filled with empty promises but his commitment to the people of the First District and how he intends to lead with honesty, innovation and vision.

21 Responses to “‘It pains my heart to see the state of our roads’- Chad C. George”

  • Ho (12/03/2023, 11:32) Like (4) Dislike (9) Reply
    GOD will fix the road
  • West side (12/03/2023, 11:35) Like (20) Dislike (1) Reply
    Pure talk and steward got to learn to read
    • Same old drivel (12/03/2023, 21:35) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply

      I agree. Who was there for lappy @$$ years did not fix it and he was Premier, now this one is coming with the same old schupid same talk. Is his name really Chad or Mr. Fix It, but wait Mr. Fix it already died, so it pure lies he telling. I tired of them all. I will avoid the polling station like the plague.

  • First district (12/03/2023, 11:38) Like (29) Dislike (11) Reply
    I love that the young people are coming forward. It is time for a change of quard include the young people so that they can carry forward. The first District rep was in for 20 years no succession planning to mentor a successor.

    Mr. George is correct you need not be a politician. Just have a heart for the people. I feel he can make it, he will learn as he grow into leadership. The lessons from recent regional elections have shown that the electorate are now leaning towards the young to lead. They are fed up with the same old politics as usaul.

    The wings of change is blowing.
  • HMMM (12/03/2023, 12:20) Like (15) Dislike (15) Reply
    This guy cannot be trusted.
  • rattie (12/03/2023, 12:23) Like (29) Dislike (8) Reply
    When he was behind Andrew looking handout he was not talking like that ! Hypocrisy
    • smh (12/03/2023, 13:15) Like (18) Dislike (1) Reply
      As far as I see Andrew whole party boat was out for a hand out. Anywhew it’s a beautiful Sunday afternoon I am going to sip some lemonade.
  • Just observing (12/03/2023, 13:08) Like (11) Dislike (23) Reply
    District 1 has been a VIP stronghold for more than 50 continuous years. I don't see that changing anytime soon. Dr. Dawson will win district 1 come election day.
  • Youth (12/03/2023, 13:23) Like (3) Dislike (12) Reply
    I am concerned about any independent candidate especially this one as Marlon is telling people that he is running as an independent but he is really an NDP. This is concerning. This brings issues of trust from the start.
    • @Youth (13/03/2023, 12:00) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
      If he wins, when election done it’s done. All 13 members must work together, so matters not here or there. Vote the person you know will work
  • At last (12/03/2023, 16:23) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
    At least he tought about the issues in the district.
  • Chad gone clear (12/03/2023, 16:49) Like (4) Dislike (5) Reply
    2/3 carrot bay votes, 1/2 cappons bay votes, 1/3 west end votes and 1/3 zion hill votes
  • Dancing with the Stars (12/03/2023, 19:13) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    How will the roads be fixed when we have big trucks owned by some of the same people are destroying if. We need the government to reduce tax on gas that the same vehicles use to destroy our roads. Where will revenue comes from. We want a reduction of cost for power supply. Other countries have toll fee that is used to repair their roads and other infrastructure. Unless the people are willing to make sacrifice for a short period so that we can spend to improve the economy, it will be the same tune.
    Taking the British loan guarantee and fix our infrastructure with the stringent conditions is a recipe for riot and a British government taking over the country.
  • BS (13/03/2023, 05:44) Like (4) Dislike (2) Reply
    Wait isn't this one of the same henchmen for AF when he was around? How come the issues of that district were not a problem then and suddenly they are now? Hypocrisy!!
    • Hmm (13/03/2023, 20:51) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      @BS he was busy eating well while persons in the first was begging like dog and ain getting help. He and he uncle getting contract for them mold business and don’t know what they doing, just cashing cheques.
      • @BS (14/03/2023, 16:55) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
        He was busy eating well because he has a good job and don't sit on his hands and wait foe hand outs. Check he resume. I know for a fact that that same mold company has done work for government for free, show me another company that had done that
  • talk is cheap (13/03/2023, 08:37) Like (2) Dislike (3) Reply
    It pains my front end. It pains my wallet everytime I need to buy tires or pay the electric bill, The govt don’t care. Not now, not ever. It’s one thing to say you’ll “champion” these causes Mr. George, but what exactly is your plan for these issues, if you have one?
    • @talk is cheap (14/03/2023, 16:59) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
      Vote "The Man You Know" and you will see the plans up close and personal. Chad for District 1
  • flUffy (13/03/2023, 17:28) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    All of this coming from the former henchman for Andrew...Nothing that Stuart apart of i support..When you was apart of the First District committee and ome of the klansman ...you was "uptop" But you come now with all the recycled plans from the past representative..TRY GO AND SORT OUT YOUR HOME AFFAIRS.....BEFORE YOU TRY SORT OUT THE COUNTRY..WE ALL READY BEARING ENOUGH BURDENS..( STRUPPPES..TRY LEAVE STUART AT THE FOOT OF THE CHRIST..THIS AINT A FESTIVAL COMMITEE AFFAIR.HE DONE RAPE THE TREASURY ENOUGH
    • @Fluffy (14/03/2023, 16:57) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      You need to handle your home affairs from all up in his, you busy minding him and his household and all is well with him while your household is not the best lol
  • WEST WOMAN (14/03/2023, 09:40) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Chad please be careful who you pretend to be cause you might forget who you are.


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