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"a day which marks the beginning of what we know will be a fruitful
and dynamic program to enhance our resorts."
Mr. Omar Robinson, president of the Jamaica Hotel and
Tourist Association (JHTA), in endorsing the DACs highlighted
their importance, stating that it will ensure that "the visitors' expecta-
tions are met and will guarantee a sustainable sector."
At the launch, Minister Bartlett also named the DAC chairpersons
for each region. These individuals will ensure that
quality
standards
are met and maintained. They are Elaine Bradley for Negril;
Dennis Morgan for Montego Bay; Giovanni Philibert
for Falmouth; Karen Rhone for St. Ann and St. Mary;
Errol Hanna for Portland and St. Thomas and Nari Williams-
Singh, who will chair the Kingston and the South Coast council. The
chair for each region will work with Destination Assurance Managers,
who will report directly to TPDCo, the agency that will provide admin-
istrative support and coordinate
on
the ground efforts.
The DACs will also consist of key individuals such as the mayor
and representatives from the Jamaica Fire Brigade, the Jamaica
Defense Force (JDF); Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), the
Municipal Corporations for each parish and the Office of
Disaster Preparedness and Emergency
Management, among others.
Copyright:
Pavel
Chernobrivets
