12:00 NOON

Ladies and Gentlemen:
Good Afternoon.  

From Cape Santa Maria to Gordons, Long Island is a wonder to behold.  

Since 1740, when the Simms relocated to this island gem island, situated in the Central Bahamas, Long Islanders have earned the reputation of being self-reliant, resilient, industrious, hardworking and fiercely independent.   

Your farmers have experienced devastation or great damage in the aftermath of many hurricanes and storms.

Yet, they keep coming back.

Many people throughout The Bahamas tell me that they will only buy Long Island mutton, no matter whether they are making steam mutton, curry or some other mutton dish.

Your fishers are among the best, fishing the rich and abundant water that wash your shores.  
Your sailors and boaters have won many national championships. 

This communities of Long Island with over 3,000 residents according to the 2010 census, is blessed with a colourful history, a rich and spirited culture and a vibrant local economy.     

My mission and the mission of my government is to build and strengthen family island communities, investing in vital services and infrastructure.

We are fostering dynamic environments for you: to take greater advantage of economic and commercial opportunities; to improve the quality of lives in these communities and to incentivize family islanders remaining in their island homes home, while enticing others back to our Family Islands ...TO CONTINUE SEE ATTACHED