Daryll Matthew says work to begin immediately on priority projects in St. John’s Rural South

Fresh off securing another term as the representative for St. John’s Rural South, lawmaker Daryll Matthew has wasted no time in mapping out his legislative agenda, confirming that planning and on-the-ground execution for high-priority local infrastructure projects will get underway without any delays. In a detailed post-election interview with media outlets, the Member of Parliament-elect laid out his priorities for the opening months of his new term, noting that ongoing community improvement works will continue uninterrupted while new signature initiatives move from the planning stage to implementation. Matthew emphasized that road upgrade projects that were already launched in the constituency will maintain their current momentum, after which the local leadership will shift its full attention to a slate of larger community-focused developments. Among the most anticipated projects on his immediate to-do list are two landmark developments: a purpose-built community centre in the Radio Range neighborhood and the formal establishment of Tyndale Park, a new public green space for local residents. “I have two big signature projects that I’m going to commence the planning and working on them immediately,” Matthew stated in the interview, making clear that the transition from campaigning and policy outlining to tangible action is already underway. For the incoming term, Matthew said the priority has shifted from drafting campaign pledges and conceptual projects to delivering concrete results for constituents, with administrative and pre-construction steps set to launch in the coming days to keep the developments on track. Beyond the two headline projects, Matthew confirmed that routine constituency services and engagement with local residents will remain a core part of his work moving forward. He added that sustained outreach to community members and ongoing small-scale infrastructure upgrades will form a key part of his broader agenda as he kicks off his new term in office.