In a significant move to bolster Negril’s entertainment industry, Mayor of Savanna-la-Mar, Councillor Danree Delancy, has pledged the full support of the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation. Speaking at the recent ‘Entertainment Venues of Negril’ press conference held at Wavz Beach Club, Delancy described the initiative as a bold and positive step forward. He emphasized the corporation’s commitment to expediting approvals for entertainment events in collaboration with local law enforcement. ‘This step only brings forth good things. We will ensure that all processes are handled swiftly,’ Delancy stated. He also highlighted the importance of stakeholder collaboration in restoring Negril’s vibrancy, a sentiment echoed by other key figures. Rudolph Seaton, Assistant Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), reaffirmed the organization’s dedication to community safety and emergency preparedness. Seaton noted ongoing repairs to the Negril ambulance, a joint effort with the Negril Chamber of Commerce and the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF), to ensure reliable emergency coverage. Elaine Allen Bradley, President of the Chamber, stressed the need for unity and accountability in driving the town’s development. ‘Together, we have the energy and strength to make this work. Partnering with everyone is essential,’ she said. The press conference, themed ‘Reimagining Negril: Rootz, Culture, Irie Vibez,’ united representatives from Negril’s tourism, entertainment, business, and public sectors, signaling a collective effort to rejuvenate the town’s cultural and economic landscape.
Westmoreland Municipal Corporation pledges full support for Negril’s cultural revival
