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Improving Jamaica's Road Network

The Shared Prosperity through Accelerated Improvement to our Road Network (SPARK) Programme is a monumental undertaking with a budget of J$40 billion, designed to address and rehabilitate Jamaica’s deteriorating road network.

The primary purpose of the SPARK Programme is to revitalize and strengthen the nation’s road infrastructure. With a focus on shared prosperity, the program aims to accelerate improvements in secondary, parochial, and community roads across Jamaica over a two-year period. By targeting both main and local roads, SPARK aspires to create a network that facilitates economic growth, community development, and enhanced overall accessibility.

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SPARK, An Essential Initiative

The SPARK Road Rehabilitation Programme is a critical initiative designed to enhance the quality and safety of Jamaica's road infrastructure. By addressing the widespread issues of road deterioration, inadequate drainage, and outdated safety features, the programme aims to improve travel conditions for both pedestrians and drivers. Upgrading and maintaining roads not only ensures smoother and safer journeys but also contributes to economic growth by facilitating better transportation of goods and services.

Furthermore, the SPARK Programme emphasizes a collaborative approach to ensure its success. Community engagement is a cornerstone of the programme, with elected officials and community members actively participating in the identification and selection of projects. The Constituency Development Fund (CDF) plays a central role in facilitating this consultative process. Members of Parliament, supported by relevant government agencies, including the Ministry of Local Government and the National Works Agency, organize community consultations to gather recommendations on road repairs. This inclusive strategy not only fosters a sense of ownership among local communities but also ensures that the improvements are tailored to meet the specific needs of different regions across Jamaica.

The SPARK Programme Components

The Forty Billion Jamaican Dollars (J$45,000,000,000.00) SPARK Programme is organized into two (2) categories of works as follows:

Part A (NWA Roads Component)

Part A (NWA Roads Component)
Twenty Billion Jamaican Dollars (J$20,000,000,000.00) is earmarked for main roads to address substantial repairs and potential infrastructure replacements.

Part B (Local Roads Component)

The remaining Twenty Billion Jamaican Dollars (J$20,000,000,000.00) is for the repair/rehabilitation of parochial and community roads. Of this Twenty Billion Jamaican Dollars (J$20,000,000,000.00) allocation, Ten Billion Jamaican Dollars (J$10,000,000,000.00) will be equally divided among the sixty-three (63) constituencies, ensuring a fair distribution of approximately One Hundred and Fifty Million Jamaican Dollars (J$150,000,000.00) for each constituency. The remaining Ten Billion Jamaican Dollars (J$10,000,000,000.00) will be allocated based on the length of roads in each constituency relative to the total, providing a nuanced and needs-based distribution.

Part C (Water Works Component)

With a dedicated budget of Five Billion Jamaican Dollars (J$5,000,000,000.00), the Water Works component of the Jamaica Spark Programme will be done in collaboration with the National Water Commision (NWA). It focuses on laying essential water pipes and improving drainage systems alongside road rehabilitation projects. This initiative aims to ensure that while roads are being fixed, the water infrastructure is also enhanced to support sustainable development.

To ensure the success of the SPARK Programme, a collaborative approach has been adopted. Community engagement is emphasized, with elected officials and community members actively participating in the identification and selection of projects. The Constituency Development Fund (CDF) plays a central role in facilitating the consultative process. MPs, supported by relevant government agencies, including the Ministry of Local Government and the National Works Agency, organize community consultations to collect recommendations on road repairs.

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