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Introduction 3 5 Why the Over-the-Hill Community 7 Objectives of the Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative Smart Technology Social Empowerment Economic Empowerment 9 9 10 Rejuvenation 11 11 Green and Sustainable Technology 12 14 Overview of the Tax Concessions In The Bahamas 16 Proposed Tax Concessions for the Over-the-Hill Zone Youth and the Elderly Explained 23 Annex 1: Action Items - Social Empowerment Pillar 25 Annex 2: Action Items - Economic Empowerment Pillar $ 27 Annex 3: Action Items - Rejuvenation Pillar 29 Annex 4: Action Items - Smart Technology 30 Annex 5: Action Items - Green Technology Pillar 32 Annex 6: Action Items - Youth and the Elderly Empowerment Pillar Data Annex 34 Data Annex 41 Map Annex Table of Contents 1 Page 3 I INTRODUCTION A Vision For The Over-the-Hill Community n 2014 The Hon.
Dr. Hubert A. Minnis, M.P., outlined a vision for the Over-the-Hill and inner-city communities.

This vision included the transformation and rejuvenation of these areas to restore dignity to the lives of these residents.

“We can transform our inner-city communities in ways only dreamt about…I will lead a government that will provide incentives to residents and businesses who participate in meaningful ways in our community revitalization programme.

This will involve inner-city tax free zones.


Our people must live in dignity.

Habitats that breed criminality must be fundamentally changed.

If we are to change their lives, we must first start by changing their environment.” -- The Hon.

Dr. Hubert A. Minnis, M.P.

21 November, 2014 Upon becoming Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas in May, 2017, Dr. Minnis made the Over-the-Hill Community a key priority of his government.

This White Paper sets out the core strategies to achieve this goal.
It outlines the key interventions, including the tax incentives designed to improve the Over-the-Hill Community and the lives of its residents and the profitability of its business owners.

Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Photo Credit: Rosemary Hanna 2 Why The Over-the-Hill Community T is Community he Over-the-Hill an historic community of New Providence.
Located just south of Nassau’s city centre, over the main ridge system of New Providence -- the Over-the- Hill Communities of Bain Town and Grants Town and parts of Centreville became the epicenter of cultural and social development in New Providence for persons of African descent.

The Over-the-Hill Community has produced prominent Bahamian labour leaders, teachers, physicians and politicians.
Residents endured the booms and busts of the Bahamian economy with tremendous resilience, while maintaining pride in the distinctive and rich cultural heritage of their community, their homes and their businesses.

the As socio-political and economic dynamics of The Bahamas changed, so too did the characteristics of Over-the-Hill.

Many families who were progressing up the economic ladder moved out to the new more affluent suburbs.
Many others that stayed fell on challenging economic times and new families moved into the area.

In more recent years, the community has been known for high incidences of crime, gang related violence, dilapidated housing and poverty.

Today the area known as Over-the-Hill is one of the poorest regions in the country.

Unemployment in the area remains high and the typical household size is larger than the national average.
Distribution by Household Size (%) Size of Bain Town Centreville Grant Town 2010 Census Household All Bahamas and over Page Source: Ministry of National Security, 2016.

Needs and Assets Assess- ments of New Provi- dence Communities, Citizen Security and Justice Programme BH- L1033.
The Bahamas: Ministry of National Security Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Why The Over-the-Hill Community Photo Credit: oldbahamas.com and “unbankable” properties such that mortgages cannot be secured to improve the properties.

The end result has been significant urban decay.

Yet, so much beauty remains because of the strong sense of community and dignity, the beauty of the traditional architecture and the lush vegetation and the resilience of the people.
This project seeks to make a positive change in the lives of the residents of the Over-the- Hill Communities.

E ducational attainment is constrained.

Youth find themselves at risk for being either a perpetrator of crime or a victim of crime because of gang or drug involvement.

There are many community assets such as parks, libraries, and community centres.

However, these assets are generally underutilized with underdeveloped meaningful programming.
The area is one of the least connected in terms of fixed line telephone services or internet service.

A high percentage of households exist without running water or indoor plumbing.

This includes both rented accommodations.


and Property title is obscure due to generations of non-registration leading to unclear claims resident-owned Page 6 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 3 Objectives Of The Over- the-Hill Initiative The objectives of this project are to: Ensure A Safer Over-the-Hill Area Ensure A Cleaner Over-the-Hill Area Through COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, To Encourage The Inclusive Economic And Social Empowerment Of Residents.
$ A B C To achieve these goals, the programme is structured around 6 key pillars.
Page 7 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Objectives Of The Over- the-Hill Initiative Social Empowerment $ Economic Empowerment Rejuvenation Smart Technology Green Technology Youth and Elderly Empowerment Page 8 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Objectives Of The Over- the-Hill Initiative SOCIAL EMPOWERMENT Social empowerment is about improving the quality of life of Over-the-Hill residents through the introduction and enhancement of targeted developmental and social support policies, practices and systems.
Social empowerment is about the process of how individuals and communities become more self-reliant and confident in how they manage themselves and their relationships to other individuals in the community around them.

Social empowerment also focuses on the determinants of poverty so that there can be movement out of poverty.
Programmes that foster social empowerment will focus on: n n n n n n Poverty reduction Skills upgrading and job training Supporting employment opportunities Supporting community building Health and wellness; and Crime reduction For details of the proposed actions under this pillar, please refer to Annex 1.
ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT Economic empowerment is about creating incentives to encourage the ownership and redevelopment of land and homes and business growth in the Over-the-Hill area resulting in improved living conditions and job creation.

incentives The Over-the-Hill Community has not received the kind of attention needed to create an environment where businesses and residents can thrive.
The use of tax to encourage business development is a commonly used strategy, and economic empowerment zones have been created in many countries as a means of stimulating economic activity – particularly in economically challenged areas.

The enactment of legislation to establish such a zone in the Over-the-Hill Community will encourage the revitalization of these areas by providing Bahamian entrepreneurs and investors with certain tax exemptions and fiscal incentives.
This will result in lower costs of doing business in the Over-the- Hill area and encourage the expansion of businesses and the hiring of residents in these communities.

The initiative creates incentives to facilitate the redevelopment of land and business growth in the Over-the-Hill area resulting in improved living conditions in the area and Page 9 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Objectives Of The Over- the-Hill Initiative boosting entrepreneurship and job creation.
local economy the through For details of the proposed actions under this pillar, please refer to Annex 2.
Economic Empowerment Initiatives will include: n Designating the Over-the-Hill area as an Empowerment Zone benefitting from various incentives (tax and otherwise) to expand businesses; n S u p p o r t i n g f i n a n c i a l l i t e r a c y programmes for residents; n Supporting the creation of business facilitation services to boost local businesses; n Supporting programmes to increase business ownership; REJUVENATION Rejuvenation is about improving the physical surroundings, solid waste management and infrastructure of the Over-the-Hill Community.
The Over-the-Hill area is in need of urgent attention to address the widespread urban decay.

The Initiative seeks to improve the physical surroundings, cleanliness of the environment, solid waste management, electricity water & infrastructure Over-the-Hill Community through significant and targeted investments.
The initiatives will include: sanitation of and the Supporting Community clean-up and n maintenance efforts; Strengthening the policy on garbage n collection; n Supporting policies which clarify n Housing upgrades; and land title and make it easier to buy land and property; and n Encouraging principles of corporate social responsibility within the private sector and public private partnerships in the development of the area.
Significant and targeted investments n in critical infrastructure, including water and electricity projects.

the proposed actions For details of under this pillar, please refer to Annex 3.
Page 10 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Objectives Of The Over- the-Hill Initiative SMART TECHNOLOGY Becoming smart is about strengthening the use of smart technology and facilitate increased access to Wi-Fi at public institutions, tourist sites and recreational facilities in the community.

In fundamental enabler is a Technology of economic development.
recent decades information and communication (ICTs) have been widely technologies adopted in all spheres of life and to facilitate the more efficient use of resources and effective delivery of services.

International The Government is developing a BSmart Master Plan with technical assistance from the Telecommunications Union (ITU) in order to adopt a unified and integrated approach to development of all elements related to ICTs that support the efficient execution of the country’s Vision 2040 agenda.
Projects within the Over- the-Hill Community will be prioritized for inclusion under the BSmart Master Plan.

The Over-the-Hill Community Development Initiative creates a unique Partnership opportunity to demonstrate the benefits of adopting smart/ ICT approaches in achieving the broader social and economic goals of that community.
Page 11 The Over-the-Hill initiative will: Strengthen the use of smart n technology by public institutions in the community; n Develop Apps and Websites to assist in the dissemination of critical information to residents; and access Facilitate increased n to broadband at public schools, community clinics, parks centres, libraries, health and other recreational facilities in the community.
For details of the proposed actions under this pillar, please refer to Annex 4. involves promoting GREEN AND SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY This and pillar incentivizing the use of green technologies and the development and preservation of green spaces throughout the OTH creating economic community, while opportunities and promoting healthy living among residents.

The Bahamas has a fragile ecosystem.

All communities should do their part to ensure sustainable development.

One challenge is energy.


Indeed, the cost of energy in The Bahamas is high – placing a tremendous Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Objectives Of The Over- the-Hill Initiative burden on the average household and serving as an impediment to business growth.
The aim of this pillar is to assist households and businesses to adopt energy conservation and efficiency practices and wherever practical to adopt alternative energy solutions that would not only result in energy savings for them but would also enable them to contribute to the national objective of having a reduced carbon footprint.

The initiatives under this pillar include: The promotion and incentivization n of the use of green technologies such as solarization through the community.
The launch of a “Water For All: 2025” n Strategy which aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals and specifically invests in infrastructure to deliver piped water to residents and to eliminate the use of pit latrines which pollute our ground w a t e r supply.

At the far ends of any community are young people and the elderly.

Both groups have tremendous gifts to offer, while also requiring special action.

Both groups can also learn from each other.


Under this pillar, targeted activities will be directed at youth and the elderly increase their productivity and to to engage in meaningful activities to improve the quality of life for Over- the-Hill residents at either end of the spectrum.
These programmes will include: them Identification of at-risk youth in the n Over-the-Hill Community; The n require special care; and identification of elders who n Support for programmes targeting youth or the elderly to improve the quality of their lives, their productivity and their safety in the community.

For details of the proposed actions u n d e r this pillar, please refer to Annex 5.

For details of the proposed actions under this pillar, please refer to Annex 6.
YOUTH AND THE ELDERLY This programme i nvests in social interventions to improve lives, productivity and safety of youth and the elderly within the community.
Page 12 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Objectives Of The Over- the-Hill Initiative Photo Credit: Office of the Prime Minister Page 13 Photo Credit: Rosemary Hanna Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Overview Of Existing Tax Concessions In The Bahamas 4 T he Bahamas has a number of tax programmes which and exemptions on businesses to stimulate economic activity.
These programmes include the following: confer individuals Hotels Encouragement Act 1954 to Only applies construction, n equipping, furnishing and completion of premises for use as a new hotel, restaurant, shop, entertainment facility or night club.
Industries Encouragement Act 1970 Section 3 makes provisions n to encourage the manufacture of approved products; Every n approved manufacturer manufacturing an approved product shall be entitled to import machinery and raw materials The Bahamas without payment of customs duty (section 9); into imported Raw material n into The Bahamas which benefit from any exemption from customs duty under section 9 shall not be used for purposes other than the manufacture of an approved product by an approved manufacturer or sold (section 12); Every approved manufacturer shall n be entitled to the following relief from taxes (section 1); n any export tax in respect of any relevant approved product manufactured by the approved manufacturer; n any income tax in respect of any profits or gains earned by the approved manufacturer from the manufacture of the relevant approved product; and any real property tax in respect of n the relevant factory premises.
Real Property Tax Act 1969 Real Property Tax exemptions for the n following (section 42): n n Property valued under $250,000; unimproved property; public places used exclusively for the n purpose of religious worship; p r o p e r t y c o m p r i s i n g s c h o o l n buildings, and gardens and playing-fields; and Crown land, other than Crown land n held under a lease.

Real Property Tax (Amendment) (No.


2) Act 2012 n Total or partial exemption, or the deferment due to impoverished condition or hardship (section 33).
Page 14 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Overview Of Existing Tax Concessions In The Bahamas City of Nassau Revitalization Regulations 2008 Antiquities, Monuments and Museums Act 1998 n Specific customs exemptions on items imported for repair or expansion of homes and businesses, but restricted largely to East Bay Street and Shirley Street.
n Any property/building over fifty (50) years of age may apply and be added to the National Register of Historic Resources and may apply for: Exemption on the payment of Real Property Tax; and n Exemption on the payment of duty for materials used to repair and restore the resource.

Tariff Act 2013 Broad customs exemptions (eg.


local n made craft, agricultural items, used personal items, potable water, art, any items covered under incentive legislation, motor vessels used for inter-island travel) (section 5).

Stamp Tax 1925 First time home owners are exempt n from stamp tax (section 3).

total value of home/transaction n should not exceed $500,000.

n Instruments relating to a transfer of property that does not result in a change of beneficial ownership.
Stamp Tax (Amendment) Act 2012 Exemption to purchase a dwelling n house to replace the first house.

Page 15 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Proposed Tax Concessions For The Over-the-Hill Zone Explained 5 T he Government of The Bahamas now plans to introduce a new concept to govern exemptions.

This concept is the Empowerment Zone – specified regions of the country will be declared and designated from time to time because the region has fallen into economic hardship.
is envisioned that the Over-the-Hill It Community will be designated as an Empowerment Zone and as such will benefit from significant tax concessions to stimulate economic activity, property development, job growth and entrepreneurial activity.

The main features of the Zone are outlined below.


Sunset Clause on the Concessions of the Zone and Renewal It is proposed that the designation of the Over- the-Hill Community as an Empowerment Zone last for no more than five (5) years, thereby providing sufficient certainty for an extended period with respect to the duration of the benefits of the zone, but also not establishing the permanent right to incentives.
It is also recommended that the Minister responsible will have the authority to renew the designation of the zone as an Empowerment Zone, for up to an additional three (3) renewals of up to five (5) years per renewal.

Indeed, it is expected that after such a period the zones should reasonably, no longer be considered in economic hardship.
Exemptions Concessions and Incentives from Empowerment Zone The designation of a zone as an Empowerment Zone is limited only to locations where there is demonstrated considerable economic levels of poverty, hardship and high unemployment or crime.
It is also proposed that the incentives, concessions and exemptions provided by Empowerment Zones be limited to: residential n occupied and rentals); properties (owner commercial n industrial undertakings with an aggregate turnover threshold of $5 million dollars or less; and and n Enterprises whose primary income is not primarily derived from the business of gaming or the sale of alcohol.
Redevelopment of Land and Buildings within the Zone A major tenet of this initiative is to reduce the cost of property development in the zone so as to encourage new investment in property and the rejuvenation of existing properties.
It is proposed that owners of Page 16 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Proposed Tax Concessions For The Over-the-Hill Zone Explained property (both land and buildings) within the designated zone who are desirous of making a capital investment to their property or persons who wish to make an investment in property in the zone may make application to the Minister of Finance for approval for exemption from the following taxes: n Real Property Taxes on an annual basis on condition that the building and land remain well maintained and in use.
(i.e.

continuation of the exemption may be revoked if the property falls into disrepair or is abandoned).

n Customs Duties in respect of all materials necessary for the construction, equipping and completion of buildings and structures on land for a period of two (2) years from the date of the approval from the Minister.
This concession will apply on all materials imported directly from abroad, but also on all materials purchased from local suppliers; n Excise Taxes, as applicable; Stamp Duty n real property.

This provision remains in effect for the duration of the zone; and imposed on Such other concessions as the Minister n shall deem fit and proper having regard to the type of land and building redevelopment.

Page 17 The application of Value Added Tax is not affected by the creation of an Empowerment Zone.
This provision does not include Goods or Articles for Sale in the business.

The Office of the Prime Minister continues to consult with the Ministry of Finance to determine the best operational approaches to ensure the ease of implementation of the incentives around land and property development, as well as to devise mechanisms to promote the proper use of the incentives and to reduce the incidences of fraud and abuse particularly with respect to the Customs Duties Exemptions.
Preliminary discussions have determined that an electronic card system may be necessary to monitor the granting of Customs Exemptions and other related exemptions.

It is understood that there will be some administrative costs associated with this programme.

It is also the intention of the Government to ensure that local businesses are able to benefit from the increased economic activity as a result of the tax exemptions.
One issue that has been brought to the Government’s attention is the difficulty of local merchants with respect to backing out Customs Duty paid and a portion of the markup from existing inventory in cases where a purchaser qualifies under a tax exemption programme.
Discussisons with local merchants and the Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Proposed Tax Concessions For The Over-the-Hill Zone Explained Chamber of Commerce will continue to determine the most cost effective mechanism for Bahamian businesses determine the most cost effective mechanism for Bahamian businesses.
Exemption from Business Taxes It is intended that businesses with a gross turnover of up to $5 million and located within the Zone, excluding those businesses engaged in exempted activities, would be able to apply to the Minister of Finance for a Trade Certificate which provides for exemption from the payment of the business licence tax as stipulated below.
The Trade Certificate serves as evidence that the business is located and operates in and from within the prescribed Zone and would be issued for a period of one (1) year, with the possibility of renewal for the duration of the Zone’s existence.
The business would still be required to obtain a business licence so that the critical data on Bahamian businesses could continue to be maintained; however the business licence tax/fee would be waived as follows: 100% waiver of the assessed Business n Licence Tax in the case of businesses with an aggregate turnover of $5 million or less.
Business Vehicle Exemption It has been recognized that businesses may require a vehicle for the conduct of their business from time to time and that this can represent a significant business expense.

The aim of the proposed policy is therefore to reduce the cost of the purchase of a vehicle for bona fide use by a business within the Zone.
The proposed policy ensures that: no taxes on importation for business or commercial vehicles on condition that: of the the exterior vehicle n displays permanently and prominently business signage with lettering no less than six (6) inches in size; the vehicle n business or commercial purposes; is utilized solely for if there is a change in the purpose of n the vehicle, including the sale of the vehicle, all taxes related to the importation of the vehicle must be paid.
Concern over Exemption of Goods, Articles and Things Sold within the Zone by Businesses Holding a Trade Certificate from Customs Duties It had been suggested that all goods sold in the Zone by businesses possessing a valid Trade Certificate should be exempted from Customs Duties.
This provision would have applied both to goods purchased directly Page 18 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Proposed Tax Concessions For The Over-the-Hill Zone Explained from abroad, but also to goods purchased from local suppliers.

This provision resulted in concerns for the following reasons: It has been historically difficult to devise a mechanism for merchants to transparently back out all duties from existing stock to take advantage of duty exemptions.
If implemented, (a) this would have had to have been applied to a broad range of goods and suppliers; and (b) it would be extremely difficult to prevent and detect goods purchased by retailers in the zone from being resold to merchants out of the zone, thereby resulting in duty arbitrage and leading to substantial tax revenue leakages.
For the reasons mentioned in the sub- paragraphs above, the Government will not extend such a provision for inclusion in the package of incentives for the Over-the-Hill Zone.

It should also be noted, however, that as The Bahamas moves towards the accession to the World Trade Organization, in general, duty rates will be expected to fall on such goods.
Powers to Investigate and Right of Appeal It is intended that the Minister may conduct investigations and call for documents in respect to any application made under the is also initiative for tax or any other concessions.

It intended that an approved enterprise will have a right to judicial review of the Minister’s decisions at the Supreme Court.
Restriction on disposal of articles imported with Customs Duty Concessions It is intended that an enterprise within the Zone, holding a valid Trade Certificate, will not be allowed to: n Use an article imported into the Zone under the Customs Duty Exemptions for any purpose other than the approved activity; or Sell or transfer any such article n brought into the Zone under the Customs Duty Exemptions, without the expressed This written approval of the Minister.
prohibition includes the transfer or sale of the item to another business owned by the Trade Certificate Holder, but located outside of the Zone.

Corporate Social Responsibility It is intended that approval of an entity within the Zone for a Trade Certificate which secures the rights to various tax exemptions be conditional on that enterprise exhibiting good corporate social responsibility.
As such the following conditions are proposed: Page 19 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Proposed Tax Concessions For The Over-the-Hill Zone Explained the continued n or establishment of the approved enterprise is not prejudicial to the public interest; existence n the approved enterprise undertakes to comply with all Bahamian laws particularly those which govern ethical and responsible standards of behaviour, including and without being limited to those dealing with the building codes, environment, and corruption and observance of labour laws; the approved enterprise undertakes in the including barriers to n to employ persons who reside Economic Empowerment Zone those who face significant employment; n the approved enterprise agrees to contribute to certain specified activities within the Zone during each financial include: year.
activities may These n eradicating hunger and poverty; promotion of education, training and n technology; n reducing child mortality and improving maternal health; ensuring environmental sustain- n ability; promoting gender equality and n empowering women; n contribution to an Over-the-Hill Fund to be established by Order of the Minister.
The application for the Trade Certificate should include a statement by the enterprise outlining how it will meet the Corporate Social Responsibility conditions (including the proposed activities and expenditure levels).

Renewal applications of the Trade Certificate will consider whether the Corporate Social Responsibility conditions have been met.
Other Conditions on the Certificate of Trade Holder is It intended that the following other conditions apply to the holder of a Certificate of Trade in order to benefit from the tax incentives: n The certificate holder shall take all reasonable measures to ensure that no danger to the health or safety of persons or the environment is constituted or threatened by the condition of the premises whereon his undertaking is carried on, the process of manufacture (if any) involved therein and his system of work.
employment enhancing vocational n skills; social business projects; n The certificate holder shall observe all conditions and requirements as are imposed Page 20 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Proposed Tax Concessions For The Over-the-Hill Zone Explained upon him by or under the legislation and endeavour to ensure a like compliance therewith by his employees and agents.
Record Keeping Requirements It is intended that every approved enterprise and individual which imports into the Zone any article which has benefitted from a Customs Duty Incentive shall: Keep good records as required by n the Minister of Finance or the Comptroller of Customs of the articles so imported; n marked the Cause such articles be in a manner prescribed by and Customs; to of Comptroller Penalties, Sanctions and Confiscation is envisioned that the penalties for It contraventions to the terms of the Trade Certificate or for any false statements under the provisions of the Zone shall result in penalties to prevent fraud and abuse of the Zone as follows: For minor breaches : A n Agreement or Trade Certificate; temporary suspension of an The rescinding of the Trade Certificate n Approval; and The imposition of conditions on the n Trade Certificate.
n Permit the Comptroller of Customs at all reasonable times to inspect the record.
For serious breaches Disposal of Goods Abandoned in the Zone It had been recommended that where any goods or property, which has benefitted from an exemption under the concessions offered through the Zone, is viewed by the Minister as having been abandoned for a period of six (6) months, then the Minister may dispose of the goods or property, settling any fees and remitting the balance to the owner of the goods, if claimed within three (3) months of the date of the disposal.
Page 21 n In the case of a company – a fine of up to twice the value of the concessions offered; n In the case of an individual – a fine of up to twice the value of the concessions offered, or a term not exceeding six (6) months of imprisonment imprisonment.
or to both fine and addition In penalties, to above the courts may also impose: the An order for the confiscation of n goods; and Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Proposed Tax Concessions For The Over-the-Hill Zone Explained In the circumstances, it is recommended that the proposed agency with respect to the Management of the Over-the-Hill Zone, be determined consistently with the ongoing work on Local Government for New Providence.
Separate legislation establishing an Economic Development Agency, which can include the functions envisioned for the management of Economic Empowerment Zones will be proposed for public consultation by 2019.

An order of payment of the value of n any property obtained.

Regulations It is envisioned that the Minister will have the powers to make regulations to give effect to the legislation and in particular for the management, supervision, control and operation of the Economic Empowerment Zone.
Establishment of an Agency to Manage the Affairs of the Zone It had been envisioned that an Agency will be established to manage the affairs of the Zone.

This agency will be established through separate legislation keeping in mind the work currently being completed by the Office of the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Transport and Local Government with respect to the establishment of Local Government in New Providence.
It is envisioned that in addition to an elected system of Local Government Representatives, New Providence will also have an Economic Development Agency charged with the responsibility of targeted economic development programmes.
Page 22 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Annex 1: Action Items - Social Empowerment Pillar GOAL 1 Improve the quality of life of Over-the-Hill residents through the introduction and enhancement of targeted developmental and social support policies, pactices and systems.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS Strengthen the 1.1. social support systems and facilities for families within the OTH Community, using competitive grant processes where applicable.
Provide skills and 1.2. job training to improve employability of, and empower residents in the community to participate in economic activity created by the rejuvenation process.

1.3.

Improve access to Health Services in the Over- the-Hill Community, with emphasis on primary health care, mental health and family planning services.

Take Back our OTH 1.4.

Streets.

Identify and assess 1.1.1 the existing social assis- tance and poverty reduction programmes available in the community.
Identify best in class programmes, weaknesses and gaps and work with the partners to fill ongoing needs.

1.1.2 Improve access to social support services for OTH residents by strength- ening communication pro- vided within the community.

Strengthen exist- 1.1.3 ing, and where appropriate introduce new school feed- ing programmes and soup kitchens to address hunger at home and at school.
Coordinate with the 1.1.4 Citizen Security and Justice Programme to ensure that 1.2.1 In collaboration with the Department of Labour’s initiatives, conduct a skills review of OTH job seekers to determine skills needs.

1.2.2 Partner with BTVI, NTA and civil society groups to create and conduct skills development workshops/ programmes within the community.

Implement 1.2.3 competitive grant process for delivery of skills training etc.

(See 1.1.3.)
(See 1.1.3.)

Support 1.2.4 programmes to equip OTH residents with drivers licences and other forms of identification.

1.2.5 Partner with private Page 23 Reduce appoint- 1.3.1 ment wait times for primary health care clinics in the OTH community.

Strengthen com- 1.4.1 munity policing in the OTH area by increasing patrol capacity in the area.
Increase the 1.3.2 number of programmes focused on preventing and managing non- communicable diseases in the OTH community, both in clinics and through community outreach.

Strengthen the 1.3.3 delivery of Family Planning service, including education.

Improve services 1.3.4 and programmes for those OTH residents with substance use disorders and gambling addictions.

Increase support for 1.3.5 disease outbreak prevention and preparedness (i.e.
Dengue, Chikungunya, 1.4.2 Go after illegal gun possession, which is the leading cause of violence leading to a reduction of gun related violence.

Continue to recruit 1.4.3 qualified officers from the OTH community.

Strengthen pro- 1.4.4 grammes such as the Rang- ers and the Police Cadet Corp.

Install gunshot 1.4.5 detection units and CCTV throughout the OTH com- munity to enable faster response times and violence deterrents.

(See 4.1.1 and 4.1.2.)


Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Annex 1: Action Items - Social Empowerment Pillar GOAL 1 Improve the quality of life of Over-the-Hill residents through the introduction and enhancement of targeted developmental and social support policies, pactices and systems.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS sector firms to conduct job training sessions for select industries.

1.3.6 Strengthen access to mental health services in the OTH community.
Improve child care 1.2.6 options for working parents in the OTH area as part of community partnerships.

1.3.7 Support healthy eating and living initiatives.

community centres are op- erational and have effective programmes that meet the needs of the community.

Emphasis will be placed on parenting, child and elder care, anti-gang, conflict resolution and safety pro- grammes.

1.1.5 Launch the 30-mil- lion-word gap programme in the OTH to at least 75% of new mothers in the OTH area.
1.4.6 Enhance surveil- lance of known drug deal- ers, gun offenders, repeat offenders and child molest- ers.

1.4.7 Produce crime data specific to the OTH commu- nity.

1.4.8 Expand police presence in areas where after-school violence has occurred.

1.4.9 Perform regular safety walks with communi- ty leaders.

1.4.10 Increase the distri- bution of crime prevention tips throughout the commu- nity.
Photo Credit: Rosemary Hanna Photo Credit: Rosemary Hanna Page 24 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Annex 2: Action Items - Economic Empowerment Pillar GOAL 2 Create incentives to encourage the ownership and redevelopment of land and business growth in the Over-the-Hill area resulting in improved living conditions and job creation.

$ 2.1 Establish an Economic Empowerment Zone to encour- age the promotion of micro, small, and medium sized enter- prises (MSMEs).
2.1.1 Distribute White Paper on Tax Incentives.

Enact Legislation to 2.1.2 bring into effect the Over-the- Hill Empowerment Zone.

2.1.3 Unlock the wealth of the OTH community by launch- ing policy initiatives to secure land titles and rights for OTH community residents.

2.1.4 Designate and attract Anchor Institutions in the OTH community (i.e.

University of The Bahamas, the National Art Gallery, Clinics, Schools etc.)

to assist in economic redevelop- ment.


Support the formaliza- 2.1.5 tion, regulation and capacity development of auto mechanic clusters in the OTH community, including the creation of an ap- propriate site for auto garages on New Providence.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS Build local business 2.2 and financial literacy capacity in the OTH community.

Support job fairs in 2.2.1 the OTH community, including special programmes for job seekers with criminal records.
Launch a programme 2.2.2 to upgrade and formalize petty shops in the OTH.

Launch Small Business 2.2.3 Development Centre in the Over-the-Hill Community.

In coordination with 2.2.4 the community support, establish an OTH business expo and online business directory.

2.2.5 Increased training opportunities for MSMEs.

2.2.6 Create programmes to allow OTH vendors to better participate in Government procurement opportunities.
2.2.7 Support financial Create economic 2.3 empowerment opportunities for residents by investing in the rejuvenation of cultural assets in the Over-the-Hill Community.

2.3.1 Produce a register of historic and cultural assets in the target area created.

2.3.2 Develop and launch a strategy to rejuvenate, mark and preserve historical and cultural assets in the Target Area.
Increase in cultural 2.3.3 activities, and local and international tourist visits to historical and cultural sites/ buildings in the Target Area.

Jobs created for 2.3.4 residents in the Target Area as a result of rejuvenation of historical/cultural assets in that community.
2.3.5 Rehabilitate the Southern Recreation Grounds area, including the Lillian Coakley Library as a major tourist attraction on Page 25 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 $ Annex 2: Action Items - Economic Empowerment Pillar GOAL 2 Create incentives to encourage the ownership and redevelopment of land and business growth in the Over-the-Hill area resulting in improved living conditions and job creation.
STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS Support the develop- 2.1.6 ment of business associations/ clusters on major OTH corridors (Blue Hill Road, Market Street, East Street, Wulff Road, etc.).

literacy programmes in the OTH community, including banking the unbanked population.

the political history of The Bahamas.


Photo Credit: oldbahamas.com Page 26 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Annex 3: Action Items - Rejuvenation Pillar GOAL 3 Improve the physical surroundings, solid waste management and infrastructure of the Over-the-Hill Community.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS Improve and 3.2 upgrade water and sanitation infrastructure.

Restore public 3.3 spaces and recreational facilities within the community.
Improve housing 3.4 infrastructure and develop affordable housing.

Increase existing 3.1 waste collection efforts for all types of waste (includ- ing bulk waste and debris) and re-purpose abandoned spaces for the benefit of the community.

3.1.1 Continuously survey and identify popular dump- ing locations throughout the community.

3.1.2 Develop and imple- ment a strategy, involving property owners, for re-pur- posing abandoned lots in the Target Area.
3.1.3 Create and install signage at popular dumping locations throughout the community.

Establish process for 3.1.4 periodic collection of bulk waste in the community.

3.1.5 DEHS officer(s) designated for monitoring performance of bulk waste contractors.
3.1.6 Complaints desk and hotline established for receiving complaints on Page 27 3.3.1 Develop and implement a strategy for the physical restoration and maintenance of parks and recreational facilities in the community: focus on seating, lighting, safety, WI- Fi, courts, sports equipment, sanitation and drinking water.

3.4.1 Develop and imple- ment a strategy to improve living conditions to at least a minimum dwelling standard.
3.4.2 Upgrade public housing, including a new management strategy for public accommodations in the OTH area.

3.2.1 Develop and implement a programme to improve the condition of existing standpipes in the area and reduce standing water in the OTH Community.

3.2.2 Develop a White Paper on achieving Water and Managed Sanitation for all by 2025, including the use of prepaid water metering.

i.e.

eliminate the “Outside Toilet” by 2025 in the OTH community.
Innovative park 3.3.2 funding mechanisms established (e.g.

‘adopt a park’, ‘buy a brick’, ‘advertising’, institution of fees for events, etc.).

Implement an 3.2.3 interim solution to improve sanitation conditions in the community (stand pipes and pit latrines).

3.3.3 Park wardens assigned for day-to-day management of public parks.

Launch an RFP for 3.2.4 the design and construction of affordable prefabricated bathroom units and septic tanks.
3.3.4 Develop and implement a strategy for the execution of continuous activities and events (sporting, cultural, arts) in Identify crown/pub- 3.4.3 lic land or acquire land for the construction of quality affordable housing for sale and for rent in the OTH area.

3.4.4 Meet with Landlords in the OTH area to discuss minimum housing stan- dards and requirements and undertake a review of the relevant legislation.
3.4.5 Develop model rental contracts for use in OTH to protect the rights of Landlords and Tenants.

Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Annex 3: Action Items - Rejuvenation Pillar GOAL 3 Improve the physical surroundings, solid waste management and infrastructure of the Over-the-Hill community.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS community public spaces.

3.4.6 Assist OTH residents in securing property rights.
3.3.5 Agree a schedule of events/activities established based on input from various community, government and civil society organizations.

3.3.6 Rejuvenate the Southern Recreation Grounds.

infrequent pick-ups and unauthorized dumping.

Identify 100 homes 3.2.5 per year for bathroom/ piped water retrofitting.

3.1.7 Design for commu- nity garbage booths com- pleted.

Launch a strategy on 3.2.6 safe drinking water.

3.1.8 Garbage booths constructed at strategic locations throughout the community.
3.2.7 Disseminate prog- ress and performance results on the Water for All Strategy.

Increase the fre- 3.1.9 quency of, and improve the collection of residential and commercial waste (garbage).

3.1.10 Institute measures to monitor and enforce DEH fines for offences related to waste disposal.

3.4.7 Encourage innova- tive funding mechanisms to enable OTH residents to prepare for hurricanes.

Identify homeless 3.4.8 OTH residents and develop outreach services.
3.4.9 Prioritize public housing opportunities for women and children, wom- en and children escaping domestic violence and the elderly.

Provide stable 3.4.10 accommodation options to provide support for people exiting institutions.

3.4.11 Expedite efforts to identify dilapidated housing which pose a health, safety or criminal concern for DEHS notification and demolition.

3.4.12 Introduce a proj- ect to increase the use of window screens to prevent mosquito borne diseases.
Page 28 Photo Credit: Economic Development and Planning Unit Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Annex 4: Action Items - Smart Technology Pillar GOAL 4 The Government will strengthen the use of smart technology and facilitate increased access to Wi-Fi at public institutions, tourist sites and recreational facilities in the community.
STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS 4.1 Promote the use of smart technologies/ applications to facil- itate improved effectiveness in the delivery of public and community services in the Over-the-Hill Com- munity.

4.1.1 Partner with the Royal Ba- hamas Police Force CCTV expansion project to ensure there is adequate CCTV monitoring in the Target Area.
4.1.2 Where feasible, CCTV sys- tems of schools, libraries, communi- ty centres and public health clinics interconnected with Police CCTV system to provide real time monitor- ing.

4.1.3 Develop and implement a Smart Utilities Metering Pilot Project in the Target Area.

4.1.4 Prioritize the implementa- tion of planned e-Education/e-Li- brary initiatives within public schools and libraries in the Target Area.
4.1.5 Purchase and distribute additional computers at schools, libraries and Government-owned centres in the Target Area.

Page 29 Implement specific e-Educa- 4.1.6 tion/e-Library project as BSmart Pilot Projects.

Introduce the use of smart 4.1.7 technology for administrative purpos- es at the public health clinics in the Target Area.

Establish a community web 4.1.8 portal/ app to coordinate and share information on programmes offered by community groups (potential PPP arrangement).
4.1.9 In collaboration with private and civil society, provide additional computers at all community centres that provide homework centres and computer labs for use by the commu- nity.

Bridge the digital divide 4.2 by facilitating increased access to Wi-Fi at parks, tourist sites, schools, libraries, community centres, health clinics and other government offices in the Over-the-Hill community.

4.2.1 Address gaps in existing regulatory frameworks (e.g.
universal service obligations of electronic service providers) to ensure adequate broadband capacity free of charge to Specified Institutions (e.g.

public libraries, schools, community centres, health clinics).

4.2.2 Where necessary, improve broadband infrastructure and Wi- Fi connectivity at schools, health clinics, libraries, government community centres and government offices in the Target Area.
4.2.3 Develop and implement a strategy for the provision of Public Wi-Fi in parks and recreational facilities in the Over-the-Hill community.

4.2.4 Develop and implement a strategy for the provision of free Wi- Fi at Fort Fincastle.
Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Annex 5: Action Items - GreenTechnology Pillar GOAL 5 Promote and incentivize the use of green technologies and the development and preservation of green spaces throughout the OTH community, while creating economic opportunities and promoting healthy living among residents.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS Employ more 5.2 energy efficient practices in public buildings and spaces in the Over-the-Hill Commu- nity.
5.2.1 Test the feasibility of solar solutions in public buildings by developing and implementing a plan to ret- rofit and/or solarize a public building in the Over-the-Hill Community.

Over the next five 5.2.2 (5) years, retrofit all street and park lighting in the Over-the-Hill Community with LED/solar lamps.

Facilitate the 5.3 development and preserva- tion of green spaces in the community, while creating economic opportunities for residents.
Provide agricultural 5.3.1 and agri-business training and skills development opportunities for persons in the Over-the-Hill Communi- ty.

Establish an online 5.3.2 platform (e-Marketplace) to connect OTH households with fruits/vegetables for sale with purchasers throughout The Bahamas.

5.3.3 Develop and implement a strategy for re-purposing vacant lots into community farms with vending stalls.

(See strategy for acquiring and re-purpos- ing abandoned lots at 3.1.2 above.)
lish solar powered charging stations for electric vehicles at strategic locations in the target community.

5.1.4 Leverage the op- portunity to solarize resi- dential properties as part of any home improvement or home construction initia- tive.

(See relevant actions under Strategy 3.4 Housing Improvements above.).

This may be done using a PPP arrangement.


Investigate and 5.1.5 determine innovative solar power systems that can be used as affordable options for solarizing homes in the Over-the-Hill Community.

(See Action 5.1.1 above.)

Promote and 5.1 incentivize energy efficient practices by residential and commercial establishments.
5.1.1 In collaboration with civil society, private sector and academia, devel- op and implement a strategy for a subsidized solar pro- gramme that may include, but may not be limited to, shared solar power solu- tions, virtual net metering, financing policies targeted at persons and businesses with low incomes and innovative funding strategies.
5.1.2 In collaboration with civil society and aca- demia, develop and imple- ment a public education and awareness campaign, targeted at OTH home own- ers on the benefits of energy efficiency practices, energy saving tips, and affordable energy efficient product options.
Establish a Public 5.1.3 Private Partnership to estab- Page 30 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Annex 5: Action Items - Green Technology Pillar GOAL 5 Promote and incentivize the use of green technologies and the development and preservation of green spaces throughout the OTH community, while creating economic opportunities and promoting healthy living among residents.
Photo Credit: Economic Development and Planning Unit Page 31 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Annex 6: Action Items - Youth & The Elderly Empowerment Pillar GOAL 6 Invest in social interventions to improve lives, productivity and safety of youth and the elderly within the community Strategies and Actions.

6.1 Provide access to literacy and numeracy training and other learning opportunities.
STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS Address addiction and at-risk 6.2 challenges in the community.

Establish literacy and nu- 6.1.1 meracy clinics at community centres and through OTH educational insti- tutions.

Strengthen the delivery and 6.2.1 accessibility of conflict resolution, anti-gang and safety programmes in the community.

6.1.2 Provide opportunities for experiential learning sessions and field trips.

6.2.2 Conflict Resolution and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curricula developed.

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Photo Credit: Economic Development and Planning Unit 6.2.3 Community leaders, police, teachers, etc.

trained in the delivery of conflict resolution approaches.

6.2.4 Conflict resolution seminars and training materials available in schools, churches, community cen- tres.

6.2.5 Anti-gang programming in schools and community centres.

6.2.6 Launch a strategy to reduce instances of Child Molestation in the OTH area.
Launch a Strategy to reduce 6.2.7 instances of fighting in schools for both boys and girls.

6.3 Provide access to designated safe spaces for young people during non-school hours, as well as the elderly in the daytime to engage in productive, structured activities.
Establish state of the art 6.3.1 Multi-purpose community centre (s) with amenities to provide supervised activities designed to promote and strengthen family and social cohesion for youth and elderly (child care programmes, elder care programmes, after-school programmes).

Identify and partner with 6.3.2 clubs, sports and arts programmes to increase participation of young people in extracurricular activities.

6.3.3 Launch adult retooling programme for senior citizens.
Photo Credit: Economic Development and Planning Unit Page 32 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Annex 6: Action Items - Youth & The Elderly Empowerment Pillar GOAL 6 Invest in social interventions to improve lives, productivity and safety of youth and the elderly within the community Strategies and Actions.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIONS Launch campaign to address 6.2.8 weapons in schools.
Launch strategy to remove 6.2.9 fight videos involving Bahamian minors from online sites and sensitize youth against videotaping and post- ing fights.

6.2.10 Improve access to victim trauma counselling after serious crimes.

6.2.11 Launch a strategy to reduce youth alcohol and drug abuse, particularly the combination of mari- juana and alcohol by offering training and counselling in our OTH schools.
Photo Credit: Bahamas Information Services Page 33 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Data Annex Population Census and Projection (#) 2010 Population Census 2016 Projection 6 Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Total 8,743 9,967 8,743 27, 453 9,500 10,800 9,500 29, 800 Age Range Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Age Distributions (%) 15-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+ 11.2 19.8 20.3 19.8 16.2 7.5 5.2 7.3 22.8 19.8 21.8 15.3 8.0 5.3 10.4 17.2 19.7 18.4 18.9 9.7 5.7 Gender Distribution (%) Area Males % Females % Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 56.6 52.3 60.6 43.4 47.7 39.4 Highest Educational Attainment (%) Educational Attainment Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Primary Incomplete Secondary Complete Secondary Some College, No Degree 6.5 6.0 59.5 9.5 7.0 2.8 64.0 14.0 7.6 7.1 64.7 6.8 3 All Data from: Ministry of National Security, 2016.
Needs and Assets Assessments of New Providence Communities, Citizen Security and Justice Programme BH-L1033.
The Bahamas: Ministry of National Security Page 34 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Data Annex Highest Educational Attainment (%) Educational Attainment Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Trade/Tech/Vocational Training Associate’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree Graduate/Postgraduate Degree Other 10.7 3.5 2.6 1.4 0.2 6.8 2.5 2.3 0.3 0.5 6.0 3.8 3.0 0.8 0.3 100.2 100.1 Employment Data, All Persons (%) Employment Status Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Full-time Part-time Self-employed Total % Employed Unemployed Unemployed, Not Looking Student Retired Home-Maker 42.7 10 19.4 72.1 11.7 5.1 3.7 7.2 0.2 45.5 8.6 14.4 68.5 16.9 3.5 3.3 7.8 0 32.7 9 18.7 60.4 17.9 5.1 7.2 9.5 0 Distribution by Household Size (%) Size of Household Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 13.8 13.3 15.9 17 15.6 9.7 10.8 14.3 19.3 19.5 14 8.8 15.6 16.9 16.9 14.4 13.6 9.6 Page 35 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Data Annex Distribution by Household Size (%) Size of Household Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 7 8 9 10 and over 3.2 3.0 4.8 3.7 5.3 2.8 1.3 3.9 5.0 1.5 2.0 4.5 Household Composition (%) Hshlds with Occupants Hshlds with Occupants Hshlds with Occupants under 18 over 65 with a Disability Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 38.9 52.1 36.8 17.7 19.3 12.8 Home Ownership (%) Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Own 45.8 52.3 50.0 Rent 48.7 47.2 45.7 8.5 7.7 13.5 Other 5.5 0.5 4.3 Status of Household Utilities (%) No No Fixed No No No Outside Electricty Tel.
Line Internet Cable T.V.
Internal Water Toilet Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 10.6 7.2 6.3 37.6 33.0 26.9 43.3 36.8 56.5 35.3 27.1 38.6 20.3 14.4 15.6 6.3 4.3 4.6 Page 36 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Data Annex Mode of Transportation (%) Own or Family Car Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 51.5 55.1 45.4 Bus 29.0 26.1 28.9 Walk 16.4 18.3 24.4 Other 3.1 0.5 1.3 Experiences of Crime (%) Respondents who Crimes that took other houshold or household were victims of crime place in the local members who were member(s) community victims of crime convicted of crime Repsondents with Respondents Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 38.5 33.4 30.0 72.9 65.6 77.6 30.0 25.6 21.1 16.7 11.0 13.1 Distribution of Types of Crimes committed against Resident Victims (%) Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Robbery Armed Robbery House Break-ins Assault Shooting Home Invasion Rape Vandalism/Property Damage Other 48.3 21.3 13.5 9.2 7.8 3.6 1.4 2.8 9.2 62.7 6.4 12.7 3.2 3.2 0 2.4 0.0 16.7 40.7 17.6 16.7 14.8 12 1.9 0.0 0.0 10.2 Page 37 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Data Annex Mode of Transportation (%) Own or Family Car Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 51.5 55.1 45.4 Bus 29.0 26.1 28.9 Walk 16.4 18.3 24.4 Other 3.1 0.5 1.3 Experiences of Crime (%) Respondents who Crimes that took other houshold or household were victims of crime place in the local members who were member(s) community victims of crime convicted of crime Repsondents with Respondents Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 38.5 33.4
 30.0 72.9 65.6 77.6 30.0 25.6 21.1 16.7 11.0 13.1 Distribution of Types of Crimes committed against Resident Victims (%) Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Robbery Armed Robbery House Break-ins Assault Shooting Home Invasion Rape Vandalism/Property Damage Other 48.3 21.3 13.5 9.2 7.8 3.6 1.4 2.8 9.2 62.7 6.4 12.7 3.2 3.2 0 2.4 0.0 16.7 40.7 17.6 16.7 14.8 12 1.9 0.0 0.0 10.2 Page 38 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Data Annex Perceptions of Individual Safety within Local
 Community (%) Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 1 (Least Safe) (Most Safe) Perceptions of things needed to bring about necessary positive change in local communities (%) Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Jobs Stronger Police presence, including more patrols Supervised after-school programmes Community unity/togetherness/ community based activities Skills training and education opportunities God/Prayer Better parenting/parenting education Change in government Stiffer penalties for convicts/offenders Community crime watch Enforcement of the law More positive role models N/A - Data Not Available Page 39 29.1 18.3 17 11.1 8.9 6.5 4.6 4.3 N/A 3.8 N/A N/A 34.9 13.7 9.1 11.3 N/A 11.6 6.7 4.3 N/A 2.7 N/A 4.6 36.5 17.1 9.3 9.9 11.3 10.1 5.2 7.3 4.4 N/A N/A 3.5 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Data Annex Perceptions of things needed to bring about necessary positive change in local communities (%) Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Hanging/Capital Punishment Community centre/safe places to hang out/better parks Improved School System Improved communications/relations between Police and the community More Government Programmes to support mothers and families Government needs to be tougher on crime More outreach/involvement by local churches, leadership and membership in the community CCTV
 Surveillance N/A - Data Not Available N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 4.9 N/A N/A N/A N/A 3 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A GrantN/A Town N/A N/A N/A N/A Distribution of Businesses by Type of Business (%) Bain Town Centreville Grants Town Retail Business Professional Services Trade Services Production/Manufacturing Business Other Business Total Business # 117 17 23 2 26 185 % 63.2 9.2 12.4 1.1 14.1 100 # 260 112 102 12 52 538 % 48.3 20.8 19 2.2 9.7 100 # 116 11 18 0 30 175 % 66.3 6.3 10.3 Grants 0 Town 17.1 100
 Page 40 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Data Annex Distribution of Retail Businesses by Type of Retail Business (%) Grocery/Convenience Stores Financial Retail Business Clothing Bar/Liquor Store Restaurant/Takeaway Gas Station Other Retail Business Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 18.8 13.7 17.1 17.9 17.9 2.6 12 13.8 15.4 16.2 13.8 Grants Town 16.9 1.2 22.7 19.8 14.7 19 20.7 14.7 0.9 10.3 Distribution of Financial Retail Businesses by Type of Financial Retail (%) Banks Insurance Companies Other Financial Retail Gaming Enterprises Bain Town Centreville Grants Town 6.3 0.0 31.3 62.5 2.5 20 45 32.5 11.8 0.0 5.9 82.4 Page 41 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 Map Annex 7 Annex 1 - Over-the-Hill Phase 1 Project Area Page 42 Over-the-Hill Community Development Partnership Initiative | 2018 CONTACT US: info @ overthehillbahamas.org www.overthehillbahamas.org Over the Hill Community Development Partnership (242) 702-5566