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Excerpt from the
Public Sector Investment Programme (PSIP) – 2008
Public Order and Safety
GOVERNING EFFECTIVELY
National Security and Public Safety
334. One of the major goals of this Government is to ensure that citizens of Trinidad and Tobago are provided with a safe and secure environment in which to carry out their daily duties. In fiscal year 2008, the sum of $268.0 million has been provided to facilitate the undertaking of several initiatives by the Protective Agencies.
335. In order to develop community-based preventative strategies and provide institutional support to the Ministry of National Security, the Citizen Security programme, which is being assisted by IDB, has been allocated $4.0 million to undertake several initiatives including:
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consultation meetings with communities |
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development of the Youth and Crime Prevention Fund |
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conduct of the Community Victimization survey |
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undertaking the Community Level Planning for Prevention and Intervention Services study |
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undertaking the Institutional strengthening for Youth, Family and Community-based NGOs study |
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preparation of the design of the Specialized Youth Service Programmes study |
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development of the Police Crime Information system |
336. The Police Service Division has been allocated $53.2 million to pursue the following activities:
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The development of initiatives and programmes under the Transformation of the Police Service project. This project has been allocated $16 million to provide specialised training to improve crime control capacity, to develop structures and systems that increase professionalism, to improve police supervision and management and continue the development of the Model Stations Initiative. As a result of the project, management of staff is expected to be improved and police facilities refurbished. The ultimate goal is to increase public confidence in the Police Service and reduce the crime situation |
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Improvement works to Police stations. The main aim of this project is to provide adequate and appropriate working accommodation for officers to carry out their duties. In the fiscal year 2008, the sum of $14 million has been allocated to undertake refurbishment works at stations including those of the Mounted Branch, Traffic Branch, Transport and Telecom Branch, Police Hospital and K9-Tobago Division. Works to be conducted include painting, electrical work, plumbing and air-conditioning repairs and installation. In addition, reconstruction works are to be undertaken at the Police Training College in St. James. Reconstruction works include plumbing, electrical work, casting floors and walls. The sum of $1.5 million has been also allocated for the procurement of furniture and furnishings for these stations. |
337. The Police Service will be able to provide stability and security to the citizens of Trinidad and Tobago through these other initiatives:
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procurement of vehicles and equipment which include the procurement and installation of cameras in twenty five (25) Police buildings |
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development of the Homicide Prevention Units which entails the procurement of furniture and furnishings, the Incident Coordinating Centre which entails the procurement of equipment and furniture and the development of a Anti-terrorism unit which entails the procurement of equipment |
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development of the Telecommunication Network Unit which entails upgrading of the network system, development of the GIS system, and procurement of equipment |
338. Under IDF, in the fiscal year 2008 an allocation of $8 million has been provided for the construction of a Telecommunications facility in Tobago. This facility will assist in expanding the network system between Trinidad and Tobago.
339. In an effort to support measures aimed at maritime protection, the Coast Guard of Trinidad and Tobago has been provided with an allocation of $72.1 million for the following:
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refurbishment of the TTS Cascadura: works to be undertaken include installation of rudders, engines and rope guards at a cost of $29.0 million |
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procurement of three (3) interceptor vessels at a cost of $7.0 million |
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improvement of facilities at Point Galeota entailing the construction of a Women’s dormitory, construction of a security fence and lighting |
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establishment of a Marine Ship Safety and Port Facility Security Unit involving the construction of a building an commencement of customization works |
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refurbishment works to facilities at Staubles Bay which entails upgrading of the All Ranks Facility, procurement and installation of an elevator and construction of a security fence |
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institutional strengthening of Coast Guard personnel through training in seaman ship skills |
340. Under IDF, the Coast Guard of Trinidad and Tobago has been allocated a total of $46 million to undertake several activities including:
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commencement of construction of Operations Buildings at Piarco and Tobago |
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continuation of electrical upgrade of facilities at Staubles Bay |
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construction of a Multipurpose Facility at Hart’s Cut in Chaguaramas |
341. Activities to be undertaken by the Defence Force of Trinidad and Tobago with an allocation of $69.2 million include:
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continuation of upgrade of Air Guard Base at Piarco, which includes refurbishment of living accommodation, hangers, kitchen, dormitories; electrical upgrade and procurement of communication equipment |
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continued refurbishment works of the Defence Force Headquarters including repair works to office facilities; construction of a security fence, a warehouse; procurement of vehicles; and repairs to the old gymnasium |
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construction/upgrade of facilities at various camps including construction of a perimeter fence and a retaining wall a Camp Ogden; construction of a Barrack Accommodation at Camp Cumuto; construction of a Command Row, and Officer’s mess and the northern wing of the Administration Building at Teteron Bay. In addition, camp facilities are to be constructed at La Romain, Felicity, and Forres Park. Vehicles are also to be procured which including panel vans, a motorcycle and a HIAB Truck |
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construction of a cookhouse, a dining facility, and a dormitory and continuation of electrical works for the Defence Force in Tobago |
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Institutional strengthening of the Regiment entailing training of officers in leadership skills |
342. In fiscal year 2008, the Fire Services Division has been provided with $70.5 million to improve efficiency in the fire-fighting service. The following activities are to be undertaken:
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completion of construction works on the Couva Fire station and continuation of construction of the Sangre Grande Fire Station |
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procurement of vehicles and equipment including ambulances, and emergency tender, water tankers, and tenders and portable pumps |
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refurbishment of vehicles including of a water tender, a water tanker, and emergency Tender and other vehicles |
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improvement of fire service buildings at Chaguanas, Port-of-Spain Headquarters, Arima and Couva North Stations |
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training of the Fire Service personnel in fire prevention measures and management |
343. The Prison Service has been allocated $17.3 million to undertake several activities including:
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outfitting of the Administration Building, continued construction of the Senior Officer’s mess, and the expansion of the officers’ dormitory at Golden Grove |
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procurement of vehicles and equipment including pickup vans and standby generators |
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continuation of the reconstruction of the workshop at Golden Grove |
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upgrading of the Animal Husbandry at Golden Grove which includes construction of a slaughter bay, a milk parlour, and a sheep pen |
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upgrade of buildings at the Carrera Convict Prison which entails refurbishment of a ration room, a sewer treatment plant, the Main Prison and docking facilities |
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construction of a building for the Emergency Response Unit at Golden Grove equipped with a Closed Circuit Television Surveillance system, and a gym |
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development of designs for a Training College at Golden Grove |
344. Institutional Strengthening activities at the Ministry of National Security to be carried out with an allocation of $21.8 million include:
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accreditation of laboratory service, and procurement of equipment for examining Firearms and other weaponry |
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continuation of Phase II of the Anti-Crime Communications Support Plan under the Strategic Communication Programme for Public Education which involves the development of initiatives on crime prevention |
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continuation of workshops and seminars under the Management for Regional Security project with an aim of developing relevant regional projects |
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training of personnel in project management |
345. An allocation of $0.3 million has been provided for the upgrade of mediation centres located at Port-of-Spain and San Fernando, which entails customization works and procurement of equipment and furniture.
ALLOCATION 2008-PUBLIC SECTOR INVESTMENT PROGRAMME
09 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
701 Infrastructural Development Fund
004 - 02 SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE, DEFENCE
A- COAST GUARD
010 Improvement Works to Coast Guard Buildings
027 Construction of a Multi-Purpose Facility at Hart's Cut
Sub - Head 09 - DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
004 - 12 SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE, PUBLIC ORDER & SAFETY
B- POLICE SERVICES
071 Construction of Telecommunications Facility, Tobago
C- PRISON SERVICES
017 Construction of a Training College at Golden Grove
Sub - Head 09 - DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
005 - 06 MULTI-SECTORAL AND OTHER SERVICES, GENERAL PUBLIC SERVICES
F- PUBLIC BUILDINGS
014 Refurbishment of Property at Temple Court
016 Improvement Works to BOSS Building
Sub - Head 09 - DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
004 - 02 SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE, DEFENCE
A- COAST GUARD
012 Refurbishment of Coast Guard Vessels
014 Purchase of Vehicles and Equipment for the Coast Guard
015 Construction of Coast Guard Facilities at Galeota
019 Purchase of Vessels for the Coast Guard
021 Refurbishment of Facilities at Staubles Bay
022 Purchase of a Marine Travel Lift
024 Construction of Jetty at Staubles Bay (TTS) Nelson
026 Establishment of a Marine Ship Safety & Port Facility
028 Upgrade of Piarco Air Wing to Air Guard Base
029 Purchase of Furniture and Furnishings for the Coast Guard
030 Refurbishment of Coast Guard Aircraft - C26
031 Construction of Air Guard Base at Carlsen Field
034 Upgrade of All Ranks Facility at Staubles Bay
035 Construction of Dormitory and Messing, Cedros Base
003 Development of a Computer System for the Police Service
B- REGIMENT
095 Improvement Works at Camp Ogden
096 Construction of Two Buildings for Camp Ogden
129 Construction of Officers' Mess at Teteron Barracks
132 Construction Works at Camp Cumuto
136 Refurbishment Works at Camp Cumuto
142 Installation of an Emergency Electrical System- Teteron
146 Refurbishment Works at Teteron Bay Sewerage
148 Upgrading of Facilities at Camp Omega
149 Construction of Barracks Accomodation - Camp Omega
150 Purchase of Vehicles and Equipment for the Regiment
152 Purchase of Vehicles & Equip for Defence Force Engineering Corp
154 Construction of the Support & Services Battalion
156 Construction of Facilities at Teteron Bay
157 Refurbishment of Facilities at Teteron Bay
159 Kennels for K-9 Unit
160 Refurbishment Works and Equipping of Second Battalion
161 Refurbishment of Medical Inspection Room for the Regiment
162 Upgrade of Roadways and Drainage at Teteron
163 Improvement of Works for Defence Force at Gran Wood
165 Base Infrastructure for Camp La Romain(South) Felicity and Forres Park
166 Refurbishment Works to Regiment Headquarters
167 Construction of Dormitory at Camp Signal Hill
168 Upgrade of the Electrical Sysyem and Standby Generator at Camp Ogden
D- DEFENCE
155 Improvement Works at Defence Force Headquarters
164 Upgrade of Defence Force Facilities in Tobago
Sub - Head 09 - DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
004 - 12 SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE, PUBLIC ORDER & SAFETY
A-FIRE SERVICES
156 Purchase of Vehicles and Equipment for the Fire Services
174 Refurbishment of Vehicles for the Fire Services Division
176 Construction of a Fire Station in San Fernando
178 Improvement Works to Fire Service Buildings
182 Construction of Sangre Grande Fire Station
184 Construction of Couva Fire Station
190 Upgrade of Salt Water System
B-POLICE
004 Improvement Works to Police Stations
009 Purchase of Vehicle and Equipment for the Police Service
010 Purchase of Furniture & Furnishings for the Police Service
046 Development of the Telecommunication Network Unit
058 Reconstruction works at PoliceTraining College
066 Establishment of Police Refurbishment Unit for Police Stations
068 Implementation of Anti-Terrorism Measures
069 Establishment of a Homicide Prevention Unit
070Establishment of an Incident Coordinating Centre
C-PRISON
008 Improvement Works to Prison Buildings
012 Purchase of Vehicles & Equipment for the Prison Service
014 Maximum Security Prison Complex
015 Reconstruction of the Workshop at Golden Grove Prison
016 Upgrading of Animal Husbandry at Golden Grove
018 Upgrading of Carrera Convict Prison
020 Purchase of Launches for the Prison Service
021 Construction of Senior Officers' Mess
022 Refurbishment of Officers' Dormitory
023 Development of an Emergency Response Unit-Golden Grove
024 Construction of Quarters' for Senior Officers
025 Refurbishment of Buildings at Youth Training Centre
E- IMMIGRATION
002 Purchase of Launch for the Immigration Division
003 Purchase of Vehicles for the Immigration Division
Sub - Head 09 - DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
005-06- MULTI SECTORAL AND OTHER SERVICES, GENERAL PUBLIC SERVICES
A- ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
001 Automation of Passports
003 Development of a Computer System for the Police Service
009 Development of a Computer System for the Fire Services
011 Training of Fire Services Personnel
013 Training of Coast Guard Personnel
015 Computerization of National Security-Head Office
017 Training of Police Personnel
019 Development of a Computer System for the Coast Guard
021 Development of a Computer System for the Prison Service
022 Computerization of Defence Force
023 Retooling and Modernisation the Immigration Division
024 Training of Regiment Personnel
025 Computerization of Trinidad and Tobago Regiment
026 Transformation of the Police Service
027 Establishment of a Transformation Unit - Vision 2020
028 Training & Development of Project Personnel
029 Management Structure for Regional Security
030 Computerization of the Forensic Science Centre
031 Strategic Communication Programme for Public Education
032 Citizen Security Programme
033 Institutional Strengthening of the Forensic Science Centre
034 Training of Prison Personnel
035 Security Management for Cricket World Cup 2007
037 Logistic Support for Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV Programme)
F- PUBLIC BUILDINGS
005 Refurbishment of Property - BOSS Building
007 Extension & Modification of Facilities - Forensic Science Centre
009 Refurbishment of Offices at -Head Office Ministry of Nat Sec
010 Construction of Facilities for Port Operations at Chaguaramas-Immigration Division
012 Construction of Immigration Building - Ajax Street
014 Refurbishment of Property-Trinidad Crescent, Federation Park
015 Refurbishment of Property-Dorchester Walk, Petit Valley
G- EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES
001 Acquisition of Close Circuit Television System
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