Dear Editor,
When I passed the age of 75 I promised not to write to the press on controversial issues; however, country is more important than pride so here goes. Let me say at the outset that the issue under consideration is non-political.
Recently, while reading about the monstrosity at Sand Banks Creek, I saw a picture of a dock that appeared to be on the famous Treasure Cay Beach. I truly thought I was seeing things.
However, after examining the photo more clearly l realized it was indeed on Treasure Cay Beach. I immediately called four of my Treasure Cay friends in order to confirm because I found it difficult to understand how they would allow this to happen.
Let me make a few remarks about the beach. It is not a Treasure Cay beach; it is not an Abaco beach; it is not a Bahamas beach; it is a world beach
It was this beach, not the location, which gave rise to the largest tourist resort and second home-owner development in The Bahamas. This resort has been the backbone of the economy of North Abaco for more than 50 years and remains so until now.
I truly wonder if Bahamians, especially Abaconians, truly realize the importance of the famous Treasure Cay Beach and that it has been rated the ninth best beach in the world. But now visitors across the world will see an ugly wooden dock marring the image of this famous landmark. I say the dock must go.
Awaken my fellow Abaconians and defend what belongs to us.
- Patrick Bethel

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