The Grand Bahama Port Authority, Limited wishes to advise the general public thatroad resurfacing originally scheduled to commence on Monday, October 6, 2025,was delaved due to inclement weather. Road work schedules have beenupdated for the areas listed below, weather permitting. This project is a part of ourongoing efforts to improve the safety and quality of the city's roadways.

The Grand Bahama Port Authority, Limited wishes to advise the general public that road resurfacing originally scheduled to commence on Monday, October 6, 2025, was delaved due to inclement weather. Road work schedules have been updated for the areas listed below, weather permitting. This project is a part of our ongoing efforts to improve the safety and quality of the city's roadways.

Minister of Energy and Transport the Hon. JoBeth Coleby-Davis said the Road Traffic Department is very serious about carrying out the provisions of the Road Traffic Act and related legislations.

“However, the Department is also considered a key revenue collection agency for the Government as the income generated is used to fund public projects and the Government’s operations,” the Transport Minister said during her Contribution to the 2024 - 2025 Mid-Year Budget Debate at the House of Assembly on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

She explained that between July 2024 and January 2025, the Department has collected over $24 million, which is higher than last year’s figure.

“While revenue collection is critical for the Road Traffic Department, we also recognize the need to enhance the ease of doing business with the Department.  Hence, several actions have been taken.”

The Minister said in November, the Department commissioned an office space for the Road Traffic Department in Cat lsland. Further, it is expected that other offices will be commissioned in other Family Islands where there is a clear need and demand based on vehicle population.

She noted that action taken was to implement “Road Traffic Saturdays,” on New Providence to make it easier for working professionals to engage with the Road Traffic Department. “Through this initiative, the main office of the Department will open to the public on the last Saturday of every month following Government payday.”

Road Safety a Key Priority

The Transport Minister said the Government recognizes that road safety must be a key priority for the Road Traffic Department.

She said in 2024, more than 60 traffic fatalities were recorded – with young Bahamians under the age 45 as the leading casualty demographic.

“So far for 2025, 14 traffic fatalities have been reported, with the majority occurring on the island of New Providence.

“Just yesterday, our nation recorded two traffic fatalities.  Already my Ministry and the Road Traffic Department have taken concrete steps to address this serious issue.

“We have installed road safety awareness billboards throughout New Providence and the Family Islands, with more to come.”

The Minister said, “We have released several video messages on road safety and increased our engagement with schools, especially high schools on road safety.

“Now we know that the Government cannot do it alone. And so, the private sector, especially the Baha Mar Resort Foundation, have strongly supported my Ministry’s efforts to improve road safety awareness.”

She explained that recently, through a generous donation valued at over $200,000 from the Foundation, pedestrian crossings have been improved around six schools in New Providence.

“I am pleased to share that the Ministry and the Baha Mar Resort Foundation will not only continue our partnership, but also expand the project to include the installation of radar warning speed signs.”

The Transport Minister said she strongly urges all Bahamians to drive within the speed limit and to wear a seatbelt. “Do not drink and drive. And please, adhere to the speed limit of 15mph in school zones.

“Quite alarmingly, we have observed too many drivers speeding around schools during school hours.”

She noted that this week, a driver contacted the Ministry to report that a young student on her way to Yellow Elder Primary School was almost hit by a speeding car while on the pedestrian crossing. “As drivers, we must do better. Please slow down. I repeat, as drivers, please slow down.”

Minister of Energy and Transport the Hon. JoBeth Coleby-Davis said the Road Traffic Department is very serious about carrying out the provisions of the Road Traffic Act and related legislations. “However, the Department is also considered a key revenue collection agency for the Government as the income generated is used to fund public projects and the Government’s operations,” the Transport Minister said during her Contribution to the 2024 - 2025 Mid-Year Budget Debate at the House of Assembly on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. She explained that between July 2024 and January 2025, the Department has collected over $24 million, which is higher than last year’s figure. “While revenue collection is critical for the Road Traffic Department, we also recognize the need to enhance the ease of doing business with the Department.  Hence, several actions have been taken.” The Minister said in November, the Department commissioned an office space for the Road Traffic Department in Cat lsland. Further, it is expected that other offices will be commissioned in other Family Islands where there is a clear need and demand based on vehicle population. She noted that action taken was to implement “Road Traffic Saturdays,” on New Providence to make it easier for working professionals to engage with the Road Traffic Department. “Through this initiative, the main office of the Department will open to the public on the last Saturday of every month following Government payday.” Road Safety a Key Priority The Transport Minister said the Government recognizes that road safety must be a key priority for the Road Traffic Department. She said in 2024, more than 60 traffic fatalities were recorded – with young Bahamians under the age 45 as the leading casualty demographic. “So far for 2025, 14 traffic fatalities have been reported, with the majority occurring on the island of New Providence. “Just yesterday, our nation recorded two traffic fatalities.  Already my Ministry and the Road Traffic Department have taken concrete steps to address this serious issue. “We have installed road safety awareness billboards throughout New Providence and the Family Islands, with more to come.” The Minister said, “We have released several video messages on road safety and increased our engagement with schools, especially high schools on road safety. “Now we know that the Government cannot do it alone. And so, the private sector, especially the Baha Mar Resort Foundation, have strongly supported my Ministry’s efforts to improve road safety awareness.” She explained that recently, through a generous donation valued at over $200,000 from the Foundation, pedestrian crossings have been improved around six schools in New Providence. “I am pleased to share that the Ministry and the Baha Mar Resort Foundation will not only continue our partnership, but also expand the project to include the installation of radar warning speed signs.” The Transport Minister said she strongly urges all Bahamians to drive within the speed limit and to wear a seatbelt. “Do not drink and drive. And please, adhere to the speed limit of 15mph in school zones. “Quite alarmingly, we have observed too many drivers speeding around schools during school hours.” She noted that this week, a driver contacted the Ministry to report that a young student on her way to Yellow Elder Primary School was almost hit by a speeding car while on the pedestrian crossing. “As drivers, we must do better. Please slow down. I repeat, as drivers, please slow down.”

Please be advised that Bahamix has scheduled paving works for sections of the EASTERN ROAD. The paving works will begin at the junction of JOHNSON ROAD heading east and terminate at the junction of FOX HILL ROAD.

The works will commence Wednesday March 6th through 22nd, 2024.

The road works will begin at 7:30am to 3:30pm daily.

The motoring public is advised to avoid this area if possible and to acknowledge and comply with all posted traffic signage. Please note that only Business Owners & Residents will be allowed access through the road site.

Concerns may be addressed by contacting Bahamix at (242) 829-5996 or (242) 361-3882.

The Ministry apologizes for any inconvenience caused.

Please be advised that Bahamix has scheduled paving works for sections of the EASTERN ROAD. The paving works will begin at the junction of JOHNSON ROAD heading east and terminate at the junction of FOX HILL ROAD. The works will commence Wednesday March 6th through 22nd, 2024. The road works will begin at 7:30am to 3:30pm daily. The motoring public is advised to avoid this area if possible and to acknowledge and comply with all posted traffic signage. Please note that only Business Owners & Residents will be allowed access through the road site. Concerns may be addressed by contacting Bahamix at (242) 829-5996 or (242) 361-3882. The Ministry apologizes for any inconvenience caused.

The Royal Bahama Police Force has announced a number of road closures that will come into effect on Monday, January 1, 2024 as final preparations are being made for the much anticipated New Year’s Day Junkanoo Parade.

The RBPF, in partnership with the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture (MYSC), the National Junkanoo Committee (NJC) and the Grand Bahama Junkanoo Corporation (GBJC), are pulling out all the stops to ensure that the 2024 Parade is a safe one.

Superintendent of Police Christopher Farquharson, Officer in Charge of the Traffic Division, revealed that road closures in the downtown area will begin at 2:00pm at a number of intersections, including The Mall Drive and Pioneer’s Way; West Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way.

The additional closures taking place at 3:00pm Monday, January 1 until 12:00am Tuesday, January 2, 2024 are at West Mall Drive and Petticoat Lane, Adventure’s Way and West Mall Drive, Adventure’s Way and McKenzie Street, East Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way and East Mall Drive and Kipling Lane.

Superintendent Farquharson further advised motorists to drive with due care and attention, remain within the speed limit and pay attention to the police officers posted at barricaded intersections.

Chief Superintendent Advardo Dames, Sr., Officer in charge of the Central Division, advised the members of the public that the area surrounding the Junkanoo Parade will be designated a no-bottle zone for public safety.

“We want to send out a clarion and strong message to individuals who may feel fit that they will come to cause a disturbance. We want to discourage anti-social behavior.

There will be full police presence in uniform and plain clothes in and throughout the Junkanoo Parade routes and on the outside,” he said.

Stressing that the police has a zero-tolerance approach to misbehavior as it will be a family-oriented event, Chief Superintendent Dames is also asking parents and guardians to be aware of the whereabouts of their young children at all times.

MYSC Senior Cultural Officer Monique Leary thanked the RBPF for their usual assistance in maintaining public safety during the parades.  

The Royal Bahama Police Force has announced a number of road closures that will come into effect on Monday, January 1, 2024 as final preparations are being made for the much anticipated New Year’s Day Junkanoo Parade. The RBPF, in partnership with the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture (MYSC), the National Junkanoo Committee (NJC) and the Grand Bahama Junkanoo Corporation (GBJC), are pulling out all the stops to ensure that the 2024 Parade is a safe one.   Superintendent of Police Christopher Farquharson, Officer in Charge of the Traffic Division, revealed that road closures in the downtown area will begin at 2:00pm at a number of intersections, including The Mall Drive and Pioneer’s Way; West Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way. The additional closures taking place at 3:00pm Monday, January 1 until 12:00am Tuesday, January 2, 2024 are at West Mall Drive and Petticoat Lane, Adventure’s Way and West Mall Drive, Adventure’s Way and McKenzie Street, East Atlantic Drive and Pioneer’s Way and East Mall Drive and Kipling Lane. Superintendent Farquharson further advised motorists to drive with due care and attention, remain within the speed limit and pay attention to the police officers posted at barricaded intersections. Chief Superintendent Advardo Dames, Sr., Officer in charge of the Central Division, advised the members of the public that the area surrounding the Junkanoo Parade will be designated a no-bottle zone for public safety. “We want to send out a clarion and strong message to individuals who may feel fit that they will come to cause a disturbance. We want to discourage anti-social behavior. There will be full police presence in uniform and plain clothes in and throughout the Junkanoo Parade routes and on the outside,” he said. Stressing that the police has a zero-tolerance approach to misbehavior as it will be a family-oriented event, Chief Superintendent Dames is also asking parents and guardians to be aware of the whereabouts of their young children at all times. MYSC Senior Cultural Officer Monique Leary thanked the RBPF for their usual assistance in maintaining public safety during the parades.