Comments on: TN Tatem School Not Ready For Students Return

By: Mike Hind

Mike Hind — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 14:10:00 +0000

I hear them saying both.
I also hear them calling it the OBA/UBP, reinforcing my point.

By: Ho Mama

Ho Mama — Mon, 09 Sep 2013 14:50:24 +0000

The problem is with bad/no management by the Dept of Parks. Tail is wagging the dog there and has been for quite a while now. Time for a new dog at the top of that Dept.

By: Raymond Ray

Raymond Ray — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 20:12:50 +0000

@ LOL(original TM)
Now that is the truth but, many can’t handle the truth and love to push the buck

By: Raymond Ray

Raymond Ray — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 20:08:42 +0000

Mike Hind don’t you hear them saying it had been the O.B.A. fault?

By: Hmmm

Hmmm — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 15:40:09 +0000

Wasn’t it finished by W&E too?

By: Cavello Bay

Cavello Bay — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 15:20:32 +0000

I agree with u on that. But the problem lies with one the ministry, and 2 lazy civil servants, school was out for 2 months. U mean to tell me they were doing nothing and gettin a pay cheque.

By: Mike Hind

Mike Hind — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 14:16:07 +0000

Only when it applies.

I note you have no problem with people still blaming the UBP, 15 years later…

By: Mike Hind

Mike Hind — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 14:15:18 +0000

I disagree… those are questions for a later time.
The questions we should be asking now is: How the hell are we going to get out of this mess?

By: Mike Hind

Mike Hind — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 14:13:08 +0000

Evidence?

Oh, wait. I’m not allowed to ask that, am I?
We’re just supposed to take you at your word when you make baseless accusations..

By: Come Correct

Come Correct — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 14:11:53 +0000

Because the similarities in the way you type coupled with the horrendous spelling and grammar is just a coincidence, right? Silly plp die-HART, tricks are for kids.

By: Mike Hind

Mike Hind — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 14:11:04 +0000

Let’s make sure everyone forgets that the past 15 years occurred and, you know, blame the UBP for it!

Amazing.

By: Yeah sure

Yeah sure — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 13:49:55 +0000

its also spelled tra(N)sparency you moron. no wonder you can’t get a job…

By: Yeah sure

Yeah sure — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 13:46:44 +0000

What a waste of a project. WTF did they chop down all those good trees. a$$es!!!!

By: Yeah sure

Yeah sure — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 13:41:19 +0000

Yeah sure…next!

By: Mike Hind

Mike Hind — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 13:28:02 +0000

One would assume that… you know… they have parents, so… no. I don’t think ANYONE thinks that the children will be “roaming the streets”.

By: LOL (original TM*)

LOL (original TM*) — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:50:29 +0000

Just do what the Port Royal family does the PTA raises funds and pay for upgrades themselves because the PLP did not help and the principals other half ran in the election…………………go figure

LOL disclaimer this is not a reflection of the principal or her family they do an immaculate job with the students and the in the community this comment is dedicated to the PLP government and how they spent the money which could have gone to schools.

By: LOL (original TM*)

LOL (original TM*) — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:44:14 +0000

Brillant, bravo, bravo seriously man you might even get to do your show at the Apollo………………

LOL

By: LOL (original TM*)

LOL (original TM*) — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:41:22 +0000

“Mazumbo, think before you speak!” come on man you know thats an impossibility for PR people they say what they are paid/pogramed to say thinking is not wanted by the boss………

LOL

By: LOL (original TM*)

LOL (original TM*) — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:39:20 +0000

People love her?!!!! you and mazumbo are a hit take your show to the furthest reaches of the world …… aka as far away from this country as possible.

LOL

By: LOL (original TM*)

LOL (original TM*) — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:35:22 +0000

This is a dumb comment for you Mixitup not feeling well today? You and the fool above want to blame the OBA for this mess really, I think I’ll wait till they have been in for at least a year. If the PLP sunk all OUR money on infrastructure seeing how the kids are this country’s future after 14 years of government can you tell me why these buildings are crumbling given the importance to the countries wellbeing? A government with any future plan that does not include schools as a priority is misguided at best. Guess you would rather a government that spends all their time and money stroking its own ego and their supporter’s egos then actually having the country at the heart of every decision they make like the former Premier Dr Brown. The OBA have five years lettem at it and I’m not saying don’t keep them accountable but by all means do but don’t impede them with in a what 10 months that’s all the PLP PR machines are doing like Magic. Talk about being balanced it is the new RG for real.

LOL
still to early to judge but a day in politics is a life time

By: Truth is killin' me...

Truth is killin' me... — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:28:09 +0000

I can see this happening…it’s November 2012 and the Government is still complaining about the UBP…oh snap…THAT DID HAPPEN! BTW Bernews, whatever happened to the news story about those covert camera’s that were found spying on the girl’s bathrooms at TNT Middle School. That all went quiet!? Was anybody caught Mr. Commissioner?

By: Prayerful

Prayerful — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:27:00 +0000

Not one blogger has expressed concern about whether the children will be roaming the streets today/

It is ridiculous how we just play this blame game. It happened, now get on with it.

By the way I am not OBA

By: LOL (original TM*)

LOL (original TM*) — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:17:29 +0000

Mazumbo according to you the PLP has nothing to do with anything that’s a problem despite them being in power for 14 YEARS. You really are a joker you should take you show on the road like say India or how bout Africa since you’re so desperate to get back there…………..

LOL Jokers you Transparency for real(aka Betty no one can keep track of all her/their screen names like it’s a communal sign on at Alaska hall)keep it up with your 2007 election tactics 102 does a great job and it’s so transparent what the PLP are trying to do. Question are they accountable on any topic common 14 YEARS in power and the OBA are so magical group that can sweep 14 YEARS of economic injustice that the PLP visited on this country…pathetic.

By: Winnie Dread

Winnie Dread — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:13:40 +0000

Totally unacceptable, who is in charge here and supposed to be responsible. How long has school been out ??

By: Zombie Apocalypse

Zombie Apocalypse — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:00:38 +0000

Who’s fault was it in 2010, when tewo schools had delayed openings?

This is one school delayed by one day. Is that better than the PLP’s performance in 2010, or worse?

By: Zombie Apocalypse

Zombie Apocalypse — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 11:59:01 +0000

Mixitup, can you remind us exactly how many “heads rolled” in 2010, when two schools were late opening?

By: Zombie Apocalypse

Zombie Apocalypse — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 11:58:25 +0000

Mazumbo, get a freakin grip man. In 2010 two schools – Paget Primary and Clearwater – had delayed openings. I agree it’s not great, but this is one school delayed by one day. It’s still better than the PLP did, if you want to look at it that way. You’ve posted about 10 times on this story trying to make it look like it never happened under the PLP. It did.

By: Ummmm.... where's the boat?

Ummmm.... where's the boat? — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 11:58:04 +0000

Just my opinion: This should be a “Principal/Administrator’s” call of duty to ensure these items are adderssed before opening their doors. They get paid $$$’s to manage a learning institution and ensure the safety and well being of our kids, nieces, nephews and grandkids are taken care of.
Whether that means ensuring “you” as the Principal/Administrator contacts the Ministry once a week until the Govt or Private sector contractors are onsite, conducting services to ensure your school is worthy to “OPEN” on Sept 6th.

We all understand that Finances will continue to be the issue because budgets are tight, however with that being said fix your crucial items in Phases in order to ensure that children can start their school year in a safe environment without delays.

By: Raymond Ray

Raymond Ray — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 10:58:39 +0000

Thank you ,”Bow Wow Brown Cow’
What the people need to be complaining about and seeking answers for is, “where has/are all of the millions of(thus far)unaccounted for Bermuda Dollars.

By: Johnny

Johnny — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 10:52:54 +0000

I can see this happening – it’s 2015 and some people are still saying “it’s the PLP’s fault”

By: Sad

Sad — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 10:28:00 +0000

But it was a Govenment project

By: New Bermudian

New Bermudian — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 10:07:05 +0000

New construction is better press. No one gets their name in lights for simply being prudent and looking after what they have. The press conferences for fixing a roof that’s leaked for 20 years would be much more poorly attended than the ones where the relevant Minster is cutting the ribbon on a building. It really is that simple. Wrong, for sure, but simple.

By: Sandy Bottom

Sandy Bottom — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 10:05:57 +0000

Berkeley was built by the government. Derrick Burgess was ‘in charge’ of it. They selected a contractor with no experience and it over-ran, with the final cost about 2x the original budget. The BIU underwrote a Performance Bond that should have paid but didn’t; something that normally would be regarded as fraud.
Duh.

By: Sandy Bottom

Sandy Bottom — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 10:01:53 +0000

Yes, we did have delayed school openings under the PLP. Definitely.

By: mixitup

mixitup — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 09:59:34 +0000

Hello!!

By: Bow Wow Brown Cow

Bow Wow Brown Cow — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 05:14:35 +0000

One school is not opening – just one, and by one day! Stop making a mountain out a mole hill. You just sound desperate!

By: Bow Wow Brown Cow

Bow Wow Brown Cow — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 05:13:21 +0000

Mazumbo, think before you speak! The answer is simple, the problems we are facing today are a direct result of the PLP! FACT.

By: Bow Wow Brown Cow

Bow Wow Brown Cow — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 05:11:20 +0000

If you do not notice a HUGE problem with the inefficiencies of the W&E, then you never will my friend.

W&E unfortunately like most (not all) Unionized companies is a bloated, inefficient mess that will be very difficult to fix and make efficient because as you know it is difficult to let anyone go no matter how bad their work ethic is , and no matter what they do.

You do remember the strikes after DUI ferry pilot was disciplined when he crashed the ferry into the dock! How about the bus driver that refused to be tested and disciplined. What happened, oh yes – strike! What about the bus driver that was found on drugs, or the one that verbally assaulted to members of the public. Strike! If we have trouble firing people that transport our children, what incentive would any other worker have to actually work.

By: Bow Wow Brown Cow

Bow Wow Brown Cow — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 05:02:36 +0000

Mazumbo: Read the posters comment. SLOWLY. Hooked on Phonics Worked For Me!

A) the question was about TNT Tatem in particular as they are the only delayed school. Was this job private sector. If yes, who? And great , if the work is delayed, I trust there will be a penalty clause. Not the kind that the PLP used when building Berkeley though, you know the millions of dollars EXTRA paid to that contractor.

b) the comment asked if W&E were doing the work or overseeing the work, which you did not answer. I trust they (W&E) were managing the project. You seem to know it all , so answer, we would love to know all the details.

By: Bow Wow Brown Cow

Bow Wow Brown Cow — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 04:56:47 +0000

Mazumbo, the point the poster was making was about the length and cost of the project, fool! The point about the quality was brought because it is taking so long. Read slowly idiot “If they are going to be slow – at least be neat.”.

Are you saying that a job this simple SHOULD take 2 months and be that sloppy! It is no wonder that you are a supporter of the PLP !

By: Tramsparency for Real!!

Tramsparency for Real!! — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 01:50:54 +0000

OBA have fallen down on this one. They do not have our schools ready. This is not acceptable and it was not acceptable under the PLP as the fans of the OBA cried out loud. The government of the day is responsible not the workers. Stop failing to accept responsibility OBA, which is what the OBA always attempts to do.

By: Tramsparency for Real!!

Tramsparency for Real!! — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 01:48:27 +0000

Those building were neglected under the UBP government, and many are older than my mother. The building are doing well considering their ages. I think you need to some research on them, and than comment.

By: Tramsparency for Real!!

Tramsparency for Real!! — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 01:43:15 +0000

Trump stop I see your in love with that person who calls themselves Betty Trump, I follow the comments. She/he is good, but on the opposition political fence from you…I suggest you write as she does, maybe it would be better.

By: Tramsparency for Real!!

Tramsparency for Real!! — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 01:41:56 +0000

trump, I see your in love with the person called Betty Trump,if not why use her name. She writes some good powerful stuff….folks love her, but it looks like she is on the opposition political fence from you !! she is correct !!

By: Mazumbo

Mazumbo — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 01:38:48 +0000

There’s a saying women ,children and fools shouldn’t see unfinished work, which category are you in? LMAO

By: Mazumbo

Mazumbo — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 01:31:07 +0000

Maybe if pigs had wings they would fly. LMAO

By: Mazumbo

Mazumbo — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 01:27:51 +0000

So when PLP was in power you blamed the Minister now you want to blame Civil servants? Typical ubp/OBA hypocritical supporters.LMAO

By: Mazumbo

Mazumbo — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 00:56:03 +0000

Contractors work on schools every year .Next option. LMAO

By: Mazumbo

Mazumbo — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 00:53:28 +0000

I tried not to respond to ignorance but anyway Berkeley was built by private sector not Govt. workers. DUH

By: Mazumbo

Mazumbo — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 00:50:53 +0000

Were talking about schools being delayed for opening????