Burnham Park upgrade on track for year-end completion – Ramson Jr

…Jacobs underscores project’s role in youth, community development

The long-anticipated redevelopment of Burnham Park, New Amsterdam is progressing steadily and remains on track for completion by the end of the year, according to Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport Charles Ramson Jr, who says the Government is actively monitoring contractors to ensure deadlines are met.
Ramson Jr made the disclosure during a recent interview, where he outlined ongoing efforts to keep the project on schedule while addressing challenges that arise during construction.
“We are here every two weeks mainly to deal with issues that have arisen with the number of contractors that we can resolve,” the Minister explained.

“Sometimes it has to do with decisions, but also it has to do with just making decisions on resolutions on how the advancing of various contracts and works in those contracts can be accommodated simultaneously,” he added, noting that the overarching objective is to ensure that all components of the project move forward in a coordinated manner, reducing delays and avoiding bottlenecks.
“The real issue or the objective is so that the time, we are hitting our deadline,” Ramson Jr added, emphasising that the Government remained focused on delivering the upgraded facility within the stipulated timeframe.
The Burnham Park project forms part of a broader national push to modernise sport infrastructure across Guyana, with a focus on creating safe, accessible and high-quality spaces for athletes and the wider community.
Meanwhile, Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, Steven Jacobs also highlighted the importance of such investments, noting that improved facilities were critical to nurturing talent and expanding participation in sports, particularly among young people.
Jacobs, who spoke at a recent engagement tied to sports development initiatives, said projects like the Burnham Park upgrade were essential to building a stronger sporting culture and providing opportunities for youths to develop their skills in structured environments.
The redevelopment is expected to significantly enhance the park’s amenities, positioning it as a modern recreational and sporting hub capable of hosting a range of activities and events.
Government has, in recent years, ramped up investment in sport infrastructure, including the construction and rehabilitation of grounds and stadiums across the country. The Burnham Park project is seen as a key component of that strategy, aimed at expanding access and improving the overall standard of facilities available to communities.
With works advancing and regular oversight in place, authorities remain confident that the upgraded Burnham Park will be delivered on schedule, providing a renewed space for sports, recreation, and community engagement. (G-4)