Estates Management Department Launches Partnership Programme with Landlords

The Estates Management Department within the Ministry of Physical Planning and Infrastructure Development (PPID), Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) is proud to announce the launch of its Landlord Partnership Programme, with the conclusion of its first meeting with landlords of Grant Turk on Thursday, 10th August 2023.

The Estates Management Department is responsible for the management of all TCIG properties owned and rented, including lease agreement negotiation drafting and management, and other ancillary estates-related services such as, management of security contracts, janitorial services, space utilisation, management of utility services, and health and safety.

As a part of its key programme strategies (KPS), the Estates Management Department, has promised the Government and the people of the Turks and Caicos, that it will deliver an Estates Management Ordinance, policy and strategy by the end of FY 2023/24.

This is an historic event that marked the launch of the KPS, which ultimately is intended to foster a good working partnership with landlords, to ensure that the vehicle of the Government, our Public Service is accommodated in comfortable, conducive and safe working environments.

Some plans under the Landlord Partnership Programme include formal quarterly meetings with landlords or whenever required, a standardised complaints system for Public Servants, review streamlining and enhancement of security services, and working in partnership with landlords to ensure preventative maintenance of leased properties.

The Minister of PPID, Hon. Jamell Robinson commented, “I am elated to see the launch of this initiative come to fruition, marking a mutual partnership between TCIG and our landlords. It is one which has been in the pipeline since last year, and I would like to ensure both the Public Service and our existing landlord pool, and any potential landlords, that my government is fully committed to satisfying the needs of both sides, which we know will translate into more conducive work environments and consequently better service delivery,”

The Landlord Partnership Programme will capture all islands. The Department/Ministry is eager to roll out the remaining Landlord Partnership Programme and will continue to provide updates.