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The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), through its Sports and Entertainment Development Committee (SEDC), has expressed concern about what it calls the persistent logistical and infrastructural challenges surrounding the hosting of large-scale entertainment and sporting events in Jamaica, particularly along the high-traffic corridors between Ocho Rios and Montego Bay.
According to the PSOJ, the recent traffic standstill observed during Reggae Sumfest in mid-July and similar disruptions during the Emancipation and Independence weekend festivities in Discovery Bay and other areas of St. Ann are clear indicators of systemic gaps that need urgent national attention.
In addition to these issues in northern Jamaica, the recurring traffic congestion around the National Stadium during major events further underscores the need for better traffic planning and coordination.
The PSOJ says these persistent challenges highlight the broader need for properly zoned and managed event spaces islandwide.
The PSOJ says it recommends the Government’s consideration and adoption of strategic initiatives, which include'
-Establishment of Designated Entertainment and Sports Zones
-Identify and develop properly planned zones in key regions of the island designed specifically to host large-scale events. These should include adequate road networks, public transportation options, traffic management systems, secure parking, and sanitation facilities to ensure safe and efficient movement of patrons.
-SAPPHIRE
