The St Lucia Cruisers VHF Network controller reports that following the recent spate of break-ins and robberies, within the marina, a Forum was conducted over the VHF Net, 19 January 2015. Several recommendations were made, during that 35 minute broadcast:
These are highlights only see links below for full summary and response from Rodney Bay Marina Management
- Tighten Security at main dock security gate. Require ID, Sign In Out and escort by Captain of Vessel to be visited
- Establish Security Team at MAIN Gate.
- Ban Martinique Ferries from C to G Dock Enclosure. Relocate ferry landing to J dock. Relocate Customs Shack accordingly to be outside IWW.
- Initiate patrols by cruisers within marina in conjunction with but separate from Guardsman Patrols
- Install infra-red powered camera at the west end of the Main Dock, between E and F Docks, such that movement of vessels up and down that waterway can be ACTIVELY monitored.
- Hold general meeting with interested cruisers, Marina Management, Police and Security Contractor to work out upgraded security protocols.