ESTABLISHED 1965 www.caymancompass.com – 50 CENTS – TUESDAY MAY 17, 2016 High of 86 Low of 75 Slight with wave heights of 1 to 3 feet. TEN THINGS TO TOSSThe daily shower l Out-of- office messages l Friendly waiters l Polling l Tenure l School suspensions l Beach bodies l ‘Strong women’ l Olympic hosts l Voting booths PAGE 12 THE WEEK OF SUNDAY, MAY 15, 2016. IN COLLABORATION WITH THE WASHINGTON POST Spring cleaning EDITORIAL | PAGE 4 CAYMAN’S UPCOMING BRUTAL BATTLE ON BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP 180913_PRINT-Ad-Strip-BOTY-6colxPage 1 11/30/15 12:30:30 PM CAYMAN HASN’T COMMITTED TO AUTOMATIC SHARING OF OWNERSHIP DATA Cayman Islands did not sign Anti-Corruption Summit communique MICHAEL KLEIN mklein@pinnaclemedialtd.com Contrary to international media reports and a press release from No. 10 Downing Street, the Cayman Islands government did not commit to the automatic exchange of ben- eficial ownership information prior to the Anti-Corruption Summit in London last week. The government also confirmed it did not sign the summit communique that sets out a common approach to tackling cor- ruption, which, according to the U.K. prime minister’s website, was agreed by all par- ticipating countries. The Cayman Compass understands that due to the late invitation to the summit, the Cayman Islands government was not involved in the negotiation and formulation of the joint statement of summit participants and there- fore did not become party to it. Last Wednesday, government released a statement saying, “The Cayman Islands has confirmed to the U.K. that it will join the initiative for the development of a global standard for the sharing of beneficial ownership information.” This initiative was launched in April by the so-called G5 countries – the U.K., Germany, France, Italy and Spain – and subsequently joined by another 35 countries. Before Cayman joined the initiative, the European partici- pating countries released a statement under the title “Initiative for automatic exchange of beneficial ownership information.” In the statement, the initiative members commit “to establishing as soon as possible registers or other mechanisms requiring that beneficial owners of companies, trusts, foun- dations, shell companies and other relevant entities are identified and available for tax ad- ministration and law enforcement authorities” and the “automatic exchange of information on beneficial ownership.” However, Wayne Panton, the minister for financial services, explained in an interview with the Cayman Compass on Thursday that Cayman has not committed to an automatic exchange of ownership information. “We have agreed to making a political commitment to this process [of developing a global standard],” Lightning Bolt strikes again in Cayman JAMES WHITTAKER jwhittaker@pinnaclemedialtd.com Bolt-mania took over the Cayman Islands this weekend as the world’s fastest man wowed the crowd at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex. Nearly 3,000 people turned out to see the world record holder perform. And Usain Bolt did not disappoint, cruising to vic- tory in the 100m sprint fi- nale in 10.05 seconds to re- peat his 2013 triumph at the Cayman Invitational. It wasn’t close to his fastest time or his smoothest run, but it was enough to give the crowd, many of them waving Jamaican flags, the victory they wanted. Afterward he paid tribute to the crowd, saying, “They gave me a lot of love and I re- spect that. I’m happy about that. I really appreciate people coming out and I hope I can get to come back here.” After the race Bolt performed a lap of honor before stop- ping to sign a gold relay baton, which he launched into the main grandstand, and straight into the hands of Deputy Gov- ernor Franz Manderson. “It could have hit anybody and it landed right in my lap,” said a stunned Mr. Manderson. “It was an amazing night. For us to have the best 100 meter runner in history here in Cayman is a proud moment for all of us. This was just the icing on the cake.” The race itself was per- haps a little closer than Bolt would have liked. American Dentarius Locke, racing from lane one, ran close in 10.12, but Bolt powered though from lane PLEASE TURN TO PAGE 8 » PLEASE TURN TO PAGE 8 » Usain Bolt (206) edged out American Dentarius Locke (not pictured) to win the Cayman Invitational. Bolt’s Jamaican teammate Kemar Bailey-Cole (204) finished third. 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The National Roads Authority is advising mo- torists to reduce their ve- hicle speeds from 50 miles per hour to 15 mph on this quarter-mile stretch. “This is to ensure the safety of all in while they travel through the con- struction zone,” the re- lease stated. The roads au- thority said the work would take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. BT road repairs to begin Tuesday Two workers were held up by armed men as they left the Walkers Road Burger King late Wednesday, Royal Cayman Islands Police reported. The employees told po- lice that two suspects, both carrying handguns, tried to use one of the workers to get back into the restaurant after it was closed. After they failed to get in, police said, the rob- bers took the female work- er’s handbag. The armed men then ran off just before midnight, police said. No one was hurt in the incident and no shots were fired. WORKERS HELD UP OUTSIDE BURGER KING ALMA CHOLLETTE achollette@pinnaclemedialtd.com With elections slated for next year, registering offi- cers from the Cayman Is- lands Elections Office vis- ited the University College of the Cayman Islands last week to encourage young Caymanians to register to vote. With 18,270 registered voters so far and a goal of reaching out to as many young people as possible, the Elections Office began a two-day voter registra- tion drive at the college on Wednesday. “We’re targeting the youth because young people on a whole should be in- volved and know what is happening in the country. They’re the future leaders of Cayman,” said Patricia Ebanks, registering officer for North Side. “When you have the right to vote, you’ve got a greater voice in the country,” Ms. Ebanks said. “We have to do what’s in our power to get them to register.” On Wednesday, six people signed up, and 15 more ap- plications were made by midday Thursday. Eighteen-y ear-old Rashien Petrie and 20-year- old business administration student Matthew Morrison told the Cayman Compass why they had registered. Ms. Petrie, a UCCI nursing student, said, “I didn’t see a reason not to register to vote. I’d like to see change happening, like there being more opportuni- ties for the youth, job-wise.” Mr. Morrison said, “I [reg- istered] because I wanted to and it was my first time.” Students were not the only people registering to vote at UCCI during the reg- istration drive this week. It was Andrea Thomas- Myles’s first time regis- tering. “I’ve lived here in Cayman for many years and I didn’t think to register. It’s now my initiative to strive to have my input on good governance,” she said. Ms. Thomas-Myles, who works in George Town, de- cided to travel to UCCI to apply to vote in her district of residence, Bodden Town. According to Salomie Henry, deputy registering officer for George Town, one of the most common reasons young people re- frain from getting in- volved in voting is the fear of jury duty. According to Super- visor of Elections Wesley Howell, “Based on the 2010 census, some 1,478 young persons would be eligible to register to vote during the next election.” “To put this in perspec- tive,” he added, “the number of youth now at registration age exceeds the number of registered electors in North Side [579] and East End [620] combined. The youth numbers also ex- ceed the number of regis- tered voters in the Sister Islands [1,001].” Overall election costs similar to 2013 The cost of putting on the next election, tenta- tively scheduled for May 24, 2017, could be cheaper than the 2013 ballot, de- spite the additional chal- lenge of adapting to a new system of voting. Mr. Howell said a total of $1.53 million has been al- located for the election, the first under the one man, one vote system. That figure includes preparations for Election Day, as well as the logistics and personnel costs of the election itself. Mr. Howell said just under $250,000 has been al- located for a “door-to-door exercise” designed to en- sure voters’ information on the electoral roll is correct and to help familiarize them with the new system. Other costs include training, material and sup- plies, logistics, advertising and short-term lease of buildings, he said. Around 350 people will be working on election-related activ- ities in advance of and during the poll. The overall costs of the 2013 election came to $1.7 million. Though Mr. Howell said the figures for 2017 are pro- jected at this point, he ex- pects the final costs to be in the “same ballpark” as the last election. “We’re targeting the youth because young people on a whole should be involved and know what is happening in the country.” PATRICIA EBANKS, registering officer, North Side Elections Office targets young voters at UCCI Andrea Thomas-Myles, left, registers to vote at the University College of the Cayman Islands, as election registration officers Patricia Ebanks and Salomie Henry provide information. - PHOTO: ALMA CHOLLETTE A man was hospitalized in serious condition with a stab wound to the ab- domen after an incident at Welly’s Cool Spot in George Town on Saturday night. Police said 911 received a report at 11:46 p.m. of an altercation between two men. A 33-year-old George Town man was ar- rested Sunday evening in connection with the in- cident for suspected grievous bodily harm. 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Punishment, including dismissal from work, for sexual harassers and those who falsely report sexual ha- rassment are also detailed in the document. “Sexual harassment in the workplace is illegal and pro- hibited,” the policy states. “Such behavior may man- ifest itself in the form of verbal, non-verbal or physical harassment.” According to the policy, “spreading rumors about an individual’s sex life” is considered verbal harass- ment, along with “graphic verbal comments about an individual’s body.” Non-verbal harassing be- haviors include paying “un- wanted attention” to someone, making rude facial expres- sions and displays of sexu- ally suggestive material in the workplace. Material includes electronic transmissions of material, the policy states. The document also states that ‘quid pro quo’ sexual ha- rassment – where a higher- ranking individual seeks to elicit sexual favors from a lower ranking employee in exchange for beneficial treat- ment of some kind – is for- bidden and can lead to sus- pension or termination. The policy further defines what is not considered sexual harassment, including “am- biguous behaviors” that are offensive or crude but which are not considered sexually harassing. Polite requests for a date by a work colleague or general compliments on someone’s appearance are not considered harassment. Also, the policy states that legitimate management inter- vention, including work coun- seling and discipline would not in and of itself constitute sexual harassment. “The civil service is com- mitted to providing a safe and positive working environment for our staff,” Deputy Gov- ernor Franz Manderson said. “We have developed a zero tol- erance toward sexual harass- ment in the workplace.” Mr. Manderson said he encouraged civil service em- ployees to make reports of offending behavior if they genuinely believed sexual ha- rassment was occurring. In an instance where a formal complaint is made and a review reveals that sexual harassment has occurred, the severity of the offense will de- termine what disciplinary ac- tion is taken against the civil servant, the policy states. This can range from a written rep- rimand, to suspension, to transfer out of the depart- ment to outright dismissal from the service. If the complaint is deter- mined to be false, disciplinary action can be imposed on the person who reported the inci- dent or incidents. Unfounded or unsubstantiated allega- tions of sexual harassment would not lead to disciplinary action as long as they were made in good faith. Twenty-nine teams com- peted to win $5,000 in DMS Broadcasting’s Discovery Day Adventure Challenge on Monday. During the challenge, each team of four had to complete 10 timed chal- lenges at locations across Grand Cayman. Some activities chal- lenged teams’ physical prowess, while others were mental challenges. Activities included target shooting at the Cayman Islands Gun Club, an ob- stacle course at Motions Unlimited Gym and rum sniffing at Cayman Spirits Co. The team that completed all of the activities in the fastest total time was to be announced at a party at the George Town Yacht Club on Monday afternoon. Discovery Day is a public holiday commemorating Christopher Columbus’s dis- covery of the Sister Islands 1503. Teams vie to win Discovery Day Adventure Challenge Kramer Bell, Quincy Clark, Justin Wight and Claire Hughes work on opening a lock during a kayaking and code-finding challenge. - PHOTOS: KELSEY JUKAM Chris Spigner, Grant Collier and Jen Floyd of team 7 Milers compete in an obstacle course. The team, which also included Sherwin Bouville, won last year’s Discovery Day Adventure Challenge.The islands’ most-trusted news source 4 – EDITORIAL – Opinion&Letters The Cayman Compass welcomes comments, opinions and viewpoints from readers. Letters to the editor can be emailed to editor@pinnaclemedialtd.com, submitted via www.caymancompass.com, sent by post or hand-delivered to the Compass office. TUESDAY MAY 17, 2016 • CAYMAN COMPASS “[Donald] Trump said he’s not afraid that people will find out he’s not as rich as he says. ‘Tax returns don’t show that,’ he said. ‘They would show, do I use Cayman Islands stuff? And the answer is no, I can tell you right now. Am I ensconced in some of the crazy countries where you keep money and avoid taxes? The answer is no, I don’t do that.’” – “The Mogul and the Babe,” Maureen Dowd, The New York Times Love him or loath him, Donald Trump has a singular gift for encapsulating strains of the American zeit- geist in TV-ready sound bites. And, according to Mr. Trump, “the Cayman Islands” is shorthand for “a crazy country where you keep money and avoid taxes.” That’s the reputational hurdle our leaders must overcome when negotiating with U.K. and European officials on serious subjects such as the sharing of beneficial ownership information. When it comes to declaring what Cayman’s position is, and what exactly we have committed to do (or not), our leaders would do well to emulate Mr. Trump – in terms of being straightforward and plainspoken. In regard to Cayman’s stance on financial services transparency, there is no room for lack of clarity. And yet, confusion is precisely what ensued in the wake of the Anti-Corruption Summit in London last week. The Compass, as did many other interna- tional media outlets (including The Economist and The Guardian), and also the U.K. Prime Minister’s Office, reported – apparently erroneously – that Cayman had agreed to the automatic exchange of beneficial owner- ship information along with major European countries and international financial centers. Rather, it appears that Cayman wishes to continue playing a game of “wait and see” on beneficial owner- ship – meaning that Cayman will wait until other juris- dictions, including the U.S., embrace greater transpar- ency, and then we’ll see what happens after that. In the meantime, Cayman officials want to adhere to our current agreement with the U.K., where Cayman will develop a “centralized platform” of beneficial own- ership data, which will be shared when requested by foreign law enforcement and tax authorities. However, on this crucial issue, we cannot abide by a muddy, murky, or ambiguous approach to our communications. Our leaders must provide absolute clarity to the people of Cayman, as well as to officials in the U.K. and elsewhere, as to where Cayman stands on ben- eficial ownership information, particularly if it’s “us against the world.” We would encourage the delegates to the Anti-Cor- ruption Summit to convene a press conference post haste, in order to explain exactly what Cayman’s com- mitments and intentions are. Premier Alden McLaughlin said Cayman deserves a “seat at the table to be part of the development of any new global standards.” The way we see it, one key point of the global stan- dards appears to have been developed already – i.e., automatic exchange of information. Our understanding is that Cayman’s position is twofold: • Cayman will not swerve from our current agree- ment with the U.K. (information upon request, not automatic) until a “global standard” has been adopted by all major jurisdictions, including the U.S. • That “global standard” should resemble Cayman’s current approach (information upon request, not automatic). In essence, Cayman is arguing that we are correct, and nearly everybody else is incorrect. However, it should not be discounted that although our position may be “lonely,” it may also be just. Nevertheless, considering Cayman’s status as a British Overseas Territory and U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron’s supporting vigorously the “auto- matic exchange” of information, we should not under- estimate the challenge we face – or overestimate our ability to dictate our own destiny. Cayman’s upcoming brutal battle on beneficial ownership LETTER TO THE EDITOR Caymanians and crime Just about 11 years ago the Cayman government in- stituted visas for Jamaicans entering the Cayman Islands as visitors. Two major rea- sons were given. Firstly, the government argued that there were over 1,500 Jamaican overstayers in Cayman. Then when there was an increase in crime, fingers were pointed at the Jamaican population. As the former prison Chap- lain, knowing the elements of crime in Cayman and the population in the prison system, I stood alone and de- clared that the excuses given by the government at the time for introducing visas was in- valid and very incorrect. What you have now with approximately 90 percent of the prison population being Caymanian is just about what it was when I left the prison service in 2004. I must say that though I served as Chaplain, the prison director, John Forrester, gave me the opportunity to work in other areas and with the manage- ment staff for the betterment of the prison. While there I did an un- official survey which showed that the system in Cayman failed our young people from an early age. My survey showed that most of the in- mates had been in the system from their early years and for many they had grown in the system through other organi- zations such as the Bonaven- ture home. The survey also showed that recidivism was trendy and that inmates were now very institutionalized to the point where they were comfortable with being at Her Majesty’s Prisons. The crime problem I argued in 2005 was not a Jamaican problem but one fully Caymanian. The facts are there. On top of that I argued for an am- nesty and just over 100 Ja- maicans took the amnesty and left. This again was a slap in the face for those who argued that there were over 1,500 overstayers. As a Cay- manian now pastoring in Ja- maica, in Spanish Town to be exact, I must say that this whole farce of a visa system is probably a money-making scheme as it seems to be for other countries. I still run a travel agency in Jamaica, and should mention that I do visas for the U.K., Canada, the U.S., Australia, and even Schengen countries. None of them ask Jamaicans for a police record, only Cayman. I must reiterate that Jamai- cans are not the source of the crime problem for Cayman. We have a lot of work to do and it begins with honesty, introspection, and determi- nation. My friends at HMP are working hard with the inmates to reduce recidivism and to prepare inmates for the society. It is however the society that needs changing. Our legislators need to repeal the visa system, but if they choose to keep it, then they should fall in line with the other countries and withdraw the need for the police record. In terms of Cayman, once we can truthfully face the facts, then we should intro- duce parenting laws, par- enting classes in schools, develop local methods that work for Caymanians and stop importing methods along with people from coun- tries that do not understand the structureless mindsets of the Caymanian juvenile. Our legislators must stop talking about the drug problems and put more money into stop- ping its importation, while looking to keep our young- sters out of prison because of drugs. I would think by now that the drug court would change that, but too many of our young people are in prison for drugs or drug-re- lated problems. Our legisla- tors must invest now in our youth, as I suggested 15 years ago and was told that we had to concentrate on those al- ready there in the system. I say once again, change for the future begins today with an investment in the chil- dren. If we tackle the problem at the early stage, then the problem becomes minuscule in the future. Our legislators must listen to the voice of the people. What will our children be able to own tomorrow if everything is sold out today in the name of money? Yes, Northward is indeed 90 percent Caymanian and it is that way for a reason. Let us work now to address that and do so urgently. In closing, I am happy to see some of the lifers out. I fought for that. However, we must now look at some laws to retain some inmates. To protect our streets from se- rious crimes, some inmates do not deserve to be back on the streets. They behave well in the prison system, and I am sure back then I would have suggested parole for some of them. The truth is that the po- lice can tell you that as soon as parolees get out, many get back involved in crime. That truth broke my heart and caused some depression, but I say it is time to recognize that some of them belong in prison for life. Get the laws in place now to protect our island and keep our people proud of that one thing that makes us really different from other beautiful countries – our crime-free Cayman! Steve Blair PRINTED AND PUBLISHED BY: Caymanian Compass Limited (a subsidiary of Pinnacle Media Ltd) Compass Centre Shedden Road, George Town SEND US YOUR VIEWS OR NEWS: P.O. Box 1365 Grand Cayman KY1-1108, Cayman Islands Telephone: (345) 815-0095 Email: newsdesk@pinnaclemedialtd.com ADVERTISE WITH US: Telephone: (345) 949-5111 Email: sales@pinnaclemedialtd.com Website: www.caymancompass.com PUBLISHERS DAVID R. LEGGE AND VICKI L. LEGGE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF DAVID R. 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HURLE Y’S Following a tense morning of literary competition, Cayman Prep’s Demi-Gods team emerged as the senior division champions in the annual Battle of the Books reading competition. Held at the Sir John A. Cumber Primary School on May 7, Battle of the Books featured six schools in senior and junior divisions. With 338 points, Cayman Prep Demi-Gods slid past John Gray High’s Sherlocks team, with 331 points. As for the junior division, George Town Primary Aslans and St. Ignatius Hagrid’s Beard tied for the win with 346 points. Other teams that par- ticipated were the Sir John A. Cumber Primary School’s Mystery Readers, Cayman International’s Cats in the Hat, Olympians, and Puss in Boots, and St. Ignatius’s Lightning Thieves, Spikes, Hedwigs, and Potter Heads. “Battle of the Books was excellent this year, and all participants were very impressive,” said Paul Robinson, one of the organizers. “We must give a special mention to Cayman International School Puss in Boots in the junior di- vision. They scored a total of 344 points – only two points less than our joint junior champions.” The annual Battle of the Books is organized by the Cayman Islands Information Professionals, a library as- sociation promoting literacy and advocating for libraries. Held at the Sir John A. Cumber Primary School on May 7, Battle of the Books featured six schools in the senior and junior divisions. Students take on Battle of the Books Joint junior division winning teams Hagrid’s Beard (St. Ignatius) and Aslans (George Town Primary) pose with the trophy after the annual Battle of the Books reading competition. Dominican Republic president leads with final returns due SANTO DOMINGO, Domin- ican Republic (AP) – Dominican President Danilo Medina ap- peared to be heading to- ward a second straight term Monday as preliminary re- turns showed him with a strong enough lead to avoid a runoff with his closest rival. The Central Electoral Commission reported that the incumbent led with about 62 percent of the vote. His nearest opponent, busi- nessman Luis Abinader, had 35 percent. The numbers were based on an electronic tabulation from 55 percent of polling stations. Final results, confirmed by a manual count, were ex- pected later Monday. Participation in Sunday’s election topped 60 percent, with voters in the country and at expatriate polling sites in the U.S. and around the world choosing all 222 seats in the Senate and Chamber of Deputies as well as local offices. Polls going into the elec- tion had pointed to Medina as the likely presidential winner. His Dominican Labor Party won four of the pre- vious five presidential elec- tions and has controlled Con- gress for a decade. Opposition candidates criticized electoral authorities for starting to release prelim- inary results as some people still waited to cast ballots after voting was extended for an hour because of problems that delayed the process at many polling stations. Many people had to wait hours to vote, largely because of problems with the deploy- ment of new technology to identify voters by their fin- gerprints in this country of more than 10 million people. Delegates check each ballot for the mandatory stamp and signature during the presidential, congressional and municipal elections in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on Sunday. - PHOTO: APTUESDAY MAY 17, 2016 • CAYMAN COMPASS 6 DISTRICT DAYS District Days George Town Students get a sampling of careers JEWEL LEVY jlevy@pinnaclemedialtd.com George Town Primary stu- dents recently had an op- portunity to experience the world of work at school. The careers day held on Thursday, May 12, was a part of Child Month activities held throughout May. The careers workshop hosted a number of working professionals involving key speakers, teachers and stu- dents. The activities were also aimed at encouraging children to think about the sort of career they might want to pursue, as well as broadening their perception of the various jobs available. Children were also told about the different skills and qualifications they would need to gain to fulfill these careers. “The theme, ‘The future depends on what you do today’ as said by Mahatma Gandhi was chosen because our children are our greatest assets and our future. It’s therefore incumbent on all the stakeholders to nurture, train, enlighten and guide them from an early age,” said teacher Joan Anderson. The day provided op- portunities for the children to ask questions about ca- reers that interested them, and they had lots of fun dressing up as different pro- fessionals, such as police of- ficers, chefs, dentists, nurses, disc jockeys and more. The children enjoyed finding out about the range of careers available, as well as getting hands-on expe- rience with resources and props that the professionals brought along with them. The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman’s culinary analyst Jolene Nelson and chef de partie Crystal Marshall were among the presenters, talking to the students about working in the Ritz kitchen. “You get to make all kinds of delicious foods,” Ms. Nelson said. She described how more than 600 eggs are prepared each morning for breakfast in one of the many kitchens, accompanied by lots of waffles, pancakes, bis- cuits, bagels and much more. Ms. Nelson described the many preparation areas of the kitchen that are needed for events like banquets — then had a thought. “Do you know what a ban- quet is?” she asked her young audience. One student piped up with a response that set the room laughing. “A banquet was where you go and they cook you some really bad food!” the student said. Crystal Marshall, left, and Jolene Nelson, right, teach two students how to display and serve fruit. - PHOTOS: JEWEL LEVY Israel Ebanks wants to be a flight attendant. Year 13 students at St. Igna- tius heading to university next year recently got a chance to learn some practical culinary skills at a special cooking class. The group of 15 students learned how to prepare a simple spaghetti bolognese at the class held on Monday, May 2, led by ex- ecutive chef Julio Sanchez and chef Asok Velu, both of Mise en Place. “We wanted to be able to send our students out into the world of university with more than just grades; they need other life skills too,” said teacher Karen Whyte. The students were given basic information about the dish and what they were going to do before they each donned an apron, hairnet and pair of gloves for health and hygiene. In groups, the students then learned how to chop an onion, slice a carrot and crush garlic. “Chef Julio assisted with helping improve their technique, es- pecially how to hold a knife,” said Ms. Whyte. “He also gave them some good hints about how to make this dish in a short period of time; they each enjoyed crushing garlic before chopping it,” she added. The students then watched a demonstration of how to cook the vegetables, add meat and make the tomato sauce, as well as how to flavor it with salt and pepper and herbs. “They cooked the pasta, learnt when to tell if it was al dente, added a touch of garlic bread and waited until it was ready before de- vouring a delicious meal together,” said Ms. Whyte. Cooking up kitchen skills Year 13 St. Ignatius students had a great time learning how to cook spaghetti bolognese. In the May 18, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a pre- cursor of the Cayman Compass, news from George Town included: “Students of Triple C High School are putting the final touches on the play, ‘Onions in the Stew,’ to be presented in the George Town Town Hall on Friday and Saturday, May 20 and 21st, at 8 p.m. The drama, adapted from Betty McDonald’s book of the same name is being produced by special arrangement with the Dramatics Publishing Company of Chicago. “Absolutely hilarious – the play is a delightful and diffident comedy filled with humour and uproarious incidents. ‘Onions in the Stew,’ however, is much more than just an evening of laughter. There is a valuable lesson in get- ting something truly worthwhile from life. Students playing the lead roles are Monica Evans, Bill Watler, Sharon Ebanks, and Mar- garet Gomez. Other members of the cast include Ricky Parsons, Andrew Eden, Donald Watler, Delia Ebanks, Celene Smith, Pa- mela Jackson, Beatilee Bar- nett, Sharon Parsons, Margaret Ann Parsons, Ella Borden, Al Whittaker, Geoff Rutty, Delrose Jackson, Ladner Watler, Blanche Parsons, Mike Adam, Kearney Gomez, Charles Ebanks, Jo Ellen Thompson and Derek Farrington. “Mrs. Gay Jackson and Miss Mary Lou Hayes are directing the play with assistance from other fa- cility members. Reserved and general admission tickets are on sale at Merren’s Dry Goods, Comart and Kirk Plaza.” 50 YEARS AGO: Triple C play ramps upCAYMAN COMPASS • TUESDAY MAY 17, 2016 7 DISTRICT DAYS In the May 18, 1966 edition of the Caymanian Weekly, a precursor of the Cayman Compass, West Bay corre- spondent Leila Yates wrote: “A quiet wedding was solemnized on the 12th in the Pilgrim Holiness Parsonage, when Mr. Reginald Dilbert took as his bride Mrs. Andeen Bush, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dermot Bush. “Miss Margeret Ebanks was Maid of Honour, Mr. Rolston Rivers was best man. Misses Marylee Ebanks and Lorna Mae Crowe were brides- maids, and Messrs. Lenord Ebanks and Charlie Manderson were groomsmen. Reception was at the home of Mrs. Lee Crowe. The bride’s friends gave a shower on the 10th at which she re- ceived lovely and useful gifts. “Miss Bonnie Bell Ebanks, who lives in St. Petersburg, Florida is here vis- iting with relatives and friends. “Capt. Thomas S. Henning called here on his way to Houston, Tex. on the 7th and left on the 8th. “Mr. Lawrence Dilbert and daughter Reba returned on the 5th from Jamaica where Reba was taken for medical aid. She has benefitted from her trip. “Mrs. Bell Ebanks was made very happy on the 5th by the homecoming of her son, Gilbry, granddaughter Nella Vane, and her baby, also her grandson McKeeve. They all live in the U.S. Gilbry has been living there for several years but he makes regular visits to see his aged mother. “Returning on the 5th from Jamaica was Mrs. Cleo Moore who had been there for her health and is very much better. Mrs. Vernice Richards came the same day from Jamaica where she has been living a long time. She is visiting her father Albert Ebanks who is ill. “Messrs. Gouldbourne Bodden and Lewin Bodden returned on the 5th from National Bulk Carriers. They worked on the S.S. Commonwealth. “Mr. Raymond Welds left on the 12th to take up work with National Bulk Carriers.” 50 years ago: Dilbert Bush wedding; family visits District Days West Bay Massive success for Wesleyan hoops BASIA MCGUIRE bmcguire@pinnaclemedialtd.com On paper, the basketball team to beat in the Private School Association League in 2016 was more than likely not the one from Wesleyan Christian Academy. After all, only two players on the team had ever played orga- nized basketball before. But this group of young and en- thusiastic men interested in the sport, brought together under the umbrella of a school team by junior high teacher and basketball coach Nick Black, did not pay any attention to any preconceptions. Instead of delivering what could have been a very respectable de- velopment year for the sport at the school, the team of newbies and not- so-newbies finished the year with a 16-0 record, winning not only the Private School Association League, but also the Blue Iguana tournament held March 18 and 19, and the Pri- vate School Association tournament on April 28 as well. “They beat every team by at least 10 points and put together a really good season,” said their delighted coach, Mr. Black. He attributes their success to im- pressive determination. “The young men worked really hard,” he said, noting the school doesn’t have a gym for teams to practice. “They were out there, month after month, practicing outside in the hot sun at 3 p.m. right after school.” Mr. Black, who is in his first year teaching at the school, said he began organizing the team well before the start of the season, which ran from January to April. “I just invited all the students who wanted to play to come out to practice, and we did drills and so on,” he said, adding that the team was built from just two players at the outset, with more and more young men coming out as time went on and enthusiasm increased. “We practiced for several months prior to the season,” he said. The team’s players, who range in age from 13 to 18, were led by cap- tain Malik Ebanks, and the team’s leading scorer was Cleven Bello. The leading rebounder was Daniel Britton. “It was definitely impressive for the team to go undefeated without a close game at all,” said Mr. Black. “The whole school got behind it; it was great, with rallies, photos, and just great support.” He said he already has a lot of interest from students eager to play next year, with 20 to 30 students keen to come out and other younger prospects moving up in the coming years from the lower school. Aside from the promise this suc- cessful season has for the school’s basketball program, Mr. Black is hoping that the momentum will be carried over into other aspects of the young men’s personal lives. “Hopefully [being a part of this] will help in the future, to continue to encourage these young men get in- volved with an activity that builds character,” he said. “The whole school got behind it, it was great, with rallies, photos, and just great support.” - NICK BLACK, basketball team coach The Wesleyan Christian Academy basketball team and coach Nick Black, left, pose with trophies. There was a large turnout at the annual Mother’s Day cel- ebration at the Boatswain Bay Presbyterian Church. Held on May 8, the event featured prizes for mothers in many categories, lighting up smiles all around. “We had prizes for oldest and youngest mothers present, for mothers celebrating a birthday on Mother’s Day or during the week,” said church member Zeta Bodden. “We also had prizes for mothers celebrating an anniver- sary on Mother’s Day or during the week,” she added. “Also honored were mothers who attended church every Sunday for 2016, as well as for mothers who have three or more children that were all in attendance with their moms.” All mothers were presented with a carnation, a “mom book- mark” and a photo collage of previous Mother’s Day celebra- tions at the church. Following the morning ser- vice, everyone was treated to a beautifully decorated cake and treats. Moms honored at Boatswain Bay Presbyterian Church The mothers of Boatswain Bay Presbyterian Church8 LOCAL NEWS TUESDAY MAY 17, 2016 • CAYMAN COMPASS “A NAME YOU CAN TRUST” Bring this coupon in to get the Special Discount of $25.00 OFF on any repairs over $100 Bring this coupon in to get the Special Discount of $25.00 OFF on any repairs over $100 Service Center SERVICE | PARTS | REPAIRS ALL MAKES & MODELS ● Gas ● Diesel ● Hybrid ● Electric Call 947-0900 for appointment and directions Universal Warehouse Park, 69 Barnes Drive, G.T. 100% Customer Satisfaction Cayman Automotive Service Center has assumed ownership of MotorServices Ltd. We provide friendly & professional customer service as our ultimate goal is to service your vehicle with the highest standard and make your experience a pleasant one. four to claim the win. Bolt’s Jamaican teammate Kemar Bailey-Cole finished third in 10.18 seconds, and Caymanian Kemar Hyman finished sixth in 10.32. It was Bolt’s first race of the season as he bids to be- come the first man in his- tory to win three consecutive Olympic 100m golds. Bolt will run twice more before the Olympic trials and hopes to be consistently breaking the 10-second bar- rier by that point. Hyman, Cayman’s own rising sprint star, said he was disappointed with his time but happy to be back in George Town to race in front of a home crowd. “It was not a great time, but it was an amazing race,” he said. “I love the crowd, I’m very happy. I wish next year and the years to come it can be like this. “I just love the support from the crowd. I want to be great, and I hope they see that and support me through my career,” he added. He said it wasn’t intimi- dating lining up next to the world’s fastest man. “It was just exciting. Just to run against him is a great honor, so I feel really well.” A host of dignitaries, including Premier Alden McLaughlin and Financial Services Minister Wayne Panton who returned from London the previous eve- ning, were in the crowd to see Bolt run. In a brief speech during the opening ceremony, Mr. McLaughlin said he and Mr. Panton had the “privi- lege to represent Cayman on the world stage” during last week’s anti-corrup- tion summit, which he sug- gested had been a success for Cayman. Now, he said, Bolt’s visit was “bringing the world to Cayman.” He added, “It is a fan- tastic way to close what has been a very good week for our small islands. My heart is filled with pride.” Sports Minister Osbourne Bodden and Tourism Min- ister Moses Kirkconnell, whose ministries helped to sponsor the event, orga- nized by Cayman track star Cydonie Mothersill, were also in attendance. For more on the Cayman Invitational and more photos, see pages 15 and 16. Lightning Bolt strikes again in Cayman he said. But a new global standard on sharing ben- eficial ownership informa- tion is “a long way down the road,” he added. This does not appear to have resonated with U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron, who praised the British Crown Dependen- cies and Overseas Territo- ries. “All of them have com- mitted to having registers of beneficial ownership and crucially most of them now have committed to the au- tomatic exchange of infor- mation and automatically sharing those registers of beneficial ownership with other countries,” he said after the conference. A press release from No. 10 Downing Street also noted that “40 jurisdictions, including a number of Over- seas Territories and Crown Dependencies with major financial centers, will au- tomatically share benefi- cial ownership informa- tion.” The Economist, The Guardian and other media reported on the issue and included Cayman among the 40 countries. The Guardian explicitly noted, “The Cayman Islands were invited to the summit after they made conces- sions over the automatic ex- change of beneficial owner- ship information.” The question of whether the data is shared automatically or not is cru- cial because government and the financial services industry are still defending Cayman’s existing beneficial ownership regime. Corporate services pro- viders on island collect and maintain the informa- tion identifying the true owners of companies and other entities. This data is shared only in specific cir- cumstances when requested by foreign law enforcement and tax authorities under a bilateral agreement. In April, Cayman con- cluded an agreement with the U.K. under which gov- ernment would develop a “centralized platform” which has access to each corporate service provider’s beneficial ownership data. From June 2017, this platform will en- able a quicker handling of individual information re- quests by U.K. law enforce- ment and tax authorities, but it will not exchange all of the data automatically. The Cayman Islands government hopes that the members of the beneficial ownership initiative will also adopt this mechanism rather than develop an au- tomatic exchange system as the global standard. The Ministry of Financial Services announced that government informed HM Treasury in the U.K. that “in order to foster greater collaboration between law enforcement and tax au- thorities in the fight against corruption and tax evasion, it is welcoming jurisdictions that are participating in the initiative for the exchange of beneficial ownership in- formation to enter agree- ments with Cayman that are similar to the Exchange of Notes currently in place with the U.K.” Speaking at the Summit, Premier Alden McLaughlin said Cayman had shown its leadership role in the fight against corruption for over 20 years and offered to ex- tend the agreement with the U.K. to all conference participants. “Some examples of our engagement include the re- cent Exchange of Notes and a Technical Protocol with the United Kingdom on the exchange of benefi- cial ownership information, an arrangement which I am happy to announce today we are prepared to extend to all countries participating in this current initiative,” he said, omitting mentioning the beneficial ownership ini- tiative, included in his offi- cial speaking notes. “Because of these efforts, our credentials in the fight against corruption cannot be seriously challenged,” the premier added. “I believe we’ve earned our seat at the table to be part of the devel- opment of any new global standard.” In the same vein, Jude Scott, the CEO of Cayman Finance, appeared on Sky News following the summit in London, hailing Cay- man’s existing regime for collecting verified beneficial ownership information as superior to centralized reg- isters that are based on self- reporting, such as the one implemented by the U.K. “If we look at ensuring that we have top quality in- formation that is accurate and complete, the system that we have in Cayman is far superior to what has been proposed [by the U.K.].” Mr. Scott advocated that Cayman’s system should consequently become the global standard. The Anti-Corruption Summit communique refer- enced the beneficial owner- ship initiative for the auto- matic exchange of beneficial ownership information and called on the Financial Ac- tion Task Force, the Orga- nization for Economic Co- operation and Development and the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Pur- poses to develop initial pro- posals “on ways to improve the implementation of the international standards on transparency, including on the availability of beneficial ownership information and its international exchange.” However, Roy Tatum, se- nior political adviser to the premier, confirmed Friday that the Cayman Islands has “not in fact signed the communique.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Cayman hasn’t committed to automatic sharing of ownership data CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Hundreds came out to the Truman Bodden Sports Complex to watch the Cayman Invitational track and field meet Saturday. - PHOTOS: JAMES WHITTAKER Deputy Governor Franz Manderson caught a signed gold relay baton that Bolt launched into the main grandstand.The islands’ most-trusted news source 9 Community CALENDAR ■ COMMUNITY CALENDAR is published TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS. It is available to charitable or nonprofit organizations. Items should be submitted at least three working days before publication. Information must include name of sender, signature and contact number. ■ Items may be faxed to 949-2662, brought to the Cayman Compass office on Shedden Rd. or emailed to cwinker@pinnaclemedialtd.com at least three days in advance of publication. CAYMAN COMPASS • TUESDAY MAY 17, 2016 LUNCH SPECIAL EVERYDAY MON-SAT 11.30 TO 4PM DIM SUM SUNDAY 11-3PM Plaza Venezia, North Sound Road, George Town 945-3490 OPEN FOR DINNER DELIVERY AFTER 5PM TUESDAY, MAY 17 ROADWORK: Road resurfacing and paving will take place along Bodden Town Road, from just east of Moon Bay condos to Cherry Tree Drive. The National Roads Authority advises motorists to reduce vehicle speeds from 50mph to 15mph in this quarter-mile stretch to ensure the safety of all in while they travel through the construction zone. Roadwork is scheduled to continue until Saturday, May 21 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. FREE HIV TESTING: The Public Health Department offers free HIV screenings at the Cayman Islands Red Cross on Huldah Avenue in George Town. Testing is available 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Tuesday. CHILD PROTECTION: Presentation to preschool owners. South Sound Community Centre, 6:30 p.m., a Child Month event. SUPERIOR BUSINESS WRITING: Chamber course led by Catherine Tyson. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office in Governors Square. Members $150. Future members $225. Register online at www. caymanchamber.ky. WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 LOOKY YA: The National Museum on the Waterfront celebrates International Museum Day 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. The theme is Museums and Cultural Landscapes. SINGLE PARENTING: The Family Resource Centre hosts a Family Skills Session on the topic “Stress Less – Single Parenting.” It is geared for parents looking to gain some helpful tips and strategies for coping with the sole responsibility of raising children. The organizers also hope to develop a Single Parent Support Group. 6-8 p.m. FRC is at the Compass Centre, North Sound Road. Light dinner and childcare provided. Register at 949- 0006 or email frc@gov.ky. CONSERVATION COUNCIL: The National Conservation Council holds a general meeting from 2-5 p.m. in the ground floor meeting room (1038) of the Government Administration Building, Grand Cayman. This meeting is open to observers from the public. The agenda will be available at the Department of Environment website, www.DoE.ky. SPRING CONCERT: The Sunrise Adult Training Centre invites the public to its annual Spring Concert at the Harquail Theatre at 7 p.m., featuring “Mummeh Mia – The Barcadere Beckons,” the Sunrise Centre’s version of the hit Broadway musical “Mamma Mia!” Admission is free, but donations are welcomed. Refreshments and crafts will be on sale. THURSDAY, MAY 19 CHILD MONTH SNUGGLE & READ: The Department of Children and Family Services invites families for an evening of snuggling and reading. Families can enjoy bedtime stories, drama and literacy fun at the Cayman Academy School Hall from 6-8 p.m. Hot chocolate, cookies and other snacks will be provided by Cayman Academy School. For more information, contact the Department of Children and Family Services on 949- 0290 and dcfs@gov.ky . HUMANE SOCIETY QUIZ: Fidel Murphy’s, 7 p.m. Monthly trivia quiz to raise funds to transfer dogs to new homes in the United States. $10 entry fee per person. Maximum of six people per team. Call 949-5189 or email sarah. dyer.81@gmail.com to reserve a table. FRIDAY, MAY 20 ‘RUNDOWN’: The annual comedy revue runs weekends at the Harquail Theatre through May 29, with Friday and Saturday performances at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m. Tickets are now on sale. $25 for adults, $15 for seniors and children under the age of 12. Tickets can be reserved by calling 949-5477 or purchased online at www. artscayman.org/rundown. Outlets include the CNCF Box Office, Foster’s Food Fair (Strand), Funky Tang’s and Health Care Pharmacy in Grand Harbour. SATURDAY, MAY 21 FREE ACTORS WORKSHOP: Local actors can participate in a free workshop at the Harquail Studio Theatre as part of CayFilm. Participants ages 16 and up will learn from CayFilm Festival Director Tony Mark. The workshop will focus specifically on screen acting, which is different from stage acting. Actors will get to perform scenes in front of a camera to gain experience. Mr. Mark encourages film directors and writers to participate as well. For more information call 949-5477. CIRCLE OF LOVE PRAYER BREAKFAST: The Department of Children and Family Services in partnership with the Circle of Love Women’s Ministries hosts a prayer breakfast at 8:30 a.m. at the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort. This event offers spiritual development for children and families with a special message for children. Entertainment will be performed by talented children. For more information, contact the Department of Children and Family Services on 949- 0290 and dcfs@gov.ky . BRAC FAMILY FUN: Public Beach, South Side. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A Child Month event. WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 MOTHER/CHILD DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Educational sessions with Dr. Karina Palmer to discuss the elimination of mother to child HIV transmission and congenital syphilis in the Cayman Islands, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and on Tuesday, May 31, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Next month, the regional validation committee is expected to verify that the Cayman Islands has been certified as free of both these conditions. The educational sessions, explaining the implications of this verification, are open to the public and will take place in the Hibiscus Conference Room at Cayman Islands Hospital. THURSDAY, MAY 26 FRAUD RISK, PREVENTION: Free workshop on Identifying Occupational Fraud Risk and Fraud Prevention Controls, by Kevin Haywood-Crouch of KRyS Global. 5:30- 7:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office in Governors Square. Register online at www. caymanchamber.ky. VISUAL ARTS SOCIETY AGM: The meeting is from 7-9 p.m. at the Watler House Studio, Pedro St. James. All are invited to learn about what the society has to offer, the exciting past events and what’s coming up. Meet the board of directors and other artists. Only paid-up members will be eligible to vote. Refreshments and light snacks will be served following the meeting. FRIDAY, MAY 27 MEALS ON WHEELS COIN DRIVE: Meals on Wheels volunteers will be stationed outside participating grocery and hardware stores today and tomorrow to collect any amount you care to give. All donations make a huge difference. It takes only $5 to provide a nutritious meal to a homebound senior. Meals on Wheels is also seeking volunteers. For more information, email beulahmcfield@gmail.com or call the office 949-3905. SATURDAY, MAY 28 HATHA YOGA: The ARC, Camana Bay, 11 a.m.- noon. Cost is $30, with all proceeds to the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, Feed Our Future, and C.A.R.E - Cayman Animal Rescue Enthusiasts. Sponsored by Camana Bay, Saucha Conscious Living, Bliss Living Cayman and Photoceramics Studio Systems. Ticket outlets are at Bliss Living Yoga Studio and Winners Circle. Also at Camana Bay in front of the Discovery Centre on Saturday, May 21, from 3-5 p.m. Tickets will not be sold at door - please purchase by May 26. YOUNG AT ARTS AUDITIONS: Aspiring actors, dancers and musicians ages 14-22 are invited to audition for Young At Arts Summer Theatre Arts Intensive, which is produced annually by the Cayman National Cultural Foundation. The YAA Intensive begins July 5 and ends with a weekend of shows August 5-7. For more on the program or to book an audition, email cncf@artscayman.org or call 949-5477. Additional information can be found on artscayman.org/young- at-arts. SUNDAY, MAY 29 FAMILY FEST: Child Month event in Grand Cayman at the Agriculture Grounds. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. TUESDAY, MAY 31 SEAFARER/VETERAN DEADLINE: Today is the deadline for seafarers, veterans and their spouses to provide their current information to the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development for its health insurance database if they have not already done so. Those who have not received such a document may provide a postal address to the ministry so that the form can be mailed to them. Individuals seeking assistance may contact the ministry at asenath. blake@gov.ky or 244- 2224. Failure to respond by May 31 may result in the discontinuation of health insurance benefits. CHAMBER COURSE: Providing Optimum Customer Service, presented by Catherine Tyson. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office in Governors Square. Members $150. Future members $225. Register online at www. caymanchamber.ky. For more Community Calendar events, visit www. caymancompass.com/events. The National Museum on the Waterfront celebrates International Museum Day on Wednesday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free.Next >