The United Progressive Party (UPP), under the leadership of  Joshua Francis, believes that the people of Petite Savanne deserve the opportunity to determine  their own future. While many residents were relocated to Bellevue Chopin following the  devastation caused by Tropical Storm Erika, the dream of returning home remains alive for many  families. A future UPP Government will undertake the necessary steps to make that dream a  reality.  

However, we recognize that any discussion regarding the reopening and resettlement of Petite  Savanne must first be guided by science, safety, and sound planning. Before any resettlement  initiative is approved, a comprehensive land suitability and geotechnical assessment must be  conducted to determine which areas, if any, are safe for habitation, agriculture, commerce, and  

infrastructure development. The safety of our citizens will always come first.  

Once the necessary studies have been completed and approval granted by the relevant technical  and environmental authorities, a UPP Government will establish a Special Petite Savanne  Resettlement Fund to assist qualified residents who wish to return and rebuild their lives within the  community.  

This fund will support:  

• Home construction and rehabilitation.  

• Agricultural redevelopment and farm restoration.  

• Small business development.  

• Bay oil distillation and other traditional industries.  

• Community infrastructure and public services.  

• Youth and economic empowerment initiatives.  

Petite Savanne was once a vibrant agricultural community that contributed significantly to the  economy of the southeast and the nation as a whole. The village was known for its agricultural  production, strong community spirit, and thriving bay oil industry. These traditions should not be  lost. The Petite Savanne residents should be allowed to restore their heritage.  

A UPP Government will also prioritize the rehabilitation and reopening of the Delices–Petite  Savanne roadway, subject to engineering and environmental approval. Re-establishing this critical  transportation link will improve access to agricultural lands, facilitate economic activity,  strengthen regional connectivity, and support long-term rural development.  

Unfortunately, the redevelopment of Petite Savanne has not received the level of strategic  attention it deserves. For too long, the conversation has centered almost exclusively on relocation 

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rather than on providing citizens with meaningful options regarding their future. The United  Progressive Party believes that true development empowers people with choices.  

Our vision for Dominica includes a renewed commitment to rural development, agricultural  revitalization, community sustainability, and economic self-reliance. We believe that villages such  as Petite Savanne are not relics of the past but essential components of Dominica’s future. No  community should be forgotten. No citizen should be denied the opportunity to return to his or her  roots where it is safe and feasible to do so. The people of Petite Savanne deserve that option, and a  UPP Government will work diligently to make it possible.