Public Lands Commission

Hon. Minister Dwayne Seymour, Minister for Border Control, Labour & Culture, Sustainability & Climate Resiliency, and Wellness, officiated the ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the soft opening of the newly developed Pease Bay Public Beach on Friday, 25 April. The ceremony celebrated the transformation of the area into a welcoming public space designed by Department of Public Works architect Mr. Dudley Ramsay, who attended the event. Reflecting on the land acquisition, Minister Seymour shared, “When I initially proposed spending $1.5 million to acquire this land during my tenure as Minister for Community Affairs, the idea was met with skepticism and criticism. However, with growing concerns about overcrowding at Seven Mile Beach, the foresight behind this acquisition has become clear." The new public beach offers a convenient and relaxing alternative, particularly for residents in the Eastern districts. The facility currently features four cabanas, a volleyball court, beach swing, restrooms with showers and ample parking.  Still under construction is a designated camping area equipped with power outlets and other essential resources, enhancing its usability and appeal for Caymanians, especially during the Easter holidays. Acting Chief Officer Wilbur Welcome encouraged attendees to enjoy the new amenities and highlighted the many public beaches available to residents of the eastern districts, which could be found using the Ministry's Shoreline iMap at gov.ky/shoreline. Launched in 2024 by the Ministry of District Administration and Lands under Premier Juliana O’Connor-Connolly’s leadership, the tool allows users to easily locate publicly available beach access points all across the island, promoting equitable access to natural resources.  Mr. Welcome noted that “plans have been developed by the same architect for the development of future public beach spaces at Frank Sound, Gun Bay, Lower East End, and several other public beaches while the intention is for much of the other beach land purchased and outlined on the Shoreline iMap will remain undeveloped and in their natural state”.

Cayman Brac’s ongoing development efforts reached an important new milestone in March 2025, with the official handover and opening of the Cayman Brac Accommodation Block, a project that significantly enhances the island’s ability to support large-scale public infrastructure and educational investment.
Led by Premier and Minister for District Administration and Lands (DAL), Hon. Juliana O’Connor-Connolly, the project is part of a long-standing and coordinated effort to strengthen services and opportunities across the Sister Islands. The accommodation block, with its capacity to house construction teams and service providers, now removes a key logistical barrier that has historically slowed the pace of development across the Sister Islands.
The 38-suite facility will play a central role in facilitating the construction of the new Cayman Brac high school and gymnasium, which will also serve as a national hurricane shelter with the capacity to house persons from all three Cayman Islands. The block will also be used by visiting school and sports teams, opening the door to both inter-island and international events that support the Cayman Islands’ growing profile in sports and events tourism.

Public Lands Commission encourages care for our beaches and mutual respect among campers. The Public Lands Commission (PLC) wishes to advise the public that, effective immediately, all indoor facilities at Scholars Park in West Bay, including restrooms, will be closed daily from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. This measure supports the ongoing upkeep, safety and proper use of the park’s amenities.We encourage all visitors to continue enjoying Scholars Park during daylight hours, generally from sunrise to sunset. Parks are intended for recreational use during these hours and are not designed for overnight stays, personal shelter or extended occupancy after closing. Your cooperation helps us keep these spaces clean, safe and welcoming for the entire community, and ensures that Scholars Park remains a well-maintained and functional space for everyone to enjoy.We thank the public for their understanding and cooperation. For more information, please email the Public Lands Commission at plc@gov.ky or 244 2450.We look forward to your continued enjoyment of Scholars Park during regular operating hours.