Open forum

Prof. Paul Leary says that the news on the Limetree Refinery and the history of refineries in the Virgin Islands accentuates the need for the elimination of fossil fuels. He points out that the territory is blessed with abundant sunshine and constant winds that could form the basis for a green alternative.

The current single board of elections has been operating devoid of bylaws rules of governance and other parameters which would legitimize this body politic.

Dawn Henry gives a brief history of how the current environmental crisis was created in spite of the good intentions of the V.I. Government, the DPNR. She says that under the Trump Administration the scale was tipped in favor of big business over environmental regulations.

Glenn Webster writes that taking care of one’s parent when they are unable to take care of themselves is a gift, not a burden.

Mary L. Moorhead advises the Legislature of which courses are significant for the proper development of future generations and for a sustainable Virgin Islands economy.

Stephanie Chalana Brown brings up many issues that surround the decision to allow or not the Cowgirl Bebop Floating Lounge.

Winston Nugent has written a poem dedicated to all the young black men who died from gun violence.

The Virgin Islands Bureau of Corrections responds to the payroll issues raised by correctional officers and other employees.

Stephen DePaula Jr. writes: "We ignored the warning signs, the Trip Advisor reviews, and the facts. As a result, we were assaulted at gunpoint and robbed."

Mary L. Moorhead praises the appointment of Stephanie Berry, a person of great experience, to be the new executive director of the Virgin Islands Board of Education.