Because the Virgin Islands has experienced such a rise in the rate of violence, the University of the Virgin Islands Center for the Study of Spirituality and Professionalism (CSAP), in partnership with the award-winning anti-trafficking, sexual violence and youth crime prevention agency More Too Life Inc., will host the first Youth Violence Prevention Summit: “Working […]
Agenda: Call to Order: Senate President Myron D. Jackson Invocation: Anthem: National Anthem and Virgin Islands March Roll Call: Sen. Jean A. Forde, legislative secretary Pursuant to Section 6 (g) of the Revised Organic Act of the Virgin Islands, the 32nd Legislature will convene in Regular Session to judge the qualifications of Senator-elect Kevin A. […]
Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) will convene a regular meeting and public hearing. It will be video-conferenced between the PSC Conference Room in Barbel Plaza, St. Thomas and the PSC office in Sunny Isle Shopping Center, St. Croix.
The V.I. Department of Health will be hosting free HIV testing sites on St. Croix and St. Thomas, in recognition of National HIV Testing Day, Tuesday, June 27. The DOH encourages everyone to go to one of the convenient locations and find out your HIV status. Getting tested for HIV is important to your health, […]
Nominee: Eldondane Francis, member of V.I. Taxi Cab Commission CONSIDERATION OF FLOOR AGENDA CONSIDERATION OF BILLS: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony and discuss the following bills: Bill No. 32-0042 – An Act repealing Title 22, V.I.C., section 1251 (a) and adding chapter 14, entitled “The Virgin Islands Insurance Holding Company System […]
The Virgin Islands Developmental Disabilities Council Inc. meeting will hold a meeting via video conference. The community is invited to make comments during the public comment period at the start of the meeting.
The Division of Fish and Wildlife of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources will hold a pair of town hall meetings on the status of recreational fisheries in the Virgin Islands. Updates about improvements to boat ramps and docks will be shared and there will be an opportunity to provide input on future projects.
The Governing Board of the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority will meet on Thursday, June 29, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. on St. Croix, in the 2nd floor Sunny Isle Conference Room. AGENDA CALL TO ORDER AND QUORUM ADOPTION AND APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE ACTION ITEM: […]
For the 17th year in a row, St. Croix residents will commemorate the July 3 anniversary of emancipation in the Danish West Indies, walking from Fort Christiansvaern to Fort Frederik. Come join the Freedom Walkers either in the beginning at Fort Christian at 4:30 a.m. or along the way.Vans will pick up individuals from Frederiksted […]
The St. Croix Board of Election will meet July 5. On the agenda are budget matters and discussion of proposed legislation: Bill 32-0097, which, were it adopted as is, would prevent voters being purged from the roles for any reason except death.
JOINT BOARDS OF ELECTIONS MEETING NOTICE Please be advised that the Joint Boards of Elections will be holding its Regular Meeting on Thursday, July 6, 2017, on St. Thomas at the Election System Office (Conference Room). The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m.
Buck Island Reef National Monument has announced that two scientists from a research team will lecture this evening. Throughout July and August, biologists from California Polytechnic State University in partnership with the University of the Virgin Islands will be studying grazing scars on live coral tissues at several locations around Buck Island. The research team, […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony on the following lease agreement and bills: BR #17-0625 – Lease Agreement between the Government of the Virgin Islands Department of Property and Procurement and the Cruzan Group LLC d/b/a Ay-Ay Palace Bill No. 32-0071 – An Act amending Title 33, Virgin Islands Code, chapter […]
The unveiling of the 2017 Virgin Islands senior women’s basketball team will be held to give media, fans and well-wishers an opportunity to meet and greet with the players and coaching staff. For the first time since 2002, St. Thomas will host an international tournament, which this time will be the Centro Basket that features […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to consider CZM permits for St. Croix and to receive updates from the Department of Public Works. Block I Carden Beach Recreation Association Inc. (CZX-2-16W) This permit allows the permittee to replace the wooden decking on the 120-foot long by 8-foot wide approach bridge that has a 110-foot […]
TODAY'S COMMITTEE MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony and consider the following bills: Bill No. 32-0105 – A Resolution petitioning the United States Congress to offer full care medical services in the Virgin Islands for veterans living in the Virgin Islands. Bill No. 32-0107 – An […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony and consider the following bills: Bill No. 32-0105 – A Resolution petitioning the United States Congress to offer full care medical services in the Virgin Islands for veterans living in the Virgin Islands. Bill No. 32-0107 – An Act authorizing the Department of Property and […]
ThinkEducation will hold it second symposium, which will be a continuation of the initial symposium held on May 9th at the University of the Virgin Islands. During the groundbreaking event in May, participants were provided an opportunity to share their assessments of public education in the territory and to provide potential solutions for advanced education […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony and consider the following bills: Bill No. 32-0011 – An Act amending Title 19 Virgin Islands Code, part VI, chapter 62, relating to noise pollution control.
The St. Croix District Governing Board of Directors of the Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center has scheduled its monthly board meeting. All board meetings are open to the public.
Agenda: The committee will conduct a hearing to receive testimony on the nomination and to consider the following bills: Block I 10 a.m. Nominee: Annie Day Henry, member, Public Employees Relations Board Block II: 11:45 a.m. Bill No. 32-0010 – An Act amending Title 13. Virgin Islands Code, chapter 5, section 531, relating to the […]
The GESC Insurance Board in conjunction with Rodgers’ Farm will implement United Healthcare Group’s 2017 Wellness Program by distributing bags of free produce to St. Croix retirees of the Government of the Virgin Islands. Bags of fresh produce will be distributed on a first-come, first serve basis, while supplies last. GVI retirees covered by United […]
The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) invites St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix solid waste and waste water haulers and the public to a series of Town Hall Meetings. The meetings will discuss the implementation of tipping fees and waste water disposal fees to be implemented on Aug. 1. These fees will apply […]
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Jehovah's Witnesses are inviting the public to a three-day convention. The one today will be held in Spanish. It will be held in English from July 21-23 and July 28-30. The theme of the convention is "Don't Give Up!" Attendees can enjoy a happy life now and a bright outlook for the future. There is […]
Call to Order: Honorable Senate President Myron D. Jackson Invocation Anthems: National Anthem and Virgin Islands March Roll Call: Sen. Jean A. Forde. legislative secretary Agenda: Pursuant to the Revised Organic Act of the Virgin Islands, the 32nd Legislature will convene in regular session to judge the credentials of Senator-elect, Janelle K. Sarauw if confirmed […]
The Virgin Islands Board of Education (VIBE) Governing Board will convene its regular board meeting today, Friday, July 14, which will continue at 9 a.m., Saturday, July 15, in the VIBE offices.
Special Olympics USVI has decided to wait until fall 2017 to hold the games in hopes of securing more volunteers and donations to support them. The Special Olympics Board has scheduled a general meeting where people will be able to sign up as volunteers.
The Virgin Islands Council on the Arts (VICA) will conduct "How to Apply" workshops for the Aug. 31st grant submission deadline. Information on projects and budget development will be discussed in detail. First time applicants are encouraged to attend.
Open Mic Night is a free event that will be held featuring both music and poetry. There will be special performances by Richard Schrader Sr., Geron Richards, Cedelle Petersen, Winnie Oyoko Loving and Sherelle Freeman. Everyone is welcome to share.
The Bastille Day Kingfish Tournament is one of the top 10 destinations worldwide to commemorate the French National Day. There will be food, drink and fun on land and fantastic fishing on the sea, with a chance for anglers to win over $13,000 in prizes – including $2,000 cash for the fisherman or fisherwoman who […]
Moving Women Ensemble Theatre presents one performance of “Old, But Still Dancing,” a play that celebrates seniors. This production consists of a dramatic reading of a full-length play that focuses on four seniors who have come together to celebrate the eldest among them, Harriet, who is celebrating her centennial. Leading up to the birthday celebration, the […]
The Board of Directors of the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) will hold its next regular monthly meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss administrative business and operational projects.
Agenda The committee has scheduled a meeting to consider the CZM permits for St. John and to consider Bill No. 32-0008 BLOCK I David McDaniel and Cheryl McDaniel (CZJ-20-II (W)) – This permit allows the use and occupancy of a rectangular shaped floating dock with 153 sq. ft. of water area. The floating dock is […]
All interested persons are hereby notified that the Virgin Islands Economic Development Commission (VIEDC), a subsidiary entity of the U.S. Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority (USVIEDA), will convene a board meeting. The meeting will be held to dispose of pending matters from the VIEDC meeting originally scheduled for July 6, which was recessed and continued. […]
Agenda The committee is conducting a hearing with the Virgin Islands Department of Health (DOH) and health related boards to discuss the following items: BLOCK I 9:30 a.m. to Noon Health Related Boards: Membership Impediments to board’s function Amendments to statute that regulate each board Report on boards under DOH by […]
Jehovah's Witnesses are inviting the public to a three-day convention. It will be held in English from July 21-23 and July 28-30. The theme of the convention is "Don't Give Up!" Attendees can enjoy a happy life now and a bright outlook for the future. There is no entrance fee, and no collections will be […]
Women Striving for Success Inc. invites women to its 5th Annual Conference, entitled "Make Every Moment Count." This will be a full-day of networking, training and empowerment sessions. Whether seeking to prepare for the next promotion, seeking to start a new business or needing encouragement to become empowered to attain dreams and goals, this will […]
Agenda The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony and consider the following bills: Bill No. 32-0045 - An Act amending Title 23, V.I.C., chapter 19, subchapters I, relating to benefits for and insurance coverage of officers and members of the National Guard of the Virgin Islands (VING) to provide for pay comparable to […]
The 2017 Pan American Youth & Veteran Fencing Championships will be held from July 23-30 on St. Thomas. Over 300 athletes from 34 countries from the Western Hemisphere, in addition to their coaches, family and friends, will take part in the event. The event is free and open to the public. The youth categories are […]
The Virgin Islands Port Authority's (VIPA) Board of Governors will conduct its regularly scheduled monthly board meeting. To purchase a meeting agenda booklet that includes supporting documentation for each agenda item, contact Julice Harley. The cost of an agenda booklet is $15.
Agenda The committee has scheduled a budget hearing to receive testimony from the following departments and agencies on the Fiscal Year 2018 budget appropriations. 9 a.m. -- Virgin Islands Police Department Noon -- LUNCH 1 p.m. – Law Enforcement Planning Commission 3 p.m. – Bureau of Information Technology
The Virgin Islands Workforce Development System Partners will host the third of its series of Business and Employer Engagement Forums: “Meeting the Demands of Our Growing Health Care and IT Sectors.” This forum is designed by the V.I. Department of Labor (DOL) for human resources professionals, business owners, business managers and other employers who are […]
Commissioner Carlos Robles of the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture is extending an invitation to all St. Croix farmers who are leasing or have written permission to occupy public farmland to a meeting. The topic of discussion will be liability insurance.
Jehovah's Witnesses are inviting the public to a three-day convention. It will be held in English from July 21-23 and July 28-30. The theme of the convention is "Don't Give Up!" Attendees can enjoy a happy life now and a bright outlook for the future. There is no entrance fee, and no collections will be […]
The Emerging Caribbean Scientists (ECS) Program at the University of the Virgin Islands invites the community to attend the 15th Annual Summer Student Research Symposium. It will feature more than 30 current UVI students, who will showcase the research they conducted while participating in the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) and the Sophomore Summer Research […]
The Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture (DOA) will hold the 5th Annual Value Added Market Day Vendorama. The purpose of the market is to allow local farmers and vendors to showcase products that are made from locally-grown agricultural produce. Products expected to be available will include honey, soaps, fruit wines, fruit-flavored honey, wines, fruit juices, […]
The St. Croix District Governing Board of Directors of the Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center has scheduled its July monthly board meeting. All board meetings are open to the public.
Author Tani Lamb will visit Saint Croix as part of her national book tour celebrating the release of her debut children’s book “T Sees an Island.” She will be signing copies of her book, which is the first of many stops around the globe for Tani as told and seen through the eyes of her younger, […]
The V.I. Government Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation Board of Directors will hold its quarterly territorial board meeting via teleconference call between hospitals on St. Croix and St. Thomas. All board meetings are open to the public.
The Virgin Islands National Guard Association Inc (VINGA) will present a scholarship and a laptop to two deserving students. The association will present a $1,000 scholarship to Danika Moving Sweeney, who is a recent graduate of the St. Croix Central High School. Kristopher Fabio, also a Central High graduate, will receive a laptop.
AARP in the Virgin Islands in collaboration with Sen. Nereida Rivera - O’Reilly, chairperson of the Health, Hospitals and Human Services Committee of the Legislature of the Virgin Islands, and The New Horizon Women invite the public to a Healthcare Town Hall Meeting. Share in the conversation on healthcare needs and concerns throughout the territory. […]
The 340 Women’s Soccer Inc. and Girls Soccer Academy have announced the launch and registration of the non-profit organizations, which were founded on Feb. 3, 2017. They are designed to help women and girls who are interested in playing soccer to reach their full potential in the sport. Theresa Calpano, president of the organizations, said […]