Agenda: The committee will receive testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin Islands 9 a.m. – Legal Services of the Virgin Islands Noon -- LUNCH 1 p.m. – Public Employees Relations Board Virgin Islands Labor Management 3 p.m. – Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority
U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture/Food Nutrition Service (USDA/FNS) and the V.I. Department of Human Services will host meetings on the Electronic Benefits Transfer card/ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (EBT/SNAP). They will present information on the EBT/SNAP program, which is designed to aid low-income families for purchase of food critical for […]
The Public Services Commission will convene a Special meeting via teleconference between the V.I. Port Authority Conference Room at Henry E. Rohlsen Airport on St. Croix and the PSC Conference Room, Suite 4, 1003 Estate Ross, Barbel Plaza on St. Thomas.
Agenda: The committee will receive testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin Islands. 9 a.m. – Virgin Islands Public Television 11 a.m. – Bureau of Motor Vehicles 1 p.m. -- LUNCH 1:30 p.m. – Department of Labor 3 p.m. – Department of Property and Procurement
The Virgin Islands Department of Education Division of Virgin Islands Cultural Education invites the community to attend the Ase Moko Jumbie Summer Academy’s closing performance. There will be performances by the Ase Jumbies from St. Croix, along with Culture Shock and Eccentric Jumbies (camp members) from St. Thomas. The event is free and open to […]
The V.I. Board of Education will convene a regular board meeting via video conference on Saturday, August 3 at 10:30 a.m. in the Board of Education offices located at #6 King Street, Christiansted, and 60B Dronningens Gade, St. Thomas, VI.
The Division of Personnel will hold Benefit Forums for V.I government employees and retirees. The sessions will introduce the following benefits: Short-term disability; accident injury; critical illness; long-term disability; and hospital care. 9 a.m. to noon – Cigna and United retirees 2 to 4 p.m. – Human resource officers 5:30 to 8 p.m. – Active […]
The Virgin Islands Port Authority's (VIPA) Board of Governors will conduct a special meeting to act on matters not addressed at its July 23rd meeting. To purchase a meeting agenda booklet that includes supporting documentation for each agenda item, contact Julice Holder. The cost of an agenda booklet is $15.
Acting Licensing and Consumer Affairs Commissioner Richard Evangelista is hosting a mandatory town hall meeting for every licensed vendor of Emancipation Garden Vendors' Plaza on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at the Emancipation Garden on St Thomas. This forum is to educate merchants on the rules and regulations that govern Vendors' Plaza and […]
The National Health IT Collaborative for the Underserved a non-profit organization, is hosting a series of listening sessions, August 5 and 7, about the development of a health information exchange in the territory The town halls will be taking place at the following locations: -- St. Croix: The Virgin Islands Cardiac Center - Conference Room […]
The Office of Senator Athneil ‘Bobby” Thomas will host the 2019 Milton M. Newton Summer Classic, a co-ed double elimination basketball tournament for youth ages 13-16. It is inviting the Virgin Islands community to come out and support V.I. youth and their efforts. The games will be held from Friday through Sunday and will feature […]
The USVI Soccer Association invites the entire community to a fun day of soccer. The association will host a 7 v 7 Masters Tournament at the Bethlehem Soccer Complex. The tournament is an opportunity for the more senior soccer players (40+ years) to get back in the game and show off their skills. The tournament […]
Agenda: The committee will meet to consider the following nominations: BLOCK I 9-11 a.m. Tamara Mohammed, MS, MCH, LPC, nominee for licensed professional counselor, Board of Counselors and Examiners Janette Bowers, RN, MSN, FNP, BC, nominee for licensed practical nurse, Board of Licensure Patricia Towal, MED, LPC, nominee for licensed professional counselor, Board of Licensed […]
The Virgin Islands Division of Personnel will be having Benefit Forums for its Employees and Retirees on the schedule listed below. It will be introducing the following benefits: Accident Injury; Critical Illness; Hospital Care; Short Term Disability; Long Term Disability; These new benefits are available to Active Employees on the Government’s Insurance Plan. Presentations will […]
Agenda: Rezoning Requests Applications: Petition of Nicole Toby – Requesting a use variance to the R-2 (Residential -- Low Density, One and Two Family) zoned Parcel No. 84 Estate Diamond, Prince Quarter, St. Croix (Proposed Use: To allow for the construction and operation of a beauty salon) Petition of Norma Blackwood – Requesting that Plot […]
Agenda: The committee will receive testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin Islands 9 a.m. – University of the Virgin Islands Noon – LUNCH 1 p.m. – Casino Control Commission 2:30 p.m. – Virgin Islands Elections System
After the storms, the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Reef Hotel provided employees with a grant to assist with replacing lost or damaged items. The grant was reported to the Department of Labor (DOL) by the hotel, and is now being deemed by the DOL as wages earned. As a result, the payment of unemployment wages has ceased, […]
Agenda: The committee will meet to consider legislation and receive testimony as listed below: 1. Bill No. 33-00107 -- An Act authorizing the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works to permit advertisements to be placed on VITRAN buses. (Sponsored by Sen. Dwayne M. DeGraff) 2. An update from the Waste Management Authority as to […]
The Texas Society of the Virgin Islands will host its 35th Chili Cook Off Community Fundraiser. Featuring the musical stylings of local DJs combined with live music throughout the day, this year’s event will also be adding a “Salsa Challenge.” Over 60 teams are expected to turn out their favorite rendition of Texas Style Chili, both […]
Join the Bethany Moravian Church for the movie premiere of “Overcomer,” a film made by the creators of “War Room.” Tickets are $20. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m.
Agenda: The committee will receive testimony on the following: BLOCK I 9-12:30 a.m. Bill No. 33-0008 - An Act amending Title 17, Virgin Islands Code, chapter 11, section 133, relating to school monitors employed by the Department of Education to prohibit school monitors from carrying metal batons while on school premises. (Proposed by Sen. Dwayne […]
Agenda: The committee will receive testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin Islands. 9 a.m. – Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority Noon – LUNCH 1 p.m. – Virgin Islands Housing Authority 3 p.m. – Office of Collective Bargaining
Agenda: The committee will conduct a hearing to receive testimony on the following bills: Bill No. 33-0118 - An Act amending Title 19, part IV, chapter 53, subchapter 1, V.I.C., by adding a new section 1441 requiring that all restaurants list major food allergens on their menu or menu board. (Proposed by Sen. Alicia V. […]
Agenda: The committee will receive testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin Islands. 9 a.m. --- Schneider Regional Medical Center Noon --- LUNCH 1 p.m. --- St. Thomas East End Medical Center Corporation 2:30 p.m. --- Virgin Islands Lottery
The next St. Thomas-St. John Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours will be hosted by Thali Indian Grill Restaurant. There will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres, door prizes, The Famous Chamber $3 Bar and a 50/50 raffle. Members and potential members are encouraged to attend!
Agenda: The committee will meet to receive testimony and consider the governor’s nominations to lead the following agencies and to consider the following bills: BLOCK I 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Dr. Brian Bacot, member nominee, Board of Medical Examiners of St. Thomas-St. John Christopher E. Finch, member nominee, V.I. Government Hospital and Health Facilities […]
Agenda: The committee will receive testimony and consider the following nominations and bills. BLOCK I 9 a.m. to Noon Trevor A. Velinor, commissioner nominee, Virgin Islands Police Department Noon to 12:30 --- LUNCH Block II 12:30 -- 1 p.m. Nomination: Christopher Finch, nominee, V.I. Government Hospitals and Health Facilities Corporation, District of St. Croix Bill […]
Agenda: (THIS BUDGET MEETING HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 4) The committee will receive testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin Islands. 9 a.m. – Office of the Governor 11 a.m. – Judiciary of the Virgin Islands 12:30 p.m. – LUNCH 1 p.m. – Office of the […]
Agenda: (THIS BUDGET HEARING HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 5) -- NO MEETINGS TODAY BECAUSE OF TROPICAL STORM DORIAN) The committee will receive testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Executive Budget for the Government of the Virgin Islands. 9 a.m. – Office of the Inspector General 11 a.m. – Department of Property and Procurement […]
THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO TROPICAL STORM DORIAN The Virgin Islands Port Authority's 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 Holder. The cost of an agenda booklet is $15.
(NO MEETINGS TODAY BECAUSE OF TROPICAL STORM DORIAN) Agenda: The 33rd Legislature has scheduled a Committee of the Whole Zoning Hearing to receive testimony on the following Rezoning Requests and Coastal Management Permit Hearing. Zoning Applicant: Bill No. 33-0142 -- An Act to rezone Plot Nos. 11 Remainder 12, Remainder Northern Portion and Remainder […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to consider these bills: BLOCK I 10 a.m. to Noon Bill No. 33-0105 -- An Act amending Title 12, chapter 21, Virgin Islands Coastal Zone Management by: (1) updating the chapter to reflect the current name of the department, (2) increasing the term and per diem of members […]
The Virgin Islands Port Authority's (VIPA) Board of Governors will meet. To purchase a meeting agenda booklet that includes supporting documentation for each agenda item, please contact Julice Holder. The cost of an agenda booklet is $15. (Video-conferenced from the Crown Bay Center Conference Room at 161-A Sub Base, St. Thomas to the Henry E. […]
Virgin Islands Horse Racing Commission will hold a public meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes the following: • An update from VIGLA • CZM representative will make a presentation regarding the permitting process.