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, […]
The Government Employees’ Retirement System (GERS) invites its members to participate in a Financial Literacy Workshop. The objective of this workshop is to empower participants to take a more active role in developing a financial life plan by means of education. Participants will engage in a hands-on session where they will have an opportunity to: […]
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 […]
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 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: […]
The V.I. Department of Health (DOH) in partnership with other government agencies (Department of Public Works, Office of the Governor, Sports Parks & Recreation, Department of Education, and Planning & Natural Resources) and non-government organizations will hold a Town Hall. During a previous institute on St. Croix, a diverse group of stakeholders convened to discuss […]
Cancer Support VI, sponsored by International Capital & Management Company, has announced the next free presentation by Dr. Petra Ketterl, MD, medical oncologist from Progressive Medical Center in Atlanta. She will discuss “Cancer won’t get the best of me.”
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.
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 […]
K-VICTORIA will release seven songs at the Lucky #7 Musical Event on St. Thomas, accompanied by DJ Simba. The pre-event reception will be a Meet & Greet Fashionista Red and Black Affair from 6-9 p.m. From 9 p.m. until the stage is set for the singer’s performance, Mic Lov, Paebak, DJ Garvey, DJ Kuntry and […]
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 […]
The St. Thomas-St. John District Board of Elections will conduct an emergency meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the court order to certify the April 8th Special Election.
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Government Employees’ Retirement System (GERS) invites its members to participate in a pre-retirement planning workshop. The pre-registration deadline is Monday, July 10. Participants will learn more about their benefits: Health Insurance Coverage GERS Benefits Social Security Benefits Health Alert Financial Advisor
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.
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 […]
Rock City Wellness will host the next St. Thomas-St. John Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. Rock City Wellness is the vision made reality of Dr. Tygue Arvidson and Dr. Tylur Arvidson, who are graduates from Life University in Atlanta, Ga., with degrees as doctors of chiropractic. There will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres, door prizes, […]
The VA Caribbean Healthcare System and the Virgin Islands Office of Veterans Affairs will host a Veterans Town Hall Meeting. The purpose of the town hall is to provide the opportunity to listen to feedback from veterans and family members regarding services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The venue also serves as […]
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.
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.
The University of the Virgin Islands’ Etelman Observatory is hosting an international astrophysics conference this week, this time focused on Active Galactic Nuclei, which are galaxies that power extremely bright light sources at their cores through the interaction of supermassive black holes with nearby material that is falling into them. Two conference attendees will speak, […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
THE FOLLOWING EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Sen. Marvin Blyden has scheduled a Town Hall to meet with constituents concerned about his proposed Villa Rental Category Bill, which would add a new real property tax classification for villa rentals. People are asked to attend and share their concerns and constructive criticisms.
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 […]
The St. Thomas-St. John District Board of Elections will conduct its monthly meeting. The Official Agenda will include the certification of the April 8, 2017 Special Election.
The Ports of the Virgin Islands - Charlotte Amalie Task Force and the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) invite the Virgin Islands community to attend a Town Hall. The Cruise Task Force comprises representatives from the private sector including retail stores, ground transportation operators, spirits distributors and restaurants. Representatives from the Virgin Islands Port Authority, the […]
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 […]
This year, the St. John community will be out again in force to support Team River Runners’ 2017 Wounded Veterans program fundraiser. One-hundred percent of the proceeds will be used to bring wounded veterans down island for four different events on healing at the beautiful waters surrounding St. John. Free shuttles from town are offered; […]
A presentation and discussion co-hosted by Antilles School will soon give St. Thomas residents the chance to ‘talk trash’ with Allison Fraley, solid waste program development coordinator for Kauai County, Hawaii. All residents are welcomed and encouraged to attend. “Kauai has a 43 percent diversion rate and shares a number of similar variables (tropical island, […]
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.” It is designed by the V.I. Department of Labor (DOL) for human resources professionals, business owners, business managers and other employers who are interested […]
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 Children’s Museum will host two scientists who will give a talk on Penguin Science. The two Antarctic scientists, Viola Toniolo and Dr. Grant Ballard, have lived and worked on the last great wilderness continent for 21 years. They will talk about their experiences and take questions.
Thrive Chiropractic will host the next St. Thomas-St. John Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. There will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres, door prizes, The Famous Chamber $3 Bar, and a 50/50 raffle. Business After Hours encourages members and potential members to attend.
Agenda: The committee is conducting a hearing to discuss these topics: Mammography program Emergency Departments Fast Track Delinquent charts Outpatient surgery
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 St. Thomas-St. John District Board of Elections will conduct a post- election audit of the Special Election that was held April 8, 2017. There will be an ‘after action meeting’ with the poll workers of the Special Election.
Today is Virgin Island Hurricane Supplication Day, an occasion to recognize the potentially destructive power of nature, and give voice to our hopes and prayers to be spared the brunt of any storm to come. That same evening is also Erev Tisha B'Av, the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, remembrance of the destruction of […]
Sen. Janelle K. Sarauw will host a St. John Town Hall. This will be an open forum that will give Sarauw a chance to hear the public’s questions and concerns. Refreshments will be served. Go to her Web site to find out more about what she and her staff are working on.
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.
Synergy Fitness & Wellness Center will be hosting a monthly Diabetes Support Group, which will begin this Saturday. Kendall Kennedy, registered dietician, will lead the group. It is free and open to the public.