The Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (PSC) will convene a special meeting and public hearing. The meeting will be simultaneously video-conferenced from the PSC on St. Thomas to the PSC St. Croix office in Sunny Isle Shopping Center, St. Croix.
Call to Order: Senate President Myron D. Jackson Invocation Anthem: National Anthem and Virgin Islands March Roll Call: Sen. Jean A. Forde, Legislative Secretary Senate Pages: Committee Reports: Chairpersons of Committees CONSIDERATION OF FLOOR AGENDA: CONSIDERATION OF NOMINATION: Nominee: Lloyd T. Bough Jr., commissioner, Department of Property and Procurement CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION: Bill No. 32-0052 […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a meeting to consider the following bills: BLOCK I 10-11:30 a.m. Bill No. 32-0066 – As Act making an appropriation from the Anti-Litter and Beautification Fund to the V.I. Waste Management Authority for the purchase of surveillance cameras to be installed at selected bin sites LUNCH 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 […]
The Coral Bay Community Council (CBCC) will hold a composting seminar. Dr. Dave Minner of Gifft Hill School/Iowa State University(ISU) and his EARTH program interns from ISU will lead an hour-long tutorial on how to compost, the nuances of composting and the environmental benefits as it relates to Coral Bay and the Virgin Islands. Scott […]
Agenda: The committee has scheduled a hearing on the following: The Medical Assistance Program (MAP) Federal grants Lease agreements Status of Vocational Rehab Program The Breast and Cervical Cancer Program Herbert Grigg Home for The Aged Sea View Nursing Home Staffing needs Youth Rehabilitation Center […]
Gifft Hill School (GHS) has announced that Prize Day will be held. Prize Day recognizes students in grades 3-12 for their talents and efforts in categories such as academics, athletics, performing arts, fine arts, GHS spirit, citizenship and more. Other acknowledgments will be made for student leadership, community involvement and travel. Students will also be […]
The University of the Virgin Islands Board of Trustees will convene. The meeting will begin with regular session agenda items. It will continue with the election of officers. A slate of candidates for the positions of chair and vice chair has been developed and will be presented to the Board for their deliberation and action.
The Board of Directors of the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) will hold its next regular monthly meeting. The purpose is to discuss administrative business and operational projects. The meeting has been canceled due to lack of a quorum. The public will be notified when a new meeting date has been arranged.
Viya, (phone/ cable TV company) invites the public to a workshop on Virgin Islands Relay services for those who are deaf, blind, hard of hearing or have a speech disability. ■ Get to know the Virgin Islands Relay team ■ Learn about different relay services ■ Refreshments will be served
The Virgin Islands Career and Technical Education Board invites public and private sector entities, CTE personnel, the leadership of youth organizations as well as parents to provide input on the programs it will offer for next five years. This input will provide invaluable information that will assist the Board in meeting the demands, opportunities and […]
The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI), through its Safety in Paradise (SIP) Program, will join the nation in observing Safe + Sound Week, June 12-18. The week is a nationwide effort to raise awareness about the value of workplace safety and health programs. As part of the initiative, SIP will host a free Safe […]
Cancer Support VI will host its next free lecture, which will be given by Daniel Kellman, ND, clinical director of Naturopathic Medicine at CTCA Southeastern in Newnan. Ga. His topic will be “Bridging Conventional Cancer Treatment with Naturopathic Medicine.” The objectives of this lecture are to separate fact from fiction, explore the latest in naturopathic […]
The St. Thomas – St. John District Board of Elections will conduct its next meeting as part of an ongoing effort to reach out to the voting public and as mandated by law, the members of the Board of Elections will meet and have election related discussions.
The Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands/Agriculture and Natural Resources Program has embarked on a project it calls Climate Change Adaptation Planning Assessment and Implementation. In executing it, the project team from the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) and the University of the West Indies will be hosting a stakeholder meeting. All farmers and […]
Sugar Bay Resort & Spa 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. The Chamber encourages members and potential members to attend.
The University of the Virgin Islands and Etelman Observatory will host its first international astronomy conference on St. Thomas, which is for paid registrants. However, there will be a specific talk designed for public-access. The talk will be geared at a general audience, so bring friends and children. The focus will be a discussion of […]
The Virgin Islands Board of Education (VIBE) Governing Board will convene a special board meeting video conferenced between the VIBE offices at Dronningens Gade, Nos. 60B, 61 and 62 on St. Thomas and the Sunny Isles Professional Building Suites 5 and 6 on St. Croix. The meeting will allow for discussion on VIBE operations.
Caribbean Community Theatre (CCT) will conclude its 32nd season with “Eclipsed,” an award-winning play written by Danai Gurira, best known for her role as Michonne on “The Walking Dead” TV series. The production tells the tale of the captive wives of a Liberian rebel officer who form a hardscrabble sisterhood. With wit, compassion and defiance, […]
The U.S. Virgin Islands Urban & Community Forestry Council Inc. will host the first St. Thomas-St. John V.I. Native Trees and Flowers Fair. The theme is “Love and Let Live V.I. Native Trees.” The fair’s objective is to build community awareness of the importance of protecting and replanting native trees, and to tell participants about […]
USVI Soccer Association will host a combined Grassroots Festival. The St. Croix, Smith Bay and UVI Grassroots programs will attend. This end of season festival rewards the players, parents/guardians and coaches for the hard work and dedication they have displayed during the season. There will be plenty of food, snacks, refreshments and soccer. Admission is […]
G-Clef Music Academy Director, James H. Gumbs Jr. is inviting the public to attend its School Year Recital. Students will perform on various instruments including piano, guitar, violin, drums and steel pan; some of the students will sing selections.
On a day to celebrate the American flag, members of District No. 10, Department of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands will honor “Old Glory” in a special ceremony. Members of the American Legion Posts in the territory will conduct a special ceremony honoring the 240th birthday of the U. S. Flag and the 242nd […]
Scheduled for June 16-18, the regatta will kick off with the TOTE Maritime Clinic, June 12-14 and TOTE Maritime Team Race, June 15. This trio of events is globally known for instruction by some of the best Optimist coaches in the world for both Green and Advanced fleet sailors, it is an opportunity to team […]
Agenda The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony on the following bills: Bill No. 32- 00064 – An Act amending Title 3, V.I.C., chapter 24, section 431, providing for a registry of the elderly and persons with disabilities living alone Bill No. 32-0100 – An Act amending Title 27, V.I.C., chapter 1, subchapter […]
TODAY'S SESSION CANCELED DUE TO FORCE MAIN BREAK. Agenda The committee will conduct a hearing to consider the following bills: Bill No. 32-0006 — An Act amending Title 17, V.I.C., chapter 5, section 41 to add marine biology as a mandatory course in the Virgin Islands school curriculum. Bill No. 32-0014 - An Act amending […]
Agenda The committee has scheduled testimony on the following bills: Bill No. 32-0093 – An Act amending Title 32, V.I.C., chapter 11, relating to horse racing adding sections 306-313 to provide for anti-doping in the horse racing industry in the Virgin Islands and to amend certain sections of Title 32, V.I.C., chapter 21, Article XVI, […]
Agenda The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive updates and initiatives, including hurricane preparedness plans for 2017 from the following departments: Virgin Islands Fire Department Association of Firefighters, Local 2125 V.I. Territorial Emergency Management Agency Virgin Islands National Guard
The Caribbean Genealogy Library (CGL) explores the history of Carnival parade traditions with presentation “Old World Influences on Afro-Creole Masquerades in the Eastern Caribbean.” During his presentation, historian Dr. Robert Nicholls will explore the vernacular history of Afro-Creole masquerades in three regions: West Africa, Western Europe and the Eastern Caribbean. Based on patterns he first […]
The second annual Charlotte Amalie Historic Step-Street Walkabout, beginning and ending at Emancipation Garden. Participants take a tour of several stairways that serve as pedestrian streets in Charlotte Amalie. They include the 99 Steps as the course follows history from Post Office Square to Blackbeard’s Hill, Bunker Hill, Garden Street, Long Path, High Road, Low […]
Pursuant to the Revised Organic Act, a Titling Board must convene to hear the initiative proposed by the Government Retirees for Fairness Inc. (GRUFF). The members of the Titling Board are Supervisor of Elections Caroline F. Fawkes, Attorney General Claude Walker and the 32nd Legislature’s Chief Legal Counsel Yvonne Tharpes. The purpose of the public […]
The Government Employees’ Retirement System (GERS) invites its members to participate in a pre-retirement planning workshop. Seating is limited; register early. The pre-registration deadline is Monday, June 19.
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 meeting to receive testimony and discuss the following bills: Bill No. 32-0058 – An Act amending Titles 12A, 27 and 20, V.I.C., to require tank trucks used to transport water to display the gallon capacity of the tank truck Bill No. 32-0061 – An Act amending Title 24, V.I.C., […]
Agenda The committee has scheduled a meeting to receive testimony, consider the following nominations and bills: 10 a.m. Nominee: Eldondane Francis — VI Taxicab Association St. Thomas-St. John District 11:30 a.m. Bill No. 32-0066 – An Act making an appropriation from the Anti-Litter and Beautification Fund to the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority for the […]
AARP Virgin Islands and the V.I. Department of Human Services’ Senior Citizens Affairs are joining to host a free screening of “Wonder Woman.” All AARP VI members from St. Thomas and St. John are invited to participate. Registration is free, but seating is limited. To register, call or visit Web site. AARP VI members of […]
Drive Green VI Nissan 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. The Chamber encourages members and potential members to attend.
The 16th Annual Relay for Life is scheduled. The American Cancer Society invites people to build a team, join a team or donate to the cause. No one is immune to cancer, but there is always hope because of the generosity and support of people who support the mission of the American Cancer Society (ACS). […]
Pistarckle Theater’s MusicFest for KidZ is a first-time fun, family-friendly event that will feature a dozen popular island musicians playing original compositions. G-Clef Music Academy will provide some cameo performances by young musicians. In addition, there will opportunities to win great raffle prizes. A cash bar and refreshments will be available. 100% of the proceeds […]
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.
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. […]
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 […]