Tag: development
Op-Ed: How Physical Space, Historical Ties, and Geopolitics Influence Development in the USVI
The University of the Virgin Islands once had the following tagline: "Historically American. Uniquely Caribbean. Globally Interactive." So, what is the link between the tagline and a development agenda for the U.S. Virgin Islands?
Magens Bay Authority and Legislature at Odds Over ‘Unconstitutional’ Bill
The Senate Rules and Judiciary Committee began a Thursday morning hearing with a contentious debate over legislation that proposes to change the composition of the Magens Bay Authority Board of Directors.
Lawmakers Push Plan to Develop Territory’s Agriculture
The V.I. Legislature took its first step Monday to creating a profitable and sustainable community-based agricultural program for U.S. Virgin Island farmers.
Bryan Removes Head of Save Coral Bay from Coastal Zone Management Committee
The battle surrounding a proposal to build a controversial marina in Coral Bay became even more complicated this week with the removal of one of St. John's Coastal Zone Management Committee members.
Magens Bay Authority Resists Senators’ Push for New Concessions
Members of the V.I. Senate's Finance Committee pressed officials from the Magens Bay Authority Board of Directors to create new food and drink concessions that reflect Caribbean culture in both Magens Bay Park and Smith Bay Park.
Savan Playground and Park Remains in Shambles After Promised Renovation
Members of St. Thomas' Savan neighborhood are concerned about the condition of the Savan Playground and Park and frustrated over delays in its long-promised renovation.
Commercial and Condo Proposal on STX East End Gets Warm Reception
Michael and Veronica Boyce want to develop the eight acres they own on the east end of St. Croix to build between 80 and 100 condominiums.
Ancestral St. Johnians Speak Out on Future of Development, Part III
This is the third in a three-part series on St. Johnians' views on the future of development on their home island.
Ancestral St. Johnians Speak Out on Future of Development, Part II
This is the second in a three part series on St. Johnians’ views on the future of development on their home island.
Ancestral St. Johnians Speak Out on Future of Development, Part I
This is the first story in a three-part series on St. Johnians’ views on the future of development on their home island.