U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – In an impassioned statement during Monday’s Government House Weekly Press Briefing, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced that the Government of the Virgin Islands will pay out an additional $27 million in income tax refunds over the next 30 days. This payout follows earlier distributions of $5.1 million to 1,260 taxpayers in July […]
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. is urgently calling on the 35th Legislature to take decisive action to ensure the Government of the Virgin Islands can meet its immediate financial obligations. The Governor is asking the Legislature to either expand the previously approved $100 million line of credit to the administration’s initial request
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has proclaimed the month of September Attendance Awareness Month, Labor and Management Awareness Month, Ovarian and Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, National Preparedness Month and National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Additionally, during the month of September, Virgin islanders are being asked to recognize West Indies Solidarity Day, Patriot
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U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The Government of the Virgin Islands, under the visionary leadership of Cindy L. Richardson, Director of the Division of Personnel, has launched a transformative initiative aimed at strengthening ethical standards within the government. The “Integrity in Action” Ethics Workshop, spearheaded by Aliya Felix, Esq., Personnel’s legal counsel, is more than just a
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— The Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI) is pleased to announce the initial payment of $2,500,000.00 to Pafford Medical Services, representing a critical step toward settling the arrears owed for the vital emergency medical care provided to the territory. This payment, appropriated by the Virgin Islands Legislature through Act 8875 at the
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Six days after Tropical Storm Ernesto, Communications Director Richard Motta Jr., VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen, and key agencies provided an essential update at Government House on St. Croix. Director Motta began the briefing by emphasizing the importance of taking preparedness tips seriously in order to save lives within the community. The
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U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS (August 15, 2024) – Following the recent tropical storm, The Virgin Islands Water & Power Authority (“WAPA” or the “Authority”) has been working around the clock to restore power to residents and address emergencies on the ground. The Authority understands the challenges and inconveniences faced by the community during this time and
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS (August 15, 2024) – Following the recent tropical storm, The Virgin Islands Water & Power Authority (“WAPA” or the “Authority”) has been working around the clock to restore power to its valued customers and address emergencies on the ground. The Authority understands the challenges and inconveniences faced by the community during this
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Following the impacts from Tropical Storm Ernesto, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has announced that all government offices will remain closed today to ensure the safety of all employees and the public. This closure pertains to all non-essential government services. Essential emergency services will continue to operate to manage the storm’s aftermath.
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Residents Urged to Remain Vigilant, at Home Until Storm Passes U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The National Weather Service in Puerto Rico has upgraded the tropical storm watch for the U.S. Virgin Islands, the British Virgin Islands, Vieques, and Culebra to a hurricane watch. This change, made at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, indicates that Tropical Storm Ernesto
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