Government of the United States Virgin Islands

Federal Emergency Declaration Announced During Weekly Briefing

1,598 Clean Water Vouchers Distributed Over Three Days U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – President Joe Biden has approved the USVI’s request for a Federal Emergency Declaration to supplement the territory’s response to elevated levels of lead and copper found in the St. Croix water supply. During the weekly Government House briefing on Monday, VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen announced that on the evening of Saturday, […]

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1,288 Clean Water Vouchers Distributed to WAPA Water Customers

Distribution Continues on Monday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Agricultural Fairgrounds U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Water and Power Authority and members of the USVI Government’s Unified Command conducted the distribution of water vouchers over the weekend to St. Croix residents impacted by elevated lead and copper levels in their potable drinking water.

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Government House Invites Applicants for Cannabis Expungement Initiative 

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS— In alignment with Act No. 8679, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. of the U.S. Virgin Islands is urging individuals convicted of possessing two ounces or less of Cannabis to come forward for potential expungement.   This initiative reflects the Governor’s commitment to justice and fairness in applying the law, especially in light of recent

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WAPA To Distribute Drinking Water Vouchers This Weekend On St. Croix

Water customers living in areas affected by lead and copper in the water supply will be eligible ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Chief Executive Officer Andrew Smith has announced the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority’s “Clean Water Action” distribution plan for water vouchers to St. Croix residents who live in the areas affected by

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Governor Bryan Requests Emergency Declaration from President Biden Amid Water Contamination Crisis

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – In a decisive response to a critical public health situation, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has formally requested an emergency declaration from President Joe Biden. This action follows the Governor’s declaration of a local state of emergency on Oct. 30, 2023, in response to hazardous levels of lead and copper detected in the water supply of St.

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Governor Bryan Requests Emergency Declaration from President Biden Amid Water Contamination Crisis

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – In a decisive response to a critical public health situation, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has formally requested an emergency declaration from President Joe Biden. This action follows the Governor’s declaration of a local state of emergency on Oct. 30, 2023, in response to hazardous levels of lead and copper detected in the water supply of St.

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WAPA Clarifies Misinformation Regarding Potable Water Lead Levels on St. Croix

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (“WAPA” or “Authority”) would like to address recent misinformation circulating about current lead levels in St. Croix’s potable water system. As much as we work closely with the media, it is important to ensure that information received and shared has been verified and from

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Governor Bryan Announces 2023 Holiday Schedule

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has announced the 2023 Holiday Schedule. On these dates during the holiday season government employees will be granted administrative leave and Virgin Islands Government offices will be closed: Friday, November 10, 2023: Veteran’s Day (Observed) Holiday – Closed Thursday, November 23, 2023: Thanksgiving Day Holiday – Closed Friday, November

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WAPA Completes Extended Water Sampling for Downtown Christiansted, Progress Continues Towards Ensuring Community Safety

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (“WAPA” or “Authority”) has successfully completed extended water sampling in collaboration with the Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) in downtown Christiansted, an additional step in ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of the Authority’s potable water supply.  Today, sampling extended in the

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