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Updated Government Agencies Changes to Normal Operations in Response to COVID-19

April 24, 2020April 24, 2020 by Cindy Leigh Design

As of April 24, 2020 Here are the current operating procedures for Government of the Virgin Islands departments and agencies modifying their operations include: Bureau of Corrections The Bureau of Corrections has suspended in-person visitations at all correctional facilities and all volunteer programs, work details, and furloughs until further notice. For more information, visit boc.vi.gov. Bureau … Read more

Safety in Paradise: FREE Online Services and Resources for COVID-19

April 24, 2020April 22, 2020 by Cindy Leigh Design

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Safety In Paradise (SIP) Program is closely monitoring COVID-19 which is a global health care concern. Containing the virus at this point is especially critical to reduce the spread of the disease and its impact on businesses, workers, customers, and the general public. Employers must have a plan … Read more

Alone we can go fast. Together we can go far.

April 10, 2020 by Cindy Leigh Design

A letter received from Chamber Member & CEO / Founder of MUTINY Island Vodka, Todd ManleyApril 10, 2020 Good Morning, We wanted to write to personally thank the community for their support and their teamwork in our time of need. Especially also is a big thank you to the government agencies, and essential businesses that … Read more

Chamber Members Respond to COVID-19 with Action

May 21, 2020April 9, 2020 by Cindy Leigh Design

While our community faces many challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic that has not only affected the Territory of the US Virgin Islands, but the entire globe, many of our St Croix Chamber Members have stepped up to the challenge through innovation and collaboration. While accommodations are closed to new bookings through at least April … Read more

Government Agencies Announce Changes To Normal Operations in Response to COVID-19

December 18, 2020March 27, 2020 by Cindy Leigh Design

Updated April 7, 2020 In an effort to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, and in adherence to guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, several departments and agencies of the Government of the Virgin Islands have implemented steps to minimize person-to-person contact at their offices. Departments and agencies modifying … Read more

Governor Bryan Sends Proposed Legislation Requesting Up to $60 Million to Fight COVID-19

March 26, 2020 by Cindy Leigh Design

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has proposed legislation requesting that the Virgin Islands Legislature approve the use of $60 million to supplement government operations in anticipation of a COVID-19 related economic downturn. The 33rd Legislature is scheduled to take Governor Bryan’s proposed legislation up during a legislative session on Friday, March 27, … Read more