The document provides the agenda for various committee meetings of the Virgin Islands Legislature over the course of several weeks in August and September 2009. Key items on the agendas include budget discussions, bills related to solid waste collection and building heights, and testimony on mold contamination and group medical health insurance agreements.
The document provides the agenda for various committee meetings of the Twenty-Eighth Legislature of the Virgin Islands scheduled between October 19-30, 2009. The committees will receive testimony and consider bills related to labor issues, infrastructure projects, healthcare facilities, and other matters. Key invited testifiers include government officials, business leaders, and organization representatives.
The document discusses emergency preparedness in the King Country region of New Zealand following the 2010 Canterbury earthquake. It reports that students at Otorohanga South School have designed emergency survival packs after realizing how important preparation is. The students hope others in their community will also prepare emergency kits. A recent survey found that only 8% of residents in the Waikato region were fully prepared for an emergency, highlighting the need for better public education around disaster readiness.
The document provides the schedule and agenda for several Senate committee meetings over the course of a week. It lists the dates, times, locations, and topics to be discussed at meetings of the Appropriations and Budget Committee and Rules and Judiciary Committee. The Appropriations and Budget Committee will discuss budget items and hear from various territorial departments and agencies. The Rules and Judiciary Committee will consider nominees and bills related to elections, economic development reporting, transportation, and other issues.
The Committee on Education, Youth and Culture is holding school inspections and assessments in the US Virgin Islands from October 5-9, 2009. On October 6, the Committee on Appropriations and Budget will discuss four bills providing funding for public works projects, a nonprofit organization, a hospital, and hospital renovations. The Labor and Agriculture Committee will also hold a town hall meeting on pension reform. Various zoning applications will be heard on October 9.
The document provides an agenda for committee meetings of the Twenty-Eight Legislature of the Virgin Islands scheduled between May 17-28, 2010. Key events include a Senior Citizens Mock Session, hearings on retirement system reforms, tsunami safety measures, agriculture issues, and judicial nominations. The committees will receive testimony from government officials and consider bills on related topics.
28 0014 Restructure Office Of Adjutant Gen. Homeland Security V I T E M AGenevieve Whitaker
The document is a proposed bill to amend Virgin Islands Code regarding emergency management agencies. It proposes restructuring the Office of the Adjutant General, Office of Homeland Security, and Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA). It would remove the latter two agencies from under the Adjutant General and place the Office of Homeland Security within VITEMA. It also proposes moving the Virgin Islands Territorial Public Assistance Unit under VITEMA and placing responsibility for the 911 emergency system under VITEMA. The bill's stated purposes are to improve emergency preparedness, response, and coordination across various territorial agencies.
The document provides the agenda for various committee meetings of the Twenty-Eighth Legislature of the Virgin Islands scheduled between October 19-30, 2009. The committees will receive testimony and consider bills related to labor issues, infrastructure projects, healthcare facilities, and other matters. Key invited testifiers include government officials, business leaders, and organization representatives.
The document discusses emergency preparedness in the King Country region of New Zealand following the 2010 Canterbury earthquake. It reports that students at Otorohanga South School have designed emergency survival packs after realizing how important preparation is. The students hope others in their community will also prepare emergency kits. A recent survey found that only 8% of residents in the Waikato region were fully prepared for an emergency, highlighting the need for better public education around disaster readiness.
The document provides the schedule and agenda for several Senate committee meetings over the course of a week. It lists the dates, times, locations, and topics to be discussed at meetings of the Appropriations and Budget Committee and Rules and Judiciary Committee. The Appropriations and Budget Committee will discuss budget items and hear from various territorial departments and agencies. The Rules and Judiciary Committee will consider nominees and bills related to elections, economic development reporting, transportation, and other issues.
The Committee on Education, Youth and Culture is holding school inspections and assessments in the US Virgin Islands from October 5-9, 2009. On October 6, the Committee on Appropriations and Budget will discuss four bills providing funding for public works projects, a nonprofit organization, a hospital, and hospital renovations. The Labor and Agriculture Committee will also hold a town hall meeting on pension reform. Various zoning applications will be heard on October 9.
The document provides an agenda for committee meetings of the Twenty-Eight Legislature of the Virgin Islands scheduled between May 17-28, 2010. Key events include a Senior Citizens Mock Session, hearings on retirement system reforms, tsunami safety measures, agriculture issues, and judicial nominations. The committees will receive testimony from government officials and consider bills on related topics.
28 0014 Restructure Office Of Adjutant Gen. Homeland Security V I T E M AGenevieve Whitaker
The document is a proposed bill to amend Virgin Islands Code regarding emergency management agencies. It proposes restructuring the Office of the Adjutant General, Office of Homeland Security, and Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA). It would remove the latter two agencies from under the Adjutant General and place the Office of Homeland Security within VITEMA. It also proposes moving the Virgin Islands Territorial Public Assistance Unit under VITEMA and placing responsibility for the 911 emergency system under VITEMA. The bill's stated purposes are to improve emergency preparedness, response, and coordination across various territorial agencies.
The document provides the agendas for various committee meetings of the Legislature of the Virgin Islands scheduled between August 17, 2009 and August 28, 2009. The committees will discuss and receive testimony on bills related to health, rules and judiciary, appropriations and budget, planning and environmental protection, and economic development. They will also consider nominees and resolutions. Specific bills and agenda items are listed for each committee meeting.
~Senate Resolution
~Sponsor: Sen. Tom Harkin , D- Iowa
The Senate passed a resolution Thursday calling on the U.S. to apologize officially for the enslavement and segregation of millions of African-Americans and to acknowledge "the fundamental injustice, brutality, and inhumanity of slavery and Jim Crow laws."
Bill No. 28-0080 (Resolution) Vi Am. Club Responsible Dog Ownership DayGenevieve Whitaker
The bill declares September 26, 2009 as "Virgin Islands and American Kennel Club Responsible Dog Ownership Day". It defines responsible dog owners as those who meet five standards of care including the dog's health, safety, living conditions, quality of life and socialization. The governor may appoint a committee to organize events to commemorate responsible dog ownership.
The document provides the schedule and agendas for several Senate committee meetings in the US Virgin Islands Senate from August 3 to August 14, 2009. It lists the dates, times, committees, locations, and agenda items for 13 committee meetings during this period, with Mondays and Fridays reserved for constituent meetings and office work when no committee meetings are scheduled.
28 0028 Act Known As E C O Stimulus Funds Accntblty & Transparency ...Genevieve Whitaker
Special Ordered Bill
Sponsors: Senators Richard & Donastorg
On Thursday, May 28, 2009 during a legislative session the body unanimously (15-0) voted to override the Governor\'s veto the bill.
Statement of Fifth Constitutional Convention President Luz James II Speech ...Genevieve Whitaker
The president of the Fifth Constitutional Convention of the U.S. Virgin Islands addressed the United Nations General Assembly to summarize the territory's ongoing efforts to draft a locally written constitution to replace the current constitution imposed by the administering power, the United States. However, the governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands refused to transmit the draft constitution to the U.S. for review as required by law, citing objections to some provisions. The Constitutional Convention has sued to force the governor to transmit the draft. The president emphasized that the draft constitution is not intended to change the territory's non-self-governing status but to organize its internal governance, and asked the U.N. to support the public education process on
28-0021 Authorizing Gov. To Est.Agreement W Lincoln TechGenevieve Whitaker
The bill authorizes the Governor to establish an agreement with Lincoln Technical Institute to build a technical school in the Virgin Islands. It provides for discounted tuition for residents, at least 20 full scholarships yearly for low-income students, and an annual subsidy for Lincoln Technical Institute after constructing a $20 million technical school. It also exempts the Institute from certain taxes for 30 years.
V I E O Public Heaings On A R R A Funds May 6 To 8 2009Genevieve Whitaker
The document summarizes a public hearing on energy funding for the U.S. Virgin Islands from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. It discusses the territory's goals to reduce per capita energy consumption by 25% by 2012 and outlines various programs funded by the Act, including weatherization assistance, state energy programs and energy efficiency block grants. It proposes using the funds for activities like renewable energy projects, building retrofits, and transit improvements to increase energy efficiency and conservation in the territory.
The document is a 7-page Senate calendar for the week of June 8-19, 2009. It lists the scheduled committee meetings, times, locations, and agendas. The main committees meeting are Planning and Environmental Protection, Health, Appropriations and Budget, Rules and Judiciary, and Financial Services, Infrastructure and Consumer Affairs. The agendas include items like a lease agreement, coastal zone permits, health care issues, and various invited testifiers.
The Legislature's Committee on Appropriations and Budget has scheduled a meeting for November 3rd to consider several items:
1) A lease agreement for a waste processing facility and power plant on St. Thomas.
2) A bill relating to the Virgin Islands' highway user tax.
3) A bill allowing senior citizens and disabled persons to pay government debts at any agency.
4) A bill appropriating $500,000 for pre-kindergarten education evaluation.
5) A bill establishing a public school maintenance and repair fund.
The Committee on Health has also scheduled a meeting for November 4th to discuss services at the territory's hospitals, including dialysis units, emergency rooms
Monday, June 29
4 p.m.
Frits E. Lawaetz Conference Room, St. Croix
Committee on Housing, Sports and Veterans Affairs
Agenda:
The committee has scheduled a meeting to discuss the status of sports and recreation in the territory. There will be testimony on Horse Racing, Drag Racing, Baseball, Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Cricket, Swimming, Volleyball, Track and Field.
Tuesday, June 30
6 p.m.
Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall, St. Thomas
Committee on Housing, Sports and Veterans Affairs
Agenda:
The committee has scheduled a meeting to discuss the status of sports and recreation in the territory. There will be testimony on Horse Racing, Baseball, Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Cricket, Swimming, Volleyball and Boxing.
The document provides the agenda for various committee meetings of the Senate of the Virgin Islands scheduled between June 22 and July 3, 2009. The first committee meeting on June 22 will consider a Major Coastal Zone Management Permit, with various experts invited to testify. Subsequent meetings will discuss the Virgin Islands lottery, renewable energy bills, labor issues, and public safety bills, among other topics. The calendar also announces a Senators' summit on pension issues and notes that July 3 is a holiday.
The document provides the calendar and agenda for committee meetings of the Virgin Islands Senate from August 10-21, 2009. On Monday August 10th, the Appropriations and Budget Committee will meet at 9:00 AM to discuss the Law Enforcement Planning Commission and Drug Enforcement, and at 6:00 PM the Housing, Sports and Veterans Affairs Committee will hold a hearing on bill 28-0084 relating to establishing racinos in the Virgin Islands. On Tuesday August 11th, the Financial Services, Infrastructure and Consumer Affairs Committee will take action on several bills relating to consumer protection and government employment.
This document provides the schedule and agenda for various Senate committees during the week of June 1, 2009. On Wednesday there is an Education committee meeting to consider Bill 28-0021 about establishing an agreement with Lincoln Technical Institute to build a technical school. On Friday there is an Appropriations and Budget committee meeting to consider Bill 28-0039 about payments to the government and federal grant applications. The remaining days that week are reserved for constituent meetings and office work.
The document provides the schedule and agendas for committee meetings of the Virgin Islands Legislature from January 11-22, 2010. It lists the dates, times, committees, locations, and topics to be discussed at each meeting. Several meetings will discuss proposed bills and receive testimony from government officials and community members. One meeting will focus on addressing concerns about the operations and budget of the Division of Cultural Education within the Department of Education.
The legislative session agenda for December 21, 2009 includes consideration of floor agenda, nominations for judicial and government positions, resolutions ratifying coastal zone permits, lease agreements, and multiple bills. The schedule also lists committee meetings and locations for the following week.
The document provides the schedule and agendas for several legislative committee meetings taking place from September 21, 2009 to October 2, 2009. It lists the date, time, committee name, location, and bills or topics to be discussed at each meeting. Some meetings are reserved for constituent meetings or office work. The committees include Public Safety, Rules and Judiciary, Labor and Agriculture, and Appropriations and Budget. Various bills related to expanding peace officer status, minor identification, texting while driving, and other issues are on the agendas to be discussed.
The document provides the agenda for several committee meetings of the Appropriations and Budget Committee taking place from July 20-31, 2009. The meetings will cover discussions with various Virgin Islands departments and organizations on topics like ferry rates, elections systems, licensing and consumer affairs, public works, and more. The locations will be on St. Thomas and St. Croix.
The document provides the schedule and agendas for various legislative committee meetings from Monday, October 12, 2009 to Friday, October 23, 2009. The committees include Education, Youth and Culture; Public Safety, Homeland Security and Justice; Labor and Agriculture; Financial Services, Infrastructure and Consumer Affairs; and Health. The meetings will discuss topics such as the status of education, the Virgin Islands Drug Enforcement Bureau, wrongfully discharged government employees, repairs at the governor's residence, and the status of local health care facilities.
This Week\'s Legislative Calendar (weekending 100209).
AGENDA:
onday, September 28
0 a.m.
arle B. Ottley Legislative Hall, St. Thomas
ommittee of the Whole
genda:
he 28th Legislature will convene in Legislative Session to discuss renewal of the Group Medical Health Insurance Agreement and Group Life, Death and Dismemberment Insurance Agreement.
ill No. 28-0160 – An Act to repeal Title 22 Virgin Islands Code, chapter 9, requiring that health and dental insurance carriers conducting business in the V.I. maintain claim reserve funds in a V.I. banking institution and waive the provisions 3 V.I.C., chapter 633(b) to permit the health Insurance Board of Trustees to invite proposals from interested and qualified insurers desiring to provide life insurance coverage to the Government of the Virgin Islands
ill No. 28-0161 – To ratify the Third Renewal of the Group Medical Health Insurance Agreement and the Agreement for Group Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance between the Government of the Virgin Islands through the Health Insurance Board of Trustees, the V.I. Port Authority, the University of the Virgin Islands, the St. Thomas East End Medical Center Corporation and Frederiksted Health Care Inc., and Connecticut General Life Insurance Company
uesday, September 29
:30 a.m.
rits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room, St. Croix
ommittee on Labor and Agriculture
genda:
he committee will convene a hearing to conduct a “Mock Committee Hearing” and to receive testimony on Bill No. 28-0090 and Bill No. 28-0103
:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
ock Committee Meeting
epartment of Labor: St. Croix Labor Management Committee
articipants to include the Committee on Labor and Agriculture members, Department of Labor Executive Staff and St. Croix High School Seniors
p.m.
ill No. 28-0090 – An Act amending Title 24 Virgin Islands Code, section 282, extending Workers Compensation coverage to Water Island Search and Rescue Inc., Community Emergency Response Team and Radio Volunteers who provide assistance in times of emergency; and amending Title 27 V.I.C. relating to coverage of the “Good Samaritan” immunity non-profit groups who many receive reimbursement operating expenses by grant or donation.
ill No. 28-0103 - An Act amending Title 24 V.I.C., section 282 relating to extension of Workers Compensation benefits to members of the St. Thomas Rescue Inc., St. Croix Rescue Inc., St. John Rescue Inc. and Virgin Islands-licensed EMTs and EMT trainees
ednesday, September 30
0 a.m.
rits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room, St. Croix
ommittee on Financial Services, Infrastructure and Consumer Affairs
genda:
he committee will meet to receive testimony on the following bills:
ill No. 28-0091 – An Act amending Title 33 V.I.C., chapter 111, to establish the Single Payer Utility Fund
ill No. 28-0092 – An Act amending Title 28 V.I.C., by adding chapter 8 to enact the Virgin Islands Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act
ill No. 28-0098 – An Act amending Title 33 V.I.C., chapter 111, to establish the Territorial Active Military Service Revolving Fund
ill No. 28-0099 – An Act amending Title 32 V.I.C., chapter 13, section 244 (b) to allow members of the Lottery Commission whose terms have expired to serve until a successor has been appointed and confirmed.
ill No. 28-0105 – An Act to establish an amnesty from interest on penalties for delinquent gross receipt taxes through August 1, 2009
hursday, October 1
:30 a.m.
arle B. Ottley Legislative Hall, St. Thomas
ommittee on Appropriations and Budget
genda:
ill No. 28-0035 – An Act amending 33 V.I.C. as it relates to the Virgin Islands Highway Users Tax
ill No. 28-0039 – An Act amending Title 3 V.I.C., chapter 5, section 72, to allow senior citizens and persons with disabilities to make payment on any debt owed to the government at any government department or agency where there is a bonded cashier.
ill No. 28-0068 – An Act appropriating $500,000 to the Department of Educ
The document provides the Senate calendar for the 28th Legislature of the Virgin Islands for the weeks beginning May 04, 2009 and May 11, 2009. It lists the dates, times, locations, committees and agendas for various committee meetings to consider bills, federal grants, lease agreements, and zoning applications. Public meetings are also scheduled to discuss energy programs and pandemic preparedness. The committees will address issues relating to appropriations, education, zoning, labor, and energy during this time period.
The document provides the agendas for various committee meetings of the Legislature of the Virgin Islands scheduled between August 17, 2009 and August 28, 2009. The committees will discuss and receive testimony on bills related to health, rules and judiciary, appropriations and budget, planning and environmental protection, and economic development. They will also consider nominees and resolutions. Specific bills and agenda items are listed for each committee meeting.
~Senate Resolution
~Sponsor: Sen. Tom Harkin , D- Iowa
The Senate passed a resolution Thursday calling on the U.S. to apologize officially for the enslavement and segregation of millions of African-Americans and to acknowledge "the fundamental injustice, brutality, and inhumanity of slavery and Jim Crow laws."
Bill No. 28-0080 (Resolution) Vi Am. Club Responsible Dog Ownership DayGenevieve Whitaker
The bill declares September 26, 2009 as "Virgin Islands and American Kennel Club Responsible Dog Ownership Day". It defines responsible dog owners as those who meet five standards of care including the dog's health, safety, living conditions, quality of life and socialization. The governor may appoint a committee to organize events to commemorate responsible dog ownership.
The document provides the schedule and agendas for several Senate committee meetings in the US Virgin Islands Senate from August 3 to August 14, 2009. It lists the dates, times, committees, locations, and agenda items for 13 committee meetings during this period, with Mondays and Fridays reserved for constituent meetings and office work when no committee meetings are scheduled.
28 0028 Act Known As E C O Stimulus Funds Accntblty & Transparency ...Genevieve Whitaker
Special Ordered Bill
Sponsors: Senators Richard & Donastorg
On Thursday, May 28, 2009 during a legislative session the body unanimously (15-0) voted to override the Governor\'s veto the bill.
Statement of Fifth Constitutional Convention President Luz James II Speech ...Genevieve Whitaker
The president of the Fifth Constitutional Convention of the U.S. Virgin Islands addressed the United Nations General Assembly to summarize the territory's ongoing efforts to draft a locally written constitution to replace the current constitution imposed by the administering power, the United States. However, the governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands refused to transmit the draft constitution to the U.S. for review as required by law, citing objections to some provisions. The Constitutional Convention has sued to force the governor to transmit the draft. The president emphasized that the draft constitution is not intended to change the territory's non-self-governing status but to organize its internal governance, and asked the U.N. to support the public education process on
28-0021 Authorizing Gov. To Est.Agreement W Lincoln TechGenevieve Whitaker
The bill authorizes the Governor to establish an agreement with Lincoln Technical Institute to build a technical school in the Virgin Islands. It provides for discounted tuition for residents, at least 20 full scholarships yearly for low-income students, and an annual subsidy for Lincoln Technical Institute after constructing a $20 million technical school. It also exempts the Institute from certain taxes for 30 years.
V I E O Public Heaings On A R R A Funds May 6 To 8 2009Genevieve Whitaker
The document summarizes a public hearing on energy funding for the U.S. Virgin Islands from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. It discusses the territory's goals to reduce per capita energy consumption by 25% by 2012 and outlines various programs funded by the Act, including weatherization assistance, state energy programs and energy efficiency block grants. It proposes using the funds for activities like renewable energy projects, building retrofits, and transit improvements to increase energy efficiency and conservation in the territory.
The document is a 7-page Senate calendar for the week of June 8-19, 2009. It lists the scheduled committee meetings, times, locations, and agendas. The main committees meeting are Planning and Environmental Protection, Health, Appropriations and Budget, Rules and Judiciary, and Financial Services, Infrastructure and Consumer Affairs. The agendas include items like a lease agreement, coastal zone permits, health care issues, and various invited testifiers.
The Legislature's Committee on Appropriations and Budget has scheduled a meeting for November 3rd to consider several items:
1) A lease agreement for a waste processing facility and power plant on St. Thomas.
2) A bill relating to the Virgin Islands' highway user tax.
3) A bill allowing senior citizens and disabled persons to pay government debts at any agency.
4) A bill appropriating $500,000 for pre-kindergarten education evaluation.
5) A bill establishing a public school maintenance and repair fund.
The Committee on Health has also scheduled a meeting for November 4th to discuss services at the territory's hospitals, including dialysis units, emergency rooms
Monday, June 29
4 p.m.
Frits E. Lawaetz Conference Room, St. Croix
Committee on Housing, Sports and Veterans Affairs
Agenda:
The committee has scheduled a meeting to discuss the status of sports and recreation in the territory. There will be testimony on Horse Racing, Drag Racing, Baseball, Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Cricket, Swimming, Volleyball, Track and Field.
Tuesday, June 30
6 p.m.
Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall, St. Thomas
Committee on Housing, Sports and Veterans Affairs
Agenda:
The committee has scheduled a meeting to discuss the status of sports and recreation in the territory. There will be testimony on Horse Racing, Baseball, Tennis, Soccer, Basketball, Cricket, Swimming, Volleyball and Boxing.
The document provides the agenda for various committee meetings of the Senate of the Virgin Islands scheduled between June 22 and July 3, 2009. The first committee meeting on June 22 will consider a Major Coastal Zone Management Permit, with various experts invited to testify. Subsequent meetings will discuss the Virgin Islands lottery, renewable energy bills, labor issues, and public safety bills, among other topics. The calendar also announces a Senators' summit on pension issues and notes that July 3 is a holiday.
The document provides the calendar and agenda for committee meetings of the Virgin Islands Senate from August 10-21, 2009. On Monday August 10th, the Appropriations and Budget Committee will meet at 9:00 AM to discuss the Law Enforcement Planning Commission and Drug Enforcement, and at 6:00 PM the Housing, Sports and Veterans Affairs Committee will hold a hearing on bill 28-0084 relating to establishing racinos in the Virgin Islands. On Tuesday August 11th, the Financial Services, Infrastructure and Consumer Affairs Committee will take action on several bills relating to consumer protection and government employment.
This document provides the schedule and agenda for various Senate committees during the week of June 1, 2009. On Wednesday there is an Education committee meeting to consider Bill 28-0021 about establishing an agreement with Lincoln Technical Institute to build a technical school. On Friday there is an Appropriations and Budget committee meeting to consider Bill 28-0039 about payments to the government and federal grant applications. The remaining days that week are reserved for constituent meetings and office work.
The document provides the schedule and agendas for committee meetings of the Virgin Islands Legislature from January 11-22, 2010. It lists the dates, times, committees, locations, and topics to be discussed at each meeting. Several meetings will discuss proposed bills and receive testimony from government officials and community members. One meeting will focus on addressing concerns about the operations and budget of the Division of Cultural Education within the Department of Education.
The legislative session agenda for December 21, 2009 includes consideration of floor agenda, nominations for judicial and government positions, resolutions ratifying coastal zone permits, lease agreements, and multiple bills. The schedule also lists committee meetings and locations for the following week.
The document provides the schedule and agendas for several legislative committee meetings taking place from September 21, 2009 to October 2, 2009. It lists the date, time, committee name, location, and bills or topics to be discussed at each meeting. Some meetings are reserved for constituent meetings or office work. The committees include Public Safety, Rules and Judiciary, Labor and Agriculture, and Appropriations and Budget. Various bills related to expanding peace officer status, minor identification, texting while driving, and other issues are on the agendas to be discussed.
The document provides the agenda for several committee meetings of the Appropriations and Budget Committee taking place from July 20-31, 2009. The meetings will cover discussions with various Virgin Islands departments and organizations on topics like ferry rates, elections systems, licensing and consumer affairs, public works, and more. The locations will be on St. Thomas and St. Croix.
The document provides the schedule and agendas for various legislative committee meetings from Monday, October 12, 2009 to Friday, October 23, 2009. The committees include Education, Youth and Culture; Public Safety, Homeland Security and Justice; Labor and Agriculture; Financial Services, Infrastructure and Consumer Affairs; and Health. The meetings will discuss topics such as the status of education, the Virgin Islands Drug Enforcement Bureau, wrongfully discharged government employees, repairs at the governor's residence, and the status of local health care facilities.
This Week\'s Legislative Calendar (weekending 100209).
AGENDA:
onday, September 28
0 a.m.
arle B. Ottley Legislative Hall, St. Thomas
ommittee of the Whole
genda:
he 28th Legislature will convene in Legislative Session to discuss renewal of the Group Medical Health Insurance Agreement and Group Life, Death and Dismemberment Insurance Agreement.
ill No. 28-0160 – An Act to repeal Title 22 Virgin Islands Code, chapter 9, requiring that health and dental insurance carriers conducting business in the V.I. maintain claim reserve funds in a V.I. banking institution and waive the provisions 3 V.I.C., chapter 633(b) to permit the health Insurance Board of Trustees to invite proposals from interested and qualified insurers desiring to provide life insurance coverage to the Government of the Virgin Islands
ill No. 28-0161 – To ratify the Third Renewal of the Group Medical Health Insurance Agreement and the Agreement for Group Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance between the Government of the Virgin Islands through the Health Insurance Board of Trustees, the V.I. Port Authority, the University of the Virgin Islands, the St. Thomas East End Medical Center Corporation and Frederiksted Health Care Inc., and Connecticut General Life Insurance Company
uesday, September 29
:30 a.m.
rits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room, St. Croix
ommittee on Labor and Agriculture
genda:
he committee will convene a hearing to conduct a “Mock Committee Hearing” and to receive testimony on Bill No. 28-0090 and Bill No. 28-0103
:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
ock Committee Meeting
epartment of Labor: St. Croix Labor Management Committee
articipants to include the Committee on Labor and Agriculture members, Department of Labor Executive Staff and St. Croix High School Seniors
p.m.
ill No. 28-0090 – An Act amending Title 24 Virgin Islands Code, section 282, extending Workers Compensation coverage to Water Island Search and Rescue Inc., Community Emergency Response Team and Radio Volunteers who provide assistance in times of emergency; and amending Title 27 V.I.C. relating to coverage of the “Good Samaritan” immunity non-profit groups who many receive reimbursement operating expenses by grant or donation.
ill No. 28-0103 - An Act amending Title 24 V.I.C., section 282 relating to extension of Workers Compensation benefits to members of the St. Thomas Rescue Inc., St. Croix Rescue Inc., St. John Rescue Inc. and Virgin Islands-licensed EMTs and EMT trainees
ednesday, September 30
0 a.m.
rits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room, St. Croix
ommittee on Financial Services, Infrastructure and Consumer Affairs
genda:
he committee will meet to receive testimony on the following bills:
ill No. 28-0091 – An Act amending Title 33 V.I.C., chapter 111, to establish the Single Payer Utility Fund
ill No. 28-0092 – An Act amending Title 28 V.I.C., by adding chapter 8 to enact the Virgin Islands Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act
ill No. 28-0098 – An Act amending Title 33 V.I.C., chapter 111, to establish the Territorial Active Military Service Revolving Fund
ill No. 28-0099 – An Act amending Title 32 V.I.C., chapter 13, section 244 (b) to allow members of the Lottery Commission whose terms have expired to serve until a successor has been appointed and confirmed.
ill No. 28-0105 – An Act to establish an amnesty from interest on penalties for delinquent gross receipt taxes through August 1, 2009
hursday, October 1
:30 a.m.
arle B. Ottley Legislative Hall, St. Thomas
ommittee on Appropriations and Budget
genda:
ill No. 28-0035 – An Act amending 33 V.I.C. as it relates to the Virgin Islands Highway Users Tax
ill No. 28-0039 – An Act amending Title 3 V.I.C., chapter 5, section 72, to allow senior citizens and persons with disabilities to make payment on any debt owed to the government at any government department or agency where there is a bonded cashier.
ill No. 28-0068 – An Act appropriating $500,000 to the Department of Educ
The document provides the Senate calendar for the 28th Legislature of the Virgin Islands for the weeks beginning May 04, 2009 and May 11, 2009. It lists the dates, times, locations, committees and agendas for various committee meetings to consider bills, federal grants, lease agreements, and zoning applications. Public meetings are also scheduled to discuss energy programs and pandemic preparedness. The committees will address issues relating to appropriations, education, zoning, labor, and energy during this time period.
The document outlines the agenda for the Legislative Session committee meetings from March 8-19, 2010. It includes consideration of floor agenda, nominations, resolutions, leases, bills and committee hearings with various government departments and agencies such as the University of the Virgin Islands, Roy L. Schneider Hospital, Department of Education, Department of Public Works, and Virgin Islands Police Department. Meetings are held at Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall in St. Thomas.
The calendar summarizes Senate committee meetings and legislative sessions for the weeks of May 25, 2009 and June 1, 2009. Key events include:
- On May 26th, the Committee of the Whole will receive testimony from the governor's financial team on proposed legislation authorizing bonds for public projects.
- The Rules and Judiciary Committee will consider several bills related to transportation safety and law enforcement.
- The Planning and Environmental Protection Committee will consider coastal zone permits and receive related testimony.
- Legislative sessions will consider nominations, resolutions, zoning changes, leases, and bills on issues like liability, education programs, and pensions.
- The Appropriations and Budget Committee will receive testimony on the Virgin Islands
The Committee on Rules and Judiciary will meet on April 12, 2010 at 10:00 AM in Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall in St. Thomas to consider the following nominations and bills:
Virgin Islands Historic Preservation Commission nominations of Mr. Felipe Ayala, Jr., Mr. David Hayes, Mr. Ronald Lockhart, and Mr. Robert Moron.
Bill No. 28-0134, Bill No. 28-0194, Bill No. 28-0204, and Bill No. 28-0084, which were previously considered by the Committee on Rules and Judiciary and will be brought before the full Legislature subject to the Committee's approval.
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The document announces a week-long event in March 2010 called "Better Dads VI" on the Virgin Islands. It will feature workshops and presentations by best-selling author Rick Johnson on inspiring fathers to be more engaged in their children's lives. There will also be a seminar for women on raising boys to become good men. Most workshops will be conducted via radio to encourage community participation. The goals are to help incarcerated fathers and sons begin healing and to strengthen relationships between men and their fathers and sons. Sponsorship of $100 or more is requested to support the initiative.
This document is a sponsorship agreement form for "Better Dads V.I.", a community program. It allows sponsors to pledge financial or in-kind support by selecting from options like sponsoring radio workshops, transportation for father-son visits, or books for inmates. The form collects the sponsor's contact information and details their contribution level and any mention of their business during sponsored events. It states that pledged support helps address anger issues among young men in the community.
The Virgin Islands Commission on the Status of Women is hosting a six-week mentoring program called "Women Helping Girls with Choices and Challenges for Guys" from February 24th to March 31st that will discuss topics like personal power, the political process, health, and life after high school. The goals are to encourage higher education, discourage self-destructive behaviors, encourage economic self-sufficiency, and prepare students for womanhood/manhood. Applications are available from guidance counselors for students aged 15-18 to participate in the free program.
The document outlines the schedule and topics for the First Annual District Conference of the District Court of the United States Virgin Islands held on January 19, 2010. The conference included discussions on judicial independence, appellate review in the Virgin Islands court system, a Supreme Court roundup, and whether constitutional rights extend to US citizens in territories. It also featured a bench/bar forum on the district court overview and the magistrate judge issue with a panel of local judges.
United Nations General Assembly (64th Session) Agenda Item 68 Right Of Pe...Genevieve Whitaker
The UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY (GA) during its 64th Session (18 Dec. 2009) adopted the following RESOLUTION (A/RES/64/149): Universal realization of the right of peoples to self-determination.
~Link to Overseas Territories Review Blog\'s coverage of the resolution: http://overseasreview.blogspot.com/2010/01/un-adopts-annual-self-determination.html
The White House Project\'s GO LEAD Program: Genevieve Whitaker\'s Acceptance ...Genevieve Whitaker
Genevieve Whitaker has been accepted to attend The White House Project organization\'s GO LEAD Program! Here is the link to the organization\'s website: http://www.thewhitehouseproject.org/.
U N I C E F ( Nov. 2008) Comprehensive And Holistic Legislative Reform On...Genevieve Whitaker
This document discusses a human rights-based approach to comprehensive and holistic legislative reform on behalf of children's rights. It argues that such an approach must recognize children as rights holders, take a holistic view of civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights, and involve stakeholders in the reform process. The key principles of a human rights-based approach include universality of rights, interdependence and indivisibility of rights, non-discrimination, participation, and accountability. Legislative reform following these principles would result in a legal framework that effectively protects all children and enables the realization of all their rights.
The document outlines the terms and conditions for the INCREASE THE PEACE FUN DAY & DANCE COMPETITION 2009. It specifies that groups of 2-6 students from local schools can enter, and must submit entry forms by November 6, 2009. The competition will judge groups on choreography, use of music, showmanship, execution, formation, and synchronization. Winning groups will receive certificates and may have ambassadorial duties for the organizers for one year.
ILMA RODGERS-FRANCIS, ODC, & TS ENTERTAINMENT
WHEN: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2009
TIME: 1:00 - 9:30 P.M.
WHERE: ISLAND CENTER
CONTACT: ILMA RODGERS-FRANCIS
TEL. 772-1330 EXT. 3104, 772-3978, OR 244-3781
EMAIL: iyoungthing@yahoo.com
University of the Virgin Islands\' 4-H Club. Inaugural Organizational Meeting
~When: Thursday, October 8, 2009
~Where: UVI Research & Extension Center, Room 143
The document provides the schedule and agenda for committee meetings of the Twenty-Eighth Legislature of the Virgin Islands from August 31, 2009 to September 8, 2009. Key items include:
1) A special session called by the Governor on September 1st to discuss recommended amendments to Act No. 7064.
2) A committee of the whole hearing on September 1st to hear testimony on Community Development Block Grant legislation and proposed projects.
3) A Health Committee meeting on September 4th to receive testimony on a group medical health insurance agreement.
4) An Appropriations and Budget Committee meeting on September 8th to consider budget bills and a lease agreement for Frederiksted Health Care.
Bill No. 28-0097 Amendng 29 VIC 229 To Limit The Structures On St. John T...Genevieve Whitaker
Sponsors: Craig W. Barshinger
Subject: An Act amending title 29 Virgin Islands Code, chapter 3, section 229 to limit the structures on St. John to no more than three stories
The document discusses the Women's Institute for Leadership Development (WILD) for Human Rights and its mission to advance human rights in the US through education and implementation of human rights treaties. WILD's vision is for everyone to enjoy inherent dignity regardless of identity. The organization aims to position marginalized women as leaders to advance policies promoting community rights. The document also provides acknowledgments for those involved in creating a report on the value of implementing the UN Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) in San Francisco over the past 10 years.
Bill 28-0095 (Resolution) Expanding The Frederiksted Public CemetaryGenevieve Whitaker
This resolution requests that the Governor of the Virgin Islands negotiate with the owners of plots of land adjacent to the Frederiksted Public Cemetery in St. Croix to purchase the plots. The purpose would be to expand the cemetery, as it is quickly becoming filled to capacity. The resolution was proposed by Senator Michael Thurland and six other senators.
Bill No. 28-0037 Transfer The Administrative Duties Of The Donated Leave ...Genevieve Whitaker
Sponsors: Shawn-Michael Malone, Carlton Ital Dowe
CoSponsors: Patrick Simeon-Sprauve, Michael Thurland
Subject: An Act amending title 3 Virgin Islands Code, chapter 25, section 583b to transfer the administrative duties of the Donated Leave Program to the Personnel Merit System and for other purposes
Bill No. 28-0037 Transfer The Administrative Duties Of The Donated Leave ...
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2. Invited Testifiers
Honorable Darryl Smalls Gary Thomas
Commissioner Owner
Department of Public Works Paradise Waste
Ms. May Adams Cornwall Mr. James Bates
Executive Director Bates Trucking
Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority
Kevin Bailey Peter Catroni
Owner Yes Trash Removal
Bailey & Sons, Inc.
Trucking and Trucking Removal Service
4:00PM
Bill No. 28-0097 – An Act amending title 29 Virgin Islands Code, chapter 3, section 229 to
limit the structures on St. John to no more than three stories.
Invited Testifiers
Honorable Robert Mathes Robert F. Crane
Commissioner Architect
Department of Planning & Natural Resources
Mr. Myron Jackson Michael Mozzetta
Director Licensed General Contractor/
Virgin Islands Cultural Heritage Institute Electrical Engineer; M.C.
Mozzetta and Associate
Dawn Henry Esq. Jason Budsan
Legal Counsel Acting President, EAST
Department of Property and Procurement
Douglas Hodge Doug White
Unit chief Architect and President
Division of Permits Solar Supply
William Willigerod
3. Architect
6:00PM
Committee will take testimony from invited testifiers regarding complaints or mold contamination
at Bureau of Internal Revenue.
Invited Testifiers
Honorable Claudette Watson-Anderson Dr. John Verstraaten
Director Certified Microbial Remediation
Bureau of Internal Revenue Specialist; Environmental
Tamara Smalls, Esq., Mr. Addison P. Christian
Legal Counsel ADCON Environment Services
Bureau of Internal Revenue
Honorable Albert Bryan Dr. Adam Shapiro
Commissioner Designee Virgin Islands
Department of Labor Ear, Nose and Throat
Julia Sheen Dr. Audria Thomas
Commissioner Designee Paragon Medical Building Suite 202
Department of Health
Mr. Andre Smith Mr. Alfred Marshal & Mr. Sidney Catz
Senior Compliance Officer AS Realty Associates
OSHA
Mrs. Gizette Canegat-Thomas, Esq. Ms. Marie Vanterpool
Chairperson
Casino Control Commission
Mr. Louis Penn Ms. Talitha Anderson
Chief of Staff
Office of the Governor
Mr. Tito Morales Ms. Lorraine Smith
President
United Steele Workers of America
4. Mr. John Alexander Ms. Harriet Mansanto
USW Health Safety & Environment Department
Mr. Louis Willis Ms. Shanika Manners
Executive Director
Legislature of the Virgin Islands
Ms. Gail Blackwood Ms. Elesa Mulraine
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Time: 9:00 AM
Committee: Appropriations and Budget
Location: Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall, St. Thomas
Agenda
9:00AM Budget Update
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Committee: No committee meeting scheduled
RESERVED FOR CONSTITUENT MEETINGS AND OFFICE WORK
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Thursday, August 27, 2009
Committee: No committee meeting scheduled
RESERVED FOR CONSTITUENT MEETINGS AND OFFICE WORK
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5. Friday, August 28, 2009
Time: 10:00AM
Committee: Economic Development, Energy and Technology
Location: Frits E. Lawaetz Conference Room, St. Croix
Agenda
The Committee on Economic Development, Energy and Technology will meet to
discuss the selection of uniform addresses for the Virgin Islands and the
production of a data-layer for portable GPS units to allow first-line emergency
responders to efficiently find their way to any location in the Virgin Islands for the
purpose of protection of life and property.
Invited Testifiers
UVI Eastern Caribbean Center Lieutenant Governor’s Office
EMS Fire Services
Public Safety Chamber of Commerce & Others
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Monday, August 31, 2009
Committee: No committee meeting scheduled
RESERVED FOR CONSTITUENT MEETINGS AND OFFICE WORK
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Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Time: 6:00 PM
Committee: of the Whole
Location: Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall, St. Thomas
Agenda
6. TO BE ANNOUNCED
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Wednesday, September 02, 2009
Time: 9:00 AM
Committee: Public Safety, Homeland Security and Justice
Location: Frits E. Lawaetz Conference Room, St. Croix`
Agenda
TO BE ANNOUNCED
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Thursday, September 03, 2009
Committee: No committee meeting scheduled
RESERVED FOR CONSTITUENT MEETINGS AND OFFICE WORK
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Friday, September 4, 2009
Time: 10:00AM
Committee: Health
Location: Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall, St. Thomas
Agenda
The Committee on Health will receive testimony relative to the following agenda
item:
10:00Am – 2:00PM
Preliminary discussions on the ratification of the Group Medical Health Insurance
Agreement between the Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Health
Insurance Board of Trustees, the University of the Virgin Islands, the St. Thomas
East End Medical Center Corporation and the Frederiksted Health Care, Inc.,
and Connecticut General Life Insurance Company.
7. Invited Testifiers
Mr. John Abramson, Jr.
Chairman
Government Employees Services Commission
Mr. Andrew D. Crooke
President/General Manager
CIGNA Health Care Florida