AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoLocal Governance & Housing: Lawmakers advanced a bill to redirect $4 million from the dormant First-Time Homebuyer Program, proposing new splits for housing support and grants on St. Croix. Public Safety & Justice: Former Virgin Islands Police Commissioner Ray Martinez was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison over a bribery and fraud scheme tied to former OMB director Jenifer O’Neal. Social Protection: The Social Security Board announced a Penalty Amnesty Programme starting July 1, letting eligible contributors settle arrears with waived surcharges and penalties through Dec. 31. Business & Environment: The 2026 Impact Challenge funding for BVI ocean-health entrepreneurs has been increased to up to $250,000, with applications due June 10. Government Operations: Customs brokers and retailers met with HM Customs and the CSO to improve import declaration accuracy for the Protected Basket of Goods initiative. Youth Development: The Youth Empowerment Project’s new building on Virgin Gorda is set to open this summer, starting with about 50–70 children. Tourism & Culture: A regional heritage dialogue highlighted Caribbean identity and preservation, including work on resilient traditional houses in Saba and Dominica.
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