AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCruise & Tourism: Norwegian Cruise Line says its Great Tides Waterpark at Great Stirrup Cay will open Sept. 4, 2026, with day passes and private cabanas starting May 28 for guests on or after that date. Energy Reliability: The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority reported total blackouts hitting St. Thomas and St. John twice over the weekend, tied to power-plant generation loss and mechanical faults, leaving a large share of customers without service. Cybersecurity & Public Data: A NASCIO-Deloitte study finds U.S. Virgin Islands and state CISOs’ confidence in protecting public data has fallen sharply, with third-party breaches and AI-enabled attacks flagged as top threats. Local Infrastructure: Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer called delays to the West End Ferry Terminal redevelopment a major setback after bids came in far above budget, prompting redesigns under a CDB-funded loan. Local Governance & Waste: The St. Thomas Senate advanced a green waste disposal measure allowing controlled incineration only when safer options like shredding, mulching, composting, and reuse aren’t available. Maritime Business: American Yacht Harbor in Red Hook sought an extension of Economic Development Commission tax benefits tied to upgrades, but the request was paused pending clarification.
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