Archive for June, 2009

We’re going to get right to the point on this proposed 2010 fiscal year budget. What’s good for the goose should be good for the Governor, the Legislature, and the exempt government employees. In times of crisis, great statesmen lead by example. That’s a lesson apparently unlearned by those who have created this budget. ...
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The economic situation has forced Governor John deJongh, Jr. to tighten the financial belt of government spending for 2010. To that end, he has submitted a proposed fiscal 2010 budget that includes eight unpaid holidays for government employees but contains no salary or benefit cuts for members of the executive or legislative branches of...
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Crucians In Focus (CIF) is pleased to announce that St. Croix Educational Complex graduate Kurrissa Vialet has won the Crucians In Focus Scholarship Essay Contest. Kurrissa will receive $5,000 to be used toward her education at the University of South Florida. Students were asked to compose a five-page essay on the life of President Barack Obama...
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Never mind all the weird stuff. We challenge you to replicate the lightning strike you felt the first time you saw the moon walk or the Thriller video. From child prodigy to international megastar, the man was an entertainer whose life was an intense combination of elation and tragedy. And while the media frenzy...
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We’re confused about something. Government House responded Sunday to allegations by Sen. Adlah “Foncie” Donastorg that Gov. John deJongh Jr. misspent public funds on renovations underway at his private residence. Share on Facebook
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Government House is most distressed at Senator Donastorg’s assertions that public funds have been used inappropriately to renovate Governor John deJongh, Jr.’s private residence. So distressed, in fact, that Government House Communications Director Jean Greaux was compelled to respond by saying, “If Sen. Donastorg believes that he has evidence that such funds were used then...
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Guardhouse Construction Cost Detail Guardhouse Construction Contract Contractor & Liscensing Info Revised Organic Act – Governor’s Official Residence (Web version of Revised Organic Act w/o highlighted text) Share on Facebook
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2009 YTT Emancipation Commemoration Events Schedule Thursday, July 2 Emancipation Tea Meeting (in conjunction with the Department of Tourism) Featuring: Mr. Paul Keens Douglas 7:30 p.m., Fort Frederik Friday, July 3 Emancipation Fort-to-Fort Walk (produced and directed by Senator “Positive” Nelson) 5:30 a.m., Fort Christiansvaern Food Sale 12:00 p.m., Buddhoe Park Emancipation Program Featuring: Dr. Carlyle Corbin & Mr. Mario Moorhead 4:00 p.m., Fort Frederik Emancipation Street...
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We are currently reviewing the decision of the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals regarding case # 08-3897, Berne vs Government of the Virgin Islands. We will post our comments in the near future. Property Tax Ruling – 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals – Case #08-3897 Share on Facebook
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We couldn’t help but notice that the VI Board of Education staff whips around in shiny new dual-exhaust air conditioned cars while students at John H. Woodson Junior High School suffer through the heat with only dual exhaust fans to move the stifling air. Makes you wonder where the financial priorities lie…. We’re just sayin… ...
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It may well be the most important post in the Territory and newly-appointed Police Commissioner Novelle E. Francis, Jr. has accepted the challenge. We all know what the problems are. Let’s declare this the beginning of the solutions. We at Crucians In Focus are offering our support and encourage the new Commissioner to feel free to...
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Over the past few weeks, Crucians In Focus has become the primary source for information on a number of topics that are critical to the future of the Virgin Islands. We are thrilled at the volume of public discourse that has been generated and strongly encourage all of our readers to continue the spirited...
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Redfield Editorial #70 – Constitution Convention Redfield Editorial #77 – Constitution Convention Share on Facebook
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Senator Donastorg Renews Call for Audit of the Legislature Majority Caucus Rejects Audit of the Legislature Roll Call on Rejection of Legislature Audit (BR09_0572) Bill Request #09-0572 – Legislature Audit Share on Facebook
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We hope you’re not having a meal, because these pictures will put you off food for sure. These are the filthy bathrooms at St. Croix Central High School, shown in photos taken within the past three days. Participants in the recent All-Star Basketball tournament held here were forced to use these facilities – that...
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