June 29, 2012

Honorable Ronald E. Russell President 29th Legislature of the Virgin Islands Capitol Building St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands 00802

Dear President Russell:

Enclosed is the proposed Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2013 for the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands (“Government”). I would like to express my sincere appreciation to you for your leadership of the 29th Legislature, and for your patience as we have worked together to make many difficult decisions in the best interests of our Territory.

Over the last year, and especially since the onset of the Great Recession in 2007, our community has been subject to economic and financial challenges not witnessed in recent decades. Our resources have been severely strained and the near term options for alleviating these pressures are few. As I stated in last year’s transmittal, there are no simple solutions to the profound problems that we face, but the duty to lead falls upon each of us as public servants and stewards of the greater good. We must make the hard choices that will right our course, no matter how difficult those choices may be. I look forward to our continued collaboration in the weeks and months ahead as we embrace our responsibility to lead our community.

The economic environment that we confront is not solely of our making, but we, like all others in this global economy, must adjust to the prevailing winds. In early 2012 it was the sudden announcement of the closure of the HOVENSA oil refinery that had the most dramatic impact on the social, economic and financial fabric of our community. This decision not only ended a sixty-year relationship with the closure of the third-largest refinery in the western hemisphere, but also silenced the economic engine that powered so much of St. Croix’s business community, philanthropic giving and job creation. The operating shut-down of the oil refinery is estimated to represent a $580.0 million reduction in direct gross economic output, or approximately 13% of our total gross territorial product, and a loss of over $92.0 million in tax receipts. The closure resulted in the direct termination of approximately 2,500 employees and subcontractors, representing 12% of total employment and 27% of the average gross pay of the private sector on St. Croix. This past May, the current unemployment rate the Territory stood as a dismal 12.2% but for St. Croix, the unemployment rate increase to a shocking 14.6% from 10.8% for the prior month. It is only now, as we monitor the economic fallout that we will begin to get a more accurate understanding of the multiplier impact on St. Croix and the Territory.

Needless to say, this one corporate decision has been devastating and it requires us to further refine our expectations, especially as we navigate our way forward. This decision came upon us as the economy was beginning to stabilize and signs of sustained local economic activity were appearing. We had replaced the lost revenues by accessing the capital markets to provide the financial resources needed to sustain Government operations and to initiate capital projects to maintain a vibrant private sector. We had implemented targeted tax increases, assured judicious spending of the stimulus funds across many social and community programs to support our economy, and imposed a policy of limited hiring to reduce our employment numbers. The passage and approval of the Virgin Islands Economic Stability Act of 2011 had a tremendous impact, as it reduced our annual General Fund payroll costs by approximately $26.3 million with the implementation of the 8% salary reduction measure and resulted in the early retirement of 324 General Fund employees, which further accounts for an additional annual savings of approximately $16 million. Unfortunately, in spite of the aforementioned well intended initiatives, the reduction in overall revenues still required the elimination of 571 General Fund positions during the second and third quarters of FY 2012, which realized a net savings of $28.8 million. Not since the Cyril King administration has the government had to resort to balancing its financial affairs by impacting its hardworking and committed workforce. However as entrusted leaders, placed into the position by the power of the ballot, that tough decision had to be made to preserve the critical services we offer to our citizens.

The challenges of our current environment are not only to manage for the near term—the next twelve months—but more importantly to begin to restructure public sector operations, so that costs are in line with our reduced financial resources, critical services continue to be provided, and we begin to transform our economic platform to achieve and drive growth. We must manage these interwoven events within a complex global economy. The U.S. faces a jobless recovery as unemployment hovers around 8.2%, the European community is struggling with austerity policies and with uncertainty surrounding the strength of its currency union, and even certain emerging economies (Brazil, Russia, India and China) that have signaled strong growth now are showing evidence of slowing. There is simply no denying that the economic ramifications of events in the larger world are and will continue to be felt in the U.S. Virgin Islands and will drive our tourism traffic, manufacturing activity, submission of new economic development applications, and prospects to obtain financing for private sector projects or support for construction activity. Our charge is to execute on the needed changes that will put us on the right path for long-term growth as we manage through the next twelve months of activity.

The General Fund operating budget for FY2013 is based on a net revenue projection of $695.8 million. This revenue projection reflects the anticipated reduction and leveling in our core revenue streams due primarily to the changes to corporate income and gross receipts tax income. The impact of the national recession on our core revenue streams remains severe, as projected total net revenues are still $100.0 million below pre-crisis levels. On a positive note, revenues attributable to real property taxes continue to rise, as do individual income taxes as a result of our specific focus on the collection of past due obligations. The projected total resources available in the FY 2013 budget is $849.6 million, down for the third year in a row, and down $25 million from FY 2012.

This budget reflects revenues available for appropriations of $695.8 million, 2.4% below FY2012 levels, representing $17.0 million in operating funds that are not available to the departments and agencies for the provision of services in FY2013. During this challenging budgeting process we havecontinued our policy of not filling General Fund supported positions unless deemed absolutely critical, eliminated programs and services that could no longer be justified in this economic

environment, and streamlined processes whenever possible and shifted costs to achieve more equity and efficiency.

The revenue pressures that we confront are not unexpected given the economic factors and the external forces that impact our local economy. As such, we will continue to be vigilant in the spending of public funds, to seek operational efficiencies in our departments and agencies, and to make structural adjustments that will result in long-term savings. Within the mix, we must also ensure that capital project activity be initiated either directly by the public sector or by facilitating rather than hindering private sector investment.

Some of the key elements in the foundation of the FY2013 Budget include:

 We plan to streamline the eligibility process of the Women, Infants and Children unit within the Department of Health through the eligibility platform in the Department of Human Services to avoid duplication of resources and to better serve the customer;

 The transfer of the Medical Assistance Program from the Department of Health to the Department of Human Services to achieve synergy with their collective missions as we implement the MMIS. This will enable us to improve service delivery to the client who are frequently beneficiaries of more than one of our social service programs and take advantage of over $300 million in federal funding available to the U.S. Virgin Islands.

 Increased funding to the East End Health and Frederiksted Health Center to expand their clinic services since the Department of Health closed its dental, dermatology and eye clinics;

 Legislation to (i) revise provisions of the career incentive program to be a one-time bonus instead of a recurring payment and to (ii) eliminate the payment of a ‘night differential’;

 Funding for additional staff and operating costs to open the Charles Wesley Turnbull Regional Library;

 Increased funding to cover the higher health insurance premiums for the increasing number of retirees;

 Transfer of the Bureau of Economic Research to the Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority;

 Shifting the funding of the Office of Collective Bargaining to the Union Arbitration Fund, similar to that of the Public Employees Relations Board and the Labor Management Committee;

 Commenced discussions with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Patrol, on the cost elements in the collections of customs duty and the need to revise the process for cost savings;

 Increase in the Workmen Compensation premiums to effectuate certain program reforms and additional funding to cover the Government’s share of increased employer contributions;

 Re-instate the 8% salary reduction, which was enabled by the Virgin Islands Economic Stability Act of 2011, effective in July 2013;

 Re-allocate the cost-share health insurance premiums of active employees and retirees to a 60/40 split instead of the current 65/35 split;

 Institute the operating policy that the cost of the employer share of health insurance is capped;

 Increased funding to the Special Revenue Collection Task Force to concentrate on businesses and individuals that are under-reporting and not reporting tax obligations;

 Progress made on a memorandum of agreement between Fire Service and the Department of Health to streamline our first responder requirements, while funding EMT trainees to reduce the overtime costs in both agencies;

 Funds to cover the (i) Excessive Force Consent Decree correction plan of the Police Department, (ii) the Golden Grove Correctional Institution (USDOJ) and the Criminal Justice Complex (ACLU) consent decrees of the Bureau of Correction and (iii) the required Third Party Fiduciary pursuant to the 2002 Compliance Agreement and the 2011 USED Special Conditions;

 Continued investment in early childhood education with implementation of the Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) that will lead to higher standards and performance in our daycare and development centers; and

 Funding the 20% local match requirement in order to obtain $5 million U.S. Department of Commerce/USEDA federal grant to establish a revolving loan fund to assist small business.

In addition to the above, we have allocated funding to expand the MAP program to serve more of the population in need of medical services and consistent with Healthcare Reform, to school maintenance and repair, to road repairs and striping, to mental health operations, and to provide additional legal services to handle increased caseloads.

Faced with the reality of diminished core revenues for the third budget year, we took extreme care to craft the leanest possible budget for FY 2013. As noted earlier, we have developed the budget by not filling General Fund supported positions, unless absolutely critical, eliminating programs and services that could no longer be justified in this economic environment, streamlining processes and shifting costs. Yet the need for working capital persists, and this need is a direct consequence of the loss of HOVENSA generated revenues, a circumstance that we could not foresee. Accordingly we have no recourse but to utilize $60.0 million of the $120 million we intend to borrow in FY 2012 for working capital to close the gap in the FY 2013 budget. It is my sincere belief that in subsequent years this gap will be reduced with the implementation of our growth strategies and continued focus on the collection of past due taxes. If the HOVENSA revenues were still available to the Government, even at the lower levels collected in the current years, we would not have had to borrow the full $120 million authorized by the Legislature to augment FY 2013 revenues even with the re-instatement of the salary levels. To avoid borrowing the full $120 million we would have to dismiss more employees, and this is a policy I do not endorse.

I ask that you and each of the members of the 29th Legislature give due consideration to this budget. I am committed to working with you to ensure that we have a functional and realistic FY2013 operating budget. I am hopeful that our future is extremely bright and that together we will set a dynamic foundation during this very challenging period in our history by “Building Sustainability: A Foundation to Progress.”

Thank you for your continued support and guidance on behalf of our community.

GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS ---o--- THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET No. 5041 NORRE GADE EMANCIPATION GARDEN STATION, 2ND FLOOR Tel: 340-774-0750 ST. THOMAS, VI 00802 Fax: 340-776-0069

June 29, 2012

Dear Governor de Jongh, Jr.

The Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget for the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands (GVI), totaling $695.8 million, is hereby submitted for your consideration and transmittal to the Twenty-ninth (29th) Legislature of the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget is $35.5 million less than the Fiscal Year 2012 Executive Budget of $731.3 million that was submitted one year ago and is more than $30.0 million less than the revised Fiscal Year 2012 current appropriation level of $725.8 million.

The theme of the Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget is “Building Sustainability: A Foundation to Progress.” The Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget continues the paradigm shift that results in the submission of a balanced budget, despite the fact that Territory’s economic recovery and growth is now more than ever tied to the anemic growth of the U.S. economy because of the HOVENSA Refinery closure.

The Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget funds aggressive revenue enhancement and expenditure reduction initiatives designed to facilitate a balanced budget and is funded by a portion of the working capital proceeds previously approved and obtained in Fiscal Year 2012. It includes legislation that proposes to reduce costs, to reform existing safety net and other programs, to restructure and/or eliminate some entities and to restructure and realign all programs within the parameters of available resources and according to reordered priorities.

The budgetary paradigm shift that is proposed continues efforts to more effectively align government operations and the related costs with available resources and is driven by the agents of international, national, regional and local financial changed circumstances and realities. Given the continuing economic challenges, despite our geographical isolation, our insular economy, our limited economies of scale and other unique challenges we must find the intestinal fortitude to get our financial house in order so that we can build a better foundation for future generations of Virgin Islanders.

The Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget of $695.8 million is allocated in the following budgetary categories:

 $249.3 million in Personnel Services,  $120.7 million in Fringe Benefits,  $ 10.6 million in Supplies,  $142.9 million in Other Services and Charges,  $ 27.7 million in Utilities,  $143.2 million in All Expenses, and  $ 1.1 million in Capital Outlays.

The All Expenses budget category includes proposed appropriations for the other branches of government (i.e. the Legislature and the Judiciary) of $45.5 million, the University of the Virgin Islands of $28.1 million, WTJX Public Television of $3.8 million and the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority of $23.8 million. Additionally, the Fiscal Year 2013 Miscellaneous Section of the Budget is $103.4 million.

The General Fund Revenues and Contribution Schedule, Actual, Estimated, and Projected for Fiscal Years 2009 through 2013, reflects Adjusted General Fund Net Revenues available for appropriation of $695.8 million during Fiscal Year 2013. However, General Fund Gross Revenues reflected in the Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget total $849.6 million, which when reduced by $82 million for Tax Refunds, $5.8 million for the Infrastructure Subsidy, $258 thousand due to the U.S. Virgin Islands Port Authority, $53.5 million in Debt Service and $12.1 million for Transfers Out mirrors the General Fund Revenues and Contribution Schedule, Actual, Estimated, and Projected for Fiscal Years 2009 through 2013.

The Total Appropriated and Non-Appropriated Funds reflected in the Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget are $1.1 billion, comprised of the following:

 $695.8 million - General Fund (Net);  $107.0 million – Other Appropriated Funds;  $ 0.7 million – ARRA Funds;  $161.6 million – Federal Funds;  $116.4 million – Non-Governmental Funds; and,  $ 60.0 million – Other Non-Appropriated Funds.

The Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget also includes proposed appropriations for the Supreme Court, the Superior Court, the Office of the Public Defender, and the Judicial Council and Miscellaneous appropriations inclusive of the following:

 $23.9 million for Health Insurance for Retirees;  $ 9.0 million for expansion of the Medical Assistance Program;  $ 7.0 million for Restoration of Salaries pursuant to Act No. 7261;  $ 7.3 million for Insurance on Government Buildings;  $ 5.1 million for the Economic Development Authority;  $ 3.2 million for contractual payments to the Third Party Fiduciary;  $ 3.0 million for School Maintenance;  $ 2.9 million for Excessive Force Consent Decree;  $ .9 million for the Longitudinal Data System;  $ 1.5 million for Road striping and repairs;

 $ 1.7 million for Downtown Welcome Center and Restroom Facilities;  $ 1.9 million for V.I. Housing Finance Authority;  $ 2.0 million for Frederiksted Health Center;  $ 1.7 million for East End Health Center;  $ 1.5 million for Energy Crisis Program;  $ 1.2 million for Workman’s Compensation Premium Increase;  $ 1.0 million EDA 20%Match for USEDA Revolving Loan Fund; and  $ 1.0 million for Disaster Recovery Contingency.

Performance Management is the tool that the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands (GVI) utilizes to facilitate transparency and accountability through the establishment of effective performance measures and reporting, to support the meeting of goals, and to effect improvement of government services and overall operations. The focus of GVI’s performance management initiative is the following priorities areas: Economic Development, Energy, Education, Health and Public Safety. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) continues to provide training to government departments and agencies in all aspects of Performance Management and to monitor and coordinate the Performance Management reporting.

To more effectively administer federal grants awarded to the Territory OMB will continue to monitor grant performance and offer additional grant management training opportunities for Financial and Program Managers. Despite staffing constraints, OMB sees great opportunities to strengthen the management of government operations and to improve the delivery of services via improved communication; utilization of the appropriate features of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System and other available technology and aligning them throughout the government; partnering across government to identify and implement best practices for financial and overall operational management; providing training and certifying financial management officers; and, developing and allocating human and other resources for timely and comprehensive contingency plans.

The professional and dedicated employees of the Office of Management and Budget and the other government employees involved in the development of the Fiscal Year 2013 Executive budget submission are to be applauded for their tireless efforts in producing the Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget. We will continue to work with you and all government employees to build sustainability throughout government for all Virgin Islanders.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GOVERNOR’S BUDGET MESSAGE

DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

Demographics ...... 2 Economic Overview ...... 13 Legislative Branch ...... 19 Organizational Structure

Judicial Branch ...... 28 Organizational Structure

Executive Branch ...... 41 Organizational Structure

Performance Management ...... 45 Annual Budget Process ...... 48

SUMMARIES

Summary of Appropriation Requests by Activities and Fund ...... 52 Schedule of Departments by Budget Category ...... 53 Budget Category Graph Budget Categories Graph - 3 Years (FY 2011-2013)

Revenue Overview ...... 57 Actual and Estimated General Fund Revenues and Contributions ...... 60 Total Revenue Graph General Fund Gross Revenue and Contributions

Expenditure Report ...... 64 Expenditure Graph - 3 Years (FY 2011-2013)

Combined Statement Revenue and Expenditures ...... 73 Graph Revenue and Expenditures

THE APPROPRIATION BILLS

Executive Appropriation Bill ...... 76 Anti-Litter Beautification Fund ...... 80 Board of Education Scholarship Fund ...... 81 Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fund ...... 83 Business and Commercial Properties Revolving Fund ...... 84 Caribbean Basin Initiative Fund ...... 85 Election System of the Virgin Islands ...... 86 Government Insurance Fund ...... 87 Health Revolving Fund ...... 88 Indirect Cost Fund ...... 89 Interest Earned On Debt Services Reserves ...... 90 Interest Revenue Fund ...... 91 Internal Revenue Matching Fund ...... 92 Union Arbitration and Government Employee Increment Fund ...... 93 Public Services Commission ...... 94 Sewage System Fund ...... 95 St. John Capital Improvement Fund ...... 96 St. Croix Capital Improvement Fund ...... 97 Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund ...... 98 Transportation Trust Fund ...... 99 University of the Virgin Islands ...... 100 Virgin Islands Public Television System ...... 102 Virgin Islands Taxi License Fund ...... 103 Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority...... 104 PERB and Labor Management ...... 105 Union Arbitration – Office of Collective Bargaining ...... 106

STAFFING

Staff Equivalent by Department and by Fund ...... 108 Staff Equivalent Summary...... 114

BUDGET COMPONENTS

GENERAL GOVERNMENT

Department of Justice ...... 117 Office of the Governor ...... 127 Office of Management and Budget ...... 135 Division of Personnel ...... 142 Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency ...... 152 Bureau of Information Technology ...... 159 Office of the Adjutant General ...... 164 Office of Veterans Affairs ...... 170 Office of the Lieutenant Governor ...... 175 Bureau of Internal Revenue ...... 182 Office of the Virgin Islands Inspector General ...... 188 Bureau of Motor Vehicles ...... 193 Department of Labor ...... 200 Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs ...... 211 Public Services Commission ...... 217 Taxicab Commission ...... 222 Department of Finance ...... 227 Department of Property and Procurement ...... 239 Department of Agriculture ...... 248

PUBLIC SAFETY

Bureau of Corrections ...... 258 Virgin Islands Fire Service ...... 265 Virgin Islands Police Department...... 271 Department of Planning and Natural Resources ...... 280

EDUCATION

Virgin Islands Board of Education ...... 292 Department of Education ...... 297 University of the Virgin Islands ...... 315

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Department of Health ...... 324 Hospitals and Health Facilities Corporation ...... 340 Schneider Regional Medical Center ...... 344 Government Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center ...... 354 Department of Human Services ...... 357

TRANSPORTATION, FACILITIES AND COMMUNOCATION

Department of Public Works ...... 375 Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority...... 386

CULTURE AND RECREATION

Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation ...... 394 Department of Tourism ...... 401

OTHER Miscellaneous ...... 410

FEDERAL FUNDS

Federal Budget Overview ...... 420 ARRA Federal Budget Orverview ...... 476 Description of Federal Grants Acronyms ...... 485 Federal Grants Listing ...... 487

CAPITAL OVERVIEW

Capital Budget Overview ...... 511

FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENT

Schedule of Principal and Interest on Long Term Debt Overview...... 524 Schedule of Principal and Interest on Long Term Debt ...... 527

AUTONOMOUS AND SEMI-AUTONOMOUS AGENCIES

Employees’ Retirement System of the Government of the Virgin Islands ...... 529 Organizational Structure

Virgin Islands Port Authority ...... 531 Organizational Structure

Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority ...... 533 Organizational Sturcture

Virgin Islands Public Finance Authority ...... 535 Organizational Structure

Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority ...... 538 Organizational Structure

Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority ...... 541 Organizational Structure

Virgin Islands Lottery ...... 545 Organizational Structure

Virgin Islands Public Television System - WTJX ...... 547 Organizational Structure

Election System of the Virgin Islands ...... 549 Oganizational Structure

ENABLING LEGISLATION

Career Incentives Program ...... 552 Deferment of the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority Stamp Tax Transfer ...... 554 Malpractice Insurance Policy ...... 555 Change Cost Share Health Insurance Premiums ...... 556 Night Differential ...... 557 The Medical Assistance Program ...... 558 Workers’ Compensation Administration ...... 560 The Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation ...... 565 Estate Mars Hill Multi-Purpose Indoor Complex ...... 566 Appropriations from the Union Arbitration Fund ...... 567 The V.I. Cultural Heritage Institute ...... 568 Fixed Salary Adjustments ...... 569 Expansion of Public Television Channel - WTJX ...... 571 Government Health Insurance for Retirees of Semi-Autonomous Agencies ...... 572

GLOSSARIES

Glossary ...... 574 Description of Funds ...... 581 Listing of Departments by Function ...... 593

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Acknowledgements ...... 594

DEMOGRAPHICS

Demographics United States Virgin Islands Demographics and Economy

Geography and History

The United States Virgin Islands (USVI) is located in the turquoise seas of the Caribbean, approximately sixty (60) miles east of Puerto Rico and one thousand seventy-five (1,075) miles south of Miami, Florida. The USVI is an unincorporated Territory of the United States. Sixty-eight (68) islands comprise the group; however, three (3) main islands, St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. John are the most significant. Water Island, which is geographically located within the boundaries of the St. Thomas-St. John District, is commonly referred to as the fourth Virgin Island. The Territory is more than one hundred and thirty-three (133.6) square miles and is almost twice the size of Washington, D.C. with territorial waters that stretch over six hundred and three (603.9) square miles into the Atlantic Ocean. The USVI is renowned for its white sandy beaches; Magens Bay on the island of St. Thomas and Trunk Bay on the island of St. John are considered among the ten (10) most beautiful beaches in the world (“Popular Trip Ideas and Beach Guide,” Travel Channel).

The city of Charlotte Amalie on the island of St. Thomas is the capital of the U.S. Virgin Islands. St. Thomas, historically mercantile, is a cosmopolitan island; yet it retains distinctive characteristics of a European settlement manifested in the architecture of its historic district. St. Thomas is a favorite stop for cruise ship passengers who take advantage of the duty-free shopping for which the island is known. The islands of St. Thomas and St. John are mountainous and volcanic in origin. St. Thomas’ Crown Mountain is the highest peak at one thousand five hundred and fifty-six (1,556) feet or four hundred and thirty-five (435.86) meters above sea level.

The largest island, St Croix, thirty-five (35) miles south of St. Thomas, is less mountainous. St. Croix boasts two cities: Christiansted on its eastern end and Frederiksted on the western end. This tropical island is three (3) times the size of nearby St. Thomas and possesses a uniquely diverse terrain. A lush rain forest in the western mountains and undulating hills in the interior are in marked contrast to the spiny, desert vegetation and dry, rocky, red cliffs found on the eastern end. Christiansted was once the capital of the Danish West Indies and is presently designated a National Historic Site. St. Croix’s Point Udall remains the most eastern point of the United States.

St. John, just three (3) miles east of St. Thomas, is home to a National Park on seven thousand two hundred (7,200) acres of land of which five thousand six hundred (5,600) were gifted to the National Park Service by Laurence Rockefeller in 1956. Though it is the smallest of the three (3) U.S. Virgin Islands, St. John’s natural landscape is perhaps the least spoiled of all frequently visited Caribbean islands. In 1962, the United States Congress expanded the boundary of the Park to include five thousand six hundred and fifty (5,650) acres of submerged lands as a way to protect and preserve the beautiful coral gardens and seascapes. In January 2001, through Presidential Proclamation, the Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument was established. It is a three (3) mile belt of submerged land off the island of St. John that supports a diverse and complex system of coral reefs and other ecosystems such as shoreline mangrove forests and sea grass beds that adjoin the already existing 5,650 acres established in 1962. The National Park Service manages both historical and marine treasures on St. Croix’s Buck Island and on Hassel Island off of St. Thomas. Salt River, Columbus’ landing site on St. Croix, is the only co- managed park in the United States; management is shared by the Virgin Islands Territorial Government and The National Park Service.

Water Island is four hundred and ninety-one (491.5) acres or almost two square kilometers (1.989 km2), a half mile south of the harbor of Charlotte Amalie. During World War II, the island served as a military installation. In December 12, 1996, the Department of Interior transferred Water Island to the Government of the USVI making Water Island the 4th member of the US Virgin Islands and it is now administratively a part of the St. Thomas District.

In the early 1600s many countries took interest in the Caribbean and in what they termed "the Virgins." Holland, France, England, Spain, Denmark and the Knights of Malta all sought colonies. England and Holland colonized and jointly inhabited St. Croix in the 1620s. Spain invaded the neighbouring island of Puerto Rico and colonized there. The French quickly moved in, removed the Spanish, and took over St. Croix, which remained a French colony until 1733. Despite successive colonial claims to the islands, the Danes emerged as the dominant colonial power and colonized all three (3) islands within a century: St. Thomas in 1672, St. John in 1717, and St. Croix in 1733.

Chattel slavery was the dominant means of labor in the Danish West Indies (1682-1848), and West Africans were the major ethnic group chosen for slavery. In 1685, the Danish government signed a treaty with the Dutch and Danes of Brandenburg. This treaty allowed the Brandenburg American Company to establish a slave-trading post on St. Thomas. Early governors promoted St. Thomas as a haven for pirates, aware that commerce of all kinds would benefit the economy of the island. St. Croix and St. John, on the other hand, pursued agricultural development; sugarcane, cotton, indigo and rum became the chief exports of the plantations’ economies. St. Croix soon became one of the largest exporters of sugarcane in the world prior to the discovery of the sugar beet. This period of prosperity was known as the “Golden Age” of St. Croix

The West Africans’ constant resistance to slavery, combined with the Danish colony‘s adoption of harsh slave codes, resulted in an insurrection on St. John in 1733. On St. Croix, however, slavery flourished and by 1803 there were well over twenty-six thousand (26,000) enslaved Africans involved in planting and processing sugarcane. As slave revolts became more frequent, Denmark was forced to develop a 12-year plan to dissolve slavery. Unyielding in their insistence on freedom, enslaved Africans on St. Croix, led by Moses “Buddhoe” Gottlieb, revolted on July 3, 1848, forcing Governor Peter von Scholten to issue the Emancipation Proclamation declaring all people in the Danish West Indies ‘‘from that day free.”

After emancipation, another repressive system of exploitation was introduced which matched the prior servitude of the slave economy. In 1849, the Danish Government created the 1849 Labor Act which instituted a policy of contracts for the freed laborers in order to retain control over them. The Danes also instituted a practice of importing immigrants to make up for worker shortfalls. These contracts were entered into on an annual basis on October 1 (Contract Day) of each year. The contract provided that laborers, who were earning meager wages, should give a full year’s work to the estate on which they lived and could not quit without a pass from the estate owner. After 30 years of harsh and unfair conditions, a labor riot erupted in Frederiksted, St. Croix. The first revolt against the Labor Act was October 1, 1878, remembered today as Contract Day.

“The Fireburn” was an uprising of former slaves who, 30 years after emancipation, were systematically barred from leaving the island and were bound to plantations where they endured poor working conditions and egregious injustices. Over fifty (50) estates and half the town of Frederiksted went up in flames as a result of the revolt. Groups of protestors torched the town and plantations as they made their way eastward toward Christiansted. The revolt was championed by three female protagonist: “Queen Mary,” “Queen Agnes” and “Queen Mathilda.” After the rebellions, the Labor Acts were removed.

The Three Queens of the 1878 Revolt, “The Fireburn”

Due to Danish strategic needs and U.S. geopolitics, negotiations to sell the Danish West Indies to the United States began in 1867. The emergence of Germany as a major power with capacities for submarine warfare crippled international trade during World War I. The fear of Germany‘s seizing the Danish West Indies and establishing a submarine base in the Western Hemisphere drove the United States to acquire the islands. After several decades of negotiations, on March 31, 1917 the Danish West Indies were sold to the United States for twenty-five million dollars ($25,000,000) in gold. After the formal transfer, the United States Government changed the name of the islands to the Virgin Islands of the United States, making them an offshore territory. Over the next ten years Virgin Islanders appealed and agitated for U.S. citizenship which was finally granted to residents in 1927.

Government

The U.S. Virgin Islands is an organized, unincorporated Territory of the United States and a part of the United Nations list of Non-Self-Governing Territories. The Organic Act of 1936 and the Revised Organic Act of 1954 created the contemporary political system. A unicameral legislature was organized to unify the Territory after the Revised Organic of 1954. In 1968, the Elective Governor’s Act provided for the Territory’s voters to select their chief executives. In 1970, Dr. Melvin H. Evans became the first elected governor. In 1968, the position of Delegate to Congress for the Virgin Islands was approved, and in 1970 Ron de Lugo became the Virgin Islands’ first Delegate to Congress. In 1982 the Judicial Branch was given more power to gradually create its own territorial court system.

The Organic Act of 1936 allowed for the creation of the Government of the Virgin Islands that was tasked with providing services and creating employment for the Territory’s citizens. The Organic Act of 1954 (passed by the U.S. Congress and administered by the Office of Insular Affairs, U.S. Department of Interior) established the present three branches of government: Legislative, Judicial and Executive.

The Legislative Branch is comprised of a 15-member unicameral body. Seven (7) Senators are elected from each island district of St. Thomas/St. John and St. Croix. The fifteenth (15th) senator, designated as “at-large,” must be a resident of St. John. Senators are elected for two-year terms.

The Judicial Branch is comprised of a District Court of the Virgin Islands, a Supreme Court and a Superior Court. Judges for the Federal District Court are appointed for a period of 10 years. The District Court of the Virgin Islands is technically a local court, created by Congress, and is not an Article Three Court under the U.S. Constitution. The Superior Court is a court of general jurisdiction over most civil, criminal, and family cases. The newly-established Magistrate Division of the Superior Court has jurisdiction over small claims, landlord/tenant issues, traffic, probate and petty criminal matters, and other powers as prescribed by law. The newly-established Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands is responsible for appeals from the Superior Court filed on or after January 29, 2007.

Appeals filed prior to that date are heard by the Appellate Division of the District Court. Judges of the District Court of the Virgin Islands are appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the U.S. Senate while justices of the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands and judges of the Superior Court are appointed by the Governor of the VI and confirmed by the Virgin Islands Legislature.

The Executive Branch is headed by the Governor and Lieutenant Governor who are elected by popular vote and serve for a period of four (4) years, with a mandated limit of two (2) consecutive terms. The Governor is responsible for the administration of government. He may grant pardons, reprieves and forfeitures against local laws as well as veto legislation. He retains the powers afforded to Governors throughout the fifty (50) states of the United States.

The Virgin Islands Flag

The flag of the United States Virgin Islands, adopted by Executive Order 17 May 1921, displays on a field of white nylon a golden American eagle between the letters V and I, holding in its right talon a sprig of laurel and in its left talon a bundle of three (3) blue arrows which represent the three (3) major islands. The eagle has a shield of the United States on its breast.

The Virgin Islands Seal

The Great Seal of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands was adopted by the 18th Legislature in 1990 and became effective January 1, 1991. It was designed by Mitch Davis, a native Virgin Islander and was selected from among 33 other submissions from around the world. In the foreground, is the yellow breast, the official bird adopted in 1970, perched on a branch of the yellow cedar, adopted as the official flower in 1934. On the left end of the yellow cedar are three flowers and three (3) seed pods; and, on the right are three (3) leaves of the plant. The three (3) major islands surround the bird and plant. The island with the sugar mill represents St. Croix; St. John is represented by the Annaberg Ruins and St. Thomas by the Capital Building with the US flag flying and the Danneborg flag lowering. A sailboat is in the St. Thomas harbor and the words “United in Pride and Hope” is scrolled at the bottom of the Seal below the drawing of St. Croix.

Climate

The U.S. Virgin Islands enjoys an arid climate, moderated by trade winds. Temperatures vary little throughout the year. Typical temperature patterns range from around 91° F in the summer to 86° F in the winter. Rainfall averages about 38 inches per year, with the wettest months from September to November and the driest February and March. Hurricane season lasts from June to the end of November.

Politics

Politics are a driving force for economic and social change in the United States Virgin Islands, which are founded on the principle of elected individuals who represent the people, as opposed to autocracy or direct democracy. Elected representatives are charged with the responsibility of acting in the people’s interest, but not as their proxy.

Virgin Islanders are U.S. citizens who cannot vote in U.S. presidential elections nor exercise a representative vote in Congress. However, there is an elected delegate in the United States House of Representatives who chairs and votes in congressional committees outside of the House itself. Nevertheless, once Virgin Islanders establish residency in any of the contiguous United States, Alaska or Hawaii, they can vote in presidential elections. There are three (3) political parties in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI): the Democratic Party, the Independent Citizens Movement and the Republican Party. Candidates for elected offices, who do not platform as a member of one of the three political parties; platform as Independents.

Economy

Tourism, at sixty percent (60%) of the gross domestic product, remains the staple of the USVI economy despite the impact of the current economic downturn experienced nationally. Approximately two million (2,000,000) tourists visit annually via cruise ship and air arrivals. Cruise passenger arrivals for 2010 were up by over seventeen percent (17.5 %) and cruise ship calls posted above a nine percent (9.5%) increase. Air visitor arrivals experienced four percent (4.1 %) growth in 2010 with a forecast for 2012 of increased air arrivals as a result of two (2) new major carriers have decided to service the Territory. Tourism-related services continue to bolster private sector enterprises. Private sector activities include, but are not limited to, wholesale and trade, manufacturing (petroleum refining, textiles, electronics, pharmaceuticals and watch assembly), construction and mining. HOVENSA, one of the world’s largest petroleum refineries, is located on the island of St. Croix and was the Territory’s largest private sector employer with the Central Government as the largest employer of approximately ten thousand (10,000) employees. However, in January 2012, HOVENSA announced the imminent closure of the St. Croix refinery in April 2012 and its gradual transition to a fuel storage depot which will employ approximately one hundred (100) employees. The agricultural sector remains small; most of the islands’ food is imported. International business and financial services are a small but growing component of the economy. Telecommunications, in tandem with other emerging technologies, present growth potential as exploration continues into accessibility and speed of broadband DSL connectivity.

Overall, the underlying fundamentals of the local economy are volatile as the local government continues to seek an economic strategy to bridge the increasing budget deficit and decreasing revenues. The additional announcement of HOVENSA’s anticipated closing has daunted the hopes of a rapid economic rebound in the near future with thousands of employees facing unemployment. The fiscal challenges facing the Central Government has also resulted in hundreds of layoffs, spending cuts and other austerity measures in an attempt to conform to diminishing revenue streams and concurrently fulfill the mounting demands for additional services by stakeholders.

Education

The Virgin Islands Board of Education was established as an independent agency of the Government of the USVI by Act No. 2252. Its duties are to recommend the establishment of public schools, prescribe general regulations and orders, adopt curricula and courses of study, recommend laws and amendments, and recommend appropriations required for the operation of the public schools and the Department of Education. The Board certifies educational professionals, exercises oversight over federal dollars and manages the Territorial Scholarship Program.

The USVI’s public education system, administered by the Department of Education, is comprised of a State Education Agency (SEA) and two (2) Local Education Agencies (LEAs) for the St. Thomas/St. John District and the St. Croix District. The St. Thomas/St. John District has two high schools, three (3) middle schools and ten (10) elementary schools. The St. Croix District has ten (10) elementary schools, three (3) middle schools and two (2) high schools.

2011 School Population United States Virgin Islands

SCHOOLS ST. THOMAS ST. CROIX ST. JOHN TOTAL

PUBLIC 7,733 7,760 218 15,711 PRIVATE 2,109 3,073 155 5,337 TOTAL 9,996 10,974 573 21,040

School Population reflects 2011 count from Office of Planning with nine (9) private schools not reporting, Research and Evaluation, USVI DOE

University of the Virgin Islands

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) is an instrumentality of the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands and the only institution of higher learning in the U.S. Virgin Islands. UVI’s campuses on St. Thomas and St. Croix have a combined full and part-time student body of two thousand six hundred forty-two (2,642) students.

UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

2011

Graduate/ St. Thomas St. Thomas St. Croix St. Croix St. Thomas/ 2011 Undergraduate PT/FT Enrollment PT/FT Enrollment St. Croix Total Enrollment Enrollment 2011 Enrollment 2011 PT/FT Enrollment Fall 2011 2011 2011 Enrollment UVI

Part Full Total Part Full Total Part Full Total Time Time Time Time Time Time Graduate 81 23 104 82 3 85 163 26 189 Undergraduate 498 930 1,428 520 505 1,025 1,018 1,435 2,453 Total 579 953 1,532 602 508 1,110 1,181 1,461 2,642

Health

The Virgin Islands Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation was established to ensure quality, comprehensive health care to residents and visitors. The Schneider Regional Medical Center (Roy Lester Schneider Hospital, The Myrah Keating Smith Community Health Center and the Charlotte Kimelman Cancer Institute) serve St. Thomas and St. John. On the island of St. Croix, the Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center provide both basic and critical care to a growing patient population; services recently expanded and include a Cardiac Center.

The V.I. Department of Health’s (DOH) goal is to improve the health status of all Virgin Islands residents and to ensure they receive access to quality health care services. The DOH is responsible for helping each person live a life free from the threat of communicable diseases, tainted food, and dangerous products. To assist with its mission, the DOH regulates health care providers, facilities, and organizations, and manages direct services to patients where appropriate.

The V.I. Department of Health consists of five (5) major divisions: Public Health Services, Health Promotion & Disease Prevention, Health Information Technology, Public Health Preparedness and the Division of Licensure. The Division of Licensure consists of nine (9) boards which regulate all healthcare professionals in the Territory. As part of its mandate, the Department is also tasked with operating two (2) community health centers, one (1) in each district. The DOH depends on a staff of more than five hundred (500) and a budget of more than forty-four million dollars ($44,000,000) to provide needed services to the Virgin Islands community. The current Administration has proposed the functional transfer of the Department of Health’s Medical Assistance program to the Department of Human Services.

Human Services

The Department of Human Services serves as the “state agency” for publicly financed programs that address the needs of the indigent, disabled, elderly and low-income populations. The department also addresses the needs of the juvenile population through the Foster Care, Child Abuse and Neglect, Juvenile Justice and Juvenile Delinquency Prevention Programs. Most recently the department was assigned oversight responsibility to end homelessnesss in the Territory.

The Department of Human Services, through partnership with other government departments, agencies and other organizations, assists in the rehabilitation of individuals in order to place them in competitive employment to achieve self-sufficiency. As a result of revenue shortfalls and budget constraints in the Territory, plans are in process to functionally transfer two primarily financial assistance programs from the Department of Health to the Department of Human Services to better serve the needs of the citizenry.

Culture

The United States Virgin Islands is among the most culturally diverse, ethnically rich and artistically vibrant societies in the Caribbean. The islands’ history fostered a culturally diverse social order where a fusion of cultures has formed a distinctive society where variations are the accepted standard. Like most of the English-speaking Caribbean, Virgin Islanders’ culture is syncretic, derived mainly from Amerindian, West African, European and American influences. Despite two hundred and fifty (250) years of Danish colonization, the dominant language has been English-Creole since the early 19th century. The Dutch, French, Danes, African and Spanish all contributed to

8 the islands’ cultural diversity. Historic and recent immigration have brought persons from other Caribbean islands and island nations: Puerto Rico, the British Virgin Islands, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, St. Lucia, Antigua, St. Kitts/Nevis, Anguilla, Dominica and Trinidad/Tobago to the U.S. Virgin Islands. Additionally, persons from the Arab world, India and China contribute to the cultural mix of the U.S. Virgin Islands. However, the foundation of Virgin Islands’ culture stems from Africans who were imported from West Africa as laborers, agriculturalists, and craftsmen to work in cane fields, in rum manufacturing, on plantations, and in mercantile and urban industries between the 17th and 19th centuries. These African slaves brought with them skills and traditions from across a wide expanse of Africa, including what is now Nigeria, Senegal, the Congo, Gambia and Ghana. The amalgamation of cultures created a distinct and unique society, rich in customs, music, dance, arts, language, architecture and cuisine. The official music of the U.S. Virgin Islands is Quelbe, a synthesis of African, European and Caribbean musical forms, a mix which reflects social conditions that existed during the 18th and 19th centuries. Enslaved Africans, denied practice of their own music and dance (that neither distance nor time could stifle), ingeniously adapted and integrated the music and dance of their European colonizers with the spiritual richness of their African culture to produce the unique musical form of Quelbe and other musical genres such as Cariso, which is the improvisation of West African singing styles, balladry, ritual chants and songs. Twenty-first Century music genres include an opulent blend of soca, reggae, calypso and zouk.

The annual celebrations of the Crucian Christmas Festival on St. Croix, the St. John Third of July Celebration, and the Virgin Islands Carnival on St. Thomas continue to provide economic stimuli as thousands of visitors pour into the Territory to enjoy the unique culture and personality of each island.

Demographics

Constant migration from other Caribbean islands have ballooned the USVI population, now at an estimated one hundred seven thousand – three hundred forty-three (107,343) according to preliminary data from the 2009 Census released in August 2011. The racial stratification of the Virgin Islands is as follows:

Table 1. Race/Ethnicity of the USVI: 2009

Race/Ethnicity Number Percent Total 107,343 100.0 Black - non Hispanic 73,001 68.0 White - non Hispanic 8,845 8.2 Black Hispanic 9,405 8.8 White Hispanic 771 0.7 Other Hispanic 11,216 10.5 Other - non Hispanic 4,105 3.8 Source: 2009 -Virgin Islands Community Survey, Eastern Caribbean Center, University of the Virgin Islands.

Languages spoken are English (the official language) or English Creole, over seventy-four percent (74.42%); Spanish or Spanish Creole, over sixteen percent (16.35%); French or French Creole, seven percent (7.00%); and other are just over one percent (1.30%). Religious preferences include Baptist, at forty-two percent (42%); Roman Catholic, at thirty-four percent (34%); Episcopalian, at seventeen percent (17%); and Other at seven percent (7%). Remnants of African culture are found in the belief in spirits. The life expectancy at birth for the total population is seventy- nine (79.33) years. Literacy, referring to people age 15 and above who can read and write, registers at between ninety and ninety-five percent (90%-95%) according to the July 2000 CIA World Fact Book.

United States Virgin Islands Selected Demographics Fiscal Year 2009

Population Employment

Total Population*** 107,343 Non-Agricultural Employment **** St. Thomas 50,583 St. Croix 52,612 St. John 4,148 Employed Civilian workers 44,106 Male 50,227 Territorial Government 7,441 Female 57,116 Federal Government 962 Under 5 years 7,071 Private Sector 31,029 5 to 9 years 6,557 Construction and mining 2,099 10 to 14 years 6,788 Manufacturing 2,120 15 to 19 years 7,936 Transportation, Comm., Warehousing and Utilities 1,514 20 to 24 years 5,192 Wholesale and Retail Trade 6,706 25 to 29 years 5,892 Financial Activities 2,360 30 to 34 years 5,211 Services (profess. & bus., education., health 35 to 39 years 6,931 & other) 9,143 Leisure and Hospitality 7,296 Information 768 40 to 44 years 8,098 Tourism Industry **** 45 to 49 years 8,471 Total visitors 2,551 50 to 54 years 7,917 Tourist (thousands) 590 55 to 59 years 8,858 Excursionists (thousands) 1,961 60 to 64 years 8,414 Air Excursionists 102 65 to 69 years 8,880 Cruise passengers 1,859 70 to 74 years 3,344 Number of Cruise Ships 680 75 to 79 years 2,539 Tourism related Employment 8,316 80 to 84 years 1,114 Hotel and other lodging 3,592 85 years and over 1,130 Gift Shops 1,381 Restaurants and Bars 2,803 Median age 41 Transportation by air 443 Race*** Household Income-Labor Force Status * Black or African American 82,406 Total Households with Income *** 40,054 White 9,616 Median Household Income $36,266 Other races 15,321 Less than $ 5,000 1,228 $5,000 to $9,999 2,676 Ethnic Groups*** $10,000 to $14,999 2,988 $15,000 to $24,999 6,333 10

Caribbean $25,000 to $34,999 5,737 Virgin Islands born 52,482 $35,000 to $49,999 6,300 Other Caribbean 34,371 $50,000 to $74,999 6,816 US Mainland 13,797 $75,000 to $99,999 3,686 Puerto Rican 4,256 $100,000 and over 4,113 Elsewhere 2,437 Per Capita Income 17,860 School Enrollment***** Preprimary 1,913 Religions Public Pre-Primary 1,111 Elementary or high school 19,135 Baptist 42% Public elementary or high school 14,597 Roman Catholic 34% Post-Graduate 6,396 Episcopalian 17% Public post-graduate 3,155 Other 7% Percent High school graduate or 66.8% higher Percent Bachelor's degree or higher 17.7%

Education Attainment*** Persons 25 years and over 73,799 1st to 8th grade 11,387 9th to 10th grade 5,450 11th to 12th grade 7,629 High School Graduate or GED 22,599

Some College 10,282 Associate degree, occupational 1,533 Bachelor's Degree 9,059 Graduate or Professional Degree 4,001

Language Spoken at Home 100,272 Persons 5 years and older *** English (official) 75,371 language spoken-Spanish 16,391 Language spoken-French, Creole, 7,210 Patois Other languages 1,299

* Household Income-Labor Force Status derived from income for entire households in the government labor force. ** Household Income-Occupation data derived from Industry and Class of worker by income information. *** Total Households with Income, 2009 Community Survey ****Bureau of Economic Research. *****Department of Education, Office of Planning and Research Source: US Census Bureau 2000 data, 2009 Virgin Islands Community Survey, Eastern Caribbean Center of The University of the Virgin Islands.

ECONOMIC OVERVIEW

Economic Overview Economic Overview of the U.S. Virgin Islands

Introduction

Faced with increasing unemployment and moderate recovery in tourism beginning in FY 2012, anticipating any growth of the U.S. Virgin Islands economy in FY 2012 was dependent on U.S. economic growth that accelerated during the last quarter of FY2011, continuing into FY 2012. This anticipation was vanquished when HOVENSA LLC, announced the closure of its petroleum refinery on St. Croix in January 2012. Before the refinery closure announcement, the cruise ship Costa Concordia hit a reef off the Italian coast of Tuscany, potentially damaging the international cruise industry and local tourism. The economic consequences of both events seem devastating, but continued growth of the U.S. economy and the resilience of the Virgin Islands economy provide the pathway to both economic recovery and growth.

Adjusting for the petroleum refinery closure, the economic forecast of the Virgin Islands indicated a decline in FY 2012 with partial recovery in FY 2013 influenced from the impact of U.S. economic growth on the Territory. Continued U.S. and regional economic growth is predicted as employment improves leading to more consumer spending, credit availability and business investment. While the U.S. housing sector remains depressed, inflation expectations are lower as energy prices decline. Current U.S. economic growth stimulates the local economy, but future economic growth of the Virgin Islands is uncertain. The Territory was semi-immune from U.S. economic cycles due to the presence of HOVENSA. However, with the refinery closure, the Territory is more aligned with the U.S. economy and subject to mainland economic cycles.

Economic Impact of the HOVENSA Refinery Closure

As overall employment improved in the first quarter of FY 2012, the elimination of 1,200 refinery positions, more than half of the manufacturing sector, reversed the gains in employment as the unemployment rate substantially increased due to layoffs in the manufacturing, service and government sectors. Combining the terminated petroleum refinery employees with an additional 950 subcontractors has a catastrophic fiscal and economic impact on the Territory. Allowing for the disproportionately high wages salaries plus the significant economic multiplicity of employee and contractor combined income and employment, the overall fiscal and economic impact of the refinery closure is difficult to quantitatively estimate due to the economic dynamics involved in the Virgin Islands resulting from the limited availability of economic information, measurement applications and modeling capabilities. The estimated $580 million shortfall in economic output resulting from the refinery closure takes into account the loss in economic expenditures and tax revenues. The Virgin Islands economic and fiscal forecast estimated the economic expenditures and revenue losses by running separate simulations to adjust for the refinery closure.

The initial economic forecast simulation, which maintained current refinery employment and petroleum shipments, estimated Virgin Islands economic growth as consistent with projected U.S. economic growth. Adjusting for the closure, reducing refinery employment and petroleum trade shipments, the simulation forecasted a decline in growth for FY 2012 with partial recovery in FY 2013. Table 1 below, shows the comparison between the initial forecast that includes the refinery and the subsequent forecast adjusted for the refinery closure, estimating the relative expenditure gap due to the lost in economic output. This analysis shows the continuing economic output loss attributed to the refinery closure. Despite the minimal economic impact depicted graphically, the forecast takes into account resources seeking to utilize any excess capacity of the economy plus external factors seeking to capitalize on economic opportunities in the Territory.

Table 1: U.S. Virgin Islands Current-Dollar Gross Domestic Product, 2004-2013 $18,000 $6,000

$16,000 $5,000 $14,000 $12,000 $4,000 $10,000 $3,000 $8,000 $6,000 $2,000

U.S. GDP, GDP, in $ billions U.S. $4,000

$1,000 GDP, U.S.V.I. in $ millions $2,000 $0 $0 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010E 2011E 2012E 2013E

U.S. Annual GDP in Billions of Current Dollars USVI GDP in Millions of Dollars USVI GDP in Millions of Dollars including HOVENSA

From a comparative economics perspective, the ongoing economic recovery in the U.S. economy has been slow and uneven for both economic and employment growth. During prior U.S. postwar economic recoveries, private and public sector payrolls grew by approximately 6%. Economic theory predicts as economic recovery proceeds, public sector employment declines as new positions are created by the private sector. For the current recovery, both private and public sectors were financially constrained from funding positions given the severity of the recession. Until the acceleration in U.S. economic growth in FY 2012, economic growth had been slow. Current forecasts of the U.S. economy indicate continued moderate growth, but this growth is predicated on increasing private employment. If the recovery falters, the Virgin Islands dependence on the U.S. economy to lift tourism and the entire economy becomes problematic.

Fiscal Impact of HOVENSA Refinery Closure

Governments generally address budget shortfalls by reducing spending, raising taxes or increase borrowing. Economic policies determine the appropriate fiscal mechanism that reduces budget deficits while maintaining economic growth. Government policies that reduce debt and budget deficits using a combination of spending cuts or tax hikes is termed fiscal consolidation and is countercyclical by economic design. Recent International Monetary Fund studies reported, even at a near 0% U.S. Federal Funds rate, fiscal consolidation reduces real personal income and raises the unemployment rate. Facing further U.S. fiscal consolidation, the Virgin Islands must diversify its economy to seek global economic opportunities to avoid dependence on tourism.

Relying on HOVENSA, the Virgin Islands became insulated from fluctuations in the U.S. economy but subject to global changes in petroleum pricing. In FY 2008, as the U.S. economy was in recession, the Virgin Islands economy grew then declined followed by a continual stall similar to HOVENSA’s corporate operations. Despite a spike in petroleum shipments in 2010, the refinery did not fully recover. HOVENSA’s attempt to expand refinery production as demand increased in 2010 diminished, resulting in evaporated corporate tax payments to the government beginning in FY 2008 and causing a substantial shortfall in net tax revenues as shown in Table 2.

Table 2: U.S. Virgin Islands Government General Fund, 2004-2013 $1,000 $900 $800

$700

$600 $500

$ Millions $ $400 $300 $200 $100 $0 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012E 2013E

Operating Budget--Appropriations Net Revenues--Taxes, Duties and Other Net Revenues--Taxes, Duties and Other including HOVENSA

In response to the significant drop in Corporate and Economic Development Commission tax revenues, the Territorial government curtailed vital expenditures beginning in FY 2008 due to statutory obligations. Maintaining the FY 2008 expenditure level, fiscal austerity policies were instituted. The policies included a hiring freeze, staff reductions and other cost cutting measures cumulating in the enactment of the Virgin Islands Economic Stability Act of 2011, which cut government salaries by 8%.

Using economic forecast simulation procedures, tax revenues were estimated following similar procedures that adjusted for the refinery closure. The forecast comparisons of estimated tax revenues indicate an annual decline of approximately $140 million. The derivation of overall tax revenues is dependent on employment, so excluding the refinery worker disproportionally high earnings tend to overstate the decline in tax revenues. The terminated workers received both salary and severance which are taxable but excluded in the simulation. In addition, increased economic activity from the compensation packages overstates the decline in projected tax revenues. The simulations clearly show the termination of 1,200 highly paid petroleum refinery manufacturing employees and 950 subcontractors has an enormous economic and fiscal impact on the Virgin Islands as unemployment is increasing while tax revenues are declining.

As the Virgin Islands unemployment rate is increasing, the refinery closure is impacting both employment and possibly the duration of unemployment. This situation has the potential to deteriorate if additional federal and territorial fiscal consolidation occurs. Programs such as the recently awarded National Emergency Grant, address the needs for both structural and cyclical unemployment, as well as, longer unemployment duration. Employment programs that provide outplacement services, unemployment benefit extensions, job training along with entrepreneurial development programs, and employment tax incentives should be maintained and expanded.

Tourism, Economic Development and Energy Sustainability

Other than information, financial and professional services, and rum production, many employment categories are decreasing in the Virgin Islands. Leisure and hospitality employment is declining, reflecting lower hotel occupancy. Current U.S. economic growth is lifting tourism, as more mainland tourists arriving to the Territory and continued growth is projected. The Costa Concordia incident had minimal impact on cruise passenger arrivals to the Territory. However, if the U.S. economic recovery falters, visitor arrivals may rapidly decline. Given the structure of tourism in the Caribbean region, reliance on increased tax revenues from tourism is problematic.

As tourism is one component of economic development in the Virgin Islands, tourism functions within a competitive industry so energy costs, labor inefficiencies and security are real concerns. In addition, tourism must continually diversify to retain and attract new markets. New technological advances are creating export growth opportunities in services engaged in business processing, accounting, consulting, education, remote access services, transcription, production services, design, entertainment, and marketing that Virgin Islands entrepreneurs should engage.

The need to reduce energy costs is paramount for both economic development and energy sustainability. The Virgin Islands is adopting energy efficiency and deploying renewable energy technologies in response. In addition, the Water and Power Authority (WAPA) is engaged in the Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands High Voltage Interconnection Project, which interconnects the two electrical power systems. The interconnection provides fossil fuel savings and improved reliability while reducing pollution. WAPA is researching automatic metering, the feasibility of converting to natural gas and determining the cost of importing and storing liquefied natural gas.

Lowering energy costs, engaging in export opportunities through technology, redesigning tourism, and educating the workforce are key elements to sustaining economic development and economic growth of the Virgin Islands. While the HOVENSA refinery closure was devastating, future economic growth of the Virgin Islands depends on policies that improve sustainable economic growth. Policies that promote improved education, economic diversification, and greater access to technological improvements, entrepreneurial opportunities and business investment capital are all drivers of economic growth and are addressed in the FY 2013 budget.

FY 2013 Economic Overview Forecast Summary

Virgin Islands Annual Economic Indicators

Income and Earnings (CY, millions of dollars unless noted otherwise) 2007 2008 2009 2010E 2011E 2012E 2013E Gross domestic product, Current 4,853 4,219 4,243 4,303 4,439 4,347 4,557 Gross domestic product, Real 4,836 4,775 4,509 4,573 4,717 4,619 4,842 Personal income 2,402 2,498 2,598 2,618 2,653 2,680 2,730 Per capita personal income 19,787 20,381 20,992 21,161 21,442 21,655 22,063 Annual average gross pay 36,510 36,992 37,306 36,787 38,083 39,517 40,346 Population (Thousands) 115 116 107 106 107 106 106 Per capita GDP, Current 42,310 36,402 39,543 40,444 41,369 40,173 41,152 Unemployment Rate (percent) 5.9 5.9 7.6 8.1 9.1 12.7 10.4

Taxable gross business receipts (FY) 3,668 3,680 3,153 3,363 3,231 3,164 3,317

Virgin Islands Annual Government Fiscal Indicators

Government Expenditures and Remittances (FY, millions of dollars) 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011E 2012E 2013E Operating budget (Total Appropriations) 842.9 873.3 848.6 869.7 793.4 749.4 695.8 Total revenues 748.8 765.5 483.0 506.0 602.8 601.2 610.8 Net revenues 734.6 732.2 468.8 492.0 589.0 585.7 591.5

FY 2013 U.S. Federal Budget Economic and Fiscal Indicators*

2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012E 2013E Gross Domestic Product, Current 14,029 14,292 13,939 14,527 15,094 15,779 16,522 Gross Domestic Product, Real Dollars 13,206 13,162 12,703 13,088 13,315 13,323 14,097 Federal Government Receipts, FY 2013 2,568 2,524 2,105 2,163 2,303 2,469 2,902 Federal Government Outlays, FY 2013 2,729 2,983 3,518 3,456 3,603 3,796 3,803 Unemployment Rate (percent) 4.6 5.8 9.3 9.6 8.9 8.9 8.6 * billions of dollars unless otherwise noted

LEGISLATIVE

Legislative Branch Legislature of the Virgin Islands

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Enforcement/Regulatory

Scope and Overview

The Legislature is one of three co-equal branches of the Government of the Virgin Islands of the United States, with its own powers delegated by the Revised Organic Act of 1954, passed by the U.S. Congress, which established the local government of the U.S. Virgin Islands. The legislative power and authority of the U.S. Virgin Islands was created by Section 5-A of the Revised Organic Act of the Virgin Islands and approved July 22, 1954, as amended, is vested in a legislature consisting of one house, designated as the "Legislature of the Virgin Islands." The Legislature is composed of fifteen Senators who serve for two year terms. The Legislature adopts its own rules of procedure, establishes standing committees, maintains its own records, and elects its own officers. The presiding officer of the Legislature is the President of the Senate.

The Senators are elected representatives of the people and pass the laws for the people of the Virgin Islands, subject to the veto power of the Governor. These laws must not in any way conflict with federal rule or laws or diverge from or with those of the Constitution of the United States.

Committees

The Legislature organizes committees to plan ways in which the various departments of the Government can operate more effectively. When a new law or resolution is proposed, it is first written up as a bill, introduced into the Legislature, given a number and assigned to a committee. There are ten committees which are comprised of seven (7) Senators on each committee. Each committee is presided over by a committee chair. The committees of the Legislature of the Virgin Islands are as follows:

Committee on Rules and the Judiciary

The Committee on Rules and the Judiciary receives, considers and makes recommendations of all bills which were favorably considered by other committees. All bills reported from the Committee on Rules and Judiciary may, by motion be subject to a closed rule, which prohibits any substantive amendments to the bill during floor consideration. The President may allow for technical amendments on the floor which do not alter the meaning or intent of the bill. The Committee receives, considers and makes recommendations on all appropriation bills for the expenses of the Legislature. The Committee also receives, considers and makes recommendations on all matters relating to the rules and the operation of the Legislature. The Committee receives and considers recommendations from the Code Reviser on revisions to the Virgin Islands Code to be made pursuant to Title 2 Virgin Islands Code, Section 210, and introduce such bills as may be needed to carry out the purpose of Section 210. The Committee receives and considers bills related to family law, estate law, business and corporation law, and administration of the territorial court system; receives, considers, and makes recommendations on nominations for offices and appointments to boards and commissions which are made by the Governor and require confirmation by the Legislature; receives, reviews and makes recommendations on all disputed claims for reimbursement of expenditures and all related matters; and receives and consider bills and all other matters relating the territorial courts, judicial officers, councils, and other judicial instrumentalities, and the administration of court system.

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance receives, considers and makes recommendations on all appropriation bills, including, but not limited to, the annual budget of the Government of the Virgin Islands and bills of claim. This jurisdiction does not extend to the allocation of appropriations for the expenses of the Legislature which falls within the jurisdiction of the Committee on Rules and the Judiciary. The Committee also receives, considers, and makes recommendations on all bills affecting the raising of revenues for or expenditure of funds from the Treasury of the Government of the Virgin Islands, including public investments and bonds; reviews and investigates as it considers necessary the operations of the Department of Finance, the Bureau of Internal Revenue, the Office of the Virgin Islands Inspector General, the Virgin Islands Lottery, and the Office of Management and Budget and the financial affairs of all other departments and instrumentalities of the Government of the Virgin Islands not inconsistent with the applicable law; ascertains and reports, from time to time, on the financial condition of the Government of the Virgin Islands; studies, investigates and recommends, as it finds necessary, ways to meet the financial obligations, both existing and proposed, of the Government of the Virgin Islands; and receives, reviews, investigates, considers and makes recommendations on leases, subleases and use permits pursuant to 31 V.I.C. §205 (c).

Committee on Government Operations, Energy and Veterans Affairs

The Committee on Government Operations, Energy and Veterans Affairs receives, considers, and makes recommendations on all bills and other matters relating to banks and banking, insurance and insurance companies, building and loan companies, and financial institutions of all kinds; has investigatory authority over all government agency operations not specifically provided by the Rules of the Twenty-Ninth Legislature to be delegated to another committee and makes specific findings and recommendations to the appropriate authority for final action. The Committee also receives, considers, and makes recommendations on all bills and executive orders relating to the reorganization of the Executive Branch of the Government or any part of the Government. Unless otherwise specifically assigned to another committee, the Committee studies and investigates the operation of government at all levels to determine efficiency and economy, the implementation of legislation and the effectuation of legislative purposes and objectives, and shall evaluate the effect of laws and executive orders reorganizing the Executive Branch of the Government.

Additionally, the Committee makes recommendations on all bills and matters relating to Home Rule and the Territory’s relationship with the Federal Government; serves as part of the Virgin Islands Commission on Interstate Cooperation established by 1 V.I.C., Section 133; performs all the functions and duties, consider and make recommendations on all bills relating to the participation of the Virgin Islands as a member of the Council of States Government and the National Conference of States Legislatures, including the adoption of compacts, the enactment of uniform and reciprocal statutes and the interchange and clearance of research and information; receives, considers and makes recommendations on all bills relating to public works, government-owned properties, roads and highways, building codes, and all other matters submitted to the Legislature under 31 V.I.C. Section 3, except that any such matter submitted under 31 V.I.C. Section 3, must be assigned to the standing committee that has jurisdiction over the government agency or department for which the public works project is being considered.

Further, the Committee receives, considers, and makes recommendations on all bills and other matters relating to consumer protection, weights and measures, retail pricing, sales warranties, merchantability of goods, labeling of products and packaging, advertising and all matters; and receives and considers all bills and matters relating to the

Department of Property and Procurement, the Government Employees Retirement System, the Waste Management Authority, corporations other than financial institutions, utilities and their regulation not specifically delegated to some other committee, licensing and the regulation of businesses and professions, codification and revision of the laws and all other matters pertaining those subjects.

Finally, the committee considers and makes recommendations on all bills and other matters relating to the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority and other power facilities, alternative and renewable energy sources and their conservation, energy projects and programs, and other related matters under the jurisdiction of the Virgin Islands Energy Office. In addition, the Committee receives and considers all bills and matters pertaining to veterans and veterans’ affairs.

Committee on Health and Hospitals

The Committee on Health and Hospitals receives, considers, and makes recommendations on all bills relating to public health, hospitals and other medical and health facilities, medical services, emergency medical services, and all matters pertaining to those subjects.

Committee on Education, Youth and Culture

The Committee on Education, Youth and Culture receives, considers and makes recommendations on all bills and other matters relating to education, educational institutions, and all matters pertaining to those subjects. In addition, the Committee on Education and Youth makes recommendations on all bills relating to youth, cultural affairs, archaeological, architectural, and the cultural and historical heritage of the Virgin Islands, including intellectual and artistic activities, social institutions and other products of human work and thought.

Committee on Human Services, Recreation and Sports

The Committee on Human Services, Recreation and Sports receives, considers, and makes recommendations on bills and other matters relating to social welfare programs, including public assistance programs, homes for the aged, food distributions programs, pharmaceutical assistance programs for the elderly and disabled, elder and dependent adult abuse prevention programs and other social programs. Additionally, the committee makes recommendations on the administration of social services; and on all bills relating to sports, gaming and other recreational or entertainment activities, public recreation, horse racing, parks, sports complexes, physical fitness, cultural activities.

Committee on Housing and Labor

The Committee receives, considers, and makes recommendations on all bills and other matters relating to housing, housing projects, urban renewal programs, housing rehabilitation programs, housing financing, home mortgage rates, self-help housing, low and moderate-income housing developments, beautification, rent control and all matters pertaining to those subjects. The committee also receives, considers, and makes recommendations on all bills and other matters relating to labor, labor relations, collective bargaining, civil service retirement, workers’ compensation, unemployment insurance, occupational safety and health, employment, public employment services, employment agencies, training and retraining programs, and all matters pertaining to those subjects.

Committee on Public Safety, Homeland Security, and Justice

The Committee receives, considers, and makes recommendations on all bills and other matters relating to the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA), The Virgin Islands Air National Guard and the Virgin Islands Fire Service. The Committee considers all matters pertaining to public safety, civil defense, fire protection, crime, penal and correctional institutions and statutes of a penal nature, unless closely related to a subject delegated to another committee. In addition, the committee receives, considers and makes policy recommendations and bills concerning homeland security, in particular, legislation on counter-terrorism, national and territorial defense and any other emerging external threats that relate to the Virgin Islands territorial security. All matters pertaining to the Department of Justice, the Virgin Islands Police Department, and the Bureau of Corrections fall under the committee’s jurisdiction.

Committee on Economic Development, Technology and Agriculture

The Committee receives, considers and makes recommendations on all bills and other matters relating to the Virgin Islands Port Authority, economic development, commerce, business, business institutions, industry, incentive programs, travel, tourism, transportation, communications, and real estate; receives, considers and makes recommendations on all bills and other matters relating to information technology, telecommunications, and other emerging technologies and the delivery of technology services; and receives, considers and makes recommendations on all bills and other matters relating to agriculture, mariculture and aquaculture, animal husbandry, veterinary medicine and all matters pertaining to those subjects.

Committee on Planning and Environmental Protection

The Committee considers all matters pertaining and related to land use and development, building codes, community planning and development, zoning and city planning, shorelines, beaches, territorial parks, libraries, museums, fish and wildlife, natural resources and environmental protection, Coastal Zone permits and leases, antiquities and historic preservation, landfill and solid waste disposal systems and their impact on the environment, and all matters pertaining to the environmental protection.

Special or Select Committees

In addition to the standing committees, the legislature may, at any time and by resolution, provide for a special or select committee to investigate any matter or subject. The text of the resolution must provide for the size of the special or select committee, the manner in which members are appointed to the committee, the manner in which the chairperson is chosen, the length of time in which the committee functions, and sufficient description of the matter or subject to be investigated, so as to identify clearly the extent of the committee’s jurisdiction. No select or special committee may extend its jurisdiction or its investigation beyond the scope of the resolution creating the committee.

Committee of the Whole

The Legislature, at any time during any of the legislative sessions upon motion by a member, or by order of the President, may constitute itself into a Committee of the Whole for the taking of testimony and discussing any subject it may consider proper.

Office of the Executive Director

The Executive Director is central to the administration and functioning of everyday legislative business. The Director is responsible for the daily administration of the legislative offices on all three islands, and is assisted on St. Croix by a full time Assistant Executive Director.

All bills, legislation initiated by the Governor, zoning change petitions, commendatory resolutions, and formal correspondence pass through the Office of the Executive Director before reaching the floor of the Senate. Acting as clerk on the floor, the Executive Director reads all bills, resolutions, and correspondence, and conducts all votes put to a roll call. Additionally, the Executive Director is responsible for the printing and distribution of bills, acts, journals and other official documents; the preservation of legislative records; and the supervision of all employees who may be assigned to this office by the President of the Senate.

Post Audit Division

The Division of Post Audit is attached to the Legislative Standing Committee on Finance. The Post Auditor monitors the financial affairs and transactions of every department or agency of the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial Branches of government. Post audits are made to discover any evidence of unauthorized, illegal, irregular, or unsafe handling or expenditure of funds.

Office of Legal Counsel

The Office of Legal Counsel is responsible for bill drafting and research for the members of the Legislature. The Legal Counsel insures that the language of bills that are introduced is legally correct and consistent with the Virgin Islands Code. In addition, the Legal Counsel advises the Senate on points of parliamentary procedure and acts as the legal arm of the Legislature on matters of litigation.

Office of Business Affairs

The Office of Business Affairs is responsible for computing payroll, per diem, and expense reimbursements for each Senator and employee. The Office acts as a clearing house for purchased all items approved by the Executive Director or the Senate President, and performs all legislative bookkeeping and accounting functions as well as compiling and maintaining all fiscal records.

Office of Media Services

Media Services was established to disseminate accurate and timely reports on legislative activities. The public is served by the daily press releases and reports on the legislative activities for that day and the weekly up-dates and periodic analysis on controversial or complex bills. The Office also provides an update on the disposition of bills in the various committees.

Legislative Archives

Legislative Archives, headed by a Records Analyst, is responsible for the effective organizing of documents, and for storing records, and all other legislative reference materials. In addition, Archives works in concert with the Legislative Library, which is under the jurisdiction of the Legal Counsel’s Office, giving that office maximum research capability.

Journal Section

The Journal Section is responsible for typing, printing and distributing all legislative bills and journals. The Journal Section maintains a bill register which records each bill, along with its sponsors, committee assignments, date of introduction, adoption, veto, and subsequent action. At the end of each year, the Journal Section prepares a complete record on each piece of legislation introduced, which is then submitted to the Lieutenant Governor’s Office for printing in the Session Laws and subsequent codification.

Legislative Reporters

The Chief Recording Secretary is the Chief Recording Officer of the Legislature. The duties of the Chief Recording Secretary are to record and transcribe verbatim each meeting of the Legislature, and to provide a copy of the verbatim transcript to each member of the Legislature, the Executive Director, and the Chief Counsel upon request; to record and transcribe verbatim any meeting of a Committee of the Legislature when directed to do so by the President or his or her designee; to cooperate with the Executive Director in providing members of the Legislature and respective staffs with documents which may be transcribed by the Recording Secretary or his designee.

Sergeant-at-Arms

The Sergeant-at-Arms’ duties are to attend the Legislature during all of its sittings and to execute the commands of the Legislature, together with all processes issued by the authority of the President; to enforce these Rules as they relate to order and decorum in the Legislative Chambers; if directed, to establish a quorum at each meeting of the Legislature as provided in Section 205 (c) of these Rules; and to perform other duties prescribed by the President and to supervise employees assigned by the President to assist with these duties. The Sergeant-at-Arms is authorized to arrest for contempt all persons in the gallery found in loud conversation or otherwise disturbing the proceedings of the Legislature.

Maintenance, Construction and Housekeeping

The duties of the Chief of Maintenance and Construction are to supervise a maintenance and construction staff of persons qualified and trained in building repairs, maintenance and construction; to prepare estimates of materials and labor costs for repairs and construction work on offices and buildings of the Legislature; to inspect work performed in the various offices of the Legislature by private contractors in plumbing, painting, repairs, electrical and other work; and to prepare reports to the President on the condition of the various offices of the Legislature in St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John.

THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS LEGISLATIVE BRANCH

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Legislature of the U.S. Virgin Islands

Office of the Senate Senators President

Office of the Chief of Operations Committees Executive Director

Economic Development, Business & Financial Technology& Agriculture Legal Counsel Management Planning & Human Environmental Legislative Archives Resources Protection Education, Youth & Journal Section Legislative Culture Reporters

Finance Management Information System Public Safety, Homeland Security & Justice

Post Audit Health & Hospitals

Human Services, Public Affairs Recreation & Sports

Housing & Labor Transportation

Rules & Judiciary Security

Government St. John Office Operations, Energy & Veterans Affairs

JUDICIAL

Judicial Branch Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Enforcement/Regulatory

Scope and Overview

In 1984 Congress authorized the establishment of an appellate court for the Virgin Islands to be created by the Legislature. In 2004 the Legislature, acting on Congressional authority, established the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands as the highest court of the Virgin Islands. The Court assumed its appellate jurisdiction on January 29, 2007. The Court presently consists of a Chief Justice and two (2) Associate Justices. The Court is assisted by the service of active judges of the Superior Court and of retired judges of courts of record of the Virgin Islands, who served as Designated Justices to fill vacancies on the Court caused by disqualifications or other absences.

The Virgin Islands Supreme Court is the equivalent of a State Supreme Court. As the highest court for the Virgin Islands, the Supreme Court is authorized to review all final orders, judgments and specified interlocutory orders of the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands. Cases before the Court are determined by three (3) justices and a decision by two (2) justices is required for a decision of the Court.

The Supreme Court has exclusive jurisdiction over members of the legal profession and of admissions to the Bar. The Court oversees the established, organized and integrated Virgin Islands Bar Association and has the power to approve the rules regarding attorney discipline. The Court also approves the rules regarding attorney conduct and has established rules governing the admission of members of the Virgin Islands Bar, the discipline of attorneys and the practice of law in the Virgin Islands.

Brief History of the Virgin Islands Judiciary

The Judiciary of the Virgin Islands is now becoming a twenty-first century court system, with a framework established almost a century ago. Having evolved from three (3) Police Courts in the cities of Frederiksted, Christiansted, and Charlotte Amalie, the current system includes the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands in each Judicial District of St. Thomas/St. John, and St. Croix, and now, a Supreme Court of the U.S. Virgin Islands tasked with hearing appeals from the Superior Court Territory-wide. The Virgin Islands judiciary was created due to the 1921 Codes of St. Thomas and St. John, and St. Croix, which established the Police Courts.

On July 22, 1954, the Revised Organic Act of the Virgin Islands was amended and approved. Section 21 of that Act vested judicial power in a court of record called the District Court of the Virgin Islands, and in any lower courts established by local law. The three (3) Police Courts were then abolished and two (2) municipal courts were established: one (1) for St. Thomas and St. John, and one (1) for St. Croix.

After a decade of this judicial structure, the make-up of the local judiciary changed again. On March 1, 1965, the two (2) municipal courts combined into a single court called the Municipal Court of the Virgin Islands.

On September 9, 1976, the Legislature of the Virgin Islands established the forerunner of today's Superior Court of the Virgin Islands in accordance with Act. No. 3876 (Section 5, Sess. L. 1976, p. 17.) The Municipal Court of the Virgin Islands' name was changed to the Territorial Court of the Virgin Islands. In 1984 the Territorial Court gained a substantial amount of judicial autonomy authorized by the 1984 amendments to the Revised Organic Act of 1954 and triggered by local enactments by the Legislature, as well as the Governor of the Virgin Islands.

On October 1, 1991, the Territorial Court obtained jurisdiction over all local civil actions, in accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 76(a). Effective January 1, 1994, pursuant to Act 5890, the Legislature of the Virgin Islands granted original jurisdiction in all criminal matters to the Territorial Court.

On October 29, 2004, Act No. 6687 established a Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands and officially changed the name of the Territorial Court of the Virgin Islands to the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands.

On July 19, 2006, Governor Charles W. Turnbull, Ph.D. nominated the Honorable Rhys S. Hodge, the Honorable Maria M. Cabret and the Honorable Ive Arlington Swan, as the first three (3) justices of the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands. He also designated the Honorable Rhys S. Hodge as the first Chief Justice. On October 27, 2006, the Twenty-Sixth Legislature of the Virgin Islands unanimously confirmed the three (3) justices, setting precedent in Virgin Islands history.

The investiture of the first Justices of the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands occurred on December 18, 2006, marking in the progressive history of the local judiciary.

The Virgin Islands' Judiciary has now joined the other States and Territories of the Union with a judicial structure that addresses progressive autonomy. Its current status is greatly due to the efforts of the governors, delegates, and law makers of this Territory and the persistence of the Territory's jurists.

On January 29, 2007, the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands officially assumed appellate jurisdiction over all appeals in the Virgin Islands. The Appellate Division of the District Court will now retain only appellate jurisdiction to conclude the cases filed prior to January 29, 2007.

Judicial Council

The Judicial Council has historically acted as the vehicle by which the Territorial Government provides assistance to the District Court. This assistance is provided for two (2) main reasons: all fees (copying, filing, bankruptcy, and certification of documents) collected by the District Court of the Virgin Islands were deposited into the General Fund, and the District Court of the Virgin Islands, through the Appellate Division, processed cases appealed from the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands, fulfilling the mission that would otherwise have belonged to the Supreme Court.

However, effective December 1, 2009, the District Court applied the fee structure applicable to U.S. District Courts. Accordingly all fees now collected are deposited in the U.S. Treasury. The only remaining fee deposited in the V.I. Treasury is the notary fee. With the establishment of the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands, no new cases are filed in the Appellate Division, but the work of the Appellate Division is still required to resolve the cases that remained pending at the time of the establishment of the current Supreme Court. In addition, the Council directs the operation of the District Court Law Library, which provides services to the members of the local bar and the community at large.

Office of Administrative Services

The Office of Administrative Services is a separate office established in accordance with V.I. Code Ann. Section 30(a). The Office is managed by an Administrative Director who is appointed by the Chief Justice. The primary responsibilities of the Administrative Director include the daily operations of the court system, developing the administrative structure and systems of the Supreme Court, and assisting in the development and implementation of the vision, values and direction of the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands. Further, the Administrative Director has the responsibility of coordinating the annual budget presentation of the Virgin Islands Judiciary to the

Legislature of the Virgin Islands; serving as legislative liaison for the Court; compiling, maintaining and publishing any statistical information and reports produced by the Supreme Court; and coordinating services with other courts, agencies and outside vendors as they relate to the overall operations of the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands.

The Administrative Director is responsible for the supervision of the professional and non-professional staff in the Office of Administrative Services, which include personnel in the following areas: Bar Admission/Attorney Services, Facilities Management; Financial Services, Human Resources; Information Technology, Judicial Security, Library Services, Property and Procurement Services, Public Information, Records Management, and Statistics and Judiciary Reporting for the Supreme Court. The Office of Administrative Services provides assistance to the Supreme Court in the development of emerging issues, including providing staff support for special projects, initiatives, and task forces.

Office of the Clerk

The establishment of the Office of the Clerk, and the appointment of the Clerk of the Court, are done in accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 31(d)(1) by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Working under the direction of the Chief Justice, the Clerk is primarily charged with operating the day-to-day functions of the Clerk's Office. The Clerk is responsible for the supervision of the professional and non-professional staff in the Clerk's Office, the administration and management of the appellate case processing of the Supreme Court, and the planning and implementation of new, emerging and changing technological developments in the case processing arena.

In fulfilling the Office's mandate, the Clerk coordinates services with other courts, agencies and outside vendors as they relate to the efficient operation of the Clerk's Office. The Clerk also assists in the preparing of the annual budget of the Virgin Islands Judiciary and forecasting the needs of the Supreme Court's business. The Clerk provides assistance to the Chief Justice, other courts in the Judiciary, Territorial Government Agencies, members of the Virgin Islands Bar and citizens of the Territory. Moreover, the Clerk serves as the Secretary to the Judicial Council.

Superior Court of the Virgin Islands

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Enforcement/Regulatory

Scope and Overview

The historical legacy of the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands evolved from three (3) Police Courts: the Police Court of Fredriksted, the Police Court of Christiansted and the Police Court of Charlotte Amalie. This Court System existed under the 1921 Codes of St. Thomas and St. John, and St. Croix.

The Revised Organic Act of the Virgin Islands, as amended, was approved on July 22, 1954. Section 21, as amended, vests the judicial power in a court of record to be designated the “District Court of the Virgin Islands,” and in such a court or courts of inferior jurisdiction as may have been, or may hereafter be, established by local law. Thereafter, the three (3) Police Courts were abolished and two (2) municipal courts were established: the Municipal Court of St. Thomas and St. John, and the Municipal Court of St. Croix.

After a decade of this judicial structure, the composition of the local judiciary changed again in 1965. As of March 1, 1965, by legislative enactments, the two (2) municipal courts were consolidated into a unified court designated as the Municipal Court of the Virgin Islands.

In 1976, enactments of the Virgin Islands Legislature established the antecedent of today’s Superior Court of the Virgin Islands. On September 9, 1976, pursuant to Act No. 3876, Section 5, Sess. L. 1976, p. 17, the Municipal Court of the Virgin Islands’ name was changed to the Territorial Court of the Virgin Islands. Almost three (3) decades later, the Territorial Court acquired a major assumption of judicial autonomy authorized by the 1984 amendments to the Revised Organic Act of 1954, triggered by local enactments by the Virgin Islands Legislature and the Governor of the Virgin Islands.

In accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 76(a), effective October 1, 1991, the Territorial Court obtained original jurisdiction over all local civil actions. Additionally, pursuant to Act No. 5890, the Virgin Islands Legislature granted expanded jurisdiction in criminal matters to the Territorial Court effective January 1, 1994.

On October 29, 2004, the name of the Territorial Court of the Virgin Islands’ was officially changed to the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands - pursuant to Bill No. 25-0213, which also established the Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands. The present Superior Court is a twenty-first century court, with a framework established more than half a century ago. The excellent state of the judiciary is a testament to the many judges and court personnel.

Composition of the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands

In accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 71, the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands shall consist of not less than six (6) judges learned in the law, one half of whom shall reside in the Division of St. Croix and one half of whom shall reside in the Division St. Thomas-St. John. The Governor shall designate one (1) of the judges of the court to serve as Presiding Judge of the Superior Court for such a term, performing such duties, and exercising such authority as may be otherwise provided by law or by rules of the court.

Title 4 of the Virgin Islands Code, Section 72b, establishes the general powers and duties of the Presiding Judge, designation of judges and divisions of business of the Court. Pursuant to Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 72b (a), the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court shall be the administrative head of the Court and shall preside at all sessions of the court which the Presiding Judge attends. Further, in accordance with the statute, the Presiding Judge shall also be responsible for the observance by the court of the rules governing the practice and procedure of the Superior Court and prescribing the duties of its judges and officers, as well as the times and places of holding court. In conformity with such rules, the Presiding Judge may be required to designate the judges who are to sit in each Judicial Division. The Presiding Judge divides the business, and assigns the cases, among all the judges of the court in a manner that will promptly dispatch the court’s business and equalize the case loads of the judges. The Presiding Judge supervises and directs the officers and employees of the court.

On May 11, 2007, Act 6919 was signed into law, providing a Magistrate Division within the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands. The Magistrate Division’s procedures are in accordance with the rules governing the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands.

Office of the Court Administrator

The Office of the Court Administrator is created by Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 91. The Office of the Court Administrator is responsible for the daily functions of the administrative and support divisions of the Court. The Office encompasses both jurisdictions and is comprised of the Court Administrator, who is located on St. Thomas, and the Assistant Court Administrator, who performs the mandated duties on St. Croix. The Office of the Court Administrator has oversight of the Offices of Accounting, Human Resources, Property and Procurement, Probation, Jury Management, Information Technology, the Law Library, Facilities Maintenance, the Pretrial Intervention Program, the Rising Stars Youth Steel Orchestra, and the Court’s administrative and other support staff.

With the concurrence of the Presiding Judge, the Court Administrator also retains oversight of the formulation and implementation of all policies and procedures governing the conduct of the court. In addition, the Court Administrator examines the administrative and business methods employed by the Office of the Clerk of the Court and the other offices that serve the Court, ensuring efficiency and professionalism.

Jury Management

The Jury Management Division is responsible for overseeing the preparation of the master list of prospective jurors for criminal and civil jury trials being conducted by the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands. The office secures jurors through a two-step process: first by sending Juror Qualification Questionnaires to determine prospective jurors’ ability to serve, and thereafter by issuing summonses to potential individuals to appear for service.

Law Library

An integral facet of an efficient court system is an up-to-date law library. The mission of the Superior Court’s law library is to provide the public with access to the legal written word, including, but not limited to, the laws of the United States and the Territory of the Virgin Islands.

Office of Human Resources

The Office of Human Resources is a division within the Office of the Court Administrator which handles personnel management for the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands. Judges of the Superior Court recruit and hire their staff with the assistance of the Director of Human Resources. All other recruiting is done through the Human Resources Division.

Pretrial Intervention Program

The Superior Court of the Virgin Islands was extended jurisdiction pursuant to Title 5 V.I. Code Ann. Section 4612, to divert to a program of community supervision and services to any person who is charged with any offense, or offenses, against the Government of the Virgin Islands, for which a term of incarceration may be imposed, except murder, kidnapping, assault in the first or second degree, rape in the first degree, and arson in the first degree. The program of community supervision and services provides defendants, generally first time offenders, with opportunities for alternatives to the traditional criminal justice process of ordinary prosecution.

Rising Stars Youth Steel Orchestra

In 1981, the Presiding Judge of the then Territorial Court of the Virgin Islands began an experimental steel drum program, with the goal of preventing school dropout and juvenile delinquency among V.I. youth. The program’s focus was to recruit students between the ages of ten (10) and eighteen (18) from public, private, and parochial schools, then to guide them to complete high school. The program that initially started as a summer project became so successful that it was made into a year-round program under the name of the Rising Stars Youth Steel Orchestra and is available in both districts within the Territory.

Office of Probation

The Office of Probation is a division within the Office of the Court Administrator. The Office is comprised of one (1) Chief Probation Officer, who is located in the judicial district of St. Croix; a Deputy Probation Officer, who is located in the judicial district of St. Thomas/St. John; and, Probation Officers appointed by the Presiding Judge. The Office of Probation is charged with conducting pre-sentence investigations and preparing pre-sentence reports. The reports assist the judges of the Superior Court as they impose sentences on defendants who have been convicted of crimes or impose conditions upon defendants whose sentences have been deferred or who currently have pretrial release status.

Additionally, the Office of Probation assists in the supervision of individuals who have been transferred from other jurisdictions through the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision (ICAOS). The Chief Probation Officer serves as the Interstate Compact Administrator. The office also responds to inquiries from other jurisdictions pertaining to individuals who have pretrial status.

Office of the Clerk of the Court

The Office of the Clerk of the Court is responsible for the daily functions of the operational division of the Court. The Office is comprised of the Criminal, Civil, Traffic, Family, Conciliation, and Small Claims Divisions. Additionally, the Clerk oversees the Office of the Marshal of the Superior Court, the Office of the Cashier, the Division of Court Reporting and the Division of Jury Trial. The Clerk of the Court is designated as the custodian of records for all judicial matters brought before the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands.

The Clerk’s office is responsible for receiving and processing court documents, attending and assisting in all court proceedings, maintaining the Court’s files and entering the Court’s orders, judgments and decrees. Additionally, the Clerk’s office collects and disburses money for court fees, fines, court costs, judgments and restitution at the Court’s direction. The Office of the Clerk of the Court provides enhanced services to all persons conducting business with the Court by promoting the automation of the Court’s business procedures and practices, and endorsing the themes of efficiency and professionalism.

Civil Division

In accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 76(a), effective October 1, 1991, the Superior Court obtained original jurisdiction over all local civil actions. The jurisdiction is subject to the original jurisdiction conferred on the District Court by Section 22 of the Revised Organic Act of 1954, as amended. Civil actions are brought to the court to enforce, redress or protect private rights. No monetary value is necessary to constitute a civil action.

The Civil Division also encompasses small claims and conciliations. The Small Claims Division has jurisdiction of all civil actions in which the amount in controversy does not exceed the dollar value of $10,000, exclusive of interest and costs. This measure gives individuals, corporations, partnerships, and businesses the opportunity to have smaller matters heard by the Court and to represent themselves. The Conciliation Division of the Superior Court, in accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 142 may - at the request of any party in a civil controversy - endeavor to effect an amicable settlement of the controversy. To that end, it may summon the other party or parties of the controversy to appear before the judge for an informal hearing.

Family Division

The Family Division was established in accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 79. Pursuant to Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 174, the Superior Court maintains a separate division, complete with secured courtrooms and support personnel of the Superior Court, to provide the child and the family a facility that enhances privacy, rehabilitation of the child, and conciliation of the family unit.

The division maintains all pending case files pertaining to divorce, separation and annulment; action relating to support of relations; adoption; changes of name; paternity suits; action to appoint and supervise guardians; probate; and actions relating to juvenile matters.

Criminal Division

On September 30, 1993, by Act No. 5890, the Virgin Islands Legislature granted expanded jurisdiction to the former Territorial Court, now known as the Superior Court. Pursuant to Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 76, effective January 1, 1994, the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands assumed original jurisdiction of all criminal sections.

Traffic Division

The Traffic Division was established in accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 79. The Division is responsible for the proper disposition of all traffic offenses and the preparation of the appropriate records and reports relating to these traffic tickets as directed by the Court. The Clerk of the Superior Court is the repository for all uniform traffic tickets issued by law enforcement officers and others.

Probate Division

The Superior Court has exclusive jurisdiction over the probating of wills and the administration of decedents’ estates. The Division maintains all pending case files and all wills that have been deposited with the Clerk of the Court in accordance with Title 15 V.I. Code Ann. Section 22.

Office of the Court Reporter

The Superior Court of the Virgin Islands is a court of record. Accordingly, stenographic records of testimony, arguments or other spoken presentations heard by all judges throughout the Superior Court are required. The

Office of the Court Reporter was established in accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 86. The Office is charged with preserving, reproducing and supporting the record and is also responsible for the preparation of printed transcripts of court proceedings.

Office of the Marshal of the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands

The Office of the Marshal of the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands was formally established in 1977, pursuant to the provisions of Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 254(a). The Marshal’s Office is a Division of the Superior Court in accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann Section 79(b). The function of this Office is to execute orders and mandates of the Superior Court, and to protect and serve the judiciary and the public by ensuring a safe environment in the Superior Court. In accordance with Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 351, the Chief Marshal of the Superior Court, personally or through the Assistant Marshals or Deputy Marshals, attends the sessions of the Court to preserve order and decorum, which includes, but is not limited to, protecting the Judges, Court Clerks, and the general public.

In addition, in accordance with the Title 4 V.I. Code Ann. Section 82, the Marshal’s Office is authorized to execute all writs; processes such as warrants, summons, subpoenas and orders of the Superior Court. The Marshals perform other duties which include, but are not limited to, serving as Peace Officers in the Territory.

THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS JUDICIAL BRANCH ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Supreme Court Chief Justice and Associate Justices

Judicial Council

Appellate Clerk of Administrative the Court Director

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Office of the Territorial Public Defender

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service and Social

Scope and Overview

Title 5 of the Virgin Islands Code, Section 3521, established the Office of the Public Defender. It was established for the purpose of representing indigent criminal defendants appearing before the Superior Court. The Office is comprised of two (2) divisions, one(1) located in the District of St. Thomas/St. John and the other in the District of St. Croix. Each division of the office is comprised of one (1) or more attorneys that are licensed to practice law in the Virgin Islands or specifically admitted to practice law in the Virgin Islands on behalf of the Office of the Public Defender. The support staff includes secretarial, investigative and clerical personnel necessary or desirable as determined by the Chief Public Defender within the scope of V.I. Legislature appropriations.

In March of 2004, Act No. 6634 granted the Office of the Territorial Public Defender semi-autonomous status.

According to statute, the Chief Public Defender may establish an account, or system of accounts and records, an appropriate bank account for quarterly deposits of allotted funds and for prompt payment of operating expenses except salaries and fringe benefits. All other money, gifts, property, proceeds from rent, sales, and all other gifts and contributions, including but not limited to financial or property gifts received by the Office, shall be placed in the account or accounts, as authorized. The use and disposal of the money and assets identified in this subsection shall be determined by the Public Defender's Administrative Board and the money and property identified in the account(s) shall remain available until expended in accordance with the authorization of the board.

Public Administrative Board

The Public Defender’s Administration Board consists of five (5) persons: the President of the Virgin Islands Bar Association or his designee; two (2) are appointed by the Chief Judge of the Superior Court, one (1) must be a resident of the St. Thomas/St. John District and one (1) must be a resident of the St. Croix District; one (1) is appointed by the Governor and one is appointed by the President of the Legislature. The terms of the members appointed by the Governor and the President of the Legislature are the same as the terms of the persons who appoint them. Of the two (2) members appointed by the Chief Judge of the Superior Court, one (1) will serve for three (3) years and one shall serve for two (2) years. A vacancy on the board is filled for the un-expired term of the vacant member.

From among its membership, the Public Defender’s Administration Board elects a chairperson and other officers determined necessary. Members of the Board receive a per diem of seventy-five dollars ($75), or part thereof, spent in the performance of official duties, plus any actual and necessary travel expenses.

The Board hires, and is authorized to terminate, all personnel and staff for the office upon the recommendation of the Chief Public Defender. The board hears, and makes decisions about all complaints and grievances of employees. The Board also promulgates rules and regulations governing employees’ rights and relations. Any aggrieved employee has the right to appeal an adverse decision of the Board pursuant to Title 5, Section 1421 et seq., Virgin Islands Code. The Board also approves the annual budget for the Office.

Nomination and Appointment of Public Defenders

The Public Defender of each division of the office is appointed by, and shall serve, at the will of the Public Defender Administration Board. The Board shall name one (1) appointee as Chief Public Defender, who shall serve a term of three (3) years and may be reappointed. The Chief Public Defender may be terminated by the board for cause. The Public Defender for the St. Thomas/St. John Division of the Office shall reside in that division. The Public Defender for the St. Croix division of the Office shall reside in that division. Public Defenders shall be chosen on the basis of experience and the ability to defend persons accused of crimes.

Duties of Public Defender

When representing an indigent client in a criminal proceeding before the Superior Court, the Public Defender shall counsel and defend the client at every stage of the proceedings, and at any appeals or other remedies, before or after conviction, that are considered to be in the interest of justice.

Each Public Defender must devote his/her full time to the discharge of duties and cannot directly, or indirectly, engage in the private practice of law. Additionally, the Public Defender will not directly or indirectly refer any civil or criminal litigation to any particular lawyer or lawyers. Moreover, the Public Defender will not directly or indirectly recommend or suggest to any person the employment of a particular lawyer or lawyers to counsel, conduct, defend, or prosecute any legal matter or litigation when such action would conflict with the duties of a Public Defender.

The Chief Public Defender makes an annual report to all members of the Board. The report shall contain a brief summary of all cases handled by the Office during the preceding year.

Federal Prisoner Access to Legal Publications

The Chief Public Defender is authorized and directed to annually survey all federal prisons which houses prisoners incarcerated after being convicted for violating criminal statutes of the Virgin Islands. The purpose of the annual survey is to determine if the facility has made Virgin Islands legal publications and materials available to its prisoners. If it is determined that the facility does not have Virgin Islands legal publications and materials the Chief Public Defender shall forward the needed publications and materials to the facility. Virgin Islands legal publications and materials means Volumes 1, 1A, 2, and 3 of the Virgin Islands Code, and its supplements, and the volumes of the Virgin Islands reports which do not appear in the federal reports.

VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC DEFENDER ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Public Defender’s Board

Chief

First Principal Attorney Administrator Fiscal Officer

Client Defense & Administration Investigations Services

Assistant Attorney Administrator

Data Entry Clerk Law Clerk Legal Secretary

Paralegal Receptionist Messenger

Custodial Investigator Worker

EXECUTIVE

Executive Branch Executive Branch of the United States Virgin Islands

As an unincorporated Territory of the United States, the Virgin Islands are subject to the plenary power of Congress, under the territorial clause of the Constitution, to make rules and regulations pertaining to the Virgin Islands. In addition, Congress has the power to legislate directly for the Territory or to establish governance for the Territory, subject to congressional control.

The Revised Organic Act of 1954 vested the executive power of the Virgin Islands in the Governor of the Virgin Islands. By law, the Governor and the Lieutenant Governor must be elected by a majority of the votes cast by qualified voters in the Territory. They are elected jointly by casting a single vote applicable to both officers in a general election.

The first election for Governor and Lieutenant Governor of the Virgin Islands was held on November 3, 1970. The Governor and Lieutenant Governor’s terms of office are four (4) years, and they serve until their successors are elected. No person elected to Governor for two (2) full successive terms is eligible to again hold that office until one (1) full term has intervened.

To be elected Governor or Lieutenant Governor, a candidate must be an eligible voter, a citizen of the United States and a legal resident of the Virgin Islands for five (5) consecutive years immediately preceding the election, and must be at least thirty (30) years of age.

The Governor has general supervision and control of all departments, bureaus, agencies and other instrumentalities of the Executive Branch of the Government of the Virgin Islands. The Executive Branch strives to improve the quality of life for residents by developing and implementing policies and programs that efficiently deliver the services required for best practices and effective governance. The Governor selects and appoints the Attorney General, Commissioners and other high ranking officials in policy-making positions; however, they cannot serve without legislative confirmation.

The Governor, as the Chief Executive, is empowered to grant pardons and reprieves, and remit fines and forfeitures for offenses against local laws. He may also veto any legislation, appoint and remove all officers and employees of the Executive Branch of the Government, except as otherwise provided in the Revised Organic Act of 1954 or any other Act of Congress, or under the laws of the Virgin Islands, and shall commission all officers that he may appoint. He may also issue executive orders and regulations not in conflict with any applicable laws, may recommend bills to the Legislature, and express his views on any matter before that body.

The Executive Branch of the Government consists of the Office of the Governor and the Office of the Lieutenant Governor. Offices and agencies under the Executive Office of the Governor and within the Executive Branch include the following.

 There are six (6) Executive Offices of the Governor with a Director: o The Office of Management and Budget, o The Division of Personnel, o The Virgin Islands Fire Services, o The Bureau of Information Technology, o The Office of the Adjutant General, and o The Office of Veterans Affairs.

 There are four (4) Agencies with a Director: o The Bureau of Internal Revenue, o The Bureau of Motor Vehicles, o The Bureau of Corrections, and 41

o The Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA).

 There are thirteen (13) Departments with a Commissioner: o The Department of Labor, o The Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs, o The Department of Finance, o The Department of Education o The Virgin Islands Police Department, o The Department of Property and Procurement o The Department of Public Works, o The Department of Health, o The Department of Human Services, o The Department of Planning and Natural Resources o The Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation, o The Department of Agriculture, and o The Department of Tourism.

 There is one (1) Department with an Attorney General: o The Department of Justice.

 There is one (1) Agency with an Inspector General: o The Office of the Inspector General.

 There are two (2) Semi-Autonomous Instrumentalities with CEOs and a Board: o The Schneider Regional Medical Center, o The Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center.

 There is one (1) Agency with an Executive Director and a Board: o The Board of Education.

Additionally, the Governor has proposed legislative changes to the following Agency:

o Change in Name Designation from the Department of Housing, Parks & Recreation (HPR) to the Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation (SPR) since the housing component was moved to the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority (VIHFA) pursuant to Act No. 6973.

THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS EXECUTIVE BRANCH

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Office of the Governor Office of the Lieutenant Governor Hospitals Facilities Corporation

Schneider Regional Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Medical Center Center

Waste Management Board of Education Authority

Executive Offices of Department of V.I. Territorial Emergency Bureau of Internal Management Authority the Governor Justice Revenue

Office of Management Office of Inspector Bureau of Motor Department of & Budget General Vehicles Labor

Division of Department of Licensing Department of Department of Property & Consumer Affairs & Procurement Personnel Finance

Virgin Islands Fire Department of Bureau of Virgin Islands Police Services Agriculture Corrections Department

Bureau of Information Department of Planning Department of Department of Technology & Natural Resources Education Health

Office of the Department of Department of Department of Adjutant General Human Services Public Works Housing, Parks & Recreation Office of Veterans Affairs Department of Tourism

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Performance Management Performance Management Overview

The Government of the Virgin Islands, under the leadership of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) enhances service delivery and promotes fiscal accountability by ensuring that every department and agency within the Executive Branch understands, develops, and implements applicable performance measures. These measures must align organizational goals with territorial strategic plans; linking vision, mission and values creates strong synergy. Within the Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI), performance management is sure to thrive once managers, program directors, supervisors, and department/agency heads assume responsibility for influencing results; preference facts over intuition or tradition; and embrace the concept of the overarching system.

The Governor has identified five (5) High Priority areas of concentration for Fiscal Year 2013 and beyond. These High Priority areas are: Economic Development, Energy, Education, Health, and Public Safety. To improve the performance of programs of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands (GVI) in the upcoming year and years to come the, the GVI will pursue three (3) performance strategies.

 Use of Performance Information to lead, learn and improve. Departments and Agencies will set high priority goals and use constructive data reviews to keep their organizations on tract to deliver on these objectives. Outcome-focused performance management can transform the way government works, however, the ultimate test of an effective performance management system is whether it is used, not the number of goals and measures produced.  Communicate performance coherently and concisely for better results and transparency. The GVI will candidly communicate to the public the priorities, problems, and progress of Government programs, explaining the reasons behind past trends. In addition, agencies will strengthen their capacity to learn from experience and take greater ownership in monitoring and communicating performance results.  Strengthen problem-solving networks. The GVI will tap into and encourage practitioners inside Government to work to improve outcomes and performance management practices. New information technologies will be utilized to transform the GVI’s ability to tap vast reservoirs of capacity beyond the Territory. Transformation Stewardship recognizes the Stewardship role of government as well as the transformational process that results with the implementation of performance management while recognizing the importance of the individual and the evolution of individual commitment towards a team process. It is with the framework of transformation stewardship that the Virgin Islands Office of Management and Budget embarked upon the implementation of performance management. The initial approach was a pilot project of 11 departments and agencies trained in the concepts of the performance system. Upon successful completion of the project, the process was expanded to include the remaining 22 departments and agencies. Thus reshaping how the Virgin Islands government adapts and responds to rapidly changing circumstances; resolves of constituent needs; and reforms organizational norms and values.

The full scale implementation of performance management within the Virgin Islands Government took an approximate five (5) years. The process was then re-evaluated and changed to meet the current and on-going needs of the Territory. The Fiscal Year 2013 Budget manifests formatting changes from previous years so departments and agencies may better reflect modified mission requirements; differing stakeholder expectations; and the needs of a more performance oriented environment. Additionally, departments and agencies find themselves in the throes of training a younger labor force as well as facilitating institutional knowledge transference from those nearing retirement to those entering the workforce.

The most significant format change is the number of key performance indicators (KPI) presented in the Fiscal Year 2013 Budget per organization. Some activity centers are no longer required to present KPIs; and those that are, present the indicator(s) key to their specific mission (which usually does not exceed three). The decision to limit

the number of key performance indicators is based on the fact that key performance indicators are not synonyms for generalized metrics or scorecards but objective, quantifiable measurements critical to the success of organizations. In addition, the key performance indicators were chosen because they evidenced reliability, validity, specificity, measurability and achievability.

Administrative support systems, while considered enhancements to the quality of services rendered, are usually not characterized as critical success areas; thus eliminating the need to append key performance measurements to them. However, performance indicators are assigned for the purpose of internal measurement of outcomes. Each administrative support area is required to develop performance indicators and to report on them during the quarterly reporting process through the use of graphics or other acceptable or approved medium.

The transformational stewardship role remains one of prominence for the Government of the United States Virgin Islands. The Government recognizes that critical success factors include the efficient and effective flow of information and interaction between it and the people it serves. The needed transformation for improved quality of service is contingent on commitments to modified human performance and achievement of significant long- term improvements to include the identification and elimination of poor decision-making processes, resistance to change, maximized productivity, improved people-oriented transactional processes and cost reductions.

ANNUAL BUDGET PROCESS

Annual Budget Process Annual Budget Process Overview

The Government of the Virgin Islands budget process is based on an executive budget model. The Executive Branch is responsible for developing, formulating and compiling a comprehensive, balanced budget proposal, which is modified by the Legislature and enacted into law. The Governor is required by law to seek and coordinate request from agencies of the government and develop a “complete” spending plan of proposed expenditures and the revenues available to support them thus creating a balance budget. This balanced budget along with the necessary appropriation bills and enabling legislation are mandated by law to be submitted to the Legislature by May 30th each year. The Governor is also required to execute the adopted budget through administrative actions during the fiscal year.

The Government of the Virgin Islands’ fiscal year begins October 1 and ends September 30; however, the actual ‘budget cycle’ representing the time between early budget preparation and final disbursements, extends over a period of eight months commencing in the first quarter of the current fiscal year.

The budget process consists of six major areas: 1. Budget Formulation 2. Agency Budget Preparation 3. OMB Budget Review/Recommendation 4. The Governor’s Proposal 5. Legislature’s Action 6. Budget Execution

Budget Formulation

December – January: The budget formulation process begins with the development of the revenue projections. The Financial Team which is comprised of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (hereinafter “OMB”), the Commissioner of the Department of Finance, the Director of the Internal Revenue Bureau, the Director of the Bureau of Economic Research, a liaison from the Office of the Lieutenant Governor’s Office – Real Property Taxes and a liaison from the Governor’s Office meets periodically to analyze past economic trends and monitor revenue flows to begin developing revenue projections for the upcoming fiscal year. During the month of December, the Director along with the staff of OMB begins the development of the budget ceilings for all Departments and Agencies based on the projection of revenues for the upcoming fiscal year.

January: The Director of OMB issues the budget guidance to all Departments and Agencies with the projected ceiling levels as dictated by the projected revenues. During this time, OMB conducts budget orientation sessions in the St. Thomas/St. John and St. Croix districts with the Commissioners, Directors, fiscal personnel, and program directors. It is at this time that all budget guidelines are explained. The respective Analyst assigned to each department and agency is available to answer inquiries about the guidelines. The Analysts work with the Departments and Agencies on a one-on-one basis to address particular budgetary concerns. Additionally, site visits are conducted during this period to familiarize the Analysts with the Departments and Agencies operational plans.

Agency Budget Preparation

February: The Departments and Agencies develop their spending plans in agreement with the ceilings and guidelines in the budget along with training and hands-on budget orientation sessions.

OMB Budget Review/Recommendation

March – April: The Departments and Agencies submit their proposed budgets for the upcoming fiscal year to OMB. The Director, along with the OMB staff, analyze the individual budgets and prepare recommendations for the Departments and Agencies, update the Departments and Agencies narratives, draft the necessary appropriation bills and enabling legislations, develop budget schedules, summaries and revenue statements. Department and Agency heads are presented with a copy of OMB’s recommendation (justification letter, management letter and personnel listing) for their particular Department and Agency to review and discuss with OMB’s staff at scheduled internal budget hearings, if necessary. If changes are made during the internal budget hearings, the Analysts revise the Department and Agency’s budget and simultaneously revise the budget schedules, summaries and the revenue statements for submission to the Governor’s financial team for review, recommendations and approval. If necessary, changes are made and supporting documents are updated for presentation to the Governor.

The Governor’s Proposal

May: After conferring with the Governor, the recommended budgets are finalized. The Governor’s submission message to the Legislature, togetherwith OMB Director’s budget message to the Governor are drafted to complete the unbound compilation of the document. The document in its entirety is then submitted to the Government’s Printing Office electronically to be printed and bound. Also, an electronic version of the document is placed on CD as well as various websites for public access.

Pursuant to Title 2, Chapter 2, Section 24, subsection (b) and Chapter 12, Section 251 Virgin Islands Code, a balanced budget for the Government of the Virgin Islands is then submitted to the Legislature by May 30th.

The proposed Executive Budget includes government funds subject to appropriations pursuant to law - the General Fund, Internal Revenue Matching Fund, Government Insurance Fund, etc.; non-appropriated government funds – funds that generate revenues from fees, services, etc.; and funds used by the revenue generating department/agency (i.e. Data Processing Fund, Fire Service Emergency Fund).

Legislature’s Action

June – September: During this time, the Legislature reviews and deliberates on the proposed Executive Budget, supporting appropriation bills, enabling legislation, schedules and summaries as submitted by the Governor. The Post Audit Division of the Legislature analyzes the budgetary information and prepares reports for the Committee on Finance to conduct individual Departments and Agencies’ budget hearings. During the hearings, Commissioners and Directors and their key financial personnel are given the opportunity to testify on their recommended budgets. Once all hearings are concluded, the Committee on Finance acts on the Governor’s proposed Executive Budget and forward its recommendations to the Committee on Rules and Judiciary, and finally to the Legislative body for its consideration at a legislative session.

During the legislative process, the Legislature may add, change or delete any item in the budget proposed by the Governor. The proposed Executive Budget and accompanying legislative bills must be approved by the Legislature and signed into law by the Governor on or before September 30th. If the budget is not approved before the commencement of the new fiscal year – October 1st, pursuant to the 1954 Revised Organic Act, Section 9(e), the appropriations of the preceding fiscal year, as they may be deemed applicable, are automatically re-appropriated until a new budget is approved. Once approved, this becomes the Adopted Budget as amended by the Legislature.

Adopted Budget Execution

September: Upon approval of the Adopted Budget, the Governor has another opportunity to veto the budget partially or in its entirety and return it to the Legislature with his objections. This is known as a gubernatorial veto. A gubernatorial veto can be overridden by a two-third majority of all the members of the Legislature and thereby becoming law. Also, the Governor could allow the budget to become law without his signature.

October – September: Once the budget is enacted, fiscal control of expenditures is exercised by the Governor through the Director of OMB. If the fiscal resources available to the Government in any fiscal year are insufficient to cover the appropriations approved for such year, the Governor, through the Director of OMB, may take administrative measures (such as reducing budget allotments) to align expenditures with the available resources

SUMMARIES

Summary of Appropriation Requests by Activities and Fund GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATION REQUESTS BY ACTIVITIES AND LOCAL FUNDS FISCAL YEAR 2013

Interest Earned on Business & Internal Revenue Government Caribbean Basin Health Debt Service Indirect Cost Commercial Transportation Departments/Agencies General Fund Matching Fund Insurance Fund Initiative Fund Revolving Fund Reserve Fund Property Fund Trust Fund Other Funds Total Judicial & Legislative Branch 45,454,483 ------45,454,483 V.I. Election System 1,269,020 ------1,269,020 Bd. of Elections - STT/STJ 75,252 ------75,252 Bd. of Elections - STX 81,914 ------81,914 University of the Virgin Islands 28,104,581 ------28,104,581 Waste Management Agency 23,826,491 ------8,212,513 (a) 32,039,004 V.I. Public Television System "WTJX" 3,846,346 ------3,846,346 Department of Justice 13,114,362 ------13,114,362 Bureau of Corrections 25,796,230 ------25,796,230 Executive Offices of the Governor 38,326,453 - - - - - 2,226,947 - - 609,317 (b) 41,162,717 Office of the Lieutenant Governor 6,386,170 ------6,386,170 Board of Education 2,914,468 ------2,914,468 Bureau of Internal Revenue 10,019,307 ------10,019,307 Office of the Inspector General 1,323,348 ------1,323,348 Bureau of Motor Vehicles 1,728,432 ------1,000,000 (c) 2,728,432 Department of Labor 4,478,287 - 1,756,313 ------1,281,370 (d) 7,515,970 Licensing & Consumer Affairs 3,097,932 ------2,195,936 (e) 5,293,868 Department of Finance 5,257,398 - 557,466 - - - 2,681,922 - - - 8,496,786 Debt Services - 77,906,956 ------77,906,956 Contribution To Other Funds - 50,100,000 (f) - 13,000,000 - 3,500,000 - - 11,500,000 2,050,000 (g) 80,150,000

52 Department of Education 162,499,405 ------162,499,405 V. I. Police Department 51,754,882 ------850,000 (h) 52,604,882 Property and Procurement 4,112,849 - - - - - 387,213 2,053,237 - - 6,553,299 Department of Public Works 20,556,047 ------1,525,000 (i) 22,081,047 Department of Health 21,684,309 - - - 3,941,036 - - - - - 25,625,345 Department of Human Services 57,285,345 ------57,285,345 Planning & Natural Resources 7,575,555 ------7,575,555 Department of Agriculture 2,541,354 ------2,541,354 Sports, Parks & Recreation 5,952,955 ------5,952,955 Department of Tourism 2,766,377 ------650,000 (j) 3,416,377 Hospital & Health Facility Corp. Schneider Regional Medical Center 21,323,994 ------21,323,994 Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital 19,253,114 ------19,253,114 Miscellaneous $103,418,220 ------$150,000 (k) 103,568,220 Sub Totals 695,824,880 128,006,956 2,313,779 13,000,000 3,941,036 3,500,000 5,296,082 2,053,237 11,500,000 18,524,136 883,960,106 Less Transfer between Funds - (50,100,000) - (13,000,000) - (3,500,000) - - (11,500,000) (2,050,000) (80,150,000) Grand Totals 695,824,880 77,906,956 2,313,779 - 3,941,036 - 5,296,082 2,053,237 - 16,474,136 803,810,106

(a) Anti-litter and Beautification Fund ($3,637,513), St. John Capital Improvement Fund ($1,275,000), and Tourism Advert Rev. Fund ($300,000), Sewer Fund ($3,000,000) (b) Union Arbitration Award Fund ($609,317) (c) Bureau of Motor Vehicle Fund ($1,000,000) (d) Virgin Islands Labor Management Committee ($175,000), Public Employee Relations Board ($1,106,370) (e) Public Services Commission Revolving Fund ($1,563,367) and Taxi Revolving Fund ($632,569) (f) Contribution to General Fund ($47,100,000) , Crisis Intervention Fund ($1,000,000) and St. Croix Capital Improvement Fund ($2,000,000) (g) Interest Revenue Fund ($1,000,000) and Union Arbitration Award Fund ($1,050,000) (h) Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund $850,000) (i) Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund ($300,000) and St. John Capital Improvement Fund ($225,000) and Anti-litter ($1,000,000) (j) Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund ($650,000) (k) Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund- EDA ($150,000)

Schedule of Departments by Budget Category SCHEDULE OF DEPARTMENTS BY BUDGET CATEGORY GENERAL FUND - FISCAL YEAR 2013

OTHER SERVICES & CAPITAL PERSONAL SERVICES FRINGE BENEFITS SUPPLIES CHARGES UTILITIES ALL EXPENSES OUTLAY GRAND TOTAL LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS 17,599,388 17,599,388 SUPREME COURT 5,710,661 5,710,661 SUPERIOR COURT 18,786,200 18,786,200 JUDICIAL COUNCIL 225,972 225,972 OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC DEFENDER 3,132,262 3,132,262 SUBTOTAL 45,454,483

V.I. ELECTION SYSTEM 1,269,020 1,269,020 BOARD OF ELECTIONS - STT/STJ 75,252 75,252 BOARD OF ELECTIONS - STX 81,914 81,914 UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS 28,104,581 28,104,581 V.I. WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY 23,826,491 23,826,491 V.I. PUBLIC TELEVISION SYSTEM "WTJX" 3,846,346 3,846,346 SUBTOTAL 57,203,604

BUREAU OF CORRECTIONS 12,441,298 4,958,993 1,475,656 5,120,283 1,300,000 - 500,000 25,796,230 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 8,328,406 2,527,564 30,230 1,693,267 534,895 - - 13,114,362 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR 4,871,065 1,761,292 184,500 1,782,661 401,373 - - 9,000,891 MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET 1,303,308 467,548 39,895 260,939 30,000 - - 2,101,690 53 DIVISION OF PERSONNEL 1,442,746 583,749 17,407 300,765 150,000 - - 2,494,667

V.I. TERRITORIAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY 2,311,247 905,001 53,178 620,602 489,421 - - 4,379,449 VIRGIN ISLANDS FIRE SERVICE 10,856,535 4,356,742 - 524,239 426,000 - - 16,163,516 BUREAU OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 851,913 319,979 63,367 972,342 161,930 - 25,000 2,394,531 OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL 334,402 123,687 42,446 267,569 368,222 - 314,555 1,450,881 OFFICE OF VETERANS AFFAIRS 242,402 98,426 - - - - - 340,828 OFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR 4,227,836 1,681,566 40,870 313,346 122,552 - - 6,386,170 BOARD OF EDUCATION 750,168 246,955 40,000 1,792,345 60,000 - 25,000 2,914,468 BUREAU OF INTERNAL REVENUE 5,864,562 2,291,696 84,604 1,522,778 205,667 - 50,000 10,019,307 OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL 788,561 269,438 73,432 146,917 45,000 - - 1,323,348 BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES 1,029,874 479,090 - 86,353 133,115 - - 1,728,432 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR 2,246,243 685,932 86,022 1,324,685 135,405 - - 4,478,287 DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS 1,708,037 699,574 48,170 514,460 127,691 - - 3,097,932 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 2,372,297 849,510 287,723 916,868 825,000 - 6,000 5,257,398 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 96,008,956 37,240,586 3,980,614 12,334,772 12,934,477 - - 162,499,405 VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT 32,599,821 11,481,714 1,429,693 4,778,816 1,464,838 - - 51,754,882 DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY AND PROCUREMENT 2,100,400 791,149 150,000 665,443 405,857 - - 4,112,849 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 6,162,390 2,642,599 539,209 10,555,240 656,609 - - 20,556,047 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 13,380,408 4,853,889 338,627 3,005,065 106,320 - - 21,684,309 DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES 16,046,736 6,409,779 782,618 31,165,212 2,881,000 - - 57,285,345 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND NATURAL RESOURCES 3,979,257 1,571,226 472,742 951,558 523,772 - 77,000 7,575,555 DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS, PARKS AND RECREATION 3,431,997 1,533,742 101,019 217,179 669,018 - - 5,952,955 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 1,639,286 750,234 - - 151,834 - - 2,541,354 DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM 1,485,081 541,742 6,554 538,000 145,000 - 50,000 2,766,377 SCHNEIDER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER - - - - - 21,323,994 - 21,323,994 JUAN F. LUIS HOSPITAL - - - - - 19,253,114 - 19,253,114 MISCELLANEOUS 10,588,908 29,668,485 207,669 60,518,158 2,335,000 - 100,000 103,418,220 GRAND TOTAL 249,394,140 120,791,887 10,576,245 142,889,862 27,789,996 143,235,195 1,147,555 695,824,880

BUDGETARY CATEGORY General Fund

$500,000,000 $695,824,880

$400,000,000

$300,000,000

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$100,000,000

GENERAL FUND PROPOSED EXPENDITURES AS SUBMITTED FY 2011-2013 BUDGETARY CATEGORIES FY'11 - $781,947,664 FY'12 - $731,260,941 FY'13 - $695,824,880

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200,000,000

100,000,000

0 Pers. Svs. Capital Outlay Fringe Benefits Supplies Oths Svs. & Chgs. Utilities All Expenses FY11 356,343,265 1,325,309 142,128,268 13,379,003 125,904,484 18,141,348 124,725,987 FY 12 311,661,733 812,253 138,411,946 12,954,057 131,234,300 20,935,175 115,251,477 FY 13 249,394,140 1,147,555 120,791,887 10,576,245 142,889,862 27,789,996 143,235,195

REVENUE OVERVIEW

Revenue Overview Revenue Overview

The U.S. economic recession began late 2007 and continued throughout 2008 and 2009. Although the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) declared that the recession ended in summer of 2009, the Fiscal Year 2009 and 2010 U.S. Real Gross Domestic Product remained relatively flat and only engaged in a moderate recovery during Fiscal Years 2010 and 2011.

Like many governments, the United States Virgin Islands’ economic recovery was expected to be similar to the U.S. economy’s recovery and to slowly trend upward. However that expected similarity was shattered in January of 2012 when HOVENSA made the announcement of the closure of its petroleum refinery on St. Croix. The analysis done by the Bureau of Economic Research (BER) has projected that a $580 million shortfall in economic output resulted from the closure of HOVENSA. As this was happening, it also became apparent that there was potential damage to the international cruise industry and local tourism after the Coasta Concordia hit a reef off the Italian coast of Tuscany. It is known that current projected U.S. economic growth will stimulate the local economy but the future growth of the Territory is uncertain because of the aforementioned two major events and other factors.

The revenue projections for Fiscal Year 2013 are developed considering all of the external and local economic factors, planned capital projects and other revenue enhancement initiatives, and the impact of the HOVENSA Refinery closure, which reduced petroleum trade and eliminated 1,200 refinery positions and about 980 subcontract positions.

Fiscal Year 2013 projected total available revenues for appropriation is at $695.8 million. This projection is based on the four (4) major sources: taxes, fees, contributions and other financing sources uses less transfers out, which are mainly for debt services, refunds and as a contribution to other funding sources:

Taxes and Other Revenues

Projected revenue collections for Fiscal Year 2013 in the amount of $698.9 million derived from the following categories  Individual income taxes for FY 2013 of $350.7 million reflect a $1.5 million or (1.005%) increase as compared to FY 2012 tax collection estimate of $349.2 million. This tax is a derivative of economic activity in the Territory and is heavily impacted by wages paid, capital projects implementation and the increased unemployment rate. Although the closure of HOVENSA will severely impact this tax category, the planned capital projects and aggressive collection efforts initiated by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) with the establishment of a Tax Collection Task Force is expected to offset this loss.

 Corporate income tax collection of $52.3 million for FY 2013, which reflects a $0.8 million decrease to $53.1 million projected for FY 2012. Corporate profit margins and capital investments impacts income tax collections.

 Real property tax projection for FY 2013 is $98.0 million reflecting a $1.5 million or (2%) increase over FY 2012 projected collections of $96.5 million. This collection is based on the issuance and collection of property tax payments for calendar years 2010, 2011 and 2012 as well as an aggressive collection process for prior year’s delinquent taxes, including continued auctioning of delinquent properties.

 Trade and Excise tax collections for FY 2013 are estimated at $22.8 million; which is a similar amount to FY 2012 projection.

 Gross receipt taxes (GRT) for FY 2013 are at $143.4 million; a decrease of $10.4 million or 7% below that of FY 2012 projection of $153.8 million. This projection is based on 5% of the gross sales as mandated by Act Nos. 7248 and 7342 which increased the GRT rate from 4% to 5%. Despite the recent GRT rate increase, the impact of HOVENSA will cause the projected amount of GRT to be lower in FY 2013 than FY 2012. Prior to the GRT recent increases, the 4% GRT rate was in effect for over 20 years.

The Other Revenues category incorporates tax receipts from fees derived from licenses, permits, franchise taxes, stamp taxes, malpractice insurance, inheritance taxes and other miscellaneous charges to an approximate contributions of $31.7 million for FY 2013.

Transfers In

The General Fund is projected to receive $90.7 million as contribution from other local funds in FY 2013, which is a decrease of $9.4 million (10%) over that of the FY 2012 projected contribution of $100.1 million. The major contributor to this revenue source is the Internal Revenue Matching Fund (IRMF). The IRMF’s estimated contribution is $47.1 million (52%). The IRMF receives monies from excise taxes levied on rum produced in the U. S. Virgin Islands and sold in the United States. In prior years, Cruzan Rum was the only contributor to the Territory’s IRMF collections; however in Fiscal Year 2012 Diageo started contributing, as it now manufactures rum in the United States Virgin Islands and sells it in the United States pursuant to the Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI) agreement with Diageo. In addition Act No. 7362 ratified the amendments between Cruzan Rum and the GVI and as result both rum agreements will generate additional cover over revenues for the Territory.

Other fund transfers-in includes the Transportation Trust Fund of $11.5 million (12.7%). Generally, the Transportation Trust Fund would contribute about $13.0 million, but Act No. 7360 decreased the amount of funds that will be available annually by an estimated $1.5 million, which is now diverted into the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority Generating and Infrastructure Fund for WAPA to invest in acquiring new power production and/or energy efficient generating units for the Territory. The Caribbean Basin Initiative Fund will contribute $13 million (14.3%) and the Insurance Guaranty Fund (IGF) $13.5 million (14.9%). In FY 2011 the IGF was utilized to pay retroactive wages owed to government employees. In FY 2012 and 2013 it will be utilized as a contribution to the General Fund for operational expenses in as much as Act No. 7342 lowered the IGF mandatory fund balance threshold from $50,000,000 to $10,000,000.

Other Sources

From FY 2008 to FY 2011 the Territory received temporary financial aid from the Education Jobs Fund, Economic Stimulus Funds, American Recovery Reenactment Act and Tax Rebates. In addition, the Territory utilized Proceed from Bonds, loans from local lenders including Government Employee Retirement system (GERS) and internal borrowing. These funds were helpful as it averted further potential budget cuts. Having exhausted these funds, the Territory is once again utilizing a projected $60 million in external borrowing Fiscal Year 2013 to bridge a projected revenue shortfall in Fiscal Years 2012 and 2013.

Transfers Out

There is an estimated $153.8 million in gross obligations projected for this category. The obligations include tax refunds, infrastructure subsidies for street lighting, payments for the 1999, 2003, 2006, 2009 and 2012 Gross Receipts Revenue Bond Debt Service, the 911 project loans; and the 2009 Working Capital Loan Debt Service. It also includes transfers to Other Local Funds totaling $12.0 million as mandated by various Acts of the Virgin Islands Code. The annual 30% Stamp Tax that is transferred to the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority (VIHFA) was deferred and expired in FY 2012 as legislated in Act No. 7241. However, the VIHFA Stamp Tax contribution is once again projected to be deferred in Fiscal Year 2013 to aid in bridging the gap between the revenue and expenditures.

Monitoring

The Virgin Islands Government has done much to ensure that the community is secure and to provide education, healthcare and other services to both locals and visitors alike. However the HOVENSA Refinery closing will adversely impact the Territory’s future revenue projections. To minimize changes that may occur because of such an event, the Administration will continue to monitor its revenue collections and expenditures, provide laws and regulations to encourage and enhance economic development to expand the Territory’s revenue base.

The United States Virgin Islands tax laws mirror the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Tax Code; therefore income tax collections are impacted whenever an amendment is made to the IRS codes by the U.S. Congress. Although most Administrations find it difficult to increase taxes and fees, it is necessary in order for governments to be able to generate sufficient resources to be to provide comfortable standards of living within their communities. During the past year the Government of the Virgin Islands has done the following: implemented the Marine Terminal User Tax and the Motor Vehicle Rental Surcharge, and increased the Hotel Room and the Gross Receipt taxes, marriage applications and license fees, courts fees and fines, emergency service charge and permit fees. In addition, government employees who have 30 plus years of service are required to contribute an extra 3% of their salary into the Government Employees Retirement System.

The Government of the Virgin Islands intends to continue monitoring and evaluating the Territory’s fiscal condition and to aggressively pursue all legal avenues to collect anticipated revenue streams to ensure that sufficient revenues are available to meet the Territory’s obligations. The Government will also work closely with the economists and key industry representative to monitor and evaluate national and local trends that impact the Territory’s revenue collections, so that changes can be made to mitigate the impact.

Actual and Estimated General Fund Revenues and Contributions GENERAL FUND REVENUES AND CONTRIBUTIONS ACTUAL, ESTIMATED AND PROJECTED FISCAL YEARS 2009- 2013 (IN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS)

ACTUAL PRELIM PRELIM PROJECTED PROJECTED FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 REVENUES INCOME TAXES INDIVIDUAL INCOME 327,955 334,433 354,622 349,247 350,683 CORPORATE INCOME 50,733 60,999 53,503 53,093 52,285 GROSS INCOME TAXES 378,688 395,432 408,125 402,340 402,968 LESS: TAX REFUNDS (94,906) (94,601) (80,192) (95,000) (82,019) NET INCOME TAXES 283,782 300,831 327,933 307,340 320,949 OTHER TAXES REAL PROPERTY 29,624 25,925 88,049 96,500 98,000 Less: Infrastructure (Act No. 6595) 6% (1,848) (2,111) (7,083) (5,790) (5,880) TRADE AND EXCISE 21,441 23,143 24,623 22,726 22,800 GROSS RECEIPTS 126,151 134,773 145,409 153,821 143,383 INHERITANCE TAX 258 0 4 4 4 FRANCHISE TAXES 2,098 1,976 2,170 2,288 2,295 MARINE TERNIMAL 0 0 0 1,449 1,990 ALL OTHER (STAMP) 7,314 7,496 7,902 7,356 7,934 TOTAL OTHER TAXES 185,038 191,202 261,074 278,354 270,526

TOTAL TAXES, NET 468,820 492,033 589,007 585,694 591,475

U.S. CUSTOM DUTIES 124 466 1,946 258 258 LESS: AMOUNT DUE TO V.I. PORT AUTHORITY (124) (466) (1,946) (258) (258) TOTAL NET CUSTOMS 0 0 0 0 0

OTHER REVENUES MALPRACTICE INSURANCE 109 143 107 93 129 LICENSES, FEES, PERMITS 8,837 10,434 9,834 12,175 12,227 FRANCHISE FEES 1,032 1,096 1,113 1,188 1,152 BANK FEES 0 0 0 0 0 ALL OTHER 4,167 2,260 1,372 1,885 1,996 MISCELLANEOUS 0 0 1,344 108 3,786 TOTAL OTHER REVENUES, GROSS 14,145 13,933 13,770 15,449 19,290

TOTAL REVENUES 482,965 505,966 602,777 601,143 610,765

OPERATING TRANS. FROM OTHER FUNDS CARIBBEAN BASIN INITIATIVE 8,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 13,000 INTEREST REVENUE FUND 1,000 1,000 1,000 500 1,000 V.I. LOTTERY 0 0 0 75 75 INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING FUND 36,275 50,343 11,589 37,160 47,100 INTEREST ON DEBT SERVICE RESERVES 0 0 1,500 4,000 3,500 BUDGET STABILIZATION FUND 10,000 0 0 0 0 TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND 13,000 13,400 13,000 11,750 11,500 EMPL UNION ARBITRATION AWARD FUND 0 3,248 0 0 1,050 LAND BANK FUND 0 0 0 0 0 INSURANCE GUARANTY FUND 20,000 5,000 45,000 25,000 13,500 INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT FUND 0 0 0 0 0 MISCELLANEOUS 1,143 43 12,406 11,645 0 TOTAL OPERATING TRANS. FROM OTHER FUNDS 89,418 81,034 93,495 100,130 90,725

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES/(USES) TRANSFER FROM COMPONENT UNITS 0 200 0 0 0 TAX RELIEF ACT 0 0 0 0 0 2003 REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS 0 0 0 0 0 1998 AND 1999 BOND PROCEEDS 0 0 0 0 0 Less: Obligations - Income Tax Refund 0 0 0 0 0 Y2K LOOAN PROCEEDS (EXPENDED) 0 0 0 0 0 DOI Y2K GRANT 0 0 0 0 0 2008 ECONOMIC STIMULUS (7,712) (4,307) 0 0 0 TAX REBATE 0 0 0 0 0 TAX REBATE 2009 (Individual Income Tax) 23,400 21,083 7,656 0 0 ARRA Stabilization Fund 0 31,001 26,325 0 0 Education Jobs Fund 0 0 13,240 0 0 EXTERNAL BORROWING \ FY 2009 GR BOND 98,282 255,823 0 0 0 EXTERNAL BORROWING \ FY 2012 0 0 0 60,000 60,000 INTERNAL BORROWING 43,600 0 0 0 0 FB\BP Loan Proceeds 0 0 123,496 0 0 GERS Loan Proceeds 0 0 0 12,616 0 2010 Matching Fund bond Proceeds 0 0 0 0 0 1999,2003 & 2006 GR Revenue Bond Debt Service (40,346) (40,335) (40,049) (41,017) (41,324) 2012 GR Revenue Bonds Debt Service 0 0 0 0 (1,151) 2009 Working Capital Loan DEBT SERVICE (1,917) (9,100) (3,100) (6,197) (7,227) Debt Service on VIPD& VIFS Vehicles Financing (4,177) (2,741) (2,509) 0 0 Debt Service on 2012 VIPD Fleet Loan 0 0 0 0 (2,023) Y2K LOAN/DEBT SERVICE (1,235) (620) 0 0 0 2009 - VIPFA 911 Project Loan (2,741) (2,741) (1,932) (1,847) (1,932) TRANSFERS OUT * (8,859) (8,901) (51,573) (12,008) (12,008) PRIOR YEAR ENCUMBRANCES 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL OTHER FINANCING SOURCES/(USES) 98,295 239,362 71,554 11,547 (5,665)

TOTAL 670,678 826,362 767,826 712,820 695,825

GENERAL FUND REVENUES AND CONTRIBUTIONS ACTUAL, ESTIMATED AND PROJECTED FISCAL YEARS 2009- 2013 (IN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS)

REVENUES INDIVIDUAL INCOME 327,955 334,433 354,622 349,247 350,683 CORPORATE INCOME 50,733 60,999 53,503 53,093 52,285 REAL PROPERTY 29,624 25,925 88,049 96,500 98,000 TRADE AND EXCISE 21,441 23,143 24,623 22,726 22,800 GROSS RECEIPTS 126,151 134,773 145,409 153,821 143,383 INHERITANCE TAX 258 0 4 4 4 FRANCHISE TAXES 2,098 1,976 2,170 2,288 2,295 MARINE TERMINAL 0 0 0 1,449 1,990 ALL OTHER (STAMP) 7,314 7,496 7,902 7,356 7,934 US CUSTOM DUTIES 124 466 1,946 258 258 OTHER REVENUES MALPRACTICE INSURANCE 109 143 107 93 129 LICENSES, FEES, PERMITS 8,837 10,434 9,834 12,175 12,227 FRANCHISE FEES 1,032 1,096 1,113 1,188 1,152 BANK FEES 0 0 0 0 0 ALL OTHER 4,167 2,260 1,372 1,885 1,996 MISCELLANEOUS (DOE Refund) 0 0 1,344 108 3,786 TOTAL REVENUES 579,843 603,144 691,998 702,191 698,922

TRANSFERS IN CARIBBEAN BASIN INITIATIVE 8,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 13,000 INTEREST REVENUE FUND 1,000 1,000 1,000 500 1,000 V.I. LOTTERY 0 0 0 75 75 INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING FUND 36,275 50,343 11,589 37,160 47,100 INTERESET ON DEBT SERVICE RESERVE 0 0 1,500 4,000 3,500 BUDGET STABILIZATION FUND 10,000 0 0 0 0 TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND 13,000 13,400 13,000 11,750 11,500 EMPL UNION ARBITRATION AWARD FUND 0 3,248 0 0 1,050 LAND BANK FUND 0 0 0 0 0 INSURANCE GUARANTY FUND 20,000 5,000 45,000 25,000 13,500 INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT FUND 0 0 0 0 0 MISCELLANEOUS 1,143 43 12,406 11,645 0 TOTAL TRANSFERS-IN 89,418 81,034 93,495 100,130 90,725

OTHER FINANCING SOURCES TRANSFER FROM COMPONENT UNITS 0 200 0 0 0 TAX RELIEF ACT 0 0 0 0 0 2003 REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS 0 0 0 0 0 1998 AND 1999 BOND PROCEEDS 0 0 0 0 0 Less: Obligations - Income Tax Refund 0 0 0 0 0 Y2K LOOAN PROCEEDS (EXPENDED) 0 0 0 0 0 DOI Y2K GRANT 0 0 0 0 0 TAX REBATE 2009 (Individual Income Tax) 23,400 21,083 7,656 0 0 ARRA Stabilization Fund 31,001 26,325 0 0 Education Jobs Fund 0 0 13,240 0 0 2008 ECONOMIC STIMULUSTAX REBATE 0 0 0 0 0 EXTERNAL BORROWING \FY 2009 GR BOND 98,282 255,823 0 0 0 EXTERNAL BORROWING \FY 2012 0 0 0 60,000 60,000 INTERNAL BORROWING 43,600 0 0 0 0 FB\BP Loan Proceeds 0 0 123,496 0 0 GERS Loan Proceeds 0 0 0 12,616 0 2010 Matching Fund bond Proceeds 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 165,282 308,107 170,717 72,616 60,000 TOTAL RESOURCES AVAILABLE 834,543 992,285 956,210 874,937 849,647 TRANSFERS OUT TAX REFUNDS (94,906) (94,601) (80,192) (95,000) (82,019) INFRASTUCTURE (Act No. 6595-WAPA) (1,848) (2,111) (7,083) (5,790) (5,880) AMOUNT DUE TO V.I. PORT AUTHORITY (124) (466) (1,946) (258) (258) 2008 ECONOMIC STIMULUS REBATE (7,712) (4,307) 0 0 0 1999,2003 & 2006 GR REVENUE BOND DEBT SERVICE (40,346) (40,335) (40,049) (41,017) (41,324) 2012 GR Revenue Bonds Debt Service 0 0 0 0 (1,151) Debt Service on VIPD& VIFS Vehicles Financing (4,177) (2,741) (2,509) 0 0 Debt Service on 2012 VIPD Fleet Loan 0 0 0 0 (2,023) 2009 Working Capital Loan Debt Service (1,917) (9,100) (3,100) (6,197) (7,227) Y2K LOAN/DEBT SERVICE (1,235) (620) 0 0 0 2009 - 911 Project Loan (2,741) (2,741) (1,932) (1,847) (1,932) TRANSFERS OUT * Moderate Income Housing Fund ($250,000 of GRT) (250) (250) (250) (250) (250) St. John Capital Improvement ($1.5 Mil of Property Tax) (1,500) (1,500) (1,500) (1,500) (1,500) Tax Assessor Revolving (1% of Property Tax) (303) (264) (500) (500) (500) Anti-Litter & Beautification Fund (4,130) (4,166) (4,036) (4,166) (4,166) Stamp Tax- To HFA (30% of Stamp Tax) (2,194) (2,231) 0 0 0 Corporation Division Revolving Fund(10% of Cor Fran Tax) (282) (290) (287) (328) (328) Recorder of Deeds Revol. Fund ($200,000 of stamp Tax) (200) (200) 0 (200) (200) GERS - Property Tax Financing 0 0 0 (5,000) (5,000) Health Insurance 0 0 0 0 0 **Other Transfers Out 0 0 (45,000) (63) (63) PRIOR YEAR ENCUMBRANCES 0 0 0 0 0 TOTAL TRANSFERS OUT (163,865) (165,923) (188,384) (162,117) (153,822) ** Retro 43.253 Misc 3,180-FY2011/Misc 2,177-FY2012 TOTAL REVENUES AVAILABLE FOR APPROPRIATIONS 670,678 826,362 767,826 712,820 695,825

TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS 848,603 869,764 793,495 749,651 695,825 TOTAL REVENUES AVAILABLE FOR APPROPRIATIONS vs APPRORIATIONS (177,925) (43,402) (25,669) (36,831) (0) ***FY 2012 Appropriations includes $25 Mil of working Capital

Total Revenue (in Thousands)

Individual Income $350,683 [50.17%]

Other & Taxes $31,771 [4.55%]

Gross Receipts Corporate Income $143,383 Real Property $52,285 [20.51%] Trade & Excise $98,000 [7.48%] $22,800 [14.02%] [3.26%]

GENERAL FUND GROSS REVENUES & CONTRIBUTIONS FY 2011-2013 (in Thousands)

800,000

600,000

400,000

200,000

0 FY 11 FY 12 FY 13 Total Revenues 691,998 702,191 698,922 Total Transfer In 93,495 100,130 90,725 Total Other Fin. Source 170,717 72,616 60,000

Expenditure Report GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS THREE YEAR EXPENDITURE REPORT (2011-2013)

Fiscal Year 2011 Fiscal Year 2012 Fiscal Year 2013 ACTUAL APPROVED | ESTIMATED RECOMMENDED | PROJECTED Departments/Agencies Funding Source Appropriated Non-appropriated Appropriated Non-appropriated Appropriated Non-appropriated

Legislative & Judicial Branch General Fund 38,048,294 - 30,479,698 - 45,454,483 - Bonds Proceeds ------Sub-total 38,048,294 - - 30,479,698 - - 45,454,483 -

Total 38,048,294 30,479,698 45,454,483

Department of Justice General Fund 13,894,654 - 13,472,533 - 13,114,362 - Federal Funds - 3,698,968 - 4,695,982 - 5,315,081 Sub-total 13,894,654 3,698,968 13,472,533 4,695,982 13,114,362 5,315,081

Total 17,593,622 18,168,515 18,429,443

Bureau of Corrections General Fund 29,723,092 - 25,296,231 - 25,796,230 - Federal Funds - 201,757 - 112,202 - 400,000 Sub-total 29,723,092 201,757 25,296,231 112,202 25,796,230 400,000

Total 29,924,849 25,408,433 26,196,230

64 Office of the Governor General Fund 8,632,345 - 9,023,784 - 9,000,891 - Tourism Adv. Revolving Fund 29,038 - 150,000 - - -

Stripper Well Funds - 823,404 - 672,400 - - ARRA Funds - 16,981,852 - - - 49,552 Federal Funds - 173,035 - 540,281 - 262,202 Sub-total 8,661,383 17,978,291 9,173,784 1,212,681 9,000,891 311,754

Total 26,639,674 10,386,465 9,312,645

Office of Management and Budget General Fund 2,241,100 - 2,364,485 - 2,101,690 - Indirect Cost Fund 1,221,473 - 1,802,743 - 1,835,887 - Sub-total 3,462,574 - 4,167,228 - 3,937,577 -

Total 3,462,574 4,167,228 3,937,577

Division of Personnel General Fund 4,284,743 - 3,447,074 - 2,494,667 - Indirect Cost Fund 296,234 - 381,457 - 391,060 - Union Arbitration Award Fund 20,707 - - - 609,317 - Sub-total 4,601,683 - 3,828,531 - 3,495,044 -

Total 4,601,683 3,828,531 3,495,044

Virgin Islands Fire Service General Fund 19,547,288 - 17,622,068 - 16,163,516 - Emer. Svc. Special Fund - 218,176 - 232,162 - 241,500 Fire Svc. Emer. Fund - 494,072 - 501,900 - 525,000 Federal Funds - 204,844 - - - - Sub-total 19,547,288 917,092 17,622,068 734,062 16,163,516 766,500

Total 20,464,380 18,356,130 16,930,016

GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS THREE YEAR EXPENDITURE REPORT (2011-2013)

Bureau of Information Technology General Fund 3,070,955 - 2,693,941 - 2,394,531 - Internal Rev. Matching Fund ------Sub-total 3,070,955 - 2,693,941 - 2,394,531 -

Total 3,070,955 2,693,941 2,394,531

V. I. Territorial Emergency Mgt Agency General Fund 4,580,153 - 4,886,220 - 4,379,449 - Federal Funds - 2,215,194 - 2,122,735 - 2,309,301 Sub-total 4,580,153 2,215,194 4,886,220 2,122,735 4,379,449 2,309,301

Total 6,795,347 7,008,955 6,688,750

Adjutant General General Fund 1,244,378 - 1,576,046 - 1,450,881 - 65 Federal Funds - 4,287,729 - 4,055,920 - 5,351,535

Sub-total 1,244,378 4,287,729 1,576,046 4,055,920 1,450,881 5,351,535

Total 5,532,107 5,631,966 6,802,416

Office of Veterans Affairs General Fund 483,313 - 383,445 - 340,828 - V.I. Lottery & Taxi Auc. - 102,668 - 161,260 - 165,000 Sub-total 483,313 102,668 383,445 161,260 340,828 165,000

Total 585,981 544,705 505,828

Office of Lt. Governor General Fund 7,450,939 - 7,098,581 - 6,386,170 - Comm. Ins. Admin. Fund - 2,565,757 - 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 Corp. Div. Revolving Fund - 121,032 - 292,235 - 290,000 Financial Services Fund - 2,692,384 - 3,733,917 - 3,248,356 Tax Assessors Revol. Fund - 326,527 - 905,673 - 610,000 Recorder of Deed Revol. Fund - 97,638 - 200,000 - 200,000 Federal Funds - 21,848 - 41,275 - 41,275 Sub-total 7,450,939 5,825,186 7,098,581 8,173,100 6,386,170 7,389,631

Total 13,276,125 15,271,681 13,775,801

GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS THREE YEAR EXPENDITURE REPORT (2011-2013)

VI Election System General Fund 1,260,869 - 1,150,938 - 1,269,020 - Federal Funds ------Sub-total 1,260,869 - 1,150,938 - 1,269,020 -

Total 1,260,869 1,150,938 1,269,020

Board of Elections - STT/STJ General Fund 96,801 - 84,661 - 75,252 - Sub-total 96,801 - 84,661 - 75,252 -

Total 96,801 84,661 75,252

Board of Elections - STX General Fund 102,233 - 92,156 - 81,914 - Sub-total 102,233 - 92,156 - 81,914 -

Total 102,233 92,156 81,914

Board of Education General Fund 3,060,696 - 3,278,890 - 2,914,468 -

66 Territorial Scholarship Fund - 523,546 - 538,196 - 555,000

Federal Funds - 1,013,977 - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 Sub-total 3,060,696 1,537,523 3,278,890 1,538,196 2,914,468 1,555,000

Total 4,598,219 4,817,086 4,469,468

Bureau of Internal Revenue General Fund 13,339,449 - 10,136,914 - 10,019,307 - Casino Revenue Fund - 62,411 - 50,000 - 50,000 Federal Funds - 603,387 - 175,000 - - Sub-total 13,339,449 665,798 10,136,914 225,000 10,019,307 50,000

Total 14,005,247 10,361,914 10,069,307

Office of Inspector General General Fund 1,320,377 - 1,488,817 - 1,323,348 - Sub-total 1,320,377 - 1,488,817 - 1,323,348 -

Total 1,320,377 1,488,817 1,323,348

Bureau of Motor Vehicles General Fund 2,122,419 - 1,944,553 - 1,728,432 - Bureau of Motor Veh. Fund 1,195,842 - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 - Person. License Plate Fund - 536,270 - 548,670 - 536,545 Federal Funds - 355,199 - - - - Sub-Total 3,318,261 891,469 2,944,553 548,670 2,728,432 536,545

Total 4,209,730 3,493,223 3,264,977

GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS THREE YEAR EXPENDITURE REPORT (2011-2013)

Department of Labor General Fund 5,918,575 - 5,038,247 - 4,478,287 - Govt. Insurance Fund 1,501,160 - 2,267,002 - 1,756,313 - Casino Revenue Fund - 188,582 - 325,000 - 335,000 Departmental Indirect Cost - 970,739 - 832,292 - 867,169 ARRA Funds - 680,536 - - - 108,459 Federal Funds - 6,435,838 - 6,914,110 - 7,346,887 Sub-total 7,419,735 8,275,695 7,305,249 8,071,402 6,234,600 8,657,515

Total 15,695,430 15,376,651 14,892,115

V. I. Labor Mgmt Committee Union Arbitration Fund 184,875 - 165,000 - 175,000 - Sub-total 184,875 - 165,000 - 175,000 -

Total 184,875 165,000 175,000

Public Employee Relations Board Union Arbitration Fund 845,234 - 897,139 - 1,106,370 - Sub-total 845,234 - 897,139 - 1,106,370 -

Total 845,234 897,139 1,106,370

Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs General Fund 3,423,309 - 3,339,039 - 3,097,932 - Consu. Protec. Revol. Fund - 378,409 - 400,000 - 400,000 Sub-total 3,423,309 378,409 3,339,039 400,000 3,097,932 400,000

Total 3,801,718 3,739,039 3,497,932

Public Services Commission Pub. Serv. Com. Revol. Fund 2,143,029 - 1,726,043 - 1,563,367 - Sub-total 2,143,029 - 1,726,043 - 1,563,367 -

Total 2,143,029 1,726,043 1,563,367

Taxicab Commission Taxi License Fund 486,538 - 644,142 - 632,569 - Sub-total 486,538 - 644,142 - 632,569 -

Total 486,538 644,142 632,569

GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS THREE YEAR EXPENDITURE REPORT (2011-2013)

Department of Finance General Fund 6,300,385 5,747,672 - 5,257,398 - Govt. Ins. Fund 555,901 684,775 - 557,466 - Indirect Cost Fund 3,161,848 2,817,730 - 2,681,922 - Data Processing Fund - - - - - ARRA Funds - 906,006 - - - - Federal Funds 42,973 - - - - Sub-total 6,300,385 4,666,728 9,250,177 - 8,496,786 -

Total 10,967,113 9,250,177 8,496,786

Finance 3100* Carib. Basin Initia. Fund 9,000,000 - 10,000,000 - 13,000,000 - Internal Rev. Matching Fund 11,589,000 - 37,160,000 - 47,100,000 - Interest Revenue Fund 1,000,000 - 500,000 - 1,000,000 - Trans. Trust Fund 13,000,000 - 13,000,000 - 11,500,000 - Interest Earned on Debt Service Reserve 1,500,000 - 4,000,000 - 3,500,000 - V.I. Insurance Guar. Fund - 45,000,000 - 25,000,000 - 13,500,000

68 Sub-total 36,089,000 45,000,000 64,660,000 25,000,000 76,100,000 13,500,000

Total 81,089,000 89,660,000 89,600,000

Department of Education General Fund 186,273,154 - 178,318,027 - 162,499,405 - Internal Rev. Matching Fund 196,186 - 300,000 - - - Casino Revenue Fund - 59,647 - 46,084 - 400,000 JROTC Fund - 389,042 - 285,800 - 361,000 Adult Edu. Fund - 32,824 - 165,000 - 135,000 Education Initiative - 5,844,714 - 6,403,501 - 6,160,130 Vocational Fund - 743 - - - - Departmental Indirect Cost - 2,015,708 - 1,081,587 - 1,462,739 ARRA Funds - 46,456,324 - - - - Federal Funds - 32,004,946 - 37,632,773 - 38,622,187 Sub-total 186,469,340 86,803,948 178,618,027 45,614,745 162,499,405 47,141,056

Total 273,273,288 224,232,772 209,640,461

Virgin Islands Police Department General Fund 59,685,483 - 53,899,104 - 51,754,882 - Tour. Adv. Revolving Fund 778,489 - 850,000 - 850,000 - Casino Revenue Fund - 58,589 - 150,000 - 150,000 ARRA Funds - 1,831,967 - - - 416,259 Federal Funds - 2,764,837 - 5,028,115 - 4,960,637 Sub-Total 60,463,972 4,655,393 54,749,104 5,178,115 52,604,882 5,526,896

Total 65,119,365 59,927,219 58,131,778

GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS THREE YEAR EXPENDITURE REPORT (2011-2013)

Department of Property and Procurement General Fund 4,594,460 - 4,627,116 - 4,112,849 - Bus. & Com. Prop. Revol. Fund 2,169,111 - 1,863,644 - 2,053,237 - Indirect Cost Fund 202,436 - 248,909 - 387,213 - Printing Production - 816,060 - 894,524 - 850,000 Central Warehouse Revol. Fund - 851,506 - 893,832 - 755,000 Central Motor pool Revol. Fund - 339,223 - 347,277 - 380,000 Sub-total 6,966,007 2,006,789 6,739,669 2,135,633 6,553,299 1,985,000

Total 8,972,796 8,875,302 8,538,299

Department of Public Works General Fund 25,844,930 - 23,059,333 - 20,556,047 - STJ Cap. Improve. Fund 96,773 - 225,000 - 225,000 - Tourism Revolving Fund 316,706 - 300,000 - 300,000 - Anti-Litter & Beau. Fund - - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 - ARRA Funds - 10,972,571 - - - - Federal Funds - 20,485,712 - 28,904,678 - 21,620,468 69 Sub-Total 26,258,409 31,458,283 24,584,333 28,904,678 22,081,047 21,620,468

Total 57,716,692 53,489,011 43,701,515

V.I. Waste Management Agency General Fund 27,776,334 - 27,205,734 - 23,826,491 - STJ Cap. Improve. Fund - - 792,500 - 1,275,000 - Tourism Adv. Revol. Fund - - 300,000 - 300,000 - Anti-Litter Beaut. Fund 3,814,805 - 3,173,274 - 3,637,513 - Sewer Fund 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 - 3,000,000 - Federal Funds - 801,690 - 2,343,654 - - Sub-Total 34,591,139 801,690 34,471,508 2,343,654 32,039,004 -

Total 35,392,829 36,815,162 32,039,004

Department of Health General Fund 33,357,629 - 30,832,533 - 21,684,309 - Health Revol. Fund 3,428,847 - 3,999,823 - 3,941,036 - Emer. Serv. Special Fund - 129,981 - 128,870 - 128,870 Casino Revenue Fund - 63,224 - 93,815 - 95,150 Departmental Indirect Cost - 1,329,236 - 827,425 - 672,139 ARRA Funds - 2,713,569 - - - 161,144 Federal Funds - 32,326,459 - 35,318,292 - 17,867,057 Sub-total 36,786,476 36,562,469 34,832,356 36,368,402 25,625,345 18,924,360

Total 73,348,945 71,200,758 44,549,705

GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS THREE YEAR EXPENDITURE REPORT (2011-2013)

Department of Human Services General Fund 51,420,941 - 50,776,668 - 57,285,345 - Crisis Inter. Fund 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 - Departmental Indirect Cost - 1,780,044 - 852,000 - -

Pharma. Asst. Fund (1) - 2,894,707 - 1,646,802 - 1,646,802 Home for the Aged Fund - 1,005,500 - 445,648 - 445,648 ARRA Funds - 2,234,183 - - - - Federal Funds - 28,774,410 - 29,255,897 - 44,922,726 Sub-total 52,420,941 36,688,844 51,776,668 32,200,347 58,285,345 47,015,176

Total 89,109,785 83,977,015 105,300,521

Department of Planning and Natural ResourcesGeneral Fund 7,493,760 - 7,526,524 - 7,575,555 - Departmental Indirect Cost - - - 81,026 - 38,401 CZM Program Income Fund - 728,494 - 843,000 - 844,750 Natural Resources Recla. - 527,201 - 532,540 - 522,915 Coastal Protection Fund - 195,002 - 86,405 - 86,406 70 Air Pollution Fund - 1,209,164 - 858,837 - 1,102,245

Fish and Wildlife Fund - 917,649 - 678,864 - 821,347 Federal Funds - 7,848,654 - 18,298,731 - 11,340,415 Sub-Total 7,493,760 11,426,164 7,526,524 21,379,403 7,575,555 14,756,479

Total 18,919,924 28,905,927 22,332,034

Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation General Fund 7,867,606 - 6,697,307 - 5,952,955 - Casino Revenue Fund - 260,155 - 260,155 - 260,155 Athletic Fund - 87,725 - 216,358 - 129,358 Territorial Park Fund - 100,000 - 365,000 - 265,000 Federal Funds - - - 50,000 - - Sub-Total 7,867,606 447,880 6,697,307 891,513 5,952,955 654,513

Total 8,315,486 7,588,820 6,607,468

Department of Agriculture General Fund 3,073,246 - 2,859,123 - 2,541,354 - Agri. Revol. Fund - 486,993 - 238,786 - 255,000 Federal Funds - 445,630 - 509,728 - 270,000 Sub-Total 3,073,246 932,623 2,859,123 748,514 2,541,354 525,000

Total 4,005,869 3,607,637 3,066,354

GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS THREE YEAR EXPENDITURE REPORT (2011-2013)

University of the Virgin Islands General Fund 33,288,229 - 31,618,752 - 28,104,581 - Sub-total 33,288,229 - 31,618,752 - 28,104,581 -

Total 33,288,229 31,618,752 28,104,581

Department of Tourism General Fund 3,377,880 - 3,112,283 - 2,766,377 - Tour. Adv. Revolving Fund 600,000 17,690,597 650,000 17,500,000 650,000 17,500,000 Federal Funds ------Sub-Total 3,977,880 17,690,597 3,762,283 17,500,000 3,416,377 17,500,000

Total 21,668,477 21,262,283 20,916,377

Schneider Regional Medical Center General Fund 28,029,340 - 22,527,776 - 21,323,995 -

Hospital Revol. Fund (3) - 58,972,204 - 60,082,488 - 62,608,512 Sub-total 28,029,340 58,972,204 22,527,776 60,082,488 21,323,995 62,608,512

Total 87,001,544 82,610,264 83,932,507

Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital General Fund 21,938,092 - 20,535,467 - 19,253,114 -

Hospital Revol. Fund (3) - 53,845,270 - 51,391,105 - 53,774,685

71 Sub-Total 21,938,092 53,845,270 20,535,467 51,391,105 19,253,114 53,774,685

Total 75,783,362 71,926,572 73,027,799

V.I. Public Television System ( WTJX) General Fund 4,416,798 - 4,158,533 - 3,846,346 - Sub-total 4,416,798 - 4,158,533 - 3,846,346 - Total 4,416,798 4,158,533 3,846,346

Miscellaneous General Fund 114,420,039 - 82,257,398 - 103,418,220 - Sub-total 114,420,039 - 82,257,398 - 103,418,220 -

Total 114,420,039 82,257,398 103,418,220

Total General Fund 783,004,286 700,657,671 695,824,880 Total Other Appropriated Funds 59,616,483 94,899,181 107,028,270 Sub-Total Appropriated 842,620,768 795,556,852 802,853,150

Total ARRA Funds 82,777,008 - 735,414 Total Federal Funds 144,707,087 176,999,373 161,629,771

Total Non-Governmental Funds (2) 112,817,474 111,473,593 116,383,197 Total Other Non-Appropriated Funds 98,633,092 73,316,841 59,991,625 Sub-Total Non-Appropriated 438,934,661 361,789,807 338,740,007

GRAND TOTAL 1,281,555,429 1,157,346,659 1,141,593,157

(1) A portion of this fund's budget is included in the Department of Human Services' General Fund budget. The other portion derives from Virgin Islands Lottery proceeds. (2) Hospital Revolving Fund under SMRC and JFLH are Non-Governmental Funds * Finance is the custodian of these funds

$695,824,880 $735,414 $161,629,771 FY 13 $59,991,625 $116,383,197 $107,028,270

$700,657,671 $0 $176,999,373 FY 12 $73,316,841 $111,473,593 $94,899,181

72 $783,004,286 $82,777,008 $144,707,087 FY 11 $98,633,092 $112,817,474 $59,616,483

General Fund ARRA Funds Federal Funds Other Non-Appropriated Non-Governmental Fund Other Appropriated

Combined Statement Revenue and Expenditures Combined Statement of Revenues and Expenditures Budget - General Fund and Other Local Fund Non GAAP Budgetary Basis Year Ending September 30, 2013 (In thousands)

Other Local General Fund Funds Total Funds

Revenues: Taxes 591,475 9,829 601,304 Charges for Services 13,508 44,104 57,612 Interest and Other 5,782 147,778 153,560 Total Revenues 610,765 201,711 812,476

Expenditures: Current General Government 235,009 14,900 249,909 Public Safety 59,652 850 60,502 Education 172,527 3,941 176,468 Health and Human Services 137,623 9,738 147,361 Transportation, Facilities & Communication 45,633 - 45,633 Culture and Recreation 14,070 650 14,720 Debt Service 53,657 77,907 131,564 Total Expenditures 718,171 107,986 826,157

Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues Over/(Under) Expenditures (107,406) 93,725 (13,681)

Other Financing Sources (uses): Operating Transfers from Other Funds 90,725 (3,000) 87,725 Operating Transfers to Other Funds (12,008) (90,725) (102,733) Operating Transfers to Component Units (31,311) - (31,311) Transfers from Component Unit - - - Tax Rebate - - - ARRA Stabilization Fund (0) - (0) External Stabilization\FY 2009 GR Bond - - - External Stabilization\FY 2012 Bond 60,000 - 60,000 Internal Borrowing - - - Total Other Financing Sources(Uses), Net 107,406 (93,725) 13,681

Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues and Other Financing Sources Over (Under) Expenditures and Other Financing Uses 0 0 0

Source of Information: Totals derived from figures represented on the General Fund Revenues and Contributions, Actual and Estimated Report and the Summary of Appropriation Requests by Activities and Local Funds

Revenues: General Fund Revenues: Total Taxes, Fees & Charges and Interest less Tax Refunds, WAPA Infrastructure and Customs Duties due to Port Authority.

Other Local Funds Revenues: Total Other Local Funds (Appropriated) represented on the Summary of Appropriation Requests by Activities and Local Funds(Non- Appropriated represented on the General Fund) Insurance Guaranty Fund and Lottery Commission.

Expenditures: General Fund: Total Expenditures for the Government including debt service, less Expenditures of the Component Units (UVI, UVI Workforce Survey, UVI Tech Park, Casino Commission and VI Housing Finance Authority). Other Local Funds: Total Other Local (Appropriated) Funds less contributions between funds represented on the Summary of Appropriation Requests by Activities and Local Funds.

Other Financing Sources:

General Fund (Transfer from Other Funds): Other Local (Appropriated) Funds to the General Fund, Insurance Guaranty Fund and V.I. Lottery Commission (Non- appropriated funds) (Transfers to Other Funds): Total Transfers Out represented on the General Fund Revenues and Contributions, Actual and Estimated Report; (Transfers to Components Units): Total FY 10 recommendations for UVI, UVI Workforce Survey, UVI Tech Park, Casino Commission and VI Housing Finance Authority. (Transfers from Component Unit): Payment in lieu of taxes from West Indian Company, Ltd. Other Local Funds (Transfers from Other Funds): Transfer from Local Fund to Local Fund - Internal Revenue Matching Fund to Crisis Intervention and St. Croix Capital Improvement Fund (Operating Transfers to Other Funds): Other Local (Appropriated) Funds and non appropriated contribution including Lottery and Insurance Guaranty Fund Contribution to other funds less funding to Crisis Intervention and St. Croix Capital Improvement Fund

APPROPRIATION BILLS

Executive Appropriation Bill BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

FOR THE OPERATION OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS DURING THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE AMOUNTS LISTED HEREIN, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS SHALL BE SUFFICIENT TO ACCOMPLISH THE PURPOSES SPECIFIED, AS HEREINAFTER SET FORTH, ARE HEREBY APPROPRIATED AND AUTHORIZED TO BE PAID OUT OF ANY FUNDS IN THE GENERAL FUND OF THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS, WHICH AMOUNTS SHALL BE AVAILABLE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

SECTION 2. WITH LUMP SUM APPROPRIATIONS, THE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES ARE HEREBY EXEMPTED FROM TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2, SECTION 28 (B), VIRGIN ISLANDS CODE.

FISCAL YEAR 2013 0100 GENERAL FUND

110 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 13,114,362.00

150 BUREAU OF CORRECTION

TOTAL BUREAU OF CORRECTION 25,796,230.00

200 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

TOTAL OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR 9,000,891.00

210 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET

TOTAL OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET 2,101,691.00

220 DIVISION OF PERSONNEL

TOTAL DIVISION OF PERSONNEL 2,494,667.00

230 VITEMA

TOTAL VITEMA 4,379,449.00

240 VIRGIN ISLANDS FIRE SERVICES

TOTAL VIRGIN ISLANDS FIRE SERVICES 16,163,516.00

260 BUREAU OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

TOTAL BUREAU OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 2,394,531.00

280 OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL

TOTAL OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERA 1,450,881.00

290 OFFICE OF VETERAN AFFAIRS

TOTAL OFFICE OF VETERAN AFFAIRS 340,829.00

300 OFFICE OF LT. GOVERNOR

TOTAL OFFICE OF LT. GOVERNOR 6,386,170.00

310 VIRGIN ISLANDS ELECTION SYSTEM

TOTAL VIRGIN ISLANDS ELECTION SYSTEM 1,269,020.00

320 BOARD OF ELECTIONS

TOTAL BOARD OF ELECTIONS 157,166.00

330 BOARD OF EDUCATION

TOTAL BOARD OF EDUCATION 1,953,760.00

340 BUREAU OF INTERNAL REVENUE

TOTAL BUREAU OF INTERNAL REVENUE 10,019,306.00

350 OFFICE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS INSPECTOR GENERAL

TOTAL OFFICE OF THE VI INSPECTOR GENERAL 1,323,348.00

360 BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES

TOTAL BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES 1,728,432.00

370 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF LABOR 4,478,287.00

380 LICENSING & CONSUMER AFFAIRS

TOTAL LICENSING & CONSUMER AFFAIR 3,097,932.00

390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 5,257,398.00

400 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 162,499,405.00

500 VI POLICE DEPARTMENT

TOTAL VI POLICE DEPARTMENT 51,754,882.00

600 DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY & PROCUREMENT

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY & PROCUREMENT 4,112,849.00

610 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 20,556,047.00

620 VI WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

TOTAL VI WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY 23,826,491.00

700 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 21,684,309.00

7121 SCHNEIDER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

TOTAL SCHNEIDER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 21,323,994.00

7122 GOVERNOR JUAN F. LUIS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER

TOTAL GOVERNOR JUAN F. LUIS HOSPITAL 19,253,114.00

720 DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES 57,285,345.00

800 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND NATURAL RESOURCES

TOTAL PLANNING AND NATURAL RESOURCES 7,575,555.00

810 DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING, PARKS & RECREATION

TOTAL HOUSING, PARKS & RECREATION 5,952,955.00

830 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 2,541,354.00

920 DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM 2,766,377.00

990 MISCELLANEOUS

103,418,220.00 TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS

TOTAL GENERAL FUND 617,458,763.00

Anti-Litter Beautification Fund BILL NO.29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE MONIES FROM THE ANTILITTER AND BEAUTIFICATION FUND TO THE WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUMS OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, ARE HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE ANTILITTER AND BEAUTIFICATION FUND IN THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS, CREATED BY ACT NO 5661 (BILL NO. 18-0320) ENACTED DECEMBER 17, 1990, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 FOR THE PURPOSES HEREAFTER EXPRESSLY NAMED:

FISCAL YEAR 2013

2043 ANTI-LITTER AND BEAUTIFICATION

610 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 1,000,000.00

620 VI WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

TOTAL VI WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHOR 3,637,513.00

TOTAL ANTI-LITTER AND BEAUTIFICATION 4,637,513.00

Board of Education Scholarship Fund BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATIONS FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUM, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF ANY FUNDS AVAILABLE IN GENERAL FUND TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION FOR SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 :

FISCAL YEAR 2013

0101 GENERAL FUND NON-LAPSING

330 BOARD OF EDUCATION

EDWARD W. BLYDEN SCHOLARSHIP 4,000.00 LEW MUCKLE SCHOLARSHIP 12,000.00 VALEDICTORIAN SCHOLARSHIP 25,500.00 SALUTATORIAN SCHOLARSHIP 17,000.00 EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN SCHOLARSHIP 4,000.00 ANN SCHRADER SCHOLARSHIP 2,400.00 D HAMILTON JACKSON SCHOLARSHIP 8,000.00 RICHARD CALLWOOD SCHOLARSHIP 6,250.00 CLAUDE O MARKOE SCHOLARSHIP 8,000.00 EVADNEY PETERSEN SCHOLARSHIP 10,000.00 AMADEO FRANCIS SCHOLARSHIP 10,000.00 WIM HODGE SCHOLARSHIP 10,000.00 HILDA BASTIAN SCHOLARSHIP 10,000.00 MURIEL NEWTON SCHOLARSHIP 3,000.00 GENE CERGE SCHOLARSHIP 1,000.00 VI NATIONAL GUARD SCHOLARSHIP 2,000.00 MORRIS F. DECASTRO 90,000.00 WILBURN SMITH SCHOLARSHIP 4,000.00 CAROLINE ADAMS SCHOLARSHIP 16,000.00 KENNETH HARRIGAN SCHOLARSHIP 28,000.00 TERRITORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS 623,559.00 RUTH THOMAS SCHOLARSHIPS 10,000.00 TERRENCE TODMAN SCHOLARSHIPS 10,000.00

EARLY ADMISSION SCHOLARSHIP 30,000.00 MUSIC STT SCHOLARSHIP 8,000.00 MUSIC STC SCHOLARSHIP 8,000.00 TOTAL BOARD OF EDUCATION 960,709.00

TOTAL GENERAL FUND NON-LAPSING 960,709.00

Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fund BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION FOR OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS DURING THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUM, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF FUNDS IN THE TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND INTO THE BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES FUND FOR OPERATING EXPENSES, INCLUDING WAGES OF SALARIED EMPLOYEES, OF THE BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES DURING THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2012 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, AS HEREINAFTER SPECIFIED:

FISCAL YEAR 2013

2094 BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES

360 BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES

TOTAL BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES 1,000,000.00

Business and Commercial Properties Revolving Fund

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION FOR OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES REVOLVING FUND OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS DURING THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUM, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF FUNDS IN THE BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES REVOLVING FUND FOR THE OPERATING EXPENSES, INCLUDING WAGES OF SALARIED EMPLOYEES, OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY AND PROCUREMENT, BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES ADMINISTRATION, IN ADMINISTERING THE SAID FUND DURING THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2012 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, AS HEREINAFTER SPECIFIED:

FISCAL YEAR 2013

6028 BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

600 DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY & PROCUREMENT

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY & PROCUREMENT 2,053,237.00

TOTAL BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL PROPERTY 2,053,237.00

Caribbean Basin Initiative Fund

BILL NO. 29 - TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE CARIBBEAN BASIN INITIATIVE FUND FOR FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER LAW, THE FOLLOWING SUM OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF FUNDS AVAILABLE IN THE CARIBBEAN BASIN INITIATIVE FUND, CREATED PURSUANT TO 26 USC (PUBLIC LAW 98-67), FOR FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

3015 CARIBBEAN BASIN INITIATIVE

390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE GENERAL FUND

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 13,000,000

TOTAL CARIBBEAN BASIN INITIATIVE 13,000,000

Election System of the Virgin Islands BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE MONIES FOR SALARIES AND EXPENSES OF THE ELECTION SYSTEM OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE ST. THOMAS/ST. JOHN BOARD OF ELECTIONS THE SUM OF $75,252 FOR THE OPERATING EXPENSES AND ANY OTHER RELATED COSTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

SECTION 2. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE ST. CROIX BOARD OF ELECTIONS THE SUM OF $81,914 FOR THE OPERATING EXPENSES AND ANY OTHER RELATED COSTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

SECTION 3. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE OFFICE OF THE SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS THE SUM OF $1,269,020 FOR THE OPERATING EXPENSES AND ANY OTHER RELATED COSTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

Government Insurance Fund BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FROM THE GOVERNMENT INSURANCE FUND FOR OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUMS, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, ARE HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF THE GOVERNMENT INSURANCE FUND FOR EXPENSES, INCLUDING WAGES OF SALARIED EMPLOYEES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE, OFFICE OF THE CUSTODIAN AND THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH AND THE DIVISION OF WORKER’S COMPENSATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

6000 GOVERNMENT INSURANCE FUND

370 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF LABOR 1,756,313.00

390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 557,466.00

TOTAL GOVERNMENT INSURANCE FUND 2,313,779.00

Health Revolving Fund BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE FOR THE LUMP SUM APPROPRIATION FROM THE HEALTH REVOLVING FUND FOR FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING AMOUNT, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY TO ACCOMPLISH THE PURPOSES SPECIFIED, IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM FUNDS AVAILABLE OR DEPOSITED IN THE HEALTH REVOLVING FUND FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

SECTION 2. THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH GRANTED A LUMP SUM BUDGET UNDER THIS ACT IS HEREBY EXEMPTED FROM THE PROVISIONS OF TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2, SECTION 28(B), VIRGIN ISLANDS CODE.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

6079 HEALTH REVOLVING FUND NON-LAPSING

700 HEALTH

TOTAL HEALTH 3,941,036.00

TOTAL HEALTH REVOLVING FUND NON-LAPSING 3,941,036.00

Indirect Cost Fund BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE FOR THE LUMP SUM APPROPRIATION FROM THE INDIRECT COST FUND FOR SALARIES, OPERATING EXPENSES AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES, OF THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET, THE DIVISION OF PERSONNEL, THE DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY AND PROCUREMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUMS, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, ARE HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE INDIRECT COST FUND FOR OPERATING EXPENSES, INCLUDING WAGES AND SALARIES, AND OTHER PURPOSES OF THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET, THE DIVISION OF PERSONNEL, THE DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY AND PROCUREMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

2098 INDIRECT COST

210 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET

TOTAL OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUDGET 1,835,887.00

220 DIVISION OF PERSONNEL

TOTAL DIVISION OF PERSONNEL 391,060.00

390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 2,681,922.00

600 DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY & PROCUREMENT

TOTAL DEPT OF PROPERTY & PROCUREMENT 387,213.00

TOTAL INDIRECT COST 5,296,082.00

Interest Earned On Debt Services Reserves BILL NO. 29 - TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $3,500,000 FROM THE INTEREST EARNED ON DEBT SERVICES RESERVES AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE GENERAL FUND IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER LAW, THE SUM OF THREE MILLION, FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($3,500,000), IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF THE INTEREST EARNED ON DEBT SERVICES RESERVES IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE GENERAL FUND.

Interest Revenue Fund

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $1,000,000 FROM THE INTEREST REVENUE FUND AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE GENERAL FUND FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER LAW, THE SUM OF ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000) IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF ANY FUNDS AVAILABLE IN THE INTEREST REVENUE FUND TO THE GENERAL FUND IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE GENERAL FUND.

Internal Revenue Matching Fund BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATIONS FROM THE INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING FUND FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUMS, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, ARE HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF ANY FUNDS AVAILABLE IN SPECIAL INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING FUND, CREATED BY SUBSECTION 28(B, (C), (I) OF THE REVISED ORGANIC ACT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS, PUBLIC LAW 517, 83RD CONGRESS, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 : FISCAL YEAR 2013 3003 INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING

CONTRIBUTION TO THE GENERAL FUND

390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 47,100,000.00

SUBTOTAL INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING 47,100,000.00

3006 INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING

TO DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE CRISIS INTERVENTION FUND

390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 1,000,000 .00

SUBTOTAL INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING 1,000,000.00

3007 INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING NL

2004 SERIES A BOND PRINCIPLE AND INTEREST 7,613,713.00 2009 SERIES A-C BOND PRINCIPLE AND INTEREST 44,375,618.00 2010 SERIES A WORKING CAPITAL BONDS 21,971,575.00 2012 SERIES WORKING CAPITAL BOND 3,946,050.00

390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 77,906,956.00

SUBTOTAL INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING NL 77,906,956.00

TOTAL INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING 126,006,956.00

Union Arbitration and Government Employee Increment Fund

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $1,050,000 FROM THE UNION ARBITRATION AWARD FUND AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE GENERAL FUND FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER LAW, THE SUM OF ONE MILLION AND FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,050,000) IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF THE UNION ARBITRATION AWARD FUND IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE GENERAL FUND.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

2113 UNION ARBITRATION AWARD

390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 1,050,000.00

TOTAL UNION ARBITRATION AWARD 1,050,000.00

Public Services Commission BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO THE PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 FOR OPERATING EXPENSES.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUM, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF ANY AVAILABLE FUNDS IN THE PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION REVOLVING FUND FOR FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 TO THE PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

6032 PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION REVOLVING

380 LICENSING & CONSUMER AFFAIRS

TOTAL LICENSING & CONSUMER AFFAIRS 1,563,367.00

TOTAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION REVOLVING 1,563,367.00

Sewage System Fund BILL NO. 28- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION FOR OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY FROM THE SEWAGE SYSTEM FUND OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS DURING THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUM, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE SEWAGE SYSTEM FUND FOR OPERATING EXPENSES INCLUDING MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT AND OTHER PURPOSES OF WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

2066 SEWER WASTE WATER FUND

620 VI WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

TOTAL VI WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHOR 3,000,000.00

TOTAL SEWER WASTE WATER FUND 3,000,000.00

St. John Capital Improvement Fund BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE AN APPROPRIATION FOR OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND THE WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY FROM THE ST. JOHN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS DURING THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUMS, OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, ARE HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE ST. JOHN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR OPERATING EXPENSES INCLUDING MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT AND OTHER PURPOSES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND THE WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

610 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 225,000.00

620 VI WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

TOTAL VI WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHOR 1,275,000.00

TOTAL SAINT JOHN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT 1,500,000.00

St. Croix Capital Improvement Fund

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $2,000,000 FROM THE INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING FUND AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE ST. CROIX CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. IN ACCORDANCE WITH TITLE 33, CHAPTER 111, SECTION 3087 THE SUM OF TWO MILLION DOLLARS ($2,000,000) IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING FUND TO THE ST. CROIX CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 FOR THE PURPOSE OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS ON THE ISLAND OF ST. CROIX.

Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE FOR AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE TOURISM ADVERTISING REVOLVING FUND TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, THE VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT, THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS, THE VIRGIN ISLANDS WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM DURING THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER LAW, THE FOLLOWING SUMS OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM ANY FUNDS AVAILABLE IN THE TOURISM ADVERTISING REVOLVING FUND, TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, TO CONDUCT TRAVELER EXIT SURVEYS, TO THE VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR POLICE OPERATIONS ON ST. THOMAS/ST. JOHN AND ST. CROIX, TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND THE WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY TO FUND VARIOUS FESTIVAL CLEAN- UPS AND TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM FOR VARIOUS FESTIVALS IN FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

6069 TOURISM ADVERTISING REVOLVING

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

TOTAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 150,000.00

500 VI POLICE DEPARTMENT

TOTAL VI POLICE DEPARTMENT 850,000.00

600 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 300,000.00

620 VI WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

TOTAL VI WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHOR 300,000.00

920 DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM

TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM 650,000.00

TOTAL TOURISM ADVERTISING REVOLVING 2,250,000.00

Transportation Trust Fund BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $11,500,000 FROM THE TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE GENERAL FUND FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER LAW, THE SUM OF ELEVEN MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($11,500,000) IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF THE TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 AS A CONTRIBUTION TO THE GENERAL FUND.

University of the Virgin Islands BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE MONIES FOR SALARIES AND EXPENSES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE SUM OF $22,908,637 OR AS MUCH AS MAY BE NECESSARY, IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF ANY AVAILABLE FUNDS IN THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS, TO BE TRANSFERRED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FUND FOR EXPENDITURE BY THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, FOR THE PURPOSES HEREINAFTER NAMED IN THIS SECTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF TITLE 17, CHAPTERS 33 AND 35, VIRGIN ISLANDS CODE.

(A) FOR SALARIES, INCLUDING PAY FOR REGULAR AND TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES; SALARY INCREASES; EMPLOYER'S FICA AND RETIREMENT CONTRIBUTIONS; OVERTIME COMPENSATION OF HOURLY RATED EMPLOYEES; BOOKS, MAGAZINES, TEACHING MATERIALS AND AUDIO-VISUAL SUPPLIES; EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES FOR OFFICES, CLASSROOMS, LABORATORIES, LIBRARY, STUDENT AND FACULTY LODGINGS; RECREATIONAL AND COMMON ROOMS; VEHICLES AND THEIR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR; FOOD AND RELATED SERVICES FOR STUDENT DORMITORIES; REPAIR, IMPROVEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF THE UNIVERSITY CAMPUS AND ITS BUILDINGS AND OTHER APPURTENANCES; CONTRACTED, OUTSIDE SERVICES, SUCH AS LEGAL, ARCHITECTURAL, AUDITING AND PRINTING SERVICES; AND PAYMENT OF OTHER LEGITIMATE EXPENSES OF THE UNIVERSITY, INCLUDING PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST OF BONDS AND NOTES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF TITLE 17, CHAPTER 33 AND 35, VIRGIN ISLANDS CODE.

(B) FOR INCIDENTAL EXPENSES INCLUDING TRAVEL EXPENSE AND PER DIEM OF UNIVERSITY FACULTY, ADMINISTRATIVE AND OTHER EMPLOYEES, AND MEMBERS OF ADVISORY COUNCILS, BOARDS AND OVERSEERS; FAMILY TRAVEL AND MOVING EXPENSES FROM OTHER POINTS OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR NEW STAFF MEMBERS; AND FOR THE EXPENSES OF SUCH CONFERENCE AND WORKSHOPS AS MAY BE APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES.

SECTION 2. IN ORDER TO SUPPLEMENT THE SUMS APPROPRIATED BY THIS ACT, THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO LEVY SUCH FEES FOR TUITION, HOUSING, FOOD SERVICES, AND THE USE OF UNIVERSITY-OWNED BUILDINGS AS MAY BE REASONABLE AND PROPER, DEVOTING SUCH FEE INCOME SOLELY TO THE PURPOSES SPECIFIED IN SUB-SECTIONS (A) AND (B) OF SECTION 1 OF THIS ACT. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES IS FURTHER AUTHORIZED AND DIRECTED TO CONTINUE TO MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO SECURE GIFTS, GRANTS AND LOANS TO THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FUND FROM PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS, FOUNDATIONS AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND TO UTILIZE SUCH GIFTS, GRANTS AND LOANS FOR THE PURPOSES SPECIFIED BY THE DONOR OR LENDER.

100

SECTION 3. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND OF THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 THE SUM OF $3,992,205 TO THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE FOR THE PAYMENT OF DEBT SERVICE COSTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS.

SECTION 4. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND OF THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, THE SUM OF $300,000 TO THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS TO PROVIDE MATCHING GRANTS FOR SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER PURSUANT TO TITLE 17, CHAPTER 33, SECTION 474, VIRGIN ISLANDS CODE.

SECTION 5. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND OF THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, THE SUM OF $87,773 TO THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR SENIOR CITIZENS’ TUITION, PURSUANT TO TITLE 17, CHAPTER 33, SECTION 475, VIRGIN ISLANDS CODE.

SECTION 6. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND OF THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, THE SUM OF $400,966 TO THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN SCHOLARSHIPS PURSUANT TO TITLE 17, CHAPTER 33, SECTION 476, VIRGIN ISLANDS CODE.

SECTION 7. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND OF THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, THE SUM OF $100,000 TO THE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND LIFELONG LEARNING (CELL) PROGRAM FOR USE FOR VOCATIONAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS.

SECTION 8. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND OF THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, THE SUM OF $200,000 TO THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR GREEN TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM PURSUANT TO ACT NO. 7222.

SECTION 9. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND OF THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, THE SUM OF $100,000 TO THE UNIVERSITY OF THE HOTEL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM.

SECTION 10. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND OF THE TREASURY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, THE SUM OF $15,000 TO THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS FOR JOHN BREWERS BEACH BATHHOUSE MAINTENANCE.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

900 UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

TOTAL UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS 28,104,581.00

TOTAL GENERAL FUND 28,104,581.00

101

Virgin Islands Public Television System BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $3,846,346 FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO WTJX PUBLIC TELEVISION SYSTEM FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THERE IS APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO WTJX PUBLIC TELEVISION SYSTEM THE SUM OF THREE MILLION, EIGHT HUNDRED FORTY-SIX THOUSAND, THREE HUNDRED FORTY-SIX DOLLARS ($3,846,346) FOR THE OPERATING EXPENSES AND ANY OTHER RELATED COSTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

102

Virgin Islands Taxi License Fund BILL NO.29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO THE VIRGIN ISLANDS TAXICAB COMMISSION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 FOR OPERATING EXPENSES.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THE FOLLOWING SUM OR AS MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY, IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED OUT OF ANY AVAILABLE FUNDS IN THE TAXI LICENSE FUND FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, TO THE VIRGIN ISLANDS TAXICAB COMMISSION.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

2114 TAXI REVOLVING FUND

480 VIRGIN ISLANDS TAXICAB COMMISSION

TOTAL VIRGIN ISLANDS TAXICAB COMMISSION 632,569.00

TOTAL TAXI REVOLVING FUND 632,569.00

103

Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $23,826,491 FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE VIRGIN ISLANDS WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THERE IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE VIRGIN ISLANDS WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013, THE SUM OF TWENTY- THREE MILLION, EIGHT HUNDRED TWENTY-SIX THOUSAND, FOUR HUNDRED NINETY- ONE DOLLARS ($23,826,491) FOR OPERATING EXPENSES AND ANY OTHER RELATED COSTS.

104

PERB and Labor Management BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE FOR THE OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RELATIONS BOARD AND THE LABOR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE FOR FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THERE IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE UNION ARBITRATION AWARD AND GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES INCREMENT FUND, ESTABLISHED PURSUANT TO SECTION 3066 OF TITLE 33, VIRGIN ISLANDS CODE, THE SUM OF ONE MILLION, ONE HUNDRED SIX THOUSAND, THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY DOLLARS ($1,106,370) TO THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RELATIONS BOARD FOR OPERATING EXPENSES IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

SECTION 2. THERE IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE UNION ARBITRATION AWARD AND GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES INCREMENT FUND, ESTABLISHED PURSUANT TO SECTION 3066 OF TITLE 33, VIRGIN ISLANDS CODE, THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($175,000) TO THE LABOR MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE FOR OPERATING EXPENSES IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

105

Union Arbitration – Office of Collective Bargaining

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

TO PROVIDE FOR THE OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE OFFICE OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING FOR FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2012 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

PROPOSED BY: THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS:

SECTION 1. THERE IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE UNION ARBITRATION AWARD AND GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES INCREMENT FUND, ESTABLISHED PURSUANT TO SECTION 3066 OF TITLE 33, VIRGIN ISLANDS CODE, THE SUM OF SIX HUNDRED AND NINE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED AND SEVENTEEN DOLLARS $609,317 TO THE OFFICE OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING FOR THE OPERATING EXPENSES OF THE OFFICE IN THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.

FISCAL YEAR 2013

2113 UNION ARBITRATION AWARD

220 DIVISION OF PERSONNEL

TOTAL DIVISION OF PERSONNEL 609,317.00

TOTAL UNION ARBITRATION AWARD 609,317.00

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STAFFING SUMMARY

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Staff Equivalent by Department

All Funds - Full Time Staff Equivalents 2011-2013 Budgets by Department and by Fund

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Department\Agency Type of Fund Approved Approved Projected

Department of Justice FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 121 119 128 FUND 2098 Departmental Indirect Cost Fund Non-appropriated Fund 68 69 3 FUND 2166 VI Law Enforcement Non-appropriated Fund 1 3 2 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund 4 3 45

Total 194 194 178

Bureau of Corrections FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 369 371 357

Total 369 371 357

Office of the Governor FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 96 94 101 FUND 2122 Tourism Promotion Fund Non-appropriated Fund 1 0 0 FUND 2036 VI Energy Office Federal Fund 0 0 1 FUND 2125 American Recovery & Reinvestment Act ARRA Fund 28 28 1 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund 0 0 1

Total 125 122 104

Office Management and Budget FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 27 27 25 FUND 2098 Indirect Cost Fund Other Appropriated Funds 14 14 13

Total 41 41 38

Division of Personnel and Office of Collective Bargaining FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 53 50 36 FUND 2098 Indirect Cost Fund Other Appropriated Fund 5 5 5 FUND 2113 Union Arbitration Award Fund Other Appropriated Fund 0 0 7

Total 58 55 48

Virgin Islands Fire Service FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 274 273 250

Total 274 273 250

Bureau of Information Technology FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 23 22 18

Total 23 22 18

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All Funds - Full Time Staff Equivalents 2011-2013 Budgets by Department and by Fund

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Department\Agency Type of Fund Actual Approved Projected

VITEMA FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 76 78 61 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund 17 17 16

Total 93 95 77

Office of the Adjutant General FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 11 10 8 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund 48 45 43

Total 59 55 51

Office of Veterans Affairs FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 6 6 6

Total 6 6 6

Office of the Lieutenant Governor FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 134 134 121 FUND 2103 Financial Services Fund Non-Appropriated Fund 14 14 13 FUND 2110 Comm. Of Insurance Admin. Non-Appropriated Fund 42 42 41

Total 190 190 175

VI Election System FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 10 11 10

Total 10 11 10

Board of Election STT/STJ FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 1 1 1

Total 1 1 1

Board of Election STX FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 1 1 1

Total 1 1 1

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All Funds - Full Time Staff Equivalents 2011-2013 Budgets by Department and by Fund

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Department\Agency Type of Fund Actual Approved Projected

Board of Education FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 13 14 15

Total 13 14 15

Bureau of Internal Revenue FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 157 157 149

Total 157 157 149

Office of the Inspector General FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 17 16 14

Total 17 16 14

Bureau of Motor Vehicles FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 42 42 37 FUND 2094 Bureau of Motor Vehicle Fund Other Appropriated Fund 17 17 17

Total 59 59 54

Department of Labor FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 64 64 43 FUND 6000 Government Insurance Fund Other Appropriated Fund 40 40 32 FUND 2000 Employment Security Admin. Federal Fund 70 58 42 FUND 2098 Departmental Indirect Cost Fund Non-appropriated Fund 3 3 4 FUND 2100 JTPA Federal Fund 27 22 1 FUND 2125 American Recovery & Reinvestment Act ARRA Fund - 13 3 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund - 0 30

Total 204 200 155

Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 49 53 44

Total 49 53 44

Taxicab Commission FUND 2114 Taxi License Fund Other Appropriated Fund 12 12 12

Total 12 12 12

Public Service Commission FUND 6032 Public Services Commission Other Appropriated Fund 16 15 16 FUND LLP Life Line Link Up Program Federal Fund 3 3 3

Total 19 18 19

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All Funds - Full Time Staff Equivalents 2011-2013 Budgets by Department and by Fund

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Department\Agency Type of Fund Actual Approved Projected

Department of Finance FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 75 76 49 FUND 6000 Government Insurance Fund Other Appropriated Fund 12 12 9 FUND 2098 Indirect Cost Fund Other Appropriated Fund 5 5 3

Total 92 93 61

Department of Education FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 2,747 2,704 2,356 FUND 2098 Departmental Indirect Cost Fund Non-Appropriated Fund 12 5 8 FUND 708 Cultural Education Non-Appropriated Fund 4 0 0 FUND 2188 VI Lottery Non-Appropriated Fund 20 14 16 FUND 2125 American Recovery & Reinvestment Act ARRA Fund 6 1 0 FUND 3110 DOE Federal Grants Federal Fund 349 317 326

Total 3,138 3,041 2,705

Virgin Islands Police Department FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 886 823 719 FUND 6069 Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund Other Appropriated Fund 12 12 12 FUND 2125 American Recovery & Reinvestment Act ARRA Fund 10 10 5 FUND 2166 VI Law Enforcement Federal Fund 1 1 2 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund 10 10 23

Total 919 856 761

Department of Property and Procurement FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 91 82 50 FUND 6028 Bus. and Comm. Property Revl. Fund Other Appropriated Fund 30 30 25 FUND 2098 Indirect Cost Fund Other Appropriated Fund 5 5 8

Total 126 117 83

Department of Public Works FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 244 237 185 FUND 6058 Public Transit Fund Non-Appropriated Fund 102 98 90 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund 3 3 3

Total 349 338 278

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All Funds - Full Time Staff Equivalents 2011-2013 Budget by Department and by Fund

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Department\Agency Type of Fund Actual Approved Projected

Waste Management Authority* FUND 0100 General Fund General fund 132 129 0 FUND 2043 Anti-Litter and Beautification Fund Other Appropriated Fund 38 44 0 *Semi-autonomous (Lump Sum Proposal)

Total 170 173 0

Department of Health FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 406 408 326 FUND 2126 Health Grant In AID Fund Federal Fund 107 100 9 FUND 2098 Indirect Cost Fund Non-Appropriated Fund 11 12 11 FUND 2125 American Recovery & Reinvestment Act ARRA Fund 0 2 2 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund 45 47 122

Total 569 569 469

Department of Human Services FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 536 542 460 FUND 2098 Departmental Indirect Cost Fund Non-Appropriated Fund 0 0 4 FUND 2052 Federal AIDED CAA Federal Fund 1 1 1 FUND 2058 Sr. Medical Protocol Federal Fund 0 2 2 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund 422 422 430

Total 959 967 897

Department of Planning and Natural Resources FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 117 120 106 FUND 2006 Fish & Game Fund Non-appropriated Fund 13 14 14 FUND 2018 Fishery and Wildlife Projects Federal Fund 28 25 3 FUND 2020 Air and Water Pollution Control Federal Fund 49 44 9 FUND 2040 Federal Programs/Conservation (Program Income) Federal Fund 36 11 11 FUND 2054 Natural Resources Reclamation Non-appropriated Fund 9 4 0 FUND 2072 Air Pollution Control Agency Non-appropriated Fund 16 14 15 FUND 2098 Departmental Indirect Fund Non-appropriated Fund 1 1 1 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund 14 31 88 FUND 6014 Coastal Protection Non-appropriated Fund 0 0 1

Total 283 264 245

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All Funds - Full Time Staff Equivalents 2011-2013 Budgets by Department and by Fund

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Department\Agency Type of Fund Actual Approved Projected

Department of Agriculture FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 64 62 54 FUND 3100 Federal Grants Federal Fund 3 1 1

Total 67 63 55

Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 149 151 121 FUND 6006 Territorial Park Fund Non-appropriated Fund 0 0 2

Total 149 151 123

Department of Tourism FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 44 42 33

Total 44 42 33

Schneider Regional Medical Center* FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 412 411 0 FUND 314 Hospital Revolving Fund Non-Governmental Fund 184 183 0 *Semi-autonomous (Lump Sum Proposal)

Total 596 594 0

Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital* FUND 0100 General Fund General Fund 338 341 0 FUND 314 Hospital Revolving Fund Non-Governmental Fund 109 110 0 *Semi-autonomous (Lump Sum Proposal)

Total 447 451 0

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013

Total General Fund 7,785 7,671 5,883

Total Other Appropriated Funds 206 211 159

Total ARRA Funds 44 54 11

Total Federal Funds 1,199 1,152 1,198

Total Non-Appropriated Funds 355 304 235

Total Non-Governmental Funds 293 293 0

Grand Total 9,882 9,685 7,486

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Staff Equivalent Summary ALL FUNDS - FULL TIME EQUIVALENTS 2011-2013 Budget by Departments

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Department\Agency Actual Approved Projected

Department of Justice 194 194 178 Bureau of Corrections 369 371 357 Office of the Governor 125 122 104 Office of Management and Budget 41 41 38 Division of Personnel/Off. Collective Barg. 58 55 48 Virgin Islands Fire Service 274 273 250 Bureau of Information Technology 23 22 18 VITEMA 93 95 77 Office of the Adjutant General 59 55 51 Office of Veterans' Affairs 6 6 6 Office of the Lieutenant Governor 190 190 175 VI Election System 10 11 10 Board of Elections STT/STJ 1 1 1 Board of Elections STX 1 1 1 Board of Education 13 14 15 Bureau of Internal Revenue 157 157 149 Office of the Inspector General 17 16 14 Bureau of Motor Vehicles 59 59 54 Department of Labor 204 200 155 Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs 49 53 44 Taxicab Commission 12 12 12 Public Services Commission 19 18 19 Department of Finance 92 93 61 Department of Education 3,138 3,041 2,705 Virgin Islands Police Department 919 856 761 Department of Property and Procurement 126 117 83 Department of Public Works 349 338 278 Waste Management Authority* 170 173 - Department of Health 569 569 469 Department of Human Services 959 967 897 Department of Planning and Natural Resources 283 264 245 Department of Agriculture 67 63 55 Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation 149 151 123 Department of Tourism 44 42 33 Roy L. Schneider Hospital* 596 594 - Juan F. Luis Hospital* 447 451 -

TOTAL ALL DEPARTMENTS 9,882 9,685 7,486

*Semi-autonomous entity (Lump Sum Proposal)

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BUDGET COMPONENTS

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GENERAL GOVERNMENT

Department of Justice Office of the Governor Office of Management and Budget

Division of Personnel Virgin Islands Emergency Management Agency Bureau of Information Technology Office of the Adjutant General

Office of Veterans Affairs Office of the Lieutenant Governor Virgin Islands Election System

Bureau of Internal Revenue Virgin Islands Inspector General Bureau of Motor Vehicles Department of Labor

Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs Department Finance Department of Property and Procurement Department of Agriculture

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Department of Justice

DEPARTMENT OF

JUSTICE

Office of the Attorney General Deputy Attorney General Inspectional Services Budget and Accounting Personnel Training and Planning Civil Rights Commission

Medical Examiner

Crime Lab General Litigation Services White Collar Crime Paternity and Child Support Solicitor General Gaming Enforcement

General Fund Federal Funds $18,429,443

$13,114,362

71% Appropriated Non-Appropriated $5,315,081 Funds Funds 29%

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Message from the Attorney General of the Department of Justice

The Department of Justice (DOJ) serves as the chief law enforcement office in the territory of the Virgin Islands. Created by Act No. 5625 as an executive department of Government; it operates as a policy and regulatory/enforcement organization with a three-fold mission. DOJ’s mission is to prosecute all violations of the Virgin Islands’ Code; to represent the Government in all civil actions brought against it; to act on the Government’s behalf in matters of law; and to provide efficient and effective financial and access-support services through the Division of Paternity and Child Support to children and custodial parents in the Virgin Islands.

This Executive Budget submission brings together the principles of Performance Management to the resources of the Department throughout every division. The strategic goals are a) to ensure and to guard justice for the people and the Government of the Virgin Islands and b) to provide an efficient, accurate, and reliable system for the collection and distribution of child support contributions for the children of the Virgin Islands.

The Department of Justice is comprised of seven (7) divisions: The Attorney General’s Executive Offices, the Division of the Administrative Services, the Division of General Legal Services consisting of the Criminal Division and Civil Division, the Solicitor General Division and the Special Inspection Division, Paternity and Child Support Division and the Division of Gaming Enforcement.

In achievement of departmental strategic goals, the units support the strategic goals to vigorously prosecute and secure conviction of persons who violate the laws of the U.S. Virgin Islands and to protect and pursue the Government’s legal interest in all matters presented to the Courts.

Pursuant to Title 3 Chapter 8, Section 119 of the Virgin Islands Code, the Division of Paternity and Child Support (PCSD) is responsible for the collection and distribution of child support payments for the children of the Virgin Islands who do not reside with both natural parents. The Division of Paternity and Child Support also provides services to facilitate access and visitation for children and the non-custodial parent(s). The PCSD program is substantially subsidized by federal grant from the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services’, Office of Child Support Enforcement.

In the Division of Paternity and Child Support, the strategic goal is to provide an efficient, accurate, and reliable collection and distribution of child support payments for children in the Virgin Islands.

The Department of Justice endeavors to carry out its mission to serve the Virgin Islands community as guardians of justice, including justice for victims and justice for children. This Department makes every effort to carry out its mission with the highest level of efficiency and pursue its goals and goals as required by law.

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Department of Justice

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Policy, Regulatory/Enforcement and Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Ensure and guard justice for the people and the Government of the Virgin Islands 2. Provide an efficient, accurate and reliable system for the collection and distribution of child support contributions for the children of the Virgin Islands

Performance Goal(s): 1. Ensure constitutional industry and government standards are met 2. Enforce and maintain law and order in the Territory 3. Protect the legal interest of the Government of the Virgin Islands through criminal, civil and administrative systems of law

Org 11000 Office of the Attorney General

Functional Statement The Office of the Attorney General oversees the prosecution of all criminal cases in the Territory, represents the Government of the U. S. Virgin Islands in all civil litigation, manages the Division of Paternity and Child Support and provides advice and opinions to all commissioners, agencies and instrumentalities.

It is the intent of the Attorney General’s Office to maintain a consistent momentum in the prosecution of individuals who commit crimes as part of the process of vigilant law enforcement. It is also an initiative to enhance the collections of money to increase the Territory’s revenues and stimulate the economy. This will be done by the Tax Collection Task Force and through other collection efforts. The Office collection goal is that of no less than $20,000,000 in aged receivables from taxes, fees, rents and other outstanding obligations due and payable.

Org 11010 Deputy Attorney General

Functional Statement The Chief Deputy Attorney General is the Chief Operations Officer and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Department and the daily supervision of all divisions within the Department of Justice, except the Office of the Attorney General. The Chief Deputy Attorney General implements the policies of the Attorney General and assists in the formulation of those policies.

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Org 11020 Inspectional Services

Functional Statement Inspectional Services Unit investigates civil and criminal matters in the areas of tort claims, civil litigation, pre- employment background investigations and misconduct by government employees, internal affairs for the Bureau of Corrections, white collar crimes, fugitive investigations and extradition of fugitives, prisoner transport, witness protection, undercover operations and electronic surveillance. It assists assistant attorneys general in the presentation of criminal and civil matters before the court. The division also serves subpoenas for the Attorney General and the court.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of cases opened SG1/ 120 PG3 Percent of cases closed SG1/ 45 PG3 Number of Attorney General SG1/ 130 subpoenas served PG2,3 Number of Court subpoenas SG1/ 2,032 served PG2,3

Org 11100 Budget and Accounting

Functional Statement The Budget and Accounting Unit of the Department of Justice functions as its administrative arm, and prepares, administers and monitors the annual budget; addresses, reviews and processes payroll and procurement issues, and coordinates training and travel of office personnel.

Org 11120 Civil Rights Commission

Functional Statement The Civil Rights Commission administers the United States Virgin Islands Civil rights Law as per Title 10, Section 61, of the Virgin Islands Code. It is responsible for the investigation of all complaints alleging discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, or political affiliation. Its responsibility has been expanded to monitor, record, classify, and analyze hate crimes and sexual harassment claims.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of new cases SG1/ 27 PG1,2,3 Percent of civil rights SG1/ investigations conducted based 100% PG1,2,3 on total cases Number of backlogged civil SG1/ 360 rights cases PG1,2,3 Number of cases investigated in SG1/ 12 60 days PG1,2,3 Percent of investigations SG1/ 44% completed within 60 days PG1,2,3 120

Org 111200 Medical Examiner

Functional Statement The Medical Examiner conducts autopsies whenever death occurs outside of a hospital or other healthcare facility or in cases when death occurred under violent and/or suspicious circumstances.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of autopsies performed SG1/ 80 PG3 Number of Medical Examiner SG1/ 230 cases PG3 Number of court appearances SG1/ 20 PG3

Org 11210 Crime Lab

Functional Statement The Crime Lab assists in the prosecution of cases by providing accurate and timely analysis of evidence. The Laboratory offers direct support to law enforcement operations in the area of identification and analysis of controlled substances. Additionally, laboratory personnel testify in court, give depositions and prepare briefs for analysis.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of cases referred to the SG1/ 115 crime lab PG1,3 Number of cases analyzed SG1/ 58 PG1,3 Number of pending cases SG1/ 27 PG1,3 Number of cases resolved SG1/ 30 through judicial disposition PG1,3

Org 11300 Legal Services (General Litigation Services)

Functional Statement The General Litigation Services Unit prosecutes all criminal cases for the Government and reviews all criminal issues.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of new criminal cases SG1/ (opened)―felony― STT/STJ PG1,2,3 374 Number of new criminal cases SG1/ (opened)―STX PG1,2,3 292 Number of new criminal cases SG1/ (opened)―Misdemeanor―STT/STJ PG1,2,3 500 Number of new criminal cases SG1/ (opened)―Misdemeanor―STX PG1,2,3 484 Number of felony cases disposed by SG1/ trial―STT/STJ PG1,2,3 28 Number of felony cases disposed by SG1/ trial―STX PG1,2,3 25 Number of misdemeanor cases SG1/ disposed by trial―STT/STJ PG1,2,3 150 Number of misdemeanor cases SG1/ disposed by trial―STX PG1,2,3 20 Number of juvenile cases SG1/ opened―STT/STJ PG1,2,3 75 Number of juvenile cases SG1/ opened―STX PG1,2,3 165 Number of juvenile cases disposed SG1/ by trial―STT/STJ PG1,2,3 3 Number of juvenile cases disposed SG1/ by trial―STX PG1,2,3 6

Civil Division

Functional Statement The Civil Division of the General Litigation Services unit defends and prosecutes all civil actions for the Government.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of new cases opened SG1/ 110 STT/STJ PG1,2,3 Number of new cases opened SG1/ 85 STX PG1,2,3 Number of administrative tort SG1/ 20 claims STT/STJ PG1,2,3 Number of administrative tort SG1/ 15 claims STX PG1,2,3 Percentage of cases closed by SG1/ 55% settlement STT/STJ PG1,2,3 Percentage of cases closed by SG1/ 40% settlement STX PG1,2,3 Percentage of cases closed by SG1/ 60% trial/court order STT/STJ PG1,2,3 Percentage of cases closed by SG1/ 60% trial/court order STX PG1,2,3 122

Org 11310 White Collar Crime

Functional Statement The White Collar Crime unit investigates crimes including embezzlement, consumer fraud, insurance fraud and all other types of fraud, money laundering, bribery, misappropriation of public funds, worthless checks and other complex litigation.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of new cases opened SG1/ 50 PG1,2,3 Percent of cases resolved by S SG1/ 33% plea PG1,2,3 Percent of cases resolved by SG1/ 20% trial PG1,2,3

Org 11320 Paternity and Child Support

Functional Statement The Paternity and Child Support unit establishes paternity and child support services, and enforces, collects and disburses child support obligations.

Key Performance Indicators SG/PG FY 13 Target Percent of support orders SG2/ 74% established PG1,2,3 Percent of paternity SG2/ 99% establishments PG1,2,3 Number of collections SG2/ 5,976 distributed PG1,2,3 Number of cases opened SG2/ 820 PG1,2,3

Org 11400 Solicitor General

Functional Statement The Office of the Solicitor General provides legal representation for the Government in all criminal and civil appeals, administrative matters and writs of review; prepares, revises or reviews all documents in which the Government has an interest, including contracts, leases, permits and rules and regulations; provides formal and informal opinions and advice on official Attorney General opinions; enforces ethics and conflicts of interest laws and provides administrative services to the Board of Land Use Appeals; provides legal counsel for all Executive Branch Boards and Commissions, the Parole Board, and the Civil Rights Commission; and revises and establishes contract procedures for all Government contracts, including construction contracts.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of Board and SG1/ 10 Commission meetings PG1,2,3 Number of administrative SG1/ 16 hearings held PG1,2,3 Number of new opinions SG1/ 22 requested PG1,2,3 Number of new contracts SG1/ 115 reviewed PG1,2,3 Number of new appeals filed SG1/ 140 PG1,2,3 Percent of appeals closed SG1/ 40% PG1,2,3

Org 11600 Gaming Enforcement

Functional Statement The Gaming Enforcement Unit implements the gaming laws of the United States Virgin Islands in conjunction with the Casino Commission. In addition to enforcing the activities of the land-based casinos, the activity center is also responsible for the regulation of internet gaming.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Average number of days to SG1/ 25 investigate employee PG1,3 dyas applications Number of license/permit SG1/ 88 applications PG1/3 Off-island investigations SG1/ 25 PG1,3

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Department of Justice Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 8,370,980 8,697,535 8,328,406 Capital Outlays 102,718 - - Fringe Benefits 2,302,069 2,473,310 2,527,564 Supplies 91,694 75,653 30,230 Other Svs. & Chgs. 2,810,296 2,026,788 1,693,267 Utilities 216,898 199,247 534,895 Total General Fund 13,894,654 13,472,533 13,114,362

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 13,894,654 13,472,533 13,114,362

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds Personnel Services 1,868,417 1,700,129 2,004,989 Capital Outlays 8,505 - 35,000 Fringe Benefits 667,777 633,407 744,086 Supplies 121,480 101,532 137,815 Other Svs. & Chgs. 991,885 2,218,514 2,350,791 Utilities 40,904 42,400 42,400 Total Federal Funds 3,698,968 4,695,982 5,315,081

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 3,698,968 4,695,982 5,315,081

GRAND TOTAL 17,593,622 18,168,515 18,429,443

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Department of Justice Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 11000 Attorney General's Office 1,032,700 - 309,390 - - - 1,342,090 11010 Deputy Attorney General 298,080 - 87,908 - - - 385,988 11020 Inspectional Services 173,880 - 63,291 - - - 237,171 11100 Budget & Accounting 213,390 - 94,532 15,230 1,319,782 492,895 2,135,829 11120 Civil Rights Commission 169,280 - 70,763 - 1,500 - 241,543 11200 Medical Examiner 377,417 - 95,958 - 3,000 - 476,375 11210 Crime Lab 75,440 - 31,306 - - - 106,746 11300 Legal Services 4,256,954 - 1,120,957 - 52,000 - 5,429,911 11310 White Collar Crime 91,378 - 43,080 - - - 134,458 11320 Paternity & Child Support 877,552 - 352,576 15,000 316,985 42,000 1,604,113 11400 Solicitor General's Office 524,975 - 184,989 - - - 709,964 11600 Gaming Enforcement 237,360 - 72,814 - - - 310,174 Total General Fund 8,328,406 - 2,527,564 30,230 1,693,267 534,895 13,114,362

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS Local Funds ------Total Other Local Funds ------Federal Funds 11000 Attorney General Office 301,501 35,000 110,281 37,000 230,713 - 714,495 11320 Paternity & Child Support 1,703,488 - 633,805 100,815 2,120,078 42,400 4,600,586 Total Federal Funds 2,004,989 35,000 744,086 137,815 2,350,791 42,400 5,315,081 GRAND TOTAL 10,333,395 35,000 3,271,650 168,045 4,044,058 577,295 18,429,443

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Office of the Governor

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

Office of the Governor Energy Administration Office

General Fund ARRA Funds Federal Funds

$9,312,645

$262,202 2.82%

$9,000,891 Appropriated Non-Appropriated 96.65% Funds Funds 3.35%

$49,552 .53%

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Message from the Governor

The Office of the Governor functions pursuant to the mandates as authorized by Titles 2 and 3 of the Virgin Islands Code, the Revised Organic Act of 1954, the Elective Governor’s Act (US Public Law 90-490) approved August 23, 1968 and Acts No. 5250 and 4440 of March 9, 1977 and August 31, 1980, respectively. The Office of the Governor exercises authority over the departments, agencies and instrumentalities of the U.S. Virgin Islands Government.

The Office of the Governor remains committed to its mission, “To improve the economic well being and quality of life for Virgin Islanders while building a solid foundation upon which future generations will thrive” and its strategic goal, “To build a government that will rate substantially higher in the eyes of the citizenry and achieve the greatest potential our islands can attain.”

In collaboration with the Office of Management and Budget, we coordinated the Government of the Virgin Islands submissions and successful awarding of $7.6 million in technical assistance grants, capital improvement grants and other grants for the Government of the Virgin Islands.

The Energy Office continues with its strategic goals to reduce the cost of energy, increase efficiency of energy use and production, increase fuel diversity and promote clean energy production.

The Energy Office accomplishments to date are as follows:

 Awarded approximately $1M through twenty-one (21) grants to non-profit organizations for clean energy projects to include energy efficient building retrofits, solar outdoor lighting, solar water heating, small wind systems, efficient lighting, efficient air conditioning, lighting controls, insulation and radiant barriers.  Executed a contract with Energy Services Group to conduct comprehensive building energy audits and building retrofits in public facilities in the territory. Upon completion of the energy audits, eleven (11) public schools were identified and retrofitted with lighting and water conservation measures to include the installation of standardized light fixtures, high efficiency lamps, occupancy sensors and low-flow water valves in restrooms, replacement of inefficient water fixtures and installation of aerators. The projected annual dollar savings for the Department of Education will exceed $1.1M.  Hosted multiple training sessions to educate building industry professionals on building energy plan reviews and inspections.  Partnered with WAPA and EDA to process eight hundred sixty nine (869) loans for solar water heaters throughout the Virgin Islands.  Disbursed nine hundred and sixty-seven (967) rebate payments to eligible applicants in the amount of $2,777,168 for solar water heaters, photovoltaic systems and small wind systems and associated system components.  Processed a total of twelve hundred and ten (1210) applications for Energy Star appliance rebates and disbursed $900,844 in funds.  Established the Weatherization Assistance Program and completed energy efficiency retrofits on three hundred and nineteen (319) low income homes with two hundred twenty seven (227) additional homes in progress.  Secured $594,688, in congressionally earmarked funding for the conduct of a study to determine if it is technically feasible to connect the electrical grids of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. The study found the interconnection to be feasible and that such a connection would allow WAPA to incorporate more renewable energy into its grid and provided estimates on costs and potential savings to WAPA on fuel.

The Health Reform Implementation Task Force was established to ensure the full implementation of the applicable provisions of the PPACA and the additional $300 million coming to the Territory over the reform period. Through this Task Force the Workforce Development Subcommittee was also established to specifically address the healthcare workforce needs. 128

To date, the Health Reform Implementation Task Force accomplishments include:

 Conducted Health Care Reform Task Force meetings focused on improving interagency communication as it relates to Medicaid and general health service items.  Embarked on stakeholder engagement activity related to the Health Insurance Exchange Grant that solicited feedback from the following target populations in the community: general uninsured/underinsured, Spanish speaking residents, French Creole speaking residents, seniors, young adults, medical providers, small business owners and insurance company members. The goal of this activity was to determine how each population felt about the current healthcare delivery service model in the Virgin Islands and their thoughts on whether Affordable Care Act funding should be used to develop a Health Insurance Exchange versus supporting additional Medicaid expansion. This activity culminated with the release of the official Stakeholder Engagement report on April 12, 2012.  An aggressive multimedia campaign was launched using the Governor’s healthcare reform website offshoot, Twitter, Facebook, Government Access Channel and radio promotions to ensure that residents were educated on the mandates of the Affordable Care Act and the launch of the Virgin Islands Health Insurance Exchange Survey which was available in four (4) languages and via hardcopy and Survey Monkey.  Issued RFP’s and evaluated proposals for the private insurance market analysis as well as the health care Sector IT Gap Analysis. Both projects are in different phases of the professional service contract process.

The Governor’s Office of the ADA has been actively coordinating training programs, providing support for the disabled in the community, providing a bridge between the Division of Special Education and parents, reviewing and coordinating ADA compliance work on pending cases against the Government of the Virgin Islands and assisting government entities and instrumentalities with the establishment of compliance teams.

The Governor’s Office of the ADA accomplishments to date are:

 Was successful in closing fifteen (15) U.S. Department of Justice ADA cases pending against the Government of the Virgin Islands.  Provided training to private and public contractors and engineers on the revised 2010 standards for accessible designs.  Conducted the second round of disability sensitivity awareness for taxi drivers.  Provided free ADA compliance inspections upon request to local business owners.  Launched in-home parents training program for children with disabilities designed to assist parents with applied behavioral analysis techniques to manage behaviors, assist in development of daily structured routines and best practices for better parenting.  Obtained private donations to provide IPADs to selected students with various disabilities to assist in various skills development.  Collaborated with the Department of Education in equipping a Special Education classroom at the Central High School. This classroom is now equipped with state of the art assistive technology.  The Developmental Disabilities Council 5-year State Plan was written and accepted by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities - the grant was reinstated and VIDHS has remained the designated state agency for the Developmental Disabilities Council.  Parents and educators and service providers received training on applied behavioral analysis from a grant given by the Developmental Disabilities Council to the ADA Office.

The Policy Team of the Governor’s Office collaborated with department and agency heads to provide guidance and prepare testimony on legislative bills, to determine opportunities for collaboration, reduction of duplication of effort and to identify opportunities for resource sharing. This process is crucial to ensuring that a coordinated multi-agency stance is conveyed to the Legislative Branch as well as to the general public.

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The Governor hosted a strategy session with Cabinet members to map out his strategic priorities, including economic and small business development, energy, education, health care and public safety.

The Office established the Science and Technology Council. The Council will develop and adopt a Science and Technology Plan which must be in place by August 2012 to enable the University of the Virgin Islands to submit its application to the National Science Foundation for the third round of funding.

We have been experiencing continued success in the overhaul of the Medicaid Program. A memorandum of agreement with Molina Information System LLC to finalize the initiative to have the Virgin Islands piggy back on the Medicaid Management Information System platform used by the State of Virginia was signed. This will aid in the processing of Medicaid payments.

In collaboration with the Department of Education, Charlotte Amalie High School, Ivanna Eudora Kean High School and Bertha C. Boschulte Middle School were successfully re-accredited for a period of seven years.

The Governor reached an agreement with the Virgin Islands Housing Authority Board to provide $650,000 in funding and $300,000 in tax credits to acquire property in Sugar Estate to build a $20M state of the art senior citizen housing. This project is currently in the design phase.

The Public Relations Office over the last twelve months has utilized traditional media venues and social media to update the public on happenings in government. More than five hundred (500) news releases have been issued to traditional media: radio, television and newspapers while the office has continued to develop its social media presence: websites, Facebook, Twitter and other electronic messaging to reach as diverse a demographic as possible – both in the territory and beyond. Additionally, the Office has produced commemorative booklets for events and official observances in the Virgin Islands.

The Office of the Governor which oversees the day to day operations of the Government Access Channel continues to produce local programming that is aimed at updating and informing the public on happenings in government and provide routine information on services provided. The producers seek to go beyond the daily headlines and explore the types of information that is not routinely available by way of traditional media outlets. At the same time, the system continues to be upgraded consistent with the rehabilitation of the Innovative cable systems in the two districts. This investment will allow the channel to bypass the cable distribution network which is subject to power outages and subsequently programming outages to provide a more consistent level of programming. In both districts, efforts are underway to determine the feasibility of providing for eighteen (18) hours of local programming each day on the channel.

The Office in collaboration with the Interagency Council on Homelessness planned and conducted the 6th Project Homeless Connect – a free service fair designed to bring services in one place where homeless persons can access them.

The Office has successfully coordinated town hall and public meetings territory wide to provide information, get feedback and provide corrective action plans to address issues raised by the residents of the various communities.

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The Abandoned Vehicle Program continues with the mission of removing abandoned and derelict vehicles, community clean up initiatives to improve the overall appearance of the Territory and partnered with various community groups which have resulted in improvements in many of the neighboring communities. Due to the efforts of the Abandoned Vehicle Task Force, there is a noticeable decline in the abandoned vehicles over the past two years. In Fiscal Year 2012, the funding for this program was transferred by the Legislature to the Department of Public Works.

Furthermore, in order to develop a holistic approach to supporting our children and improving their school readiness and early learning, the Office of the Governor has developed the Children and Family Council. The Council has begun making progress toward improving the quality of life for the Territory’s children and families in four different target areas: poverty alleviation, early childhood education and care, coordination of services and programs to the community and leadership capacity building.

In response to research suggesting that children develop the majority of their learning aptitude before the age of five, the Council has also created the Early Childhood Advisory Committee (ECAC.) The Committee members work toward developing a coordinated system of high quality early care and education that ensures all children and families in the Territory are supported so that children can begin school safe, healthy, ready to learn and succeed.

To date, the ECAC’s accomplishments include:

 Produced and disseminated the 2011 Strategic Report on Early Childhood Care and Education.  Conducted children’s health and wellness fairs in both districts, designed to administer developmental and physical health screenings to young children ages 0 to 5.  Planned and conducted two faith-based leadership summits on the importance of quality early childhood education and care and the strengthening of families.

The First Lady of the Territory, Mrs. Cecile de Jongh, continues to be instrumental in advancing various agendas related to our youth. Specifically, she has identified nine public parks in the Territory, with the assistance from the Department of Housing Parks and Recreation to construct a modern chess table that the public will have access to, to further expose our youth to the game of chess; launched a website that will serve as a central location for parents and children to find out about youth services and opportunities in the territory; spearheaded a tennis raffle as part of the Tennis in the Parks Initiative (TIPS) which will finance the lst annual Youth4Youth Tennis Tournament to be held shortly and had identified Fitness, Outreach, Culture, Unity and Safety as her focus areas.

Research shows that the best predictor of summer learning loss or summer gain is whether or not a child reads during the summer. The best predictor of whether a child reads is whether or not he or she owns books. Based on these premises, the Governor created the Summer Reading Challenge in order to fight summer learning loss and encourages literacy in the Territory. For the past three summers, students received five free books and a form to track their reading progress. At the close of summer 2011, over five hundred (500) student’s territory-wide read at least five (5) books. This project was funded totally by private sector contributions.

Departments, agencies and instrumentalities of this government play an integral role in support of the primary objective of making government more accountable, transparent, efficient and responsive to the needs of the stakeholders - the citizens and residents of the Virgin Islands. They must work together for the following performance goals:

 Enhance service delivery;  Promote fiscal accountability;  Stimulate economic activity;  Engage the public in the decision making process; and  Provide timely, accurate and thorough information to the public. 131

The Office of the Governor emphasizes five priority areas that will shape the Virgin Islands’ future:  A Healthy United States Virgin Islands;  A Safe United States Virgin Islands;  An Educated United States Virgin Islands;  A Growing United States Virgin Islands; and  The Best Managed Territory of the United States.

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Office of the Governor Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 4,654,325 4,745,819 4,871,065 Capital Outlays 302 15,000 - Fringe Benefits 1,588,192 1,624,452 1,761,292 Supplies 259,472 228,796 184,500 Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,741,688 2,011,908 1,782,661 Utilities 388,366 397,809 401,373 Total General Fund 8,632,345 9,023,784 9,000,891

Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 29,038 150,000 - Utilities - - - Total Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund 29,038 150,000 -

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 8,661,383 9,173,784 9,000,891

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services 236,766 234,747 - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 88,908 87,473 - Supplies 15,115 18,660 - Other Svs. & Chgs. 479,152 328,634 - Utilities 3,463 2,886 - Total Local Funds 823,404 672,400 -

ARRA Funds * Personnel Services 833,267 - 36,586 Capital Outlays - - 12,966 Fringe Benefits 320,241 - - Supplies 81,549 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 15,719,275 - - Utilities 27,520 - - Total ARRA Funds 16,981,852 - 49,552

Federal Funds* Personnel Services 82,700 157,319 95,381 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 30,023 59,427 30,165 Supplies 7,136 55,180 10,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 52,273 260,489 123,356 Utilities 904 7,866 3,300 Total Federal Funds 173,036 540,281 262,202

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 17,978,292 1,212,681 311,754

GRAND TOTAL 26,639,675 10,386,465 9,312,645 *ARRA and Federal Funds awarded in FY 2009 and FY 2011 respectively are carried forward to FY 2013 to cover Personnel and Fringe; See Grants Listing

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Office of the Governor Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 20000 Office of the Governor 4,071,115 - 1,440,904 174,500 1,372,026 367,000 7,425,545 20030 Economic Research ------20500 Energy Office 799,950 - 320,388 10,000 410,635 34,373 1,575,346 Total General Fund 4,871,065 - 1,761,292 184,500 1,782,661 401,373 9,000,891

Tourism Advertsing Revolving Fund 20000 Economic Research ------Total Tourism Advertsing Revolving Fund ------NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Local Funds ------

ARRA Funds 36,586 12,966 - - - - 49,552 Total ARRA Funds 36,586 12,966 - - - - 49,552 Federal Funds 20000 Office of Governor 40,411 - 10,501 - - - 50,912 20500 Energy Office - Governor 54,970 - 19,664 10,000 123,356 3,300 211,290 Total Federal Funds 95,381 - 30,165 10,000 123,356 3,300 262,202 GRAND TOTAL 5,003,032 12,966 1,791,457 194,500 1,906,017 404,673 9,312,645

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Office of Management and Budget

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET

Budget Administration Federal Programs Policy Formulation/Policy Evaluation

General Fund Indirect Cost $3,937,577

$2,101,690

53% $1,835,887 Appropriated Funds 47%

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Message from the Director of the Office of Management and Budget

The management and staff of the U.S. Virgin Islands Office of Management and Budget (OMB) are dedicated to our core mission “to improve public services.” Our mission is embedded within Title 3, Section 4 of the Virgin Islands Code (VIC) which requires the development and evaluation of improved performance-based plans and aligned budgets for the organization, coordination and management of the Executive Branch of Government, with the goal of providing more efficient and economical services. This mandate requires OMB to promote the use of best budgeting and performance management practices throughout the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands, despite changing demographics, competing interests and priorities, shrinking revenues, increasing operating costs, the challenges of installing a new technological system, and politics. OMB instills management planning, review, and evaluation techniques throughout government through the budget formulation and execution process. To accomplish our vision of “Transforming Government through Performance”, during the last few years OMB has prepared numerous financial and program managers throughout government to adopt and implement the principles of Performance Management (PM).

Responsibilities of the Director of OMB are mandated by Title 2, Sections 22, 23, 26 and 27, VIC. Executive Order No. 371-1997 defines the organizational structure for the Office of Management and Budget and requires the following Units: Policy Management, Budget Administration, Management Information Systems, Federal Grants Management and Territorial Public Assistance. Key specific mandates include:

 Administer appropriations throughout the fiscal year  Ensure that allotment funding does not exceed available resources  Prepare the annual Executive Budget in accordance with law  Perform fiscal analyses and evaluations of departments and agencies  Monitor federal programs  Provide oversight and management of all funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

However, pursuant to Act No. 7074, the Territorial Public Assistance program was transferred to the newly- established Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA), effective October 1, 2009. Accordingly, OMB no longer has Territorial Public Assistance Unit, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget no longer serves as the Governor’s Authorized Representative (GAR) and OMB no longer provides oversight and management of FEMA funding allocated to the Territory.

Each unit of OMB develops and implements sound fiscal and managerial practices intended to effectuate the enhancement of the Territory’s financial management practices to ensure minimal audit findings and to ensure the highest and best use of all resources. OMB’s performance goals have been streamlined into the following goals which are shared by all but achieved individually:

 Increase the timeliness and quality of key financial reports  Enhance financial management practices  Increase monitoring of audit findings

To improve the delivery of public services, OMB is committed to providing financial management leadership and guidance. As the lead agency charged with the responsibility of managing government resources, OMB has customers and stakeholders that are dependent on OMB to ensure that government departments and agencies manage their resources effectively and efficiently. OMB’s customers and stakeholders include other departments and agencies, non-profit organizations, private industry, investors, bondholders and the public.

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OMB looks forward to the implementation of biennial budget in Fiscal Year 2015. Biennial budgeting is a reform that should lead to a more thoughtful and deliberative budgeting process. If properly implemented biennial budget should foster long term planning, allow more time for program review and evaluation and be less expensive and time consuming. But the key factor is how biennial budgeting will eventually be implemented. More discussion between the executive and legislative branches of government is still needed to facilitate the implementation of biennial budgeting.

Despite resource challenges that includes staff retention and recruitment issues, the thirty-one (31) highly skilled employees of OMB remain dedicated to the effective management of the Territory’s resources. As the demand for more and better government services continues to rise OMB also continues to explore best practices in financial and performance management. The management and staff of OMB remain committed to working with the other members of the Financial Team to adopt and implement best practices throughout the Government.

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Office of Management and Budget

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Administrative

Strategic Goal (s): 1. To enhance the use of the Territory’s resources

Performance Goal (s): 1. Increase the timeliness and quality of key financial reports 2. Increase monitoring of audit findings 3. Enhance financial management practices

Org 21100 Budget Administration Unit

Functional Statement: The Budget Administration (BA) Unit ensures the release of annual and multi-year appropriations on a monthly, quarterly and on an as needed basis; enters federal budget awards and revisions on the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system; reviews and adjust spending plans; processes Requests for Appropriation Transfers; maintains personnel listings; processes personnel requisitions and per diems; updates fund balances; and prepares projections and analyses.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of quarterly allotments released within five (5) working days of SG1/PG1 90% the quarter Percentage of quarterly financial reports issued within fifteen (15) days of each SG1/PG1 90% quarter Percentage of internal monthly reports released within ten (10) working days of SG1/PG1 95% each month

Org 21120 Federal Grants Management Unit

Functional Statement: The Federal Grants Management Unit (FGMU) monitors grant recipients’ compliance with financial and non- financial objectives of Federal awards; develops and implements the Government-wide Cost Allocation Plan Indirect Cost and related proposals; initiates the Intergovernmental Review Process; monitors funds awarded by the U. S. Department of the Interior Office of Insular Affairs; assists departments and agencies with grant administration, training and application issues; and monitors implementation of the Corrective Action Plan for the annual Single Audit.

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FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Projected Percentage of departments monitored quarterly for timely submission of financial SG1/PG1 75% reports* Percentage of auditees contacted quarterly SG1/PG2 75% for resolution of findings*

Percentage of programs monitored quarterly SG1/PG3 75% regarding reconciliations*

*This is a new KPI

Org 21210 Policy Management Unit

Functional Statement: The Policy Management Unit (PMU) formulates, and compiles the Governor’s Executive Budget; assess, evaluates and reports all essential governmental departments’ and agencies’ performance; develops fiscal policies; analyzes and reviews projected revenues; drafts budget related legislation; and analyzes Legislative bills.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Projected

Percentage of departments and agencies with SG1/PG3 80% performance plans

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Office of Management and Budget Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 1,451,313 1,353,592 1,303,308 Capital Outlays 8,223 50,253 - Fringe Benefits 506,609 493,818 467,548 Supplies 23,904 52,895 39,895 Other Svs. & Chgs. 200,757 331,927 260,939 Utilities 50,294 82,000 30,000 Total General Fund 2,241,100 2,364,485 2,101,690

Indirect Cost Fund Personnel Services 677,248 729,289 711,768 Capital Outlays 16,592 159,250 90,000 Fringe Benefits 235,974 263,812 238,619 Supplies 27,266 145,800 216,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 243,051 464,592 529,500 Utilities 21,344 40,000 50,000 Total Indirect Cost Fund 1,221,473 1,802,743 1,835,887

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 3,462,574 4,167,228 3,937,577

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS - - -

GRAND TOTAL 3,462,574 4,167,228 3,937,577

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Office of Management and Budget Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 21100 Budget Administration 870,275 - 305,823 34,895 214,793 30,000 1,455,786 21210 Policy Formul./Program Eval. 433,033 - 161,725 5,000 46,146 - 645,904 Total General Fund 1,303,308 - 467,548 39,895 260,939 30,000 2,101,690

Indirect Cost Fund 21200 Federal Programs 711,768 90,000 238,619 216,000 529,500 50,000 1,835,887 Total Indirect Cost Fund 711,768 90,000 238,619 216,000 529,500 50,000 1,835,887

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Local Funds ------

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 2,015,076 90,000 706,167 255,895 790,439 80,000 3,937,577

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Division of Personnel

DIVISION OF PERSONNEL

Administration Recruitment and Classification Records Administration Training Office of Collective Bargaining

General Fund Indirect Cost Fund Union Arbitration Award Fund $3,495,044

$391,060 11%

$2,494,667

71% Appropriated Funds

Message from the Director of the Division$609,317 of Personnel 18%

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Message from the Director of the Division of Personnel

The management and staff of the Division of Personnel (DOP) continues to pursue our new mission of ensuring that the right people are in the right place at the right time in support of the mission of the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands (GVI). The Division supports this mission by managing three primary objectives: (1) attracting and retaining highly qualified employees, (2) providing training and development opportunities to all GVI employees, and (3) protecting the Personnel Merit System.

The Division functions as the Human Resources Management and Consulting arm of the Executive Branch of the Virgin Islands Government. A critical component of the Executive Office of the Governor, the Division is responsible for the daily administration of the Personnel Merit System; administration of the Group Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Plans for all active employees and retirees of all branches of the Virgin Islands Government; the Records Management and Archives of all Official Personnel Records (OPR) and the Comprehensive Government Employee Development Program. The Division’s mandate can be found in the Virgin Islands Code, Title 3, Chapter 25, Sections 451 through 667 as well as the Personnel Rules and Regulations Handbook, Sub-Chapter 472, Sections 91 through 103.

The Division is comprised of seven units: the Director’s Office, Administrative and Fiscal Services, Recruitment and Classification, Employee Development, NOPA/Records Administration, Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and the Group Health Insurance Office. Each unit strives to meet its strategic goals to achieve the Division’s overall mission and the Governor’s mandates. All units are dedicated to re-establishing confidence in the employment process and avoiding time consuming and costly grievance proceedings and awards, by establishing policies and procedures to guide human resource professionals and employees about legislation, rules, and regulations affecting employment and labor relations.

Fiscal Year 2013 will continue to be one of great financial challenge for the Division and for the Territory. While the United States economy is on a gradual upswing, the Territory remains in a state of economic flux. The municipal government for the first time in almost sixty (60) years has had to resort to layoffs to achieve economic stability. In Fiscal Year 2013 and Fiscal Year 2014, the Division has adopted the slogan of, “Right person, in the Right place, at the Right time”, to emphasize its commitment to being a partner in addressing the economic challenges facing the Territory.

In Fiscal Year 2013 the Division’s primary focus is on developing Succession Management Plans for all agencies of the Government of the Virgin Islands. Succession management can be defined and described as integrating the entire range of Human Resources activities designed to attract, develop and retain talent. Succession management in the Government is critical, now more than ever, given our rapidly-aging workforce, shrinking revenues and the increase demand from the public for quality service.

The prerequisite to effective Succession Management Plan is a Workload analysis. The purpose of a workload analysis is to determine, by series and grade, the number, type, and distribution of positions needed to meet organizational goals. A workload analysis provides the data organizational decision-makers need to determine optimal staffing for each function within the organization. A partner to Workload analysis is the Work process analysis. A work process analysis identifies bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the flow and processing of work.

In today’s changing economy, agencies that are unprepared will face a difficult challenge in attracting, developing, and retaining a workforce that will be competent to address new objectives, new technology, and new mandate requirements. If done correctly, workforce planning will allow agencies to build and shape a workforce prepared to achieve strategic objectives.

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Specifically, workforce planning provides agencies with many benefits:

1. It allows for a more effective and efficient use of workers. This will become increasingly important as some agencies find themselves having to do the same amount of work or more with fewer staff members. 2. It helps ensure that replacements are available to fill important vacancies. Filling vacancies is especially critical as organizations face an increasing number of workers eligible for retirement, combined with labor market shortages and limited compensation levels. 3. It provides realistic staffing projections for budget purposes. Realistic projections are very helpful when justifying budget requests. 4. It provides a clear rationale for linking expenditures for training and retraining, development, career counseling, and recruiting efforts. 5. It helps maintain or improve a diversified workforce. 6. It helps an agency prepare for restructuring, reducing, or expanding its workforce.

As these Succession Management Plans are developed and implemented through our partnerships and relationships with unions, legislators, and our training partners, the Staff and Management of the Division would have truly metamorphosed into human resources partner for our clients. But more importantly, we have aligned our vision and strategic goals with those of Governor John P. deJongh, Jr., and played our part in ensuring that the Government of the Virgin Islands will continue to thrive for another sixty (60) years.

The Division of Personnel envisions its emergence as a Department that fully manages and facilitates the growth and development of the Government of the Virgin Islands` greatest resource---its employees via a human resources methodology based on merit and by being a strategic partner in the mission of the Executive Branch of Government. It is through its vision, that the Department of Personnel continues its commitment of “Doing the People’s Business”.

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Division of Personnel

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Administrative and Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Value, Encourage, and Support a Diverse Workforce 2. Continually Improve Individual and Organizational Effectiveness 3. Anticipate and Meet the Changing Needs of the Workforce / Family 4. Create and Enhance Strategic Partnerships 5. Enhance Services Through Technology

Performance Goal(s): 1. Offer wellness and work-life programs that improve employee health and well-being and promote a healthy work environment 2. Ensure that classification plans and job specifications promote the career mobility of GVI employees by focusing on transferable knowledge, skills, and abilities 3. Establish and enhance partnerships with departments to anticipate and respond to changes, priorities, staffing trends, and support succession planning efforts 4. Develop recruitment and selection plans with departments that are cost effective, content valid, and measurable 5. Provide quality, cost-effective training and development designed to increase individual and organizational productivity and enrichment 6. Create, promote, and foster an organizational environment that values development, diversity, and growth opportunities for all employees 7. Eliminate artificial employment barriers by assuring that qualifications, knowledge, skills and abilities required are appropriate for succession job performance 8. Provide training to supervisors and managers to assist them in developing enhanced skills in employee relations 9. Provide ongoing leadership and support to the organization’s succession efforts 10. Continue to enhance services through technology

Org 22000/22030 Administration

Functional Statement The Administration Unit, which includes the Human Resource Information Systems, Group Health Insurance and Records Management, ensures that the mandates of the Division of Personnel are carried out, pursuant to the Title 3, Chapter 25, Virgin Islands Code. This Unit strives to provide fair, consistent and timely human resource services to GVI employees and the public. The orchestrated effort of these Units ensures the continued progression of the Division as a strategic partner to our clients which will ensure their success in conducting their mandates.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percent of participants in sponsored Wellness and Work-Life SG 1,3/ 50% Programs and activities PG 1 Percent of Health Risk Assessments completed of Active SG 1.3/ 25% Employees PG 1 Number of Health Insurance Open Enrollment forms processed 2,000 Within 30 days SG 3,5/ 3,000 Between 30 and 60 days PG 1 500 Online Number of policies made available to HR community within 5 SG 2,4/ business days (e.g., Executive Orders, Bills enacted into laws, or 10 PG 3 Personnel policies) Number of Succession Management Plans Created SG 2/ 20 PG 3,4 Number of best practice sharing forums SG 3/ 8 Human Resources topics PG 8,9 8 General Management topics SG 1,4/ Number of Public Communication Campaigns 4 PG 10 Percent diversification of Workforce as representation of SG 1/ 50% Territory PG 6 Percent of Customer Survey respondents rating overall SG 2/ 80% satisfaction with service as good or better PG 5,10

Org 22010 Recruitment and Classification

Functional Statement The Recruitment and Classification Unit recruits the most qualified candidates for approximately one thousand three hundred (1,300) position classes within Government service. This Unit processes applications, conducts interviews and qualification evaluations, administers examinations, and conducts job evaluations to determine proper grade levels. This Section also determines the proper classification of positions, establishes or deletes position classes, and reallocates positions to their proper classification within the Personnel Merit System.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target SG 3,5/ Number of applicants 350 PG 7,3,4 SG 3/ Percent of position filled within 60 days 10% PG 4 SG 3/ Percent of classifications reviewed 10% PG 2 SG 2/ Number of classification studies completed 5 PG 2 Percent of classified Positions filled with Internal candidates Management SG 2,3/ 5% Non-Management PG 7,3,4 20%

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Org 22040 Training

Functional Statement The Training and Development Unit is responsible for providing quality training and development to enhance the knowledge and skills of the Executive Branch workforce. The Unit provides training and development activities in various soft skills topics such as customer service, interpersonal communication, conflict management, team work, and time management; workplace policies such as sexual harassment; and job-specific skills such as management and human resources. The Unit also provides training in relevant business computer software programs as required by our clients.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of Training Participants Soft Skill Courses 1,000 SG 2/ Certified Managers Program (CPM) 30 PG 4 Information Technology Course 1.000 Online/Video Conference Courses 500 SG 2/ Percent of training participants rating trainings as good or better 90% PG 4

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Message from the Chief Negotiator of the Office of Collective Bargaining

The mission of the Office of Collective Bargaining (OCB) is to provide timely negotiated collective bargaining agreements in a fair and equitable manner that will foster good labor relations and fulfill legal mandates. OCB strives to enhance the relationship between labor and management; acknowledging employees’ financial needs while remaining cognizant of the adverse economic condition of the government with its projected deficit.

The Office of Collective Bargaining is one of the smallest agencies in the Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI); however, it is charged with vast responsibilities. Established by statute Act No. 4440, the Agency was created under the Office of the Governor; however, but for funding purposes, pursuant to Act No. 6305, OCB comes under the Division of Personnel. The Office serves as the exclusive representative for the Executive Branch and its Departments and Agencies, in all collective bargaining proceedings. The Office assists the Governor in the formulation of labor policies and strategies for collective bargaining and coordinates the Government’s position in labor mediation, arbitration, civil and administrative proceedings.

The Office is comprised of a chief negotiator, an executive assistant, two (2) labor relations specialists, a financial management officer, a paralegal officer and an administrative secretary. Two (2) assistant attorney generals are permanently assigned to the OCB and are funded by the Department of Justice.

Critical responsibilities of the OCB include managing its case log and representing the government in labor management disputes. These cases include, but are not limited to, cases via the arbitration process, unfair labor practice charges, unit clarification, representation, decertification, civil, impasse and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) cases.

There are currently thirty (30) collective bargaining agreements of which twelve (12) exclusive union representatives are parties to those agreements. Of the thirty (30) agreements, seven (7) are current. Those not current are extended on a day-to-day basis by agreement of the parties. At the end of Fiscal Year 2011, there were one hundred thirteen (113) pending resolution via the Public Employee Relations Board (PERB) or through litigation and/or arbitration.

The goal of the OCB is to reduce unfair labor cases and rights arbitration and to recognize financial needs of the employees while being cognizant of the adverse economic condition of the government. Performance goals are to negotiate contracts in a timely manner, reduce the current case backlog, and improve labor relations between and among management and employees, labor unions and members. The Office intends to preserve management rights and prerogatives provided statutorily and contractually.

The ongoing education/training of supervisors, managers and department heads on the aspects of labor practices, managing grievances, and contract administration is a crucial function of the OCB. Therefore, The Office of Collective Bargaining will continue to provide training opportunities to senior management of Departments, Divisions and Agencies to better serve its stakeholders.

The relationship of the OCB with union representatives and labor unions requires continuous dialog to ascertain ways to improve communication, appreciation and understanding of each other’s roles and common objectives. The OCB is amenable to working with union representatives and labor unions in a collaborative manner and to improve labor-management relations in conjunction with the Public Employee Relations Board.

The OCB will meet the challenges in 2013 by continuing to adhere to the austerity measures put in place by the Government of the Virgin Islands by decreasing spending, conserving energy, reducing travel, and minimizing supply use. In addition, the OCB has implemented the freezing of employee salaries as an approach to weathering the Territory’s economic crisis.

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Office of Collective Bargaining

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Administrative and Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. To reduce Rights Arbitration (RA) cases 2. To Reduce Unfair Labor Practice (ULPC) cases 3. To increase the level of education/training to departments/agencies 4. To bring union contracts current

Performance Goal(s): 1. Negotiate contracts timely 2. Reduce the current case backlog 3. Improve labor relations between management, labor unions and employees and members 4. Provide education/training to departments/agencies

Org 22100 Office of Collective Bargaining

Functional Statement The Office of Collective Bargaining is required to negotiate all collective bargaining agreements of the Executive Branch; represent the Executive Branch in all labor relation proceedings including mediation, arbitration, and other administrative matters before the Public Employees Relations Board; represent the Government in civil cases pertaining to labor matters; assist the Governor in formulating labor policies for collective bargaining and plan strategies for such bargaining.

FY 2013 Key Performance Indicators SG/PG Target Number of current union SG4/ 24 agreements PG1 Number of open cases SG1,2/ 100 (backlog) PG2 Number of employee SG3/ training and development 15 PG 3,4 seminars Number of hearings

scheduled and concluded: Arbitrations SG1,2/ 20 Mediations PG2 30

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Division of Personnel Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 2,617,375 2,046,029 1,442,746 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 970,684 796,292 583,749 Supplies 12,815 25,170 17,407 Other Svs. & Chgs. 515,167 362,983 300,765 Utilities 168,702 216,600 150,000 Total General Fund 4,284,743 3,447,074 2,494,667

Indirect Cost Fund Personnel Services 182,750 252,527 271,520 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 58,152 95,134 88,940 Supplies 1,739 11,144 5,600 Other Svs. & Chgs. 53,592 22,652 25,000 Utilities - - - Total Indirect Cost Fund 296,234 381,457 391,060

Union Abritration Award Fund Personnel Services 14,196 - 369,827 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 2,107 - 131,943 Supplies - - 5,170 Other Svs. & Chgs. 4,403 - 85,827 Utilities - - 16,550 Total Indirect Cost Fund 20,707 - 609,317

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 4,601,683 3,828,531 3,495,044

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS - - -

GRAND TOTAL 4,601,683 3,828,531 3,495,044

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Division of Personnel Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 22000 Administration 881,734 - 343,397 10,000 250,765 150,000 1,635,896 22010 Classification 216,771 - 84,879 - - - 301,650 22030 St. Croix 301,845 - 137,271 7,407 50,000 - 496,523 22040 Training 42,396 - 18,202 - - - 60,598 22100 Office of Coll. Bargaining ------Total General Fund 1,442,746 - 583,749 17,407 300,765 150,000 2,494,667

Indirect Cost Fund 22000 Administration 221,545 - 72,125 5,600 25,000 - 324,270 22010 Classification 49,975 - 16,815 - - - 66,790 Total Indirect Cost Fund 271,520 - 88,940 5,600 25,000 - 391,060

Union Arbitration Award Fund 22100 Office of Coll. Bargaining 369,827 131,943 5,170 85,827 16,550 609,317 Total Union Arbitration Award Fund 369,827 - 131,943 5,170 85,827 16,550 609,317 NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Local Funds ------

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 2,084,093 - 804,632 28,177 411,592 166,550 3,495,044

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Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency

VIRGIN ISLANDS

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

Administrative & Financial Services Operations Grants Management Preparedness Logistics

General Fund Federal Funds $6,688,750

$4,379,449

65% Appropriated Non- Appropriated $2,309,301 Funds Funds 35%

Message from the Director

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Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency

The Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA) is the lead emergency management agency for the Territory as defined in the Virgin Islands Code, Title 23, and Chapter 10. VITEMA’s mission is to prepare for, coordinate the response to and recovery from all hazards and threats that may impact the Virgin Islands. As a member of the Public Safety arm of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands (GVI), VITEMA assists Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services through the 911 emergency services, as well as, through the Virgin Islands Fusion Center. Tsunami preparedness and anti-terrorism training are the main emphasis of the reorganized VITEMA. It is imperative that the Territory maintain a high level of readiness in order to effectively respond to these threats particularly in light of recent earthquake and tsunami events in Japan, Haiti and Chile. During the past two years (2), VITEMA achieved significant milestones in its strategic planning for catastrophic events, particularly in the Territory’s early warning system, and in training first responders and emergency managers to meet and maintain national standards for incident management.

VITEMA installed and tested the first phase of the All Hazards Siren Warning System, a modern warning system with the capability to alert and warn the public of multiple hazards, including tsunamis and flood events, utilizing both tone and voice messaging. With the installation of the operational siren warning system — for the first time in more than three decades — the Virgin Islands has a built-in redundancy for public safety warnings. The system compliments the Emergency Alert System and the VI Alert mass alert and notification system. VITEMA spent months collaborating with key representatives of the public, private nonprofit sectors to develop a comprehensive plan for a coordinated response and recovery from a tsunami – an infrequent but deadly event. In 2011, VITEMA and the Office of the Governor approved the Territory’s first-ever Tsunami Incident Annex, a manual that will serve as a guide for the Territory’s coordinated response and recovery from this type of catastrophic event. Seeking to heighten its readiness for events beyond hurricanes, VITEMA also stepped up its training and exercise roster to provide training in response to structural collapse, campus emergencies, active shooter and counter- terrorism. Emergency responders and managers across the Territory were certified in these critical training courses.

Finally, in a major full scale exercise, VITEMA brought together Federal and local government agencies, voluntary agencies and the maritime industry for the largest multi-hazard and maritime full-scale exercise the Territory has ever seen. The exercise – Operation Tide Breaker – set the groundwork for possible future interstate agreements and for building intergovernmental partnerships.

As VITEMA improves performance and coordinates services to improve its response and recovery, the Agency will better serve the Virgin Islands community before, during and after emergencies. VITEMA is committed to being the number one (1) emergency management agency in the Caribbean and will continue striving to provide quality emergency response services and to protect the security of our homeland in the Virgin Islands.

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ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Regulatory & Enforcement, Administration, Social

Strategic Goal(s): 1. To optimize the agency’s human, physical and financial resources 2. To enhance abilities to prepare and coordinate emergency response and recovery effort 3. To collect, maintain, process and communicate intelligence data to all law enforcement and first responders

Performance Goal(s): 1. Elevate awareness 2. Respond effectively with a network of partners 3. Restore the territory to pre-disaster condition

Org 23000 Administration and Finance

Functional Statement The Administration and Finance Division manages, and monitors the human and financial resources of the agency which facilitates the capabilities of the various divisions to protect the lives and property of the Territory’s citizens and visitors; as they enhance their abilities to: prepare for, respond to, mitigate against, and recover from all natural/man-made hazards.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Average number of business days to process vendor SG1/ 25 days payments (Baseline=0) (Goal= PG1,2 25 days in 2013) Average turnaround days between draw request and SG1/ 25 days revenue posting (Baseline=0) PG1,2 (Goal=25 days in 2013)

Org 23010 Operations

Functional Statement The Operations Division coordinates response and recovery activities while maintaining a manageable span of control of the Territory’s available resources. The Division manages operations directed toward reducing the risk to lives and property from all hazards prior to, during, and after any emergency incident in addition to establishing situational control and restoring normal conditions. The Division is also responsible for processing and disseminating intelligence data to all law enforcement entities that assist with surveillance of major crimes. The Division is also tasked with operating and maintaining the necessary equipment to communicate to Police, Fire, EMS, Rescue, and all other governmental agencies both local and Federal.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Estimate Number of hours to disseminate final intelligence SG2,3/ 18 hours reports (Baseline=24 hours) PG2 (Goal= reduce by 25% annually) Increase the percent of nationally certified ECC SG1/ operators (Baseline=0) 25% PG2 (Goal=Increase by 25% annually) Increase percent of EOC members that are ICS and SG1/ NIMS compliant (Baseline=25% 50% PG1,2 are compliant) (Goal=Increase by 25% annually)

Org 23020 Grants Managements

Functional Statement The Grants Management Division obtains, administers and monitors federal funding that facilitate the Territory’s first responders, emergency management personnel, intelligence personnel and citizens’ abilities to: prepare for, respond to, mitigate against, recover from natural/manmade disasters (biochemical, cyber-terrorism, etc.), coordinate communication and disseminate information between local and federal law enforcement partners.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Increase percentage of site visits (Baseline=0%) SG1/ 25% Goal=Increase by 25% PG1,3 annually) Average turn around days between expenditure processing and draw request SG1/ 27 days (Baseline=30 days) PG2 (Goal=Decrease by 10% annually) Reduce average days to submit Federal Grant Reports SG1/ Baseline=40 days) 36 days PG2,3 (Goal=Decrease by 10% annually)

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Org 23030 Preparedness

Functional Statement The Preparedness Division prepares the Territory’s private, public sector and Non Governmental Organizations to protect their lives and property from all hazards through planning, training, exercising and educating. The Preparedness Division provides citizens with the tools to make informed decisions to respond to and recover from any hazard that may threaten their lives and property.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target The number of training and SG1/ outreach presentations 4 annually (Baseline=1) PG1,3 (Goal=Increase to 4 in 2013) Percent of on site evaluation SG1,2/ of real time incidents annually 20% (Baseline=0) (Goal=Increase to 20% in PG1,2 2013) Percentage of segments from each plan tested in an SG1/ 30% exercise annually PG1,2 (Baseline=0) (Goal=Increase to 30% in 2013)

Org 23040 Logistics

Functional Statement The Logistics Division provides essential IT/Communication services and technological tools critical to maintaining public safety in the Territory. Logistics also provides for all of VITEMA’s support needs relative to inventory of resources, facilities management, transportation, supplies, food, fuel and maintenance.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Reduce radio communication SG1,2,3/ 25% downtime PG1,2 Increase staff IT efficiency in SG1/ 25% applications and systems PG1,2 Reduce energy consumption usage (kilowatt hrs.) KWH SG1/ 1,265,929 Baseline=(quarterly 351,647) PG1,2 KWH (Goal=by 10% in 2013)

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Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 2,712,443 2,649,707 2,311,247 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 1,001,723 1,062,673 905,001 Supplies 79,113 104,917 53,178 Other Svs. & Chgs. 416,678 568,923 620,602 Utilities 370,196 500,000 489,421 Total General Funds 4,580,153 4,886,220 4,379,449

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 4,580,153 4,886,220 4,379,449

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds Personnel Services 552,484 784,944 712,691 Capital Outlays 614,872 446,737 134,103 Fringe Benefits 204,581 304,317 262,008 Supplies 71,718 71,704 56,916 Other Svs. & Chgs. 771,539 515,033 1,143,583 Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 2,215,194 2,122,735 2,309,301

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 2,215,194 2,122,735 2,309,301

GRAND TOTAL 6,795,347 7,008,955 6,688,750

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Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 23000 Administrative/Financial Services 555,008 - 196,286 8,000 56,338 - 815,632 23010 Operations 1,306,364 - 536,779 3,000 3,000 - 1,849,143 23020 Grants Management 293,475 - 112,502 2,000 5,150 - 413,127 23040 Logistics 156,400 - 59,434 40,178 556,114 489,421 1,301,547 Total General Fund 2,311,247 - 905,001 53,178 620,602 489,421 4,379,449

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local funds ------Total Local Funds ------

Federal Funds 23020 Grants Management ------23030 Preparedness 712,691 134,103 262,008 56,916 1,143,583 - 2,309,301 Total Federal Funds 712,691 134,103 262,008 56,916 1,143,583 - 2,309,301 GRAND TOTAL 3,023,938 134,103 1,167,009 110,094 1,764,185 489,421 6,688,750

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Bureau of Information Technology

BUREAU OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Bureau of Information Technology

General Fund $2,394,531

Appropriated Funds

$2,394,531 100%

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Message from the Director of the Bureau of Information Technology

The Bureau of Information Technology (BIT) was established by Act No. 6634 to develop a comprehensive technology strategy for the Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI) that supports and promotes the use of innovative information technologies. The current strategy incorporates development and maintenance of territorial data centers and a territorial private network that enhances workers’ productivity, improves governmental services, demonstrates effective management tools and reduces costs.

BIT’s mission is to maximize available and future information technology resources through improvement of productivity and efficiency while controlling and reducing costs. In accord with this mission is construction of a new information highway under construction that will be accessible to semi-autonomous and independent instrumentalities as well. The planned transport service is a critical strategic resource to facilitate departments and agencies as they seek to fulfill mandates.

The mission of the Agency also includes the audit of critical technology success factors to the achievement of territorial goals and objectives. Funding remains a critical facet in the successful completion of the comprehensive technology plan. However, the Bureau continues to work toward its mandate through review and approval of all IT purchases; continued provision of technical advice on all planned technology initiatives for the GVI and approval of all IT purchases processed via the Enterprise Resource Planning System (ERP). With the assistance of the Departments of Property and Procurement and Finance, the BIT ensures the Government technology under its purview operates as efficiently and effectively as possible, at the most economical cost.

BIT’s strategic goal is to develop and manage a comprehensive information technology program for the Government of the Virgin Islands with a strategic objective of continuous process improvement of a fully operational, expertly managed and supported government information technology transport service through Fiscal Year 2018.

During Fiscal Year 2011, BIT acquired data center sites for the St. Thomas and St. Croix districts and completed a majority of the installation of the backbone Enterprise Virtual Private Network (EVPN). The majority of EVPN sites is operational and provides departments and agencies with 155 megabits per second (MBS) backbone links on the wide area network. In addition, the Bureau upgraded a number of links from unlicensed to licensed frequencies to provide greater user-experience on the ERP System.

Implementation and dissemination of e-solutions remains a priority. E-government solutions reduce operational inefficiencies, redundant spending and excessive paperwork. During Fiscal Years 2012 and 2013, BIT plans to continue optimization of e-government services; to include the migration of the remainder of government agencies and departments to a completed government data network (EVPN); the build out of two independent data centers, one in each district; migration to the new broadband fiber network and continued reduction of operational inefficiencies and, its focus will remain on reducing operational inefficiencies and cutbacks in operational costs.

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Bureau of Information Technology

Organizational Type: Policy/Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Develop and manage a comprehensive information technology program for the Government of the Virgin Islands

Performance Goal(s): 1. Continuous process improvement of the Enterprise Virtual Private Network (EVPN) 2. Provide timely, accurate information and assistance.

Org 26000 Bureau of Information Technology

Functional Statement The Bureau of Information Technology develops a comprehensive technology strategy, which includes network management (operations, monitoring and maintenance); managed services via equipment and hardware installation; software application implementation; customer service and help desk assistance; and information technology project planning, management, auditing and reporting.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of days to resolve network SG1/ 2 days service interruptions and outages PG1,2 Number of days to approve a planned information technology (IT) SG1/ 3 days purchase (cycle time) PG1,2

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Bureau of Information Technology Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 945,134 939,377 851,913 Capital Outlays 62,827 - 25,000 Fringe Benefits 327,403 347,831 319,979 Supplies 42,937 33,367 63,367 Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,557,385 1,218,366 972,342 Utilities 135,269 155,000 161,930 Total General Fund 3,070,955 2,693,941 2,394,531

Internal Revenue Matching Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Internal Revenue Matching Fund - - -

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 3,070,955 2,693,941 2,394,531

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS - - -

GRAND TOTAL 3,070,955 2,693,941 2,394,531

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Bureau of Information Technology Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 26000 Bureau of Info. Technology 851,913 25,000 319,979 63,367 972,342 161,930 2,394,531 Total General Fund 851,913 25,000 319,979 63,367 972,342 161,930 2,394,531

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Local Funds ------

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 851,913 25,000 319,979 63,367 972,342 161,930 2,394,531

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Office of the Adjutant General

OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL

Administrative Services Maintenance Security

General Fund Federal Funds $6,802,416

$5,351,535 Non-Appropriated Appropriated 79% $1,450,881 Funds Funds 21%

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Message from the Adjutant General

The Office of the Adjutant General (OTAG) is committed to the safety and security of the people of the Virgin Islands. OTAG’s mission is to plan, coordinate and implement support of Territorial responders to natural and man-made disasters, civil disturbances, foreign and domestic threats and Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD). As a result, OTAG personnel continuously train and update policies relative to its support role. OTAG staff interacts with other local and federal personnel, creating open lines of communication and developing a group of highly trained and knowledgeable personnel to provide administrative support to the Virgin Islands National Guard (VING). The mandate of the Administrative staff is to carry their mission through training and planned exercises to develop departmental skills in an ever-evolving technological environment.

OTAG was organized by Executive Order No. 304-1987. Through its revised structure, by Act No. 7074, the Agency now consists of the following divisions: Administrative Services, Maintenance and Security. Each division of OTAG develops and implements policies and procedures in support of the key strategic objectives of the VI National Guard to conduct their federal and local missions.

The Administrative Division’s function is to provide financial and administrative services to each division of OTAG and the VI National Guard. The key goal is to ensure that funds (both Federal and Local) are spent within the funding limits by implementing good financial management practices. Further, its Personnel seek to increase the timeline and quality of each financial report submitted to government agencies, especially the Office of the Governor, Office of Management and Budget and the Department of Finance.

The Maintenance Division’s purpose is to sustain, restore and modernize all the facilities and properties of the VI National Guard and OTAG. The division also supports the Construction and Facilities Management Office within OTAG. Its key responsibility is to provide for new Military Construction (MILCON) within the Territory, as well as all environmental support, thereby ensuring compliance with all applicable and federal mandates.

The Security Division is responsible for providing protection to all VING personnel, facilities and other properties. The division seeks to improve this capability by increasing its training readiness as well as its work force to meet the growing deployment needs in support of the global war on terror.

OTAG will continue to educate and train its staff to support the Virgin Islands National Guard (the Territory’s first line of defense) in achieving their goal of protecting, securing and mitigating the properties of the people of the United States Virgin Islands from natural and man-made disasters.

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Office of the Adjutant General

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Provide professional and timely support to the Virgin Islands National Guard and the Territory 2. Ensure the protection and security of the Territory from natural disasters, domestic and foreign threats.

Performance Goal(s): 1. Promote operational effectiveness. 2. Establish a safe and secure VING and OTAG through effective and efficient preparedness. 3. Secure the Territory by efficient and effective preparedness when responding to natural or man-made disasters.

Org 28000 Administrative Services

Functional Statement The Administrative Services Unit administers and supervises the administrative activities and operations of the Office of the Adjutant General (OTAG). The functions of the Unit are budgeting, fiscal control, personnel and administrative management.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percent invoices turned around SG1/PG1 97% within 1 day* Percent of reconciled invoices * SG1/PG1 98% Percent of reconciled requisitions * SG1/PG1 98% Percent of reconciliations with SG1/PG1 98% accurate information *Based on total numbers

Org 28010 Maintenance Division

Functional Statement The Maintenance Division provides operational supplies for building repairs and maintenance, custodial services, grounds-keeping and environmental protection services for Virgin Islands National Guard facilities.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percent of facilities in compliance with VI building codes* SG1/PG2 95% Number of work orders received SG2/PG2 220 Percent of work orders SG2/PG2 55% completed* *Based on total numbers

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Org 28020 Security

Functional Statement The Security Division provides protection for all VING personnel, facilities and property.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of security breaches SG2/P 1 (facilities) G3

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Office of the Adjutant General Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 411,468 620,414 334,402 Capital Outlays 131,240 155,000 314,555 Fringe Benefits 146,610 149,966 123,687 Supplies 21,981 35,926 42,446 Other Svs. & Chgs. 283,818 288,549 267,569 Utilities 249,262 326,191 368,222 Total General Funds 1,244,378 1,576,046 1,450,881

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 1,244,378 1,576,046 1,450,881

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds Personnel Services 1,512,755 1,544,089 1,496,662 Capital Outlays 252,070 100,000 750,625 Fringe Benefits 610,425 636,441 641,058 Supplies 81,207 148,886 283,963 Other Svs. & Chgs. 806,504 995,933 1,242,718 Utilities 1,024,768 630,571 936,509 Total Federal Funds 4,287,729 4,055,920 5,351,535

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 4,287,729 4,055,920 5,351,535

GRAND TOTAL 5,532,107 5,631,966 6,802,416

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Office of the Adjutant General Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 28000 Administrative Services 246,947 - 79,652 14,110 72,462 30,375 443,546 28010 Maintenance 87,455 314,555 44,035 28,336 195,107 337,847 1,007,335 Total General Fund 334,402 314,555 123,687 42,446 267,569 368,222 1,450,881

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local funds ------Total Local Funds ------Federal Funds 28000 Administrative Services 92,000 - 35,470 3,525 190,976 62,095 384,066 28010 Maintenance 448,662 740,625 162,681 260,000 914,878 874,414 3,401,260 28020 Security 956,000 10,000 442,907 20,438 136,864 - 1,566,209 Total Federal Funds 1,496,662 750,625 641,058 283,963 1,242,718 936,509 5,351,535 GRAND TOTAL 1,831,064 1,065,180 764,745 326,409 1,510,287 1,304,731 6,802,416

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Office of Veterans Affairs OFFICE OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Veterans Affairs

General Fund V.I. Lottery & Taxi Medallion Auction Proceeds

$505,828

$340,828 $165,000 Non-Appropriated 33% 67% Appropriated Funds Funds

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Message from the Director of Veterans Affairs

The Division of Veteran’s Affairs (OVA) was created on March 10, 1955 by the enactment of Bill No. 21, Act No. 8, in the First Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI). The Division was reorganized by Executive Order No. 295-1987 and Act No. 5265, the Government Reorganization and Consolidation Act of 1987. The Division was renamed The Office of Veterans’ Affairs and placed under the Office of the Governor.

The mission of the Office of Veterans Affairs is to provide information and services regarding benefits and entitlements to all veterans residing in the United States Virgin Islands. The OVA fulfills its mandate by providing the following services to Veterans: compiling data, informing veterans of available benefits regarding employment, health, education, homeownership and burial services in addition to assisting with processing and filing of all related claims. The Office of Veterans Affairs also coordinates with local and federal agencies regarding all matters concerning veterans in the Territory. Additionally, the OVA recommends legislation to the Governor affecting veterans and their families.

The OVA is committed to serving all veterans in a professional and respectable manner. The Office’s key focus is on customer service and customer satisfaction as is evident in the Office’s revised strategic goal and performance goal which have been modified to reflect OVA’s concentration. As a result, a customer satisfaction survey has been implemented as a means of gathering data relative to the OVA’s service delivery to veterans and their families. In an effort to bridge the gaps in the Federal Health System in the Territory, OVA actively manages a Community Based Outpatient Clinic operated by the Veterans Administration Caribbean Healthcare System to meet the needs of veterans and their families.

This OVA has a staff of six (6) employees which comprise offices on both St. Croix and St. Thomas. The Office of Veterans’ Affairs is among the smaller constituent of the General Government. Being small, all employees are intimately knowledgeable about all the services provided by OVA, thereby creating a welcoming environment for veterans and their families.

In Fiscal Year 2013, OVA will aggressively create strategic partnerships with the Department of Human Services, Veterans Administration (Medical and Benefits sections), along with non-profit organizations to enhance services to homeless and needy veterans.

The Office of Veteran’s Affairs is fully committed to providing the Territory’s Veterans with the care that they deserve. OVA will continue to work diligently to chart a course resulting in improved services and benefits to all veterans and their family members by enhancing programs under its mandate.

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Office of Veterans Affairs

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Informs USVI veterans of available benefits regarding employment, health, education, homeownership and burial, and assists with processing and filing related claims. 2. Interacts and coordinates with local and federal agencies regarding matters of interest to veterans. 3. Recommends legislation to the Governor affecting veterans and their families.

Performance Goal(s): 1. To facilitate that all eligible veterans receive benefits and entitlements.

Org 29000 Veterans Affairs

Functional Statement The Office of Veteran Affairs compiles data concerning veterans; informs USVI veterans of available benefits regarding employment, health, education, homeownership and burial, and assists with processing and filing related claims. The Office of Veterans’ Affairs also interacts and coordinates with local and federal agencies regarding matters of interest to veterans. Additionally, the Office recommends legislation to the Governor affecting veterans and their families.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG 2013 Estimate Average customer satisfaction SG1,2,3/ rating for courtesy (based on 1 PG1 3 to 5 rating scale) Average customer satisfaction SG1,2,3/ rating for knowledge (based on 1 PG1 3 to 5 rating scale) Average customer satisfaction SG1,2,3/ rating for respectfulness (based PG1 3 on 1 to 5 rating scale)

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Office of Veterans Affairs Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation

General Fund Personnel Services 287,844 273,705 242,402 Capital Outlays 14,422 - - Fringe Benefits 103,287 94,684 98,426 Supplies 14,229 3,056 - Other Svs. & Chgs. 57,617 12,000 - Utilities 5,913 - -

Total General Funds 483,312 383,445 340,828

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 483,312 383,445 340,828 Local Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays 14,422 - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 15,427 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 66,905 161,260 165,000 Utilities 5,914 - - Total Local Funds 102,668 161,260 165,000

Federal Funds - - - Total Fderal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 102,668 161,260 165,000

GRAND TOTAL 585,980 544,705 505,828

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Office of Veterans Affairs Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 29000 Veteran Affairs 242,402 - 98,426 - - - 340,828 Total General Fund 242,402 - 98,426 - - - 340,828

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 29000 Veterans Affairs - - - - 165,000 - 165,000 Total Local Funds - - - - 165,000 - 165,000

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 242,402 - 98,426 - 165,000 - 505,828

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor

OFFICE OF LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR

Administration Real Property Tax Division Recorder of Deeds Banking and Insurance Corporation and Trademarks

General Fund Commissioner of Insurance Administration Fund Corporation Division Revolving Fund Financial Services Fund Recorder of Deeds Revolving Fund Federal Funds Tax Assessor Revol. Fund $13,775,801 $290,000

2.1% $3,248,256 23.6% $6,386,170 53.6% 46.4% Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds Funds $3,000,000 21.8% $200,000 1.5% $610,000 $41,275 4.4% .3%

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Message from the Lieutenant Governor

The Lieutenant Governor of the Virgin Islands is the Secretary of State, the Chairman of the Banking Board, and the Commissioner of Insurance with direct responsibility for five (5) major divisions and three (3) subdivisions. The divisions are Administration and Financial Management, Banking and Insurance, Real Property Tax, Recorder of Deeds and Corporation and Trademarks. The subdivisions are Virgin Islands Passport Acceptance Facility, Notary Services and the Virgin Islands State Health Insurance Assistance Program (VI SHIP)/Medicare.

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor is committed to the fulfillment of its regulatory responsibilities; and monitors the activities of banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions that operate within the Territory. It processes requests for articles of incorporation and insurance licenses; it records deeds and assesses all real property taxes. All of these services are conducted in a courteous, professional, efficient, and timely manner.

The functions and duties of the Banking Board are as prescribed in Title 9 of the Virgin Islands Code. The Lieutenant Governor as the ex-officio Chairman of the Board regulates and supervises domestic and foreign banking institutions and small loan companies in the Territory. The Board on the other hand is responsible for the promulgation and enforcement of laws, rules, and regulations and compliance of companies with legalized banking practices.

The functions and duties of the Insurance Division are stipulated in Title 22, of the Virgin Islands Code. The Commissioner of Insurance through statutory provision is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations, to conduct investigations where possible violations exist; to hold hearings; and to bring action against violators in a court of law. Additionally, the Commissioner administers qualifying examinations and issues and revokes licenses of insurance companies, agents, and brokers. Additionally, as Commissioner of Insurance, there is responsibility for review of company product offerings.

Title 33, Sections 2363 and 2402 of the Virgin Islands Code authorizes the Governor to “…… appoint a Tax Assessor who shall be attached to the Office of the Lieutenant Governor and perform the functions and duties under the supervision and control of the Lieutenant Governor”. The Office of the Tax Assessor is charged with the responsibility and the authority to assess and tax all real property in the Virgin Islands. Act No. 6976 signed into law December 22, 2007 transferred the duties ancillary to the collection of real property taxes and public sewer fees from the Department of Finance to the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.

The Recorders of Deeds for the District of St. Thomas/St. John and the District of St. Croix perform functions outlined in Title 33, Section 2362 and Title 28, Chapters 7 and 33 of the Virgin Islands Code, and Title 11a of the Uniform Commercial Code. The Recorder of Deeds acts as custodian of all legal instruments relative to real and personal properties. Title 33, Section 124, Virgin Islands Code, sets guidelines for the sale of Internal Revenue Stamps by the Recorder of Deeds. All revenue collections carried out by the Recorder of Deeds in accordance with the law, are reported monthly.

Title 13, Title 11, Chapter 21, Title 11A, Title 14, Section 611, and Title 26 of the Virgin Islands Code govern the functions and administration of the Division of Corporation and Trademarks. Corporation and Trademarks processes registrations/applications for all business entities and maintains information relative to their standing in the Territory. Businesses required to register with this Division include domestic, exempt, foreign, foreign sales, Virgin Islands foreign sales, cooperative and nonprofit corporations; domestic and foreign sole proprietors; domestic partnerships; domestic and foreign limited partnerships; domestic and foreign limited liability partnerships; limited liability partnerships; domestic and foreign limited liability companies; and federally registered trademarks. The office of the Lieutenant Governor stands committed to dedicate its resources in assisting th citizens of the Territory by enhancing its service delivery during this period of fiscal adjustment.

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Administrative and Regulatory

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Regulate and monitor the activities of banks, insurance companies and other financial institutions 2. Ensure the public receives courteous, professional, efficient and timely service 3. Ensure the GIS Parcel Data Management System is complete and fully functional 4. Ensure equity in valuation of real properties

Performance Goal(s): 1. Promote safety and security through the issuance of local and national legal documents 2. Establish market value 3. Collect taxes and fees 4. Promote operational efficiency 5. Ensure solvency in financial institutions 6. Monitor compliance

Org 30000 Administration

Functional Statement The Administration Division oversees the daily operations of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, which is comprised of four (4) other Divisions. It facilitates the procurement of goods and services, centralizes the maintenance of all personnel, time and attendance activities and financial records. In addition, this Division is responsible for the administration and regulation of passport and notary processes.

Org 30100 Real Property Tax Assessment

Functional Statement The Real Property Tax Division assesses all real property in the U.S. Virgin Islands, updates tax maps to levels of acceptance for location of real property, maintains updated tax assessment rolls for all federally and locally owned properties and dispenses corresponding bills.

SG/PG FY 13

Key Performance Indicator(s) Target

Percent of commercial properties SG4/ revaluated PG2,3 100% Percent of new residential SG4/ properties revaluated based on PG2,3 100% total inventory

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Org 30120 Real Property Tax Collection

Functional Statement The Real Property Tax Division collects all real property taxes for the U.S. Virgin Islands; issues property tax clearance letters, enforces real property tax payments and updates all real property tax collection records.

SG/PG FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) Target Percent of revenue collected SG2/ based on total projected revenue PG3,4,6 100% Number of days to issue tax SG2/ 2 days clearance letters PG3,4,6

Org 30200 Recorder of Deeds

Functional Statement The Recorder of Deeds Office is responsible for the recordation and filing of federal and local deeds, mortgages, contracts, liens, mortgage releases, and all other legal instruments relating to the transfer of title and encumbrances on all real and personal property. It is also responsible for the sale of all revenue stamps.

SG/PG FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) Tarrget SG2,3/ Percent of documents processed 98% PG2,3,4

Org 30300 Banking and Insurance

Functional Statement The Division of Banking and Insurance serves as the regulatory administrative agency with responsibility to regulate all banking, insurance, securities, and financial services in the Territory.

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SG/PG FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s)* Target Percent of insurance company SG1,2/ examinations conducted PG1,4,5,6 85% Percent of reviews from licensed SG1,2/ entities PG1,4,5,6 90%

Percent of quarterly Premium SG1,2/ Tax filings submitted and PG1,4,5,6 100% annually reconciled Percent of new/renewal SG1,2/ applicants reviewed for issuance PG1,4,5,6 90% of licenses and securities registration Percent of insurance rates and SG1,2/ policy forms reviewed annually PG1,4,5,6 95% Percent of complaints/inquiries SG1,2/ completed PG1,4,5,6 85%

Percent of filings by Securities SG1,2/ registrants processed PG1,4,5,6 100%

*The Key Performance Indicators noted above address the following statutes: Title 9 V.I.C.: financial institutions; securities registration; money transmitters; mortgage brokers, lenders and originators; savings and loan associations; small loan companies; non-bank ATM’s; Title 12A, Ch. 7 V.I.C.: debt management providers; Title 22 V.I.C.: alternative markets; adjusters; air ambulance; apprentices; bail bonds companies; captives; insurance agencies and companies; non-resident/resident agents and brokers; premium finance companies; risk retention groups; self- insurance; solicitors; surplus lines insurers; title companies; TPA’s; and Title 28, Ch. 29 V.I.C. – unclaimed property holder and owner

Org 30400 Corporation and Trademarks

Functional Statement The Corporation and Trademarks Division is responsible for registration of articles of incorporation; amendments for acquisitions and mergers; V.I. foreign sales corporations; exempt companies domestic, foreign and non-profit corporations and limited liability partnerships; changes of names and trademarks; limited partnerships; the Uniform Commercial Code; the computation of franchise taxes; and review and filing of annual reports and financial statements.

SG/PG FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) Target Percent of new business entity SG2/ 80% filings processed (Trade names, PG1,3,4,6

Corp., LP, LLP and LLC) Percent of total UCC filings SG2/ processed PG1,3,4,6 95%

Percent of Good Standing SG2/

Requests/Certificates processed PG1,3,4,6 90%

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 4,665,420 4,762,223 4,227,836 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 1,802,425 1,853,130 1,681,566 Supplies 39,102 49,651 40,870 Other Svs. & Chgs. 816,124 362,577 313,346 Utilities 127,868 71,000 122,552 Total General Funds 7,450,939 7,098,581 6,386,170

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 7,450,939 7,098,581 6,386,170

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services 2,047,318 2,633,617 2,355,513 Capital Outlays 286,399 190,000 212,000 Fringe Benefits 991,668 1,235,976 882,185 Supplies 244,176 350,235 282,500 Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,902,110 3,255,915 3,116,922 Utilities 331,667 466,082 499,236 Total Local Funds 5,803,338 8,131,825 7,348,356

Federal Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - 3,500 3,500 Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 1,805 2,500 2,500 Other Svs. & Chgs. 20,043 35,275 35,275 Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 21,848 41,275 41,275

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 5,825,186 8,173,100 7,389,631

GRAND TOTAL 13,276,125 15,271,681 13,775,801

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Office of the Lieutenant Governor Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund 30000 Administration 1,396,368 - 516,254 10,000 55,000 63,876 2,041,498 30100 Real Prop. Tax Div. 1,488,168 - 596,560 8,500 186,257 33,676 2,313,161 30120 Property Tax Collection 604,339 - 278,265 18,370 72,089 25,000 998,063 30200 Recorder of Deeds 302,431 - 116,484 4,000 - - 422,915 30310 Securities ------30400 Corps. & Trademarks 436,530 - 174,003 - - - 610,533 Total General Fund 4,227,836 - 1,681,566 40,870 313,346 122,552 6,386,170

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 30100 Real Prop. Tax Div. - 40,000 - 40,000 435,000 95,000 610,000 30200 Recorder of Deeds - 7,500 - 12,500 150,000 30,000 200,000 30300 Bank & Insurance 1,763,655 47,500 680,923 40,000 432,922 35,000 3,000,000 30310 Securities ------30320 Financial Services 591,858 107,000 201,262 140,000 1,949,000 259,236 3,248,356 30400 Corps. & Trademarks - 10,000 - 50,000 150,000 80,000 290,000 Total Other Local Funds 2,355,513 212,000 882,185 282,500 3,116,922 499,236 7,348,356

Federal Funds 30300 Virgin Islands State Health Insur Prg - 3,500 - 2,500 35,275 - 41,275 Total Federal Funds - 3,500 - 2,500 35,275 - 41,275 GRAND TOTAL 6,583,349 215,500 2,563,751 325,870 3,465,543 621,788 13,775,801

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Bureau of Internal Revenue

BUREAU OF INTERNAL REVENUE

Director’s Office Audit Enforcement Processing Delinquent Records

Computer Operations

General Fund Casino Revolving Fund $10,069,307

Non-Appropriated Funds

$10,019,307 Appropriated 99.5% Funds

$50,000 0.50%

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Message from the Director of the Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue

The Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue’s primary mission is the administration and enforcement of the internal revenue and local tax laws of the Virgin Islands. The Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) was created in August of 1980 as a separate independent Agency of the Government of the Virgin Islands and maintains offices on all three islands. As the major revenue collection agency of the Government, the BIR is required to maintain the human capital and technical resources to succeed in its mission. The BIR has jurisdiction over all internal revenue taxes of the Virgin Islands, including income, gross receipts, excise, highway user’s, hotel room, entertainment and fuel taxes. The Naval Service Appropriation Act of 1922 established a “mirror” system of taxation in the Virgin Islands for income tax purposes, so that the Internal Revenue Code applies by substituting the Virgin Islands for the United States wherever necessary to obtain full effect in the Virgin Islands. The Virgin Islands mirrored income tax system necessitates an on-going working relationship with the Internal Revenue Service and the United States Department of the Treasury.

The BIR is under the supervision of a Director, Deputy Director of Operations, and department chiefs. The main branches are: Processing, Delinquent Accounts and Returns, Audit, and Computer Operations. The Director’s Office is responsible for the overall operations of the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). This Office sets the policy for administering the tax laws, and includes the Federal Disclosure Office, the Criminal Investigations Division, the Office of Chief Counsel, the Reviewer/Conferee, and the Business Office.

During Fiscal Year 2011, the BIR refunded 23,065 units of refunds totaling $80 million of income tax refunds. As testament to the continuing cooperation between the Government and the IRS, the two agencies successfully partnered to host an outreach seminar for tax exempt and pension plan practitioners; and more importantly, two (2) phases of Pension Plan and Profit-sharing training and on the Job training, resulting in the completion of 30 joint pension plan audits.

As the grantee of $1.125 million from the Department of Interior in Fiscal Year 2011, the BIR endeavors to complete formal on the job audit training, to implement of a matching program to identify non-filers and under- reporters, as well as to safeguard the Bureau’s systems. Improving the quality of service to taxpayers requires a continuous investment in human resources and the related technological support structure. These are essential requirements that will allow the BIR to be equipped to administer and enforce the tax laws of the Virgin Islands.

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Bureau of Internal Revenue

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Administrative

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Administer the tax laws of the Virgin Islands 2. Enforce the tax laws of the Virgin Islands

Performance Goal(s): 1. Process and collect in a timely manner 2. Enforce taxpayer compliance

Org 34000 Director’s Office

Functional Statement The Director’s Office is responsible for the overall operation of the V.I. Bureau of Internal Revenue and administering and enforcing Internal Revenue Tax Laws of the United States Virgin Islands. Policy decisions, rulings and interpretations of Internal Revenue Tax Laws are made in this Office. The Office of Chief Counsel, the Criminal Investigation Division, the Reviewer/Conferee and the Federal Disclosure Units are all part of the Director’s Office.

Org 34010 Audit Enforcement

Functional Statement The Audit Enforcement Branch is responsible for ensuring the highest degree of voluntary compliance of Internal Revenue Tax Laws through field and office audit examinations. The branch also oversees Income tax return preparation assistance and reviews Economic Development Commission (EDC) beneficiary information.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target SG1/ Number of office audits conducted PG2 1,800 SG1/ Number of field audits conducted PG2 230

Org 34020 Processing

Functional Statement The Processing and Accounts Branch is responsible for processing all tax returns; collecting and depositing all tax revenues; maintaining accurate taxpayer information; generating assessments and issuing notices of taxes due; providing tax collection services at ports of entry; and providing taxpayer assistance.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target

Percent of returns corrected within 90 SG1/ 90% days of receipt of tax information PG1 Percent of income tax returns SG1/ 95% processed within 45 days of receipt PG1

Org 34030 Delinquent Accounts

Functional Statement The Delinquent Accounts and Returns (DAR) Branch is responsible for the collection of all delinquent taxes and tax returns, utilizing various collection tools. This Branch facilitates voluntary compliance by assisting taxpayers in satisfying delinquent obligations.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Amount collected from delinquent SG1/ $33 accounts, (millions) PG2G SG1/ Amount of delinquent returns secured 2,200 PG2PG

Org 34050 Computer Operations

Functional Statement The Computer Operations Branch was established to implement and support an automated tax administration system, including the creation of an Individual and Business Master Tax File. This system provides data processing support services; processes assessments, tax bills, and tax refunds; and maintains the historical database.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target SG1/ Number of assessments processed 50,000 PG2PG SG1/ Number of bills generated 25,000 PG1PG

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Bureau of Internal Revenue Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 5,540,834 5,512,258 5,864,562 Capital Outlays 118,701 25,000 50,000 Fringe Benefits 2,132,670 2,237,560 2,291,696 Supplies 167,066 94,604 84,604 Other Svs. & Chgs. 5,134,797 1,946,125 1,522,778 Utilities 245,381 321,367 205,667 Total General Funds 13,339,449 10,136,914 10,019,307

Internal Revenue Matching Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Internal Revenue Matching Funds - - -

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 13,339,449 10,136,914 10,019,307

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 6,410 10,000 10,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 56,001 40,000 40,000 Utilities - - - Total Local Funds 62,411 50,000 50,000

Federal Funds - - - Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 603,387 175,000 - Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 603,387 175,000 -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 665,798 225,000 50,000

GRAND TOTAL 14,005,247 10,361,914 10,069,307

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Bureau of Internal Revenue Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 34000 Director's Office 929,370 50,000 313,458 84,604 1,522,778 205,667 3,105,877 34010 Audit Enforcement 1,304,512 - 488,660 - - - 1,793,172 34020 Processing Branch 2,175,864 - 937,903 - - - 3,113,767 34030 Delinquent Accounts 1,131,411 - 428,155 - - - 1,559,566 34050 Computer Operations 323,405 - 123,520 - - - 446,925 Total General Fund 5,864,562 50,000 2,291,696 84,604 1,522,778 205,667 10,019,307

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 34000 Director's Office - - - 10,000 40,000 - 50,000 Total Local Funds - - - 10,000 40,000 - 50,000

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 5,864,562 50,000 2,291,696 94,604 1,562,778 205,667 10,069,307

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Office of the Virgin Islands Inspector General

OFFICE OF THE VIRGIN

ISLANDS INSPECTOR GENERAL Office of the Virgin Islands Inspector General

General Fund

$1,323,348

$1,323,348 Appropriated Funds 100%

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Message from the Inspector General

The Office of the Virgin Islands Inspector General (OVIIG) is dedicated to its mission to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness, and to further the prevention of fraud, waste and abuse in the administration of the programs and operations of the Government of the Virgin Islands. As a separate, independent agency, the OVIIG functions as the major auditing arm of the Government. In order to fulfill its mission, the OVIIG’s strategic goals are to contribute to strengthening the administration and stewardship of public resources and to reduce waste of public resources.

Title 3, Chapter 40, of the Virgin Islands Code gives the OVIIG the responsibilities of conducting audits, investigations, and inspections of programs and operations of the Government; of providing leadership in coordinating and recommending policies to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the operations of the Government; of investigating and recommending policies to prevent fraud, waste and abuse; of referring criminal conduct to the Virgin Islands Attorney General for criminal action; and of bringing monetary losses to the attention of the Virgin Islands Attorney General for appropriate recovery by civil suit.

The audit and investigative responsibilities of the OVIIG extend to all three (3) branches of the Government and the semi-autonomous and autonomous instrumentalities. The law requires that audits be performed in accordance with standards established by the United States Government Accountability Office and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

The responsibilities are driven by the specific performance goals of promoting positive change in the operations of the Government and the autonomous and semi-autonomous instrumentalities and facilitating successful prosecution and administrative actions against wrongdoers.

Audit reports issued in Fiscal Year 2011 identified potential savings or funds that could be put to better use totaling $23.8 million. In addition, 160 recommendations were made to various departments and agencies to ensure better controls and oversight of limited government resources. A total of 114 recommendations were resolved, with 46 recommendations remaining either unresolved or resolved without full implementation.

Similar to Fiscal Year 2010, an infinite amount of investigative efforts were exhausted on the criminal case of three management officials at the Roy L. Schneider Regional Medical Center. The trial lasted approximately 2 months, and ended in a hung jury. The Virgin Islands Department of Justice has refiled the charges, and is scheduled for retrial in calendar year 2012. Moreover, in Fiscal Year 2011, a Grand Jury indicted two Government officials with various tax and program fraud counts. The indictment was partially based on an audit of the operations of the Bureau of Economic Research. The trial will begin in Fiscal Year 2012. Despite aforementioned limitations in resources, 25 complaints were received alleging wrong doing by Government officials and employees; 14 complaints were closed or referred to other agencies, and 11 new cases remained open for possible investigative or audit action.

The challenges that are affecting the overall economy of the Virgin Islands and the Government in particular, are having an effect on the OVIIG. Resignations and retirements, coupled with the hiring freeze, have severely reduced the staffing levels of the office, limiting audit and investigative coverage. As funding stabilizes in the future, the filling of critical positions within the OVIIG will be approved; mandate stipulates the OVIIG have in excess of 40-50 auditors and investigators in order to maintain a regular cycle of audits.

Despite limitations, the Office of the Virgin Islands Inspector General continues to work towards completion of various audits and investigations.

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Office of the Virgin Islands Inspector General

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Regulatory and Enforcement

Strategic Goal(s):

1. To contribute to the strengthening of the administration and stewardship of public resources 2. To reduce the waste of public resources

Performance Goal(s):

1. Promote positive changes in the operations of the Government of the Virgin Islands and autonomous and semi-autonomous instrumentalities 2. Facilitate successful prosecution and administrative actions against wrongdoers

Org 35000 Office of the V.I. Inspector General

Functional Statement The Office of the Virgin Islands Inspector General is the major auditing arm of the Government. Its responsibilities require the Office to serve the three (3) branches of the Government and instrumentalities while remaining independent. Auditing functions include examining receipts and expenditures for propriety; evaluating the use of local and federal funds; identifying, investigating, and reporting any evidence of fraud, waste and abuse; and recommending changes in financial management practices to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of management compliance with SG1,2/ 90% recommendations PG1

Percent of criminal and civil cases accepted for SG1,2/ 90% prosecutorial consideration PG2

Percent of cases investigated resulting in judicial SG1,2/ 90% and/or administrative action PG2

Percent of allegations referred to other agencies for SG1,2/ 90% action within 14 days of referral PG2

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Office of the V. I. Inspector General Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 883,874 913,746 788,561 Capital Outlays 31,872 - - Fringe Benefits 291,375 312,590 269,438 Supplies 33,799 75,196 73,432 Other Svs. & Chgs. 62,441 146,385 146,917 Utilities 17,016 40,900 45,000 Total General Fund 1,320,377 1,488,817 1,323,348

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 1,320,377 1,488,817 1,323,348

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS - - -

GRAND TOTAL 1,320,377 1,488,817 1,323,348

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Office of the Virgin Islands Inspector General Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 35000 Office of the Inspector General 788,561 - 269,438 73,432 146,917 45,000 1,323,348 Total General Fund 788,561 - 269,438 73,432 146,917 45,000 1,323,348

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Local Funds ------

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 788,561 - 269,438 73,432 146,917 45,000 1,323,348

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Bureau of Motor Vehicles

BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES

Office of the Director Administration Drivers Licensing and Identification Registration and Inspection Records Management and Information Systems

Personalized License Plate Fund General Fund Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fund

$3,264,977

$1,728,432 53%

$536,545 16%

Non-Appropriated Appropriated Funds Funds 84%

$1,000,000 31%

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Message from the Director of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles

The Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) was established under Title 3, Virgin Islands Code, Section 227-232 as amended, with responsibility to exercise general control over the administration of laws, the collection of fees relating to the licensing of motor vehicle operators, and the registration and licensing of motor vehicles as provided by law. The two (2) divisions of the Agency are the Administrative Support Services and Customer Services. The Administrative Support Services Unit is comprised of the Director and support staff. Under the Director’s leadership the Unit provides overall direction―logistical and administrative, as well as contractual and financial support services. The Customer Services Division has three (3) units: Driver’s Licensing and Identification, Registration and Inspection, and Records Managements, responsible for providing the motoring public with driver’s licenses, vehicle registration and related services.

The mission of the Bureau is to deliver coordinated customer services to the motoring public that contributes to a safer community. The strategic goal is to provide quality services that result in safer roads and highways throughout the Virgin Islands. The performance goal is to provide timely and accurate information and services.

During Fiscal Year 2011, the BMV met three (3) of the six (6) key performance indicators strategic to the accomplishment of the Agency’s mission. Achieved were:

 “Number of days to pay vendors”;  “Average record retrieval time (lost license)”; and  “Average waiting time per vehicle (non-commercial and taxi)”.

The key performance indicators not met were:

 “Average number of days between eligible and hire”;  “Average waiting time of customers for driver’s license”; and  “Downtime for driver’s license and vehicle registration IT network”.

In an effort to provide the most efficient and effective services, underestimated was impact of external factors on service efficiencies. Therefore, for Fiscal Year 2012 the key performance indicator targets were adjusted to realistically reflect current processes. The changes were as follows:

 “Average number of days between eligible and hire” was changed to “Average number of days between vacancy identification to NOPA approval”. The target changed from “30 days” to “65 days”;

 “Average waiting time of customers for driver’s licensing and identification”. The target changed from “17 minutes” to “25 minutes”, The “Average waiting time per vehicle (non-commercial and taxi) during registration and inspection” target changed from “28 minutes” to “35 minutes”; and

 “Downtime for Drivers license and vehicle registration IT network’” target was changed from “31 minutes” to “240 minutes”.

The Bureau of Motor Vehicles’ key accomplishments for Fiscal Year 2011 were tremendous. The architectural drawings and required permit applications to erect a state of the art BMV office building on the island of St. Croix were completed. The office building will allow all St. Croix employees to move from dilapidated trailers to a modernized BMV environment to affect improved quality of services to customers.

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The Bureau successfully submitted a driver’s license security grant application in the amount of $556,393 through the Department of Homeland Security in support of the Real ID Act. In addition, contractual requirements for a RFP were completed for solicitation of a contractor to develop and implement an enhanced driver’s license software program that meets Real ID Act requirements. The Bureau also continues managed services of the driver’s license and vehicle registration systems database connected to law enforcement agencies to facilitate swift identification, apprehension and successful arrest of offenders. In continued effort to meet the Real ID compliance date of January 2013, the BMV has completed 30 of 39 benchmarks; and has submitted more than $180,000 in reimbursement costs to FEMA for storm damages realized both districts during calendar year 2010.

The U.S. Virgin Islands was also able to connect electronically to the Department of State for U.S. passports validations presented as verification for driver’s license issuance. Continued technological enhancements provided an electronic reporting process for insurance cancellations and renewals which helped law enforcement officers detect and identify uninsured vehicles. In efforts to provide improved services on the island of St. John, a 40 Kilowatt generator used for electrical power back-up was installed.

To encourage continued professional growth, training opportunities were afforded supervisory and management personnel in both districts.

Future plans for the Bureau of Motor Vehicles includes the breaking of ground for the administrative office building on St. Croix, implementation of Act No. 7077―The Virgin Islands Motorcycle Safety Education Act of 2009, the Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspection Act of 2010, and full compliance and implementation of the Real ID Act of 2005 by January 2013.

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Bureau of Motor Vehicles

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Provide quality service that will result in safer roads and highways

Performance Goal(s): 1. Provide timely and accurate information and services

Org 36000 Office of the Director

Functional Statement The Office of the Director ensures the Bureau provides the most productive, efficient, cost-effective and coordinated delivery of services.

The Office of the Director identified several initiatives for implementation during Fiscal Year 2013 to include: (1) Breaking ground for an administrative office building on St. Croix; (2) Implementation of Act No. 7077, Virgin Islands Motorcycle Safety Education Act of 2009; (3) Implementation of the Commercial Motor Vehicle Inspection Act of 2010; and (4) Initiation of several new services and fees which that will increase General Fund revenues.

Org 36010 Administration

Functional Statement Administration provides all administrative, logistical, contractual and financial support for the daily operations of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). Other related duties include the management of all correspondence, the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports; and collection of statistical data on driver’s licenses and vehicle registrations.

The Administrative Division plans to implement during Fiscal Year 2013 a fully automated Human Resources (HR) section as well as a fully automated payroll system that calculates time and attendance; a planned enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the HR and Payroll sections is anticipated; and the introduction of an in- house accounting structure to facilitate timely fiscal recordation and reporting of allotments and expenditures for both local and federal funds.

Org 36100 Drivers Licensing and Identification

Functional Statement Drivers’ Licensing and Identification manages the drivers license program through administration of written and driver tests and issuance of drivers’ licenses. The Unit also prepares and maintains records and other required forms.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Average waiting time of customers for driver’s licensing SG1/ 25 mins. and identification PG1 Average record retrieval time SG1/ (Lost License) PG1 25 mins.

Org 36110 Registration and Inspection

Functional Statement Registration and Inspection inspects vehicles to ensure they are road worthy, meet tinted glass law requirements, and are insured for the period of registration. It also verifies all information on the registration certificate is valid and correct.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Average waiting time per vehicle (non-commercial)and SG1/ 35 mins. taxi) during registration and PG1 inspection

Org 36120 Records Management and Information Systems

Functional Statement Records Management and Information Systems ensure that the BMV employees have the most updated automation and communication technology. Responsibilities include system upgrades, training of employees in coordination with the appropriate agencies to solve information technology problems.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Downtime for the driver’s SG1/ license and vehicle PG1 240 mins. registration IT network

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Bureau of Motor Vehicles Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 1,131,110 1,030,275 1,029,874 Capital Outlays 19,790 - - Fringe Benefits 506,783 489,644 479,090 Supplies 138,096 60,076 - Other Svs. & Chgs. 148,546 165,000 86,353 Utilities 178,094 199,558 133,115 Total General Fund 2,122,419 1,944,553 1,728,432

Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fund** Personnel Services 498,950 512,225 507,508 Capital Outlays 170,423 - - Fringe Benefits 191,567 199,752 214,007 Supplies 74,869 140,000 100,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 162,600 91,147 150,000 Utilities 97,433 56,876 28,485 Total Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fund 1,195,842 1,000,000 1,000,000

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 3,318,261 2,944,553 2,728,432

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personalized License Plate Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 155,349 274,385 236,545 Other Svs. & Chgs. 380,922 274,285 300,000 Utilities - - - Total Local Funds 536,271 548,670 536,545

Federal Funds Real ID Program Personnel Services 18,873 - - Capital Outlays 170,423 - - Fringe Benefits 3,894 - - Supplies 11,533 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 150,476 - - Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 355,199 - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 891,470 548,670 536,545

GRAND TOTAL 4,209,731 3,493,223 3,264,977 **Transfer from the Transportation Trust Fund

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Bureau of Motor Vehicles Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund 36000 Office of the Director 172,400 - 63,158 - - - 235,558 36010 Administration 238,722 - 103,561 - 86,353 133,115 561,751 36100 Drivers Licensing and ID 201,080 - 103,630 - - - 304,710 36110 Registration and Inspection 395,319 - 195,616 - - - 590,935 36120 Records Mgmt-Info Systems 22,353 - 13,125 - - - 35,478 Total General Fund 1,029,874 - 479,090 - 86,353 133,115 1,728,432

Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fund* 36010 Administration 202,360 - 95,018 100,000 150,000 28,485 575,863 36110 Registration and Inspection 220,513 - 85,371 - - - 305,884 36120 Record Mgmt-Inform Systems 84,635 - 33,618 - - - 118,253 Total Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fund 507,508 - 214,007 100,000 150,000 28,485 1,000,000 *Transfer from the Transportation Trust Fund NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personalized License Plate - - - 236,545 300,000 - 536,545 Total Local Funds - - - 236,545 300,000 - 536,545 Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 1,537,382 - - 336,545 536,353 161,600 3,264,977

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Department of Labor DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Hearings and Appeals

Labor Relations

Apprenticeship and Training Youth Employment Workforce Investment Act Administration Occupational Safety and Health Worker’s Compensation Labor Statistics Business and Administration Planning, Research and Monitoring

General Fund Government Insurance Fund Casino Revenue Fund

Federal Funds ARRA Funds Departmental Indirect Cost Fund

$14,892,115

$7,346,887

$1,756,313 49.3% 11.8%

Appropriated Non-Appropriated

Funds Funds

58.1%

$108,459

$4,478,287 .7%

30.1% $335,000 $867,169 2.2% 5.8%

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Message from the Commissioner of the Department of Labor

The Virgin Islands Department of Labor (VIDOL) receives its authority pursuant to Titles 3, 24, 27 and 29 of the Virgin Islands Code, the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970 and other federal laws which require the development of an administrative structure to govern and enforce fair labor standards. These laws are designed to protect the people of the Virgin Islands from any threats to health, ethical values and general welfare. Executive Order 309-1989 defines the organizational structure of VIDOL and requires the following divisions/units: Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH); Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC); Division of Labor Relations (DLR); Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS); Division of Administration (DA); Hearings and Appeals Unit (HA); Planning, Research and Monitoring (PRM); Division of Job Service (DJS); Division of Training (DT); and Division of Unemployment Insurance (UI). VIDOL is a “service-oriented,” “regulatory,” and “social” organization.

VIDOL’s mission is to administer a system of effective programs and services designed to develop, protect and maintain a viable workforce. The strategic goals are to develop a talented workforce, to protect the workforce, and to provide responsive failsafe programs that support the workforce system and the Governor’s five (5) initiatives of Health, Public Safety, Education, Energy, and Economic Development.

The Department continues to work through the economic recession by “doing more with much less”. The human resource capital is starkly limited and it is a literal struggle to provide the services mandated to the people of Virgin Islands who look to the Department for relief. The locally funded programs such as the divisions of Labor Relations, Planning, Research and Monitoring and Hearings & Appeals continue to struggle for survival. The Hearing & Appeals Unit is especially hard hit due to increased filings of unemployment insurance appeals. Even federally funded programs are funded at lower levels since the recession; and at some point the local government may have to supplement federal dollars in order to continue to provide critical programs and services such as Unemployment Insurance, Job Service, Training, and Occupational Safety and Health.

Last year the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported July 2010 an unemployment rate in the Territory of eight (8) percent; with the island of St. Croix with an unemployment rate of nine point two percent (9.2%). By July 2011 St. Croix reported a dramatic increase 10.5 percent. This resulted in a need to continue to borrow federal funds to pay unemployment beneficiaries. Since 2008 an estimated $100 million in unemployment benefits were distributed. Since the initial filing of an unemployment insurance claim remains a manual process, it is with extreme difficulty that the limited Department of Labor staff completes the process in a timely manner. Additionally, staff must accommodate clients paid at three (3) different tiers of unemployment insurance. The team is applauded for their continued efforts. Also, the Stabilization Act of 2010, helped to increase the number of unemployment claims as discretionary spending in economy contracts and private employer lay-offs increase. It is expected that by September 2012 the Department will be forced to borrow $1.5 million per month to satisfy claims. On a national scale, the Unemployment Trust Fund is owed more than $41 billion and nearly a billion dollars in interest. The United States Congress and the Obama Administration have looked at several measures to lessen the burden of the loans.

To further aggravate economic conditions during Fiscal Year 2012, the HOVENSA Oil Refinery on the island of St. Croix closed. This event affect every man woman and child in the Territory and its full impact is yet undetermined. HOVENSA L.L.C. was not just the Territory’s largest employer; it also paid some of the highest wages to employees. The immediate impact of the closing outside of the loss of jobs was the automatic reduction of the median household income in the Virgin Islands; with significant reduction of those households that derived two or more incomes from the Refinery. It will also reduce the average wage in the Territory; HOVENSA was used as the driver for wages. As a consequence, wages plunged as the job market was flooded with new entrants. Notwithstanding, determined plans of action, the Department responded efficiently to dramatic increases in traffic anticipated as a result of the HOVENSA shutdown. The three R’s were used: Respond by assuring essential, social and monetary

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support for job losses. Retrain by providing access to retraining and educational resources. Re-employ by using all available resources to connect people to available jobs whether here or abroad.

The Department of Labor will ensure that the Territory is prepared to address all eventualities that falls under its mandate for Fiscal Year 2013.

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Department of Labor

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service, Regulatory, and Social

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Develop a talented workforce 2. Protect the workforce 3. Provide responsive failsafe programs that support the workforce system

Performance Goal(s): 1. Help inform, regulate and educate 2. Timely support to employees and employers 3. Increase the job placement rate through improved literacy and talent development 4. Align skill levels with job placements

Org 37020 Hearings & Appeals

Functional Statement The Hearings and Appeals Unit is mandated to adjudicate labor disputes and benefit appeals filed in the areas of Unemployment Insurance (UI), Employment Discrimination charges, Wage Claim findings and Wrongful Discharge (WD) complaints.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percentage of pre-hearing cases closed SG2/ 75% within 90 days PG1,2 Percentage of formal cases overruled (WD) SG2/ 0% based on total number adjudicated PG1,2 Percentage of unemployment insurance SG2/ (UI) cases resolved within 30 days on PG1,2 78% appeal

Org 37200 Labor Relations

Functional Statement Labor Relations provides services to the general public in the areas of compliance: Wrongful Discharge Intake; Wage and Hour Complaints; V.I. Fair Labor Standards, V.I. Private Sector Strikes; V. I. Discrimination Laws; the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Discrimination and Plant Closings.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of Monthly Outreach Activities SG1,2,3/ 12 PG1,2 Number of Discrimination Cases Closed in SG2,3/ 50 120 Days PG1,2 Number of organizations inspected that SG2,3/ 40 employ 10 or more employees PG1,2

Org 37210 Apprenticeship and Training

Functional Statement The Apprenticeship and Training Unit, pursuant to Chapter 10, Title 24 of V. I. Code develops, implements, certifies and monitors apprenticeships and on-the-job training programs throughout the Territory. This legislative mandate requires cooperation with private sector employers, the Department of Labor and the V .I. Government in the development of cooperative training opportunities in the trades and technical fields for residents.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of Apprenticeship programs SG1/ 2 PG3,4

Org 37220 Youth Employment

Functional Statement Youth Employment programs are designed to prepare youth for future careers. Programs offer assessment of academic and skill levels, identify employment goals, address employment barriers, train clients for life and vocational readiness, provide work experience and enhance computer literacy.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percentage of youth enrolled in programs who receive certificates after SG1/ 50% exiting the program based on the total PG1,3,4 number enrolled

Org 37230 Workforce Investment Act Administration

Functional Statement The Workforce Investment Act (WIA) administration is designed to provide the support staff and services necessary to complement federal dollars and to ensure that the requirements for limitation of Administrative Costs (WIA Regulations – 667-210) are not violated.

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Org 37400 Occupational Safety and Health

Functional Statement The Occupational Safety and Health Unit executes all mandated activities in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 and Title 24 of the Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 2, Occupational Safety and Health.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of government inspections SG2/ 85 conducted based on annual requirements PG1,2 Number consultation visits based on annual SG2/ 10 requirements PG1,2

Org 37500 Worker’s Compensation

Functional Statement Worker’s Compensation protects workers in the Territory in the event of work-related injuries and illnesses by providing medical and vocational rehabilitation, disability income and death benefits to heirs.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Average processing time for 1st check after SG2 15 paperwork PG1,2 days

Org 37700 Labor Statistics

Functional Statement The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is responsible for the collection, analysis and publication of statistics on wages, working hours, labor conditions, and cost of living increases. Further, BLS develops and implements technical systems and procedures to provide a comprehensive Labor Market Information Program that facilitates policy-planning and administration.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percentage distribution of BLS surveys to VI businesses for workforce data SG1/ 99% timelines and schedules PG1,2 Percentage data quality and completeness of standard BLS survey SG1/ 85% forms based on USDOL established PG1,2 timelines and schedules Percentage in compliance with USDOL timelines and schedules for entries of SG1/ 95% data into BLS database systems (filing) PG1,2

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Org 37800 Business & Administration

Functional Statement The Business and Administration Unit is responsible for providing financial support services to all divisions and activities within the Department. The Personnel Relations unit is designed to assist supervisors and directors in becoming more efficient and productive managers; the Unit assists in selecting and maintaining proper staffing for the Department.

Org 37810 Planning, Research & Monitoring

Functional Statement The Planning, Research and Monitoring Unit safeguards federal and local funding and ensure that programs administered by the Department of Labor adhere to federal and local guidelines. The PRM Unit has been teaming up with the Economic Development Commission (EDC) to monitor EDC beneficiaries. They also closely monitor training providers and programs to make certain clients receive the workforce training they deserve, and that providers are given the placement percentages proffered in their contracts.

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Department of Labor Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 2,714,241 2,535,105 2,246,243 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 824,058 914,896 685,932 Supplies 76,397 93,475 86,022 Other Svs. & Chgs. 2,153,486 1,392,248 1,324,685 Utilities 150,393 102,523 135,405 Total General Fund 5,918,575 5,038,247 4,478,287

Gov't Insurance Fund Personnel Services 924,421 1,332,705 1,016,569 Capital Outlays 5,896 - - Fringe Benefits 360,403 584,435 399,055 Supplies 37,667 77,477 59,532 Other Svs. & Chgs. 172,773 231,265 233,096 Utilities - 41,120 48,061 Total Gov't Ins. Fund 1,501,160 2,267,002 1,756,313

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 7,419,735 7,305,249 6,234,600

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS Local Funds Personnel Services 253,281 293,587 177,509 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 81,142 111,563 74,569 Supplies 790 15,000 28,981 Other Svs. & Chgs. 824,108 737,142 861,110 Utilities - - 60,000 Total Local Funds 1,159,321 1,157,292 1,202,169

ARRA Funds Personnel Services 78,903 - 88,800 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 15,808 - 19,659 Supplies 4,027 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 581,798 - - Utilities - - - Total ARRA Funds 680,536 - 108,459

Federal Funds Personnel Services 3,096,825 3,027,528 3,396,574 Capital Outlays 2,471 - - Fringe Benefits 1,063,368 944,680 1,021,622 Supplies 77,571 117,341 106,477 Other Svs. & Chgs. 2,123,252 2,727,561 2,745,214 Utilities 72,351 97,000 77,000 Total Federal Funds 6,435,838 6,914,110 7,346,887

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 8,275,695 8,071,402 8,657,515

GRAND TOTAL 15,695,430 15,376,651 14,892,115

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Department of Labor Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 37020 Hearings & Appeals 202,400 - 67,010 10,000 55,000 - 334,410 37200 Labor Relations 230,645 - 88,677 5,000 50,000 - 374,322 37210 Apprenticeship & Training - - - 2,500 12,500 - 15,000 37220 Youth Employment 642,037 - 97,174 19,000 250,000 - 1,008,211 37230 JTPA Administration 255,969 - 100,554 15,000 47,000 - 418,523 37400 Occupational Safety & Health Admin. 107,824 - 43,181 - - - 151,005 37500 Worker's Compensation ------37700 Labor Statistics 64,400 - 20,485 15,000 21,000 - 120,885 37800 Business & Administrative 669,241 - 241,733 19,522 889,185 135,405 1,955,086 37810 Planning, Research & Mon. 73,727 - 27,118 - - - 100,845 Total General Fund 2,246,243 - 685,932 86,022 1,324,685 135,405 4,478,287

Government Insurance Fund 37400 Labor-OSHA 158,945 - 52,839 10,140 82,632 10,560 315,116 37500 Workers' Compensation 857,624 - 346,216 49,392 150,464 37,501 1,441,197 Total Government Insurance Fund 1,016,569 - 399,055 59,532 233,096 48,061 1,756,313 NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS Local Funds 37220 Youth Employment 49,920 - 18,970 5,000 261,110 - 335,000 37800 Business & Administrative 127,589 - 55,599 23,981 600,000 60,000 867,169 Total Local Funds 177,509 - 74,569 28,981 861,110 60,000 1,202,169 ARRA Funds 88,800 - 19,659 - - - 108,459 Total ARRA Funds 88,800 - 19,659 - - - 108,459 Federal Funds 72150 Senior Community Service 877,769 - 105,288 6,641 20,777 - 1,010,475 37100 Employment Services 552,771 - 226,387 17,786 651,026 29,000 1,476,970 37200 Local Veterans 30,524 - 13,565 454 14,457 - 59,000 37252 Workforce Investment Act 707,341 - 202,353 25,529 1,005,160 6,000 1,946,383 37400 Occupational Safety & Health 69,000 - 20,942 12,750 99,408 - 202,100 37600 Unemployment Insurance Program 993,678 - 382,858 30,000 711,198 30,000 2,147,734 37700 Labor Statistics 165,491 - 70,229 13,317 243,188 12,000 504,225 Total Federal Funds 3,396,574 - 1,021,622 106,477 2,745,214 77,000 7,346,887 GRAND TOTAL 6,925,695 - 2,200,837 281,012 5,164,105 320,466 14,892,115

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Department of Labor* Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Union Arbitration Award Fund - LMC Lump Sum Expenses 184,875 165,000 175,000 Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Union Arbitration Award Fund 184,875 165,000 175,000

Union Arbitration Award Fund - PERB Lump Sum Expenses - - - Personnel Services 389,413 495,302 563,600 Capital Outlays 1,258 - 15,000 Fringe Benefits 168,830 168,947 183,270 Supplies 23,642 20,000 35,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 246,918 187,890 272,900 Utilities 15,173 25,000 36,600 Total Union Arbitration Award Fund 845,234 897,139 1,106,370

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 1,030,109 1,062,139 1,281,370

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON APPROPRIATED FUNDS - - -

GRAND TOTAL 1,030,109 1,062,139 1,281,370 *The Public Employees Relations Board (PERB) and the Labor Management Committee (LMC) are under DOL for administrative purposes.

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Department of Labor -9986 Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Lump Sum Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Expenses Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Union Arbitration Award Fund

V. I. Labor Mgmt Committee 175,000 - - - - - 175,000 Public Employee Relations Board 563,600 15,000 183,270 35,000 272,900 36,600 1,106,370 Total Local Fund 738,600 15,000 183,270 35,000 272,900 36,600 1,281,370

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Local Funds ------

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 738,600 15,000 183,270 35,000 272,900 36,600 1,281,370

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Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS

Boards and Commissions Office of the Commissioner Legal Unit Licensing Administrative and Business Management Consumer Weights and Measures

General Fund Consumer Protection Fund

$3,497,932

$400,000 11%

$3,097,932 Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds 89% Funds

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Message from the Commissioner of the Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs

The Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs (DLCA) is established under Virgin Islands Code Title 3 Chapter 16. It provides and administers consumer services and programs pursuant to the Consumer Protection Law of 1973 as set forth in the Code. DLCA also establishes, administers, coordinates and supervises the regulation and licensing of private businesses and professions as provided for in V.I.C. Title 27. More concisely, the mission of the Department is to issue business and professional licenses; assist, educate and protect consumers; and ensure that all businesses and persons comply with the licensing and consumer protection laws of the United States Virgin Islands.

The Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs was created to protect, represent, guide, advise and educate the public on issues affecting consumers. The Department is charged with enforcing all laws relating to unfair business practices, retail sales advertising, franchised businesses, weights and measures, and issues affecting consumers. The Department has further responsibility for the control of the granting, revoking, suspending and canceling of licenses, except when such powers are conferred on other agencies by law. Overall, the Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs must continue to enhance its delivery of service to consumers. A large portion of its effectiveness rests with its integration of technology and automation. As the DLCA’s online licensing system and website are enhanced; the Department will continue to improve service to customers.

To meet its mandates, DCLA continues to work towards its Strategic goals: (1) to ensure business and individuals are in compliance with licensing laws; (2) to educate consumers to protect them from unfair or deceptive trade practices; (3) to enforce licensing and consumer protection laws; (4) to ensure safe and reliable regulated industries; and (5) to increase operational effectiveness and efficiency. To meet its goals, the Department will focus on: (1) continuing to streamline its licensing process; (2) enhancing public education, awareness, and protection; (3) responding to consumer complaints in a timely manner; (4) enforcing all licensing and consumer protection laws; (5) developing a viable website to dispense pertinent information to consumers, and an online licensing/data base system to track issuance and status of business and professional licenses; and (7) remodel/renovate its St. Croix office to better serve the community. Each division within the Department is charged with developing and implementing sound fiscal and managerial practices that support the key strategic objective of ensuring compliance with the licensing and consumer protection laws of the Virgin Islands, while providing cost effective reliable service.

The human element at DLCA is undoubtedly the greatest strength of the Department. Team DLCA is comprised of staff members who not only posses a wealth of institutional knowledge but also individual senses of pride, determination and motivation. Employees are regularly charged with meeting additional work demands due to staff shortages.

The Department’s new online processing and database system is also of significant strength. It is continually evolving as developmental improvements/adjustments are constantly being made to make the entire Department web-based. It is an indispensable tool for DLCA to issue business/professional licenses in a timely manner, store and retrieve information at the touch of a button, track consumer complaints, divisional reporting, as well as, electronic interaction with other government agencies. Along with the database implementation, more technology will be used to provide staff and customers with better tools to make more efficient choices.

The Department anticipates the execution of various factors which will serve to improve the delivery of service to licensees and consumers. Continued implementation of the online system will allow state of the art access for licensees including the ability to log in and retain license information significantly reducing renewal application time and potential of errors. More community outreach will be performed to better educate consumers via the media or personal appearances by staff.

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Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs

Organizational Type: Service and Regulatory/Enforcement

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Ensure all businesses and individuals are licensed and are in compliance with licensing laws 2. Educate consumers to protect them from unfair or deceptive trade practices 3. Enforce licensing and consumer protection laws 4. Ensure safe and reliable regulated industries 5. Improve operational effectiveness and efficiency

Performance Goal(s): 1. Ensure that all businesses operating in the Territory are in compliance with the licensing and consumer laws of the U.S. Virgin Islands 2. Protect and represent consumers 3. Educate community to be informed and responsible consumers

Org 38000 Boards and Commissions

Functional Statement The Boards and Commissions Office provides administrative, budgetary and clerical assistance to nine (9) professional boards under the jurisdiction of the Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 2013 Projected Percentage of professional SG 5/ business licenses issued within 30 PG 1 50% days based on number of applications received

Org 38010 Office of the Commissioner

Functional Statement The Office of the Commissioner conducts overall planning and implementation of policies relating to consumer protection and awareness for the safety of the citizens of the U. S. Virgin Islands.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 2013 Projected Number of business compliance SG 1,3,4 1,000 inspections conducted /PG 1,2 Number of inspections performed SG 1,3,4 at business establishments /PG 1,2 1,500

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Org 38100 Licensing

Functional Statement The Division of Licensing is responsible for issuing business licenses in the Virgin Islands, collection of license fees, educating the public, and enforcement of all laws relating to such businesses, except when these powers are conferred on another agency or person by law.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 2013 Projected Percentage of business licenses SG 5/ issued within 7 days based on PG 1 75% number of applications received

Org 38500 Consumer Protection

Functional Statement The Consumer Protection Unit is responsible for development and implementation of community activities to inform the public, address consumer complaints and monitor businesses for compliance with consumer protection laws.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 2013 Projected Number of inspections performed SG 4/ 150 for price discrepancies PG 2 Percentage of consumer complaints SG 4/ resolved within 60 days based on PG 2 75 total amount received. Number of consumer/business SG 2/ 8 education initiatives conducted. PG 2,3

Org 38510 Weights and Measures

Functional Statement The Weights and Measures Unit is responsible for establishing measurement standards and for ensuring that all commercial weighing and measuring devices used in the Territory are accurate. It also enforces all laws and regulations pertaining to weights and measures such as food freshness, net contents of packaged goods, advertising practices and unit pricing.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 2013 Projected Number of inspections performed for SG 4/ 200 outdated products PG 2 Number of inspections performed on SG 4/ 80 weighing and measurement devices. PG 2

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Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 1,918,025 1,827,296 1,708,037 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 760,193 756,147 699,574 Supplies 34,658 62,000 48,170 Other Svs. & Chgs. 600,863 584,268 514,460 Utilities 109,570 109,328 127,691 Total General Fund 3,423,309 3,339,039 3,097,932

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 3,423,309 3,339,039 3,097,932

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - 40,000 40,000 Fringe Benefits 6,395 20,000 5,000 Supplies 66,460 66,000 59,400 Other Svs. & Chgs. 305,554 274,000 295,600 Utilities - - - Total Local Funds 378,409 400,000 400,000

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 378,409 400,000 400,000

GRAND TOTAL 3,801,718 3,739,039 3,497,932

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Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 38000 Boards & Commissions 182,100 - 68,379 - - - 250,479 38010 Adm & Bus Mgmt-Office of the Comm 233,480 - 82,573 - - - 316,053 38020 General Counsel 197,800 - 71,756 - - - 269,556 38100 Licensing 613,101 - 269,649 - - - 882,750 38400 Administration Bus. Management 148,223 - 57,595 48,170 514,460 127,691 896,139 38500 Consumer Affairs 209,128 - 87,182 - - - 296,310 38510 Weights & Measures 124,205 - 62,440 - - - 186,645 Total General Fund 1,708,037 - 699,574 48,170 514,460 127,691 3,097,932

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 38010 Office of the Commissioner 40,000 5,000 59,400 295,600 - 400,000 Total Local Funds - 40,000 5,000 59,400 295,600 - 400,000

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 1,708,037 40,000 704,574 107,570 810,060 127,691 3,497,932

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Public Services Commission

PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION

Public Services Commission Revolving Fund $1,563,367

Appropriated Funds $1,563,367 100%

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Message from the Executive Director of the Virgin Islands Public Services Commission

The mission of the Public Services Commission (PSC) is to ensure safe, reliable and adequate public utility service at fair and reasonable rates.

In order to achieve its goals, the PSC continues to focus on these actions:

 Regulate monopoly utilities to ensure rates and services are just, reasonable and non-discriminatory  Promote fairness among service providers  Resolve disputes between ratepayers and service providers  Protect utility consumers by ensuring public safety, reliability, and well-regulated public services  Educate utility consumers and distribute timely and essential information to the public  Deliver efficient customer service.  Ensure subscribers benefits of certified Life Line and Link UP discount programs where necessary and applicable  Work collaboratively with the Virgin Islands Energy Office to educate consumers on efficient, cost- reduction initiatives and programs

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is a regulatory agency with a board statutory mandate to ensure that all Virgin Islanders have access to reliable public utility services. The Commission addresses issues of consumer protection; renewable and alternative energy; telecommunications services; efficient provision of public marine transportation between the islands; reasonable solid waste and wastewater disposal user rates.

Pursuant to Virgin Islands law, the Commission is composed of nine (9) members. A total of seven (7) voting members are appointed by the Governor with legislative consent. The Senate President appoints two (2) non- voting senators to the Commission, representing both the St. Thomas/St. John District and the St. Croix District. Representation is split throughout the Territory with three (3) representatives on St. Thomas, three (3) on St. Croix and one (1) on St. John. The law also calls for an annual election by the members for the positions of chair and vice-chair. Unlike commissions in the United States, the Virgin Islands PSC members are not employees.

The Commissioners, Offices and Chair of PSC, supported by a motivated team, are committed to the best interests of utility ratepayers and to responsible regulation of utilities. The Executive Director, who is appointed by the Governor and approved by the Legislature, is responsible for the management and administration of PSC. Fourteen (14) full-time staff members support the Chair, Commissioners, and Offices of the Commission.

The Commission joins forces with telecommunication-carriers to protect ratepayers and retain Federal Universal Service Funding (USF) for the Territory. The PSC continues to work collaboratively with public agencies, including the Virgin Islands Energy Office (VIEO), Energy Development in Island Nations (EDIN), National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and the US Department of Energy initiatives. This collaboration takes place in support of the Governor’s “60% by 2025”, Fossil Fuel reduction project, as well as the U.S. Department of Environmental Protection “Fix a Leak” national campaign which promotes greater water conservation and efficiency by consumers.

In Fiscal Year 2013, the PSC will continue to fulfill its mission; serving the needs of utility ratepayers.

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Public Service Commission

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Regulatory, Policy

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Ensure safe, reliable and adequate public utility service at fair and reasonable rates

Performance Goal(s): 1. Regulate utilities to ensure that rates and services are just, reasonable and non-discriminatory 2. Promote fairness among service providers 3. Resolve disputes between ratepayers and service providers 4. Educate utility consumers and provide timely and essential information to the public 5. Provide efficient customer service

Org 38000 Public Service Commission

Functional Statement The Public Service Commission regulates the electric power service, water supply services, except retail deliveries; telephone service, public marine passenger transportation services operating under a government grant of exclusive franchise; cable television service, with limitations; and waste management services. It ensures that consumers receive safe and reliable utility service at reasonable rates and with the least adverse effect on the environment.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY13 Target Reduction of the resolution time SG1/ of complaints PG1,2,3,4,5 10 days Percent of complaints resolved SG1/ based on the total number PG1,3,5 90% received

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Public Services Commission Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund - - - Total General Fund - - -

Other Local Funds Public Svs. Commission Revolving Fund Personnel Services 803,162 780,393 788,700 Capital Outlays 60,100 129,500 23,100 Fringe Benefits 297,919 269,037 281,004 Supplies 31,627 38,900 36,800 Other Svs. & Chgs. 909,393 449,953 372,143 Utilities 40,828 58,260 61,620 Total Public Svs. Comm. 2,143,029 1,726,043 1,563,367

Total Other Local Funds 2,143,029 1,726,043 1,563,367

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 2,143,029 1,726,043 1,563,367

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS - - -

GRAND TOTAL 2,143,029 1,726,043 1,563,367

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Public Services Commission Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund ------Total General Fund ------

Public Services Comm. Rev. Fund 38000 Boards & Commissions 788,700 23,100 281,004 36,800 372,143 61,620 1,563,367 Total Public Services Comm. Rev. Fund 788,700 23,100 281,004 36,800 372,143 61,620 1,563,367

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Local Funds ------

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 788,700 23,100 281,004 36,800 372,143 61,620 1,563,367

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Taxicab Commission

TAXICAB COMMISSION

Taxi License Fund

$632,569

Appropriated Fund $632,569 100%

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Message from the Executive Director of the Virgin Islands Taxicab Commission

The Virgin Islands Taxicab Commission was re-established in 2007 by Act No. 6968 as a semi-autonomous agency comprised of a nine (9) member board appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Legislature of the Virgin Islands.

The Taxi License Fund is the sole funding source for this Agency. This Fund covers all personnel and operating expenses for the Agency throughout the Territory. Revenues for the Agency are derived from the issuance of business licenses, forms, publications, penalties, and citations.

The Virgin Islands Taxicab Commission is charged with the responsibility of regulating the automobile-for-hire industry which includes taxis, tour operators and limousines. In order to execute these responsibilities safely, the Agency must improve operational efficiency and effectiveness by educating industry operators and consumers. Achievement of organizational goals necessitate: a) updating the Rules and Regulations Handbook for all automobile-for-hire operators; and b) designing a professional development program for the benefit of all first- time industry operators and all other industry operators interested in service improvement. The Commission will concentrate on the enforcement of all rules and regulations through the implementation of a public education campaign; development of a viable database to track all automobile-for-hire medallion owners, automobile-for- hire operators, and registering automobiles for hire throughout the Territory.

The automobile-for-hire industry is a valuable and critical asset to the Territory’s number one industry, tourism, and to the local community. Periodic reviews of policy and procedures ensure a safe, reliable and regulated industry, as well as growth in revenue.

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Taxicab Commission

Organizational Type: Service/Enforcement

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Regulate the automobile for hire industry 2. Maintain operational effectiveness and efficiency

Performance Goal(s): 1. Ensure all businesses and individuals are licensed and in compliance 2. Ensure all monies collected are deposited into the Taxi License Fund 3. Launch the Professional Development Program for all new industry operators

Org 48000 Taxicab Commission

Functional Statement The Taxicab Commission oversees the operations of vehicles for hire through education, regulation and vigorous enforcement of laws, rules and regulations governing the taxicab industry.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target SG1,2/ Increase in revenues collected $523,212 PG1,2 SG1,2/ Number of citations issued 225 PG1,3

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Taxicab Commission Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund - - - Total General Fund - - -

Other Local Funds Taxi Cab Commission Fund Personnel Services 301,046 380,278 392,474 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 115,283 166,483 154,295 Supplies 15,615 24,500 29,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 54,593 72,881 56,800 Utilities - - - Total Taxi Cab Comm. 486,538 644,142 632,569

Total Other Local Funds 486,538 644,142 632,569

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 486,538 644,142 632,569

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS - - -

GRAND TOTAL 486,538 644,142 632,569

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Taxicab Commission Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund ------Total General Fund ------

Taxi License Fund 38000 Boards & Commissions 392,474 - 154,295 29,000 56,800 - 632,569 Total Taxi License Fund 392,474 - 154,295 29,000 56,800 - 632,569

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Local Funds ------

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 392,474 - 154,295 29,000 56,800 - 632,569

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Department of Finance

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE Office of the Commissioner Board of Tax Review Departmental Business Office Accounting Administration Accounts Payable

General Ledger and Federal Programs Unit

Treasury Director’s Office Revenue Collections Enforcement Disbursement Reconcilement and Audit Activity Center Government Insurance Fund Management Information System (Administration) System Administration Computer Operations Help Desk Payroll Reporting and Audit Assurance (Administration) Financial Reporting Internal Audit

General Fund Government Insurance Fund Indirect Cost Fund $8,496,786 $557,466 6%

$2,681,922 32% Appropriated Funds

$5,257,398 62%

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Message from the Commissioner of the Department of Finance

The Department of Finance (DOF) is guided by its mandate contained in Title 3, Section 177 of the Virgin Islands Code, from which it derives its mission; “to provide oversight of federal and local finances of the Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI)”. The Department has sixty eight (68) full time employees, fifty eight (58) on St. Thomas and ten (10) on St. Croix. The six primary Divisions of the Department are as follows:

1. Office of the Commissioner/Board of Tax Review/Business Office 2. Treasury Division 3. Accounting Division/Audit Assurance/Financial Reporting 4. Payroll Division 5. Management Information System 6. The Government Insurance Fund

In recognition and support of the (five) 5 focus points as the guideline of the groundwork for Fiscal Year 2013 and beyond: 1) Economic Development; 2) Public Safety; 3) Education; 4) Health; and 5) Energy, the remaining sixty- eight (68) employees are utilizing a significant percent of the tools and in-service training received over the past years, to subscribe to the maxim of, “doing more with less”. With the recent departure of sixteen (16) employees under the Virgin Islands Economic Stability Act (VIESA) and the necessary personnel reduction due to the existent economic crisis facing the Territory, the dedicated employees at the Department of Finance have embraced the “new normal” while fulfilling the expectation of its internal and external stakeholders.

With the passing of Fiscal Year 2011, the Department of Finance enjoyed a monumental achievement with the issuance of the Fiscal Year 2009 Audit in July 2011. This accomplishment, while in the throngs of impending drastic change to the fabric of the Department, has positively impacted the Government of the Virgin Island’s overall position in the financial market. The Department continues to work diligently to continue this trend by anticipating the release of the Fiscal Year 2010 Audit by or before the end the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2012, bringing the GVI ever closer to compliance with the two hundred and seventy (270) day timeline for the issuance of the A133 Single Audit. In addition, the pilot at the Department of Finance of the Standardized Time and Attendance System (STATS) on the heels of the issuance of the audit and its ongoing implementation during Fiscal Year 2012 continues to provide the GVI with process improvements that will bring the Government of the Virgin Islands in alignment with other states and territories relative to the accountability of personnel and related costs within the system of record, the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System.

While facing significant change during Fiscal Year 2012 and continuing into Fiscal Year 2013 and beyond, these accomplishments are bittersweet. The Department continues to improve efficiency and effectiveness, given the limited financial and human resources available to accomplish the outlined goals.

The dedicated, exemplary employees of the Department of Finance remain poised and ready to perform the duties and functions needed to keep the Department fully aligned in direct or indirect support of one or all of the five (5) focus points: 1) Economic Development; 2) Public Safety; 3) Education; 4) Health; and 5) Energy.

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Department of Finance

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service and Administrative

Strategic Goal(s): 1. To efficiently manage the use of federal and local finances of the Government of the Virgin Islands.

Performance Goal(s): 1. Provide timely and accurate financial information

Org 39000 Office of the Commissioner

Functional Statement The Office of the Commissioner develops and administers departmental policies; coordinates day-to-day operations; compiles the annual budget; and manages the personnel and labor relations activities of the department.

*The functions of this office are supported by the six (6) Divisions set forth below.

Org 39010 Board of Tax Review

Functional Statement The Board of Tax Review receives and processes appeals and resolves disputes from the Office of the Tax Assessor by conducting hearings for the Board’s consideration and determination.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG1/PG1 FY 13 Target No. of days of disposition of a valid SG1/ 90 appeal filed PG1

Org 39020 Departmental Business Office

Functional Statement The Departmental Business Office compiles the annual budget estimates; monitors appropriated and allotted funds; and processes personnel and payment documents.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG1/PG1 FY 13 Target Finalize processing of vendor invoice SG1/ 3 days for payment in the ERP PG1 Finalize processing of Personnel SG1/ 3 days Actions in the ERP PG1

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Org 39100 Accounting Administration

Functional Statement The Accounting Administration Unit administers and supervises the Accounting Activity Centers, including the Federal Programs Unit, which monitors and supports processing and disbursing federal grant funds obtained by the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG1/PG1 FY 13 Target Average time period to process SG1/ monthly Gross Receipt payments to PG1 10 IRB Average number of days to respond SG1/ 5 to ERP Telephone Inquiries PG1

Org 39110 Accounts Payable

Functional Statement The Accounts Payable Unit is responsible for pre-audit and data entry of all vendor payment documents, files, paid documents and researching inquiries from vendors.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG1/PG1 FY 13 Target Average number of days from department approval to Accounting SG1/ 4 Examiners approval and inclusion in PG1 the check run for disbursement. Percentage of rejection of API fixed SG1/ asset transactions without tracking 100% PG1 form attached.

Org 39120 General Ledger and Federal Programs Unit

Functional Statement The General Ledger Section administers appropriations and fund accounts; reports financial transactions of the Government from appropriate general ledgers; produces financial reports; prepares vendor payment documents for instrumentalities, interfund transfers and establishment of petty cash and imprest funds; and maintains records for bonded and long-term indebtedness. This Unit also assists with the preparation of the unaudited financial statements of the Government of the Virgin Islands.

The Federal Programs Section performs pre-audit functions and data entry of all vendor payments disbursed from federal funds. This Section also reconciles and monitors activities of all federal grants awarded to the Government of the Virgin Islands.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG1/PG1 FY 13 Target Average number of days to set up SG1/ federal grants when proper 5 PG1 documentation is received Average number of days to set up SG1/ local account codes after receiving 5 PG1 Legislative Act Number of days to process and SG1/ update budget PG1 5 Timely closing of Federal Grants SG1/ after end date of Grant (including 5 PG1 liquidation period) Preparation & Analyzing of SG1/ financial data to determine month 10 PG1 end balance.

Org 39200 Treasury Director’s Office

Functional Statement The Treasury Director’s Office administers and implements the Government’s cash management policies, manages the day-to-day operations and provides administrative support for all activities within the Treasury Division.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG1/PG1 FY 13 Target Number of days for batches and SG1/ 2 days Journals to be out-posted. PG1

Org 39220 Revenue Collections

Functional Statement The Revenue Collections Unit is responsible for timely and accurate collecting, depositing and reporting of revenues. This Section also administers fund transfers between the Federal Government and the Government of the Virgin Islands.

The function of the Revenue Collection division has been collapsed into the Treasury Director Office since the reassignment of personnel to the office of Lt. Governor and the resignation of the finance collector.

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Org 39250 Disbursement

Functional Statement The Disbursement Unit disseminates and mails all vendor payment checks.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG1/PG1 FY 13 Target Number of business days to SG1/ 1 disburse vendor checks. PG1

Org 39260 Reconcilement and Audit

Functional Statement The Reconcilement and Audit Unit reconciles and performs audits of revenue collection and banking transactions of the Government of the Virgin Islands. This Section also complies and issues revenue reports; certifies, trains and audits Government collectors; processes dishonored checks; processes affidavits for lost checks and affidavits for checks for deceased employees; maintains files of cancelled checks; and posts revenues to the Financial Management System (FMS) and the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG1/PG1 FY 13 Target Timeframe to reconcile bank accounts to the ERP and Financial SG1/ 30 days Management System (after month- PG1 end) Number of days to post returned checks, and forward to agencies for

collection. SG1/ 3 days Due date for monthly revenue PG1 reports is the10th day after month

end

Number of days to process affidavits SG1/ of lost checks. (of receipt) 15 days PG1

Org 39000 Government Insurance Fund

Functional Statement The Government Insurance Fund Section provides insurance coverage to employees with liabilities and ensures compensation for job accidents when employees are entitled to medical and vocational care, as well as restoring appropriate wages. This Section also administers an Uninsured Claims Fund to compensate for uninsured employer’s expenses.

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Key Perfor mance Indicator(s) SG1/PG1 FY 13 Target Percentage of insurance premiums SG1/ 5% receivable over 90 days. PG1

Org 39400/39410/39020/39030 Management Information System (Administration)

Functional Statement The Management Information System Administration oversees and maintains the safekeeping, training and functioning of the Government’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and its infrastructure. Functional support and post-processing services are provided to include, additional support to end-users issues, management of the helpdesk tracking system and coordination of training/workshops. The Division also provides maintenance support for all Department of Finance information technology resources.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percentage of MIS staff receiving 40 SG1/ 100% hours of training per year PG1 Percentage of Incidents (per 1000 SG1/ calls per quarter) resolved within 90% PG1 agreed response time (2hrs*) Percentage of customers satisfied SG1/ 95% (per quarter). PG1

*Average IT response time varies from 5 minutes to several hours/days; complex issues may take days to resolve. However, it is anticipated that most call will be successfully resolved within 2 hours.

Org 39410 Systems Administration

Functional Statement The Systems Administration Unit provides technical maintenance and support for the ERP application suite, core systems hardware and operating systems, its transport architecture and technical support for the ERP user community.

KPIs for this activity center have been merged, and are part of the composite measure for the Division, as stated above.

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Org 39420 Computer Operations

Functional Statement The Computer Operations Unit completes all ERP end-user processes. This Unit facilitates and resolves all user issues regarding the use and functionality of the ERP.

KPIs for this activity center have been merged, and are part of the composite measure for the Division as stated above.

Org 39430 Help Desk Services

Functional Statement The Help Desk Services Unit handles all post-processing services and provides first line support to users’ issues, in addition to managing the Help Desk Service Call-Tracking System and coordinating training workshops for end users.

The functions and activity for this unit have been merged with the other activity centers for the Division. The Measures of the Helpdesk also have been merged, and are reported as a composite measure for the Division as stated above.

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Department of Finance Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 3,239,005 2,913,541 2,372,297 Capital Outlays 64,889 28,000 6,000 Fringe Benefits 1,137,157 1,152,464 849,510 Supplies 169,686 134,215 287,723 Other Svs. & Chgs. 956,505 769,452 916,868 Utilities 733,143 750,000 825,000 Total General Funds 6,300,385 5,747,672 5,257,398

Government Ins. Fund Personnel Services 323,363 405,069 307,424 Capital Outlays 7,823 6,000 4,000 Fringe Benefits 126,644 158,132 125,468 Supplies 17,231 51,574 51,574 Other Svs. & Chgs. 76,320 54,000 49,000 Utilities 4,520 10,000 20,000 Total Government Ins. Fund 555,901 684,775 557,466

Indirect Cost Fund Personnel Services 189,400 227,632 133,297 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 73,138 90,098 48,625 Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 2,899,310 2,500,000 2,500,000 Utilities - - - Total Indirect Cost Fund 3,161,848 2,817,730 2,681,922

Internal Revenue Matching Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Internal Revenue Matching Fund - - -

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 10,018,134 9,250,177 8,496,786

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

ARRA Funds Personnel Services 124,316 - - Capital Outlays 496,165 - - Fringe Benefits 41,569 - - Supplies 808 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 243,148 - - Utilities - - - Total ARRA Funds 906,006 - -

Federal Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 42,973 - - Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 42,973 - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 948,979 - -

GRAND TOTAL 10,967,113 9,250,177 8,496,786

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Department of Finance Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund 39000 Office of the Commiss. 406,975 - 140,996 41,513 25,504 - 614,988 39010 Office of Tax Appeals 246,818 - 90,911 5,000 19,000 - 361,729 39020 Dept. Business Office 37,892 - 8,091 68,250 613,364 825,000 1,552,597 39100 Accounting - Administration 100,583 - 36,813 3,000 - - 140,396 39110 Pre-Audit Control/Res. 92,299 - 39,786 - - - 132,085 39120 General Ledger 131,868 - 56,717 - - - 188,585 39200 Director's Office 293,256 - 115,744 15,000 7,000 - 431,000 39250 Disbursement 36,512 - 13,121 3,000 83,500 - 136,133 39260 Reconcilement\Audit 185,553 - 65,941 15,000 - - 266,494 39400 Administration 156,758 3,000 49,143 96,860 32,000 - 337,761 39410 Systems & Programming 147,991 3,000 55,608 11,600 76,000 - 294,199 39420 Computer Operations 122,648 - 41,348 21,700 49,000 - 234,696 39430 Data Entry ------39500 Payroll Division 256,744 - 79,892 6,300 8,000 - 350,936 39600 Audit-Administration 156,400 - 55,399 500 3,500 - 215,799 39610 Financial Reporting ------39620 Internal Audit ------Total General Fund 2,372,297 6,000 849,510 287,723 916,868 825,000 5,257,398 Government Ins. Fund 39000 Office of the Commiss. 307,424 4,000 125,468 51,574 49,000 20,000 557,466 Total Government Ins. Fund 307,424 4,000 125,468 51,574 49,000 20,000 557,466 Indirect Cost Fund 39120 General Ledger 133,297 - 48,625 - 2,500,000 - 2,681,922 Total Indirect Cost Fund 133,297 - 48,625 - 2,500,000 - 2,681,922 NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS ARRA Funds ------Total ARRA Funds ------Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 2,813,018 10,000 1,023,603 339,297 3,465,868 845,000 8,496,786

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Department of Finance-390* Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Caribbean Basin Initiative Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 9,000,000 10,000,000 13,000,000 Utilities - - - Total Caribbean Basin Initiative 9,000,000 10,000,000 13,000,000

Interest Revenue Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,000,000 500,000 1,000,000 Utilities - - - Total Interest Revenue Fund 1,000,000 500,000 1,000,000

Internal Revenue Matching Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 11,589,000 37,160,000 47,100,000 Utilities - - - Total Internal Revenue Matching Fund 11,589,000 37,160,000 47,100,000

Transportation Trust Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 13,000,000 13,000,000 11,500,000 Utilities - - - Total Transportation Trust Fund 13,000,000 13,000,000 11,500,000

Interest Earned on Debt Service Reserve Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,500,000 4,000,000 3,500,000 Utilities - - - Total Interest Earned on Debt Service Reserve 1,500,000 4,000,000 3,500,000

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 36,089,000 64,660,000 76,100,000

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 45,000,000 25,000,000 13,500,000 Utilities - - - Total Local Funds 45,000,000 25,000,000 13,500,000 Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON APPROPRIATED FUNDS 45,000,000 25,000,000 13,500,000

GRAND TOTAL 81,089,000 89,660,000 89,600,000 *Finance is the custodian of these funds.

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Department of Finance-390 Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Fund 390 Finance Department Caribbean Basin Initiative - - - - 13,000,000 - 13,000,000 Interest Revenue Fund - - - - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 Internal Revenue Matching Fund - - - - 47,100,000 - 47,100,000 Transportation Trust Fund - - - - 11,500,000 - 11,500,000 Intest Earned on Debt Services Reserve - - - - 3,500,000 - 3,500,000 Total Local Fund - - - - 76,100,000 - 76,100,000

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 390 Insurance Guaranty Fund - - - - 13,500,000 - 13,500,000 Total Local Funds - - - - 13,500,000 - 13,500,000

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL - - - - 89,600,000 - 89,600,000

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Department of Property and Procurement DEPARTMENT OF

PROPERTY AND PROCUREMENT

Administration/Commissioner’s Office Fiscal and Personnel Services Purchasing Division Contract Administration Inventory Control and Sales Warehousing and Distribution Transportation-Administration Central Motor Pool Printing Production

Property Management

General Fund Business & Commercial Indierct Cost Fund

Central Warehouse Revol. Fund Central Motor Pool Revol. Fund Printing Production

$8,538,299

$2,053,237 $387,213 24% 5% $380,000 4.9% $850,000 8.9% Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds Funds

23%

$4,112,849 48% $755,000 9.2%

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Message from the Commissioner of the Department of Property and Procurement

The Department of Property and Procurement (P&P), formerly the Department of Insular Affairs, operates pursuant to Title 3 of the Virgin Islands coded Annotated Sections, 212-221, Title 31, Sections 151-169, Sections 231-251 and 281-283, and all other corresponding Virgin Islands Rules and Regulations.

The Department of Property and Procurement, is currently in its fourth year of operation under the Performance Based Budgeting PILOT Program (hereinafter “PPB PILOT”). The modifications that were made to the Department’s mission to administer a procurement system that is conducted efficiently, accurately, and fairly is proving to be very successful. In Fiscal Year 2012, the Division of Procurement with its reduction in staffing has continued to maintain the aggressive time lines for contract processing. Under the PPB PILOT the Department’s responsibilities in the areas of Property Management and Print Production, Warehousing and Supply Distribution, and Transportation Services were also redeveloped to realize efficiency, accuracy and transparency of service. As a result of the PPB PILOT, the Department is experiencing measurable performance based on the benefits of the realignment to our strategic goals and objectives which have revealed areas of strength as well as weakness that we are working to improve.

The Department is comprised of the following Offices and Divisions: Office of the Commissioner, which is comprised of two small units Fiscal and Personnel Services and Management Information Systems; the Division of Procurement and Central Stores & Warehousing, the Division of Property and Printing, and Division of Transportation. We are widely recognized as the local Government’s General Service Administration (GSA), each unit is responsible for continuously raising the quality and efficiency level of the services we provide. Accordingly, in addition to providing leadership, the Office of the Commissioner makes certain that all duties and policies relative to the Department are administered.

Implementation of the Bids & Quotes and Contract Management modules is complete however, due to an erroneous workflow set up, the department is unable to process work in the current modules. The Department has been working with Munis to resolve the workflow issues and are hopeful that it will be corrected in the third quarter.

The Division of Procurement has seen a notable decrease in The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) contracts as the grants are coming to a close. The majority of the new ARRA procurements are in the area of health and human services as well as public safety, which supports the Administration’s core focus areas. In Fiscal Year 2013, the Department plans to relocate the St. Croix Central Store to the vacant lot adjacent to the Estate Richmond office. There is funding identified to erect the steel frame building that was purchased and received at the beginning of Fiscal Year 2012.

The Division of Property and Printing is currently working on finalizing its manual that will contain detailed procedures for processing fixed assets as well as updates for the Division in property management and insurance. Last fiscal year, the Business and Commercial Account was successfully reconciled in August of 2011. The suspension of expenditure under the account has been lifted. Therefore, all projects that were on hold such as the window replacements at the main building in St. Thomas are underway and the construction of a generator room to house the generator that was purchased for the main building in St. Croix.

The Print Shop acquired a second IGEN4 during last quarter of 2011 which went online this fiscal year. It is anticipated that this will streamline the turnaround time on print jobs as the Print Shop has successfully recapture the print jobs for the central government departments and agencies. As a result, the overhead expenditures for the Print Shop have been significantly reduced.

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Fleetmate went live for the St. Croix District in August of 2011. The results of having the entire government fleet online are a tremendous accomplishment that has positively impacted the division for Fiscal Year 2012. As a result, the Division of Transportation has started tracking the fuel usage by vehicle since October 1st, 2011. At the start of fiscal year 2013, the department will have a year’s worth of data to analyze and properly forecast where cuts are needed and identify abuses to the gasoline coupon program. The reduction in the government fleet that was to occur in fiscal year 2011 did not materialize; however, the departments and agencies complied with the request for vehicle reduction in their fleets during January and February 2012; thus, realizing a reduction on 15% in the vehicle fleet. There will be an additional reduction of 15% prior to the close of this fiscal year as well as another reduction of 15% in Fiscal Year 2013.

Fiscal Year 2011 was a difficult year with the budgetary cuts, loss of employees due to the “Economic Stability Act Of 2011” coupled with the reduction in staffing based on financial constraints. Despite the turbulent financial year end for Fiscal Year 2011 and the continued cuts this fiscal year, the Department is continuing to achieve its overall strategic goals and objective without compromising our service to departments, agencies and the public.

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Department of Property and Procurement

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Administer a fair, efficient and effective procurement system 2. Provide reliable and quality services 3. Provide the best value for government, departments, agencies and taxpayers

Performance Goal(s): 1. Improve the procurement process 2. Promote operational effectiveness 3. Reduce the cost of goods and services

Org 60010 Fiscal & Personnel Services

Functional Statement The Fiscal and Personnel Services Unit serves as the Department’s guide in the areas of Finance and Personnel. This activity center acts as a support arm to all other divisions within the Department of Property and Procurement to ensure that all financial and personnel needs and services are met in accordance with the department’s mandates.

SG/ FY 13 Key Performance Indicators PG Target Average number of SG/1 1 day turnaround days for PG/1 processing of payment

invoices

Org 60100 Purchasing Division

Functional Statement The Purchasing Division contracts for the acquisition of materials, supplies, equipment and services through the most economical methods.

SG/ FY 13 Key Performance Indicators PG Target Cycle time for processing SG1/ 3 days

professional service PG1 contracts Cycle time for processing SG1/ 4 days construction contracts PG1 Percent of deficient SG1/ 50% professional services PG1 contracts received from user agencies 242

Org 60120 Contract Administration

Functional Statement The Contract Administration Unit oversees the contracting process, from the formation of a properly negotiated and executed contract, to project completion. All discrepancies, claims, and contractual disputes are resolved in this Division.

SG/ FY 13 Key Performance Indicators PG Target Percentage of bidders SG1/ 80% accessing on-line information PG2 Percentage of bids received SG2/ 95% through competitive bidding PG3

Org 60220 Inventory Control and Sales

Functional Statement The Inventory Control and Sales Unit oversee all warehousing operations of the Government of the Virgin Islands in accordance with Title 31, Section 244, VIC. This unit purchases at a bulk rate and stores equipment and supplies for resale to other V.I. Government Departments and Agencies. SG/ FY 13 Key Performance Indicators PG Target Percent increase in revenues SG1/ 2% due to increase in sales PG1 volume Percent of inventory SG2/ 95% purchased on-line by PG3 government agencies

Org 60230 Warehousing and Distribution

Functional Statement The Warehouse and Distribution Unit is responsible for the warehousing and maintenance of all supplies, materials, and equipment for the Government of the Virgin Islands.

SG/ FY 13 Key Performance Indicators PG Target Stock Rate SG1/PG1 2%

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Org 60300 Transportation-Administration

Functional Statement The Transportation Unit supervises the operations of Motor Pool facilities in the Territory, which includes the acquisition, assignment, disposal, identification, maintenance, repair and storage of all vehicles.

SG/ FY 13 Key Performance Indicators PG Target Percent of spare parts SG1/ 50% inventory on hand at all PG3 times

Org: 60310 Central Motorpool

Functional Statement The Central Motor Pool oversees the automotive functions of the V.I. Government’s motor pool, which includes repairing, maintaining, storing and refueling all motor vehicles within the Executive Branch.

SG/ FY 13 Key Performance Indicators PG Target Percent of fleet out of SG1/ 10% maintenance cycle PG2 Percent of fleet in SG2/ 80% preventative maintenance PG2 cycle

Org 60410 Printing Production

Functional Statement The Printing Production Unit provides the central printing and duplicating services for the Executive Branch. It designs prescribed forms, stationery and other printed materials, pursuant to Title 31, Section 232 (5) of the V.I. Code.

SG/ FY 13 Key Performance Indicators PG Target Percent of increase in SG1/ 20% revenues PG1 Average turn-around time for SG2/ 3 days printing jobs PG2

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Org 60540 Property Management

Functional Statement The Property Management Unit manages all property leased by the Government of the Virgin Islands to non- government tenants, and administers the Comprehensive Risk Management Program.

SG/ FY 13 Key Performance Indicators PG Target Percent of revenue from the SG1/ 20% collection of total lease PG1 rentals Number of inspections for SG2/ 3 days real property PG2 Number of inspections for SG1/ 150 fixed assets PG3 Inspections of real property SG2/ 400 PG2 Reduction in delinquent SG2/ 5 notices PG3 Percent of tenant files SG3/ 90% reviewed and updated PG1

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Department of Property and Procurement Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 2,963,232 3,008,925 2,100,400 Capital Outlays 24,880 - - Fringe Benefits 1,091,874 1,086,253 791,149 Supplies 19,714 24,712 150,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 362,317 264,537 665,443 Utilities 132,443 242,689 405,857 Total General Fund 4,594,460 4,627,116 4,112,849

Bus. & Com. Prop. Fund* Personnel Services 814,906 1,041,242 895,001 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 445,533 447,402 363,868 Supplies - 100,000 100,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 305,594 175,000 594,368 Utilities 603,078 100,000 100,000 Total Bus. & Comm. Prop. 2,169,111 1,863,644 2,053,237

Indirect Cost Fund Personnel Services 145,345 178,637 277,042 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 57,091 70,272 110,171 Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Indirect Cost Fund 202,436 248,909 387,213

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 6,966,007 6,739,669 6,553,299

NON APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays 32,780 25,000 - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 1,031,778 1,083,638 900,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 942,231 1,026,995 1,050,000 Utilities - - 35,000 Total Local Funds 2,006,789 2,135,633 1,985,000

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 2,006,789 2,135,633 1,985,000

GRAND TOTAL 8,972,796 8,875,302 8,538,299 *FY2011 Actuals adjusted to remove prior year obligations

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Department of Property and Procurement Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund 60000 Administration 942,658 - 328,499 150,000 665,443 405,857 2,492,457 60010 Fiscal/Personnel 110,930 - 40,763 - - - 151,693 60100 Purchasing 109,108 - 49,905 - - - 159,013 60120 Contract Administration 107,557 - 35,669 - - - 143,226 60220 Invent. Control & Sales ------60230 Warehouse & Dist. 231,966 - 89,464 - - - 321,430 60300 Administration 87,633 - 33,816 - - - 121,449 60310 Central Motor Pool 281,093 - 109,308 - - - 390,401 60320 Central Mail Svs. 42,525 - 22,471 - - - 64,996 60410 Printing Prod. 186,930 - 81,254 - - - 268,184 Total General Fund 2,100,400 - 791,149 150,000 665,443 405,857 4,112,849 Bus. & Com. Prop. Rev. Fund 60000 Administration 199,697 - 77,847 100,000 594,368 100,000 1,071,912 60540 Property Mgmt. 695,304 - 286,021 - - - 981,325 Total Bus & Com. Prop. Fund 895,001 - 363,868 100,000 594,368 100,000 2,053,237

Indirect Cost Fund 60120 Contract Administration 250,216 - 99,136 - - - 349,352 60540 Property Management 26,826 - 11,035 - - - 37,861 Total Indirect Cost Fund 277,042 - 110,171 - - - 387,213 NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 60230 Warehouse & Dist. - - - 650,000 100,000 5,000 755,000 60310 Central Motor Pool - - - 200,000 150,000 30,000 380,000 60410 Printing Production - - - 50,000 800,000 - 850,000 Total Local Funds - - - 900,000 1,050,000 35,000 1,985,000

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 3,272,443 - 1,265,188 1,150,000 2,309,811 540,857 8,538,299

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Department of Agriculture DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Administration Agriculture Development Horticulture Heavy Equipment Building and Grounds Maintenance Forestry Water and Soil Conservation Abattoir Veterinary Health Marketing

General Fund Agriculture Revolving Fund Federal Fund

$3,066,354

$270,000

9% $2,541,354 83%

Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds Funds 17%

$255,000 8%

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Message from the Commissioner of the Department of Agriculture

The Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture (VIDOA) was created pursuant to Title 3, Chapter 17, Section 291. Act No. 5265 repealed this Section and established the Department of Economic Development and Agriculture (ED&A). In 1995 Act No. 5265, as amended by Act No. 6070, abolished the Department of Economic Development and Agriculture and created two separate entities, the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Tourism. The Department’s mission is to develop, support, and promote an economically profitable agricultural industry in the U.S. Virgin Islands while protecting consumers and the environment.

The VIDOA is structured to provide basic agricultural services and technical support to the Territory’s farming community. The Department’s primary responsibilities are a) expand agricultural activities for the production and marketing of agricultural commodities ; b) to enforce environmental protection laws as they pertain to land, water, and soil; and c) to enforce regulatory practices as they relate to veterinary services.

The VIDOA is extremely proud of its partnerships and accomplishments for Fiscal Year 2011 to advance the agricultural industry throughout the Territory. These accomplishments focused on promoting agricultural education among the youth, infrastructural improvement, advancing the Virgin Fresh marketing campaign, identifying and acquiring supplemental funding for project initiatives, and encouraging the formation of farmers’ organizations.

The Department of Agriculture received funding from the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service to implement the Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program for the first time in the Territory. This groundbreaking achievement is an economic win–win situation for Virgin Islands farmers and clientele of the Women Infants and Children (WIC) program. As a result of this grant award the Agency in partnership with the Department of Health’s WIC program has created an opportunity for certified WIC participants to purchase locally grown fruits and vegetables at farmers’ markets. This new grant award represents additional revenue for the Territory, supplemental funding for WIC clientele and income for local farmers. Another primary goal of this initiative is to improve community health through the increased consumption of fresh agricultural products.

The Estate Bordeaux Farmers’ Market Project is an important improvement initiative to construct a model facility for the sale of agricultural products and by products. During the previous year the VIDOA successfully acquired additional grant funding from the Community Development Block Grant Program which covered costs associated with phase I of the market facility. The project was launched with a ground breaking ceremony to commence the construction of a 60,000 gallon cistern. The economic growth potential of this project is expected to be beneficial.

In calendar year 2011 the VIDOA continued to encourage youth involvement in the industry of agriculture through its Young Agricultural Professionals Training Program. As a part of this effort and its partnership with Fort Valley State University (FVSU) in Georgia the DOA issued a request for applications from Young Virgin Islanders with an interest in pursuing studies in agricultural science. A full four year academic scholarship was awarded by FVSU to the successful student to commence studies in Spring 2012.

The Virgin Fresh Marketing Campaign represents an on-going effort to develop and promote a brand identity for locally produced agricultural products and by products. The goal is to encourage increased production by farmers and increased sales through the creation of various marketing initiatives. This strategy is designed to foster increased awareness (and purchase advantage) among residents and visitors

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regarding the importance and value of “buying local”. Promotional strategies for the campaign for the campaign included the staging of farmers market activities, including those held during National Agriculture Week and National Farmers’ Market Week. The VIDOA also hosted the first Virgin Fresh Beekeepers’ Buzzaar in both districts which featured honey and a wide array of by-products from beekeepers such as beeswax candles, soaps, lip balms, pollen, honey/hot pepper sauces, and honey wines (mead).

During Fiscal Year 2013 the VIDOA and partners look forward to continuing initiatives to nurture youth involvement in the agricultural industry, encourage the formation of farmers’ organizations, and promote the Virgin Fresh Marketing campaign. The need for infrastructural development and maintenance is on-going. During the up-coming year the

VIDOA will continue to maintain its facilities to support production and marketing, including water storage units, (cisterns, tanks, ponds), water distribution lines, pumps, farmers’ markets, etc. Phase II of the Estate Bordeaux Farmers’ Market project is planned for completion during FY 2013; this will include a pavilion or vending area and a dining deck above the cistern.

Current challenges and constraints include limited financial resources to maintain current initiatives and commence new projects; other related challenges include staff shortages. These constraints are anticipated to continue in Fiscal Year 2013. The proposed budget for the VIDOA during Fiscal Year 2013 falls short of the total financial needs of the Agency. However, the staff of the Department of Agriculture is determined to pursue the goals for Fiscal Year 2013 through strategic planning, forging effective partnerships and by seeking supplemental funding through local and federal grant opportunities.

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Department Of Agriculture

Organizational Type: Service, Regulatory and Enforcement

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Sustain farmers’ outreach initiatives 2. Increase and maintain infrastructure 3. Healthy community 4. Agriculture-based business

Performance Goal(s): 1. Develop and strengthen local, regional, national and international networks 2. Promote the preservation and conservation of farmland, forested areas and natural resources 3. Promote the benefits of locally produced agricultural products 4. Encourage agriculture-based business enterprises

Org 83000 Administration

Functional Statement The Administration Division is charged with the responsibility of providing a wide range of support services, including fiscal and general administrative services, employee and management services, and information processing services. It also assists Department’s managers in delivering essential programs and services to the Territory’s agricultural industry and non-farm constituents.

The Administration Division headed by the Director of Administration and Management serves as the human resources arm of the Department, handles all revenue collections and disbursement of funds at the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture. This Division is also responsible for the monitoring of the land leases, and the acceptance of job orders to be performed by the Agricultural Development division.

Org 83010 Agriculture Division

Functional Statement The Agriculture Development Division provides land preparation services such as plowing, harrowing, banking, bulldozing, grass and brush cutting, and hay production. It also assists local farmers in food production.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 2013 Target

Number of acres cleared for farming SG 2,4/ 550 PG 2,3 Number of acres prepared for farming (grass-cutting, ploughing, harrowing, tilling) SG 2,4/ 550 PG 2,3 Number of gallons of water distributed to SG 1,4/ farmers (from tanks, from ponds, truck delivery) PG 2,3 10,000,000

Number of completed infrastructure projects SG 2/ 25 (roads, water tanks, wells, piping) PG 1,2,3

Org 83020 Horticulture

Functional Statement The Horticulture Division is responsible for providing technical advice, seedlings, seeds, saplings, fruit trees to the farming public.

Key Performances Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 2013 Target Number of vegetable seedlings sold or donated SG 4/ PG 3 250,000

Number of fruit trees propagated SG 4/ PG 3 4,225 Number of educational and technical contacts SG 1,3,4/ PG 2,3 650 Number of workshops conducted SG 1,3,4/ PG 3 3

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Org 83020 Heavy Equipment Maintenance

Functional Statement The Heavy Equipment Unit is responsible for the maintenance of automotive and heavy equipment used in the preparation of land for farmers.

The Heavy Equipment Maintenance Unit runs the garage house on the grounds of the Department. The Unit consists of a supervisor and his staff of mechanics, welders and tire-repair personnel who respond in a timely manner to mechanical problems that occur in the field during operations of the heavy equipment in the process of land clearing and/or preparation. The Unit plays a vital role and eliminates delays in getting farmers’ land prepared or in hay production for local farmers. All equipment used in bulldozing, grass cutting, plowing, harrowing, banking, posthole digging, raking, tilling, hay baling, and water delivery to farmers is serviced and maintained by the Unit.

Org 831000 Building and Grounds Maintenance

Functional Statement Building and Grounds Maintenance provides general maintenance to all buildings, physical plants and grounds occupied by the Department.

The Building and Grounds Unit maintains the grounds occupied by the VI Department of Agriculture to include, but not limited to, grass-cutting, pruning of trees/shrubbery. The buildings (garage, abattoir, etc.) are all maintained by the staff of the Buildings and Grounds Unit. In addition, the Unit maintains the Farmers’ Markets in Estate La Reine, Frederiksted and Christiansted. Plumbing installations and repairs on the grounds and in the Community Garden are conducted by the Building and Grounds Unit. The installations and repairs are very significant phases in the water distribution program as the lack of water for farmers is a major limiting factor to food production efforts.

Org 83100 Forestry, Water and Soil Conservation

Functional Statement The Forestry Division and Water and Soil Conservation Unit are both concerned with preserving and conserving natural resources. The Forestry Division manages private forested lands and works with local organizations to promote urban forestry divisions. The Water and Soil Conservation Unit provides assistance in pond construction and renovation to provide water for farming activities.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 2013 Target Number of new and revised forest stewardship SG 1/ plans approved PG 2 8 Number of contacts provided forestry SG 1,3,4/ assistance (educational, technical, and/or financial) PG 1,2 60 Average number of days to provide pond SG 1,3,4/ assessments PG 2 25

Org 83200 Abattoir Services Division

Functional Statement The Abattoir Division protects the consumers’ right to wholesome meat products through slaughtering activities under the supervision of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS).

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 2013 Target Number of USDA/FSIS violations SG 1,3,4/ 2 PG 3

Org 83210 Veterinary Services

Functional Statement The Veterinary Services Division was established to safeguard the Virgin Islands from any animal disease outbreaks by providing animal health care to livestock farmers at a minimum cost.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 2013 Target SG 3/ Number of animals identified (tagged and/or inspected) PG 3 12,500

SG 1,3/

Number of farmers served PG 3,4 660

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Department of Agriculture Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 1,978,991 1,880,829 1,639,286 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 874,537 846,414 750,234 Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 94,749 - - Utilities 124,970 131,880 151,834 Total General Fund 3,073,246 2,859,123 2,541,354

Internal Revenue Matching Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Capital Outlays - - - Total Internal Revenue Matching Fund - - -

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 3,073,246 2,859,123 2,541,354

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS Local Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays 17,310 - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 120,983 32,037 80,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 348,700 206,749 175,000 Utilities - - - Total Local Funds 486,993 238,786 255,000

Federal Funds Personnel Services 44,411 41,731 41,730 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 18,661 17,961 17,942 Supplies 14,265 32,409 19,764 Other Svs. & Chgs. 368,293 417,626 190,564 Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 445,630 509,728 270,000

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 932,623 748,514 525,000

GRAND TOTAL 4,005,869 3,607,637 3,066,354

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Department of Agriculture Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 83000 Administration 465,384 - 182,167 - - 151,834 799,385 83010 Agricultural Development 234,249 - 113,904 - - - 348,153 83020 Horticulture 259,995 - 133,320 - - - 393,315 83030 Heavy Equipment 91,575 - 35,973 - - - 127,548 83040 Building & Ground Maint. 21,477 - 13,049 - - - 34,526 83100 Forestry\Water & Soil Cons. 106,641 - 57,414 - - - 164,055 83200 Abbatoir 352,814 - 167,713 - - - 520,527 83210 Veterinary Health 107,151 - 46,694 - - - 153,845 Total General Fund 1,639,286 - 750,234 - - 151,834 2,541,354 NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Agricultural Revolving Fund 83010 Agricultural Development - - - 80,000 175,000 - 255,000 Total Local Funds - - - 80,000 175,000 - 255,000

Federal Funds 83100 Administration EDA 41,730 - 17,942 19,764 190,564 - 270,000 Total Federal Funds 41,730 - 17,942 19,764 190,564 - 270,000 GRAND TOTAL 1,681,016 - 768,176 99,764 365,564 151,834 3,066,354

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PUBLIC SAFETY

Bureau of Corrections

Virgin Islands Fire Services

Virgin Islands Police Department

Department of Planning and Natural Resources

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Bureau of Corrections BUREAU OF CORRECTIONS

Administration Administrative Services Institutional Facilities STT/STX Health Services STT/STX Program & Treatment STT/STX

General Fund Federal Funds

$26,196,230

$400,000 2% $25,796,230 98% Appropriated Funds Non-Appropriated Funds

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Message from the Director of the Bureau of Corrections

On October 1, 2009 the Virgin Islands Bureau of Corrections (BOC) became an independent stand-alone agency. The BOC is consists of three facilities; to include the Golden Grove Adult Correctional Facility (GGACF) on the island of St. Croix and the Alexander A. Farrelly Criminal Justice Complex (CIC) and the Alva A. Swan Correctional Annex (the Annex) on the island of St. Thomas.

The Bureau of Corrections continues to operate under two (2) federal consent decrees imposed on the Territory in 1986 at the GGACF on St. Croix and in 1994 at the CIC/Annex on St. Thomas. Both consent decrees address conditions of confinement including infrastructure, security, medical, mental and dental health services as well as other mandates on other programs and services.

The BOC is faced with many challenges. The aging infrastructure requires increased capital resources to maintain. The physical plant is in constant use 24 hours per day, seven (7) days a week by 500 offenders as well as an approximate 300 staff members, visitors and vendors. All of the facilities major systems required vital repairs; and current environmental conditions are expected to reduce normal life expectancy of repairs to one half. The constant use continues to require higher maintenance costs for all components.

The Bureau of Corrections needs an approximate $38 million for the construction of a 100 bed prison on the island of St. Thomas to replace the jail located at the Alexander A. Farrelly Criminal Justice Complex. The Consent Decree requires upgrades to facility. Current analysis indicates the upgrades/repairs needed are not cost effective and will require an outlay of exorbitant amounts to maintain the aging infrastructure. Additionally, there is a need to increase the current capacity to meet growing demand. In addition, there is a growing need to ensure the safety and welfare of the community; its residents and visitors alike. The Criminal Justice Complex is located in the heart of Downtown St. Thomas; and the present location permeates a hazard and a safety issue.

Health offenders who arrive at the correctional facilities bring with them of host of concerns in the areas of medical, dental and mental health. The chronic disease presentations include diabetes, hypertension, renal failure, coronary and mental health challenges. As a result, health and medication costs continue to skyrocket as the Bureau struggles to address the extraordinary health issues as well as maintain preventative healthcare standards.

An additional disincentive to consent decree compliance is the inability of the Bureau to recruit, test, interview and hires potential candidates for Correction Officer positions which negatively impacts overtime costs.

Despite the disincentives, the Bureau of Corrections made major strides in meeting consent decree initiatives. The construction of the new warehouse was completed, which provides a training center and additional office space. Renovations to all facilities were made to include the installation of new locks, manho les, cameras, computers, ventilation equipment, air condition systems and upgraded cells. A prison chapel was established at the Golden Grove Adult Correctional facility.

Equipment purchases included radios and stab vests for correctional officers and supervisors; two generators for the medical area and the warehouse and furnishings for the Education and Training Center. In line with these improvements was the purchase of land for a proposed building site on the island of St. Thomas.

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Overall operations have improved with the hire of critical staff for medical services, maintenance services and correctional posts and began full operation of the Internal Affairs Division. The Bureau established a case management protocol for sentenced inmates, was able to increase the interagency inmate labor force and provide full service dental care for inmates.

The Bureau of Corrections looks forward to a successful Fiscal Year 2013 as well as significant movement towards meeting all consent decree requirements.

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Bureau of Corrections

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service, Enforcement, and Social

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Constantly improve security through employment of correctional best practices 2. Provide positive opportunities for successful re-entry of inmate into the community 3. Meet all constitutional standards for correctional institutions in order to extinguish existing consent decrees 4. Improve and maintain institutional infrastructures

Performance Goal(s): 1. Provide maximum strength of Correctional Officers force 2. Promote operational effectiveness 3. Foster and promote positive change in inmate behavior 4. Meet and maintain minimum standard rules for treatment of offenders 5. Provide access to health care. 6. Promote healthy living habits 7. Provide referrals beyond the Bureau’s available resources 8. Promote programs that reduce the recidivism rate of offenders 9. Increase academic grade levels of inmates 10. Assure offenders’ constitutional rights

Org 15000 Office of the Director - Administration

Functional Statement The Office of the Director manages and administers the policies, rules and regulations of the Bureau; and obtain necessary personnel, equipment, training, funding and other resources to promote efficient operations of the Bureau.

With increased levels of detainee intake and co-incidental reduction in operating resources, the ability to provide standard levels of care remains a challenge for Bureau. The Bureau however, continues to pursue other sources of funding in order to meeting the ever increasing financial demands to maintain successful operations.

Org 15100 Operations – Administrative Services

Functional Statement The Operations Division is responsible for all human resources processes, payroll, property and fiscal functions and the provision of administrative support to Bureau operations

Our most valuable assets are our employees and in Fiscal Year 2013 for the Administrative Services Division are to standardize and improve our processes in procurement, human resources & employment development.

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Org 15200 Institutional - Institutional Facilities

Functional Statement The Institutional Facilities Division is responsible to protect society through the provision of a controlled, secure, safe, productive and rehabilitative environment for inmates and detainees assigned to custody.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Reduction in the number of SG1/ 3% inmate assaults PG1,2,10 Reduction in the number of SG1/ 1% attempted escapes PG1,2,10 Reduction in the number of SG3/ 5% institutional rules violations PG3,6,10

Org 15210 Institutional - Health Services

Functional Statement The Institutional Health Services Division provides limited medical, dental and mental health services to inmates and detainees assigned to custody.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Increase in medical contact rate SG3/ 20% PG5,6,7,10 Increase in dental contact rate SG3/ 12% PG5,6,7,10 Increase in mental health SG3/ 12% contact rate PG5,6,7,10

Org 15220 Institutional - Program & Treatment

Functional Statement The Division of Institutional Program and Treatment maintains and oversees programs that enhance the successful re-entry of inmates into society.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Increase number of offenders SG2/ 5% completing academic program PG2,4,7,9,10 Increase number of offenders SG2/ 5% completing vocational program PG2,4,7,9,10 Increase number of offenders SG2/ 15% completing life skills program PG2,4,7,9,10

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Bureau of Corrections Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 14,550,369 11,433,579 12,441,298 Capital Outlays 188,635 - 500,000 Fringe Benefits 4,398,012 4,911,587 4,958,993 Supplies 2,061,959 1,696,814 1,475,656 Other Svs. & Chgs. 6,460,400 5,454,251 5,120,283 Utilities 2,063,717 1,800,000 1,300,000 Total General Fund 29,723,092 25,296,231 25,796,230

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 29,723,092 25,296,231 25,796,230

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - 150,000 Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 91,037 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 110,720 112,202 250,000 Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 201,757 112,202 400,000

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 201,757 112,202 400,000

GRAND TOTAL 29,924,849 25,408,433 26,196,230

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Bureau of Corrections Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund 15000 Administration 656,997 - 228,546 - 71,105 - 956,648 15100 Administrative Services 722,182 - 303,330 40,000 525,000 - 1,590,512 15200 Institutional Facilities - STT 3,026,927 - 1,320,004 370,000 398,000 800,000 5,914,931 15200 Institutional Facilities - STX 6,051,074 500,000 2,423,353 515,000 3,458,139 500,000 13,447,566 15210 Health Service - STT 453,390 - 120,895 226,000 250,000 - 1,050,285 15210 Health Service - STX 944,393 - 300,870 299,656 418,039 - 1,962,958 15220 Program & Treatment - STT 38,022 - 17,328 - - - 55,350 15220 Program & Treatment - STX 548,313 - 244,667 25,000 - - 817,980 Total General Fund 12,441,298 500,000 4,958,993 1,475,656 5,120,283 1,300,000 25,796,230

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Other Local Funds ------Federal Funds - 150,000 - - 250,000 - 400,000 Total Federal Funds - 150,000 - - 250,000 - 400,000 GRAND TOTAL 12,441,298 650,000 4,958,993 1,475,656 5,370,283 1,300,000 26,196,230

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Virgin Islands Fire Service VIRGIN ISLANDS FIRE SERVICE

Fire Service STT/STJ/STX Administration Arson Prevention

General Fund Emergency Services Special Fund Fire Emergency Fund

$16,930,016

$525,000 3.10% $16,163,516 Non-Appropriated 95.47% Funds

Appropriated Funds

4.53%

$241,500 1.43%

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Message from the Director of the Virgin Islands Fire Services

The Virgin Islands Fire Service is dedicated to its mission “To Protect Life and Property from Fire Related Hazards”. The strategic goal of the Agency is to protect life and property through rapid response, public education, inspections and operational efficiency.

The Service, which was established within the Office of the Governor in 1979, is divided into two (2) districts- St. Thomas/St. John and St. Croix. The Service has 10 fire facilities (stations/houses) along with one sub-station on Water Island and two (2) Administrative offices, one (1) in each district. The Agency also has three (3) main areas of operations: Emergency Response Operations (Suppression), Arson Investigation and Prevention and Administration.

The Suppression Unit is the first responder and is tasked with the control and suppression of fire outbreaks as well as containment of hazmat incidents.

The Prevention Unit is responsible for public education, investigation of a fire’s cause and origin, inspection of new and existing public places and businesses, plan review for the construction of new buildings for public use, and ensuring fire safety code compliance. The ultimate goal of this Unit is to elevate territorial fire awareness in order to reduce the number of fire related incidents.

The Administration Unit, through operational efficiency and management of the limited resources, provides the financial support to ensure that the Suppression and Prevention units effectively achieve their goals.

In an effort to fulfill its mission to protect life and property and achieve maximum responsiveness to the needs of the community, the Service has taken the following proactive measures:

 Construction of housing for the ladder truck on St. Croix;  Completion of the bidding process for the building on St. Thomas;  Trained an approximate 90% of Fire personnel in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs);  Each fire station and every “first truck” in the Territory has access to medic/trauma bags and AEDs;  The new office trailer on St. John has been completed and the Administration and Prevention offices were relocated;  Fire personnel, particularly in the Coral Bay area on the island of St. John, respond to basic medical emergencies;  The Fire Service and the Emergency Medical Services (EMS), through DOH, have an established Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to further enhance efforts to protect the community;  A total of nine (9) firefighters were trained as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) in the St. Croix district and In the St. Thomas/St. John district, four (4) EMTs and one (1) firefighter completed qualifications for and are certified as certified as Paramedic/EMT and will soon qualify to instruct fire personnel in CPR and EMS;  An approximate 90% of all Fire personnel are trained in advanced vehicle extrication; and  A wellness and fitness program developed for the Agency was initiated in the St. Croix district, with initiation of same in the St. Thomas/ St. John district within the ensuing months.

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There is a continued need to upgrade all facilities; especially since no one station meets the prevailing standards for fire houses. Work has started on reconstruction of the Dorothea facility on St. Thomas and discussions begun relative to construction and relocation of the main station―Hotel Company to 2.02 acres near the Warren E. Brown apartments, also on the island of St. Thomas. The Hotel Company station will be state of the art and meet all required prevailing standards.

On St. Croix, the Grove fire station still poses many challenges. In order to assuage concerns, minor repairs were done to include painting, and installation of cameras and fencing.

On St. John, serious challenges remain with facilities and can only be alleviated with new construction, especially the Coral Bay fire station which is sinking.

The retirement of senior personnel caused a knowledge void within the Agency. Additionally, there is need for approximately 40 firefighters in the Suppression Unit. However, despite the many challenges faced, the Service continues to provide the highest quality of service to the community to provide safety, service and satisfaction in the role of first responders.

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Virgin Islands Fire Service

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Ensure fire and emergency operations readiness and effectiveness with the integration of Fire and EMS 2. Administer and enforce all regulations as it pertains to fire safety 3. Educate the public about fire prevention and fire safety

Performance Goal(s): 1. Reduce fire-related incidents 2. Elevate territorial fire awareness 3. Improve operational efficiency

Org 24000 / 24020 Fire Services STT/STJ/STX

Functional Statement Fire Services personnel are first responders who perform fire suppression and arson investigation. The Unit conducts fire safety awareness and fire prevention training within the community in efforts to reduce loss of life and property.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Projected Number of responses to fire and SG1/ 1,600 emergency incidents PG1, 3 Number of attendees at SG3/ community education events PG 2 14,000 Number of businesses inspected SG2/ and in compliance with fire code PG1,3 2,500

Org 24010 Administration

Functional Statement The Administration Division is responsible for the effective administration and management of Agency financial resources, as well as provides administrative support services to all Fire personnel. In efforts to be fiscally pro-active and responsible, the Division continues to explore revenue enhancing opportunities such as grants application. The Division examines all departmental operations to ensure cost efficiencies.

For Fiscal Year 2012, Fire Administration implemented cost savings initiatives as a means to curtail overtime costs. The manning levels at the various stations were reduced to absolute minimum levels allowed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

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Virgin Islands Fire Services Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 13,955,213 12,046,777 10,856,535 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 4,715,726 4,533,475 4,356,742 Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 508,238 611,466 524,239 Utilities 368,111 430,350 426,000 Total General Fund 19,547,288 17,622,068 16,163,516

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 19,547,288 17,622,068 16,163,516

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 315,667 330,000 365,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 396,580 404,062 401,500 Utilities - - - Total Local Funds 712,247 734,062 766,500

Federal Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays 132,000 - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 72,844 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 204,844 - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 917,091 734,062 766,500 GRAND TOTAL 20,464,379 18,356,130 16,930,016

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Virgin Islands Fire Service Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 24000 Fire Services - STT/STJ 5,427,886 - 2,224,105 - 196,478 285,000 8,133,469 24000 Fire Services - STX 3,778,936 - 1,502,920 - 175,000 141,000 5,597,856 24010 Fire Services - Administration 937,243 - 360,345 - 142,761 - 1,440,349 24020 Arson & Prevention 712,470 - 269,372 - 10,000 - 991,842 Total General Fund 10,856,535 - 4,356,742 - 524,239 426,000 16,163,516

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 24000 Fire Services - STT/STJ ------24000 Fire Services - STX ------24010 Fire Services - Administration - - - 365,000 401,500 - 766,500 Total Local Funds - - - 365,000 401,500 - 766,500

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 10,856,535 - 4,356,742 365,000 925,739 426,000 16,930,016

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Virgin Islands Police Department

VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT

Management Intelligence Bureau Division of Police Operations STX/STT/STJ Special Operations Bureau STX/STT/STJ School Security STX/STT/STJ Administrative Services Communications Management Information System Bureau Highway Safety Administration

Training

Motor Pool STX/STT/STJ

General Fund Tourism Advertising Casino Fund ARRA Fund Federal Fund

$58,131,778

$850,000 $4,960,637 1.46% 8.53%

$51,754,882 Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds 89.03% Funds $150,000 0.26% $416,259 9.51% 0.72%

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Message from the Commissioner of the Virgin Islands Police Department

The Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) was established in accordance with Title 3, Chapter 15 of the Virgin Islands Code with the primary mandate to enforce laws relating to public safety. In keeping with the Governor's strategic plan, the Virgin Islands Police Department utilizes a holistic approach to combat crime through partnership with the community to produce a safer, healthier environment.

Pursuant to Executive Order No. 312-1989, the Department is organized into two (2) divisions: the Office of the Commissioner and the Division of Police Operations, and by district―St. Thomas/St. John and St. Croix. Support Services, Highway Safety, Human Resources, and Training are fundamental components within the Department that enhance productivity. Likewise, the Law Enforcement Planning Commission (LEPC) is attached to the Office of the Commissioner per Act No. 6036 for budgetary purposes only and functions in a support capacity.

The Department, responsible for the safety and security of life and property within the U.S. Virgin Islands, provides essential law enforcement services. Notwithstanding the dire economic constraints, police officers continue to engage in saturated patrols, attend to calls for service, and employ effective investigations and criminal apprehensions. The Department’s performance goals include the maximization of operational efficiency and effectiveness; the deterrence of crime; the patrol, and enforcement and apprehension of criminals through the use of technological advancements, cost-effective measures, and environmentally responsible practices.

Since entering into a five (5) year Federal Consent Decree with the United States Department of Justice (USDOJ) March 23, 2009, nearly three (3) years later, the Department continues its endeavor to achieve substantial compliance with mandates of the Decree. Amidst challenges such as reduced supervisory ranks, smaller budgets, internal resistance to change and limited technical support, the VIPD has made noticeable progress in the following areas related to the Consent Decree: (1) USDOJ approval of “Core” Consent Decree required policies; (2) Successful launch of a Public Education Campaign to educate the Public on the Citizen Complaint and Compliment Procedures; (3) Equipping officers with a less lethal force device, the TASER; (4) Continuous work towards initiation of a Risk Management System to collect and analyze data to determine training needs, reduce risk and overall departmental liability; and (5) Provision of Consent Decree required policy trainings to include Use of Force, Reportable Use of Force and the Citizen Complaint Process. The Department made tremendous strides in Fiscal Year 2011. In each district, the Citizens Integration Teams (CIT) proved integral in the development of plans and courses of action for the Department. At the request of CIT, a task force comprised of enforcement officers and executives from several departments such as DPNR, DLCA, Health, Fire and Police addressed the challenge of businesses operating without licenses and disruptions of the peace of the public.

Police Operations in the St. Thomas/St. John District, with the assistance of other governmental agencies, initiated “cleanup” efforts at various “high crime” locations on the island of St. Thomas. In addition, a Gun Buy-Back Program on St. Thomas resulted in the retrieval of 48 firearms. And, of significant note was the drastic reduction of murders in the St. Thomas/St. John District; and an increase in arrests for murders by detectives within the Major Crimes Unit. Furthermore, detectives from the Cold Case Squad after receipt of warrants from the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands made two (2) arrests of murder suspects. Significant efforts to combat crime however were not limited to the above mentioned efforts. Members of Major Crimes, Forensics, Special Operations, hand-picked officers from Patrol and the Intel Unit were responsible for numerous firearm seizures and other arrests within the St. Thomas/St. John district. The

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Traffic Bureau’s 24/7 or three (3) shift rotations produced increased citations and arrests. Special initiatives on the island of St. John resulted in a decrease of reported serious crimes.

The St. Croix district’s Division of Police Operations worked in partnership with various private entities to renovate a Winnebago motor home donated to the Department. The Department utilizes the vehicle as a mobile command post during saturated patrol, community events and outreach efforts within the community. Police officers conducted saturated patrols and participated in joint operations with the National Guard Counter Drug Unit; and employed use of their helicopter as a deterrence to unlawful behaviors. The successful missions produced a reduction of violent crimes in the targeted areas and netted caches of marijuana and weapons. As the Fiscal Year 2011 came to a close, Police Operations began a new initiative in response to an increase in scrap metal thefts and vandalisms associated with recyclable materials.

Several personnel adjustments were made in Fiscal Year 2011 to accommodate the hiring of key personnel. Additionally, an agreement was reached with the Division of Personnel to allow for reciprocity with the Police entrance exam for applicants who are certified in Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Promotional exams were offered and, for the first time in over 10 years, applicants achieved promotions to the ranks of Sergeant, Lieutenant and Captain. Revitalization of the Department’s Auxiliary Service is in process to augment efforts to deter crime. Auxiliary Police supervisors were identified and a recruitment drive is in process.

The 25th Legislature appropriated funds for the construction of a police sub-station in Coral Bay, St. John. Design plans were completed and the land acquired. Construction begins upon completion of CZM permits. The Zone currently occupies temporary quarters provided by a local business.

The 26th Legislature appropriated funds for the design and purchase of three (3) mobile substations which will permit the VIPD to position substations where needed most; more specifically during special events and in high crime areas. Each trailer is complete with cameras, computers, internet service, telephone lines and other necessary crime-fighting apparatus.

The Department continues to recognize changes in the community and acknowledges that along with change comes new realities, new challenges, new expectations for action and new standards of conduct. The Department is cognizant of the need for collective ownership and commitment to deter criminal activity; of a newly emerging criminal element and of the need for communal responsibility for public safety. As a result, the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council, enacted by law in 2001 and called to order January of 2006, is developing standards for training of all peace officers in the Territory. And, in partnership with local citizenry the Department can and will effectively address all priorities related to crime, the fear of crime, and any relative social disorders associated with the proliferation of crime. As a police force, the Virgin Islands Police Department commits to increased professionalism, leadership, service and performance and the right of all with whom it comes in contact, to be treated with dignity and respect. The Virgin Islands Police Department looks forward to another productive year.

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Virgin Islands Police Department

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service, Regulatory/Enforcement, and Social

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Employ a holistic approach to combating crime through partnership with the community to produce a safer and healthier Community

Performance Goal(s): 1. Operational efficiency and effectiveness 2. Deter crime 3. Patrol, enforce, and apprehend

Org 50000 Management

Functional Statement The Office of the Police Commissioner ensures the proper administration of the Virgin Islands Police Department and obtains the necessary personnel, equipment, training, funding and other resources for each component of the Department to efficiently fulfill its mandate to provide support to Police Operations.

The Department increased fiscal responsibility through implementation of various cost saving measures that curtailed overtime costs. A new overtime directive was instituted which restricted overtime usage for all Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) personnel. Any overtime beyond prescribed limits requires preapproval by the supervisor. The Department continues to incur overtime costs, as a necessary consequence of the need to sustain service delivery, despite the significant manpower shortages plaguing the Department. Various new initiatives are scheduled to combat crime; as well as the need to provide added security measures during events such as Carnival, festivals, fairs, concerts, and cruise ship visits. It is the Department’s responsibility and a top priority to ensure adequate police presence in the community; and a continued goal to provide a safe and secure Virgin Islands for residents and visitors alike while working within current budgetary constraints.

Org 50010 Intelligence Unit

Functional Statement The Intelligence Unit is responsible for the collection, processing and dissemination of intelligence data on drugs, guns, terrorism, organized crime and all other cases as assigned by the Police Commissioner.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Increase the number of special interdiction activities in SG1/ 3 coordination with Federal PG 2,3 Agencies

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Org 50100/50110 Division of Police Operation STX/STT/STJ

Functional Statement The Police Operation Division is responsible to protect life and property, prevent and deter crime, prevent and diminish the fear of crime, defend public peace and tranquility, and aggressively pursue and apprehend those who violate the law.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Increase the number of special SG1/ 10 initiatives to deter crime PG 1,2,3

Org 50250/50300 Special Operations Bureau STX/STT/STJ

Functional Statement The Special Operations Bureau is responsible for patrol, surveillance, and interdiction operations, including those focused on the fight against drug trafficking, weapons smuggling, and illegal entry into the Territory by persons; and in conjunction with respective federal agencies, the illegal use of the Territory’s ports as transfer points to the U.S. mainland.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Maintain a cadre of healthy canine dogs and retire and/or SG1/ 14 replace older dogs that exhibit PG 1,2,3 reduced performance capability

Org 50120 School Security STX/ STT

Functional Statement The School Security Unit provides security and police protection at public schools in the Territory to prevent vandalism, arrest violators and trespassers, and reduce criminal incidents.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Increase the number of community outreach SG1/ 3 programs to identify and deter PG 1,2,3 gang activity

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Org 50200 Administrative Services

Functional Statement The Administrative Services Unit maintains personnel, payroll and fiscal and property records, as well as provides administrative and logistical support services to the overall operations of the Department.

The goal of the Administrative Services is to provide administrative support to Police Operations in the most efficient and effective manner possible. It is the constant endeavor of the Administrative Services Unit to strive to improve the level of services offered to the police officers.

Org 50220 Management Information Systems Bureau

Functional Statement The Management Information Systems Bureau provides a variety of information technology services to assist in the ongoing war against crime and violence in the Territory.

The Management Information Systems Bureau (MIS) has a holistic approach to equip all VIPD personnel and increase technological awareness as it pertains to law enforcement for our officers to ensure present and future successes. The mission of MIS is to “Automate the entire Virgin Islands Police Department and empower all of VIPD's employees through the use of technology, thus allowing them to become more proficient in the skills of investigating, record keeping, crime analysis, traffic analysis, crash analysis and the development of formidable policing skills”. It is the intent of the Information Technology division of the Virgin Islands Police Department to provide and maintain state-of-the-art computer hardware and software resources to assist members of the Department in the efficient, effective and safe delivery of services to the public. The Division will meet present and future challenges through delivery of critical technological developments; systems modifications, and necessary network enhancements that support the goals of the organization.

Org 50320 Highway Safety Administration

Functional Statement The Highway Safety Administration manages the Highway Safety Program to ensure compliance with federal requirements, necessary to continued receipt of Federal Highway Safety funds.

In Fiscal Year 2011 the Office of Highway Safety (OHS) significantly increased the monitoring of and collection of data from sub-grantees by an approximate 30 percent. Sub-grantees included the VIPD Traffic Division, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), the Superior Court and the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Performance increases were also made in the participation of OHS coordinators in community, school and church activities; and a 25 percent increase in the distribution of children’s car seats and the education of parents and guardians as to the proper use of the equipment.

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Org 50400 Training

Functional Statement The Training Unit develops, conducts and maintains departmental training programs consistent with modern training methods and practices to facilitate the efficiency, effectiveness and productivity of sworn and civilian personnel. The Unit also assists other law enforcement agencies in the training of personnel. The Training Bureau ensures all peace officers within the Territory are trained in order to meet the mandates and certification requirements in accordance with the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST). The Training Bureau also works in tandem with other departmental personnel to ensure all Consent Decree required trainings are conducted.

Org 50500 Motor Pool STX /STT/STJ

Functional Statement The Motor Pool Unit maintains and stores all vehicles of the Virgin Islands Police Department. The Motor Pool conducts daily, monthly and quarterly maintenance on all police vehicles, as required. This program facilitates a program of energy reduction via improved fuel consumption and lessened gas emissions. It is the intent of the Department to ensure future vehicle purchases are of more fuel efficient, safer transport for the officer and the environment.

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Virgin Islands Police Department Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 40,953,826 34,862,705 32,599,821 Capital Outlays 369,703 - - Fringe Benefits 11,569,732 11,376,622 11,481,714 Supplies 2,437,122 2,602,266 1,429,693 Other Svs. & Chgs. 3,341,030 3,838,747 4,778,816 Utilities 1,014,070 1,218,764 1,464,838 Total General Fund 59,685,483 53,899,104 51,754,882

Tourism Advertising Revolving Personnel Services 548,575 596,254 604,184 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 154,914 224,786 211,824 Supplies 75,000 28,960 33,992 Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund 778,489 850,000 850,000

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 60,463,972 54,749,104 52,604,882

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays 57,295 - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 1,294 150,000 150,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Local Funds 58,589 150,000 150,000

ARRA Funds * Personnel Services 595,898 - 310,500 Capital Outlays 93,000 - - Fringe Benefits 166,923 - 97,830 Supplies 117,171 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 858,975 - 7,929 Utilities - - - Total ARRA Funds 1,831,967 - 416,259

Federal Funds Personnel Services 311,150 953,720 1,497,320 Capital Outlays 225,539 700,000 565,000 Fringe Benefits 55,557 197,146 404,814 Supplies 40,228 132,137 148,922 Other Svs. & Chgs. 2,132,363 3,045,112 2,344,581 Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 2,764,837 5,028,115 4,960,637

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 4,655,393 5,178,115 5,526,896

GRAND TOTAL 65,119,365 59,927,219 58,131,778 *ARRA Funds awarded in FY 2009 are carried forward to FYS 2011 and 2013 to cover Personnel, Fringe and other expenditures; See Grants Listing

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Virgin Islands Police Department Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund 50000 Management 2,046,960 - 694,621 14,000 543,800 - 3,299,381 50010 Intelligence Bureau 333,285 - 126,323 43,900 46,618 - 550,126 50100 Police Operations Stt/J 13,529,361 - 4,688,668 276,527 615,683 685,514 19,795,753 50110 Police Operations St Croix 12,745,339 - 4,484,938 279,527 849,577 653,619 19,013,000 50120 School Security Program STT/STJ 533,685 - 174,362 5,750 1,001 714,798 50120 School Security Program STX 437,032 - 138,440 5,750 - - 581,222 50130 Special Operations STT/STJ 196,419 - 72,423 11,000 - - 279,842 50130 Special Operations STX 110,316 - 41,516 11,000 - - 162,832 50200 Support Services 1,495,719 - 570,715 70,000 370,937 59,400 2,566,771 50210 Communications 109,548 - 81,155 - 71,881 - 262,584 50220 MIS 235,759 - 95,973 48,000 391,500 - 771,232 50320 Highway Safety Administra 116,106 - 49,209 1,000 26,610 - 192,925 50330 Highway Safety Res./Stat 55,200 - 18,448 1,000 5,000 - 79,648 50400 Training 88,716 - 30,660 264,039 400,806 - 784,221 50500 Motor Pool STT 130,028 - 44,842 198,700 661,988 - 1,035,558 50500 Motor Pool STX 121,526 - 52,038 199,500 719,615 - 1,092,679 52100 Administration 227,422 - 79,869 - 37,392 56,982 401,665 52110 Management Info. Systems 36,800 - 17,022 - 22,140 9,323 85,285 52120 Victim/Witness 50,600 - 20,492 - 14,268 - 85,360 Total General Fund 32,599,821 - 11,481,714 1,429,693 4,778,816 1,464,838 51,754,882 Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund 50100 Police Operations STT/STJ 342,316 - 119,527 16,996 - - 478,839 50110 Police Operations STX 261,868 - 92,297 16,996 - - 371,161 Total Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund 604,184 - 211,824 33,992 - - 850,000 NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS Local Funds 50000 Mgmt - Casino Revenue Fund - - - 150,000 - - 150,000 Total Local Funds - - - 150,000 - - 150,000

ARRA Funds * 310,500 - 97,830 - 7,929 - 416,259 Total ARRA Funds 310,500 - 97,830 - 7,929 - 416,259 Federal Funds 50000 Management 276,000 - 117,877 - 7,509 - 401,386 50200 Highway Safety 819,400 520,000 143,843 129,847 364,919 - 1,978,009 52100 Administration 401,920 45,000 143,094 19,075 1,972,153 - 2,581,242 Total Federal Funds 1,497,320 565,000 404,814 148,922 2,344,581 - 4,960,637 GRAND TOTAL 35,011,825 565,000 12,196,182 1,762,607 7,131,326 1,464,838 58,131,778

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Department of Planning and Natural Resources

DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND NATURAL RESOURCES Business and Administration Services

Enforcement

Permits Administration STT/STJ/STX & Permits Inspection Coastal Zone Management Comprehensive and Coastal Zone Planning Division of Archaeology and Historic Preservation Museums Libraries and Administration & LSCA/LSTA Division of Fish and Wildlife Environmental Protection Virgin Islands Cultural Heritage Institute

General Fund CZM Program Income Fund Natural Resources Recla. Air Pollution Fund Fish and Wildlife Fund Federal Fund Departmental Indirect Cost Coastal Protection Fund

$22,332,029

$11,340,415 50.78%

$821,347 3.68% $7,575,555 Non- Appropriated Appropriated $1,102,245 33.92% Funds Funds 4.94% $522,915 2.34% 66.08% $844,750 3.78% $86,406 $38,401 0.39% 0.17%

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Message from the Commissioner of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources

The Department of Planning & Natural Resources (DPNR) is a diverse and multi-faceted organization with an overarching responsibility to manage the natural and cultural resources of the United States Virgin Islands by maximizing the synergies of its twelve (12) Divisions, which have varied, but complimentary regulatory and/or administrative mandates.

The Department’s Fiscal Year 2013 budget request totals $30,945,762 inclusive of federal, local and other special funds. Of the $30,945,762: 66 percent (%) or $20,302,742 is direct federal grants; 24 percent (%) or $7,575,555 is General Fund; and the remaining 10 percent (%) or $3,067,465 is Special Funds generated by department collections and special appropriations.

The proposed General Fund appropriation of $7,575,555 is approximately $233,357 below Fiscal Year 2012 appropriation but is $885,544 above the initial recommended ceiling. This appropriation will provide the resources necessary to commence operations at the Charles Wesley Turnbull Regional Library. Funding for the library operations will accommodate Personnel and Fringe Benefits for five (5) new positions: one (1) Facilities Manager; one (1) Librarian; one (1) Library Technician; one (1) Librarian Aide; and one (1) Custodian, totaling $237,261. Other Operating costs of $650,160 provide $344,742 to purchase operating supplies; $63,418 for service contracts (generator, a/c); and $242,000 to cover utility cost.

Federal Grant Funds contribute 66% to the Department’s budget; however, the absence of negotiated In- direct cost rates for the Department’s grant programs reduces the ability to offset some cost with indirect cost reimbursements.

The Department has cut its budget wherever possible to absorb the recommended appropriation of $7,575,555 for Fiscal Year 2013. However, this represents a bare bones budget for the Department’s General Fund responsibilities reflecting the austere conditions under which the Government of the United States Virgin Islands is operating.

The following initiatives will continue in Fiscal Year 2013:

1. Enhanced Water and Air Quality Monitoring – In an effort to assess and mitigate the impacts of non-point source pollution on our marine ecosystem the water quality monitoring program will be enhanced to provide more accurate quantitative data that would aid in the permit decision making process, as well as in fisheries management. In this regard, the Department will work collaboratively with the University of the Virgin Islands recently established Environmental Laboratory. Similarly, the ambient air quality monitoring program must be enhanced to collect data with greater relevance to the community.

2. Enhanced Environmental Emergency Response Protocol – Entities within the Virgin Islands whose operations pose a potential environmental threat are required to maintain emergency response plans. These plans outline specific responses to specific environmental emergencies and the associated communication protocol. While the Department is not a 1st responder, the agency has, and will continue, to assume its role as the lead technical local agency for environmental emergencies. In this regard the Department will work collaboratively with its federal partners.

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3. Employee Training & Cross Training – Training is a prerequisite for many of the Department’s grant programs. Moreover, regulatory changes and technological innovations require training to ensure proper program administration. In an effort to maximize human resources, cross training is necessary for interdepartmental program support.

4. Permittee Compliance Assistance – The Department will continue to provide compliance assistance to its permitees, modeling the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) training and guidance initiatives to permitees to ensure regulatory compliance.

5. Streamlining & Standardizing Permitting Processes – Departmental processes are continuously evaluated to better serve our public, as well as consideration given to the socioeconomic impact of regulatory activities. A review of all major permitting processes has commenced, and is further facilitated via the establishment of an in-house permit review task force. The task force has reviewed current processes, associated timelines, fee structures, and has made streamlining recommendations, accordingly. Further, roundtable review meetings have been established for permits that require intradepartmental approval.

6. Development, Standardization & Implementation of Administrative Processes – Administrative policies and processes are fundamental to running an efficient decentralized organization. Policies empower employees to participate in the decision making process by establishing the parameters wherein they may operate.

7. Incorporation of VICHI, VICA, A&HP, and LAM in permitting and comprehensive planning processes – If the Department is to ensure the preservation of the Territory’s cultural and intellectual resources the role of VICHI, VICA, A&HP, and LAM must become more prominent in the permitting and planning processes. Consideration for and incorporation of cultural and intellectual resources must become inherent components of DPNR’s planning and permitting processes.

8. Commence Operations of the Regional Library and properly staff existing libraries – The newly constructed Regional Library is truly a gem and will provide patrons with an intellectually stimulating experience. The proper staffing of this facility is an immediate need to ensure commencement of operations. Also, of immediate need is the recruitment of Librarians and additional professional staff to properly operate the Territory’s libraries.

9. Enhance the Flood Plain Management Program to facilitate the development of a community rating system with the National Flood Plain Insurance Program. The community rating will reduce the cost of flood insurance to residents throughout the Territory.

Noted below are Fiscal Year 2012 accomplishments to date:

Consolidated Web Site Launched - The Department’s new Web-site has consolidated all ten (10) Divisions of the Department into one interactive and comprehensive web site. Through this venue we highlight the initiatives, activities, and programs of each Division, while allowing for downloadable permit applications. The easy navigational functions offer a more user-friendly site with quick links to other associated pages.

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CZM Permitting – The Coastal Zone Management Program (CZM) renewed its grant with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and was awarded $843,000 for Fiscal Year 2012; it is eligible for up to $844,000 for Fiscal Year 2013 and will be submitting its grant application in May. With the downturn in the economy, very few new major developments were approved in Fiscal Year 2011. The most notable are the government projects such as the Smith Bay Park Master Plan and the VI Waste

Management Authority Transfer Station on St. Croix. Additionally, CZM issued Federal Consistency Determinations for the VI Next Generation Network to trench fiber optic cables on the islands of St. Thomas and St. Croix.

Zoning and Subdivision Code Update – The Department completed three of four Modules of the Zoning and Subdivision Code Update and completed the “Charlotte Amalie District Code” (Form Based Code) for inclusion in the revised Zoning and Subdivision Code.

Telecommunication Towers - The Department assisted in the completion and promulgation of the “Wireless Facility and Wireless Support Structure Rules and Regulations” in line with Bill 29-0026.

Enhanced Collection of Submerged Lands Fees – Approximately $1.4M was collected for the use and occupancy of submerged and filled submerged lands in Fiscal Year 2012, up $400,000 from Fiscal Year 2011. Additionally, CZM approved several new permits for existing marinas, renewing their leases and making their rental fees consistent with today's market status.

Solutions to South Shore Rum Effluent - Cruzan Rum has completed the construction of its new Condensed Molasses Solubles (CMS) plant to achieve a color free effluent discharge under its current Territorial Pollutant Discharge Elimination (TPDES) Permit, which was issued through the Division of Environmental Protection (DEP) within DPNR. The associated TPDES permit will expire on February 28, 2013.

Major Air Permits Issued - Marriott Frenchman Reef and Diageo were issued a Synthetic Minor “authority to construct” permits. Title V Air Permits will be issued for the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (VIWAPA) on all three islands in the second quarter of the current fiscal year. On St. Thomas, an “authority to construct” permit was issued for Unit 25, thus allowing VIWAPA, to commence much needed maintenance on older units.

In closing, it must be noted that it is the Department’s intent to strategically manage its financial resources by implementing external and internal assessment auditing mechanisms, respectively, to evaluate performance and effectiveness. The Department of Planning and Natural Resources remains committed to fulfilling its mandates within the current budgetary constraints.

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Department of Planning and Natural Resources

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Regulatory

Strategic Goal(s): 1. To develop and implement integrated systems for sustainable development. 2. To administer and facilitate compliance with all environmental laws, rules and regulations. 3. To maximize synergies that will promote the preservation of our cultural and historic resources.

Performance Goal(s): 1. Efficiently provide the department’s mandated services. 2. Facilitate sustainable development.

Org 80051/80110/80120/80054 Business and Administrative Services

Functional Statement The Division of Business and Administrative Services is responsible for all fiscal matters pertaining to budgeting, personnel, payroll, revenue collection, and other fiscal matters involving General, federal, and other special funds.

Org 80130 Enforcement

Functional Statement The Division of Environmental Enforcement serves as the law enforcement arm of the department. Its primary function is to enforce all environmental, boating safety and permitting laws of the Territory, that seek to protect, conserve and preserve our natural resources. Its secondary functions are to support: (1) the philosophy of “zero tolerance” to illegal drugs by assisting, when called upon, by federal and local enforcement agencies to participate in joint initiatives aimed at eradicating illegal drugs within the USVI borders; (2) the Homeland Security mission through land and marine patrols focus at preventing terrorist attacks aimed at crippling the Territory’s economy; and (3) federal fisheries laws as stipulated in the “Joint Enforcement Agreement”.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of vessel safety SG 2/ 3,000 inspections PG 1 SG 2/ Number of sea patrol hours 5,500 PG 1 Number of dockside fisheries SG 2/ 3,550 inspections PG 1

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Org 80200/80210/80220 Permits Administration STT/STJ/STX and Permits Inspection

Functional Statement The Division of Permits reviews and issues various types of permits: building, plumbing, electrical, demolition, mechanical and occupancy for the construction of new or existing residential, commercial or any other type of structure that will be occupied or used by an individual, family or group. It also inspects all construction activity throughout the Territory to ensure minimum local and national building code compliance.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of minutes to process an SG 1/ 15 application PG 2 Number of minutes to research SG 1/ 15 information PG 1 Number of days to review and issue SG 3/ a permit for construction without PG 2 30 revisions Number of days to review and issue SG 3/ an electrical/plumbing permit for PG 2 15 construction

Org 80400 Coastal Zone Management

Functional Statement The Coastal Zone Management Program, pursuant to Act No. 4248, Title 12, Chapter 21, Section 903 (b), Virgin Islands Code, serves to protect, maintain, preserve and where feasible, enhance and restore the quality of the environment in the coastal zone, and the natural and manmade resources therein; and promote economic development while assuring the orderly, balanced utilization and conservation of the resources in the coastal zone. The Coastal Zone Management Program also permits and regulates all development within the coastal zone; develops, manages and promotes the St. Croix East End Marine Park; oversees the negotiation and implementation of submerged and filled land leases; and assists in the protection of marine environments, particularly coral reefs, via implementation of erosion and sedimentation control regulations and programs and non-point source pollution control policies and programs.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percentage of permits reviewed SG 1/ 100% within statutory timeframe PG 2 Number of field inspections SG 1/ 300 performed PG 2 SG 2/ Percentage of violations resolved 85% PG 1 SG 2/ Number of outreach activities 25 PG 1 Percentage of delinquent lease SG 2/ accounts that are brought into PG 1 80% compliance

Org 80410 Comprehensive and Coastal Zone Planning

Functional Statement The Division of Comprehensive and Coastal Zone Planning, whose functions are referenced in the Virgin Islands Code under the Division of Planning, formulates long-range plans and policies, including the development of a comprehensive plan to properly guide and manage physical, economic and social growth and development trends in the Territory. The Division is also responsible for administering DPNR’s zoning map amendments, subdivision processes, and for reviewing their effectiveness and appropriateness. The Division provides technical planning support and serves as a resource center for the DPNR, other government agencies and the general public; and is responsible for coordinating territorial planning activities and capital projects between the public and private sector.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of days to process land SG 1/ 20 development applications PG 2 Number of days to complete zoning SG 1/ 30 reports with recommendations PG 2 Number of days to review land SG 1/ development applications for PG 2 30 completeness SG 1/ Planning Stakeholder Meetings 35 PG 2

Org 80800 Division of Archaeology and Historic Preservation

Functional Statement The Division for Archeology and Historic Preservation preserves the cultural and historic heritage by preserving and protecting as well as fostering a meaningful awareness and appreciation of the unique history of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI). This history is contained in prehistoric and historic archaeological deposits, both terrestrial and marine, manifested in sites of cultural and spiritual meaning, and reflected in the outstanding architecture and beauty of aboveground historic buildings and sites of the USVI. This mission is accomplished through encouragement and education and by sponsoring and assisting programs that promote historic preservation in the USVI.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of technical consultations SG 3/ to governmental and non- PG 1 180 governmental entities Number of historical sites identified SG 3/ 2 and added to the National Registry PG 1 Number of intra-governmental SG 3/ consultations and private sector PG 1 100 collaborations

Org 80520 Museums

Functional Statement The Museums Unit within the Division of Libraries, Archives and Museums is responsible for the interpretation of the history, arts, and material culture of the USVI through exhibitions, displays, lectures, and workshops. This unit also has to meet the demands of preserving and maintaining two coastal Danish fortresses, Fort Christian and Fort Frederik, which are National Historic Landmarks. These two cultural resources are vital to the economic viability of the historic towns they are located in, the cultural heritage of the Territory, and its tourism industry.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of visitors to Fort Frederik SG 3/ 15,000 Museum PG 1 Number of activities held at Fort SG 3/ 50 Frederik Museum PG 1

Org 80500/80550 Libraries and Administration

Functional Statement The Division of Libraries, Archives and Museums provides library and information services, through the development and preservation of it collections, facilities and resources to meet the information needs of its clientele, including the preservation of Virgin Islands culture and literary heritage. It identifies preserves and promotes the relevance of historical and cultural related public records of the Virgin Islands. Traditional and electronic means are used to assist in meeting the educational, recreational and professional needs of the community. The needs of special populations are served such as the blind and physically handicapped. Additionally, the library houses archival records, and is a depository for government records throughout the Territory.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percentage increase of print SG 3/ 12% reading material PG 1 Percentage increase of on-line SG 3/ 20% database PG 1 Percentage increase in outreach SG 3/ activities provided to the PG 1 30% disadvantaged in the Territory 287

Org 80600 Division of Fish and Wildlife

Functional Statement The Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) is 100% federally funded and provides scientific advice to the Department on the condition of the wildlife, fisheries and marine resources of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI). DFW also provide advice on the best strategies to sustain these resources for all the citizens of the USVI. DFW is split into three bureaus: the Bureau of Fisheries, the Bureau of Wildlife, and the Bureau of Environmental Education and Endangered Species.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of educational SG 3/ 50 presentations conducted PG 1 Number of fishery port samples SG 3/ 80 collected PG 1 Number of wildlife issues SG 3/ 25 addressed PG 1

Org 80700 Environmental Protections

Functional Statement The Division of Environmental Protection provides protection and conservation of the natural resources of the Territory in collaboration with other divisions and governmental agencies for the health and comfort of the public so they can have a better quality of life.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percentage increase in number of SG 2/ 80% wells permitted PG 1 Percentage increase of compliance SG 2/ 30% at regulated facilities PG 1 Percentage increase in compliance inspections for the Solid Waste, SG 2/ 25% Used Oil & Underground Storage PG 1 Tank Programs

Org Virgin Islands Cultural Heritage Institute

Functional Statement The Virgin Islands Cultural Heritage Institute preserves, promote, protect, revitalize, and disseminate Virgin Islands culture. Our culture is reflected in our customs, folkways, festival arts, belief systems, music, dances, stories, dress, food, saying, language, art forms, occupations, crafts, and other expressions of the spirit of the people of the Virgin Islands. This mission will be accomplished through educational programs, and training initiatives, recognition and commemoration of our holidays, tradition bearers, heroes and heroines, the awarding of grants and scholarships, collaboration with Government or private entities, establishment of cultural centers, and maintenance of cultural archives.

This Activity Center is presently without a Director and therefore, no Key Performance Indicators have been established 288

Department of Planning and Natural Resources Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 4,457,593 4,403,315 3,979,257 Capital Outlays 37,857 - 77,000 Fringe Benefits 1,673,845 1,735,501 1,571,226 Supplies 74,226 37,499 472,742 Other Svs. & Chgs. 790,960 796,458 951,558 Utilities 459,278 553,751 523,772 Total General Fund 7,493,759 7,526,524 7,575,555

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 7,493,759 7,526,524 7,575,555

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services 1,802,328 1,425,964 1,707,545 Capital Outlays 193,979 76,011 71,012 Fringe Benefits 712,976 510,189 661,462 Supplies 139,278 160,952 139,684 Other Svs. & Chgs. 634,766 768,502 706,241 Utilities 94,184 139,054 130,120 Total Local Funds 3,577,511 3,080,672 3,416,064

Federal Funds Personnel Services 3,423,396 5,315,761 5,763,378 Capital Outlays 167,628 255,793 177,017 Fringe Benefits 1,321,846 1,820,365 1,993,992 Supplies 287,952 572,532 509,631 Other Svs. & Chgs. 2,565,238 10,191,614 2,808,897 Utilities 82,594 142,666 87,500 Total Federal Funds 7,848,654 18,298,731 11,340,415

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 11,426,165 21,379,403 14,756,479

GRAND TOTAL 18,919,924 28,905,927 22,332,034

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Department of Planning and Natural Resources Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund 80000 Executive Office 374,900 - 124,575 20,000 264,651 26,500 810,626 80051 Office of the Director 509,018 - 218,308 21,000 84,238 18,800 851,364 80054 Revenue Contract Mgmt. 147,762 - 66,163 - - - 213,925 80110 Person./Bud./Grants Mgmt. 91,269 - 30,726 - - - 121,995 80120 Accounting & Payroll 75,299 - 34,378 - - - 109,677 80130 Enforcement ------80200 Administration - STT/STJ 79,258 - 32,174 23,000 111,957 20,500 266,889 80210 Administration - STX 114,340 - 56,781 18,000 70,370 20,500 279,991 80220 Inspection 640,770 - 233,912 - - - 874,682 80400 Comprehensive Planning 112,240 - 51,387 - - - 163,627 80410 Functional Area Planning 103,040 27,000 36,650 8,000 42,386 15,947 233,023 80500 Libraries & Administration 1,340,233 23,000 530,822 368,742 314,774 407,000 2,984,571 80510 Photo Duplication Lab ------80520 Museums 166,371 - 74,042 6,000 3,000 7,025 256,438 80540 Archives 55,200 - 14,156 - - - 69,356 80550 LSCA ------80700 Environmental Protection 97,316 - 36,743 - 17,894 - 151,953 80800 Historic Preservation 72,241 27,000 30,409 8,000 42,288 7,500 187,438 Total General Fund 3,979,257 77,000 1,571,226 472,742 951,558 523,772 7,575,555 NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS Local Funds 80000 Executive Office 30,000 - 10,015 55,000 217,103 10,000 322,118 80051 Office of the Director 52,600 15,135 20,433 20,000 21,130 - 129,298 80120 Accounting & Payroll 524,227 40,000 205,775 30,000 40,000 36,066 876,068 80054 Revenue Contract Mgmt. ------80130 Enforcement ------80200 Administration - STT/STJ 38,109 2,177 17,304 3,184 21,078 4,554 86,406 80210 Administration - STX 55,200 - 20,976 - - - 76,176 80400 Comprehensive Planning 418,952 13,700 138,812 26,500 193,289 32,500 823,753 80700 Environmental Protection 588,457 - 248,147 5,000 213,641 47,000 1,102,245 Total Local Funds 1,707,545 71,012 661,462 139,684 706,241 130,120 3,416,064 Federal Funds 80000 Library Svs. & Construct. Act - 80400 CZM 616,929 - 240,754 36,862 574,428 15,000 1,483,973 80550 LSCA 58,429 - 22,415 10,388 9,739 - 100,971 80600 Fisheries and Wildlife 801,767 108,772 294,785 193,967 726,057 37,900 2,163,248 80610 Wildlife 243,604 23,325 92,061 67,787 304,568 4,600 735,946 80700 Environmental Protection 3,514,942 37,767 1,134,959 83,627 844,496 - 5,615,791 80800 Historic Preservation 204,240 - 74,872 6,000 130,003 - 415,115 80800 Permits ------80900 Enforcement 323,467 7,152 134,146 111,000 219,606 30,000 825,371 Total Federal Funds 5,763,378 177,017 1,993,992 509,631 2,808,897 87,500 11,340,415 GRAND TOTAL 11,450,180 325,029 4,226,680 1,122,057 4,466,696 741,392 22,332,034

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EDUCATION

Board of Education

Department Education

University of Virgin Islands

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Virgin Islands Board of Education

BOARD EDUCATION

Board of Education - Territorial

General Fund Territorial Scholarship Fund Federal Funds

$4,469,468

$2,914,468 $1,000,000 65% 24%

Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds Funds 37%

$555,000 13%

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Message from the Executive Director of the Virgin Islands Board of Education

The Virgin Islands Board of Education (BOE) was established as an independent agency of the Government of the USVI (GVI) by Act No. 2252. Its duties are not limited to, but do include, the following: the oversight of the Territorial Scholarship/Loan Program; the oversight of Special Legislative Grants; the oversight of federal monies in the Department of Education; the certification of education professionals; the initiation and revision of educational policies and the oversight of school plants and facilities.

The BOE is dedicated to its mission which is the transformation of the structure of existing public education through: 1) governance over the public education system; 2) improved student, parent, teacher relationship; 3) comprehensive community engagement; 4) standards that promote high academic achievement; 5) creation of an environment that is conductive to effective communication; 6) enhanced quality of professional development for all and 7) provision of adequate resources to achieve our vision, goals and objectives. The Board is also committed to its vision which is “to ensure that each child is provided with the best quality education which promotes academic achievement and builds strong communities.”

The BOE consists of nine (9) members: four (4) from St. Thomas/St. John District, four (4) from the St. Croix District and one (1) at-Large member from the island of St. John. The BOE has five (5) standing committees—the Executive Committee, the School Plants and Facilities Committee, the Public/Private Liaison Committee, the Professional Staff Certification and Higher Education Committee and the Policies, Rules and Regulations Committee—which meet on a monthly basis. The BOE holds six (6) regular meetings annually, but can schedule special meetings as it deems necessary.

For Fiscal Year 2011, the BOE include the following: 1. The Board completed a review of all schools in the Territory and submitted its 2011 Management Report to Dr. La Verne Terry, Governor John P. de Jongh, Jr. and the Legislators. 2. Formed new guidelines for the certification of administrators 3. The Board Certified approximately 200 teachers and administrators 4. The Board has passed and disseminated its Bullying Policy 5. The Board participated in presentations at malls in St. Thomas and St. Croix to advise the public as to its functions and responsibilities. 6. The Board awarded financial aid to over 805 applicants, which included $500,000 to nursing students and $1 milion to students who were eligible for the College Access Challenge Grant.

The Board continues to work with the Career and Technical Board in the review of graduation requirements. Approval of the new graduation requirements is scheduled tentatively for May 2012 to be instituted for the 2012-2013 school year.

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Virgin Islands Board of Education

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Policy

Strategic Goal(s): 1. To redefine the relationship between the Department of Education and Board of Education with the aim of fine tuning clear academic goals and measurable academic outcomes 2. To establish incentive programs aimed at attracting and retaining professionals 3. To engage community stakeholders towards achieving the Board’s mission

Performance Goal(s): 1. A series of meetings will be organized to discuss important educational initiatives and to review Common Core Standards, Certification Policy, and Discipline Policy 2. Two new incentive programs will be initiated between the DOE and VIBOE 3. A series of activities will be organized with the DOE, the American Federation of Teachers, the Educational Administrators Association, the US Parent Teacher Association to share ideas on school improvement

Org 33000 Board of Education – Territorial

Functional Statement The Board of Education sets and evaluates board educational policies for the Territory’s public schools. The Board certifies professionals in education as well as administers the Territorial Financial Aid Programs, Morris F. deCastro Fellowship and the College Access Challenge Grant in collaboration with the University of the Virgin Islands which is funded by the Federal Government.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ FY 13 PG Target Number of meetings to be held SG1/ between VIBOE and DOE PG1 4

Number of incentive programs SG2/ organized between DOE and PG2 2 VIBOE Number activities held between SG3/ VIBOE and stakeholders PG3 4

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Board of Education Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 765,772 788,915 750,168 Capital Outlays - 25,000 25,000 Fringe Benefits 255,134 272,269 246,955 Supplies 24,844 40,000 40,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,963,164 2,107,706 1,792,345 Utilities 51,781 45,000 60,000 Total General Fund 3,060,696 3,278,890 2,914,468

Internal Revenue Matching Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Internal Revenue Matching Fund - - -

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 3,060,696 3,278,890 2,914,468

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 523,546 538,196 555,000 Utilities - - - Total Local Funds 523,546 538,196 555,000

Federal Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,013,977 1,000,000 1,000,000 Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 1,013,977 1,000,000 1,000,000

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 1,537,523 1,538,196 1,555,000

GRAND TOTAL 4,598,219 4,817,086 4,469,468

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Board of Education Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 33000 Board of Education 750,168 25,000 246,955 40,000 1,792,345 60,000 2,914,468 Total General Fund 750,168 25,000 246,955 40,000 1,792,345 60,000 2,914,468

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 33000 Board of Education - - - - 555,000 - 555,000 Total Local Funds - - - - 555,000 - 555,000

Federal Funds 33200 Student Loans - - - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 Total Federal Funds - - - - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 GRAND TOTAL 750,168 25,000 246,955 40,000 3,347,345 60,000 4,469,468

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Department of Education DEPARTMENT OF

EDUCATION

Instructional Technology Administration – Insular Superintendent STT/STJ Curriculum Ctr. Media/Library Ser. STT Student Services STT/STJ Adult Education STT/STJ/STX Vocational Education STT/STJ/STX Elementary Programs STT/STJ Secondary Programs STT/STJ Curriculum and Instruction STT/STJ Administration School Lunch STT/STJ/STX Human Resources STT/STJ/STX Administration-Engineering Special Nutrition Programs Plant Operations/Maintenance STT/STJ/STX Public Relations & Communications Office Administration Fiscal and administrative Services Special Education STT/STJ/STX Computer Operations Administration – Insular Superintendent STX Federal Grants and Audit Curriculum Ctr. Media/Library Services STT/STJ/STX Budget Control Office Student Services STT/STJ.STX Payroll Operations Adult Education STX Business Offices STT/STJ/STX Elementary Programs STX Auxiliary Service Prop/Proc STT/STJ/STX Secondary Programs STT/STJ/STX

Operations Curriculum, Assessment & Instruction STT/STJ/STX

Curriculum and Instruction School Lunch STT/STJ/STX

Planning, Research and Evaluation Bilingual Services

General Fund Casino JROTC Fund Adult Education Education Initiative Departmental Indirect Cost Federal Funds $209,640,461

$38,622,187 18.42% $162,499,405 77.51% Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds Funds $400,000 22.49% 0.19%

$361,000 $1,462,739 0.17% 0.70% $6,160,130 $135,000 0.06% 2.94%

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Message from Commissioner of the Department of Education

The Virgin Islands Department of Education is committed to the superior preparation and performance of every student for continuing education, rewarding employment, and responsible citizenship.

The United States Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) is an Executive Branch Department of the Government of the US Virgin Islands mandated under Titles 3 and 17 of the Virgin Islands Code. The Virgin Islands Department of Education is the largest governmental entity in the US Virgin Islands and functions as both a Local Education Agency (LEA) and a State-level Education Agency (SEA). The Department is headed by a Commissioner at the SEA level and a District Superintendent at the two LEA levels in the St. Thomas/St. John and St. Croix Districts.

The Department’s role as stipulated by Title 3, Chapter 7, Section 96, V.I. Code, encompasses the authority to exercise general control over the enforcement of laws relating to free public education in the US Virgin Islands. Its responsibilities include the development, implementation and monitoring of instructional programs for all K-12 learners. In addition, the Department is responsible for support services such as child nutrition, pupil transportation, library services, and the maintenance of educational facilities and offices under its purview.

The Department endeavored to address the needs of 15,657 students enrolled in the system territory-wide during the School Year 2010-2011. Of the 15,657 students enrolled, 1,085 (7%) were identified as students with disabilities and 505 (3%) as English Language Learners. The elementary level enrollment was 8,087, middle grades 2,400 (7th and 8th grades) and senior high was 5,170 (grades 9-12).

The Department is able to execute its programs and carry out its mandates under local and Federal law through the amalgamation of both local and Federal funds. The Department presently employs a workforce of 2,933 employees within forty (40) activity centers.

The Department continues to be committed to the superior preparation and exceptional performance of every student for continuing education, rewarding employment, and responsible citizenship and supports this effort through a variety of program offerings and professional development of staff.

The Department made significant progress in all but one of the major priorities identified for School Year 2010-2011. Major initiatives addressed improvements in the areas of student achievement, operations, teacher/leader effectiveness, and school culture.

At the end of School Year 2010-2011, a total of 994 senior students graduated from the public high schools. The number includes 504 students on St. Croix and 490 students in the St. Thomas - St. John (STT-STJ) District. This represents an increase of more than 100 graduates over than the past two school years. Additionally, 178 adult education students received high school credentials. The STT-STJ District had 75 students (68 secondary graduates and 7 GED® recipients) while the St. Croix District had 103 students (69 secondary graduates and 34 GED® recipients).

The Career, Technical Education (CTE) had 5,262 students engaged in CTE course offerings within thirteen implemented clusters of which 1,335 were CTE concentrators. The Territory’s data for post- secondary and workforce readiness indicates a minimum 421 secondary and post-secondary students received industry or state recognized certification within the implemented career clusters.

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All public high schools are currently fully accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA) through 2012 and schools are working on meeting requirements for reaccreditation. Charlotte Amalie High School (CAHS) and Bertha Boschulte have had their site visits while Ivanna Eudora Kean High School (IEKHS) expects its site visit in February. CAHS re-accreditation is expected by April 2012. High schools in the St. Croix District continue to prepare for visitation.

In the area of student achievement, the Department continued to focus on restructuring of schools that did not make adequate yearly progress (AYP) for several consecutive years. A territorial literacy plan was implemented and revisions were made to the science and social studies curriculum. Additionally, writing assessments were administered to students in grades 5, 8 and 11. School Improvement Planning was improved and involved a complete overhaul of the Education School Improvement Process (eSIP) an ongoing process that involves schools, Districts, and state working together in professional learning communities to promote continuous improvement utilizing the logic model emphasizing the use of data and stakeholder participation.

The Department worked to improve the school atmosphere by expanding its anti-bullying program. For the most current year (School Year 2009-2010) dropout data available, the Territory’s public school dropout rate was 4%. This translates into 316 students -- a 1% decrease or 100 students less than the previous year. From School Year 2005-2006 to School Year 2009-2010 the dropout rate fluctuated between a low 4% and high of 6%.

A new wave of textbook adoption was also done after a review process in each District. This process included demonstration of eBook possibilities and blended learning with both conventional text and online resources. A final decision on the adopted texts in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math K-12 was made in September and the orders were placed. The eBook pilot project (one classroom in each District) was included with the new textbooks adoption.

Improvement to internal efficiency included: implementation of an off-Territory travel program; restructuring of procurement and inventory processes; implementation of a new student information system for improved data tracking and reporting including availability of electronic transcripts, production of No Child Left Behind (NCLB) and Annual Yearly Progress (AYP) reporting via a web- based application. Instructional Technology also focused on the development of a new web portal for an enhanced experience in accessing web-based resources.

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Department of Education

ORGANIZATION TYPE: Service

Strategic Goal (s) 1. All students will be postsecondary and/or career ready upon completion of high school. 2. School environments will be safe and welcoming places that foster learning. 3. All learners have the opportunity to learn from effective teachers and leaders. 4. Schools and programs have the financial and other support services needed to operate effectively.

Performance Goal (s) 1. Increase the percentage of students that earn industry-recognized certifications in various program areas 2. Increase the students’ academic achievement in reading, math and science 3. All students are computer literate by 8th grade according to national technology literacy standards. 4. Reduction of anti-social or unsatisfactory behaviors leading to disciplinary action 5. Improve internal and external stakeholders perception of schools and the department 6. Establish maintenance and monitoring system that ensures at least minimum standards are met for safety, operation and cleanliness. 7. Provide ongoing targeted professional development to improve competencies of teachers/leaders 8. Teacher/Leader performance is monitored and evaluated as required by labor agreements using a new evaluation system 9. Decision makers have access to accurate, relevant and timely data 10. Effectively and efficiently utilize financial resources within specified guidelines

Org 0040000 Administration/Commissioner’s Office

Functional Statement The Office of the Commissioner formulates and oversees the execution of departmental policies, programs and practices; cooperates and coordinates with the Board of Education, the federal government, the Legislature of the U.S. Virgin Islands, the University of the Virgin Islands and other governmental entities in establishing policies and designing educational programs for grades K-12 and the adult population.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Number of schools visited per SG2/ 2 district monthly PG5 Number of Leadership Team SG2/ 2 group meetings held quarterly PG5

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Org 0040354 Public Relations Office

Functional Statement The Public Relations Office is responsible for managing the execution of public relations activities and public information functions for the Department and the Territory’s public schools.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Number of public presentations coordinated and conducted (TV, SG2/ 100 Radio, Conferences, community PG5 agencies, open house etc) SG2/ Number of press releases issued 100 PG5

Org 0041617 Special Education Administration – State Office

Functional Statement The State Office of Special Education is mandated to maximize the educational potential of Virgin Islands children with special needs, age three through twenty-one, via an integrated and cohesive set of support programs, services and activities that will result in the acquisition of lifelong skills and independence. The State Office of Special Education ensures students have available to them a full continuum of placement options including access to the general curriculum, accessible facilities, and programs and services that are implemented in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), preferably in the general education setting. This Office is charged with monitoring the services provided to children and youth in public, private and residential settings to ensure local and federal regulations are met. Additionally, technical assistance and professional development are provided to support the districts.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Number of special education SG3/ targeted professional 1 PG3 development conducted quarterly Number of monitoring visits SG3/ 2 conducted quarterly PG2

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Org 0042200 Planning, Research and Evaluation

Functional Statement The Planning, Research and Evaluation unit is the Department of Education’s clearing-house for student data. It is the research, student data collection and reporting arm for local, federal and intra-departmental response.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent completion and SG4/ implementation of a longitudinal 25% PG9 data system Percentage of students graduating from public schools who are SG1/ 72% required to take remedial courses PG2 at UVI

Org 0042600 Instructional Technology

Functional Statement The Instructional Technology Unit administers mission critical technology related functions and services of the Department that support administration, instruction and learning, including technology integration, standards, and infrastructure. This includes voice, data and video network infrastructure that provide communication and access from schools and support programs to each other and beyond the local environment and to the Internet.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Annual improvement in 8th graders’ scores on technology literacy (21st SG1/ 5 Century Assessment) by 5% PG3 annually Annual increase in visits and use of SG4/ 5% VIDE web-based resources PG5

Org 0140100/0240100 Human Resources

Functional Statement The Division of Human Resources is committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining a high-quality, diverse workforce that effectively meets changing mission requirements and program priorities. The Division provides leadership, guidance, and technical expertise in all areas related to the management of the department’s human resources, including recruitment, employee assistance development, and retention of staff, and leadership in labor-management cooperation.

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FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of Teachers receiving SG3/ above average or satisfactory 20% PG8 ratings on performance evaluations Percentage of Administrators receiving above average or SG3/ 20% satisfactory ratings on performance PG8 evaluations

Org 0042000/42100 Curriculum and Instruction

Functional Statement The Curriculum and Instruction Unit supervises and monitors state educational programs: Curriculum and Instruction, Career, Technical and Adult Education, Fine Arts, English Language Acquisition, Advanced Placement/Gifted and Talented, Cultural Education, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), Assessment, Languages and Literacy. The Division also leads the system improvement process for VIDE.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of Common Core Standards implemented SG1/ 10% (nationally accepted education PG2 standards) Percentage of English Language SG1/ proficiency standards 10% PG2 implemented for ESL students SG1/ Total enrollment in AP courses 440 PG2

Org 0040300 Cultural Education

Functional Statement To transmit a clear and concise knowledge of the history and culture of the Virgin Islands in accordance with Executive Order 422-2006 to the diverse students and adults of the Territory’s schools and neighborhoods, regardless of ethnicity, through enculturation and acculturation that will lead to a greater respect for the Virgin Islands way of life, continued advancement of the culture and fulfilling the quest to achieve a more heterogeneous society.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Number of curricular content areas SG2/ for grades k-12 with VI history or 1 PG5 culture integrated

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Org 0042400: Career, Technical & Adult Education – State

Functional Statement The State Office of Career, Technical & Adult Education is mandated to maximize monitor and provide guidelines to the district vocational and adult education programs.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Number of new curricula revised SG1/ and implemented for CTE programs 2 PG1 and academies Number of CTE curricula aligned SG1/ 2 with Common Core Standards PG1

Org 0041000 Fiscal and Administrative Services

Functional Statement Fiscal and Administrative Services executes departmental fiscal policies. It provides support services to other activity centers; oversees audits of various programs; oversees the expenditures for federal and local budgets; monitors procurement and warehouse operations and oversees the Special Nutrition Programs.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of miscellaneous SG4/ payroll requests processed within 95% PG10 one pay period after receipt. Percentage of Activity Centers SG4/ receiving allotments within three 90% PG10 days of OMB’s release. Percentage of reconciled reports SG4/ 90% completed monthly PG10

Org 0041300 Federal Grants

Functional Statement The Office of Federal Grants is responsible for overseeing grant management activities for the Department of Education; ensures that all grant management activities are in line with all required regulations and guidelines, thereby preventing adverse audit findings or lapsing of funds. The Federal Grants Office further ensures that funds are utilized effectively in meeting the educational needs of children in grades K-12, and beyond. It is the Division’s goal to ensure that all federal funds available to the Department are applied for, obtained, and utilized for the benefit of increasing student achievement, recognizing that the funds are supplemental to the department and all funds are accounted for timely and appropriately.

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FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Number of program monitoring SG4/ 35 visits conducted in each district PG10 Percentage of federal programs in compliance with federal SG4/ regulations 40% PG10 (based on audit findings and monitoring visits)

Org 0041700/0241700 Property Proc. & Aux. Services STT-STJ/STX

Functional Statement The Division of Property and Procurement Auxiliary Services is responsible for the procurement of equipment and supplies for the Department. This Division processes requisitions for goods and services with adherence to applicable procurement regulations under local and federal guidelines. All equipment and supplies are received and checked for accuracy in conjunction with an applicable requisition. The equipment and supplies are tagged and inventoried before being distributed to the schools and offices. The receiving reports for the equipment and supplies are forwarded to the Business Affairs division for payment processing.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target SG4/ Annual reduction of inventory loss 2% PG10

Org 0040200 Special Nutrition Programs State Office

Functional Statement The Office of Special Nutrition Program is responsible for administering the following Child Nutrition (CN) and Food Distribution Programs within the Virgin Islands: National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Special Milk Program, At Risk After-School Snacks Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program, Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), Emergency Food Assistance Program, Charitable Institutions, Soup Kitchen and Shelters. The SNP office also provides training and technical assistance to School Food Authorities (SFAs), assists sponsoring organizations and institutions in interpreting federal regulations and guidelines; monitors program compliance and integrity; conducts administrative, on-site and follow-up reviews of all participating sponsors and institutions; distributes food to the needy in the U.S. Virgin Islands and provides disaster meal service and distribution during hurricanes or other disasters.

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FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Number of monitoring visits to SG4/ 2 School Food Authorities monthly PG10 Percentage reduction in the SG4/ number of findings with program 10% PG10 guidelines

Org 0143000 Administration – Insular Superintendent – STT/STJ

Functional Statement Administration of the Insular Superintendent provides the leadership for implementing, managing and coordinating all instructional and supportive services and provides the administrative leadership for all school personnel in carrying out the goals and objectives of the school district. The Superintendent assures implementation of an appropriate instructional program aimed at increasing levels of student success.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Number of schools in the St. SG1/ Thomas-St. John district making 11 PG2 AYP Percentage of schools in the St. SG2/ Thomas-St. John district with 11 PG2 attendance rates above 95%

Org 0143400 Elementary Programs – STT/STJ

Functional Statement The Elementary Programs Unit provides a comprehensive program for public school students in Grades K- 6 to develop mentally, physically, emotionally, and socially in order to realize their greatest potential. The program provides a basic foundation for enhancing the students’ early life experiences, developing skills that will help them succeed at the next level of schooling.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Annual percentage of students achieving at or above 50th percentile on the VITAL-s in: 3% SG1/  Reading 3% PG2  Mathematics 3%  Science

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Org 0143500 Secondary Programs – STT/STJ

Functional Statement The Secondary Programs Unit provides a program designed to development of academic, social and career competencies to students in grades 7-12. Students pursue programs that build postsecondary and or career readiness skills.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Annual increase in the cohort SG1/ 2% graduation rate PG2 Annual percentage of incidents or SG2/ disciplinary reports leading to 5% PG4 suspension or expulsion

Org 0143600 Curriculum, Assessment & Technology – STT/STJ

Functional Statement The Curriculum, Assessment & Instruction provides leadership in curriculum implementation, assists in the formulation of educational goals and objectives, and monitors the development and use of effective teaching practices and instructional programs.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of teachers receiving SG3/ professional development in one of 5% PG7 the content areas. Number of classroom walk-thru SG3/ 5 conducted weekly PG8

Org 0143300 Career and Technical Education – STT/STJ

Functional Statement The Career and Technical Education program helps youth and adults prepare for the future by building their academic and technical skills. The program endeavors to endow students with the knowledge to proceed with post-secondary education or pursue other post secondary opportunities. The Vocational program enhances learning opportunities for students in the areas of Culinary Arts, Computer Applications, Allied Health-Phlebotomy, and Medical Administrative Assistance – Cosmetology, Architectural Drafting, Carpentry, and Auto Body Repair and Mechanics.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of graduates obtaining SG1/ national certification in career and 70% PG1 technical program of study

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Org 0145100 Special Education - STT/STJ

Functional Statement The Division of Special Education Services, St. Thomas/St. John District has the responsibility to provide a free, appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment for children with disabilities within the ages 3-21. The Division creates, administers, supervises and staffs all special education programs within the school system. The Division provides child find activities, diagnostic services, instruction, counseling, transportation and other related services such as speech-language, physical, occupational, vision therapy, and homebound/hospital services. It also provides training for the staff and assists parents in better understanding their rights and procedural safeguards that help secure these rights.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of special education students placement in a Least SG1/ 3% Restricted Educational PG2 environment Percentage of special education SG1/ students graduating with a regular 3% PG2 high school diploma

Org 0143700 School Lunch – STT/STJ

Functional Statement The School Lunch Program provides to all students, in public, non-public, and child-care institutions, the following School Nutrition Programs: Special Milk Program, National School Lunch Program, National School Breakfast Program, After-School-At-Risk Snack Component and Summer Food Service Program. The School Lunch Program prepares and serves nutritious meals and promotes healthy choices to improve overall nutrition which will enhance the educational performance of students.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Number of findings with program SG4/ 4 guidelines PG10 Reduced percentage of disallowed SG4/ 10% meals PG10

Org 0144100 Plant Operation/Maintenance STT-STJ

Functional Statement The Plant Operation and Maintenance Unit plans and administers a preventative maintenance program for all educational buildings, utilities and grounds. It performs emergency repairs, minor renovations, and other repairs to support the needs of the department.

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FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target

Percentage of schools meeting minimum safety and operational SG2/PG6 80% goals based on quarterly evaluation of a maintenance checklist Percentage of maintenance requests received and completed SG2/PG6 90% within 30 days

Org 0246000 Administration – Insular Superintendent – STX

Functional Statement The Office of the Insular Superintendent provides the leadership for implementing, managing and coordinating all instructional and supportive services.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Number of schools in the St. Croix SG1/ 6 district making AYP PG2 Percentage of schools in the St. SG2/ Croix district with attendance 10% PG2 rates above 95%

Org 0246400 Elementary Programs STX

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Annual percentage of students achieving at or above 50th

percentile on the VITAL-s in: SG1/ 5%  Reading PG2 5%  Mathematics 5%  Science

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Org 0246500 Secondary Programs STX

Functional Statement The Secondary Programs Unit provides a program designed to the development of academic, social and career competencies of students in grades 7-12. Students pursue general academic, vocational or college preparatory programs.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Annual cohort graduation rate SG1/ 30% PG1,2 Percentage reduction in the number of incidents and SG1/ 5% disciplinary reports leading to PG4 suspension or expulsion

Org 0246600 Curriculum and Instruction - STX

Functional Statement The Curriculum and Instruction unit provides leadership in curriculum implementation, assists in the formulation of educational goals and objectives, and monitors the development and use of effective teaching practices and instructional programs.

Org 0246300 Career and Technical Education – STX

Functional Statement The Career and Technical Education program helps youth and adults prepare for the future by building their academic and technical skills. The program endeavors to equip students with the knowledge to proceed with post-secondary education or pursue other post secondary opportunities. The Vocational program enhances learning opportunities for students in the areas of Culinary Arts, Computer Applications, Allied Health-Phlebotomy, and Medical Administrative Assistance – Cosmetology, Architectural Drafting, Carpentry, and Auto Body Repair and Mechanics.

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FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of graduates obtaining SG1/ national certification in a career 20% PG1 and technical program of study

Org 0245100 Special Education STX

Functional Statement The Division of Special Education Services, St. Croix District has the responsibility to provide a free, appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment for children with disabilities within the ages 3-21. The division creates, administers, supervises and staffs all special education programs within the school system. The Division provides child find activities, diagnostic services, instruction, counseling, transportation, and other related services such as speech-language, physical, occupational, vision therapy, and homebound/hospital services. It, also, provide training for the staff and assists parents in better understanding their rights and procedural safeguards that help secure these rights.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of special education students placement in a Least SG1/ 48% Restricted Educational PG2 environment Percentage of special education SG1/ students graduating with a regular 22% PG1,2 high school diploma

Org 0246700 School Lunch – STX

Functional Statement The School Lunch Program provides to all students, in public, non-public, and child-care institutions, the following School Nutrition Programs: Special Milk Program, National School Lunch Program, National School Breakfast Program, After-School-At-Risk Snack Component, and Summer Food Service Program. The School Lunch Program prepares and serves nutritious meals and promotes healthy choices to improve overall nutrition which will enhance the educational performance of students.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of student participation SG2/5 2% in school lunch program PG10 SG4/ Reduced cost of disallowed meals 10% PG10

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Org 0244100 Plant Operation/Maintenance – STX

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target

Percentage of schools meeting minimum safety and operational SG2/ 80% goals based on quarterly evaluation PG6 of a maintenance checklist Percentage of maintenance SG2/ requests received and completed 70% PG6 within 30 days

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Department of Education Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 115,920,594 106,974,760 96,008,956 Capital Outlays 248,840 - - Fringe Benefits 42,211,445 41,581,589 37,240,586 Supplies 3,153,551 4,570,259 3,980,614 Other Svs. & Chgs. 16,691,582 12,256,942 12,334,772 Utilities 8,047,142 12,934,477 12,934,477 Total General Fund 186,273,154 178,318,027 162,499,405

Internal Revenue Matching Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays 22,500 - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 173,686 300,000 - Utilities - - - Total Internal Revenue Matching Fund 196,186 300,000 -

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 186,469,340 178,618,027 162,499,405

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services 1,096,540 994,084 1,014,086 Capital Outlays 283,272 2,498 120,000 Fringe Benefits 276,095 357,152 355,004 Supplies 922,381 646,886 790,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 5,763,090 5,980,552 6,238,779 Utilities 1,300 800 1,000 Total Local Funds 8,342,679 7,981,972 8,518,869

ARRA Funds Personnel Services 28,744,458 - - Capital Outlays 214,909 - - Fringe Benefits 10,108,193 - - Supplies 1,123,371 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 6,265,393 - - Utilities - - - Total ARRA Funds 46,456,324 - -

Federal Funds Personnel Services 10,984,190 13,039,005 13,055,618 Capital Outlays 256,820 51,000 81,060 Fringe Benefits 3,832,649 4,793,872 4,780,362 Supplies 4,891,464 5,813,875 5,967,666 Other Svs. & Chgs. 12,039,823 13,935,021 14,737,481 Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 32,004,946 37,632,773 38,622,187

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 86,803,949 45,614,745 47,141,056

GRAND TOTAL 273,273,288 224,232,772 209,640,461

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Department of Education Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund CENTRAL SERVICES

40000 Administration 710,035 250,857 4,000 277,652 - 1,242,544 40100 Human Resources-STT/STJ 371,502 - 129,129 4,000 65,000 - 569,631 40100 Human Resources - STX 342,444 - 135,331 - - - 477,775 40200 Special Nutrition 322,731 - 105,477 2,500 5,000 - 435,708 40300 Cultural Education 147,200 - 48,991 3,000 16,000 - 215,191 40354 Public Information Office 95,917 - 39,201 2,500 9,676 - 147,294 41000 Administration 215,960 - 77,189 4,000 142,500 - 439,649 41200 Computer Operations 94,760 - 35,710 76,250 109,000 - 315,720 41300 Federal Grants & Audit 206,190 - 89,762 2,000 1,000 - 298,952 41400 Budget Control Office 287,131 - 110,669 2,000 3,250 - 403,050 41500 Payroll Operations 1,751,890 - 108,802 2,000 - - 1,862,692 41600 Business Office - STT/STJ 334,110 - 128,341 2,000 3,500 - 467,951 41600 Business Office - STX 270,816 - 117,683 2,000 5,500 - 395,999 41700 Aux. Svs. Prop & Proc-STT/STJ 770,868 - 178,349 150,000 4,333,815 6,962,931 12,395,963 41700 Aux. Serv. Prop. & Proc.-STX 217,800 - 99,089 150,000 2,908,737 5,971,546 9,347,172 42100 Curriculum Assess. Tech. 150,074 - 58,301 2,000 41,650 - 252,025 42200 Planning, Research & Eval. 202,108 - 86,341 2,000 - - 290,449 42400 Adult Vocational Education 94,664 - 46,424 2,000 35,500 - 178,588 42500 Bi-lingual Services 70,035 - 32,691 2,000 - - 104,726 42600 Instructional Technology 244,293 - 89,627 77,500 608,750 - 1,020,170 44000 Administration 229,080 - 77,611 4,000 5,000 - 315,691 44100 Plant Oper. Maint. - STT/STJ 978,594 - 444,015 100,000 825,000 - 2,347,609 44100 Plant Oper. Maint - STX 841,548 - 376,413 100,000 825,000 - 2,142,961 45000 Administration 165,476 - 68,573 4,000 30,000 - 268,049 45100 Special Education - STT/STJ 4,412,488 - 1,825,883 10,000 725,000 - 6,973,371 45100 Special Education - STX 4,157,708 - 1,666,061 12,500 725,000 - 6,561,269 Sub-total Central Services 17,685,422 - 6,426,520 722,250 11,701,530 12,934,477 49,470,199 DIVISION INSULAR SUPERINTENDENT STT/STJ

43000 Administration 1,134,805 - 371,653 15,000 110,000 - 1,631,458 43100 Curricu. Ctr. Media Lib. Svs. 21,015 - 9,625 2,000 7,000 - 39,640 43200 Student Services - - - 2,000 6,128 - 8,128 43300 Adult Education 300,339 - 119,709 3,000 13,000 - 436,048 43400 Elementary Programs 17,674,016 - 7,060,098 - - - 24,734,114 43500 Secondary Schools 17,983,789 - 6,800,789 - - - 24,784,578 43600 Curriculum & Instruction 522,095 - 177,596 2,000 10,000 - 711,691 43700 School Lunch 1,127,454 - 569,858 1,670,123 90,807 - 3,458,242 Sub-total STT/STJ District 38,763,513 - 15,109,328 1,694,123 236,935 - 55,803,899 DIVISION INSULAR SUPERINTENDENT STX 46000 Administration 982,844 - 291,295 15,000 70,000 - 1,359,139 46100 Curricu. Ctr. Media Lib. Svs. 214,057 - 81,931 2,000 7,000 - 304,988 46200 Student Services 56,663 - 26,129 2,000 5,500 - 90,292 46300 Adult Education 421,510 - 153,866 3,000 13,000 - 591,376 46400 Elementary Programs 18,167,680 - 7,446,692 - - - 25,614,372 46500 Secondary Programs 17,452,297 - 6,670,375 - 200,000 - 24,322,672 46600 Curriculum & Instruction 697,129 - 230,587 2,000 10,000 - 939,716 46700 School Lunch 1,567,841 - 803,863 1,540,241 90,807 - 4,002,752 Sub-total STX District 39,560,021 - 15,704,738 1,564,241 396,307 - 57,225,307 Total General Fund 96,008,956 - 37,240,586 3,980,614 12,334,772 12,934,477 162,499,405 NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS Local Funds 40000 Administration 376,487 - 141,567 - 4,185 - 522,239 41000 Administration 100,000 300,000 800,000 1,200,000 42100 Curriculum Assess. Tech. 150,000 150,000 42400 Adult Vocational Education 32,169 - 2,461 - 2,870 - 37,500 43000 Administration 104,662 39,772 150,000 2,555,715 2,850,149 43300 Adult Education ------43500 Secondary Programs 126,528 17,000 48,081 23,800 234,200 1,000 450,609 46000 Administration 160,331 60,926 150,000 2,555,714 2,926,971 46300 Adult Education 62,894 - 4,811 - 20,295 - 88,000 46500 Secondary Programs 151,015 3,000 57,386 16,200 65,800 - 293,401 Total Local Funds 1,014,086 120,000 355,004 790,000 6,238,779 1,000 8,518,869

ARRA Funds ------Total ARRA Funds ------Federal Funds 40000 Administration - - - 117,500 - - 117,500 40200 Special Nutrition 231,066 - 78,604 36,784 1,391,592 - 1,738,046 40514 School Lunch ST/J 1,522,624 - 702,527 1,050,306 552,281 - 3,827,738 40600 Special Education-State 807,944 - 307,642 42,183 513,011 - 1,670,780 40601 Special Education 4,317,528 - 1,638,570 308,212 1,413,224 - 7,677,534 46700 School Lunch STX 957,231 - 416,690 847,159 704,987 - 2,926,067 Consolidated Blck. Grnt. 5,219,225 81,060 1,636,329 3,565,522 10,162,386 - 20,664,522 Total Federal Funds 13,055,618 81,060 4,780,362 5,967,666 14,737,481 - 38,622,187 GRAND TOTAL 110,078,660 201,060 42,375,952 10,738,280 33,311,032 12,935,477 209,640,461

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University of the Virgin Islands

UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

General Fund

$28,104,581

$28,104,581 100% Appropriated Funds

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University of the Virgin Islands

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Social and Service

Brief History

The University was opened in July, 1963, with a campus on St. Thomas consisting of 175 acres of land previously occupied by a Navy Department installation and deeded to the University by the federal government for educational purposes. Two types of programs, a liberal arts program and occupational program, were offered leading to an associate in arts degree. To provide educational opportunities for the residents of St. Croix at the University level, an evening program was established in October 1964 on a 125 acre campus obtained from the federal government.

After careful consideration of the needs of the Virgin Islands Community and the potential of the University, four-year programs in liberal arts and teacher education were first introduced in 1967-68. Many additional four-year offerings have been added since that time in response to community needs. At the same time, the University has retained and continues to add important two-year programs.

The first baccalaureate degrees were awarded in June, 1970. A graduate program in education at the master's level began in 1973-74 with the first degrees being conferred in 1976. Two new master's programs - business administration and public administration - were instituted on both campuses of the University, beginning with the 1978 spring semester.

The programs currently offered on the St. Croix Campus include several two-year programs with course offerings leading to an associate in arts degree in liberal arts, education specialist in school psychology, and occupational programs; a two-year degree program in agriculture which was approved by the Board of Trustees in 1978 in response to the increasing interest in the agricultural development of the islands; three baccalaureate programs in business administration, education and criminal justice; as well as four masters programs - in education, public administration, business administration and mathematics for secondary teachers.

The Caribbean Research Institute was established as a division of the University in 1965 and was charged with undertaking and stimulating research relating to the Virgin Islands and the Caribbean. The Institute has become the center of a wide range of research projects.

In 1971, the University of the Virgin Islands was accredited, on its first attempt and for the full five-year period, by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Universities and Secondary Schools. In March 1976, the University was re-accredited for a period of ten years. Re-accreditation was again obtained in 1985 and 1991. In March 1997, the University was re-accredited for another 10 years by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Universities. As its session on November 15, 2007, the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools acted to reaffirm accreditation for the University of the Virgin Islands until the year 2017.

In 1972, the University was awarded land-grant status by congressional legislation. This action followed a six-year effort by the University and resulted in the establishment of two land grant programs. The UVI Cooperative Extension Service, established in June 1972, serves as an outward expansion of the University's educational services into the local communities. In December 1972, the UVI Agricultural Experiment Station was officially opened. With the establishment of these programs, decisions pertaining

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to research topics are made here in the Virgin Islands thereby ensuring that scientific investigations are pertinent to specific conditions on these islands.

The Reichhold Center for the Arts, located at the western end of the St. Thomas Campus, began its premiere season on October 8, 1978. The Center was formally dedicated on Friday, February 2, 1979. The primary goal of the Reichhold Center is to serve the people of the Virgin Islands in all aspects of the arts as a cultural and performance facility for the presentation of local talent, to accommodate large local groups and to bring substantial professional artistic talent from the Caribbean, United States, Europe and South America.

In 1983, the University received its first planning grant from the Department of the Interior for the establishment of an Eastern Caribbean Center. The establishment of an Eastern Caribbean Center is the culmination of a long-standing goal of the University to provide our neighbors in the Caribbean with an avenue to seek solutions to problems which affect the entire Caribbean community and to foster understanding of the Caribbean, the U. S. Virgin Islands and the United States.

As an integral part of the University of the Virgin Islands, the Eastern Caribbean Center offers cooperative programs of study, research and training. The Center is designed to address problems of the region by working within the framework of established regional and international institutions and by strengthening relations, promoting understanding and encouraging cooperation between the nations of the Eastern Caribbean and the United States through a collaborative endeavor.

In 1985, legislation was enacted for the creation of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the University of the Virgin Islands. The SBDC was created to foster the development of small businesses by providing management and technical assistance through counseling and training to small businesses and prospective businesses in the Virgin Islands.

In 1986, the College of the Virgin Islands was renamed the University of the Virgin Islands to reflect the growth and diversification of its academic curricula, community and regional services, and research programs. That same year, the United States Congress named UVI one of American’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU); therefore, it holds the distinction of being the only HBCU outside of the continental United States.

Dr. Lawrence C. Wanlass served as the University’s first president from 1962 to 1980. Dr. Arthur A. Richards served as president from 1980 to 1990, Dr. Orville Kean served from 1990 to 2002 and Dr. LaVerne E. Ragster served from 2002 to 2009. In 2009, Dr. David Hall was named the fifth president of the University of the Virgin Islands. UVI is a public liberal arts-based Masters II university, a Historically Black College and University and a Land-Grant institution. Today, UVI has a combined enrollment of approximately 2,500 full-time, part-time and graduate students on its two campuses. It continues to offer a high quality, affordable liberal arts education and professional programs in a culturally diverse environment. The University’s objective is to be recognized as the leading American institution of higher learning in the Caribbean.

Vision of the University

UVI’s vision statement describes what the University wants to be in the future and it declares publicly what its expected outcomes are. Developed with broad institutional support, UVI’s vision is responsive to its dynamic environment and articulates what the institution seeks to become within the context of its mission, as stipulated by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

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Core Values of the University

An integral part of the University of the Virgin Islands’ strength lies in its value system which embodies the principles, ideals and beliefs of its students, faculty, staff, administrators, and trustees; and forms the foundation for our actions. The values represent what is important to us and reveal what we strive to become as a university. These ten values are essential qualities to ensuring the fulfillment of UVI’s mission and vision:  Students First  Learning & Scholarship  Excellence  Teamwork  Collegiality & Shared Governance  Inclusiveness of Ideas  Principled Leadership  Supporting Our Community  Effective Use of Technology  Equitable Reward System

Mission of the University

UVI’s mission clearly defines its purpose within the context of higher education and explains whom the mission serves and what it intends to accomplish. Consistent with accreditation standards and best practices, the mission was examined and refocused with broad institutional, alumni, and community participation in response to the changing environment. The newly clarified mission statement focuses on students, is externally focused, and is grounded in the University’s core values.

Seven Management Values

To maximize its potential and better serve its students and the community, the University implemented a set of management values which would produce a more efficient operation and create more accountability throughout the institution. The system, which is called The Seven Management Values, was implemented in 2009. This system has allowed the University to reduce the turnaround time in regards to certain services, provide better services to its customers, and make more informed and thoughtful decisions.

The Seven Management Values are:

1. Higher performance Institution with a focus on quality 2. Service oriented 3. Uncompromised integrity 4. Informed decision making 5. Fiscal responsibility 6. Performance assessment 7. Emotional and spiritual health

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Scope and Overview

The University of the Virgin Islands is an instrumentality of the Government of the Virgin Islands and an institution of higher education. The University is the only institution of higher education in the Virgin Islands and is a vital element of the social and political infrastructure of the Virgin Islands and wider Caribbean region. Approximately 2,745 full-time and part-time students are enrolled in the University’s specialist, masters, baccalaureate and associate degree programs, on two campuses located on the islands of St. Thomas and St. Croix. The University also provides programs for continuing education, locally relevant research and several community based services. While founded on the established traditions of American higher education, the University uses these traditions to develop and sustain the programs and services necessary to transform the economic and social character of the Virgin Islands and the Caribbean. The University was chartered as the College of the Virgin Islands, a publicly funded coeducational liberal arts institution, on March 16, 1962, by Act 852 of the Virgin Islands Legislature, in accordance with section 16(a) of the revised Organic Act of the U.S. Virgin Islands of 1954, as amended. The University was first accredited in 1971 by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (“Middle States”). According to the law, the University’s cornerstone objective is to provide for: …the stimulation and utilization of the intellectual resources of the people of the Virgin Islands and the development of a center of higher learning whereby and wherefrom the benefits of culture and education may be extended throughout the Virgin Islands.

In 1960, the Virgin Islands Legislature created a temporary body called the Virgin Islands College Commission to survey the need for a territorial college. In April 1961, Governor Ralph M. Paiewonsky pledged to establish such a college, and in July 1961, he hosted a Governor’s Conference on Higher Education to analyze the Virgin Islands’ educational scene.

The first campus opened on St. Thomas in July 1963, on 175 acres donated by the federal government. The first Board of Trustees took office in August 1963. In 1964, the second campus opened on St. Croix on 125 acres also donated by the federal government.

In 1972, the College of the Virgin Islands was awarded Land Grant status by the U.S. Congress. This allowed for the establishment of the Agricultural Experiment Station (“AES”), the Cooperative Extension Service (“CES”), and a resident instruction program in agriculture. Since then, the University has added many other programs and services such as the Reichhold Center for the Arts, the Eastern Caribbean Center, the William P. MacLean Marine Science Center, the Small Business Development Center (“SBDC”) and most recently the Sports and Fitness Center.

In 1986, by Act No. 5207 of the Virgin Islands Legislature, the College of the Virgin Islands was renamed “The University of the Virgin Islands” to reflect the growth and diversification of its academic curricula, community and regional services, and research programs. The same year, the U.S. Congress named the University one of America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Today, the University enrolls full-time and part-time, undergraduate and graduate students in numerous degree programs on its two campuses through which it offers a high quality, affordable liberal arts education in a culturally diverse environment. The University also offers several non-degree programs through which students can earn certificates, continuing education credits or workforce training.

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Since its founding more than 40 years ago, the University has been successful in fulfilling its mission and achieving its goals. Its graduates include two Rhodes Scholars, a Harry Truman Scholar, a Pulitzer Prize

recipient, an ambassador, presidents of major companies, university presidents and professors, attorneys, physicians, state senators, nurses, teachers and scientists.

The University’s vision is to gain global recognition as an exceptional U.S. institution of higher education in the Caribbean dedicated to student success, committed to excellence, and pledged to enhancing the social and economic transformation of the Virgin Islands.

As the University looks to the future, it seeks to facilitate the social and economic transformation of the Virgin Islands by continuing to build an outstanding higher education institution that is competitive, sustainable, and increasingly more responsive to the needs of the Virgin Islands and eastern Caribbean. In just four decades, the University has become a leading provider of intellectual capital in the region, and its commitment to high quality academics, innovative research, and dedicated public service has never been stronger.

The University’s Strategic Plan envisions the University as a comprehensive educational institution that is globally recognized and dedicated to the advancement of the Virgin Islands and its people. To fully realize this vision, the University has begun to transform itself by expanding its socio-economic reach in the region, aggressively increasing enrollment, expanding its endowment, extending its entrepreneurial activities, and increasing present levels of federally funded research programs and grants. In addition, the University is aggressively promoting its newly established Research and Technology Park which, when operational, is expected to attract knowledge-based and e-commerce companies to the Virgin Islands, and create hundreds of jobs for the residents of the Virgin Islands, especially on St. Croix.

The University also is vigorously seeking additional revenue sources, improving administrative processes, enhancing teaching and learning techniques that better prepare graduates for emerging careers, and, by collaborating with key stakeholders locally and abroad, more effectively addressing the complex issues confronting the Virgin Islands. Over the next ten to twenty years, the University believes these collective efforts will transform the University in ways that will insure its success and future for generations to come.

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University of the Virgin Islands Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Lump Sum Expenses 33,288,229 31,618,752 28,104,581 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total General Fund 33,288,229 31,618,752 28,104,581

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUND 33,288,229 31,618,752 28,104,581

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS - - -

GRAND TOTAL 33,288,229 31,618,752 28,104,581

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University of the Virgin Islands Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Lump Sum Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Expenses Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 90000 University of the Virgin Islands 28,104,581 - - - - - 28,104,581 Total General Fund 28,104,581 - - - - - 28,104,581

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Local Funds ------

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 28,104,581 - - - - - 28,104,581

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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Department of Health

Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation

Schneider Regional Medical Center

Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital & Medical Center

Department of Human Services

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Department of Health

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Administration – Administrative Services Transportation Services Office of Human Resources Maintenance Preventive Health Administration Environmental Health Admin.STT/STX Alcohol, Drug Abuse and Mental Health Admin. Alcohol, Drug Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Long-Term Care Unit STT Health Planning, Research and Statistics Maternal Child Health and Children with Special Health Emergency Medical Services Care Needs Computer and Communication Family Planning Services St. John Clinic Dental Health Services Health Professions Institute Nutrition Services Operations Health Education Administration – Financial Services Health Insurance and Medical Assistance Financial Services Territory-Wide Community Health Administration Budget Control General Clinic Federal Programs Office Supportive Services Health Revenue Services Venereal Disease Control

Immunization

General Fund Health Revolving Fund Federal Funds Arra Funds Emergency Service Special Fund Casino Revenue Fund Departmental Indirect Cost $44,549,705 $3,941,036 $17,867,057 10.55% 40.11%

Appropriated Non-Appropriated $21,684,309 Funds Funds 48.67% 42.48% $161,144 0.36% $128,870 0.29% $672,139 $95,150 1.51% 0.25% 324

Message from the Commissioner of Health

The Department of Health (DOH) derives its authority from Title 3 of the Virgin Islands Code, which grants direct responsibility to conduct preventive medicine programs, to protect the health of residents, and to enforce all statutes pertaining to public health for the prevention and suppression of disease and injury.

DOH’s mission is to Reduce Health Risks, Increase Access to Quality Healthcare and Enforce Health Standards. In order to fulfill this mission, DOH operates public health facilities on the islands of St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas, and one long-term care facility on the island of St. Thomas.

The Department’s goals include increasing access to health care services, promoting health education and chronic disease prevention and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. It administers 33 activity centers and 16 federal programs under five (5) main divisions as follows: Office of the Commissioner, Office of Fiscal Affairs, Support Services, Public Health Services; and Health Promotion & Statistics.

The following information highlights some of the Department’s major accomplishments for Fiscal Year 2011.

Office of the Commissioner  Three mid-level managers were hired to fill the positions of Director of Maternal and Child Health/Children with Special Healthcare Needs, Policy Advisor and Director of Human Resources.

 The Health Information Technology Division (HIT) held Town Hall meetings to promote Health Information Exchange (HIE) practices in the Virgin Islands. A second initiative included the automation of client records at the Health Department via implementation of an Electronic Health Records System (EHRs). The EHR and the HIE are mandates of Virgin Islands Act No. 7264 and the Affordable Care Act of 2010.

Bureau of Health Insurance and Medical Assistance (MAP)  The Virgin Islands Department of Health signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the West Virginia Department of Health. The partnership will allow the Virgin Islands to employ the services of Molina Medicaid Solutions, the company that provides West Virginia with their Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS). The MMIS protects health data through use of a central, secure location; by accelerated processes for improved access to data; enhanced management and administrative reporting procedures, error reduction; and significantly reduced processing costs.

 The Department of Health’s Medical Assistance Program collaborated with the Virgin Islands Department of Human Services to streamline common eligibility processes to facilitate improved services to mutual clients. Currently, an approximate 8,500 residents are eligible for Medicaid in the Virgin Islands and MAP anticipates receipt of federal funding in Fiscal Year 2013 to maintain at minimum the current level of services to the uninsured and underinsured of the Virgin Islands.

 The Department established a Pharmacy Benefit Manager Program with CIGNA to better control the cost of prescription drugs to MAP clients.

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Health Information Technology  The Department of Health’s HIT Division led the Health Information Exchange (HIE) initiative on behalf of the Virgin Islands Government. Town Hall meetings were in efforts to gain input from health care providers.

 One of the key benefits of the Heath Insurance Exchange is the ability of healthcare providers to use this medium to fulfill the requirements of the health reform initiative mandated by both the Affordable Care Act of 2010 and Virgin Islands Act. No. 7264.

Emergency Medical Services  The division of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) dedicated the Liston “Huntie” Sprauve Ambulance Boat as the first of its kind in the region. The dedication was hailed a “glorious day” for the island of St. John. The boat will be used for both medical and maritime emergencies.

 The Division also acquired a $500,000 grant from the Department of the Interior to support the operation and delivery of emergency medical services throughout the Territory. The funding will assist with the purchase of two (2) ambulances to augment the current fleet.

 The EMS graduated its first group of firefighters, a total of nine (9), cross-trained in emergency medical services procedures.

 Emergency medical technicians worked for brief periods of time at fire stations in Bordeaux and Frederiksted in efforts to improve emergency response times in the specified areas.

Public Health Preparedness Program  The Department of Health earned a Silver Award in the category of Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication from the premier voice of health communication―the National Public Health Information Coalition (NPHIC) for success in its “Fight the Bite Dengue Fever Education Campaign”. The campaign was geared towards getting residents to recognize that Dengue Fever prevention is not the sole responsibility of government but everyone and to understand how they are the best protectors against Dengue Fever, a disease that has caused more deaths among humans than any other vector-borne disease.

 The Program worked closely with the CDC and the V. I. Tourism Department in investigation of past cases of waterborne disease at area resorts in efforts to effectively stem potential public relations fall outs that may arise from visitors to our shores.

Outreach Services  With the aim of making health care services convenient and accessible to all, the V. I. Department of Health, conducted free screening outreach activities in partnership with these agencies: V. I. Legislature; Governor’s Children and Family Council; V. I. Department of Human Services’ Project Homeless; V. I. Department of Education and the V. I. Department of Labor.

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 Further, in accordance with current mandates, the division of Outreach Services conducted activities during Agricultural Fairs territory-wide and the National Public Health Week, observed April annually. Throughout the year, the STD/HIV/TB Program offered free testing at various outreach venues such as nightclub and business hubs like Seaborne Airlines where people congregate. The Outreach Services hosted events in association with Scotia Bank and partnered with other HIV/AIDS providers. The Department of Health’s Immunization Program hosts free flu vaccine clinics year-round and in conjunction with Tutu Park Mall on St. Thomas and Cost-U-Less Market on the island of St. Croix.

Division of Mental Health, Alcoholism and Drug Dependency Services  The Division of Mental Health, Alcoholism and Drug Dependency Services received reaccreditation of its methadone Program; continued work on court-mandated Consent Decree issues in accordance with partnership between the departments of Education, Human Services and the Territory’s hospitals.

 Work was completed at the Eldra Schulterbrandt Annex and with the intent to move patients who current reside at the Main facility over to the Annex.

Family Planning Program  In partnership with the University of the Virgin Islands on St. Thomas and the Education Complex on the island of St. Croix family planning services were enhanced and expanded to adolescent throughout the Virgin Islands. Outreach efforts targeted approximately 65% of teenagers territory-wide relative to their HIV status. It is anticipated the efforts will result in reduced teenage pregnancy and an increase demand for family planning services.

 Family Planning also provided breast and cervical cancer screening services

Chronic Disease and Prevention  The Division of Chronic Disease and Prevention received honorable mention at the Frankie Awards from the National Diabetes Education Foundation Program for its media campaign for persons with diabetes.

The Virgin Islands’ Department of Health envisions a healthier future for the people of the Virgin Islands as it works to achieve and to maintain quality results and outcomes through continuous performance improvement and learning. The Department continues to dedicate itself to unconditional delivery of services to all citizens and visitors to the Territory with integrity, respect within a collaborative environment in efforts to solve problems, make informed decisions and achieve common goals.

In recognition of the Department’s role to promote and protect the health and safety of all persons within the boundaries of the U.S. Virgin Islands upon legislative approval the Bureau of Medical Assistance (MAP) will be transferred to the Department of Human Services beginning Fiscal Year 2013. During times of fiscal stress, it is through cooperative agreements and consolidations that the Government of the Virgin Islands will be able to protect and promote the health of all residents and visitors to the Territory.

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Department Of Health

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service and Social

Strategic Goals (s): 1. Improve public safety by ensuring appropriate standards of care 2. Improve public health through education 3. Assist economic development through an efficient healthcare workforce 4. Ensure efficient energy utilization through infrastructure development

Performance Goals (s): 1. Provide health education 2. Promote disease prevention 3. Improve public safety through regulatory compliance

Org 7000 Administration/Org 70080 Operations Org 70100 Financial Services/Org 70130 Budget Control/Administrative Services/Org 70400 Preventive Health Administration

Functional Statement The Division of Financial and Administrative Services provides support to the Department of Health in the areas of human resources, budget preparation and oversight, tracking of expenditures, payroll, contract administration and facilities management.

Org 70010 Health Planning, Research and Statistics

Functional Statement The Bureau of Vital Statistics and Research records and preserves the Territory’s birth and death events. The Bureau is also mandated to record incidences of cancer in the Territory. The Department of Health’s Office of Licensure and Health Planning promotes the delivery of essential health care services to the residents of the Virgin Islands by establishing standards which improve access to and the quality of healthcare, and the containment healthcare costs. The Office seeks to cultivate knowledge and understanding of health care delivery systems and the certificate of need (CON) process through public participation, involvement in planning and data collection efforts, and a constant focus on ‘how to’ protect the public’s health, safety and welfare. The Office ascertains competency of care via the licensure of health care professionals, the enforcement of standards of practice and the dissemination of information to healthcare practitioners and the public.

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FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target

Percentage of registered births reported SG1,2/ 97% PG2 Percentage of registered deaths reported SG1,2/ 100% PG2 Percentage of incidences of cancer SG1,2/ 97% reported as primary or secondary cause of PG2 death Certificate of Need (CON) applications SG1,2/ completed within 90 days PG1,3 60% Allied Health Applications completed SG1,2,3/ within 15 business days PG1,3 75% Licenses (Institutional, Locum Tenens, SG1,2,3/ Special Unrestricted only) processed within PG1,3 60% five (5) business days

Org 70020 Emergency Medical Services

Functional Statement The Emergency Medical Services Division is a first responder. It manages the ambulance system, sets standards for the delivery of emergency medical services territory-wide and conducts trainings for all first responders in both the public and private sectors.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target

Percentage response of ambulance SG1/ 70% dispatch time of 2 minutes or less PG3 Percentage of response time to the scene SG1/ 70% in 10 minutes or less PG3 Percentage of runs meeting the National SG1/ 70% Standards (trauma)on scene time of 10 PG3 minutes

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Org 70030 Computer and Communication

Functional Statement The Division of Health Information Technology (HIT) provides information technology support to all DOH computer users to include providing technical assistance, maintaining the DOH network and servers; off- site network accessibility and completing minor repairs to hardware as necessary. HIT also has responsibility over telephone and cellular phone infrastructure to enable mobile access to the DOH network. HIT is also responsible for assisting with implementation of automation of various divisions including electronic health records system (EHRs) and has oversight of the V.I. Government’s Health

Information Exchange (HIE) implementation, to allow for the rapid and secure exchange of information between healthcare providers.

The Virgin Islands Department of Health received funding is Fiscal Year 2010 in the amount of $1 million to provide and “…implement a robust, self-sustaining HIE infrastructure in order to enable the efficient and secure flow of health information from Electronic Health Records (EHRs) across providers in the Virgin Islands as well as between V. I. providers and the rest of the national health care system” and to enable”…healthcare stakeholders in the Territory to effectively and efficiently provide improved, high quality healthcare to all V. I. citizens”.

Org 70050 St. John Clinic

Functional Statement The Morris DeCastro Clinic on the island of St. John houses the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division and the DOH Community Health Services program; to include Mental Health, Women’s Health, Immunization, WIC, MCH, MAP and STD/HIV clinics.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY13 Target Percentage of mental health clients SG1,2,3/ compliant with medication regimen PG1,2,3 75% Percentage of mental health clients SG1,2,3/ compliant with referrals to PG1,2,3 75% counseling services

Org 70060 Risk Management

Functional Statement: The Medical Risk Management (MRM) Unit is a function of the Office of the Commissioner, Legal Affairs Division. It is responsible for processes pertinent to medical malpractice claims against healthcare providers in the Territory. MRM distinguishes itself as a comprehensive healthcare protection fund committed to loss prevention, risk management and litigation management. MRM is dedicated to assisting hospitals, healthcare facilities, and insured healthcare professionals improve the quality of patient care by minimizing risk exposures.

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FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Reduce the average number of days of receipt of a complaint by the SG1,3/ 60% Office of the Commissioner and the PG3 resolution of a claim.

Org 70070 Health Professions Institute

Functional Statement The Health Professions Institute (HPI) coordinates all training activities relative to staff development and specialized training for health professionals and all other educational activities of the Department. However, given austerity measures, this program is not funded and is considered defunct.

Org 70080 Operations

Functional Statement The Operations Unit is also referred to as the Division of Support Services on the DOH organizational chart. This division coordinates facilities management, space planning, leases, construction and renovations of all DOH facilities. The mission is to maintain and provide the community with access to quality heath care facilities throughout the Territory.

The Operations Unit seeks to consolidate St. Thomas public health activities to one location in efforts to reduce the approximate $600,000 spent annually in rent for 10 locations. The cost for design, renovation and construction of the John S. Moorehead Complex is estimated to be $16 million. This amount does not incorporate anticipated inflationary increases during Fiscal Year 2013.

Org 70100 Financial Services

Functional Statement The Division of Financial Services manages the Department of Health’s expenditures and conducts financial activities.

The Division of Financial Services under the direction of the Department of Health’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides support pertinent to human resources planning; budget preparation, expenditure control, payroll preparation, contract administration, facilities management and oversight of financial records.

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Org 70110 Financial Services Territory-wide

Functional Statement The Financial Services Unit manages departmental expenditures to include payroll. It maintains all financial records and coordinates and monitors financial activities.

This Division is also under the umbrella of the Chief Financial Officer with the responsibility to coordinate territorial financial services. In efforts to improve accountability and to create a culture that encourages the exercise of fair judgment and initiative in pursuit of organizational goals, the Unit hopes to place all fiscal officers under its direct supervision. This will also encourage a philosophy of teamwork to include active collaboration in the areas of problem solving, decision making and the achievement of common goals.

Org 70140 Federal Programs Office

Functional Statement The Office of Federal Grants (OFG) has oversight of 65 individual grant projects with responsibility to ensure each program operates within prescribed laws. OFG determines which projects are appropriate to pursue through submission of new grant applications. The Office manages federally-funded projects portfolios; ensures each project is budgeted and approved for online spending by the Department of Finance and the Office of Management and Budget; processes financial reimbursement draw downs for goods and services procured; manages the Indirect cost administrative budget to ascertain program compliance and to formulate monthly and quarterly cash management reports.

The Federal Programs Office grants management focus for Fiscal Year 2013 and beyond is to ensure total compliance with the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006. The OFG will maintain a focus of continued performance improvement to include compliance training for directors of the various federal programs to facilitate fluent knowledge of federal funding governing circulars. The OFG will also research issues of noncompliance and assist directors of impacted programs to come into compliance.

Org 70150 Health Revenue Services

Functional Statement Health Revenue Services is an office within the Division of Financial Services and is responsible for the billing and collection of all Department of Health revenues.

Health Revenue Services houses all cashiers in efforts to facilitate the collection of revenues generated from regulatory and service provider functions. Revenue generation is from contributions to malpractice insurance by healthcare providers; issuance of birth and death certificates; income from clinical services and ambulance transport; payments for food handlers and business permits which certify compliance with the statues that govern Food Code. Health Revenue also serves as a clearing house for payment of various fines associated with non-compliance with regulatory statutes and collection of delinquent payments for past services rendered.

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Org 70300 Administration – Administrative Services

Functional Statement Administrative Services is a function of the Division of Support Services and specifically refers to Department of Health real estate. It provides oversight for the operations, maintenance, security and transportation units.

Org 70310 Transportation Services

Functional Statement Transportation Services is a part of the Division of Support Services. The Unit provides transportation and mail delivery services for the DOH. The Unit maintains a fleet of vehicles used in the delivery of packages and equipment and provides shuttle services for Department of Health staff.

Org 70320 Office of Human Resources

Functional Statement The Virgin Islands Department of Health’s Human Resources (HR) Division provides quality human resource services to attract, develop, motivate and retain a diverse workforce within a supportive work environment. This is accomplished with an emphasis on customer service and for the purpose of improving the quality of work of all employees.

The Human Resource Division engages in employee recruitment as well as organizational and employee development through a variety of training offerings; employee relations and grievance resolution, compensation and benefits, and Human Resource Information Management, in addition to disability management services. The employee assistance programs furnish confidential assessments, and make available to employees counseling, crisis intervention, and referral services. Org 70330 Maintenance

Functional Statement The Maintenance Unit is part of the Division of Support Services and is charged with housekeeping and facilities maintenance, which consists of repairs to the 91,000 square feet Charles Harwood Medical Complex on the island of St. Croix and the various Department of Health facilities on the island of St. Thomas.

The Unit performs whatever tasks necessary to maintain the various locations to include the overall security and protection of visitors and employees.

Org 70420 Environmental Health Services

Functional Statement The Division of Environmental Health ensures compliance with public health standards. The Division performs inspections of food establishments; issues health permits; conducts general sanitation inspections of private homes and businesses and responds to a variety of public health complaints. The Division is also responsible for vector control analysis.

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FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Percentage of food establishments to SG1,2 80% pass inspection. PG1,2,3, Provide training opportunities for all DOH Environmental Health field staff SG2/PG3 50% in current assignments. Increase the number of inspections and to decrease the length of time to SG2/PG3 75% issue health permits.

Org 70430 Alcohol, Drug Abuse & Mental Health Administration

Functional Statement The Division of Mental Health, Alcoholism and Drug Dependency provides mental health and substance abuse services territory-wide. These services include substance abuse treatment and prevention, crisis intervention, outreach, case management, rehabilitation and counseling.

FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Percentage of clients who present for mental health services/appointments SG1,2/ 80% as scheduled PG1,2,3, Percentage of clients who present for SG1,2/ substance abuse treatment and PG1,2,3 60% prevent services as scheduled

Org 70450 Long-Term Care Units - STT

Functional Statement The Long Term Care Unit, also known as the Eldra Shulterbrandt Residential Facility (ESF), provides 24- hour comprehensive treatment in a secure setting to severely mentally ill adults on a voluntary and involuntary basis.

FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Percentage of residents diagnosed with diabetes and hypertension whose SG2/ 75% disease(s) are considered to be PG1,2 controlled

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Org 70460 Maternal Child Health (MCH) and Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) Services

Functional Statement The MCH and CSHCN Services program promotes quality healthcare for women, children and families to include children with special health care needs. FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Increase in percentage of pre-teen/ adolescents, ages 10-19, who have SG1,2,3,4/ access to comprehensive primary and PG1,2,3 20% preventative health care Increase in percentage of newborns screened prior to discharge based on SG1,2,3,4/ 100% total number of new births PG1,2,3 Increase in the percentage of families with children with special health care SG1,2,3,4/ 25% needs who participate in the transition PG1,2,3 process from age 11

Org 70470 Family Planning Services

Functional Statement: The Family Planning Program provides affordable, culturally sensitive, social and reproductive health services to women, men and adolescents. This program encourages family participation in the decisions minors make and conducts activities which promote positive family relationships.

FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Percent increase the involvement of SG1,2,3,4/ male users of the Program territorially PG1,2.3 20 % Percent increase initial adult female SG1,2,3,4/ users of the Program PG1,2,3 70% Increase initial teen-age users of the SG1,2,34/ Program territorially PG1,2,3 70%

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Org 70500 Health Education

Functional Statement The Health Education Unit provides public health education and conducts disease prevention activities throughout the U.S. Virgin Islands. It also provides educational information and expertise and serves as a clearing-house for all health educational materials.

FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Number of community outreach SG1/ events per month PG 1,2 1 Number of persons per month SG1/ reporting behavior change due to 10 PG1,2 health promotion campaigns Number of hits to diabetes website per SG1/ month (www.usvidiabetes.org) PG1,2 10,000

Org 70530 General Clinic

Functional Statement The DOH Community Health Clinics provide general preventive health services to the people of the Virgin Islands as well as primary health care to individuals with limited access to such care from the private sector.

FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Increase percentage of diabetics under SG 1,2 acceptable control by ADA guidelines PG 1,2 40% Increase obesity control by weight SG1,2,3,4 reduction program PG1,2,3 30%

Org 70540 Supportive Services

Functional Statement The Supportive Services focuses on specific risk factors and associated interventions to address chronic diseases.

FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Increase control of hypertension of SG1,2,3,4/ 70% patients PG1,2,3

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Org 70560 Venereal Disease Control

Functional Statement The Venereal Disease Control unit is responsible for the containment and prevention of sexually transmitted diseases. Services include HIV/TB/STD screening, diagnostic as well as treatment and prevention activities.

FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Decrease the number of HIV/AIDS SG1,2,3,4/ clients initially treated but do not PG1,2,3 20% return to care Decrease the number of positive SG1,2,3,4/ 20% Chlamydia cases in ages 16-29 PG1,2,3

Org 70570 Immunization

Functional Statement The Immunization Unit immunizes infants, children, adolescents, adults and persons traveling to other countries and increases access to affordable vaccination services through federal and local funding. It also participates in educating healthcare providers and the general population at-large about vaccine preventable diseases.

FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/ PG Target Percent of children (birth through 6 years) with up-to-date SG1,2,3,4/ immunizations at school entry PG1,2,3 85% based on total number eligible Percent of adults over 65 years SG1,2,3,4/ 55% immunized against the flu PG1,2,3 Percent of adolescents (11-18 years) with up to date SG1,2,3,4/ 50% immunizations based on total PG1,2,3 number eligible

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Department of Health Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 16,559,070 15,534,134 13,380,408 Capital Outlays - 10,000 - Fringe Benefits 5,641,092 5,768,682 4,853,889 Supplies 706,510 458,583 338,627 Other Svs. & Chgs. 10,122,206 8,934,814 3,005,065 Utilities 328,751 126,320 106,320 Total General Funds 33,357,629 30,832,533 21,684,309

Health Revolving Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays 23,091 42,750 42,750 Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 545,969 537,523 534,423 Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,738,244 1,849,846 1,794,159 Utilities 1,121,542 1,569,704 1,569,704 Total Health Revolving Fund 3,428,847 3,999,823 3,941,036

Internal Revenue Matching Fund - - - Total Internal Revenue Matching Fund - - -

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 36,786,476 34,832,356 25,625,345

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services 476,178 626,008 487,057 Capital Outlays 8,128 10,000 10,000 Fringe Benefits 164,324 201,417 185,082 Supplies 64,669 88,435 88,435 Other Svs. & Chgs. 332,964 124,250 125,585 Utilities 476,178 - - Total Local Funds 1,522,441 1,050,110 896,159

ARRA Funds 2,713,569 - 161,144 Total ARRA Funds 2,713,569 - 161,144

Federal Funds Personnel Services 5,398,960 5,758,718 5,122,034 Capital Outlays 156,175 458,221 138,595 Fringe Benefits 2,000,324 2,231,383 1,889,235 Supplies 5,814,235 6,361,214 6,314,446 Other Svs. & Chgs. 18,889,920 20,423,627 4,349,328 Utilities 66,845 85,129 53,419 Total Federal Funds 32,326,459 35,318,292 17,867,057

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 36,562,469 36,368,402 18,924,360

GRAND TOTAL 73,348,945 71,200,758 44,549,705

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Department of Health Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 70000 Administration 674,645 - 172,415 - 267,967 - 1,115,027 70010 Health Plnr & Stats. 302,639 - 130,580 - - - 433,219 70020 Emer. Med. Svs. 3,760,802 - 1,324,646 - - - 5,085,448 70030 Computer & Communi. 366,102 - 89,533 - 4,500 - 460,135 70050 St. John Clinic 141,218 - 53,994 - - - 195,212 70060 Ofc. Risk Mgmt. 73,600 - 30,388 - 455,215 - 559,203 70070 Health Profess. Instit. - - 3,500 - 3,500 70080 Hospital Management 44,372 - 15,498 - - - 59,870 70110 Financial Svs. Terr. 548,656 - 179,405 - - - 728,061 70130 Budget Control 79,157 - 34,985 - - - 114,142 70150 Health Revenue Services 414,593 - 196,822 - - - 611,415 70300 Administration - Adm. Svc 318,125 - 99,902 - - - 418,027 70310 Transportation Services 82,944 - 28,061 - - - 111,005 70320 District Personnel Office 111,411 - 45,312 - - - 156,723 70330 Maintenance 998,735 - 485,282 - - 106,320 1,590,337 70400 Administration - PHS 116,254 - 37,000 - - - 153,254 70420 Environmental Health 303,006 - 132,888 27,600 58,400 - 521,894 70430 Alcohol Drug Abuse Mental 254,331 - 82,143 3,600 1,865,534 - 2,205,608 70440 Alcohol Drug Abuse Mental 970,462 - 300,869 10,980 11,320 - 1,293,631 70450 Long Term Care Unit Stt 673,852 - 299,420 68,300 111,645 - 1,153,217 70460 MCH CC Services 595,877 - 202,591 9,000 10,200 - 817,668 70470 Family Planning Services 48,320 - 24,781 6,115 4,000 - 83,216 70500 Health Education 58,568 - 30,407 1,500 11,986 - 102,461 70520 Health Administratio 88,330 - 37,293 4,474 7,830 - 137,927 70530 General Clinic 325,871 - 113,744 17,111 7,700 - 464,426 70540 Supportive Services 1,864,980 - 642,167 9,400 6,740 - 2,523,287 70560 Venereal Disease Control 65,118 - 28,255 10,576 5,625 - 109,574 70570 Immunization - - - 156,714 140,500 - 297,214 70620 Breast and Cervical 6,440 - 492 - - - 6,932 70630 Surveillance 92,000 - 35,016 13,257 32,403 - 172,676 Total General Fund 13,380,408 - 4,853,889 338,627 3,005,065 106,320 21,684,309 Health Revolving Fund 70000 Administration - - - 37,533 93,652 - 131,185 70010 Hlth Pln & Stats - - - 7,800 10,000 - 17,800 70020 Emergency Med. Services - - - 52,875 49,000 - 101,875 70030 Computer & Communica. - 42,750 - 69,000 165,100 - 276,850 70050 St. John Clinic - - - 48,000 67,898 50,000 165,898 70060 Office Risk Management - - - 5,700 374,000 - 379,700 70070 Health Profess. Instit. - - - 3,500 39,050 - 42,550 70080 Hospital Management - - - 2,000 6,500 - 8,500 70110 Financial Svs Ter - - - 18,500 171,100 - 189,600 70130 Budget Control - - - 7,000 5,300 - 12,300 70140 Federal Programs Off. - - - 4,420 3,700 - 8,120 70150 Health Revenue Svs. - - - 11,500 5,900 - 17,400 70300 Administration-ADM. SVS - - - 1,500 10,750 - 12,250 70310 Transportation Svcs. - - - 20,605 166,709 - 187,314 70320 District Personnel Off. - - - 4,950 16,000 - 20,950 70330 Maintenance - - - 149,540 478,500 1,488,204 2,116,244 70420 Environmental Health - - - 40,000 41,000 - 81,000 70460 MCH-CC Services - - - 50,000 90,000 31,500 171,500 Total Health Revolving Fund - 42,750 - 534,423 1,794,159 1,569,704 3,941,036

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 70000 Administration 487,057 - 185,082 - 95,150 - 767,289 70020 Emergency Med. Services - 10,000 - 88,435 30,435 - 128,870 Total Local Funds 487,057 10,000 185,082 88,435 125,585 - 896,159

ARRA Funds 121,900 - 39,244 - - - 161,144 Total ARRA Funds 121,900 - 39,244 - - - 161,144 Federal Funds 70000 Administration 342,265 80,000 121,348 93,674 266,036 - 903,323 70020 Emergency Medical Services 34,460 27,595 14,549 1,245 52,151 - 130,000 70050 St. John Clinic ------70300 Administration-ADM. SVS ------70440 Alcohol Drug Abuse Mental 465,151 - 168,635 57,137 902,985 - 1,593,908 70460 MCH & CC Services 926,986 31,000 324,499 65,000 882,112 - 2,229,597 70470 Family Planning Services 441,073 - 171,653 77,440 177,048 18,290 885,504 70490 WIC Administration 998,559 - 366,100 5,380,182 421,337 34,349 7,200,527 70540 Supportive Services 1,043,357 - 393,103 592,044 1,011,148 780 3,040,432 70560 Venereal Disease Control 59,914 - 21,603 31,944 79,377 - 192,838 70570 Immunization 810,269 - 307,745 15,780 557,134 - 1,690,928 Total Federal Funds 5,122,034 138,595 1,889,235 6,314,446 4,349,328 53,419 17,867,057 GRAND TOTAL 19,111,399 191,345 6,967,450 7,275,931 9,274,137 1,729,443 44,549,705

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Hospitals and Health Facilities Corporation

HOSPITALS & HEALTH FACILITIES CORPORATION

General Fund Hospital Revolving Fund

$156,960,306

$116,383,197

74% $40,557,109 26% Appropriated Non-Governmental Funds Funds

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Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service and Social

Scope and Overview

In accordance with Act No. 6012, as amended by Act No. 6279, the Virgin Islands Government Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation was established to ensure that quality, comprehensive health care is available to residents and visitors throughout the territory. The Corporation, whose authority was expanded to incorporate the functions of human resources, the procurement of goods and/or services, and the financial management of the Hospital Revolving Fund, is committed to providing effective, affordable quality health care by implementing a new management structure that preserves decentralized control over health care facilities, yet incorporates the benefits of territory-wide planning and coordination.

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Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation Combined Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Schneider Regional Medical Center Lump Sum Expenses - 22,527,776 21,323,995 Personnel Services 21,120,183 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 6,909,157 - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total General Fund 28,029,340 22,527,776 21,323,995

Juan F. Luis Hospital Lump Sum Expenses - 20,535,467 19,253,114 Personnel Services 16,667,792 Capital Outlays - - Fringe Benefits 5,270,300 - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total General Fund 21,938,092 20,535,467 19,253,114

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 49,967,432 43,063,243 40,577,109

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Non-Governmental-Hospital Revolving Funds Lump Sum Expenses - 51,391,105 116,383,197 Personnel Services 34,327,331 22,490,398 - Capital Outlays 941,570 - - Fringe Benefits 3,871,113 1,770,345 - Supplies 32,491,973 15,718,496 - Other Svs. & Chgs. 33,557,620 15,903,249 - Utilities 7,627,867 4,200,000 - Total Non-Governmental-Hospital Revolving Funds 112,817,474 111,473,593 116,383,197

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 112,817,474 111,473,593 116,383,197

GRAND TOTAL 162,784,906 154,536,836 156,960,306

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Hospital and Health Facilities Corporation Combined Three Year Financial Summary by Funds

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Schneider Regional Medical Center 28,029,340 22,527,776 21,323,995 Juan F. Luis Hospital 21,938,092 20,535,467 19,253,114 Total General Fund 49,967,432 43,063,243 40,577,109

NON-GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS

Non-Governmental-Hospital Revolving Funds Schneider Regional Medical Center 58,972,204 60,082,488 62,608,512 Juan F. Luis Hospital 53,845,270 51,391,105 53,774,685 Total Non-Governmental-Hospital Revolving Funds 112,817,474 111,473,593 116,383,197

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

GRAND TOTAL 162,784,906 154,536,836 156,960,306

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Schneider Regional Medical Center SCHNEIDER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Myrah Keating Smith Community Health Center Administration Medical Services Financial Services Nursing Services

Supportive Services

Risk Management Professional Services Hyperbaric Services STT/STJ Hospital Facility Board

General Fund Hospital Revolving Fund $83,932,507

$62,608,512 75%

$21,323,995 Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds Funds 25%

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Message from the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Schneider Regional Medical Center

The Schneider Regional Medical Center (SRMC) consists of three entities, The Roy Lester Schneider Hospital, the Myrah Keating Smith Community Health Center and the Charlotte Kimelman Cancer Institute. The Agency’s mission is to provide comprehensive, quality healthcare to the residents and visitors of the Virgin Islands. The Organization strives to be the healthcare provider of choice to the residents and visitors of the Virgin Islands and the Caribbean. Clinical excellence, customer satisfaction, financial responsibility, and community benefit are the pillars that drive this Organization’s strategic direction.

SRMC is certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), which is a mandate for all participants of the federal Medicare and Medicaid programs. CMS also requires that all healthcare facilities be in compliance with the “Conditions of Participation”. Additionally, Joint Commission accreditation status further assures patients that SRMC provide safe, quality healthcare. The organization is required to satisfy other regulatory agencies’ standards to include: the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). These mandates require output of resources that impact SRMC’s operating budget.

Like many other healthcare organizations, Schneider Regional Medical Center is impacted by the economic downturn and budgetary constraints. The Center’s situation is compounded by frequent overuse of the Emergency Room for basic medical or primary healthcare needs of the community. As a result, SRMC is under-compensated for services rendered.

SRMC is concerned about lagging Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements and the potential impact of national health care reform. Healthcare reform requires improving access while lowering cost. SRMC must be prepared to face the implications of coverage expansion. Working with the Lt. Governor’s Taskforce on Healthcare Reform, SRMC is at the table where key stakeholders are engaged in designing the system to prepare for an increased number of patients in need of healthcare.

Despite these challenges, the Organization remains focused on providing the highest quality patient care, customer satisfaction and fiscal responsibility. The Agency has developed strategies to improve services and continues to invest in its human resources to build a sustainable future for the organization. These investments include: staff education, leadership development, succession planning, recruitment and retention. The Agency’s continued need to increase capital investments, including information technology improvements, remains a challenge due to financial constraints. SRMC is seeking grant funding to remediate these challenges.

Accomplishments Fiscal Year 2011:

Clinical  Maintained Joint Commission Accreditation for all three (3) facilities and laboratory programs.  Improved compliance with core measures to meet and exceed national standards for management of Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI), and Heart Failure (HF).  Average length of hospital stay for hypertension (3.1 days) while goal was 4.5 days and anemia was met at 3.9 days. (Goal 4) days, meeting shorter and more appropriate discharge timelines.  Rate of hospital acquired pressure ulcers (Stage 3 & 4) was 1%, which is lower than the goal of 6%.

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 Number of occurrence / incident reports increased significantly which is indicative of the staff increased confidence in the newly implemented Patient Safety Program.  The Linear Accelerator up time rate met goal at 99% which reflects that the machine was operative and the hospital was able to perform patient treatments for those in need of that modality.  No compliance issues were cited by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission during the year 2011.  The professional staff retention rate for the Cancer Institute personnel exceeded its goal.

Financial Implemented financial management strategies to include price adjustments; use of new technology, such as Craneware; consolidation of agency vendor payments; and reduction/consolidation of positions.

Applied and received several grant awards

 Thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000) from the Bennie and Martha Benjamin Foundation for the surgical tech training program  Eight hundred thousand dollars ($800,000) from the Department of Interior for IT infrastructure upgrade  One million five hundred thousand dollars ($1.5 million) in Special Appropriation from the Legislature for redesign of the emergency department

Customer Service  Patient satisfaction scores, as measured by national survey research consultants, was 83%, exceeding the 75% goal  The outpatient satisfaction score percentage achieved 83.3% which exceeded the 75% goal  The courtesy score for the server or caregiver for the inpatient and outpatient service met the goal of 4/4.  Maintained Joint Commission accreditation for lab and the hospital

Community Benefit

 Provided free cancer screenings  Hosted annual health fairs to provide education and prevention, with special emphasis on hypertension and diabetes management  Continued medical education on a variety of topics directed at the medical community as well as the general public  Hosted Career Day in several elementary schools on St. Thomas  Continued SRMC Medical Explorer Program to provide high school students with early exposure to healthcare careers

Goals for 2013 include:

 Maintain and implement new strategies to improve organizational efficiency, sustainability and financial outcomes by improving revenue cycle, maximizing revenues, reevaluating existing agreements, and seeking opportunities to consolidate resources  Reassess Nursing/Patient Care Department for restructuring opportunities  Meet or exceed performance indicator goals for national standards in Core Measures and Surgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP)

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 Meet or exceed requirements for continued accreditation with The Joint Commission and certification with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)  Implement strategies to ensure continuous employee and patient satisfaction  Provide employee development opportunities, training and education  Continue to partner with the community to provide medical education and information on preventive healthcare measures

The preceding was a brief overview of the Schneider Regional Medical Center operations. SRMC looks forward to continued collaboration with the Government, Legislature, the community, and all stakeholders in making Schneider Regional Medical Center a first class healthcare system.

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Schneider Regional Medical Center

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Healthcare

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Clinical Excellence – Health, Education 2. Customer Service – Health 3. Financial Responsibility – Health, Education 4. Community Benefit -Health

Performance Goal(s): 1. To provide quality, comprehensive health care - Health 2. To meet regulatory compliance standards - Health 3. To achieve financial self-sufficiency - Health

Org 710b0 Myrah Keating Smith Community Health Center

Functional Statement The Myrah Keating Smith Community Health Center provides quality healthcare services to residents and visitors of St. John USVI, to include Emergency Medical Services, Urgent Care/Outpatient Care, Family Practice, and other specialties.

Org 71000 Administration

Functional Statement The Administration Division is responsible for the overall operations and administrative functions of the Schneider Regional Medical Center. Administration ensures the three entities adhere to the policies set forth by the St. Thomas/St. John District Governing Board, the strategic plan and the standards established by regulatory and accrediting agencies.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target SG1,2,3/ Likelihood to recommend 75th %tile PG1,2

Org 71010 Medical Services

Functional Statement The Medical Services Division is responsible for providing a wide range of quality healthcare services including evaluation, management and procedural services to all patients.

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FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target

Core Measures – Whole SG1/ 90% (Composite Rate) PG1,2

Org 71020 Financial Services

Functional Statement The Financial Services Division is comprised of Patient Access, Patient Accounting, Health Information Management, General Accounting, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Materials Management and Human Resources. As an integrated unit, these areas support the accurate capture and reporting of patient data and the management of fiscal and human resources.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target >5% from Improve Reimbursement SG1,3/ FY 2011 (FY 2011 Actual $60,000,000) PG2,3 ($63,000,0 00)

Org 71030 Nursing Services

Functional Statement The Nursing Services Division works together as a team realizing that there exists among the Unit a unique education, training, knowledge, skills, and responsibilities. There is value for continued backgrounds and experiences while appreciating rich diversity. There is a recognition that each individual is vitally important and instrumental in forming a quality team that is linked together to assure an extraordinarily healing environment for patients. Nurses are partners, along with patients, their families and the community; pledging to assure mutual respect in all activities and communications by being responsive, empathetic, sincere, professional, enthusiastic, and courteous and team oriented.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target 2% Reduction RN Vacancy Rate SG1,3/ Annually (FY2011 Actual 34%) PG 1,2,3 (32%)

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Org 71040 Supportive Services

Functional Statement The Supportive Services entity contributes to the delivery of strategic and operational objectives of the Schneider Regional Medical Center. On a day-to-day basis Supportive Services provide a safe and efficient working environment, essential to the overall performance of the Medical Center. The Unit acts as a direct resource for the seven (7) management plans supporting the Environment of Care: Fire/Life Safety, Emergency Management, Security Management, Hazardous Materials Management, Equipment Management, Utilities Management and Safety Management. The operational responsibilities are carried out via professionally structured support staff areas of Maintenance, Biomedical Engineering, Security, Transportation, Housekeeping, Laundry, and Telecommunication.

Org 71050 Risk Management

Functional Statement The Risk Management Program is designed to protect the human and financial assets of the organization against the adverse effects of accidental losses, to effectively manage losses that may occur, and to enhance and continuously improve patient care services in a safe healthcare environment.

Schneider Regional Medical Center is fully accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and must continue to maintain this accreditation. Joint Commission provides performance expectations and structures that must be in place in order for a hospital to provide safe quality care, treatment and services to patients. Hospitals are measured against these standards and elements of performance. The Joint Commission is considered the gold standard accreditation for Hospitals and maintains deemed status for CMS services and reimbursement.

Org 71060 Professional Services

Functional Statement The Professional Services Division is comprised of revenue-producing, specialized, diagnostic and non- clinical services. These services assist the physicians and clinicians in the identification, verification, treatment, and documentation of patient care and diagnoses.

Org Hyperbaric Services

Functional Statement The Hyperbaric Services Division is a diagnostic and therapeutic center for the treatment of all conditions for which Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is required, including decompression sickness, cerebral gas embolism, soft tissue necrosis, gas gangrene, carbon monoxide and other poisoning, chronic refractory osteomyelitis and radiation necrosis.

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Org 71111 STT/STJ Hospital Facility Board

Functional Statement The leadership of the Roy Lester Schneider Hospital, Myrah Keating Smith Community Health Center and Charlotte Kimelman Cancer Institute has the responsibility to provide the foundation and support for planning, direction, coordination, provision, and improvement of health care services in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Org 7111 LPN School

Functional Statement The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) education program, under SRMC’s Educational Institute, has been suspended indefinitely.

Org 710DO Charlotte Kimelman Cancer Institute

Functional Statement The sole cancer center in the eastern Caribbean, Charlotte Kimelman Cancer Institute provides outstanding, high-quality services for all patients. Services offered include pediatric hemo-oncology, adult hemo-oncology and radiation therapy, patient navigation services, appearance/boutique services, social services and sources of financial assistance for patients and families. Also provided are patient education, community outreach, and cancer screenings for people of the USVI and surrounding islands.

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Schneider Regional Medical Center Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Lump Sum Expenses - 22,527,776 21,323,995 Personnel Services 21,120,183 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 6,909,157 - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total General Fund 28,029,340 22,527,776 21,323,995

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 28,029,340 22,527,776 21,323,995

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Non-Governmental - Hospital Revolving Funds Lump Sum Expenses - - 62,608,512 Personnel Services 18,088,597 22,490,398 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 406,152 1,770,345 - Supplies 18,365,593 15,718,496 - Other Svs. & Chgs. 17,478,609 15,903,249 - Utilities 4,633,253 4,200,000 - Total Non-Governmental - Hosp. Revolving Funds 58,972,204 60,082,488 62,608,512

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 58,972,204 60,082,488 62,608,512

GRAND TOTAL 87,001,544 82,610,264 83,932,507

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Schneider Regional Medical Center Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Lump Sum Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Expenses Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 71000 Schneider Regional Medical Center 21,323,995 - - - - - 21,323,995 Total General Fund 21,323,995 - - - - - 21,323,995

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Non-Governmental Funds Hospital Revolving Fund 62,608,512 - - - - - 62,608,512 Total Non-Governmental Funds 62,608,512 - - - - - 62,608,512

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 83,932,507 - - - - - 83,932,507

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Government Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center

GOVERNOR JUAN F. LUIS

HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER Administration Medical Services Financial Services Nursing Services Support Services

Risk Management

Professional/Ancillary Services St. Croix Hospital Facility Board

General Fund Hospital Revolving Fund $73,027,799

$53,774,685 74% Appropriated Non-Appropriated $19,253,114 Funds Funds 26%

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Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Lump Sum Expenses - 20,535,467 19,253,114 Personnel Services 16,667,792 - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 5,270,300 - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total General Fund 21,938,092 20,535,467 19,253,114

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 21,938,092 20,535,467 19,253,114

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Non-Governmental - Hospital Revolving Funds Lump Sum Expenses - 51,391,105 53,774,685 Personnel Services 16,238,734 - - Capital Outlays 941,570 - - Fringe Benefits 3,464,961 - - Supplies 14,126,380 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 16,079,011 - - Utilities 2,994,614 - - Total Non-Governmental - Hosp. Revolving Funds 53,845,270 51,391,105 53,774,685

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 53,845,270 51,391,105 53,774,685

GRAND TOTAL 75,783,362 71,926,572 73,027,799

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Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Lump Sum Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Expenses Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUND

General Fund 71100 Juan F. Luis Hospital 19,253,114 - - - - - 19,253,114 Total General Fund 19,253,114 - - - - - 19,253,114

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Non-Governmental Funds Hospital Revolving Fund 53,774,685 - - - - - 53,774,685 Total Non-Governmental Funds 53,774,685 - - - - - 53,774,685

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 73,027,799 - - - - - 73,027,799

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Department of Human Services

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Elderly Social Services Adult Protective Services Lucinda Millin and Whim Gardens Admin. – Disabilities and Rehabilitation Services Vocational Rehabilitation Services Special Services Administration – Children, Youth and Families Pre-School Services Intervention Services Youth Promotion and Delinquency Prevention Program Maintenance and Transportation- Youth Rehabilitation Center Commissioner Office Administration – Financial Programs Executive Office Income Maintenance Planning and Development Food Stamp Personnel and Labor Relations Energy Assistance Fiscal and Administrative Operations General Social Services Management Evaluation JOBS Office of the Legal Counsel Administration – Office of Child Care and Regulatory Research and Resource Development Services Administration – Senior Citizens’ Affairs Bureau of Licensing Homes and Nutrition (Home of the Aged Office of Intake and Emergency and Nutrition for the Elderly) Residential Services Socio-Recreation

General Fund Crisis Intervention Fund Pharmacy Asst. Fund Home for the Aged Fund Federal Funds $105,300,521 $1,000,000 $44,922,726 0.89% 46.30%

$57,285,345 50.95% Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds Funds 48.16%

$1,646,802 $445,648 1.46% 0.40%

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Message from the Commissioner of the Department of Human Services

The Virgin Islands Department of Human Services (DHS) is one of the largest agencies of the Virgin Islands Government, with approximately 800 staff, providing services throughout the Territory. The Department is authorized under the Virgin Islands Code in Title 34 as the State Agency for all publicly financed social service programs, except public health and housing programs. DHS provides services to the poor, the disabled, youth in trouble with the law, abused and neglected children, the elderly, as well as low income families. Title 5, Section 2536, mandates that DHS serve as the authorized Agency for the protection and care of abused and neglected children. The Department’s mission is to provide social services to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families with diverse needs. The Department provides services to persons ranging in age from infants to the elderly and serves as the Territory’s “safety net” of social services for those most in need.

In the areas of early childhood and pre-school services, DHS operates the Territory’s Head Start system for almost 900 children and provides child care subsidies to low-income working parents for an additional 1,000 children. Additionally, DHS is charged with licensing child care centers, summer camps and after school programs. Fiscal Year 2013 should see the construction of a ten-classroom Head Start Center in Frederiksted. Additional new programs for Fiscal Year 2013 include the implementation of a Quality Rating Improvement System that we developed in Fiscal Year 2012 and the publication of early learning guidelines for infants and toddlers joining previously published editions for pre-school age children.

DHS is responsible for child welfare services, including twenty-four (24) hour response and investigation of reports for suspected child abuse and neglect. As appropriate, DHS works with families to strengthen them and help them overcome personal crises that led to the abuse or neglect. When necessary, DHS removes children from their parents’ or guardians’ care and places them temporarily in foster care. The first goal is always to attempt the reunification of children and parents. However, in order to carry out this mandate, DHS operates the foster care and adoption systems and contracts with residential care providers. A major effort in Fiscal Year 2013 should be the implementation of a therapeutic foster care program which will help reduce residential care costs, off-island treatment costs and ensure more children are placed in homes rather than institutional care.

DHS provides juvenile justice services for children involved with the criminal justice system and their families. DHS supervises youth on probation, provides services to families to reduce the chance of recidivism, and operates the Youth Rehabilitation Center. The Juvenile Justice Services was established as a separate division, in recognition of the need to concentrate staff on providing services to combat youth crime.

Through a tri-agency agreement with the Departments of Health and Education, Human Services is responsible for residential care for children and adults with the exception of adults with mentally illness whose care remains with the Department of Health. DHS provides specialized residential services for those individuals with cognitive and/or physical disabilities who require intensive care. To carry out this mandate, DHS contracts with residential providers locally and stateside. This is a very expensive service which consumes a large portion of the non-personnel budget. Approximately one hundred and sixty (160) Virgin Islanders are in residential care at an annual cost that has been as high as fifteen million dollars. A major goal for FY2013 and beyond is to reduce the use of residential care overall and to build the capacity of local providers to reduce the reliance on residential care outside of the Territory.

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The Department provides numerous financial aid programs funded both locally and federally. DHS operates the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the Food Stamps Program. During the recession the program experienced an unprecedented increase in clients from 14,000 to over 25,000 with an increase in annual benefits which could exceed fifty-one million dollars in Fiscal Year 2012. DHS also operates the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families Program (TANF) which has also seen significant increases in the client population during the recession. This program has reached its congressionally set cap on federal funds and changes must be made or the Territory must pick up a greater share of the cost. DHS has written several grants to attempt to find additional funds to supplement financial services and reduce poverty. Most of these grants have been highly competitive national grants. The Department continues to write and hold out hope for approval.

Other financial aid includes the Energy Crisis Assistance Program (ECAP) and aid for the aged, blind and disabled. Specialized financial aid includes pharmaceutical assistance for the elderly, cancer care, emergency rental assistance, emergency aid to assist families in establishing a home or preventing eviction, emergency travel, and indigent burial. The budget cutbacks will result in significant changes and reductions in funding to these services. DHS also operates a Criminal Victim Assistance Program that helps crime victims with medical bills, lost wages and other expenses.

In the area of disabilities and employment, DHS operates vocational rehabilitation services which assist individuals with disabilities in preparing and obtaining employment. These services include paying for school and training, medical care, job placement and start up expenses for a business. The Department is developing transition services for young people with disabilities making the transition from school to work.

DHS monitoring services are provided by numerous youth groups and family-oriented nonprofit organizations, which utilize specialized funds and miscellaneous grants authorized by the Legislature. It also operates the Crisis Intervention Fund. In recent times, DHS has focused on strengthening the capacity of the nonprofit sector to manage programs and achieve financial accountability. The Department is also mandated to provide services to the homeless. DHS provides financial and other services to the homeless and monitors grants to nonprofits that assist the homeless. For the past five (5) years, DHS has joined forces with numerous partners to operate Project Homeless Connect, a one-day service fair, now held on all three islands, that connects homeless people with a host of community and government services.

The largest division of DHS, in terms of services offered, is the Senior Citizens Affairs Division. DHS provides a wide host of services to seniors. In the areas of volunteering and employment, DHS operates the Foster Grandparent Program, the Retired Senior Volunteer Program and, in partnership with the Department of Labor, the Senior Community Service Employment Program. For frailer, homebound seniors, DHS delivers meals through the Meals on Wheels Program and individual home-based care through the Homemakers Program. DHS operates two (2) nursing homes, the Herbert Grigg Home for the Aged and the Queen Louise Home for the Aged. Additionally, DHS places seniors in Seaview, private board and care homes, and occasionally, in stateside facilities. DHS staff provides daily service to the tenants in Whim Gardens and the Lucinda Millin Home. Finally, DHS is responsible for investigating and responding to allegations of abuse and neglect to seniors and adults with disabilities.

The Department is the lead agency for Emergency Service Function Six, ESF-6, Mass Care. This includes sheltering, feeding, short and long term emergency housing functions. Although this is an unbudgeted mandate, DHS opens and operates storm shelters as needed with the American Red Cross and provided training to numerous organizations in FY 2011 and FY2012 and participated in VITEMAs overall community response planning.

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The Department of Human Services and the Department of Health are planning to combine the Medical Assistance Program (MAP) with the financial aid programs operated by DHS in order to save money on automated eligibility systems and to reduce the number of applications a client has to put in to receive all available financial aid. The Legislature will be consulted for any changes altering the VI Code.

Strategic goals are based on service delivery, advocacy, protection, preserving families and self- sufficiency. The performance goals that support the strategic goals include increasing accessibility to services, filling service gaps, delivering effective services, enhancing operational effectiveness, and strengthening families. These strategic and performance goals together underscore the department’s intent to provide high quality, easily accessible and timely services that lead to desired, successful, permanent outcomes for clients and to promote strong families equipped to handle life’s problems. DHS strives to be efficient, effective, well-organized, competent, resourceful, cost-effective, professional, and quick to respond. The Department intends to produce timely financial information that allows managers to operate in a fiscally responsible manner. The Department endeavors to meet all local and federal operating and financial requirements.

DHS engages in new initiatives to close service gaps and create comprehensive continuums of care. Within the many service areas, gaps in programming inhibit the Department’s ability to gain the preferred client outcomes. In earlier fiscal years, DHS initiated acts to improve child welfare services, eliminate gaps in long-term care for senior citizens, and integrate child welfare and juvenile justice services. The initiatives continue although progress has been slowed by recession-related reductions in funding. The recession has led to large increases in clients for all DHS financial aid programs and much effort over the past year has been channeled towards responding to this increasing demand.

The men and women of the Department of Human Services are on the front line every day working with people in a wide variety of ways. The work is hard and never-ending and the staff performs admirably. As all departments they wish DHS had more resources. Fiscal Year 2013 with a reduced budget and increased client demand will be a challenging year indeed. The Department of Human Services is ready to accept that challenge.

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Department of Human Services

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Social and Service

Strategic Goal (s): 1. Service Delivery 2. Advocacy 3. Protection 4. Preserving Families 5. Self Sufficiency 6. Ensuring Good Health 7. High Quality Early Childhood Education 8. Promoting Public Safety

Performance Goal (s): 1. Increase accessibility to Services 2. Deliver effective services 3. Enhance operational efficiency 4. Fill service gaps 5. Strengthen families

Org 72000 Maintenance and Transportation-Commissioner’s Office

Functional Statement The Maintenance and Transportation Unit supports the delivery of services to consumers through the coordination and implementation of a comprehensive system of physical plant upkeep for approximately forty sites. This component also operates and maintains a comprehensive fleet management system of well over one hundred vehicles that support the operations of all departmental programs.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target SG1/ Maintenance of Job Requests 1,850 PG1,2,3

Org 72010 Executive Office

Functional Statement The Executive Office of the Commissioner monitors and ensures the effective and efficient operation of four (4) major divisions, three (3) offices, three (3) 24-hour residential facilities and all Administrative Support Service Units.

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FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent reduction in funds spent on residential care SG1/ 20% services below baseline year PG1,3 of FY2012

Org 72020 Management Information Systems and Operations

Functional Statement The Planning and Development Unit supports the delivery of services to consumers by providing communication and technology planning; strategic planning, as related to capital development; security, risk management, and emergency management; and the management and monitoring of professional services contracts, construction contracts, lease agreements, notices of grant awards, and insurance coverage.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of work requests SG1/ responded to and resolved 90% PG2,3 within 24 hours Number of software programs implemented to leverage SG1/ technology and automate 8 PG2,3 routine processes in the Department Number of drills/table top exercises conducted as part of SG1/ 3 emergency response and PG2,3 management

Org 72030 Personnel (Human Resources), Labor Relations and Payroll Operations

Functional Statement The Personnel (Human Resources) and Labor Relations Office provides overall administration for all areas of personnel (human resources) and labor relations, including managing vacancies and staffing levels, maintaining an effective performance management system, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements, handling dispute and grievance resolutions, providing training and development, and promoting good employee relations. The Office of Human Resources and Labor Relations also provides overall administration for the payroll operations of the agency.

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FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of formal union PG2/ grievances filed and resolved 85% PG3 prior to arbitration Number of programs SG1/ implemented to improve 8 PG2,3 employee engagement

Org 72040 Fiscal & Budgetary Affairs

Functional Statement The Fiscal & Administrative Operations Office is responsible for the maintenance and operation of an efficient system of accounting and budgetary controls for all divisions and activity centers of the department. This office formulates policies and plans wherever accounting and budgeting activities are involved throughout the department. Additionally, the Office is responsible for the submission of all financial reports, drawdown of federal funds related to budgets, payroll, accounts receivable/payable, auditing, processing of utility bills and all other invoices related to the payment process.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Average number of days to submit monthly reports to SG1/ 30 days program managers after the PG2,3 close of the month Percentage of federal reports SG1/ submitted within the required 100% PG2,3 deadline

Org 72050 Management Evaluation

Functional Statement Management Evaluation conducts reviews of sample cases from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) or the Food Stamps Program and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) to ensure federal compliance with regulations governing the Food Stamp Program.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of sampled cases SG1/ 4% with errors PG2,3 Percentage of overall business SG1/ practice ratings that are above PG2,3 75% average

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Org 72060 Office of the Legal Counsel

Functional Statement The Office of the Legal Counsel provides legal guidance to the department, reviews all pending litigation, and reviews and/or drafts agreements. The Offices of Fraud, Fair Hearings and Appeals have been consolidated with the Office of Legal Counsel, which oversees all Fair Hearings for households and individuals aggrieved by any action of DHS. The Legal Counsel also administers the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC), which serves as the central clearing point for all interstate home study requests and referrals for interstate placements. The Office of Legal Counsel also administers the Criminal Victims Compensation Program.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of ICPC cases SG1,2,3,4,5/ processed within the statutory 100% PG1,2,3,4,5 timeline SG1,2,3,4,5/ Number of Cases Processed 12 PG1,2,3,4,5

Org 72110 Homes and Nutrition (Homes for the Aged and Nutrition Program for the Elderly)

Functional Statement Homes and Nutrition provides twenty-four (24) hour, year-round residential care, including nursing and support services for frail, elderly individuals. Nutritious meals are provided for the homebound and at congregate sites via the Nutrition Program for the Elderly.

FY13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of residents who receive individualized care plans within SG1,2/ 80% seventy-two (72) hours of PG1,2,3,4 admission to the program Percent of clients receiving eligibility determination SG1,2,3/ 90% (including home assessment) PG1,2,3,4,5 within seven (7) workdays

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Org 72130 Elderly Social Services

Functional Statement The Elderly Social Service Unit is a combination of three (3) programs that provide a variety of services to senior citizens. The Homemaker Services Program provides light housekeeping and chore services to disabled adults and frail, at-risk elderly persons and the Information and Referral Services provides valuable information to senior citizens, issues seniors’ ID cards, and makes referrals to other internal and external services. Seniors use their ID cards for various services and senior discounts at participating businesses. State Pharmaceutical Assistance Program (SPAP) serves persons sixty (60) years old and older and provides assistance to procure prescription medication.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of clients receiving eligibility determinations within SG1,5/ 75% ten (10) working days PG1,2,3,4 [Homemaker Services Program]

Org 72140 Adult Protective Services

Functional Statement The Adult Protective Services Unit provides case management and protective services to disabled adults and elderly persons. All suspected cases of disabled adult and elder abuse, exploitation and/or neglect, are referred to this program. The Unit also processes applications for the Homes for the Aged and provides direct services to individuals benefiting from the Disabled Persons Special Fund and the Cancer Care Program.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of reported adult SG1,2,3/ abuse/neglect cases receiving 90% PG1,2,3,4,5 crisis response within 72 hours

Org 72160 Lucinda Millin and Whim Gardens

Functional Statement The Lucinda Millin and Whim Gardens Programs provide supportive nursing care for elderly persons who are semi-independent and reside at the Lucinda Millin and Whim Gardens assisted living homes.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of residents who receive individualized care plans within SG1,2/ 80% seventy-two (72) hours of PG1,2,3,4 admission to the program

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Org 72150 Senior Community Service Employment (SCSEP)

Functional Statement The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is a job training program exclusively for unemployed (low income) people, age 55 or older, with low employment prospects and a limited household income. The program helps participants revitalize their job skills, while earning minimum wages and being assigned part-time to community service placement at local non-profit or governmental agencies.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of Participants SG1,5/ 90% Placed in training assignments PG1,2,3

Org 72300 Administration - Disabilities and Rehabilitation Services

Functional Statement The Administration-Disabilities and Rehabilitation Services Unit provides territorial administrative oversight of the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) and Special Services Programs, including Independent Living Programs, Community Rehabilitation facilities and the Disabled Persons Fund.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Vocational Rehabilitation Reports will be generated by SG1/ 50% Electronic Case Management PG3 System Processing of payments for SG1/ client services within 30 days 80% PG3 from receipt of invoice

Org 72310 Vocational Rehabilitation Services

Functional Statement The Vocational Rehabilitation Services Unit provides local matching funds to the Federal Vocational Rehabilitation Program which assesses plans, develops and offers vocational rehabilitation services to eligible individuals with disabilities to enable them to prepare for and engage in gainful employment.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of client case SG1/ records that will be converted 50% PG2,3 to electronic format Percentage of transitioning SG1,2,5/ students receiving job 75% PG1,2 readiness services/training

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Org 72400 Administration - Children and Family Services

Functional Statement The Administration-Children, Youth, and Families Unit provides territorial administrative support and oversight to the Office of Intervention Services, the Youth Rehabilitation Center (YRC), and the Youth Promotion and Delinquency Prevention Program within the Division of Children, Youth and Families in the areas of personnel, fiscal and grants management, planning, program development, monitoring and evaluation.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of foster care/adoption SG1,2,3,4,5 applications completed within / 100% 180 days PG1,2,3,4,5

Org 72410 Pre-School Services

Functional Statement The Pre-school Services Unit administers the Head Start Program, which provides a comprehensive Early Childhood Program for eligible low-income families.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of children that have SG 1,2, improved according to 6,7/ 95% pre/post assessment* PG1,2,3,4,5

Org 72430 Intervention Services

Functional Statement The Intervention Services Unit provides case management services to minors and their families in the Territory in accordance with appropriate federal and local statutes. Services include protective care, foster care, and family preservation as well as adoptions, custody, juvenile justice, Persons In Need of Supervision (PINS), and pre-trial and post-trial services for juvenile offenders.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of juveniles who demonstrate successful SG1,2,3,4,8/ 80% compliance with probationary PG1,2,3,4,5 terms

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Org 72440 Youth Rehabilitation Center

Functional Statement The Youth Rehabilitation Center provides a twenty-four (24) hour safe and secure detention facility for pre-trial male and female adjudicated youth and for youth transferred as adults for committing serious felonies.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of clients participating SG1,2,3,4,5,8/ 85% in treatment programs PG1,2,3,4,5 Percent of eligible youth SG1,2,3,4,5,8/ participating in weekly anger 85% PG1,2,3,4,5 management group sessions

Org 72500 Administration – Financial Programs

Functional Statement Administration–Financial Programs is responsible for the oversight, coordination, monitoring, and implementation of all federal and local policies related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Food Stamp, Public Assistance and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), Jobs Opportunity Basic Skills (JOBS) and Energy Assistance programs.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of federal reports SG1/ 100% submitted timely PG1,2,3,4,5

Org 72510 Public Financial Assistance

Functional Statement Income Maintenance is responsible for providing monthly cash assistance to all eligible individuals and families Territory-wide in accordance with federal and local regulations.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of SNAP, TANF and AABD benefits that are issued SG1,4,5/ 100% by the federally mandated PG1,2,3,4,5 deadline

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Org 72520 Food Stamp Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Functional Statement The Food Stamp Program is responsible for issuing food benefits to eligible recipients in accordance with federal regulations.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of federal QC SG1,4,5/ 4% Violations PG1,2,3,4,5 Average days for issuing SG1,4,5/ 20 days benefits for new cases PG1,2,3,4,5 Percentage of re-certification SG1,4,5/ 85% cases meeting 30-day cut-off PG1,2,3,4,5 Average days for issuing SNAP SG1,4,5/ 4 days expedited new cases PG1,2,3,4,5

Org 72530 Energy Assistance

Functional Statement The Energy Assistance Unit assists low-income households in the Territory with paying electricity and gas bills.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of ECAP bills paid SG1/ 95% within 60 days of receipt PG1,4

Org 72550 Jobs

Functional Statement The JOBS Unit provides transition support services to eligible TANF recipients, in accordance with the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA) of 1996, which requires recipients of the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) Program to work in exchange for time- limited assistance.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percentage of TANF cases SG1,5/ meeting the Work PG1,2,3,4 50% Participation Rate

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Org 72600 Administration - Office of Child Care and Regulatory Services

Functional Statement The Administration–Office of Child Care and Regulatory Services Unit is responsible for administrative oversight of the Child Care Development Program and the Bureau of Licensing.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target

Percent of payments mailed SG1/ within twenty (20) days of 90% PG2,3 receipt of invoice

Org 72610 Bureau of Licensing

Functional Statement The Bureau of Licensing is responsible for licensing and monitoring public and private Early Learning Programs and Youth Enhancement Programs in accordance with local and federal health and safety regulations.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Increase the number of monitoring visits made to SG1/ 4 licensed childcare facilities PG1,2,3 (annually)

Org 72700 Office of Intake and Emergency Services

Functional Statement The Office of Intake and Emergency Services accepts, screens, and investigates referrals, inquiries and reports of alleged abuse and neglect. The Office provides Emergency Welfare Services and Family Preservation Assistance to individuals and families who are at-risk or who need emergency services.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of notices of actions transmitted to mandated SG1,2,3,4/ 100% reporters within thirty (30) PG1,2,3,4,5 days Percent of alleged child abuse and neglect investigations SG1,2,3,4/ 95% initiated within 24 hours of PG1,2,3,4,5 notification

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Org 728000 Residential Services

Functional Statement The Residential Services Unit coordinates both on-island and off-island residential placement of adults, adolescents and children with disabling conditions or behaviors that require residential treatment.

FY 13 Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG Target Percent of placements SG1,3/ completed within timelines 90% PG1,2,3,4,5 established by the Court

Org 72901 Bureau of Health Insurance and Medical Assistance

Functional Statement The Bureau of Health Insurance and Medical Assistance Program (MAP) provides insurance coverage to the indigent population of the Virgin Islands. MAP provides assistance to the Territory for the payment of medical assistance on behalf of cash assistance recipients, children, pregnant women, and the aged, who meet the income and resource requirements.

The Bureau of Health Insurance and Medical Assistance Program (MAP) was transferred from the Department of Health to the Department of Human Services in the Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget. Both the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Human Services (DHS) plan to combine services within these programs with the financial aid programs offered by DHS in order to save on automated eligibility systems while reducing applicant redundancy and quantity in the application process.

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Department of Human Services Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 18,361,554 16,763,434 16,046,736 Capital Outlays 29,330 - - Fringe Benefits 7,169,671 7,018,378 6,409,779 Supplies 1,047,206 1,545,400 782,618 Other Svs. & Chgs. 22,807,931 23,127,062 31,165,212 Utilities 2,005,250 2,322,394 2,881,000 Total General Fund 51,420,941 50,776,668 57,285,345

Crisis Intervention Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Utilities - - - Total Crisis Intervention Fund 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 52,420,941 51,776,668 58,285,345

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services 195,000 176,673 - Capital Outlays 59,100 - - Fringe Benefits 74,100 107,000 - Supplies 333,476 200,000 150,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 5,018,575 2,460,777 1,942,450 Utilities - - - Total Local Funds 5,680,251 2,944,450 2,092,450

ARRA Funds Personnel Services 526,247 - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 233,163 - - Supplies 32,491 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,442,282 - - Utilities - - - Total ARRA Funds 2,234,183 - -

Federal Funds Personnel Services 10,665,398 12,215,375 12,860,495 Capital Outlays 24,256 - 50,000 Fringe Benefits 4,883,355 5,586,928 5,771,008 Supplies 1,644,429 936,103 943,836 Other Svs. & Chgs. 11,057,520 10,415,400 25,165,296 Utilities 499,451 102,091 132,091 Total Federal Funds 28,774,410 29,255,897 44,922,726

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 36,688,844 32,200,347 47,015,176

GRAND TOTAL 89,109,785 83,977,015 105,300,521

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Department of Human Services Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund

72000 Maintenance & Transport 1,178,766 - 545,854 25,000 140,000 - 1,889,620 72001 Legal Counsel 144,680 - 49,216 - 1,500 - 195,396 72010 Executive Office 615,047 - 214,248 12,000 315,000 - 1,156,295 72020 Planning & Development 246,286 - 100,775 30,000 12,000 - 389,061 72030 Personnel & Labor Relations 404,086 - 166,175 10,000 89,000 - 669,261 72040 Fiscal & Administration Operations 582,144 - 247,291 8,000 1,325,497 2,500,000 4,662,932 72050 Management & Evaluation 293,412 - 119,774 3,000 12,000 - 428,186 72060 Fraud Administration & Appeals ------72070 Research & Resource Devel 59,800 - 19,379 1,000 - - 80,179 72100 Office of Administration 268,746 - 99,931 6,000 3,000 - 377,677 72110 Homes & Nutrition Program 2,858,096 - 1,185,818 218,550 1,198,000 - 5,460,464 72120 Socio Recreational Program 291,476 - 82,057 50,000 401,809 - 825,342 72130 Elderly Social Services 505,604 - 240,368 21,021 150,994 - 917,987 72140 Sr. Citiz. Aff./Eld. Prot. Svs. 577,693 - 234,742 6,000 8,826 - 827,261 72150 Senior Comm Se 26,000 - 14,078 28,412 10,000 - 78,490 72160 L. Millin & Whim Gardens 405,107 - 182,716 - - - 587,823 72300 Office of Administration 204,778 - 71,965 5,000 - 6,000 287,743 72310 Vocational Rehab Services 122,946 - 50,062 2,000 327,000 - 502,008 72400 Office of Administration 314,627 - 136,240 - 1,053,393 - 1,504,260 72410 Pre-school Services 2,107,525 - 624,125 - 283,000 100,000 3,114,650 72420 Evaluation & Diagnosis Inter. 658,277 - 266,886 7,000 410,000 - 1,342,163 72430 Youth Promotion & Delinq. (YPDP) ------72440 Youth Rehabilitation Center 1,572,428 - 669,976 67,000 502,267 225,000 3,036,671 72500 Office of Administration 136,400 - 45,972 15,000 53,000 - 250,372 72510 Income Maintenance 368,528 - 148,690 23,950 1,760,889 - 2,302,057 72520 Food Stamp 1,050,135 - 478,556 231,185 1,697,335 50,000 3,507,211 72540 General Social Services 55,955 - 21,611 - - - 77,566 72550 J.O.B.S. ------72600 Office of Administration 62,560 - 23,273 - - - 85,833 72610 Bureau of Licensing 26,826 - 14,286 - - - 41,112 72700 Intake & Emergency Service 206,690 - 75,739 3,000 21,362 - 306,791 72800 Office of Residential Svcs. 104,346 - 38,121 - 15,788,897 - 15,931,364 72901 Bureau of Health Insurance & Medical Assistance 597,772 - 241,855 9,500 5,600,443 - 6,449,570 Total General Fund 16,046,736 - 6,409,779 782,618 31,165,212 2,881,000 57,285,345

Crisis Intervention Fund 72420 Evaluation & Diagnosis Inter. - - - - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 Total Crisis Intervention Fund - - - - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 72110 Pharma. Asst. Fund - - - - 1,646,802 - 1,646,802 Home for the Aged Fund - - - 150,000 295,648 - 445,648 72010 Departmental Indirect Cost ------Total Local Funds - - - 150,000 1,942,450 - 2,092,450

ARRA Funds ------Total ARRA Funds ------

Federal Funds 72000 Maintenance & Transport. - - - - 65,000 - 65,000 72010 Executive Office - - - - 128,000 - 128,000 72020 Planning & Development 266,849 - 100,722 129,581 120,562 - 617,714 72040 Fiscal & Administration Operations 28,612 - 11,535 2,859 43,006 72050 Management Evaluation 643,179 - 277,456 1,229 106,831 - 1,028,695 72060 Fraud Administration & Appeals 32,086 - 12,409 49,995 14,850 - 109,340 72110 SCA - Home & Nutrition 429,617 - 195,490 61,364 1,406,953 - 2,093,424 72120 SCA - Socio Recreation 289,236 - 150,407 - - - 439,643 72130 Elderly Social Services 529,392 - 233,244 32,861 235,734 - 1,031,231 72140 Elderly Protective Services 141,347 - 56,013 - - - 197,360 72310 Vocational Rehabilitation 626,546 - 259,909 151,716 1,128,586 25,000 2,191,757 72401 Juvenile Justice 261,283 - 104,361 - - - 365,644 72410 CYF - Pre-school Services 5,289,320 - 2,552,793 95,297 1,429,269 - 9,366,679 72420 Evaluation & Diagnosis Inter. 547,995 - 217,353 - - - 765,348 72501 FP Operational Support 55,660 - 18,337 - - - 73,997 72510 Income Maintenance - - - - 2,603,703 - 2,603,703 72520 Food Stamp 1,403,384 - 652,503 14,119 1,728,922 77,091 3,876,019 72530 Low Income Energy Assistance - - - - 159,666 - 159,666 72540 General Social Services - - - 2,265 31,880 - 34,145 72550 J.O.B.S. 443,906 - 186,068 99,864 186,314 - 916,152 72600 Office of Administration 80,750 - 39,726 - - - 120,476 72620 Child Care and Regulatory Services 423,752 - 176,515 197,686 1,337,460 - 2,135,413 72700 Intake & Emergency Service 596,489 - 226,393 35,000 16,381 - 874,263 72800 Residential & Other Care 69,520 - 25,169 - - - 94,689 72901 Bureau of Health Insurance & Medical Assistance 701,572 50,000 274,605 70,000 14,465,185 30,000 15,591,362 Total Federal Funds 12,860,495 50,000 5,771,008 943,836 25,165,296 132,091 44,922,726 GRAND TOTAL 28,907,231 50,000 12,180,787 1,876,454 59,272,958 3,013,091 105,300,521

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TRANSPORTATION, FACILITIES AND COMMUNICATION

Department of Public Works

Virgin Islands Waste Management Agency

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Department of Public Works

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Commissioner’s Office Office of Chief Engineer Engineering STT/STX Planning and Design Equipment Maintenance STT Management Information System

Transportation

Personnel and Labor Relations STT/STX Financial Management STT/STX Director’s Office STX Repairs and Maintenance STX Director’s Office STT/STX – Construction Construction and Maintenance STT/STJ Air Conditioning and Electrical STT/STJ/STX Director’s Office STT/STX – Roads Highways Construction STX/Maintenance STX

General Fund St. John Capital Improvement Fund Antilitter fund Tourism Revolving Fund Federal Funds $43,701,515

$300,000 $225,000 $1,000,000 .7% .5%. 2.3% $21,620,468 42.5%

$20,556,047 54.1% Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds Funds 42.5%

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Message from the Commissioner of Department of Public Works

The Department of Public Works (DPW) continues to carry out its mission to “maintain the infrastructure and transportation system of the Government of the Virgin Islands.” This mission is broad in scope and endeavors to satisfy the varied needs of both the private and public sectors. The Department enhances the quality of life in the Territory by providing reliable public service. The Department designs, builds, operates, maintains, and improves the Territory’s infrastructure, public rights-of-way, and facilities; accomplished through skill, pride, and responsiveness, in partnership with the entire community. The Department strives to develop strategies that are acceptable to the Executive, Legislative and Federal instrumentalities and to commercial, industrial and residential developers. Further, the Department is committed to providing an environment that guarantees the safety of residents and visitors. In order to achieve this intricate balance, the Department’s strategic goals are to 1) plan, construct and maintain government infrastructure; 2) provide infrastructure management; 3) provide reliable public transportation services territory-wide; and 4) provide assessment management services.

Pursuant to Title 31 of the Virgin Islands Code, as amended by Act No. 5265 and Act No. 6630, the Department of Public Works plans, constructs and maintains government buildings, public roads, highways and public cemeteries. Additionally, it is mandated to provide engineering services to regulate vehicular weight on public highways. Further, it assists in the protection and preservation of private and public property and mass transit systems in natural disasters. It is vital that the Department collaborate and develop partnerships with other local and federal entities to satisfy such mandates. Executive Order No. 290-1987 further defines the organizational structure and establishes the following four (4) divisions to reflect the various functions of the Department:

 Engineering  Operations  Transportation  Administration

The Department’s strategic plan is intended to be a staple in everyday operation; to serve as a guide; to inform of policy, budget and daily program decisions; as well as provide all levels of the Department with guidance on how each action supports the Department’s approach. The aim of the strategic plan is to articulate DPW’s vision and objectives. It provides a framework that compels execution and encourages the refining and continuous improvement of organizational services. It reflects the understanding that to achieve goals and make the vision a reality, DPW must execute the plan, take action, monitor results, assess progress, modify and make course corrections where necessary.

Within the Department, senior management responsible for each division formulates policies and programs which are discussed and approved. These programs and activities provide the basis for key performance designed to strengthen policy formulation, decision-making and accomplishment. The following functional statements reflect the role of each division in ensuring that the Department achieves its mandate.

Division of Engineering provides timely, efficient and responsive infrastructure management and facility maintenance to include architectural and engineering services, public road construction, highway infrastructure development and ongoing rehabilitation.

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Division of Operations provides timely and efficient response for infrastructure maintenance to include public road repair and ongoing rehabilitation, and also provides periodic cleaning of swales and guts.

Division of Transportation focuses on providing timely, efficient and responsive public transportation services to the Virgin Islands community by coordinating transit activities, by researching and obtaining federal resources to finance public/private transportation initiatives and programs, and by managing the operations of the Virgin Islands Transit System.

Division of Administration evaluates the propriety of transactions, certifies that mandated services are cost-effective, monitors local and federal funding sources, manages personnel and labor relations, maintains the communication network and validates compliance with federal and local statutes.

Collectively the divisions establish goals; measure performance; and strategize new solutions to highlighted issues in the Territory. To achieve these goals, DPW has outlined appropriate steps through detailed objectives. These objectives promote crucial points that impact every aspect of the Department and require total support. It is through the collective strengths of every individual that DPW will make its greatest contribution toward enhancing the quality of life for all. For instance, in Fiscal Year 2013, the Department of Public Works will conclude the comprehensive multi-modal study that assessed the community’s need of all modes of transportation including vehicular mass transit, marine mass transit and the highway system. The next step includes the presentation to the community any findings and recommendations for implementation along with the establishment of a framework the Department will be working on through 2030.

The Department stands committed to its modernization program which facilitates operational efficiency and effectiveness and provides services consistent with the needs of residents in the Virgin Islands. During Fiscal Year 2013, the Department will continue its programs of road repair and rehabilitation, facility maintenance, public transportation and infrastructure development. Progress may not be as rapid as envisioned due to budgetary short falls; thus, the support of the Governor and the Legislature will be essential in the success of the Department’s quest to improve its delivery of services to all constituents.

In conformity to newly enacted Act 7309, it is the practice of the Government of the Virgin Islands to develop, maintain, and revise, when necessary, a continuing Capital Improvement Program (CIP) within the Division of Capital Improvements under the direction of the Commissioner of Public Works, who supervises the administration and coordination of Capital Improvement Projects for the various departments and agencies under the Executive Branch of Government. The Office of the Governor identifies all Territorial public facility projects that the Department of Public Works will undertake when funding sources are available for the anticipated projected expenditures. Thereafter, upon notification and based on the Governor’s prioritization, the Division of Capital Improvements, under the direction of the Commissioner of Public Works, moves forward with the identified and funded CIP Projects. The purpose of a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is to administer the planning, improvement, renovation, and construction of public facilities inclusive of additions and improvements as directed and prioritized by the Office of the Governor. CIP provides technical engineering, contract administration, and professional engineering and construction management/inspection services to those Government infrastructures (e.g. Government buildings and facilities) under the direct administration of the Executive Branch of Government.

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Department of Public Works

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Plan, construct and maintain government infrastructure 2. Infrastructure management 3. Reliable public transportation services territory-wide 4. Assessment management services

Performance Goal(s): 1. Provide timely and efficient assessments 2. Provide comprehensive project management services for GVI 3. Prudent, competent and accessible public transportation services 4. Provide proficient assessments for the GVI

Org 61000 Commissioner’s Office

Functional Statement The Commissioner’s Office is in charge of the overall management and supervision of the Department of Public Works (DPW) and its division heads. It plans and coordinates initial applications for federal grants and ensures departmental compliance with guidelines and agreements with federal agencies.

One of the components of the Commissioner’s office is the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program which is responsible for managing the subcontracting opportunities available to small businesses doing subcontract work on Department of Transportation assisted projects. The program annually assesses DBE participation on these Federal Highway Administration /Federal Transit Administration contracts.

Org 61000 Division of Capital Improvements

Functional Statement The Territorial Division of Capital Improvements coordinates within the Governor’s prioritizations, the administration and management of all Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Projects within the various departments and agencies of the Executive Branch of Government. The Division of Capital Improvements provides for the Executive Branch of Government critical administrative and professional engineering support services as it relates to the planning, construction, renovations, and development of all government facilities.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Number of departments and agencies that are assessed by the SG1/ 6 Division of Capital Improvements’ PG4 administrative services Number of CIP projects that are SG1/ assessed and managed by the 17 PG2 Division of Capital Improvements

Org 61030 Management Information System

Functional Statement The Management Information System Unit assesses, maintains and upgrades the Department’s communications network and computer units, and is primarily responsible for standardizing and automating the Department’s software and hardware.

The Unit is increasingly involved with the upkeep, maintenance, and security of networks. It analyzes the computer and information needs of the Department from an operational and strategic perspective and determines immediate and long-range personnel and equipment requirements. The Unit stays abreast of the latest technology to ensure that the effectiveness of the Department.

Org 61100 Office of Chief Engineer

Functional Statement The Office of the Chief Engineer complies and maintains all reports and records of the Division and secures the prices of materials needed for the Division’s operations. It is responsible for providing architectural and engineering services for the public infrastructure throughout the Territory. It is also responsible for project management, including requests for proposals, design reviews, project inspections and contract administration for the DPW and other agencies; it administers the general contractor and drafting exams, in addition to the review, examination, and approval of all requests for payments to contractors on inspected projects.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY13 Target Percentage of total projects on SG2/ 75% schedule PG1 Percentage of total projects on SG2/ 50% budget PG1

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Org 61110 Engineering

Functional Statement The Engineering Unit provides architectural, engineering, design and inspection services including, planning, crafting, cost estimation and construction of public infrastructures throughout the Territory, for the Department of Public Works and other Government agencies. It also plans and reviews specifications prepared by independent firms for Government projects. The Unit also manages all hazard mitigation and flood control projects.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percentage of assessments SG2/ 75% completed within timeline PG1 Number of agencies rendered SG2/ 5 assessment services PG1

Org 61120 Planning and Design

Functional Statement The Planning and Design Unit plans and coordinates the programming of federal and local funds for highway construction and safety programs over a five (5) year period; provides management, engineering, design and inspection services, including planning, designing, cost-estimating and constructing all highway projects; acquires right-of-way (ROW) for highway projects throughout the Territory; and conducts various highway planning studies on the Territorial Highway System.

The Planning, Design and Construction Unit (Office of Highway Engineering/Federal-Aid Highway Program) plans and coordinates the programming of federal funds for highway construction and safety programs over a five (5) year period through the Territory-Wide Transportation Improvement Plan (TTIP); staff provides Preliminary Engineering services, design, inspection and project management, in the administration of Federal-Aid Highway projects as per the current Highway Bill SAFETEA-LU under Title 23 U.S.C.; acquires right-of-way (ROW) for Highway projects throughout the Territory; and conducts various highway planning studies for the Territorial Highway System.

The Office of Highway Engineering ensures that the projects programmed on the TTIP are prepared and delivered to construction in accordance with Federal-Aid established requirements and that the Territory fulfills its commitment as per the Stewardship Agreement between the USVI and the Federal Highway Administration. These projects play a vital role in the Capital Improvement Program of the Department of Public Works to improve and maintain infrastructure.

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Org 61200 Transportation

Functional Statement

The Transportation Unit assesses and coordinates transportation services and seeks federal funds to finance public transportation initiatives and programs that support the Territory’s public transportation infrastructure. It also manages and oversees the Virgin Islands Transit System (VITRAN), the Territory’s public transit service; the Territory’s Public Paid Parking Program; and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percent of bus fleet operable based SG3/ on total number of buses PG2 65% Number of rides given on a annual SG3/ 550,00 basis PG2 0

Org 61300 Personnel/ Relations and Payroll

Functional Statement The Personnel/Labor Relations and Payroll Unit manages the personnel, labor relations and payroll activities of the Department, provides technical and advisory services on the recruitment and selection of personnel, coordinates in-house orientation and training of new employees, processes Notices of Personnel Action and related personnel documents, processes Health Insurance and Workmen’s Compensation claims, processes Occupational Safety and Health Administration reports, reviews pay grade and step classifications of all DPW employees, coordinates accident reports, and acts as the liaison to the Office of Collective Bargaining and the Division of Personnel.

The Unit is imperative to the DPW as it prepares and verifies bi-weekly time and attendance records for the Department; sorts and distributes payroll checks; prepares miscellaneous payroll record, verifies and keeps record of the Department’s leave balances (annual & sick). Verify and respond to all inquiries made to the Department on employee pay, time and attendance; reconcile earning and deduction detailed proof generated by the Enterprise Planning System (ERP) from the Department of Finance’s records, against what was inputted by the Department.

Org 61330 Financial Management Functional Statement The Financial Management Unit assesses all local and federal funds for all activity centers within the Territory; prepares and process purchase orders, requisitions, miscellaneous disbursement vouchers, government transportation requests, and related travel documents for the department; reconciles ledgers with the Department of Finance’s records; coordinates and compiles the Department’s budget; maintains equipment inventory and provides custodial services to all divisions.

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Org 61500 Director’s Office/Org 61510 - Construction and Maintenance/ Org 61520 Air Conditioning and Electrical

Functional Statement The Construction Unit is responsible for the repairs and maintenance of all Government buildings territory-wide. It accepts work-order requests from all Government agencies. The Unit maintains and repairs plumbing and constructs government facilities, bridges, headwalls, and fences. The Unit also maintains, renovates and repairs all Government refrigeration, air-conditioning and electrical systems.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target

SG1/ Number of completed projects 1,800 PG1 Number of work-order requests SG1/ 1100 filled PG1 Percent of units maintained by in- SG1/ house staff based on the number of 75% PG1 units

Org 61600 Director’s Office – Roads and Highways

Functional Statement The Director’s Office is responsible for the administration and procurement of supplies and material for the DPW divisions; it oversees and directs all functions within the Director’s Office and receives work- order requests from other government agencies. The Office is also responsible for scheduling roadwork assignments.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target SG1/ Number of projects assessed 750 PG1

Org 61610 Construction / Maintenance

Functional Statement The Construction and Maintenance Units are responsible for constructing roads and highway infrastructures, including retaining walls, bridges, culverts and guardrail installations for the Territory. Additionally, this activity center is responsible for repairing and maintaining all public road infrastructures including repairing potholes and clearing and pruning road shoulders and guts in the territory.

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Org 61800 Director’s Office

Functional Statement The Director’s Office is responsible for the overall assessment for the maintenance and repairs of the Department’s vehicles and equipments.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percentage of preventative SG1/ maintenance assessments on DPW 90% PG1 vehicles life expectancy

Org 61810 Repairs and Equipment Maintenance / Org 61820 Equipment Maintenance

Functional Statement The Repairs and Maintenance Unit are responsible for the assessment for the repairs of all vehicles and equipments, which also requires the purchasing of parts, oil and lubricants etc.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Percent of DPW vehicles receiving SG1/ 70% assessment for maintenance PG1

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Department of Public Works Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 6,929,933 6,437,963 6,162,390 Capital Outlays 1,432,559 - - Fringe Benefits 2,909,681 3,139,763 2,642,599 Supplies 691,191 623,067 539,209 Other Svs. & Chgs. 13,212,719 12,208,540 10,555,240 Utilities 668,847 650,000 656,609 Total General Fund 25,844,930 23,059,333 20,556,047

St. John Capital Improvement Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays 80,586 283,900 - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 16,187 (58,900) 225,000 Utilities - - - Total St. John Cap. Improvement Fund 96,773 225,000 225,000

Tourism Revolving Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 16,381 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 300,325 300,000 300,000 Utilities - - - Total Tourism Revolving Fund 316,706 300,000 300,000

Anti-Litter Beautification Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - 1,000,000 1,000,000 Utilities - - - Total Anti-Litter Beautification Fund - 1,000,000 1,000,000

Internal Revenue Matching Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Internal Revenue Matching Fund - - -

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 26,258,409 24,584,333 22,081,047

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

ARRA Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays 10,885,125 - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 87,446 - - Utilities - - - Total AARA Funds 10,972,571 - -

Federal Funds Personnel Services 134,049 125,350 125,350 Capital Outlays 19,503,601 28,278,678 21,306,773 Fringe Benefits 53,082 51,612 51,612 Supplies 4,513 - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 790,468 449,038 136,733 Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 20,485,712 28,904,678 21,620,468

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 31,458,284 28,904,678 21,620,468

GRAND TOTAL 57,716,693 53,489,011 43,701,515

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Department of Public Works Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund 61000 Commissioner's Office 846,180 - 349,576 26,209 290,000 - 1,511,965 61030 Electronic Data Processing 314,203 - 141,812 40,000 10,000 - 506,015 61100 Chief Engineer's Office 124,200 - 39,661 - - - 163,861 61110 Engineering - STT/STJ 330,770 - 120,478 10,000 5,000 - 466,248 61110 Engineering - STX 261,042 - 92,711 10,000 5,000 - 368,753 61120 Planning & Design 162,160 - 62,233 10,000 - - 234,393 61200 Transportation 723,020 - 310,369 10,000 5,000,000 - 6,043,389 61300 Personnel & Labor Rel-STT/STJ 51,894 - 22,175 - 20,000 - 94,069 61300 Personnel & Lab. Rel. - STX 113,682 - 48,677 5,000 - - 167,359 61330 Financial Management-STT/STJ 326,486 - 118,831 52,000 160,000 261,609 918,926 61330 Financial Management - STX 179,619 - 84,299 50,000 120,000 395,000 828,918 61510 Construction Maintenance STT/STJ 586,551 - 261,650 38,000 5,000 - 891,201 61510 Construction Maintenance STX 276,290 - 124,394 38,000 5,000 - 443,684 61600 Director's Office 397,934 - 200,928 - - - 598,862 61610 Construction STX 157,890 - 84,445 60,000 2,159,500 - 2,461,835 61620 Maintenance STT/STJ 586,035 - 298,094 60,000 2,685,740 - 3,629,869 61630 Capital Improvement Program 149,500 - 49,606 10,000 70,000 - 279,106 61810 Repairs & Maintenance 227,623 - 88,030 60,000 10,000 - 385,653 61820 Equipment Maintenance STT/SJ 347,311 - 144,630 60,000 10,000 - 561,941 Total General Fund 6,162,390 - 2,642,599 539,209 10,555,240 656,609 20,556,047 St. John Capital Inprovement Fund 61610 Construction - - - - 225,000 - 225,000 Total St. John Capital Improvement Fund - - - - 225,000 - 225,000 Tourism Revolving Fund 61000 Commissioner's Office - - - - 300,000 - 300,000 Total St. John Capital Improvement Fund - - - - 300,000 - 300,000 Anti-Litter and Beautification Fund 61000 Commissioner's Office - - - - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 Total St. John Capital Improvement Fund - - - - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS ARRA Funds ------Total ARRA Funds ------Federal Funds 61000 Commissioner's Office 2,016,000 - - - - 2,016,000 61120 Planning & Design - 18,200,000 - - - - 18,200,000 61200 Transportation 125,350 1,090,773 51,612 - 136,733 - 1,404,468 Total Federal Funds 125,350 21,306,773 51,612 - 136,733 - 21,620,468 GRAND TOTAL 6,287,740 21,306,773 2,694,211 539,209 12,216,973 656,609 43,701,515

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Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority VIRGIN ISLANDS WASTE

MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

Office of the Executive Director General Counsel Information Technology Office of Planning Financial Management Procurement and Property Human Resources Engineering

Compliance

Solid Waste Wastewater Environmental

General Fund St. John Capital Improvement Fund Tourism Revolving Fund Anti-Litter Beautification Fund Sewer Fund $32,039,004

$1,275,000 4% $300,000 1%

$3,675,513 11%

$23,826,491 75% Appropriated Funds $3,000,000 9%

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Virgin Islands Waste Management Agency

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Mission Statement

The mission of the Virgin Islands Waste Management Agency (VIWMA) is to protect public health and the natural beauty of the environment for residents and visitors through efficient, effective and fiscally responsible practices.

Scope and Overview

The Virgin Islands Waste Management Agency (VIWMA) was created by Act No. 6638, initiated in January 2004, as an autonomous entity to assume all the powers, duties, and responsibilities pertaining to solid waste and wastewater management services in the Territory. However, in 2008 the Governor of the Virgin Islands transmitted legislation to the Legislature of the Virgin Islands abolishing the Virgin Islands Waste Management Agency and creating the Virgin Islands Waste Management Agency to assume all the powers, duties, and responsibilities pertaining to solid waste and wastewater management services in the Territory.

This Agency is charged with providing environmentally sound management for the collection and disposal of solid waste, including the operation and closure of landfills, along with wastewater collection, treatment and disposal in the Virgin Islands.

The responsibilities of the Agency are to:

 Upgrade the existing wastewater collection, pumping, transport and treatment facilities, including locating a suitable site and constructing new treatment facilities and/or replacing the current collection system;  Develop and implement an integrated, comprehensive solid waste management program that includes, but is not limited to, constructing a solid waste disposal facility and establishing proper landfill operations and plans for public education, composting, waste oil and used lead acid batteries disposal, and landfill closure;  Repair, replace, rehabilitate, modernize and extend the solid waste management system and the wastewater collection, disposal and treatment system; financing all related capital and operating expenses on a self-sustained basis;  Create a sludge or bio-solids disposal program including the location of a suitable site and construction of the necessary facilities;  Develop and implement programs for septic system leak detection, reduction of infiltration and inflow and compliance with the permit limits for the service area of the Agency pursuant to the guidelines of the United States Environmental Protection Agency; Establish and administer equitable charges and fees for services consistent with the objectives of the Territorial and Federal Air and Water Pollution Control Acts, Federal Solid Waste Disposal Act, and Territorial Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Act and successor legislation, to improve the quality of the environment, and to develop and implement Agency’s plans for the Territory’s solid waste management and wastewater management systems;  Educate and inform the citizens of the Territory on matters related to solid waste and wastewater by developing and implementing a master public education plan;

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 Participate in the programs of the Federal Government, and any Federal Departments and Agencies in the fields of their authorized activities, including the receipt and administration of grants and loans, and will secure participation in such programs and the cooperation of such agencies in achieving mandates.  Establish a Septic System program to provide inspection and pump-out services.

Strategic Goal

Provide Territory-wide wastewater and solid waste collection, treatment and disposal services that are environmentally safe, efficient, effective, and maintain a healthy community.

Strategic Objective

Improve customer service by 30% for the residents of the Virgin Islands and obtain full termination consent orders for pump and lift stations by 2012.

Performance Goal(s):

Provide a safe and reliable wastewater and solid waste infrastructure. Provide timely and efficient services. Deliver mandated services in a cost efficient manner.

Key Performance Indicator(s):

Diverted and recycled over 30,000 tons of scrap metal from Bovoni Landfill. Diverted and recycled over 25,000 tires from Anguilla Landfill. Diverted and recycled over 12,000 e-waste items from the Territory’s landfills. Diverted and recycled over 1,600 fluorescent bulbs from the Territory’s landfills. Placement of 64-gallon carts in strategic locations on St. Thomas and St. John.

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Office of the Executive Director

This Activity Center is in charge of the overall management and supervision of the Virgin Islands Waste Management Agency. It develops and implements public information policies and procedures, and works to enhance overall public understanding of the Agency’s mandates. It ensures compliance with federal and local guidelines, agreements and mandates.

General Counsel

This Activity Center is responsible for providing legal support by advising and representing the Governing Board, Executive Director and the Agency on legal issues. The Legal Division provides legal opinions and legislative monitoring; drafts statutory amendments; develops, promulgates and implements rules and regulations; and ensures legal sufficiency in all matters.

Information Technology

This Activity Center maintains the Department’s communications network and computer units, and is primarily responsible for standardizing, updating and automating the Department’s software and hardware.

Office of Planning

This Activity Center plans and coordinates the programming of Federal and local funds for the Agency’s construction and safety Programs. It establishes and administers equitable charges and fees for services consistent with the objectives of the Territorial and Federal Air and Water Pollution Control Acts; Federal Solid Waste Disposal Act; and Territorial Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Act. This improves the quality of the environment and develops and implements the Agency’s plans for the Territory.

Financial Management

This Activity Center manages finances and administers functions of the Agency. It monitors all local and Federal funds for all Activity Centers; prepares and processes purchase orders; requisitions; Miscellaneous Disbursement Vouchers (MDV’s); Government Transportation Requests (GTR’s); and related travel documents for the Agency. It reconciles ledgers with the Department of Finance’s records; coordinates and compiles the Department’s budget; prepares bi-weekly time and attendance records for the Agency; sorts and distributes payroll checks; maintains equipment inventory and provides custodial services to all Divisions.

Procurement and Property

This Activity Center contracts for the acquisition of materials, supplies, equipment and services for the Agency through the most economical methods. It is charged with implementing and maintaining a Territory-wide automated procurement and inventory system.

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Human Resources

This Activity Center manages the personnel and labor relations activities of the Agency; provides technical and advisory services on the recruitment and selection of personnel; coordinates in-house orientation and training of new employees, processes Notices of Personnel Action (NOPA) and related personnel documents; processes Health Insurance and Workmen’s Compensation claims; processes Occupational Safety and Health Administration reports; reviews pay grade and step classifications of all Virgin Islands Waste Management Agency employees; coordinates accident reports and acts as liaison to the Office of Collective Bargaining and the Division of Personnel

Engineering

This Activity Center provides architectural, engineering, design and inspection services, including planning, designing, cost estimating and construction of the public infrastructure throughout the Territory.

Compliance

This Activity Center is responsible for obtaining full termination of Federal compliance orders and with reducing the number of notices of non-compliance.

Solid Waste

This Activity Center is responsible for the management, administration and procurement of supplies and materials for the Solid Waste Division. It is responsible for the collection and disposal of solid waste; the operation and maintenance of the landfills; collection of weights and measurements of solid waste collected by private haulers and the general public; and the provision of daily street cleaning services.

Wastewater

This Activity Center operates and maintains wastewater treatment plants. It ensures conformity with the regulations promulgated by the Department of Planning and Natural Resources and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency under the Clean Water Act; it maintains the sewer lines, treats and transports several million gallons of wastewater at various pump stations and force mains in the Territory.

Environmental

This Activity Center ensures protection of the environment by developing public education programs on the need for, and the benefits of litter control and beautification; and administers the Beautification Program for public property, roads and highways through planting and maintenance of flowers, plants and trees.

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Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Lump Sum Expenses - 5,498,812 23,826,491 Personnel Services 6,045,497 Capital Outlays 20,000 - - Fringe Benefits 2,206,384 2,085,709 - Supplies 541,250 756,140 - Other Svs. & Chgs. 16,519,303 15,611,173 - Utilities 2,443,900 3,253,900 - Total General Fund 27,776,334 27,205,734 23,826,491

Anti-Litter & Beautification Fund Lump Sum Expenses - 3,637,513 Personnel Services 1,402,621 1,517,452 Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits 532,656 575,622 - Supplies 240,896 162,500 - Other Svs. & Chgs. 1,638,632 917,700 - Utilities - - - Total Anti-Litter & Beautification Fund 3,814,805 3,173,274 3,637,513

Sewer Fund Lump Sum Expenses - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies 185,000 250,000 250,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. 2,815,000 2,750,000 2,750,000 Utilities - - - Total Sewer Fund 3,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000

St. John Capital Improvement Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - 210,000 210,000 Other Svs. & Chgs. - 482,500 965,000 Utilities - 100,000 100,000 Total St. John Capital Improvement Fund - 792,500 1,275,000

Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - 300,000 300,000 Utilities - - - Total Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund - 300,000 300,000

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 34,591,139 34,471,508 32,039,004

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds - - - Total Local Funds - - -

ARRA Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total ARRA Funds - - -

Federal Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays 801,690 2,343,654 - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds 801,690 2,343,654 -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 801,690 2,343,654 -

GRAND TOTAL 35,392,829 36,815,162 32,039,004

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Virgin Islands Waste Management Agency Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Lump Sum Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Expenses Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund 62000 Virgin Islands Waste Mgt Agency 23,826,491 - - - - - 23,826,491 Total General Fund 23,826,491 - - - - - 23,826,491

Other Local Funds Anti-Litter & Beautification 3,637,513 - - - - - 3,637,513 Sewer Fund - - - 250,000 2,750,000 - 3,000,000 St. John Capital Improvement Fund - - - 210,000 965,000 100,000 1,275,000 Tourism Advertising Revolving - - - 300,000 - 300,000 Total Other Local Funds 3,637,513 - - 460,000 4,015,000 100,000 8,212,513

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds ------Total Local Funds ------

ARRA Funds ------Total ARRA Funds ------

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 27,464,004 - - 460,000 4,015,000 100,000 32,039,004

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CULTURE AND RECREATION

Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation

Department of Tourism

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Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING, PARKS AND

RECREATION

Administration Office of Business and Finance Maintenance STT/STJ/STX Parks, Open Spaces and Beautification STT/STJ/STX Bureau of Sports and Recreation STT/STJ/STX

General Fund Casino Revenue Fund Athletic Fund Territorial Park Fund

$6,607,468

$129,358 2% $5,952,955 $265,000 90% 4%

Appropriated Non-Appropriated Funds Funds 10%

$260,155

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Message from the Commissioner Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation

The Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation (DHPR) derives its authority from Title 3, Chapter 18 of the Virgin Islands Code as amended. The Department of Housing, parks and Recreation administers, coordinates and serves as the “State Agency” for all programs pertinent to sports, parks and recreation whenever such designation is required by federal law for the purpose of participation in federal programs to the extent necessary to comply with applicable federal law. The Department has direct oversight of sports and recreation, parks and open spaces.

Act No. 6973 transferred the housing component of the Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation to the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority to foster a more comprehensive approach to community needs. This effectively created the Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation. The Honorable Governor John P. de Jongh, Jr. submitted legislation for the new designation of the Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation; however it has not been acted upon at the time of submission of this narrative.

The Department’s mission is to provide diverse sports and recreation; to maintain facilities and to promote physical fitness within the Territory. The Department charts the direction of Performance Management through use of strategic goals. The strategic goals are to: Contribute to the economic growth and development of the Territory through the facilitation of sports, events and other forms of sport tourism activities; and promotion of physical fitness and wellness for all ages. These goals encompass the Department’s vision of a healthier community through achievement of diverse sports and fitness programs as well as safe and well-maintained recreational facilities. The annual performance goals are to: Provide appropriate sporting facilities and venues and to enhance recreational programs for community use and enjoyment. The annual performance goals are intended to facilitate the promotion of operational effectiveness; the enhancement of recreation areas for community use and enjoyment; the elimination of structural deficiencies; and increase assurances that departmental facilities are within a safe environment.

The Department is organized into three (3) divisions. Each Unit develops and implements the performance goals that support the strategic objectives of the Department as follows:  The Division of Parks, Open Spaces and Recreation oversees the maintenance of parks and open spaces that belong to the Government;  The Division of Sports and Recreation coordinates and promotes sporting and recreational programs for the community’s enjoyment; and  The Division of the Office of the Commissioner administers business and financial activities, human resources requirements and the planning and development of capital projects.

In Fiscal Year 2012, the DHPR continued its enhancement and repair of various parks and recreational facilities throughout the Territory to include some outside the purview of its jurisdiction. Work on facilities outside the purview of the Department were funded with appropriations from the Virgin Islands Legislature. Funds from the Public Finance Authority were instrumental in the Department’s ability to initiate overdue repairs to parks and recreational facilities, as well. Additionally, the DHPR maintained its annual summer sports camps and initiated new recreational programs throughout the Territory for adults and youth groups.

Unfortunately, the annual budget continues to decrease to the point where the Fiscal Year 2013 General Fund Budget is now $5.9 million. This presents some serious challenges to the Department’s ability to

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operate at normal levels. Specifically, there were personnel reductions due to retirements in the Business Office and Maintenance as well as dismissals in the areas of sports and recreation.

Nevertheless, the Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation continues to act creatively in its efforts to overcome challenges and to demonstrate a continued commitment to provision of service to constituents.

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Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Contribute to the economic growth and development of the territory through the facilitation of sports, events and other forms of tourism 2. Promote physical fitness and wellness for all ages

Performance Goal(s): 1. Provide appropriate sporting facilities and venues 2. Enhance recreational programs for community use and enjoyment

Org 84000 Administration

Functional Statement The Administration Services Unit coordinates and compiles monthly reports; manages human resources and payroll, and plans and develops capital projects.

The Administrative Services Unit works towards improvement in the timely submission of monthly reports to the Office of Management and Budget.

Org 84010 Office of Business and Finance

Functional Statement The Office of Business and Finance oversees the Department’s business and financial operations and provides support services to all activity centers.

The Office of Business and Finance plans to provide assistance to the various divisions in the development of budgets for their programs and in the maintenance of appropriate reporting documentation.

Org 84110 Maintenance – STT/STJ/STX

Functional Statement The Maintenance Division maintains all parks and recreational facilities under the jurisdiction of the Department.

The Maintenance Division works toward Improvement of the work order system in efforts to ensure timely response to maintenance requests. Additionally, efforts are in place to make certain records are maintained of work performed.

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Org 84100 Parks, Open Space and Beautification-STT/STJ/STX

Functional Statement The Parks, Open Space and Beautification Unit maintain public parks, beaches, miscellaneous open spaces and recreational areas.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 TARGET Percent of recreational SG1/ facilities renovated by the PG1 60 total number requiring renovation

Org 84200 Bureau of Sports and Recreation – STT/STJ/STX

Functional Statement The Bureau of Sports and Recreation coordinates, conducts and promotes sporting and recreational programs throughout the Territory.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13

TARGET

Number of recreational SG2/ programs and activities PG2 25 offered Number of participants in SG2/ 500 after-school Programs PG2

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Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011* FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 4,121,979 3,816,941 3,431,997 Capital Outlays 157,775 - - Fringe Benefits 1,794,987 1,812,034 1,533,742 Supplies 358,194 151,021 101,019 Other Svs. & Chgs. 593,151 273,729 217,179 Utilities 841,520 643,582 669,018 Total General Fund 7,867,606 6,697,307 5,952,955

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 7,867,606 6,697,307 5,952,955

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds Personnel Services 42,933 40,000 40,000 Capital Outlays - 100,000 - Fringe Benefits 11,520 14,358 14,358 Supplies 121,247 270,155 180,155 Other Svs. & Chgs. 272,180 417,000 420,000 Utilities - - - Total Local Funds 447,880 841,513 654,513

Federal Funds Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlay - 50,000 - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. - - - Utilities - - - Total Federal Funds - 50,000 -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 447,880 891,513 654,513

GRAND TOTAL 8,315,486 7,588,820 6,607,468

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Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund 81000 Administration 407,146 - 155,876 15,620 7,100 - 585,742 81100 Office of Bus. & Finance 200,362 - 82,556 2,239 20,538 - 305,695 81300 Parks, Open Space, Beautifi. - STT 532,009 - 243,662 21,338 52,744 117,549 967,302 81202 Maintenance Parks Opens Space - STT 131,683 - 63,537 4,000 4,540 3,000 206,760 81301 Bureau of Sports & Recrea. - STT 883,274 - 384,238 10,714 39,674 79,057 1,396,957 81500 Parks, Open Space, Beautifi. - STX 546,707 - 266,405 32,800 48,556 248,019 1,142,487 81402 Maintenance Parks Opens Space - STX 137,711 - 69,208 6,000 4,540 - 217,459 81501 Bureau of Sports & Recrea. - STX 593,105 - 268,260 8,308 39,487 221,393 1,130,553 Total General Fund 3,431,997 - 1,533,742 101,019 217,179 669,018 5,952,955

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 81000 Administration 40,000 - 14,358 180,155 420,000 - 654,513 Total Local Funds 40,000 - 14,358 180,155 420,000 - 654,513

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 3,471,997 - 1,548,100 281,174 637,179 669,018 6,607,468

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Department of Tourism

DEPARTMENT OF

TOURISM

Administration and Management

Public Relations Film Promotion Administration

Convention and Visitor’s Bureau STT/STJ/STX

Offshore Activities

General Fund Tourism Revolving Fund Tourism Revolving Fund

$ 20,916,377

$17,500,000 Non-Appropriated $2,766,377 Appropriated 84% Funds 13% Funds

$650,000 3%

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Message from the Commissioner of the Department of Tourism

The mission of the Department of Tourism (DOT) is to increase visitor expenditures, to aid in the economic development of the Territory as mandated by the 21st Legislature, which created the Department on May 8, 1995. A strategic marketing plan was developed which will fulfill the mission of the Department and secure the US Virgin Islands position as a unique, competitive and desirable tourist destination. The Department’s strategic plan is based on four (4) core goals: (1) increase the number of domestic and international visitors and expenditures; (2) improve community awareness of tourism; (3) ensure the uniqueness of each island is represented in efforts; and (4) build brand equity and create growth for St. Croix.

In order to achieve these goals, the Department’s approach involves the following: (1) maintaining good communication with partners (i.e. hoteliers, attractions, the National Park Service, tour operators, travel agents, airlines, the media and the community); (2) maintaining market share for St. Thomas and St. John with a steadfast commitment to seeking new opportunities and increased market share for St. Croix; (3) using non-traditional approaches to market the Virgin Islands to step away from mainstream programs; and (4) adjusting marketing plan as needed, evaluating tactics, and measuring results to ensure efficiency.

The Department’s accomplishments in Fiscal Year 2011 were many – the public relations strategy resulted in total media impressions of 591,590,534 with an advertising equivalency of $8,709,537. This outreach resulted in 672 stories featuring the United States Virgin Islands. The Film Division efforts resulted in multiple commercial and editorial location shoots that contributed an estimated $3 million spend and 100 local hires, including parts of the high profile installment of the Twilight Saga franchise - Breaking Dawn. The national sales team continued to develop relationships with consumers and the travel trade with over 11,000 sales calls and an increase in the number of travel shows attended. To date in Fiscal Year 2012 the Department continues to build on prior strides. DOT continues to be a major player in the international sales market by targeting potential visitors in Canada, Scandinavia, Italy and now the Caribbean Diaspora with efficient and well planned marketing and sales efforts.

Product Development

The Department’s local tourism awareness campaign debuted on television featuring five spots highlighting how Virgin Islanders can be inspired to deliver the highest level of service. In print, the public tourism awareness campaign continued to receive great exposure for a relatively small expenditure. The Customer Service Pledge is still going strong with over 1000 pledge takers to date. The “My Community” educational program has increased its outreach by engaging the third grade classes of all public elementary schools. A summer camp element, educating children on the importance of heritage tourism, has been added to the program.

Overall Performance

The Department continues to be outspent by competitors in advertising dollars; however highly professional, well-trained and efficient staff help the Department maintain a strong market presence. In addition, contracted advertising and public relations agencies are also very skilled, hard-working and among the best in the industry. There are 33 individuals employed by the Department of Tourism.

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Outlook Fiscal Year 2013

The economic outlook for Fiscal Year 2013 remains challenging. However, there is some encouragement the tourism market will continue to experience modest growth. The US continues to be the primary source market for the Territory; nevertheless DOT plans to aggressively explore other markets. One example of this is the charter service from Denmark to St. Croix which has provided growth from the Scandinavian countries. Additionally, new service from Canada, which began this fiscal year, will allow the Department to explore opportunities for an increased number of both leisure and group travelers. Continued efforts to encourage visitors from within the Caribbean region to visit the Territory’s shores will play a major role during Fiscal Year 2013.

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Department of Tourism

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Other

Strategic Goal(s): 1. Increase the number of domestic and international visitors and expenditures 2. Improve community awareness of tourism 3. Ensure that the uniqueness of each island is represented in departmental efforts 4. Build brand equity and create growth for St. Croix

Performance Goal(s): 1. Enhance the tourism product 2. Manage operational effectiveness

Org 92000 Administration and Management

Functional Statement

The Administration and Management Unit is responsible for ensuring that the department operates in accordance with local and federal rules governing its operations.

One of the duties and responsibilities of this Unit includes providing daily oversight and management of the entire financial operations of the Department by administering the Department's annual budget and ensuring that funds are disbursed in accordance with the level of funds allotted and the rules and regulations governing the purchase and acquisition of goods and services. This Unit provides financial leadership and support to all divisions and works in collaboration with division heads in ensuring that the overall Department mandates are met. Similarly the Unit works in tandem with other financial institutions in resolving and reporting all issues and concerns regarding the disbursement of funds. The Unit is charged with providing all financial data when reporting to legislative inquiries and making appearances at budget hearings. Periodically, the Unit must conduct audits of the financial operations of all offices operating outside of the Territory of the Virgin Islands. This Unit is also responsible for overseeing the Department’s human resources needs and services. This Unit deals with issues related to people such as compensation, hiring, performance management, organization development, safety, wellness, benefits, employee motivation, communication, administration, and training. It is responsible for ensuring that all management expectations are met in collaboration with administering collective bargaining agreements already in place.

Org 92010 Marketing

Functional Statement The Marketing Unit manages the daily operations of the Department, including planning, implementation, supervision, and coordination of all programs. It has oversight of all advertising, public relations, and promotional programs for the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Double the number of service SG/2 2 awards during FY 2013 PG1

Increase number of SG/2 destination promotions 2 PG1 annually by two (2) Increase cruise line marketing SG/2 5% by 5% PG1

Org 92020 Film Promotion

Functional Statement The Office of Film Promotion advances markets and advertises the U.S. Virgin Islands as a location for the production of audio-visual commodities. Activities within the Film Division remain an important part of the destination’s tourism mix and contribute millions to the local economy. The Department will continue to encourage a variety of productions such as television productions, still shoots, music videos and feature films to use the USVI as the a backdrop. With the recent passing of the S.T.A.R.S. act, the Department anticipates increased activity during FY 2013.

Org 92100 Tourism Administration

Functional Statement The Administration Unit manages the daily operations of the Department, such as planning, implementation, supervision, and coordination of all programs to include the Greeters and Stranded Passengers programs, Visitor’s Bureau and Welcome Centers. It has oversight of all advertising, public relations, and promotional programs for the U.S. Virgin Islands.

This Unit coordinates and executes all internal and external activities for the Department and performs as a liaison between the client and vendors. It has an unwavering commitment to build productive, beneficial and collaborative relationships with other government agencies, the private sector and other organizations. Good customer service before, during and after each guest's visit is essential to the overall promotion of the U.S. Virgin Islands as premier tourism destination. Greeters stationed at the airports and cruise ports ensure that guests receive a hassle free experience by providing directions, information and assistance as needed in the downtown areas as well. The stranded passengers’ assistance program provides support during unforeseen events including lost luggage inquiries, updating guests on flight schedules during delays, finding transportation, and working with VI Port Authority during prolonged or unexpected over-night delays to distribute meal and hotel vouchers. By offering emotional support by being an “island friend,” trained team members turn a potentially negative destination experience into a positive one.

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Org 92110 Convention and Visitors’ Bureau - STT/STJ/STX

Functional Statement The Convention and Visitor’s Bureau provides direct support services to current and prospective visitors through dissemination of various services and informational brochures, pamphlets, and other promotional materials. The Cruise Ship Division compiles relevant statistics concerning passengers, provides promotional and support services in cooperation with cruise ship companies, and distributes information at disembarkation sites. It is also responsible for the preparation of the bi-annual cruise ship schedules.

Communication is important to the successful promotion of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Visitors’ Bureau and Welcome Centers provide information about the Territory as passengers disembark the cruise ships. Trained staff provide direct support services to on-island and prospective visitors through dissemination of information, brochures, pamphlets and other promotional material and all from convenient handicap- accessible offices, DOT’s team also handles a substantial volume of communications – verbal, email, post, and fax – with a wide variety of queries and requests for assistance on any topic related to the Virgin Islands in an efficient and courteous manner. Complaints are analyzed and reviewed regularly, and prompt corrective action ensures the organization’s commitment to continuous improvement.

Org 92120 Offshore Activities

Functional Statement The Offshore Activities Unit promotes the United States Virgin Islands as an upscale, year-round destination by engaging in promotional activities designed to influence travel agents, wholesalers, tour operators, group and incentive planners, airlines, consumers and other travel related entities on the U.S. mainland.

Key Performance Indicator(s) SG/PG FY 13 Target Increase the number of sales team training of industry SG/2 5 partners by five (5) per staff PG1 member

Increase # of sales calls by 6% SG/2 6% per person per month PG1

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Department of Tourism Three Year Financial Summary By Budget Category

FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 Expenditure Appropriation Recommendation APPROPRIATED FUNDS

General Fund Personnel Services 1,893,030 1,846,586 1,485,081 Capital Outlays - - 50,000 Fringe Benefits 648,140 646,494 541,742 Supplies 10,094 2,717 6,554 Other Svs. & Chgs. 758,954 453,688 538,000 Utilities 67,662 162,798 145,000 Total General Fund 3,377,880 3,112,283 2,766,377

Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund* Personnel Services - - - Capital Outlays - - - Fringe Benefits - - - Supplies - - - Other Svs. & Chgs. 600,000 650,000 650,000 Utilities - - - Total Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund 600,000 650,000 650,000

TOTAL APPROPRIATED FUNDS 3,977,880 3,762,283 3,416,377

NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS

Local Funds 17,690,597 17,500,000 17,500,000 Total Local Funds 17,690,597 17,500,000 17,500,000

Federal Funds - - - Total Federal Funds - - -

TOTAL NON-APPROPRIATED FUNDS 17,690,597 17,500,000 17,500,000

GRAND TOTAL 21,668,477 21,262,283 20,916,377

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Department of Tourism Financial Summary Fiscal Year 2013 Governor's Recommendation All Funds - By Activity Center

Personnel Capital Fringe Other Svs. Description Services Outlay Benefits Supplies & Chgs. Utilities Total

APPROPRIATED FUNDS General Fund 92000 Administration & Mgmt. 773,452 50,000 281,948 6,554 453,000 145,000 1,709,954 92010 Public Relations 35,880 - 9,226 - - - 45,106 92100 Administration 158,638 - 54,133 - - - 212,771 92110 Visitors' Bureau 242,491 - 97,478 - - - 339,969 92120 Off-shore Activities 274,620 - 98,957 - 85,000 - 458,577 Total General Fund 1,485,081 50,000 541,742 6,554 538,000 145,000 2,766,377

Local Funds Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund 92000 St. John Carnival - - - - 75,000 - 75,000 92000 Crucian Christmas Fiesta - - - - 275,000 - 275,000 92000 Virgin Islands Carnival - - - - 300,000 - 300,000 Total Local Funds - - - - 650,000 - 650,000

NON- APPROPRIATED FUNDS Local Funds - - - - 17,500,000 - 17,500,000 Total Local Funds - - - - 17,500,000 - 17,500,000

Federal Funds ------Total Federal Funds ------GRAND TOTAL 1,485,081 50,000 541,742 6,554 18,688,000 145,000 20,916,377

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OTHER

Miscellaneous

409

Miscellaneous

MISCELLANEOUS

General Fund

$103,418,220

$103,418,220 Appropriated Funds 100%

410

EXECUTIVE MISCELLANEOUS BUDGET GENERAL FUND

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Code Agency/Misc Item Actual Appropriation Recommendation

M1162 BIT - Maintenance of IT Infrastructure 505,853 697,424 826,053

M3103 BIT- License Fees GWAN 715,235 899,407 983,426

M1023 DHS - Add'l bed at Sea View - Long term care of the Elderly 576,451 550,000 550,000

M1026 DHS - Care Givers Support 39,977 - -

M1021 DHS - Herbert Grigg Homer for Residents Supplies 4,477 - -

M1031 DHS - My Brother's Table 50,000 40,000 -

M1029 DHS - United Way 50,000 50,000 44,500

M2043 DHS- V.I. Partners Recovery Village 600,000 600,000 600,000

M6140 DHS-10,000 Helpers-Outreach Workers 95,000 75,000 66,750

M1200 DHS-American Red Cross Defibulator Training-STT - 10,000 -

M1201 DHS-American Red Cross Defibulator Training-STX - 10,000 -

M6207 DHS-American Red Cross-STT 135,000 135,000 120,150

M6220 DHS-American Red Cross-STX 135,000 135,000 120,150

M0024 DHS-Bethlehem House STT 64,125 100,000 89,000

M0025 DHS-Bethlehem House STX 64,125 100,000 89,000

M5023 DHS-Catholic Charities -Outreach Workers 150,000 150,000 133,500

M8010 DHS-Center for Independent Living 77,500 77,500 68,975

M1127 DHS-COAST 47,500 50,000 44,500

M7027 DHS-Energy Crisis Program 1,500,000 1,500,000 1,500,000

M1206 DHS-Joan Sealey to feed the homeless - 10,000 -

M3035 DHS-Kidscope 85,500 90,000 100,000

M3136 DHS-Lutheran Church-Project HOPE 80,750 85,000 75,650

M7039 DHS-Lutheran Social Services 146,374 50,000 44,500

M005L DHS-Men's Coalition Counseling (Catholic Services 25,650 27,000 24,030

M1124 DHS-Methodist Church in the Caribbean and Americas - 10,000 -

M1030 DHS-My Brother's Workshop - 50,000 44,500

M2126 DHS-Queen Louise Home -- Elderly 33,570 - -

MI970 DHS-STJ Community Crisis Center - 33,750 -

NEW DHS- ST. John Community Foundation (STJ Dial-A-Ride) - - 44,500

M0431 DHS-STT/STJ Dial-A-Ride 149,625 78,750 78,086

M8001 DHS-STX Mission Outreach- Trans. Hous. & Sup. Living - - -

M0035 DHS-STX Women's Coalition 205,200 100,000 89,000

411

EXECUTIVE MISCELLANEOUS BUDGET GENERAL FUND

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Code Agency/Misc Item Actual Appropriation Recommendation

M1205 DHS-to Host the STT Senior Citizens Ball - 27,000 -

M1207 DHS-Travel in Style - 10,000 -

MIS53 DHS-V.I. Coalition Cit. w/Disabilities 135,000 67,500 60,750

M2030 DHS-V.I. Res. Center for Disabled 99,000 49,500 44,055

M3110 DHS-VIVA CASA Program 64,125 67,500 67,000

M1126 DHS-Wheel Coach 200,000 100,000 -

M0032 DHS-Women's -Family Resource Center 202,122 159,570 142,017

NEW DHS-Additional MAP Local Match - - 9,000,000

NEW DHS- QRIS - - 500,000

M9125 DOA - Bont Tick Program 81,269 37,500 40,000

M9022 DOA- Agric. Sustainable Contribution 225,500 125,000 200,000

M2148 DOA- Drought Relief Fund - 45,000 45,000

M3057 DOA-Humane Society STJ 13,500 13,500 13,500

M3056 DOA-Humane Society STT 90,000 40,000 40,000

M3055 DOA-Humane Society STX 90,000 40,000 40,000

M6085 DOE Inter Scholastic Sports Travel 162,710 200,000 200,000

M8232 DOE - Schools Maintenance 1,096,308 2,000,000 3,000,000

M4060 DOE-Albert Ragster Scholarship 40,000 40,000 40,000

M3081 DOE-Beacon Schools 299,250 315,000 315,000

M0555 DOE-Career and Technical Education for the Marine Education Program - 20,000 -

MI111 DOE-Cont. Adult Ed. Tuition Subsidy 8,500 10,000 10,000

MI541 DOE-FBLA Grant 9,000 18,000 15,000

M4061 DOE-James A. Petersen Scholarship 18,599 18,600 18,500

M1180 DOE-Longditudinal Data System Phase I 1,212 2,000,000 950,000

M1178 DOE-Outstanding Contractual Agreement 629,652 - -

M6092 DOE-TSWAME After School Program- Cancryn School 25,650 27,000 35,000

M0555 DOE-VI Career Technical Education Board 136,013 700,000 700,000

M1108 DOF - Data Archiving, Warehouse and Other Svcs. - 250,000 193,800

M1107 DOF - IRS Interest and Penalties 146,031 - -

M6261 DOF - VI Housing Authority-Youth Build -STT - 42,500 -

M6262 DOF - VI Housing Authority-Youth Build -STX - 42,500 -

M8008 DOF- Audit Services 312,800 900,000 1,200,000

412

EXECUTIVE MISCELLANEOUS BUDGET GENERAL FUND

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Code Agency/Misc Item Actual Appropriation Recommendation

MIS08 DOF- Dept. of Finance Claim Funds 114,000 120,000 120,000

M2103 DOF- Judges Pension Fund 550,000 550,000 721,723

M1005 DOF-Annual Maintenance (IBM) - 199,000 121,120

M1004 DOF-Annual Maintenance (IDC) - 156,000 100,000

MIS09 DOF-Bonding Gov't. Employees 125,000 175,000 125,000

M7150 DOF-Casino Commission 656,385 794,250 706,881

MIS32 DOF-Comm. Uniform State Laws 38,000 40,000 40,000

M2102 DOF-Elected Governor's Ret. Fund 630,000 592,000 344,832

M1002 DOF-ERP System Software 499,933 400,000 700,000

M0401 DOF-Finance Audit Accounting Assistance 773,815 300,000 500,000

NEW DOF- Time and Attendance Software/Hardware - - 570,966

NEW DOF- Telephone and Communication Services Contract - - 36,000

NEW DOF- Telecheck Loss Prevention Fees - - 200,000

M1003 DOF-GASB45 - 35,000 35,000

M1009 DOF-GERS Employer Cont. Annual and Sick Leave Hours 2,311,971 - -

MI670 DOF-Grant V.I. Housing Finance Auth. 2,008,474 2,070,592 1,980,826

M9080 DOF-Grants to Territorial Bd. of the VI Hosp. Health Fac. Corp - 50,000 100,000

M1109 DOF-Paul M. Pearson Cooperative Repairs & Operations 76,000 - -

M2101 DOF-Pension Fund 50,000 50,000 50,000

M0015 DOF-Unemployment Insurance - 315,000 -

NEW DOH - HIV Ryan White Title IV Program - - 250,000

M1064 DOH - HIV Medication 170,000 200,000 200,000

M1066 DOH - Women's With Focus, Inc. Obesity 10,000 - -

M3053 DOH-East End Medical Center 1,095,494 1,095,494 1,674,988

M3054 DOH-Frederiksted Health Center 1,493,316 1,493,316 1,993,316

M1202 DOH-Maintenance Contract for Ambulance Boat - 75,000 75,000

MIS18 DOH-Nurse Licensure Board 145,739 250,000 472,500

M1203 DOH-Payments to US EPA 125,000 -

M5035 DOH-V.I. Perinatal Inc. 709,760 709,760 631,686

NEW DOH- Outstanding Mental Health Obligations and Other Operations - - 625,000

NEW DOH- Consent Agreement for Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) - - 50,000

M1275 DOJ-Contribution to hospitals for use of morgue facilities. - 240,000 213,600

413

EXECUTIVE MISCELLANEOUS BUDGET GENERAL FUND

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Code Agency/Misc Item Actual Appropriation Recommendation

M1143 DOJ-Contribution to Legal Defense Fund - 100,000 89,000

MIS07 DOJ-Judgments Greater Than $25,000 164,102 400,000 356,000

MIS06 DOJ-Judgments $6,001 to $25,000 56,280 200,000 178,000

NEW DOJ-Judgments $6,000 and Less - - 75,000

M8022 DOJ-Witness Protection Program - 250,000 250,000

M9017 DOP - Admin. Expenses Health Ins Board 275,000 275,000 275,000

M1106 DOP - GVI Employees' Recognition Activities 40,000 - 25,000

M1116 DOP-Buck Consultants - 252,000 320,000

M0081 DOP-Health Insurance Retirees 22,300,000 22,300,000 23,963,000

MIS17 DOP-Municipal Council Pension 15,000 33,000 40,000

M7235 DOT-Christmas Carnival - STX 175,000 225,000 200,250

M7242 DOT-Festival & Cultural Organization, STJ 175,000 175,000 155,750

M7234 DOT-VI Carnival - STT 250,000 500,000 350,000

NEW DOT-Welcome Facility and Downtown Restrooms - STT - - 1,750,000

M2131 DPNR-Cont. Heritage Trail STX - 9,000 -

M1234 DPNR-Humanities Council - 15,000 -

M0005 DPNR-V.I. Council on the Arts 639,193 372,402 372,402

M0820 DPNR-V.I. Institute of Culture 169,935 - -

NEW DPNR-Tutu Well Litigation Site - - 200,000

M8108 DPW- STT/STJ Inter-island Ferry 415,000 858,701 850,000

M6021 DPW-Abandoned Vehicles STT/STJ - 150,000 150,000

M6022 DPW-Abandoned Vehicles STX - 150,000 150,000

M1277 DPW-Eastern Cemetery Vault Construction - 400,000 -

M1276 DPW-Eastern Cemetery -Additional Land Acquisition - 500,000 -

M1278 DPW-Iron Man Triathlon Road Repairs - 100,000 100,000

NEW DPW-Road Repairs and Stripping Road - - 1,500,000

DPW-Retaining Wall at Estate Altona & Welgunst - 30,000 -

M2188 HPR- Alvin McBean Little League - 9,000 9,000

M0048 HPR - Camp Arawak - 67,500 67,500

M6040 HPR - La Leche Little League - 9,000 9,000

M3102 HPR - P.R./V.I. Friendship Day STT 20,000 10,000 - T o M7016 HPR - Pan Dragons 10,000 20,000 20,000

414

EXECUTIVE MISCELLANEOUS BUDGET GENERAL FUND

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Code Agency/Misc Item Actual Appropriation Recommendation

M9215 HPR - Savan's Boy's Club 15,000 20,000 10,000

M7014 HPR - St. Thomas Swimming Association - 20,000 20,000

M8067 HPR - STX Horse Race Imp. Fund- Christmas 2nd Day 54,000 54,000 30,000

M3017 HPR - Utilities - 500,000 700,000

M2020 HPR - Youth Programs-STT - 22,500 22,500

M2020 HPR - Youth Programs-STX - 22,500 22,500

M5017 HPR Amateur Boxing Program 25,000 96,000 50,000

M6259 HPR- Betterment of Carenage - Father's Day Celebration 10,000 5,000 10,000

M7019 HPR- Elmo Plaskett Little League East 4,500 9,000 9,000

M7019 HPR -Elmo Plaskett Little League West - 9,000 9,000

M6134 HPR -Elrod Hendricks Little Lg West 4,500 9,000 9,000

M3101 HPR- Heritage Dancers 10,000 10,000 5,000

M1088 HPR- Mon Bijou Center - 15,000 -

M8067 HPR -STT Carnival Horse Race Purses 54,000 54,000 30,000

DM3012 HPR- VI Basketball Federation - 100,000 75,000

M1229 HPR-American Legion - Post 102 - 15,000 15,000

M1226 HPR-American Legion - Post 133 - 15,000 15,000

M1227 HPR-American Legion - Post 85 - 15,000 15,000

M1228 HPR-American Legion - Post 85 Auxiliary - 5,000 5,000

M1225 HPR-American Legion - Post 90 - 15,000 15,000

M1186 HPR-AY Drum Corp 5,000 - -

M7128 HPR-Boys and Girls Club of the Virgin Islands 67,500 90,000 90,000

M1181 HPR-Cheetas Track Racing Team Inc. - - -

HPR-Chess Tournament STT/STJ - 8,000 8,000

M2292 HPR-Eastern Caribbean Friendship Week - 15,000 -

M1233 HPR-For use in the VI Scholars Program - 10,000 -

M7134 HPR-Frenchtown Civic Organization 25,000 10,000 10,000

M7134 HPR-Frenchtown Civic Organization-Heritage Week - 10,000 10,000

M3102 HPR-P.R. / V.I. Friendship Day- STX - 25,000 20,000

M6135 HPR-Pistarkle Theater - 20,000 5,000

M8080 HPR-SPARKS (Including $5,000 for scuba diving prg) 5,000 - -

M1231 HPR-St. Croix Horse Racing Association - 20,000 15,000

415

EXECUTIVE MISCELLANEOUS BUDGET GENERAL FUND

FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Code Agency/Misc Item Actual Appropriation Recommendation

M1232 HPR-St. Thomas Horse Racing Association - 20,000 15,000

M3005 HPR-STT Zero Tolerance Bask. League 10,000 15,000 15,000

M9220 HPR-STX Swimming Association - 30,000 20,000

M3012 HPR-VI Basketball Federation for the Prep. & Travel Teams 25,000 - -

M4012 HPR-VI Olympic Committee 220,000 338,000 300,000

M7108 HPR-Virgin Islands Special Olympics 35,000 35,000 35,000

M7136 HPR-West Star Steel Orchestra 10,000 - -

M1148 LEGVI-Legislature of the VI Employee Separation 83,000 980,000 -

M7029 LGO-Government Access Channel 175,616 100,000 140,000

NEW LGO-Platform Consultant - - 75,000

M1285 OMB-Contingency Funding Federal Programs - 2,450,000 -

M1280 OMB-Funding for additional critical vacancies - 3,000,000 -

M1586 OMB-Implement Early Retirement 1994 155,492 172,290 150,000

M6153 OMB-Third Party Fiduciary 4,340,303 2,591,331 3,200,000

M1279 OMB-Workman's Compensation Increase - 1,190,848 1,190,848

NEW OMB-8% Reduction of Salaries - - 7,000,000

M8004 OOG - BVI/VI Friendship Day 7,095 75,000 25,000

M1113 OOG - Emancipation Day Activities - 25,000 22,250

M1006 OOG- Expenses for Annual Activities 51,540 90,000 80,100

MIS10 OOG- Legal Services of the Virgin Islands 900,000 1,000,000 890,000

M6021 OOG-Abandoned Vehicles STT/STJ 108,782 - -

M6022 OOG-Abandoned Vehicles STX 7,107 - -

M1111 OOG-Inaugural Activities 150,000 - -

NEW OOG-P.R. / V.I. Friendship Day - - 22,250

M2118 OOG-V.I. Economic Development Auth. 4,610,422 5,011,328 5,158,006

M2121 OTAG-Nat'l Guard Pension Fund 51,900 57,200 53,400

M0019 OVA-Burial Expenses Veterans 191,394 - -

M1281 OVA-Veterans Medical and Burial Expenses - 400,000 400,000

M5041 P&P-Dept. of Prop. & Proc. Appraisals 84,758 50,000 75,000

M0004 P&P-Insurance Gov't Bldg./Properties 7,040,251 7,616,929 7,306,929

MIS12 P&P-Renewal Fed. Flood Insurance 143,000 157,300 157,300

M4033 SRMC-Roy L. Schneider Hospital Nursing School 125,000 - -

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FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Code Agency/Misc Item Actual Appropriation Recommendation

MI953 UVI Labor Force Survey - 119,704 119,704

M7005 UVI Tech Park 190,000 - -

NEW UVI-Outstanding Obligation to FEMA - 399,000

M1033 VIES - VI General Election 221,973 - 350,000

NEW VIES - VI Replacement of Voting Machines - - 300,000

M3034 VIFS-Junior Firefighters 14,869 41,000 32,500

M1133 VIFS-Junior Firefighters 30th Anniversary Celebration 4,970 - -

M9056 VIPD - Crime Stoppers - 25,000 25,000

M1282 VIPD-Excessive Force Consent Decree - 1,900,000 2,949,038

M1151 VIPD-Grove Place Weed and Seed Program 56,571 135,000 100,000

M0561 VIPD-Police Athletic League STT 2,251 45,000 32,000

M3062 VIPD-Police Athletic League STX 9,656 45,000 32,000

M8074 VIPD-STT Bovoni Weed & Seed Program - 135,000 100,000

M3061 VITEMA - STJ Rescue 50,000 40,000 35,000

MIS23 VITEMA - STT Rescue 200,000 200,000 150,000

MIS24 VITEMA - STX Rescue 200,000 200,000 150,000

M1286 VITEMA-Consultant Services related to 911 system - 100,000 100,000

NEW VITEMA- Communication System 911 - - 78,663

M0011 VITEMA-Disaster Recovery Contingency - 1,000,000 1,000,000

M1283 VITEMA-Generator Maintenance - 50,000 -

M8021 VITEMA-National Guard- WITT Training and Consultation 50,821 67,500 -

M1287 VITEMA-Outstanding Obligation - 344,452 -

M1286 VITEMA-Pre-positioned Disaster Assistance - 250,000 250,000

M5034 VITEMA-Water Island Rescue 10,000 10,000 10,000

M1145 VITEMA-Water Search & Rescue (Ambulance/S&R Boat) 25,000 - -

M9148 WMA- Supplemental Environmental Project - 400,000 400,000

M1016 Emergency Fire Hazard 11,325

M1018 Retroactive Wages 44,966,819

M1135 G\F TO PW Roadside Maintenance 222,856

M117A 340 Boxing 15,000

M117D DOT-Sponsor VI Championship 50,000

M7048 Civil Rights Commission Office 8,910

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FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Code Agency/Misc Item Actual Appropriation Recommendation

M7078 High School Track Football 11,570

M7114 DOF-Health Insurance Reimbursement 35,146

M7262 30% Stamp Tax collection 3,000,000

M8112 Strip Major Roads Terr. 250,000

M8141 Rehab Emergency Operator 3,776

M8150 Online Sex Offenders Registry 1,188

M8231 Coral Bay Ambulance and Repair 10,888

M9016 Crucian Latin Caribbean Festival 5,000

M9149 Medical Bracelets Asst. Program 2,740

M9211 Animal Shelter (Humane Society) 40,000

NEW DOE-Pupil Transportation - - 1,500,000

NEW DOE-Appraisals #13 Upper Bethlehem STX 50,000

NEW OOG-EDA 20% Match for US EDA Revolving Loan Fund 1,000,000

GRAND TOTAL 114,420,039 82,257,398 103,418,220

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Federal Budget Overview Federal Budget Overview

Department of Justice

The Paternity & Child Support Enforcement (PCSE) Program received funding of $4,860,535 in FY 2011. This funding was utilized as in previous years to enforce child support obligations, and collect and disburse obligation payments owed by non-custodial parents to their children in accordance with PCSE objectives. In addition, the program continues to locate a number of non-custodial parents, and establish paternity and medical support.

With $4,860,535, of FY 2011 funding, 1,156 cases were established and 595 paternities opened with medical coverage. Also, in the same fiscal year, a total of $10,554,895 was collected and $8,769,471 distributed to custodial parents. This represents an increase in Federal funding of $567,923 or 13.23% in FY 2011 over 2010 of $4,292,612. A total of $10,747,124 was collected and $8,916,974 distributed to custodial parents in FY 2010. In addition, for 2010, 1140 cases were established and 169 paternities opened with medical coverage representing a 1.41%, and 252% increase in the number of cases and paternities opened, respectively. This significant increase in the number of paternities opened in FY 2011 indicates that the program continues to make major strides in fulfilling its requirements. In FY 2013 $4,500,586 is projected to be received to continue this program.

The Access and Visitation Grant is utilized for access and visitation programs for families. The funding of $100,000 received in FY 2011 was distributed through a Request for Proposal (RFP) process to community-based, faith-based, and/or non-profit agencies throughout the Territory. The Access and Visitation Program offers activities such as education, counseling, mediation and/or visitation services, designed to promote Paternity and Child Support’s motto, “Children First.” This non-matching grant funding source of $100,000 annually continues to help the program further the goals of helping predominantly fathers and/or any non-custodial parent to play a significant role in the lives of their children.

In FY 2011, the program assisted 826 families, and 601 children utilized services such as Dial-A-Dad, mediation, counseling, and parenting education. The success of the program during FY 2011 was partly due to the recently established working relationship with agencies such as the Early Head Start Program and the Virgin Islands Housing Authority. This relationship resulted in increase involvement of fathers with their child(ren) at an early age, and the implementation of a territory-wide project to promote positive interaction between non-custodial parents and their child(ren) by sponsoring activities on Father’s Day for residents and surrounding communities. The program is expected to receive $100,000 in FY 2013.

The Paul Coverdell Virgin Islands Forensic Science Improvement Grant seeks to facilitate the improvement of forensic service in the Virgin Islands. Successful investigation and prosecution of crimes require the collection, preservation, and forensic analysis of evidence, which can be crucial to demonstrations of guilt or innocence. In FY 2010 the program was awarded $140,397which will be utilized to improve the quality, quantity, and timeliness of forensic science services in the Territory. In addition, it seeks to affect institutional changes that would demonstrate improvements over current operations. Presently, a location has been chosen to house the new Forensic Science Lab. Experts in ballistics and lab construction have been sourced to assist the Department of Justice with fulfilling the objectives of this program and with retrofitting of the new forensic location. In FY 2013 the program projects to receive $202,914.

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The Sex Offender Sentencing, Monitoring, Apprehending, Registering and Tracking 2008 (SMART) Grant funding of $194,998 from FY 2008 continue to be utilized in FY 2011 towards implementation of a number of initiatives for sexual offenders: (1) Notification of Duty to Register as a Sex Offender forms and inform offenders of their obligation to register; (2) Out of the Territory travel permits, which require offenders to alert the office of their planned departure from the U.S. Virgin Islands and their intended destination; (3) Sex Offender Compliance Forms which readily made known what was omitted from the files of offenders; (4) Visiting Sexual Offenders Forms, which maintain a list of offenders coming to the Territory and the time of their departure; (5) Sexual Offender Absconders list, which notifies investigators of those offenders who are not in compliance with regulations; and (6) the new connection of the registry with Tribe and Territory Sexual Offender Registry System (TSORS), the National Sexual Offender Registry and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC). These measures provide greater protection for our citizens and children from those who would commit these heinous crimes. In addition, the funding received allowed the department to employ and train qualified personnel who developed improved ways to monitor and track offenders, confirm residency information, and identify absconders. It also enables the department to train the Bureau of Corrections in the use of the new registration forms. While some offenders may erroneously view the Virgin Islands as a safe haven where they may hide in plain view from the stain of their crime, access to the SMART Grant will continue to help ensure the success of this program.

The SMART 2010 Support for Adam Walsh Implementation Grant Program continues the work of the SMART 2008 Grant. In FY 2011, the additional funding of $268,032 received was utilized to employ and train Sexual Registry Investigators, purchase additional equipment, and train new Sexual Registry Coordinators in both districts. Though the complete success of this program depends on enactment of new legislation, in order for the Territory to be in full compliance with the Federal Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act and the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act, the efforts exerted at the department expand to ensure that citizens are protected from and notified of old and new offenders. The Program will improve on the successes of the previous program with the purchase and implementation of Finger and Palm print software, FBI Certified Card Printers for clear identification of offenders, and the Photo Capture Module. In addition, funding will also be utilized to purchase two new vehicles for the Sexual Registry Investigators to assist them in locating registrants and absconders. In FY 2013 the program is expected to receive $400,000.

In FY 2011 the High Intensity Drug Traffic Area (HIDTA) US Virgin Islands Program was awarded $165,297, and HIDTA accomplishments were as follows:

 dismantled and disrupted a total of 76 Drug Trafficking Money Laundering Organizations  arrested 1,594 drug-related offenders  seized $411 million in drug seizures at wholesale price  seized $88 million in drug-related assets, for a combined total of $499 million drug and assets seizures  seized 480 firearms  conducted 25,167 hours of counter-drug related training for all law enforcement agencies  Expended its drug prevention efforts/activities to 44, directly impacting 1,093 middle and high school students.  Opened the lines of communication and collaboration with the British Virgin Islands for 2intelligence sharing with all its initiatives.

For FY 2013 the HIDTA Program anticipates receiving $111,581 to continue its operation.

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Bureau of Corrections

The State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) is a payment program designed to provide Federal funding to be utilized for repairs to the correctional facility, training and education for offenders, re-entry programs, purchase of vehicles for inmate transportation, and inter-agency information sharing. SCAAP Grants must only be used for correctional purposes. All inmate information must be provided to the Federal agency to show that the facility houses inmates, who are undocumented criminal aliens, with at least one felony or two misdemeanor convictions for violations of local law and incarcerated for at least 4 consecutive days. In FY 2011, the program was awarded $605,649 for fulfillment of its objectives.

During FY 2011 the program purchased furniture and computers for the administrative services headquarters. In addition, personal protective equipment such as shank vest and shields, which are used by the Special Operations Response Team (SORT) and officers was also procured. Repairs were carried out to the Education & Training Center (E.T.C.) building, two (2) bathrooms, twelve (12) janitor rooms, and the control room at the Alexander A. Farrelly Criminal Justice Complex (CJC). In addition, pest control services were provided at the CJC/Annex. Payroll and inmate meals were also funded in FY 2011. For FY 2013 the program does not anticipate receiving any Federal funding.

The Economic, Social, and Political Development Grant seeks to empower insular communities through the social, economic, and political development of the U.S. Virgin Islands and other territories and states. The Bureau of Corrections (BOC) anticipates receiving $400,000 in FY 2013 and intends to use the funds to equip and build a Control Center with modern security, communication and life safety systems that is critical to BOC’s mission of controlling, housing and securing inmates/detainees.

Office of the Governor

In FY 2011, the State Energy Program Grant which is a five year formula grant from the Department of Energy was awarded $120,000. These funds were used to promote energy efficiency, conservation, and the use of renewable energy throughout the Territory. This was accomplished through strong program advocacy and program measures such as energy efficient appliance rebates, renewable rebates and public outreach activities.

Over the past 27 years the V.I. Energy Office has been funded by Federal and Oil Overcharge Funds, which were allocated to the Territory with the U.S. Department of Energy having oversight. As the amount of Oil Overcharge Funds diminished, and the Federal funding for programs were continuously reduced; the V.I. Energy Office was able to continue running programs with the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds received in FY 2009.

However, in FY 2013 both the ARRA funds and the Oil Overcharge funds will be fully expended. This reduction of over $30 million in federal funds leaves the V.I. Energy Office in FY 2013 with only two (2) federal grants for the State Energy Program and the Weatherization Assistance Program. The State Energy Program will receive $155,000. The Weatherization Assistance Program will not receive any new funds in FY 2013, but will be allowed to carry over $169,289 of funds remaining from FY 2012.

In preparation for these reduced funds, over the past year the V.I. Energy Office has reduced staff by eliminating six (6) positions in FY 2011, and will eliminate two (2) more in FY 2012. The remaining 20 staff members from both islands will be paid by the General Fund for the first time in over 27 years. These employees are crucial and vital to conducting programs that will carry out the Governor’s priority in the area of energy over the next two (2) years. The programs conducted by the staff of the V.I. Energy Office

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in the upcoming years, will lay the foundation for the U.S. Virgin Islands’ energy future, and reduce the Territory’s dependence on fossil fuel.

In FY 2011, the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Grant which is also a five year formula grant from the Department of Energy expended $75,123. These funds were utilized to ramp up the Weatherization Assistance Program which started in 2009 in the United States Virgin Islands.

In FY 2011, the Bureau of Economic Research (BER) was awarded the Economic Development Planning Grant totaling $52,319. This funding was utilized to update Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the U.S. Virgin Islands. The CEDS planning process results in a five year strategic plan that is updated periodically to reflect changes in a region. The CEDS plan provides an overview of the region, including socioeconomic and other characteristics. It also provides an assessment of progress on economic development, discusses strengths and challenges that can impact future development, and outlines a set of goals, objectives, and activities as part of a plan to address local development issues. The plan was adopted in 2009 with regular updates intended to serve as a policy guide during the interim period between a full update of the CEDS, while helping the community to identify critical issues and opportunities which continue to arise since 2009.

The Bureau of Economic Research has solicited the services of a consulting firm for the project. It is required to update the 2009 CEDS document in compliance with the requirements of the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA). The final product will include a rank list of strategic projects, programs and activities based on priorities established in the CEDS, as well as, established EDA priorities. The Bureau of Economic Research does not anticipate any additional funding in FY 2013.

Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency

The Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA) is the lead emergency management agency in the Virgin Islands. The agency has been reorganized and consolidated with the Public Assistance Grant Program, the Virgin Islands Office of Homeland Security, and the 9-1-1 communication centers. The “new” VITEMA enhances organizational and technological operations, and cooperation which promote all-hazard preparedness for dealing with all disasters, natural and/or man- made. The structure of the “new” VITEMA allows the Territory to effectively respond to and threats with a higher level of readiness, and also heightens the importance of emergency management.

In Fiscal Year 2013, the agency expects to receive funding in the amount of $112,500 for Flood Mitigation Assistance. The objective of this funding is to assist communities in reducing or eliminating the long-term risk of flood damage to structures under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Funding can be used for the acquisition and relocation of at-risk structures and the conversion of property to open space, elevation of existing structures, minor physical localized flood control projects, and dry-flood proofing for historic properties. Additionally, funding is also expected in the amount of $637,500 for Repetitive Flood Claims. Like Flood Mitigation Assistance, this funding will also help to reduce or eliminate the long-term risk of flood damage to structures under NFIP. However, its aim is those structures that have had one or more claim for flood damages through mitigation activities. Together, these programs will provide relief from flooding for those projects that are eligible and meet all the necessary criteria.

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The Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) provides resources to the Territory in preparing for all hazards. Grants are available for the purpose of providing a system for emergency preparedness for the protection of life and property from hazards. The Federal government through the EMPG Program provides the necessary direction, coordination, guidance, and assistance so that a comprehensive emergency preparedness system exists for all hazards. Funding through this program enhances VITEMA’s mission to support preparedness, planning, training, and coordinated exercise activities in emergency management. Funding has been used to enhance and maintain VITEMA’s website, the VI Alert System, and to disseminate curfew passes throughout the Territory during hurricane season. Approximately $919,000 will be received for EMPG in Fiscal Year 2013.

The Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) funds facilitate the ability of the Territory’s first responders, emergency management personnel, intelligence personnel, and citizens to prepare for, respond to and recover from natural or man-made disasters, coordinate communication, and disseminate information between territorial and Federal law enforcement agencies. Utilization of Homeland Security funding has been instrumental in numerous accomplishments for VITEMA over the last year. The most prominent accomplishments include the acquisition and installation of Phase I – Territory-Wide Turnkey Early Warning System and the purchase of Tsunami Evacuation Route signage. In its entirety, this system will result in the reduction of response time preventing a large number of casualties which can occur from such emergencies. In addition, numerous trainings, exercises, and planning sessions have also been funded through the HSGP awards. These include Active-Shooter Response Training, and Operation Tide Breaker-Multi Hazard Maritime Full Scale Exercise. Phase II – Acquisition and Installation of the Territory- wide Turnkey Early Warning System and additional Tsunami Evacuation Route signage will be supported by HSGP funding in the future. HSGP will continue to increase the U.S. Virgin Islands’ communication interoperability, improve critical infrastructure, and provide any additional training and exercises for preparedness and responsiveness. Funding of $640,301 is expected for HSGP in Fiscal Year 2013.

Virgin Islands Fire Services

The Virgin Islands Fire Service (VIFS or “Fire Services”) was awarded a USDA Forestry Grant in the amount of $115,000. The funds from this grant were used to procure two Bulls Eye Laser Fire Extinguishers to assist the Prevention Unit territory-wide with its fire extinguisher training initiative. The Fire Services was able to conduct fire extinguisher training classes more effectively and efficiently at the local schools and government agencies; and for the elderly and other groups and individuals, on an as-needed basis. The funds were also used for Fire Program Software Training to enable the agency to keep accurate statistics and be more efficient in carrying out inspections. Additionally, Fire Services was able to purchase materials and supplies for fire prevention activities.

This grant was very beneficial to VIFS, especially in light of the harsh economic conditions now facing the Territory. The Virgin Islands Fire Services has no projected grants for FY 2013.

Office of the Adjutant General

The Office of the Adjutant General (OTAG) receives a Master Cooperative Agreement which is an agreement between the National Guard Bureau and the Government of the Virgin Islands to support the Air and Army National Guards of the Territory. Through this agreement, OTAG projects to receive $5,354,486 for its nine (9) programs for FY 2013. The Army Reserve National Guard (ARNG) Security Guard Program with a projection of $1,075,000, will use the funds for payroll for its twenty-four (24)

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security guards, and also for weapon training and supplies; the ARNG Facilities Program projects receipt of $2,725,891 that will be used for payroll for six (6) employees, supplies, repairs, and maintenance of twenty-six (26) facilities, minor construction, such as paving, and improvements to buildings, infrastructure and trash disposals; the ARNG Security Guard Program projects receipt of $311,860 for payroll for seven (7) employees; the ARNG Anti-Terrorism Program which supports the payroll for one (1) employee, expects to receive $75,246; the ARNG Distance Learning and Telecommunications Programs, both with a projected amount of $109,000 will use the funds to cover the one (1) employee under the Distance Learning Program, and the balance will be utilized for the payment of telephone bills for the VI National Guard; the ARNG Electronic Security System with a projection of $182,300, will support the payroll for one (1) employee and pay for the maintenance and monitoring of the security system attached to the VI National Guard; the ARNG Operating and Maintenance Program anticipates using its $90,820 for the monthly maintenance of the facility and groundskeeping; and the ARNG Environmental Program, with a projection of $675,369 will address payroll for three (3) employees, and also anticipates hiring two (2) additional employees for FY 2013, in addition to purchasing equipment and supplies for testing the soil for the VI National Guard’s proposed headquarters.

With the funds that were previously received, OTAG was able to pave and improve the drainage at the Sergeant First Class (SFC) Francis Armed Forces Readiness Center in Estate Nazareth, and complete a cistern at the Regional Training Institute (RTI) facility on St. Croix.

In addition, the FY 2011 funds received were used in a variety of ways to support the operations of the Virgin Islands National Guard (VING) which include the following: personnel, travel, training and supplies for employees working under the various programs; payment for pollution and hazardous waste permits; hazardous waste pickup and disposal; and testing of water and other systems for contaminants. Funds were also expended to pay for services such as electricity, refueling of generators, landscaping, custodial services, pest control, fire prevention, and solid waste disposal for the majority of VING facilities; a wide range of repairs and maintenance projects for facilities and servicing of building systems to include the air conditioning systems, generators, and the water purification systems.

The following construction projects were also accomplished with funds received in FY 2011: reinstalled windows at the St. Croix armory and repaired areas of the roof leakage; performed construction of a concrete base and installed a new facility sign at the Sprat Hall facility; installed underground electrical material at the Field Maintenance Shop in Estate Nazareth; repaired the riser pole and meter box at the Ham’s Bluff facility; and re-paved the roadway and addressed drainage improvements at the armory in Estate Nazareth on St. Thomas.

Office of the Lieutenant Governor

The Lieutenant Governor’s Office anticipates receiving funding from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in FY 2013. The funding will be used to expand the agency’s efforts in improving efficiency, delivery, access, and quality for the Virgin Islands State Health Insurance Assistance Program (VISHIP). The program operates out of both local hospitals in each district, namely the Juan F. Luis Hospital in the St. Croix District and the Roy Lester Schneider Regional Medical Center in the St. Thomas/St. John District. This program offers one-on-one Medicare counseling and assistance to people and their families. Counseling and assistance are offered via telephone and face-to-face interactive sessions, public education presentations and programs, and media activities. Funding is anticipated in the amount of $41,275 for FY 2013.

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Virgin Islands Election System

The Election System of the Virgin Islands is a recipient of the Voting Access for Individuals with Disabilities award. In accordance with the requirements under the Election Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities (EAID) Program, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides financial assistance to the Territory not only for making polling places accessible to individuals with disabilities, but also for training election officials, poll workers and election volunteers.

The Election System has played a proactive role in securing funding from the Federal Government each fiscal year to enhance services provided to individuals with disabilities and for training opportunities for staff and volunteers. The federal awards received throughout the years allowed the agency to address the development of the Voting Rights Project. Contracted with the Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands, the project provided an increased level of voter education, public relations, and training to the affected population. In Fiscal Year (FY) 2011, the agency received an award of $100,000 for the purpose of providing assistance and greater access to voters with various disabilities. The funding received in FY 2011 is available until FY 2016. There is no projection for additional funds to this agency for FY 2013.

Board of Education

The Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) Program and the Special Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (SLEAP) Program formula grants represent two matching grants that are awarded on a yearly basis to the Virgin Islands Board of Education (the Board).

The amounts that the Board has received annually varied slightly; however, the LEAP/SLEAP Programs have been discontinued and no funding is expected for FY 2013.

The LEAP Grant has been provided to states for use in programs of financial assistance to eligible postsecondary students. Students in the Virgin Islands who demonstrate an unmet financial need of at least $500.00 were assisted under this grant. The Virgin Islands Board of Education was required to match the awarded funds dollar for dollar.

The SLEAP Grant, which is a supplemental component of the LEAP Program, assists states in providing grants, scholarships, and community service work-study assistance to eligible postsecondary education students demonstrating financial need. Students must participate in the LEAP Program in order to participate/benefit from the SLEAP Program. The Board contributes two dollars for every Federal dollar received for the SLEAP Program.

Students applying for the LEAP/SLEAP Programs must complete a Profile Application for a small fee. The application is available on www.collegeboard.com. A student must request that a copy of the Profile/Student Aid Report (SAR) be submitted to the Board.

In Fiscal Year 2011 the Board received $5,913 for LEAP and $8,064 for SLEAP for a total of $13,977 in federal funds, along with $38,000 in local funding. Forty (40) students received the LEAP/SLEAP Grants.

The University of the Virgin Islands in collaboration with the Virgin Islands Board of Education administers the College Access Challenge Grant. Monies from this scholarship fund are awarded to first-time freshmen students pursuing a degree at a post-secondary institution, and meeting the eligibility requirements. Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit

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a copy of the SAR to determine eligibility. In addition, first-time freshmen must be considered Pell eligible, thus indicating that their Expected Family Contribution (EFC) ranges from $0 - $5,500 annually. This grant is divided between the St. Thomas-St. John District and the St. Croix District. In Fiscal Year 2011, one hundred ninety-nine (199) students were awarded scholarships from the $1,000,000 received. The Board of Education projects to receive $1,000,000 in FY 2013.

Bureau of Internal Revenue

The Virgin Islands Bureau of Internal Revenue (“Bureau”) is a recipient of the Economic, Social and Political Development of the Territories award. The U.S. Department of the Interior’s Office of Insular Affairs (DOI-OIA) provides funding for Technical Assistance projects to respond directly to the immediate needs, challenges, and individual requirements of local agencies and organizations. Technical Assistance funding allows for the administration of short-term projects to promote the development of the US- affiliated insular areas, leading them to greater self-governance and self-sufficiency.

The Bureau has played a proactive role in securing funding from the Federal Government each fiscal year for its Technical Assistance projects. The Bureau received $350,000 in Fiscal Year (FY) 2009 and $229,766 in FY 2010 to upgrade its Virgin Islands Tax (VITAX) System. Funds were provided in support of the Bureau’s goals to address some of the tax collection deficiencies identified in previous audits performed by the Office of Inspector General (OIG). The upgrade allowed for the integration of the VITAX System with the Government of the Virgin Islands’ Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System, thus, allowing the Bureau to utilize the innovative designs offered by the ERP’s Enterprise Content Manager (ECM). In addition, the upgrade provided enhancements to both the Registration and Cashiering System Modules within the VITAX System in support of the Bureau’s goals to prevent and detect fraud. The Technical Assistance funding received in FY 2009 was made available until FY 2011, and the funding received in FY 2010 is available until FY 2012.

The Bureau also received $350,000 in FY 2010 and $175,000 in FY 2012 to convert the Bureau’s Excise Tax System into the VITAX Report Program Generator (RPG) System. Currently, the Excise Tax Division’s operating system is not integrated into the Bureau’s VITAX System. The current system operates on a Microsoft Access Database that is not compatible with the Bureau’s AS400 RPG main operating system for processing tax returns. The conversion will allow the Bureau to address and satisfy a particular area of improvement identified by the OIG in order to increase the collection of taxes. The funding received in FY 2010 is available until FY 2012, and the funding received in FY 2012 is available until FY 2013.

In FY 2011, the Bureau received an award of $24,000 for the purpose of providing technical training to the Bureau’s audit staff. The Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) Pension Audit training staff provided both classroom instruction and IRS-conducted on-the-job training for two weeks immediately following the formal instruction. Funding under this program positioned the Bureau’s Audit Enforcement Branch to handle all levels of pension audits, which have become areas of concern throughout the United States. The funding received under this award program in FY 2011 was made available until December 1, 2011.

The Bureau received an additional $1,125,000 in FY 2011 for the purpose of developing a highly secure environment that will support processing and transmitting Federal tax information in conjunction with the IRS. The IRS’ March 2011 Safeguard Review Report identified this initiative and supported the development of an Automated Under-reporter (AUR) Program. The key components of the program will not only expand the Bureau’s matching efforts, but will address the Bureau’s goals of detecting non-filers and under-reporters, thus enabling the reduction of our tax gap. Furthermore, funding will support the Bureau’s initiative to provide IRS-conducted training to the Bureau’s personnel. The training will develop

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standards based on job assignments, and teach Revenue Agents and Tax Examiners the essential skills for auditing a tax return; and further, it will enhance the Bureau’s interaction with taxpayers and other representatives. The funding received under this award program is available until FY 2012. There is no projection for additional funds to this agency for FY 2013.

Bureau of Motor Vehicle

The Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) was awarded $684,804 for the Driver’s License Security Grant Program. Acquiring a secured driver’s license or identification card facilitates access to Federal facilities, allows for boarding a Federally-regulated commercial aircraft and entering nuclear plants, serves as personal identification for Federal and local law enforcement agencies, and also as authorization for driving motor vehicles on highways and roadways.

The REAL ID Act of 2005 highlights the importance of improved or increased security features on the Driver’s License/Identification (DL/ID) cards. The security feature is linked to a specific method of verification and helps ensure the document’s integrity and/or authenticity as a properly issued document that has not been tampered with. The combination of security features will be chosen to ensure full compatibility and protection for the lifetime of the card.

Real ID Matrix

2. Source Document 1. Card Security Authentication

REAL ID

3. Electronic 4. Secured Facility Verification

Card security is an integral part of the REAL ID process. The BMV is finalizing the new driver’s license design in accordance with the American Association of Motor Vehicles Administrators (AAMVA) North American Standards. The new DL/ID cards will have more security features and a forensic component. In addition, the cards will include the Department of Human Services (DHS) compliance indicators for a materially or fully compliant driver’s license or identification card. The program’s estimated time of completion is on or about June of 2012.

Source document authentication means original or certified copies (where applicable) of documents presented to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles by an applicant, as required under these regulations in order to apply for a driver’s license or identification card. The program has acquired document authentication scanners to increase the security process for document authentication. This technology has been deployed and used successfully by the program’s trained employees during the driver license enrollment process. The B5000 Scanner uses optical-technology to scan documents, index files, and verify security

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features on Federal issued documents in real time; therefore, allowing applicants to receive their source documents for safekeeping after the document scan process.

B5000 Scanner Docuscanner Accessory

Electronic Verification of documents supports Federal issued documents to include unexpired U.S. Passports, certificate of naturalization, certificate of citizenship, unexpired permanent resident card, REAL ID driver license, and Social Security Number, and other documents in the Federal registry. The Program has completed three of the five federated electronic verification systems. Initially the U.S. Virgin Islands connectivity to the verification hub was unique and challenging. The hub verification technology was built on a platform that supported the continental United States Motor Vehicle Departments connectivity through the Verizon data network. The connectivity and service were cost prohibitive and can negatively impact the BMV’s annual budget. Working with AAMVA technology teams and the BMV Information

Technology Division, the program has developed, tested, and implemented a web-based interface for the AAMVA hub and the Virgin Islands. The Virgin Islands was the first territory to utilize this service.

The AAMVA hub provides connectivity to various federated databases to include the Social Security Online Verification (SSOLV), Systematic Alien Verification and Entitlement (SAVE), and Passport Verification through the Department of State. The program is in the process of completing the Electronic Verification of Vital Events (EEVE) and Principal Address verification. The BMV is in consultation and discussion with the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Health to implement security features on Virgin Islands residents’ birth certificates prior to REAL ID implementation. In addition, the procurement of technology hardware and software support the EEVE network platform for birth and death verifications.

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Electronic Verification Paradigm

SAVE

REAL SSOLV EEVE ID

PASSPORT

The principal address is the final electronic verfication system that has to be developed and tested. As part of the process, the program is now in its developmental stage and it will be contacting relevant government departments for addresses in the Territory.

Local Local Source Principal Source Database Address Database

. The REAL ID Act of 2005 requires two relevant address database sources for the validation of the applicant’s licensed address for the DL card.

Principal Address

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PASSPORT SSOLV

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However, the benefit of all functional verification systems for the cards (DL/ID) will meet the minimum verification standards as outlined by the REAL ID Act of 2005. State-to-State Verification (S2S) will not be available before late 2014, and it won’t be fully operational until all states and territories are participants.

The AAMVA DL/ID Verification Systems (DIVS) Committee technology team is currently in the development stage to complete the nation-wide Motor Vehicle license verification system.

Facial Technology software will be part of the overall security plan for the BMV. Facial images that are scanned into the BMV database will be compared with previously acquired images for possible facial matches to reduce DL/ID identity theft and fraud.

The program has purchased image cameras that will automatically gurantee consistent lighting and image quality with the integration of Facial Recognition software. Identity theft is a 4-billion dollar a year business that negatively impacts banks, personal credit ratings, insurance companies, the military, and the government, to name a few. This technology has been successfully used to aid law enforcement investigative teams for facial matches of hundreds or thousands of images in minutes.

Production facilities where driver’s licenses and identification cards are produced must ensure the physical security of the facility. In addition, physical safeguards protect the security, confidentiality, and integrity of the personally identifiable information collected and stored at BMV. Therefore, the program has completed security access upgrades to all of the BMV’s licensing rooms.

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The facility improvement is consistent with the facility guidelines, which include no windows, electronic access, and security cameras. The program has made significant progress in support of the REAL ID Act of 2005 at all three (3) locations: St. Croix, St. Thomas and St. John.

All of the aforementioned changes will give the Virgin Islands and all of the states and territories the time necessary to ensure that the driver license and identification cards issued meet the security requirements of the REAL ID Act, prior to the implementation date of January 15, 2013. In FY 2013, the program does not project to receive any federal funding.

Department of Labor

The Department of Labor (DOL) is given the task of providing effective programs and services designed to develop, protect, and maintain a viable workforce in order to promote economic growth, employment opportunity and stability, and a higher standard of living in the Territory. The department administers vital programs and services to the unemployed, underemployed, skilled, unskilled, and disadvantaged adults and youths in the Virgin Islands.

The Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCSEP) provides opportunities for unemployed and low-income persons who are 55 years of age or older, particularly those who have poor employment prospects. The program fosters individual economic self-sufficiency by providing training in meaningful part-time opportunities to persons who may enjoy the benefits of unsubsidized employment in both the public and private sectors. Funding in the amount of $1,010,475 is expected for this program. Not only does the department provide services for seniors, it also provides for veterans. Through the Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) Program, veterans are assisted in gaining and retaining employment. The program conducts outreach to employers through seminars, job search workshops, and establishing job search groups. It also facilitates training, placement, and employment services to this group of individuals. These activities will be accomplished with $59,000 in FY 2013.

In addition to seniors and veterans, the Department of Labor through the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) Program provides a tax incentive to businesses to hire target group individuals who have consistently faced significant barriers to employment. The tax credit was designed to help individuals move from economic dependency to self-sufficiency. The department expects to receive $20,000 for this program. DOL also aims to provide greater protection for U.S. and foreign workers, while assisting U.S. employers to obtain temporary foreign workers when domestic workers are not available. Further, it endeavors to assure adequate working and living conditions for both types of workers in similar task through the Temporary Labor Certification for Foreign Workers. A projected $73,887 in funding is anticipated to carry out the program.

Employment Service/Wagner-Peyser funded activities, simply known as Employment Service, are geared toward assisting persons to secure employment and workforce information by providing a variety of job search assistance and information services. These services are provided without charge to job seekers, including persons with disabilities and employers seeking qualified individuals to fill job openings; and they are offered under one roof in easy-to-reach locations as part of the One-Stop Career Center delivery system. The Employment Service Programs will receive total funding in the amount of $1,466,984.

Programs under the Workforce Investment Act are designed to prepare workers, particularly those who are disadvantaged, low skilled, and under employed, for good jobs by providing job search assistance and training. As it relates to youths, the programs help those between the ages of 14 and 21 who are

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considered low-income to acquire the educational and occupational skills, training, and support needed to achieve academic and employment, and smooth transition to careers and productive adulthood.

Overall, these programs seek to improve the quality of the workforce, and enhance the productivity and competitiveness of the labor force by increasing the employment, retention, earnings, and occupational skills of participants. Workforce Investment Act programs will receive total funding of $1,946,383 for FY 2013.

Funding from Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is intended to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for employers and employees within the Territory. With OSHA funding of $202,100, the department will apply standards, enforce laws, and offer compliance assistance in an effort to ensure that employees work in an environment free from recognized hazards and risks to their safety and health, also enabling employers to maintain safe and healthful workplaces.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics provides statistical data on labor force activities and data for analyzing the effect of current and long-run economic developments on employment trends. Data is collected on employment, hours, wages, unemployment, and layoffs by occupation and industry. The data must be timely and relevant and can be in monthly, quarterly, or annual form. There are five programs used to collect and disseminate the above mentioned data. They include the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), Current Employment Statistics (CES), Occupational Employment Statistics (OES), Occupational Safety and Health Statistics (OSHS), and Mass Layoff Statistics. Together, these programs will receive combined funding of $420,324 in FY 2013.

The Unemployment Insurance Program is used to administer a program of unemployment insurance for eligible workers through Federal and state cooperation. The program provides benefits to eligible persons who become temporarily unemployed through no fault of their own. Benefits are funded by quarterly contributions made by employers to cover their workers in the event of involuntary separation. In April, 2012 the most recent month available, the unemployment rate in the Territory stands at 9.3%. This translates to 10.8% for the St. Croix District and 8.0% for the St. Thomas/St. John District. With the closing of the Hovensa refinery in April, the rate is expected to spike in the summer months as the effects begin to be felt. The program is expected to receive $2,147,734 in FY 2013.

Department of Finance

The Department of Finance received funding under the State Fiscal Stabilization Fund – Government Services as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act totaling $2,425,129. The Government of the Virgin Islands recognizes that its most valuable asset is its workforce. With this in mind, the Government is fully committed to complementing the Tyler-Munis Payroll Module a Standardized Automated Time and Attendance System (STATS). STATS will minimize human intervention by automating manual processes, increasing payroll accuracy, decreasing payroll preparation time, eliminating redundancy and providing comprehensive audit trails. Significant strides are continually being made in the implementation of the STATS Project and in automating time and leave management processes for all agencies and operations of the Government. Agencies that have been scheduled to move onto STATS through the first quarter of calendar year 2012 have had clocks installed, wired, and tested. Groups that have enrolled are in the testing stages or have “gone live”. As of March 2012, 95% of the clocks have been installed, 35% of the employees have been enrolled, and 20% of the employees have gone live into production.

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Department of Education

Paramount to the Department of Education (DOE) is its responsibility for educating Virgin Islands youths who enroll in the public school system. DOE has worked tenaciously over the years to fulfill its mission: to provide the Territory’s students with an education that makes them competitive with their peers in the rest of the Caribbean, the United States and the world; to take advantage of the Virgin Islands uniqueness of being geographically Caribbean and politically American; to integrate all disciplines; and to educate the whole child. The Department of Education’s FY 2013 projection of $38,622,187 in Federal funding will greatly assist and enhance the various programs outlined that DOE provides to its students, in order to fulfill its mission in its entirety.

The Department of Education through the State Office of Special Nutrition has oversight for five (5) grants, inclusive of nine (9) programs. The five (5) programs are as follows: 1. Child Nutrition (CN), 2. Cash In-Lieu of Commodities (CIL), 3. The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), 4. The Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program (FFVP), and 5. State Administrative Expense (SAE). Child Nutrition (CN) is the major grant with an estimated award of over $7 million. The programs represented under the CN Grant are: a) National School Lunch Program (NSLP), b) School Breakfast Program (SBP), c) Special Milk Program (SMP), d) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), e) Child Care Audit, f) Summer Food Service Program State Administrative Fund (SFSP-SAF), g) Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), h) Summer Food Service Program Sponsor (SFSP Sponsor), and i) Summer Health Inspection. Within the NSLPs there are two (2) other programs: the Afterschool Snack Program (ASSP), and Residential Child Care Institutions (RCCI). In FY 2013, the State Office of Special Nutrition projects to receive $8,491,851 in federal grants.

The National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program administered in the Territory are federally assisted meal programs operating in all public and non-profit private schools and residential child care institutions. These programs are reimbursable programs generated by the number of students, who eat in the cafeterias. It is therefore essential that the Office of Special Nutrition ensures that the best quality, nutritious, and palatable meals are provided, while complying with the Federal guidelines for serving a reimbursable meal. Based on the Federal guidelines, a reimbursable meal consists of three (3) of the following components: milk (Kindergarten (K)- 3rd grade, 6 ounces (oz); 4th – 12th grade, 8 (oz), meat/meat alternate (K-3rd, 1 oz; 4th -12th, 2 oz), vegetables/fruit (K-3rd , ½ cup; 4th -12th , ¾ cup), grains/bread (K-3rd , 5 servings per week (wk)/minimum (min) ½ serving per day; 4th -12th , 8 servings/wk, min 1 serving/day).

Nutritional meals are served to approximately 16,651 students daily, prepared in 30 base kitchens and satellite to 30 additional kitchens throughout the Territory. In FY 2009, a total of 2,261,041 lunches and 730,194 breakfasts were served for a total reimbursement of $5,141,178 and $1,068,071, respectively. In FY 2010, a total of 2,226,687 lunches and 705,670 breakfasts were served for a total reimbursement of $5,258,163 and $1,066,515, respectively. In FY 2011, our Territory served 2,361,268 lunches and 794,137 breakfasts for a total reimbursement of $5,635,592 and $1,204,736 respectively. Additionally, in FY 2011, one (1) private school in the St. Thomas/St. John District, the Seventh Day Adventist School, operated as a School Food Authority (SFA) serving 23,085 lunches and accumulated $14,325 in reimbursements. For FY 2013 the program projects to receive $6,024,233 in combined reimbursements for meals served.

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No. of Meals Served

2,500,000 2,000,000 1,500,000 Breakfast 1,000,000 Lunch 500,000 0 2009 2010 2011

Reimbursement in Dollars ($)

6,000,000

4,000,000 Breakfast 2,000,000 Lunch

0 2009 2010 2011

The Afterschool Snack Program plays an important role in improving students’ health and wellness by providing after school care, physical activity, and a nutritious snack. In FY 2011, 127,756 children were fed, which represent an estimated 65% increase over the FY 2010 figure of 77,435. The addition of a monthly average of 3,604 participants from the St. Croix District who participated for the first time in the program contributed to this escalated number. In FY 2009, 92,460 snacks were served. In FY 2013, the program anticipates feeding 12,326 children who will be representative of 25 sites on St. Croix and 39,245 children from 38 projected sites on St. Thomas.

No. of Snacks Served

140,000 120,000 100,000 Snacks 80,000 Served 60,000 40,000 20,000 0 2009 2010 2011

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The Residential Child Care Institutions participants include the Queen Louise Home (QLH) for Children and the Youth Rehabilitation Center (YRC) located on St. Croix. These two (2) participants serve nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks to their children and are reimbursed. In FY 2009 total RCCI meals served were as follows: breakfast - 19,148; lunch - 16,495; snacks – 18,190. The FY 2010 figures included: breakfast – 17,636, lunch – 15,443, and snacks – 27,914. In 2011, QLH and YRC received a combined reimbursement of $120,000 for serving 17,084 breakfasts; 14,852 lunches and 18,759 snacks. For FY 2013 reimbursement is estimated to be $101,976 for these facilities.

Meals Served

30,000 25,000 20,000 Breakfast 15,000 Lunch 10,000 Snack 5,000 0 2009 2010 2011

The Special Milk Program (SMP) provides milk to children in schools, child care institutions and eligible camps that do not participate in other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. The program reimburses schools and institutions for the milk they serve. Schools in the NSLP and SBP may also participate in the SMP to provide milk to children in half-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs, where children do not have access to the school meal programs. Montessori School is the benefactor of this award. In FY 2011, the reimbursement amount was $11,017. In FY 2013 the program expects to receive $12,810.

The Child and Adult Care Program provides reimbursement to assist participating child care centers with serving nutritious meals for enrolled children in accordance with Federal regulations. The program also provides meals and snacks to adults who receive care in non-residential adult day care centers. CACFP reaches even further to provide meals to children residing in emergency shelters, and snacks and meals to youths participating in eligible at-risk afterschool programs. During FY 2011, a total of thirteen (13) institutions participated in the CACFP with reimbursement of $921,170. In the St. Thomas/St. John District, one (1) institution enrolled in the CACFP and the At-Risk After-School component of the CACFP. Also, one (1) existing institution enrolled in the At-Risk After-School Program. In the St. Croix District, one (1) pre-school expressed interest in being a sponsor, and one (1) private school requested enrollment in the At-Risk After-School Program. The program has been working with these institutions to ensure their participation. For FY 2013, $996,708 in funding is expected for the program.

The Child Care Food Audit Grant allows for the performance of spot reviews of child care centers and also for assistance with audits and other administrative functions. For FY 2011 the program received $12,120. For FY 2013, the program anticipates receiving $13,937.

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The Summer Food Service and State Administrative Expense (SFSP – SAE) awards are provided for administering the summer feeding and monitoring the summer programs. This includes advertising and training, as well as hiring Monitors, and conducting reviews of participating sites and sponsors. In the summer of 2011, three (3) Monitors were employed on St. Thomas and two (2) Monitors on St. Croix. These five (5) Monitors successfully reviewed 54% of the 164 sites and all 5 sponsors that participated in the program. The program had an increase of one (1) sponsor or a 20% increase within the Territory. In addition, twenty two (22) sites, that were found to be in non-compliance, received a second visit to ensure that deficiencies were corrected in order to bring them into compliance. The amount awarded in FY 2011 was $46,535. In FY 2013, these programs are projected to receive $46,941.

The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) provides reimbursement for Sponsor Agencies for furnishing a nutritious meal to the children of the Virgin Islands during the summer months of June through August. This summer (July – September 2012) feeding is termed “Food that’s In When School is Out”. The Virgin Islands was ranked No. 2 in its region and received an award from USDA, FNS for the 2010 Summer Feeding with 334,179 meals served. In 2009, five (5) sponsors participated in the program and provided meals to 167 feeding sites, while in 2010 there were four (4) sponsors and 136 sites. In 2011, five (5) sponsors participated in the program and provided meals to 164 feeding sites in the Territory with a reimbursement of $732,351 for the 315,687 meals served. For FY 2013, the program is expected to receive $733,827.

Site Participation

200

150 2009 100 2010 50 2011 0

Sponsors Paticipation

4 2009 2010 2 2011 0

The Summer Food Service Sponsor (SFSP-Sponsor) award is reimbursement to the sponsor for administrative cost for administrating the summer program. Holy Ghost Deliverance Ministries received a Summer Champion award from USDA, FNS for outstanding achievement in administering and participating in the summer program. Holy Ghost Deliverance Ministries has been a participant in the

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program for over eight (8) years. In FY 2011, the reimbursement was $70,667. The program anticipated receipt of $85,374 in FY 2013.

The Summer Health Inspection is awarded to ensure that all feeding sites under the Summer Program are inspected for bacteria in the food, utensils, and the water that are utilized at the feeding sites. The Department of Health is tasked with inspecting each site. In FY 2011, $9,614 was awarded and 96 site inspections were completed. The program anticipates the same award amount of $10,095 in FY 2013. The Cash In-Lieu of Commodities (CIL) Grant is awarded to reimburse the Child and Adult Care Sponsors in lieu of commodities. The awarded amount for FY 2011 was $55,011, The program anticipates receiving the $57,750 in FY 2013.

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Grant is awarded for feeding needy families through food distribution. The funding from this grant is utilized for the payment of salaries; ordering boxes, bags, and tape; employing trucking companies to move the food from the warehouse to the various locations; and feeding the volunteers who assist with the distribution. In 2011, the program was able to distribute 3,400 packages to households within the Territory with federal funding of $22,558. In FY 2013, the program should be in receipt of $16,509 to continue its food distribution.

The Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program (FFVP) is a grant to assist the Territory in providing free fresh fruits and vegetables to school children in designated participating schools beginning in School Year 2004-2005. The program seeks to afford children effective and creative ways of introducing fresh fruits and vegetables as healthy snack options. In FY 2011 the program received $14,126, which was utilized to purchase and serve fresh fruits and vegetables to children. For 2013, the program anticipates receiving $24,184 to continue providing fresh fruits and vegetables to school children.

The State Administrative Expense (SAE) Grant is awarded to provide supervision and technical assistance to the Child Nutrition Programs. During FY 2011, the State Office of Special Nutrition Programs (SA) conducted spot checks, Coordinated Review Effort (CRE) (reviews) and School Meals Initiative (SMI) Reviews for various schools in both districts and also for the Residential Child Care Institutions (RCCIs). Based on the findings at those spot checks and reviews, the SA provided technical assistance and/or training to the SFAs, RCCIs and schools, in an effort to correct noncompliance. Some of the topics covered were Civil Rights requirements, menu planning, counting and claiming, reimbursable meals, food safety and sanitation, production records, offer vs. serve, portion control and dry/cold storage. The SA continues to implement the actions necessary to ensure that the programs are in compliance with the Federal rules and regulations. The FY 2011 award was $353,218. In FY 2013, the program projects to receive $361,472.

In FY 2011, the Child Nutrition Program was awarded a NSLP Equipment Grant in the amount of 48,505. This award was divided between both the St. Thomas/St. John and St. Croix Districts to purchase major appliances for the kitchens. The St. Thomas/St. John District purchased three (3) dishwashing machines which were distributed to the Joseph Gomez, Gladys Abraham, and Ivanna Eudora Kean Schools. The St. Croix District purchased thirteen (13) portion control scales, nine (9) milk coolers, two (2) holding and transport cabinets, and one (1) Food Processor. These items were distributed to various schools to include the Central High School, the Educational Complex, the Lew Muckle, Charles H. Emanuel, Ricardo Richards, Arthur Richards, Alfredo Andrews, Elena Christian, Pearl B. Larsen, Alexander Henderson, and Evelyn Williams Elementary Schools.

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Special Education Grants

The Special Education Grants for the FY 2009 and FY 2010 grant activities were implemented simultaneously to support the goal of the Office of Special Education. In FY 2009 and FY 2010 the program was awarded $8,874,264 each. The role of the State Office of Special Education is to ensure that eligible students with disabilities, ages 3 through 21, have available to them a full continuum of services, including access to the General Education curriculum, extra-curricular activities, accessible facilities, and individualized programs and services, based on need, that are implemented in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).

The State Office of Special Education has provided a number of professional development and technical assistance activities tied to its performance indicators from the U.S. Department of Education’s Annual Performance Report. The activities include the following: Co-Teaching workshops funded by State Fiscal Stabilization Funds (SFSF), Surrogate Parent Training, Co-Teaching from the Administrator’s Perspective, Developing and Implementing Compliant IEPs, and consecutively run multi-day workshops for teachers and paraprofessionals on co-teaching.

Training for parents on the Procedural Safeguards guaranteed by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”) was provided, along with multiple workshops on self-advocacy and self- determination for ninth grade students throughout the Territory.

As a result of the professional development, technical assistance and monitoring activities routinely conducted by the State Office, the districts have improved their compliance with the IDEA which in the end demonstrates improved student results. In FY 2013, the program is projecting to receive $9,348,314 to continue its operations.

Consolidated Grant

The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) continues to be awarded United States Department of Education federal funds under Special Conditions. As a result, the department (VIDE) continues to collaborate with various government entities to work on corrective actions as outlined in the Compliance Agreement.

In Federal Fiscal Year 2011, VIDE consolidated approximately $20,811,905 federal grant funds under Title V. Eighty five percent (85%) of these funds are used to implement programs in both districts to benefit the children of the Virgin Islands. Some of the programs being implemented are as follows: District Administration and Technical Support; Educational Reform for Higher Student Achievement; Secondary School Initiatives; Parent and Community Involvement; Alternative Education and Intervention Program; Safe and Drug Free Schools; English Language Learners Program; and the Non-public Schools Program.

The remaining fifteen percent (15%) of the consolidated funds are used for State Level A programs such as Administration; Curriculum and Instruction; Gifted and Talented; Instructional Technology; Planning, Research and Evaluation; Teacher Quality; English Language Acquisition, and the Safe Schools Programs. In FY 2013, the program projects to receive funding of $20,644,522.

During FY 2010, VIDE continues to consolidate most of the USDE funds under Title V. Approximately $18.6 million of those funds are awarded to each school district. The St. Thomas/St. John District programs received 48% of funds to implement programs like District Administration and Technical Support; Educational Reform for Higher Student Achievement; Secondary School Initiatives; Parent and Community Involvement; Alternative Education and Interventions Program; and the Non-public Schools Program.

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Some of the programs benefiting the students, that the St. Croix District received 52% of funds to implement include District Administration and Technical Support; Educational Reform for Student Achievement; Parent and Community Involvement; Alternative Education and Interventions Program; Safe and Drug Free Schools; English Language Learners Program, and the Non-public Schools Program.

The VIDE has also received grant funds under the Consolidated Grant for several other programs such as:  The 21st Century Community Learning Centers to support community learning centers across the Territory by assisting learning and development for school-age children and their families during out-of-school time.

 Adult Education which provides the main components of the Adult Literacy Program in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI), and is inclusive of Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English Language Acquisition. These programs emphasize basic skills such as reading, writing, mathematics, English language competency, and problem-solving.

 Career and Technical Education, which provides students with opportunities to develop occupational interests and acquire skills throughout secondary and post-secondary education, which will lead to gainful employment.

Other grants for the department include the following:  Striving Readers Comprehensive Literacy Grant, which will provide VIDE the opportunity to establish a state literacy team with expertise in literacy development from birth to grade 12 and to develop a State Literacy Plan. The literacy team will be led by the Deputy Commissioner of Curriculum and Instruction and include local educators and community members who have worked in literacy development from Preschool to grade 12. This will provide for collaboration between VIDE, school districts, families, students, community organizations, and the University of the Virgin Islands. Representatives from Special Education and people with expertise in English Language Learning (ELL) would also necessarily be included in the literacy team. Consultants in the areas of planning and implementing Response to Intervention (RTI) Models as well as program evaluation will be needed, since those are two areas where local expertise is not available. In FY 2013, the program anticipates receiving $341,043.

The objectives of the Striving Readers Grant are listed below: 1) Convene a Virgin Islands Literacy Team. 2) Identify needs, trends, and issues for literacy development from birth-grade 12. 3) Develop a comprehensive literacy plan that serves as a framework for LEA and school plans. 4) Tie the comprehensive literacy plan implementation to the Education School Improvement Process (eSIP). 5) Provide technical assistance to LEAs as they develop and implement literacy plans. 6) Conduct language and literacy development workshops for parents, early childhood caregivers, preschool teachers, and kindergarten teachers. 7) Conduct professional development for improving instruction in Tier I in grades K-8 through meeting students’ individual needs.

 The Advanced Placement (AP) Test Fee Program is utilized to assist students in the AP Courses in high schools with the cost associated with paying for the required AP tests. The program is designed to increase the number of low-income students, who take advanced placement tests

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and receive scores for which college academic credit is awarded. In Federal Fiscal Year 2011 the program was awarded $29,640.

Virgin Islands Police Department

The Virgin Islands Police Department continues to be proactive and aggressive in the fulfillment of its motto, “To Protect and Serve,” through the many initiatives and measures that have been implemented during FY 2011 for the protection of each resident of the Territory. With projected funding of $1,978,009 in FY 2013, the protective arm of the government can proactively implement programs and measures to protect each citizen. The FY 2013 projected budget will reflect a 23.274% decrease in federal funding from FY 2012.

The Office of Highway Safety administers the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Grant under various programs which include the Traffic Records Program, Alcohol Safety Program, Alcohol Enforcement, Police Traffic Services, Youth Alcohol, Pedestrian Safety and Occupant Protection. In FY 2013 the Office of Highway Safety projects to receive $1,628,009. In addition, the Office of Highway Safety also administers the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP), which is expected to receive $350,000 in FY 2013.

Traffic Program

The Traffic Records Program was awarded $1,834,298.68 in FY 2011 through the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. This program provides support territory-wide to all departments and agencies that engage in traffic-related functions; and as such, provides assistance in implementing strategies and solutions for the enhanced management of all traffic-related data in the Virgin Islands. The various projects that the Traffic Records Program is involved with are interrelated and are critical to the success of the program. Throughout FY 2011, there has been measurable progress, as well as great stride in data collection and reporting, as is evident with the completion of the Electronic Crash Reporting (ECR) System, and the Emergency Medical Services Patient Care Reporting (EMSPCR).

The ECR System collects information on all traffic crashes that occurs in the Territory into a database (Report Beam); incorporating Model Minimum Uniform Crash Criteria (MMUCC) elements. In FY 2011, among other accomplishments, all of the traffic crash reports were electronically entered into the database by officers in both districts, thus eliminating data entry by a second party. This increases the accuracy of the data, as well as improves the completeness and timeliness of the data. In addition, most of the officers and supervisors (98%) were trained to utilize the e-Uniform Crash form in the Traffic Bureau, Zones A, B, and C, territory-wide.

The Emergency Medical Services Patient Care Reporting System collects information on all EMS (ambulance) responses in a database, in which the National Emergency Medical Service Information System (NEMSIS) elements are incorporated. During FY 2011 there were notable achievements in the areas of timeliness and completeness of operation. As it relates to timeliness, the average length of time it takes to complete an EMS run report has decreased, as well as the number of days from incident to availability of data on the territory-wide database. In addition, in the area of completeness, all traffic crash related EMS runs are now entered into the database.

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Alcohol and Enforcement Program

The Alcohol Safety Program was awarded $103,000 in FY 2011. This funding was used to conduct on-site monitoring impaired driving prevention presentations to high schools throughout the Virgin Islands during the Alcohol Awareness Month in April of 2011. During FY 2011, the Alcohol Safety Coordinator organized a group of community organizations to write a strategic plan to address drunk driving and underage drinking problems in the islands. In addition, during the Alcohol Awareness Month of April 2011, presentations were conducted at four (4) public high schools and one (1) private high school. In FY 2011, there were 356 participants who attended the presentations and took the survey, while in FY 2010 and FY2009 there were 178 and 113 participants, respectively. Overall, the number of participants for FY 2010 increased by 65 or 57.5% and by 178 or 100% for FY 2011. Based on the April’s Alcohol Awareness, the number of participants and schools were as follows: Ivanna Eudora Kean, 67 participants; Charlotte Amalie, 37; St. Croix Education Complex, 99; St. Croix Central High, 47; and Country Day School, 106.

April Alcohol Awareness Month 2011

ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION

80 60 40 20 YES

Participants 0 IVANNA EUDORA STT CHARLOTTE STX COMPLEX STX CENTRAL COUNTRY DAY NO KEAN HIGH AMALIE HIGH HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL SCHOOL SCHOOL Virgin Islands High School

YES = 173 NO = 183

Alcohol Enforcement was awarded $425,991.44 for both St. Thomas and St. Croix. The program seeks to increase the number of Drinking Under the Influence (DUI) arrests, which will aid in the removal of DUI offenders. In addition, the program aims to educate the public on the dangers of DUI regarding alcohol and drugs, and their consequences. The program’s ultimate goal is to train a number of officers to be DUI Instructors, so that they in turn can teach the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, operate and maintain the Intoximeter EC/IR II, and complete Drug Recognition Expert Training. During FY 2011, there was 127 arrests and 218 citations issued. Additionally, the program conducted a number of radio presentations, press conferences, and television appearances throughout the year and during the Christmas Festival Season on St. Croix.

FY 2011 DAY OF DUI ARRESTS

SUN

23 18 MON

TUE 8 WED

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Alcohol Enforcement, St. Thomas/St. John/Water Island

Police Traffic Services was awarded $500,927.73 for operations throughout the Territory. The program is striving to reduce the number of traffic crashes through increased enforcement activities, increased public knowledge of traffic rules and regulations, and by training Traffic Investigators. During FY 2011, 6,759 (a large number) citations were issued for various violations throughout the Territory. The speed initiatives conducted on St. Croix placed a strong police presence on the roads; thus resulting in reduced crashes with only two (2) fatalities in FY 2011 as compared to eight (8) in FY 2010.

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Youth Alcohol was awarded $59,851 by the Office of Highway Safety in FY 2011. These funding were utilized to provide education to licensed businesses in order to prevent the direct sale of alcohol to minors. A number of initiatives were conducted throughout the year to educate youths concerning the dangers of drinking alcohol. The Teens on Point (TOP) along with the Grove Place Weed and Seed Teen

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Youth Group (GPWSTYG), assisted with the facilitation of monthly enrichment sessions held the third Saturday of every month. Presentations were conducted on subjects such as Cyber Bullying and Internet safety, along with underage drinking, hepatitis, anger management/conflict resolution, nutrition and health, financial literacy for teens and teens in relationships.

The Pedestrian Safety Program was awarded $20,000 in FY 2011. During FY 2011, the program conducted public information and educational activities throughout the Territory. A number of public service announcements were carried out in order to promote safety messages regarding pedestrian safety.

Occupant Protection Program

In FY 2011, Occupant Protection was awarded $160,000. The Office of Highway Safety through its Occupant Protection Program has established a program with the Queen Louise Home, Early Head Start Program and elementary schools to educate teen mothers about the proper use of car seats. In this program, mothers will go through a series of presentations through the Office of Highway Safety, where they will be trained about the proper use of child restraints. There are ten (10) newly certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians and two (2) instructors in the Territory. This brings the total number of Technicians to twenty-eight (28) and instructors to four (4).

The Virgin Islands Office of Highway Safety has also collaborated with several community partners to ensure that the safety message of buckling up is being echoed throughout the community. The program has joined forces with non-profit organizations and other government agencies to include Rotary Mid Island and Rotary West, Queen Louise Home for Children, Hispaños Unidos of the Virgin Islands, and the William’s Delight, Marley and Frederiksted Headstarts, the Lew Muckle Elementary School and Parent University, among others.

In the past few years, there has been a growing need for child passenger clinics and presentations. Parents, caregivers and other community partners have realized the serious concerns about the safety of our children and others in our community, and have collaborated with the Office of Highway Safety to host car seat clinics and seat checks island-wide. The program is presently at its 90 percent goal mark, and will achieve 100 percent after completion of the certification class.

During FY 2010, the Occupant Protection Program participated in the 40th Annual Agriculture and Food Fair. At the fair, there were displays of car and booster seats, along with brochures that illustrated the correct way to install car seats. In addition, the program conducted a raffle and there were two winners.

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Parents were given the opportunity to ask questions about the law in general, regarding how to have a car seat checked, and also about age appropriate car restraints.

Occupant Protection Program Demonstration February 2011 at Agricultural Food Fair

As of FY 2011, Occupant Protection Enforcement on St. Croix and St. Thomas/St. John is being operated by the Office of Highway Safety under the V.I. Police Department. These enforcement grants, through aggressive enforcement and mobilizations from past years to present, were instrumental in raising the seat belt usage rate from 80.2 percent in 2006 to 86.4 percent in 2010. Though the percent mark of 100% seat belt usage was not attained as was expected, the program is much closer to the 100 percent mark than it was three years ago. Throughout FY 2011, the program continued to educate the community through strong enforcement efforts, progressive media campaigns, and continuous support to the community.

Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program

The Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) Grant and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) mission is one of commitment to developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy aimed at saving lives and preventing injuries on the Virgin Islands’ roads and highways. MCSAP with a projected award of $350,000 in FY 2013 will work towards ensuring a decrease in the number of traffic fatalities.

COPS Grants

In FY 2011, the Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) was awarded $1,250,000 for the 2011 COPS Hiring Program. This funding will be utilized to hire 10 recruits (police officers) and to retain these officers for a period of three (3) years. Subsequently, it is anticipated that these officers will be funded through VIPD’s General Fund budget based on available funds. VIPD presently manages three additional COPS Grants spanning FY 2008-2010. The 2008 COPS Technology Grant is presently being utilized for training, inter- island travel and the purchase of additional computer equipment and office supplies. The 2009 COPS (BIT) Technology Grant was instrumental in partially funding the 9-1-1 System, and additional funds will be used for training the 9-1-1 Operators and their supervisors. Monies from the 2010 COPS Technology

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Grant will be for the purchase of the ShotSpotter System, computer equipment, printers, supplies, and also for training officers. These COPS Technology Grants provide funding for continued development of technologies and automated systems to assist the Territory and local law enforcement agencies with prevention, response, and investigation of crime. The funding also allows state agencies to purchase technologies to advance communications, interoperability, information sharing, crime analysis, intelligence gathering, and crime prevention in their communities. The COPS Grant Program does not project to receive any Federal funds in FY 2013.

Department of Property and Procurement

The Department of Property and Procurement (P&P) is a recipient of the Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories award. This award, administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Office of Insular Affairs (DOI-OIA), provides Technical Assistance funding to promote the self-governance and self-sufficiency of the US-affiliated insular areas. Funding under the program assists the Territory in achieving its objective to enhance the skill level of the fixed assets and inventory management personnel at P&P.

In Fiscal Year 2010, P&P received an award of $50,000 for the purpose of providing training for its Divisions of Property and Procurement staff relative to the treatment of fixed assets, inventory, and purchasing related transactions within the Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI) Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System. The training will enable P&P’s staff to better respond to issues relating to compliance policies and procedures. P&P is in the process of reviewing and revising standard policies and procedures relative to fixed assets and inventory, and it is also currently remodeling its Inventory Management System to correspond with the Department of Education’s system. The Technical Assistance funding received in FY 2010 is available until FY 2013. There is no projection for additional funds to this department for FY 2013.

Department of Public Works

The mission of the Department of Public Works (DPW) is to maintain the infrastructure and transportation systems of the Virgin Islands. Its projected Federal funding for Fiscal Year (FY) 2013 is $21,620,468. These funds will be available through Highway Planning and Construction with $18,000,000; the Urbanized Area Formula Grant totaling $981,306, the Federal Transit Capital Investment Grants totaling $200,000; the Capital Assistance Program for Elderly Persons and Persons with Disabilities totaling $287,030; the Job Access Reverse Commute totaling $114,966; and the New Freedom Program totaling $21,166.

The Highway Planning and Construction Grant’s projected funding of $18,000,000 will not only provide assistance to the Territory in planning and developing an integrated, interconnected transportation system, it will also provide for transportation improvements for the repair of Federal-aid highways. The grant is administered by the Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (DOT/FHWA). DPW, through the Planning and Design Unit, is responsible for planning and coordinating the use of these funds over a five (5) year period. The unit utilizes funds for highway construction and safety programs and conducts various highway planning studies on the Territorial Highway System. DPW’s Engineering Unit provides architectural, engineering, design, and inspection services.

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In FY 2011, DPW committed federal funding in the amount of $35.1 million, $15.9 million of which was transferred to the Eastern Federal Lands Highway Division (EFLHD), to finance a number of road improvement projects and safety programs throughout the Virgin Islands. EFLHD assists the Government of the Virgin Islands in administering its transportation engineering needs by playing a key role in managing the survey, design, and construction of some of the local Federal-aid highway roads. In FY 2011, EFLHD managed Contract IV of the Christiansted Bypass Project on St. Croix and the Frenchman’s Bay segment of the Long Bay Road Project on St. Thomas. The remaining $19.2 million was programmed and authorized as follows, $1.6 million of which was allocated to several of DPW’s American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) start-up projects:

1. Improvements to Melvin Evans Highway on Route 66 from public safety intersection to east of the airport intersection on St. Croix: $6,740,954 2. Phase VII of the Island-wide Pavement Preservation Project to rehabilitate a number of routes on St. Thomas: $4,975,000 3. Preliminary engineering and final design of the Raphune Hill Bypass Project on St. Thomas: $1,273,054 4. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) retrofitting activities to provide handicap accessibility to streets and highways in the towns of Christiansted and Frederiksted on St. Croix: $789,080 5. Construction of the Long Bay Road from Lover’s Lane Intersection to Havensight Mall, inclusive of Centerline Road from Mandela Circle to First Avenue on St. Thomas: $733,879 6. Improvements to Route 85 Spring Gut Road from the intersection of Route 62 South Side Road to south of the Tulipan Residential Community on St. Croix: $500,000 7. Reconstruction of the Bordeaux Bay Road from the intersection of Route 30 to Route 318 Fortuna Road on St. Thomas: $500,000 8. Preliminary engineering and construction of the Scott Free Road Project on St. Thomas: $444,329 9. Reconstruction and improvements to the Rothschild Francis Market Square on St. Thomas: $295,000 10. Main Street Enhancement Project for the development of the area from Gutters Gade to Post Office Square on St. Thomas: $295,000 11. Construction of the Christiansted Bypass Project on St. Croix: $283,190 12. Design of the St. Croix Bike Trail from Estate Blessing at Hovensa Intersection to Cramer’s Park along Routes 62, 624, and 60: $241,000 13. Engineering and design efforts for improvements to Long Bay Road and Bolongo Bay Road, and for construction of new approach roads for Turpentine Bridge on St. Thomas, $186,000 14. Phase VI of the Island-wide Pavement Preservation Project to rehabilitate a number of routes on St. Thomas: $100,000 15. Hurricane Omar emergency repairs to Routes 3017 and 379 on St. Thomas: $50,000 16. Preliminary engineering efforts for the improvement of roadways from Raphune Hill to Red Hook on St. Thomas: $50,000 17. Improvements to Routes 304 and 33 of Crown Bay on St. Thomas: $30,000

ARRA Projects 1. Improvements from Peter’s Rest to Contentment Road on St. Croix: $1,105,356 2. Road safety improvement efforts on St. Croix: $324,704 3. Red Hook sidewalk and drainage improvements on St. Thomas: $150,000 4. Phase II improvements to Route 104 Gift Hill Road from Westin Hotel to Susannaburg on St. John: $80,000 5. Acquisition of two (2), 150 to 300-passenger ferry boats for the St. Thomas/St. John ferry service: $30,000 (Amount allocated in FY 2011)

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In FY 2012, DOT/FHWA obligated $18 million to the Territory. About $6 million is programmed to EFLHD to assist the Territory in its construction and improvement efforts of the Raphune Hill Phase I Project on St. Thomas and the Texaco Roundabout Construction Project on St. John. DPW will manage the remaining $12 million and is committed to direct funding towards the acquisition of a ferry boat for the

St. Thomas/St. Croix ferry service, the acquisition of public transportation buses territory-wide, the relocation of the Fire Station on St. Thomas, and territory-wide highway planning and research activities.

Under the Highway Planning and Construction Grant, the Department of Public Works plans to direct its FY 2013 funding towards Phase I of the Veterans Drive Improvement and Main Street Enhancement Projects on St. Thomas. The department also plans to direct funding towards acquisition of a ferry boat to run a fixed-route water transportation system in the St. Thomas harbor, and also to carry out territory- wide highway planning and research activities.

While the Highway Planning and Construction Grant is essential to the Virgin Islands, DPW through its Transportation Unit utilizes funding under the following programs to coordinate transportation services and to support transportation initiatives and programs that are in line with the Virgin Islands’ public transportation infrastructure.

The Urbanized Area Formula Grant provides assistance in planning, acquisition, construction, improvement, and maintenance of equipment and facilities for use in transit. Funding has been committed for the purpose of purchasing ADA para-transit vehicles to enhance the local ADA para-transit program objectives. Also, funding has provided for the purchase of medium-duty, fixed-route vehicles for the local public transit system, thereby expanding the existing fixed-route service to accommodate recipients living in new housing communities who are unable to access employment and education opportunities due to lack of adequate transportation services.

The Federal Transit Capital Investment Grants provide assistance for the acquisition, construction, reconstruction, and improvement of facilities for use in public transportation service. Funding has been committed for the purpose of expanding and enhancing the current bus fleet. They will also allow for the purchase of transit buses and additional fixed route buses for the public transit system in the Virgin Islands, thus replacing some of the older buses.

The Capital Assistance Program for Elderly Persons and Persons with Disabilities provides financial assistance in meeting the transportation needs of elderly persons and persons with disabilities. Funding has been committed for the purpose of purchasing ADA para-transit vehicles.

The Job Access Reverse Commute funds the development of transportation services to connect welfare recipients and low-income persons to employment and support services. Funding has been committed for the purpose of purchasing transit buses to further expand the existing fixed-route public transit. This makes transportation available to those unable to access employment and educational opportunities due to lack of adequate public transportation.

New public transportation services and public transportation alternatives are possible because of the New Freedom Program. The program supports mobility and coordination among public transportation providers and other Human Services agencies. Going beyond the requirements of the ADA, DPW utilized funding from prior years to establish a centralized dispatch system that will coordinate transportation services among organizations that do not provide daily transportation assistance to the eligible population.

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In FY 2011, DPW developed the specifications and completed the procurement procedures for acquisition of the heavy duty and ADA buses, and developed the design and construction plans for the VITRAN St. Croix and St. John’s administration and maintenance facilities. The Transportation Unit also implemented the National Transit Database reporting requirements in FY 2011.

DPW is also a recipient of the Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories Award. This award is administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Office of Insular Affairs (DOI-OIA). The program, which provides funding for technical assistance projects, assists the Territory in administering short-term projects to respond directly to the immediate needs, problems, and individual requirements of local agencies and organizations. DPW received $200,000 in FY 2008 to perform an analysis of a parcel of land on St. John for construction of a public school facility. More specifically, the funds will facilitate conducting surveys and studies of the property, including archaeological and topographic surveys, environmental impact studies, and other surveys necessary to determine if the parcel of land is suitable for construction of a public school. The award of $200,000 received in FY 2008 is available until FY 2013. The Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories Award also provides funding for capital improvement projects. DPW received $2,022,000 in FY 2012 to address the Territory’s infrastructure in the historic districts. The funding was directed to support DPW’s initiative towards implementing critical elements of the Main Street Enhancement Project on St. Thomas and the Christiansted Boardwalk Project on St. Croix. The $1,022,000 directed to the Main Street Enhancement Project and the $1,000,000 directed to the Christiansted Boardwalk Project will address the historic section of the two downtown areas, with the goal of keeping each area economically viable and attractive. The legacy of the two historic districts make the areas the heart and soul of downtown, and funding is directed to revitalize the areas and make the streets safer and more inviting for pedestrians. The projects will not only improve the condition of the roadway and sidewalks, but they will also improve the aesthetics and function of the street lighting. The award of $2,022,000 received in FY 2012 is available until FY 2017. This department is projected to receive $2,016,000 in FY 2013.

DPW also received the Congressionally Mandated Projects Award of $240,600 in FY 2007. The award is administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to implement special congressionally directed projects or programs. The award is managed by the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) to provide for the comprehensive and systematic evaluation and mapping of the sewer line infrastructure on St. Croix. Specifically, this project will allow for a complete and comprehensive mapping of the wastewater sewer system, combined with computerized maintenance-management software designed specifically for wastewater infrastructures. This project will further assure VIWMA of the possibility of maximizing the performance of the wastewater collection system, resulting in significant cost savings and improvements to the environment. The award of $240,600 received in FY 2007 is available until FY 2012. There is no projection for additional funds to this department in FY 2013.

DPW is also a recipient of the Construction Grants for Wastewater Treatment Works Award. The award is administered by EPA to assist and serve as an incentive in the construction of municipal wastewater treatment works. This award is also managed by VIWMA to assist the Territory in efforts required to meet state and federal water quality standards, and to improve the water quality in the waters of the Virgin Islands. DPW received $3,975,941 in FY 2004 and an additional allotment of $6,359,000 in FY 2012 to provide for the operation and structural assessment of the sanitary sewer systems in the Virgin Islands. The $3,975,941 funding received in FY 2004 and the $6,359,000 funding received in FY 2012 are available until FY 2016. There is no projection for additional funds to this department in FY 2013.

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Waste Management Authority

The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA or the Authority) has the legislated mandate to regulate and manage all solid waste and wastewater. By combining waste management into a single oversight agency, the Government of the Virgin Islands sought to enhance its organizational effectiveness over the management of waste, coupled with service improvements for the people of the Virgin Islands. VIWMA continues to apply for and receive the Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories award each year from the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI). The funds help to provide enhancements to the solid waste and wastewater systems. In the past three (3) years, VIWMA has received $4,036,780.60 for FY 2010, $3,498,880 for FY 2011, and $2,343,654 for FY 2012. There is no projection for additional funds to the Authority for FY 2013.

The Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories award is administered by DOI’s Office of Insular Affairs (OIA), and provides funding for capital improvement projects. The program enables the Territory to achieve its objective in the areas of wastewater and solid waste management and addresses compliance with Federal environmental laws and mandates. Among these laws include the requirements of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the Clean Air Act (CAA), the Clean Water Act (CWA), and federal consent decrees and administrative orders related thereto.

Altogether, VIWMA has received Federal funds totaling $25.4 million for its wastewater and solid waste efforts for Fiscal Years 2004 through 2012, and has committed about $15.9 million for capital improvements for processing wastewater and $8.9 million for solid waste. The remaining $600,000 has been identified to reimburse the personnel cost of the Authority’s Engineering Division. VIWMA’s wastewater improvement efforts would result in enhancements to the water quality of the coastal waters and would reduce human health risks and potential impacts to natural resources on the islands. Its solid waste improvement projects are directed to support the Authority’s integrated and federally-mandated approach to solid waste management. This approach combines waste reduction, recycling, composting, waste oil management, and waste-to-energy technologies to keep trash out of the landfills.

The $15.9 million VIWMA committed for its wastewater projects for FY 2004 through 2012 was directed as follows:

1. Upgrade two (2) existing wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) on St. Thomas and St. Croix: $4,500,000 2. Rehabilitation and replacement of the Anguilla collection systems on St. Croix: $2,312,000 3. Construction of a centralized wastewater office and warehouse facility on St. Thomas: $1,622,500 4. Rehabilitation and replacement of the Lyndon Baines Johnson (LBJ) Force Main on St. Croix: $1,619,288 5. Replacement of the Cruz Bay Pump Station on St. John: $1,373,100 6. Rehabilitation of the Lagoon Street Force Main on St. Croix: $970,554 7. Procurement of reinforcing detectors for manholes and other specialized equipment for processing waste water: vactor sewer cleaning trucks, knuckle-boom trucks, backhoes, blasting/cleaning equipment, vacuum vehicles, and closed-circuit television (CCTV) support vehicles: $961,496 8. Rehabilitation and replacement of the Mon Bijou collection system on St. Croix: $900,000 9. Improvements to several pump stations on the island of St. Croix: $725,000 10. Upgrade Bovoni Housing sewer line and Texaco Pump Station on St. Thomas: $650,000 11. Weymouth Rhymer sewer line and pump house elimination project: $250,000

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The $8.9 million VIWMA committed for its solid waste projects for FY 2004 through 2012 was directed as follows:

1. Construction of the St. Croix Transfer Station for processing of solid waste: $3,205,414 2. Compliance and closure activity to bring the Anguilla Landfill on St. Croix in agreement with EPA regulations: $1,360,000 3. Procurement of solid waste collection bins and specialized equipment for processing of solid waste: specialty solid waste collection vehicles, roll-on/roll-off vehicles, and backhoes: $1,128,975 4. Acquisition or lease of land to build new centralized/staffed disposal convenience centers to facilitate the reduction of the number of bin sites in the Territory: $946,586 5. Compliance and closure activity to bring the Bovoni Landfill on St. Thomas in agreement with EPA regulations: $834,000 6. Construction of facilities to handle ready-for-shipping quantities of scrap tires: $830,890 7. Removal of scrap metal territory-wide from the Anguilla Landfill on St. Croix, the Bovoni Landfill on St. Thomas, and the Susannaberg Transfer Station on St. John: $633,870

VIWMA expended federal funding in the amount of $801,690 for its capital improvement projects in FY 2011, of which $236,464 was identified to reimburse the personnel cost of the Authority’s Engineering Division. The Authority managed the remaining $565,226 on various projects throughout the islands, such as improvements to the LBJ and Lagoon Street Pump Stations and rehabilitation and replacement of the LBJ Force Main on St. Croix, as well as the Weymouth Rhymer sewer line and pump house elimination project on St. Thomas. Other activities included the procurement of a vactor sewer cleaning truck and solid waste collection bins and replacement of operations and maintenance equipment territory-wide.

VIWMA estimates to spend federal funding in the amount of $4.5 million in FY 2012. The following listing identifies the projects and activities the Authority will be working on throughout FY 2012.

Wastewater Projects 1. Procurement of vactor sewer cleaning truck: $279,202 2. Improvements to several pump stations on the island of St. Croix: $544,934 3. Weymouth Rhymer sewer line and pump house elimination project: $247,957 4. Rehabilitation and replacement of the LBJ Force Main on St. Croix: $116,510 5. Upgrade Bovoni Housing sewer line and Texaco Pump Station on St. Thomas: $40,413

Solid Waste Projects 1. Construction of facilities to handle ready-for-shipping quantities of scrap tires: $542,195 2. Procurement of solid waste collection bins: $11,820 3. Procurement of specialty solid waste collection vehicles: $249,277 4. Construction of the St. Croix Transfer Station for processing solid waste: $2,170,000 5. Removal of scrap metal territory-wide from the Anguilla Landfill on St. Croix, the Bovoni Landfill on St. Thomas, and the Susannaberg Transfer Station on St. John: $288,695

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Department of Health

The Virgin Islands Department of Health is the arm of the Virgin Islands Government that has oversight of all health professionals, services and facilities within the Territory. The department regulates and monitors these services and facilities in an effort to protect the health and safety of the community. The department is further given the responsibility of educating, mobilizing, empowering the community toward the development of proper health, and positive lifestyles, while assuring confidential, affordable, accessible and comprehensive quality health care to all. To carry out the mandates of the department, and to allow the department to continually provide health care and protect the health of residents and visitors alike. The Virgin Islands Department of Health anticipates funding for FY 2013 in the amount of $10,596,414.

Under the activity of Administration, the department will receive funding for the State Primary Care Offices in the amount of $153,357. This funding will be used to coordinate local and federal resources contributing to primary care service delivery and workforce issues. This will facilitate meeting the needs of medically-underserved populations through health centers and other community-based health care providers of comprehensive primary care; and also through the retention, recruitment, and oversight of health professionals. Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Bioterrorism Hospital Preparedness Program readies hospital and other healthcare systems, with other partners, to deliver coordinated and effective care to victims of terrorism and other public health emergencies. By upgrading, integrating and evaluating local public health jurisdictions preparedness for, and, response to terrorism, pandemic influenza, and other public health emergencies, the department will be well positioned effectively to combat health care problems. These programs will receive combined funding of $749,966.

The Emergency Medical Services for Children Partnership Grant is used for the expansion and improvement of emergency medical services for children who need treatment for trauma or critical care. The receipt of $130,000 is expected for this purpose.

Alcohol Drug Abuse Territorial is the activity that the Division of Mental Health falls under. The division has four grants, and anticipates receiving total funding of $1,593,908. The Project for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH), Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment, Community Mental Health Services, and the Strategic Prevention Framework – State Incentive Grant (SIG), together, provide financial assistance to support individuals who are suffering from serious mental illness or both serious mental illness and substance abuse. Funding is provided to support projects for the development and implementation of prevention, treatment and rehabilitation activities directed to the diseases of alcohol and drug abuse. It also provides community mental health services to adults with serious mental illnesses and to children with serious emotional disturbances. Programs and activities include services outreach involving, screening and diagnostics treatment, habilitation and rehabilitation, case management community mental health, and alcohol or drug treatment.

The Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Block Grant along with the Infants and Toddlers Program are in the Maternal Child Health – Child Care Services activity. The MCH Block Grant’s objective is to enable the Territory to maintain and strengthen leadership in planning, promoting, coordinating and evaluating health care for pregnant women, mothers, infants, and children. This grant also provides services for family and children with special health care needs and by health services for maternal and child health populations without access to adequate health care. Funding of $1,470,308 is expected for the MCH Block Grant. The Infant and Toddlers Program will use funds to assist in implementing and maintaining systems for early intervention. Funding may also be used to provide direct services for eligible infants and toddlers with disabilities, age birth through 2, and for their families. It will also allow for providing

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services for infants and toddlers who are at risk of having substantial developmental delays, if they do not receive appropriate early intervention services. Funding for this program is estimated at $759,289.

Family Planning Services expects $885,504 in funds to provide educational, counseling, and comprehensive medical and social services necessary to enable individuals to freely determine the number and spacing of their children. By doing so, this will help to reduce maternal and infant mortality, and to promote the health of mothers, families, and children. Grants are used for family planning services including contraceptive, infertility, and special services to adolescents. These services must be available without coercion and with respect for privacy, dignity, and the social and religious beliefs of the individuals being served. The Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) anticipates $7,127,649 in funding.

The program provides low-income pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age five who are determined to be at nutritional risk, no-cost supplemental nutritious foods, nutrition education, and referrals to health and social services. Funds are also expended to pay for specified nutritional services and administrative cost, including certification services.

Several programs are in the Support Services activity. These programs include the Ryan White Title II and Ryan White Title IV Programs, HIV Prevention Program, HIV-AIDS Surveillance Program, Collaborative Chronic Disease Health Promotion Program, Rape Prevention and Education, and Preventive Health and Health Services. The Ryan White Title II and Title IV Programs enable the Virgin Islands to improve the quality, availability, and organization of health care and support services for individuals and families with the HIV disease. They also allow for family-centered care involving outpatient or ambulatory care to women, infants, children, and youths with HIV/AIDS, and ensure access to existing and emerging HIV treatments. Implementing HIV prevention programs and addressing the high cost and other complex barriers to comprehensive care to these individuals. The HIV Prevention Program and the HIV-AIDS Surveillance Program support research of HIV-related epidemiologic issues concerning the risk of transmission, history of transmissions, and development and evaluation of behavioral recommendations for reducing AIDS and HIV infection, while strengthening surveillance programs to maintain, measure, and evaluate the extent of HIV/AIDS incidence and prevalence. The Chronic Disease Health Promotion Program assists health authorities and other health related organizations in controlling communicable diseases, chronic diseases and disorders, and other preventable health conditions. Rape Prevention and Education funds are used to develop and evaluate new methods or existing methods and techniques used in injury surveillance by public health agencies and to develop, expand or improve injury control programs to reduce morbidity, mortality, severity, disability, and cost from injuries. Preventive Health and Health Services funds provide resources to improve the health status of the population, responding to emerging health threats, providing emergency medical services, and services for sex offense victims including prevention activities, and coordinating related administration, education, monitoring and evaluation. Total funding that will be received for this group of programs is $2,970,316.

The Comprehensive STD Prevention System is under the Venereal Disease Control activity. This program aims to reduce morbidity and mortality by preventing cases and complications of sexually transmitted diseases (STD). Funds in the amount of $192,838 will be used for STD surveillance activities including reporting, screening, and follow-up of diagnostic test and diagnosed cases inclusive of notification of sex partners to infectious cases of STD.

The Immunization activity consists of the Tuberculosis Elimination and Laboratory Program and the Immunization Program. The Tuberculosis Elimination and Laboratory Program assists health agencies in carrying out tuberculosis (TB) control activities designed to prevent the transmission of infection and disease. Assistance is provided to ensure that program needs are met by finding all cases of active TB and

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ensuring the completion of therapy, finding and screening persons who have had contact with TB patients, evaluating them for TB, conducting TB surveillance, and engaging in TB public health laboratory activities. Immunization Program funds assist communities in establishing and maintaining preventive health service programs to immunize individuals against vaccine-preventable diseases. Funds may be used for planning, organizing, and conducting immunization programs and for the purchase of vaccines. Together, these two programs anticipate the receipt of funds in the amount of $1,690,928.

Department of Human Services

The Department of Human Services (DHS) continues to apply for and receive Federal funds each year. In the past two (2) years, DHS has received $30,076,721 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2011 and $29,255,897 for FY 2012. During FY 2013, DHS will be applying for a projected amount of $44,922,726 in Federal funds to continue expanding services to the people of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Based on the Virgin Islands Kids Count 2011 Data Book, more than one (1) out of every four (4) children in the U.S. Virgin Islands are growing up in households with incomes below the poverty threshold. Poverty not only affects a child’s ability to succeed economically and socially, but often adversely affects a child’s health. The latest statistics are based on Virgin Islands families with children in poverty in 2009. According to the statistics, seven thousand six hundred twenty five (7,625) children, almost thirty percent (29.9%) of the children in the Territory, were considered poor, based on the Federal poverty guidelines. This is slightly one percent (1.8%) higher than the previous year’s percentage of twenty-eight percent (28.1%) or seven thousand six hundred sixty-nine (7,669) children. On St. Croix, four thousand five hundred forty-one (4,541) children, about thirty-five percent (35.3%), lived below the poverty line, reflecting a four percent (3.9%) increase in comparison to figures reported in 2008. On St. Thomas, two thousand nine hundred forty-seven (2,947) children, about twenty-five percent (24.6%), lived in poverty, which is slightly one percent (0.9%) lower than the previous year’s percentage of twenty-six percent (25.5%). On St. John, one hundred thirty-seven (137) children lived below the poverty line.

The grants DHS receives for the following programs are important to the residents of the U.S. Virgin Islands in the fight against poverty. While all of the department’s grants are essential to the Territory, one of its major grants, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), is vital to the provision of some services. Under the Welfare Reform legislation of 1996, TANF replaced the welfare programs known as Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC), the Job Opportunities and Basic Skills Training (JOBS) Program, and the Emergency Assistance (EA) Program. The TANF Program provides funding to the Territory for a wide range of benefits and activities, giving DHS wide flexibility to develop and implement its own welfare programs. The service delivery system provides basic subsistence for persons who are elderly, blind, disabled and for families with children.

Based on the Virgin Islands Kids Count 2011 Data Book, child poverty in the USVI is tied to single motherhood. Unwed parents and absentee fathers contribute greatly to a reduction in income-levels and income-stability for families with children. The TANF Program not only assists needy families so children can be cared for in their own homes, it reduces the dependency of needy parents by promoting job preparation, work, and marriage, thus preventing out-of-wedlock pregnancies and encouraging the formation and maintenance of two-parent families. Under DHS JOBS Program, TANF recipients are offered comprehensive services, including family planning, childcare, training, and employment to ensure client self-sufficiency. The amount projected for FY 2013 for this grant is $3,554,000.

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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly known as the Food Stamp Program) is another major source of Federal funding and temporary assistance for needy families. Funding under SNAP is necessary in order that the U.S. Virgin islands may combat one of its major issues presented in the Kids Count 2011 Data Book. Research has demonstrated that there is a direct link between inadequate food supply and poorer overall health status among children. This is associated with an increased incidence of behavioral problems and a reduced overall learning potential that limits their ability to understand basic concepts and learn basic skills. The grant allows for the issuance of monthly benefits to eligible low-income households to help them buy the food they need for good health. The program is designed to educate low-income families on making healthy food choices, preparing food safely, and managing money or food stamps to ensure that there is enough food for the family. The projected FY 2013 amount for this grant is $5,705,765.

The Head Start Full Year Training Grant promotes school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of low-income children through comprehensive pre-school, educational, health, mental health, disabilities, nutrition and social services. These comprehensive services include assistance to children with special needs and training for parents and staff. The Head Start Program helps preschoolers develop the early reading and math skills they need to be successful in school. The program not only involves parents in their children’s learning, but helps parents make progress toward their educational, literacy, and employment goals. The Head Start Program remains the largest and best comprehensive early childhood education and development program territory-wide, serving children who are three (3) years old by December 31st and up to five (5) year old at the time of enrollment. In FY 2011, the Head Start Program enrolled eight hundred ninety-four (894) children between the two districts, with four hundred sixty-six (466) preschoolers on St. Croix and four hundred twenty-eight (428) in the St. Thomas- St. John District. A total of seventy-two (72) children with disabilities were served through an inclusive cooperative agreement with the Department of Education’s Special Education services. DHS has projected funding of $9,366,679 for FY 2013.

The Childcare and Development Block Grant provides DHS with flexibility in developing child care programs to best suit the needs of children and parents. The grant empowers working parents to make their own decisions on child care, thereby assisting low-income families, families receiving temporary public assistance and those transitioning from public assistance, to obtain child care so that they can work or attend training/school. The program also works to improve the quality of child care in the Virgin Islands and promotes coordination among early childhood development and after-school programs. Revised rules and regulations for child care facilities were implemented in FY 2011, and funding has provided for the issuance of mini-grants to private/non-profit child care providers to assist them in complying with new rules and regulations for child care facilities, after school programs, and summer camps. The FY 2013 projected amount of $2,135,413 will enhance After-school Programs and Parental Choice Child Care Programs for low-income families trying to achieve independence from public assistance.

The Consolidated Block Grant combines various Federal grants DHS uses in different programs. The grant provides funds to alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty in communities. The FY 2013 projected amount of $5,879,614 is essential because the funds provide for a range of services and activities addressing employment, education, housing, nutrition, and emergency services. The clients served by these activities include the elderly, youth, and disabled individuals in the Virgin Islands community.

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1. The Maintenance and Transportation Program enables senior citizens and disabled persons to receive efficient transportation services. The program also provides for the delivery of hot, nutritious meals to seniors. 2. The Information and Referral Services Program’s key responsibility is to introduce the various programs offered by the department to new senior citizen clients. The program provides clients with senior identification cards, counseling, and orientation to services and programs offered by other agencies. 3. The Socio-Recreation Program offers social, recreational, nutritional, educational, counseling and health supportive services to seniors. 4. The Homemaker Services Program provides routine housekeeping, personal care and light meal preparation for elderly and disabled persons who are confined to their homes. 5. The Homes and Nutrition and Nutrition Service Incentive Programs not only provide nutritious meals to the elderly, but also provide a platform for clients to receive home visits, assessments, and counseling sessions based on their interests. 6. The Family Caregiver Support Program conducts home assessments and provides education, training activities and in-home and institutional respite care for caregivers. 7. The Juvenile Justice and Intervention and Diagnostic Evaluation Programs assist dysfunctional families in becoming productive members of the community. The programs also facilitate the adoption and foster care process. 8. The Child Care and Regulatory Services Program enables parents to exercise choice so that children can be enrolled in licensed child-care facilities with quality enrichment activities. 9. The Developmental Disabilities Council is comprised of various Governor-appointed members. The program is charged with the responsibility of reviewing and approving proposals for special projects servicing persons with developmental disabilities. 10. The Low Income Household Energy Assistance Program assists seniors and individuals with disabilities in offsetting high energy costs. 11. The Intake and Emergency Services Program prevents neglect, abuse, or the exploitation of children and adults. The program provides emergency welfare assistance, and also assists families with burial services. 12. The Family Preservation Program not only assists individuals and families with the payment of rental and electrical installation fees, but also provides assistance with the purchase of basic household furniture and appliances. 13. The Residential Services Program helps families obtain suitable housing and assists them in their efforts to prevent family eviction.

The Independent Living Grant maximizes the leadership, empowerment, independence, and productivity of individuals with disabilities. The FY 2013 anticipated grant award of $29,019 will provide services to individuals who are not able to engage in competitive employment, but have the ability to function independently. The Independent Living for Older Individuals Who are Blind Grant facilitates independent living for individuals age 55 or older who are blind, and whose severe visual impairments make competitive employment extremely difficult to obtain. The FY 2013 anticipated grant award of $40,000 will provide a network of support services including assistive devices, mobility training, visual screening, reader services, and transportation for the elderly, who are blind. DHS expects to receive $36,476 for the Supported Employment Services for Individuals with Significant Disabilities Grant to provide job coaching services for persons with disabilities to assist them in obtaining and retaining competitive employment. The Rehabilitation Services-Vocational Rehabilitation Grants to States provides comprehensive services for persons with disabilities consistent with their strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, and capabilities, so that they may prepare for, and engage in, competitive employment. DHS has projected funding of $2,086,262 for FY 2013.

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The Foster Grandparent Program’s anticipated award for FY 2013 is $227,915. These funds will engage low income persons age sixty (60) or older in volunteer service to meet critical community needs. The high quality volunteer experiences that foster grandparents provide help to enhance their self-esteem, allowing them to remain physically and mentally active. Foster grandparents’ assistance at local organizations – including faith-based groups, Head Start Centers, schools, and other youth facilities – helps children learn to read, provides one-on-one tutoring, and guides children at a critical time in their lives. Funds are also essential for foster grandparents to provide support service to children with exceptional or special needs.

The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Grant demonstrates DHS’ strategies and activities aimed at effectively recruiting and training retired professionals to teach and educate Medicare/Medicaid beneficiaries how to better monitor payments made on their behalf, and how to handle identified discrepancies. DHS expects an award of $95,000 for FY 2013.

The Retired and Senior Volunteer (RSVP) Program is designed for retired and semi-retired persons age sixty (60) or older. It allows them to remain productive by providing community services that will enable them to maintain their self-respect. RSVP offers a full range of volunteer opportunities with various organizations throughout the Virgin Islands. With RSVP, volunteers not only select the service projects they want to perform, they also choose the amount of time they want to put into each project. In short, volunteers are able to locate the opportunity that is right for them. The RSVP’s projected award for FY 2013 is $47,221.

The Crime Victim Compensation Grant is designed to provide financial assistance to innocent victims of crime. The grant helps to pay some of the expenses resulting from crimes involving violence or abuse. DHS expects an award of $128,000 for FY 2013.

The Supported Employment Services for Individuals with the Most Significant Disabilities grant enables individuals with disabilities to achieve employment. The grant provides funding for skilled job trainers to accompany the individual for on-the-job training and other services needed to support an individual in employment. DHS expects an award of $36,476 in FY 2013.

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP) educates adolescents and young adults on both abstinence and contraception for the prevention of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. DHS received $250,000 in FY 2010 and 2011 to carry out this Sexual Education Program. While the funding received in FY 2010 is available until FY 2012, the funding received in FY 2011 is available until FY 2013. There is no projection for additional funds to DHS for FY 2013

The Sexual Assault Services Formula Program is the first Federal funding stream dedicated solely to the provision of direct intervention and related assistance for victims of sexual assault. The award of $18,767 received in FY 2009 assisted DHS in supporting rape crisis centers. Other nonprofit, nongovernmental organizations play vital roles in assisting sexual assault victims through the healing process, guiding them through services that address medical, legal, and social needs. There is no projection for additional funds to DHS for FY 2013.

The Supportive Housing Program allows DHS to provide the supportive service necessary for homeless persons to better transition from homelessness. Assistance in the program is provided to help homeless persons achieve residential stability, increase their skill levels, and obtain greater self-determination. The FY 2010 award of $67,200 provides supportive housing and services that will allow homeless persons in the Virgin Islands community to live as independently as possible. Funding is available until FY 2012. There is no projection for additional funds to DHS for FY 2013.

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One Federal program that was previously under the auspices of the Department of Health, but will now be under the umbrella of the Department of Human Services is the Medical Assistance Program (MAP). MAP provides assistance to the Territory for the payments of medical assistance on behalf of cash assistance recipients, children, pregnant women, and the aged, who meet the income and resource requirements. The program receives funding for both administration and medical payments with a total expected amount of $14,530,000. Additional funding of $1,061,362 is expected for the Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage for Medicare beneficiaries, who voluntarily participate in prescription drug plans. The program provides an additional subsidy to lower-income beneficiaries.

Department of Planning and Natural Resources

The Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) expects to receive a total of $11,340,412 in Federal funds for FY 2013. The Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) will receive $2,899,191; the Division of Historic Preservation $415,115; the Division of Environmental Protection $5,615,791; the Division of Coastal Zone Management $1,483,973; the Division of Environmental Enforcement $825,371; and the Division of Libraries and Archives $100,971.

The Interjurisdictional $12,228 will be used to collect Bio-statistical Data from Commercial Fish Landings and to maintain and disseminate fisheries statistics through coordinated activities.

The Caribbean Fisheries Management Council’s (CFMC) $28,000 will provide support of the CFMC outreach program through the Fisheries Advisory Council in each district.

Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commercial Personnel USVI/GSMFC Recreational Fishing License Program of $176,880 will develop a marine recreational fishing license program in the USVI. The funds received will allow DPNR-DFW to establish the accompanying regulations for recreational fishing and establish a licensing program that will help to obtain accurate information on the “universe” of recreational anglers in the Territory.

The STATE/FEDERAL – Cooperative Fishery Statics is expected to receive $152,811 for FY 2013. The funds will be used to develop a cooperative program to determine the monthly commercial harvest in pounds, and the processed dollar value of all marine commercial fishing resources landed in the U.S. Virgin Islands. In FY 2011, data collection continued and is on-going.

The Southeast Area Monitoring and Assessment Program’s (SEAMAP) $200,015 will be used for the following: to obtain monthly samples of stoplight, redtail and redfin/redband parrotfish and confirm visual maturity stages with histological samples forwarded to, and analyzed by the Department of Natural and Environmental Resources in Puerto Rico; to conduct sampling for queen conch at historically surveyed sites and new locations currently under fishing pressure during the conch seasonal closure period; to determine the annual cycle of recruitment of juvenile spiny lobsters to casitas in transitional seagrass areas located between mangrove and coral reef habitats; to conduct monthly reef fish handline hook and line surveys at randomly selected quadrats within the SEAMAP sampling grid to supplement historical database; to conduct monthly deep water snapper assessment surveys using vertical setline/multiple hook fishing techniques at commercially-fished deep water snapper fishing areas; and to compare day and night handline fishing techniques at depth and habitat strata that will optimize yellowtail snapper catch. In FY 2011, samples were obtained and data submitted to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

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The Sportfish Restoration Coordination ($338,663) will establish and maintain management control systems adequate to meet the requirements for participation in and administration of the Territory’s Federal Assistance in Sportfish Restoration Programs.

The Sportfish Monitoring, Enhancement and Restoration Activities ($101,880) will provide environmentally themed information for resident user groups and tourists. In FY 2011, information booklets were created for publication.

Sportfish Enhancement via Fish Aggregating Device (FAD) will survey and maintain existing FADs in the U.S. Virgin Islands; conduct bi-annual sampling of existing and new FADs via rod and reel; develop a baseline of fish species composition relating to FAD location and design and determine FAD productivity; construct and deploy eight (8) new FADs on St. Thomas and St. Croix; renew existing Army Corps of Engineers’ permit and add new FAD designs; and create a FAD program information page on the DFW webpage through the use of the projected federal funds ($144,444) for FY 2013.

The Sportfish Benthic Habitat Restoration ($66,742) is a grant that will be used to install ten (10) transient moorings in Christmas Cove, on Great St. James Island, and St. Thomas. Installation and mooring maintenance was performed on the Christmas Cove buoys as well.

The Boat Access – Molasses Dock will receive ($57,404) to plan for building a boat ramp at the Molasses Dock facility on the south shore of St. Croix, USVI. The Boat Access – Hull Bay funds ($45,515) will be available to assist with a) planning the construction of a new boat access facility which will enhance sport fishing opportunities for the recreational fishing community of the USVI; b) obtaining all necessary permits, agreements, assessments, forms, and plans for the development of a boat access facility at Hull Bay; and c) preparation of an annual report to USFWS. Boat Access – Great Pond Planning ($42,319) will provide public sport fishing access by acquiring free simple title access to Great Pond shoreline.

The Snook Grant of ($68,151) will be use to assess habitat utilization and movement of the common snook, Centropomus undecimalis, using acoustic telemetry.

Both the Operations and Maintenance grants expect to receive a combined total of $608,218 for maintenance of the physical facilities. They will also facilitate maintaining vehicles and research vessels in optimal operational conditions to foster the implementation of grant objects as approved by Federal aid through the Sport Fish and the Wildlife Restoration Programs funds. In FY 2011, the funds from these grants were used to maintain the facilities and equipment. The St. Thomas offices replaced the air condition system. Desktop computers were also purchased for both districts to bring the offices into compliance with the Bureau of Information Technology (BIT) objectives.

The Recreational Fishery Assessment Grant will survey the territorial recreational fishing tournaments to collect information on effort, catch, harvest, and areas of fishing activity which are essential to track trends and changes in recreational fishery. The funds ($33,088) will be used to analyze data collected on the effort, catch, and species composition of the catch through database management to better understand the use of the recreational fisheries in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

The Boating Infrastructure Program allows for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of the twenty-two (22) transient buoys located in Christmas Cove and will be made possible with a grant of $200,000 expected for FY 2013.

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The Strategic Wildlife Habitat Initiative (Cays and Deer) is expected to receive a combined total of $146,449 in federal funding. These grants will be used to manage wildlife populations on offshore cays by identifying limiting factors affecting populations and the initiation of management activities to counteract those factors. Data points were established and collected by habitat types and location with the funds received in FY 2011.

The St. Thomas East End Marine Reserve (STEER) Management Plan – Wildlife Restoration Federal funds of $8,613 will be used to conserve and enhance wild birds and mammals in the STEER. In FY 2011, DFW worked with the Nature Conservancy and Coastal Zone Management (CZM) to complete several Geographic Information System (GIS) related tasks in the STEER.

Conservation of Bats is expected to receive $31,882 in federal funds. This grant allows for the construction and installation of bat houses for molasses, and monitoring the bat populations to establish baseline trends. Bat houses were deployed on St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix. Several educational events were also hosted to allow the public to have close encounters with bats from the Federal funds received in FY 2011.

The $19,471 funds for Wildlife Damage Control on Protestant Cay, St. Croix will be utilized for Cattle Egret Nesting Surveys and Cattle Egret Deterrence Surveys to control the nesting of Cattle Egrets in the protected habitats for the St. Croix ground lizard. Non-lethal dispersal and control methods have been implemented successfully in FY 2011.

The Endangered Species Recovery Program Grant’s expected amount of $39,631 will provide for the continuation of ongoing outreach and recovery activities for the Virgin Islands Tree Boa and other listed species. It will enable assessing the current population status and distribution of listed plants and other listed species in the Territory; and also allow for coordinating endangered species recovery actions in the islands. Ecological information has been compiled and a cooperative community based strategy for recovery was developed in FY 2011. The Endangered Species Sea Turtle Nesting Monitoring Grant of

$23,301 will be used to monitor turtle nesting beaches on St. Thomas/St. John and St. Croix for nesting use and hatching success, and to also provide funding for the coordination of sea turtle research in the USVI. In FY 2011, nests and hatchings were recorded territory-wide. Mangoose trappings were also done to protect the Hawkbill nests. St. Croix Ameiva Habitat Restoration ($21,772) will assist in restoring the coastal habitat on Protestant Cay to benefit the St. Croix ground lizard. Trees were planted on Protestant Cay from the FY 2011 funds received.

The Coordination of USVI Wildlife Program ($54,159) will support the Wildlife Restoration Program by coordinating and maintaining technical and management control systems adequate to meet the requirements for participation in and the administration of the Virgin Islands Wildlife Restoration Program. Also, some of the funds will be used to pay the Wildlife Restoration’s portion of shared costs incurred for the support of the program.

The State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) Grant: Species of Habitat and Concern’s $73,991 will be used to investigate, monitor, and enhance the populations of wildlife in the Territory. These funds will also allow for identifying species of concern, as well as their habitats. The overall objective of the State Wildlife Action Plan Update Grant for $74,420 is to support the USVI Wildlife Program by developing and updating data management systems and planning for upcoming projects.

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Funds of $129,144 from the USVI Technical Guidance Wildlife and the Technical Guidance Sportfish Grants will provide for the review of all projects with the potential to impact the Territory’s natural aquatic and terrestrial resources and habitats, and will fund providing technical advice to minimize the impact on these resources. Additionally, the funds will be used to provide answers to public inquiries about DFW natural resources. The previous funds enabled the provision of technical guidance and assistance, on wildlife and fishery matters, to government agencies, regulatory authorities, private individuals, and landowners.

DPNR - Division of Environmental Protection Grants (DEP) are awarded from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). An overall total of $5,615,791 in Federal funding for FY 2013 for its programs is expected from this source.

The Performance Partnership Grant (PPG) of $3,520,381 will be used for implementation of an integrated and comprehensive environmental program to address the Virgin Island's environmental priorities. It consists of the following environmental programs: Air Pollution Control, Water Pollution Control, Pesticides Program, Groundwater Program, Non-Point Source Program, Underground Storage Tank Program, and the Public Water System Supervision Program.

In FY 2011, PPG’s responsibilities and major accomplishments were as follows:

The Water Pollution Control Program (WPCP) is responsible for monitoring discharges and enforcing regulations controlling discharges from specific sites, including industrial, commercial and some residential sites that discharge into the waters of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

There are two (2) types of Territorial Pollutant Discharge Eliminating System Permits (TPDES): general permits and individual permits, both of which are issued for five (5) years. There are approximately one hundred twenty-three (123) facilities that are covered under TPDES Permits:

GENERAL PERMIT (HOME INDIVIDUAL PERMIT GENERAL PERMIT WASTE WATER (WASTE WATER (CONSTRUCTION) TREATMENT) TREATMENT) St. Croix 25 6 16 St. Thomas & St. John 22 2 52 TOTALS 47 8 68

Thirteen (13) individual TPDES Permits, which included renewals and new permittees, were issued in FY 2011. All EPA priority permits were issued. All municipal and major TPDES permits were current. Twelve (12) permittees received coverage under the General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Construction Activity.  A Multi-Sector General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity was drafted.  A new fee structure for TPDES Permits was drafted and pending local legal approval and USEPA support.  At least forty-nine (49) Compliance Evaluation Inspections (CEIs) and eight (8) Compliance Sampling Inspections (CSIs) were performed. Inspection reports included a cover letter and narrative identifying permit violations (page and section) as well as: “3560-3”, Single Event Violation (SEV), and “Informal Enforcement” forms.  At least six (6) Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Inspections were conducted.

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 All Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) received by the WPCP were reviewed to ensure compliance with TPDES Permit requirements.  Revisions to the VI Code, Rules and Regulations (R & R) were drafted regarding electronic signatures. These new changes were sent for local legal approval and USEPA support.  The USEPA and WPC conducted bi-annual data certification, comparing Integrated Compliance Information System (ICIS) results with permits issued and inspection reports submitted to USEPA, as well as permittee DMRs and any signed enforcement actions taken against violators.

The Virgin Islands Beach Water Quality Monitoring Program ($405,120) is a comprehensive beach monitoring and public notification program for beaches within the United States Virgin Islands’ jurisdiction. The Beach Monitoring Grant FY 2011 accomplishments were as follows:  Continued weekly monitoring of designated Territorial beaches and issuance of weekly public advisory;  Beach Monitoring & Notification Data uploaded to WQX Web, a StoRet Interface;  Draft New Beach Water Quality Monitoring Program Website negotiated with BizVI;  Assisted the Water Pollution Control Program in completing the partial post-storm (Tropical Storm Irene) assessment; and  Program staff participation in the Blue Flag Beach Certification Committee Meetings, USVI Blue Flag Beach National Jury, and the USVI Blue Flag Beach Flag Launch Ceremony.

The Particulate Matter 2.5 Monitoring Program is expected to receive $34,114 to support surveys, studies, research, investigations and demonstrations relating to the causes, effects, extent, prevention, and control of air pollution. The funds will also continue to ensure that attainment of ambient air quality is consistent with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).

The VI State Clean Diesel funds of $47,144 will retrofit heavy diesel transit buses from the V.I. Transit System bus fleet. The fleet includes a total of fifteen (15) VITRAN buses in the Territory within a seven year life cycle. Retrofits will reduce emissions of diesel particulate matter and greenhouse gases.

The Drinking Water Capital Improvement Grants (DWCIG) Program is expected to receive $398,922 for FY 2013. The DWCIG Program participated in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Compliance Inspections with EPA and its contractor. The purpose of these inspections was to assess each Grant Assistance Recipient’s compliance with the following four requirements: “Buy American”, “Davis Bacon Water”, “ARRA Reporting”, and “Green Project Reserve”. Funding has also been directed to the V.I. Water and Power Authority (WAPA) for capital improvements in St. Croix.

The Water Quality Management Projects (WQMP) Grant ($189,676) is for planning and implementing projects to ensure the protection of the marine waters of the USVI.

The following are accomplishments from the projects covered under the WQMP Grant:

Integrated Water Quality Monitoring and Assessment Report: the 2010 Virgin Islands Integrated Report was developed pursuant to the Clean Water Act (CWA) §305(b). The final report, which was an assessment of water quality data from FY 2008 and 2009, was submitted to EPA.

Water Quality Standards Revision: the Water Quality Standards 2013 Triennial Review Process was started in FY 2011. On April 1, 2011, DPNR-DEP developed the Tentative 2013 Triennial WQS Review Schedule. That schedule was approved by EPA Region II. Prior to the close of FY 2011, DPNR submitted drafts of the following WQS sections: Definitions; General Water Quality Criteria; Classes A, B and C; Thermal Policy and Mixing Zones; and Anti-degradation. The remaining sections will be reviewed/revised 462

in accordance with the submitted schedule to complete the revision in FY 2013. In an effort to facilitate the completion of this task, monthly calls are held with the EPA Region II office.

Data Management: The Ambient Water Quality Monitoring Program’s Basic Water Quality Monitoring Data were submitted/uploaded to the StoRet (Storage and Retrieval) via WQX (Water Quality Exchange) Web and Assessment Database (ADB). Electronic updates were submitted in accordance with the WQX Web Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). ADB updates made for the 2010 Integrated Report were reviewed and updated in August 2011.

Assessment of Water Quality Data: Water quality data collected during Ambient Water Quality Monitoring were assessed and categorized to determine the need for Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) during the 2010 Integrated Report process.

Project Priority System and Project Priority List: DPNR-DEP worked with the V.I. Waste Management Authority/Department of Public Works to develop the 2010 Project Priority System (PPS) and Project Priority List (PPL). Projects listed were first rated, and then ranked by rating. Based on the available Federal aid, an Intended Use Plan (IUP) was also developed to outline the projects selected to be funded. The PPS, PPL and IUP were released as public notices for 30-days from March 26 through April 27, 2011. On June 13, 2011, the final PPS, PPL, and IUP Packages were submitted to EPA-Caribbean Environmental Protection Division (CEPD) for approval.

Onsite Wastewater Treatment and Dispersal Training and Certification Support: DPNR-DEP co-hosted Septic Systems Designers Training (St. Thomas) with UVI, VIWMA and the University of Rhode Islands. Training was geared towards standardizing for the design of onsite wastewater treatment and dispersal systems.

Solid and Hazardous Waste:

The Solid Waste Program conducted a review of a major CZM permit application pertaining to Parcel 1A-7, of the Bovoni Landfill. Comments were submitted to the CZM Division on February 14, 2011, in order to meet a pre-set deadline for providing feedback to the applicant.

A draft response letter was prepared regarding a proposal to crush used oil drums onsite prior to shipment for recovery of metal constituents.

The Solid Waste Program continues to participate in the Household Hazardous Waste Awareness Campaign, including attending meetings with members of the Household Hazardous Waste Steering Committee.

On July 13, 2011, the Solid Waste Program staff participated in a multi-agency inspection that focused on violations at auto body repair and mechanic shops clustered around the area north of the Territory’s airport. Several facilities were found to be operating without the requisite permits, licenses or fire permits.

On August 17th and 18th 2011, the Solid Waste Program Manager participated in a joint EPA/DPNR chemical assessment at Fort Christian, St. Thomas and V.I. WAPA. These activities were prompted by a request from DPNR to EPA for assistance with the assessment, inventory and removal of chemicals that are primarily acids and bases that have been in storage for 30 to 40 years. Chemicals identified at the Fort Christian site included ammonium acetate, ethyl alcohol, hydrochloric acid, lead acetate, nitric acid, sodium thiosulfate, silver nitrate, sulfuric acid and three pounds of mercury in a jar. At the WAPA 463

storeroom, numerous gallon bottles of five different, very strong acids were identified. These included nitric acid, sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, and acetic acid.

The Solid Waste Program continued to further refine the Medical Waste and Used Oil Databases to include fields for tracking payments. In addition, a separate field was created to automatically flag permits that have expired or are within sixty days of the expiration date.

The Solid Waste Program staff participated in drafting Electronic Device Rules & Regulations, as an amendment to the Solid & Hazardous Waste Rules and Regulations. A final draft was prepared and submitted to the Office of the Attorney General in September 2011.

The Operator’s Certification Expense Reimbursement Grant of $582,958 will provide for continued training and certifying of small drinking water system operators.

The Water Protection Coordination Grant of $66,621 will continue assisting the Territory with critical water infrastructure protection.

The expected Federal funds for FY 2013 from the Underground Storage Tank (UST), Prevention, Detection and Compliance ($171,188); Underground Storage Tank (STAG) ($45,938) and the Underground Storage Trust Fund ($53,729) will foster the continued protection of groundwater and coastal waters by regulating all UST Systems.

In FY 2011, five (5) letters addressing consent agreement deadlines were hand-delivered to gas station owners with known Leaking Underground Storage Tanks (UST). This strategy was initiated to ensure the completion of Phase I Assessments by the close of this fiscal year. However, joint inspections were conducted by UST staff and USEPA. This was followed by a meeting with all five gas station owners selected. The EPA also reviewed various UST funding sources including an ARRA Grant along with the program and financial staff.

Groundwater appropriation permits were issued including one for hydrocarbons recovery for HOVENSA. A DPNR meeting was also arranged regarding a large source of groundwater contamination in the St. Thomas/St. John District. The Volunteer Clean-up Program (VCP) – Brownfield State Response Program with $100,000 will address the cleanup and/or redevelopment of Brownfield sites within the Virgin Islands (VI).

VCP’s accomplishments for FY 2011 consisted of the following:  The DEP Program developed a general Quality Assurance Plan and work plan which were finalized by DEP’s Quality Assurance Officer for selected sites;  DPNR successfully hosted the Fiftieth Annual VI Brownfield’s Forum entitled “Building Sustainable Brownfield’s Community” on June 21, 2011 in St. Thomas; and

 Staff met with representatives from EPA Region II/Headquarters, Association of State and Territorial Solid Waste Management Officials (ASTSWMO), and other state programs to formulate a strategic plan for moving forward with the redevelopment of territorial Brownfield’s sites.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides federal assistance for all approved Virgin Islands Coastal Zone Management (CZM) Programs for the protection and management of coastal resources, and is expected to provide $1,483,973 in Federal funds to CZM for FY 2013. The following tasks are supported by the Federal assistance received for CZM: program administration, permitting and monitoring; enforcement; Areas of Particular Concern Management; public outreach and education; and enhancement.

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The $1,526,750 received from NOAA to assist CZM in FY 2011, was used to accomplish the following tasks:

Program Administration – In keeping with the actions mandated by the 312 Evaluations performed by NOAA, the division reorganized some of its personnel to have existing staff serve as Permits Coordinator STX, fulfilling the action mandated by the evaluation. Additionally, the positions of Environmental Specialist STX, as well as Marine Resources Ecologist, were posted during the fiscal year. However, the applicants did not meet the criteria sought by CZM.

Enforcement – In FY 2011, no formal training sessions were held for the Enforcement Officers. However, various initiatives were undertaken in which CZM and the Division of Environmental Enforcement (DEE) worked on collaboratively. Legislation for new mooring fees was drafted and sent for approval. Comprehensive mooring planning within Areas of Particular Concern (APCs) has been ongoing, and the enforcement of development that is not permitted are just a few of the initiatives that the two divisions provided support for during the fiscal year.

Areas of Particular Concern (APCs) – the Special Projects Coordinator-APCs, who was hired in FY 2010 returned to the division in FY 2011 after a one-year leave of absence, assisted in finalizing the STEER Management Plan that had been in development for almost three years. Additionally, the APC Coordinator supported the creation of St. Croix’s East End Watersheds Management Plan done by the Horsley Written Group. The contractors relied heavily on the APC Coordinator for GIS data and assistance to conduct field surveys on St. Croix. The comprehensive plan offers many recommendations which will serve to reduce the impacts to the coastal environment.

Another project started in FY 2011 was the comprehensive mooring plan for the Benner Bay/Mangrove Lagoon APC. The APC Coordinator will work closely with DEE, the Division of Fish and Wildlife, and the public at large to create a comprehensive plan for the mooring of vessels during storm events in an orderly, balanced fashion.

Public Outreach and Education - CZM Outreach and Education Coordinator resigned from the position which remained vacant through the end of the FY 2011; despite challenges caused by understaffing, the program was still able to continue with its participation at large outreach events such as the Agricultural Food Festival on St. Croix, the Agricultural Food Fair on St. Thomas, Boating Safety Week events, and all coastal weeks clean-ups and Reef Fest activities. In addition to the larger events, staff also spoke at several youth-oriented workshops during the summer camp sessions.

Permit Processing and Monitoring - CZM continues to implement the goals of the Coastal Zone Management Act through its permitting process. With the addition of a GIS Coordinator to the program, CZM has been able to perform more technical analysis of proposed projects. Higher quality maps are now available within the division, which has the ability to conduct scenario modeling for areas of greater concern. Much of the data necessary to perform extremely precise analysis is not yet available; however, the division is in a much better position to conduct cumulative impact assessments. In addition, the GIS Coordinator has begun creating more detailed, accurate GIS layers for the different habitats in the Territory. While the creation of data is extremely difficult, the division is moving forward with a number of sensitive areas for better analysis of impacts to the coastal zone.

The files are continually being updated. The Master Database continues to be populated regularly. The process of scanning old files and storing them as Portable Document Format (PDF) documents in order to reduce the physical space has also begun. The division is continually bringing expired permits containing submerged land leases into compliance. To-date, approximately 70% of expired permits have been renewed, and several are currently in the process. Bringing the submerged land fees up to date has also resulted in an increase in collections by the department.

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Enhancement (Public Access) - CZM has created an interactive, user-friendly website to depict public access sites across the Territory. Most of the public access sites for all three islands can be found on the website. At the conclusion of the project, a brochure depicting all the locations of public access beach sites will be available for the public.

State and Territorial Coral Reef Conservation Cooperative Agreement Program – During FY 2011, the St. Croix East End Marine Park installed the marker buoys and began the implementation of the park rules and regulations. Several outreach meetings were held with various stakeholders and the public, to remind them of the rules and regulations that were promulgated in September 2007, and to promote discussions as to the impacts on uses of the resources. The transition has been smooth, although, there have been some violations to-date.

The Coral Reef Initiative Coordinator was selected by President Obama’s Administration to represent the U.S. Caribbean Region on the National Ocean Council’s (NOC) Governance Coordinating Committee (GCC). The GCC is the group tasked with informing the Regional Ocean Partnerships (ROPs) about the standard operating procedures being developed by the various partnerships for the regional ocean plans. The ROP represents the most aggressive ocean planning initiative in the history of the United States (U.S.), and will lead to more sustainable development of U.S. ocean and coastal resources.

During FY 2011, the CZM East End Marine Park (EEMP) engaged over 4,000 students and 800 adults from schools and/or programs; and during the summer months, over 1,000 students visited the park through their summer camp programs. In addition, the EEMP participated in community events such as the annual Reef Jam, Agricultural Fair, Eco Fairs, and two (2) Career Fairs.

The Environmental Enforcement Division Grants consist of the US Coast Guard’s (USCG), Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Grant of $725,454 that will be used for the implementation and continued maintenance of the Territory’s Recreational Boating Safety Program. This will include boating safety education, assistance, and enforcement activities.

The FY 2011 accomplishments for RBS were as follows:  Completed successful multi-agency Boating Safety Week in St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix.  Conducted elementary and junior high schools outreach/boating education programs at twelve schools and two governmental agencies.  Participated in seven high school, college and law enforcement career days promoting conservation, boating safety, and recruitment of interested individuals into the conservation enforcement field.

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Joint Enforcement Agreement (JEA) Grant of $74,917 will continue the following activities: (i) monitoring the Red Hind and Mutton Snapper spawning grounds during the closed season for illegal harvesting of endangered species; (ii) working with the Division of Fish and Wildlife and the Fishery Management Council representatives on trap and catch limit reduction initiative; and (iii) on-going offshore patrol outside of the three mile territorial water of the USVI in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) to enforce Federally regulated and pelagic species (i.e. tuna, dolphin) throughout the year.

The Division of Libraries and Archives is expected to receive $100,971 for its Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) State Grant Program. The program will utilize the funds to continue the expansion of services for learning and accessing information and educational resources, in a variety of formats from all types of libraries, for individuals of all ages; to develop library services that provide all users access to 466

information through local, state, regional, national, and international electronic networks; to provide electronic and other linkages between and among all types of libraries; to develop public and private partnerships with other agencies and community-based organizations; to target library services to individuals of diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with limited functional literacy or information skills; and to target library and information services to persons having difficulty using a library and to the underserved urban and rural communities, including children from families with incomes below the poverty line.

The Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) Grant-In-Aid of $415,115 administers Territory and Federal historic preservation programs and provides protection and management of historic and cultural resources in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. With the Federal assistance that this office receives, it supports the following tasks: program administration cost of staff salaries; permitting and monitoring; technical assistance to Federal and state level government and the general public; public outreach and education materials; survey and inventory of historic resources; developing and implementing design guidelines; and assistance with architectural plans, historic structure reports, and engineering studies necessary to preserve historic properties.

In addition to providing the necessary funding to allow VISHPO to function and to fund HPF staff, two major accomplishments realized because of the Federal grant dealt with awarding two HPF subgrants.

One HPF subgrant of $20,000 was awarded to the St. Thomas Historical Trust, Inc. to assist in the organization’s project to restore several historic pedestrian step streets located within the Charlotte Amalie National Register District. The work will involve setting forms and repairing sections of the stairs that have significant damage, restoring the original brick and stone walking surfaces, and in future phases replacing historic iron hand railings and adding historic style lamp post lights. Supported by several local and international groups, the project will also be a training program for at-risk youth through their partnership with the non-profit organization, My Brother’s Workshop, Inc. For this first round of restorations, four step streets have been identified: Bred Gade, Store Tvaer Gade, and Dronningens Gade (west and east). Like any good historic preservation project, the Charlotte Amalie Step Streets Project also aims to use recycled historic brick. The second VISHPO sub grant of $20,000 was awarded to the Virgin Islands Enterprise Zone Commission for Savan Enterprise Zone improvements to the streetscapes of Prindsesse, General, and Silke Gades. The Savan Enterprise Zone is also located within the Charlotte Amalie National Register District. The project will entail working with students to research the history of certain buildings and sites within the zone, in order to develop the text for plaques identifying the significance of each building/site researched.

The Streetscape is the streets of Savanne traversed by hundreds of the neighborhood’s residents and those that are in transit to, and from, their work and homes on a daily basis. This grant will assist in improving the streetscape through a few small brick and mortar projects, installing historic style lighting, street signage, and landscaping.

The student identification project entails researching particular buildings (the age of the building, who lived in the building and how significant it was) along the streets proposed for enhancement. The students will then produce a document for each building that they conducted research on. This program will assist the youths of the neighborhood in learning the importance of these historic buildings and developing a respect for the residents of their community.

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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Cooperative Technical Partners (CTP) & Map Modernization Management Support Grant is expected to receive $25,000 for FY 2013. FEMA provides Federal assistance for the administration and completion of an approved CTP and Map Modernization Management Initiative Plan for the Territory.

The FY 2011 accomplishments were as follows:  Regular activities such as issuance of flood permits and monitoring of construction in flood zone designations are on-going.  On February 9, 2011, the Director of DPNR met with DHS-FEMA Region II Mitigation to discuss the status and management of the program.  The Director attended the FEMA 2011 Hazard Mitigation Assistance Summit on March 14th -18th, 2011 in San Diego, California.  On June 15th, the Floodplain Manager and Director, DPNR met with FEMA on St. Thomas to discuss the status of the flood program, the present CTP Agreement, and drafting a statement of work.  A draft version of a statement of work was prepared based on the CTP Agreement of Generating General Building Stock Data to be inputted into Hazards United States (HAZUS) for the creation of a multi-hazard map for the Territory.  The division participated in the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority, 2011 Housing Expo held on St. Thomas on June 11th and on St. Croix on June 25th. Information about the flood program was disseminated to the public. The event allowed the public to learn about new changes within the division, as well as continued education on building safety and permitting.

 On August 15th – 18th, the Floodplain Manager attended and completed the Cooperating Technical Partners: Special Topics Training held in July, 2011 at the National Fire Academy/Emergency Management Institute in Emmetsburg, Maryland.  Office equipment and supplies were purchased to facilitate the revitalization of the Territorial Flood Program and the implementation of the Cooperative Technical Partners Program and its initiatives.  The division, through the Territorial Flood Program, continues to regulate development within the Territory’s’ flood plains and to communicate the RISK factors in developing in or near the flood plains.  The Flood Plain Manager, DPNR contacted the State Mitigation Officer, VITEMA to discuss the Hazard Mitigation Plan.  Continuous work on the data collection for HAZUS input, including the collection and organization of data within DPNR pertinent to general building stock information, a GIS layer with an attribute table containing fields with all the pertinent information required for HAZUS, the location and identification of the critical facilities for the Territory.

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Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation

The Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation (DHPR) is a recipient of the Outdoor Recreation- Acquisition, Development and Planning award. In accordance with the requirements under the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), the program provides financial assistance to acquire and expand a wide range of outdoor recreation facilities and assures accessibility to the general public. In recent years, DHPR utilized funding under this grant to repair and renovate public parks and other recreational areas. Funding was provided to demolish the unsafe bathhouse at the Altona Lagoon Beach Recreation Site. The site encountered severe damage from hurricanes, which later made it inaccessible to residents. Also, funding was provided to resurface all playing courts, renovate bleachers, and upgrade sport lightning and other utilities at the Alvin McBean Recreational Complex. DHPR anticipates receiving $50,000 under this award program in FY 2012. There is no projection for additional funds to this department in FY 2013.

Department of Agriculture

The Department of Agriculture receives federal funding for its Forestry, Veterinary Services, Marketing, and Horticulture Divisions through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Forestry Division

Through the USDA Forest Service International Institute of Tropical Forestry (IITF) located in San Juan, Puerto Rico, the following grants and agreements are federally funded: Forest Stewardship, Forest Legacy, and Urban and Community Forestry.

The Forest Stewardship Program of the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture has provided technical assistance for the management of natural resources to the Territory’s landowners since 1998. In FY 2011, the Department of Agriculture was awarded $100,000 for the Forest Stewardship Program. For FY 2012, the Forest Stewardship Program Coordinator contracted with a local company to produce twelve (12) forest stewardship plans. As part of this work, the company created a template for forest stewardship plans that should make it much easier to create these plans in the future. Although no new plans were completed and approved in this fiscal year, the template was completed and approved and maps were produced for all twelve (12) new stewardship plans. The Forest Stewardship Program Coordinator visited nineteen (19) forest stewardship properties. Receipt of the anticipated $100,000 in FY 2013 will facilitate the continuity of this type of assistance.

One of the forestry issues identified in the U. S. Virgin Islands Forest Resources Assessment and Strategies document (June 2010), was the need for better information on forest health. As a result, the Forestry Division of the V.I. Department of Agriculture was awarded a $30,000 grant in FY 2011 for forest health protection from IITF. The funds will be used to hire a contractor who will identify the role of insects, diseases, animals, and invasive plants on the health of the forest resources of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

In FY 2011, the VI Department of Agriculture’s Forest Legacy Program was awarded $36,000 in Federal funds for Forest Legacy administrative costs. Administrative costs included payments for contractors to prepare title searches, surveys, and appraisals on designated properties. Also in FY 2011, the department made an offer to purchase a 6.5 acre parcel in northwestern St. Croix for Forest Legacy, and this offer was accepted by the landowner. This is the first time that an offer was made to a landowner for Forest Legacy and accepted in the U.S. Virgin Islands. It is expected that the purchase will be completed on this very first Forest Legacy parcel in 2012.

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Forest Legacy purchases require a 25% local match. The match for this property will be a parcel of land that is being donated by The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to the Trust of Virgin Islands Lands (TVIL), a local land trust. The Nature Conservancy is also proposing two other land parcels as donations to TVIL as a match for future Forest Legacy purchases. In FY 2012, the department expects to purchase at least one additional property in northwestern St. Croix. Title searches, surveys, and a “Yellow Book” appraisal have been completed on this additional property, and as soon as the appraisal is approved by the U.S. Forest Service, an offer will be made to the owners to purchase this property as well. To continue its effort in identifying and preserving forested land, the Forest Legacy (Administrative) Grant anticipates receiving $35,000 in FY 2013.

The Urban and Community Forestry (U&CF) Assistance Program projects are funded in the areas of local government program development or improvement, demonstration or site-specific projects, and information and education projects. All projects must be related to urban and community forestry.

The U.S. Virgin Islands Urban and Community Forestry (U&CF) Council, Inc., consists of 13-members from the Territory’s government agencies, the University of the Virgin Islands, professional landscapers and botanists. These members advise the State Forester regarding which projects should be voted on to receive funding. In FY 2011, the Department of Agriculture was awarded a grant in the amount of $135,000 for the Urban and Community Forestry Program. In FY 2012, two new projects were awarded funding, for a total amount of $20,000. These projects were: (i) Hassel Island, Creque Marine Railway Landscape Planting, St. Thomas Historical Trust, Inc. - this project will replant the Creque Marine Railway area with appropriate indigenous plants to provide erosion control and enhance its visual appeal, and also introduce the public to our indigenous species; and (ii) Bethlehem Village and Profit Hills Community Forestry Project, St. Croix Environmental Association - this project will plant trees on the periphery of

Bethlehem Village and Profit Hills neighborhoods to mitigate the impact of air pollution from the St. Croix south shore industrial complex and the Melvin Evans Highway, on residents of the nearby public housing communities. In addition, several projects were completed in FY 2011, such as the following:

 The Djabana’s Kuumba Educational Campgrounds Inc. Project funded an environmental eco- camp centered on the theme, “Healthy Forests Make a Healthy Watershed.” The camp trained student interns who then participated in teaching other students about ecological topics.  The St. Croix Silk Cotton Tree Protection Project provided for tree health assessments, pruned trees, removal of debris, installation of new fencing, and in general, clean-up around two heritage silk cotton trees, both in the Fredericksted area of St. Croix. Bronze plaques were erected next to each tree with information about the tree and its heritage.  The Capacity Building Project supported and assisted the USVI Urban and Community Forestry Council with capacity building and financial start-up of its nonprofit organization in order to promote education of the public concerning the importance of urban trees and green spaces. Also, a project to protect heritage trees in the Fredericksted, St. Croix area was completed.

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In FY 2013, the department expects to receive funding in the amount of $135,000 for Urban and Community Forestry.

Kapok tree (Ceiba pentandra) in Frederiksted, St. Croix before (left) and during (right) erecting root barrier and new wall

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In addition, the Forestry Division of the Department of Agriculture was awarded a grant in the amount of $25,000 from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Partners for Wildlife Program to establish a Native Tree Nursery Project. This project includes collecting and germinating seeds of native trees, propagating trees, and planting trees on the property of forest stewardship clients on all three islands of the U.S. Virgin Islands. This is the first time that the Forestry Division has received funding from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

The VIDOA was awarded $60,000 from the USDA – Plant Protection Quarantine – Cooperative Agreements Program for the Pest Surveillance Program in FY 2011 and FY 2012. The funds will continue the pest surveillance of plant pests that can prove detrimental to the production and health of food crops and plants. The Pest Surveillance Program allows funding for hiring a Pest Surveyor, who sets fly traps around the island of St. Croix and records surveys of pests and flies. The program has released multiple public service announcements via television and radio ads, informing the general community and farmers of the dangers of importing illegal plants that may introduce new and invasive species of plant pests to the island through its ports. With numerous traps around the island, the surveyor then inputs species caught into the national database and if an unknown species is found, it is shipped off to our Federal counterparts for identification. The VIDOA is thankful that no invasive species have been found through the fly traps. There are no additional funds projected for this program for FY 2013.

The USDA – Agriculture Marketing Service – Specialty Crop Block Grant received its first grant award in FY 2008. All the funds received focused on the promotion of certain locally produced fruits, vegetables and value added products. The grant monies were geared toward the growth and training of the apiculture (beekeeping) industry. Training classes were held on all three islands and over 100 participants learned the ins and outs of handling bees, harvesting honey and other related topics. The program was also pleased to include inmates from the Bureau of Corrections who learned a new skill that they will be able to use upon their release. As a result of the Beekeeping Program, VIDOA held its first Bee Buzzaar, to highlight products that can be made with bee/honey items such as candles, honey, soap, mead, etc. on St. Croix and St. Thomas. Experienced beekeepers on the islands have also seen an increase in the demand for the products and for bee nest removal services.

The Specialty Crop Block Grant also focused on the implementation of fruit tree orchids across the Territory. The fruit trees will lead to increased local availability of pineapples, mangos, and guavaberry trees. The fruit orchids, once fully established and mature, will continue serving as an educational tool for students, school groups, and tours. This Agriculture Marketing Program also introduced the Virgin Islands to the VIDOA’s new brand, Virgin Fresh with a new logo, website, and promotional souvenirs.

VIDOA promotional banner on display during an Open House

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Lastly, the funds from the Specialty Crop Block Grant award are also geared towards the research and growth of two specialty crops, sweet potato and sorrel, through the efforts of the Agricultural Experiment Station at the University of the Virgin Islands. With the research regarding which variation of seeds grows better within the Territory’s climate; the University of the Virgin Islands-Agricultural Experiment Station (UVI-AES) was able to provide farmers with tolerant sweet potato and sorrel seeds, even sorrel seeds that produce year-round and not just around Christmas time. Marketing and promotional activities to include the participation of the Taste of St. Croix Event, VIDOA’s open houses, and farmers/chef markets were held throughout the course of the program. There are no additional funds projected for this program for FY 2013.

VIDOA staff takes parts at the 2010 Taste of St. Croix Event promoting locally produced drinks.

Veterinary Services

The VIDOA – Veterinary Health Services Division is the recipient of three renewing USDA-Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) – Veterinary Services cooperative agreements, which all go towards the goal of creating and maintaining a healthy livestock and poultry population in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The first grant – Notifiable Avian Influenza (NAI) is tasked with testing the poultry stock of the USVI with avian influenza surveillance to combat the Bird Flu disease. Random testing is taken from farms, chicken coups, and recreational poultry owners to ensure the health of all poultry. Maintaining a negative and active testing program is imperative to protecting both the health of the community and the poultry population.

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VIDOA – Veterinary staff members Tyrone Lake and Trevor Aldridge test a chicken for avian influenza.

The second cooperative agreement – Foreign Animal Disease’s main focus is to educate farmers, poultry owners and the VI community to the threat of an animal disease outbreak. Some of the funding is used for media spots to educate the public regarding the threat and potential outcome of an animal disease outbreak.

VIDOA staff Ayanna Simon speaks at an Open House on the topic of Foreign Animal Health Disease.

The last cooperative agreement is the Animal Disease Traceability (ADT), which allows for tracking animals by farm plots and recording any potential situations that can lead to an outbreak of animal diseases. There are no additional funds projected for this program for FY 2013.

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VIDOA-VS staff Henry Prentice urges a cow to a better location on a farm.

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ARRA Federal Budget Orverview ARRA Federal Budget Overview

Office of the Governor

FY 2011 was the second year of the three year ARRA grants awarded to the Virgin Islands Energy Office (VIEO) from the Department of Energy. These grants totaled over $32 million. In FY 2011, VIEO expended over $16 million for ARRA projects. These programs are the ARRA State Energy Program, ARRA Weatherization Assistance Program, ARRA State Energy Efficiency Appliance Rebate Program, and the Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant Program. The accomplishments of these programs and the Grid Interconnection Feasibility Study are listed below.

ARRA State Energy Program: 3 Year Grant $20,678,000

In FY 2011, VIEO expended over $12 million of the $20 million awarded in Federal funding in FY 2009. The ARRA State Energy Program (SEP) is a three year grant which was to end in April 2012. However, in January of 2012, VIEO received a grant extension on the ARRA SEP Grant to September 2012. VIEO continues to assist and encourage territorial residents to reduce their energy consumption, purchase more energy efficient appliances and install renewable energy products. VIEO also used ARRA funds to stimulate the economy and promote job creation. All of the twelve (12) ARRA SEP Program measures will be completed by the end of FY 2012. Given below, is a synopsis of the various accomplishments for FY 2011.

The Discretionary Grant Program was awarded $1,000,000. Twenty-one non-profit organizations were awarded discretionary grants of up to $50,000, in the areas of building retrofits, solar outdoor lighting, and energy education outreach. The building retrofits have so far involved Solar Photovoltaic (PV), solar hot water, wind, efficient lighting, A/C and other equipment, lighting controls, insulation and radiant barriers. A total of 14 grant projects have been completed to-date yielding 142,829 square feet (sq. ft.) buildings retrofitted.

The Tropical Energy Implementation Program (ARRA SEP) was awarded $250,000. VIEO hosted multiple training sessions to educate the building industry professionals and develop the Department of Planning and Natural Resources’ (DPNR’s) staff expertise for the building energy plan reviews and inspections and other administrative purposes. A Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was executed with DPNR’s Building Permits Division (BPD). Through this program DPNR-BPD secured additional resources, specifically, two Building Energy Inspectors (1 in each district). Plans commenced to institute enforcement during the Spring of 2012; concurrently the draft energy code is been reviewed for additional modifications. The Solar Thermal Revolving Loan Program was awarded $2,346,940. Through an MOA with the Water and Power Authority and the Economic Development Authority, VIEO received 880 loan applications for solar water heaters and will process 869 for all four islands by the end of the grant. As of September 2011, VIEO closed 673 loans valued at $1,755,598.98.

The Renewable Energy Rebate Program was awarded $4,016,399. In FY 2011, VIEO disbursed 967 checks to eligible applicants in the amount of $2,777,168 for Solar Water Heaters, Photo Voltaic, Wind systems, and associated system components (i.e. batteries). The program guidelines allow for 50% rebate not to exceed $13,300 for the purchase of renewable energy systems sized up to 10 kW.

The Hybrid, Electric and High Efficiency Vehicle Rebate Program (ARRA SEP) was awarded $361,400 of the FY 2009 ARRA funding. During FY 2011, VIEO received approval from the Department of Energy to increase the program budget from $260,000 to $361,400. A total of 85 rebate checks were disbursed to residential, small businesses, and not-for-profits for the purchase of eligible vehicles.

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The Energy Star Appliance Rebate Program (ARRA SEP) was awarded $908,395 of the FY 2009 ARRA funding. In FY 2011, a total of 1,210 applications were processed and checks disbursed in the amount of $385,841.62.

The Energy Alliance Incentive Program (Virgin Islands Energy Alliance Program) was awarded $7,456,377 in ARRA funding. VIEO executed a contract with Energy Services Group to conduct comprehensive building energy audits and subsequently building retrofits in institutional buildings (public schools). Upon completion of the energy audits, eleven (11) schools were identified and retrofitting commenced and completed during FY 2011. Lighting and water conservation measures were installed which included standardized light fixtures, high efficiency lamps, ballasts, occupancy sensors, water valves in restrooms, efficient water fixtures, and installation of aerators. Projected annual financial savings for the Department of Education will exceed $1 million. Additionally, a University of the Virgin Islands/Virgin Islands Energy Office (UVI/VIEO) MOA was executed to utilize students for the field verification of the installations and some of the quality control.

Administrative Program Support (ARRA SEP) was awarded $2,838,917 of the FY 2009 ARRA funding. During FY 2011, staff continued to oversee the administration of all grant activities to include processing payment request, executing personnel actions as required, and executing and monitoring contracts and ensuring adherence to the grant terms and conditions, which include reporting requirements and participation in national calls, meetings, and seminars, etc. Staff also responded to local reporting requirements and legislative request.

The Solar Thermal Installers Training Program was awarded $300,000. Five (5) of five (5) cohorts have been completed. Each cohort consisted of four (4) parts. During the first phase the trainees learned construction basics which included measurement, safety, communication, rigging and small tools. Phase Two consisted of an on-line training course on solar water heating. In the third phase, prototype models of domestic solar water heaters were constructed in the lab. In the fourth and final phase, working field installations were placed throughout the community. A total of 53 trainees were certified territory-wide. Seven (7) trainees have found permanent employment with local companies installing solar water heaters. Most have used their training to secure other employment and others have obtained part-time and temporary jobs installing solar water heaters. A graduation ceremony was held for the St. Thomas trainees in FY 2011; industry vendors were invited and the trainees had their resumes on-hand at that time in an attempt to secure employment.

The Wind Resource Data Mapping Grant (ARRA State Energy Program) provided $242,839 of the FY 2009 ARRA funding. During FY 2011, Weatherflow was selected as the most responsive bidder for this project. Lease negotiations commenced with the four (4) property owners identified, and the site surveys and easement were completed. Survey maps were received along with procuring liability insurance. A budget increase was requested and approved by the Department of Energy, and the draft contract with Weatherflow was prepared and is going through the governmental review process; the proposed execution date was May 2012. Sites identified are as follow: St. Croix sites include Estate Longford and Robin Bay; and St. Thomas sites include Bovoni Long Point and Bovoni Parcel No. 17. A 60 meter anemometer and one (1) Sonic Detection and Ranging (SODAR) will be installed for the project.

The Public Education Outreach Program (ARRA SEP) was awarded $356,733 in FY 2009 ARRA funding. The activities included face-to-face meetings with residents, public presentations, printing and distributing fact sheets, YouTube video posting, providing videos to local TV stations, and posting information on websites, Twitter, and Facebook. Other activities involved newsletter mailings, writing press releases, and providing legislative presentations and presentations to professional, residential, and civic groups. Also, many commercials were produced for TV and radio stations. All markets were utilized. The newspapers – The VI Daily News, the St. Croix Avis and the Source all received and ran print advertisements. Face-to-face interaction included a presence at all Agriculture Fairs and informational outreach at post offices, WAPA offices, and shopping centers and malls. More than 10,000 fact sheets and monthly newsletters were distributed. The fact sheets contain information on energy savings, renewable energy, and water conservation. Additionally, over 20 videos were posted to YouTube which received about 2,000 views. The videos highlighted renewable energy projects and energy conservation.

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The Virgin Islands Energy Office’s webpage (www.vienergy.org) is constantly updated and averages over 5,000 visitors each month. Complementing the paid advertising campaign was a public relations campaign that helped members of the media get information to residents about energy issues. Along with press releases, there were press conferences and interviews with members of the media. It is estimated that 175 news articles and TV and radio broadcasts about energy were generated through these efforts.

The Solar Thermal in Moderate Housing Communities Program received $600,000 of the ARRA funding. Thirty (30) solar water heaters have been installed in new moderate income private homes: twenty four (24) at Calabash Boom on St. John, and six (6) at different locations on St. Croix.

ARRA State Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program - $104,000

VIEO was awarded $104,000 of ARRA funds under the State Energy Efficiency Appliance Rebate Program (SEEARP). The grant funds for SEEARP help to stimulate the economy and promote the purchase of energy efficient appliances. VIEO had until February of 2012 to utilize these funds. In FY 2011, the State Energy Efficiency Appliance Rebate Program processed one hundred eighty three (183) applications and disbursed checks in the amount of $63,510. To qualify for the rebate, residents had to purchase Energy Star qualified products from vendors in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and it was mandatory that the old units be recycled. The Virgin Islands Energy Office covered the disposal cost of the old unit indirectly to St. Croix residents by contracting the service, and provided an additional recycling fee directly to St. Thomas and St. John residents with proof of disposal from the V.I. Waste Management Authority.

ARRA Weatherization Assistance Program 3 Year Grant- $1,827,182

The Virgin Islands Energy Office received Federal funding of $1,827,182 for the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) under ARRA in FY 2009. This funding is for a period of three years and was expected to expire in March 2012. However, in January of 2012, VIEO received a grant extension on the ARRA WAP Grant to December 2012. This program funded the installation of a number of energy efficiency appliances in the homes of low income VI residents to include the following: energy efficient refrigerators, Compact Florescent Lighting (CFLs), water heater timers, aerators, low flow showerheads, and power strips. In FY 2012, VIEO will have completed installations in 700 homes.

The Weatherization Assistance Program was awarded $1,827,182 of the ARRA WAP. To-date, 319 homes have been weatherized and 227 homes are still in progress, leading towards the target of 700 homes for the Territory.

ARRA Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant - $9,593,500

The Virgin Islands Energy Office was awarded $9,593,500 in FY 2009 for the ARRA Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG). This grant expired in September of 2010 and was provided to assist the Territorial governments in implementing strategies to:  Reduce fossil fuel emissions  Reduce total energy use  Improve energy efficiency in the transportation, building, and other appropriate sectors  Accelerate the deployment of market-ready distributed renewable energy technologies.

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The projects implemented based on this award include the following: Light Emitting Diode (LED) street lighting upgrades ($2,500,000), a landfill gas to energy system ($3,014,046), airport photovoltaic energy system installation at the Cyril E. King Airport ($2,949,000), LED traffic signal light retrofits and solar lighting ($964,955), and development of an energy action plan ($165,499) to implement the Virgin Islands Comprehensive Energy Strategy and sections of Act 7075, which was approved by the Governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands on July 3, 2009. The Act amended Title 12 of the Virgin Islands Code, adding Chapter 23 relating to renewable, alternative energy, and energy efficiency; and provides incentives that are important to the future development of the Virgin Islands. All projects are on schedule to be completed in FY 2012.

The Virgin Islands Energy Office, Energy Action Plan was awarded $165,499 under EECBG. This project is made up of two (2) activities. The first is the implementation of a Government Energy Demand Reduction Program. The plan is to establish Facility Energy Managers for all government facilities. The managers will monitor energy use and oversee the implementation of energy conservation measures. The program would also entail the development and implementation of energy conservation building codes. Finally, the first activity would involve using Energy Service Companies to assist the government in financing and installing energy conservation measures in government buildings.

The second activity involves the creation of a Comprehensive Energy Action Plan for the Territory. Under this plan, the Virgin Islands Energy Office would partner with other agencies or government entities to develop a master energy reduction plan for the Territory.

The V.I. Government entered into a partnership with the National Renewable Energy Labs to get the Virgin Islands involved in the Energy Development in Independent Islands (EDIN) Program. The EDIN partnership has developed a plan to achieve a 60% reduction in fossil fuel use by 2025. Work on implementing the EDIN plan is on-going.

The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA), LED Street Lighting Upgrade Project was awarded $2,500,000 under EECBG. VIEO through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Water and Power Authority monitors this project programmatically and financially. This project is made up of two activities. The first activity involved replacing 972 High Pressure Sodium (HPS) street lights with LED street lights to reduce the power consumption of the lights. Each LED street light uses less than half of the power of the HPS light it replaces. The second activity involved the installation of a Street Light Management System throughout the Territory. The system will notify WAPA personnel of any street lights that are on during the day and allow the authority to turn off the light remotely. The system also provides notification of any light that is not working at night and graphically shows where the failed light is. This allows repair crews to go directly to the failed light and not have to drive around at night looking for failed lights. All 972 LED street lights have been installed. Installation of the Street Light Management System has been completed on St. John and is underway on St. Croix and St. Thomas.

The Department of Public Works (DPW), Traffic Signal Lighting Retrofit Project was awarded $964,955 under EECBG. VIEO through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with DPW monitors this project programmatically and financially. This project is made up of four (4) activities. The first activity is the replacement of incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs in all of the traffic signal lights throughout the Territory. The existing 135 watt incandescent bulbs are being replaced with 7 watt LED bulbs. Not only will the LED bulbs reduce energy consumption, but they will also last significantly longer, thereby reducing maintenance cost. The second activity is the replacement of High Pressure Sodium street lights with LED street lights at all of the signalized intersections throughout the Territory. The existing 250 watt HPS lights are to be replaced with 120 watt LED lights. The third activity is the replacement of High Pressure Sodium street lights with LED street lights at five (5) Government owned parking lots. The fourth activity is the replacement of the existing lights on the Christiansted Boardwalk with solar powered lights.

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The LED signal bulbs have all been received and are being installed. The LED street lights for the intersections have been ordered. Request for Proposals (RFPs) for the two remaining projects should be completed shortly.

The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA), Airport Photovoltaic (PV) Energy Installation Project was awarded $2,949,000 under EECBG. VIEO through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with VIPA monitors this project programmatically and financially. The project was for the installation of a Photo Voltaic (PV) System to reduce the energy bills for the VIPA at the Cyril E. King Airport. The system is rated at 450kW and is connected to WAPA as part of a net-metering agreement. The array is ground mounted and is made up of over 1800 PV panels. The power output from the PV panels is fed into the grid via two grid-interactive inverters, one rated at 135kW and one rated at 250kW. The array is designed to withstand 150 mph winds.

During FY 2011, VIEO completed the largest PV System in the Caribbean (450kW), on time and on budget. The system is working and providing savings for VIPA.

The Waste Management Authority (WMA), Landfill Gas to Energy Project was awarded $3,014,046 under EECBG. VIEO through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the VI Waste Management Authority monitors this project programmatically and financially. This project will install a landfill gas to energy system at the Bovoni landfill on St. Thomas. The methane gas that is presently being collected and flared will be used to power two (2) 815kW generators when the project is fully completed. The two (2) generators and control equipment will be located in the building that is presently under construction just south of the flare system. The power from the generators will be used to power several VIWMA buildings nearby, and any excess power will be fed into the WAPA grid. VIPA would be paid for the power fed into the grid through a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with WAPA and those funds would be used to help pay the electrical bills from other VIWMA facilities throughout the Territory. The first generator is to be installed by the end of June 2012. The second generator will be installed in the future once the landfill is fully capped and there is additional methane available.

The construction of the generator building is underway. The generators and other necessary equipment have been ordered and are being manufactured. Negotiations between VIWMA and WAPA to develop a PPA have been initiated.

Grid Interconnection Feasibility Study Grant: $594,688

The VIEO received a congressionally earmarked grant. The Grid Interconnection Feasibility Study Grant was awarded in the amount of $594,688 to conduct a study to determine if it was technically feasible to connect the electrical grids of the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. This was not an ARRA Grant and this project was completed in FY 2011.

VIEO through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the V.I. Water and Power Authority monitored this project programmatically and financially. The project was to produce a study to determine if it was technically feasible to connect the Virgin Islands’ and Puerto Rico’s electrical grids. If it was found to be technically feasible, then estimates to determine what equipment would be needed, approximately how much the connection would cost, how much fuel WAPA could save, and whether such a connection would allow WAPA to increase the amount of renewable energy it could incorporate into its grid would all have to be established.

The feasibility study was completed during FY 2011 and it was determined that it is feasible to connect the grids (V.I. and Puerto Rico), and that such a connection could reduce WAPA’s energy use. The study also found that the connection would also allow WAPA to incorporate more renewable energy into its grid.

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Department of Labor

The Virgin Islands Department of Labor received funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) in FY 2009. The department received funding under Employment Service and Workforce Investment Act (WIA). Funding received under these programs was used to help stimulate the economy by stabilizing the workforce. As of April 2012, the unemployment rate in the Virgin Islands was 9.3%. Unemployment Insurance monies were used to provide extended unemployment compensation to those claimants who were still unemployed. Employment Service funding was used to ensure that all UI claimants receive all the necessary services to once again become a part of the workforce. Training services were provided to adults, dislocated workers, and youths to help them attain the necessary occupational skills for employment. Additionally, youths are assisted in acquiring their General Educational Development (GED) certificate. This is all accomplished through the programs under the Workforce Investment Act.

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Department of Education

The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) received a Consolidated Grant to Outlying Areas under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) in the amount of $13,301,161. VIDE received the funds in two allocations. The first portion of the funds was provided to the Territory on March 11, 2010. The second half of the ARRA funds was released on September 25, 2010. The State Program utilized 15% of the funds and sub-granted the remaining 85% of the funds to both districts in the Territory. The districts used the funds to implement programs that were tied to improving student achievement (this includes non-public schools). With these funds, the state provided additional assistance to district programs by supporting supplemental services provided by the LEAs. The funding received from the Federal Government was directed towards providing supplemental support services for students in the Virgin Islands, territory-wide.

Funds set aside for State Administration allowed VIDE to ensure that funds under this part are spent with transparency and in an efficient manner. The State Administration monitored spending and the implementation of activities, and ensured that all required reports for programs were completed. The State Administration in collaboration with Program Managers prepared and submitted monthly reports to the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) and quarterly 1512 Reports via FederalReporting.Gov.

State Wide Initiatives allowed VIDE to complete work under the Curriculum and Instruction Program such as the completion of the design and administration of a Science assessment instrument; completion of the Virgin Islands Territorial Assessment of Learning (VITAL-A) to meet the student data reporting requirements for Special Education Programs; review and revision of the Academic Content Standards; development of a curriculum with 481

appropriate formative assessments; and provision of additional support to students, as well as SAT preparation courses to students in both districts.

Additionally, other state initiatives included the Instructional Technology Program, which used funds to design an education website/portal solution to make finding useful information and accessing online documentation easier for parents, students, teachers, organizations and other stakeholders.

The Planning, Research and Evaluation Program provided for the groundwork for an improved automated data verification and certification system which improves data quality.

The Dropout Prevention Project was implemented to assist VIDE in identifying practices and policies that decrease the likelihood for students with certain specific risk factors to drop out of school.

The Teacher Qualification Project provided opportunities for teachers to enroll in programs, courses or workshops to enhance their effectiveness, in order to lead to certification and highly qualified status.

The districts utilized these Title-V A Funds to provide the following services: Reading and Math Intervention Services; Extended learning time opportunities; College and Career Readiness activities such as PSAT and SAT preparation; services for truancy and drop-out prevention, including the provision of support services for at-risk students to provide individual and group instruction and guidance to students on various career choices, knowledge, basic skills, attitudes and requirements necessary to be college and/or work ready; summer Science, math and technology-related courses, career-technical education courses; provision of on-line learning opportunities to promote students’ use of technology; on-going training and support to teachers, support staff and School Administrators in effective strategies to improve teaching and learning in literacy, math, Science, technology integration, and online instruction, use of research-based practices supported by data to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate programs to improve student achievement; and equitable services to non-public schools.

ARRA Special ED

Federal dollars were allocated to assist states in providing Special Education and related services to children with disabilities in accordance with Part B of IDEA. This VIDE program gave the Office of Special Education the opportunity to target students with special needs, as well as those at risk for dropout, suspension and expulsion. Programs were held in four schools, two in the St. Thomas-St. John District and two in the St. Croix District.

The funding from this program was earmarked for the Career Academy. The academy’s intention is to assist the Virgin Islands in providing Special Education related services to children with disabilities. The project provided support to students in order to gain necessary skills and provided exposure to various career opportunities to develop a desire to graduate and focus on planning for post school. Educators utilized strategies and techniques to enhance the learning and effectives for all students. The Virgin Islands Department of Education Career Academy focused on three outcome domains: staying in school, progressing in school, and ultimately graduating.

The Career Academy is now a year-round program. It integrates the Virgin Islands Curriculum Based Standards to ensure a higher quality education is attainable for children in the public school system. The program will continue to address student’s risk factors, such as the individual, the family, and the community, in educational context.

SFSF

These funds were used for several initiatives. One of which was for a Teacher Retention Project to eliminate pending layoffs and meet contractual agreements by recovering budget shortfalls. Additional projects included the Modernizing, Renovating, and Repairing Public Educational Facilities Project with a set-aside of total funds to 482

provide ‘state of the art’ Science laboratories in junior high/middle schools and high schools which will allow teachers to actively engage students in the highest levels of thinking and learning, while utilizing both their minds and hands as they engage in real-time and virtual experiments. Funds were also used for a School Safety Project to support the purchase of up-to-date infrared camera security systems. The cameras will help to reduce incidents of violence and property destruction during school hours and in the evenings. The Special Education Co-Teaching Professional Development Project utilized SFSF funds to institute a co-teaching service delivery model to promote inclusive practices and appropriate education services for students with disabilities and other special needs. St. Croix Procurement Office Upgrade and Relocation Project allowed for hiring a Warehouse Manager to ensure the effective management of personal property in the St. Croix District. This individual ensures that the goods are received, processed, tagged, included in the physical inventory, and disseminated to the St. Croix schools. In addition, the Warehouse Manager performs required inventories as mandated by law. The Warehouse Manager works with the current warehouse staff to ensure that grantor agency complete within the required timelines in accordance with the current Property and Procurement manual and VIDE’s policies and procedures.

Department of Public Works

Under the provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009, the Department of Public Works (DPW) received Federal funding in the amount of $10,692,498 in FY 2009 and $10,307,502 in FY 2010 through the Highway Planning and Construction Grant. Funding also became available in FY 2009 through the Urbanized Area Formula Grant with $1,284,112 and the Construction Grants for Wastewater Treatment Works totaling $1,962,700.

The Highway Planning and Construction Grant provided funding to support various highway construction and safety projects throughout the Virgin Islands. DPW committed its FY 2009 and 2010 ARRA allotments to start-up a number of projects throughout the Territory, $5,537,155 of which was transferred to the Eastern Federal Lands Highway Division (EFLHD) to finance construction of the Long Bay Road Project on St. Thomas. The remaining $15,462,845 was programmed and authorized as follows:

1. Improvements from Peter’s Rest to Contentment Road on St. Croix: $4,859,669 2. Phase II improvements to Route 104 Gift Hill Road from Westin Hotel to Susannaburg on St. John: $4,782,469 3. Red Hook sidewalk and drainage improvements on St. Thomas: $1,050,360 4. Acquisition of two (2), 150 to 300-passenger ferry boats for the St. Thomas/St. John ferry service: $3,000,000

5. Road safety improvement efforts on the islands of St. Thomas and St. Croix, respectively: $951,216 and $819,131

The Urbanized Area Formula Grant provided funding to rehabilitate and reconstruct sixty-three (63) bus shelters and to install approximately six hundred (600) bus signs throughout the Territory. Funding under this program provided the Virgin Islands with the opportunity to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) rules and regulations regarding accessibility, specifically for persons with disabilities. In FY 2011, DPW constructed forty-one (41) accessible bus shelters. The funding in the amount of $1,284,112 received in FY 2009 is available until FY 2015.

The Construction Grants for Wastewater Treatment Works funding is used to preserve and create jobs and promote economic recovery through investment in infrastructure projects that will improve water quality and provide long-term economic benefits. The agreement provides further financial assistance for the construction of municipal wastewater treatment facilities that are required to meet state and Federal water quality standards. The award of $1,962,700 received in FY 2009 is managed by the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA). Funding is directed as follows to various wastewater treatment construction programs territory-wide: 1) 483

$983,024 for the Bovoni Pump Station Project on St. Thomas, 2) $576,500 for the Weymouth Rhymer Project on St. Thomas, and 3) $403,176 for the Estate Mon Bijou Project on St. Croix. Funding is available until FY 2012.

Department of Health

America Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) funding received by the Department of Health covers Health Information Technology and public Health and the State Grants to Promote Health Information Technology. Both of the Health Information Technology Programs established activities to support meaningful use of electronic health records through two-way communications between clinicians and national, state, and local public health entities. These programs will promote the electronic movement and use of health information among organizations using nationally recognized interoperability standards.

Department of Human Services

Under the provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009, DHS received the ARRA - Child Care Development Block Grant for $1,773,305, the ARRA - Strengthening Communities Fund Grant for $250,000, and the ARRA - Emergency Contingency Fund for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) State Program Grant for $887,273. Funding from these grants was made available until FY 2011.

The ARRA - Child Care Development Block Grant of $1,773,305 allowed DHS to further expand its services by an additional one hundred (100) children in the Territory, to acquire a new automated management information system to administer the Child Care Subsidy Program, and to design and implement a Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS). The QRIS will improve the quality of Early Child Care Education throughout the Territory.

The ARRA - Strengthening Communities Fund Grant of $250,000 provided the Virgin Islands the opportunity to provide non-profit organizations with additional technical assistance to foster the Territory’s efforts to develop and strengthen Virgin Islands communities to meet economic challenges. Technical assistance was provided through a variety of approaches to include non-profit management courses, Board of Directors training, individual consultation for nonprofit organizations with programmatic and financial needs, high-level education for Executive Directors, and workshops to increase awareness about other ARRA opportunities and public benefits.

The ARRA - Emergency Contingency Fund for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) State Program Grant of $887,273 enabled DHS to implement a Subsidized Employment Program, allowing TANF recipients to obtain full time employment in private non-profit and public agencies. The program was designed to provide recipients with valuable work experience and to assist them in their efforts to secure unsubsidized employment in the future.

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Description of Federal Grants Acronyms DESCRIPTION OF FEDERAL GRANTS ACRONYMS

AAMVA American Association of Motor Vehicles Administrators EECBG Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant ACA Affordable Care Act EEMP East End Marine Park ADA American with Disabilities Act EEVE Electronic Veriffication of Vital Events ADB Assessment Database EEZ Exclusive Econmic Zone ADT Animal Disease Traceability EFC Expected Family Contribution AFDC Aid to Families with Dependent Children EFLHD Eastern Federal Lands Highway Division AP Advance Placement ELL English Language Learning APC Areas of Particular Concern EMPG Emergency Management Performance Grant APHIS Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service EMS Emergency Medical Service ARNG Army Reserve National Guard EMSPCR Emergency Medical Services Patient Care Reporting ARRA American Recovery and Reinvestment Act EPA Environmental Protection Agency ASSP After School Snack Program ERP Enterprise Resource Planning Association of State and Territorial Solid ASTSWMO Waste Management Officials ESIP Education School Improvement Process AUR Automated Under-reporter ETC Education and Training Center BER Bureau of Economic Research EUDL Enforcing Underage Drinking Laws BIT Bureau of Information Technology FAD Fish Aggregating Devices BJA Bureau of Justice Assistance FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid BMV Bureau of Motor Vehicles FBI Federal Investigation Bureau BOC Bureau of Corrections FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency BPD Building Permits Division FFVP Fresh Fruits and Vegetable Program CAA Clean Air Act FFY Federal Fiscal Year CACFP Child and Adult Care Food Program FHWA Federal Highway Administration CAP Corrective Action Plan FRC Family Resource Center CCTV Closed-Circuit Television FY Fiscal Year CEDS Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy GCC Governance Coordinating Committee CEI Compliance Evaluation Inspection GED General Educational Development CEPD Caribbean Environmental Protection Division GIS Geographic Information Systems CES Current Employment Statistics GPWSTYG Grove Place Weed and Seed Teen Youth Group CFMC Caribbean Fisheries Management Council GSMFC Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commercial CIL Cash In-Lieu GVI Government of the Virgin Islands CJC Criminal Justice Complex HAZUS Hazards United States CMS Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services HIDTA High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas CN Child Nutrition HPF Historic Preservation Fund COPS Community-Oriented Policing Services HPS High pressure Sodium CRE Coordianted Review Effort HSGP Homeland Security Grant Program CSI Compliance Sampling Inspection ICIS Integrated Compliance Information System CTP Cooperative Technical Partners IDEA Individuals with Disabilities Education Act CWA Clean Water Act IITF International Institute of Tropical Forestry CZM Coastal Zone Management IRS Internal Revenue Service DEE Division of Environmental Enforcement JABG Juvenile Accountability Block Grant DEP Division of Environmental Protection JAG Byrne/Justice Assistance Grant DFW Division of Fish and Wildlife JEA Joint Enforcement Agreement DHPR Department of Housing, Parks, and Recreation JJDP Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention DHS Department of Human Service JJSAG Juvenile Justice State Advisory Group DL/ID Driver's License/Identification JOBS Jobs Opportunity and Basic Skills DMC Disproportionate Minority Confinement KWH Kilowatt Hours DMRs Discharge Monitoring Reports LBJ Lyndon Baines Johnson DOA Department of Agriculture LEAP Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership DOE Department of Education LED Light Emitting Diode DOI Department of Interior LEPC Law Enforcement Planning Commission DOJ Department of Justice LRE Least Restrictive Environment DOL Department of Labor LSTA Library Services and Technology Act DOT Department of Transportation LVER Local Veterans Employment Representative DPNR Department of Planning and Natural Resources LWCF Land & Water Conservation Fund DPW Department of Public Works MAP Medical Assistance Program DSO Deinstitutionalization of Status Offenders MCA Master Coopeartive Agreement DUI Driving Under the Influence MCH Maternal and Child Health DWCIG Drinking Water Capital Improvement Grants MCSAP Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program EA Emergency Assistance MMUCC Model Minimum Uniform Crash Criteria EAID Election Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities MOA Memorandum of Agreement ECM Enterprise Content Manager NAAQS National Ambient Air Quality Standards ECR Electronic Crash Reporting NAI Notifiable Avian Influenza EDA Economic Development Administration NASRO National Association of School Resource Officers EDIN Energy Development in Independent Islands NCIC National Crime Information Center

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DESCRIPTION OF FEDERAL GRANTS ACRONYMS

NEMSIS National Emergency Medical Service Information System SMI School Meal Initiative NFIP National Flood Insurance Program SMP Special Milk Program NHTSA National Highway Traffic Safety Administration SNAP Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program NMFS National Marine Fishery Service SODAR Sonic Detection and Ranging NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration SOP Standard Operationg Procedure NOC Natioanl Ocean Council SORNA Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act NSLP National School Lunch Program SORT Special Operations Response Team OEO Office of Economic Opportunity SSOLV Social Security Online Verification OES Occupational Employment Statistics STATS Standardized Automated Time and Attendance System OIA Office of Insular Affairs STD Sexually Transmitted Diseases OIG Office of the Inspector General STEER St. Thomas East End Reserves OJJDP Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention SWAP State Wildlife Action Plan OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration TANF Temporary Assistance for Needy Families OTAG Office of the Adjutant General TB Tuberculosis P&P Property and Procurement TEFAP The Emergency Food Assistance Program PATH Project for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness TMDL Total Maximum Daily Load PCSE Paternity & Child Support Enforcement TNC The Nature Conservancy PDF Potable Document Format TOP Teens on Point PPA Power Purchase Agreement TPDES Territorial Pollutant Discharge Elimination System PPG Performance Partnership Grant TSORS Tribe & Territory Sexual Offender Registry System PPL Project Priority List TVIL Trust of Virgin Islands Lands PPS Project Priority System U&CF Urban & Community Forestry PREP Personal Responsibility Education Program UI Unemployment Insurance PSAT Preliminary "SAT" USCG United States Coast Guard PSI Pump Station Inspections USDA United States Department of Agriculture PV Photovoltaic USDE United States Department of Education QCEW Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages USFWS United States Fish and Wildlife Services QLH Queen Louise Home UST Underground Storage Tank QRIS Quality Rating Improvement System USVI United States Virgin Islands R&R Rules and Regulations UVI University of the Virgin Islands RBS Recreational Boating Safety UVI-AES University of the Virgin Islands-Agricultural Experiment Station RCCIs Residential Child Care Institutions VAWA Violence Against Women Act RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act VCP Volunteer Clean-up Program REAL ID Real Identification VIDE Virgin Islands Department of Education RFP Request for Proposal VIDOA Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture ROP RegionalOcean Partnerships VIEO Virgin Islands Energy Office RPG Report Program Generator VIFS Virgin Islands Fire Services RSAT Residential Substance Abuse Treatment VING Virgin Islands National Guard RSVP Retired and Senior Volunteer Program VIPA Virgin Islands Port Authority RTI Regional Training Institute VIPD Virgin Islands Police Department RTI Response to Intervention VISHIP Virgin Islands State Health Insurance Assistance Program SAE State Administrative Expenxe VISHPO Virgin Islands State Historic Preservation Office SAF State Adminstrtive Fund VITAL-A Virgin Islands Territorial Assessment of Learning SAR Student Aid Report VITAX Virgin Islands Tax (System) SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test, 1993 renamed "SAT 1" VITEMA Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency SAVE Systematic Alien Veriffication and Entitlement VIWAPA Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority SBP School Breakfast Program VIWMA Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority SCAAP State Criminal Alien Assistance Program VOCA Victims of Crime Assistance SCSEP Senior Community Services Employment Program WAP Weatherization Assistance Program SEAMAP South East Area Monitoring and Assessment Program WIA Workforce Investment Act SEEARP State Energy Efficiency Appliance Rebate Program WIC Women, Infants and Children SEV Single Event Violation WOTC Work Opportunity Tax Credit SFA School Food Authorities WPCP Water Polution Control Program SFC Sergeant First Class WQMP Water Quality Management Projects SFSF State Fiscal Stabilization Fund WQX Water Quality Exchange

SFSP Summer Food Service Program WWTP Wastewater Treatment Plant SHIP State Health Insurance Program YRC Youth Rehabilitation Center SIG State Incentive Grant

SLEAP Supplemental Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership The Sex Offender Sentencing, Monitoring, Apprehending, SMART Registering, and Tracking Grant

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LISTING OF FEDERAL GRANTS - 2013

CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

ORG 110 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

16.742 PAUL COVERDELL FORENSIC SCIENCE IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM - - 202,914 - - 202,914 FORMULA - PAUL COVERDELL - 140,397 202,914

16.750 SUPPORT FOR ADAM WALSH ACT IMPLEMENTATION GRANT PROGRAM 268,032 - 400,000 - - 400,000 PROJECT - ADAM WALSH 103,042 199,658 400,000

16.816 JOHN R. JUSTICE PROSECUTORS AND DEFENDERS INCENTIVE ACT - 100,843 - - 100,843 - FORMULA - JOHN R. JUSTICE - 100,843 -

93.563 CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT 4,860,535 4,495,139 4,500,586 3,526,477 4,495,139 4,500,586 FORMULA - CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT 3,526,477 4,495,139 4,500,586

93.597 GRANTS TO STATES FOR ACCESS & VISITATION PROGRAMS 100,000 100,000 100,000 - - - PROJECT - ACCESS & VISITATION 69,449 100,000 100,000

HIGH INTENSITY DRUG TRAFFICKING AREA 165,297 - 111,581 - - 111,581 HIGH INTENSITY DRUG TRAFFICKING AREA - 165,297 111,581

TOTAL ORG 110 AWARDS 5,393,864 4,695,982 5,315,081 TOTAL ORG 110 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 3,526,477 4,595,982 5,215,081 TOTAL ORG 110 EXPENDITURES 3,698,968 5,201,334 5,315,081

ORG 150 BUREAU OF CORRECTIONS

15.875 ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES - - 400,000 - - 400,000 PROJECT - ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES - - 400,000

16.606 STATE CRIMINAL ALIEN ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SCAAP) 605,649 112,202 - 201,757 80,000 - DIRECT PAYMENT - SCAAP 201,757 579,600 32,202

TOTAL ORG 150 AWARD 605,649 112,202 400,000 TOTAL ORG 150 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 201,757 80,000 400,000 TOTAL ORG 150 EXPENDITURES 201,757 579,600 432,202

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LISTING OF FEDERAL GRANTS - 2013

CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

ORG 200 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

11.302 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT-SUPPORT FOR PLANNING ORGANIZATIONS 52,319 - - 5,500 - - PROJECT - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT-SUPPORT FOR PLANNING ORGANIZATIONS 5,500 46,819 -

81.041 STATE ENERGY PROGRAM 120,000 220,000 155,000 25,617 220,000 155,000 FORMULA - STATE ENERGY PROGRAM 77,985 314,383 155,000

81.042 WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - 320,281 56,290 - 162,131 - FORMULA - WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 75,123 255,837 158,150

93.525 STATE PLANNING AND ESTABLISHMENT GRANTS FOR THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT (ACA) EXCHANGES 1,000,000 - 50,912 14,428 - - COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS - ACA 14,428 934,660 50,912

TOTAL ORG 200 AWARD 1,172,319 540,281 262,202 TOTAL ORG 200 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 45,545 382,131 155,000 TOTAL ORG 200 EXPENDITURES 173,036 1,551,699 364,062 * CARRY-FORWARD FUNDS FOR PERSONNEL SERVICES

ORG 220 DIVISION OF PERSONNEL

15.875 ECONOMIC, SOCIAL AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES ------PROJECT - ECONOMIC, SOCIAL AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES - 300,000 -

TOTAL ORG 220 AWARD - - - TOTAL ORG 220 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 220 EXPENDITURES - 300,000 -

ORG 230 VIRGIN ISLANDS TERRITORIAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

11.555 PUBLIC SAFETY INTEROPERABLE COMMUNICATIONS GRANT PROGRAM ------PROJECT - PUBLIC SAFETY INTEROPERABLE COMMUNICATION 56,850 - -

93.008 MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS SMALL GRANT PROGRAM ------COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT - MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS SMALL GRANT PROGRAM 2,311 12,689 5,000

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

97.029 FLOOD MITIGATION ASSISTANCE - - 112,500 - - 112,500 PROJECT - FLOOD MITIGATION ASSISTANCE - - 112,500

97.042 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANTS (EMPG) 894,928 892,007 919,000 190,696 446,004 919,000 FORMULA - EMPG 455,489 1,120,236 1,365,003

97.047 PRE-DISASTER MITIGATION (PDM) ------PROJECT - PDM 631,957 4,896,147 -

97.055 INTEROPERABLE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS ------PROJECT - INTEROPERABLE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS 23,065 134,304 35,000

97.067 HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT PROGRAM - 1,184,728 640,301 - 535,000 640,301 FORMULA - HOMELAND SECURITY 1,042,022 2,478,188 1,989,942

97.078 BUFFER ZONE PROTECTION PROGRAM ------PROJECT - BUFFER ZONE PROTECTION - 200,000 -

97.082 EARTHQUAKE CONSORTIUM 46,000 46,000 - 3,500 33,000 - PROJECT - EARTHQUAKE CONSORTIUM 3,500 49,263 39,237

97.092 REPETITIVE FLOOD CLAIMS - - 637,500 - - 637,500 PROJECT - REPETITIVE FLOOD CLAIMS - - 637,500

TOTAL ORG 230 AWARDS 940,928 2,122,735 2,309,301 TOTAL ORG 230 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 194,196 1,014,004 2,309,301 TOTAL ORG 230 EXPENDITURES 2,215,194 8,890,827 4,184,182

ORG 240 VIRGIN ISLANDS FIRE SERVICES

10.664 COOPERATIVE FORESTRY ASSISTANCE ------FORMULA - COOPERATIVE FORESTRY ASSISTANCE 204,844 370,000 -

TOTAL ORG 240 AWARDS - - - TOTAL ORG 240 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 240 EXPENDITURES 204,844 370,000 -

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

ORG 280 OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL

12.401 MASTER COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT 4,925,834 4,055,920 5,354,486 4,287,729 4,055,920 5,354,486 PROJECT - MASTER COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT 4,287,729 4,055,920 5,354,486

TOTAL ORG 280 AWARD 4,925,834 4,055,920 5,354,486 TOTAL ORG 280 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 4,287,729 4,055,920 5,354,486 TOTAL ORG 280 EXPENDITURES 4,287,729 4,055,920 5,354,486

ORG 300 OFFICE OF THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR

15.875 ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES ------PROJECT - ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES - 63,985 -

93.511 AFORDABLE CARE ACT - GRANTS TO STATES FOR HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUM REVIEW 1,000,000 - - - - - PROJECT - AFORDABLE CARE ACT - GRANTS TO STATES FOR HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUM - 405,084 594,916

93.519 AFFORDABLE CARE ACT - CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM GRANTS 149,880 - - - - - PROJECT - AFFORDABLE CARE ACT - CONSUMER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM GRANTS - 148,676 -

93.779 CENTER FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES RESARCH, DEMONSTRATIONS & EVALUATIONS 41,275 41,275 41,275 21,848 2,860 41,275 PROJECT - CENTER FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES 21,848 22,287 41,275

TOTAL ORG 300 AWARD 1,191,155 41,275 41,275 TOTAL ORG 300 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 21,848 2,860 41,275 TOTAL ORG 300 EXPENDITURES 21,848 640,032 636,191

ORG 310 VIRGIN ISLANDS ELECTION SYSTEM

93.617 VOTING ACCESS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES 100,000 - - - - - FORMULA - VOTING ACCESS - 129,660 100,000

TOTAL ORG 310 AWARD 100,000 - - TOTAL ORG 310 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 310 EXPENDITURES - 129,660 100,000

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

ORG 330 BOARD OF EDUCATION

84.069A LEVERAGING EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PARTNERSHIP ------FORMULA - LEVERAGING EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PARTNERSHIP 5,913 - -

84.069B SPECIAL LEVERAGING EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PARTNERSHIP ------FORMULA - SPECIAL LEVERAGING EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PARTNERSHIP 8,064 - -

84.378A COLLEGE ACCESS CHALLENGE GRANT PROGRAM 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 - - - FORMULA - COLLEGE ACCESS CHALLENGE GRANT PROGRAM 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000

TOTAL ORG 330 AWARD 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 TOTAL ORG 330 EXPENDITURES ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 330 EXPENDITURES 1,013,977 1,000,000 1,000,000

ORG 340 BUREAU OF INTERNAL REVENUE

15.875 ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, & POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES 1,149,000 175,000 - 23,621 - - PROJECT - ECONOMIC, SOCIAL & POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES 603,387 737,000 913,000

TOTAL ORG 340 AWARD 1,149,000 175,000 - TOTAL ORG 340 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 23,621 - - TOTAL ORG 340 EXPENDITURES 603,387 737,000 913,000

ORG 360 BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLE

97.089 REAL ID PROGRAM 684,804 - - - - - PROJECT - REAL ID PROGRAM 355,199 1,929,392 33,676

TOTAL ORG 360 AWARD 684,804 - - TOTAL ORG 360 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 360 EXPENDITURES 355,199 1,929,392 33,676

491

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

ORG 370 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

17.002 LABOR FORCE STATISTICS 366,335 363,324 363,324 355,774 363,324 363,324 PROJECT - LABOR FORCE STATISTICS 355,774 363,324 363,324

17.005 COMPENSATION AND WORKING CONDITIONS 57,000 57,000 57,000 54,700 57,000 57,000 PROJECT - COMPENSATION AND WORKING CONDITIONS 54,700 57,000 57,000

17.207 EMPLOYMENT SERVICE/WAGNER-PEYSER FUNDED ACTIVITIES 1,469,756 1,466,984 1,466,984 1,071,046 714,756 1,466,984 FORMULA - EMPLOYMENT SERVICE/WAGNER-PEYSER FUNDED ACTIVITIES 1,071,046 1,080,777 2,219,212

17.225 UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE 1,922,680 1,728,957 2,147,734 1,777,487 1,667,777 2,147,734 FORMULA - UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE 1,777,487 1,702,476 2,208,914

17.235 SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM 1,350,956 1,010,475 1,010,475 995,874 1,010,475 1,010,475 FORMULA - SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM 995,874 1,365,557 1,010,475

17.258 WIA ADULT PROGRAM 1,053,115 802,630 802,630 1,009,887 648,781 802,630 FORMULA - WIA ADULT PROGRAM 1,009,887 807,898 2,100,232

17.259 WIA YOUTH ACTIVITIES 484,552 482,103 482,103 272,993 - 482,103 FORMULA - WIA YOUTH ACTIVITIES 272,993 - 482,103

17.260 WIA DISLOCATED WORKERS 651,032 661,650 661,650 604,419 - 661,650 FORMULA - WIA DISLOCATED WORKERS 604,419 - 661,650

17.271 WORK OPPORTUNITY TAX CREDIT PROGRAM (WOTC) 20,000 20,000 20,000 - 10,000 20,000 FORMULA - WOTC - 20,000 30,000

17.273 TEMPORARY LABOR CERTIFICATION FOR FOREIGN WORKERS 67,740 73,887 73,887 - 14,777 73,887 FORMULA - TEMPORARY LABOR CERTIFICATION FOR FOREIGN WORKERS - 14,777 132,997

17.503 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STATE PROGRAM 235,658 202,100 202,100 235,658 175,850 202,100 PROJECT - OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAM 235,658 175,850 228,350

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

17.804 LOCAL VETERANS' EMPLOYMENT REPRESENTATIVE PROGRAM 58,000 45,000 59,000 58,000 45,000 59,000 FORMULA - LOCAL VETERANS' EMPLOYMENT REPRESENTATIVE PROGRAM 58,000 45,000 59,000

TOTAL ORG 370 AWARDS 7,736,824 6,914,110 7,346,887 TOTAL ORG 370 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 6,435,838 4,707,740 7,346,887 TOTAL ORG 370 EXPENDITURES 6,435,838 5,632,659 9,553,257

ORG 390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

15.875 ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES ------PROJECT - ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES 42,973 203,150 -

TOTAL ORG 390 AWARD - - - TOTAL ORG 390 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 390 EXPENDITURES 42,973 203,150 -

ORG 400 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

10.555 NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM 5,530,660 5,682,264 6,145,055 4,377,751 5,682,264 6,145,055 FORMULA - NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM 4,377,751 5,682,264 6,145,055

10.558 CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM 988,301 1,017,520 1,068,395 852,316 1,017,520 1,068,395 FORMULA - CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM 852,316 1,017,520 1,068,395

10.559 SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN 851,121 847,648 876,236 624,320 847,648 876,236 FORMULA - SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN 624,320 847,648 876,236

10.560 STATE ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES FOR CHILD NUTRITION 353,218 361,472 361,472 191,257 289,178 361,472 FORMULA - STATE ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES FOR CHILD NUTRITION 191,257 354,669 433,766

10.568 EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM/ADMINISTRATION COSTS 22,560 14,668 16,509 4,033 14,668 16,509 FORMULA - EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM/ADMINISTRATION COSTS 4,033 14,668 16,509

10.579 CHILD NUTRITION DISCRETIONARY GRANTS LIMITED AVAILABILITY 48,505 - - - - - PROJECT - CHILD NUTRITION DISCRETIONARY GRANTS LIMITED AVAILABILITY - - -

493

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

10.582 FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLE PROGRAM 14,126 23,032 24,184 1,261 23,032 24,184 PROJECT - FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLE PROGRAM 1,261 23,032 24,184

84.027 SPECIAL EDUCATION GRANTS TO STATES 8,874,264 8,874,264 9,348,314 - 1,774,853 - FORMULA - SPECIAL EDUCATION GRANTS TO STATES 8,527,680 10,597,070 8,012,861

84.041 SPECIAL FEDERAL FUNDS - - 117,500 - - 117,500 FORMULA - SPECIAL FEDERAL FUNDS - - 117,500

84.215X TEACHING AMERICAN HISTORY ------FORMULA - TEACHING AMERICAN HISTORY 93,379 390,077 -

84.320B ADVANCED PLACEMENT FEE PROGRAM 29,640 - - - - - PROJECT - ADVANCED PLACEMENT FEE PROGRAM - 29,640 -

84.364A LITERACY THROUGH SCHOOL LIBRARIES ------PROJECT - LITERACY THROUGH SCHOOL LIBRARIES 485 - -

84.371C STRIVING READERS COMPREHENSION LITERACY 341,043 - - - - - PROJECT - LITERACY THROUGH SCHOOL LIBRARIES - 341,043 -

84.403A CONSOLIDATED GRANT TO THE OUTLYING AREAS 20,811,905 20,811,905 20,664,522 - 4,162,381 - FORMULA - CONSOLIDATED GRANT TO THE OUTLYING AREAS 17,332,464 15,381,194 41,189,784

TOTAL ORG 400 AWARDS 37,865,343 37,632,773 38,622,187 TOTAL ORG 400 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 6,050,938 13,811,544 8,609,351 TOTAL ORG 400 EXPENDITURES 32,004,946 34,678,825 57,884,290

ORG 500 VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT

16.523 JUVENILE ACCOUNTABILITY INCENTIVE BLOCK GRANT 80,733 80,733 80,733 - - - FORMULA - JUVENILE ACCOUNTABILITY INCENTIVE BLOCK GRANT 4,285 184,938 132,461

16.540 JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION 52,500 80,000 80,000 - - - FORMULA - JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION 1,978 171,761 60,000

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

16.575 CRIME VICTIM ASSISTANCE 635,803 635,803 635,803 - - - FORMULA - CRIME VICTIM ASSISTANCE 554,766 339,958 1,006,048

16.588 VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN FORMULA GRANT 636,321 636,321 767,457 - - - FORMULA - VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN FORMULA GRANT 392,046 816,044 906,366

16.593 RESIDENTIAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT 96,577 96,577 96,577 - - - FORMULA - RESIDENTIAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT 480 73,378 112,674

16.710 PUBLIC SAFETY PARTNERSHIP AND COMMUNITY POLICING GRANTS "COPS GRANT" 1,250,000 600,000 401,386 - - - PROJECT - PUBLIC SAFETY PARTNERSHIP AND COMMUNITY POLICING GRANTS "COPS GRANT" 457,292 1,471,659 1,500,000

16.727 ENFORCING UNDERAGE DRINKING LAWS PROGRAM 300,000 - - - - - PROJECT - ENFORCING UNDERAGE DRINKING LAWS PROGRAM 339,983 655,169 -

16.738 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT 920,672 920,672 920,672 - - - FORMULA - EDWARD BYRNE GRANT 531,531 816,549 1,583,775

20.218 MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - 350,000 350,000 - 120,000 - FORMULA - MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - 120,000 262,500

20.600 STATE AND COMMUNITY HIGHWAY SAFETY 1,891,151 1,628,009 1,628,009 482,476 650,000 850,000 FORMULA - STATE AND COMMUNITY HIGHWAY SAFETY 482,476 2,058,675 1,828,009

TOTAL ORG 500 AWARDS 5,863,757 5,028,115 4,960,637 TOTAL ORG 500 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 482,476 770,000 850,000 TOTAL ORG 500 EXPENDITURES 2,764,837 6,708,131 7,391,833

ORG 600 DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY & PROCUREMENT

15.875 ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES ------PROJECT - ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, & POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES - 50,000 -

TOTAL ORG 600 AWARDS - - - TOTAL 0RG 600 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL 0RG 600 EXPENDITURES - 50,000 -

495

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

ORG 610 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

15.875 ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES - 2,022,000 2,016,000 - - - PROJECT - ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, & POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES - 200,000 2,022,000

20.205 HIGHWAY PLANNING AND CONSTRUCTION 17,630,432 18,000,000 18,000,000 15,940,372 5,825,125 - FORMULA - HIGHWAY PLANNING AND CONSTRUCTION 20,119,360 15,197,546 18,000,000

20.500 FEDERAL TRANSIT-CAPITAL INVESTMENT GRANTS - - 200,000 - - - FORMULA - FEDERAL TRANSIT 68,750 35,049 1,241,601

20.507 URBANIZED AREA FORMULA GRANT - 1,945,557 981,306 - 176,962 - FORMULA - URBANIZED FORMULA GRANT 261,240 367,788 3,941,573

20.513 CAPITAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR ELDERLY PERSONS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES - 327,914 287,030 - - - FORMULA - CAPITAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 9,026 331,510 327,914

20.516 JOB ACCESS REVERSE COMMUTE (JARC) - 211,597 114,966 - - - PROJECT - JARC - - 586,406

20.521 NEW FREEDOM PROGRAM - 38,610 21,166 - - - FORMULA - NEW FREEDOM - - 60,792

66.202 CONGRESSIONALLY MANDATED PROJECTS ------COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS - CONGRESSIONALLY MANDATED PROJECTS - 240,600 -

66.418 CONSTRUCTION GRANTS FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT WORKS - 6,359,000 - - 3,061 - PROJECT - CONSTRUCTION GRANTS FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT 27,336 128,814 6,355,939

TOTAL ORG 610 AWARDS 17,630,432 28,904,678 21,620,468 TOTAL 0RG 610 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 15,940,372 6,005,148 - TOTAL 0RG 610 EXPENDITURES 20,485,712 16,501,307 32,536,225

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

ORG 620 WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

15.875 ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES 3,498,880 2,343,654 - 290,413 - - PROJECT - ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, & POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES 801,690 4,491,003 10,315,855

TOTAL ORG 620 AWARDS 3,498,880 2,343,654 - TOTAL ORG 620 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 290,413 - - TOTAL ORG 620 EXPENDITURES 801,690 4,491,003 10,315,855

ORG 700 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

10.557 SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION PROGRAM FOR WOMEN, INFANT & CHILDREN (WIC) 8,299,223 7,127,649 7,200,527 6,885,307 7,127,649 7,127,649 FORMULA - SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION PROGRAM FOR WIC 6,885,307 8,319,209 7,200,527

15.875 ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES - 500,000 - - 500,000 - PROJECT - ECONOMIC, SOCIAL, AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE TERRITORIES - 500,000 -

84.181 SPECIAL EDUCATION-GRANTS FOR INFANTS AND FAMILIES 759,289 759,289 759,289 45,738 - 759,289 FORMULA - SPECIAL EDUCATION-GRANTS FOR INFANTS AND FAMILIES 157,001 769,235 759,289

93.069 PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS 423,822 423,822 402,631 58,926 364,896 402,631 PROJECT - PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS 1,111,752 729,792 461,557

93.116 TUBERCULOSIS ELIMINATION AND LABORATORY 86,938 86,938 86,938 40,050 55,000 86,938 PROJECT - TUBERCULOSIS ELIMINATION AND LABORAORY 75,018 101,888 118,876

93.127 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FOR CHILDREN 143,000 130,000 130,000 79,352 130,000 130,000 PROJECT - EMERGECNY MEDICAL SERVICES FOR CHILDREN 110,122 192,988 130,000

93.130 COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS TO STATES/TERRITORIES FOR THE COORDINATION AND 153,357 153,357 153,357 16,476 67,402 153,357 PROJECT - DEVELOPMENT OF PRIMARY CARE OFFICES 135,935 138,540 239,312

93.136 INJURY PREVENTION AND CONTROL RESEARCH AND STATE AND COMMUNITY BASED PROGRAM 14,707 11,413 17,207 14,438 11,413 17,207 PROJECT - INJURY PREVENTION AND CONTROL RESEARCH 14,438 11,413 17,207

497

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

93.150 PROJECT FOR ASSISTANCE IN TRANSITIION FROM HOMELESSNESS (PATH) 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 FORMULA - PATH 50,000 50,000 50,000

93.153 COORDINATED SERVICES AND ACCESS TO RESEARCH FOR WOMEN, INFANTS, CHILDREN & YOUTH 246,837 246,837 246,837 - 246,837 246,837 PROJECT - COORDINATED SERVICES AND ACCESS TO RESEARCH - 493,674 246,837

93.217 FAMILY PLANNING - SERVICES 1,053,437 885,504 885,504 767,126 738,000 885,504 PROJECT - FAMILY PLANNING- SERVICES 767,126 738,000 885,504

93.243 SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES-PROJECTS OF REGIONAL & NATIONAL 792,000 792,000 792,000 83,871 792,000 792,000 PROJECT - SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES 83,871 792,000 792,000

93.268 IMMUNIZATION GRANTS 1,740,612 1,603,990 1,603,990 848,763 1,202,992 1,603,990 PROJECT - IMMUNIZATION GRANTS 1,233,429 1,856,129 1,603,990

93.283 CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL & PREVENTION-INVESTIGATIONS AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 684,030 674,475 728,841 60,739 335,113 658,725 PROJECT - CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL & PREVENTION 162,815 958,404 1,048,204

93.505 AFFORDABLE CARE ACT MATERNAL, INFANT AND EARLY CHILDHOOD HOME VISITING PROGRAM 1,000,000 - - - - - PROJECT - ACA MATERNAL, INFANT AND EARLY CHILDHOOD HOME VISITING PROGRAM - 1,500,000 -

93.770 MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG COVERAGE 1,012,109 1,061,362 - 212,568 1,061,362 - DIRECT PAYMENTS - MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG COVERAGE 847,451 2,017,416 -

93.778 MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 14,509,683 14,530,000 - 13,987,935 14,530,000 - FORMULA - MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 16,639,469 15,587,542 -

93.887 HEALTH CARE AND OTHER FACILITIES - - - 723 - - PROJECT - HEALTH CARE AND OTHER FACILITIES 723 787,117 282,351

93.889 NATIONAL BIOTERRORISM HOSPITAL PREPAREDNESS PROGRAM 365,616 1,630,299 347,335 - 968,313 347,335 FORMULA - NATIONAL BIOTERRORISM HOSPITAL PREPAREDNESS PROGRAM - 1,333,929 1,009,321

93.917 HIV CARE FORMULA GRANT 1,238,391 1,334,280 1,113,013 1,208,024 1,334,280 1,113,013 FORMULA - HIV CARE 1,208,024 1,364,647 1,113,013

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

93.940 HIV PREVENTION ACTIVITIES - HEALTH DEPARTMENT BASED 724,182 630,826 631,142 391,595 473,357 631,142 PROJECT - HIV PREVENTION ACTIVITIES - HEALTH DEPARTMENT BASED 633,167 699,805 788,611

93.944 HIV/AIDS SURVEILLANCE 155,006 140,371 172,880 82,565 49,765 172,880 PROJECT - HIV/AIDS SURVEILLANCE 175,831 122,206 263,486

93.958 BLOCK GRANTS FOR COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES 143,034 142,912 142,912 118,752 142,912 142,912 FORMULA - BLOCK GRANTS FOR COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES 118,752 142,912 142,912

93.959 BLOCK GRANTS FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE 613,703 608,996 608,996 364,736 608,996 608,996 FORMULA - BLOCK GRANTS FOR PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE 364,736 608,996 608,996

93.977 COMPREHENSIVE STD PREVENTION SYSTEMS 192,836 193,152 192,838 93,615 144,627 192,838 PROJECT - COMPREHENSIVE STD PREVENTION SYSTEMS 176,661 238,242 241,363

93.991 PREVENTIVE HEALTH AND HEALTH SERVICES BLOCK GRANT 130,512 130,512 130,512 107,533 130,512 130,512 FORMULA - PREVENTIVE HEALTH AND HEALTH SERVICES BLOCK GRANT 107,533 130,512 130,512

93.994 MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH (MCH) SERVICES BLOCK GRANT 1,492,742 1,470,308 1,470,308 1,066,105 835,732 1,470,308 FORMULA - MCH BLOCK GRANT 1,267,298 1,511,412 2,104,884

TOTAL ORG 700 AWARDS 36,025,066 35,318,292 17,867,057 TOTAL ORG 700 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 26,584,937 31,901,158 17,724,063 TOTAL ORG 700 EXPENDITURES 32,326,459 41,696,008 20,238,752

ORG 720 DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

10.561 SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) 5,676,599 5,700,185 5,705,765 5,571,120 5,700,185 5,705,765 FORMULA - SNAP 5,571,120 6,632,356 5,705,765

14.235 SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROGRAM ------PROJECT - SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROGRAM - 67,200 -

16.017 SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICES FORMULA PROGRAM ------PROJECT AND FORMULA - SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICES 17,829 - -

499

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

16.576 CRIME VICTIM COMPENSATION 128,000 - 128,000 - - 128,000 FORMULA - CRIME VICTIM COMPENSATION 170,090 104,910 192,000

84.126 DISABILITIES & REHABILITATION SERVICES 2,286,262 2,169,262 2,086,262 1,645,121 1,647,017 2,086,262 FORMULA - DISABILITIES & REHABILITATION 1,645,121 2,288,158 2,608,507

84.169 INDEPENDENT LIVING 26,361 29,019 29,019 2,600 29,019 29,019 FORMULA - INDEPENDENT LIVING 2,600 52,780 29,019

84.177 INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR OLDER/BLIND INDIVIDUALS 40,000 40,000 40,000 - 40,000 40,000 PROJECT - INDEPENDENT LIVING OLDER/BLIND - 80,000 40,000

84.187 SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT 36,403 36,476 36,476 - 36,476 36,476 FORMULA - SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT - 72,879 36,476

93.048 SENIOR MEDICARE PATROL PROJECTS 95,000 95,000 95,000 13,056 95,000 95,000 PROJECT - SENIOR MEDICARE PATROL 75,794 176,944 95,000

93.092 AFFORDABLE CARE ACT (ACA) PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY EDUCATION PROGRAM (PREP) 250,000 - - - - - FORMULA - PREP - 500,000 -

93.558 TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF) 3,554,000 3,554,000 3,554,000 3,381,485 3,554,000 3,554,000 FORMULA - TANF 4,121,014 3,726,515 3,554,000

93.569 CONSOLIDATED BLOCK GRANT 5,879,615 5,879,615 5,879,614 5,029,759 4,744,818 5,879,614 FORMULA - CONSOLIDATED BLOCK GRANT 6,301,588 5,594,674 7,014,411

93.575 CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 2,135,413 2,135,413 2,135,413 1,228,353 2,135,413 2,135,413 FORMULA - CHILD CARE BLOCK GRANT 2,318,202 3,156,233 2,135,413

93.600 HEAD START FULL YEAR TRAINING 9,703,932 9,366,679 9,366,679 8,310,446 9,366,679 9,366,679 PROJECT - HEAD START FULL YEAR TRAINING 8,310,446 9,366,679 9,366,679

93.770 MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG COVERAGE - - 1,061,362 - - 1,061,362 DIRECT PAYMENTS - MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG COVERAGE - - 1,061,362

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

93.778 MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - - 14,530,000 - - 14,530,000 FORMULA - MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - - 14,530,000

94.002 RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM 37,221 22,333 47,221 31,266 22,333 47,221 PROJECT - RETIRED SENIOR PROGRAM 31,266 28,288 47,221

94.011 FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM 227,915 227,915 227,915 - 227,915 227,915 PROJECT - FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM 209,340 500,834 227,915

TOTAL ORG 720 AWARDS 30,076,721 29,255,897 44,922,726 TOTAL ORG 720 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 25,213,206 27,598,855 44,922,726 TOTAL ORG 720 EXPENDITURES 28,774,410 32,348,450 46,643,768

ORG 800 DEPT. OF PLANNING & NATURAL RESOURCES

11.407 INTERJURISDICTIONAL FISHERIES ACT - - 12,228 - - 12,228 FORMULA - INTERJURISDICTIONAL FISHERIES ACT 3,068 3,372 12,228

11.419 COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATION AWARDS 1,526,750 1,386,132 1,483,973 352,205 1,386,132 1,483,973 FORMULA - COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATION AWARDS 1,347,093 2,749,868 1,483,973

11.426 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR NATIONAL CENTERS FOR COASTAL OCEAN SCIENCE 28,000 - 28,000 18,260 - 28,000 PROJECT - FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR NATIONAL CENTERS FOR COASTAL OCEAN SCIENCE 71,766 10,683 28,000

11.433 NOAA LAW ENFORCEMENT 125,000 74,917 74,917 44,136 74,917 74,917 PROJECT - NOAA LAW ENFORCEMENT 44,136 155,781 74,917

11.434 COOPERATIVE FISHERY STATISTICS - 180,811 329,691 - 180,811 329,691 PROJECT - COOPERATIVE FISHERY STATISTICS 55,803 492,521 329,691

11.435 SOUTHEAST AREA MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT PROGRAM 200,015 - 200,015 - - 200,015 PROJECT - SOUTHEAST AREA MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT PROGRAM 88,102 563,083 200,015

15.605 SPORT FISH RESTORATION PROGRAM (DINGELL JOHNSON PROGRAM) 1,503,292 1,325,160 1,393,311 745,713 1,325,160 1,393,311 FORMULA - SPORT FISH RESTORTION PROGRAM (DINGELL JOHNSON PROGRAM 745,713 2,429,588 1,393,311

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

15.611 WILDLIFE RESTORATION (PITTMAN-ROBERTSON PROGRAM) 340,440 270,313 270,313 153,851 270,313 270,313 FORMULA - WILDLIFE RESTORATION (PITTMAN-ROBERTSON PROGRAM) 153,851 441,360 270,313

15.615 COOPERATIVE ENDANGERED SPECIES 57,664 84,704 84,704 30,463 84,704 84,704 PROJECT - COOPERATIVE ENDANGERED SPECIES 30,463 84,704 84,704

15.622 SPORTFISHING AND BOATING SAFETY ACT - 100,000 200,000 - 100,000 200,000 PROJECT - SPORTFISHING AND BOATING SAFETY ACT 15,471 113,764 200,000

15.634 STATE WILDLIFE GRANTS (SWG) - 306,509 380,929 - 306,509 380,929 FORMULA - SWG 31,725 501,806 380,929

15.904 HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUND GRANT-IN-AID 413,985 413,985 415,115 - - 415,115 FORMULA - HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUND GRANT-IN-AID 412,024 413,985 415,115

45.310 GRANTS TO STATES 134,027 104,027 100,971 - - 100,971 FORMULA - GRANTS TO STATES 105,692 134,027 100,971

45.312 NATIONAL LEADERSHIP ------PROJECT - NATIONAL LEADERSHIP 29,671 - -

66.034 PARTICULATE MATTER 2.5 - 34,114 34,114 - 34,114 34,114 PROJECT - PARTICULATE MATTER 2.5 26,905 34,114 34,114

66.04 VI STATE CLEAN DIESEL - 47,144 47,144 - 47,144 47,144 VI STATE CLEAN DIESEL - 47,144 47,144

66.454 WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT PLANNING - 247,017 189,676 - 123,509 - FORMULA - WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT PLANNING 117,185 123,509 189,676

66.468 CAPITALIZATION GRANT FOR DRINKING WATER STATE REVOLVING FUND - 7,851,000 398,922 - 1,962,750 - FORMULA - CAPITALIZATION GRANT FOR DRINKING WATER STATE REVOLVING FUND 897,284 3,130,332 5,933,277

STATE GRANTS TO REIMBURSE OPERATORS OF SMALL WATER SYSTEMS FOR TRAINING AND 66.471 CERTIFICATION COST - - 582,958 - - 582,958 FORMULA - STATE GRANTS TO REIMBURSE OPERATORS OF SMALL WATER SYSTEMS FOR TRAINING AND OPERATORS AND CERTIFICATION COST 19,751 203,469 582,958

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CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

66.472 BEACH MONITORING & NOTIFICATION PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION GRANT - 306,000 405,120 - 306,000 405,120 FORMULA - BEACH MONITORING & NOTIFICATION PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION GRANT 389,448 390,957 405,120

66.474 WATER PROTECTION GRANTS TO STATES - - 66,621 - - 66,621 FORMULA - WATER PROTECTION GRANTS TO STATES 38,083 18,688 66,621

66.605 PERFORMANCE PARTNERSHIP GRANT - 4,668,896 3,520,381 - 1,483,149 FORMULA - PERFORMANCE PARTNERSHIP GRANT 2,111,379 1,483,149 3,520,381

66.804 UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK 73,000 - 217,126 18,812 - 217,126 FORMULA - LEAKING UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK TRUST FUND PROGRAM 57,888 24,748 217,126

66.805 LEAKING UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK TRUST FUND PROGRAM - - 53,729 - - 53,729 FORMULA - LEAKING UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK TRUST FUND PROGRAM 38,215 60,052 53,729

66.817 STATE AND TRIBAL RESPONSE PROGRAM GRANT 139,181 100,000 100,000 131,608 100,000 100,000 FORMULA - STATE AND TRIBAL RESPONSE PROGRAM GRANT 131,608 100,000 100,000

97.012 BOATING SAFETY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 819,555 773,002 725,454 748,218 773,002 725,454 FORMULA - BOATING SAFETY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 869,377 931,877 725,454

97.070 MAP MODERIZATION MANAGEMENT SUPPORT 25,000 25,000 25,000 - - 25,000 PROJECT - MAP MODERIZATION MANAGEMENT SUPPORT 16,952 113,048 25,000

TOTAL ORG 800 AWARDS 5,385,909 18,298,731 11,340,412 TOTAL ORG 800 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 2,243,266 8,558,214 7,231,433 TOTAL ORG 800 EXPENDITURES 7,848,654 14,755,629 16,874,767 * CARRY-FORWARD FUNDS FOR PERSONNEL SERVICES

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LISTING OF FEDERAL GRANTS - 2013

CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

ORG 810 DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING, PARKS AND RECREATION

15.916 OUTDOOR RECREATION ACQUISITION, DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING - 50,000 - - 50,000 - PROJECT - OUTDOOR RECREATION - 50,000 -

TOTAL ORG 810 AWARD - 50,000 - TOTAL ORG 810 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - 50,000 - TOTAL ORG 810 EXPENDITURES - 50,000 -

ORG 830 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

10.025 PLANT AND ANIMAL DISEASE, PEST CONTROL, AND ANIMAL CARE 93,826 56,432 - 4,368 49,712 - PROJECT - PLANT AND ANIMAL DISEASE, PEST CONTROL, AND ANIMAL CARE 57,057 128,522 -

10.156 FEDERAL-STATE MARKETING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM ------PROJECT - FEDERAL-STATE MARKETING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 723 6,695 -

10.170 SPECIALTY CROP BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM-FARM BILL 182,405 182,296 - 95,436 100,000 - PROJECT - SPECIALTY CROP BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM-FARM BILL 143,409 142,805 -

10.572 FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM 98,740 - - - - - PROJECT - FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM - 60,000 -

10.664 COOPERATIVE FORESTRY ASSISTANCE ------FORMULA - COOPERATIVE FORESTRY ASSISTANCE 41,093 119,000 -

10.675 URBAN AND COMMUNITY FORESTRY GRANT 135,000 135,000 135,000 - - 135,000 PROJECT - URBAN AND COMMUNITY FORESTRY GRANT - 100,000 135,000

10.676 FOREST LEGACY PROGRAM 36,000 36,000 35,000 - - 35,000 PROJECT - FOREST LEGACY PROGRAM 118,710 2,820,796 35,000

10.678 FOREST STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM 100,000 100,000 100,000 - - 100,000 PROJECT - FOREST STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM 84,638 143,765 100,000

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LISTING OF FEDERAL GRANTS - 2013

CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* ) (Award/Exp* )

10.680 FOREST HEALTH PROTECTION 30,000 - - - - - PROJECT - FOREST HEALTH PROTECTION - 10,000 -

15.631 PARTNERS FOR WILDLIFE PROGRAMS 25,000 - - - - - PROJECT - PARTNERS FOR WILDLFE PROGRAMS - 15,000 -

TOTAL ORG 830 AWARDS 700,971 509,728 270,000 TOTAL ORG 830 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 99,804 149,712 270,000 TOTAL ORG 830 EXPENDITURES 445,630 3,546,583 270,000

GRAND TOTAL AWARDS 161,947,456 176,999,373 161,632,719 GRAND TOTAL EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 91,642,423 103,683,268 100,429,603 GRAND TOTAL EXPENDITURES 144,707,088 186,047,209 220,041,627

*Figures represent balances from prior year awards

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LISTING OF ARRA FEDERAL GRANTS - 2013

CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp ) (Award/Exp ) (Award*/Exp )

ORG 200 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

81.041 STATE ENERGY PROGRAM - - 36,365 - - - STATE ENERGY PROGRAM 12,575,661 5,493,976 36,365

81.042 WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE FOR LOW INCOME PERSONS - - 13,187 - - - WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE FOR LOW INCOME PERSONS 704,418 607,500 13,187

81.127 ENERGY EFFICIENT APPLIANCE REBATE PROGRAM (EEARP) ------EEARP 63,897 39,440 -

81.128 ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM (EECBG) ------EECBG 3,573,155 5,504,694 -

93.708 HEAD START RECOVERY ------HEAD START RECOVERY 64,721 599,556 -

TOTAL ORG 200 AWARDS - - 49,552 TOTAL ORG 200 EXPENDITURES(ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 200 EXPENDITURES 16,981,852 12,245,166 49,552

ORG 370 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

17.207 EMPLOYMENT SERVICE/WAGNER-PEYSER FUNDED ACTIVITIES ------EMPLOYMENT SERVICE 144,909 - -

17.225 UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE* - - 108,459 - - - UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE - - 108,459

17.258 WIA ADULT PROGRAM ------WIA ADULT PROGRAM 298,177 - -

17.259 WIA YOUTH ACTIVITIES ------WIA YOUTH ACTIVITIES 29,160 - -

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LISTING OF ARRA FEDERAL GRANTS - 2013

CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp ) (Award/Exp ) (Award*/Exp )

17.260 WIA DISLOCATED WORKERS ------WIA DISLOCATED WORKERS 208,290 - -

TOTAL ORG 370 AWARDS - - 108,459 TOTAL ORG 370 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 370 EXPENDITURES 680,536 - 108,459 * CARRY-FORWARD FUNDS FOR PERSONNEL SERVICES

ORG 390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

84.397A STATE FISCAL STABILIZATION FUND - GOVERNMENT SERVICES ------STATE FISCAL STABILIZATION FUND - GOVERNMENT SERVICES 906,006 1,519,153 -

TOTAL ORG 390 AWARDS - - - TOTAL ORG 390 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 390 EXPENDITURES 906,006 1,519,153 -

ORG 400 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

84.391A SPECIAL EDUCATION GRANTS TO STATES ------SPECIAL EDUCATION GRANTS TO STATES 185,986 130,699 -

84.394A STATE FISCAL STABILIZATION FUND (SFSF) ------STATE FISCAL STABILIZATION FUND (SFSF) 28,203,606 2,673,724 -

83.402A CONSOLIDATED GRANTS TO THE OUTLYING AREAS ------CONSOLIDATED GRANTS TO THE OUTLYING AREAS 4,827,042 6,242,916 -

84.410A EDUCATION JOB FUNDS ------EDUCATION JOB FUNDS 13,239,690 - -

TOTAL ORG 400 AWARDS - - - TOTAL ORG 400 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 400 EXPENDITURES 46,456,324 9,047,339 -

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LISTING OF ARRA FEDERAL GRANTS - 2013

CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp ) (Award/Exp ) (Award*/Exp )

ORG 500 VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT

16.588 VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN FORMULA GRANT ------VAWA 184,799 357,086 -

16.801 STATE VICTIM ASSISTANCE FORMULA GRANT PROGRAM ------STATE VICTIM ASSISTANCE 113,994 33,323 -

16.803 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) PROGRAM* - - 416,259 - - - EDWARD BYRNE JAG 1,533,174 1,060,964 1,060,963

TOTAL ORG 500 AWARDS - - 416,259 TOTAL ORG 500 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 500 EXPENDITURES 1,831,967 1,451,373 1,060,963 * CARRY-FORWARD FUNDS FOR PERSONNEL SERVICES

ORG 610 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

20.205 HIGHWAY PLANNING AND CONSTRUCTION ------HIGHWAY PLANNING AND CONSTRUCTION 8,930,458 3,854,674 3,253,904

20.507 URBANIZED AREA FORMULA GRANT ------URBANIZED AREA GRANT 694,309 227,853 -

66.418 CONSTRUCTION GRANTS FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT WORKS ------CONSTRUCTION GRANTS WASTEWATER TREATMENT 1,347,805 614,896 -

TOTAL ORG 610 AWARDS - - - TOTAL 0RG 610 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL 0RG 610 EXPENDITURES 10,972,571 4,697,423 3,253,904

ORG 700 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

93.719 STATE GRANTS TO PROMOTE HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY* - - 161,144 - - - STATE GRANTS TO PROMOTE HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 146,287 413,654 515,149

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LISTING OF ARRA FEDERAL GRANTS - 2013

CFDA NO. GOVERNMENT ENTITY FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 Grant Description ACTUAL ESTIMATED PROJECTED (Award/Exp ) (Award/Exp ) (Award*/Exp )

93.729 HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND PUBLIC HEALTH ------HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND PUBLIC HEALTH 62,775 169,012 -

93.778 MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 3,269,250 - - 2,357,667 - - MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 2,504,506 4,964,744 -

TOTAL ORG 700 AWARDS 3,269,250 - 161,144 TOTAL ORG 700 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 2,357,667 - - TOTAL ORG 700 EXPENDITURES 2,713,568 5,547,410 515,149 * CARRY-FORWARD FUNDS FOR PERSONNEL SERVICES

ORG 720 DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

93.711 STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES FUND ------STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES 138,048 - -

93.713 CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ------CHILD CARE GRANT 1,209,147 - -

EMERGENCY CONTINGENCY FUND FOR TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF) STATE 93.714 PROGRAM ------TANF 886,987 - -

TOTAL ORG 720 AWARDS - - - TOTAL ORG 720 EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) - - - TOTAL ORG 720 EXPENDITURES 2,234,183 - -

GRAND TOTAL AWARDS 3,269,250 - 735,414 GRAND TOTAL EXPENDITURES (ADJUSTED) 2,357,667 - - GRAND TOTAL EXPENDITURES 82,777,008 34,507,864 4,988,027

*Award amounts in FY 2013 represent prior year balances; not new monies

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CAPITAL BUDGET

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Capital Budget Overview Capital Budget Overview

It is the practice of the Government of the Virgin Islands to develop, maintain, and revise, when necessary, a continuing Capital Improvement Program (CIP) within the Division of Capital Improvements under the direction of the Commissioner of Public Works. The Office of the Governor identifies all public facility projects that the Territory will undertake and the funding sources available for the anticipated projected expenditures. Thereafter, upon notification and based on our Governor’s prioritizations, the Division of Capital Improvements moves forward with the identified and funded CIP projects.

The purpose of a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is to administer the planning, improvement, renovation and construction of the government’s infrastructure, public facilities, additions and improvements, as directed and prioritized by the Office of the Governor. It is also charged with providing technical engineering and construction administration support services to departments and agencies within the Executive Branch of the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

This overview contains the following financial and narrative information:  The CIP strategic principals;  CIP definition, overview and policies;  A summary and status of the now on-going CIP projects; and  The impact on the operating budget.

Strategic Principles of the Virgin Islands Capital Improvement Program

Several budgetary and programmatic principles are invested in the CIP and these are to:  Administer the Governor’s Capital Improvement Program;  Maintain and improve the government infrastructure territory-wide;  Build and renovate government related facilities and infrastructure supporting the Territory’s objectives;  Energize and support the departments’ and agencies’ objectives as they improve the physical working environment and our territorial infrastructure;  Assure a continuous availability of professional expertise under the direction of the Commissioner of Public Works for all future public improvement projects;  Improve the fiscal processing expediency for future CIP projects by centralizing CIP functions within the Department of Public Works, which is codified as GVI’s engineering arm of the Government;  Deliver very cost-effective CIP projects and improve GVI’s past resultants and deliverables for all CIP Projects by leveraging in-house professionally licensed and highly experienced expertise;  Ensure predictable outcomes for all CIP deliverables;  Establish a territorial “One-Stop-Shop” for all department and agencies to coordinate, manage & deliver all CIP projects in order to properly maintain our existing and new government infrastructure;  Establish, through the Office of the Governor, priorities and funding for proposed CIP projects;  Provide a concise, central source of engineering and construction information on all planned rehabilitation of public facilities and infrastructures for departments and agencies, the Legislature and other relevant stakeholders of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Program Policies

The overall goal of the Division of Capital Improvements is to preserve and improve the Territory’s capital infrastructure. Projects support the following programmatic policies:  Provision, as is codified in favor of the constructed environment, for the health, safety and welfare needs of territorial residents;

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 Provision for continual improvement of public educational facilities for our children and residents of the Territory;  Provision for adequate improvements of existing public facilities for compliance to building and American with Disabilities Act (ADA) codes;  Support territorial economic and revitalization efforts generally, and in targeted economically depressed areas territorially, as prioritized by the Office of the Governor;  Provision for public infrastructural improvements that retain and expand private business and industry territorially; and  Provision for expanding employment opportunities for territorial residents through CIP work efforts.

Budget Highlights

The Government of the Virgin Islands CIP includes many projects from previous years; however, some projects may receive different levels of funding than in the previous year and new projects are added each year.

Due to the world economic down-turn and in harmony with United States economic recovery approach, the Government of the Virgin Islands has increased its capital expenditures in investing and improving its overall public infrastructure and facilities to generate greater economic opportunities for Virgin Islanders. However, the Territory is limited by funding constraints, as well as competing demands on our overall finite capital dollars, and unfortunately is unable to fund all identified capital needs. As a result of this reality, our Governor has taken action to prioritize CIP projects while maximizing the output of its available human and fiscal yearly resources in order to maintain a sound Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This has been accomplished during each year by numerously reprioritizing capital projects as required, rescinding budget authority from low priority projects, and reallocating the funding to existing or new higher priority projects in order to meet the Government’s most pressing infrastructural needs as is deemed of greater importance by the Office of the Governor.

Definition CIP Projects

To be included in the CIP, projects need to meet one or more of the following criteria:  Construction of a new government asset or expansion of an existing government-owned facility, including preliminary planning and surveys, cost of land, and contractual services for design and construction, and related furnishings and equipment;  Initial acquisition of a major building equipment components or systems, which will thereafter be considered a territorial asset, and which will cost $100,000 or more and have a useful life of at least ten (10) years;  Major renovation or rehabilitation of an existing government-owned facility or government-owned historical property/facility that requires an expenditure of $100,000 or more and will extend the useful life of the original government asset;  Renovation or interior/exterior build-out that requires an expenditure of $100,000 or more of an existing or newly rented property leased through a rental agreement by the Virgin Islands Government; and/or  Acquisition of land, buildings, and/or structures that requires an expenditure of $100,000 or more.

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The Government of the Virgin Islands considers all CIP Projects which cost over $100,000 as Capital Expenditures of the Government of the Virgin Islands. And generally, capital improvements are defined as physical assets, constructed, improved or purchased, that establishes a useful life of ten (10) or more years. Exceptions, through the Office of the Governor, can be made for inclusion of projects that do not meet the above criteria. For example, professional engineering consultations, which results in necessary reports that are required for decisions to be weighed in the analysis of existing properties, buildings, structures and/or facilities for GVI’s consideration of purchase, exchange or acquirement on behalf of GVI’s various department and agency leaders in where said decisions must be visible and decisively in the very best interest of the general public, the Executive Branch of Government, and/or the Legislature of the Virgin Islands.

Summary

Under the direction of the Commissioner of Public Works, the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Division of Capital Improvements, leads & regulates, within the Governor’s prioritizations, territorial coordination, management and delivery of all government capital improvement projects which were in the past previously administered through the various departments and agencies. DPW’s Division of Capital Improvements provides t critical administrative and professional engineering support services as it relates to the planning, construction, renovations, and development of all government facilities.

Major On-Going CIP Projects Status as of February 2012

THE ST. THOMAS/ST. JOHN DISTRICT:

1. Ivanna Eudora Kean High School (IEKHS) Track Hydro Project – Contract #PC101DPW10 (Engineering): a. Description: To assess the water conditions of the project site and the surrounding areas to study the impacts on the site and what mitigation measures need to be implemented. Additionally, this study would determine the feasibility of a water source for the irrigation of the infield area of the track. b. Funding: Act No. 7081 appropriated the sum of $2.5 million for this Ivanna Eudora Kean High School Project from bond proceeds. It was estimated that the cost of this project will not exceed $160,000.00. However, the contract was designed to close based on study’s findings and overall project’s fiscal standing. c. Project Status: CLOSED - Phase A of the project was completed on December 1, 2010 for $80,060.00. Phase B, the Hydro Design work effort, was determined not to be required at this time due to both the Final Report’s Findings and the Project’s existing fiscal constraints. Based on the Hydro Study Report’s findings (Phase A), no additional site construction work was required prior to moving forward with the Kean International Associations of Athletics Federations (IAAF) track project. However, additional water control site work will be required in the future when non-government owned upland properties are developed by private homeowners.

2. Ivanna Eudora Kean High School (IEKHS) Track Project – Phase II- CC-9-DE-T-2007 (Construction): a. Description: The Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI) continues its pursuit in the construction of an International Associations of Athletics Federations (IAAF) Certified - Class II rated Track and Field Facility for the future promotion and economic growth of Virgin Islands Sport Recreation Tourism directly related to the Track and Field venue within the Caribbean Region. The GVI’s primary objective is to establish this facility as the Caribbean’s leading International Track and Field Sports Facility for supporting International Track & Field Competitions within the Caribbean Basin. A by- product of this effort will be the establishment of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between

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Department of Housing, Parks and Recreations and the Department of Education (DOE) for IEKHS full use of this future territorial IAAF track and field sport facility. b. Funding: The existing construction contract allocates $5.0 million for this project divided into three (3) phases of work. $2.0 million was utilized for Phase I of this project. Phase II began with the release of $2.5 million as appropriated by Act No. 7081. Since this contract was previously negotiated for $2.575 million, a deficit of $.075 million will be incurred, additionally the aforementioned Hydro Project’s engineering and construction costs will also impact the bottom-line of the existing budget. And, prior to completion of Phase II, an additional $5 million will be required to complete this project due to the cost of the selected ‘Mondo’ world-class IAAF Track. c. Project Status: The contractor, Apex Construction, has now completed the Phase I work efforts and commenced Phase II work, which entails the installation of a ‘Mondo’ supplied track surface and will be completed in 2012. And, through a recent payment to the contractor, Mondo has commenced manufacturing the GVI’s required world-class track surface in late January 2012. Phase III, which at this time is unfunded, will include the grand stands, concession facilities, parking, lighting, and other associated amenities.

3. Ivanna Eudora Kean High School (IEKHS) Gym Project - Phase 2 – C007DPWT11(CB) – (Construction): a. Description: The Government of the Virgin Islands is pursuing the complete renovation of the IEKHS Gym. A final detailed scope of work, which divided the project into three (3) phases, was prepared by the Project Architect that will allowed better coordination when funding came on-line. b. Funding: The budget for this project is $4.5 million. Act No. 6996 funds the $2.0 million for Phase I, and Act No. 7081 provides the additional $2.5 million for Phase II & III. c. Project Status: Due to an existing water infiltration issue at the Kean Gym, in collaboration with the Department of Education (DOE), the Department of Public Works (DPW) initiated work efforts to secure a contractor in where Customs Builders was selected for both Phase I and Phase II through two separate RFP processes. i. Phase I of the project and a Notice to Proceed was issued on March 1, 2010 to commence work. Phase I is geared toward resolving all exterior issues such as water infiltration into the facility and Phase II is geared toward renovating the Gym’s interiors. ii. An Architecture Engineering (A/E) Project Authorization was previously approved and secured drawings & specifications for the temporary facilities (such as restrooms, dressing rooms & locker rooms) deemed by DOE as needed for the schools functionality during the renovation of the gym. DPW and DOE entered negotiations with Customs Building pertaining to the construction cost of these temporary buildings to be used while the gym was under renovation; however an agreement was not obtained. Subsequently, on August 11, 2010 the DOE cancelled the Temporary Building Project. A final inspection for the Gym’s Phase I Project was completed and final payment processed in February 2011. iii. Thereafter, DPW initiated the interior renovation of the Ivanna Eudora Kean High School Gymnasium on February 1, 2011. Simultaneously, the Virgin Islands Energy Office worked closely with DOE to effectuate cost-savings energy efficient measures which included changes in lighting and plumbing fixtures to reduce water and power consumption of the newly renovated Gym. A Partial Notice of Acceptance was attained on August 25, 2011 for the remaining full occupancy of the Gym. However, due to some remaining exterior work items, the project was thereafter fully completed and closed-out on March 30, 2012.

4. Charlotte Amalie High School (CAHS) Library & Cafeteria Expansion Project – PC076DPW11 (A/E): a. Description: The Government of the Virgin Islands seeks to construct and expand both the existing library and cafeteria facilities at CAHS to serve the growing student population. b. Funding: Act No. 6969 appropriated $0.17 million for the professional (A/E) services required. Any additional A/E costs will be funded for this project by Public Finance Authority 2003 gross receipts bond proceeds as authorized by Act No. 7002. This Act provides $2.068 million for this project.

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c. Project Status: In collaboration with the Department of Education, the Department of Public Works initiated the expansion of both the existing library and cafeteria for the Charlotte Amalie High School. On April 8, 2010, DOE made a final decision on the design and the direction of this project. The DPW prepared and transmitted a Letter of Request to the Department of Property and Procurement (P&P) on Monday, May 10, 2010, on behalf of DOE for a continuance of pending negotiations. On May 20, 2010 a recommendation was transmitted to the Commissioner of Property and Procurement, and a contract was drafted, signed and transmitted to the Department of Justice for review prior to final processing. The architectural engineering (A/E) Project Programming and Schematic Design Phase of this work effort were recently completed and construction documentation (working drawings) are now in progress.

5. Charlotte Amalie High School (CAHS) Track Replacement Project - PC110DPW11 (A/E): a. Description: In collaboration with the Department of Education, the Department of Public Works is addressing the Charlotte Amalie High School’s dilapidated track & field. b. Funding: The budget previously established for this project is $0.918 million. ($0.3 million under Act No. 6793, through Interest Earned on Bonds, $0.3 million under Act No. 7081, and $0.3 million under Act No. 7103, and a FBLA Grant for $18,000). However, through DOE’s actions, only $0.3 million under Act No. 7081 now remains on-account for this specific project. c. Project Status: The Department of Public Works prepared a Scope of Work and transmitted a request to P&P to establish a request for proposal for the required A/E services for this project and jointly for the Central High School (CHS) Track Replacement Project on St. Croix. RFP-024-DPW-T-2010(PS) was advertised and proposals received on May 25, 2010. The selection of one A/E vendor for both the CAHS & CHS Track designs was seen as a cost-saving measure due to the duplication of the work efforts on St. Thomas and St. Croix. A pre-bid conference was held on May 20, 2010 for this A/E work effort. d. Thereafter, the combined bid process proved unsuccessful since only one bid was received and the bid amount for the A/E services requested was much higher than expected. Revised documentation was transmitted to P&P to re-advertise the CAHS Project without the CHS track attached. A new RFP was advertised and a vendor selected. Public Works prepared the required professional services contract to commence said A/E services, which was processed and executed on August 9, 2011. The architectural engineering project programming, schematic design phases were previously completed and construction documentation (working drawings) was recently completed on March 20, 2012. However, based on the agreed upon preliminary engineering estimate for the CAHS track project, the overall Project is now budgeted at $1,265,000.00 for the minimal work efforts now required due to the condition of the site and track. And, after architectural engineering services are paid for under the $300,000.00 allocation on-hand, only $100,000.00 will remain on account to commence this construction project, which will equate to only minimal drainage repairs that are critically now required. Nevertheless, construction documentation (working and specs) have now been transmitted to the Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) to secure all required construction permits for the overall project.

6. Addelita Cancryn Junior High School Interim Repairs Project- CC009DOE11 (Construction) a. Description: This construction work consists of expanding the existing cafeteria and renovating the former cafeteria previously damaged by Hurricane Marilyn. The building presently utilized as the cafeteria will have an addition to the dining and kitchen areas. The existing hurricane-damaged cafeteria will have a new roofing system, male and female bathrooms. And, the auditorium renovations will provide a new stage, male and female dressing rooms, new exterior security windows, exterior exit doors and new storage rooms. b. Funding: The $2.9 million construction cost will be funded by the VI Public Finance Authority (PFA) through the utilization of 2003 gross receipt bond proceeds. c. Project Status: Phase I of the cafeteria and kitchen expansion project is now 100% complete. As it pertains to the auditorium that has laid in ruins since Hurricane Hugo in 1989, Phase II, of the work 515

effort, A/E services were contracted and included, beyond the usually required drawings and specs, a structural assessment for meeting seismic code requirements on the existing structure. Contract negotiations for Phase II, was completed and a construction contract CC009DOE11 was fully executed on August 5, 2011. And the reconstruction work commenced on August 23, 2011. Work has been progressing smoothly and the anticipated completion date for the now funded Part I work efforts, consisting of only the exterior work and all other major building components, is contractually scheduled to be completed in November 2012. The interior work efforts, known contractually as Part II, required to complete this Auditorium, is unfunded at the moment and will remain incomplete until further funding is secured.

7. Addelita Cancryn Junior High School Physical Education Project (Engineering) - RFP-0020-2010: a. Description: In collaboration with the Department of Education, the Department of Public Works initiated the reconstruction of the existing dilapidated physical education building to secure functionality for 859 students. b. Funding: The budget established under Act 7081 for this project is $1.2 million. c. Project Status: Project funding to commence both A/E services and the reconstruction was appropriated in Act No. 7081, the Department of Public Works prepared a scope of work and transmitted a request to P&P on April 4, 2010 to place the A/E services out to bid for this project. RFP-020-DPW-T-2010(PS) was advertised and proposals accepted on May 20, 2010. An architect was previously selected and DPW-CIP prepared the required professional services contract in December 2011 and provided the contract to the architect for his review and signature approval to commence said architectural and engineering services. To commence GVI’s processing of the professional services contract, the architect has recently transmitted the previously awaited signed contract. However, under the direction of DPW’s Commissioner, said contract processing was placed on hold on March 1, 2012 and CIP now awaits further directives.

8. The St. Thomas Regional Library Construction Project- PFA Contract: a. Description: This project is established through the PFA. The Department of Planning and Natural Resources’ construction of the first state-of-the-art regional library and record center facility, adjacent to the Tutu Park Mall, will provide mid-island library support services for Tutu and the surrounding communities. b. Funding: The budget for this project established through the PFA is now approximately $18.9 million. c. Project Status: Balbo Construction began construction in August 2008 at a cost of $14.6 million. Construction is now 99% complete, and will be finalized in FY2012.

9. St. John New School Project – PC009DPW12 (A/E): a. Description: Currently, the island of St. John has no public high school. This project will construct a pre-kindergarten through 12-Grade public school allowing St. John students to continue their education on island instead of commuting by ferry to St. Thomas. An Inter-agency Task Force was established to commence this project. b. Funding: Funding of $2.0 million is provided through a Department of Interior, Office of Insular Affairs Grant (No. TA-VI-2008-2), which secured and managed by DPW. The now total estimated project cost is approximately $27 million; however, this funding has not yet been identified. c. Project Status: This particular project was previously advertised as an RFP and due to National Park Services’ (NPS) concerns it was pulled by Government House in order to allow a full review by NPS of the Scope of Work advertised. RFP-0012-2010 was evaluated and negotiated during the month of May 2010 and an A/E design team selected. Follow-up discussions with Office of the Governor, Department of Education, Department of Public Works, the National Park Service (NPS) and the Department of Interior were held on the continuance of this project after concerns about the how the grant’s technical assistance funding would be used were raised, since this property is not in the direct possession of the Government of the Virgin Islands. It was agreed that a new RFP would be 516

generated and the original scope of work reworked to include NPS requirements. The scope of work contract would be separated into two work parts. Work Part I (contract) would be paid by the grant, and Part 2 (the supplementary contract) by the Government of the Virgin Islands. The NPS transmitted their itemized additional work items for inclusion in Work Part I. On February 2, 2011, the approval to move forward in preparing a contract for A/E services for Work Parts 1 & 2 was granted, and Jaredian Design was selected. Public Works prepared the Professional Services Contract PC009DPW12, which was executed on November 8, 2011. The Architect is now developing the Project Program, which is a prerequisite to the future development of architectural and engineering construction documentation (plans and specifications). The project program entails a site assessment to include any archeological, environment or historical findings and/or deficiencies,

as well as the analysis of the demographic information which ultimately will determine the type of school to be developed utilizing all available historical and forecasting data. We anticipate this phase of work to be completed within ten (10) calendar months which concludes in October 2012. Our architect has this project’s time of performance sequencing schedule for the pre-design, space planning, programming and schematic design architectural engineering services. And, please note, a preliminary engineering estimate for proposed new school will be established prior to conclusion of the overall work effort.

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10. Central High School and St. Croix Education Compex Tracks Projects – PC076DPW11 – (A/E): a. Description: For the Central High School’s (CHS) track and field and the St. Croix Education Complex’s (SCEC) track and fField; both must be addressed as soon as possible to avoid injuries to students who are now utilizing these existing facilities. b. Funding: Funding for the CHS track originally stood at $1 million that is available under Act No. 7081. And, funding for the SCEC Track originally stood at $0.3 million that is available under Act No. 6839. However, during Contract preparation when DPW requested of DOE’s Certification of Funding for SCEC’s $0.3 million, DOE produced Purchase Order #00002074 for $0.15 million for SECE’s A/E services required under contract #PC076DPW11, which is now being utilized for the contracted A/E services under said professional services contract. c. Project Status: The Department of Public Works previously prepared a scope of work and transmitted a request to P&P to establish a request for proposal (RFP) for the required A/E services

for this project and jointly for the CAHS Track Replacement Project on St. Thomas. RFP-024-DPW-T- 2010(PS) has now been advertised and proposals were due on May 25, 2010 for the selection of one A/E vendor for both the CHS & CAHS track designs. This is a cost-savings measure due to the duplication of the work efforts on St. Croix and St. Thomas. Additionally, a Pre-Bid Conference was held on May 20, 2010 for this A/E work effort. Thereafter, the combined bid process proved unsuccessful since only one bid was received and the bid amount for the A/E services requested was much higher than expected. Revised documentation was transmitted to P&P to re-advertise the CHS track with the SCEC track attached.

i. The architectural engineering project programming and schematic design phase was recently completed for each school’s track and field and construction documentation (working drawings) has commenced for both schools and is scheduled to be completed in late 2012. However, based on the agreed upon Preliminary Engineering Estimate for the CHS track project, the overall project is now budgeted at $1,985,990.89 for the minimal work efforts now required due to the condition of the site and track. And, based on the agreed upon preliminary engineering estimate for the SCEC track project, 517

the overall Project is now budgeted at $1,164,964.88 for the minimal work efforts now required due to the condition of the site and track. Therefore, construction funding for both school tracks will be of major issue in the near future.

11. DPW’s Durant Tower Project: a. Description: The Frederiksted Durant Tower, located on the corner of King and Queen Cross Streets, was built in 1888 by Mr. Samuel Vanbrakle Durant, who was born on St. Croix in 1834. However, prior to the construction of his Frederiksted home at #16 King Street (Property #43A), Mr. Durant constructed a original and nearly identical home on St. Thomas in 1864, which has located at 36BB Borger Gade near the famous Harmonic Lodge above the town of Charlotte Amalie. Both homes were based on the same drawings produced in France during his travels abroad. However, sadly these two

matching homes, each with over one hundred years of history, are now both destroyed. Nevertheless, reasoning that this St. Croix property was conveyed to the Government of the Virgin Islands in 1983 through a Warranty Deed, GVI now seeks to fully reconstruct on St. Croix this very unusual and historically significant building called The Frederiksted Durant Tower, which was uniquely recognizable for its prominent Tower that supported three floors of living areas, which will now be utilized in the near future by GVI. b. Funding: Act No. 7081 appropriated $1.5 million for this project, of which $0.2 million has been set aside for a contract for A/E services. Therefore, the sum of $1.2 million is available for project construction. c. Project Status: In collaboration with both the DPW’s Assistant Commissioner and DPNR’s Virgin Islands State Historic Preservation Office (VISHPO), the VISHPO State Archaeologist and the St. Croix Historic Preservation Committee, DPW-CIP developed a Scope of Work and processed an RFP through P&P in where a vendor was selected to commence the A/E Professional Services required for reconstruction of this historic property. And, DPW-CIP is now in the process of preparing the professional services contract to commence the A/E work. And, we anticipate the first phase of work, the Project Programming and Schematic Design Phase, to be completed within four (4) months after we have a fully executed a Professional Services Contract. However, under the direction of DPW’s Commissioner, said Contract processing was placed on hold on March 15, 2012 and CIP now awaits further directives.

STATUS OF FY 2012 BUDGET PREVIOUSLY NOTED CIP PROJECTS NOT DETAILED ABOVE:

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1. DOE’s Ulla Muller Renovation/Expansion Project: This $0.726 million CIP Construction Project was successfully completed by DPW-CIP. 2. DOE’s Eldra Shulterbrandt Residential Facility Annex: This $4.2 million CIP Construction Project was successfully completed by DPW-CIP. 3. DOH’s Emergency Management Services (EMS) Building and St. Thomas/St. John Department of Health Administrative and Clinical Project: The EMS Construction Documents (drawings & specs) Professional Services were completed through administrative efforts of DPW-CIP. However, due to the lack of $4.5 million required to fund the construction of the EMS Bldg, both Bldg. Permits and a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the construction of said EMS Bldg were not pursued by DOH. 4. DOH’s Old Municipal Hospital Project: DPW-CIP is now working on a new Professional Services Contract for the recommencement of this specific DOH CIP Project. (Funding for this project to be reprogrammed for other purposes by PFA. The $4.5 million is no longer available. Whatever is left isn’t sufficient to conclude the project.)

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5. DOF’s Department of Finance STT Headquarters Renovation Project: Project Budget under the 2003 Gross Receipt Bonds equated to $1.5 million. Phase I construction has commenced. 6. DOE’s Addelita Cancryn Junior High School Relocation Project: This project presently is on hold. Numerous challenges that exist preclude this project from moving forward. Two major hurdles exists, a location for the new school and the funding that will be required to construct the new school. 7. Knud Hansen Senior Citizens Affairs Office Suite (Renovation): The Department of Public Works Division of Engineering provided construction management and inspection services for this project. The contractor, Custom Builders, completed the project in January 2012 for the amount of $827,876.00. 8. Dorothea Fire Station: The Department of Public Works Division of Engineering provides construction management and inspection services for this project. Architectural and engineering services were provided by Boschulte Design. The final phase of the project is slated for completion by Custom Builders. 9. Tutu Fire Station: The Department of Public Works Division of Engineering will provide inspection and construction management services for this project. The contractor, Balbo Construction, has been selected and the project is in the contractual phase. A&E Services were provided by Boschulte Design.

10. Warren E. Brown Fire Station: The Department of Public Works Division of Engineering will provide inspection and construction management services for this project. Architectural and Engineering Services are being provided by Jaredian Design Group and the project is currently in the 30% design phase.

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11. Estate Diamond Video Conference Center (Construction – Renovation): The Department of Public Works Division of Engineering provided construction management and inspection services for this project. The contractor, Heights Construction, completed the project in January 2012 for the amount of $429,161.10. 12. Aldershville Senior Center – (Renovation): The Department of Public Works provided Architectural and Engineering Services for this project. The engineer’s estimated cost of construction is $733,992.68. The project was solicited for bid in 2011 however the quotes that were received exceeded the estimated cost as well as the funding available. No further action was taken. The Division of Engineering remains available for construction management and inspection services. 13. Design of New Youth Rehabilitation Center Buildings (A/E): The Department of Public Works provided Architectural and Engineering Services for this project. The engineer’s estimated cost of construction is

$1,100,000. The plans, specifications, and engineer’s estimate was submitted to the Department of Human Services. 14. Construction of New Youth Rehabilitation Center Buildings: The plans, specifications and engineer’s estimate were submitted to the Department of Human Services. The Division of Engineering remains available for construction management and inspection services. 15. DOE’s John H. Woodson Electrical and A/C Upgrade Project: Although this $0.932 million project was completed and DPW was in the process of securing the contractor’s final payments through two change orders and a supplementary contract, this project cannot be closed out until Legislation is passed to approve this confirming order. 16. DOE’s John H. Woodson Auditorium (Renovation): This $0.8 million CIP construction project was successfully completed by DPW-CIP. 17. Richmond Fire Station (Construction): The Department of Public Works Division of Engineering provided construction management and inspection services for this project. The construction of the building is for the purpose of housing the ladder truck. The contractor, Teach and Roberts, completed the project for the amount of $143,872.75. 18. Department of Justice’s New STX Headquarters Development Project (Construction): DOJ’s STX HQ construction documents (drawings and specs) professional services were completed through administrative efforts of DPW-CIP. However, due to lack of funding, this project remains on hold. 519

19. DOH’s Charles Harwood Complex (CHC) Phase III Project (Renovations): This project remains on hold at this time. 20. DOH’s Fredericksted Renovation Project: This project remains on hold at this time. 21. FHC’s Ingeborg Nesbitt Clinic Mold & Mildew Project: The facility is now reoccupied and functional.

Information Technology Capital Improvement Program

Overview

The Bureau of Information Technology (BIT) was established by Title 3, Sections 10 through 10j, Virgin Islands Code to develop a comprehensive technology strategy for programs, policies, Territorial Data Centers and a Territorial private network that promotes and advances the use of innovative technology in the Government of the Virgin Islands (GVI). This strategy will increase worker productivity, improve internal and external governmental services and demonstrate effective management. All Information Technology (IT) purchases are approved by the Director of the Bureau of Information Technology.

History

The GVI has a wide area network called the Government’s Wide Area Network (GWAN). The wireless upgrade was installed between 1999 and 2001 and intended to connect all GVI departments and agencies. That goal was never fully realized. Some agencies have switched 56 circuit (SW56) connections and some have broadband connections. Using these means of access, along with Virtual Private Network (VPN) services provided by BIT, all GVI departments and agencies will have access and utilize the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, as well as other managed services that BIT provides.

Figure 1 - GWAN

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Details on the Territory’s Funding for E-projects

BIT has upgraded the GWAN, making it a managed network with increased capacity to support the short term needs of the Government. The GVI continues to overlay more applications such as the e911, ERP and other electronic services. The GVI needs these services to operate more efficiently and transparently; therefore, a network such as the Enterprise Virtual Private Network (EVPN) is needed to meet the requirements of these various applications.

Figure 2 – EVPN

Major On-going CIP E-Projects

1. The Enterprise Virtual Private Network (EVPN) a. Description: The EVPN was designed for 99.999% availability to support the long term needs of the GVI. The EVPN will ensure there are no single points of failure in the network, that frequencies are licensed, redundant paths are in the network, and that there is increased bandwidth. b. Funding: Funding at $3.2 million was secured from Fiscal Year 2009 to date through the Public Finance Authority (PFA). c. Update: Currently, the EVPN is slated to be completed by the end of Fiscal Year 2012. A tower was erected at Benner Hill and is 80% completed. The tower that was slated to be erected at the St. George was eliminated from the design. Although the tower was eliminated, the site is still part of the design. The current tower sites are Recovery Hill, Flag Hill and Mountain Top. All agency connect links will be installed to connect the agency in the backbone.

Funding was secured in the amount of $75,000 during Fiscal Year 2011 that included tower, shelters and backup generators costs for the St. Georges tower site. Although the tower was eliminated from the design, the funding will be used for the equipment costs.

2. Emergency Communications System (e911) a. Description: A common operating picture must be developed in order to manage all emergencies and incidents, enhance communications interoperability and improve response capability. b. Funding: Funding was secured from the following sources: General Fund ($3.3 million), Internal Revenue Matching Fund ($2.7 million), Federal Funds ($2.7 million) and PFA ($6.2 million). 521

c. Update: The e911 Project is ninety percent (90%) completed. Once the Benner Hill tower is completely erected and St. George site is completed, the equipment will be transferred to the towers at these sites.

BIT was funded in FY 2011 for a tower for Hansen Bay (Seba Bay) in the amount $75,000 for that site. BIT is currently looking at a new site.

3. Security Cameras at tower sites a. Description: Security cameras will be installed to provide surveillance at the EVPN and 911 tower sites. b. Funding: Funding requested. c. Update: This project is slated to be completed by Fiscal Year 2013.

Future Endeavors

The mission of the Bureau is to maximize the Government’s information technology resources by improving productivity while controlling and/or reducing costs. The Bureau is implementing a new information highway that is accessible to Executive Branch departments and agencies, as well as to independent instrumentalities. This transport service is a critical strategic resource as most departments and agencies are using information technology to fulfill their mandates.

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FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENT

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Schedule of Principal and Interest on Long Term Debt Overview Schedule of Principal and Interest on Long Term Debt

The Virgin Islands Public Finance Authority, on behalf of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands, through authorization from the Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands, has secured funding for the following working capital and long-term projects. Outlined below is a brief description of each bond issuance reflected in the Schedule of Principal and Interest due on Long Term Debt for Fiscal Year 2013.

 Proceeds from the 1999 Series A Gross Receipts Tax Bond Issuance were used to refund the outstanding prior debt of the Virgin Islands Public Finance Authority, repay the 1998 Revenue Anticipation Note in the amount of $20,000,000, finance capital projects and working capital to include payment of tax refunds in the amount of $134,000,000, vendor payments in the amount of $46,000,000, $15,000,000 for a retirement incentive plan, fund the Series Debt Service Reserve Accounts and pay certain costs for the issuance of the 1998 bonds. The repayment of this bond series is funded by the General Fund from Gross Receipts Taxes. The bonds were issued in November 1999 at a value of $299,880,000. As of April 1, 2012, the outstanding principal balance was $74,165,000.

 Proceeds from the 2003 Series A Gross Receipts Tax Bond Issuance were used to repay the Public Finance Authority’s outstanding principal on the Revenue Bond Anticipation Notes, Series 2003, fund certain necessary public safety and other public sector capital development projects, fund the Debt Service Reserve Accounts in an amount necessary to satisfy the Debt Service Reserve requirement and pay certain costs of issuing the 2003 Series A Bonds. The repayment of this bond series is funded by the General Fund from Gross Receipts Taxes. The bonds were issued in December 2003 at a value of $268,020,000. As of April 1, 2012, the outstanding principal balance was $245,325,000.

 Proceeds from the 2004 Series A Matching Fund Revenue Bond Issuance were used to finance the planning, development, constructing, renovating and equipping of a wastewater treatment facilities on St. Thomas and St. Croix, to repair and construct certain wastewater collection systems on St. Thomas and St. Croix, finance the repairs, renovations and construction of solid waste facilities throughout the Territory, finance the repair and construction of public roads throughout the Territory, provide start-up capital for the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority, fund the 2004 Series A Senior Lien Debt Service Reserve Sub-account in an amount equal to the 2004 Series A Debt Service Reserve Requirement and pay certain costs of issuing the 2004 Series A Bonds. The repayment of this bond series is funded by the Internal Revenue Matching Fund from Excise Taxes collected on United States Virgin Islands rum shipments. The bonds were issued in December 2004 at a value of $94,000,000. As of April 1, 2012, the outstanding principal balance was $71,430,000.

 Proceeds from the 2006 Series A Gross Receipts Tax Bond Issuance were used to refund a portion of the Authority Revenue Bonds, Series 1999A Bonds, pay the cost of a termination fee in connection with an outstanding swap option agreement, fund certain necessary public sector capital development projects of the Government of the Virgin Islands, fund the Debt Service Reserve Account in an amount necessary to meet the Debt Services Reserve Requirement, pay the premium in connection with the Series 2006 Bond Insurance Policy, fund a net payments reserve account for a new swap agreement and pay the costs of issuing the Series 2006 Bond. The repayment of this bond series is funded by the General Fund from Gross Receipts Taxes. The bonds were issued in October 2006 at a value of $219,490,000. As of April 1, 2012 the outstanding principal balance was $211,680,000.

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 Proceeds from the 2009 911 Loan were used to finance the acquisition of 911 emergency communication equipment, training and related expenses. The cost of this project included consultation and planning, equipment, workforce training and installation expense. The repayment of this loan is funded by the General Fund from Gross Receipts Taxes. The loan was issued in February 2009 at a value of $8,000,000. As of April 1, 2012 the outstanding principal balance was $5,285,640.

 Proceeds from the Series 2009 A Subordinated Revenue Bond Issuance (Virgin Islands Matching Fund Loan Note- Diageo Project) were used to make a loan to the Government of the Virgin Islands which will provide a grant to Diageo USVI Inc. to finance the costs of the acquisition, design, development, construction and equipping of a rum production and maturation warehouse facilities to be located on St. Croix, pay capitalized interest on the Series 2009A Bonds, fund the Series 2009A Debt Service Reserve Account in an amount necessary to meet the Debt Service Reserve Requirement for the Series 2009A Bonds and pay the costs of issuing the Series 2009A Bonds. The repayment of this bond series is funded by the Internal Revenue Matching Funds from Excise Taxes collected on United States Virgin Islands Rum Shipments of rum produced by Diageo USVI, Inc. The Bonds were issued in June 2009 at a value of $250,000,000. As of April 1, 2012 the outstanding principal balance was $250,000,000. The first principal payment is due in fiscal year 2014.

 Proceeds from the Series 2009 A-C Revenue and Refunding Bond Issuance (Virgin Islands Matching Fund Loan Notes) were used to finance various capital projects, fund the Series 2009A and 2009 B Senior Lien Debt Service Reserve sub-account, current refund in full the Revenue and Refunding Bonds Series 1998 A (Senior Lien/Refunding Bonds) and Series 1998E (Subordinate Lien/Capital Program), fund the Series 2009C Subordinate Lien Debt Service Reserve Sub-account, and pay certain costs of issuing the Series 2009 bonds. The repayment of this bond series is funded by the Internal Revenue Matching Fund from Excise Taxes collected on United States Virgin Islands Rum Shipments. The Bonds were issued in October 2009 at a value of $458,840,000 and as of April 1, 2012 the outstanding principal balance was $420,730,000.

 Proceeds from the Series 2009 A Subordinated Revenue Bond Issuance (Virgin Islands Matching Fund Loan Note- Cruzan Project) were used to make a loan to the Government of the Virgin Islands which will provide a grant to Cruzan VIRIL, Ltd. to finance the costs of the development, acquisition, construction and installation of a wastewater treatment facility and to fund certain preliminary costs of the alteration, upgrade, expansion and renovation of the Cruzan distillery, fund the Series 2009A Senior Lien Debt Service Reserve Subaccount in an amount necessary to meet the Series 2009A Debt Service Reserve Requirement and pay the costs of issuing the Series 2009A Bonds. The repayment of this bond series is funded by the Internal Revenue Matching Fund from Excise Taxes collected on United States Virgin Islands Rum Shipments of rum produced by Cruzan VIRIL, Ltd. The Bonds were issued in December 2009 the principal amount of $39,190,000. As of April 1, 2012 the outstanding principal balance was $38,075,000.

 Proceeds from the Series 2009 Gross Receipts Taxes Loan Notes (Subordinate Lien Revenue Bond Anticipation Notes) were used to provide Working Capital to finance and or refinance certain operating expenses and other important financial obligations of the Government of the Virgin Islands, and to pay certain costs of issuing the Series 2009B Notes. The repayment of this bond series is funded by the General Fund from Gross Receipts Taxes. The Loan Agreement provides for the borrowing of an amount not to exceed $250,000,000. A portion was rolled into the 2010A Bonds and as of April 1, 2012 the balance was $131,400,000.

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 Proceeds from the Tax Increment Revenue Bond Anticipation Notes 2009 will be used to provide interim financing of a portion of the Island Crossings Project, which is a shopping center development project, and to pay certain costs incidental to the issuance of the Series 2009A Bond Anticipation Notes. The repayment of these Notes will be funded by Gross Receipts Tax Revenues and incremental Property Tax Revenues. The Tax Increment Revenue Loan provides for the initial borrowing in the principal amount of $15,700,000. As of April 1, 2012, the outstanding principal balance was $14,031,528. During Fiscal Year 2013, all interest payments due will be paid from capitalized interest.

 Proceeds from the Series 2010 A & B Working Capital Revenue Bond Issuance (Virgin Islands Matching Fund Loan Note) were issued to provide Working Capital to finance and or refinance certain operating expenses and other important financial obligations of the Government of the Virgin Islands for the Fiscal Year ending September 30, 2010 and to pay down a portion of the outstanding balance of the Series 2009 Gross Receipts Tax Loan Notes, fund the Debt Service Reserve Accounts in an amount necessary to meet the Debt Service Reserve requirements for the Series 2010 A and B Bonds, and to pay certain costs of issuing the Series 2010 A&B Bonds. As of April 1, 2012 the outstanding principal balance was $399,050,000.

 The Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget submission contemplates the issuance of Series 2012 Working Capital Revenue Bonds (Virgin Islands Matching Fund Loan Note). The Series 2012 Bonds are to be issued in an amount sufficient to provide $120,000,000 for purposes to include working capital to finance certain operating expenses of the Government of the Virgin Islands for the Fiscal Years ending September 30, 2012 and September 30, 2013 and to provide funds to pay obligations due to the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority and the Juan F. Luis Hospital. The proposed financing would be completed on or around September 30, 2012.

 The Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget submission contemplates loan financing of up to $6,700,000 to provide for the replacement of police fleet vehicles in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreements between the Government of the of the Virgin Islands and the Virgin Islands Police Benevolent Association (effective October 1, 2007), and the Law Enforcement Supervisors Union (effective October 1, 2009). The proposed financing would be completed in the fall of 2012.

 The Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget submission contemplates the issuance of Series 2012 Gross Receipts Tax Revenue Bonds (Virgin Islands Gross Receipts Tax Loan Note). The Series 2012 Bonds are to be issued in an amount sufficient to provide $35,000,000 for energy savings investments across the agencies of the Government of the Virgin Islands, for the purpose of achieving savings in the utilization and cost of energy, and to achieve net savings to the General Fund. The proposed financing would be completed on or around September 30, 2012.

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Schedule of Principal and Interest on Long Term Debt GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS SCHEDULE OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST DUE ON LONG-TERM DEBT FISCAL YEAR 2013

ISSUE AND SOURCE OF PAYMENT PRINCIPAL INTEREST TOTAL

INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING FUND

2004 SERIES A BONDS 3,995,000.00 3,618,713.00 7,613,713.00

2009 SERIES A-C BONDS 24,145,000.00 20,230,618.76 44,375,618.76

2010 SERIES A&B WORKING CAPITAL BONDS 1,990,000.00 19,981,575.00 21,971,575.00

2012 SERIES WORKING CAPITAL BONDS 3,946,050.00 3,946,050.00

* 2009 SUBORDINATED SERIES A (CRUZAN PROJECT) BONDS 585,000.00 2,209,600.00 2,794,600.00

* 2009 SUBORDINATED SERIES A (DIAGEO PROJECT) BONDS - 16,702,675.00 16,702,675.00

TOTAL INTERNAL REVENUE MATCHING FUND 30,715,000.00 66,689,231.76 97,404,231.76

GENERAL FUND

1999 SERIES A GROSS RECEIPTS BONDS 7,865,000.00 4,256,587.50 12,121,587.50

2003 SERIES A REVENUE AND REFUNDING BONDS 4,010,000.00 12,166,175.00 16,176,175.00

2006 SERIES A GROSS RECEIPTS BONDS 2,905,000.00 10,121,787.50 13,026,787.50

VIPFA 2009 - 911 PROJECT LOAN 1,713,937.27 218,135.09 1,932,072.36

2009 SERIES WORKING CAPITAL LOAN NOTE - 7,227,000.00 7,227,000.00

2012 POLICE FLEET LOAN NOTE 1,751,872.00 271,254.00 2,023,126.00

2012 SERIES GROSS RECEIPTS BONDS - 1,150,950.00 1,150,950.00

** 2009 ISLAND CROSSINGS TIF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTE - - -

TOTAL GENERAL FUND 18,245,809.27 35,411,889.09 53,657,698.36

GRAND TOTAL PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST 48,960,809.27 102,101,120.85 151,061,930.12

* Paid From Cover Over Received ** Net of amounts paid from Capitalized Interest Fund

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AUTONOMOUS AND SEMI-AUTONOMOUS AGENCIES

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Employees’ Retirement System of the Government of the Virgin Islands

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Scope and Overview

The Employees’ Retirement System of the Government of the Virgin Islands (GERS) was statutorily created to administer a defined benefit pension Plan sponsored by the Virgin Islands Government. The statutory mandate of the GERS is to encourage qualified employees to enter and remain in the service of the Government by establishing an orderly way for members who become superannuated or incapacitated as a result of disability to retire without suffering economic hardship.

The Employees’ Retirement System of the Government of the Virgin Islands was established by Act No. 479 as an independent and separate agency of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands. The responsibility for the operation of the System and the provisions of the V.I. Code are vested in the Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees is composed of seven (7) members who are appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Legislature.

The GERS became operative on October 1, 1959, when contributions by employees and the Virgin Islands Government commenced. In accordance with the mandatory provisions of the Act, all regular employees of the Virgin Islands Government, except those individuals who are excluded by law, must become members of the Retirement System, within one month of service, as a condition of their employment.

The System’s organizational structure consists of five (5) Divisions: Administration, Accounting and Finance, Benefits, Loans, and Operations.

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GOVERNMENT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Board of Trustees Legal Counsel

Administrator Chief Executive Assistant

Assistant Chief Financial Assistant Administrator Assistant Administrator Staff Attorney

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Director of Director of Director of Director of Facilities Quality Human Loans Accounting Director MIS Director Assurance Resources

Central Quality Human St. Croix Accounting Maintenance Support Assurance Loan Staff Resources Benefit Staff Staff Staff Staff Legal Staff MIS Staff Staff Staff Staff

Virgin Islands Port Authority Virgin Islands Port Authority

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service and Enforcement/Regulatory

Scope and Overview

The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) was created through Act. No. 2375 of the Seventh Legislature of the Virgin Islands on December 24, 1968. Act No. 2405 later changed the official establishment date of the Authority to February 11, 1969. The Act established VIPA as a semi-autonomous agency, charged with the ownership, operation, development and management of all air and marine ports in the United States Virgin Islands. The Authority is also responsible for the Territory’s harbors, but it does not control the mooring and anchoring of vessels.

From its modest beginnings, the Port Authority has grown steadily over its forty-three (43) years to meet the needs of a growing population and a prominent tourism industry. Today, VIPA owns and manages the Cyril E. King Airport on St. Thomas and the Henry E. Rohlsen Airport on St. Croix, along with ten (10) marine passenger and cargo facilities on St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John. Together, these facilities serve thousands of passengers and process thousands of tons of cargo each day. As the steward of the Territory’s air and sea gateways, VIPA plays a vital role in the economic development of the U.S. Virgin Islands and impacts the daily lives of all the Territory’s residents and visitors.

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ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Governing Board Internal Auditor

Legal Counsel Executive Director Federal Programs, DBE Public Information

Executive Assistant

Assistant Director Director Director Property Director Human Executive Director Engineering Administration & Management Resources St. Croix Finance

Aviation Marine Maintenance Aviation Marine Maintenance Manager St. Croix St. Croix St. Croix St. Thomas St. Thomas St. Thomas Crown Bay

Information Procurement Cyril E. King Systems Accounting St. Thomas & Airport St. Croix Parking Lot

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Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Scope and Overview

The Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA), is a corporate and political body constituting a public corporation and autonomous governmental instrumentality of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands, comprised of electric and water production and distribution facilities.

WAPA was created for the purpose of developing adequate water and electric power systems and providing those services to the people of the United States Virgin Islands and any other service or facilities incidental or appropriate. In furtherance of those purposes, WAPA owns and operates certain electric generation, transmission, distribution and related facilities and certain water production and distribution facilities in the Virgin Islands. WAPA owns and operates generating facilities on St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John.

In connection with its operation of the electric system, WAPA generates, transmits and sells electric power and energy, serving residential, commercial and large power customers, including the Government of the Virgin Islands, as well as public street lighting and private outdoor lighting customers. The electric system serves approximately 50,000 customers in the Virgin Islands. WAPA also provides electric service to Hassel Island, which is located near the St. Thomas harbor. With the exception of a limited number of large power users who generate part or all of their own power requirements, WAPA is the sole producer, distributor and supplier of electric power for the Virgin Islands.

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WATER AND POWER AUTHORITY ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Governing Board

Chief Executive Officer Special Assistant to Security Manager Executive Director

Director of Systems Corporate Planning & Environ. Affairs Communication

Director of Water General Counsel Dist. And Corp. Planning STX

Chief Financial Director of Water Chief Operating Director Corporate Officer Distribution & Officer Corporate Engineering Service STT Electric & Water Administrator of Assistant CFO Production STT Management Service

Electric & Water Pricing & Rates Chief Information Production STX Manager Officer

Electric Rev Protection Meter Service STX Distribution/Meter Manager STT Service STT Meter Reading Rev. Protection Electric Distribution Manager STT/STX Manager STX STX

Key Account Manager

Customer Relations Manager STT

Customer Relations Manager STX

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Virgin Islands Public Finance Authority Virgin Islands Public Finance Authority

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Scope and Overview

The Virgin Islands Public Finance Authority (PFA or the Authority) was created by act no. 5365 as a public corporation and autonomous governmental instrumentality, operating on behalf of the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands (the Government). Its primary duties are: (1) to aid the government of the U.S. Virgin Islands in the performance of its fiscal duties; (2) to raise capital, public or private, for essential public projects; and (3) to create programs and enter into contracts which will support the financing needs of the government, promote economic recovery and contribute to the stability of the Territory’s economy.

The U.S. Virgin Islands Code provides that the debts, obligations, contracts, bonds, assets, receipts, expenditures, accounts, funds, facilities and property of the Authority shall be deemed to be those of the Authority and not to be those of the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands, or any of its Offices, Bureaus, Departments, Agencies, Commissions, Branches, Agents or employees.

As a result, the Virgin Islands Public Finance Authority may borrow money, enter into contracts, and accept grant proceeds for public purposes. The PFA may also: (1) lend the proceeds of bonds and/or other financing instruments to the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands; (2) guarantee loans and financial obligations incurred by the Government; (3) invest its funds; (4) arrange for the investment of funds belonging to the Government; (5) purchase notes and other obligations or instruments secured by real property; (6) execute contracts and financing instruments; (7) appoint, employ and contract for the services of officers, agents, employees and professional service providers as the Authority may deem appropriate; and (8) exercise all such incidental powers as may be necessary or convenient for the purposes of carrying out the business objectives and interests of the Authority.

In order to support the Government’s efforts to effectively and efficiently coordinate and oversee public funds that were sourced from various Federal government departments and agencies under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009 (the Recovery Act or the Stimulus Program), the PFA created the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) as an office/business unit within the PFA. The OEO was created to centralize the coordination, oversight and monitoring of ARRA-required reporting and other key activities associated with ARRA-funded projects and programs, as required by the President of the United States and to foster unprecedented levels of accountability and transparency in government spending. The OEO also serves as a resource to U.S. Virgin Islands governmental departments and agencies, not-for-profits organizations, and businesses to ensure that these entities are aware of and take full advantage of the resources available through the Stimulus program, in an effort to maximize the economic benefits to the U.S. Virgin Islands as the Government works alongside the private sector to retain and/or create jobs, spur immediate economic activity and contribute to long-term economic growth.

In addition, the OEO provides a website at http://oeo.usvipfa.com/ that is open to all citizens, businesses, government departments and agencies and not-for-profit organizations. The OEO website is the main vehicle for U.S. citizens to find out first-hand how and where their taxpayer dollars are being spent to promote economic recovery in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Through the OEO website, all citizens can track the progress of all ARRA-funded activities through performance reports and graphic representations of expenditures, identify opportunities that may meet their needs, and obtain feedback to questions. The OEO-sponsored website (1) ensures that information about all ARRA-funded project and program activities is readily available to the public, including grant applications, grant awards, performance reports and expenditure status by grant, by grant recipient and by granting agency; (2) supports transparency with regards to upcoming ARRA-funded contract, grant, training and employment opportunities; (3) provides a means through which those accessing the website can provide feedback and ask questions; and (4) provides

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access to resources, tools and templates, including Federal grant forms, Federal guidelines, links to related Federal websites, presentations, announcements for ARRA-related public events, and website search mechanisms.

The OEO’s website is designed to make ARRA-funded projects easy to understand and to ensure that information is available to all citizens, so that ARRA grant fund recipients can be held accountable.

Further, PFA owns the West Indian Company Limited (WICO), the King’s Alley Management, Inc. (KAMI), King’s Alley Hotel, Frederiksted Retail Mall, and viNGN, Inc. d/b/a Virgin Islands Next Generation Network. WICO is a port facility, located on the island of St. Thomas, which includes a cruise ship pier, shopping mall and commercial rental complex; KAMI was created to provide management services for King’s Alley Hotel and Frederiksted Retail Mall, both located on the island of St. Croix; and, with offices on the islands of St. Thomas and St. Croix, the Virgin Islands Next Generation Network was formed to develop a broadband network throughout the Territory. WICO and viNGN are wholly-owned subsidiaries of the PFA, established as public corporations, operating on behalf of the Government rather than as private corporations. WICO and viNGN have their own Boards of Directors which carry fiduciary responsibility for these entities.

Given the mandate of the PFA to fulfill vital governmental functions for the benefit of the entire Territory, the Board of Directors of the PFA is chaired by the Governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands, the highest elected official of the Territory.

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ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Governor

Executive Director & Acting Director, Finance & Administration

Director & Sub-Recipient Bonds Proceeds & Monitor Office of Economic Compliance Opportunity (OEO) Manager/Financial Analyst

Executive Operations Federal Professional Property Assistant & Receptionist Analyst & Grant Programs Services Manager Financial Fiscal Officer Coordinator Contractor Analyst

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Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Scope and Overview:

The Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority (EDA) is a semi-autonomous governmental instrumentality responsible for the promotion and enhancement of economic development in the United States Virgin Islands.

The EDA became the umbrella organization to assume, integrate and unify the functions of the following instrumentalities: the Government Development Bank (GDB), the Small Business Development Agency (SBDA), the Economic Development Commission (EDC), the Industrial Park Development Corporation (IPDC), and the Enterprise Zone (EZ).

The EDA operates under one Executive Board in order to achieve maximum efficiency of operation; to avoid duplication of services, positions, and responsibilities; to reduce expenses of personnel, physical plant and operations; and to develop comprehensive programs for the economic development of the Territory.

The EDA is a vehicle by which the Virgin Islands Government intends to further develop the economy of the Territory. The Law creating the Authority prescribes that it shall be governed by seven (7) members. Three (3) of these members shall be appointed by the Governor (from the private sector) with the advice and consent of the Legislature and one must be a resident of the Territory; three (3) shall be cabinet level appointees; and one (1) shall be appointed from either the Board or executive level staff of the Employee’s Retirement System of the Virgin Islands, the Virgin Islands Port Authority or the University of the Virgin Islands. They shall be appointed for terms of three (3) years. Government members may not receive compensation for their activities with the Board. Non- government members shall be compensated at a rate of $75.00 a day or any fraction thereof. All members are entitled to reimbursement for, or per diem in lieu of, necessary travel expenses.

The Board is authorized to appoint officers, agents, or employees, whether permanent or temporary, by contract or may otherwise employ consulting engineers, superintendents, managers, fiscal, legal and other technical experts as necessary. It may determine their qualifications, duties, tenure and compensation without regard to Chapter 25 of Title 3, Personnel Merit System. It appoints the CEO exclusively upon the basis of merit, determined by technical training, skill, experience, and other qualifications best suited to carry out the purposes of the Authority. It may remove the CEO or he/she shall be removable by the Governor but only for cause and after notice and an opportunity to be heard, subject to the approval of the Governor.

Government Development Bank (GDB)

The Government Development Bank (GDB) provides financial resources, including but not limited to, loan guarantees, medium and long-term credit, and equity infusions to small, minority, medium and large businesses located in the Virgin Islands, and helps these entities grow into mainstream commercial banking customers. It also provides medium and long-term credit to maintain the economic stability of small, medium and large businesses located in the Virgin Islands; technical and managerial assistance to ensure the continued viability of these businesses; and encourages large corporate investment. It also facilitates employment growth opportunities and promotes the location of financial services within the Virgin Islands.

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Small Business Development Agency (SBDA)

The Small Business Development Agency (SBDA) creates and expands the small business community throughout the Virgin Islands by making available the financial resources and technical assistance required. SBDA promotes and encourages banks and other financial institutions to make loans. At the same time it reduces risks by providing the required loan guarantees.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Development Commission (EDC) is charged with promoting the growth, development and diversification of the economy of the United States Virgin Islands by developing to the fullest possible extent the human and economic resources of the Territory, preserving job opportunities for residents of the U.S. Virgin Islands, and promoting capital formation for industrial development in the Territory. The EDC is comprised of the Applications Units, which is the first point of contact by a business seeking to apply for economic development benefits and the Compliance Unit, which monitors beneficiaries to ensure that they comply with the terms and conditions of their certificates and other requirements of the law.

The Industrial Park Development Corporation

The Industrial Park Development Corporation (IPDC) is chartered as a public corporation to acquire and operate industrial parks in the United States Virgin Islands and to complement activities of the Economic Development Commission. At present, two such industrial parks fall under the auspices of the IPDC. The William D. Roebuck Industrial Park located on the island of St. Croix consists of four adjoining buildings with 148,160 square feet of commercial space and the St. Thomas Industrial Park which is significantly smaller with only 20,000 square feet of commercial space. Currently, 75% of the park’s total commercial space is occupied by a total of four companies. The industrial parks will be used as the sites for the Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority’s anticipated Business Incubator Program.

Enterprises Zone Commission (EZC)

The Enterprise Zone Commission (EZC) was created by the Legislature of the Virgin Islands with the passage of Act. 6294, and mandates that the designated blighted and severely distressed areas in the U.S. Virgin Islands that were once socially and economically vibrant communities be revitalized. The legislation provides for tax incentives and economic development program benefits clear and free of regulatory barriers to economic growth. The Act encourages collaboration among public, private and non-profit entities and provides a program of tax incentives and other benefits to foster the desired economic growth.

Bureau of Economic Research (BER) The Fiscal Year 2013 Executive Budget Contemplates Transferring this entity from the Office of the Governor to the Economic Development Authority (See proposed bill in the Enabling Legislation section)

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ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE Board of Directors

Chief Executive Officer Executive Assistant to Board

Assistant Chief Executive Administrative Clerk Executive Officer Assistant Executive Legal Administrator

540 Counsel

Director of Admin Project Coordinator Director of Investigator Paralegal & Finance & HR Director Lending

Director of Director of Director of Director of Administrative Human Resources Enterprise Zone Applications Marketing Compliance Officer Specialist Admin. Officer STT & STX Park Marketing/ Compliance Accountant Loan/Collection Enterprise Zone Application Superintendent Public Relations Officers STT (3) Officer STT Facilitator Analyst Specialist Compliance Document Maintenance Junior Administrative Enterprise Zone Officers STX (2) Specialists STT & Specialist Worker STX Accountants (3) Assistant Collector STX Custodial Maintenance Loan Technician Assistant Messenger/ Service Energy Project Assistant

Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Scope and Overview

The Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority (VIHFA) was created in 1981 by the Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) through the enactment of Act No. 4636, the Virgin Islands Home Owners Construction and Mortgage Assistance Act. The Authority was created to address the existing shortage of low- and moderate-income housing in the Territory. The VIHFA’s mission is to increase housing access and community development initiatives for low- to moderate-income families by developing safe, decent and sanitary homes, rental and emergency housing, educating home buyers and sponsoring programs to maintain sustainable communities in the Territory. The Authority is composed of six (6) service providing Units: Homeownership, Planning and Construction, Federal Programs, Collections and Servicing, Accounting and Rental Properties.

For a coordinated approach to the housing shortage within the community, VIHFA assumed the responsibilities previously held by the Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation pursuant to Act No. 6973. The VIHFA also absorbed the Department of Planning and Natural Resources Community Development Block Grant Program to provide the most effective application of that subsidy.

Tax Exempt Mortgage Revenue Bonds

Proceeds from the sales of Tax Exempt Mortgage Revenue Bonds are made available to lending institutions to provide mortgages for qualified home buyers at below market rates. Floating Tax Exempt Mortgage Revenue Bonds (MRB), for the overall 30-year mortgage rate is usually lower than the interest rate of a conventional mortgage. For example, the Authority’s 1998 MRB had an interest rate of 5.95 percent compared to 7.75 percent at the local banks at the time. This difference in interest rate helps to lower the threshold and make the dream of home ownership affordable to lower income individuals.

Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC)

The VIHFA is designated as the Housing Credit Agency for the USVI. Established under Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code, LIHTC is currently the most viable program for developing affordable housing in the Territory. This program allows effective funding for eighty percent (80%) of the development costs for these properties from the sale of Federal Income Tax Credits which are sold to major United States corporations. The remaining twenty percent (20%) of the cost is funded from conventional debt financing held by the LIHTC developer. By reducing the developers’ total costs by eighty percent (80%), the Program enables the properties to be rented at an affordable rate which are substantially below market price. The Tax Credit Allocation for the United States Virgin Islands for Calendar Year 2012 is $2,540,000 which can only be used for affordable rental units.

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Home Program

The VIHFA administers the HOME Program for participating jurisdiction of the USVI. Administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the HOME Program was signed into law in Title II as the Cranston Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act in 1990. The main purpose of the HOME Program is to expand the supply of decent, affordable housing for low- and very low-income families by providing grants to states and local governments referred to as participating jurisdictions or “PJs”. PJs use HOME grants to fund housing programs that meet local needs and priorities. PJs have great flexibility in designing local HOME programs within the guidelines established by the HOME Final Rule. PJs may use HOME funds to help renters, new home buyers or existing home owners. Each year, funds are awarded to the participating jurisdictions based on a formula devised by Congress.

Local Subsidies and the Local Affordable Housing Tax Benefits

From time to time, the VIHFA receives funding from the CDBG and other local subsidies to help reduce the cost of constructing affordable housing. This is used in conjunction with the Local Affordable Housing Tax benefits, which is similar to the Economic Development Authority’s (EDA) Tax benefits. These Tax benefits entitle the developers, subcontractors and local vendors to an exemption of all Gross Receipts and Excise Taxes as well as all Custom Duties in excess of one percent (1%). Additionally, all Corporate Income Taxes allowable to the project will be reduced to zero for the developer.

DIVISIONS

Homeownership

The Homeownership Division registers and assigns priority numbers for all applicants. Mortgage readiness is assessed by pre-qualifying applicants. Pre-qualification entails analysis of the applicant’s income, debt load and overall creditworthiness to determine the applicant’s eligibility for a mortgage in accordance with underwriting guidelines. Those who qualify are assisted in the completion of mortgage loan applications. This Unit is the link between originators (banks and Rural Development), applicants and the Mortgage Revenue Bond Program.

The Authority recently merged the functions of the former Special Projects Division with the Homeownership Division to ensure a more efficient delivery of its services. The Homeownership Division now provides special services to applicants seeking program assistance but who are not ready to purchase a home. The Division provides in-house counseling, home ownership training and pre-purchase assistance. This Division also provides counseling to applicants who require assistance to improve their credit and provides guidance to home owners in new developments who are creating Homeowners’ Associations. The employees of this Division are certified professionals who work and help the most challenged clients so that they can ultimately achieve the dream of home ownership.

To help the Authority carry out its mandate, the VIHFA uses tax-exempt Mortgage Revenue Bonds, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, HOME funding, Capital Development Block Grants, local subsidies and the local Affordable Housing Tax Benefits.

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Collections and Servicing

The Collections and Servicing Division was created to facilitate the housing merger pursuant to Act No. 6973. This division is primarily responsible for the servicing of all loans and mortgages of the Authority. This Division also has the responsibility of pursuing all delinquent accounts by following the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act and when these efforts fail the cases are referred to the Authority’s legal counsel for legal actions.

Planning and Construction

The fundamental assignments and activities of the Planning and Construction Division include physical planning, project supervision and oversight, rehabilitation management and development assessments. This Unit is responsible for the development of the Affordable Housing Program which becomes operational through the use of surplus Government property owned and controlled by the Authority. Planning for subdivision development as well as lot sales is coordinated through the activities of this Division.

Federal Programs

The Federal Programs Division has oversight responsibilities for virtually all of the VIHFA’s programs/activities which are federally-funded or which are administered by any federal entity. The major program areas under the jurisdiction of the Federal Programs Division include the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG), HOME Program, the HOPE 3 Program, and the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program.

Rental Division

The day-to-day management responsibilities of the Authority’s rental inventory now fall under the auspices of the Virgin Islands Housing Management, Inc. (“VIHM”). VIHM is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization created on October 31, 2008 to construct, reconstruct, acquire, lease and manage Rental Properties and the emergency housing stock. The VIHM performs evaluation on potential tenants, recertifies current tenants and provides maintenance services.

Accounting

The Accounting Division’s mission is to successfully collect record and produce financial information in an accurate and timely manner to support the vision and mission of the Authority.

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HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE Executive Director

Executive Administrative Assistant

Chief Financial Officer Legal Counsel Chief Operating Officer

544 Admin. Assistant/ Internal Admin. Assistant/ Human Resources Receptionist, STT Auditor Receptionist, STX Manager

Director Director Director Federal Director Planning Director Director Special Director Rental Collections/ Accounting Programs & Construction Homeownership Projects Properties Servicing Director, Federal C/S Processor Fiscal Capital Dev. & Program Construction Loan SP Coordinator Rental Housing III Officer Planning Specialist, STT Manager, STX Processor II, STT Coordinator

Home C/S Processor Accountant HOME/ CDBG Manager Construction SP Coordinator Tenant II II HOPE Manager Manager, STT Ownership II, STX Selection Coordinator II, Investigator Associate STT C/S Processor Accountant HOME Planner II Asst. Construct. Home SP Coordinator Program Ownership I II Associate Manager, STT I, STX Coordinator Coordinator I, Planner I STX C/S Processor Accountant Home Federal Ownership I I Program Spec. Coordinator I, STX

Virgin Islands Lottery Virgin Islands Lottery

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Other

Scope and Overview

The Virgin Islands Lottery Commission (VILC) was founded in 1957 and had its mandate amended in 1971 within Title 32, Chapter 13 of the Virgin Islands Code. The VILC is an instrumentality of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands and is the oldest continuous lottery of any state or Territory. For the past seventy-one (71) years the V.I. Lottery has been part of the social structure of the Territory of the U.S. Virgin Islands. From the beginning, the “Traditional” or “Passive Game” has been its staple, providing employment and a means of extra income for participants. The Lottery has experienced significant growth and development and has increased its portfolio of games as a value-added measure and as a means of increasing players satisfaction. As a result, the agency has become much more visible and is now a viable contributor to the economy of the U.S. Virgin Islands.

The VILC is the official lottery of the Virgin Islands and it is managed by an Executive Director, subject to the supervision of the Virgin Islands Lottery Commission. The Commission is comprised of the Department of Finance Commissioner, the Office of Management and Budget Director and five (5) appointed members. Each member of the Commission serves for a period of four (4) years. The Lottery Commission is the policy-making body and it provides advice and oversight on operating and administrative activities. The Commission is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations governing the establishment and operations of the Lottery. The rules and regulations may include, but are not limited to, lotteries conducted and classified as video gaming machines, slot machines, or any other similar type of gaming machines or devices.

The Executive Director is appointed by the Governor and serves at the pleasure of the Governor. The Lottery operates its funding sources as an enterprise fund similar to that of a private business. It utilizes the full accrual basis of accounting in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in the United States of America. The Virgin Islands Legislature exercises budgetary control over the Lottery.

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VIRGIN ISLANDS LOTTERY COMMISSION ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Governor

Lottery Commission

Special Assistant Executive Director

Director of Lottery Technology Data Processing Office Manager St. Croix Deputy Director

Chief Financial Ticket Sales & Prize Officer Accounts & Audits Payments

Administrative Services Director of Enforcement Drawing Operations

New Games & Research

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Virgin Islands Public Television System - WTJX Virgin Islands Public Television System - WTJX

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service

Scope and Overview

The Virgin Islands Public Television System (WTJX) came into existence through a proposal by Governor Ralph M. Paiewonsky and the creator of the Virgin Islands Public Television Commission in 1968. Governor Paiewonsky also requested a feasibility study to recommend the best structure for Public Television in the Virgin Islands.

The Virgin Islands Public Television System was established by Act No. 2364, by the Seventh Legislature of the Virgin Islands on November 13, 1968 as an independent, autonomous instrumentality. WTJX-TV, Channel 12, is run by a Board of Directors. The Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the System. The goal of the station is to advance the general welfare of the community through educational, cultural, and public affairs programs, both locally and nationally, for the Virgin Islands.

WTJX is an independent autonomous governmental instrumentality, with a federal tax exempt status. It maintains a separate legal existence from the Government of the Virgin Islands. WTJX operates as a non-profit Public Broadcasting System (PBS) station and is a member of the American Public Television System (APTS). As a PBS affiliate, WTJX is also linked to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Some oversight duties are exercised by the Government of the Virgin Islands’ Executive and Legislative Branches, which also appropriate and allot 85% of the funds for its operation. Like all Public TV stations, WTJX is regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). It was the FCC which granted the call letters WTJX: T for St. Thomas, J for St. John, and X for St. Croix.

In September 2005, four (4) digital channels were launched on Innovative Cable TV; and in January 2007 Channel 12, and its digital simulcast station, Channel 90, began to air twenty-four (24) hours a day. The other three (3) stations are: Channel 91, the PBS Kids Channel; Channel 92, the Signature Channel; and Channel 93, the Educational Channel. These stations provide children’s programs, educational programs, and uninterrupted signature programs to the community.

On June 9, 2006, WTJX erected a 250-foot Communications Tower. This tower will provide better television reception, especially for viewers on St. Croix.

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ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE Board of Directors

Executive Director

Executive Assistant

Board Secretary Librarian

St. Croix Production Senior Program Business Operations Manager Chief Engineer Producer Manager Manager Manager

Production Assistant Chief Receptionist Producer Traffic Officer Fiscal Officer Supervisor Engineer Broadcast Interstitial Procurement/ Producer Crew Chief Engineer Producer Computer Officer Production Production Broadcast Coordinator Engineer Technician I, II & III Production Crew Chief Tech. I & II Development Information Officer Technology Operations Production Production Specialist Engineer Assistant I & II Production Tech. I & II

Production Assistant I & II

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Election System of the Virgin Islands Election System of the Virgin Islands

ORGANIZATIONAL TYPE: Service and Enforcement/Regulatory

Scope and Overview The Election System of the Virgin Islands (ESVI) was created through Act 936 on, February 20, 1963, by the Legislature of the Virgin Islands. The Authority for the Election System of the Virgin Islands is derived from Title 18 of the Virgin Islands Code. The statute establishes the organizational structure of the agency, which is comprised of four divisions: Joint Boards of Elections, St. Thomas-St. John District Board of Elections, St. Croix District Board of Elections, and the Office of the Supervisor of Elections. Each District Board of Elections consist of seven (7) members elected from the respective districts for a four (4) year term; the St. Thomas-St. John District must include two (2) members who reside on the island of St. John. The Boards are the policy making bodies of the Election System of the Virgin Islands.

The Office of the Supervisor is charged with the day to day administration of the Election System. The areas of concentration are: voter registration, election management, candidate nomination process, financial disclosure, voter information education and preparation for the implementation of the Primary, and General Elections.

The Election System of the Virgin Islands (ESVI) is committed to its mission to provide American citizens, age 18 and over, with the mechanism to exercise their right to vote as stipulated in the United States Constitution. To fulfill its mission and achieve performance goals, ESVI continues to promote consistent administration of all elections; to protect the integrity and transparency of the election process; and to improve public trust and confidence.

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ELECTION SYSTEM OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE Elected Board Members

Supervisor of Elections

Deputy Supervisor of Deputy Supervisor of Elections STT-STJ Elections STX

Administrative Administrative Assistant STX Assistant STT/STJ

Proposed Senior Proposed Senior Elections Assistant Elections Assistant STX STT/STJ

Election Assistant Election Assistant Election Assistant Election Assistant

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ENABLING LEGISLATION

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Career Incentives Program

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act amending V.I. Code Ann. tit. 3, §570 to change the compensation structure in the career incentive pay program from pay differentials to a one-time bonus payout for specific law enforcement personnel.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

BE IT ENACTED by the Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1. Title 3, Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 25, Section 570, Subsection (a) is amended by deleting “pay differentials” and inserting the phrase “a one-time bonus”.

SECTION 2. Title 3, Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 25, Section 570, Subsection (b) is deleted in its entirety and the following is inserted:

(b) Each such employee delineated in subsection (a) of this section shall be eligible to receive an one-time bonus, as delineated in the table below, for obtaining a college degree in the following fields: police science, fire service, criminal justice, forensic science, sociology, corrections, fire prevention, computer science, accounting, public administration, business administration, psychology/social work.

Educational Incentive Bonus Schedule Degree Earned Classified Exempt Associate’s Degree (Level 1) $ 8,000 $ 4,000 Bachelor’s Degree (Level 2) $ 15,000 $ 7,500 Master’s Degree (Level 3) $ 20,000 $ 10,000 Doctoral Degree (Level 4) $ 25,000 $ 15,000

SECTION 3. Title 3, Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 25, Section 570, is further amended by adding a new subsection (c) to read as follows:

(c) Each such employee delineated in subsection (a) of this section shall be eligible to receive a one-time bonus, as delineated in the table below, for obtaining a college degree in a field not listed in subsection (b):

Educational Incentive Bonus Schedule Degree Earned Classified Exempt Associate’s Degree $ 4,000 $ 2,000 Bachelor’s Degree $ 7,500 $ 3,750 Master’s Degree $ 10,000 $ 5,000 Doctoral Degree $ 15,000 $ 7,500

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SECTION 4. Title 3, Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 25, Section 570, subsection (c) is renumbered as subsection (d); subsection (d) is renumbered as subsection (e); and subsection (e) is renumbered as subsection (f).

SECTION 5. Title 3, Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 25, Section 570, Subsection (c) is amended by deleting the phrase “pay differentials” and inserting “a one-time bonus”.

SECTION 6. Title 3, Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 25, Section 570, Subsection (d) is amended by deleting the first sentence and by replacing the phrase “pay differentials” with “one-time bonus”.

BILL SUMMARY

The bill changes the career incentive program by replacing the pay differential with an one-time bonus to eligible law enforcement personnel who seek higher education to increase his/her knowledge, proficiency, ability, skill and qualifications in the performance of his/her official duties.

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Deferment of the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority Stamp Tax Transfer

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act amending Title 33, Section 130 to temporarily defer the thirty (30%) percent of the stamp tax proceeds which accrue to the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority from the General Fund.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1.Notwithstanding Title 33 Virgin Islands Code, Section 130, one hundred percent (100%) of the proceeds of the stamp tax shall be deposited into the General Fund of the Treasury of the Government of the Virgin Islands during Fiscal Year 2013.

BILL SUMMARY

The purpose of this measure is to temporarily defer the accrual of thirty percent (30%) stamp tax proceeds to the account of the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority due to the current fiscal constraints of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands.

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Malpractice Insurance Policy

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act to eliminate the Government of the Virgin Islands’ obligation to pay one-half the malpractice insurance premiums for those physicians engaged in their own private practice, in addition to working with Government of the Virgin Islands.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1.Title 27, Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 1, Subchapter IX, Section 166e(a)is amended by deleting the second sentence. SECTION 2. Title 27, Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 1, Subchapter IX, Section 166e(a)(2) is deleted in its entirety.

BILL SUMMARY

The bill seeks to shift the full cost of malpractice insurance premiums to those physicians who are engaged in private practice, in addition to working for the Government of the Virgin Islands.

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Change Cost Share Health Insurance Premiums

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act authorizing a cost sharing increase to the amount paid by the Government employees for Health Insurance and to authorize the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to adjust appropriation levels to facilitate the reduction.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1. Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, Act No. 6582, Section 6 is hereby amended by deleting “sixty-five” and replacing it with “sixty” and deleting “thirty-five” and replacing it with “forty”. SECTION 2. The increase in employees’ contribution for retired employees shall become effective on October 1, 2012. SECTION 3. The increase in employees’ contribution for active employees shall become effective July 1, 2012. SECTION 4. The Director of the Office of Management and Budget is authorized to adjust the appropriation levels of departments and agencies to facilitate the reduction.

BILL SUMMARY

The bill reduces, by five percent (5%), the health insurance premium paid by the Government of the Virgin Islands on behalf of its employees and increases by five (5%) the employee’s contribution. The current health insurance premium cost is 65% / 35% pursuant to Act No. 6582.

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Night Differential BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act amending Title 3, Chapter 25, Section 559, to delete subsection (c).

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The Virgin Islands: SECTION 1: Title 3, Chapter 25, Section 559 is amended by deleting subsection “( c )”.

BILL SUMMARY

The Bill amends Title 3, Section 559 to delete the requirement that any employee assigned to regular scheduled work between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., shall be paid a night differential.

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The Medical Assistance Program

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act amending Title 19 Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 17 to replace the “Department of Health” with the “Department of Human Services” as the Single State Agency with the powers and duties to establish, continue, manage, operate and administer a program of medical care to individuals and families whose income and resources are insufficient to meet the cost of the necessary medical care.

PROPOSED BY: GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1. Title 19, Chapter 17, of Virgin Islands Code, is amended in the following instances: Section 278 [Medical care for needy; Federal aid] is amended by striking the language “Department of Health” contained therein and inserting “Department of Human Services” in its place.

SECTION 2. Effective October 1, 2012, all functions, powers, duties, and obligations of the Bureau of Health Information and Medical Assistance (“BHIMA”) program, previously vested in the Department of Health, are hereby transferred to and vested in the Department of Human Services.

SECTION 3. Effective October 1, 2012, and for purposes of the transition, employees of the Bureau of Health Information and Medical Assistance (“BHIMA”) program shall be considered employees of the Department of Human Services and shall retain their rights under the territory’s personnel system or pertinent bargaining agreement, and their service shall be deemed continuous. This Section does not grant employees any new rights or benefits not otherwise provided by law or bargaining agreement or preclude the Commissioner of the Department of Human Services from exercising any of the prerogatives of management or as otherwise provided by law. This Section is not an amendment to or substitute for the provisions of any existing collective bargaining agreements.

SECTION 4. Effective October 1, 2012, whenever the Department of Health is referred to or designated by any contract or other document in connection with the functions, powers, duties, and obligations of the Bureau of Health Information and Medical Assistance (“BHIMA”) program transferred to the Department of Human Services, such reference or designation shall apply to the Department of Human Services. All contracts entered into by the Department of Health prior to this act, in connection with the functions, powers, duties, and obligations of the Bureau of Health Information and Medical Assistance (“BHIMA”) program transferred to the Department of Human Services are hereby recognized, with the Department of Human Services succeeding to all rights and obligations under such contracts. Any cash funds, custodial funds, gifts, trusts, grants, and any appropriations of funds from prior fiscal years available to satisfy obligations incurred under such contracts shall be transferred and appropriated to the Department of Human Services for the payments of such obligations.

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SECTION 5. Effective October 1, 2012, all licenses, certificates, registrations, permits, seals, or other forms of approval issued by the Department of Health in accordance with the functions, powers, duties, and obligations of the Bureau of Health Information and Medical Assistance (“BHIMA”) program transferred to the Department of Human Services shall remain valid as issued under the name of the Department of Health unless revoked or their effectiveness is otherwise terminated as provided by law. All documents and records transferred, or copies of the same, may be authenticated or certified by the Department of Human Services for all legal purposes.

SECTION 6. Effective October 1, 2012, no suit, action, or other proceeding, judicial or administrative, lawfully commenced prior to this act, or which could have been commenced prior to that date, by or against the Department of Health, or its Commissioner, officer, director, or employee thereof in such officer’s or employee's official capacity or in relation to the discharge of his or her official duties, shall abate by reason of the transfer of the functions, powers, duties, and obligations of the Bureau of Health Information and Medical Assistance (“BHIMA”) program from the Department of Health to the Department of Human Services; and Department of Human Services shall assume the role of the Department of Health in defending against any such actions or suits; provided, however, nothing herein shall alter the duties of the Attorney General to appear for and represent the executive branch of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands before the courts in all civil proceedings in which the said Government, or any executive department, board, commission, agency, instrumentality or office thereof is interested as set forth in Title 3, Section 114 of this Code.

SECTION 7. Effective October 1, 2012, all items of property, real and personal, including office furniture and fixtures, books, documents, and records of the Department of Health pertaining to the functions, powers, duties, and obligations of the Bureau of Health Information and Medical Assistance (“BHIMA”) program hereunder, shall become the property of the Department of Human Services.

BILL SUMMARY

This Bill seeks to amend Title 19 of the Virgin Islands Code as it relates to the Department of Health’s designation as the Single State Agency responsible for the United States Virgin Islands Medical Assistance Program, and to transfer the authority, powers, responsibilities and duties of such Medical Assistance Program from the Department of Health to the Department of Human Services, which shall, from the date of the enactment of this bill, be the Single State Agency designated henceforth to prepare, modify, manage and administer the territory’s Medicaid Plan and related procedures necessary to assure Federal financial participation under Title XVIII and Title XIX of the Social Security Act and any laws amendatory thereto that may hereafter be enacted.

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Workers’ Compensation Administration BILL NO.29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act amending Title 24 of the Virgin Islands Code, the Workers’ Compensation Administration.

PROPOSED BY: GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1. Chapter 11, Title 24 of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows:

(i) Strike section 251a in its entirety and insert a new section 251a to read as follows: § 251a. Definitions and Applications (a) As used in this chapter – i. “Administrative Law Judge” means one who presides at an administrative hearing pertaining to Workers’ Compensation claims, with power to administer oaths, take testimony, rule on questions of evidence, regulate the course of proceedings, and make determinations of fact. ii. “Alien” means a person who is not a citizen, or a national or a resident of the United States. Any person not a citizen or national of the United States who relinquishes or is about to relinquish his residence in the United States shall be regarded as an alien. iii. “Average weekly wage” means the average weekly wage in the Virgin Islands as determined by the Commissioner as follows: (a) On or before June 1st of each year, the total wages reported on contribution reports to the Employment Security Agency for the preceding calendar year shall be divided by the average monthly number of insured workers. The average annual wage thus obtained shall be divided by 52 and the average weekly wage thus determined rounded to the next highest dollar. The average weekly wage as so determined shall be applicable for the full period during which income benefits are payable, when the date of occurrence of injury or of disablement in the case of disease, falls within the calendar year commencing January 1, following the June 1st determination. iv. “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of Labor. v. “Continuous income benefits” means compensation for permanent total disability. vi. “Death” means death resulting from an injury. vii. “Disability” means, except for purposes of Scheduled Income Benefits, a decrease of wage earning capacity due to injury. Wage earning capacity prior to injury shall be the employee’s average weekly wage. Wage earning capacity after the injury shall be presumed to actual earnings after the injury. This presumption may be overcome by showing that these earnings after injury do not fairly and reasonably represent wage earning capacity, and in such cases, wage earning capacity shall be determined in the light of all factors and circumstances in the case which may affect the injured worker’s capacity to earn wages. viii. “Employee” means any person, including a minor, employed under any appointment or contract, express or implied, oral or written, or in the service of any employer. ix. “Employer” means the Government of the Virgin Islands, all public and quasi-public corporations, any person or body of persons whether incorporated or not, any partnership or association, contractors and subcontractors. 560

x. “Income benefits” means compensation for temporary total or partial disability. xi. “Injury” means any harmful change in the human organism arising out of and in the course of employment, including damage to or loss of a prosthetic appliance, but does not include any communicable disease unless the risk of contracting such disease is increased by the nature of the employment. xii. “Death” means death resulting from an injury. xiii. “Disability” means, except for purposes of Scheduled Income Benefits, a decrease of wage earning capacity due to injury. Wage earning capacity prior to injury shall be the employee’s average weekly wage. Wage earning capacity after the injury shall be presumed to be actual earnings after the injury. This presumption may be overcome by showing that these earnings after injury do not fairly and reasonably represent wage earning capacity, and in such cases, wage earning capacity shall be determined in the light of all factors and circumstances in the case which may affect the injured workers’ capacity to earn wages. xiv. “Medical Services” means medical, surgical, dental, hospital, nursing and medical rehabilitation services. xv. “Rehabilitation income benefits” means compensation during the time an employee is undergoing vocational rehabilitation. xvi. “Scheduled income benefits” means compensation for permanent partial disability. xvii. “Wages” means, in addition to money payments for services rendered, the reasonable value of board, rent, housing, lodging, fuel or similar advantage received from the employer, and gratuities received in the course of employment from other than the employer. xviii. “Workers’ Compensation Law” includes “Occupational Disease Law”.

(b) This chapter shall be applicable to all employers who employ one or more employees affected by this chapter, whatever their wages may be, except that – i. in administering this section in the case of employers not normally affected by this chapter, temporary employment outside the usual course of the employer’s business shall be considered on its own footing, without regard to the regular employment rolls of the employer; and ii. if such temporary employment is affected by this chapter, it shall not cause to be affected the regular employment not usually affected.

i. Any person employed as a domestic servant in a private home. ii. Any person employed, for not exceeding 10 consecutive work days, to do maintenance, repair, remodeling, or similar work in or about the private home of the employer, or, if the employer has no other employees subject to this act, in or about the premises where such employer carries on his trade, business or profession. iii. Any person performing services in return for aid or sustenance received from any religious or charitable organization. iii. Any person for whom a rule of liability for injury or death is provided by the laws of the United States.

(e) Contractors shall be liable for reimbursement to the Government Insurance Fund for benefits given under this chapter to all employees of their uninsured subcontractors during such time as the employee is actually doing work for the benefit of the contractor.

(f) By consent, both of employer and employees concerned, and under regulations to be prescribed by the Commissioner, an employer and his employee or employees exempt under this chapter may

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elect to accept the terms and conditions hereof. Employers and employees making such election shall be entitled to all rights and privileges of and shall be subject to all obligations imposed by this chapter. Individual proprietors and members of partnerships may also elect to be covered under this chapter under regulations to be prescribed by the Commissioner.

(f) (1) The provisions of this chapter shall apply to all accidents occurring within the Virgin Islands and to accidents occurring to employees of the Government of the Virgin Islands who are engaged in duly authorized business of the Government outside the Virgin Islands. (2) If an employee, while working outside the territorial limits of the Virgin Islands, suffers an injury on account of which he, or in the event of his death, his dependents would have been entitled to the benefits provided by this chapter had such injury occurred within the Virgin Islands, such employee, or in the event of his death resulting form such injury, his dependents, shall be entitled to the benefits provided by this chapter, provided, that at the time of such injury (A) his employment is principally localized in the Virgin Islands, or (B) he is working under a contract of hire made in the Virgin Islands in employment not principally localized in any state, or (C) he is working under a contract of hire made in the Virgin Islands in employment principally localized in another state whose worker’s compensation law is inapplicable to his employer, or (D) he is working under a contract of hire made in the Virgin Islands for employment outside of the United States, for the first 90 days of such employment. (3) The payment or award of benefits under the Workers’ Compensation law of another state, territory, province or foreign nation to an employee of his dependents otherwise entitled on account of such injury or death to the benefits of this chapter shall not be a bar to a claim for benefits under this chapter; provided that a claim under this act is filed within two years after such injury or death. If compensation is paid or awarded under this chapter: (A) The medical and related benefits furnished or paid for by the employer under such other Workers’ Compensation law on account of such injury or death shall be credited against the medical and related benefits to which the employee would have been entitled under this chapter had claim been made solely under this chapter; (B) The total amount of all income benefits paid or awarded the employee under such other Workers’ Compensation law shall be credited against the total amount of income benefits which would have been due the employee under this chapter, had claim been made solely under this chapter; (C) The total amount of death benefits paid or awarded under such other Workers’ Compensation law shall be credited against the total amount of death benefits due under this chapter. (D) A person’s employment is principally localized in this or another state when (A) his employer has a place of business in this or such other state and he regularly works at or from such place of business, or (B), if clause (A) of the foregoing is not applicable, he is domiciled and spends a substantial part of his working time in the service of his employer in this or such other state. (E) An employee whose duties require him to travel regularly in the service of his employer in this and one or more other states may, by written agreement with his employer, provide that his employment is principally localized in this or another state, and unless such other state refuses jurisdiction, such agreement shall be given effect under this chapter. (ii) Strike section 251b in its entirety; (iii) Strike section 251c in its entirety; (iv) Strike section 251d in its entirety.

SECTION 2. Title 24, Chapter 11, of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: Section 252 (a) is hereby amended as follows: (i) Delete the second sentence in its entirety and insert in lieu thereof “Compensation shall begin on the seventh day after the date of the injury if disability occurs for 10 days or longer from the date of injury”. (ii) Delete the fourth sentence in its entirety.

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SECTION 3. Title 24, Chapter 11, of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: (i) Section 254c is amended by deleting the second sentence in its entirety and insert in lieu thereof “Income benefits under this subsection shall be paid for a maximum of 120 weeks, upon reaching Maximum Medical Improvement, or if the injured worker qualifies for Social Security Benefits, whichever is sooner”.

SECTION 4. Title 24, Chapter 11, of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: (i) Section 256 is amended by deleting the existing subsection (a) and insert in lieu thereof a new subsection (a) to read as follows: “(a) The provisions of this chapter shall be administered uniformly throughout the Virgin Islands by an administrator under the general supervision of the Commissioner of Labor. The administrator assigned to administer this chapter shall devote his full time to such duties and shall have the power to compile a register of employers affected by this chapter for that purpose; to inspect and examine places of employment, receive claims in writing, to notarize claims and other pertinent documents filed with the Workers’ Compensation Administration, to prescribe rules and regulations, make studies of safety devices and to issue safety orders to employers, and to bring suit on behalf of the Department of Labor or in the name and on behalf of any beneficiary.

SECTION 5. Title 24, Chapter 11, of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: (i) Amend section 257(b) by inserting the following sentence after the second sentence ending with the word “employee”, “However, an employer shall be fined $250 for its failure to file an Employer’s First Report and Employee’s Notice of injury or Occupational Illness.”

SECTION 6. Title 24, Chapter 11, of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: (i) Section 273(b) is amended by deleting “$8,424” and inserting in lieu thereof “$15,080”.

SECTION 7. Title 24, Chapter 11, of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: (i) Section 281 is deleted in its entirety.

SECTION 8. Title 24, Chapter 11, of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: (i) Section 285 is amended by inserting a new subsection (b) and renumbering the remaining sections respectively. The new subsection shall read “Benefits are suspended if an injured person is cleared by his physician to work, is offered work by his employer consistent with his rehabilitation plan, but refuses to work.”

SECTION 9. Title 24, Chapter 11, of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: (i) Section 287(c) is amended by deleting the words “Board of Directors” and inserting in its place the word “Administrator”.

SECTION 10. Title 24, Chapter 11, of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: (i) Section 288(a) is amended by deleting the words “Board of Directors” and inserting in lieu thereof the word “Administrator”.

SECTION 11. Title 24, Chapter 11, of Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: (i) Section 288(c) is amended by deleting the words “board member”.

SECTION 12. Chapter 11, Title 24, Virgin Islands Code is amended as follows: (i) Section 288(e) is amended by deleting the words “Board of Directors” and inserting in lieu thereof the word “Administrator”.

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Bill Summary

Section 1 repeals the requisite for a Board of Directors. Section 2 creates a seven day waiting period. An injured person shall receive disability income retroactively if disability continues 10 days or longer from the date of injury. Since the vast majority of injuries are minor and lost time is minimal a waiting period is used to limit disability payments to the more serious injuries. Section 2 also deletes coverage for injuries sustained when someone travels to and from work and to and from an eating establishment. Section 3 reduces the time that one may receive disability income benefits to a time certain. Section 4 deletes any references to a Board of Directors. Section 5 levies a $250 fine on employers who fail to file employer’s first report and Employee’s Notice of injury. Section 6 increases the base wage to coincide with the current minimum wage rate. The base wage is used to calculate premiums. Section 7 repeals WCA coverage for person engaged in public recreational activity. Section 8 suspends benefits to an injured employee who refuses offer to work that is consistent with a rehabilitation plan. Section 9 thru 12 repeals any reference to a board of directors and instead refers to an administrator.

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The Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act re-designating the “Department of Housing, Parks, and Recreation” as the “Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation”

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1.(a) The “Department of Housing, Parks, and Recreation” is re-designated as the “Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation”. (b) Any references other than historical to the “Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation” or to the “Commissioner of the Department of Housing, Parks, and Recreation” in any statute, rule, regulation, certification, directive, instruction, order pertaining to such statutes, or other official paper in force on the effective date of this Act, shall be deemed to refer and apply to the “Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation” or the “Commissioner of the Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation”, respectively.

BILL SUMMARY

Pursuant to Act No. 6973, all responsibilities and duties of the Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation relating to housing under Title 3, Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 18, were transferred to the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority. Consequently, the new name designation accurately reflects the current mandate, duties and responsibilities of the department.

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Estate Mars Hill Multi-Purpose Indoor Complex

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act appropriating funds from the St. Croix Capital Improvement Fund for a multipurpose complex in Estate Mars Hill

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1.The sum of $2,000,000 is appropriated, in the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, from the St. Croix Capital Improvement Fund to the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority for architectural services, engineering services, and infrastructure work on a multi-purpose indoor complex in Matricula 22-Estate Mars Hill.

BILL SUMMARY

The funding from the St. Croix Capital Fund is necessaryto assist in the pre-construction phase for a multipurpose indoor complex in Matricula 22-Estate Mars Hill.

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Appropriations from the Union Arbitration Fund BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act appropriating funds from the Union Arbitration Award and Government Employees Increment Fund as a contribution to the General Fund for reimbursement of litigation fees and to fund the the Witness Protection Program

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1.Notwithstanding Title 33, Section 3066(b), the sum of $250,000 is appropriated from the Union Arbitration Award and Government Employees Increment Fund to the General Fund to fund the Witness Protection Program within the Department of Justice in the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013.

SECTION 2.Notwithstanding Title 33, Section 3066(b), in the fiscal year ending September 30, 2013, the sum of $800,000 is appropriated from the Union Arbitration Award and Government Employees Increment Fund to the General Fund as reimbursement of an appropriation made in Section 1(A) of Act No. 7254 for costs associated with the litigation of Tax Reform Act of 1986, Section 28(A).

BILL SUMMARY

The Union Arbitration Award and Government Employees Increment Fund is tapped to fund the Witness Protection Program within the Department of Justice and the operations of the Office of Collective Bargaining. Additionally, there is an appropriation to reimburse the General Fund for a prior appropriation to pay litigation costs associated with the Tax Reform Act of 1986, Section 28(A).

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The V.I. Cultural Heritage Institute

BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act abolishing the Virgin Islands Cultural Heritage Institute.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1.Virgin Islands Code Title 3, Chapter 22, Section 408 is deleted in its entirety.

SECTION 2. Virgin Islands Code Title 1, Chapter 11, Section 200(b) is amended by striking the term “the Virgin Islands Cultural Heritage Institute”.

SECTION 3.Virgin Islands Code Title 3, Chapter 22 is amended by striking the term “Virgin Islands Cultural Heritage Institute” in every place where the term appears throughout this chapter.

BILL SUMMARY

The functions, goals and objectives of the Virgin Islands Cultural Heritage Institute are similar to the Cultural Education Division, which is housed within the Department of Education. As the sole employee within the Institute has retired, the Institute is now a non-functioning entity.

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Fixed Salary Adjustments BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act to preclude a legal right for previous salary reductions and to hold salaries at the 2011 levels for purposes of collective bargaining negotiations, step increases or salary adjustments

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

WHEREAS, the United States Virgin Islands was faced with financial uncertainty in Fiscal Year(s) 2011 and 2012 as a result of the international economic recession; and

WHEREAS, the economic indicators for the United States Virgin Islands presented a picture of decreased economic activity in the Territory for Fiscal Year(s) 2011 and 2012, and possibly beyond, and

WHEREAS, in light of the precarious financial condition of the Territorial government, the 29th Legislature passed Act No. 7261, also known as the “Virgin Islands Economic Stability Act of 2011”; and

WHEREAS, the Act provided for an 8% salary reduction for all Government employees within the executive and legislative branches; and

WHEREAS, the 8% salary reduction provision is set to expire on July 3, 2013; and

WHEREAS, the global economic crisis continues unabated and economic indicators for the United States Virgin Islands still reflect a challenging economic environment compounded by the closing of the Hovensa Refinery on the island district of St. Croix; and

WHEREAS, in light of the continued challenging nature of the economic environment, the Government of the Virgin Islands must control salary compensation outlays;

Now Therefore, Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1 (a). Notwithstanding the provisions of Title 24 Virgin Islands Code, Section 20; Title 3 Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 25; Title 24 Virgin Islands Code, Chapter 14 or any other law to the contrary, all Government employees in the executive and legislative branches, whose salaries are set to be reinstated to their 2011 levels when the 8% salary reduction sunsets on July 3, 2013, shall not be entitled to a salary adjustment for the period of July 4, 2011 to July 3, 2013 nor shall the Government of the United States Virgin Islands incur such an obligation.

(b) The pre 8% reduction from 2011 salary levels of the aforementioned employees shall be the established baseline salary point for any future collective bargaining negotiations, step increases, or salary adjustments.

(c) Government employees earning twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) or less, who were not affected by the 8% salary reduction, likewise shall not be entitled to a salary adjustment for the period of July 4, 2011 to July 3, 2013 and their current salary level shal be the establishment baseline salary point for any future collective bargaining negotiations, step increase, or salary adjustments.

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BILL SUMMARY

The purpose of this measure is to preclude any effort by government employees to claim a legal right to reimbursement for previous salary reductions and to hold salary levels at the 2011 levels.

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Expansion of Public Television Channel - WTJX BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

Amendments to Title 30, Section 151, et. seq to permit the expansion of Public Television Channel WTJX into other media formats in addition to television and to change the designation of General Manager to Chief Executive Officer.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1. Title 30, Section 151(c) is amended by deleting “television” wherever it appears and replacing with “broadcast”.

SECTION 2. Title 30, Section 152 is amended as follows: i. At subsection (a) by deleting the word “television” in the second sentence, and replace with “broadcast.” ii. At subsection (c) by deleting the word “Manager” and replacing with “Chief Executive Officer.”

SECTION 3. Title 30, Section 201 is amended as follows: i. At subsection (a) by inserting “Director of the Office of Management and Budget, President of the University of the Virgin Islands” after “Chairman of the Board of Education”; and by deleting the last sentence of subsection (a) in its entirety and inserting “In addition, the Chief Executive Officer shall be a member ex officio of the Board, but shall not be entitled to vote thereon.” ii. At subsection (c) by inserting “and/or radio” in the second sentence after “television”.

SECTION 4. Title 30, Section 202(c) is amended in the first sentence by deleting “the Manager” and inserting in its place “Chief Executive Officer” and in the second sentence by deleting “, including ex officio members, ”

SECTION 5. Title 30, Section 202(e) is amended in the first sentence by deleting “General Manager” and inserting in its place “The Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer”; and after “System,” delete“ and such other officers, agents, or employees, permanent or temporary”; and is amended in the second sentence by deleting “General Manager” and inserting “Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer”.

SECTION 6. Title 30, Section 202(f) is amended in the first sentence by deleting “Manager” and inserting in its place “Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer”; and by deleting the second sentence in its entirety.

SECTION 7. Title 30, Section 203(a) is amended in the first sentence by adding, after “public television” the phrase “and radio”; and by inserting “and radio” after then extreference to “television”.

BILL SUMMARY This bill amends existing legislation to permit the expansion of WTJX into other media formats, changes the General Manager position into the Chief Executive Officer and changes the non-voting status of two WTJX Board Members.

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Government Health Insurance for Retirees of Semi-Autonomous Agencies BILL NO. 29- TWENTY-NINTH LEGISLATURE OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS REGULAR SESSION 2012

An Act assigning to semi-autonomous agencies the legal obligation to pay the employer costs of the Government Health Insurance coverage for retirees of the respective semi-autonomous agency.

RECOMMENDED BY THE GOVERNOR

Be It Enacted By The Legislature Of The United States Virgin Islands:

SECTION 1.Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the semi-autonomous entities listed below will be solely responsible for the employer cost share for retiree Health Insurance coverage and the GASB 45 Post Employment Liability, for their retired employees:

(i.) Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority (ii.) Virgin Islands Housing Authority (iii.) Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (iv.) Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (v.) University of the Virgin Islands (vi.) Virgin Islands Public Finance Authority (vii.) Virgin Islands Lottery (viii.) Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority (ix.) Magens Bay Authority (x.) Virgin Islands Port Authority (xi.) Virgin Islands Public Services Commission (xii.) Virgin Islands Government Employees Retirement System (xiii.) Juan F. Luis Hospital (xiv.) Roy Lester Schneider Hospital (xv.) St. Thomas East End Medical Center (xvi.) Frederiksted Health Care, Inc.

BILL SUMMARY

The proposed legislation seeks to make the autonomous entities indicated responsible for the health insurance costs of their retired employees rather than the current situation of having the central government become responsible for those health insurance costs by default.

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GLOSSARIES

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Glossary Glossary

Actual The year –to-date closing balance of the account for the period designated.

Adjusted Balance The gross, total or net balance that has been adjusted to reflect a change (For example, Adjusted General Fund balance – reflects a change in the general fund total that may not be otherwise adjusted elsewhere).

Adjusted Gross Revenue The total of all funds to include appropriated (general and local), non-governmental (hospital revolving), and non-appropriated (all others to include federal funds) and any adjustments to the general fund.

Administrative Transfer A transfer of allotted departmental resources which requires only the approval of the Office of Management and Budget and/or the Governor; these transfers can only be effectuated if no funding restrictions are imposed by the Legislature on appropriations. As in the case of a lump sum appropriation or modified line item appropriation.  Types of Administrative Transfer of Resources include the following: 1) Lateral transfers: between the same sub-accounts and/or low orgs (activity centers); 2) Vertical transfers: among different sub-accounts and/or low orgs (activity centers); 3) Lateral and vertical transfers: between and among the same and different sub-accounts and/or low orgs (Activity center). (Lump sum appropriation) Allocation A distribution of funds, or an expenditure limit, established for a department or agency.

Allotment A portion of an appropriation to be expended for a particular purpose during a specified time period.

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) It is an unprecedented effort to jumpstart our economy, save and create millions of jobs, and put a down- payment on addressing long-neglected challenges so our country can thrive in the 21st century.

Appropriation A legal authorization granted by a legislative body to make expenditures and to incur obligations for specific purposes. An appropriation is usually limited in amount and as to the time when it may be expended.

Appropriation Transfer A reprogramming of funds as authorized by Title 2, Chapter 2, Section 28(b), Virgin Islands Code, which can only be effectuated through a departmental request transmitted through the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, to the Governor and from the Governor to the Legislature for final approval.  The following type of transfers requires the approval of the Legislature as a Whole: 1) Transfers between two different funds 2) Transfers from one department to another

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Appropriation Transfer (continues) The following transfer requires the approval of the Legislature, Committee on Finance:  Transfers between budgeted line items or organizations (activity centers) within the same department and fund.

Balanced Budget When the general fund projected revenues or general fund net revenues equals projected expenditures, plus or minus transfers to or from other funds and financial sources (uses).

Baseline Current level at which the organization is performing.

Benchmark A standard or point of reference used in measuring and/or judging quality value.

Budget A plan of financial operations, embodying an estimate of projected expenditures for a given period, and the corresponding proposed resources for funding the same.

Budget Adjustments Changes to appropriations (Budgets) to include supplements, decreases or reprogramming, including appropriation transfers and apportionments.

Budget Category An account in which the aggregate is recorded for all related objects (e.g. personal service cost is a budget category that is supported by the related individual detailed objects such as classified, unclassified and part-time).

Calendar Year January 1st to December 31st of the same year.

Capital Improvement Capital Improvements are defined as physical assets, constructed or purchased, that have a useful life of ten (10) years or longer. Exceptions have been made for inclusion of a few projects that do not meet the above criteria, for example, ADA para-transit vans, to make them more visible to the public and the Legislature.

Capital Outlays Expenditures which result in the acquisition of or addition to fixed assets. They should be classified under the following objects: land; buildings; improvements other than buildings; machinery and equipment.

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Central Service Cost Allocation Plan Comparable to the college and university long form, each central service is treated as a separate cost pool and distributed to each operating department or agency it serves. This distribution is accomplished through billing rates or particular services rendered (e.g. cost per mile for use of a motor vehicle, dollar per audit, or computer usage rates) or through an allocation basis on an indication of use (e.g. accounting based on the number of transactions or checks written or occupancy based on square footage or space occupied). The costs distributed through the central service cost allocation plan are subsequently included in the department’s indirect cost proposal or included where they can be identified with a grant as a direct cost.

Chart of Accounts A list of all asset, liability, fund balance, revenue, and expense accounts.

Debt Service Fund A fund established to account for the accumulation of resources for, and the payment of, general long- term debt principal and interest.

Department An organization within the Executive Branch, which under general laws, an independent existence, and the authority to receive and expend appropriations as set by the law.

Effectiveness Measure An indication of the degree to which a program will achieve its objective.

Encumbrance The purchase in an expense account at the time an item is ordered. The Encumbrance reduces the available budget by the purchase amount.

Expenditure A transaction resulting in the disbursement of cash.

Federal Funds Contributions of cash or other assets from the federal government to be used or expended for a specific purpose, activity, or facility.

Fiscal Year A 12-month period to which the annual operating budget applies and at the end of which a government determines its financial position and the results of its operations. For example, the Government of the Virgin Islands’ fiscal year begins on October 1st, in one calendar year and ends on September 30th in the ensuing calendar year.

Function A group of related activities aimed at accomplishing a major service or regulatory program for which a government is responsible. For example, public safety is a function.

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Fund A fiscal and accounting entity with a self-balancing set of accounts recording cash and other financial resources, together with all related liabilities and residual equities or balances, and changes therein, which are segregated for the purposes of carrying out specific activities or attaining certain objectives in accordance with special regulations, restrictions, or limitations.

Fund Balance The total available amount in a fund.

General Fund The fund used to account for all financial resources except those required to be accounted for in another fund.

General Fund Gross Revenues General fund revenues plus contributions (transfers in) and other financing sources; before any deductions of expenses (e.g. before deductions of tax refunds, infrastructure subsidy, debt services, or amounts owed to other entities or instrumentalities), transfer outs or other financing uses.

General Fund Net Revenues General fund revenues plus contributions (transfers in) and other financing sources less deductions for expenses such as tax refunds, infrastructure subsidy, debt services, or amounts owed to other governmental entities or instrumentalities; transfer outs or other financing uses.

In-Kind “Cost Sharing or Matching” means the value of the third party in-kind contributions and the portion of the costs of a federally assisted project or program not borne by the Federal Government.

Indirect Cost State and local governments incur administrative costs at two levels. The first is the so-called executive or central administrative level of costs such as central budgeting, accounting (comptroller), personnel (civil service), legal services, (attorney general), facilities operations and maintenance, and the motorpool (general services administrations). The second level is the operating departments or agencies (health, roads, social services, education, police, fire, etc.) and consists of the overhead costs incurred at this level (salaries and wages of the department heads and their administrative staffs, the departmental accounting and budgeting offices, etc.) Because of this layering, state and local governments prepare two types of proposals: a central service cost allocation plan and an indirect cost proposal. “Indirect Cost” is an accounting term used to describe a process of assigning (or charging) costs that are common to two or more of a grantee’s projects or operations. As a general rule, the cost of building occupancy, equipment usage, procurement, personnel administration, accounting, and other overhead activities are charged to grants and contracts as indirect costs. They are not substantially different from direct costs. If one wanted to incur the time and bookkeeping expense, all indirect cost could be treated as direct. Grantees must be consistent in treating costs as direct or indirect under grants. Once a decision is made by a grantee to treat a cost either as direct or as indirect, it must be treated that way for all projects and principal activities of the organization, regardless of the source of funding. From a grantee’s point of view, the determining factor for treating a cost as direct or indirect should be practicability and the potential for reimbursement as a change to an outside funding source.

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Low Org Low Orgs are levels of organization that has no sub-units reporting to it.

Net Revenues Gross or total revenue less any deductions for expenditures (expenses).

Non-Governmental Funds Funds generated and utilized by a semi-autonomous or autonomous instrumentality that are not managed by the Government. (e.g. Hospital Revolving Funds utilized by Juan F. Luis Hospital and Schneider Regional Medical Centers)

Object One of a group of related accounts which support in detail the summaries recorded in a budget category. The individual accounts for personal service costs such as unclassified and part-time are examples.

Object Code The segment of the account number that reflects the object of expenditure of source of revenue.

Objective A task or group of tasks undertaken in order to achieve a stated goal.

Org An abbreviation for organization. It is the level within an organization at which costs are accumulated and associated with a purpose; or to carry on an activity or operation, or to complete a unit of work or a specific job. For example, in the Department of Human Services, Office of the Commissioner is a Divisional Org. and Personnel and Labor Relations is an Activity Org.

Org Code A code representing the segments of an account number.

Option Used to provide additional management reporting, e.g., physical location, job classification, or the types of services rendered. Options may be specific to an activity center, division or department.

Other Funds Funds used to account for financial resources not accounted for in the General Fund. For example, the internal service fund accounts for the financing of goods or services provided by one department or agency primarily or solely to other departments or agencies of the government unit, or to other governmental units, on a cost-reimbursed basis.

Output A description of the level of activity or effort that will be produced or provided over a period of time by a specified date, including a description of the characteristics and attributes (e.g. timeliness) established as standards in the course of conducting the activity or effort.

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Performance Budget A budget presentation that clearly links performance goals with costs for achieving targeted levels of performance. In general, a performance budget links strategic goals with related long-term and annual performance goals and with the costs of specific activities that contribute to the achievement of those goals.

Performance Goal Sets a target level of performance that is expressed as a tangible, measurable objective, against which actual achievement can be compared, including a goal expressed as a quantitative standard, value, or rate. Performance goals can be either outcome or output goals.

Performance Measures (aka indicators, metrics) A quantitative or qualitative characterization of performance such as an indicator, statistic or metric used to gauge program performance.

Performance Target A quantitative level of performance desired.

Period A month within a fiscal year; noted by a number, 1 through 12. Also periods of SOY (Start of Year), and 13 representing the reserve or EOY (End of Year).

Prior Approval “Prior Approval” means documentation evidencing consent prior to incurring specific cost.

Program A plan or system involving the expenditure of resources under which action may be taken to provide public goods or services. Programs are usually the lowest level of an organization at which cost data and evaluation measures are maintained.

Program Income Program income means gross income received by the grantee or subgrantee directly generated by a grant supported activity, or earned only as a result of the grant agreement during the grant period. “During the grant period” is the time between the effective date of the award and the ending date of the award reflected in the final financial report.

Project Code A segment of the account number used to identify a particular capital project.

Projection The estimate budget for the upcoming year.

Revenues Inflows or other enhancements of resources of an organization or a settlement of its obligations (or a combination of both) during a period from delivering and or producing goods, rendering services or other activities that constitute the organization’s ongoing or central operations.

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Roll –Up Code A code which links an account with other accounts for the purpose of calculating available budget.

Segment A component of an account number, for example, the fund segment.

Spending Plan Various patterns by which revenue and budgeted expenditures are allocated across accounting periods.

Strategic Goal Broad long-term organizational statement of desired future performance. A statement of purpose that is measurable, but not measured directly.

Strategic Management An integrated approach for leading and managing.

Strategic Objective Broad time-phased statement of measurable accomplishment required to realize the successful completion of a strategic goal.

Workload Efficiency Measure A key indicator of the degree to which a program economically manages the workload associated with meeting its objective, usually expressed in terms of cost per unit or work or output.

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Description of Funds Description of Funds

Adult Education Fund

The Adult Education Fund was created pursuant to Title 17, Chapter 21, Section 242, Virgin Islands Code (VIC). All the tuition fees paid by the students attending evening classes shall be deposited in the Adult Education Fund. Monies shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance exclusively for use of the adult education program established and authorized by the Commissioner of Education.

Agriculture Revolving Fund

The Agriculture Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3018, VIC. The fund shall consist of all revenues derived from the sale of agricultural products, livestock feeds, fruit trees, ornamentals, animals and water, and the rental of agricultural equipment; and all revenue from the rental or lease of government-owned lands for farming. All monies pertaining to the fund shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance, exclusively for the expenditures of the Department of Agriculture for the purchase of seeds, fertilizers, insecticides, fungicides and other agricultural and farm equipment, for the production and encouragement of temporary agricultural workers for planting and reaping.

Anti-Litter and Beautification Fund

The Antilitter and Beautification Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 3, Section 42, VIC. It consists of advance disposal fees required to be credited to the fund and other amounts appropriated thereto from time to time by the Legislature. No money in the fund shall be available for expenditure except as appropriated annually by the Legislature and disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance for the following purposes: establishment of recycling programs and redemption centers; reimbursement of redemption centers, established under Title 19, Section 1557a, for sums paid in exchange for materials turned in for recycling in an amount to be determined by the Anti-litter and Beautification Commission; roadside cleanup and beautification; removal and disposal of abandoned vehicles; increased enforcement of anti-litter laws; anti-litter educational campaigns; administration and expenses in an amount not to exceed 13% of the deposits to the fund in any fiscal year; and such other purposes or activities of the Anti-litter and Beautification Commissions as are consistent with the purposes of Title 19, Chapter 56, VIC. Act No. 6638 transferred the administration of the fund to the direction of the Waste Management Authority.

Budget Stabilization Fund

The Budget Stabilization Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111 Section 3100m. Its source of revenue is an annual appropriation of not less than $10,000,000 or any fiscal year end surplus within the Treasury of the Virgin Islands. Funds can be transferred from the Budget Stabilization Fund for the purpose of offsetting any deficit in the General Fund at the end of a fiscal year which occurs when the sum in the General Fund is less than the appropriations during a fiscal year, to offset a temporary shortfall in the General Fund caused by lagging revenue collections or to provide emergency funding for disaster recovery in a state of emergency declared by the Governor. Any funds in excess of 5% of the total appropriations from the General Fund for the fiscal year in progress must be applied to the Government’s long-term debt, unfunded pension liability, and bond indebtedness. The Commissioner of Finance shall disburse monies in the Fund upon the authorization and direction of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Any sum used to offset a temporary shortfall must be repaid to the Fund by the end of the fiscal year. The Commissioner of Finance and the Director of the Office and Management and Budget shall submit a report of any allocations, expenditures and obligations to the Governor and the Legislature within 60 days after disbursement.

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Description of Funds

Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fund

The Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fund was created pursuant to Act No. 6761, Section 232. The fund shall consist of all monies received as fees collected by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles under the provisions of Title 20, Chapter 39 of VIC and any sums appropriated by the Legislature. Upon the certification of the Director of the Motor Vehicles, the Commissioner of Finance shall disburse the greater of 10% of the fund or $1,000,000 for the purchasing of supplies, equipment and personnel services and the operating expenses of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

Business and Commercial Properties Revolving Fund

The Business and Commercial Properties Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 31, Chapter 21, Section 202, VIC, as a separate and distinct fund within the Treasury of the Virgin Islands. Its source of revenues is rentals and other income derived from the properties managed by the Department of Property and Procurement. There is appropriated annually from the Business and Commercial Properties Revolving Fund, funds that are necessary for the management of properties, services, materials and other costs connected with such properties.

Caribbean Basin Initiative Fund

The Caribbean Basin Initiative Fund was created pursuant to 26 USC (Public Law 98-67). Its source of revenues is the total excise tax revenue, collected by the U.S. Excise Tax Division on all non-US rum imported into the United States, which is annually rebated to the United States Virgin Islands. This funding is appropriated by the Legislature as a contribution to the General Fund.

Casino Revenue Fund

The Casino Revenue Fund was created and established in the Department of Finance pursuant to Title 32 section 515 and 516(a) (1) VIC. Monies in this fund shall be appropriated exclusively for the following purposes: 15% to hospitals and health; 18% to education; 20% to the Department of Housing, Parks & Recreation; 10% to Agriculture; 5% to tourism and casino promotion; 8% to the Union Arbitration and Increment Fund; 1% to VI Bureau of Internal Revenue; 5% to the University of the Virgin Islands; 10% to the Casino Control Commission; 5% to Public Safety; 1% for Gambling Addiction and Education Programs; and 2% for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of two historic districts towns in St. Croix.

Central Motor Pool Fund

The Central Motor Pool Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3044, VIC for the acquisition, identification, operation, maintenance, storage, supervision, control and regulation of all the territorial government-owned motor vehicles. It consists of all sums appropriated by the Legislature and from the proceeds of all sales of government-owned motor vehicles. The Fund shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance at the direction of the Commissioner of Property and Procurement.

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Description of Funds

Central Warehousing and Inventory Fund

The Central Warehousing and Inventory Fund was created pursuant to Title 3, Chapter 13, Section 220, VIC. The Director of the Office of Management and Budget is authorized to transfer to the Department of Property and Procurement in whole or in part the amount appropriated for materials, equipment or supplies in any fiscal year to any department or agency of the executive branch or any board or commission which transfer shall be for the purpose of procurement of materials, supplies, equipment, parts and other operating tools for all departments, agencies, boards and commissions of the Government of the Virgin Islands. The purpose of the fund shall be to facilitate prompt payment of bulk purchases where such prompt payment will result in a discount of the purchase price. The Commissioner of Property and Procurement shall insure a steady supply of materials, supplies, equipment, parts and other operating tools of each department, agency, board and commission within each fiscal year to the next.

Consumer Protection Fund

The Consumer Protection Fund was created pursuant to Title 33 Chapter 111, Section 3062 VIC to protect the public from fraud, confusion, deception, misrepresentation and other fraudulent practices within the market place. It consists of all sums appropriated by the Legislature and all fines and penalties imposed by courts and the Commissioner of Licensing and Consumer Affairs for violations of the Consumer Protection Laws of Title 12A, VIC. Monies shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance, upon the authorization of the Commissioner of the Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs.

Corporation Division Revolving Fund

The Corporation Division Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3085, VIC. The fund shall consist of ten percent (10%) of the total monies collected by the Division of Corporation of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, including ten percent (10%) of all fines and penalties, and such sums appropriated by the Legislature, all of which shall remain available until expended. Monies shall be disbursed from the fund by the Commissioner of Finance, upon the authorization and direction of the Lieutenant Governor, for the purpose of purchasing and maintaining microfilm and data processing equipment, and purchase of related supplies and equipment, for staffing and other necessary equipment and services may be determined by the Lieutenant Governor.

Crime Prevention/Prosecution Fund

The Crime Prevention/Prosecution Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3051, VIC for the purpose of discharging the Department of Justice Law’s responsibility for criminal law enforcement and prosecution and for extradition of fugitives to and from other jurisdiction. It consists of sums appropriated by the Legislature; all fines imposed by courts for violations of Title 14 of the VIC; sums collected from forfeited bail, proceeds from public sale of confiscated property and sale of donated properties; and grants, contributions for the purpose of this Fund. Monies shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance upon the authorization of the Attorney General.

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Description of Funds

Crisis Intervention Fund

The Crisis Intervention Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3091. It consist of monies appropriated to and deposited into the Crisis Intervention Fund each year from the Caribbean Basin-Initiative Fund and the Internal Revenue Matching Fund as authorized by law and other sums appropriated by the Legislature. Monies shall be disbursed from the fund by the Commissioner of Finance, upon the authorization of the Commissioner of the Department of Human Services, for the purpose of funding programs relating to family and youth crisis intervention services and disbursement of grants to authorized youth organizations as provided by law. However, not more than twenty percent (20%) of the monies disbursed from the Crisis Intervention Fund shall be used for personnel services.

Data Processing Revolving Fund

The Data Processing Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3016, VIC. It consists of all monies paid or otherwise made available to the Government of the Virgin Islands for the development of Data Processing Systems, or in payment for data processing services provided to agencies and departments or instrumentalities. The Fund shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance exclusively for the expenditure of the Department of Finance for any and all supplies and equipment, contractual services and other necessary services as may be incidental thereto for the operation and maintenance of Data Processing Services within the Department of Finance.

Emergency Housing Fund

The Emergency Housing Fund was created pursuant to Title 21, Chapter 29, Section 206 VIC. The sum of $150,000 shall be appropriated from the General Fund of the Treasury of the Virgin Islands. The Fund shall be expended for the construction and operation of emergency housing as authorized in Sections 201-205 of Title 21; for the stimulation of private home construction through programs authorized by the Governor; and for the improvements to housing developments under the jurisdiction of the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority.

Emergency Services Fund

The Emergency Service Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3099, VIC and amended by Act No. 6333, Section 29. It consists of all the proceeds from the emergency surcharges added to any telephone, electrical, sewage or other utility bill or tax schedule; grants, donations and gifts specifically for the use set forth of this fund; and all sums appropriated by the Legislature. Monies in the Emergency Services Fund shall be expended by the Commissioner of Health, the Commissioner of Police or the Director of the Fire Services for the purchase of equipment, professional services or supplies necessary to provide, maintain and improve the emergency medical services, fire services or 911 emergency services and equipment.

Financial Services Fund

The Financial Services Fund was created pursuant to Act No. 6727, Section 15. The fund shall consist of all monies collected by the Division of Banking and Insurance of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor pursuant to Title 9, VIC and such sums as appropriated by the Legislature, all of which remain available until expended. Monies shall be disbursed from the fund by the Commissioner of Finance, upon authorization and direction of the Lieutenant Governor, for the purpose of providing staffing and services, purchasing and maintenance of equipment and for such other utilization as may be determined by the Banking Board of the Virgin Islands.

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Description of Funds

Fish and Game Fund

The Fish and Game Fund was created pursuant to Title 12, Chapter 1 Section 81, VIC. It consists of all the proceeds from all hunting and firearms licenses, all excise taxes on firearms, parts ammunition, all fines imposed by the courts for violations of the fish, game or conservation laws. The Commissioner of Finance is directed to maintain and disburse upon the request of the Commissioner of Planning and Natural Resources, only for the purpose of wildlife restoration projects and in administering and enforcing fish, game and conservation laws.

Fire Service Emergency Fund

The Fire Service Emergency Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3032, VIC. The fund shall consist of all sums appropriated thereto from time to time by the Legislature and all monies collected from inspections of buildings and premises and all fees and charges collected for fines and charges for permits, certified copies of reports and other services provided by the Virgin Islands Fire Service. The monies in the fund shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance, upon authorization by the Director of the Virgin Islands Fire Service for payments of extraordinary expenses incurred in fighting fires and other emergencies involving the Virgin Islands Fire Service. The fund may also be utilized for the hiring of fire inspectors and for purchasing firefighting equipment and supplies.

Government Insurance Fund

The Government Insurance Fund was created pursuant to Title 24, Chapter 11, Section 265, VIC. It consists of all premiums received and paid into the fund by Virgin Islands employers, of properties and securities acquired by the fund and of interest earned upon monies belonging to the fund. This fund shall be administered by the Commissioner of Finance and shall be used for the payment of lost wages sustained on account of injuries on the job, as well as medical expenses related thereto.

Health Revolving Fund

The Health Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3017, VIC. It consists of all revenues derived from the Department of Health and medical fees which are authorized to be charged for dental and medical services; all payments by the Department of Human Services under its contract with the Department of Health covering medical care for the aged; all sums reimbursable to the Department of Health of the Virgin Islands from Federal Grants-in-Aid Programs, for costs of services rendered to all eligible patients receiving outpatient services from the Department. The Governor, upon the recommendation of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and with the approval of the Legislature or the Finance Committee of the Legislature, if the Legislature is not in session, is hereby authorized to make transfers from the Health Revolving Fund to the General Fund.

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Description of Funds

Home for the Aged Revolving Fund

The Home for the Aged Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 34, Chapter 1, Section 18, VIC. The fund shall consist of all sums appropriated thereto from time to time by the Legislature; payments and contributions received from the residents of the homes or the relatives responsible by law for the residents support for the actual cost of maintaining residents at the homes; and any gifts or bequests. Monies shall be disbursed from the fund by the Commissioner of Finance, upon authorization from the Commissioner of Human Services for the purpose on maintaining and operating the homes and may be utilized to purchase equipment therefore; provided however, that monies from gifts and bequests may be expended only in accordance with any instructions or directions from associated therewith. All monies in the fund shall remain available until expended.

Homestead and Home Loan Fund

The Homestead and Home Loan Fund was created pursuant to Title 3, Chapter 13, Section 218, VIC, for the purpose of assisting qualified applicants to construct their homes and related purposes as authorized by the law. It consists of monies derived from the sale of land, interest on loans, and other monies, bonds and other sureties which may be appropriated by the Legislature. All the monies shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance.

Indirect Costs of Grants-in-Aid Fund

The Indirect Costs of Grants-in-Aid Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3025, VIC. It consists of all eligible grants-in-aid payment of allowable indirect cost of such grants. The Indirect Cost Fund shall be utilized for the purpose of improving federal grants administration and management in the Territory and increasing Virgin Islands’ participation in Federal grant-in-aid programs, including but not limited to, grant, budget and accounting assistance, grant proposal development, grant management training, special studies and acquisition of equipment intended for the improvement of central administration, accounting or reporting of Federal grant programs, and for other purposes.

Funds deposited into the Indirect Cost Fund may be appropriated annually by the Legislature to support all operating expenses including salaries, for the Office of the Federal Programs Coordinator, to support federal programs activities established within the various departments or agencies of the Government receiving Federal grants assistance, and for grant-in-aid matching purposes when other matching fund sources are not available pursuant to an office budget prepared by the Federal Programs Coordinator.

Interest Earned on Bond Proceeds

The Interest Earned on Bond Proceeds Fund was created to be expended on purposes deemed appropriate as specified by the Legislature of the Virgin Islands.

Interest Revenue Fund

The Interest Revenue Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3026a,VIC, which established the Interest Revenue Fund to provide the accounting mechanism for the collection and disbursement of unrestricted funds as they relate to interest earned. All revenues of the Government of the Virgin Islands derived from interest earned on deposits of governmental funds, except interest earned

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on funds which the government holds or administers as custodian or trustee, or any interest revenues which by law are covered into other special funds of the Treasury are deposited into this fund. Therefore, no funds are available for expenditure except as provided by the Legislature, who appropriates amounts as a contribution to the General Fund.

Internal Revenue Matching Fund

The Internal Revenue Matching Fund was created pursuant to Section 28 Revised Organic Act of 1954, which authorizes the receipt of revenues transferred and paid to the Government of the Virgin Islands as a result of excise taxes imposed by the U.S. Treasury Department and collected during the fiscal year under the Internal Revenue Laws of the United States on certain products produced in the U.S. Virgin Islands and exported to the United States. The current source of revenue is excise taxes collected by the United States Government on rum products produced in the Virgin Islands and exported to the United States. Amounts can be expended as may be determined by the Legislature, but subject to prior pledges to bond holders.

Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) Fund

The JROTC Fund was established as a distinct fund within the Treasury of the Virgin Islands pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3078, VIC. The fund shall consist of all sums appropriated by the Legislature, all gifts, bequests or contributions made to the fund and all federal money returned to the local government as reimbursement of salaries for JROTC instructors. Monies shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance, upon the certification of the Commissioner of Education for the purpose of JROTC activities including the cost of travel for cadets, purchase of equipments, supplies and other related expenditures.

Land Bank Fund

The Land Bank Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3004, VIC. It consists of the proceeds of all sales of real property belonging to the Government of the Virgin Islands, except such proceeds as are specifically reserved for the Moderate Income Housing Fund created by Section 4 of Act No. 1927, which were approved April 18, 1967, and such proceeds as are required to be deposited into the Housing Construction Revolving Fund created by section 3058 of this title; all sums appropriated thereto from time to time by the Legislature; all amounts borrowed and transferred thereto pursuant to law. Also, monies pertaining to the Land Bank Fund shall be available for purchases, authorized by law, of real property (including improvements thereon) for purposes of public housing, outdoor recreation, conservation, or any other public uses or purposes.

Legal Publications Revolving Fund

The Legal Publications Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 3, Chapter 3, Section 34, VIC. The fund constitutes all of the monies received by the Office of Legal Publications in payment for publications from any purchase including the Government of the Virgin Islands, its agencies and department together with any donations, gifts, and grants received by the Office of Legal Publications as well as any annual appropriations for the operation of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor. All monies shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance exclusively for the expenditure by the Lieutenant Governor for any and all supplies and equipment, contractual services and other services for the operation and maintenance of the Office of Legal Publications.

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Moderate Income Housing Fund

The Moderate Income Housing Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 33, Section 3027, VIC. The fund shall consist of all sums appropriated by the Legislature; the proceeds of all sales or rentals of moderate income housing; gross receipts tax up to $250,000 annually; all amounts transferred by the Governor from the Emergency Housing Fund in accordance with the provision of Chapter 2 of Title 29; and all amounts borrowed pursuant to the provisions of Section 191(h) of Title 29. Monies of the Fund shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance, for the payment of annual installments and for repayment on the principal and interest on loans authorized by law from the reserves of the Employee’s Retirement System of the Government of the Virgin Islands. The balance of monies of the Fund shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance, upon the certification by the Commissioner of Housing, Parks and Recreation for the purpose of carrying out provisions of Chapter 1, Title 29 of the Virgin Islands Code and for use in connection with moderate income housing projects.

Molasses Subsidy Fund

The Molasses Subsidy Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3036 VIC. The Fund shall consist of monies appropriated by the Legislature and shall remain available until expended. Monies from the Fund shall be paid to established industries engaged in the processing of molasses into rum within the Virgin Islands.

Natural Resources Reclamation Fund

The Natural Resources Reclamation Fund was created pursuant to Title 12, Chapter 21, Section 911, VIC. The Fund shall consist of permit and other fees and fines paid pursuant to the provision of Title 12, Chapter 21 other funds appropriated by the Legislature. However, if the Fund balance equals to $275,000, all monies in excess of the $75,000 shall be deposited in the General Fund. The Commissioner of Finance is directed to maintain and authorize the disbursements of the Fund upon the certification of the Commissioner of Planning and Natural Resources.

Personalized Licensed Plate Fund

The Personalized Licensed Plate Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3065, VIC. Monies collected from the sale of licensed plates shall be deposited into the Fund and shall be appropriated annually. The Commissioner of Finance shall disburse 50% of the Fund upon the certification of the Commissioner of the Virgin Islands Police Department and the remaining 50% shall be deposited into the General Fund.

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged Fund

The Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged Special Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3073, VIC. The fund shall consist of all sums appropriated thereto from time to time by the Legislature and 15% of the total revenues collected by the Virgin Islands Lottery pursuant to Act No. 6645. The funds shall be used to provide financial assistance to certain individuals (60) years of age and over for their acquisition of prescription drugs, including refills of prescription drugs

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Public Services Commission Revolving Fund

The Public Services Commission Revolving Fund was established in the Treasury of the Virgin Islands as a special revolving fund pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3077, VIC. All monies therein shall be used exclusively to pay the necessary and proper expenses of the Public Services Commission. The Fund shall consist of all sums appropriated thereto by the Legislature and all fees which are derived from annual assessments of utilities up to the ceiling amount established in Title 30, Section 25a, subsection (b), VIC which fees shall be deposited into the Fund. All monies contained in the Fund shall constitute the annual budget of the Commission.

Sewer Waste Water Fund

The Sewer Waste Water Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3076, VIC. It consists of all sums received under the user charge system established by Titles 19 and 33, VIC, all sums appropriated thereto from time to time by the Legislature, and all sums received from departments and agencies of the United States Government for the maintenance and operation of the public sewer waste water system. Monies deposited in the Fund shall be appropriated annually and disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance, at the direction of the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority, for the operation, parts, supplies, maintenance, related expenses, control and regulation of the public sewer waste water system.

Solid Waste Revolving Fund

The Solid Waste Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3100c, VIC. It consists of all sums appropriated thereto by the Legislature of the Virgin Islands, and all funds authorized by law or regulation to be collected by the Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority for solid waste disposal. Monies in the fund shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance upon authorization by the Department of Public Works for the maintenance of solid waste disposal sites.

St. Croix Capital Improvement Fund

The St. Croix Capital Improvement Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 11, Section 3087, VIC. It consists of sums appropriated by the Legislature and all gifts, contributions and bequests of all monies made thereto. The fund shall also consist of an annual appropriation of $2,000,000 from the Internal Revenue Matching Fund. All monies deposited into the fund shall be appropriated by law exclusively for capital improvement projects on the island of St. Croix, and shall remain available until expended.

St. John Capital Improvement Fund

The St. John Capital Improvement Fund was created as a separate and distinct fund in the Treasury of the Virgin Islands pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3057, VIC. All monies deposited in such fund shall be appropriated by law exclusively for capital improvements projects, road maintenance, solid waste collection and disposal, and for the maintenance and operation of the sewage system on the island of St. John. The source of revenue for this fund is all payments made by the Government of the United States to the Government of the Virgin Islands in any fiscal year as payment in lieu of taxes on property owned by the Government of the United States. Further, in each fiscal year, $1.5 million of the amount collected by the Government of the Virgin Islands as taxes on real property shall be deposited into this fund.

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Tax Assessor’s Revolving Fund

The Office of the Tax Assessor’s Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 87, Section 2456, VIC. The fund shall consist of one percent (1%) of the real property taxes collected annually by the Commissioner of Finance or an amount not to exceed $500,000 per annum and such sum appropriated by the Legislature, all of which shall remain available until expended. Monies shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance upon the authorization of the Lieutenant Governor for the purpose of purchasing and maintaining data processing equipment, for staffing and training of personnel and for the purchase and procurement of supplies, equipment and professional services determined by the Lieutenant Governor for maintaining and improving the Office of the Tax Assessor.

Taxi License Fund

The Taxi License Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3067, VIC. It consists of all monies required to be covered into the fund in accordance with Title 20, Section 435, VIC. No money in the fund shall be available for expenditure except as appropriated from the fund for the operation of the Virgin Islands Taxicab Division of the Department of Licensing and Consumer Affairs, or for other purposes as specified by law.

Territorial Scholarship Fund

The Territorial Scholarship Fund was created pursuant to Title 17, Chapter 15, Section 171, VIC. It consists of all such funds, donations, gifts, devises, bequests, and all other kinds of contributions of real or personal property, from persons, corporations, partnerships, trust funds, charitable or other organizations, domestic, national or foreign, as may be made to the said fund from time to time and any other sums covered into the fund pursuant to law, as well as any contributions to the said funds as may be appropriated by the Legislature. The fund shall also consist of an annual appropriation of a sum of not less than $15,000, from the budget of the Government. The Commissioner of Finance shall be the trustee of the fund and shall make such scholarship grants and loans out of the Fund as may be authorized by the Virgin Islands Board of Education.

Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund

The Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3072, VIC. Monies deposited in the Fund shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance, upon warrant of the Commissioner of Tourism, exclusively for utilization of the Department of Tourism for advertising of the Territory as a tourist destination and for industrial promotion; provided, however, not less than five percent (5%) of the annual receipts shall be expended for destination promotion of the District of St. Croix and the District of St. Thomas/St. John. There are three sources of funding as follows:

Title 33, Chapter 3, Section 55, states that “Every individual, firm, corporation, or other telephone company engaged in the business of providing telecommunication service in the Virgin Islands shall pay a monthly telephonic long-distance surtax of two and one-half percent (2.5%) on the total charges of all telecommunication long-distance calls originating from or terminating in the Virgin Islands from such service provider facilities”. Of the funds collected pursuant to this section sixty-five percent (65%) shall be deposited into the Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund.

Title 33, Chapter 3, Section 54, states that “Every guest of a hotel as defined above shall pay to the Government of the United States Virgin Islands a tax to be collected and remitted to the Government by hotels or innkeepers at the rate of ten percent (10%) of the gross room rate or

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rental”. The Director of Internal Revenue shall cover all payments made pursuant to this section into the Tourism Advertising Revolving Fund established pursuant to section 3072 of this Title.

Title 9, Chapter 11A, Section 133, states that “Any bank or foreign bank operating or sharing the use of a consumer fund transfer facility may impose a reasonable financial transaction fee for the use of an automated teller machine by account holders of banks, foreign banks or other financial service providers other than the local banks”. One- half of such fees shall be paid not less than quarterly by such bank or foreign bank to the Commissioner of Finance for deposit within the Tourism Revolving Fund established pursuant to Title 33, Section 3072, VIC.

Transportation Revolving Fund

The Transportation Revolving Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3071, VIC. It consists of all sums appropriated thereto from time to time by the Legislature and all sums received form departments and agencies of the Government for utilization, maintenance and repair of vehicles within the Central Motor Pools. Monies deposited in the fund shall be appropriated annually and disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance, at the direction of the Commissioner of the Department of Property and Procurement, for the operation, maintenance, control and regulation of Government motor vehicles within the Central Motor Pools and the reimbursement of employees for use of personally owned motor vehicles.

Transportation Trust Fund

The Transportation Trust Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3003(a), VIC. It consists of taxes collected pursuant to Title 33, Sections 91 (a) and 91 (b), VIC; all fines imposed by the courts for violation of traffic laws; all highway users’ taxes collected in the Virgin Islands on automobiles and trucks under the provisions of Title 33, Chapter 4, VIC; and all driver’s license fees and motor vehicle registration fees collected in the Virgin Islands under the provisions of Title 20, Chapter 39, VIC. Also, monies in the Transportation Trust Fund shall be distributed as required to make all payments of principal premium, if any, and interest on the bonds of the Virgin Islands Public Finance Authority payable from the Transportation Trust Fund, in the amounts required by any resolution, indenture or bond declaration entered into with respect to such bonds in an amount equal to the lesser of such surplus or the amount of driver’s license fees and motor vehicle registration fees collected in the Virgin Islands under the provisions of Title 20, Chapter 39, VIC, and deposited in the Transportation Trust Fund pursuant to Section 3003a, subsection (b), paragraph (4), to the General Fund; and the remaining amount of such surplus, if any, to the Road Fund.

Union Arbitration Award and Government Employees Increment Fund

The Union Arbitration Award and Government Employees Increment Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3066, VIC. It consists of sums appropriated by the Legislature; all sums repaid to the Government by the Water and Power Authority pursuant to Act No. 4923, as amended by Act No. 5101; and all sums collected by the Government in accordance with the “Tax Reform Act of 1986”, Public Law No. 99-514, Section 971 et. Seq. (1986) from corporations incorporated pursuant to section 28 (a) of the Revised Organic Act of 1954, as amended. Also, monies appropriated to the fund shall be used to satisfy binding arbitration awards granted to unionized employees; salary increments and position reallocations of non-unionized employees; for outstanding retroactive wage increases owed such employees whether or not awarded by arbitration; and for the administrative costs of the Public Employees Relations Board (PERB) and the Labor Management Committee.

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Virgin Islands Air Protection Fund

The Virgin Islands Air Protection Fund was created pursuant to Act No. 6011, Section 205, as amended by Act No. 6295, Section 6. Monies appropriated in this fund shall be used for the operating expenses, including wages and salaries, and other purposes of the Operating Permit Program, Department of Planning and Natural Resources and shall remain available until expended.

Virgin Islands Election Fund

The Virgin Island Election Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3005, VIC. The fund shall consist of the sums or otherwise appropriated by the Legislature; all payments made to the Territory under the federal Help America Vote Act of 2202; other amounts as maybe appropriated by law; and interest earned on deposits in the fund. The Commissioner of Finance shall provide for the administration of the Fund as a separate and distinct fund in the Treasury of the Government of the Virgin Islands. Funds shall be available for the expenditure and disbursement in accordance with the Help America Vote Act of 2002, P.L. 107-252 and shall remain available until expended.

Virgin Islands Insurance Guaranty Fund

The Virgin Islands Insurance Guaranty Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3061, VIC. Monies contained in this fund shall be used exclusively for transfer, as required, for the purpose of payment by the Virgin Islands Insurance Guaranty Association of the obligations of insolvent insurers in accordance with the provisions of Title 22, Chapter 10. The fund shall consist of amounts then on deposit, to (1) the Hurricane Hugo Insurance Claims Fund pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3061(a) of this code; (2) the Virgin Islands Insurance Guaranty Association, established pursuant to Title 22, Chapter 10 of this code; (3) the Commissioner of Insurance for payment of Hurricane Marilyn claims as authorized by law; and (4) the General Fund, up to the amount of franchise taxes deposited during such fiscal year into the fund pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3061(a)(b). In the event the balance in the Insurance Guaranty Fund equals or exceeds $10,000,000as amended by Act No. 7342, amounts in excess thereof shall be deposited, at the direction of the Commissioner of Finance, into the General Fund.

Voter Identification and Registration Fund

The Voter Identification and Registration Fund was created pursuant to Title 33, Chapter 111, Section 3097, VIC. The fund shall consist of all sums appropriated thereto by the Legislature of the Virgin Islands, and all funds authorized by law or regulation to be collected by the Office of Supervisor of Elections in the administration of the Election System. Monies in the Virgin Islands Voter Identification and Registration Fund shall be disbursed by the Commissioner of Finance into an Imprest Fund Checking Account. The Supervisor of Elections shall be the sole authority empowered to write checks on the Imprest Fund Checking Account, and shall provide a monthly report detailing the amount, the nature and the justification for each item of expenditure, in addition to receipts and other documentation.

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LISTING OF DEPARTMENTS BY FUNCTION

GENERAL GOVERNMENT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

110 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 700 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 200 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR 710 SCHNEIDER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 210 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET 710 JUAN F. LUIS HOSPITAL 230 VI TERRITORY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY 720 DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES 260 BUREAU OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 220 DIVISION OF PERSONNEL TRANSPORTATION, FACILITIES AND COMMUNICATION 280 OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL 290 OFFICE OF VETERANS AFFAIRS 610 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 300 OFFICE OF LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR 620 WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY 340 BUREAU OF INTERNAL REVENUE 350 VIRGIN ISLANDS INSPECTOR GENERAL CULTURE AND RECREATION 360 BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES 370 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR 840 DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS, PARKS AND RECREATION 380 DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS 920 DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM 390 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 600 DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY AND PROCUREMENT AUTONOMOUS AND SEMI-AUTONOMOUS AGENCIES 830 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF THE GOVT OF THE VI PUBLIC SAFETY VIRGIN ISLANDS PORT AUTHORITY VIRGIN ISLANDS WATER AND POWER AUTHORITY 150 BUREAU OF CORRECTIONS VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY 240 VIRGIN ISLANDS FIRE SERVICES ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 500 VIRGIN ISLANDS POLICE DEPARTMENT VIRGIN ISLANDS HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY 800 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND NATURAL RESOURCES VIRGIN ISLANDS LOTTERY COMMISSION VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC TELEVISION EDUCATION ELECTION SYSTEM OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

330 BOARD OF EDUCATION OTHER 400 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 900 UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS MISCELLANEOUS

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Acknowledgements Acknowledgements

All Staff of the Office of Management and Budget

Department of Property and Procurement  Division of Printing

Division of Personnel  Mr. Kenneth Belle, MIS Administrator  Mr. Cordell Rhymer, Network Systems Manager  Ms. Nora Jane Hendrickson, Help Desk Specialist

Bureau of Economic Research  Mr. Wharton Berger, Director

Office of the Governor  Legal Counsel

Members of the Governor’s Financial Team

Cover Louis Ible, Jr., Creative Arts and Design Studio

Contact Office of Management and Budget, OMB Tel: 340-774-0750 Fax: 340-776-0069

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