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Coral Bay Residents Agree on Needs Coral Bay Community Council officials recently released the results of the group’s Community Visioning Survey which included some surprises. See story on Page 4. Answers from more than 200 residents were used to form the graph, above, which illustrates what people like least about the area including the lack of a gas station and the location of the dumpsters.

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Coral Bay Community Council officials are looking for volun- teers this month to help remove all the remaining signs and sign posts from the NOAA – ARRA stormwater projects. The group will reuse the posts for fence posts and sign posts at the wetlands corner park in Coral Bay. Residents are asked to bring the posts and still usable signs to the CBCC parking lot and office by July 31. For more information on how to help call CBCC at 776-2099.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in con- junction with the Island Green Building Association will host a Green Construction Training seminar on Tuesday, July 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Ursula’s multipurpose center. This one-day workshop is free. Engineers, architects, landscap- ers, contractors, equipment operators, and anyone else who is interested is welcome to attend. Representatives from IGBA and NOAA, as well as local green construction experts, will discuss topics including landscaping, building green in the USVI, and the reality of going green. The workshop will include a field trip to local construction sites, where attendees can view and evaluate the St. John Tradewinds News Photo by Bill Stelzer application of green practices.

Attendees will receive a participation reward from IGBA, a The Caneel Bay Resort Floupe, above, took first place in the St. John July Fourth $100 value. NOAA and IGBA are partnering to offer valuable Festival Parade. IGBA memberships, Tropical Residential Certification assistance, and green building consultation advice. Space is limited, and reg- istration is required for this free workshop. Register for this infor- mative and rewarding training before July 4 at www.horsleywitten. com/greenconstructiontraining/ or by emailing akitchell@horsley- Floupe Majorettes witten.com. 1- Caneel Bay 1- St. Thomas Majorettes 2- Westin Resort 2- Charming Twirlers 3- Hibiscus Dancers Traditional John’s Folly Learning Institute Summer Program is hosting a Troupes 1- Shaka Zulu delicious fund raiser on Saturday, July 27, starting at noon. 1- Under the Sea 2- Tropical Masqueraders Come on out and enjoy roast pork, baked chicken and fried 2- Gypsy Troupe grouper along with all the sides including macaroni and cheese, 3- Infernos Other fried plantains and more. Punch and dessert is included with each Love City Leapers meal. Mocko Jumbies Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit JFLI’s planned trip BVI Sky Dancers Individual to Ghana. For more information call 775-9594 or check out the Chester “The Mighty Groover” Brady website at www.johnsfolly.org. See you there!

Coral Bay Community Council is hosting an AIA workshop Tradewinds Publishing llc follow-up meeting on Monday, July 29, at 6 p.m. in room six at The Community Newspaper Since 1972 Guy Benjamin School. At the meeting, residents will discuss “Next Steps” based on the presentation of the American Institute of Architects and commu- Editor/Publisher NEWSLINE Subscriptions nity concerns from the May workshop which included more than MaLinda Nelson (340) 776-6496 U.S. & U.S.V.I. only [email protected] www.tradewinds.vi $90.00 per year 120 Coral Bay residents and property owners. [email protected] The Coral Bay Vision survey results, available at http://sdrv. News Editor Third Class PERMIT ms/13Tvo4K, will also be discussed. CBCC officials will also form Jaime Elliott ADVERTISING U.S. Postage PAID a Steering Committee of residents to lead those “Next Steps.” [email protected] [email protected] Permit No. 3 St. John, VI 00831 columnists CIRCULATION & Contributors Rohan Roberts © Copyright 2013 Andrea Milam, Mauri Elbel, Chuck All rights reserved. No reproduction Pishko, Yelena Rogers, Tristan MAILING ADDRESS of news stories, letters, columns, “No Fleas, Please,” the St. John Animal Care Center’s annual Ewald, Andrew Rutnik, Craig Tradewinds Publishing LLC photographs or advertisements flea market, will be Saturday, October 19, at the Winston Wells ball Barshinger, Bob Schlesinger, Jack P.O. Box 1500 allowed without written permission field from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Donated wares are now being ac- Brown, Mares Crane, Dan Boyd, St. John, VI 00831 from the publisher. cepted. Call the shelter at 774-1625 for information about pickup Bob Malacarne of furniture and volunteering to help with setting up the fair. St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013 3

By Jaime Elliott ticipate having responsive bidders, St. John Tradewinds but we’ve had other instances Department of Public Works of- where we have gotten zero respon- ficials continue to inch toward re- sive bidders.” pairing a heavily damaged section While Smalls did not have spe- of Centerline Road. cific information about the road Several sections of Center- repairs projects, several local con- line Road, the lone road connect- tractors have claimed that DPW’s ing Coral Bay to Cruz Bay, were bid package is a design build type. initially damaged in the wake of A design build package basically heavy rains from Tropical Storm means the contractor would have Otto in fall 2010. A section of Fish to plan how to repair the road, Bay Road was also damaged at which was supposedly what took that time. almost three years to get approval Almost three years later, a mid- from Federal Highway Adminis- May rainfall which sent large tration. chunks of asphalt fell down the “I’m hearing from bidders that hillside, made the situation even this is a design build contract,” worse. said a Coral Bay resident. “That A section of Centerline Road, would mean that bidders are going located near the Upper Carolina to be making recommendations subdivision turnoff, is now so un- St. John Tradewinds News Photo by Jaime Elliott on what solutions are going to fix dermined only one lane is pass- the road. This could explain why able and residents fear it will give Signs alert drivers of the single lane passable on Centerline Road near the Upper we’re hearing it’s going to take way entirely, making it impossible Carolina subdivision turnoff. six months before the road is re- to drive from Coral Bay to Cruz paired.” Bay. In the meantime, Coral Bay After the road was damaged in In June, signs announcing a “The next step is to evaluate the Centerline Road, he agreed that residents who commute to Cruz 2010, DPW officials placed - or single lane ahead were erected on bids and select the most respon- work could begin by mid-August. Bay and Coral Bay business own- ange cones and barriers in the af- either side of the affected area and sive bidder,” said Smalls. “Shortly “If we were going in mid-Au- ers who rely on delivery of food fected areas, yet no other actions last month officials installed speed thereafter, and we do have to go gust that would be great,” he said. and people over Centerline Road, had been taken until recently. bumps and an asphalt berm around through the whole contract, it is “I don’t want to put a date on it hope the lone road connecting the When the gaping hole near Up- the most severely eroded area to our objective to fast track the ex- because if I say August and then towns hold up until the repairs are per Carolina first appeared, DPW direct water away from the hole. ecution of the contract understand- we don’t start in August, that’s not complete. placed larger orange barriers in DPW’s plans, specifications ing the critical nature of that road- good.” the area. While more lasting re- and estimates for the project were way.” Once the bid packages come pairs were delayed due to stringent approved by Federal Highway Ad- “But obviously whoever is se- back, Smalls will have a better application requirements by the ministration officials on May 23. lected, they must have time to turn idea of a timeline, the DPW Com- Federal Highway Administration, Bid packages were finally is- in all the documents like insurance missioner explained. according to DPW officials, resi- sued in mid-June and this Tuesday, and things,” said Smalls. “And that “I won’t be able to be more dents kicked off a campaign to im- July 16, is the deadline to submit takes a few weeks.” definitive until the bids come in prove safety on the partially blind packages, explained DPW Com- While Smalls declined to sug- and we make sure we have a re- corner. missioner Darryl Smalls. gest a starting date for repairs to sponsive bidder,” he said. “We an-

By Jaime Elliott TS Chantal last week, St. John remained rela- formation from the agency. St. John Tradewinds tively dry. VITEMA Director Elton Lewis stood down Tropical Storm Chantal steered clear of the The fast moving storm did not affect any in- the St. Croix EOC early Wednesday morning, Virgin Islands last week as it churned south of coming or outgoing flights from Cyril E. King July 11. Lewis thanked the VITEMA staff, the the territory Tuesday night, July 10. Airport and ferries between Red Hook and Cruz territory’s Emergency Support Function coor- The storm was the first to pose potential Bay maintained their regular schedule, accord- dinators and federal partners who supported the threats to the VI this hurricane season. It passed ing to information from V.I. Port Authority. emergency response operations effort for Trop- about 135 miles south of St. Croix around 11 While the territory was spared any damage ical Storm Chantal, according to the agency. p.m. on July 10 packing winds of up to 65 miles from the storm, Virgin Islands responders were The remaining Hurricane and Storm Names per hour. ready for action. The Virgin Islands Territorial for the 2013 season are Dorian, Erin, Fernand, St. John saw high winds from the storm with Emergency Management Agency activated the Gabrielle, Humberto, Ingrid, Jerry, Karen, several wind gusts of up to 50 miles per hour St. Croix Emergency Operations Center at 5 Lorenzo, Melissa, Nestor, Olga, Pablo, Re- reported in Coral Bay harbor. p.m. July 10, as the storm passed south of the bekah, Sebastien, Tanya, Van and Wendy. While the National Hurricane Center issued island. VITEMA closely monitored the system To receive alerts from VITEMA, visit www. a Tropical Storm Watch and Flash Flood Watch and kept its St. Thomas and St. John EOC’s on VITEMA.gov to register for real-time safety for the VI and predicted a soggy few days from standby throughout the night, according to in- alerts and notifications through VI Alert. 4 St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013

By Jaime Elliott people involved with the tourist business St. John Tradewinds could get started on right away,” she said. Every single full time Coral Bay resi- “We’ll look at the recommendations, see if dent who answered a Coral Bay Commu- the community agrees and get a group of nity Council Community Visioning Survey volunteers together.” agreed that environmental protections to “There is no reason to wait for the final avoid future development damage are need- report if there is agreement on some of the ed, according to the results which were re- things they suggested,” said Coldren. cently released by CBCC officials. CBCC officials also hope to create a steer- Most residents also agreed on several ing committee as the group looks toward the core issues like the need for a gas station future, Coldren added. and the need to relocate the main dumpsters, “There were a number of people who according to the recent survey which was showed interest about wanting to be on an answered by a total of 217 people. initial steering committee to work on the CBCC’s recent 12 question survey was next steps,” she said. “The is our first chance sent out to hundreds of part time and full to come together since the May meetings. time Coral Bay residents in May as the non- This will be a chance to talk about those rec- profit community group geared up for a ommendations and see which things we can planning workshop hosted by the American get started on.” Institute of Architects. St. John Tradewinds News Graphic Courtesy of CBCC While the AIA team offered several rec- A team of experts, coordinated by AIA, ommendations for expanding meaningful in fields ranging from tourism to urban This figure shows what people like most about Coral Bay. tourism, protecting environmental resources planning, conducted an intensive three-day and ensuring access to those resources, there workshop in Coral Bay in late May and used “The other wow for me was that every have such strong consensus is impressive.” was no magic formula offered to fix Coral the survey results to get a feel for the wants single person who identified themselves as a While the AIA experts have not yet sub- Bay’s problems, Coldren explained. and needs of the community. year-round resident agreed in their personal mitted their final report and recommenda- “There is no magic bullet in their report,” The experts presented their initial find- statement that environmental protection is tions to CBCC — which Coldren expects she said. “The magic bullet is that we got ings and recommendations to the Coral Bay needed,” she said. “All 100 percent agreed to receive in October or November — the the community together and people want to community at a late May meeting. that environmental protection for all future group hopes to engage the community to come together again.” Next week, CBCC officials are hosting a development is needed.” work towards the mutually agreed upon vi- Fostering community action and input has meeting to discuss the results of the com- While such across the board agreement is sion for the future. become an important initiative for CBCC, munity vision survey as well as the recom- rare in community surveys, Coldren was not CBCC is hosting a community meeting Coldren added. mendations made by the AIA experts. surprised with the findings, she added. on Monday, July 29, at 6 p.m. in room six “Something else that came out of the What was most surprising about the sur- “Everyone who lives in Coral Bay really at Guy Benjamin School to discuss “next meeting is the idea to start hosting regular vey results was the amount of consensus, agrees on the core things,” she said. “It’s steps,” Coldren explained. public meetings,” she said. “We’re looking explained CBCC President Sharon Coldren. not so surprising since if you choose to live “We don’t have the final results, but we to broaden the venue for public meetings “In general, the big wow was how many in Coral Bay, whether you were born there didn’t want to wait that long to have the and we hope that the local churches will people agree on what they want to see in and stayed or moved there, it’s because you community sit down and discuss the fu- become actively involved in hosting these Coral Bay,” said Coldren. “Although we value the things that Coral Bay has which is ture,” said the CBCC president. “We’re go- gatherings. We’d like to rotate venues for recognize that we are very different in many its quiet, remote setting and so forth.” ing to ask people what they took away from the meetings and broaden the leadership in ways, our basic values are very much the “People here have less of a concern the meeting and we’d like to create a list of terms of having meetings that involve the same.” about having things that an urban area has,” priorities that we can start to work on.” whole community.” Protecting the environment was one of said Coldren. “If you wanted to have those One of the AIA team’s suggestions was For more information on CBCC’s survey those values which had overwhelming sup- things, you would choose to live in an urban for Coral Bay businesses to market directly results or upcoming meeting call the group port from survey respondents, Coldren ex- area. For the most part, I’m not surprised to tourists, Coldren explained. at 776-2099 or check out their website at plained. that there is majority agreement but that we “That is something that a committee of www.coralbaycommunitycouncil.org.

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After anchoring in Frank Bay in early June, the 155-foot vessel left the bay in early July, just a week before DPNR issued a reminder about the bay being off-limits to anchoring.

JUST PLASTICS is now open on St. John in the Lumber Yard (beside the VI Lottery) “Our Specialty is... Your Savings!” We carry a wide range of Pressure Just Plastics Tanks, Pumps & Water Heaters, By Jaime Elliott Monday-Friday Fittings & Plumbing supplies St. John Tradewinds 8 am - 5 pm When Frank Bay residents looked out their win- Saturday & Sunday dows on Friday, June 7, they were shocked to find the “Signage in the area labels this 8 am - Noon 340-774-7867 Leyland Sneed anchored just off shore. bay as a no anchoring zone due The 155-foot vessel had been docked at the to electrical cables submerged by Enighed Pond Marine Facility for months before be- ing moved over to Frank Bay. With lines attached to the V.I. Water and Power Authority. trees on shore and several anchors on the ocean floor, DPNR will continue to enforce residents weren’t the only ones concerned about the the no anchoring zone to protect vessel’s new location. V.I. Water and Power Authority has submerged boaters.” electrical cables in the area, which were dangerously – according to the prepared statement by DPNR Canines, Cats & Critters close to the Leyland Sneed’s anchors, according to Our new location is 2.5 miles out of Cruz Bay on Centerline Road (next to Moses’ Laundromat) several people familiar with the situation. The boat’s presence and potential damage to WAPA resources prompted several residents to call Depart- V.I. Water and Power Authority,” according to the ment of Planning and Natural Resources’ Division of prepared statement. “DPNR will continue to enforce Enforcement to report the possible danger. the no anchoring zone to protect boaters.” PET After about a month, DPNR officials issued a press Currently, Chocolate Hole and Coral Bay are avail- release last week — which did not mention Leyland able for anchoring in the St. John area, according to Sneed by name —­ to remind boaters that Frank Bay is the release. actually off limits to all anchoring and mooring. A copy of Rules and Regulations for Mooring and SuPPliES DPNR Commissioner Alicia Barnes reminds the Anchoring Vessels in the US Virgin Islands is avail- boating community that Frank Bay, St. John, is not able at the Division of Environmental Enforcement. full Veterinary serVices a designated anchoring or mooring area, according to For more information contact either DPNR Acting the release. Director of Enforcement Howard Forbes at (340) 773- boarding grooming fish “Signage in the area labels this bay as a no anchor- 5774 or DPNR Acting Assistant Director of Enforce- tel: 693-7780 l email: [email protected] ing zone due to electrical cables submerged by the ment Jessica Parris at (340) 774-3320 ext. 5125. 6 St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013

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By Jaime Elliott St. John Tradewinds As concerned residents watch a Coral Bay, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands construction project progress over 340-779-4982 sensitive V.I. National Park land, Follow us on facebook Department of Planning and Natu- ral Resources officials are keeping a close watch on the site as well. “We’re very much aware of the sensitive nature of the project,” said DPNR’s Director of Build- ing Permits Bevan Smith. “We’ve been to the site and we are over- seeing the work there. We’ve been on top of it.” The construction site is located on about an acre of land at Estate Denis Bay Parcels 2-A and 2-B. The owner of the property has been identified as interior designer to the stars, architect Anthony In- St. John Tradewinds News Photo File grao, who owns the Manhattan- Several North Shore Road neighbors are worried about based Ingrao Inc. with partner Randy Kemper. a new development in the area, above. While far from complete, the construction site has already raised eyebrows from North Shore Road Park land. They went beyond what enough of it to open the view to neighbors and other residents wor- is permitted.” the west, ” St. John Attorney Raf ried about the project’s impacts on “Once the commissioner signs Muilenburg previously told St. VINP resources. off on the violation, they’ll be John Tradewinds. “They did that DPNR officials are aware of served next week,” Smith said on with no authorization whatsoever, the problems and are ready to is- Thursday, July 11. and in doing so they also cut down sue a notice of violation, explained DPNR officials have been a great deal of tall trees which Smith. working with the landowners, who were 100-plus years old on park “We have a notice of violation have agreed to mitigate the viola- land and on neighbors’ land.” that we already wrote up and we tion, which reportedly stems from Residents are also concerned just need to discuss it with [DPNR] the owners trying to improve their that runoff from the project — 501 (3) c Commissioner Alicia Barnes and view. perched on a steep slope overlook- NON-PROFIT have her sign it,” said Smith. “The “From the survey we’ve seen, ing the largely VINP land on the ORGANIZATION U. S. VIRGIN ISLANDS nature of the violation is that they they’ve also cut into the ridge island’s north shore — could im- overstepped what was permitted line behind the home — which is pact sensitive Hawksnset Bay and and they cut into V.I. National VINP land — apparently to cut off Gibney Beach resources.

St. John Tradewinds Repairs are scheduled as fol- Sector 5 – August 12 to 16: Pub- The Virgin Islands Water and lows: lic Works, Gift Hill, Reef Bay Trail, Power Authority crews have be- St. John Bordeaux and Centerline Road. gun repairing street lights on all July 1 to August 30 from 7:30 Sector 4 – August 19 to 30: three islands with work expected a.m. to 4 p.m. daily Coral Bay Ball Park, Penn’s Point, to continue through December. Sector 3 - July 1 to 26: Cruz Saunders Gut, Salt Pond, Johns Repairs on each island will be Bay, Chocolate Hole, Pastory, Folly, Lameshur and Concordia. completed in sectors. No power Lindpoint, Contant, Great Cruz Customers are asked to notify interruptions are anticipated as a Bay, Bethany, Caneel Bay and the Authority of any street lights result of these street light repairs. Guinea Gut. near their home or business which Bella is a sweet little female Chihuahua mix, about 1 ½ years While every effort will be Sector 2 - July 29 to August 2: are in need of repair by calling old is great with cats and other dogs. She is under 20 lbs and made to maintain these schedules, Fortsberg, Palestina, Hansen Bay, (340) 773-0150 on St. Croix and can go carry on during flights. Stop by the ACC to meet this it should be noted that weather Long Bay and Round Bay. (340) 774-1424 for St. Thomas/St. happy little dog. events or other unanticipated cir- Sector 1 - August 5 to 9: Cin- John. If possible, please include cumstances may necessitate sched- namon Bay, Maho Bay and Caro- the pole number which is located PO BOX 429, ST. JOHN, VI . 774-1625 . ACROSS FROM LIBRARY ule revisions. lina. on the silver plate on the pole. St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013 7

By Jaime Elliott St. John Tradewinds John Ferrigno is not giving up those trop- “We’re taking this ical sunsets, he’s just trading the view for a opportunity to expand vantage point on the north shore. ZoZo’s beloved menu and After weeks of speculation, Caneel Bay Resort officials last week announced that give Chef Fortino a chance “local legend” restaurateur Ferrigno will be to show off his culinary moving his popular ZoZo’s Ristorante from skills. The menu is going Gallows Point Resort to Caneel’s historic Sugar Mill. to be a little more creative “Caneel Bay, A Rosewood Resort on St. and will reflect the elegant John, U.S.V.I., is announcing changes for surroundings at Caneel Bay. one of the signature dining experiences at the resort,” according to Caneel’s prepared But all the favorites will stay statement issued last week. “The Sugar Mill on there; there are some restaurant will be transformed with new items we will never stop management, renovation and a dining con- serving.” cept by ZoZo’s Ristorante.” This is the second move for Ferrigno in – John Ferrigno, owner, ZoZo’s Ristoranté about 14 years since he opened ZoZo’s in the location that is now Fatty Crab in Cruz St. John Tradewinds News Photo Bay in 1999. ZoZo’s was in its original lo- distance and Caribbean sunsets. cation for less than two years when Ferri- ZoZo’s at the Sugar Mill will open on November 1 at Caneel Bay Resort, “We’ll still have sunset views and actu- gno moved the operation to Gallows Point above, offering stunning panoramic sunset views. ally this view is even better and offers more Resort, where he transformed the former of a panoramic view,” said Ferrigno. Ellington’s bar into a premier destination While ZoZo’s fans can rest assured that for elegant Italian fare and stunning sunsets Chef Michael Fortino has no plans to ditch over Pillsbury Sound. next phase of ZoZo’s.” of a new chapter for Caneel Bay,” said the his wildly popular osso bucco or home After 12 years of high-volume business Ferrigno is the first outside lease granted resort’s Managing Director Nikolay Hotze. made pastas, the new venue will offer a new at the Gallows location, Ferrigno is excited by any Rosewood Resort in the world. The “He along with Executive Chef Michael menu, Ferrigno explained. about his restaurant’s new home at Caneel restaurant will be called ZoZo’s at the Sugar Fortino will take the resort dining experi- “We’re taking this opportunity to expand Bay, he explained. Mill, and while it ushers in a new phase for ence to a new level, as our guests will soon ZoZo’s beloved menu and give Chef Forti- “We’re very excited about the move,” Ferrigno, the partnership also signifies a discover.” no a chance to show off his culinary skills,” said Ferrigno. “Caneel Bay is a world class new chapter for Caneel. The Sugar Mill is housed high atop the said Ferrigno. “The menu is going to be a resort and we’re honored to be a part of it. “John (Ferrigno) is a successful restaura- ruins of an 18th century sugar mill affording little more creative and will reflect the el- We’re really excited to partner with Rose- teur within the St. John dining scene and his breathtaking views of the resort property, egant surroundings at Caneel Bay. But all wood and we think it’s the perfect fit for the involvement with the Sugar Mill is the start the twinkling lights of St. Thomas in the Continued on Page 16

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St. John Tradewinds 6, and when they returned on the morning of July V.I. Police Department officers on St. John ar- 7 the vehicle was missing. rested two males charging them with Unauthor- VIPD canvassed the area for the stolen car and Yelena Rogers Photography ized Possession of a Vehicle after they were seen at about 10:30 a.m., officers located the vehicle operating a vehicle that was reported stolen. being operated in the Cruz Bay area. PO Box 554, St. John, VI 00831 VIPD St. John officers said they were advised The occupants of the vehicle, 21-year-old An- that a vehicle was taken from a rental company gel Philbert of Estate Bordeaux and 20-year-old 340-774-4027 603-401-4757 parking lot sometime during the early morning William Dishmay of Altona, were arrested and hours of Sunday, July 7. placed on a bail of $10,000 each. The suspects The management of the rental company told were remanded to the custody of the Bureau of police the vehicle was parked in the lot when the Corrections on St. Thomas pending further court www.facebook.com/yelena.rogers.photography business closed for the evening on Saturday, July action. St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013 9

St. John Tradewinds “We changed minds,” said As of Monday, July 15, V.I. SJCF Director Celia Kalousek. Waste Management will take over “Residents, vacationers, major St. the collection of aluminum cans John resorts, local businesses, the from the recycling bins located National Park and numerous other around St. John. environmental organizations, are VIWMA is taking over the col- involved in the Reduce, Reuse, lection because they are unable to and Recycling efforts.” continue the Community Enrich- “However, without the CEG ment Grant funding which pre- funding, we are unable to continue viously supported the collection without a new plan, more partners, process of the St. John Recycling and other sources of financial sup- Program. port,” said Kalousek. St. John Community Founda- VIWMA and the Recycling As- tion, which has overseen the oper- sociation of the Virgin Islands St. ations of the current St. John Alu- John Chapter, working with SJCF, minum Can Recycling program entered into a partnership in 2009 started by volunteers in 2007, is to step up the efforts, and received collaborating with other commu- funding though the VIWMA’s nity partners including members Community Enrichment Grant of the Island Green Builders Asso- Program. ciation’s ReSource Depot and Gifft The thrust of the Contracted Hill School’s EARTH Program to Agreement with VIWMA was for save and expand the recycling ef- trucking services that provided forts on St. John. island-wide bin maintenance and Approximately 35 to 37 percent St. John Tradewinds News Photo reliable shipment to St. Thomas’ of all aluminum cans entering St. Sanitation Trash Services, where John have been diverted from the VI Waste Management Authority has pulled St. John Community Foundation’s the cans are crushed and transport- already bulging landfills by this Community Enrichment Grant funds, eliminating the group’s ability to continue the island’s ed out of the Virgin Islands. grass-roots recycling program. popular aluminum can recycle program. Volunteers were responsible As of the end of 2012, the col- for the weekly recycle bin main- lection total reached the 22.9 ton $500,000. gin Islands. York to accept the award. tenance for years, but as has been mark; that is more than 1 million SJCF is grateful for the volun- The organization won the 2011 The Aluminum Can Recycling evident at sites across the island, cans and a total of 1,334,468 cans teers who initiated the Aluminum U.S. EPA Environmental Quality program has been referred to as the cans pile up at the bins quick- which were diverted from local Can Recycling program more than Award for “outstanding commit- the model for island recycling ef- ly. landfills. six years ago, making home-made ment to protecting and enhancing forts. When many felt that these A contractor was needed for the As of the end of 2012, in-kind collection bins and making this the environmental quality and public kinds of initiatives were impos- arduous task of sorting the cans, volunteer donations in time, equip- longest running most successful health” and recycling volunteer sible in the VI, this program on St. bagging them and storing them ment and materials have surpassed recycling program in all of the Vir- Barb Douma was invited to New John proved otherwise. Continued on Page 17 Now at the ReSource Depot: 1,300 sq. ft. of standing seam roofing with Selling? Say No To WaPa fasteners, only $3 per sq. ft.! Buying? Island Solar Renting Grid-Tie Systems Seeking? Battery Stand Alone Systems Solar Hot Water Systems get Solar Pool Pumps ALSO: Beautiful mahogany table, hand-crafted by local woodworker Matt Mueller ReSultS! Open Sat. 8 a.m. to noon / Mon. & Thurs. SAVE MONEY! 7:30 a.m. to noon. Located at Gifft Hill & $4.50 to $5.00 a watt for most typical grid tie PV solar installations, St. John Tradewinds includes shipping, permits, and hookup pounds of waste kept out of Centerline, across from the Transfer Station local landfills, and counting... Classifieds NOAA and IGBA’s July 16 FREE Green e-mail: advertising@ “Off-grid living for 10 years on Lovango Cay.” Construction Training is now FULL! tradewinds.vi Dan Boyd Thank you to everyone who signed up. or call 340-776-6496 t: 340-642-0351; 340-626-9685 e: [email protected] We look forward to seeing you at the training! A V.I. Energy Office Authorized Vendor • Licensed & Insured 10 St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013

St. John Tradewinds The third annual St. John Chaotic Kayak Race to benefit Team River Runner’s Love City program is set for Sunday, July 28, at 12 p.m. at Op- penheimer Beach. Don’t miss the chance to get involved. Teams of three people, two paddlers and one “water gunner,” will face off over several heats at Op- penheimer Beach on July 28. The entry fee is $150 and teams are encour- aged to raise additional funds in order to get a few seconds’ head start This year’s event will also feature a Stand Up Paddle race for the first time. There is a separate entry fee of $25 to take part in the SUP race and participants must bring their own boards. All proceeds from the St. John Chaotic Kayak Race benefit TRR’s Wounded Veterans St John Leadership Program on island in November. Anyone willing to donate a raffle prize should call Suzanne Crosby at (704) 942-4594. For more information, call John Schuld at (340) 227- 9463 or Tom Larson at (340) 514-0778.

St. John Tradewinds News Photos by Candice Greathouse St. John Tradewinds St. John resident Candice Greathouse has been staying with family in the Rincon This month the Inter-Collegiate area of Puerto Rico. She’s been watching some beautiful, yet unfamiliar, birds from Sailing Association is sending a the front porch. Any idea what these rare birds are? Email [email protected]. team of seven sailors to the UK to compete against the British Uni- versity Sailing Association team (the UK equivalent of ICSA). Sailors will compete in the course of five official matches over a three-week-long sailing tour. St. Mary’s College of Maryland senior Joshua Greenslade, and re- cent graduate Mayumi Roller of 4th5th Annual Coral Bay, St. John, are among the 4th5th Annual all-star team of seven representing the U.S. In addition to St. Mary’s Col- lege, sailors on the team hail from Yale, Georgetown University, College of Charleston and Brown University. This will be the 28th BUSA/ ICSA British-American Tour since Mimi Roller Monday October 14, 2013 the challenge started 54 years ago. The tour, running from July 10 through July 24, will be at ven- Roller’s sailing career high- ues across the UK in a variety of lights include competing for Team classes. USA in the 2012 Olympic Games Thanks to these early sponsors! Greenslade, who is a Bermuda in London. native and will finish his last se- “It’s going to be a great expe- mester at St. Mary’s College next rience sailing against some of the spring, recently skippered for the world’s best sailors,” said Green- St. Mary’s College sailing team slade as he looked forward to the that took second place at the ICSA/ competition. “I hope to learn a lot APS Team Race National Champi- and use that for the rest of my sail- onship this past May. ing career.” St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013 11

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Gallows Point Seaview’s location is rivaled only by its potential, located on a peninsula just out of Cruz Bay with commanding views.

By Jaime Elliott a short stroll from the dining and iad uses, from commercial uses St. John Tradewinds nightlife of Cruz Bay just down to water sports opportunities and French Cap and Pillsbury Sound. The current home on the prop- Soak up stunning tropical sun- the hill. But what is even more more. The property’s 0.328-acre When the tropical sun dips below erty also offers convenient liv- sets from one of the more intrigu- exciting is the zoning of the land, parcel is zoned R-4, which allows the horizon watch as the lights of ing on a single level, the Holiday ing properties on St. John. explained O’Neil. for multiple family dwellings or St. Thomas twinkle to life in the Homes broker owner added. Gallows Point Seaview is lo- “Gallows Point at Seaview of- condominiums. distance. “The home would be perfect cated on two parcels totalling just fers great development potential,” “This property is exciting due Take a short walk into town for a retirement home, as it is all over a half acre and offers a ton said the Holiday Homes broker to the multiple options with zon- for lunch or take advantage of the on one level,” said O’Neil. “Plus of possibilities. The two bedroom, owner. “The land is zoned to ac- ing and potential to develop,” said fantastic snorkeling that awaits at there is loads of room to ex- two bath home located across the commodate development with O’Neil. nearby Frank Bay, just down the pand.” street from Gallows Point Resort a W-1 and R-4 zoning. The site Currently on the property is a hill. Don’t miss out on this exciting is for sale for $2.999 million, ex- could perhaps be a restaurant, a charming solidly constructed two “Gallows Point Seaview has and unique opportunity available plained Holiday Homes broker wedding venue or even an event bedroom, two bathroom home great views,” said O’Neil. “You at Gallows Point Seaview. For owner Christie O’Neil. catering business.” with beautiful native stone details. can walk right into town and even more information on the home The property offers easy walk- The property’s W-1 zoning, on Sit on the expansive verandah and walk to the beach. Frank Bay is and land, call O’Neil at Holiday ing access to two beaches and is a 0.28 acre parcel, allows for myr- enjoy the sea breeze and views to just down the hill.” Homes at (340) 774-8088. 14 St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013

Letters To St. John Tradewinds

It was with real pleasure that my wife and I read Dragons). the recent article “Frettville, 2013: A Fisherman’s Though we had planned on immediately returning Fete” that appeared in last week’s Tradewinds. to St. Thomas, after we ate a good meal in the ferry It was not just the fact that we were mentioned in dock area, we were so caught up in the rapturous al- the article (I am Fred Hall), but that a staffer of the pa- lure of St. John hospitality that we decided to stay per, Ms. Judi Shimel, had such a keen and good nose for the official opening of the festival. We are glad for news that she seized on the story potential present we did. in simply chatting with us at the opening ceremonies, We hope to return to St. John in the not too distant which we now see we were blessed to have attended. future, and will surely encourage all of our friends My wife had earlier purchased some Larimar jew- who travel to the USVI to be sure to put St. John on elry in a shop by the Cruz Bay ferry dock, and the their itinerary! clerk shared with us that her son and daughter were Fred Hall playing in the opening festivities (part of the Pan

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Homicides: 1 Homicides: 0 I was appalled to read in last week’s St John other undercut sections. Shootings: 1 Shootings: 0 Tradewinds that the Department of Public works re- It is not a matter of if the road will fall; it’s a matter cently used precious resources and funds to reopen a of when. This is an emergency and emergency funds Stabbings: 0 Stabbings: 0 neglected road to a new North Shore construction site must be used immediately to repair this St. John life- Armed Robberies: 1 Armed Robberies: 0 for the benefit of “an interior designer to the stars” line. while letting Centerline Road continue to crumble Tourism runs the St. John economy. Every employ- Arsons: 0 Arsons: 0 beneath the St. John vehicles that depend upon this ee and business owner on the island will be drastically island artery daily. affected when the road crumbles, not to mention the 1st Degree Burglaries: 3 1st Degree Burglaries: 1 And that “they haven’t just opened the road and homeowners below the road whose lives and homes 2nd Degree Burglaries: 3 2nd Degree Burglaries: 0 made it smooth, they’ve widened it” and apparently are in danger. graded it. This is being done while two other narrow The villas and businesses of Coral Bay will be shut 3rd Degree Burglaries: 40 3rd Degree Burglaries: 13 emergency access roads into Coral Bay are in desper- down and they provide income to the entire island. Grand Larcenies: 72 Grand Larcenies: 42 ate need of grading, widening and smoothing. Even now I’ve been told by a visitor that if they had After almost three years of apathy, we are being known the state of our road they never would have Rapes: 1 Rapes: 1 told that the repair of Centerline is scheduled for next endangered their family by booking a villa here. March. If you haven’t seen the NEWS2 video broad- It is absolutely incomprehensible that the Depart- cast on this, please view it on this link: http://www. ment of Public Works is insuring the fortunes of the Crossword Answers — Puzzle on Page 18 on-stjohn.com/2013/07/02/news2-covers-centerline- rich and famous while, by their inaction for the past road-damage/comment-page-1/#comment-239181. three years, threatening the lives and livelihood of the It is extremely likely that by March there will be citizens of this island who pay their salaries. nothing but a gaping crevasse where the road is now Shannon Sterling half eaten away, not to mention further erosion of the St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013 15

Obituary

St. John Tradewinds Anthony Toussaint, known throughout St. John as “Snoopy”, departed this life on Tuesday, June 25. The son of Solange Telemaque Toussaint and Wil- liam Alexander Toussaint, he was born April 16, 1959 and was a native of the island of Dominica. He mi- grated to St. John in 1975 and settled in Coral Bay. During his 38 years in St. John, Snoopy developed a passion for many types of music, including Latin Reggae, Soca, Rock and Roll, and African melodies. He was fond of Christmas music and sang with nu- merous island bands. Snoopy joined the workforce at Caneel Bay Resort in May 1979 and subsequently became a groundskee- per. He worked under Oriel Smith, Caneel’s Director of Landscaping and Grounds, from 1997 until he took ill. Smith has called Snoopy a valuable member of the Caneel workforce who never missed a day of work. “He was never absent and never late” said Smith. “Snoopy walked three miles to and from work every day rain or sunshine. Snoopy gave his employer 10 hours of work every day.” Anthony Toussaint When Smith came from St. James Club, Antigua, in April 1997 to interview for his present position special niece, Eva Bennett; many other nieces, neph- at Caneel, he met Snoopy for the first time. Snoopy ews, aunts and cousins; special friends, the grounds’ came up to Smith while Smith was boarding the boat employees of Caneel Bay Resort; and numerous rela- to leave, and said, “I wish you would come back to tives and friends in Dominica, St. Thomas and St. work with us.” John. Since that time, Smith said, “Snoopy had been my Snoopy returned to St. John only after he died in Island Green Building Association best friend and right hand.” June. He now rests in peace at the Cruz Bay Cem- When Snoopy’s health failed in April 2013, Dr. etery where he was buried this past Saturday, July Elizabeth Barot sent him to the St. Thomas Hospi- 13, following a service at Our Lady of Mount Carmel tal for surgery. Responding to the seriousness of Catholic Church in Cruz Bay. Snoopy’s condition, his two sisters, Rosie and Oc- Snoopy’s beloved pet cat is now homeless, and the tavia, flew down from Brooklyn and took him with most meaningful tribute to Snoopy’s memory would them to New York City for further treatment. be for one of us to give a home to the beautiful red He is survived by his brothers, Errol and Charles; and white kitty. his sisters, Rosalie, Leona, Joan, Octavia, Norma, Al- Please contact Oriel Smith at [email protected] ice and Mary; brothers-in-law, Caesar and Samuel; for help with adopting Snoopy’s pet.

St. John Tradewinds MO. Five sisters, Michelle, Jan, Heidi, Russell L. Kerr III, “Russ”, 62, of St. Becky and Jennifer. A brother Ricky John Virgin Islands, died on Wednes- preceded him in death. day July 3, 2013 in Branson, MO. Russ owned St. John Concierge He was born December 31, 1950 in Service. He enjoyed living on his sail Lincoln, NE. He was the son of the late boat, snorkeling, fishing and his many Russell and Virginia (McKelvey) Kerr. friends from the islands. He served his country in the Navy Memorial services will be July 12, as a sonar technician from 1969 un- 2013 at 4 p.m. at Greenlawn Funeral til 1971. He then moved to Missouri Home-East in Springfield, MO. On- and attended CMSU Warrensburg, line condolences may be left at www. MO where he met and married Phyllis greenlawnfuneralhome.com. (Isaac) Hitaffer on June 25, 1977. In lieu of flowers the family has re- Surviving are two children, Breana quested that memorial contributions be Eoff of Springfield, MO, and Drew made to the Russell L. Kerr III Memo- Kerr of St. John, Virgin Islands, and a rial Fund at Bancorp South, Spring- grandson, Aiden Eoff of Springfield, field, MO. Russell L. Kerr 16 St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013

Church Directory

Baha’i Community of St. John For Devotions and Study Circles, call 714-1641 7:30 p.m. Fridays; Study Circles 9 a.m. Sundays 776-6316, 776-6254

Bethany Moravian Church Divine Worship 10 a.m., except second Sundays start at 9 a.m., 776-6291

Calvary Baptist Church 13 ABC Coral Bay, 776-6304 Sunday School 10 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m., Thursday 7 p.m.

Christian Ministry Cinnamon Bay Beach Inter-Denominational, Sunday 8:30 a.m.

Christian Science Society 10:45 a.m. Sunday- Marketplace Wednesday Testimonials 7:45 p.m. on last Wed. of Month

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Sun. 9 a.m., on St. Thomas . 776-2379 Sun., 5 p.m., STJ, Lumberyard

Cruz Bay Baptist Church St. John Tradewinds News Photo Sunday 11 a.m., 6 p.m. 776-6315 Residents will be able to enjoy world class Italian fare at ZoZo’s at the Sugar Mill, Emmaus Moravian Church Coral Bay, Sun. 9 a.m. 776-6713 above, opening November 1 at Caneel Bay Resort.

Jehovah’s Witness 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays; 7 p.m. Saturdays (Español), 10 a.m. Sundays, 340-715-053 Continued from Page 7 will be open seven days a week in season and return Missionary Baptist Church the favorites will stay on there; there are some items to six days again in June, explained Ferrigno. 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services, 10:45 Worship, we will never stop serving.” Another of the perks of the new location is Caneel’s Tuesday 7 p.m. Bible Study 693-8884 ZoZo’s last night of service in its current Gal- dock access, explained Ferrigno. Nazareth Lutheran Church lows Point Location will be on Saturday night, July “Boaters will be able to tie their dinghies up at Sunday 9 a.m., Sunday School 8 a.m. 27. Ferrigno will then spend the summer revamping Caneel’s dock and come have dinner with us,” he 776-6731 the new restaurant space at Caneel. Sugar Mill reno- said. “It’s also in the works to get the Caneel ferry go- ing to pick up St. Thomas residents to come out and Our Lady of Mount Carmel vation plans include transforming the former open Saturdays 6 p.m.; Sundays 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. kitchen into a lounge, moving the kitchen out of sight dine at ZoZo’s at the Sugar Mill.” Tuesdays and Fridays at 7 p.m. and transforming the raised round platform area into And residents should not fear the $20 parking fee Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 a.m. a circular bar. at Caneel, since the parking will be validated at the 776-6339 “We’re keeping with the traditional elegance of the restaurant, Ferrigno added. St. John Methodist Church sugar mill and the resort,” Ferrigno said about reno- So be sure to get a last dose of ZoZo’s at Gallows Sunday 10 a.m, 693-8830 vations. before July 27 and check out the new ZoZo’s at the The new venue will also expand ZoZo’s capacity Sugar Mill when it opens in November. Seventh Day Adventist “The staff is really excited about this move as Saturdays, 779-4477 from its former 70 seat maximum — which included the upstairs bar seats — to a total of 110 seats. well,” said Ferrigno. “We appreciate the community St. John Pentecostal Church The restaurant will open its doors when Caneel support that we have had for years and we hope the Sunday 11:05 a.m., 6:30 p.m. reopens on November 1 following its seasonal clo- community continues to support us at the new site Tuesdays Prayer 7:30 p.m., with our new menu.” Thursdays Bible Study 7:30 p.m. sure. ZoZo’s at the Sugar Mill will be open Monday 779-1230 through Saturday until December 20. The restaurant Complimenti!

St. Ursula’s Episcopal Church Sunday Church Service, 9 a.m. Bible Class on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. 777-6306

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 9:45 a.m. Sunday, 776-6332

Word of Faith Church Word of Faith International Christian Center, Sundays 7:30 a.m. Gifft Hill School 774-8617 St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013 17

Continued from Page 9 until they could be loaded and transported to St. Thomas for delivery to SJCF an no longer STS which ships them off-island. Nicodemus of Nico’s One Stone, was pay Nico to transport reliable and efficient, and the hope is that the collaborative partners can the many recyclable find the funding to bring him back. aluminum cans “We are so pleased with the progress that this program has made over the years, as well as the enthusiasm that is being brought to the table from St. John to St. now to ensure it continues,” said Kalousek. “Residents and visitors alike Thomas. are also showing that they are willing to separate glass and plastic, and although that has caused the additional work of sorting it out of the alu- minum cans, it is exciting to think we are only steps away from being able to further reduce the volume transferred to the soon-to-be-closing dumps.” A 2009 Waste Characterization Study done for the Virgin Islands St. John Tradewinds News Photo showed that readily compostable wastes account on average for about 35,000 tons per year, and that recyclables-including metals, aluminum cans and glass-account for about 8,000 tons per year, explained Ka- lousek. “This is serious business,” she said. “The islands are running out of space for everything that is being thrown away, and we have to come up Our Islands Our Future with another way to handle our waste.” “We have come up with a pie-in-the-sky operation in which more re- USVI Green Construction Training cyclables, including glass and plastic, are included,” said the SJCF Di- rector. “The first year budget is well over $250,000, of which approxi- Tuesday, July 16, 2013 mately $85,000 for equipment and set up would be a one-time cost.” Draft Agenda at a Glance “The good news is, that after the initial startup, the program could St. Ursula’s Church Multipurpose Center sustain itself and pour money back into St. John to support other envi- Cruz Bay, St. John 8:30 Registration ronmentally sound initiatives,” she said. Public awareness and education about the importance of recycling has WHAT? Water quality monitoring by the VI 9:00 Welcome (Lisamarie Carrubba, NOAA Department of Planning and Natural Resources been the focus of the VIWMA’s Citizen’s Advisory Committee, consist- Fisheries/Bill Willigerod, IGBA) What is “green (DPNR) has shown development and construction “building? What does IGBA have to offer local ing of five representatives from St. John, five from St. Thomas and five activities are impacting USVI water resources. Poor practitioners? from St. Croix meeting since September of last year. siting and design, inadequate stormwater Sharon Caldron, Gary Ray, Doug White, Rick Barksdale and Celia management, and removal of native vegetation and 9:30 Building Green in the USVI (Doug White, valuable topsoil during construction adds to water Kalousek have voluntarily represented St. John at monthly meetings in Architect) What are the key design tenets that quality problems and increases long-term landscaping can reduce energy costs, utilize sustainable St. Thomas to help VIWMA make plans for the pending dump closures. and energy costs for property owners. construction materials, and minimize impacts IGBA has been promoting greener building practices for over 10 years on the environment? and the group’s successful ReSource Depot has diverted and recycled Learn how to take advantage of practical green design and construction practices that help not only the 10:30 The Reality of Going Green (Anne Kitchell, more than 25,000 pounds of construction and demolition waste into pro- environment, but our wallets as well! HW, Jonathan Smalls, DPNR, facilitators) Ask ductive use and out of local landfills. the experts about the feasibility of EARTH Program Coordinator and IGBA board member Sarah Haynes WHEN? Tuesday, July 16, 2013 from 8:30-4:00. Wear implementation. What are the sources and cost helped coordinate Green Thursdays, monthly meetings hosted on the last clothing and safety equipment appropriate for going of green construction materials? What are Thursday of each month at Gifft Hill School, to promote collaborations to construction sites. available incentive programs and permitting among all organizations and individuals interested in promoting environ- requirements? WHERE? St. Ursulas’ Church Multipurpose Center. mental stewardship. Park wherever you can. 11:30 Landscaping for the Landscape (Gary Ray,

SJCF will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary in the coming year is Virgin Forest Nursery) Plant protection, committed to making a positive impact on the environment by collabo- WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Engineers, architects, selection, and layout tips to maximize the landscapers, contractors, equipment operators, and benefit and aesthetics of your vegetation, rating with other organizations to educate our community on best prac- others. Presentations and discussions will be technical tices for the conservation of energy and natural resources, encourage and minimize maintenance, and discourage invasive in nature. For more information on green building species. programs and resources in the USVI, go to facilitate the reduction of waste, and to foster an understanding of the www.igbavi.org. importance of making environmentally responsible decisions. 1:00 Green Construction Practices Field Trip (Dave

For more information or to contribute time or financial support to this Rosa, DPNR/Lisamarie/Anne). WHAT’S THE COST? This one-day workshop is FREE. Visit local construction sites to evaluate the effort, contact Kalousek at 693-9410. Donations can be made to the St. Full-day attendees will receive a participation reward application of “green” practices, inspect BMP John Community Foundation, PO Box 1020, St. John, VI 00831. from the Island Green Building Association (IGBA), a implementation & maintenance, and discuss minimum $100 value! regulatory requirements.

HOW DO I REGISTER? Space is limited, first come 4:00 End first serve. Register before July 4th by going online www.horsleywitten.com/greenconstructiontraining/ or by contacting Anne Kitchell directly at [email protected], or 508-833-6600.

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74 Wife of Mark Antony 6 Command 67 Five — shadow SOUL 78 Consented to 7 “Law & Order: —” 68 Person eyeballing 79 “Nick and —’s Infinite 8 Hand part 70 Pirate chant starter RESCUER Playlist” (2008 film) 9 — -European languages 71 Artist Georgia 83 Riddle, part 5 10 Another name for 72 Ultimately reach ACROSS 89 Wasp variety vitamin A 75 Author Rand 1 Sop up 90 Suffering 11 Suffix with fool or owl 76 From Hanoi 7 Liquor 91 Capote, to his buddies 12 Fearsome fly 77 See 92-Across 14 Spins 92 With 77-Down, does 13 “Don’t — didn’t warn 80 Lightning — 20 “Amen to that!” thorough research on you!” 81 Heady drink 21 Actress Hudgens 94 Freezer trayful 14 Inventor Nikola 82 “We need assistance!” 22 Abate 95 TV’s Spelling 15 Radiator hoses 84 Small branch 23 Start of a riddle 97 Camera lens settings may lead to them 85 Ending for major 25 Batter’s miss 100 Exec’s benefit 16 Haifa’s land 86 Yankees slugger, to 26 Do wrong 101 Ohio tire city 17 Harness part fans 27 Pol with a six-yr. post 103 Riddle, part 6 18 Leia’s twin 87 It’s often preheated 28 Me, to Michel 107 Sitarist Shankar 19 Spurt out 88 Nonflowering plant 29 Riddle, part 2 109 Org. for teachers 24 “No — to blame” 93 Sun setting 31 Pinchpenny 110 Coin toss call 30 “— little kindness” 96 Sortie, say 33 Sue Grafton’s “— for 111 End of the riddle 31 Capital of Oman 98 Most musty Noose” 115 Lucy of “Kill Bill: Vol. 32 Alternative to a 401(k) 99 Fishtank pest 35 Steak order 1” or a Keogh 102 Speaks bombastically 36 Riddle, part 3 118 — League college 34 Envision 104 Recite ritually, as a 42 Food holder 119 Toward a boat’s back 36 [not my error] spell 46 Goddess with a cow’s 122 Makes glad 37 “Time — the essence” 105 Large sofas head 123 Riddle’s answer 38 Rake part 106 Air Force pilot, in slang 47 McCartney of fashion 127 Declare under oath 39 Inert element 108 Three-piece pieces 48 Kailua Bay locale 128 Source of licorice- 40 Pipe problem 111 Ringing sound 50 Scam flavored oil 41 Ringing sound 112 Choir range 51 Agree (with) 129 More prying 43 — acid (vinegar flavorer) 113 Slum vermin 54 “Yoo- —!” (“Hey!”) 130 Sports team letdowns 44 Added (up) 114 “Pretty — pretty does” 55 Paintball need 131 Red — (many 45 Not broken 116 Notion, to Jean-Luc 57 Circus clown — Kelly Republicans) 49 Zeus’ sister and wife 117 “Deutschland — alles” 59 Riddle, part 4 132 Modus operandi 52 Stage actress Hagen 119 Landed (on) 63 Big-top star 53 Pirate’s quaff 120 Cut and run 64 DiFranco of folk rock DOWN 56 Syllabus segment 121 Time in office 65 More spiteful 1 “Even — speak ...” 58 Gym floor covering 124 By the agency of 66 “We need assistance!” 2 Atom studier Niels 60 Put in a different sack 125 Football field units: 69 Used a daggerlike 3 Movie draw 61 Mortgage-issuing inst. Abbr. weapon on 4 Meal leftover 62 Ewoks’ forest moon 126 Letter for Superman 73 B followers 5 Putin’s land 66 “El Cid” co-star Loren St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013 19

St. John Tradewinds Friday, July 5 to St. Thomas to be processed ing blackmailed. Blackmail. VI Bureau of Corrections Acting Director Basil Richards on Thurs- No time given - A nurse at and remanded to the Bureau of 4:50 p.m. - An Estate Enighed day, July 11, confirmed the fatal stabbing of an inmate at the Golden Myrah Keating Smith Commu- Corrections. resident r/ that someone sold her Grove Adult Correctional Facility and Detention Center on St. Croix. nity Health Center c/r an assault 11:30 a.m. - Badge #1248 p/ a vehicle with known mechani- Inmate Humphrey Balson, 61, was pronounced dead at the Juan F. victim at the center. Assault in with one Angel Philbert of Bor- cal problems. Obtaining money Luis Hospital at approximately 2:15 p.m. the third. deaux, St. John, under arrest under false pretense. The incident took place between the kitchen, just before the chute 4:51 p.m. - An Estate Forts- and charged with unauthorized Wednesday, July 10 (walkway), which leads to the institution’s vocational shops, explained berg resident c/requesting police use of a vehicle. Bail was set at 9:50 a.m. - A citizen p/r that a Richards. assistance. Police assistance. $10,000 by order of the court. He female came to her job and cre- “Several staff witnesses stated that they saw the suspect, inmate Ralph 11:28 p.m. - A doctor at My- was detained at Leander Jurgen ated a disturbance. Disturbance Brathwaite, approach the victim and stab him one time to his upper right rah Keating Smith Community Command and later transported of the peace. chest area,” said Richards. “Custody personnel immediately intervened Health Center c/r a suicidal per- to St. Thomas to be processed 10:58 a.m. - A citizen p/r that in the altercation and restrained the suspect while others tended to the son at the center. Attempted sui- and remanded to the Bureau of someone stole jewelry from his victim. Paramedics and police were called with both arriving simultane- cide. Corrections. vehicle. Grand larceny. ously.” Saturday, July 6 2:00 p.m - A citizen c/r an 4:41 p.m. - A Bellevue Vil- “Life-saving measures were immediately administered,” he said. 8:32 a.m. - A citizen c/r an auto collision in the area of San- lage resident r/ that his report of “However, inmate Balson was pronounced dead shortly thereafter at the auto accident on Centerline Road tos Laundry. Auto collision. blackmail was actually a prank. Juan F. Luis Hospital.” in the area of Estate Susanaberg. Monday, July 8 Police assistance. Balson was serving a natural life sentence for first degree murder and Auto collision. 9:30 a.m. - A citizen p/r an Thursday, July 11 attempted burglary. The suspect, Ralph Braithwaite, 45, was processed, 2:00 p.m. - Government of auto accident in the area of Gifft 8:20 a.m. - An employee at arrested and charged with first degree murder. He is currently serving a the Virgin Islands r/ that a bar Hill Road. Auto accident. Bureau of Motor Vehicles c/re- 60 year sentenced for aggravated rape in the 1st degree. manager is refusing to close the 12:05 p.m. - A citizen p/r that questing police assistance with The Acting Director said that facility is on lockdown and assures the business at the time stipulated. someone stole $320 and several a customer who was creating a public that the facility is operating within all security guidelines and pro- Police assistance. boat tickets from the adminis- disturbance. Disturbance of the tocols to safeguard both the prison population and Bureau of Corrections Sunday, July 7 tration office at Myrah Keating peace. personnel. 8:27 a.m. - The owner of Smith Community Health Cen- 9:00 a.m. - A citizen c/r a dis- Delbert Hill Jeep Rental c/r that ter. Grand larceny. turbance of the peace. Distur- someone stole a vehicle from the 1:35 p.m. - A citizen c/re- bance of the peace. business. Unauthorized use of a questing police assistance to re- 11:33 a.m. - A citizen c/r that vehicle. trieve her license plates. Police a male was exposing himself 11:30 a.m. - Badge #1248 p/ assistance. and masturbating at Hawksnest St. John Tradewinds with one William Dishmey of 3:50 p.m. - An Estate Contant Beach. Suspicious activity. Government House officials announced Sunday, July 7, that Director Altona, St. Thomas, under arrest resident p/r that he was involved 12:54 p.m. - A citizen c/r a of Communications Jean Greaux was involved in an apparent hit and run and charged with unauthorized in an auto collision in the area of disturbance. Disturbance of the motor vehicle accident on Sunday morning while operating the govern- use of a vehicle. Bail was set at FirstBank. Auto collision. peace. ment-owned vehicle assigned to him. $10,000 by order of the court. He Tuesday, July 9 5:15 p.m. - A citizen c/r a dis- The accident was reported just before 5 a.m. was detained at Leander Jurgen 3:43 p.m. - A Bellevue Vil- turbance at The Marketplace. Greaux was driving on the Hull Bay Road en route to his home from Command and later transported lage resident p/r that he was be- Disturbance of the peace. Government House when his vehicle was sideswiped by the operator of a dark-colored sports utility vehicle, according to a V.I. Police Depart- ment Traffic Bureau investigation. The operator of that vehicle did not stop at the scene of the accident. The impact of the accident spun Greaux’s vehicle out of control which resulted in its careening over an embankment. The government vehicle, St. John Tradewinds locked up; this is what we are VI. Crime Stoppers utilizes tech- a 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer, rolled several times before coming to stop Have you noticed that the seeing right now. nology that totally protects your against the edge of a broken guard rail and a tree. The vehicle was heav- murder rate is significantly Your anonymous tips to identity. In the three decades ily damaged in the accident. lower this year, as compared to Crime Stoppers, which we pass since this organization was start- Greaux was treated for minor injuries and released from Schneider other years? on to local or federal law en- ed around the world, there are no Regional Medical Center on Sunday. What caused this drastic drop? forcement, have helped law known instances where an anon- Authorities are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the ac- You did. That’s right, you. It was enforcement put a number of ymous citizen’s identity has ever cident, seen a dark colored SUV speeding away from the Hull Bay Road you speaking up with your 1,859 serious criminals behind bars in been revealed due to a problem towards Drake’s Seat on Sunday morning or may have since seen a dark- calls to Crime Stoppers USVI the last year. You have directly with the technology. For more colored sports utility vehicle with heavy damage to its front end or pas- that had a direct impact on low- saved lives. You have reduced information on how it works, senger side, to contact VIPD Traffic Bureau officers. ering crime rates. violent crimes. You have made please visit our website. Officers of the VIPD Traffic Bureau, St. Thomas Rescue and Depart- One criminal might commit our islands a safer place to live. You and Crime Stoppers, ment of Public Works personnel responded to the accident scene. many crimes over his or her The law abiding community working together, have made lifetime. Putting one criminal in says thank you. a serious, positive impact on prison not only punishes them In the past it has been risky to crime. We thank you for your for the crime already commit- speak up. It is hard to know who courage and commitment to our ted, it also lessens the chance of to trust, and that’s why Crime community! Please continue to committing more while they are Stoppers was started here in the work for the good of all by tell- 20 St. John Tradewinds, July 15-21, 2013

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St. John Tradewinds welcomes notices of community-orient- ed, not-for-profit events for inclusion in this weekly listing. Call Scenic Properties Long Term Rentals 776-6496, e-mail [email protected] or fax 693-8885. 340-693-7777 • 2 bed, 1.5 bath in Chocolate Hole East, W/D, furnished, Cruz Bay Side: A/C $2,000/month electric included • One bedroom, one bath, furnished, w/d • 2 bed, 2 bath in Coral Bay, A/C in bedrooms, furnished with Saturday, June 13-Sunday, July 14 $1200 covered porch, expansive views, shared W/D. $1550/month — Due to inclement weather, the St. Thomas Relay for Life • Two bedroom, one bath, $1200 • Large furnished 1 bed, 1 bath in Coral Bay, large deck, walk has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 13, to Sunday, July 14, • Two bedroom, one bath, washer $1500 to market and bus route, W/D, $1050 according to the American Cancer Society. • Two bedrooms, two bath, $1600 Call Ron 715-853-9696 Tuesday, July 16 • Two bedrooms, one bath, in Cruz Bay — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, in $1650 • Beautiful large top level home in Chocolate Hole East 2/2 conjunction with the Island Green Building Association, will host • Two bedrooms and loft, one bath, washer, split plan, 1/1 each side. Privacy, W/D, A/C, Electric, $975/ month a Green Construction Training seminar on Tuesday, July 16, from $1800 Call Dyana 340-714-6769 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Ursula’s Multipurpose Center. • Three bedrooms, one bath, w/d $1950 Friday, July 26 • One bedroom, one bath, Coral Bay $1100 — Virgin Islands Council on the arts is conducting a series of “How to Apply” workshops for the August 31 grant submission ST. JOHN PROPERTIES proudly announces their deadline. Information on project and budget development will be management of Guinea Grove apartments, across from Apartment for Rent in Kiddle Bay (past the Westin. These one and two bedroom units have A/C in discussed in detail. First time applicants are encouraged to attend. Concordia) beautiful ocean views, newly the bedrooms and stacking washer/dryer units. Electricity On St. Thomas the workshop will be at VICA’s office on July 26 renovated, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full is individually metered and tenants share the cost of water at 5:30 p.m. kitchen -$1,250 per month, plus utilities when needed. Maintenance services will be provided by our Saturday, July 27 — ready to rent on July 1st. Contact Jane professional staff. — John’s Folly Learning Institute Summer Program is hosting There are both one bedroom ($1,150/month) and two at 340-642-4717 for more information a delicious fund raiser on Saturday, July 27, starting at noon. Come bedroom ($1,600/month) apartments available at this time. on out and enjoy roast pork, baked chicken and friend grouper Either stop by the office (across from the National Park along with all the sides including macaroni and cheese, fried plan- ball field) or [email protected] for a rental Coral Bay House for Rent, 2.5 tains and more. Punch and dessert is included with each meal. application. Bedroom 1 Bath, Unfurnished, Located You can be assured of professional service from our Sunday, July 28 near LoveCity Grocery on Kingshill Road, friendly staff at St. John Properties, established in 1983 and — The third annual St. John Chaotic Kayak Race to benefit $1,425/mo, call 1.480.626.7571. helping turn dreams into reality for thirty years on St. John. Team River Runner’s Love City program is set for Sunday, July 28, at 12 p.m. at Oppenheimer Beach. Monday, July 29 — Coral Bay Community Council is hosting a follow-up meet- ing on Monday, July 29, at 6 p.m. in room six at Guy Benjamin School. At the meeting, residents will discuss “Next Steps” based on the presentation of the American Institute of Architects and community concerns from the May workshop which included more than 120 Coral Bay residents and property owners. Buying? Saturday, October 19 — “No Fleas, Please,” the St. John Animal Care Center’s annu- al flea market, will be Saturday, October 19, at the Winston Wells ball field from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Donated wares are now being accepted. Call the shelter at 774-1625 for information about pick- Selling? up of furniture and volunteering to help with setting up the fair.

Alcholics Anonymous Meetings Renting? All meetings are now open. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 6 p.m. Nazareth Lutheran Church, Cruz Bay; Thursday 7 a.m. Nazareth Lutheran Church, Cruz Bay; Sunday 9:45 a.m., Hawksnest Bay Beach; Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 6 p.m. at Moravian Church, Coral Bay seeking?

Narcotics Anonymous Meetings Email [email protected] or call 340-776-6496 Narcotics Anonymous has open meetings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Saturday at St. Ursula’s Church.

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Public Notice For Rent/Space Available

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Virgin Island National Park

Environmental Assessment for the Caneel Bay Resort Lease

The Virgin Islands National Park was established by Congress in 1956 to protect, manage, interpret, and preserve the outstanding terrestrial and marine ecosystems representative of the Eastern Caribbean Biogeographic Province, and to protect the chronology of historical and cultural heritage of the area. The park comprises ap- proximately 56 percent (10 square miles) of the island of St. John. Caneel Bay Resort is located on a 150- acre peninsula on the northwest side of the island. Caneel Bay Resort was originally developed by Laurance Rockefeller beginning in 1956. In 1983, Live-to-Work Studio Units Jackson Hole Preserve donated the resort’s 150 acres of land to the U.S. government Now Available for inclusion within the Virgin Islands National Park subject to a 40 year Retained Use Recently refurbished office/studio apartments with Estate Indenture Agreement (RUE). The RUE is scheduled to expire on September kitchenette, bath and tile floors for work and/or sleep 30, 2023. In 2010, Public Law 111-261 was enacted and authorized the National Park Service (NPS) to enter into a long-term lease with the owner of the RUE for continued resort operations upon relinquishment of the remaining term of the RUE. ,

The proposed project includes the conversion of the RUE to a long term lease under or Andy NPS purview. The NPS has prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) to analyze Nick at (340) 771-3737 / Andy at (340) 690-1260 the environmental consequences associated with the proposed conversion of the RUE on physical, natural, cultural, and human resources, and park operations. Storage Commercial/Office Home For Sale

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Contrary to popular myth that most ocean pollution is oil spilled from ships, most of it is land-based litter. Pictured: Plastic litter on a beach, before clean-up.

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Dear EarthTalk: Contrary to popular myth that up in the bellies of marine life, als can help. Reyes National Seashore in Marin What is the “All One Ocean” most ocean pollution is oil spilled contaminating not just ocean eco- The idea is to provide “a sim- County there, with several follow- campaign? from ships, most of it is land-based systems but in some cases the very ple, doable way for people to have ing at other San Francisco Bay Bill O’Neill litter. seafood on our dinner plates. fun cleaning up trash as they en- area beaches. Iglehart hopes the Los Angeles, CA “The most dangerous litter is The main project of All One joy their beach activities,” Iglehart campaign will encourage people our throw-away plastic because Ocean is the creation and mainte- said. to reconsider their consumption of All One Ocean is a non-profit of its longevity and capacity to nance of permanent, community “The Beach Clean Up Station is single use plastics, since the pro- campaign launched in 2010 by increase in toxicity, eventually re- supported Beach Clean Up Sta- a practical way to insure that clean duction and distribution of such long-time author, activist and or- turning to the human food chain in tions, which are essentially boxes up is happening everyday on all our items contributes not just to the ganizer Hallie Austen Iglehart with a more lethal form,” said Iglehart. containing reusable bags for beach beaches,” she said. “Like ‘adopt demise of the oceans but also to the goal of reducing the amount of “Much of our plastic ends up in the visitors to use in picking up trash a highway’ campaigns, Beach increased global warming. plastic and other trash that ends up ocean in giant collections of trash during their time on the sand and Clean Up Stations create commu- Unlike many environmental is- in the ocean where it compromises called gyres, created by circular in the surf. nity around care for and education sues that seem beyond our control, the health of marine wildlife and ocean currents.” The idea is to empty any gar- about these clean up hubs.” cleaning up beaches is something ecosystems. “They trap debris for decades bage into a trash can somewhere Iglehart would like to see Beach anyone can do and indeed every Iglehart was incensed to learn where it continues to break into — so it can find its way to a land- Clean Up Stations in place at coast- little bit helps. that a million seabirds and 100,000 ever smaller, more toxic pieces, fill instead of out into the ocean al and even freshwater beaches all “Every tiny piece of human marine mammals and turtles die never fully biodegrading,” Igle- — and then ideally return the bag around the world, but for now the trash picked up is one less toxin each year from ingesting plastic in hart said. empty to the box. Each clean-up group is starting out in Northern in someone’s stomach,” said Igle- the water column — and created Of particular concern to Igle- station also provides a sign with California. hart. All One Ocean to do something hart is the fact that much of this information on the extent of the The first one was put in place For more information checkout about it. carelessly discarded plastic winds problem and other ways individu- at Limantour Beach at the Point www.alloneocean.org.

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We want to know if you felt an earthquake, Citizen volunteers are also making significant addi- saw a landslide, have a new building going up nearby, tions to The National Map (TNM), a web-based geo- or have flowers blooming earlier than normal. If you spatial visualization platform. The public is encouraged live in Alaska, we want you to tell us if you experience to collect data on manmade structures such as schools, a volcanic ash fall and even collect a sample. hospitals, post offices, police stations, and other build- And the information you provide does not just sit ings. on a shelf. Instead, it gets aggregated and disseminated The project started last year in Colorado and has through a variety of tools geared toward making this expanded to 35 states. 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As one of the longest standing and most suc- ogy Network gives you this opportunity through its cessful examples of citizen-based science to date, it has widely successful program, Nature’s Notebook. garnered more than 2,790,000 total responses since its Volunteers are collecting observations of these sea- launch in 1997. sonal changes — referred to as phenology — to help Through this program, users are able to document the instrumented regions. scientists better understand subjects including climate shaking level they experienced and find out what was USGS analysts at the National Earthquake Infor- change, invasive species, agricultural production, im- felt elsewhere. Specifically, USGS scientists aggregate mation Center receive these indicators and then turn pacts of frosts and freezes, and the timing of pests results by zip code (domestically) and by city (glob- to more accurate earthquake sensors and instrumen- and diseases. 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