Overview: Bill 36-0065, "An Act amending Act No. 8512 by removing the responsibility of the Virgin Islands Port Authority from constructing a warehouse on former Addelita Cancryn Junior High School campus to requiring the Port Authority to assist with the design, retrofitting and renovation of an existing warehouse located on Parcel No. 1B and 47B-1 Gasverks Gade, No. 3 Crown Prince Quarter, St. Thomas", was introduced on February 19, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to modify the responsibilities of the Virgin Islands Port Authority regarding the construction of a warehouse on the former Addelita Cancryn Junior High School campus. Instead of constructing a new warehouse, the bill requires the Port Authority to assist with the design, retrofitting, and renovation of an existing warehouse located in the Crown Prince Quarter of St. Thomas.
Key Provisions:
- Removes the Port Authority's responsibility to construct a new warehouse on the former Addelita Cancryn Junior High School campus
- Requires the Port Authority to assist with the design, retrofitting, and renovation of an existing warehouse located on Parcel No. 1B and 47B-1 Gasverks Gade, No. 3 Crown Prince Quarter, St. Thomas
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- The Virgin Islands Port Authority, which will have its responsibilities regarding the warehouse construction project modified
- The owners or operators of the existing warehouse in the Crown Prince Quarter, who will receive assistance from the Port Authority for its renovation
- The community surrounding the former Addelita Cancryn Junior High School campus, who may be impacted by the change in the warehouse construction plans
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been introduced and is currently in the legislative process. If passed, the Port Authority's responsibilities will be amended, and the focus will shift to the renovation of the existing warehouse in the Crown Prince Quarter.
