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36-0117

An act appropriating $296,700 from the General Fund of the Treasury of the Government of the Virgin Islands to the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority for the purchase and installation of street lighting from the University of the Virgin Islands to Raphune Hill in St. Thomas

2025-2026 Regular Session

One-time $296,700 from the General Fund to VIWAPA for street lighting along the UVI–Raphune Hill corridor in St. Thomas, improving safety for residents and commuters.

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Bill Summary · 36-0117

Summary of Bill 36-0117

Overview

Bill 36-0117 proposes a one-time appropriation of $296,700 from the General Fund to the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (VIWAPA) for the purchase and installation of street lighting along the route from the University of the Virgin Islands to Raphune Hill in St. Thomas.

Purpose and Intent

  • To improve street lighting along a specific corridor in St. Thomas, enhancing safety, visibility, and nighttime accessibility for residents, students, workers, and travelers.
  • To address infrastructure needs by equipping the targeted route with lighting through VIWAPA’s operations.

Key Provisions

  • Appropriation: $296,700
  • Source of funds: General Fund of the Treasury of the Government of the Virgin Islands
  • Recipient: Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (VIWAPA)
  • Authorized use: For the purchase and installation of street lighting on the route from the University of the Virgin Islands to Raphune Hill in St. Thomas
  • No additional language on ongoing maintenance, energy costs, or future funding is specified in the summary of the bill provided

Fiscal Impact

  • One-time appropriation of $296,700
  • No other fiscal provisions or revenues are described in the provided details

Affected Parties and Impact

  • VIWAPA: Receives funds to procure and install street lighting
  • Government of the Virgin Islands (General Fund): Provides the funding
  • Residents, students, commuters, and businesses along the UVI to Raphune Hill corridor in St. Thomas: Potential beneficiaries through improved lighting and safety

Procedural History / Legislative Timeline

  • Received: June 2, 2025
  • Assigned: June 2, 2025
  • To Senate: June 27, 2025
  • Introduced (status note): July 10, 2025
  • Status: Introduced (as of the latest available action)

Next Steps and Considerations

  • For passage, the bill would typically need approval by the legislative chamber(s) and signature by the Governor.
  • Potential considerations include procurement processes, project timeline, connection with VIWAPA’s existing infrastructure, and any ongoing maintenance or operating costs not specified in the bill text.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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