AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTourism & Land-Use Fight: Community advocate Sharon P. Flax-Brutus says the Baths exclusive-access controversy is “far from over,” pressing elected officials to state their positions after the National Parks Trust paused talks pending government review, while she questions revenue, carrying capacity, rest days, and whether key tourism and port bodies were properly consulted. Court-Linked Finance: In the Plus Ultra rescue probe, the UDEF says investigators tracked seized cash and assets including $653,874 in Miami and €457,000+ in cash, with funds tied to a BVI company and a case still open in the National Court. Power Bills & Disconnections: BVIEC boss Dr Neil M. Smith rejects maladministration claims and says recent disconnections were for July arrears under its 30-day policy, stressing the utility is a business and even employees face the same treatment. Port Costs: BVI Ports Authority warns temporary port-fee relief ends Sept 1, with wharfage rising 1%→2% and container handling $150→$300 per TEU. Investor Climate: Opposition Leader Marlon Penn argues bureaucracy forces investors to chase approvals across agencies, discouraging new business and “new money.” Financial Crime Capacity: BVI’s Financial Crime Unit (RVIPF FCU) wins an ARIN-CARIB “Most Responsive Member” award for international cooperation. Water & Public Health: St. Croix wastewater overflow repairs are complete, but WAPA suspends reverse-osmosis at Richmond pending tests and keeps a boil-water advisory in Frederiksted. Scam Alert: VIPD warns of fraudulent traffic-fine text messages urging residents not to click links or share details.
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