AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTerritorial Finances: US Virgin Islands officials say sharply lower-than-expected revenues could leave a $59 million deficit by Sept. 30, with OMB Director Julio Rhymer Jr. warning revenues may run 9.4% under forecast and urging lawmakers to approve use of Epstein and Leon Black settlement funds to plug near-term gaps. Drought Emergency: The U.S. government has declared a drought disaster for St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix, unlocking emergency federal loans for farmers as El Niño-linked dry conditions continue. Local Governance & Sports: Labour Day horse races on St. Thomas have been cancelled after the Legislature effectively stalled the Southland Gaming horse-racing agreement, leaving the event without the needed license. Tourism Spotlight: Trunk Bay on St. John is being touted as the world’s best beach in a major ranking, while another St. John snorkeling favorite—Waterlemon Cay—is highlighted for its clear waters and marine life. Regional Travel: Contour Airlines plans new flights between Trinidad and Dominica starting Oct. 5, with one-stop connections onward to San Juan and St. Thomas.
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