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SUMMARY:Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports and Parks:
DESCRIPTION:The Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports, and Parks will convene a legislative hearing to examine the financial and operational oversight of the Paul E. Joseph Stadium project. The hearing will focus on reviewing the historical and current management of this major territorial capital improvement initiative, with particular attention to financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, procurement processes, and construction progress.\nBLOCK I										         10:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.\nDuring this Block, the Committee will receive testimony and conduct a comprehensive examination of the financial and administrative oversight of the Paul E. Joseph Stadium project. This inquiry will span the past decade and focus on identifying the root causes behind persistent delays, budget overruns, and the current status of project implementation.\nThe Office of Management and Budget (OMB) will provide an in-depth review of historical funding allocations and expenditures, offering clarity on the fiscal trajectory of the project and identifying any budgeting inconsistencies or reallocations over time.\nThe Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR) will share insights into regulatory oversight, environmental permitting, and compliance with Coastal Zone Management guidelines. Their testimony is expected to reveal how environmental regulations have influenced project pacing and development.\nThe Department of Property and Procurement (DPP) will address procurement strategies, contract management, and any administrative hurdles encountered during the solicitation and oversight of construction contractors, including GEC, LLC.\nThe Department of Public Works (DPW) will present on the operational coordination and statutory responsibilities related to infrastructure execution. Testimony will cover project milestones, contractor coordination, and the department’s role in ensuring progress accountability.\nThe Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation (DSPR), as the agency with end-user responsibility, will summarize its oversight contributions, facility requirements, and its involvement in guiding the project toward functional utility.\nThe USVI Office of Disaster Recovery (ODR), report on its oversight of funds allocated to the Paul E. Joseph Stadium project. Testimony will cover funding compliance, project monitoring, and coordination with agencies and contractor to ensure timely execution.\nRepresentatives from GEC, LLC/Coastal Systems USVI will be required to outline the history of their contractual engagement, change order justifications, and ongoing challenges affecting project delivery. Their testimony will be key to understanding the practical execution of construction tasks and any unresolved issues still affecting completion.\nThis Block seeks to present a full-spectrum view of the operational, fiscal, and regulatory layers of the stadium’s development, with the goal of identifying actionable legislative solutions to move the project forward effectively and responsibly.\nInvited Testifiers:\nJulio A. Rhymer, Sr., Director, Office of Management and Budget (OMB)\nHonorable Jean-Pierre L. Oriol, Commissioner, Department of Planning and Natural Resources (DPNR)\nHonorable Lisa M. Alejandro, Commissioner, Department of Property and Procurement (DPP)\nHonorable Derek A. Gabriel, Commissioner Department of Public Works (DPW)\nVincent Roberts, Commissioner Nominee, Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation (DSPR)\nMr. John Wessel, Managing Member, GEC, LLC/Coastal Systems USVI\nMr. Tim Dempsey, Director of Operations, USVI Office of Disaster Recovery\nAdrienne L. Williams-Octalien, Director, USVI Office of Disaster Recovery\nLUNCH										              12:30 P.M. – 1:00 P.M.\nBLOCK II										       1:00 P.M. – 4:30 P.M.\nThis Block will continue the Committee’s in-depth review of the Paul E. Joseph Stadium project. Building on the testimonies and findings from the morning session, this segment will allow additional input from invited testifiers and deeper discussion on unresolved issues. The focus will remain on construction progress, fiscal management, interagency coordination, and identifying any further actions needed.\n
URL:https://legvi.org/events/committee-on-culture-youth-aging-sports-and-parks-20/
ORGANIZER;CN=Senator Angel L. Bolques, Jr.:MAILTO:SenatorBolques@legvi.org
CATEGORIES:Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports, and Parks
LOCATION:St. Croix
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