Archive for April 2020
FEMA Bulletin Week of April 6
FEMA BULLETIN April 6, 2020 In this Edition: Project Air Bridge Established to Expedite Medical Supplies FEMA Funding Notice Available for SAFER Grants FEMA Publishes Stakeholder Feedback for New Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Program FEMA Issues New Policy for Remote Flood Claims FEMA Releases Updated Flood Insurance Manual FEMA Recruits Returned Peace Corps Volunteers FEMA Hosts…
Read MoreUpdates for All Yachts from YHG
4/7/20 Governor Bryan has declared all beaches CLOSED to the public effective today, until April 20th. https://www.vi.gov/governor-bryan-closes-territorial-beaches-until-april-20/?fbclid=IwAR13P9s5fkl-OFN5YaBeBgOqD_OwYMSlICry-qnLXQ6OIMXHpQuaIXqRDF8 Be aware that the National Guard and/or VI Police, will be enforcing beach closures until April 20th. It is NOT recommended that yacht crew and/or guests attempt to land on beaches, especially the public beaches of Magens, Lindquist,…
Read MoreAnchoring in the U.S. Virgin Islands (For Any Length of Time in Any Bay)
VIPCA Members, Please note the below instruction from the governor’s office requiring that ALL vessels submit a long-term anchor permit (if anchored) and health questionnaire form to be emailed to dee@dpnr.vi.gov. Once processed, applicants will be contacted by staff to complete the process. View full press release here. See this link: https://dpnr.vi.gov/environmental-enforcement/anchoring-mooring/ In accordance with the Third Supplemental Executive Order, in…
Read MoreIntroducing Catchafire’s COVID-19 Resources for the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands
Our top priority is the well-being of our community and we know you are doing all that you can to keep your work moving forward, despite these incredibly hard circumstances. COVID-19 has upended how we work together, communicate, and administer our programs. I wanted to take a moment to remind you that your organization has…
Read MoreA Look at the Federal Paycheck Protection Program
Today’s Rundown What you need to know about the paycheck-protection program Lack of consumer spending is one of greatest threats to travel agencies 11 ways marketing can prepare businesses for life after COVID-19 Coast Guard: Those with sick on board must stay at sea A hospitality school and industry festival are offering relief American Hotel…
Read MoreV.I. Economic Development Authority Extends Deadline of Small Business Impact Survey to April 5
The Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority (VIEDA) extends the deadline for small business owners in the U.S. Virgin Islands to participate in a Small-Business Impact Survey to 5 p.m. on April 5. This survey aims to assess how the Coronavirus (COVID-19) has affected the small-business community. The VIEDA will use the information collected in this…
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