U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced today the nomination of Vincent Roberts as the next Commissioner of the Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation during the weekly briefing at Government House on St. Thomas.
With over 18 years of service and an established record of leadership within the department, Roberts was praised for his commitment to youth programs, recreational improvement, and broad community engagement. Governor Bryan highlighted Roberts’s recent accomplishments, including reopening the Renholdt Jackson Complex and overseeing significant enhancements to horse racing and track facilities. The Governor urged the Legislature to act swiftly to confirm his nominee.
In accepting the nomination, Roberts stated:
“The department has made great strides in the past six years under the Bryan-Roach administration, and it’s my duty and my privilege to continue leading and building on those successes. I look forward to working with our private and public partners and making great strides, and like the Governor said, getting those health and fitness programs going so we can get a healthy community.”
Governor Bryan also underscored ongoing efforts to revitalize public recreation facilities across the territory. He invited the St. Croix community to attend the grand reopening of the Vincent Mason Coral Resort in Frederiksted on Friday, May 9. The Governor extended heartfelt thanks to James Benton and Benton Construction for their exceptional work restoring the facility—an effort central to the Healthier Horizons initiative, which aims to expand access to safe and welcoming spaces that promote wellness for all residents.
In reflecting on recent events, Governor Bryan expressed appreciation for the community’s participation in the St. Thomas Carnival, emphasizing both its role in showcasing local culture and unity and the sadness felt as the territory mourns the loss of two young men in separate incidents over the weekend. He extended condolences to their families and urged anyone with information to assist the Virgin Islands Police Department.
As the territory observes National Hurricane Preparedness Week, Governor Bryan encouraged all residents to remain vigilant, especially in light of the recent earthquake and record-breaking rainfall during Carnival. He recognized the community’s resilience in facing these challenges together.
Governor Bryan concluded the briefing by announcing he will be out of the territory this week to serve on an Artificial Intelligence panel in New York. During his absence, Lieutenant Governor Roach will serve as Acting Governor.
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