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A DPW crew repaired potholes on Emancipation Drive in Frederiksted. ... See MoreSee Less

A DPW crew repaired potholes on Emancipation Drive in Frederiksted.Image attachmentImage attachment

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The Department of Public Works is advising the motoring public of landscaping work commencing on Thursday, March 30th on Kronprindsens Gade Road in preparation for the upcoming Carnival Festivities. To ensure the safety of DPW crews, there will be a temporary road closure during the hours of 9 AM to noon.

Motorists traveling westbound on the Judy Gomez Highway will be directed to utilize the road on Gaesvaerks Gade, which is located on the west side of the GERS Building. Motorists traveling Eastbound from Nye Nordsidevej Road will exit onto New Tavern Gade, adjacent to Winward Passage Hotel (see map).

The Department of Public Works appreciates the community's patience as they work to improve road conditions throughout the territory.
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The Department of Public Works is advising the motoring public of landscaping work commencing on Thursday, March 30th on Kronprindsens Gade Road in preparation for the upcoming Carnival Festivities. To ensure the safety of DPW crews, there will be a temporary road closure during the hours of 9 AM to noon. 

Motorists traveling westbound on the Judy Gomez Highway will be directed to utilize the road on Gaesvaerks Gade, which is located on the west side of the GERS Building. Motorists traveling Eastbound from Nye Nordsidevej Road will exit onto New Tavern Gade, adjacent to Winward Passage Hotel (see map).

The Department of Public Works appreciates the communitys patience as they work to improve road conditions throughout the territory.Image attachment

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is advising the community of an emergency road closure beginning today, Tuesday, March 28. As the Smith Bay Road Project continued, there was a need for the contractor - Rumina Construction, LLC -- to close a segment of the roadway to prepare for a concrete pour. (See map.) The affected roadway is expected to reopen by the end of next week. Motorists are asked to utilize alternate routes and proceed with caution while traversing the area.

The Department of Public Works appreciates the community's patience as they work to improve road conditions throughout the territory.
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) is advising the community of an emergency road closure beginning today, Tuesday, March 28. As the Smith Bay Road Project continued, there was a need for the contractor - Rumina Construction, LLC -- to close a segment of the roadway to prepare for a concrete pour. (See map.) The affected roadway is expected to reopen by the end of next week. Motorists are asked to utilize alternate routes and proceed with caution while traversing the area.

The Department of Public Works appreciates the communitys patience as they work to improve road conditions throughout the territory.Image attachment

The Department of Public Works will suspend VITRAN fixed-route services, territory-wide, this Friday, March 31, in observance of Transfer Day.

ADA Paratransit services will operate on the following holiday schedule:

St. Thomas/St. John: 4:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
St. Croix: 5:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The Department of Public Works appreciates the community's understanding.

Visit VITRANVI.COM for more information on routes.
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The Department of Public Works will suspend VITRAN fixed-route services, territory-wide, this Friday, March 31, in observance of Transfer Day.

ADA Paratransit services will operate on the following holiday schedule: 

St. Thomas/St. John: 4:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
St. Croix:  5:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The Department of Public Works appreciates the communitys understanding.

Visit VITRANVI.COM for more information on routes.

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Thank you for letting us know

The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works is hiring!
Apply online at www.dpw.vi.gov or visit www.dopusvi.org/ for an opportunity to join our team!

ST. THOMAS / ST. JOHN DISTRICT
Executive Secretary
Ferryboat Operations & Maintenance Coordinator

dpw.vi.gov/jobs/
#usvidpw #dpwonthemove #usvirginislands #intheworksvi #buildbackbetterusvi #usvijobs
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The Virgin Islands Department of Public Works is hiring!
Apply online at www.dpw.vi.gov or visit https://www.dopusvi.org/ for an opportunity to join our team!

ST. THOMAS / ST. JOHN DISTRICT
Executive Secretary 
Ferryboat Operations & Maintenance Coordinator

https://dpw.vi.gov/jobs/
#usvidpw #dpwonthemove #usvirginislands #intheworksvi #buildbackbetterusvi #usvijobs

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is advising the community of emergency repairs scheduled for next week in Downtown Christiansted. Department personnel were notified of a collapsing concrete canal and deck near the intersection of the Seaborne Terminal. DPW assessed the structure on Friday, March 24, and will begin repairs on Monday, March 27, 2023. Motorists are asked to follow the directions of department personnel on site and proceed with caution while traversing the area. ... See MoreSee Less

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is advising the community of emergency repairs scheduled for next week in Downtown Christiansted. Department personnel were notified of a collapsing concrete canal and deck near the intersection of the Seaborne Terminal. DPW assessed the structure on Friday, March 24, and will begin repairs on Monday, March 27, 2023. Motorists are asked to follow the directions of department personnel on site and proceed with caution while traversing the area.

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is advising the community of the upcoming closure of the Fort Christian Parking Lot to allow time for the setup of the 2023 Carnival Village. The parking lot will close to the motoring public on Saturday, April 1, and re-open by Saturday, May 6, 2023. Any vehicles left in the parking lot after the scheduled closure date will be towed at the owner’s expense.

The Department of Public Works wishes everyone a happy and safe carnival season!
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) is advising the community of the upcoming closure of the Fort Christian Parking Lot to allow time for the setup of the 2023 Carnival Village. The parking lot will close to the motoring public on Saturday, April 1, and re-open by Saturday, May 6, 2023. Any vehicles left in the parking lot after the scheduled closure date will be towed at the owner’s expense.

The Department of Public Works wishes everyone a happy and safe carnival season!

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Congratulations to DPWs Employees of the Year for 2023!

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The Fort Christian Parking Lot will be closed this Friday, March 24, 2023, to all motoring and pedestrian traffic to allow for the paving of the lot. The lot may remain closed on Saturday, March 25, if necessary. Fort Christian Parking Lot is expected to reopen on Monday, March 27, 2023.

The Department of Public Works appreciates the community's patience as they work to improve its facilities throughout the territory.
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The Fort Christian Parking Lot will be closed this  Friday, March 24, 2023, to all motoring and pedestrian traffic to allow for the paving of the lot. The lot may remain closed on Saturday, March 25, if necessary. Fort Christian Parking Lot is expected to reopen on Monday, March 27, 2023. 

The Department of Public Works appreciates the communitys patience as they work to improve its facilities throughout the territory.
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