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The Department of Public Works’ contractors will complete roadside maintenance this week - September 15-18, 2026 - in the areas listed below. Please exercise caution in these areas. ... See MoreSee Less
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DPW Permit Payment System
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Visit DPW.VI.GOV, select Permits, then choose Burial Permits or Other Permits. Complete the required fields, submit your application, and upload any required documents/photos. You’ll receive a permit number after submission.
Allow 5 business days for your application to be reviewed. Check your application status using “Search Existing Permit.” When the status says “Pending Payment,” click the permit number to pay online.
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The Department of Public Works (DPW) advises the motoring public of a road closure on Vester Gade, adjacent to Jane E. Tuitt Elementary School, on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands.
Beginning Monday, September 14, 2026, DPW contractor Grace Civil, LLC will commence milling activities in the area. Road work will take place daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The project is scheduled to be completed by Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
All vehicles should be removed from the surrounding area during road repairs. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes, allow additional travel time, and exercise caution when traveling through the area.
The Department of Public Works appreciates the community's patience and cooperation as it continues working to improve road conditions throughout the territory. ... See MoreSee Less
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DPW Permit Payment System
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Available for:
VITRAN Advertising | Barricades & Light Towers | Burial Plots | Special Events | Parking Lots | Roadside Advertising | Road Excavation | Driveway
Apply - Pay Online - Track
Visit DPW.VI.GOV, select Permits, then choose Burial Permits or Other Permits. Complete the required fields, submit your application, and upload any required documents/photos. You’ll receive a permit number after submission.
Allow 5 business days for your application to be reviewed. Check your application status using “Search Existing Permit.” When the status says “Pending Payment,” click the permit number to pay online.
Visit dpw.vi.gov to apply
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We Are Hiring: Join Our Team!
Mass Transit Bus Operator - STJ
Heavy EQUIPMENT Mechanic - STT
Heavy EQUIPMENT Operator II - STJ
Mason - STT/STJ
Project Inspector - STT/STJ
VITRAN Mass Transit Bus Mechanic I - STT/STJ
VITRAN Mass Transit Bus Mechanic II - STT/STJ
VITRAN Mass Transit Bus Mechanic II - STX
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UPDATE - WAPA ALERT:
STT - The temporary road closure on Norre Gade for necessary maintenance on a utility pole has been rescheduled to Thursday, September 10, from 2:00 PM–6:00 PM. Eastbound traffic from Back Street will be diverted to Government Hill; westbound traffic will be diverted onto Kirke Straede.
Please use caution and allow extra travel time.
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VITRAN will not offer fixed-route services territory-wide on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
ADA Paratransit services will be available as follows:
St. Thomas: 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
St. Croix: 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
St. John: No Service
Full services will resume territory-wide on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
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🚨TRAFFIC ALERT — RAPHUNE HILL TEMPORARILY CLOSED 🚨
The Virgin Islands Police Department advises motorists that Raphune Hill is temporarily closed due to a disabled vehicle carrying utility poles.
Motorists are encouraged to use the following alternate routes:
➡️ Valdimar Holl Drive (Skyline Drive)
➡️ Elmo Roebuck Sr. Drive (Frenchman’s Bay)
Please exercise caution, allow additional travel time, and follow the directions of police officers and traffic personnel on scene.
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In coordination with the Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA), the Department of Public Works (DPW) will distribute sandbags at the locations listed below from Thursday, September 3, through Friday, September 4, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sandbags are limited to six (6) per household.
St. Thomas - Department of Public Works Subbase, Operation's Yard
St. John - Department of Public Works, Susannaberg
St. Croix- Department of Public Works, Estate Anna’s Hope ... See MoreSee Less
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