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Bryan Describes Marine Task Force's First Meeting as Productive

Governor Albert Bryan on Tuesday convened the first meeting of his Marine Task Force, a public-private partnership between marine-based businesses and the V.I. government, Government House has made known. Government House said the task force was created by the Bryan administration to help revitalize the industry in the territory, boost the local economy and create jobs through workforce development.  According to Government House, the inaugural meeting focused on a wide range of subjects, including:  Building up marine infrastructure Increasing moorings throughout the territory Developing marine industry apprenticeship programs to broaden job opportunities for USVI residents  Maximizing the potential of Benner Bay on St. Thomas Expanding the Marine Service industries to encourage additional vessels to stay in the Virgin Island for marine maintenance and annual vessel haul-outs Streamlining the U.S. Customs process   “It was a very productive meeting and an excellent start ...