First Resiliency Workshop Held In St. Thomas. The Advisory Committee Hopes To Inform The Rebuilding Of The Territory Following Irma And Maria.

ST. THOMAS -- Governor Kenneth Mapp's Hurricane Recovery Advisory Committee held its first resiliency and sustainability workshop on Monday as part of the Mr. Mapp's mission to build back the U.S. Virgin Islands in a stronger, smarter and more environmentally friendly manner, Government House said early Tuesday. “These workshops will ensure we integrate resiliency, sustainability and best practices at every step along the way,” said the governor. Dina Leroy, head of the Hurricane Recovery Advisory Committee and an advisor to the governor, said that more workshops are planned in the coming months on St. Croix and St. John. “Because each island has different needs, getting local input will help us build back the right way for each community,” Ms. Leroy said. “There is a great opportunity to rebuild the USVI in a more sustainable way that not only decreases vulnerability to future storms, but also reduces energy costs and protects the territory’s natural resources,” said Adam Fr...