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Magens Bay Authority Considering Temporary Changes in Effort to Minimize Spread of Covid-19 Between Visitors and Locals

ST. THOMAS — Katina Coulianos, the chairperson of the Magens Bay Authority, recently sent out a statement clarifying what she explained was an informal discussion held between the Magens Bay Authority Board, Cruise Ship Excursions and local tour operators. The report also sought to address the misperceptions circulating the community about how the authority considers proposals for various uses and activities.  Ms. Coulianos first explained the procedure for requests. "The applicant must first contact the authority whether by letter or email to begin the communication process, then during the board's monthly board meetings, the applicant will present their proposal," she said. There has been talk throughout the community about the board allowing St. Thomas company Cruise Ship Excursions to section off part of the beach for only their passengers. However, Ms. Coulianos made it clear in her statement that it was not the board's intention to do so.  Before Covid-19, Disney Cruises offer...