The Government of the Virgin Islands through its recently released cabinet decisions has increased stipends for the board directors and members of two statutory bodies; the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) and the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA).
The decision was made public through a statement from Cabinet’s December 18th, 2019 meeting.
The statement said: “Cabinet reviewed and approved the resolution submitted by the Chairman of the BVI Tourist Board to increase the stipends paid to its directors as follows: chairman- $1,800 per month, deputy chairman-$1,500 per month, members-$900 per month.”
Cabinet further agreed to pay the same respective amounts to the BVIPA’s chairman, deputy chairman, remaining board members.
The BVITB is responsible for promoting the BVI brand while the BVIPA is responsible for the welcoming and safe arrival of seafaring passengers. The Ports Authority is also responsible for the reception, handling and security of the cargo and sea-based trade in the territory.
The aforementioned boards were established to govern the affairs of the various entities in the Virgin Islands.