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VIWMA INVITES COMMUNITY TO TERRITORY-WIDE TOWN HALL MEETINGS

 

(U.S. Virgin Islands) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) will host town hall meetings across the territory on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, on St. Thomas/St. John at the Public Services Commission Office in Barbel Plaza. On Thursday, January 15, 2026, the meeting will take place on St. Croix at the Alfredo Andrews Elementary School; both meetings will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

 

These meetings will provide an opportunity for open dialogue on several important topics, including the territory-wide construction of Convenience Centers, the transition to standardized trash carts, wastewater and solid waste fees, and efforts to address illegal dumping, among other critical waste management initiatives.

 

Community input is essential as VIWMA works toward creating a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable Virgin Islands. Residents are encouraged to attend, ask questions, share concerns, and offer feedback that will help guide future planning and decision-making.

 

VIWMA looks forward to collaborating with the community to develop effective, long-term solutions that benefit everyone and appreciates the public’s continued participation and support.

 

For more information, please contact the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-474-2811 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with us on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates.

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01-09-2026

 

ESTATES WILLIAMS DELIGHT WEST AND CANE SCHEDULED FOR AFTERNOON HOUSE-TO-HOUSE TRASH COLLECTION

 

(St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) would like to inform the residents of Estate Williams Delight West and Estate Cane that trash collection will occur today, January 7, 2026, starting at approximately 4:00 p.m.  

 

Residents are reminded to properly secure all household waste and place it at designated collection points to ensure smooth, efficient collection.  

 

We appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as we work together to maintain clean and healthy neighborhoods. 

 

For more information, please contact the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-474-2811 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with us on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates.

 

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01-07-2026

 

ST. CROIX ANGUILLA LANDFILL CLOSING TODAY DUE TO FIRE

 

(St. Croix, USVI) - The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) would like to inform the community that the St. Croix Anguilla Landfill will be closing today due to fire.

 

Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services (VIFEMS) are on the scene. We ask the public to be careful traversing the area, and we thank you for your cooperation.

 

For more information, contact the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-474-2811 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn for updates

 

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01-02-2026

 

VIWMA ANNOUNCES REOPENING OF ANGUILLA LANDFILL ON ST. CROIX

 

(St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) informs the community that the Anguilla Landfill, which was closed on Friday, January 2, 2026, due to a fire incident, has reopened today, Saturday, January 3, 2026. The fire has since been extinguished, and normal operations will resume at regular hours.

 

VIWMA would like to express its gratitude to the Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services and its staff for their prompt response, dedication, and coordinated efforts in managing the situation.

 

The Authority apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this temporary closure and thanks the community for their patience and understanding.

 

For more information, please contact the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-474-2811 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X for updates.

 

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01-03-2026

 

VIWMA TO INCREASE COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE TIPPING FEE STARTING JANUARY 1, 2026

 

(St. Croix, USVI) – The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) in cooperation with Engineering Design Technologies, Inc. (EDT) and Gulf Coast Underground, LLC (GCU), will be performing Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Inspections of the Sanitary Sewer Lines in Christiansted in the vicinity of the Boardwalk area starting on Monday, December 15th, 2025.

 

The EDT/GCU Crews will be accessing manholes to insert robots into the sewer lines to perform the inspections to gather information regarding the existing conditions of the infrastructure.

 

The EDT/GCU personnel will be uniformed and carry identification, and our crew will be working to minimize impacts on local businesses and residents.

 

AT NO TIME WILL FIELD CREWS HAVE TO ENTER YOUR BUSINESS OR RESIDENCE.

 

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we’re working in your neighborhood.  If needed, please contact us for more information on the work being conducted in your area.

 

Project Manager: Coleman Miller (251) 518-9771

Field Crew Emergency Contact: Jacob Owen (205) 580-0493

Senior VIWMA Engineer: Will Hensel (340) 244-5988

 

Call the Division of Education and Communications Management at 340-474-2811 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Stay connected with us on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn for updates

 

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12-12-2025

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