Governor deJongh on the Territory s Future with HOVENSA
Governor deJongh on the Territory's Future with HOVENSA
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The address was a televised statement that was also issued via various local radio networks/stations. However, in the community rather than relief.
The news of this breakdown in negotiation regarding HOVENSA’s proposal for a revised agreement, does not allay the public fears about the upcoming lack of fuel oil for the Water and Power Authority (WAPA).
The Governor in his speech stated that the Government has flatly rejected HOVENSA’s proposal to convert its facility to a storage terminal because it “…reaps few benefits for the territory while reducing HOVENSA’s contractual obligations and granting the company further tax breaks at the expense of [VI] taxpayers.”
Additionally, Governor deJongh informed the public of the counterproposals based on the demand that HOVENSA restore its operations as a refinery. In support of the Government’s position, deJongh stated that electricity if HOVENSA retains its current position.
Fears created by the Governor’s speech may however be allayed by the prior news of the Public Services Commission (PSC)’s approval of an addition of solar energy into its energy production mix. The PSC’s solar project consists of six power generating sites that will sell their power to the Water and Power Authority (WAPA). Implementation of solar energy will lead to lower Levelized Energy Adjustment Clause (LEAC) rates. A good counter to the potential increase overall energy costs. But this does not solve the WAPA impending fuel crises.
In sum, there have been mixed opinions among members of the public, some applauding Governor deJongh for his stance against HOVENSA while the jury is still out as some were left with more questions than answers surrounding the state of energy costs in the territory.
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Governor deJongh on the Territory' s Future with HOVENSA
On Aug. 6, Governor John P. deJongh issued a special address regarding the current negotiation effort between the VI Government and HOVENSA.See Also:
The address was a televised statement that was also issued via various local radio networks/stations. However, in the community rather than relief.
The news of this breakdown in negotiation regarding HOVENSA’s proposal for a revised agreement, does not allay the public fears about the upcoming lack of fuel oil for the Water and Power Authority (WAPA).
The Governor in his speech stated that the Government has flatly rejected HOVENSA’s proposal to convert its facility to a storage terminal because it “…reaps few benefits for the territory while reducing HOVENSA’s contractual obligations and granting the company further tax breaks at the expense of [VI] taxpayers.”
Additionally, Governor deJongh informed the public of the counterproposals based on the demand that HOVENSA restore its operations as a refinery. In support of the Government’s position, deJongh stated that electricity if HOVENSA retains its current position.
Fears created by the Governor’s speech may however be allayed by the prior news of the Public Services Commission (PSC)’s approval of an addition of solar energy into its energy production mix. The PSC’s solar project consists of six power generating sites that will sell their power to the Water and Power Authority (WAPA). Implementation of solar energy will lead to lower Levelized Energy Adjustment Clause (LEAC) rates. A good counter to the potential increase overall energy costs. But this does not solve the WAPA impending fuel crises.
In sum, there have been mixed opinions among members of the public, some applauding Governor deJongh for his stance against HOVENSA while the jury is still out as some were left with more questions than answers surrounding the state of energy costs in the territory.
Tell us what you think by visiting the AARP VI website, liking our page and following us on . We would love to hear from you.
Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures