St. Croix – The Bryan-Roach Administration announced two major infrastructure projects at the recent press briefing at Government House St. Croix. The projects are scheduled to begin on Monday, May 18, 2026, which will advance continued revitalization efforts in Charlotte Amalie and Frederiksted Town bringing temporary traffic and pedestrian changes to both communities.
The projects include major road reconstruction work in Frederiksted and the start of demolition activities at the former Hamburg Amerika Building in downtown Charlotte Amalie which will make way for the future Virgin Islands Museum of Art.
Once completed, the Virgin Islands Museum of Art project is expected to complement the planned Veterans Drive Waterfront Improvement Project and further enhance the Charlotte Amalie waterfront district experience for residents and visitors alike.
“This project is one more piece of the Administration’s larger effort to revitalize our towns and historic districts across the Virgin Islands,” said Richard Motta, Government House Director of Communications during the press briefing. “These are not isolated projects. They are connected investments in the places that tell our story, support our small businesses, strengthen our tourism product, and improve the experience of residents and visitors alike.”
Department of Public Works Commissioner Derek Gabriel announced that contractor Marco St. Crox, Inc will begin mobilization and road reconstruction work on Monday, May 18, 2026, in Frederiksted. Commissioner Gabriel said the project will focus on repairs and reconstruction along Strand Street, King Street, Queen Street, and a portion of Fisher Street, The scope of the project includes work on the bridge where Queen Street merges into King Street, just north of the Midre Almeric Cummings Recreational and Youth Facility.
“The work is part of the Bryan-Roach Administration’s continued investment in Frederiksted’s infrastructure, public spaces, and overall town revitalization,” said Mr. Motta.
Marco St. Croix is expected to release its detailed construction schedule and additional traffic advisories in the coming days.
Mr. Motta also reiterated the Administration’s call for continued action on abandoned and derelict properties across the Territory’s historic district.
“Across our Territory, abandoned and derelict buildings continue to affect the appearance, safety, economic potential, and livability of our historic town districts,” said Mr. Motta. “They discourage investment, create hazards, and hold back the full revitalization of neighborhoods that should be thriving.”
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