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‘Amicable solution’ reached with Chalwell family for road works to continue- Gov’t

- Chalwell family had blocked road works from continuing on family property in Hodge's Creek
Government in a press release late February 25, 2025, said, following a meeting with the Chalwell family, the Ministry of Communications and Works ‘can announce that an amicable solution has been reached regarding the erection of a fence related to the road works in Hodge’s Creek.’ Photo: VINO
The Chalwell family had actively protested the use of its family property for a stretch of roadway in Hodge’s Creek on Tortola, going as far as putting down poles on the disputed area on February 24, 2025. Photo: VINO
The Chalwell family had actively protested the use of its family property for a stretch of roadway in Hodge’s Creek on Tortola, going as far as putting down poles on the disputed area on February 24, 2025. Photo: VINO
Government has said the Ministry of Communication and Works will continue to work closely with the Chalwell family and other stakeholders to ensure that the road project from Fat Hogs Bay to Paraquita Bay progresses smoothly and benefits the community as a whole. Photo: VINO
Government has said the Ministry of Communication and Works will continue to work closely with the Chalwell family and other stakeholders to ensure that the road project from Fat Hogs Bay to Paraquita Bay progresses smoothly and benefits the community as a whole. Photo: VINO
HODGE’S CREEK, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced it has reached an agreement with the Chalwell family for road works to continue at Hodge’s Creek.

The Chalwell family had actively protested the use of its family property for a stretch of roadway in Hodge’s Creek on Tortola, going as far as putting down wooden poles on the disputed area on February 24, 2025.

The stretch of land runs about 800 feet along the shoreline between the former Pussers East and Hodge’s Creek Marina and includes a section of the current roadway.

Government in a press release late February 25, 2025, said, following a meeting with the Chalwell family, the Ministry of Communications and Works “can announce that an amicable solution has been reached regarding the erection of a fence related to the road works in Hodge’s Creek.”

According to the press release, the agreement will allow for the continuation of the road works project, which will include the rehabilitation of the existing sidewalks and the installation of new drainage systems, enhancing the overall infrastructure of the area.

Gov't apologises to Chalwell family

“The Government acknowledges and apologises for any deficiencies in its Departments' approach that may have contributed to the concerns raised by the Chalwell family.

“The Ministry of Communication and Works recognises the family’s cooperation and understanding in this matter and remains committed to ensuring that all future developments are conducted with open and transparent communication,” the press release stated.

One of the Chalwell family members, Clyde K. Chalwell, confirmed to our News Centre that an agreement had been reached with the family.

The Chalwell family had said they were not interested in selling the property but were still waiting on the government to address the matter with them.

Meanwhile, the press release stated that the Ministry of Communication and Works will continue to work closely with the Chalwell family and other stakeholders to ensure that the road project progresses smoothly and benefits the community as a whole.

See related article below:

Chalwell family blocks roadwork on disputed land @ Fat Hogs Bay

 

15 Responses to “‘Amicable solution’ reached with Chalwell family for road works to continue- Gov’t”

  • OH WOW (26/02/2025, 09:40) Like (22) Dislike (5) Reply
    A lot will be disappointed this morning..???????????? Evil does not prevail mehson! Those who were wishing that the gov take the people them land! Envious , jealous misfits who sit around waiting for an opportunity to show their true colors. Alyo really some sick wicked people. God doesn’t like ugly! Kudos to Alyo Chalwell family . The people them ain’t want Alyo money . All they ask for is to ask permission like any normal person would have ask or wanted before someone infringe on their land! I too would have erected a fence. You see it worked tho!! The gov made a move and asked. The gov ain’t own sh**! Ask and you will receive. You are not above anyone!
  • ok (26/02/2025, 10:44) Like (8) Dislike (17) Reply
    So if it’s not about the money what decision was made? Did the government promise them something in return for building the road on the land? And suppose the family feels the government did not give them a good deal later down the road, would the family take jack hammers and augers and put holes in the freshly laid tarmac
    • @ ok (26/02/2025, 11:01) Like (4) Dislike (8) Reply
      Island people mind your business. Only someone with a pea size brain can think the way you do or say what you just said.. Whatever deal was made it’s none of your business. It’s between gov and the family. Once again island people sticking their nose in locals business. ???????? wellsah hmm
    • Greg (26/02/2025, 11:32) Like (9) Dislike (3) Reply
      @ ok. It clearly states that the family and the government have come to an amicable solution and the government has apologized to the family. What agreement they have come to is NONE of YOUR BUSINESS! You are too nosey.
    • @ok (26/02/2025, 11:48) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
      You ain’t hear it was about principle… some with your wicked thoughts.
  • Well Well (26/02/2025, 11:12) Like (3) Dislike (2) Reply
    @ok Go mine your own business. you are too fast. Just volunteer to help with the of roadway building.
  • Lord (26/02/2025, 11:13) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
    This morning the comments slow to roll in buddy. A lot of people mad today. What a wicked society we live in ! Yesterday within seconds of being posted it had over 20 comments.. ????
  • haters (26/02/2025, 11:29) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Take that and carry it to the bank and cash it. See how much you got for hate.
  • Senior native citizen of the British Virgin Islands (26/02/2025, 11:31) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    Justice has prevailed in favor or the Chalwell family that has resisted bullying from the B.V.I current Premier and his cabinet members in regards to the road issue, that has caused delay in road work stopaged.
    Many believe that wrong is strong, but right is weak. No, no, no, my friends and enemies, and others, it is the other way around. Right remains forever strong. No one, God being excluded, is wrong our right about all things, only some.
  • Public Business (26/02/2025, 11:40) Like (12) Dislike (4) Reply
    What wa this agreement that was made? Public business should be made PUBLIC. Waiting on the MCW Minister to update what was given up…hope it ain’t the sea bed lease..
    • @public business (26/02/2025, 11:55) Like (7) Dislike (2) Reply
      Mind your business the people land and agreement have nothing to do with you. You people are to wicked, that is why you can’t get no where in life… stop watching what other have and mind your business.
  • BuzzBvi (26/02/2025, 12:36) Like (3) Dislike (2) Reply
    In the interests of transparency. Ha ha. What was decided.
  • thomas (26/02/2025, 12:49) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    We stand with the family
  • Public Business (26/02/2025, 12:54) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Yo - I am sure my taxes are used for this road. Hence, my opinion can be expressed idiat! Ayo want freebies at the public expense to continue without anyone paying attention. Miss go siddung!
  • Real Talk (26/02/2025, 13:16) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    Boy them chalwell public relation person got the bloggers corned in yo a@@


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