The new administration office at the Virgin Gorda Dumpsite. Photo: Government of the Virgin Islands

The new Virgin Gorda Dumpsite administration office is equipped with an office space, rest room and shower facilities as well as a lunch room. Photo: Government of the Virgin Islands

This is according to the Director of the Department of Waste Management Mr Marcus E. Solomon, who in a press release on Friday, February 28, 2025, said the admin office is a welcomed addition as the department seeks to improve health and safety issues at the site. 

Well-equipped space- Mr Marcus E. Solomon 

He also said this new space is part of the department’s mission to provide much-needed facilities for the staff.

The office was commissioned in early February 2025.

According to Mr Solomon, “The space is now equipped with an office space, rest room and shower facilities as well as a lunch room.  This upgrade was necessary as we continue to enhance our waste management services.”

Remember to recycle- Mr Marcus E. Solomon

Mr Solomon also took the opportunity to remind persons in the communities across the Virgin Islands to continue their recycling efforts.

“Start by separating plastics and glass and ensure that they are bagged…You can also compost your organic waste and drop off your plastics or glass at any or our conveniently located recycling stations throughout the Territory,” he advised. 

Businesses are also reminded that they can take their recyclables directly to Paraquita Bay in the case of plastics or to Pockwood Pond in the case of glass for recycling.

The scheduled days for the collection of recycling bags at bins are as follows:

• Virgin Gorda – Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
• Jost Van Dyke – Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
• Tortola – Daily