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April 17, 2025 Mr. John Wessel, Owner Ms. Vickie Wessel, Co-Owner Mr. Tim Dempsey, Director of Operations GEC, LLC / Coastal Systems USVI Re: Invitation to CYASP Hearing – Paul E. Joseph Stadium Project Dear Mr. Wessel, Ms. Wessel, and Mr. Dempsey, I extend warm regards and gratitude for your continued contributions to infrastructure development in the Virgin Islands. As Chair of the Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports, and Parks (CYASP), I write to formally invite your participation in a legislative hearing to be held on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 9:30 AM at the Fritz E. Lawaetz Legislative Chamber on the island of St. Croix. Your appearance is requested during Block II of the hearing, beginning at 1:00 PM, which will specifically address the progress and execution of the Paul E. Joseph Stadium Project. As the primary contractor, GEC, LLC is a central stakeholder in the successful delivery of this project. The Committee seeks your direct insight and technical updates regarding construction performance, collaboration with government agencies, and project accountability. We respectfully request that your testimony include: • The current construction phase, including recent milestones achieved and key deliverables anticipated. • A comparison of the actual construction timeline against the original project schedule, including projected completion. • The extent of coordination with relevant government agencies (DPW, DPP, DSPR, DPNR) and subcontractors. • An overview of the project’s financial status, including invoicing, disbursements, outstanding payments, and funding source alignment. • A summary of all approved change orders, detailing their scope, justification, and fiscal impact. • Any supply chain disruptions or material sourcing challenges and the mitigation strategies in place. • Compliance with applicable federal and local laws, permitting requirements, labor standards, and procurement regulations. • Public communication and community engagement activities conducted to inform and involve local stakeholders. • Any penalties, project delays, or operational challenges encountered, and the corrective actions implemented or proposed. Legislature of the Virgin Islands P.O. BOX 1690 ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS 00802 (340) 693-3571 CHAIRMAN Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, and Parks VICE-CHAIRMAN Committee on Economic Development & Agriculture MEMBER Committee of the Whole Committee on Rules & Judiciary Committee on Homeland Security, Justice & Public Safety Committee on Disaster Recovery, Infrastructure and Planning Sub-Committee on Energy & Infrastructure Development The Honorable Angel Bolques, Jr. Senator-At-Large 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands Please submit written testimony no later than Friday, May 23, 2025, so the Committee may adequately prepare. Your detailed input will play a vital role in our assessment and legislative response as we work to ensure the project’s success. Thank you for your partnership in building a stronger Virgin Islands. Respectfully, The Honorable Angel Bolques, Jr. Chair, Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, and Parks Senator At Large, 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands Cc: All Senators