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LAWMAKERS HONOR “PUPA KELLY” IN PERMA PLAQUE CEREMONY - Legislature of the United States Virgin Islands Close About Us History Functions and Structure FY 2026 Budget Honor Roll Rules of the 36th Legislative Youth Advisory Council Application Careers Archives Legislative Archives Tours × St. Thomas Senators  St. John Senators  St.Croix Senators  Districts All Senators St. Croix St. Thomas - St. John Senator at Large × Committees Committee of the Whole Budget, Appropriation and Finance Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports, and Parks Disaster Recovery, Infrastructure and Planning Economic Development and Agriculture Education and Workforce Development Government Operations, Veteran Affairs and Consumer Protection Health, Hospitals and Human Services Homeland Security, Justice and Public Safety Housing, Transportation and Telecommunications Rules and Judiciary Session Folder × No event found! Calendars Bi-Weekly Senate Calendar Session Agenda × Dialog window Dialog window General Senators Committees Media Calendars Contact Press Releases | Special Events LAWMAKERS HONOR “PUPA KELLY” IN PERMA PLAQUE CEREMONY Published: Apr 25, 2023 Search for: ST. THOMAS – Members of the 35th Legislature of the Virgin Islands, led by Senate President Novelle E. Francis Jr. hosted a Perma Plaque ceremony at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Today’s honoree was Kelly “Pupa Kelly” Charleswell, Sr. Senate President Novelle E Francis, Jr. stated that when Bill #35-0071, now resolution 1903, was offered by its sponsor, Senator Donna A. Frett-Gregory, he said it was an absolute no brainer to vote yes. Francis said he was honored to celebrate the contributions Pupa Kelly brought to the Virgin Islands Musical Scene and his rich legacy as a musician. The Bill Sponsor, Donna A. Frett Gregory delivered remarks. Frett-Gregory stated that Charleswell has spent decades creating music that uplifts spirits and ignites crowds. He is known for his role as lead guitarist and lead singer in the Awesome Jam Band. Frett-Gregory stated that he has been intentional in utilizing his knowledge and talents to impact future generations. He spent 27 years working as a music teacher and band coach at the Joseph Gomez Elementary School. He also created the Fish and Fungi Quelbe Band. The 2023 St. Thomas Carnival Village is also named in honor of Charleswell. The bill co-sponsor, Ray Fonseca delivered brief comments. Fonseca stated that Charleswell is a great musical ambassador to the people of the US Virgin Islands. The resolution was placed on a plaque and read as follows: Act No. 1903: An Act honoring and commending Kelly L. Charleswell, Sr. better known as “Pupa Kelly” for his contribution to the people of the Virgin Islands in the field of music as a teacher and instructor in the Public School system and his involvement with the musical bands of the Virgin Islands. Senators present at today’s Perma Plaque ceremony included Novelle E. Francis, Jr., Marvin A. Blyden, Marise C. James, Angel L. Bolques, Jr., Samuel CarriÏŒn, Dwayne M. DeGraff, Ray Fonseca, Carla J. Joseph, and Javan E. James, Sr. Find More Search for: Categories News Observances Press Releases Special Events Related Content COMMITTEE REVIEWS FY 2027 EXECUTIVE BUDGET REQUESTS FOR GOVERNOR’S OFFICE, LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR’S OFFICE, AND BUREAU OF MOTOR VEHICLES July 23, 2026 ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Members of the Committee on Budget, Appropriations, and Finance, chaired by Senator Novelle E. Francis Jr., met in the Frits E. Lawaetz Conference Room to receive testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budgets for... Read More COMMITTEE RECEIVES UPDATES FROM WASTE MANAGEMENT CONCERNING SEWAGE HEALTH RISKS, CANCER CARE IN THE TERRITORY                                   July 22, 2026 ST. THOMAS, VI – The 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands’ Committee on Health, Hospitals, and Human Services, led by Senator Ray Fonseca, met at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall.  Lawmakers received testimony concerning the potential and observed public... Read More SENATORS CONSIDER PROPOSED HORSE RACE LEGISLATION IN SPECIAL SESSION  July 22, 2026 Members of the 36th Legislature, led by Senate President Milton E. Potter, convened at the Earle B. Ottley Legislative Hall. Lawmakers met in special session by request of the governor to consider Bill No. 36-0313, an act approving lease and franchise agreements for the development and operation of the Randall “Doc”... Read More Quick Links Home Senators Committees Media News Contact Important Links Revised Organic Act of 1954 (PDF) 36th Oath of Office Booklet 100 Day Report Rules of the 36th Public Information or Archives Request Search for: Follow Follow Follow Follow