May 6, 2026 The Honorable Kurt A. Vialet Chair Committee on Education and Workforce Development 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands 3022 Estate Golden Rock Christiansted, St. Croix, VI 00820 Dear Mr. Chairman: Please accept this letter as formal notification that I will arrive late to the Committee on Education and Workforce Development meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Frits E. Lawaetz Legislative Conference Room, St. Croix, due to a previously scheduled engagement that requires my attendance. Kindly mark me as excused for my delayed arrival and forward all information distributed during the portion of the meeting held prior to my arrival to my office. I remain committed to participating in the meeting and will be in attendance promptly upon the conclusion of my prior engagement. Thank you for your consideration and understanding. Sincerely, Carla J. Joseph Senator 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands