GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET No. 5041 Norre Gade Emancipation Gardens Station, 2nd Floor Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands 00802 Telephone: (340) 774-0750 January 21, 2026 Angel L. Bolques Jr. Senator at Large 36th Legislature of the Virgin Islands 3022 Estate Golden Rock Christiansted St. Croix, VI 00820 Re: Formal Notice of Absence – Committee on Culture, Youth, Aging, Sports, and Parks Dear Mr. Bolques, I am writing to formally inform the Committee that, unfortunately, I am unable to attend the scheduled meeting to provide an update on the financial and administrative progress of the Paul E. Joseph Stadium project. Regrettably, I have prior commitments outside of the Territory that require my immediate attention, and therefore I am unable to be present for the Committee’s proceedings. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate the Committee’s understanding. Respectfully, Julio A. Rhymer Sr. Director Docusign Envelope ID: FA8B4680-FA72-4000-A992-AF188321C713