Gubernatorial Campaigns Receive Contributions from Companies Linked to Latitude 18 Development
Ten companies donated at least $10,000 to gubernatorial candidates in St. Thomas ahead of the 2026 primary. These contributions are significant for the fundraising efforts of the candidates involved, particularly as the Latitude 18 marina project awaits further approvals.
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Ahead of the 2026 Democratic primary, companies associated with the Latitude 18 marina development contributed at least $10,000 to gubernatorial campaigns. Each of the ten companies donated $1,000, the maximum individual contribution before a legislative cap increase, to candidates including Stacey Plaskett and Tregenza Roach.
The donations were sourced from a single bank account, suggesting coordinated financial support. Companies involved include Crystal Blue Operations, linked to properties near the site, and others registered in various states including Pennsylvania and Delaware.
The contributions comprise a notable portion of the candidates' fundraising, with Plaskett raising $308,473.34 overall. The Latitude 18 project, awaiting U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' approval, includes extensive facilities such as a restaurant and boat storage.
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