All in Favor of Lisa M. Alejandro for Commissioner of V.I. Department of Property & Procurement

A large round of applause could be heard from a crowd of family, friends, and colleagues gathered in the legislative hall on Thursday as they showed their support for the governor’s nomination of Lisa M. Alejandro for commissioner of the Virgin Islands Department of Property and Procurement.

“Growing up in a diverse, heritage-rich, and colorful family that saw beyond the boundaries of its own uniqueness taught me to take responsibility, to be accountable, charitable, considerate, and empathetic towards others,” said Alejandro during the Committee on Rules and Judiciary hearing.

Born and raised on St. Thomas as the eldest of 10 children, Alejandro said, “My mother took the role of parenting quite seriously and instilled in me strong family values and ethics. I witnessed the high regards and stewardship, and taught us that one’s reputation is best defined by their actions.”

Sen. Carla Joseph asked where Alejandro’s allegiance is placed as a public servant and what her perspective is. “Do you see that the governor is your boss and that you only answer to him?”