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(a) In the interest of the welfare of the Virgin Islands and for the purpose of improving the health and living standards of its people, the Commissioner of Sports, Parks and Recreation shall plan and execute a continuing constructive program in the field of community recreation. Such program shall be designed to encourage widespread interest and active participation of the population in recreational and athletic activities.\n(b) Under such program, the Commissioner of Sports, Parks and Recreation shall—\n(1) institute programs of recreational and athletic activities;\n(2) coordinate activities in the public schools with programs in public playgrounds and recreational centers; and\n(3) set standards for recreational and athletic groups.