AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGubernatorial Forum: Ada-Calvo and Terlaje-Perez traded plans at a Guam Women’s Chamber of Commerce forum, with childcare affordability and healthcare among the hot topics. Women’s Health Access: Todu Guam Foundation welcomed OB/GYN Dr. Jacqueline M.K. Wong to its Women’s Health team, now accepting new patients and referrals. Tourism Push: GVB is gearing up for the Guam Mega FAM Tour (Sept. 3–7), bringing 200+ Japan, Korea, Philippines, Taiwan and Malaysia travel partners and media to connect Guam operators with overseas distributors. FEMA Funding: FEMA awarded more than $16M for Guam Memorial Hospital and University of Guam resilience projects tied to Typhoon Mawar, including a secondary power source for the island’s public hospital. Education Disruption: Tiyan High remains shut after a failed inspection, sending about 2,300 GDOE students to remote learning while a new inspection is set for Thursday. Customs Enforcement: Customs found tampering and missing items on some containers with broken seals, as lawmakers consider tougher high-security seal requirements. Utility Rates: The PUC approved GWA’s 6.25% nonlifeline rate increase and 3.55% legislative surcharge effective Oct. 1. Military Readiness: JTF Micronesia declined to say whether Guam has enough interceptor missiles, citing operational security. Regional Diplomacy: Guam is seeking full membership in the Pacific Islands Forum to strengthen its voice on regional security, governance and climate priorities.
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