AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEnergy Costs Hit Home: Guam Power Authority’s fuel surcharge (LEAC) jumps from 13.58¢ to 19.415¢ per kWh starting July 1, adding about $58 a month for an average 1,000 kWh residential bill through Jan. 31, 2027. Port Watch: The Port Authority of Guam posted a clean FY2025 audit and a $40.9M net position, but is proposing a phased 17% tariff increase for FY2026–FY2027 as margins narrow. Renewables in Yona: The Guam Hybrid Land Use Commission approved Pacific Energy Corp.’s conditional use permit to build a Yona solar farm (up to 18.4 MW across the island’s Phase IV), with cultural and environmental concerns addressed. Cannabis Industry Milestone: Guam’s Cannabis Control Board approved the island’s first permit to operate for Guam Real Deal LLC (Deep Green Guam), clearing the way for cultivation after required inspections and approvals. Local Land Governance: CHamoru Land Trust Commission approved two previously voided leases tied to a 2018 AG legal opinion on prohibited transfer of applicant rights. Military & Jobs: NAWMU-1 broke ground on a Missile Integration Test Facility while planning relocation of 100+ threatened native orchids found in the construction zone. UOG Spotlight: UOG archaeologist Dr. Michael Carson is featured in an upcoming National Geographic documentary airing July 2.
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