AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Ban: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed Public Law 38-129 to prohibit seabed mining in Guam’s territorial waters, with fines up to $50,000 per day and a key enforcement lever tied to Port Authority access unless there’s “full consultation.” Tourism Property Rules: Bill 160-38 (Public Law 38-127) now lets the Department of Public Works enforce property maintenance standards in hotel zones, with penalties from $25 to $5,000 to protect Tumon’s look and upkeep. Agriculture & Food Systems: UOG’s Land Grant Extension launches “Hotnu Heals,” a farmer-focused workshop series starting Sunday, June 7, pairing community support with locally produced meals and mental health stress reduction. School Nutrition: GDOE won Guam Education Board approval to adopt USDA Smart Snacks standards across public schools, covering vending, fundraisers, and student stores. Energy & Solar: Utilities commission approval moves GPA forward on a Dededo golf-course solar plan (57.4 MW), pending final Public Utilities Commission sign-off. Storm Preparedness: NWS says Guam and CNMI could see 3 to 5 more storms before year-end, urging stronger coordination as El Niño boosts activity. Infrastructure Delays: GMH’s $815,000 parking expansion is pushed to Nov. 25 after Super Typhoon Sinlaku and wet-ground conditions. Ocean Science: E/V Nautilus returns to Mariana waters June 10 with local participants and a new sonar system to map deeper seafloor.
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