AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSuper Typhoon Sinlaku Recovery: CNMI agriculture officials say Sinlaku wiped out about 50–60% of Saipan’s livestock so far, with cattle falling from 675 to 280 and chickens from 7,148 to 4,554; Tinian and Rota assessments are next. Disaster Cash Flow: FEMA denied CUC’s request for an upfront disaster payment, meaning the utility must fund restoration first and wait for reimbursement on a months-long process. Utilities Update: CNMI officials report major progress—about 99% of Saipan primary power lines re-energized and generation capacity at 34.7 megawatts—while distribution repairs and reconnections continue. Tax Office Facilities: Senators push for a permanent home for the Department of Revenue and Taxation after it pays $1.3M a year in rent for a “leaky” Price Costco warehouse. Tourism & Air Travel: Philippine Airlines is targeting a June restart of Manila–Saipan service after airport repairs, with nighttime operations aimed for June 20. Business Support: SBA says Sinlaku recovery loans have reached $9M, with most going to homeowners and renters, and it’s adding a third recovery center on Capital Hill. Regional Travel Policy: Guam and CNMI governors renew their push for Philippines inclusion in the Guam-CNMI visa waiver program to boost visitor demand and air service. Energy Resilience: A CNMI senator files a resolution to study small modular reactors and microreactors as a long-term hedge against imported fuel volatility. Sports & Delegations: CNMI’s Pickleball Federation names six Open Division athletes for the 2026 World Cup in Vietnam, with final team size depending on fundraising.
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