Utilities & Water Infrastructure: Commonwealth Utilities Corp. is seeking Commonwealth Public Utilities Commission approval to buy more than $2.2M in ultrasonic water meters to replace about 2,500 failed units across Saipan, Tinian and Rota, blaming corrosive groundwater and saltwater intrusion that clogs moving parts and stops accurate readings. Power Restoration & Costs: CUC says long-delayed power materials are arriving, with Saipan power restoration reported at 83.8% and load at 28.5 MW; separately, a scheduled Tinian power interruption runs June 27 from 2–4 p.m. for pole installation. Disaster Recovery Support: Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds says FEMA confirmed CNMI’s Disaster Unemployment Assistance request after Super Typhoon Sinlaku remains under active federal review. Tourism & Travel: Marianas Visitors Authority reports May arrivals at 2,171, down 82% year-over-year, as international flights resume and airlines restart routes. Public Safety: CNMI Department of Public Safety reports business establishments drove nearly half of post-Sinlaku burglary/theft cases, urging tighter property security. Local Business Community: Saipan Chamber of Commerce plans a July 1 luncheon with CUC on recovery, grid resilience, rates, water improvements and renewable energy. Elections & Community Voices: Independent gubernatorial candidate Lawrence Camacho highlights the Filipino community as a key economic and political force, calling them the “swing vote.” Legal/Immigration Enforcement: A Saipan visa fraud case ended with Angel Paras Cruz Jr. getting 12 months home detention as part of a probation sentence.