AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTyphoon Bavi Watch: CNMI Gov. David Apatang urged Saipan, Tinian and Rota residents to monitor forecasts as Tropical Storm 09W is expected to intensify into a typhoon (possibly super typhoon strength) with hazardous seas building Saturday; officials canceled the 80th Liberation Day parade as recovery from Sinlaku is still underway. Utilities & Recovery: CUC says it’s racing to protect equipment and keep restoration moving, with 71% of Saipan and 73% of Tinian re-energized after Sinlaku, while preparing for Bavi’s impact. Disaster Funding: FEMA approved nearly $9.9M in new CNMI disaster funding, and SBA has approved over $30M in Sinlaku disaster loans to help businesses and residents rebuild. Energy & Cost Control: CUC is targeting solar-plus-storage completion by Dec. 2027, and Guam’s PUC approved a GPA fuel surcharge increase that will raise residential bills. Tourism & Business: Marianas Visitor Authority deputy managing director Judy Torres received a PATA Award of Merit; Bank of Guam and Shell launched a 6% everyday fuel discount for Visa debit cardholders in Guam and Saipan. Policy & Labor: USDOL approved CNMI’s 2026 prevailing wage study for the CW-1 program, effective July 1.
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