AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSuper Typhoon Watch: Tropical Storm 09W (now Bavi) is forecast to shift closer to Guam and could intensify to Category 5 near the Marianas early next week, prompting emergency planning calls for residents and businesses. Disaster Finance: The SBA has approved over $30M in disaster loans for CNMI recovery after Super Typhoon Sinlaku, with Economic Injury Disaster Loans still available for eligible businesses and nonprofits. Local Energy: CUC is targeting solar project completion by Dec. 2027 (53 MW Saipan, 11 MW Tinian, 3 MW Rota) as contract talks move toward Public Utilities Commission review. Power Costs: Guam’s PUC approved a GPA fuel surcharge increase that lifts average residential bills by about $58 starting July 1. Workforce Rules: USDOL approved CNMI’s 2026 Prevailing Wage Study for the CW-1 program, effective July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027. Tourism Funding: CNMI Senate passed compromise spending measures for Sinlaku relief and tourism recovery, including $960,235.74 for the Marianas Visitors Authority. Marianas Tourism Build: MVA unveiled a concept to turn Saipan’s historic Japanese Lighthouse into a visitor and cultural experience center, seeking partners and entrepreneurs. Business Continuity: SBA Business Recovery Centers on Saipan will close Friday for Liberation Day/Independence Day, while online disaster loan applications remain open.
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