AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUtility Costs: A hearing administrator recommends approving CUC’s three-year rate plan to address a projected $24 million shortfall, despite public opposition. The utility commission is expected to vote Nov. 20; initial increases could take effect Dec. 1. Fuel and Freight: Saipan gas stations cut regular gasoline 40 cents to $6.16 a gallon, the second rollback in two weeks. Swire Shipping, meanwhile, will raise fuel surcharges on some Pacific freight from Nov. 15, adding cost pressure for importers. Business Rules: A House panel advanced a bill allowing two-year business licenses but tabled a proposal requiring photo ID for card transactions, citing questions about digital payments and acceptable identification. Election and Local Business: Saipan Mayor Ramon Camacho won reelection and says he will work with businesses on community priorities. The governor’s race heads to a runoff, leaving key economic plans unsettled. On Rota, Puesto Grill is turning to catering and events as federal disaster-recovery workers leave and customer demand eases.
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