AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFlood Risk Tech: NOAA’s National Weather Service expanded its Flood Inundation Mapping tool to cover nearly 100% of the U.S., giving neighborhood-scale river flooding maps for territories and Hawaii. CNMI Education Crunch: The Public School System is warning that a proposed FY 2027 local funding level near $25 million could force 2–3 day school weeks, school consolidations, and major staffing cuts. Settlement Fund Update: A federal court approved the NMI Settlement Fund’s FY 2027 budget at $40.476 million, a 2.57% increase tied to Super Typhoon Sinlaku repairs and refunds. Meth Crisis: CHCC says methamphetamine-related cases and deaths are rising fast, with more severe withdrawal symptoms now showing up at the HOPE Recovery Center. Deep-Sea Mining Pushback: CNMI mayors and NRDC both say the federal process is moving too quickly and lacks clear info; NRDC urges more time for residents to weigh impacts. Small Business Support: NMC and Bank of Hawai’i celebrated CNMI SBDC grant awardees, handing out $5,000 each to help local businesses revitalize after back-to-back typhoons. Visa/Birth Tourism Pressure: U.S. officials say they’re working to close visa-free loopholes tied to birth tourism, including for Chinese visitors to Guam and CNMI. Local Economy Angle: Northern Marianas College interim president says NMC funding should be viewed as an investment that boosts construction activity, workforce capacity, and tax revenue.
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