AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMariana Deep-Sea & Minerals: The Ocean Exploration Trust’s E/V Nautilus starts two back-to-back expeditions to map unsurveyed waters east of the Mariana Trench, aiming to build habitat and biodiversity baselines and assess marine critical minerals across 25% of U.S. waters around Guam and the CNMI. Disaster Jobs System: CNMI disaster unemployment assistance is still under federal review because the territory lacks its own unemployment insurance system, forcing officials to stand up a new FEMA-compatible software and claims process after Sinlaku. Water Infrastructure: Commonwealth Utilities Corp. is seeking CPUC approval to buy $2.2M in ultrasonic water meters to replace about 2,500 failed units across Saipan, Tinian and Rota, citing corrosive groundwater that breaks down older mechanical meters. Fisheries Policy: The Uraali Refaluwasch Association is asking WCPFC22 delegates for clarity on how CNMI benefits from tuna allocations and fisheries conservation funding under Magnuson-Stevens. Tourism Experience Buildout: The Marianas Visitors Authority unveiled a concept to turn Saipan’s historic Japanese Lighthouse property into a visitor and cultural experience center, calling for partners from government, business and the community. Community Support: Atkins Kroll Saipan is sponsoring the Saipan Chamber Scholarship Golf Tournament with a hole-in-one prize, while the American Red Cross reports $1.5M+ in immediate aid to Sinlaku-affected households.
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