AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoGuam Power & Water: GPA says Ukudu output is rebounding after repairs, easing load-shedding risk as the steam turbine work continues, while GWA approved nearly $1.5M for sewer-cleaning trucks to meet court-ordered wastewater obligations. Tourism Accountability: Sen. Jesse Lujan grilled the Guam Visitors Bureau board over a tourism slump, arguing the bureau’s results haven’t matched incentive funding and pushing for performance-based outcomes. School Facilities & Health: Tiyan and Simon Sanchez could reopen after a public health inspection, following a shutdown tied to environmental health standards and demerits. Typhoon Season Watch: NWS reports Tropical Depression 20W and Invest 91W are far east and not expected to hit the Marianas, but forecasters warn typhoon odds are rising as Guam heads into peak season. Reef & Fisheries: A Smart-FAD push urges fishers to shift toward pelagic catches to relieve pressure on declining reef fish. Invasive Species Science: New genome research helps explain how brown tree snakes spread so fast on Guam, despite starting from a small number of stowaways. Coastal Cleanup: Guam’s 32nd International Coastal Cleanup is set for Sept. 19, with pre-registration and capped site capacity. Defense Tech (Local Impact): Lockheed and Anduril both tested AI-enabled battle manager prototypes for Guam’s layered air and missile defense in simulated environments. Marine History: Archaeologists will help guide a Nautilus expedition searching for the WWII Japanese warship Hayate near Wake Atoll.
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