AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSupreme Court Showdown: Prutehi Guahan’s Tarague Beach challenge heads to the U.S. Supreme Court Oct. 7, with five amici briefs filed urging the justices to require proper environmental review before the Air Force renews open burn/open detonation permits. Local Economy Pressure: Guam Chamber chair Ed Untalan calls the business privilege tax rate returning to 4% a “win,” but warns it won’t bring recovery without real relief for families and customers. Storm Watch: NWS says Typhoon Nolo poses no threat to Guam/Wake, while Tropical Depression Koguma forms far east and could strengthen into a typhoon later this week, though it’s not expected to directly threaten the Marianas. Coastal Impacts: High surf from Typhoon Choi-wan buried parts of Micro Beach and sanded over the American Memorial Park pavilion, with outages and minor flooding reported. Wildlife & Invasives: Guam urges cargo, vehicles, and vessels to be inspected before and after travel to CNMI to help keep brown tree snakes out. Community Access: Hagåtña installs a free community fishing locker with rods, tackle, and supplies to boost hands-on fishing and stewardship. Port Disruption: After 100 mph winds damaged Guam’s STS cranes, one crane is back in service and repairs/recertification continue on the others.
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