AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPower Costs & Regulation: The Guam Public Utilities Commission approved GPA’s Levelized Energy Adjustment Clause effective July 1, lifting the average residential bill by about $58 as the fuel recovery charge rises from $0.135840 to $0.194150 per kWh for meters read through Jan. 31, 2027. Tourism Oversight: Lawmakers grilled Guam Visitors Bureau and airport officials at a joint hearing, with senators saying results are “pretty bleak,” citing a major April passenger drop and warning the $10 million airline incentive needs measurable accountability. Airport Financial Pressure: Guam International Airport Authority reported a $1.4M operating revenue shortfall in April while looking for a July rebound as seat capacity and flights are expected to improve. Public Finance Accountability: The public auditor said GovGuam’s FY2025 audit will miss the statutory deadline, with component units still finalizing statements over missing other post-employment benefits costs. Local Business & Jobs: A new medical oncology practice opened at Tumon Sands Plaza, while Guam’s bar sector is shrinking amid inflation and labor crunch, with active liquor licenses down to 801 from about 1,100 pre-pandemic. Community & Sports: Guam’s U18 beach volleyball pair Alessandra “Ally” Leon Guerrero and Erica Cassidy will represent the island at the FIVB World Championships in The Hague. Public Health: FDA recalled multiple moringa leaf powder supplements tied to salmonella illnesses reaching 119 cases across 37 states. Safety & Crime: A Guam Police sergeant was charged federally with sex trafficking of a 14-year-old girl and placed on administrative leave. Weather Watch: Invest 95W remains a medium chance for development, with no watches or warnings issued for Guam as the system lingers near the Marshalls.
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