AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoGuam Education Oversight: Sen. Vincent Borja set a June 24 oversight hearing on GDOE plans to close southern schools, including J.P. Torres Success Academy, special education services, facilities, and the department’s finances. Local Schools Funding: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed a bill unlocking about $77M for GDOE, including $26M in lapsed funds and $51M in federal ARPA reimbursements, while vetoing a measure expanding licensing for internationally trained doctors into Guam’s private sector. CHamoru Language & Charter Expansion: Kumision I Fino CHamoru urged charter school expansion to reverse CHamoru language loss, and Maga’låhen Hurao-CHamoru Academy advanced a request to grow its immersion pathway into 7th–9th grades. Utilities & Infrastructure: GWA was authorized to use ARPA funds for eligible water and wastewater projects tied to obligations made before Dec. 31, 2024. Public Safety & Courts: Billy Ray Quintanilla was sentenced to three years with most suspended and two years probation for damaging a woman’s car while on felony release. Culture & Community: The annual Philippine Independence Day flag-raising tradition at the Guam Reef Hotel drew hundreds, while CAHA opened nominations for the Guam Masters Award “Guam National Treasure.” Tourism & Economy: Guam saw 790 more jobs in March year-over-year, with tourism and hospitality adding jobs and higher weekly earnings. Sports: Rai Flores and Deren Perez advanced on American Ninja Warrior, hitting the buzzer to move to the Western Regional Finals. Health & Care: A letter argues Guam’s mental health system needs stronger access, staffing, and long-term care options. Crime & Fraud: A Guam bingo operator tied to a Shriners Hospital fundraising scheme is now on the FBI’s Most Wanted Fraudsters list.
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