AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDiabetes Strategy: Guam Diabetes Control Coalition held a two-day strategic planning workshop to shape its next five-year diabetes prevention and control plan, bringing together hospitals, public health, and community groups with CDC-funded ASTHO support. Seabed Mining Pushback: NRDC says Marianas residents lack time and clear info to weigh a Dec. 16 seabed mining lease sale, while CNMI mayors also formally oppose the plan over missing environmental studies and transparency. Defense Tech & Construction: NAVFAC is urging faster Pacific defense construction with a new integrated, portfolio-based delivery model as Guam nears the end of major buildout timelines. Military Contract Work: A Hawaii firm won a $49M fire protection engineering contract, with about 75% of work expected on Guam. STEM Education: Okkodo High’s Max Ronquillo Jr. received a Fulbright Teacher Exchange award, and GTA named five Youth Leaders for 2026–27. Science Communication: UOG CIS & Sea Grant named Thomas Manglona II as the inaugural Marianas Science Communications Fellow to translate research for local communities. Public Health & Safety: A man convicted in a machete attack case faces up to 20 years at sentencing.
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