AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSchool Safety: Safe Kids Worldwide says 40 child pedestrians are hit in school zones every day, and NHTSA data shows 116 child pedestrian deaths (ages 5–14) in 2024—prompting renewed calls for slower driving and safer crossings. Local Education Tech/Facilities: McCool Elementary/Middle School remains closed as teams troubleshoot an air-conditioning system; students shift to virtual instruction until cooling meets requirements. Procurement & Accountability: GHURA approved $152.04K in tenant account write-offs and created a new housing procurement specialist role to strengthen procurement lifecycle work. Invasive Species Management: An OPA audit found Guam Agriculture and the Guam Invasive Species Council haven’t used the invasive species fee fund to update the required management plan since 2017, limiting standards and reporting. Defense & Resilience: The Army plans to add Patriot and counter-drone layers on Guam, expanding missile-defense coverage. Seabed Mining: Guam’s governor and delegate warn federal agencies not to rush seabed mineral leasing near the Northern Marianas before risks are fully understood; environmental groups also sue to halt lease sales. Workforce AI: GDOL plans to test next-generation AI-powered workforce services on the HIREGUAM site. Open Government: Dr. Ron McNinch alleges Guam Election Commission violated the Open Government Act by excluding him from public meetings.
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