AGP Executive Report

Regional Security: China fired a rare submarine-launched ballistic missile into the South Pacific, drawing fast condemnation from Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the U.S. despite Beijing calling it routine training. Local Budget Watch: The Guam Chamber of Commerce says the FY2027 budget bill is “a good first step,” while lawmakers keep debating funding levels for GDOE and GMH. Education: Science is Fun and Awesome Learning Academy Charter School (SIFA) is scrambling for a new temporary campus after GCC said it can’t host students this year. Disaster Recovery: Guam Power Authority reports nearly all feeders restored as it moves into Phase III of Bavi repairs, while telecom and banking services continue coming back online. Scam Alerts: Homeland Security and the Fusion Center warn of phishing emails and social media posts using local photos to lure people into fake “tax-free grant” offers. Agriculture: UOG’s Land Grant is running a soil sampling workshop to help farmers avoid costly mistakes that lead to bad results.

Guam Power Recovery: GPA says it’s in Phase III after Super Typhoon Bavi, with 99% of feeders energized and system load at 89% as crews tackle harder-hit pockets across Dededo, Yigo, Barrigada, and more. Telecom Restores: GTA reports 93% wireless and 97% internet back online, with remaining outages tied to storm damage and areas still lacking commercial power. Local Schools Disruption: GCC will no longer host Science is Fun and Awesome Learning Academy (SIFA) for the new year, forcing the charter school to find a new temporary campus as GDOE works on alternatives. Marianas Relief Effort: A Shut Up & Fish Guam humanitarian run delivered 2,000+ pounds of supplies to Rota, including chainsaws, fuel, water, and butane. Budget Talks: Senators debate Guam’s $1.4B FY2027 measure, including heated GMH and GDOE funding discussions totaling $329.8M. Regional Security: China’s submarine-launched nuclear-capable missile test drew condemnation from Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and the U.S., with Guam in the broader strategic spotlight. Daylight Saving Vote: The U.S. House could vote this week on making daylight saving time permanent.

Power Restoration: Guam Power Authority says 99% of feeders are back online as of 10 a.m. Monday, with system load at 89%, and crews moving through Phase III repairs for transformers, debris, and weatherhead inspections. Banking Updates: Bank of Guam will reopen its Rota branch Monday (10 a.m.-2 p.m.) with limited services, while Saipan and Tinian branches resume normal hours; the Mangilao branch stays closed. Telecom Recovery: Docomo Pacific reports 97% of mobile service restored on Guam and 90% of HFC broadband infrastructure intact, with restoration continuing across the Marianas. Education After Bavi: GDOE keeps Aug. 10 as the first day of school while assessing damage campus-by-campus; two schools remain evacuation centers. Local Business & Economy: A Guam Chamber-backed push to revive “exam tourism” targets Asian CPA candidates, while an opinion piece argues the real issue isn’t the tax—it’s Guam’s economy. Policy & Costs: Vice Speaker Tony Ada asks GPA and the utilities commission to pause or phase in a fuel surcharge increase for families hit by consecutive typhoons. Regional/World: China’s nuclear-capable SLBM submarine test into the Pacific drew condemnation from Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and the U.S.

Typhoon Bavi Aftermath: Guam’s recovery continues after the storm’s hit across the Marianas, with residents still coping with outages and disruptions as power restoration and water work move forward. Power Update: Guam Power Authority reported 93% of feeders online as of 10 a.m. Sunday, with 62 of 67 distribution feeders/circuits fully or partially energized, while crews keep chasing weak points that can fail after power returns. Water Update: Guam Waterworks Authority said about 3,191 customers are still without water service, with pressure varying by area and emergency conservation rules in effect. Local Costs & Relief: Vice Speaker Tony Ada is asking for postponement or phased relief on the current power bill increase tied to the fuel surcharge after consecutive typhoons. Education: GDOE is still assessing every public school campus for Bavi damage but says the first day of school remains scheduled for Aug. 10. Business & Compliance: DRT fined four businesses $6,000 total for alcohol sales and consumption violations. Economy & Jobs: Atkins Kroll Guam plans a job fair July 25, and the Saipan Chamber is inviting registrations for its July 25 scholarship golf tournament. International Focus: Guam presses the UN on deep sea mining and militarization in the region. Regional Weather: Typhoon Bavi hit eastern China after evacuating nearly 2 million, with flooding and power losses reported across parts of the region.

Typhoon Bavi Aftermath in Guam: GDOE says it’s still assessing every public school campus for Bavi damage, but the “Countdown to the First Day of School” campaign keeps classes on track for Aug. 10; two schools (Maria A. Ulloa and Machananao) remain evacuation centers. Power Recovery: GPA reports 93% of feeders energized as of 10 a.m. Sunday, with all major substations and transmission lines energized, while crews keep fixing weak points that may fail after restoration. Water Update: GWA says about 3,191 of 43,646 accounts still lack water as of 2 p.m. Saturday, with conservation enforcement underway. Cost Relief Push: Vice Speaker Tony Ada asks GPA and the utilities commission to postpone or phase the fuel surcharge increase after consecutive typhoons, citing higher monthly bills for average customers. Community Response: Salvation Army Guam continues feeding displaced residents and others affected by the storm, saying its mission can’t pause. Local Business & Jobs: Atkins Kroll Guam will host a job fair July 25 at the Micronesia Mall. Regional Watch: Typhoon Bavi hit eastern China after evacuating nearly two million people, and the storm has also driven evacuations in Taiwan and Japan. Guam Courts: Guam Supreme Court sanctions attorney Michael Phillips $500 over insufficient review of AI-generated content.

Guam Power Update: Guam Power Authority reported about 74% of the system load restored as of 10 a.m. Saturday, with 87% of distribution feeders/circuits energized, while crews keep working to bring back remaining service and fix storm-damaged weak points. Water Restoration: Guam Waterworks Authority said about 3,191 of 43,646 accounts still lack water as of 2 p.m. Saturday, with low-pressure issues in multiple villages and a renewed push for water conservation. Budget Fight: Lawmakers debated business privilege tax changes tied to the 2027 budget, but proposals to adjust the rate failed, leaving the planned rollback from 4.5% to 4% later this year. Simon Sanchez Rebuild: BBMR director Lester Carlson said there’s “not a penny” in the 2027 bill for the Simon Sanchez High School rebuild, while Sen. Chris Duenas disputed that framing and pointed to procurement execution delays. Courts & AI: The Guam Supreme Court sanctioned attorney Michael Phillips $500 for not thoroughly reviewing AI-generated content before filing. Regional Storms: Typhoon Bavi’s path has triggered evacuations and power outages across Taiwan and Japan, after hitting Guam and the CNMI as a super typhoon. Small Business: SBA opened nominations for the 2026 National Small Business Week Awards, including a Guam state selection. Sports: Pacific Volleyball Academy opened the Shakey’s Juniors National Invitationals with a win over Pusong Azul. Education & Research: UOG’s NSF EPSCoR Summer Math Research Experience welcomed its first Guam Community College participants. Food Assistance: Summer EBT 2026 launches next week, with benefits loading automatically for eligible families.

Port of Guam Recovery: The Coast Guard lifted waterway restrictions Thursday after Buoy 2 was pulled from the Outer Apra Harbor channel, reopening the port to round-the-clock cargo traffic; crews also began hazard checks for Tinian and Rota. Power and Cost Pressure: GPA reported about 66% of load restored and 73% of feeders partially energized, while Vice Speaker Tony Ada urged a pause or phase-in of the July 1 fuel surcharge increase (LEAC) after families were hit by back-to-back storms. Local Budget Fight: Guam lawmakers heard BBMR Director Lester Carlson say there’s “not a penny” in the FY 2027 budget for rebuilding Simon Sanchez High School. Credit Rating: Moody’s affirmed GovGuam’s investment-grade Baa3 rating as stable, citing reserves and elimination of the General Fund deficit. Food Assistance: DPHSS announced Summer EBT 2026—$180 per eligible child—loading onto existing cards after July 17, with pickup help at Micronesia Mall. Community Resilience: The Salvation Army thrift store reopened quickly after Super Typhoon Bavi, with shoppers returning for essentials like bedding and kitchenware. Regional Storm Toll: Typhoon Bavi battered Japan’s islands and pushed toward Taiwan, where thousands evacuated and landslides in the Philippines killed at least 15. Security Watch: China’s submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific drew condemnation from Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the U.S.

Power Restoration in Focus: Guam Power Authority says it’s restored about 66% of the island’s system load, with 73% of feeders/circuits partially energized, as crews keep working through post–Super Typhoon Bavi recovery and warn some pockets may stay dark until later phases. Cost Relief Push: Vice Speaker Tony Ada is asking GPA and the Consolidated Commission on Utilities to pause or phase in the higher Levelized Energy Adjustment Clause fuel surcharge, which adds about $58 a month for a typical residential bill. Telecom Updates: IT&E and GTA report partial network recovery, with wireless and internet service percentages tied closely to power restoration. Consumer Protection: Guam’s Office of the Attorney General confirmed one price-gouging complaint after Bavi, but said it fell outside Guam’s jurisdiction because it involved a business on federal property. Court Delay After Storm: A Guam Police Department sergeant accused of child sex trafficking is seeking immediate release after Super Typhoon Bavi disrupted the electronic monitoring setup needed for his case. Regional Storm Toll: Typhoon Bavi is blamed for landslide deaths in the Philippines and evacuations in Taiwan as it nears the region. Military News: U.S. Marines on Guam successfully tested-fire a new Medium-Range Intercept Capability air defense system. National Heritage Deadline: Guam residents get until Aug. 31 to comment on whether the island should become a National Heritage Area.

Nuclear Deterrence & Missile Test: China fired a submarine-launched long-range ballistic missile into the Pacific in a rare SLBM drill, drawing sharp condemnation from Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the U.S. as analysts say it underscores growing capability to target places like Guam and Hawaii. Typhoon Bavi Aftermath: Guam’s recovery continues with Apra Harbor reopening to commercial traffic and Guam power restoration reaching 66% while water service stabilizes; telecom providers also posted restoration updates for residents still dealing with low or no service. Local Cleanup & Community Resilience: The Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps helped University of Guam and partner sites with post-storm debris removal as the campus reopened. Education Governance: A new look at Guam’s education board shows how its structure has shifted over time between elected and appointed control, with big impacts on how policy and operations get handled. Elections & Enforcement: The Guam Election Commission collected more than 200 ballots on day one of early voting, and DRT issued $6,000 in alcohol-law fines to four businesses after inspections. Business & Travel: Three airlines are competing for federal Essential Air Service funding to serve Lānaʻi. Sports: Guam’s tennis teams are in Oceania Cup action, with Tonga beating Guam in women’s play and Guam competing in men’s matches.

Typhoon Bavi recovery and cleanup: Guam’s Joint Information Center says the Ypao Point green waste and debris drop-off opens Thursday, with the Tiyan site opening Friday; both run daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (entry closes 4:30 p.m.), and only green waste and construction debris are accepted—no household trash, electronics, hazardous waste, or white goods. Power and public works: Guam Power Authority reports major substations are fully energized and continues distribution restoration, while DPR is working to reopen Ypao Beach Park first, with Matapang Beach Park likely taking longer. Local preparedness debate: A letter urges Guam to plan beyond the next storm, including permanent community shelters and pre-positioned FEMA supplies. Telecom restoration: GTA and Docomo Pacific shared Thursday updates showing most wireless and internet service restored, with some customers still needing on-site fixes. Crime update: A man was arrested in connection with a string of thefts, including an alleged Fourth of July burglary and a stolen SUV reported missing when Bavi hit Guam. Regional security: Guam’s role in U.S. sea-denial and maritime strike planning is highlighted as Navy P-8A Poseidons load Harpoon missiles and as the Army seeks a Guam-based command network to fuse scattered missile defenses. Weather and beyond: Forecasters warn El Niño is strengthening toward “very strong” levels, raising odds of a rainier, stormier winter for the U.S. South.

Typhoon Bavi recovery and preparedness: Guam is pushing ahead with post-Bavi restoration, including GPA energizing 100% of major substations and opening a new Ypao Point debris disposal site for green waste and construction debris starting Thursday, while Parks and Recreation works to reopen Ypao Beach Park and later Matapang; Local government and budgets: Guam lawmakers recessed the FY2027 budget session after Bavi-related confusion and outages, with the proposed $1.403B plan hinging on business privilege tax collection changes; Weather watch: Forecasters are urging residents not to overread long-range model runs for Invest 97W as Rota begins a long recovery and crews restore power and water; Community and education: UOG’s CIS and Sea Grant REEF program is building student capacity through coral reef monitoring work, and Artspace Guåhan launched an 8-week teen music program with full scholarships; Sports: Guam Rugby Union named the men’s national roster for the 2026 Union Cup in Bangkok; Civic life: Nominations for Pika’s Best of Guam 2026 were extended to July 21 after Bavi.

Typhoon Bavi recovery: Guam and the Northern Marianas keep moving toward normal as the U.S. Coast Guard and port officials reopen access—Saipan’s port is back for 24/7 cargo, while Guam’s port is open for cargo with Apra Harbor still closed due to a displaced buoy and ongoing assessments. Power restoration: Guam Power Authority says it has energized all but one of 30 major substations, but crews are still waiting on bucket trucks and other equipment from Saipan; GPA is running 24/7 restoration with day and night line crews. Debris disposal: A typhoon debris site at Ypao Point in Tamuning opens Thursday, taking only green waste and construction debris (no household trash, hazardous materials, electronics, or white goods). Local business damage check: The Bureau of Statistics and Plans is starting a Business Sector Disaster Damage Assessment Survey July 8–14 to estimate private-sector impacts from Bavi. Citizenship services: Guam’s “Passports for the Pack” expands—starting July 10, families can book Friday appointments by phone through August. Public safety/health: GPA continues to issue guidance as residents deal with outages and water safety concerns.

Typhoon Bavi Recovery: Guam and the Northern Marianas are moving through damage assessments after Super Typhoon Bavi, with tens of thousands still dealing with power and water problems—Rota took the hardest hit, with Mayor Aubry Hocog saying more than half the island’s structures were damaged and power could take up to three months to restore. Local Business Impact: Some Guam businesses reported minor storm damage and quick reopening, while the Bureau of Statistics and Plans is starting a Business Sector Disaster Damage Assessment Survey (July 8–14) to estimate private-sector losses. Port Update: The Port Authority says early assessments are “encouraging,” with debris clearing restoring access and recovery teams working toward restarting cargo and vessel operations. Telecom Restores Service: Guam telecom providers began network assessments Tuesday, with repairs and phased restoration as commercial power returns. Community Services: Guam’s “Passports for the Pack” is expanding—adding Friday appointments starting July 10 and running through August for families with minor child applicants. Global Watch: China’s submarine-launched missile test in the Pacific is drawing fresh debate about regional security and nuclear-free zone rules.

Super Typhoon Bavi Recovery: Guam has moved back to Condition of Readiness 4 as of 10 a.m., with main roads largely cleared and Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero saying the port access road in Piti is open for goods and fuel; recovery teams are still assessing hazards and damage. Power, Water, and Telecom: Tens of thousands were without power across Guam and the Northern Marianas, with Rota hit hardest and still rationing water; telecom providers are now assessing and repairing network damage, with Docomo Pacific and GTA Teleguam working to restore service as power returns. Public Safety and Services: GPD is directing traffic at intersections where signals are out, while DPW crews work to bring lights back online; Guam’s Joint Information Center also shared food and water safety steps for residents dealing with outages. Elections: The Guam Election Commission rescheduled early voting to start Thursday at the Westin Resort Guam due to Bavi recovery. Local Governance: The Guam Legislature will hold its budget session Thursday after a state funeral for late GPD Chief Stephen Ignacio on Wednesday. Regional/World Watch: China’s Pacific missile test and deadly tornadoes in central China are adding to a tense, storm-heavy week across the region.

Super Typhoon Bavi Aftermath: Guam is now in Condition of Readiness 4 as of 10 a.m. Tuesday, with Joint Region Marianas shifting into active recovery at 6 a.m. and the National Weather Service canceling the typhoon warning; GovGuam says only essential personnel must report today, while the government reopens for business Wednesday. Local Recovery & Services: Coastal Flood Advisory and High Surf Warning remain in effect, and residents are urged to stay out of the water while damage assessments continue; GSWA will resume residential trash pickup Tuesday with an adjusted schedule, and transfer stations reopen Wednesday. Business Updates: A running list shows which banks, gas stations, and stores are open or closed as the island comes back online, with some locations cash-only and others limited by power outages. Public Safety & Government: The Guam Legislature will hold its budget session Thursday after a Wednesday state funeral for GPD Chief Stephen Ignacio, delayed by the storm. Regional Weather: China’s Hubei saw rare tornado deaths and injuries, while flooding in Nanning continues after Typhoon Maysak. Sports: Guam’s men’s team was routed by New Zealand 129-75 in Auckland, while Guam’s basketball presence also shows up in Australia’s qualifiers.

Super Typhoon Bavi: The storm made landfall near Guam, with the eye passing over Rota and bringing catastrophic conditions across the Marianas. Guam and CNMI stayed under urgent warnings as winds and heavy rain battered islands still recovering from earlier cyclones; a Guam buoy went silent and flooding reached the weather office. Guam Recovery Prep: Guam remained in COR 1 as officials prepared islandwide windshield assessments for Tuesday, urging residents to limit travel and keep monitoring updates. Rota Bracing: Rota officials reported house-to-house outreach, shelter openings, and warnings that conditions could deteriorate fast. Public Trust Watch: The Guam Ethics Commission plans to launch the Guam Public Trust Index on July 8 to measure residents’ trust in government agencies and officials. Citizenship Ruling: A U.S. Supreme Court decision on birthright citizenship is being framed as a constitutional win for people born in U.S. territory, with advocates pointing to Guam and other islands. Business Note: The Guam Chamber of Commerce named Phillip A. Leddy II as its new vice president. Sports (Local Interest): Guam’s presence in the FIBA World Cup qualifiers continued as Australia’s Bryce Cotton starred and Gilas faced a tough matchup without Justin Brownlee.