AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTyphoon Recovery Watch: Saipan and Tinian were given the all-clear as Typhoon Choi-wan moved away, but officials warn hazardous seas, strong monsoon winds, and flood risks could linger, with wind and high-surf advisories still in effect. Storm & Services: The storm also disrupted schools and Northern Marianas College, with closures and power outages reported on Saipan. Workforce & Immigration: Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds urged HR leaders to back federal action to remove the CW-1 “touchback” rule, saying it’s harming local projects and businesses; USCIS is also seeking public comment on extending CNMI CW-1 employer forms. Utilities & Cost Pressures: The Commonwealth Utilities Corporation filed a three-year rate hike proposal, including a typhoon recovery surcharge, with CPUC hearings set for Oct. 19-21. Local Economy & Safety: Guam is urging cargo, vehicles, and vessels headed to CNMI to be inspected to keep brown tree snakes out. Community Support: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a $7.047M donation to the American Red Cross, adding to earlier disaster relief support for the Marianas. Postal Update: USPS lengthened delivery expectations for packages to and from Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands under Ground Advantage.
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