AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Watch: The U.S. is preparing lease sales to auction seabed mining blocks in federal waters that include American Samoa, a move critics call rushed and risky for marine life while supporters say it could unlock critical minerals. Local Governance & Energy Training: American Samoa Community College’s Trades & Technology Division awarded Residential House Wiring II certificates to nine graduates, building local electrical skills for safer home power. Utility Leadership: ASPA appointed Ryan K. Tuato’o as Chief Operations Officer, tapping his long run in customer service, revenue collection, and renewable energy permitting support. Port & Logistics Upgrades: Port Administration selected HDR to lead a 20-year seaports master plan funded by a $3M RAISE grant, and also installed five high-mast floodlight poles at the container yard to boost 24-hour operations, security, and safety. Workforce & Resilience: Pacific Center in Human Security marked progress in inclusive emergency management training as the first iEM cohort graduated, while Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata highlighted FEMA BRIC funding for disaster readiness planning. Community & Environment: Arbor Week went bigger with an Indoor Greenhouse Gala tied to local forestry investments, and the territory’s cosmetology board appointments signal tighter oversight for growing nail, salon, barber, and tattoo businesses.
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