AGP Executive Report

Guam Beach Warning: Guam EPA says 10 beaches are polluted above accepted bacteriological standards, urging people to skip swimming, fishing, or beach play—especially kids, seniors, and anyone with weakened immune systems. US Intelligence Shake-Up: Tulsi Gabbard says she’s resigning as Director of National Intelligence director, effective June 30, citing her husband’s rare bone cancer; Trump names an acting replacement. Local Emergency Training Win: Pacific Center in Human Security and ASCC’s iEM program celebrated the first inclusive-Emergency Management graduating cohort, with 15 students earning associate degrees and more expected later in 2026. Court News—Brother Fight: In American Samoa, two brothers face charges after a fight that spilled outside and led police to the beach area, with one brother found intoxicated and injured. Airport Update: PAAS continues the Pago Pago International Airport terminal parking lot expansion, now past the halfway mark of the contract timeline, aiming to cut congestion and improve safety.

Kalaupapa tourism uncertainty: After the September reopening of Kalaupapa National Historical Park tours, the future is now in doubt again. Former leprosy patient Meli Watanuki—who died Monday at 92—ran Kalaupapa Saints Tours, the only permitted commercial tour operator. With no patient now managing tours, officials and partners say it’s unclear what happens next. Airport upgrades: In Pago Pago, the Terminal Parking Lot Expansion at Pago Pago International Airport is steadily moving ahead—155 days into a 600-day contract as of April 18—aimed at easing congestion and flooding issues and boosting parking capacity by more than 50%. Local public safety cases: Police reports this week include an alleged domestic assault involving a wife and stepson, plus separate incidents involving alleged rock-throwing at vehicles and an alleged unlawful entry/approach of a sleeping teenage girl. Regional context: The 50th anniversary of the U.S. regional fisheries council system was marked in Alaska, highlighting decades of stock rebuilding and habitat protection.

Regional Fisheries Milestone: American Samoa is marking the 50th anniversary of the U.S. Regional Fishery Management Council system this week at the Council Coordination Committee meeting in Homer, Alaska—created by Congress in 1976 to rebuild fish stocks, cut bycatch, and protect habitat while supporting fishing communities and the seafood economy. Airport Update: Pago Pago International’s Terminal Parking Lot Expansion is still moving—PAAS says it’s at 155 days into a 600-day contract, with drainage and infrastructure work underway; the $8.8 million project aims to boost parking capacity by more than 50% and ease peak congestion. Public Safety: Police reports include an alleged Aasu volleyball-area assault, a domestic case where a husband is charged after allegedly attacking his wife and 17-year-old son, and another arrest tied to alleged rock-throwing at vehicles while intoxicated. Sports & Community: UVU hired Snow College’s Andrew May as assistant/offensive coordinator; MBOPA in Samoa is fundraising for Saint Joseph’s College hall renovations, including a raffle launch in American Samoa.

Airport Update: PAAS says the Pago Pago International Airport terminal parking lot expansion is moving along—155 days into a 600-day contract—with drainage and infrastructure work underway. The project aims to boost parking capacity by more than 50%, easing congestion where the lot currently meets only about 57% of demand. Court Watch: In Aasu, police say four men assaulted a man after an argument near a volleyball area; three were apprehended and charged, with a fourth later charged. In separate cases, Tafuna police also report a domestic assault arrest involving a husband and his 17-year-old stepson, plus an alleged rock-throwing incident in Nu’uuli that led to multiple charges. Sports & Community: UVU hired Snow College’s Andrew May as assistant coach/offensive coordinator. Regional Spotlight: Pacific Games sailing venue plans shifted to Mulifanua due to underwater wreckage in Vaiusu Bay.

Sports Coaching Move: Utah Valley University men’s basketball just added Snow College head coach Andrew May to Todd Phillips’ staff as assistant coach and offensive coordinator, after four strong seasons that included a 102-26 record and a historic No. 1 national finish. Airport Update: Pago Pago International Airport’s terminal parking lot expansion is still moving, now at 155 days into a 600-day contract, with PAAS saying the project aims to boost parking capacity by 50%+ and ease congestion and flooding. Local Court News: In Aasu, a volleyball-area altercation led to charges after a woman reported four men assaulted her nephew; in Tafuna, another domestic dispute case has a husband facing assault and child endangerment charges. Community & Safety: Police also pursued an alleged rock-throwing traffic disturbance in Nu’uuli and an alleged unlawful entry involving a teenage girl. Pacific Games Context: Sailing for the Pacific Games was shifted to Mulifanua due to wreckage concerns in Vaiusu Bay.

Airport Update: Pago Pago International Airport’s Terminal Parking Lot Expansion is moving along—PAAS says the project is at 155 days into a 600-day contract, with drainage and infrastructure work underway. The lot currently meets about 57% of demand, causing peak congestion, but the $8.8 million expansion is expected to boost capacity by more than 50% and improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety. Public Safety: In Aasu, police say four men assaulted a man after an argument near a volleyball area; three were apprehended and charged, with a fourth later charged. Injuries reported include a swollen eye, cuts, mouth injuries, and bruising. More Court Cases: A separate domestic dispute led to charges after a husband allegedly assaulted his wife and 17-year-old son; and police also investigated an alleged unlawful entry where a teenage girl reported waking to someone beside her. Local Life & Travel: With parking and safety both in focus, travelers may want to plan for busier airport arrivals while the expansion continues.

US Labor Update: The U.S. Department of Labor moved to restore the pre-2024 overtime exemption rules, formally undoing the Biden-era salary threshold changes after federal court orders—so employers nationwide are adjusting again. Local Courts: In American Samoa, police charged a man after an alleged domestic assault on April 26, and separately arrested suspects tied to alleged rock-throwing traffic disruption and an alleged late-night trespass involving a teenage girl. Pacific Games Shift: Sailing/va’a venue plans changed after wreckage concerns in Vaiusu Bay, with events moving to Mulifanua. Regional Spotlight: Pacific athletes turned heads at Oceania athletics in Cairns and swimmers in Suva, with more medals spreading beyond the usual top nations. Travel & Lifestyle: Fteri Beach in Kefalonia was just named Europe’s best and No. 2 worldwide—quiet, cliff-backed, and reached by boat or steep hike. Money Watch: A GAO report flags delays and gaps in Compact of Free Association funding oversight for the Freely Associated States.

Travel Spotlight: Fteri Beach on Kefalonia (Greece) just topped Europe and landed No. 2 worldwide in The World’s 50 Best Beaches 2026—praised for white cliffs, turquoise water, and a quieter feel thanks to boat or steep-trail access. Pacific Sports: The Oceania Athletics Championships kicked off in Cairns, with American Samoa among the Pacific teams lighting up track and field, while swimmers in Suva are showing a widening gap as more nations challenge Australia and New Zealand. Local Safety & Courts: In American Samoa, police cases this week include an alleged domestic assault after a teen took a vehicle, a separate rock-throwing disturbance involving intoxication, and an alleged unlawful entry/trespass case involving a teenage girl. Governance & Money: Governor Pulaaliʻi says FY2026 Q2 revenues are about 13.2% under projections, calling for tighter spending—hiring limits and postponing non-essential travel. Regional Planning: An INDO-PACOM delegation wrapped up talks on energy independence and digital resilience, plus diplomatic advocacy for American Samoa’s priorities.

Overtime Rule Reversed: The U.S. Department of Labor restored the pre-2024 overtime exemption rules after federal court orders—meaning employers may need to revisit which salaried workers qualify for overtime pay. Travel Health Basics: A new Medicare travel explainer breaks down how Original Medicare vs Medicare Advantage can change what you’re covered for when you’re away from home. Local Court Cases: In Pago Pago, police moved on multiple alleged incidents—an alleged domestic assault involving a husband, wife, and her 17-year-old stepson; a separate case tied to a teenage girl allegedly being approached while she slept; and another arrest after a man allegedly threw rocks at passing vehicles while intoxicated. Pacific Games Update: Sailing/va’a venue plans shifted to Mulifanua after underwater wreckage concerns in Vaiusu Bay. Community & Regional News: MBOPA is fundraising for Saint Joseph’s College hall renovations, while an ASG delegation wrapped talks with INDO-Pacom on an energy and digital roadmap. Mail Watch: USPS coverage highlights ongoing financial strain even as service continues reaching remote areas.

USPS Financial Strain: The mail still moves, but USPS is dealing with a bigger problem—financial pressure has forced it to pause pension payments and raise prices for packages, priority mail, and stamps. Pacific Games Update: Sailing and va’a events were shifted to Mulifanua after wreckage in Vaiusu Bay, with organizers pointing to venue suitability for Olympic-qualifier laser races. Local Safety & Courts: Police charged a man after an alleged rock-throwing traffic disruption in Nu’uuli while intoxicated, and another case involves an alleged unlawful entry where a teenage girl said someone leaned against her while she slept. Community Fundraising: MBOPA is ramping up fundraising for major hall renovations at Saint Joseph’s College and Marist Primary, including a raffle launch and upcoming events. Sports Spotlight: Pacific swimmers are challenging the old New Zealand/Australia dominance at the Oceania Championships, with Fiji and others showing the gap is closing. Budget Pressure: FY2026 second-quarter revenue is tracking about 13.2% below projections, prompting hiring limits and postponing non-essential travel.

Pacific Games Venue Shift: Organizers moved the sailing and va’a events to Mulifanua after wreckage in Vaiusu Bay made the original “ideal” area unsafe, with World Sailing’s technical officer backing Mulifanua as the best fit—especially for Olympic-qualifier Laser races. Community Fundraising: The Marist Brothers Old Pupil Association (MBOPA) is ramping up fundraising for Saint Joseph’s College Centennial Hall renovations, including an American Samoa luau raffle launch and more events planned for July. Local Court Cases: Police charged a man accused of throwing rocks at passing vehicles while intoxicated and held him without bail; a separate case involves an alleged unlawful entry where a teenage girl says she woke to someone leaning beside her while she slept. Sports Spotlight: Pacific swimmers turned heads at the Oceania Championships in Suva as the medal gap tightens beyond traditional New Zealand and Australia dominance. Budget Watch: FY2026 second-quarter revenues are running about 13.2% below projections, prompting hiring limits and postponing non-essential travel.

Fundraising Push: The Marist Brothers Old Pupil Association (MBOPA) is ramping up efforts to renovate Centennial Hall at Saint Joseph’s College in Alafua and Marist Primary School in Mulivai, with a raffle and a luau launch already drawing strong community support in American Samoa and more major events planned for early July. Court Updates: In Nu’uuli, a man accused of throwing rocks at passing vehicles while intoxicated was arrested and charged, with the court saying he was held without bail. In a separate case, police investigated an alleged unlawful entry involving a teenage girl, with charges including trespass and burglary; that defendant was also held without bail. Budget Pressure: Governor Pulaaliʻi Nikolao Pula says FY2026 second-quarter revenues are about 13.2% below projections and orders tighter spending—temporary hiring limits and postponing non-essential travel. Sports & Culture: Pacific swimmers are turning heads at the Oceania Championships in Suva as the medal gap narrows, while MBOPA’s American Samoa Flag Day march adds a cultural highlight to the week.

Community Fundraising: MBOPA has kicked off fresh fundraising to renovate Centennial Hall at Saint Joseph’s College in Alafua and Marist Primary School in Mulivai, with a raffle and a big push planned for American Samoa in early July (corporate dinner, golf tournament, spiritual retreat). Public Safety—Traffic Disruption: A man was arrested after allegedly throwing rocks at passing vehicles in Nu’uuli while intoxicated, with charges including public peace disturbance, assault, and resisting arrest. Public Safety—Alleged Home Intrusion: Police also arrested a man accused of entering a family home and approaching a teenage girl while she slept, facing trespass and burglary-related charges. Regional Sports: Pacific swimmers turned heads at the Oceania Championships in Suva, with officials saying the medal gap is closing as more Pacific nations challenge New Zealand and Australia. Compact & Budget Watch: A US GAO report flags delays and gaps in Compact of Free Association funding oversight, while Samoa’s FY2026 second-quarter revenue is running about 13.2% below projections, prompting hiring limits and reduced non-essential travel. Jobs: USPS is holding a job fair May 14 in Quincy for full-time Automotive Technicians, with federal benefits and set eligibility requirements.

Public Safety: A man identified as Silia Wilson was arrested in Nu’uuli after allegedly throwing rocks at passing vehicles while heavily intoxicated, leading to multiple charges including public peace disturbance, third-degree assault, resisting arrest, and stealing; he was held without bail. Local Safety Case: Police also investigated an alleged unlawful entry after a teenage girl said a man approached her while she slept; Raymond Puni was charged with trespass, third-degree assault, and second-degree burglary, with no bail noted. Sports (Oceania): Pacific swimmers turned heads at the Oceania Swimming Championships in Suva, with Fiji, Tahiti, Samoa and others pushing back against long-time New Zealand and Australia dominance. Governance & Money: A U.S. GAO report says Compact of Free Association funding oversight is running late—both payments and required audits—while project delays and rising costs are cited. Territory Budget: Governor Pulaaliʻi Nikolao Pula says FY2026 second-quarter revenues are about 13.2% below projections and orders hiring limits and postponed non-essential travel.

Public Safety: A man identified as Silia Wilson was arrested in Nu’uuli after police say he threw rocks at passing vehicles while intoxicated, leading to multiple charges including public peace disturbance, assault, resisting arrest, and stealing; he was held without bail. More Allegations: In a separate case, police arrested Raymond Puni after an alleged unlawful entry where a teenage girl said someone leaned against her while she slept; charges include trespass and burglary. Regional Travel & Sports: Pacific swimmers turned heads at the Oceania Championships in Suva, with Fiji, Tahiti, Sāmoa and others pushing back against New Zealand and Australia’s long dominance. Funding Watch: A new U.S. government report says Compact of Free Association funding oversight is running late—payments and required audits—while project delays and rising costs complicate implementation. Budget Pressure: Governor Pulaaliʻi Nikolao Pula says FY2026 Q2 revenues are about 13.2% below projections and orders tighter spending, including a temporary hiring pause and reduced non-essential travel.

Oceania Swimming Shift: Pacific swimmers turned heads at the 14th Oceania Championships in Suva, with Fiji’s Samuel Yalimaiwai taking gold in the 50m breaststroke and officials saying the long-time New Zealand/Australia edge is narrowing as more countries win medals. COFA Funding Watch: A new U.S. government report flags delays and late audits tied to Compact of Free Association funding—payments and required single audit reports have often come in late since 2019, while project rollouts face hurdles like delayed disbursements and rising costs. Territory Budget Pressure: American Samoa’s FY2026 Q2 memo says revenues are about 13.2% under projections, prompting a hiring pause for non-critical roles and postponing non-essential travel. Jobs & Hiring: USPS is running a Quincy job fair May 14 (10 a.m.–2 p.m.) for full-time Automotive Technicians starting at $32.13/hour, with federal benefits. Local Cost Signals: Inflation in American Samoa rose 1.0% for the second straight month, with transportation costs leading the increase.