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State of the Island Address Scheduled for April 14 |
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April 3, 2008
Speaker Judith T. Won Pat, Ed.D. has invited Governor Felix P. Camacho to deliver the State of the Island Address on April 14, 2008 at 7 p.m.
The address will be delivered at the Speaker Antonio R. Unpingco Legislative Session Hall.
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GovGuam Insurance Negotiating Team Bill Vetoed |
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Governor questions removal of authority to contract advisory services
April 2, 2008
Governor Felix P. Camacho today vetoed Bill No. 206 due to the removal of authority for the government of Guam's team of health and insurance advocates to contract the services of a health insurance actuary. The actuary is a recognized expert who advises the members during health care and insurance benefit negotiations.
Governor Camacho, however, fully supports the Bill's measure to include a government retiree on the negotiating team.
"I am in full support of retiree representation on this important negotiating team and I urge the legislature to ensure these individuals have full access to advisory services during this process," Governor Camacho said. "The Administration has attempted to clarify this issue with the legislature, however, the matter was not addressed. It is in the best interest of our government employees to resolve this issue before it becomes law."
Governor Camacho explained in his transmittal letter to Speaker Judith Won Pat that the lack of an expert actuary would place the government at an unfair vantage point during its negotiations with health insurance companies.
While current law authorizes the hiring of an actuary, it was not included in Bill No. 206.
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A STATEMENT FROM THE GOVERNOR OF GUAM |
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Governor Felix P. Camacho today issued the following statement after receiving news of the passing of former Senator Herminia D. Dierking.
"Our island has lost a beloved leader, educator and public servant who dedicated herself to her island and her people. The former Senator will be remembered in our community as a woman of great character who contributed much to our island. Our hearts and prayers go to her family at this difficult time."
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A STATEMENT FROM THE GOVERNOR OF GUAM |
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March 27, 2008
Governor Felix P. Camacho released the following statement in honor of the late U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Joseph Gamboa:
"The Lt. Governor and I are deeply saddened by the loss of U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Joseph Gamboa. He was a brave soldier who fought for our freedom and made the ultimate sacrifice. Our heartfelt condolences are with the Gamboa family and all those who mourn this great loss. I have declared a state of mourning and ordered all flags to be flown at half staff in his honor. I ask the people of Guam to pray for the Gamboa family and all the men and women who protect our great nation."
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Governor Signs Bill 242 to Expedite GPSS Projects |
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Amendment authorizes 2007 Bond proceeds to fund immediate repairs
March 19, 2008
Governor Felix P. Camacho today signed Bill No. 242, now Public Law 29-57, authorizing GPSS to use the 2007 General Obligation Bond proceeds for non-structural repairs, projects and services without the engineering assessment report required by P.L. 29-19.
"The safety and health of our students is my foremost concern," Governor Camacho said. "GPSS should not have waited this long to utilize the 2007 Bond proceeds knowing the deteriorating condition of our schools. I am waiving normal procedures so GPSS can address these issues immediately for the sake of our school children."
The new law authorizes GPSS to utilize Bond proceeds specifically for the installation of intercoms; fire alarms and security alarms; air conditioning services and replacements; and other non-structural capital improvement projects needed to address deficiencies cited by the Department of Public Health and Social Services.
GPSS received a total appropriation of $26,135,977 from the 2007 General Obligation Bond Series' net proceeds of more than $69 million, which have been available since last year. All structural improvement projects still require an engineering assessment report as stated in P.L. 29-19.
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Mair Appointed Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army for Guam |
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Governor Camacho confident Mair will build important relationships during advent of Army buildup in Guam
March 9, 2008
The Secretary of the Army has appointed Governor Felix P. Camacho's nominee as Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army for Guam.
Attorney David Mair was appointed on February 27, 2008, by Secretary of the Army Pete Geren to serve as the CASA.
"Attorney Mair is an upstanding citizen, who will represent our people well," Governor Camacho said. "His work will help our island to build important relationships as the Army plans a significant presence in our island over the next decade."
Governor Camacho nominated Attorney Mair for the position on April 19, 2007.
Attorney Mair joined the Army in February 1973 and was honorably discharged as a Specialist Four in January 1976. He is a member of the Guam, Northern Mariana Islands and Alabama State Bar Associations and also served as Assistant Attorney General of Guam from 1981-1982. He is the President of the law firm Mair, Mair, Spade and Thompson.
Attorney Mair is a volunteer for Alee Shelter and the American Red Cross.
"Attorney Mair has contributed so much to our community," Governor Camacho said. "I am grateful for his commitment to continue contributing in this way."
Attorney Mair's biography and correspondence leading to his appointment are attached.
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GovGuam Partners with U.S. Navy to Protect Coral Reef Habitat |
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March 31, 2008
Governor Felix P. Camacho today signed a Cooperative Agreement with the United States Navy for the Reforestation of the Masso Reservoir area in Piti.
The Masso Project was developed as a mitigation project for the loss of coral reef habitat in Apra Harbor as a result of the Alpha and Bravo Wharfs Improvement projects by the US Navy. The Masso Reservoir Reforestation Project will include the planting of 12 acres of native plants and trees and a 30-acre security fence. The project will reduce sediment flowing into the reservoir, the Masso River and Piti's coast. Sediment is a major cause of reef degradation.
"This agreement will protect our coral reef and help preserve our natural resources," Governor Camacho said. "We are committed to projects like the Masso Agreement and future partnerships to conserve our environment."
Under the terms of the Cooperative Agreement, the US Navy will pay the Guam Department of Agriculture's Forestry and Soil Resources Division $235,000 to perform the scope of work, which includes a three-year deadline for completion.
Governor Camacho offered special appreciation to the late David Limtiaco, the Chief of the Forestry and Soil Resources Division at the Guam Department of Agriculture, who passed away unexpectedly last month. Mr. Limtiaco not only assisted in the development and negotiation of this agreement, but was the author of the Reforestation Plan that will be implemented within the agreement.
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