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Media Advisory – 08/14/08 |
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Acting Governor Michael W. Cruz, M.D. will sign Bill No. 239 which will amend the compensation of public safety and law enforcement officers.
A signing ceremony is scheduled for today, August 14, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cabinet Conference Room, Adelup. |
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Acting Governor Cruz Signs Nuclear Testing and Monitoring Bill |
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Bill appropriates thousands to nuclear testing and rhinoceros beetle
August 12, 2008
Acting Governor Michael W. Cruz signed Bill No. 349 into Public Law 29-104 today. The bill appropriates two hundred fifty thousand dollars to support an independent investigation and study into the Navy's findings regarding the USS Houston's radioactive leak into Apra Harbor.
Prior to signing the bill, the Acting Governor met with COMNAVMAR Admiral William French and other military officials yesterday to discuss the Navy's results of their routine environmental monitoring program. In the letter addressed to Governor Felix P. Camacho dated August 11, 2008, it stated "survey results for water, sediment and marine life continue to confirm that releases from U.S. naval nuclear-powered warships have not caused measurable increases in the general background radioactivity of the environment." The report further states "the marine life sample analysis results show the presence of only naturally occurring radioactivity at very low concentrations."
"This bill gives us the means to pursue independent testing in and around water and land resources. It also will begin the process of developing a long term monitoring system that will help our government ensure necessary checks and balances are in place to safeguard our environment," the Acting Governor said. "I fully expect the cooperation of the Navy as they have promised as we move forward on this matter."
"Although their reports have consistently conveyed that the U.S. Naval nuclear operations on Guam have not had an adverse impact on our environment, I am concerned that there is a leak to begin with," the Acting Governor said.
An equally important second measure included in the new public law appropriates two hundred and fifty thousand dollars to the coconut rhinoceros beetle eradication program.
"The spread of the coconut rhinoceros beetle doesn't only affect our coconut trees but has the potential to affect an entire ecosystem," the Acting Governor said. "There will be lasting ramifications to our environment if we do not address the threat of these invasive species."
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A STATEMENT FROM THE ACTING GOVERNOR AND GOVERNOR OF GUAM |
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August 10, 2008
Acting Governor Michael W. Cruz, M.D. released the following statement upon learning of the death of a solider from Guam:
"We are deeply saddened by the loss of Petty Officer Second Class Anthony Carbullido who will be remembered as a young brave hero. I urge the people of Guam to join us as we pray for the family and friends whose lives have been changed by this great loss," Acting Governor Cruz said. "Anthony will rest in the hearts and minds of a grateful people who are humbled by his ultimate sacrifice. Governor Camacho and I extend our support to his loved ones and I have ordered all government and federal agencies to fly all flags at half staff in honor of Petty Officer Second Class Anthony Carbullido."
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ADMINISTRATION AND LEGISLATURE WORK TOGETHER TO ADDRESS NUCLEAR LEAK |
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Acting Governor says independent study should be a top priority for agencies
August 8, 2008
Acting Governor Michael W. Cruz met with Legislative Speaker Judi Won Pat and Senator Frank Blas this morning to discuss next steps in developing an independent process and protocol to monitor the leakage of nuclear waste in Guam's inner Apra Harbor and any leakage in the future.
"This is a concern for our people and it needs to be addressed by our island's leaders," the Acting Governor said. "We recognize we do not have the expertise on Guam, which is why our agencies are seeking out existing policies to address this matter.
The Acting Governor was informed of the legislature's intention to appropriate one hundred thousand dollars to pursue resources that would assist independent testing and develop standard operating procedures moving forward. The proposed bill introduced by Senator BJ Cruz is expected to be addressed in legislative session today.
"Placing the bill in emergency status will allow it to be heard without a public hearing," Legislative Speaker Won Pat said. "The sooner we do this the better. There will be no hesitation to act on this bill and it will have the legislature's full support."
"I have discussed this bill with my colleagues and they support it moving forward quickly," Senator Blas said.
In a report released on Thursday, officials with U.S. Naval Forces Marianas presented information to the government of Guam that a shut valve in the USS Houston's engineering plant has been steadily leaking in Guam's inner Apra Harbor since June 2006. Of that time period, the submarine was docked in Guam's waters for 366 days.
"While the Navy is stating the leakage is apparently a negligible amount, I'm concerned at the fact that there is a leak at all," the Acting Governor said. "It is our priority to secure an independent study to review the Navy's results and any impact on our environment."
The Department of Public Health and Social Services, 94th Civil Support Team (CST), Guam Environmental Protection Agency and Guam Office of Homeland Security/Civil Defense officials are working with their federal counterparts to address radioactive release into Guam.
In response Guam EPA's request to examine the U.S. Navy's findings, U.S EPA stated they agree the amount of leakage was minimal however they question how data was presented and recommend Guam pursue independent testing. |
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U.S. NAVY REPORT SHOWS NUCLEAR LEAK LASTED 366 DAYS ON GUAM OVER TWO YEAR PERIOD |
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Acting Governor calls for independent environmental testing on eve of Guam Buildup
August 7, 2008
In a report released late these afternoon, officials with U.S. Naval Forces Marianas presented information to the government of Guam that a shut valve in the USS Houston's engineering plant has been steadily leaking in Guam's inner Apra Harbor since June 2006.
Prior to the report being released, Acting Governor Michael W. Cruz, M.D. met with the Department of Public Health and Social Services, 94th Civil Support Team (CST), Guam Environmental Protection Agency and Guam Office of Homeland Security/Civil Defense officials to discuss current protocols that would address the Government of Guam's response to any reported incidents of radioactive materials leaking into Guam's waters or land resources.
"We are concerned about this new information and we will do everything we can to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people," Acting Governor Cruz said. "The Guam EPA has contacted USEPA to examine the Navy's findings. The Guam National Guard CST also is working with their counterparts at the Hawaii National Guard for technical analysis on the response and reported findings."
Acting Governor Cruz has directed GovGuam agencies to identify resources to begin independent testing of the waters in and around Apra Harbor. Agencies have been tasked to develop an interagency plan for long term environmental monitoring related to the increased movement of nuclear-powered Navy vessels expected with the pending military buildup on Guam.
"I spoke with COMNAVMAR Admiral William French and U.S. Pacific Commander Admiral Timothy Keating who has assured their full cooperation of the U.S. military with any concerns related to this nuclear leakage into Apra Harbor and committed additional resources towards this effort if needed. Long term planning by our government will ensure the necessary check and balance to safeguard our environment," Acting Governor said.
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A Message from the Governor of Guam |
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August 7, 2008
The Office of the Governor released the following statement regarding a fire incident that occurred at Government House on Wednesday, August 6, 2008:
"An unattended frying pan on a stove in the Government House Main Kitchen caught fire overnight. The fire, contained to a single burner, triggered the activation of the Kitchen fire extinguishing system. Executive Security immediately reported the incident to the Guam Fire Department, who responded to Government House as a precaution. No one was injured in the incident. There was minor damage to the stove backsplash."
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Governor Authorizes Larger Police Presence |
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Up to 17 police recruits will undergo GPD training
August 5, 2008
The Guam Police Department will hire up to 17 police recruits following authorization from Governor Felix P. Camacho to release funds for the recruitments.
"We want to make our streets safer and our communities more secure," Governor Camacho said. "A larger police presence in our neighborhoods is critical and that is why this is a priority for the Lieutenant Governor and me."
Governor Camacho today authorized Bureau of Budget and Management Research Director Bertha Duenas to release reserve allotments from the GPD budget to make the recruitments possible. GPD now will move forward with the hiring of police recruits according to an existing list of qualified candidates.
The Department of Administration compiled and keeps the list of qualified candidates, who qualify according to the merit system. GPD can begin the process of conducting background investigations now that the recruitments are authorized, enabling DOA to release the identities of the candidates. The police recruits already have passed training in the Criminal Justice Academy at the Guam Community College. They now will undergo further training within GPD to prepare them as Police Officers I.
These recruits are in addition to the 15 police cadets already undergoing training within GPD to become Police Officers I.
"We are a growing island community with a need for increased police presence," Governor Camacho said. "We will continue finding resources to improve the safety, health and education of our people."
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Media Advisory – 07/31/08 |
Governor Felix P. Camacho tomorrow will join Guam's transportation safety agencies in launching the National Passenger Carrier Strike Force Awareness Campaign. This national effort calls on all communities to reinforce federal and local laws and regulations set forth to protect and enhance the safety of motorists, passengers and pedestrians.
A proclamation signing ceremony also will be held to recognize the following government of Guam agencies:
- Department of Corrections Week
- Guam Customs and Quarantine Month
- World Breastfeeding Week
A proclamation signing ceremony will be held on Friday, August 1, 2008, at 11 a.m. in the Cabinet Conference Room, Adelup. |
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