AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoLocal Development: O&O Enterprises’ proposed Tafuna shopping center remains under Zoning Board review, with members warning that added traffic could strain nearby roads and emergency access. Seabed Mining: Federal officials set a Nov. 19 auction for two seabed leases totaling about 31 million acres near American Samoa, with $3 million minimum bids and royalties starting at 2%. Environmental groups and local leaders are challenging the plan, citing risks to marine ecosystems and fisheries. Fuel Relief: American Samoa’s fishermen and farmers are eligible for federal diesel-cost aid; USDA will use submitted fuel-cost data to determine payments for the territories. Cost of Living: Third-quarter inflation was reported at 0.1% year over year, while the CPI fell 2.8% from the prior quarter. Food prices rose 0.9% quarterly, with sharp increases for items including coffee and vegetables.
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