Community Briefs — Feb. 8, 2012

Kagman High School will be celebrating its homecoming to commemorate 10 years on Feb. 11, 2012, from 9am to 1pm, at the Kagman High School courtyard (some events will be held at the basketball court. The school is inviting all current and former students, current and former teachers/staff, current and former administrators, and all education officials to the event. Intended activities include carnival games, class and club performances, food/snacks, pickup games of basketball and volleyball (alumni vs current students). [B][I](PR)[/I]

Manta Band selling raffle tickets[/B]

The Manta Ray Band is hosting a mega raffle ticket fundraiser for its trip to the 2012 Olympics in London. The group expects to sell 3,000 raffle tickets at $50 apiece. The grand price is $5,000 in cash. The raffle will be held on May 4. A ticket purchase entitles the buyer to meet and watch the band perform on May 4 with light refreshments provided. They don’t need to be present to win.[B][I] (PR)[/I]

US, Japan, Australia air forces set training [/B]

The U.S. Air Force and Navy, Japan Air Self Defense and Royal Australian Air Force will conduct training on FDM on the following dates and times:

* Feb. 8, from 7am to 11pm
* Feb. 9, from 8:30am to 3pm

The Air Force and Navy will conduct training at W-517 on the following dates and times:

* Feb. 8, from 8am to 5pm

The Air Force will conduct training at W-517 on the following dates and times:

* Feb. 9-10, from 8am to 5pm

The public—especially fishermen, commercial pilots, and marine tour operators—are advised to stay clear from the area during the times and dates indicated. [B][I](USN)[/I]

MHS Class of 1983 meeting[/B]

This is to invite Marianas High School’s Class of 1983 to a general meeting this Friday, Feb. 10, 2012, at the Minatchom Atdao Pavilion, Civic Center, Susupe. For more information, call Tonnei Camacho at 483-9665. [B][I](PR)[/I]

Red Cross sets training schedule[/B]

The American Red Cross-NMI Chapter will be conducting the Health & Safety training at its training room on Airport Road.

First Aid: Wednesday, Feb. 8, 6pm to 9pm

Adult CPR/AED: Thursday, Feb. 9, 6pm to 9pm

Pediatric CPR/AED: Saturday, Feb. 25, 8am to 11:30am

Pre-registration is required at least 24-hours prior to training date. A $70 course-fee is required to participate in these trainings. Two-year certification cards are issued at end of training. Register by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or visiting www.redcross.org/training. For more information contact the local chapter at 234-3459. [B][I](ARC)[/I]

CPA amends procurement rules and regs[/B]

The Commonwealth Ports Authority is notifying the public that the CPA has promulgated amendments to its Procurement Rules and Regulations. The revised regulations established a Procurement Section; addressed the handling of abandoned property and salvaged property; addressed procurement during an emergency and calamity; updated the provisions regarding requests and proposals; clarified provisions relating to invitations for bids, clarified provisions relating to public records and the manner of their disclosure inclusive of the Open Government Act; and other minor and technical revisions. Persons or entities wishing to review the revised Procurement Rules and Regulations should visit the CPA administration office at the Francisco C. Ada/ Saipan International Airport or call 237-6500. [B][I](CPA)[/I][/B]