Community Briefs – April 13, 2016

CUC schedules power interruption this Saturday

The Commonwealth Utilities Corp. would like to inform the general public that there is a scheduled power interruption on Saturday, April 16, from 7:30am to 12:30pm.

The purpose of the power interruption is to de-energize the primary lines to allow the CUC line crew to safely replace four rotted primary power poles along Isa Dr. in San Vicente. The power poles are severely rotted and must be replaced immediately to ensure the safety of ongoing vehicular and traffic in the area. CUC greatly appreciates the understanding of the community during this period.

Water services may be affected in the area during the power interruption; however, all services should be restored after the power is re-energized.

Areas to be affected: Kiya 1 (partials of 1st partial): San Vicente Isa Dr. (San Vicente Loop, Tuturam Dr., Hotdu Dr., Cao Ln., Ala Ln., Afok Dr., Lansa Pl., Neuheim Pl., Atkiya Dr., Anaguan Ln., Lupok Way., Ankla Pl., Abaniku Ln., Bentana Dr., Eskalera Ln., Shoko Dr., Gadde Dr., Latte Ln., Metati Pl., Taga Dr., Monitor Pl., Lommok Pl., Kalahi Ln., Nativo Dr., Kommat Way., Lamasa Pl., Palu Ln., Kahida Pl., Laulau Bay Dr., Achon Ln., Railroad Dr., Sinagu Ln., Tininu Pl., Galak Dr., Makpong Pl., Palai Way, Mapga Ln., Langit Ln., Berbena Dr., Pakko Ln., Golondrina Dr., Nifen Ln., TanganTangan Dr., Fresko Pl., San Vicente Church, and San Vicente Elementary School). (PR)

Joint Region Marianas, Andersen Air Force Base present MixxedFit Mash-Up

ASAN, Guam—In observance of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, Joint Region Marianas (JRM) and Andersen Air Force Base invite the public to a MixxedFit Mash-Up April 13 at the Ypao Beach Park in Tumon from 6pm to 8pm.

The free event will also promote Child Abuse Prevention Month and Alcohol Awareness Month in April.

“People are coming out to get a good workout in with Mixxed-Fit, but at the same time talking about the very serious reason for the event,” said JRM Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Officer Lt. Jill Cunningham. “We are showing our support for survivors when we openly talk about this issue.”

Participants are encouraged to bring bottled water and a towel.

Mixxed Fit is a people-inspired dance fitness program that is a mix of explosive dancing and boot camp toning.

For more information, contact the Joint Region Marianas Public Affairs Office at (671) 349-4055. (PR)

CCA board meets on April 19

The Commonwealth Cancer Association’s Board of Directors will be holding its regular Board of Directors meeting on Tuesday, April 19, 3pm at the CCA Conference Room. Agenda includes reports from the president and program updates. All board meetings are open to the public. For more information, contact the Commonwealth Cancer Association at 682-0050 or email at ccamarianas@gmail.com. (PR)

AMP Visitor Center closed on April

The public is advised the American Memorial Park Visitor Center will be closed on Monday, April 25, 2016, due to mandatory training for all park personnel. The Visitor Center will resume normal hours of operations on Tuesday, April 26, 2016, at 9am.

For more information on the park please visit: www.nps.gov/amme. (PR)