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1st
ISSUE
Think before you
STRAW
19 Village
Experiences

FEATURES
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From the
Senator’s Desk
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10
Did You Know?
Ginen Guahu
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19 Villages,
19 Experiences
Where’s my
Straw?
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Oversight
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FROM THE SENATOR’S DESK
PEOPLE BEFORE POLITICS
H
afa Adai! I’m so excited to present the first
issue of our newsletter! My run in office has
always put people before politics. For this
first issue, I want to emphasize how
important it is to create legislation that benefits the people
first.
The theme of this issue is community development. The
cover picture was taken at the Grow Guam Hydroponic
Farm, which has served as a model proving that we can
produce high quality products on Guam that benefits the
community, environment, and tourism industry.
There has to be that converging point where the
community, environment, and tourism industry can
intersect productively. If we look at Grow Guam as an
example, they hire local people. They try to reduce the
environmental impacts of importing goods. They also create
a high-quality product that is useful to tourists and tourism
businesses. Grow Guam shows that it isn’t hard to grow a
responsible business that develops the community,
environment, and tourism industry.
The idea that the relationship between the community,
environment, and tourism industry should be
complementary is something I have come across as I meet
with many tourism professionals around the world. The
tourism industry must be developed and maintained as
responsibly and sustainably as possible.
The emphasis now is not just on runaway growths in
tourism numbers but on the idea that the travel and tourism
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industry should foster growth in the community. The
people of a destination is just as important as the people
who visit the destination. The relationship between local
and tourist must be mutually beneficial.
We have been fortunate that as our industry grew, so did
the standard of living for the people of Guam. As we aim to
grow our tourism industry even more, we must try to not
leave out the most critical component of the industry on
Guam: the people and the environment.
functions more as a magazine with editorial pieces to
stimulate our minds and create that conversation we all
desire. This issue I talk about the uniqueness of the
nineteen different villages and how important it is to
incorporate them to our tourism goals. I also talk about how
small changes like reducing our use on straws can have
great impacts to our environment. If you have any
suggestions about future content, please contact my office.
Si Yu'os Ma’ase
In order for community to develop, we need to hear from
the public. We really want to challenge the youth of Guam
to talk to us senators. They are important, they represent
the next generation of legislators and legislation.
Finally, I hope you will enjoy reading this newsletter. It
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did you know…?
BOTTLE BILL & RECYCLING
TALOFOFO BAY
has beautiful dark brown sands.
Unfortunately, half of the sand can be covered in
litter that is drawn up from storms and from
people who visit the bay. Talofofo Bay is one of
our most beautiful attractions on Guam, we really
need to step up and keep all our beaches clean.
Beach Cleanups should not be reserved for a
single day of the year. Beach cleanups should
happen anytime and every time we visit any of
the islands beaches. LETS DO OUR PART!
Following the people of Guam’s demand for a cleaner, greener, healthier Guam, Senator
Tina Rose Muña Barnes introduced Bill 100-27 in 2003 which was passed as Public Law
27-31. This Public Law laid the groundwork for Bill 149-30 in June 2009.
Commonly known as the Bottle Bill, it was finally signed into law in December 2010 as
the Guam Beverage Container Act of 2010. The Guam Environment Protection Agency
is responsible for implementation.
It has not been implemented yet.
Fotgon—Wet
Maipe—Hot
Uchan—Rain
Finetgon—Humidity
CHAGI CHAMORU
Some useful words during the Summer months!
Adahi, sa’un na’ fofotgon yo’!
Maipe på’go na hå’ane.
U’uchan.
Metgot na finetgon guine
mågi giya Guåm.
Don’t get me wet!
It is hot today.
It is raining.
Guam has strong
humidity.
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8.34 Tourists on Guam. How does this impact
our society? In one year, there are more
tourists on island than there are people on
Guam. Is this number something to be
proud of, or shall we be concerned? We are
bracing for larger and incredible new
growth in our tourism industry. But have
we already met that threshold where we are
able to provide great, quality service to our
tourists? Do we have the human capital?
FROM THE SENATOR’S DESK
With the Festival of the Pacific
Arts in 2016, visitors will explore
more of Guam. In an effort to
showcase each village and bring
our tourism industry to the
people, I introduced Bill 122-33
to provide funds to GVB from the
Tourism Attraction Fund for the
renovations of an attraction in
each village. The public hearing is
scheduled in July.
BILL
122-33
VILLAGE RENOVATION
The TAF has helped to fund
many needed projects. Including
the Guam Unique Merchandise
& Art (GUMA) organization,
Guam International Film Festival,
Inetnon Gef pa’go Cultural
Arts Program, Historic Inalahan
Foundation, and a lot more other
programs that work to develop
our community, cultural, and improve
Guam society.
TOURISM
ATTRACTION FUND
Often, the travel and tourism
industry can have negative
impacts. One of them is human
trafficking. Human trafficking can
happen in every corner of the
world leading to slavery, forced
prostitution, and gang violence.
Public Law 30-26 is an effort to
stop Human Trafficking. By
prosecuting traffickers,
preventing trafficking, and
protecting victims of human
trafficking.
PUBLIC LAW
30-26
HOW MANY TOURISTS ON GUAM IN A YEAR?
Our tourism industry is working towards incredible new goals for the next few years. One question I have
always wondered is will we become victims of our own success? These programs I have supported enable
organic growth of our tourism industry. We enable the people, artists, traditional crafters, entrepreneurs to
grow, which in turn grows the island’s economy and society. The people are important for a healthy
development and growth of our tourism industry.
RESPONSIBLE TOURISM
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GINEN GUAHU
17 GRADUATES OF THE
GUAM UNIQUE MERCHANDISE & ART
PROGRAM
T
he past term to date, we have introduced 20 bills
and 23 resolutions. 11 of those bills were signed into
laws. Some of these public laws include the Justice
Safety Valve Act of 2013, land transfers for the construction
of a foster care facility in Barrigada, and the appropriation
of funds from the Tourism Attraction Fund FY 2014 balance
for GPD and DOC overtime.
We also had the opportunity to recognize many people and
events throughout the year. The most deserving person we got
to recognize was Atanasio Taitano Perez with Resolution No.
122-33 (LS). He lived an extraordinary life that was very uncommon
for the average Chamorro person during his time.
Many of his accomplishments were pivotal for Chamorro society
during that time and are still important today. Though he
died in 1950, it is never too late to recognize someone’s accomplishments.
Senator Mary Camacho Torres and I co-authored a resolution
to congratulate Sister Francis Jerome, RSM on her retirement
from the Academy of Our Lady of Guam. Many young ladies
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were educated under Sister Francis Jerome, RSM who are now
leading and continuing to shape our island.
The picture above was taken at the T Galleria on June 9, 2015
to announce the seventeen 2015 Guam Unique Merchandise &
Arts (GUMA) graduates. The GUMA organization is the epitome
of community development. They work to develop the
livelihoods of local artists by turning their craft into a product
that can be sold.
In July 2014, Senator Tina Rose Muña Barnes introduced legislation
to appropriate twenty-five thousand ($25,000) to the
Guam Unique Merchandise and Art organization to support
their program. She stated, “This is a fantastic program that
helps to build the tourism industry and stimulate economic
development, it’s programs like this that the TAF should be
supporting. I’m happy to see the end result that came from the
funding.”
Please contact the office of Senator Tina Rose Muña Barnes
at (671)-472-3455/6, senator@tinamunabarnes.com.

Public Laws
The following is a list of public laws that
were signed in 2015:
Public Law
33-22, 33-30, 33-05, 33-37, 33-43, 33-44, 33-
45, 33-47, 33-48, 33-49, and 33-50.
Introduced Bills
For the month of May and June, the following
is a list of bills that were introduced:
Bills 107-33 (LS), 108-33 (LS), 109-33 (LS),
110-33 (LS), 111-33 (LS), 118-33 (COR), 121-
33 (COR), and 122-33 (COR).
Resolutions
For the months of May, June, and July, the
following is a list of resolutions that were
introduced and presented:
Resolutions No. 98-33 (COR), 99-33
(COR), 107-33 (LS), 110-33 (COR), 120-33
(LS), 122-33 (LS), 123-33 (LS), 127-33
(COR), 130-33 (LS), 138-33 (COR).
Please visit the Guam Legislature website
at guamlegislature.com for full details
on introduced bills, public laws,
and resolutions.
If you need a resolution or have suggestion,
comments, or concerns please contact
my office at (671) 472-3455/6 or
senator@tinamunabarnes.com.
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T
he past few years have marked several milestones in our tourism industry. One major success: Tourists have been
venturing outside of Tumon more often than ever. These tourists are different than the tourists that we’ve grown
accustomed to, they are exploring our island on their terms; this is very encouraging. As more tourists go beyond
Tumon, their spending will reach the pockets of local artists, craftspeople, and entrepreneurs within the villages.
They will be buying cultural crafts and products unique to each village. These trends have pushed me to create legislation that
fosters community development and encourages the further development of our tourism industry outside of Tumon.
Recently, I introduced Bill 122-33, providing funds to restore and
renovate one attraction in each village. This bill will be necessary
as we showcase Guam to the world during the Festival of the
Pacific Arts. This bill comes at a pivotal moment as we see growing
interest to developing our tourism industry outside of
Tumon.
One organization that I commend for working to develop Guam
our tourism offerings further into the villages is the One Village,
One Product initiative developed at the University of Guam.
Their main goal is community development. Their work shows
that tourism can truly benefit all of us. Tourism is not just about
resorts, shops, and restaurants, it is about the people. They have
been instrumental to developing the various village festivals
such as the Agat Mango Festival and Mangilao Donne’ Festival.
These festival allow tourists to engage with locals in a new setting
other than in shops and hotels. In effect, tourists get a richer,
more authentic experience when they visit Guam, contributing
intimately in the local economy.
Locals have begun to take pride and ownership in their village
and heritage. The festivals have sparked renewed interests in the
manufacturing of products that were only made in small batches
at home. Dinanche’, Mango Bonelos, and jellies of all sorts are
being sold and distributed to a larger crowd. This is why I’m
very grateful for their work. They put the development of the
people in each village before everything else.
For this summer, I urge everyone to get out and explore each
village. Every village has some great story to tell, discovering the
stories of each village is a gateway to understanding our culture
and heritage.
The Heart
The villages of Hagåtña, Santa Rita, and Umatac are very historically
significant to the island. I call these villages the heart of our
island. Many of us are connected to these three villages. They are
our most beloved village representing our ancient culture, colonized
culture, and the destruction of our culture.
Hagåtña is my home away from home. It is not only where many
of our policymakers work, it is a village that exudes our heritage.
On every street, there is something that reminds us of Guam’s
history. The Hagåtña Heritage Trail weaves its way through ancient
latte stones, Spanish-era buildings, modernist architecture,
and many other pockets of history. Hagåtña has countless parks
and restaurants making it a great place to have picnics. The
Chamorro Village Wednesday Night Market ends the day for
many people, it is the epicenter of local products, crafts, and
artists.
Santa Rita’s historical importance lies in the old village of
Sumay. Although you may need military access to visit Sumay,
the spirit of Sumay can be found in Santa Rita. Sumay was once
known for its connection to the sea. Now, there is a budding
flower industry in that village as the village was pushed further
from the sea. Ginger lilies being some of the more popular plants
in the area. If you have time, there is the Namo Botanical Gardens.
Umatac is arguably the beginning of Guam’s culture, from Fouha
Rock to Magellan landing on our island. This is the source of
Guam’s ancient heritage and the beginning of Guam’s era of European
influence. The most notable event in Umatac is the celebration
of Magellan’s landing in March. Umatac also has some
great yams.
The Ranch
Ranching culture is an integral part of our society. It’s where we
branched out for solace during the Spanish and American times.
It is also where many people found a little bit of salvation during
the war. Many of the ranches began just outside of Hagåtña including
Agana Heights, Chalan Pago, Sinajana, and Yigo. These
villages have become residential areas of Guam. But there is still
semblance of ranching culture present in the villages today, especially
in Yigo. There’s no mentioning Yigo without mentioning
the Artero Family. At one point that land was bought by the
Winster Commercial Company to become a coconut plantation.
Now, there are many crops growing in the village including corn.
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There is also a horse ranch called Rock n’ Rail Horse Ranch.
The Belly
The word Barrigada came from the Spanish meaning the flank
side or the belly of Guam. It lies in the middle of the island and
has hosted many family ranches. The term barriga da appropriately
applies to the village, the village filled the bellies of the people
of Guam. Though it has become a largely residential district of
Guam, you can still find small family farms and fruit trees like
lemon in the yards.
Just as Barrigada fed our belly, Mangilao feeds our mind. The
village is home to many education institutions including the
University of Guam. The University sits on top of a cliff overlooking
the horizon, poetically it has come to represent curiosity
and exploration. It represents that fire in our belly. That fire may
also just be from the donne’ in the village, the mascot of Mangilao.
The Villages of Mongmong-Toto-Maite is another central village
that has become more residential. There are a few commercial
and industrial buildings scattered along Route 8. However, Inside
the village, there are hills, valleys, and wetlands. The wetlands
make it a great place to grow wetland agricultural products
including taro.
The South
The south is iconic to Guam. It represents the many parallels of
the island. On one side is limestone, the other side is mountains;
one side is concrete, wide roads, and malls the other side is jungle,
rivers, and Spanish–era buildings that have been almost lost
in the northern parts of Guam. The south makes the north look
mundane.
The villages that epitomizes the culture of the South (the souf)
are Inarajan, Talo’fofo, and Merizo to name a few. The quiet villages
are loud with culture and nature. Inarajan is home to
Inetnon Gef’pago. Talo’fofo has black sand, rivers, and waterfalls.
Merizo has the ever-popular crab festival a link to our Spanish-
Chamorro-Catholic heritage.
The War
The war is crucial to Guam’s heritage and culture. It was the
period in Guam history where our role in the world was established.
Two nations butted heads here to determine dominance
in the Pacific region. While this battle of supremacy took place,
the people of Guam suffered through many atrocities that were
not of their doing. The worst atrocities happened at the many
concentration camps, labor camps, and massacre sites around
the island. While no camp deserves less attention than any other,
Manenggon remains in the heart and minds of us all. Manenggon
lies in the valleys of Yona. Every year the Manenggon Memorial
Foundation holds its Freedom Run to retrace the route that the
people of Guam walked to get to Manenggon. Manenggon is an
important pilgrimage and a time for reflection.
As the Americans came to liberate the people of Guam from Japan,
Asan-Maina played an integral role in Guam’s capture. Asan
hosts many World War II sites including Asan Beach Park and
the Asan Bay Overlook. During World War I, Asan Point was
the sight where German sailors on the SMS Cormoran were incarcerated.
Agat hosted many events during the war. One of Agat’s role was
the construction of the Naval Base during Post-War Guam.
Thousands of Filipino laborers came to live in one of the biggest
labor camps on Guam called Camp Roxas.
The Economy/Modern Guam
Finally, we get to this point in Guam’s history. It is incredible
where we are today and how short of a time we got here. From
humble ranchers and fishermen in the early half of the 20th century,
to an economic powerhouse in the region during the latter
half; the people of Guam went through such drastic changes in
just a short amount time . Sometimes it is really hard to fathom
all the changes our parents and grandparents lived through. The
villages of Dededo, Tamuning-Tumon-Harmon, and Piti represent
tourism and the manufacturing and importation of goods on
our island. Our bread and butter.
The most modern part of Guam is probably the village of Dededo.
The village has subdivisions, shopping malls, and a brand
new hospital. You can do a lot of shopping in this village alone.
You can buy produce at the flea market and then a shirt at the
Micronesia Mall. There are also golf courses near ranches near
sports facilities. It’s an interesting village.
But the best representation of modern Guam and our economy is
the Tamuning area encompassing Harmon and Tumon. We have
created an entire district catering to tourists where accommodations,
food, and entertainment can be found in one area. These
villages enhance our tourism industry. Who would’ve thought
that tourism would play an important role in our lives?
This area represent our capitalistic and consumer society of today.
We engage in buying things just as much as tourists do.
Shopping on our island will be nowhere without our port. In this
regards, Piti plays a strategic role in our economy and society.
The village bring in all the goods and products that we value so
much.
The village has played strategic roles throughout the years.
Transfers between many of Guam’s colonial powers have happened
here, from Spain to the United States to Japan. The village
houses our power plant. It also is where many recreational activities
can be found that is important for our tourism industry like
Fish Eye Marine Park and Atlantis Submarines. There are many
dive points including the Tokai Maru and SMS Cormoran ships.
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Where’s my straw?
It’s a common question asked at restaurants.
Where is my straw? Straws have become so
standard to our dining experience that we don’t
think about the consequences straws and coffee
stirrers have on our environment.
The Ocean Conservancy and International
Coastal Cleanup finds that straws and stirrers
are in the Top 10 of litter found during beach
cleanups.
As the Race for Water Odyssey (R4WO)
Expedition makes its way down to Guam, we
must continue our efforts to reducing our use on
plastic. We must remember that if we can create
these gyres or garbage patches in the ocean filled
with plastic and trash, then we can most
certainly destroy them.
Protecting our environment and oceans have
been a very important mission of mine. I
remember about seven years ago introducing the
bottle bill, encouraging recycling on island.
Just as we changed how we shop, opting out of
plastic bags and using reusable and
biodegradable plastic bags, we can change how
we dine. I challenge everyone to think before
they drink. Ask for biodegradable straws or go
without.
Small changes in our lives really do have an
impact on our world. Before you reach for that
straw, ask yourself this question: “Where will
that straw end up?”
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OVERSIGHT
Municipal Affairs
Mayor’s Council
The Mayors are concerned over
the handling of typhoons. Miscommunication
between the
government, its agencies,
mayors, and media have been
stated.
Mayors are looking into costeffective
ways to dispose of deceased
animals on the roadways.
They will be looking into a contract
with Cloud-9 in Barrigada,
Guam.
The mayors special monthly
meeting scheduled for July 15 has
been rescheduled for August 19,
2015. On the agenda will be Maria
Connelley from Department
of Labor, Sgt. John Bagaforo from
the Guam Police Department,
and Rose Ramsay from the Governor’s
office to talk about Festival
of the Pacific Arts.
Mayor’s Council of Guam
(671) 472-6940/477-8461/6886
215A Chalan Santo Papa Road,
Suite 111F
P.O. Box 786
Hagåtña, Guam 96932
mcogadmin@teleguam.net
www.mcog.guam.goc
Tourism
Guam Visitors Bureau
GVB is developing a professional
development course for hospitality
industry employees on Guam
known as the Tourism Academy.
A curriculum is being developed.
GVB met with the South Korea
Consulate to discuss recent
crimes against South Korean
tourists.
The Japan Marketing Committee
is seeking aggressive new strategies
due to the recent decline in
the Japan Market.
Korean Market has been increasing.
Air Busan will have its inaugural
flight to Guam on July 23.
Discussions about Bed and
Breakfasts took place. The board
examined how many B&B’s are
operating without a business
license and/or registering as a
B&B. We will look into other
loopholes allowing B&B’s to operate
without a license.
Public Hearing for Rules and
Regulation of Sports & Cultural
Ambassador Program is scheduled
for July 22, 2015 at GVB
Main Conference Room at
5:30pm.
GVB Budget Hearing is scheduled
for July 30, 2015 at 2:00pm.
Guam Visitors Bureau
(671) 646-5278/9
401 Pale San Vitores Road
Tumon, Guam 96913
www.guamvisitorsbureau.com
www.visitguam.com
Housing
Guam Housing Corp.
Guam Housing Corporation had
a public hearing on July 14, 2015.
Guam Housing Corporation
(671) 647-4143 ext.134
ITC Building, Suite 514
590 South Marine Corps Drive
Tamuning, Guam 96913
www.guamhousing.org
Guam Housing and Urban
Renewal Association
(GHURA)
Made a follow-up on the
“conflict of Interest” provisions
as it realtes to legislators. HUD
DEC report dated February 20,
2015.
Guam Housing & Urban Renewal
Association
(671) 475-1378
117 Bien Venida Avenue
Sinajana, Guam 96910
www.ghura.org
Historic
Preservation
Historic Preservation Trust
Historic preservation trust is celebrating
their 25th anniversary
this year. Details on their celebration
will be given.
Guam Preservation Trust
(671) 472-9439/40
Historic Lujan House
157 Palomo Street
Hagåtña, Guam 96910
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Manenggon Memorial Foundation
UN DANGKOLO NA SI YUOS MA’ASE
The Manenggon Memorial Foundation thanks all
the participants of the Manenggon Memorial
Freedom Run. We will also like to thank our lifetime
sponsors for this event and the events in the
past. We most especially will like to thank all the
survivors who came out to the Manenggon Memorial
site.
If you are a survivor or know a survivor who have
passed, please register their name to the list.
Please contact manenggon@gmail.com or
through Facebook at Manenggon Memorial Foundation.
HASSO MANENGGON
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33rd Guam Legislature
Senator Tina Rose Muña Barnes
Legislative Secretary
Senator
CHAIRWOMAN
Committee on Municipal Affairs, Tourism, Housing, and Historic Preservation
155 Hesler Place
Hagåtña, Guam 96910
Tel (671) 472-3455/6
Fax: (671) 472-3400
senator@tinamunabarnes.com