| Civilian/Military Task Force (C/MTF) (As of: October 23, 2008) |
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The CMTF was created by Gov. Felix Camacho thru Exec. Order No. 2006-10 in April 2006 and is comprised of members from the community, Government of Guam, Military, Business community and civic organizations.
Primary purpose of the Task Force is to identify issues and concerns that affect the overall needs of the island and what is anticipated as a result of the military build up. Task force is the advisory body, while the sub-committees are the working groups. Task force members meet at least quarterly, and all subcommittees meet at least once a month and files a weekly report for the Governor's FYI in addressing the civilian needs.
CMTF Vision Statement Over the next 20 years, using the military expansion as a catalyst, Guam will nurture sustainable economic development that will provide a higher quality of life for all the people of Guam, sustain adequate health, safety, education and work force development, and all vital services necessary to support the needs of the people of Guam, while safeguarding and promoting Guam’s culture and environment.
CMTF Mission Statement The Guam Buildup: CMTF is the lead management organization advocating for the needs of the people of Guam through the development and implementation of the Guam Buildup Master Plan for manageable and sustainable improvements and increases in the physical, social and financial infrastructure of the island and foster sustainable regional economic development.
CMTF Goals
There are 11 subcommittees that work on specific issues, which are:
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – Chair Tony Blaz (GEDCA) Tony Blaz, Chairperson Guam Economic Development & Commerce Authority Tel: 647-4332 Fax: 649-4146 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Staff Support: Mike Cruz This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Larry Toves This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Mission Statement: “To explore and identify the elements that will address Guam’s economic impact and development during the military’s expansion over the next decade and beyond.”
SOCIAL & CULTURAL – Chair Sylvia Flores (DCA) & Co-Chair Patrick Bamba (CAHA) Patrick Bamba Co-Chairperson Council on Arts & Humanities (CAHA) Tel: 475-2781 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mission Statement: To continue to collaborate with the U.S. military and the Federal Government in building trust and partnership for the benefit of all present and future Guam residents, the Social and Cultural Sub-committee will focus on the following: - begin to work with the military towards a mutual ‘sense of belonging’ o assist in smooth transition of military members and their families; o co-develop orientation programs such as History of Guam; Understanding and respecting the Chamorro culture, traditions, language and values; Mutual respect and understanding of cultural diversity; Being a part of the Guamanian community - ensure and protect the continued preservation of Guam’s culture and lands; - foster and promote civilian and military relations; - work hand-in-hand with military officials to understand ‘quality of life’ concerns address them on behalf of both military and Chamorro families; - investigate potential ways to effectively work together in using shared federal and local resources to support the above objectives.
HOUSING – Chair Benny Pinaula (GHURA) Raymond Blas, Sr. Guam Housing & Urban Renewal Authority Tel: 475-1378/ 471-3910 Fax: 472-7565 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Staff Support: Caesar Villanueva This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Mission Statement: “To examine the housing market, conduct an analysis of future housing needs for the community and mitigate any impacts that may arise from the military expansion, in order to ensure that adequate housing is available for Guam residents of every income level”
PORTS & CUSTOMS – Chair Rick Agustin (PAG) Rick Agustin, Chairperson Port Authority of Guam Tel: 477-5931, x. 419 Fax: 477-2689 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Staff Support: Dot Harris This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Donna Lizama-Acosta This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Herman Paulino This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mission Statement: “to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of cargo and passengers, as well as identify agency resources needed to accommodate the increase in port traffic.”
NATURAL RESOURCES – Chair Alberto “Tony” Lamorena III (BSP) Alberto “Tony” Lamorena III, Chairperson Bureau of Statistics & Plans Tel: 472-4201 Fax: 477-1812 E-mail: tony. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Staff Support: Evangeline Lujan This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Mely deLeon mely. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mission Statement: The C/MTF, Natural Resources sub-committee will concentrate specifically on natural resource protection and management. It will be responsible for the following issues: coral reef ecosystems and associated biological communities, terrestrial habitats, protected species, marine mammals, cumulative and secondary impacts to the natural environment and will also be responsible for mitigation efforts and for developing monitoring protocols. This committee will play a critical role in the review of the EIS, mitigation plans, issuance of required environmental permits and development of new policy needed to ensure that Guam's land, water, and natural resources are protected and managed."
PUBLIC SAFETY – Chair Dennis Santo Tomas (DCQ) Department of Customs and Quarantine Tel: 475-6202/3 Fax: 475-6227 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mission Statement: Public Safety Subcommittee is comprised of local and military public safety organizations aimed at strategizing, coordinating and implementing the best possible public safety services for the local and military communities of Guam. As an unprecedented amount of population growth will take place in the coming years, we will provide high quality services with integrity, professionalism and respect through Guam’s rich tradition of institutional knowledge and expertise from a cross-section of public safety officials and personnel.
ENVIRONMENT – Chair Elisabeth “Liz’ Cruz (GEPA) Guam Environmental Protection Agency Tel: 475-1658/9 Fax: 477-9402 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mission Statement: “To ensure that environmentally sound development practices are included in the integrated comprehensive master plan for military expansion on Guam, that environmental impacts are properly assessed and mitigated, and that environmental quality is improved through coordinated efforts of the Civilian/Military Task Force.”
EDUCATION – Chair David Okada (UOG) This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it David Okada, Chairperson University of Guam Tel: 735-2902 Fax: 734-3636 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mission Statement: The subcommittee on Education, a component advisory team of the Civilian Military Task Force (CMTF), will document and benchmark, review, assess, and develop recommendations that are supportive of the goal of maintaining quality, accessible education island-wide (public, private, and DoDEA) at all levels (K-18) as planned military growth and island-wide population growth occur. ______________________________________________________________________
LABOR – Chair Maria Connelley (DOL) & Co-Chair Mary Okada (GCC) Maria Connelley, Chairperson Department of Labor Tel: 475-7075 Fax: 475-7045 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Mary A.Y. Okada, Co-Chairperson Guam Community College Tel: 735-5547 Fax: 734-1003 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Mission Statement: “To provide program services to improve the quality of life of Guam’s citizens by maximizing their potential for employment in a competitive economy.”
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES – Chair Pete Roberto (DPHSS) J. Peter Roberto, Chairperson Department of Public Health & Social Services Tel: 735-7102 Fax: 734-5910 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mission Statement: “To provide critical analyses and recommendations concerning local medical, surgical, dental, nursing, allied health, mental health, public health, social and community based outreach services; as related to the proposed increase in military and civilian populations over the next 5 years.”
INFRASTRUCTURE – Chair John Benevente (CCU), Co-Chair Joe Perez (TNI), Secretary Craig Thompson (MCV) John Benevente, Chairperson Utilities General Manager Tel: 647-2603 Fax: 646-2335 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Collaborative Team Members: Simon Sanchez (CCU) This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Joaquin Flores (GPA) This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Mission Statement: Unified Positions are: - that our 212 square mile Island is too small for more than one (1), robust & reliable landfill, power system, water system, wastewater, etc. systems. - That all Power, Water, Roadway, Solid Waste, etc. infrastructures will be holistically – integrated and upgraded for the cost-benefit & quality of life for the entire, Civilian-Military-Commercial-Residential communities. - That the Membership continue its focus on what it does best – Infrastructure & Utilities … While the DOD continue its focus on what it does best – Our National Defense; and - That the Membership is having extremely constructive dialogues with JGPO, NavFAcMar, the “cooperating” Federal Agencies, and within its Membership on making the above-said a fully-funded reality.
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