January 2010
01/08/10 Gov. Togiola thanks Manukau City Council for post-tsunami gift and donation
Governor Togiola Tulafono today expressed his gratitude to Mayor Len Brown of Manukau, New Zealand for three condolence books signed by his community after the tsunami.
01/07/10 Gov. Togiola urges cooperation with search of Immigration Offices in Utulei and Tafuna Airport
Governor Togiola Tulafono today issued a statement on the search by law enforcement authorities at the Immigration Offices in Utulei and Pago Pago International Airport.
01/07/10 Gov. Togiola announces DOI $9.3 million capital improvement grant for ASG priority projects
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced ASG will receive $9,383,000 from Interior for capital improvements as part of the American Samoa Five-Year Capital Improvements Master Plan.
01/06/10 Gov. Togiola announces Coulter and Katina on the World team;
Team USA vs The World on Jan. 30th in Florida
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced USA Football’s rosters of Team USA vs The World; American Samoa represented by Beck Coulter and Tavita Katina.
Gov. Togiola: “Greatest exhibition of heart, spirit and sportsmanship”; American Samoa 49, Australia 6
Governor Togiola Tulafono today congratulated Australia and American Samoa for first ever international American football competition on Samoan soil.
01/02/10 Gov. Togiola updates recovery and restoration on Saturday radio program
Governor Togiola Tulafono today reported on permanent housing construction, temporary school facilities, Disaster Unemployment Assistance and more on KSBS-FM 92.1.
01/01/10 Gov. Togiola lauds AS and Hawaii for show of Samoan spirit in Samoa Bowl; AS wins, 23-20
Governor Togiola Tulafono today called the American Samoa and Hawaii game as “the most impressive exhibition of Samoan talent we have ever witnessed in the seven years” of the event.
December 2009
12/31/09 Gov. Togiola announces 6.4% increase in Food Stamp benefits and new eligibility criteria for new applicants
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced the Food Stamp increase starting January 1, 2010, and new eligibility criteria have been approved by the federal government.
12/30/09 Gov. Togiola appoints Museum Board of Trustees; First Lady, chair
Governor Togiola Tulafono appoints five to Museum Board of Trustees and includes Samoan Affairs Secretary Tufele Li’amatua.
12/30/09 Gov. Togiola says final review and approval of hiring documents now with HR director
Governor Togiola Tulafono has announced the Office of the Governor will no longer review employment documents.
12/29/09 Gov. Togiola hosts Samoa Bowl VII participants; “Building honorable qualities”
Governor Togiola Tulafono tonight hosted a welcome reception to kick-off Samoa Bowl Week at Fale Laumei in Utulei.
12/29/09 Gov. Togiola honors Lt. Bryan Fa’avae at ASCC Commissioning Ceremony
Governor Togiola Tulafono today honored Lieutenant Bryan Fa’avae --a recent graduate of UH at Manoa-- in a commissioning ceremony at the American Samoa Community College.
12/28/09 Gov. Togiola welcomes Samoa Bowl VII teams; Hawaii and Australia
Governor Togiola Tulafono extends Talofa and Welcome to all the participants of Samoa Bowl VII week in American Samoa.
12/26/09 Gov. Togiola announces upcoming increase in Food Stamps & 800 hired for NEG; radio program update
Governor Togiola Tulafono today on his weekly radio program said an increase in Food Stamp benefits and updated on disaster recovery.
12/24/09 Gov. Togiola issues Christmas Message to the people of American Samoa
Governor Togiola Tulafono today, Christmas Eve, issued the following Christmas message to the people of American Samoa:
12/23/09 Gov. Togiola appoints Document Preservation Task Force for critical gov’t docs
Governor Togiola Tulafono has appointed a 10-member Document Preservation Task Force to recommend methods to preserve critical government documents.
12/22/09 Gov. Togiola announces $49.3 million Emergency Relief from Federal Highway Administration for roads damaged in disaster
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced the approval of $49.3 million in Emergency Relief funds from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for roads damaged in the disaster.
12/21/09 Gov. Togiola declares two-day Christmas holiday; Dec 24 & Dec 25
Governor Togiola Tulafono today declared Christmas Eve a holiday in American Samoa. Christmas Day and New Year’s Day will be observed as holidays in accordance with statute.
12/20/09 Gov. Togiola encourages “fellowship” at Toa o Samoa church service
Governor Togiola Tulafono today attended the end of year Toa o Samoa church service at CCCAS Taputimu.
12/19/09 Gov. Togiola says FEMA verified more than 250 homes destroyed in disaster, 183 want to self-build, so far; 703 temporary worker hired, need 600 more
Governor Togiola Tulafono today on his weekly radio program gave updates on Permanent Housing, National Emergency Grant and Disaster Unemployment Assistance benefits.
12/18/09 ASG 3-night Christmas program concludes; “A Big Success”
Gov. Togiola and First Lady Mary Ann Tulafono tonight joined Lt. Gov. Faoa Sunia for the conclusion of the annual American Samoa Government Christmas Program at Malaeoletalu in Fagatogo.
12/18/09 Gov. Togiola tells 162 ASCC graduates “four year college is going to happen”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today gave remarks at the largest graduation class in history at the American Samoa Community College in Mapusaga.
12/17/09 Gov. Togiola congratulates 35 UH Cohort graduates; “Excel For Success”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today congratulated elementary teachers who completed their Bachelor of Education and Master of Education studies in the UH cohort program.
12/16/09 Gov. Togiola unveils 929 Memorial Park plans at “Spirit of Survival” tribute; “We can’t celebrate their lives, unless we move on with living”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today at Fagatogo Malaeoletalu honored the 34 individuals who died on 929 with tribute.”
12/15/09 First Lady Mary Ann honors 14 nursing graduates
First Lady Mary Ann Tulafono today delivered the keynote address at the 2009 Nurses Graduation Ceremony; 3 Registered Nurses and 11 Practical Nurses.
12/12/09 Gov. Togiola updates NEG, DUA and Disaster Recovery on radio program
Governor Togiola Tulafono today in his weekly disaster recovery update on his radio program said more temporary disaster workers will be hired.
12/15/09 9.29 Memorial Service to “pay tribute to loved ones” and “heal the wound”
Governor Togiola Tulafono, in preparation for "The Spirit of Survival: Moving On" Memorial Service said the 9.29 prayer service is to offer respect for those who died and healing for survivors.
12/15/09 Gov. Togiola offers free Post-Disaster Legal Aid service to families with annual income of no more than $15,000
Governor Togiola Tulafono announces attorneys at the Office of the Governor to assist residents in their disaster-related claims for benefits.
12/11/09 Gov. Togiola honors Teachers of the Year; “framework to all other professions”
Governor Togiola tonight honored all of the teachers of the year of American Samoa at a Department of Education dinner held at Fale Laumei in Utulei.
12/09/9 Gov. Togiola said Homeland Security making positive progress in disaster education
Governor Togiola Tulafono today praised the statement by American Samoa Department of Homeland Security presented to the House of Representatives concerning disaster awareness.
12/09/09 First Lady Mary Ann Tulafono begins school tours of Mauga o Ali’i
First Lady Mary Ann Tulafono today welcomed to Government House the young students of Faga’itua and Pava’ia’i ECE to start tours of schools of American Samoa.
12/06/09 Gov. Togiola proclaims December - National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month;
Governor Togiola Tulafono today launched National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month and reminded residents about the dangers of driving impaired this holiday.
12/05/09 Gov. Togiola radio program updates disaster recovery information
Governor Togiola Tulafono today, on his weekly radio program aired on KSBS-FM 92.1, gave a disaster recovery update on electrical power and generator connection, FEMA and NEG help and more.
12/04/09 Gov. Togiola dedicates new DOE Central Office Building in Utulei; “Womb that conceives life”
Governor Togiola Tulafono said the wisdom, knowledge, learning and experience that will come from the new structure will transcend generations of American Samoa.
12/03/09 Gov. Togiola to honor American Samoa loved ones in “Spirit of Survival” Tsunami Memorial Service and Territorial Christmas Program; Dec. 16th
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced the “Spirit of Survival: Moving On" Territorial Tsunami Memorial Service as the prelude to Territorial Christmas Program.
12/01/09 Gov. Togiola interviewed by 60 Minutes regardingSamoan NFL players and influence of football on island
Governor Togiola Tulafono today talked to CBS 60 Minutes Correspondent Scott Pelley about the heart, talent and culture of the Samoan football player.
November 2009
11/30/09 Gov. Togiola creates American Samoa Food Policy Council
Governor Togiola Tulafono has established the American Samoa Food Policy Council to provide recommendations on how to strengthen food security in American Samoa.
12/28/09 Philippines Consul General Cardenas pays courtesy call on Gov. Togiola
Philippines Consul General Leoncio Cardenas expressed the sympathy of the people of the Philippines for the loss of lives on September 29th.
11/26/09 Gov. Togiola offers Thanksgiving in remembrance of disaster loved ones
Governor Togiola Tulafono today spoke at the National Council of Churches of American Samoa annual Thanksgiving Day prayer service held at the Pava’ia’i Methodist Church.
11/25/09 Gov. Togiola honors DPS personnel certification and promotion
Governor Togiola Tulafono today in a Public Safety ceremony honored personnel who successfully completed investigation and paramedic training and promotions to higher police ranks.
11/24/09 First Lady Mary Ann Tulafono meets Cabinet spouses and announces formation of Mauga o Ali’i Government House Historical Society
First Lady Mary Ann Tulafono today invited spouses of ASG directors to join her in group to preserve and maintain “Government House” as a historical residence.
11/23/09 Gov. Togiola says $367,000 Fo’isia already performing essential services
Governor Togiola Tulafono today said the “Fo’isia” will serve the islands of Ofu, Olosega and Ta’u “in any way the Manu'a District deem appropriate.”
11/18/09 Gov. Togiola accepts $16,250 tsunami relief drive donation from Guam
Governor Togiola Tulafono today, in a conference call, accepted a donation of $16,250 from Governor Felix Camacho and the people of Guam as part of their tsunami relief efforts in Hagatna.
11/17/09 Gov. Togiola cautions FEMA applicants to carefully consider options and use assistance wisely
Governor Togiola Tulafono announced today the American Samoa Government and FEMA are working jointly to ensure that the immediate and long term housing needs for applicants are met.
11/13/09 Governor Togiola Tulafono Welcomes FEMA Regional Administrator
Governor Togiola Tulafono welcomed Region IX Administrator Ms. Nancy Ward at a press conference held this afternoon at the FEMA office in Tafuna.
11/12/09 Governor Togiola Expresses Appreciation to Air Force Band
Governor Togiola expressed his appreciation to the Air Force Band for helping American Samoa celebrate Veterans Day and especially for sharing their music and talent with our people during this time.
11/12/09 Governor Togiola Expresses Appreciation to Mr. Shigeru Ito of Toyota Tsusho South Pacific Holdings
Governor Togiola Tulafono today thanked Mr. Shigeru Ito for donating four Yamaha engines to the territory.
11/11/09 Gov. Togiola honors Veterans Day with tribute to service to US
Governor Togiola Tulafono today paid tribute to all Veterans who served in the US Armed Forces at the annual Veterans Day church service.
11/10/09 Governor Togiola Attends Coral Reef Meeting in Puerto Rico
Governor Togiola Tulafono attended the 22nd Meeting of the United States Coral Reef Task Force held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from October 31 – November 6, 2009.
11/06/09 Honoring the Victims of the Fort Hood Tragedy
Lt. Governor Faoa A. Sunia orders all flags in the Territory to be flown at half-mast beginning today and ending at sunset on November 10, 2009 in honor of the victims of the Fort Hood tragedy.
October 2009
10/29/09 Statement on Purpose of the National Emergency Grant for American Samoa
As a follow-up to Governor Tulafono’s announcement of the National Emergency Grant award from the U.S. Department of Labor last week,
the Office of the Governor is issuing the following statement regarding the purpose of the grant.
10/26/09 Governor Togiola Thanks Samoan Medical Relief Team from West Coast
Governor Togiola thanked a group of Samoan medical volunteers for traveling to the Territory to support and assist in our recovery efforts.
10/23/09 Governor Togiola Welcomes Chief of the U.S. States Army Reserve to the Territory
Governor Togiola welcomes Chief of the United States Army Reserve Lt. General Jack Stultz to the Territory.
10/23/09 Disaster Relief Center Help Line 633-3720 Established for Assistance
The Disaster Relief Center has established a Help Line to assist individuals answer questions regarding claims or available resources.
10/20/09 Governor Togiola Announces the National Emergency Grant of $24.8 Million Awarded by the Department of Labor to American Samoa
(UTULEI) – : Governor Togiola today announced the National Emergency Grant of $24,857,608 awarded by the Department of Labor to assist American Samoa’s clean-up and recovery efforts.
September 2009
President Obama Calls Governor Togiola to Expresses Deep Sympathy:
“Michelle and I send our condolences and our deepest sympathy to all the families of American Samoa who lost loved ones in the recent earthquake and tsunami”, said President Barack Obama to Governor Togiola this morning. He reassured the Governor of the support and assistance of the federal government. He also encouraged the Governor to call on him if we ever needed to.
09/29/09 8.3 Quake and Tsunami hits American Samoa; Gov. Togiola pleads for calm
At 6:48am today, September 29th, an earthquake measured at 8.3 on the Richter scale shook American Samoa, generating a destructive tsunami that hit the island of Tutuila at 7:14am causing widespread destruction.
09/28/09 Gov. Togiola asks Faleomavaega not to withdraw ASPIRE Bill
Governor Togiola Tulafono, in Honolulu for meetings, has written to Congressman Faleomavaega Eni not to withdraw the ASPIRE Bill that was recently introduced in the US Congress.
09/25/09 Gov. Togiola announces $1.3 million for Prevention Fa’asamoa coalitions
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced acceptance of all 12 funding proposals from SPF SIG community coalitions in the amount of $1,379,991.
09/17/09 Gov. Togiola opens American Samoa Constitutional Convention Review Office
Governor Togiola Tulafono today officially opened the American Samoa Constitutional Convention Review Office at the Lumana’i Building in Fagatogo.
09/15/09 Gov. Togiola introduces AS Smoke Free Environment Act
Governor Togiola Tulafono has introduced the American Samoa Smoke Free Environment Act, a bill for protection from second hand smoke in public places and at work.
09/10/09 Gov. Togiola breaks ground on ASTCA $4 million building in Tafuna
Governor Togiola Tulafono today broke ground on the American Samoa Telecommunications Authority $4 million building at the ASTCA compound in Tafuna.
09/10/09 Gov. Togiola announces $1.4 million HUD grant award
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced $1.4 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to address housing needs.
09/09/09 Gov. Togiola appoints Lefiti Atiulagi Falelauli’i Pese as Agriculture director
Governor Togiola Tulafono has appointed former Associate Judge Lefiti Atiulagi Falelauli’i Pese as Director of Agriculture.
09/08/09 Gov. Togiola receives $165,000 DOT grant for traffic safety
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced funds from the US Department of Transportation for enforcement of seat belt law.
09/04/09 Gov. Togiola tells Congressman Faleomavaega, ASPIRE bill ‘not adequately explained’
Governor Togiola Tulafono has written to Congressman Faleomavaega Eni that he cannot support proposed legislation --the American Samoa Protection of Industry, Resources and Employment-- or the ASPIRE bill, as proposed.
09/04/09 Gov. Togiola breaks ground for $750,000 Alofau Elementary School building
Governor Togiola Tulafono today broke ground for a new two story building at Alofau Elementary School.
09/03/09 Gov. Togiola and 500 students celebrate American Samoa Quarter launch
Governor Togiola Tulafono today launched the American Samoa Commemorative Quarter Dollar in a ceremony at Samoana Gymnasium in Utulei.
09/02/09 Gov. Togiola briefs Fono members at Rose Atoll National Marine Monument Intergovernmental Meeting
Governor Togiola Tulafono today joined the Rose Atoll National Marine Monument Intergovernmental Committee in discussions with Fono members on concerns about use of Rose Atoll.
August 2009
08/31/09 Gov. Togiola meets with Rose Atoll Monument Intergovernmental Committee
Governor Togiola Tulafono attended the Rose Atoll National Marine Monument Intergovernmental Committee meeting, which began today at Sadie’s By The Sea in Utulei.
08/27/09 Gov. Togiola mourns passing of Sen. Edward Kennedy; “invaluable contributions to his country”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today expressed the deepest sympathy of American Samoa on the passing of U.S. Senator Edward Kennedy on Tuesday, August 25th at the age of 77.
08/25/09 Governor Togiola announces $500,000 for DPS Highway Safety Office
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced the Highway Safety Office will receive a $500,000 grant from DOT for traffic records system.
08/25/09 Gov. Togiola opens Pacific Power Association meeting; “focus on practical help”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today opened the Pacific Power Association annual conference.
08/24/09 Gov. Togiola welcomes home Toa o Samoa; 48 soldiers return
Governor Togiola Tulafono today welcomed home Toa o Samoa who were deployed Kuwait.
08/19/09 Gov. Togiola announces $964,000 from NOAA for Coastal Zone Management
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced funding of $964,000 for the continued implementation and improvement of the American Samoa Coastal Zone Management Program (CZM).
08/19/09 Gov. Togiola extends deepest sympathy to family of Sgt Malaefou Mathew Heather; single car accident in Florida
Governor Togiola Tulafono today expressed his sincere condolences to the family of Sergeant Malaefou Mathew Heather of Leone who died in a car accident in Florida on Tuesday, August 18, 2009.
08/19/09 Gov. Togiola honors Sgt Vevesi Semu Jr; May God provide comfort
Governor Togiola Tulafono today expressed condolences to the family of Sergeant Vevesi Semu Jr., 35, who died in a drowning accident on August 9, 2009 Fort Hood, Texas.
08/18/09 Gov. Togiola pays tribute to Senator Liufau; a great American Samoan
Governor Togiola Tulafono today honored Senator Liufau Tanielu Sonoma Unutoa who passed away on August 3rd at age 60.
08/14/09 Gov. Togiola: “Obama administration awards American Samoa $7.4 million for State Energy Program”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced US Department of Energy $7.4million for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects awarded to American Samoa.
08/08/09 Gov. Togiola closes successful Samoan Heritage Week in Honolulu
Governor Togiola Tulafono today closed “Celebrating Our Samoan Heritage” Week in Honolulu saying the three strong pillars of Fa’asamoa – respect, sharing, and cooperation – holds the culture together.
08/03/09 Acting Gov. Fepulea’i to welcome US Rep. Rahall and House Natural Resources Committee on Tuesday
Acting Gov. Fepulea’i Afa Ripley Jr. will welcome Chairman Nick Rahall (D-WV) and delegation on Tuesday for an overnight visit.
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July 2009
07/29/09 Gov. Togiola opposes foreign tuna boats to fish in AS EEZ with no direct benefit to the Territory
Governor Togiola Tulafono has dispatched letters to D.C. to oppose initiative allowing foreign tuna boats to hold U.S. license to fish in American Samoa’s Exclusive Economic Zone.
07/28/09 Gov. Togiola and minimum wage petition enroute to nation’s capital
Governor Togiola Tulafono and the Territory’s top leaders to present to the White House the Petition signed by over 12,000 residents in hope for a more fair scheme.
07/14/09 Gov. Togiola asks President Obama to intervene on minimum wage issue
Governor Togiola Tulafono has written to President Barack Obama in request of a meeting to discuss the American Samoa minimum wage issue.
07/13/09 Gov. Togiola addresses Fono at opening of second regular session
Governor Togiola Tulafono “spoke of challenges brought to bear in more ways than ever have imagined.”
07/10/09 Gov. Togiola announces $60,000 grant for Gross Domestic Product development
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced technical assistance funds from DOI for DOC Statistics Division.
07/09/09 Gov. Togiola accepts invitation to speak at opening of Fono on Monday
Governor Togiola Tulafono has been invited by the Fono to address the opening of the Second Session of the 31st Legislature on July 13, 2009.
07/07/0 Gov. Togiola launches new era in technology; ASH Cable links American Samoa Hawaii and Samoa
Governor Togiola Tulafono and American Samoa Government partner eLandia today launched the undersea fiber optic cable.
07/03/09 Gov. Togiola set to inaugurate undersea fiber optic cable next Tuesday
Governor Togiola Tulafono will join partner eLandia on Tuesday, July 7th to launch the undersea fiber optic cable that will link American Samoa, Samoa and Hawaii.
07/01/09 Gov. Togiola announces $773,000 CIP funds for Tafuna Family Health Center
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced $773,000 grant from the US Department of Health and Human Services.
June 2009
06/19/09 Gov. Togiola: Happy Father’s Day to all Dads of American Samoa
Governor Togiola Tulafono today issued his annual greeting for all Dads in preparation for Father’s Day this Sunday, June 21st.
06/12/09 Gov. Togiola: “‘Fear of the Lord is the Beginning of Wisdom”; Vikings grad 137
Governor Togiola Tulafono today told Faga’itua High School graduates to “restrain your pride when it is hard to control.”
06/11/09 Gov. Togiola tells 179 LHS grads: “‘Patience Can Conquer Destiny’ if you have endurance and stamina”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today, as commencement speaker, told Leone High School graduates that events in their lives are predetermined, but still require hard work.
06/10/09 Gov. Togiola: “Dream of self governance by forefathers is deteriorating”; THS grad 282
Governor Togiola Tulafono told Tafuna High School graduates it is “time to reshape the dream” because American Samoa has become “less of a strategic asset to America.”
06/09/09 Gov. Togiola: “Flame you choose to keep alive all have common element, fuel”; Sharks grad 235
Governor Togiola Tulafono today told Samoana graduates ‘time to make good choices on good fuel that will keep the flame alive.’
06/08/09 Gov. Togiola: “Miracles comes with hard, honest work”; NPTHS grads 58
Governor Togiola Tulafono today was the commencement speaker at the graduation ceremony of Nu’uuli Poly Technical High School.
06/05/09 Gov. Togiola: Manu’a graduates, ‘interest is the key to life”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today traveled to Ta’u to attend the Manu’a High School graduation.
06/05/09 Gov. Togiola issues update on H1N1 flu; thank you for your support
Governor Togiola Tulafono today issued an update on the H1N1 Influenza from the Unified Health Command.
06/04/09 Gov. Togiola announces $1,000,000 for Tafuna Airport improvements
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced Port Administration awarded a million dollars from DOT for airport tarmac work.
06/01/09 Gov. Togiola at SPA graduation: “Plan to give back to your families and community”
Governor Togiola Tulafono, who returned to American Samoa Sunday night, told South Pacific Academy graduates today to “plan to give back.”
May 2009
05/28/09 Lt. Gov. Faoa accepts Fono request to postpone Special Session to June 22
Lieutenant Governor Faoa today postponed the Special Session a week later to have full participation of the Fono.
05/25/09 Lt. Gov. Faoa honors heroes at Memorial Day ceremony in Satala; “a gift”
Lieutenant Governor Faoa Sunia today paid tribute to veterans and loved ones at the annual American Samoa ceremony at Satala Cemetery.
05/24/09 Lt. Gov. Faoa: “You are vessels of spreading the Word”; Samoa Bible College
Lieutenant Governor Faoa Sunia today was the keynote speaker at graduation of Samoa Bible College – the Assembly of God theological school in Tafuna.
05/22/09 Lt. Gov. Faoa honors 31 Cohort graduates; “improving education has no end”
Lieutenant Governor Faoa Sunia today gave the Graduation Address at the Cohort Spring 2009 commencement exercise.
05/21/09 Lt. Gov. Faoa: “Be steadfast on your Christian values”; Manumalo graduates 6
Lieutenant Governor Faoa Sunia offered congratulations to 2009 grads of Manumalo Baptist High School.”
05/21/09 Gov. Togiola tells DC of impact of minimum wage mandate
Governor Togiola Tulafono today completed meetings in DC where he told Congressional leaders of the impact of the minimum wage mandate on American Samoa.
05/21/09 Gov. Togiola announces launch of American Samoa Quarter in late July
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced US Department of Treasury and US Mint will come to launch the American Samoa Quarter.
05/21/09 Gov. Togiola meets with Faleomavaega and Nikolao Pula in DC
Governor Togiola Tulafono today with Faleomavaega, Nikolao Pula, and Deputy Director of Labor Policy for House Committee on Education and Labor to ask for congressional for help.
05/20/09 Memorial Day Proclamation, Holiday and Moment of Remembrance
Lieutenant Governor Faoa Sunia has proclaimed Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2009 as a holiday. All government offices will be closed.
05/20/09 ROTC commissioning ceremony for 6 students; “a day of achievement”
Lieutenant Governor Faoa Sunia today joined in celebration at commissioning of six students through the ROTC program at ASCC.
05/20/09 Gov. Togiola has hectic schedule in DC; has met with Sen. Daniel Inouye
Governor Togiola Tulafono, in DC since Monday, today recapped busy schedule and meetings.
05/20/09 Gov. Togiola announces three big grants for Tafuna Health Center
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced Tafuna Family Health Center will receive $500,000 per year for the next five years from USDHHS – HRSA.
05/19/09 Lt. Gov. Faoa Sunia announces Memorial Day Service at Satala Cemetery
Lt. Gov. Faoa Sunia today announced the program for the annual Memorial Day Service at Satala Cemetery on Monday, May 25th, 7am.
05/16/09 Gov. Togiola’s trip to Kuwait is cancelled in Honolulu
Gov. Togiola Tulafono announced cancellation of Kuwait trip due to group clearance.
05/14/09 EAC tells Gov. Togiola $416 million needed to employ 1363 people
Governor Togiola Tulafono today received an Economic Advisory Council (EAC) paper that says $416 million is needed for programs that will employ 1363 people after canneries leave.
05/14/09 Gov. Togiola welcomes Honolulu Mayor Muliufi Hannemann; ASCC keynote speaker
Before departing the Territory tonight, Governor Togiola Tulafono welcomed Honolulu Mayor Muliufi “Mufi” Hannemann, who arrived at Pago Pago International Airport.
05/14/09 Gov. Togiola calls Fono special session for June 15th
Governor Togiola Tulafono today issued a call for the First Special Session of the Thirty-First Legislature on June 15th.
05/14/09 Gov. Togiola seeks Emergency Economic Dislocation Aid from DOI
Governor Togiola Tulafono today asked Interior Secretary Ken Salazar for Emergency Economic Dislocation Aid for American Samoa.
05/14/09 Governor Togiola departs tonight for Kuwait to visit troops
Governor Togiola Tulafono leaves for Kuwait to visit troops – will return May 31st.
05/13/09 Governor Togiola breaks ground on $1m TEO / OPAD combo building
Governor Togiola Tulafono today broke ground on the Office of Protection and Advocacy for the Disabled and Territorial Energy Office the new building in Tafuna
05/12/09 Gov. Togiola creates Task Force to prepare ASG for COS exit
Governor Togiola Tulafono today created the Cannery Closure Task Force to prepare the government for closure of Samoa Packing.
05/12/09 Gov. Togiola establishes Sexual Offender Registration Notification Act
Governor Togiola Tulafono today established the Sexual Offender Registration Notification Act (SORNA) Working Group and appointed nine members.
05/10/09 First Lady Mary Ann Tulafono honors mothers of the Territory; “Lalaga Fa’atasi”
First Lady Mary Ann Tulafono today was keynote speaker at the annual Mother’s Day Church Service, which was held this year at Seventh Day Adventist Church in Iakina, Ili’ili.
05/08/09 Gov. Togiola issues waiver for non-compliant vehicles landing in AS
Governor Togiola Tulafono today issued a narrow waiver for vehicles not in compliance with Executive Order 10A-2007that bans importation of vehicles more than 10 years old.
05/08/09 Gov. Togiola breaks ground on Veterans Memorial
Governor Togiola Tulafono broke ground for the AS Armed Forces Memorial in Tafuna.
05/08/09 Governor Togiola appoints Health Regulatory Board
Governor Togiola Tulafono today appointed the Health Regulatory Board with Dr. Tuiasina Laumoli as chairman.
05/08/09 Gov. Togiola’s Mom’s Day message, “Most Wonderful Creation of God”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today issued his annual Mother’s Day message to all the mothers of American Samoa.
05/07/09 Governor Togiola breaks ground on $365,000 Leone residential road
Governor Togiola Tulafono today broke ground on new 1500 foot, two-lane, concrete residential road in Lepuapua, Leone.
05/06/09 Governor Togiola opens Fagatogo to Pago Pago $8.6 million Main Road
Governor Togiola Tulafono today opened the Port to Pago Plaza main road section of the Route 1 Rehabilitation Project.
05/06/09 Gov. Togiola announces H1N1 flu health emergency preparedness plan at airport a big success
Governor Togiola Tulafono announced today the successful implementation of H1N1 Influenza health emergency preparedness plan at Pago Pago International Airport for Hawaiian Air flights.
05/05/09 Gov. Togiola proclaims May as Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month
Governor Togiola Tulafono today proclaimed month of May to honor contribution of Asian and Pacific Islanders.
05/05/09 Gov. Togiola pleased to announce American Samoa Vet Center in Tafuna
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced the opening of the American Samoa Veterans Center at old Army Reserve in Tafuna, next to PX.
05/01/09 Gov. Togiola says Samoa Packing closure is “unfortunate and painful”
Governor Togiola Tulafono announced today Samoa Packing will close down by end of September due to high labor cost.
05/01/09 Gov. Togiola proclaims state of public health emergency to confront Influenza
Governor Togiola Tulafono today proclaimed a state of public health emergency in American Samoa to protect the public’s health and safety from H1N1 Influenza.
April 2009
04/30/09 Gov. Togiola issues statement on Influenza virus; “action plans”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today said action plans will soon be implemented to curb the spread of the influenza virus into American Samoa.
04/29/09 Gov. Togiola visits USS Chehalis divers on barge off Oil Dock
Governor Togiola Tulafono today visited Pacific Strike Team - the divers assessing the condition and fuel load of the USS Chehalis, which burned, capsized and sank on October 7, 1949.
04/29/09 Gov. Togiola announces $1.3 million for CSBG stimulus
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced an ARRA fiscal year 2009 grant award of $1.3 million for Community Services Block Grant stimulus from the US Department of Health and Human Services.
04/27/09 Gov. Togiola meets with local officials on Swine Flu Virus, “Don’t Panic”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today met with Health, Hospital, Homeland Security, and Legal Affairs officials on strategies and precautionary measures regarding the Swine Flu Virus.
04/24/09 Gov. Togiola concerned of cannery changes, cutbacks, and possible closure
Governor Togiola Tulafono today said he has not been informed by StarKist Samoa or COS Samoa Packing of any imminent layoffs at the plants.
04/23/09 Gov. Togiola applauds SPC Joint Country Strategies approach
Governor Togiola Tulafono today said the Secretariat of the Pacific Community Joint Country Strategies helps American Samoa with local priorities.
04/22/0 Gov. Togiola announces $345,000 to support Highway Safety Programs
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has awarded American Samoa funding to support highway safety programs.
04/20/09 Gov. Togiola says Commission to lead in managing population growth
Governor Togiola Tulafono today said, if not managed now, population pressures in American Samoa will have harmful effects.
04/17/09 Gov. Togiola leads two-day celebration of 109th American Samoa Flag Day
Governor Togiola Tulafono today “reflected, assessed and reviewed the direction the Territory is heading” as part of his Flag Day address.
04/13/09 Gov. Togiola announces $100,000 Neighborhood Stabilization Program for abandoned homes
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced $100K from HUD to redevelop abandoned or idled homes.
04/07/09 Gov. Togiola receives $1 million from DOI for infrastructure and staff development
Governor Togiola Tulafono today received $1 million in technical grants for infrastructure from the Department of the Interior at the Business Opportunities Conference in Honolulu.
04/03/09 Gov. Togiola ready for Conference on Business Opportunities in the Islands
Governor Togiola Tulafono will join DBAS President Lolo M. Moliga and Commerce Director Faleseu Eliu Paopao at the opening of the Conference on Business Opportunities in the Islands on Monday in Honolulu.
March 2009
03/30/09 Lt. Gov. Faoa announces TWIC rule amended by US Homeland Security
Lieutenant Governor Faoa Sunia today was informed by US Department of Homeland Security rule regarding the Transportation Worker Identification Credential has been for American Samoa.
03/30/09 Lt. Gov. Faoa welcomes Sisters of Color Ending Sexual Assault (SCESA)
Lieutenant Governor Faoa Sunia today welcomed the National Organization of Sisters of Color Ending Sexual Assault to the Territory.
03/27/09 Lt. Gov. Faoa welcomes Vanuatu President Kalkot Mataskelekele
Vanuatu President Kalkot Mataskelekele paid a courtesy call on Lieutenant Governor Faoa Sunia today at the Office of the Governor.
03/26/09 Gov. Togiola travels to Honolulu for meetings; and business opp conference
Governor Togiola Tulafono will travel to Honolulu tonight for meetings and in preparation for the Department of the Interior's Conference on Business Opportunities in the Islands.
03/26/09 Governor Togiola meets with local agencies to improve tsunami preparedness
Governor Togiola Tulafono held various meetings this week with federal and local government officials on the Territory’s failure to implement emergency response plan for recent tsunami warning.
03/25/09 Gov. Togiola breaks ground on $155,000 Le’ala Road project in Taputimu
Governor Togiola Tulafono today broke ground on the Le’ala Road in Taputimu for stronger, safer and better roadways.
03/24/09 Gov. Togiola welcomes WesPac Regional Fishery Management Council
Governor Togiola Tulafono today opened the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council meeting, which is being held this week at Governor H. Rex Lee Auditorium (Fale Laumei) in Utulei.
03/21/09 Gov. Togiola implements Hybrid Vehicle Purchasing Policy, trucks to hybrids
Governor Togiola Tulafono has issued a General Memorandum to ensure immediate implementation of 2007 Executive Order on Climate Change.”
03/20/09 Gov. Togiola opens new Amaluia mountainside road; cost $215,000
Governor Togiola Tulafono today opened the Amaluia Village mountainside road that cost $215,000 to build.
03/20/09 Gov. Togiola swears in 8 directors, “commitment to do the best job possible”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today held a swearing in ceremony for eight directors that have been confirmed by the Fono.
03/19/09 Statement from Governor Togiola on tsunami warning
Governor Togiola Tulafono today released the following statement on the tsunami warning issued this morning by the U.S. Pacific Tsunami Warning Center.
03/19/09 Gov. Togiola to attend Conference on Business Opportunities in Honolulu, April 6-8
Governor Togiola Tulafono will join leaders of the American Pacific at the “2009 Conference on Business Opportunities in the Islands”, in Honolulu April 6-8, 2009.
03/18/09 Gov. Togiola breaks ground on $2.5 million Pava’ia’i intersection road project
Governor Togiola Tulafono today broke ground on the Pava’ia’i Intersection and Drainage Improvement Project that will cost $2.5 million.
03/18/09 Governor Togiola receives US Army Freedom Team Salute Commendation
Governor Togiola Tulafono today received a US Army Freedom Team Salute Commendation for supporting the Army and making a difference.
03/17/09 Governor Togiola announces approval of High Risk Corrective Action Plan by USDOE
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced that the US Department of Education (USDOE) has approved the Territory’s High Risk Payroll Corrective Action Plan (PCAP).
03/13/09 Governor Togiola pays tribute to PC Sen. Tuitele at state funeral service
Governor Togiola Tulafono today paid tribute to Paramount Chief – Senator Tuitele Fofo Tuitele at the state funeral service.
03/13/09 Governor Togiola announces $19m stimulus funding for weatherization and energy program
Governor Togiola Tulafono today received news from the White House of an increase in stimulus funding for energy programs.
03/12/09 Governor Togiola appoints Mauigoa, Fa’afiti, Tuiasina and Aoomalo as directors
Governor Togiola Tulafono today appointed directors of the Territorial Energy Office, Territorial Administration On Aging, Health and Agriculture.
03/09/09 Governor Togiola appoints Elvis Patea as District Court Judge
Governor Togiola Tulafono today appointed Mr. Elvis R. Pila Patea to the full time post of District Court Judge, and becomes the second full time District Court Judge.
03/06/09 Gov. Togiola launches recovery.americansamoa.gov; Stimulus website
Governor Togiola Tulafono today launched American Samoa’s official website devoted to Federal Stimulus Bill.
03/06/09 Gov. Togiola issues Executive Order to create Economic Stimulus Office
Governor Togiola Tulafono today issued an Executive Order to create the Economic Stimulus and Recovery Office that would maximize the Territory’s use of available stimulus funds.
03/04/09 Territorial governors ask President Obama for DOI to lead stimulus distribution
Governor Togiola Tulafono today, in a joint letter with territorial governors, wrote to President Barack Obama requesting Department of the Interior be lead agency in the distribution of stimulus funds.
03/03/09 Governor Togiola tours fiber optic cable laying ship, “we’re getting closer”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today joined territorial leaders and government officials on a tour of the ship that will lay the American Samoa-Hawaii fiber optic cable.
03/02/09 Governor Togiola mourns passing of Paramount Chief -Senator Tuitele Fofo Tuitele
Governor Togiola Tulafono expressed condolences on behalf of the Territory on the sudden passing of Paramount Chief Senator Tuitele Fofo Tuitele on Sunday, March 1, 2009.
February 2009
02/25/09 Gov. Togiola testifies at House Committee on Insular Affairs, Close-Up visit
Governor Togiola Tulafono today testified before the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Insular Affairs, Oceans and Wildlife.
02/25/09 Governor Togiola supports plans to help protect coral reefs
Governor Togiola Tulafono attended the US Coral Reef Task Force meeting today on how the Obama administration will address coral reef conservation.
02/24/09 Governor Togiola at Pacific Basin Development Council winter meeting
Governor Togiola Tulafono today attended the PBDC winter meeting in Washington DC.
02/24/09 Gov. Togiola meets with White House Interagency Group on Insular Areas
Governor Togiola Tulafono today joined Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar and territorial governors at the annual meeting of the White House Group on Insular Areas (IGIA).
02/23/09 Governor Togiola and nation’s governor address difficult economic times
National Governors Association meeting concluded today with talks on nation’s economic woes.
02/22/09 Governor Togiola at NGA and meets President Obama at White House
Governor Togiola Tulafono today took part in a standing committee meeting and also attended black-tie event at White House.
02/21/09 Gov. Togiola attends National Governors Association winter meeting
Governor Togiola Tulafono today attended the opening of the National Governors Association three-day meeting in Washington DC.
02/20/09 Governor Togiola meets with State Department & IT job help for wounded veterans
Governor Togiola Tulafono spent today (Friday) in meetings at the State Department, and with a former admiral on the VITAL employment program.
02/19/09 Governor Togiola meets with NOAA on Rose Atoll Monument
Governor Togiola Tulafono today met with the US Department of Commerce to express his thanks for the agencies support to American Samoa.
02/18/09 Governor Togiola briefed on American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Governor Togiola Tulafono today met with Senate and House Committee on Energy and Natural Resources senior staff on the Stimulus Bill and how it will impact American Samoa.
02/16/09 Governor Togiola arrives in Washington DC for two weeks of meetings
Governor Togiola Tulafono has arrived in Washington for two weeks of meetings.
02/06/09 Governor Togiola travels to Washington DC for annual meetings
Governor Togiola Tulafono departed the Territory today for annual meetings in Washington DC that includes the National Governors Association conference.
02/02/09 Governor Togiola proclaims Feb. 4th as Territorial Prayer Breakfast Day
Governor Togiola Tulafono has proclaimed this Wednesday, February 4, 2009 as Territorial Prayer Breakfast Day.
January 2009
01/20/09 Governor Togiola attends President Barack Obama’s inauguration
Governor Togiola Tulafono and First Lady Mary Ann Tulafono today attended the inauguration of President Barack Obama in Washington DC.
01/16/09 Governor Togiola today announced appointment of 11 directors
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced the appointment of eleven department directors.
01/15/09 Governor Togiola appoints new DHSS director
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced the appointment of Leilua Stevenson as director of the Department of Human and Social Services.
01/13/09 Governor Togiola today announced appointment of 8 more directors
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced the appointment of eight more department directors.
01/12/09 Governor Togiola presents State of the Territory Address to Fono
Governor Togiola Tulafono today gave his State of the Territory Address to a joint session of the 31st Legislature at the Fono Guest Fale in Fagatogo.
01/09/09 Gov. Togiola and Lt. Gov. Faoa join in celebration of second term
Governor Togiola Tulafono and Lieutenant Governor Faoa A. Sunia today joined in celebration for their second term in office at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Tafuna.
01/07/09 Governor Togiola appoints 7 new directors
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced the appointment of seven new directors for six government departments and an agency.
01/07/09 Gov. Togiola announces Inauguration program this Friday at Stadium
Governor Togiola Tulafono today invited the Territory to celebrate the gubernatorial inauguration this Friday at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Tafuna.
01/06/09 President Bush names Rose Atoll marine national monument
Governor Togiola Tulafono today announced President George W. Bush has named Rose Atoll a Marine National Monument.
01/05/09 Governor Togiola appoints Acting Directors for Departments & Agencies
Governor Togiola Tulafono, in General Memorandums dated January 2, 2009, has appointed the first set of Acting Directors for 24 departments and agencies.
December 2008
12/29/08 Gov. Togiola announces new 2009 American Samoa quarter coin design
Governor Togiola Tulafono announced today the American Samoa quarter is included in the six new twenty-five cent coins designs issued next year.
12/17/08 Gov. Togiola writes to Congress, supports Territory’s tax incentive package
Governor Togiola Tulafono has written to Congressional leaders to include American Samoa in any economic recovery legislation that is considered in the near future.
12/16/08 Gov. Togiola to open Territorial Christmas Program on Wednesday night
Governor Togiola Tulafono will officially open the three-night annual Territorial Christmas Program tomorrow night presented by the choirs of the ASG workforce.
12/12/08 Gov. Togiola meets again with Dongwon Chairman Kim and says ‘tofa’
Governor Togiola Tulafono met again yesterday with Dongwon Industries Chairman Jae Chul Kim before departing the Territory.
12/11/08 Christmas Day, Fri., Dec. 26th and New Year’s Day, government holidays
Governor Togiola Tulafono has declared Christmas Day, the day after --Friday, December 26th-- and New Year’s Day as government holidays in the Territory.
12/10/08 Gov. Togiola breaks ground for new $1 million DOE Central Office in Utulei
Governor Togiola Tulafono broke ground today for the new $1 million, two-story Department of Education Central Office building in Utulei to be completed by August 2009.
12/10/08 Gov. Togiola opens ASCC venture in Mapusaga, Le Bookstore
Governor Togiola Tulafono today opened the American Samoa Community College state-of-the-art bookstore in Mapusaga called Le Bookstore.
12/09/08 Gov. Togiola holds promotions, new hires and transfers until further notice
Governor Togiola Tulafono today issued a General Memorandum to hold all employment promotions, new hires and transfers until further notice.
12/09/08 Gov. Togiola meets with Dongwon Chairman Kim, “sustainability”
Governor Togiola Tulafono today met with Mr. Jae Chul Kim, Chairman and CEO of Dongwon Enterprise, the Korean fishery company which purchased StarKist from Del Monte Foods in November.
12/08/08 Gov. Togiola bans children’s toys with lead-based paint from China
Governor Togiola Tulafono today issued an executive order to ban the importation and sale of all toys from China that has been listed by US Consumer Product Safety Commission.
12/05/08 PC Satele Galu Teutusi sworn in today as Western District Governor
Paramount Chief Satele Galu Teutusi today was sworn in as Western District Governor to serve the remainder term of PC A.U. Fuimaono, who passed away this year on September 9th.
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