Guam Mayors Plan Workshop on Sports Tourism and Event Permits with GHRA
September 04, 2025 | Mayor’s Council of Guam, Agencies, Executive , Guam
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The Mayors' Council of Guam convened for its monthly regular meeting on September 4, 2025, focusing on key initiatives in sports tourism and community engagement. The meeting began with a roll call confirming a quorum of 16 members, ensuring compliance with open government laws.
A significant portion of the discussion centered around sports tourism, with emphasis on collaboration between the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association (GHRA) and the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB). Participants highlighted the importance of leveraging local sports events to attract visitors from neighboring islands, such as Saipan, Tinian, and Rota. The GHRA noted its role in organizing competitive golf tournaments and expressed optimism about expanding sports tourism initiatives.
The conversation also touched on the need for partnerships to enhance the use of facilities, particularly at venues like Leo Palace, which has recently undergone renovations. The venue's management is actively seeking collaborations with sports federations and leagues to optimize the use of its extensive grounds for training and events. This cooperative approach aims to address the challenges posed by slow tourism recovery and to maintain facilities effectively.
In addition to sports tourism, the council discussed plans for a workshop aimed at improving event permitting processes for mayors and their staff. The workshop, to be organized in collaboration with GHRA, will provide essential templates and guidance on licensing for special events. It is intended to enhance participation in community events, such as the revival of the Taste Guam festival, which will feature local booths and activities.
The meeting concluded with a commitment to finalize the workshop details within the month, ensuring that mayors and their representatives are equipped with the necessary knowledge and resources to facilitate community engagement and tourism initiatives. The council's proactive approach reflects a collective effort to revitalize Guam's tourism sector and strengthen local partnerships.
A significant portion of the discussion centered around sports tourism, with emphasis on collaboration between the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association (GHRA) and the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB). Participants highlighted the importance of leveraging local sports events to attract visitors from neighboring islands, such as Saipan, Tinian, and Rota. The GHRA noted its role in organizing competitive golf tournaments and expressed optimism about expanding sports tourism initiatives.
The conversation also touched on the need for partnerships to enhance the use of facilities, particularly at venues like Leo Palace, which has recently undergone renovations. The venue's management is actively seeking collaborations with sports federations and leagues to optimize the use of its extensive grounds for training and events. This cooperative approach aims to address the challenges posed by slow tourism recovery and to maintain facilities effectively.
In addition to sports tourism, the council discussed plans for a workshop aimed at improving event permitting processes for mayors and their staff. The workshop, to be organized in collaboration with GHRA, will provide essential templates and guidance on licensing for special events. It is intended to enhance participation in community events, such as the revival of the Taste Guam festival, which will feature local booths and activities.
The meeting concluded with a commitment to finalize the workshop details within the month, ensuring that mayors and their representatives are equipped with the necessary knowledge and resources to facilitate community engagement and tourism initiatives. The council's proactive approach reflects a collective effort to revitalize Guam's tourism sector and strengthen local partnerships.
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