Development

New Developments Possible For Am. Samoa’s Manu’a Islands
Agricultural, transportation strategies considered

By Fili Sagapolutele

This document assesses the economic status of the Pacific Islands and identifies opportunities for growth and development.

To summarize the Growth Experience of developing countries over 25 years in order to inform Growth and Development Strategies in the South Pacific.

Excerpt from HUD Programs and Funding in Insular Areas, presented at the 2012 IGIA :

2. Funding levels in FY 2010 - FY 2012
a. Office of Public and Indian Housing
i. Public Housing
1. There are no public housing projects in American Samoa. American Samoa has inquired about becoming a PHA, but does not have the funding for Public to start the program.

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ii. Section 8
1. Housing Choice Voucher
a. There are no Section 8 HCV or HUD Multifamily Housing units in the American Samoa.