His office, he said, will establish a tourism task force whose members wi ll come from the public and private sectors, to develop tourist sites.
Flores wants roads leading to historic and most frequented tourist sites more accessible.
“I pledge to use my limited resources in supporting and promoting tourism in every possible way,” he said, during the membership meeting of HANMI.
His program, Flores said, will include the establishment of an eco-tourism trail in the Laulau area.
He is also considering the construction of a plant nursery and a learning center next to the Chalan Kanoa Post Office.
A Chamolinian Village will be established in Kagman, he said.
He reiterated his intention to implement the stray dog control program which, he said, has secured over $160,000 in funding.
The rules and regulations have also been promulgated, and dog licenses or tags have already been procured, he added.
He said his office has assumed responsibility for removing animal carcasses from the island’s roads and highways.
Flores said his office and the Department of Public Lands are now working on the Lower Base location for the animal shelter.
“Once the designation is finalized my office will immediately begin the construction of the animal shelter,” he added.
During the construction phase, he said, his office will train personnel in the proper handling of dogs.
“I would be remiss if I fail to mention that my office is working closely with the Pet Assistance and Welfare Services, and Judge David Wiseman,” he said.
He applauded PAWS and Wiseman for their contributions, assistance and involvement in a “long overdue endeavor.”
Flores said he himself has been a victim of a dog attack.
“With the public’s support I will do everything in my power to realize the full implementation of the stray dog control program. We can achieve this — let’s make it happen,” he added.
