For immediate release: December 2, 2020 Press Release by: Alice L. Lee, Chair Maui County Council Virtual council inauguration to be held on Jan. 2 WAILUKU, Hawaii—The inauguration of the Maui County Council for the 2021-2023 term will take place on Jan. 2 at 10 a.m. via the BlueJeans online platform, Chair Alice L. […]
COUNCIL’S 3 MINUTES By: Tasha Kama Published in the Maui News November 28, 2020 As we reflect on Thanksgiving, the turkey, stuffing, gravy and, most important, fond memories with our loved ones, we have time to count our blessings and be grateful for the things we cherish most. Unfortunately, many people in our community are […]
November 23, 2020 Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact Jeff Gilbreath Executive Director Hawaiian Community Assets 808.587.7653 jeff@hawaiiancommunity.net Hawaiian Community Assets, Akakū Announce Series of Community Meetings to Inform Maui’s Comprehensive Affordable Housing Plan WAILUKU, HI – Maui nonprofits, Hawaiian Community Assets (HCA) and Akakū: Maui Community Media (Akakū), announced […]
For immediate release: November 20, 2020 Press Release by: Shane M. Sinenci, Chair Environmental, Agricultural and Cultural Preservation Committee Voters establish a county Department of Agriculture WAILUKU, Hawaii—Councilmember Shane M. Sinenci expressed his gratitude to Maui County voters today following passage of the charter amendment to establish a county Department of Agriculture at the […]
For immediate release: November 19, 2020 Press Release by: Yuki Lei Sugimura, Councilmember Maui County Council Sugimura introduces resolution urging the governor to extend the eviction moratorium into 2021 WAILUKU, Hawaii—Councilmember Yuki Lei Sugimura announced today a resolution urging the governor to extend the eviction moratorium into 2021 will be considered by the council […]
For immediate release: November 17, 2020 Press Release by: Michael J. Molina, Chair Governance, Ethics and Transparency Committee Vote on prosecuting attorney’s removal planned for Dec. 4 WAILUKU, Hawaii—Councilmember Michael J. Molina announced today the vote on the prosecuting attorney’s removal is planned for Dec. 4. A committee report issued by the Governance, […]
COUNCIL’S 3 MINUTES By: Tamara Paltin Published in the Maui News November 14, 2020 Our county thrives when leadership on all levels strives to bridge community divide. For those seeking to get more involved, there are various opportunities to stay engaged in Maui County government. Civil participation is key in moving forward. As we approach […]
COUNCIL’S 3 MINUTES By: Shane M. Sinenci Published in the Maui News October 24, 2020 This council has taken seriously our responsibility to listen to, learn from and support all communities within Maui County. We are continuing to use this approach with the Maui Island Water Use and Development Plan, or WUDP, an inventory of […]
COUNCIL’S 3 MINUTES By: Mike Molina Published in the Maui News October 10, 2020 In June, Mayor Victorino launched the program, “Kama’aina First,” encouraging businesses to provide discounts to residents for services, entertainment, products and restaurants via a one-stop website. Though it’s a well-intentioned gesture, the program has put the cart before the horse. I’m concerned this […]
For immediate release: October 9, 2020 Press Release by: Tamara Paltin, Chair Planning and Sustainable Land Use Maui County Council Committee to Hear Lāna‘i Planning Items WAILUKU, Hawai‘i—The Planning and Sustainability Land Use Committee will meet on Tuesday, October 13 at 4:30 p.m. via the BlueJeans online platform to discuss planning legislation specific to Lāna‘i. The committee will […]
