For Immediate Release: Press Release by: Gabe Johnson, Chair Agriculture, Diversification, Environment and Public Transportation Committee media@mauicounty.us Council committee to receive presentation on draft of first official wetland map WAILUKU, Hawaiʻi (May 10, 2024)—A draft of Maui County’s first official wetland map will be presented to the Agriculture, Diversification, Environment and Public Transportation Committee by […]
Opening more discussion on the proposed water source agreement in Kula By Yuki Lei K. Sugimura An abundant source of clean water is needed in Upcountry Maui to support on-island agriculture, reliable residential use and fire prevention and suppression. As the county continues its post-disaster mitigation efforts, the ability to provide and access water will […]
May 3, 2024: On behalf of the Maui County Council, the Office of Council Services (“OCS”) seeks to engage the services of a qualified Contractor for Digital Imaging Services.
For Immediate Release: Press release by: Gabe Johnson, Councilmember Maui County Council media@mauicounty.us Councilmember Johnson acknowledges National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the contributions of nonprofit partners and the need for adequate social services funding WAILUKU, Hawaiʻi (April 19, 2024)—Councilmember Gabe Johnson introduced a ceremonial resolution that was unanimously adopted at today’s council meeting recognizing April […]
Sustainable water stewardship through the East Maui Water Authority By Shane M. Sinenci When I took office five years ago, one of my first goals was to address our uncertain water future. Our communities have been left out of watershed planning and forced to navigate the privatization of our local water and the effects of […]
For Immediate Release: Press release by: Tom Cook, Councilmember Maui County Council media@mauicounty.us Council passes bill for Kūlanihākoʻi Gulch sediment removal KĪHEI, Hawaiʻi (April 5, 2024)—Councilmember Tom Cook applauded the Maui County Council’s passage today of a bill to authorize the county to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with the federal government to support a […]
For Immediate Release: Press release by: Tom Cook, Chair Water and Infrastructure Committee media@mauicounty.us Councilmember Cook: Upcountry water agreement requires further review WAILUKU, Hawaiʻi (April 4, 2024)—Councilmember Tom Cook announced that he will request further committee review of a resolution approving a water-delivery agreement with Free Market Ventures for Upcountry Maui at tomorrow’s 9 a.m. […]
Maui on the comeback trail By Tom Cook Planning for Lahaina’s reconstruction is top of mind for both Maui residents and the Maui County Council. Many tough decisions lie ahead, but Maui County continues to demonstrate resilience. We are fortunate to have numerous dedicated partners in the rebuilding effort. The county has been working with […]
For Immediate Release: Press release by: Yuki Lei K. Sugimura, Chair Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee media@mauicounty.us Evening budget meetings planned throughout the county next month WAILUKU, Hawaiʻi (March 27, 2024)—The Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee will hold evening budget meetings in council residency areas April 1-16 to receive community input on the […]
For Immediate Release: Press Release by: Shane M. Sinenci, Councilmember Maui County Council media@mauicounty.us Councilmember Sinenci announces job opening for East Maui Water Authority director HĀNA, Hawaiʻi (March 25, 2024)—Councilmember Shane M. Sinenci announced today that the East Maui Regional Community Board is accepting applications through April 9 for the first East Maui Water Authority […]
