Springing into summer By Tasha Kama Summer is fast upon us, and the month of May was filled with tears of joy and moments to last a lifetime. Our graduates are off to new adventures, our little ones have wrapped up their last days for the school year, and the Maui County Council completed its […]
For Immediate Release: Press Release by: Keani Rawlins-Fernandez, Councilmember Maui County Council media@mauicounty.us Council to consider resolution to oppose construction of another telescope facility on Haleakalā WAILUKU, Hawaiʻi (June 3, 2024)—Councilmember Keani Rawlins-Fernandez announced today that the Maui County Council will consider Resolution 24-103 opposing construction of the proposed Air Force Maui Optical and Supercomputing […]
For Immediate Release: Press Release by: Alice L. Lee, Chair Maui County Council media@mauicounty.us Council announces schedule for meetings throughout June WAILUKU, Hawaiʻi (May 30, 2024)—The Maui County Council will hold two special council meetings Wednesday, at 1:30 p.m. to finalize the fiscal year 2025 budget and at 3 p.m. to consider a resolution on […]
Celebrating diversity in Maui County By Nohelani Uʻu-Hodgins During May, the United States observes Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. For more than 30 years, this annual observance has provided a platform to amplify the voices of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders throughout the nation while highlighting their achievements and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
