#Alan Arakawa
From trucking to technocrat: How did former Maui official Keith Regan land in state’s second-highest post?
The 54-year-old said his passion is public service, but he does not plan to run for the permanent lieutenant governor post in Hawai’i, saying he is more of an operations guy than a politician.
Kahului’s Beth Montalovo inducted into USTA Hawaiʻi Pacific Hall of Fame
The USTA Hawaiʻi Pacific Section has inducted Beth Montalvo (formerly Beth Arnoult) into its Hall of Fame, honoring her with the Outstanding Player Award for her achievements in wheelchair tennis with considerations of sportsmanship and character.
Deep sadness: Council Member Tasha Kama dies Sunday night
Maui County Council Member Tasha Kama died at 9:25 p.m. Sunday, surrounded by her loved ones, according to a family statement posted on the Kahului council member’s Facebook page. She was 73.
Former mayor, kalo farmers selected for new board to steward water in East Maui
East Maui Council member Sinenci said the passage of this charter amendment returns the stewardship of the East Maui watersheds toward local residents of East Maui, “residents who have often sacrificed their lives maintaining this system, and who had to idly watch as their life suffered from a lack of water.”
Lottery Drawing Held for Kahului Lani Phase 1
A lottery drawing was recently held for applications of the Kahului Lani Phase I, senior affordable rental complex on Maui. More than 400 applications were received during August 12 and 30, 2019. The target move-in date is February 2020.
Maui’s 2nd Vehicle Registration Kiosk Opens at Kīhei Safeway
The Department of Finance has installed a second self-serve kiosk on Maui, this one at the Kīhei Safeway store in the Piʻilani Shopping Center.
Ask the Mayor: What’s Being Done About Aggressive Sales People in Lahaina?
“The individuals that work at the cosmetic stores on Front Street in Lahaina routinely stand in the middle of the sidewalk…”
Ask the Mayor: Delayed Repairs Resulting in Wasted Water
“The County always runs public service announcements about wasting water yet they cannot repair a leak in a timely manner.”
Ask the Mayor: Are Tazers Legal in Hawai‘i?
“Is it legal for Hawaiʻi residents to carry Tasers and/or stun guns for self defense? If this is legal, where can we purchase them?”
Maui’s Newest Affordable Housing Complex Breaks Ground
A light mist helped usher in a blessing at the site of Maui’s newest affordable housing complex in Central Maui today.
Ask the Mayor: What’s the Latest Plans for Wells Park?
“There were a lot of meetings about the changes at Wells Park but I haven’t heard anything lately. What’s going on?”
Ask the Mayor: What’s the County’s Noise Law?
If you plan on calling the company up make sure you review our noise laws first, check out this Noise Reference Manual from the State Department of Health
Ask the Mayor: What’s the Next Affordable Housing Project on Maui?
Probably the most recent affordable housing project coming up will be Catholic Charities’ 165-unit senior affordable rental housing, called Kahului Lani.
Ask the Mayor: Please Explain the B&B “500 Foot Rule”
“Can you please explain what the 500 foot rule for short term rentals, B&B’s and other vacation housing really means?”
Ask the Mayor: Paratransit Client Upset with Service
“The county needs to hire more drivers who can replace the sick drivers, so our persons with disabilities do not have to suffer any more.”
Tourism Industry Strategic Plan Goes into Effect
Maui’s 10-year Tourism Industry Strategic Plan, developed by the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development in partnership with the Maui Visitors Bureau will go into effect.
Maui County to Sell Highly Rated GO Bonds
The County of Maui plans to issue $109 million in its highly rated General Obligation Bonds. Bonds will refund outstanding loans and partially reimburse the county General Fund.
Ask the Mayor: What’s The Laws on Nude Sunbathing?
“Some people have asked whether they should take a picture of the nude sunbather with their cell phones as evidence for police when they arrive…”
Ask the Mayor: How Do I Volunteer for Tropic Care?
“I read about Tropic Care. As a medical professional I’d like to offer my services to the military if they need an extra hand. Where do I go to sign up?”
New Maui Deputy Water Director Appointed
Mayor Alan Arakawa today announced that he has appointed Shayne Agawa as the new Deputy Director of the Department of Water Supply, effective July 17, 2018.
