Maui News
Mayor Tavares signs new bill into law streamlining subdivision projects
Mayor Charmaine Tavares signed a new bill into law designed to streamline the subdivision process. Tavares says the measure is expected to expedite the return of hundreds in the construction trade back to work. The bill was introduced to the Maui County Council in September 2009 at the request of Tavares. It was designed to […]
3.7 magnitude quake shakes Big Island
Residents of the Big Island experienced a moderate tremor just before noon today. The Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency reports an earthquake measuring 3.7 in magnitude occurred at 11:52 a.m. Hawaii Standard Time. The quake was centered 5 miles SE of Pu’u O’o Crater, 24 miles S of Hilo, and 225 miles SE of Honolulu […]
Voter Registration Deadline, August 19, 2010
The deadline for new voters to register to vote in the upcoming Primary Election on September 18, is this Thursday, August 19, 2010. Completed voter registration forms must be turned in to the appropriate city/county clerk by 4:30 p.m. on August 19th or postmarked by 12 midnight if mailed. Wikiwiki Voter Registration forms are available […]
Meeting to discuss draft Habitat Conservation Plan for Haleakala Solar Telescope, August 23
The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) will hold a public hearing to receive testimony on the draft “Habitat Conservation Plan for the Construction of the Advanced Technology Solar Telescope at the Haleakala High Altitude Observatory Site Maui, Hawai‘i.” The public hearing will be at 7 p.m. on […]
VIDEO: Keeaumoku Kapu West Maui Council Candidate Profile, Decision 2010 MauiNOW.com
Keeaumoku Kapu, 2010 candidate for West Maui Council, Transcript: Introduction: My name is Jonah Keeaumoku Kapu. I live in Kauaula Valley in Lahaina on lands that are kuleana lands, that were passed down from generations from the crown all the way to today. One of the key issues–because my whole life has a lot to do […]
Maui Mayoral candidate Kahoohalahala among those endorsed by Sierra Club
The Hawaii Chapter of the Sierra Club is endorsing Maui County Council Member Sol Kaho’ohalahala in his bid for mayor. The endorsement was one on a list of 54 candidate endorsements released by the 6,000 member environmental grassroots group today. “Candidates endorsed by the Sierra Club will help to protect Hawaii’s clean water, special places, […]
Haleakala reports high numbers of yellowjacket wasps
High numbers of Western Yellowjacket wasps are currently occurring at Haleakalā National Park. Yellowjacket numbers typically increase during the late summer and persist through October. Resource managers are actively controlling yellowjackets in heavily visited areas. However, wasps are still swarming. Areas where yellowjacket numbers are extremely high are at the base of Sliding Sands trail […]
1200 gallons of wastewater overflows in Lahaina, Maui
A 1,200 gallon wastewater spill was reported Monday night in Lahaina on Maui. The overflow was reported at 7 p.m. when rags and debris blocked flow in a mainline. Wastewater flowed from a manhole on the corner of Lahainaluna Road and Paunau Place, along the roadway, and into a storm drain. The flow continued to […]
Maui Real Property Tax bills for first half of year due August 23
The County of Maui Real Property Tax Division issued a reminder to property owners today that real property taxes are due Monday, August 23, 2010 for the first installment of fiscal year 2010-2011. The deadline set by the Maui County Code is August 20; however, that day falls on the observed holiday for Statehood Day. […]
Hawaii based soldier killed in Iraq
A Hawaii-based soldier was killed over the weekend from wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his vehicle with grenades. The incident was reported in Ba Qubah, Iraq on Sunday, August 15. The Department of Defense identified the soldier as Spc. Jamal M. Rhett, 24, of Palmyra, N.J. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 21st Infantry […]
Deadline today for testimony on Maui Plastic Bag Ban, August 17
Maui’s plastic bag ordinance is the subject of a public hearing today in Wailuku. Officials from the Department of Environmental Management will discuss proposed administrative rules that outline what types of bags are permissible and guidelines for compliance. Maui’s plastic bag ban is set to go into effect on January 11, 2011, prohibiting businesses from […]
Roi Roundup rids Maui waters of 271 invasive fish
A total of 271 invasive fish were caught over the weekend in the annual Roi Roundup diving tournament on Maui. That translates to nearly 39,600 native fish potentially saved, since each roi or peacock grouper can consume an average of 146 fish per year. Seventy-four divers on 37 teams competed in the tournament, in which […]
OHA hosts Molokai meeting on Wednesday August 18
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs will host a public meeting on Molokai on Wednesday, August 18, 2010. The neighborhood meeting is among a series held once a year in various communities across the state. They are designed to provide information on OHA’s latest programs and activities, and to hear back from OHA beneficiaries. The Molokai […]
Mayor Tavares and Council Member Pontanilla to hold public meeting on Sign Ordinance
Mayor Charmaine Tavares and Council Member Joe Pontanilla will host a public meeting to gather input and discuss existing laws that affect commercial signs. Particular attention will be paid to regulations that apply to painted promotional signage placed on store windows. Some Maui merchants plan to propose a revision of the county sign code so […]
Hawaii farmers get federal help for crop damage caused by volcanic emissions
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated Hawaii County in Hawaii as a natural disaster area due to losses caused by volcanic emissions that began Jan. 1, 2010. “President Obama and I understand these conditions caused severe damage to the cut flower and fresh produce industry, and we want to help,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom […]
Master plan update prepared for Maui Research and Technology Park
An environmental impact statement preparation notice has been filed for the Maui Research and Technology Park master plan update. The idea for the facility was conceived in the 1980s to diversify the economic and employment base on Maui beyond tourism and agriculture. The current park employs about 400 people on 432 acres and is only […]
Scientist brings patented 3-D filmmaking technology to Maui
A Maui-based scientist is hoping to put Maui on the map in the world of 3D filmmaking. Dr. Gary Greenberg launched a new business venture that uses a patented Edge 3D microscope to produce real-time motion 3D movies. Dr. Greenberg said the device offers a cost savings option for filmmakers who use the more expensive […]
Gay marriage group plans Maui demonstrations
A group of gay marriage supporters on Maui plan to hold a demonstration today and tomorrow afternoon outside the Federal Courthouse on High Street in Wailuku. The demonstration is being planned around the U.S. 9th Circuit Judicial Conference being held on Maui this week. Event organizers hope to remind visiting judges of the group’s stance […]
Haleakala National Park takes extra precautions against fire dangers
Dry weather on Maui has Haleakala National Park officials taking extra precautions. Due to high fire dangers, rangers at Haleakala National Park are discouraging any open fires at the Hosmer Grove Campground until further notice. Visitors are being educated about the current fire dangers caused by Maui’s prolonged drought and are asked to cook their […]
Two new replacement water tanks planned for Omaopio in Kula, Maui
By Wendy Osher The County of Maui Department of Water Supply is proposing to construct two new replacement water tanks along Omaopio Road in Kula. Currently, residents living along the road have a limited storage capacity of potable water for their domestic and agricultural use. In addition to increasing storage capacity, the project is also […]
