Maui News
Maui Public Health Rules to be Revised in Accordance with Ige’s Executive Order
Restaurants, bars and gyms with requirements for patrons to provide proof of vaccination and/or a negative COVID test within 48 hours, may operate up to full capacity. This consent is contingent upon social distancing and mask requirements remaining in place.
Palikū Wilderness Cabin Reservations to Open 7 Days Per Week Beginning Nov. 8
The Palikū wilderness cabin reservations will be available seven days per week on Recreation.gov beginning Nov. 8, 2021 between 7 and 7:30 a.m. Hawaiʻi Standard Time. Due to ongoing drought and water shortages, the remote Palikū wilderness cabin reservations were temporarily limited to Friday-Sunday only.
Nov. 3, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 176 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 3 Deaths
There were 176 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Wednesday, including 13 on Maui. There were also three new COVID-19 deaths reported in Hawai‘i.
Governor Ige to Participate in COP26 Climate Conference
Gov. Ige is scheduled to participate in about 10 events over six days. They include panel discussions and speaking engagements at a variety of COP26 events such as Mobilizing Global State and Regional Leadership on Net Zero Ambition. Gov. Ige will also be sharing Hawaiʻi’s success with the Hawaiʻi Clean Energy Initiative – achieving 100% renewable energy by 2045.
Nov. 2, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 38 New Cases in Hawai‘i
There were 38 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Tuesday. The latest data represents a total of 1,641 “active” cases statewide over two weeks. Maui County’s seven day average of cases peaked at 57.6 per 100,000 on Aug. 25, and has been on a steady decline since the beginning of September, dropping to 8.9 per 100,000 today.
Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Authorized for Children Ages 5-11
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is authorizing certified vaccination providers to administer Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for children age 5-11 immediately. This authorization is consistent with recommendations made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday.
Starting Nov. 12: Eased Restrictions Outdoors at High Risk Businesses; Capacity Indoors Dependent Upon County Policy
Regarding capacity for indoor high risk activities such as restaurants, bars, and social establishments, indoor capacity is set at 50%, unless the county implements a policy requiring vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result within 48 hours, in which case, there will be no capacity limits. This does include gyms, as well as bars, restaurants, and social establishments.
Maui County Farm Bureau Announces 2021 Awards
This year’s winners are “Member of the Year,” Heidi Watanabe; “Farm Family of the Year,” the Hegele Family; and Mike Lyons Award, Hawaiian Electric Company.
Hawaiʻi Welcomes International Travel Under New Federal Requirements, Starting Nov. 8
The State of Hawaiʻi will welcome international travelers under the new federal requirements starting next Monday, Nov. 8, 2021.
$6,233 Raised for Breast Cancer Research at Play for Pink Day at Kapalua, Maui
In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Kapalua Golf held a fundraising outing on Oct. 21, on the Bay Course in Kapalua. The event raised and donated $6,233 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and Play for P.I.N.K.
UH Maui College Students Planning Mission to the Moon for Small Satellites
Four University of Hawai‘i Maui College students are planning a mission to the Moon…via small satellites called LunaSats.
Plaintiffs Sue Maui County and Mayor for “Houseless Sweeps” at ‘Āmala Place
A lawsuit has been filed against the mayor and County of Maui arguing that the seizure of houseless peoples’ shelters and belongings at ‘Āmala Place near Kanahā Beach Park without first providing a hearing “violated their constitutional rights.”
Hawai‘i Wildlife Discovery Center Now Open at Whalers Village
The Hawai‘i Wildlife Discovery Center has more than 30 exhibits about Hawaiʻi’s undersea life, whaling era, cultural values, and conservation work with contributions from several partners, including the nonprofit Will Smith Foundation that sponsored the Immersive Experience, one of the highlights of the Discovery Center. The six-minute video is screened on three walls with only the sounds from ocean animals and waves rushing to shore.
Navy’s 2020 Fuel Leak on O’ahu Sparks Action by Hawai’i Congressional Delegation
Hawai’i’s four-member US Congressional delegation today sent a letter to Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro requesting the Navy provide more information on the March 2020 fuel leak near Hotel Pier at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam on O’ahu.
Legislation Proposes Limits on Transient Accommodations on Maui
Bills on vacation rentals in apartment districts and new hotels on Maui will be heard on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021.
Maui County Transient Accommodations Tax Now in Effect
The Maui County Council unanimously passed Bill 101 last month– that creates a 3% transient accommodations tax in Maui County.
Governor Ige extends disaster relief period for Maui, Kauaʻi storm
Governor David Ige issued a fifth proclamation related to heavy rains that caused major flooding, landslides and fear of dam failure in March 2021.
Maui Arbor Day Celebration Includes 1,000 Tree Giveaway
To celebrate Arbor Day, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens in Kahului is giving away 1000 trees to Maui residents Nov. 2-6, with registration required.
Maui’s Second Circuit Chief Judge Richard Bissen, Jr. Honored as Jurist of the Year
Second Circuit Chief Judge Richard T. Bissen, Jr. of Maui and First Circuit Court Judge Paul B.K. Wong received the 2021 Jurist of the Year Award on Oct. 29 from Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald.
Public Electrical Vehicle Charging Network Could Expand, and with Lower Rates
Hawaiian Electric has asked the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to approve its proposed Public Electric Vehicle Charger Expansion Project, which would install and operate about 300 more charging stations at roughly 75 sites, and with lower rates, as part of the company’s ongoing effort to help Hawai‘i achieve its decarbonization goals.
