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Today, following months of good faith negotiations, the County signed a Term Sheet with key participants in the lawsuits arising out of the tragic Maui wildfires of August 8, 2023. The agreement outlines the framework for a global settlement that would resolve claims and disputes related to the fires that devastated Lahaina and other communities on the island. 

The County of Maui today announced it has come to a resolution on the Hawaiʻi Wildlife lawsuit involving operation of the Lahaina Wastewater Reclamation Facility. County officials say they will not appeal Judge Susan Oki Mollway’s decision.

AG’s Office: “This review failed to demonstrate that Wong was engaged in an act of domestic violence pursuant to the laws of the State of Hawaiʻi.”

Wong was arrested early Saturday, March 9, by police at a residence in Wailuku. He was charged with abuse of a household member and has since posted bail.

According to Victorino, more than 300 applications were received, including more than 100 applications for directorship and deputy director positions.

“He served with distinction taking on every task asked of him by the Prosecuting Attorney. He had a keen sense of justice, he was a dedicated public servant, and he did not suffer fools. He had strong opinions formed by values taught to him by his family. We will greatly miss his opinions and laughter.”