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Maui Chamber of Commerce launches economic impact survey for Lahaina Harbor commercial boating community
The Maui Chamber of Commerce has launched an economic impact survey to gather critical information needed for the rebuilding of Lahaina Harbor.
Gov. Green signs environmental and responsible tourism legislation
Gov. Josh Green signed into law Monday bills aimed at expanding the state’s efforts to preserve Hawai‘i’s natural resources and fostering sustainable tourism practices. However, one of the bills, House Bill 2475, is unpopular with commercial ocean activity operators.
Emotions run high as hundreds attend virtual meeting for update on West Maui boating
More than 450 people attended a virtual community meeting on Tuesday to get updates on the status of West Maui’s commercial and recreational vessel activities.
Out of the 99 moorings at Lahaina Harbor, a row of 13 boats appears largely unscathed
“Most of the 13 boats, as well as the pier they’re tied to, appear to be largely untouched by the flames of Aug. 8,” according to the state Department of Land and Natural Resources. “One boat, the Reel Luckey, the last name of its owners, is a metaphor for the line of white vessels, still afloat in stark contrast to the blackened landscape, buildings, and harbor structures.”
