#kalaupapa settlement

Bills envision return of Kalaupapa to Maui County

Companion House and Senate bills make way for the eventual return of Kalaupapa Settlement on Molokaʻi with the rest of Maui County, but after a transparent and extensive public outreach process.

Sen. DeCoite announces nearly $100M secured in state budget for Maui Nui

Nearly $100 million in capital improvement projects and grant-in-aid appropriations were included for Maui Nui in the final version of the state budget that was voted on in conference committee earlier in the week.  

Charter Commission Adopts 6 Proposals, Including Abolition of Maui Planning Commission

After hearing nearly two hours of public testimony at a virtual meeting Oct. 21, the Maui Charter Commission adopted six charter amendment proposals, which if approved by voters in 2022, will significantly alter how the County Planning Department functions.  

Charter Commission Adopts Proposal To Establish Independent Nomination Board

At last Thursday’s Maui County Charter Commission meeting, proposals were adopted that would significantly change the selection process and requirements for people serving on County boards and commissions.

Sen. English Statement on Passing of Kalaupapa Resident Clarence “Boogie” Kahilihiwa

Family, friends and community members are mourning the loss of Kalaupapa resident, Clarence “Boogie” Kahilihiwa who reportedly died at the age of 79.

Siren Testing at Kalaupapa Settlement, June 15

Siren testing is scheduled for the Kalaupapa Settlement and National Historical Park on Molokaʻi from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, June 15, 2016.