#kuleana lands

Hydrologists explain that interim instream flow standards are aimed at equitable use of water

Essentially interim instream flow standards reduce the use of water for non-instream uses, particularly under low-flow conditions. “We really seek to prioritize public trust uses over non-public trust uses and IIFS are one tool that helps us do that,” state hydrologists said.

Waiehu land dispute lingers as ʻohana group begins retrieval of removed items from MEO

More than a dozen people involved in a Waiehu land dispute with nonprofit Maui Economic Opportunity, showed up at the organization’s Puʻunēnē baseyard Friday to retrieve items removed last week from the subject property.

Charges Dropped Against Five Women Arrested in Demonstration at West Maui Site

Charges have reportedly been dropped against five Lahaina women who were arrested last month for refusing to leave a construction site in West Maui. 

Day 3: Mayor Seeks Resolution Amid Land Dispute at West Maui Construction Site

In response to the group’s call for intervention, officials with the Mayor’s office provided a statement to Maui Now on Wednesday evening saying, “Mayor Victorino is aware of the situation and investigating the issues involved in this matter. Meanwhile, he’s working toward achieving a resolution that respects and protects Native Hawaiian cultural and archaeological resources.”

OHA Hosts Maui Kuleana Lands & Genealogy Workshop

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs hosts and exclusive workshop on Kuleana Lands and Genealogy on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017 on Maui.

Exemption Sought on holders of Kuleana Lands with Appurtenant Water Rights

The House Committee on Hawaiian Affairs passed advanced a bill that seeks an exemption for owners of kuleana lands from paying taxes and fees for their water.