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Maui’s 2nd Vehicle Registration Kiosk Opens at Kīhei Safeway
The Department of Finance has installed a second self-serve kiosk on Maui, this one at the Kīhei Safeway store in the Piʻilani Shopping Center.
Ask the Mayor: What’s Being Done About Aggressive Sales People in Lahaina?
“The individuals that work at the cosmetic stores on Front Street in Lahaina routinely stand in the middle of the sidewalk…”
Ask the Mayor: Delayed Repairs Resulting in Wasted Water
“The County always runs public service announcements about wasting water yet they cannot repair a leak in a timely manner.”
Ask the Mayor: Are Tazers Legal in Hawai‘i?
“Is it legal for Hawaiʻi residents to carry Tasers and/or stun guns for self defense? If this is legal, where can we purchase them?”
Ask the Mayor: What’s the Next Affordable Housing Project on Maui?
Probably the most recent affordable housing project coming up will be Catholic Charities’ 165-unit senior affordable rental housing, called Kahului Lani.
Ask the Mayor: Please Explain the B&B “500 Foot Rule”
“Can you please explain what the 500 foot rule for short term rentals, B&B’s and other vacation housing really means?”
Wednesday Briefing on Tropical Storm Olivia
“It’s important not to assume that the impacts of the storm are done since the eye of the storm has already passed us,” said Mayor Arakawa.
Kulp Appointed Maui Deputy Finance Director
Maui County Finance Director Mark Walker has appointed Investment Officer Jack Kulp as the new Deputy Finance Director, effective July 1, 2018.
Ask the Mayor: Please Turn on the Left Turn Sensor at Pu‘unēnē Avenue
When turning left from Kahului on Puʻunēnē at night, the light is on a timer because no cars are coming from both ways and we have to wait for 30 seconds or more before the turning signal turns green.
Ask the Mayor: What’s Up With the Service Fee for Vehicle Registration?
When one attempts to pay their vehicle registration there is a $7 “service fee” to pay by charge card.
Mayor Arakawa to Meet with Japanese Prince and Princess Akishino
Mayor Alan Arakawa and his wife, Ann, will join Governor David Ige, his wife and other dignitaries for dinner with Japanese Imperial Highness Prince and Princess Akishino tonight on Oʻahu.
Arakawa Unveils “Most Aggressive Budget” to Date
Calling it his “most aggressive budget to date,” Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa presented his version of the proposed Fiscal Year 2019 budget to Maui council members.
County on Your Corner Resumes with Mayor Arakawa, Feb. 3
Mayor Arakawa will join members of his administration in meeting with residents of the area.
Review of Front Street Apartments Transactions Launched
Maui Mayor Arakawa has instructed his administration to examine the transactions of the owners of the Front Street Apartments in West Maui.
Mayor Seeks Removal of Water Director, Dave Taylor
Maui Director of Water Supply Dave Taylor has been placed on paid administrative leave while Mayor Alan Arakawa seeks his removal as head of the department.
Mayor Arakawa Accused of Breaking Campaign Spending Laws
The commission claims he characterized the funds as “advertisements” instead of charitable donations to nonprofits
Community Plans and Made in Maui Festival Focus of Mayor’s TV Show
The show entitled, “Your County with Mayor Arakawa,” will be aired live on Akakū Channel 55 on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2017 at 7 p.m.
Council Unanimously Approves $705.2 Million Budget
The Maui County Council unanimously approved, by a vote of 8-0, a $705.2 million budget for fiscal year 2018.
2018 Budget District Meetings Schedule: March 30 – April 18
The mayor proposed a budget of $795.3 million, with notable highlights to include a 7.5% increase across-the-board for all 10 classifications in real property tax rates, closure of the Waiehu Golf Course, and various repairs and upgrades to county properties
Mayor to Present Fiscal Year 2018 Proposed Budget
Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa will present his proposed 2018 Fiscal Year budget to Maui County Council members this Friday, March 24, at 9 a.m.
