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Department of Education a no show at committee meeting about new Kīhei high school
The Hawai’i State Department of Education did not show up to a Maui Council committee meeting to discuss the pedestrian highway crossing to the new high school in Kīhei that is supposed to open in just four months.
Maui Council to hear homeowner exemption bills
“These bills are part of the council’s ongoing reform efforts to promote equity in the county’s real property tax system and help local residents thrive even as everyday living is becoming more and more expensive.”
Molina introduces resolution urging temporary waiver of requirements for oil imported to Hawaiʻi
Resolution 22-90 encourages a limited and targeted waiver of the Jones Act to allow to more cost-effective shipping of oil to Hawai‘i.
Committee to review proposed charter amendments for upcoming ballot
The Government Relations, Ethics and Transparency Committee will discuss whether to provide comments or suggest alternatives to the Charter Commission’s proposed charter amendments on Monday, Feb. 28, 2022 at 9 a.m.
Proposed Legislation To Limit Maui Bicycle Tours Under Review at Nov. 16 Meeting
Proposed legislation to update regulations for bicycle tours operating in the Pāʻia-Haʻikū and Makawao-Pukalani-Kula community plan areas will be reviewed in the Government Relations, Ethics and Transparency Committee virtual meeting on Tuesday at 9 a.m.
Applications Sought for Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi and E. Maui Conservation Planning Committee
Applications to fill Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi and East Maui seats on the Conservation Planning Committee are being accepted until Oct. 15 at 4:30 p.m.
Discussion: Molina Urges Mayor to Allow Parents to Watch Their Kids Play Sports
Councilmember Michael J. Molina is urging Maui Mayor Michael Victorino to reconsider his mandate restricting parents from watching their children play sports.
Mayor Michael Victorino Vetoes Bill 10, Says it Will “Intensify Scarcity of Housing”
Maui County Mayor Michael Victorino has vetoed Bill 10 also known as the “Affordable Housing” bill, saying it would intensify scarcity of housing for county residents.
Maui County Council Approves Resolution For Planning Department Assessment
The Maui County Council today approved a proposed resolution that authorizes the Council Chair or County Auditor to execute a contract for an assessment of the Department of Planning’s Zoning Administration and Enforcement Division.
Maui County Council Seeks Charter Commission Applicants by Feb. 1
The Maui County Council is seeking applications for the 2021-22 Maui County Charter Commission by noon Feb. 1. The charter is the local governmentʻs constitutional document.
Molina Asks Mayor to Extend the H.E.L.P. Assistance Program
Councilmember Michael J. Molina transmitted a request to the mayor on Thursday, seeking to extend the Hawaiʻi Emergency Laulima Partnership or H.E.L.P. program to Dec. 31, 2020 and increase the appropriation by adding $3 million to the program.
Maui Council Committee to Consider Improvements to Sunshine Law
The Governance, Ethics and Transparency Committee will consider whether to ask the state Legislature to amend the Sunshine Law to allow for remote meetings. The committee meeting will take place online on Tuesday at 9 a.m.
Councilmember Molina Requests a Comprehensive Affordable Housing Plan
Maui County Councilmember Michael Molina transmitted a proposed resolution to the County Council requesting a comprehensive affordable housing plan.
Resolution Introduced for Proposed Makawao Equestrian Facility
Councilmember Michael J. Molina transmitted a proposed resolution to the County Council to urge Mayor Victorino to negotiate with Maui Land and Pineapple Company for property in Makawao for use as an equestrian facility.
Molina Seeks Creation of Pā‘ia-Ha‘ikū Advisory Committee
Molina who represents Makawao, Haʻikū and Pāʻia said even though his district is not as remote as Hāna, “the Pāʻia-Haʻikū area has experienced one of the highest annual growth rates in the state.”
Maui Affordable Housing Needed Now, Identified as Top Priority
By 2025, there is an anticipated need of nearly 14,000 additional units in Maui County. That would include homes for ownership as well as rentals for various
Molina: “Stop the Talk and Let’s Start Building Affordable Rental Housing”
Today Councilmember Michael J. Molina transmitted a proposal to the mayor and housing director, identified as a “Call to Action” for the building of affordable rental housing.
Molina Thanks Public Works for Makawao Road Repairs
“I made the repaving of Makawao Avenue one of my Fiscal Year 2020 budget priorities, because it needs serious attention,” said Molina. “I’m grateful…
Proposal to Revisit Council Services Salaries
“It’s not fair to county employees to tell them we don’t have the money to give you step increases, but we can do it for our own council staff,” said Molina.
Lt. Gov. to Keynote Maui Council Inauguration
Lieutenant Governor Josh Green will deliver the keynote address at the Maui County Council inauguration on Jan. 2, 2019 at 10 a.m. in the Council Chamber.
