#Public Access
Maui County’s public access network Akakū fighting to prevent significant cuts to its funding
A decision made under the 2019 Trump administration could impact the fees cable companies pay to the state for public programming.
Akakū Community Media to hold open house for Free Speech Week, Community Media Day
Akakū Maui Community Media will celebrate Free Speech Week and Community Media Day from Oct. 16-20, opening its broadcast studio and facilities to the public.
Charter Commission Votes for Greater Public Access and Transparency
Over the next several months the Charter Commission will continue to work through a list of 130 ideas and proposals from the public on how to improve Maui County operations through Charter amendments.
Maui County Launches New Online Atlas for Shoreline Access
The County has launched a new website with a map viewer to provide an online atlas of more than 200 public access locations and their features. For most sites, the viewer also features 360-degree photos of both the access point and the shoreline area, along with a depiction of the access path.
Expansion of Coastal Access, Recreation at Mākena Resort
The existing park at the south end of Maluaka Beach will be expanded from the current 0.842 acres to a total of 1.5 acres, and will include Maluaka Point and…
Iao Valley State Park closed August 31 and September 1 for painting
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) will close ‘Iao Valley State Park on Tuesday, August 31 and Wednesday, September 1 while it is painting railings along the main walkways and bridge that lead to the garden area, lookout shelter and stream trail. State officials say the park closure is needed to ensure […]
Two more years of restrictions approved for ‘Ahihi-Kina‘u Natural Area Reserve on Maui
The ‘Ahihi-Kinau’u Natural Area Reserve in South Maui will remain under restricted access for two more years under a plan approved by the state Board of land and Natural Resources. “The most popular and well-used portions of the reserve will remain open for use during visitor hours as they have for the last two years, […]
