The Housing and Land Use (HLU) Committee will hold its second meeting to discuss Bill 9 this Wednesday, June 18 at 9:00 AM HST. The meeting will take place in the Council Chamber at the Kalana O Maui Building, 8th Floor, 200 South High Street, Wailuku, Hawai‘i.
The agenda and livestream link are available here.
Given the number of pending testimonies, a third meeting is likely. We’ll share updates as more information becomes available.
In an effort to keep teachers impacted by the 2023 wildfires and high cost of living, the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education has begun construction on a $20 million workforce housing project in West Maui. The 47-unit rental project, which is situated between Lahainaluna High School and Princess Nāhiʻenaʻena Elementary, is intended to give displaced or underprivileged Department of Education employees access to inexpensive housing. According to officials, the development is crucial for restoring educational stability and guaranteeing pupils’ regular attendance in class. Employees affected by the fires will be given precedence, and rental prices will be determined by income.
Every year on May 1st, Hawaiʻi celebrates Lei Day, a celebration of the islands’ rich cultural heritage that is marked by the giving and wearing of floral leis, which stand for aloha, friendship, and love. A lively celebration of Hawaiian ancestry on all islands, it is marked by hula, music, and lei-making celebrations. Happy Lei Day!
To encourage wellness and support local businesses, the 55th Annual Maui Marathon will return to West Maui on April 27. Additionally, the Westin Maui Resort & Spa will host a two-day Health & Fitness Expo on April 25–26. For information, visit mauimarathon.com or send an email to expo@mauimarathon.com. Booths cost $200, while NGOs and small businesses in Maui affected by the 2023 fires can get complimentary spots.
The Merrie Monarch Festival a vibrant celebration of Hawaiian culture, where the spirit of aloha, the rhythm of hula, and the strength of tradition come alive. There are many events happening now through April 26th. To find the schedule of events and their location, visit the Festival website here for further information.
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