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Happy Thanksgiving

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Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving full of love and laughter!

Maui Council Update

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Reminders

Today, November 25, at 9:00 am HST, EDIT POSTPONED TIL 12:00 PM HST the Maui County Council is scheduled to select one of the three finalists to fill the late Council member Tasha Kama’s vacant seat. If the Council cannot reach a decision by midnight, the authority to appoint a replacement shifts to Mayor Bissen. To watch the proceedings via the Maui Council YouTube channel here.

Also, be sure to mark your calendar: per the latest announcement from Chair Lee’s office, the Council will soon conduct the first official reading of Bill 9, including any revisions or amendments introduced at that time. As always, timelines and details may shift, so staying updated is essential.

Bill 9 December 1st Meeting

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Maui County Council will hold a special meeting on Dec. 1 at 9 a.m. to consider eliminating transient vacation rentals in apartment-zoned areas via Bill 9.

Council Chair Alice Lee plans to bring the bill to second reading in early December, pending first-reading approval on Dec. 1.

Community members can submit testimony by emailing County.Clerk@mauicounty.us

The public may contact the Office of Council Services at (808) 270-7664.

Reminder! Today at 9 am!

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The Council will be sharing an in-depth look at the three individuals being evaluated to take over the seat formerly held by Tasha Kama. The update will walk through their backgrounds, areas of expertise, and what they may focus on if appointed. The goal of this briefing is to give the community a clearer window into how the replacement is being chosen.

Continuing Updates Regarding Bill 9

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The Maui County Council has scheduled November 20 as the date to release detailed information regarding the three applicants under consideration to fill the vacancy left by Councilmember Tasha Kama. The presentation will outline each candidate’s experience, qualifications, and potential priorities if selected. This informational session is intended to give the public increased transparency into the selection process.

We are continuously monitoring this matter, given its broad implications for tourism, retail, restaurants, and the overall economic landscape. We will keep you updated as events continue to unfold.