Maui County, Hawaii

Water and Infrastructure Committee (2025-2027)

The Water and Infrastructure Committee will discuss Resolution 26-116 regarding the acquisition of water system assets from two companies. No legislative action will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion on Resolution 26-116: acquisition of assets from Launiupoko Water Co., Inc. and Olowalu Water Company, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $6,000,000

Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee (2025-2027)

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027)

Kōmike Aloha ʻĀina (2025-2027)

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

The Housing and Land Use Committee will consider recommending adoption of two resolutions that would refer proposed bills to the Maui Planning Commission to amend the Kihei-Makena and West Maui Community Plans and rezone numerous properties from Apartment to Hotel districts. The changes would allow continued transient vacation rental uses on properties including timeshare, leasehold, and those operating like hotels. The committee may also add or remove properties from the list.

• Resolution 26-110: Rezoning 25 properties (e.g., Hono Kai, Maui Sunset, Kahana Outrigger) from A-1/A-2 Apartment to H-3/H-4 Hotel districts to allow continued vacation rentals.
• Resolution 26-111: Rezoning 7 properties (Wailea Ekahi I-III, Papakea, Maui Eldorado, etc.) operating like hotels from Apartment to Hotel districts.
• Committee may revise resolutions to add or remove properties from a list of Apartment District properties used for short-term occupancy (Exhibit 1).
• Public testimony is accepted in person, via Teams, phone, or written eComment, limited to 3 minutes per item.
• Resolutions would refer the proposed bills to the Maui Planning Commission for further action.

Agriculture, Diversification, Environment, & Public Transportation Committee

The Agriculture, Diversification, Environment, & Public Transportation Committee will consider Bill 95 (2026), which aims to expand eligibility for Maui's fare-free bus pass program and authorize the Director of Transportation to suspend fares for special events up to 14 days per fiscal year. The bill supports the Climate Action and Resiliency Plan's goal of reducing single-occupancy vehicle dependence. The committee may recommend passage with or without revisions, or file the bill.

• Bill 95 (2026) would expand fare-free bus pass eligibility
• Authorizes fare suspension for special events up to 14 days per fiscal year
• Committee may recommend passage, revisions, or filing of the bill
• Department of Transportation will provide comments on the bill
• Bill is tied to the Climate Action and Resiliency Plan

Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027)

The Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee will consider whether to recommend passage of Bill 94 (2026) on first reading. The bill would change zoning from R-2 Residential to P-1 Public/Quasi-Public (conditional zoning) for 3.255 acres owned by Lahaina United Methodist Church. The committee may also vote to file the bill or take other related action.

• Bill 94 (2026): change zoning from R-2 Residential to P-1 Public/Quasi-Public (conditional) for 3.255 acres at Lahaina, Tax Map Keys (2) 4-5-002:005 and 006 (Lahaina United Methodist Church)

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

The Housing and Land Use Committee will consider two resolutions referring proposed bills to the Maui Planning Commission to rezone specific properties from A-1/A-2 Apartment districts to H-3/H-4 Hotel districts and amend the Kihei-Makena and West Maui Community Plans. Resolution 26-110 targets timeshare, leasehold, and other properties; Resolution 26-111 targets properties operating like hotels. The Committee may recommend adoption, revise by adding or removing properties from an attached list, or file the resolutions.

• Resolution 26-110: refers bills to rezone 25 properties (e.g., Hono Kai, Maui Sunset, Kahana Outrigger) for continued Transient Vacation Rental uses
• Resolution 26-111: refers bills to rezone 7 properties (e.g., Wailea Ekahi, Papakea, Maui Eldorado) operating like hotels
• Committee may add or remove properties from an attached list of Apartment District properties allowed for short-term occupancy
• Proposed community plan amendments would designate applicable properties as Hotel (Kihei-Makena) or Resort/Hotel (West Maui)
• Potential impact on housing supply by converting apartment-zoned land to hotel use

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

The Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee will receive a presentation from the County Auditor and Spire Hawai'i LLP on the County of Maui Fraud Risk Assessment Report. The committee will discuss the report but no legislative action will be taken.

• Presentation and discussion of the County of Maui Fraud Risk Assessment Report (GREAT-5(8)) by Spire Hawai'i LLP

Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee (2025-2027)

The Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee will receive a status update on a pilot project using designated County parking lots for human habitation. Representatives from the Department of Human Concerns and the Office of the Mayor may provide a presentation. No legislative action will be taken during this meeting.

• Update on pilot project using designated County parking lots for human habitation (WASSP-1(2))

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider two items: Resolution 26-100 authorizing a $9,021,259 tax-exempt lease-purchase agreement with TD Equipment Finance Inc. for Phase 3 of the Johnson Controls energy performance contract, and Bill 73 (2026) requiring uniform administrative rules for the County grants program. The committee may recommend adoption or passage with or without revisions, or file the items.

• Resolution 26-100: $9,021,259 lease-purchase for Phase 3 of Johnson Controls energy performance contract at 4.49% interest
• Bill 73 (2026): amends Maui County Code to require uniform Countywide administrative rules for the grants program under Chapter 91, HRS

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

The GREAT Committee will discuss the Leo Caires v. County of Maui lawsuit and consider Resolution 26-99, which would require the County's legal counsel to transmit all written settlement offers to the Council and send invoices to the Office of Council Services for review and approval. The committee may also receive a status update from the law firm Marr Jones & Wang, LLLP and possibly hold executive sessions for legal consultation.

• Discussion of lawsuit Leo Caires v. County of Maui, Civil File 2CCV-26-0000138
• Consideration of Resolution 26-99 requiring settlement offer transparency
• Status update from Marr Jones & Wang, LLLP
• Possible executive sessions under HRS 92-5(a)(4) and (a)(8)

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

The Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee is considering 13 proposed charter amendments to place on the next general election ballot. Each resolution could be recommended for passage on first reading or filed. Topics range from climate funding and open space use for wildfire fuel removal to council vacancies, ethics board reappointments, and meeting notice rules.

• Resolution 26-87: Establish a Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund funded by at least 20% of Maui County Transient Accommodations Tax revenues.
• Resolution 24-100: Allow use of the Open Space, Natural Resources, Cultural Resources, and Scenic Views Preservation Fund for regular removal of fuel hazards to minimize wildfire risk.
• Resolution 26-11: Require a special election to fill a council vacancy if the unexpired term is six months or more; remove time limit for council appointment if less than six months.
• Resolution 26-93: Dissolve the Independent Nomination Board and simplify the appointment process for boards and commissions.
• Resolution 25-215: Replace newspaper public hearing notices with online public meeting notices to comply with the Hawaiʻi Sunshine Law.

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

The Housing and Land Use Committee will receive a presentation from the Department of Planning regarding the modernization and rewrite of Maui County Code Title 19. The committee may discuss related matters, but no legislative action will be taken during this meeting.

• Presentation from the Department of Planning on the Maui County Code Title 19 rewrite (zoning)

Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027)

The committee will receive presentations and updates on Maui's long-term recovery operations, focusing on recovery from the 2026 Kona Low storms. Representatives from the Office of Recovery and the U.S. Small Business Administration are expected to present. No legislative action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation on Maui's long-term recovery from 2026 Kona Low storms, including disaster assistance for homeowners, renters, businesses, and nonprofits

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider Resolution 26-100, which authorizes a tax-exempt lease-purchase agreement with TD Equipment Finance for Phase 3 of the Johnson Controls energy performance contract at a cost of $9,021,259 plus 4.49% interest. The committee may also consider Bill 73 (2026), which would require the County to adopt uniform administrative rules for the County grants program.

• Resolution 26-100: Authorize tax-exempt lease-purchase agreement with TD Equipment Finance for Phase 3 of Johnson Controls energy performance contract ($9,021,259 at 4.49% interest)
• Bill 73 (2026): Amend Maui County Code to require uniform Countywide administrative rules for the County grants program; allow agencies to adopt supplemental internal policies

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

The Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee will consider 13 proposed charter amendments, each aiming to place a question on the next general election ballot. Topics range from public meeting notices and council vacancies to a Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund. The committee may recommend passage on first reading or file each resolution.

• Resolution 26-87: Establishes a Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund using at least 20% of Maui County Transient Accommodations Tax revenues
• Resolution 26-93: Would dissolve the Independent Nomination Board and simplify appointment processes for boards and commissions
• Resolution 26-11: Would require a special election to fill council vacancies if unexpired term is six months or more
• Resolution 26-85: Would remove the English translation of the Hawaiʻi state motto from the Charter preamble
• Resolution 26-95: Would allow the Mayor to reappoint Board of Ethics members for one successive term without a waiting period

Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee (2025-2027)

The Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee will discuss Bill 77 (2026). This bill proposes requiring a portion of the Affordable Housing Fund be used to provide living environments for the county's houseless population.

• Bill 77 (2026): An ordinance to use the Affordable Housing Fund for the county's houseless population

Water and Infrastructure Committee (2025-2027)

The Water and Infrastructure Committee will consider whether to recommend passage of Bill 68 (2026) on first reading, which would amend the Maui County Code to authorize paid parking zones and permit parking zones in West Maui. The bill also establishes Resident Town Benefit locations in Wailuku and West Maui, amends Resident Recreation Hours in South Maui beach parks paid parking zones, and removes outdated references to parking lots, piers, and loading zones in West Maui. The committee has received correspondence from Transportation and a presentation from PARK MAUI on the bill.

• Consideration of Bill 68 (2026) on first reading to create paid parking zones in West Maui
• Establish Resident Town Benefit locations in paid parking zones in Wailuku and West Maui
• Amend Resident Recreation Hours in South Maui beach parks paid parking zones
• Remove outdated references to parking lots, piers, and loading zones in West Maui
• Correspondence from Transportation (04-02-2026) and presentation from PARK MAUI (06-08-2026)

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

The Housing and Land Use Committee will consider three bills on first reading. Bill 78 would allow at least two accessory dwelling units on residentially zoned lots. Bill 84 would cap bed-and-breakfast homes on Molokai at five. Bill 37 would create a real property tax exemption for workforce housing developments for home ownership.

• Bill 78 (2026): Allow at least two accessory dwelling units on residentially zoned lots, per state law.
• Bill 84 (2026): Cap bed-and-breakfast homes on Molokai at five and restrict clustering.
• Bill 37 (2026): Establish real property tax exemption for workforce housing developments intended for home ownership.
• Proposed CD1 version of Bill 78 incorporates planning commissions' recommendations.
• Councilmember Paltin proposes amendment to exempt existing conditional-zoning ordinances from Bill 78.

Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027)

The Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee will receive presentations on shoreline erosion and coastal property impacts. The body may discuss policy approaches to mitigate sea level rise and climate change, though no legislative action will be taken.

• Presentations from the Department of Planning
• Presentation from Tara Owens, Maui Nui Program Coordinator
• Presentation from Dr. Charles “Chip” Fletcher, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider Bill 181, which would increase the Home Exemption from $300,000 to $400,000 and the Long-Term Rental Exemption from $200,000 to $300,000. A proposed amendment (CD1) would delay the effective date to July 1, 2027 and add a wildfire-displacement rental exemption. The committee will also discuss the county's energy performance contract with Johnson Controls, Inc., including a proposed Phase 3 scope expansion, but no legislative action will be taken on that item.

• Bill 181: increase Home Exemption from $300,000 to $400,000 for tax years starting July 1, 2026 (or July 1, 2027 under CD1)
• Bill 181: increase Long-Term Rental Exemption from $200,000 to $300,000
• Proposed CD1 amendment combines both exemptions and applies wildfire-displacement Long-Term Rental Exemption starting July 1, 2027
• Discussion of Johnson Controls energy performance contract (Contract C 7619), Phase 3 expansion, lease financing, and energy savings
• No legislative action on the energy contract; only discussion under Rule 7(B)

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

The GREAT Committee is considering whether to recommend passage of a dozen proposed charter amendments on first reading, which would then go to the full Council and ultimately to voters. Items include creating a Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund funded by 20% of Transient Accommodations Tax revenues, allowing use of the Open Space fund for wildfire fuel removal, and several procedural changes. The committee may also file items without recommendation.

• Resolution 26-87: Create Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund with 20% of hotel tax revenue
• Resolution 24-100: Allow Open Space fund to be used for wildfire fuel hazard removal
• Resolution 26-11: Require special election to fill council vacancies if term is six months or more
• Resolution 26-93: Dissolve the Independent Nomination Board and simplify board/commission appointments
• Resolution 26-85: Remove English translation of Hawaiʻi state motto from charter preamble

Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee (2025-2027)

The Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee will discuss youth mental health support and a proposed development project. No legislative action will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion on youth mental health crisis intervention and support with YouthLine Hawaiʻi
• Proposal for a Community Resilience and Youth Development Campus on approximately 320 acres of Kahili Golf Course land in Wailuku

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

The Housing and Land Use Committee is considering Bill 88 (2026), which would amend the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to establish H-3 and H-4 Hotel Districts. These districts would be reserved for units or structures previously in A-1 and A-2 Apartment Districts where Transient Vacation Rentals (TVRs) were permitted, and would allow legally permitted TVR uses that existed before Ordinance 5909 phased them out. The Committee may recommend passage on first reading, with or without revisions, or consider filing the bill.

• Bill 88 (2026) to create H-3 and H-4 Hotel Districts
• Permitted uses include any use in Residential and Apartment Districts plus TVR uses legally permitted before Ordinance 5909
• Committee may recommend passage on first reading or file the bill
• Correspondence from Committee Chair transmitting Planning Department report and planning commissions' recommendations
• Public hearing and testimony options via Teams, in-person, or written

Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee (2025-2027)

The Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee will consider Bill 119 (2025). This bill proposes amending Section 9.36.040 of the Maui County Code regarding penalties for prohibited vehicle noise violations.

• Bill 119 (2025): Proposed increase in fines and establishment of penalties, including possible forfeiture of sound amplification systems, for vehicle noise violations
• Proposed CD 1 version of Bill 119 (2025): Increases fines for first and second offenses and removes the forfeiture penalty for the third offense

Agriculture, Diversification, Environment, & Public Transportation Committee

The committee will consider Bill 13 (2026) to amend Maui County Code on advertising inside County transit buses, including a proposed CD1 version that broadens the bill's scope. They may also receive a presentation on the Talking is Teaching campaign. Separately, the committee will discuss a proposed revolving fund for climate change mitigation and resiliency, but no legislative action will be taken on that item.

• Bill 13 (2026) amending Chapter 11.02 on advertising inside County transit buses
• Proposed CD1 version to broaden bill title and preamble to all County transit bus advertising
• Presentation from Cayla Kutaka, Chair of the Commission on Children and Youth, on Talking is Teaching campaign
• Discussion of proposed Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund (Bill 66, 2026)
• Comments from Department of Environmental Management and Department of ʻŌiwi Resources on climate revolving fund

Agriculture, Diversification, Environment, & Public Transportation Committee

The Agriculture, Diversification, Environment, & Public Transportation Committee meeting scheduled for May 21, 2026, was canceled. No decisions or discussions occurred.

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

The Housing and Land Use Committee will consider resolutions to refer zoning and community plan amendments to the Maui Planning Commission, and a bill to allow accessory dwelling units on residential lots.

• Resolution 26-84: Refer zoning change for 40.392 acres in Pāʻia (EC Pāʻia Town Project)
• Resolution 26-68: Refer amendment to require notice for agricultural subdivisions
• Bill 78 (2026): Amend code to allow at least two accessory dwelling units on residential lots

Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027)

The committee is considering three bills to amend the Maui Island Plan's Directed Growth Map, community plan designation, and zoning for 166.511 acres (corrected to 163.443 acres in proposed CD1) in Kahului for the Ho'onani Village Mixed Use Development. The project includes multi-family residential, retail, commercial, office, light industrial, hospitality, and recreational/open space. The committee may recommend passage of Bills 163 and 164 on first reading; no action on Bill 165.

• Bill 163: Amend Directed Growth Map to include 163.443 acres within Urban Growth Boundary for Ho'onani Village
• Bill 164: Change Wailuku-Kahului Community Plan designation from Agriculture to Business/Multi-Family
• Bill 165: Rezone 163.443 acres from Agricultural to M-1 Light Industrial (no action expected)
• Proposed CD1 amendments correct property size from 166.511 to 163.443 acres
• Project includes residential, retail, commercial, office, light industrial, hospitality, and open space

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will discuss several budget amendments and ordinances. Key items include funding for arts facilities, land acquisitions for preservation, and changes to real property tax exemptions.

• Bills 70 and 80: Proposed $4,000,000 appropriation for Hālau of ʻŌiwi Arts
• Bill 181: Proposed increase of Home Exemption to $400,000 and Long-Term Rental Exemption to $300,000
• Resolution 25-53 and Bill 102: Proposed acquisition of 0.41 acres at 104A Lower Waiehu Beach Road for up to $480,000
• Bill 83: Proposed $372,933 transfer from Sewer Fund to Open Space, Natural Resources, Cultural Resources, and Scenic Views Preservation Fund
• Bill 69: Proposed changes to allow grant recipients to receive upfront disbursements of 10 percent or more

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

The Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee will consider recommending adoption of two resolutions: one to authorize a settlement in Charlotte Martin v. County of Maui (a negligence claim involving a police officer incident at Kepaniwai Park in February 2023) and another to increase compensation for special counsel Meyers Nave by $240,000 (to a total not exceeding $740,000) for litigation related to the August 2023 wildfires. Executive sessions are anticipated for legal consultation on both items.

• Resolution 26-81: settlement authorization for Charlotte Martin v. County of Maui, Civil 2CCV-24-0000903, alleging negligence by a Maui Police Department officer on February 5, 2023
• Resolution 26-82: additional compensation of $240,000 for special counsel Meyers Nave (total not to exceed $740,000) for wildfire-related litigation
• Executive meetings anticipated under HRS 92-5(a)(4) and (a)(8) for both agenda items

Water and Infrastructure Committee (2025-2027)

The Water and Infrastructure Committee will receive a presentation and discuss Bill 76, which restructures the water system development fee based on average daily demand instead of meter size. No legislative action will be taken on this bill. The committee may also consider recommending Bill 49 on first reading, which would prohibit overnight parking on Lehuakona, Ala Makani, and Ohekani streets in Kahului.

• Discussion on Bill 76: restructure water system development fee using average daily demand
• Definitions of 'average daily demand' and 'equivalent single dwelling' for fee calculation
• Fee credits, reinstatements, and exemptions for accessory dwellings or temporary meters
• Consideration of Bill 49: prohibit overnight parking on Lehuakona, Ala Makani, and Ohekani streets in Kahului

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will review the Mayor's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including operating and capital improvement ordinances, and consider authorizing nearly $196 million in general obligation bonds for public improvements.

• Consideration of Bill 55 (2026) for the FY 2027 operating budget
• Consideration of Bill 57 (2026) to authorize $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds
• Consideration of Bill 59 (2026) to authorize a $2.5M loan for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7
• Consideration of Bill 60 (2026) to authorize a $10M loan for Countywide Facility Improvements
• Consideration of Bill 64 (2026) to establish fees for electric vehicle charging stations

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including operating and capital improvement bills, and consider authorizing $195.9 million in general obligation bonds.

• Bill 57: Authorizes $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds
• Bill 59: Authorizes up to $2,500,000 for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 relocation
• Bill 60: Authorizes up to $10,000,000 for Countywide Facility Improvements
• Bill 61: Establishes a new fiscal reserve fund
• Resolution 26-63: Adopts fuel tax rates effective July 1, 2026

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will review the Mayor's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including operating and capital improvement bills, and authorize the issuance of $195.9 million in general obligation bonds.

• Bill 55: FY 2027 operating budget ordinance
• Bill 57: Authorization for $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds
• Bill 59: Intergovernmental agreement for $2.5M Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 relocation
• Bill 60: Intergovernmental agreement for $10M Countywide Facility Improvements
• Resolution 26-63: Adoption of fuel tax rates effective July 1, 2026

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will review and consider recommending passage of the Mayor's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget for Maui County, encompassing a package of 12 bills and one resolution. Key items include ordinances for the operating and capital budgets, a $195,863,400 general obligation bond issuance, creation of a fiscal reserve fund, establishment of electric vehicle charging fees, and adoption of fuel tax rates. The committee may also recommend filing or amending the proposed legislation.

• Bill 57: Authorizes $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for capital improvement projects.
• Bill 61: Establishes a new fiscal reserve fund to mitigate revenue loss without tax increases.
• Bill 64: Sets fees for use of County-owned electric vehicle charging stations to offset electricity costs.
• Resolution 26-63: Adopts fuel tax rates for the County effective July 1, 2026.
• Bill 66: Creates a Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund, funded by at least 20% of transient accommodations tax.

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will review the Mayor's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including operating and capital budgets, and decide whether to recommend passage of 12 bills and one resolution. Key proposals include a $195.9 million general obligation bond for capital projects, establishment of a fiscal reserve fund, and creation of a Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund. The committee may also consider amendments to solid waste and environmental funds, electric vehicle charging fees, and fuel tax rates.

• Bill 57: $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for capital improvements
• Bill 61: Establishes a fiscal reserve fund for revenue loss emergencies
• Bill 66: Creates a Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund funded by 20% of transient accommodations tax
• Bill 59: Authorizes up to $2,500,000 loan for Kihei Wastewater Pump Station relocation
• Bill 58: Reauthorizes $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street Building renovations

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider the Mayor's proposed FY 2027 budget. The body will review several bills regarding operating and capital budgets, bond authorizations, and the creation of new reserve funds.

• Bill 57: Authorization of $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for public improvements
• Bill 58: Reauthorization of $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street Building Renovations
• Bill 59 and 60: Loans for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 ($2.5M) and Countywide Facility Improvements ($10M)
• Bill 61: Establishment of a new fiscal reserve fund to mitigate tax increases or operational decreases
• Bill 64: Establishment of fees for County-owned electric vehicle charging stations

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will receive public testimony on the Mayor's proposed FY 2027 budget for Maui County, including 10 bills and a resolution. The proposed budget covers operating and capital improvements, a $195.9 million bond authorization, and various fund amendments. No legislative action will be taken at this meeting.

• Bill 57 authorizes $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for public improvements
• Bill 59 finances Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 relocation with up to $2,500,000 from state revolving fund
• Bill 60 finances countywide water supply facility improvements with up to $10,000,000 from state revolving fund
• Bill 61 establishes a fiscal reserve fund to mitigate revenue loss without tax increases or service cuts
• Resolution 26-63 adopts fuel tax rates for the County of Maui effective July 1, 2026

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee is reviewing Mayor Richard Bissen's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget for Maui County. The committee may recommend passage on first reading of bills including the operating budget (Bill 55), capital program (Bill 56), a $195,863,400 general obligation bond (Bill 57), and several other ordinances. They also may adopt Resolution 26-63 setting fuel tax rates effective July 1, 2026.

• Consideration of $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for capital projects (Bill 57)
• Adoption of fuel tax rates for FY 2027 (Resolution 26-63)
• Creation of a fiscal reserve fund to mitigate revenue loss (Bill 61)
• Establishment of a Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund funded by 20% of transient accommodations tax (Bill 66)
• Establishment of fees for county-owned electric vehicle charging stations (Bill 64)

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Maui County Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and related ordinances, including a $195.8 million bond authorization for capital projects. The committee will also consider legislation regarding a new fiscal reserve fund, fuel tax rates, and wastewater and water supply projects.

• Bill 55: FY 2027 operating budget ordinance
• Bill 57: $195,863,400 general obligation bond authorization
• Bill 61: Creation of a new fiscal reserve fund
• Resolution 26-63: Adoption of fuel tax rates effective July 1, 2026
• Bill 59: $2,500,000 loan for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 Relocation

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will receive the Mayor's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and related legislation. The committee will review ten bills and one resolution, but no legislative action is scheduled.

• Bill 55: FY 2027 operating budget ordinance
• Bill 57: $195,863,400 general obligation bond authorization
• Bill 59: $2,500,000 loan for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7
• Bill 60: $10,000,000 loan for Countywide Facility Improvements
• Resolution 26-63: Adopt fuel tax rates effective July 1, 2026

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider the Mayor's proposed FY 2027 budget and 12 related bills. The meeting covers operating and capital budgets, bond authorizations, and the creation of new fiscal and environmental funds.

• Bill 57: Authorization of $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for public improvements
• Bill 58: Reauthorization of $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street Building Renovations
• Bill 59 & 60: Loans for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 ($2.5M) and Countywide Facility Improvements ($10M)
• Bill 61: Establishment of a new fiscal reserve fund to mitigate tax increases or operational decreases
• Bill 64: Establishment of fees for the use of County-owned electric vehicle charging stations

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will receive public testimony on the Mayor's proposed FY 2027 Budget and 11 related legislative items. No legislative action will be taken during this meeting.

• Bill 57: Proposed issuance of $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for public improvements
• Bill 58: Reauthorization of $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street Building Renovations
• Bill 59 & 60: Loans for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 ($2.5M) and Countywide Facility Improvements ($10M)
• Bill 61: Proposal to create a new fiscal reserve fund to mitigate tax increases or operational decreases
• Bill 64: Establishment of fees for County-owned electric vehicle charging stations

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider the mayor’s proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including 10 bills and a resolution. The committee may recommend passage on first reading of ordinances covering operating and capital budgets, a $195.86 million general obligation bond, fee schedules, and new funds. Other items include wastewater and water supply loans, a fiscal reserve fund, and electric vehicle charging fees.

• Bill 57 (2026): Authorizes $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for capital improvements.
• Bill 59 (2026): Authorizes up to $2,500,000 loan from State Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 Relocation.
• Bill 60 (2026): Authorizes up to $10,000,000 loan from State Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund for Countywide water supply facility improvements.
• Bill 61 (2026): Establishes a new fiscal reserve fund for revenue loss emergencies.
• Resolution 26-63: Adopts fuel tax rates effective July 1, 2026.

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including operating and capital improvement bills, a $195.9 million bond authorization, and related fee and tax rate changes.

• Bill 55: FY 2027 operating budget ordinance
• Bill 57: $195,863,400 general obligation bond authorization
• Bill 61: Creation of a new fiscal reserve fund
• Resolution 26-63: Adoption of fuel tax rates effective July 1, 2026
• Bill 64: Establishment of electric vehicle charging fees

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The meeting scheduled for April 9, 2026, was canceled. The agenda had listed the receipt of public testimony regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and related legislation, though no legislative action was planned.

• Bill 57: Proposed issuance of $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds
• Bill 58: Proposed reauthorization of $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street Building Renovations
• Bill 59: Proposed loan up to $2,500,000 for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 Relocation
• Bill 60: Proposed loan up to $10,000,000 for Countywide Facility Improvements
• Bill 64: Proposed fees for County-owned electric vehicle charging stations

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will review the Mayor's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including 10 bills and a resolution. The committee may recommend passage on first reading of bills covering the operating budget, capital program, bond authorization, and other fiscal measures. It may also consider adoption of a fuel tax rate resolution.

• Bill 57: Authorizes $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for capital improvement projects.
• Bill 58: Reauthorizes $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street Building Renovations (Prosecuting Attorney).
• Bill 59: Authorizes up to $2,500,000 loan for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 Relocation.
• Bill 60: Authorizes up to $10,000,000 loan for countywide water supply facility improvements.
• Bill 61: Establishes a fiscal reserve fund to mitigate revenue loss and tax increases.

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider recommending passage of ten bills and a resolution that make up Mayor Bissen's proposed FY2027 budget. The package includes the operating and capital improvement budgets, a $195,863,400 general obligation bond for public improvements, establishment of a fiscal reserve fund, and changes to solid waste and environmental funds. Also up for discussion are loans for a Kīhei wastewater pump station relocation ($2.5M) and countywide facility improvements ($10M), reauthorization of $6M in lapsed bond proceeds, a fuel tax rate adoption, and a new fee for county-owned electric vehicle charging stations.

• Bill 55 (2026): FY2027 Operating Budget with fee schedules and capital improvement appropriations
• Bill 57 (2026): $195,863,400 general obligation bond authorization for public improvements
• Bill 58 (2026): Reauthorization of $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street building renovations
• Bill 61 (2026): Establishes a new fiscal reserve fund (Chapter 3.101) to address revenue loss without tax increases
• Bill 64 (2026): Establishes fees for county-owned electric vehicle charging stations to offset electricity costs

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

This meeting of the Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee was canceled. It had been scheduled to receive public testimony on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and related legislation, including bond authorizations, fee changes, and fund amendments. No legislative action was to be taken at this hearing.

• Proposed FY2027 operating and capital improvement budget (Bill 55)
• $195,863,400 general obligation bond for capital projects (Bill 57)
• $6,000,000 lapsed bond reauthorization for prosecutor's office building (Bill 58)
• $2,500,000 loan for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station relocation (Bill 59)
• Establishment of a fiscal reserve fund (Bill 61)

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will review the Mayor's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including operating and capital improvement ordinances, and consider authorizing $195.9 million in general obligation bonds.

• Bill 55: FY 2027 operating budget ordinance
• Bill 57: Authorization for $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds
• Bill 59: Loan up to $2,500,000 for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 relocation
• Bill 60: Loan up to $10,000,000 for Countywide Facility Improvements
• Resolution 26-63: Adoption of fuel tax rates effective July 1, 2026

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will receive public testimony on Mayor Richard Bissen's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, which includes ten bills and a resolution. No legislative action will be taken at this meeting. Key proposals include a $195.9 million general obligation bond issuance, a new fiscal reserve fund, adjustments to solid waste and electric vehicle charging fees, and a plan to rename and expand the Lahaina Royal Complex restoration fund.

• Bill 55: FY 2027 operating budget ordinance
• Bill 56: Capital program for FY 2027-2032
• Bill 57: $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for capital improvements
• Bill 61: Establishment of a fiscal reserve fund to mitigate revenue loss
• Bill 64: Introduction of fees for county-owned electric vehicle charging stations

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider the Mayor's proposed FY 2027 budget. The body will discuss several bills regarding operating and capital budgets, bond issuances, and new fee structures.

• Bill 57: Authorization of $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for public improvements
• Bill 58: Reauthorization of $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street Building Renovations
• Bill 59: Loan up to $2,500,000 for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 Relocation
• Bill 60: Loan up to $10,000,000 for Countywide Facility Improvements
• Bill 64: Establishment of fees for County-owned electric vehicle charging stations

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will receive public testimony regarding Mayor Richard T. Bissen, Jr.'s proposed FY 2027 Budget and 11 related bills and resolutions. No legislative action will be taken during this meeting.

• Bill 57: Proposed issuance of $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for public improvements
• Bill 58: Proposed reauthorization of $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street Building Renovations
• Bill 59 & 60: Proposed loans for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 ($2.5M) and Countywide Facility Improvements ($10M)
• Bill 61: Proposal to establish a new fiscal reserve fund to mitigate tax increases or operational decreases
• Bill 64: Proposal to establish fees for County-owned electric vehicle charging stations

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider recommending passage on first reading of ten bills and a resolution related to the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including operating and capital budgets, a $195,863,400 bond authorization, and fee changes. The committee will also discuss the annual comprehensive financial reports but will take no legislative action on those.

• Bill 57: $195,863,400 general obligation bond issuance for capital improvement projects
• Bill 58: Reauthorizes $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street renovations
• Bill 59: Authorizes up to $2,500,000 loan from state Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 relocation
• Bill 64: Establishes fees for County-owned electric vehicle charging stations
• Resolution 26-63: Adopts fuel tax rates for the County effective July 1, 2026

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will receive public testimony on the Mayor's proposed FY 2027 Budget and 11 related bills and resolutions. No legislative action will be taken during this meeting.

• Bill 57: Proposed issuance of $195,863,400 in general obligation bonds for public improvements
• Bill 58: Reauthorization of $6,000,000 in lapsed bond proceeds for 24 North Church Street Building Renovations
• Bill 59: Proposed loan up to $2,500,000 for Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 7 Relocation
• Bill 60: Proposed loan up to $10,000,000 for Countywide Facility Improvements
• Bill 64: Proposed establishment of fees for County-owned electric vehicle charging stations

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will hold a discussion-only meeting on March 25, 2026. Agenda items include a presentation on the County and State economic outlook by Dr. Carl Bonham, discussion of grant administration policies, and preparatory discussions for the FY2027 budget session. No legislative action will be taken on any item.

• Presentation on County and State economic outlook by UHERO Executive Director Dr. Carl Bonham
• Discussion of County grant administration and management policies and procedures
• Preparatory discussion for the FY2027 Budget Session including budget review and departmental questions
• No voting or legislative action on any agenda item

Special Committee on Real Property Tax Reform

The Special Committee on Real Property Tax Reform will discuss several pending bills that amend Maui County Code sections related to real property tax. Items include dedicated ʻĀina Kūpuna, golf course assessments, nontaxable property assessments, vacant residential classification, wildfire tax relief, vacant land water service exemptions, principal home exemption deadlines, and an increase to home and long‑term rental exemptions. The committee may recommend these bills be filed or referred to another committee.

• Bill 110 (2025) – ordinance amending Section 3.48.361 for real property dedicated as ʻĀina Kūpuna
• Bill 112 (2025) – ordinance amending Chapter 3.48 for golf course tax assessments
• Bill 144 (2025) – ordinance extending Maui wildfires real property tax relief
• Bill 145 (2025) – ordinance establishing tax exemption for vacant landowners on the upcountry water service priority list
• Bill 181 (2025) – ordinance increasing the amount of home and long‑term rental exemptions from real property tax

Kōmike Aloha ʻĀina (2025-2027)

The Kōmike Aloha ʻĀina Committee will receive updates on the Agricultural Micro Grant Program and the Climate Action and Resiliency Plan. The meeting will also discuss Maui County's transition to a bilingual government. No legislative action is scheduled.

• Agricultural Micro Grant Program update
• Climate Action and Resiliency Plan dashboard review
• Discussion on transition to a bilingual government

Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027)

The Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee is holding a meeting to receive two presentations: one on the 2025 Annual General Plan Implementation Report from the Department of Planning, and another on Maui's long-term recovery operations from the Office of Recovery and consulting firms. No legislative action will be taken on either item.

• Presentation on 2025 Annual General Plan Implementation Report from Department of Planning (County Communication 23-26)
• Presentation on Maui's long-term recovery operations with updates from Office of Recovery, Bowers + Kubota Consulting, Inc., Brown and Caldwell, and Stantec Consulting Services Inc.
• No legislative action scheduled for either agenda item

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

The Housing and Land Use Committee will hold three informational discussions with no legislative action. They will receive status updates from the Departments of Planning and Housing on operations and FY2026 budget implementation. They will also discuss a potential Community Facilities District to finance infrastructure improvements for the Waikapū Country Town project in Wailuku.

• Operational and budgetary review of the Department of Planning (no action)
• Operational and budgetary review of the Department of Housing (no action)
• Discussion of a Community Facilities District for Waikapū Country Town to fund roadway, wastewater, and drainage infrastructure
• Presentation by attorney Jeffrey Ueoka on the proposed financing district

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and receive presentations on the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund and the County and State economic outlook. No legislative action is scheduled.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Session
• Presentation on Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund
• Presentation on County and State economic outlook
• Discussion on administration and management of grants
• Remote and in-person testimony available

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

The Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee will receive a presentation from the Board of Ethics on its priorities, and an update on the Chelsie Evans lawsuit against the county. The committee may also recommend adoption of Resolution 26-15, which would authorize hiring McCorriston Miller Mukai MacKinnon LLP as special counsel in the challenge to Ordinance 5909 (2025) for up to $250,000. No legislative action is expected on the first two items, but the committee may vote on the resolution.

• Receive Board of Ethics presentation on vision, priorities, and collaboration opportunities
• Case update: Chelsie Evans v. Scott Martin, Civil 2CCV-24-0000034
• Resolution 26-15: Authorize up to $250,000 for special counsel in Todd P. Lynam et al. v. County of Maui, Civil 2CCV-25-0003780, challenging Ordinance 5909
• Executive meetings anticipated for legal consultation on the Evans case and Resolution 26-15

Water and Infrastructure Committee (2025-2027)

This meeting was canceled. The agenda included operational and budgetary reviews of the Department of Public Works and the Department of Water Supply, with no legislative action planned. No proceedings occurred.

• Operational and budgetary review of Department of Public Works (canceled)
• Operational and budgetary review of Department of Water Supply (canceled)

Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee (2025-2027)

This meeting of the Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee has been canceled. No legislative action will be taken.

Agriculture, Diversification, Environment, & Public Transportation Committee

The ADEPT Committee will conduct operational and budgetary reviews of the Department of Agriculture, watershed protection grants administered by the Department of Water Supply, the Environmental Protection and Sustainability Division of the Department of Environmental Management, and the Department of Transportation. No legislative action will be taken; the committee will receive presentations and discuss FY2026 budgets and priorities for FY2027.

• Operational and budgetary review of the Department of Agriculture (ADEPT-1(2))
• Operational and budgetary review of watershed protection grants administered by the Department of Water Supply (ADEPT-1(5))
• Operational and budgetary review of the Environmental Protection and Sustainability Division of the Department of Environmental Management (ADEPT-1(3))
• Operational and budgetary review of the Department of Transportation (ADEPT-1(4))

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

The Housing and Land Use Committee will discuss Bill 28 (2026). This bill proposes allowing Andrea M. Kaio to create additional lots for family members on a 12.834-acre property in the Agricultural District.

• Bill 28 (2026): Request to create additional lots at 201 Heʻaheʻa Place, Wailuku (TMK (2) 3-2-008:067)

Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027)

The committee may recommend passage of Bill 47 (2026) on first reading, which would change off-street parking requirements for housing from square footage to number of bedrooms, or file the bill. They will also discuss Bill 21, CD 1 (2023) regarding conditional zoning for emergency airstrip operations at Kapalua Airport, but no legislative action will be taken.

• Bill 47 (2026): amending off-street parking requirements for housing to use bedrooms instead of square footage
• Correspondence from Department of Planning and planning commissions on Bill 47
• Bill 21, CD 1 (2023): conditional zoning for emergency airstrip operations at Kapalua Airport (discussion only, no action)
• Correspondence with State DOT on emergency lighting installation requirement for Kapalua Airport
• Updated Tax Map Keys and property description for Kapalua Airport

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider recommending passage of Bill 102 to amend the FY2026 budget by adding $500,000 for acquisition of 104A Lower Waiehu Beach Road and deleting a $1,300,000 appropriation for 131 Shaw Street, and adopting Resolution 25-53 authorizing the purchase for $480,000. They will also receive a presentation from the state Employees' Retirement System, discuss grant administration across multiple departments, and begin preparations for the FY2027 budget session. No legislative action is expected on the retirement system, grants, or budget planning items.

• Bill 102 (2025): amend FY2026 budget to add $500,000 for acquisition of 104A Lower Waiehu Beach Road and delete $1,300,000 for 131 Shaw Street
• Resolution 25-53: authorize acquisition of 0.41 acres at 104A Lower Waiehu Beach Road for $480,000 plus expenses
• Presentation from Kalbert K. Young, Executive Director of the Employees' Retirement System of the State of Hawaiʻi
• Discussion on administration and management of grants under Office of Economic Development, Agriculture, Environmental Management, Management, and ʻŌiwi Resources
• Preparatory discussion for the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Session

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

The Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee will review Resolution 26-38 to appoint Jacalyn M.C. Takakura as Director of Planning, effective February 1, 2026. It will also review Resolution 26-39 to appoint Margaret T. Willis as Director of Human Concerns, effective March 1, 2026. The committee must approve or disapprove each appointment by March 31, 2026, or the appointment will be deemed approved.

• Resolution 26-38 – appointment of Jacalyn M.C. Takakura as Director of Planning (effective Feb 1, 2026)
• Resolution 26-39 – appointment of Margaret T. Willis as Director of Human Concerns (effective Mar 1, 2026)

Water and Infrastructure Committee (2025-2027)

The Water and Infrastructure Committee will consider whether to recommend passage of Bill 16 (2026), which would add a new section to the Maui County Code regulating low-speed electric bicycles. The committee may also vote on a proposed CD1 version that removes a phrase and makes technical revisions. Additionally, the committee will receive a status update from the Department of Environmental Management on its operations and Fiscal Year 2026 budget, including updates on the Central Maui Wastewater Reclamation Facility and R-1 water production. No legislative action will be taken on the departmental review.

• Bill 16 (2026) to add regulations for low-speed electric bicycles, focusing on minor safety
• Proposed CD1 amendment removes 'non-standing or' from paragraph and makes technical clarifications
• Operational and budgetary review of Dept. of Environmental Management (excluding Environmental Protection and Sustainability)
• Status update on Central Maui Wastewater Reclamation Facility timeline
• Discussion of R-1 water production at Kahului, Molokai, and Lāna‘i treatment facilities and distribution expansion in West and South Maui

Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee (2025-2027)

The Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee will discuss two informational items: a continuum of care for substance abuse, including a presentation from Maui Behavioral Health Resources on Aloha House's withdrawal management program; and an operational and budgetary review of the East Maui Water Authority's Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. No legislative action will be taken.

• Discussion of continuum of care for substance abuse, with presentation by Nicole Hokoana, CEO of Maui Behavioral Health Resources, on Aloha House's medically monitored withdrawal management program
• Operational and budgetary review of the East Maui Water Authority—status update on its Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The committee will consider recommending passage of Bill 30, which amends the FY2026 budget to transfer $3.5M in carryover savings to the General Excise Tax Fund and appropriate it for the Central Maui Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility in Waikapū. It will also discuss (no action) Bill 34 regarding a $234,050 repayment to Kamalani Ventures LLC for an Affordable Housing Fund overpayment, and Bill 29 to add conditional language for Native Hawaiian Education Association ($390,000) and Imua Family Services ($758,973). Additionally, the committee will discuss preparations for the FY2027 budget session.

• Bill 30: $3.5M budget amendment for Central Maui Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility (Waikapū)
• Discussion on Bill 34: $234,050 repayment to Kamalani Ventures LLC for Affordable Housing Fund overpayment
• Discussion on Bill 29: Up to $390,000 for Native Hawaiian Education Association renovation of Ke Ola Hou Community Resiliency Center and up to $758,973 for Imua Family Services Discovery Garden and preschool
• Discussion of FY2027 budget review and preparation process

Special Committee on Real Property Tax Reform

The Special Committee on Real Property Tax Reform will hear a presentation on software to calculate proposed tax rates. It will discuss Bill 142, which seeks to change filing deadlines and qualifications for the Home Exemption and Long‑Term Rental Exemption. The committee will also consider Bill 37, which proposes a tax exemption for developers of residential workforce housing. Recommendations on first‑reading passage of these bills may be made.

• Presentation on real‑property tax calculation software by Michael Williams, President of Maui Tomorrow
• Bill 142 (2025) – amendment to Home Exemption filing deadlines and expansion of qualifications
• Bill 37 (2026) – proposal for a tax exemption for residential workforce housing unit developments
• Amendment Summary Form (Feb 25 2026) from Councilmember Tamara Paltin proposing changes to Bill 142, including deletion of the Long‑Term Rental exemption provision
• Referral of Bills 110, 112, 114, 143, 144, 145, 146, and 181 for possible filing or referral to another committee

Agriculture, Diversification, Environment, & Public Transportation Committee

This meeting was canceled. It was scheduled as a limited site inspection of restoration areas on Kahoʻolawe to discuss reviving the Nāulu Cloud Bridge and reforestation plans.

• Discussion of reviving the Nāulu Cloud Bridge (ADEPT-1(11))
• Site inspection of restoration areas on the upland slopes of Kahoʻolawe

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

The Housing and Land Use Committee will consider Bill 14 (2026), which amends Maui County Code subsection 2.96.090(D) to adjust the selection priority for residential workforce housing ownership units. The bill clarifies priority for county residents over nonresidents on the waitlist and reinserts inadvertently omitted document verification requirements. The Committee may recommend passage on first reading, with or without revisions.

• Bill 14 (2026): amends selection priority for residential workforce housing ownership units, prioritizing county residents and reinstating document verification requirements.

Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027)

The Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee will review Bill 27 (2026), which proposes an ordinance amendment to Chapter 19.35 of the Maui County Code concerning the allowable size of accessory dwellings and related structures on lots under one‑half acre. The committee may recommend passage on first reading, with or without revisions, and may consider filing the bill and related actions.

• Bill 27 (2026): amendment to Chapter 19.35 on size of accessory dwellings (DRIP‑22)
• Consider recommendation for passage on first reading, with or without revisions
• Consider filing of Bill 27 (2026) and related actions

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The committee may recommend passage of Bill 92, CD1 (2025) to authorize the mayor to enter an intergovernmental agreement with the FBI for a Joint Terrorism Task Force. It may also recommend passage of Bill 116 (2024) to exempt below-market leases for affordable housing from certain bidding and grant requirements while adding financial reporting. A discussion on the administration and management of grants across three county departments will be held, but no legislative action will be taken.

• Bill 92, CD1 (2025) - authorizing the mayor to enter an intergovernmental agreement with the FBI for the Honolulu Division Joint Terrorism Task Force
• Bill 116 (2024) - amending Chapter 3.36 and 3.40 to exempt below-market leases for affordable or workforce housing from grant and bidding requirements, with additional financial reporting for leased property
• Discussion on the administration and management of grants under the Office of Economic Development, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Environmental Management (no legislative action)

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

The Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee will consider 20 resolutions to approve or disapprove the Mayor's nominations to various county boards and commissions. The Council must act by March 2, 2026, or the nominations will be deemed approved.

• Resolution 26-18: Acting on nominations to the Animal Control Board
• Resolution 26-19: Acting on nominations to the Board of Ethics
• Resolution 26-34: Acting on nomination to the Police Commission
• Resolution 26-35: Acting on nominations to the Public Works Commission
• Resolution 26-37: Acting on nomination to the Salary Commission

Water and Infrastructure Committee (2025-2027)

This meeting of the Water and Infrastructure Committee has been canceled. No business will be conducted.

• Canceled: Bill 16 on low-speed electric bicycles
• Canceled: Operational review of Department of Environmental Management

Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee (2025-2027)

The meeting scheduled for February 9, 2026, was canceled. The agenda had included discussions on substance abuse care and the Maui Wildfire Exposure Cohort Study.

• Discussion on Aloha House, Inc.’s medically monitored withdrawal management program
• Update on the Maui Wildfire Exposure Cohort Study

Council of the County of Maui

Agriculture, Diversification, Environment, & Public Transportation Committee

The committee will discuss reviving the Nāulu Cloud Bridge, a restoration and reforestation plan to encourage rainfall from leeward Haleakalā to Kahoʻolawe. They will receive comments from the Executive Director of the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission. No legislative action will be taken on the cloud bridge itself, but the committee may vote on whether to schedule a limited meeting on Kahoʻolawe under Section 92-3.1(a), HRS, requiring a two-thirds vote.

• Discussion of reviving the Nāulu Cloud Bridge with restoration and reforestation plans
• Possible vote to schedule a limited meeting on Kahoʻolawe
• Consideration of waiver of video recording requirement for the limited meeting
• Comments from Michael Nahoʻopiʻi, Executive Director of Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission

Kōmike Aloha ʻĀina (2025-2027)

The Kōmike Aloha ʻĀina Committee will discuss the transition of Kalawao County to Maui County, including potential costs and operational responsibilities. The committee will also receive updates on the Kalaupapa Memorial Monument. No legislative action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion on transitioning Kalawao County to Maui County regarding State Senate Bill 1432 (2025), House Bill 1113 (2025), and Resolution 21-190
• Updates on the Kalaupapa Memorial Monument funding, purpose, vision, and construction timeline

Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027)

The Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee will hold discussions on public safety and security matters. No legislative action will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion on Bill 92, CD 1 (2025) regarding an intergovernmental agreement with the FBI for a joint terrorism task force
• Presentation from the Maui Bicycling League regarding electric bicycle safety
• Discussion with the Department of Police on using technology to detect, deter, and prevent criminal activities

Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027)

The Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee will review Resolution 26-5, which would authorize the County to accept a donation of four compact rapid deployable towers from STComms, Inc. for one‑year use by the Department of Fire and Public Safety. The committee may recommend adoption of the resolution, with or without revisions, and will discuss filing the resolution. The meeting will also include a discussion of Chapter 9.40 social host liability and Bill 17 (2026), but no legislative action will be taken on that item.

• Resolution 26-5: authorize acceptance of four mini cell towers donated by STComms, Inc. for fire department use (value exceeds $750 threshold)
• Review of Chapter 9.40 Maui County Code on social host liability and Bill 17 (2026) to repeal the chapter

Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee (2025-2027)

The Government Relations, Ethics, and Transparency Committee will discuss two resolutions involving legal matters. These include a settlement for a wrongful death claim and the appointment of special counsel for a police department arbitration case.

• Resolution 25-214: Settlement authorization for the Estate of Matthew Louis Perreira regarding a 2020 collision at Dairy Road and Hukilike Street
• Resolution 25-218: Designation of County of Hawaiʻi Office of the Corporation Counsel as special counsel for Maui Police Department arbitration (SHOPO Case M-2022-021)

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will consider three bills: Bill 2 (2026) to authorize the Board of Ethics to set staff salaries and cap the executive director's salary at $227,091; Bill 9 (2026) to amend the FY2026 budget with a $10,000,000 increase for integration of public and private water systems, plus revenue adjustments and adding 10 personnel to the Department of Water Supply; and Bill 10 (2026) to increase the information technology budget by $3,000,000. The Committee will also discuss FY2025 and FY2026 carryover/savings with the Department of Finance but take no legislative action.

• Bill 2: Authorizes Board of Ethics to set staff salaries and executive director salary cap of $227,091
• Bill 9: $10,000,000 budget amendment for integration of public and private water systems
• Bill 9: Adds 10 full-time equivalent positions to Department of Water Supply
• Bill 10: $3,000,000 increase for Information Technology Services operations
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2025/2026 carryover/savings (no vote)

Water and Infrastructure Committee (2025-2027)

The committee will consider two bills: Bill 176 (2025) authorizes the mayor to enter a 10-year agreement with the state Department of Land and Natural Resources for maintenance of Pi'iholo, Olinda, and Ala Luana roads; Bill 1 (2026) would allow subdividers to submit construction plans before written verification of water availability, at their own risk. Both bills have proposed CD1 versions with technical revisions, and the committee may recommend passage on first reading or file them.

• Bill 176 (2025): Authorizes mayor to enter intergovt agreement with DLNR for maintenance of Pi'iholo, Olinda, and Ala Luana roads for 10 years.
• Bill 1 (2026): Amends water availability policy to allow subdivision construction plan submittal before water supply verification, at subdivider's risk.
• Proposed CD1 for Bill 1 restructures code sections 14.12.040, 18.20.160, and 18.20.180.
• Proposed CD1 for Bill 176 makes nonsubstantive title and technical revisions.
• Committee may also consider filing the bills or other related action.

Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee (2025-2027)

The Water Authority, Social Services, and Parks Committee will hear an update on Maui's eviction mediation pilot and related social services. No legislative action is planned for this item. The committee will also discuss data on child abuse, neglect, domestic abuse, and human trafficking in Maui County. No legislative action is planned for that discussion either.

• Update on eviction mediation and related social services (WASSP-1(15))
• Child abuse and human trafficking prevention discussion (WASSP-1(16))

Council of the County of Maui

The Maui County Council will consider multiple ordinances on second reading, including a $5 million budget amendment to fund a grant to the Lahaina Community Land Trust for rebuilding. Other second-reading items address water conservation, restrictions on new private pools in West Maui, and a real property tax exemption for affordable housing. First-reading bills cover deadlines for property tax exemptions, advertising on county buses, and new regulations for factory-built housing in the Lahaina burn zone and low-speed electric bicycles.

• Bill 4 (2026) – $5,000,000 appropriation increase for grant to Lahaina Community Land Trust
• Bill 15 (2026) – amends code on factory-built housing in the Lahaina burn zone
• Bill 16 (2026) – new regulations for low-speed electric bicycles
• Bill 158, CD1, FD1 (2025) – second reading on water conservation and control
• Bill 161, CD1 (2025) – second reading imposing interim restrictions on new private swimming pools in West Maui

Special Committee on Real Property Tax Reform

The Special Committee on Real Property Tax Reform is reviewing Bill 142 (2025) regarding home and long-term rental exemptions. The body will consider whether to recommend the bill for passage, potentially including amendments to residency requirements and filing deadlines.

• Bill 142 (2025): Proposed adjustments to filing deadlines for Home and Long-Term Rental Exemptions
• Proposed CD 1 amendment to reduce County residency requirement for Home Exemption from 10 years to 5 years
• Proposed CD 1 amendment to delete the Long-Term Rental Exemption payment timing authorization
• Proposed expansion of Home Exemption qualifications for residents purchasing former transient accommodation properties

Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (2025-2027)

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee will discuss two bills amending the FY2026 budget: Bill 4 would add $5M to a grant for the Lahaina Community Land Trust (total $11M) and remove a condition; Bill 3 would appropriate $2M in insurance proceeds for the Komohana Hale Apartments rebuild. The committee will also discuss FY2025 and FY2026 carryover/savings. No votes are scheduled — discussion only.

• Bill 4 (2026): increase Department of Housing grant to Lahaina Community Land Trust from $6M to $11M using General Fund carryover/savings
• Bill 4 also deletes a $5M grant condition tied to the Open Space, Natural Resources, Cultural Resources, and Scenic Views Preservation Fund
• Bill 3 (2026): appropriate $2M in insurance proceeds from August 2023 Lahaina wildfires for the Komohana Hale Apartments Rebuild project
• Discussion of FY2025 and FY2026 carryover/savings with Department of Finance input

Council of the County of Maui

The Council of the County of Maui is reviewing several budget amendments and ordinances. Key items include wastewater infrastructure in West Maui, water conservation regulations, and real property tax exemptions for affordable rentals.

• Bill 177 and 178: $22,409,000 for Lahaina Wastewater Reclamation Facility upgrades
• Bill 161: Restrictions on new private swimming pools in West Maui until 2030
• Bill 168: New real property tax exemption for homes rented at 70% or less of HUD fair market rents
• Bill 4: $5,000,000 appropriation increase for Lahaina Community Land Trust
• Bill 9: $10,000,000 for acquisition and integration of private water systems and wells

Council of the County of Maui

The Maui County Council will consider Resolution 26-1 to amend Resolution 25-5, FD 1, concerning the voting members of its standing committees. The meeting also includes roll call, procedures for public written and oral testimony, and rules on decorum and video/audio interruptions.

• Resolution 26-1: Amending Resolution 25-5, FD 1, on the Council's standing committees' voting members
• Roll call of council members
• Presentation of written or oral testimony from the public
• Adoption of decorum rules for meeting conduct
• Procedures for handling video/audio interruptions

Housing and Land Use Committee (2025-2027)

The Housing and Land Use Committee will discuss a Temporary Investigative Group report on policies for transient vacation rentals in Apartment Districts and Resolution 25-230, which would refer a proposed bill to establish H-3 and H-4 Hotel Districts to planning commissions. No legislative action will be taken. A proposed amendment from Councilmember Paltin would require shoreline access and a liability waiver for coastal erosion costs for hotel district properties in sea level exposure areas.

• Discussion of Temporary Investigative Group report on transient vacation rental uses in Apartment Districts
• Resolution 25-230 referring a proposed bill to establish H-3 and H-4 Hotel Districts to Lānaʻi, Maui, and Molokai Planning Commissions
• Proposed amendment by Councilmember Paltin requiring shoreline access and 10% parking for shoreline access in H-3 and H-4 districts in sea level exposure areas
• Proposed amendment requiring owners not to hold County liable for future coastal erosion costs
• Committee may also discuss the TIG report as it relates to establishing the new hotel districts