Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
New HPD Budget Adds Potential Hiring Bonuses, Boosts Chinatown And Community Policing
Recruiting incentives for new officers and civilian hires are under discussion.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Pay Increases For Honolulu City Council Members Remain On Track After Marathon Session
A bill that would prohibit council members from external employment was removed at a hearing Wednesday.
City Council Finalizes Budget At Heated Meeting
Council approved $3.4 billion budget focused on fighting crime and building homes.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Here’s Why The Salary Commission Thinks Big Raises For The Honolulu Council Are Warranted
Commission members say the pay for elected officials should reflect the jobs they do.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
The North Shore Hasn’t Had A Public Pool For Decades. It May Finally Be Getting One
Half of Hawaii’s kids can’t swim, and pools are less likely to be located near lower income communities.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Calls Mount For The Honolulu City Council To Vote On Salary Increases
UPDATES: Many constituents feel that the increases are a “slap in the face,” and they want more accountability.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Honolulu Council Members Seek To Make The Chamber A Full-Time Job Amid Pay Criticism
Two measures would ban council members from having other jobs in a move aimed at ensuring they focus all their attention on the public’s business.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Vacant Homes Would Be Taxed At Higher Rate Under Possible City Plan
Honolulu officials have been keeping an eye on how Maui has managed the issue.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Your 2023 Honolulu City Council Guide: What To Know
Whether you’re looking to attend a hearing or submit testimony on a bill, here’s what you need to know.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Electricity Rate Shock Hits City Hall Too
Global oil prices have caused Honolulu’s utility bills to jump nearly $20 million this year.