Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
City Measure To Restrict Concealed Guns In Some Areas Moves Ahead After Council Vote
Questions about how the law would be fully enacted have not yet been addressed.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
The Honolulu City Council Members Are More Like You Than You Might Think
Earning $69,000 a year means even the Honolulu City Council feels pressed by high housing costs and taxes.
Alicia Lou/Civil Beat/2022
Sea Life Park Facelift Moves Ahead
State lease agreements typically contain a provision that give the state a portion of any increased revenue on a site. Some raised concerns over the arrangement.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Honolulu Council Chair: ‘Remote Testimony Is Here To Stay’
A measure that opened the door to precluding citizens from testifying remotely at council sessions had officials issuing a clarification on Wednesday.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
New Council Sworn In But Remote Testimony May Be On The Way Out
Festivities at Honolulu Hale overshadowed a new rule that allows council members to avoid precisely saying if they support or oppose a motion.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2018
Honolulu Permit Applicants May Get Refunds If Approval Takes Too Long
Applicants are currently kicked to the back of the line, and have to pay fees all over again, if their permit application expires.
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Bill To Prohibit Concealed Guns From Sensitive Places Passes First Reading at Honolulu Council
Following three hours of public testimony Tuesday, Bill 57 will next be heard in the Executive Matters and Legal Affairs committee.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
A Historic Day For Honolulu: Preservation Commission Gets Green Light
A combined effort between Mayor Rick Blangiardi and City Council member Esther Kiaaina is making the commission a reality after 30 years.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Honolulu Council: Okimoto, Weyer, Dos Santos-Tam Secure Seats
Council Chairman Tommy Waters has won reelection.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Certain Home Repairs Should Bypass Honolulu Permitting Department, Councilwoman Says
Council Member Tupola says this is part of a package of bills aiming to reform DPP.