Marina Riker/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaiian Homes Commission Chooses Water Policy Expert As First Rep On East Maui Water Board
Monday’s vote marks one of the last steps in setting up the 11-member board that will help shape East Maui’s water future.
Marina Riker/Civil Beat/2022
Should Maui Raise The General Excise Tax? Public Can Weigh In Monday
Supporters say the surcharge will fund projects that benefit all county residents. Others have their doubts.
Marina Riker/Civil Beat/2023
Former Mayor Arakawa, Kalo Farmers Among 6 Chosen For New East Maui Water Board
The County Council’s selections marked the culmination of a weekslong power struggle over control of the board that will help shape the region’s future.
NOAA/Paul Hasley
Catherine Toth Fox: From King Tides To Whale Watching, Community Scientists Keep Research Afloat
We can all do science, and many organizations rely on the public for major projects.
Marina Riker/Civil Beat/2023
Maui County Is Looking For Volunteers To Help Pick Nominees For Key Jobs, Boards
Applications to serve on the new Independent Nomination Board are due June 29.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
It’s Still Unclear Who Will Fill The DHHL Seat On The New East Maui Water Board
As the council moves to vote later this week, the member recommended by DHHL may have to wait for Hawaiian Homes Commission approval.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaii’s Struggle To Provide Health Care For Rural Islands Nearly Turned Tragic For This Expectant Mom
For months the fragility of a vital air link endangered the health of people across rural Hawaii. The state is still trying to fix it.
Courtesy: Maui County/2023
Maui Ethics Board: You Can’t Keep Those $400 Koa Digging Sticks
The traditional sticks are commonly given to dignitaries by developers at groundbreaking ceremonies.
Marina Riker/Civil Beat/2022
Former Mayor, Ex-Mahi Pono Exec Now Want To Steer East Maui鈥檚 New Water Board
The council is considering the additional applicants as DHHL scraps its initial recommendation of Jonathan Likeke Scheuer.
Marina Riker/Civil Beat/2023
Maui Residents Fight To Save Kihei鈥檚 Last Wetlands
County officials continue to approve new building permits close to shore despite rising seas.