Communications, Reports, and Council Oversight Committee Regular Session
The committee discussed an audit follow-up regarding nonprofit grants for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, leading to the closure of the file. Additionally, the committee received a presentation regarding the Hawaii Cesspool Prioritization Tool and the Act 217 Sewer Expansion Overlay, which detailed state-wide sewer expansion feasibility, cost modeling, and prioritization strategies for cesspool conversions.
Oct 20, 2026·Board meeting
Policy Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development Meeting
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The committee discussed and advanced Bill 204, which proposes a town revitalization program to provide grant funding for facade improvements, historic preservation, and building rehabilitation. Additionally, the committee addressed Communication 63, deciding to close the file following the completion of work by an ad hoc committee focused on affordable housing policies and updates to Chapter 11 of the county code.
Sep 16, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Hawai'i County Council Council Meeting Agenda
The Council reviewed various nominations for commissions and boards, including positions for transportation, public access and natural resources, game management, and cultural resources. Key agenda items featured resolutions regarding land acquisition for conservation, multi-year software license agreements, and several grant authorizations for programs such as community paramedicine, trial advocacy training, and bike share initiatives. Legislative proposals addressed zoning changes, operating budget amendments related to federal grants, requirements for native plants in landscaping, and procedures for clearing unsafe flora. Additionally, the Council addressed ordinances concerning public access preservation, general plan amendment procedures, and an executive session regarding a claim against the county.
Sep 16, 2026·Board meeting
Hawaii County Council Meeting
The meeting featured an opening invocation and the presentation of the Haweo award to a fire department employee in recognition of their dedication to the department's critical stress management and peer support program. The council also held a discussion regarding the upcoming Peace Week, emphasizing the community's commitment to peace, the symbolic role of peace poles and trees on the island, and the importance of supporting community well-being.
