Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees Meeting
The board addressed action items from the Beneficiary Advocacy and Empowerment Committee regarding the East Maui ditch and water diversion system, expressing support for stream restoration and community-led public governance. The board also approved Capital Improvement Project (CIP) grant awards for the fiscal year 2027, providing funding for restoration efforts on Kauai and land acquisition for a charter school on Hawaii Island. Additionally, the board authorized budget realignments and the carryover of unspent funds to support the military lease land initiative, which encompasses strategic planning, legal analysis, and community engagement efforts regarding U.S. military lease lands in Hawaii.