Whatʻs on the minds of Maui residents? This version of Maui Nowʻs letters includes topics about speed bumps, Kīhei High School roundabout, tourist parking fees at beaches, Jones Act, ivermectin, long TSA lines, reducing vacation rentals, Maui High graduation changes and feral fowl.
Lt. Gov. Josh Green will serve as Hawaiʻi’s ninth governor. The state saw a lower-than-usual election turnout with about 40% of registered voters coming out. HPR’s Sabrina Bodon reports on election results.
A new Maui County law amends the lighting ordinance with the goal of protecting Hawaiʻi’s wildlife. Mayor Mike Victorino signed Bill 21 into law this week.
County-subsidized housing on Maui will soon follow new pricing guidelines. It's the county’s attempt to define affordable housing. HPR’s Sabrina Bodon has more.