What This Committee Does

The Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee reviews Maui County's proposed annual budget, tax rate ordinances, bond authorizations, and economic development programs. It holds department briefings during the annual budget cycle, reviews audit reports, and considers legislation related to county financial policy and business development incentives.

Why You Should Care

The county budget determines funding for roads, parks, police, fire, water, and social services across Maui, Moloka'i, and Lana'i. Testifying during the spring budget cycle is the most direct way for residents and business owners to influence how public money is spent in their communities.

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