What This Committee Does

The Disaster, Resilience, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2023-2025 term) reviewed legislation related to emergency management, disaster recovery, long-range land use planning, sister city relationships, and international affairs. In the wake of the 2023 Lahaina wildfire, this committee played a central role in reviewing recovery ordinances and rebuilding frameworks.

Why You Should Care

Disaster preparedness and recovery planning directly affect every Maui County resident. This committee shaped the county's response to the Lahaina wildfire and reviewed proposals for improving emergency communication, evacuation planning, and long-term rebuilding. Resident input during these discussions helped guide recovery priorities.

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