What's Being Discussed
The Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council (JJSAC) Compliance Sub Committee is holding its 4th Quarter meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. The meeting is available both in person at the Princess Victoria Kamamalu Building in Honolulu and via Zoom.

Compliance monitoring updates: A review of juvenile justice violations recorded so far in 2026, and efforts to recruit a representative from the Honolulu Police Department.
County reports: Representatives from Maui Sheriff, Maui Judiciary, Kauai County Police, Maui County Police, and Hawaii County Police will each provide updates.
State planning: The committee will review progress on the current 3-Year State Plan (federal fiscal years 2024–2026) and begin planning goals for the next cycle (2027–2029).
Meeting minutes: Approval of minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting.
Public comment: Community members may speak for up to 3 minutes per item or submit written testimony.

Decisions Expected

A vote to add Major Robert Towne as a new committee member, which would change the quorum requirement from 3 of 5 to 4 of 6 members.
Nominations and selection of a Vice Chair and Secretary for the Compliance Committee.
Approval of the February 17, 2026 meeting minutes.

Who Should Pay Attention

Parents, families, and advocates involved in the juvenile justice system in Hawaii.
Representatives from county police departments and the judiciary.
Community members interested in how Hawaii monitors compliance with juvenile justice laws and plans future youth services goals.