What's Being Discussed
The Maunakea Management Board will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting takes place both in person at the Institute for Astronomy (640 N. Aohoku Place, Hilo) and online via Zoom.

Transition to the Maunakea Stewardship and Oversight Authority (MKSOA): Updates on the ongoing shift in how Maunakea is managed, including progress on a joint management plan, a new long-term master transition plan, and requests for proposals related to an Environmental Impact Statement and administrative rules.
Hurricane Lala damage update: The board will receive a report on damage caused by the hurricane.
Draft Master Plan Amendment Proposal: A proposed change to the Maunakea Master Plan will be presented, along with information about a public online feedback form.
Kahu Kū Mauna Report: An update from the advisory council focused on the cultural and natural resources of Maunakea.

Decisions Expected

The board will vote to approve the minutes from the August 4, 2026 meeting.
The board will enter a closed-door (executive) session to consult with legal counsel about its role and responsibilities in the joint management arrangement with MKSOA.
Discussion and possible action on the Draft Master Plan Amendment Proposal.

Who Should Pay Attention

Residents and community members interested in how Maunakea is managed and protected
Native Hawaiian cultural practitioners and advocates
Astronomy and science community members connected to observatories on Maunakea
Anyone affected by Hurricane Lala damage in the area
Members of the public who want to submit written or oral testimony — oral testimony registration deadline is 7:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting