What's Being Discussed

Meeting minutes: The commission will review and approve the record of its previous meeting held on August 13, 2026.
Closed (executive) session: Commissioners will meet privately with their attorneys to discuss legal matters related to the commission's powers and responsibilities. Specifically, they will discuss a disputed AmeriCorps claim and a potential settlement. This portion of the meeting is not open to the public.
Public comment: Members of the public may speak or submit written comments on any item listed on the agenda.

Decisions Expected

Approval of the August 13, 2026 meeting minutes.
A vote on settling a disputed AmeriCorps claim — following the closed legal discussion, the commission will vote publicly on whether to approve the settlement.

Who Should Pay Attention

AmeriCorps members and program participants in Hawaiʻi who may be affected by the disputed claim or its settlement.
Nonprofits and organizations that partner with or receive funding through AmeriCorps programs in the state.
Members of the public interested in how national service and community volunteer programs are governed in Hawaiʻi.

The meeting takes place on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom. Public testimony must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026. Contact the commission at hicncs@hawaii.edu or (808) 956-8145 to participate or request accommodations.