What's Being Discussed

Native Hawaiian Cultural Center at Kakaʻako Makai: OHA's Land Division and outside consultants will present findings from a feasibility study exploring whether a cultural center could be built at this Honolulu waterfront site. The committee will also hear about an upcoming public workshop on the area's future, scheduled for September 19, 2026.
Investment portfolio review: OHA staff will report on the performance of the Native Hawaiian Trust Fund for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.
OHA subsidiary agreements: The committee will receive a briefing on the operating agreements for two OHA-affiliated organizations, Hiʻilei Aloha LLC and Hiʻipaka LLC, and whether changes should be made to clarify the Board of Trustees' authority over them.
Possible TV station acquisition: The committee will discuss and vote on spending $127,500 to conduct a deeper financial and operational review of KITV and KIKU, two Hawaii television stations currently owned by the Allen Media Group, as OHA explores potentially purchasing them.
Kāneiʻolouma Heiau Complex on Kauaʻi: The committee will discuss a possible transfer of this culturally significant heiau site in Kōloa from the County of Kauaʻi to OHA.

Decisions Expected

Approve $127,500 for Phase II due diligence on the potential KITV/KIKU acquisition.
Approve up to $50,000 for continued due diligence on the proposed transfer of Kāneiʻolouma Heiau Complex to OHA.
Approve meeting minutes from August 26, 2026.

Who Should Pay Attention

Native Hawaiians and community members interested in cultural preservation and land stewardship
Residents who live or work near Kakaʻako Makai
Anyone interested in OHA's finances and investments
Kauaʻi community members with ties to Kāneiʻolouma Heiau in Kōloa