What's Being Discussed

Welcome and attendance check: The board will confirm enough members are present to conduct official business and introduce any guests.
Announcements: The chair will share information about upcoming community mental health events.
Meeting minutes: The board will review and approve the notes from the July 15, 2026 meeting.
Community concerns: Members of the public may raise issues related to mental health and substance abuse services on Oahu.
State Council update: Board member Jackie Jackson will report on activity at the state level.
Annual Hawaii Health Workforce Summit report: Maria Tesoro-Morioka from the Oahu Community Mental Health Center will present information about the summit, including agency data and behavioral health updates.

Decisions Expected

Approval of the July 15, 2026 meeting minutes — a formal vote is expected.
The board may discuss possible actions based on community input or information shared in the reports, though no other specific votes are listed on the agenda.

Who Should Pay Attention

Oahu residents concerned about mental health or substance abuse services in their community.
People who use or rely on community mental health programs on Oahu.
Healthcare workers and providers in behavioral health fields.
Anyone interested in public health workforce issues in Hawaii.

This meeting is open to the public and will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. You can attend in person at Lanakila Health Center in Honolulu or join via Zoom. Public testimony is welcome. For questions, contact Troy Freitas at (808) 478-6207 or troy.freitas@doh.hawaii.gov.