Hawaii Association of Conservation Districts (Department of Land and Natural Resources)
East and West Kauai SWCDs Hurricane Lowell Support Discussion & September Combined Meeting
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What's Being Discussed
The East and West Kauai Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) are holding a joint meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The meeting will be held in person at the Department of Health Conference Room, 3040 Umi St., Lihue, and is also available via Zoom. The meeting is expected to run until 4:00 PM.
The main focus is Hurricane Lowell recovery support, including:
- Reviewing damage observed across Kauai
- Discussing how the SWCDs can help with recovery efforts
- Hearing from partner organizations about available resources and programs
- Identifying next steps for district action
The meeting will also cover regular district business, including staff updates on conservation programs, outreach activities, upcoming community events, and an update on office space.
Decisions Expected
- Selecting the 2026 Water Conservationist of the Year through nominations and a vote
- Voting to appoint a new Associate Director for West Kauai (candidate: Rhian Campbell, term ending June 2029)
- Deciding whether to form a Strategic Planning subcommittee and set a schedule for planning meetings
- Confirming dates and locations for the 2026 Annual Picnic and Annual Dinner
- Approving new cooperator agreements and conservation plans
Who Should Pay Attention
- Kauai farmers and landowners affected by Hurricane Lowell or interested in conservation programs
- Community members seeking information on hurricane recovery resources
- Conservation and agriculture partners invited to participate in recovery planning
- Anyone interested in volunteering at upcoming events like Project WET (Sept. 25) or the Hawaii Tropical Fruit Growers Conference (Oct. 2–3)
参加方法
これは公開会議です。すべての地域住民が参加し、証言を提供できます。会議は通常対面で行われ、オンラインでも参加可能な場合があります。