What's Being Discussed

Forest stewardship program: The Board will consider how to continue managing the Nā Manu ʻElele Land Steward Program, which supports conservation work on forest lands.
Land transfer to schools: A piece of state land in Waipio, Oʻahu may be transferred to the Department of Education via a quitclaim deed.
Rent relief briefing: Staff will provide an informational update — no vote expected — on possible rent reductions for people holding state land permits whose properties were damaged in the 2026 severe weather events.
Routine permit renewals: The Board will consider renewing annual revocable permits for state land users on Hawaiʻi Island and Oʻahu.
Kauaʻi health facility land deal: A long-standing lease in Hanapepe, Kauaʻi may be reassigned and ultimately transferred to Hawaii Health Systems Corporation – Kauaʻi Region for health-related purposes at no cost.
Church lease update in Kauaʻi: A rent adjustment for The Way of Salvation Church's state land lease in Kapaʻa, Kauaʻi will be considered.
Housing and library in Kaʻū, Hawaiʻi Island: The Board may approve allowing the Department of Human Services to build housing units and the Hawaiʻi State Public Library System to build a public library on state land in the Kaʻū district.

Decisions Expected

Approval of a contracting process for the forest steward program
Land deed transfers and lease amendments on Oʻahu, Kauaʻi, and Hawaiʻi Island
Renewal of multiple state land permits
Approval of housing and library construction on state land in Kaʻū

Who Should Pay Attention

Residents and organizations near affected lands on Oʻahu, Kauaʻi, and Hawaiʻi Island
Current holders of state land revocable permits, especially those impacted by 2026 storms
Community members in Kaʻū interested in new housing or library services
Conservation and environmental advocates following the forest steward program