What's Being Discussed

Deep sea mining: The board will consider adopting an official policy position on ocean use and deep sea mining.
Budget matters: Several financial decisions are on the table, including funding a staff research position, adjusting the legal services budget, and reallocating money within the federally funded Native Hawaiian Revolving Loan Fund.
Native Hawaiian Cultural Center: The board will consider creating a new independent nonprofit to operate the center, with up to $5.7 million in startup funding over three years.
OHA-owned land in Kakaʻako Makai: The board will discuss requiring project labor agreements with construction trade organizations for development on OHA's land.
Updates to two OHA subsidiaries: Changes to the operating agreements for Hiʻilei Aloha LLC and Hiʻipaka LLC will be considered.
Board conduct policy: A first reading of updates to the Trustee Code of Conduct, including rules on confidentiality and sanctions for violations.
Closed (executive) session: The board will privately consult with attorneys on two active lawsuits involving OHA.

Decisions Expected

Votes on all budget adjustments and funding approvals listed above
A vote on establishing the nonprofit Cultural Center entity and releasing seed funding
Possible action on whether to appeal a court ruling in the Ferreira v. OHA case
First reading only (no final vote yet) on the updated Trustee Code of Conduct

Who Should Pay Attention

Native Hawaiians who benefit from OHA programs and services
Cultural and environmental advocates interested in deep sea mining policy or the Native Hawaiian Cultural Center
Construction workers and contractors who may work on Kakaʻako Makai development projects
Anyone following OHA's financial decisions or its ongoing legal matters