What's Being Discussed
This is a regular meeting of the Oahu Nā Ala Hele Advisory Council, the group that advises the state on managing public trails and access on Oahu. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom. Key topics include:

Program updates: A new Trails and Access Specialist (James Harmon) has been hired, and the program is being renamed the "Outdoor Recreation Section."
Storm damage and repairs: Several trails were seriously damaged by severe weather, including a Kona Low storm. Updates will be given on Manoa Falls, Kealia Trail, Poamoho, Waimano, Kanealole, Hau'ula Loop, and Kaunala — most have been repaired or reopened.
Ongoing trail projects: Topics include a rockslide closure on Mānoa Cliff, a Little Fire Ant closure at Maʻakua Trail, a draft reservation system for Kaiwa Ridge, stair removals, erosion management, and adding Pauoa Flats Trail to the commercial tour inventory.
Legislation: A discussion of HB 2218, which would allow the state to enter into community co-management agreements for natural resources.
Program Plan: A long-term program plan is currently in a public comment period, with a final version expected by the end of the year.
Trail user group reports from hiking, hunting, mountain biking, equestrian, trail running, off-road vehicles, rock climbing, and environmental education representatives.

Decisions Expected

Approval of minutes from the previous meeting.
Discussion of volunteer clearing permit standards and new memoranda of understanding with volunteer organizations.

Who Should Pay Attention

Hikers, trail runners, mountain bikers, equestrians, hunters, and off-road vehicle users on Oahu
Volunteers or organizations involved in trail maintenance
Residents near affected trails, including Manoa Falls, Kealia, Maunawili, and Honouliuli
Anyone interested in how state trails are managed and funded