What's Being Discussed

The Kāneʻohe Bay Regional Council is holding a meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. The main topic is a review of the Kāneʻohe Bay Master Plan recommendations. Specifically, the council's temporary committee will:

• Recap the work and process completed so far on the Master Plan
• Discuss what the next steps should be going forward

The Kāneʻohe Bay Master Plan is a planning effort managed by the state's Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) to guide the future care and management of Kāneʻohe Bay and its natural resources.

Decisions Expected

No formal votes or binding decisions are expected at this meeting. Both agenda items are listed as non-action items, meaning the council will discuss and exchange information but will not take any official action.

Who Should Pay Attention

• Kāneʻohe Bay users — including boaters, fishers, divers, and recreational visitors
• Windward Oʻahu residents who care about the health and future of the bay
• Environmental and conservation advocates interested in bay management
• Anyone who has been following the Kāneʻohe Bay Master Plan process

The public can attend in person at Windward Community College (Hale ʻĀkoakoa, Room 101) or join online via Zoom (Meeting ID: 845 0208 5323, Passcode: 3yBnVN). Written testimony can be submitted by email to DLNR.aquatics@hawaii.gov or by mail to DLNR's Division of Aquatic Resources in Honolulu. Those needing disability accommodations should call (808) 587-0100 at least 72 hours in advance.