What's Being Discussed

This is the seventh meeting of the State Planning Act Task Force, a group working to update Hawaii's long-term state plan. The meeting takes place on October 20, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, both in person in Honolulu and via Zoom.

The main focus is hearing findings from five specialized working groups, called Permitted Interaction Groups (PIGs). Each group will present what they studied and what they recommend. The five groups cover:

• Planning Systems & Governance — how government planning is organized and managed
• Economic Stewardship & Resilience — how Hawaii can build a strong, sustainable economy
• Housing & Community Stability — housing availability and keeping communities stable
• Culture & Place — protecting Hawaii's unique cultural identity and sense of place
• Climate Change & Resilience — preparing Hawaii for the effects of climate change

Note: Questions and discussion on these presentations will be held at the next Task Force meeting on October 29, 2026 — not at this meeting.

Decisions Expected

• A vote to approve the minutes from the previous meeting held July 29, 2026
• No formal decisions on the working group findings are expected at this meeting — discussion comes later

Who Should Pay Attention

• Hawaii residents interested in long-term planning for the state's future
• Anyone concerned about housing, the economy, climate, or cultural preservation in Hawaii
• Community organizations and advocates who want to submit public comments

Public comments can be submitted by email to claire.p.mccreery@hawaii.gov or by mail to the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development.