What's Being Discussed

Program update: Staff from the Coastal Zone Management (CZM) Program will give a report on current activities related to Hawaiʻi's coastal areas.
Hawaiʻi Beach Inventory Database: A presenter from Dewberry Engineering will share information about a new tool for tracking and viewing beach data across the state.
Green Fee legislative engagement: The council will discuss forming a small working group to follow and participate in state legislature discussions about the "Green Fee" — a funding source that supports coastal and environmental projects.
Hotspots discussion: The council will review areas of concern, including damage from the Kona Low storm, a weather event that caused coastal impacts.
Next meeting planning: Members will discuss the date, time, and topics for their next quarterly meeting.

Decisions Expected

Approval of meeting minutes from the May 22, 2026 quarterly meeting.
Election of a Chair and Vice Chair to lead the council.
Formation of a working group (called a Permitted Interaction Group) to monitor and advocate for coastal-related Green Fee funding during the legislative session.

Who Should Pay Attention

Residents who live near or use Hawaiʻi's beaches and coastlines
People interested in how state environmental funding is allocated
Communities affected by the Kona Low storm damage
Anyone concerned about coastal protection and ocean policy in Hawaiʻi

The public can attend in person at Aloha Tower Marketplace in Honolulu or join virtually via Zoom. Written comments may be submitted by email to dbedt.op.maczac@hawaii.gov before or during the meeting.