What's Being Discussed

Annual Report Update: Council members will receive an update on the EAC's annual report.
Meeting Minutes: The council will review and consider approving the minutes from its October 15, 2026 meeting.
Environmental Exemption Request: The council will review a proposed exemption list submitted by the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR). Exemptions allow certain government activities to skip a full environmental review under state law.
Outreach and Education: The council will discuss upcoming opportunities to inform the public and planning professionals, including a session with the Hawaii Congress of Planning Officials (HCPO) and potential public education forums.
Next Meeting Date: Members will discuss when to hold their next meeting and what topics to cover.

Decisions Expected

A vote to approve the October 15, 2026 meeting minutes.
A possible vote on whether to accept or modify the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation's proposed environmental exemption list.

Who Should Pay Attention

Environmental advocates interested in how state agencies handle environmental review requirements.
Community members near correctional facilities, since the exemption request involves the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Planning professionals who may be interested in upcoming HCPO sessions or public education forums.
Anyone who wants to give public testimony — written comments are accepted by email at dbedt.opsd.erp@hawaii.gov and must be submitted by 9:00 a.m. the business day before the meeting. Oral testimony can be given via Zoom or by phone.