What's Being Discussed

Approval of past meeting minutes from the July 16, 2026 meeting.
Updates from the State Health Planning and Development Agency (SHPDA), including progress on two statewide health programs — the Achieving Healthcare Efficiency Through Accountable Design (AHEAD) program and the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). Topics also include funding gaps across communities, upcoming legislative priorities, and staffing news.
A presentation on the Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center (WCCHC) by council member Chrissy Kuahine. This will cover current programs and opportunities for West Oahu residents, including:

Telehealth and teledermatology services
Healthcare teaching and training programs
A new EMT workforce program with American Medical Response (AMR)
Community CPR training and education
How Rural Health Transformation funding is being used to improve care and technology

Planning for future meetings, including scheduling and suggestions for upcoming presentations.

Decisions Expected

A vote to approve the July 16, 2026 meeting minutes.
Possible agreement on dates for future WOSAC meetings.

Who Should Pay Attention

West Oahu residents, especially those concerned about access to healthcare services in their community.
People interested in rural health, telehealth, or workforce development in healthcare.
Anyone who wants to provide public testimony — each speaker gets three minutes, and written testimony can be submitted by email, mail, or fax at least 48 hours before the meeting.