What's Being Discussed

This is a reconvened meeting of the Maui County Council's Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning (DRIP) Committee, originally scheduled for August 5, 2026. The committee will receive presentations and updates on Maui's long-term recovery efforts from the Office of Recovery and the Department of Water Supply. Key topics include:

• Long-Term Recovery Plan updates — progress on rebuilding infrastructure and developing the local workforce
• Disaster Case Management Program — the transition of this program from State to County control, with a focus on moving affected residents from temporary into permanent housing
• Proposed water system acquisition — a possible purchase of Launiupoko Irrigation Co.'s water infrastructure and a portion of Kamehameha Schools land in Ku'ia to support recovery efforts

The committee also expects to hold one or more closed (executive) sessions to privately discuss negotiations related to acquiring public property and to consult with legal counsel.

Decisions Expected

No formal votes or legislative actions are planned at this meeting. The committee will receive information and discuss these topics, but any binding decisions would happen at a future meeting.

Who Should Pay Attention

• Maui wildfire survivors still in temporary housing who may be affected by the Case Management Program transition
• West Maui residents and farmers who rely on water infrastructure in the Launiupoko and Ku'ia areas
• Anyone interested in Maui's overall recovery progress, including infrastructure rebuilding and workforce programs

The meeting is open to the public in person in Wailuku or online via Microsoft Teams. Public testimony is limited to 3 minutes per person.