What's Being Discussed

This is a reconvened meeting of the Maui County Council's Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning (DRIP) Committee, continuing work from October 7, 2026. The sole agenda item is:

• Bill 108 (2026) – South Maui Community Plan Update: The committee is reviewing a proposed plan to replace the older Kihei-Makena Community Plan with a new South Maui Community Plan. This long-range planning document guides how land is used and how communities grow in the South Maui region.
• The discussion will focus primarily on Section 3: Growth Framework, which addresses how and where future growth and development should occur in South Maui.
• The committee may also discuss Section 1 (Plan Framework) and Section 5 (Appendices).

Decisions Expected

• No vote will be taken on the Growth Framework section (Section 3) at this meeting — it is discussion only.
• The committee may consider and vote on amendments to other sections of the plan.

Who Should Pay Attention

• South Maui residents, especially those in Kihei and Makena, as this plan will shape the future of their communities.
• Property owners, developers, and businesses in the South Maui area.
• Environmental and community advocates interested in land use, housing, and growth policies.
• Anyone concerned about long-term planning decisions for Maui County.

Public testimony is welcome in person in Wailuku, online via Microsoft Teams, by phone, or in writing. Oral testimony is limited to 3 minutes per person.