What's Being Discussed

Liloa Drive Extension – Eminent Domain: The committee will review a resolution that would allow the county to use eminent domain to acquire private property needed for Phase 1 of the Liloa Drive Extension road project. Eminent domain is a legal process where the government can purchase private land for public use, even if the owner does not wish to sell.
North-South Collector Road and Kihei Drainage: The committee will hear presentations on plans to acquire properties for a new collector road and a drainage improvement project in Kihei. Two related budget bills would fund these purchases. No vote will be taken at this meeting — this is a discussion only.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Requirements: The committee will consider a bill that would update Maui County's Energy Code and zoning rules to require electric vehicle parking spaces and charging infrastructure in new developments.

Decisions Expected

The committee may vote to recommend the eminent domain resolution (Resolution 26-177) to the full Council, with or without changes, or choose not to advance it.
The committee may vote to advance the EV parking bill (Bill 121) to its first reading before the full Council, with or without changes.
No formal vote is expected on the Kihei drainage and road property acquisitions at this meeting.

Who Should Pay Attention

Property owners near Liloa Drive or along the proposed North-South Collector Road in Kihei
Residents and businesses affected by Kihei flooding or drainage issues
Developers, contractors, and property owners interested in electric vehicle charging requirements for new construction
Anyone concerned about how the county acquires land for public infrastructure projects