County of Maui News Release
Mayor Alan Arakawa announced today that applications are still being accepted for Boards, Councils, Commissions and Committees. The deadline for applications has been extended to this Friday, Jan. 14, 2011.
Responsibilities include hearing public testimony, reviewing policies and standards and
DBEDT Energy News Release
The first step in the long process of running an undersea electric cable between islands has begun. The State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) Energy Office has announced preparations for a programmatic environmental impact statement (PEIS) for the Hawaii Interisland Renewable Energy Program (HIREP). The PEIS will examine the impacts of the development of up to 400 megawatts (MW) of wind energy on Maui County, the transmission of that energy to Oahu via an undersea cable and its integration into Oahu’s electrical grid.
Maui Arts & Cultural Center News Release
This ancient saga begins with Pele’s migration to Kïlauea. Her spirit is lured by hula drums to faraway Kauai, where she finds a lover. The story details the quest of Pele’s younger sister, Hi`iakaikapoliopele, to retrieve her sibling's man, Lohi`auipo, the chief of all Kauai. After many adventures and trials on her way, Hi`iaka finds that the chief has been killed by the devious mo`o of that island. She must reunite his body and spirit, restore him to life through the rituals of healing and bring him safely back to their crater home. It’s a very human account of love and lust, jealousy and justice and peopled with deities, demons, chiefs and commoners.
The mystery and thought-provoking enchantment for Hi`iakaikapoliopele and her story was a visual feast of cultural emotion mixed with contemporary Hawaiian thinking. Abigail Kahilikia Jokiel, Pualani Lincoln, Keali`i Maielua and Matthew Kawika Ortiz will discuss their artwork ‘Hi`iakaikapoliopele: Visual Stories by Contemporary Native Hawaiian Artists’ on Dec. 14 from 6-7 p.m. at Kulana `Oiwi.
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Department of Land and Natural Resources News Release
Hunters have been given another chance at contributing to hunting regulation. The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) is extending the comment period for Hawaii Administrative Rule amendments for regulating game bird and mammal hunting, field trials and commercial shooting preserves. Public hearings were held statewide on November.
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TNC News Release
The Nature Conservancy’s Molokai office is sporting a new look – a large rooftop photovoltaic system that will significantly reduce energy costs while providing enough power to meet the office’s electricity needs for years.
“We were able to basically cover all of our energy needs and put a cap on our energy costs into the future,” said Suzanne Case, the Conservancy’s Hawaii executive director. “It’s good for Hawaii both economically and in terms of sustainability.”
The 8.88-kilowatt photovoltaic array was installed by Maui’s Rising Sun Solar at the Conservancy office in the Molokai Industrial Park on the hot leeward side of the island. The PV system, which cost $69,596, will use solar energy to power lights, electronics, air conditioning and other office needs.
“Tapping into the clean, renewable energy resources that Hawaii has in such abundance holds tremendous potential for Molokai, which has one of the highest electrical rates in the nation,” said Matias Besasso, a partner with Rising Sun Solar. “Not only can it reduce costs, but it can lead to job creation and greater energy independence and self-sufficiency for Molokai’s people.”
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Conservation Council for Hawaii News Release
The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources is proposing revisions to Hawaii Administrative Rules relating to hunting and game, and asking the public for their feedback. This is an opportunity to urge the state to change the hunting and game management paradigm to reduce the damage caused by introduced continental feral ungulates and game mammals, and provide more opportunities for hunters to help control animals and bring home the meat.
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Department of Land and Natural Resources News Release
Several improvements to the Kaunakakai Harbor have been in the works, and the state Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), in coordination with the Department of Transportation, invites the public to attend an information meeting regarding its proposed Maui to Molokai ferry system improvements project for the Kaunakakai Harbor.
The meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 8, 2010, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Mitchell Pauole Center.
The proposed ferry improvements at Kaunakakai Harbor include the conversion of the existing ferry shelter into a comfort station (a new covered passenger waiting area will also be provided), installation of a new sewer lift station and 6-inch force main, which will eliminate the existing septic system and leach field; and installation of a 12-inch and 8-inch fire protection waterline.
“We encourage potential users of this system to attend the meeting,” said Laura H. Thielen, DLNR chairperson. “This project will enhance the ferry facilities and provide the necessary supporting infrastructure for fire protection at the harbor and proper disposal of sewage to the County sewer system by eliminating an existing septic tank disposal system.”
Any person requiring special assistance (i.e. large print material, sign language interpreters etc.) is asked to contact Valerie Suzuki at (808) 587-0275.
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Mayor Charmaine Tavares is seeking volunteers to serve on county boards and commissions.
Sixty vacancies need to be filled on boards including the Maui, Molokai and Lanai planning commissions, the Police Commission and the Cultural Resources Commission.
Applications are available online at www.mauicounty.gov, as well as at all public libraries and numerous other county service centers.
Deadline to apply is Dec. 15, although applications will be accepted year-round to fill unexpected vacancies. For more information, call the Mayor's Office at 270-7855 or visit www.mauicounty.gov.
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