AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoLahaina Recovery: The interim ʻUlu o Lele marketplace is set to open in September at the former Outlets of Maui site, aiming to bring back storefronts with 17 retail units, eight food trucks, and nightly entertainment—part of a broader, phased economic recovery effort. North Shore Relief: The Hawaiian Council launched a new shuttle to move visitors from Waikiki/Ko Olina to Waialua and Haleiwa, helping businesses still recovering from March’s Kona low storms without worsening local traffic. Housing Watch: A UHERO analysis says housing affordability has hit its peak decline, but Honolulu remains among the nation’s least affordable markets, with median prices far outpacing what median-income households can reasonably spend. Water Update: Emergency repairs to a well in Ocean View have been completed, ending “essential needs only” restrictions and reopening normal water use, with hauling operations resuming on a set schedule. Health & Compliance: The state issued a NOVO to a community care foster family home operator after a no-contest plea in a related criminal case, with orders to discharge clients and close unless a hearing is requested. Energy Oversight: Jon Itomura, newly chairing the Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission, says he’ll balance affordability and reliability while pushing toward the state’s 100% renewable goal. Wildfire Safety: HIEMA is urging fire safety over the July 4 weekend as wildfire season ramps up, especially in high-risk areas.
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