Highlighted News Stories From Maui, Late November 2022
New Bill to Expand Upcounty Agricultural Park, Focusing on Organic Crops
A measure has been introduced that would implement organic standards and regulations in the expansion area of the Kula Agricultural Park. This will allow local Maui farmers increased access to labor and land resources to support local food production. In order to increase the availability of locally grown, nutritious foods and decrease the use of chemicals in our soil and watershed, the County will use approximately 260 acres as mixed-use with a focus on regenerative farming practices. The area would cover county-owned land that borders Omaopio and Pulehu Roads. Read more about the bill.
Lahaina Workforce Project Continues Construction
Site work for Kaiaulu o Kuku’ia continues. The workforce housing project is scheduled to feature 200 apartment homes mauka of the Lahaina Gateway Shopping Center and consist of 25 two-story, eightplex buildings. See how the build is progressing.
Governor-Elect Promoting Japan Hawaii Travel
Josh Green, Hawaii’s new governor-elect and his wife, traveled to Japan on Friday to meet with government officials and travel industry partners to promote travel and business between Hawaii and Japan. While away, the transition team will for the Green administration to review and assess applications and resumes for critical positions and appointments. Learn more about their trip.
Groups Come Together to Promote Olowalu Reef Restoration
A group of organizations are proposing the implementation of several projects that will help restore the natural environment of the Olowalu reef. The proposed actions will enhance the reef’s resilience to withstand sediment runoff, sea level rise, floods, wildfires, axis deer and other issues. The is composed of community members, private owners, The Nature Conservancy, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Aquatic Resources, and Maui Nui Marine Resource Council. Learn more about their efforts.
Upcountry Market Update
We offer many educational resources so that you can stay up-to-date with Maui Real Estate. If you are considering buying or selling in Wailea or Makena, take a look at the following South Maui market report.