Sugimura to host March 27 community meeting on potential water source agreementCouncil Member Yuki Lei Sugimura will host a community meeting this Wednesday, March 27 from 6 to 8pm at Pukalani’s Mayor Tavares Community Center. The focus of the meeting will be on a potential water source development agreement between the County of Maui and Free Market Ventures, LLC.
The meeting should be of prime interest to residents of Kula, Haiku, Makawao, and Pukalani. However, all Maui residents may be affected by the agreement since water rates may rise countywide. Sugimura announced that the County Council is reviewing a resolution to authorize Mayor Richard T. Bissen’s administration to enter into an agreement with Free Market Ventures, LLC. The agreement would involve Free Market Ventures, LLC drilling wells in Kula and the County purchasing water from the private source. “Water is always such an important subject for our communities, particularly Upcountry,” said Sugimura, who is also the vice-chair of the council. “This agreement could potentially provide an added source for Upcountry, but it is important that we provide our residents with as much information as possible before making any decisions.” Participating in Wednesday’s meeting will be Department of Water Supply Director John Stufflebean and representatives from Free Market Ventures, LLC. Also speaking will be Dick Mayer who will be providing a critique of the proposed 30 year agreement that has many long-term and potentially expensive provisions. “I want to thank Director Stufflebean and Free Market Ventures for participating in our evening meeting,” said Sugimura. “An agreement such as this has wide-ranging impacts, and I appreciate these resources for taking the time to explain these impacts directly to our community.” Wednesday’s meeting will be televised and streamed by Akakū. Sugimura holds the council seat for the Upcountry residency area. She is also the chair of the Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee. Next KCA Board Meeting Tuesday April 2ndOur next KCA Board meeting is set for Tuesday April 2nd at the Kula Elementary School, Room P11. Meeting starts at 5:30pm.
Next KCA Community Meeting Wednesday April 17thThe agenda and specific topics for this meeting will be posted here as soon as they are confirmed. The main presentation will be by Maui Dept. of Water Supply Director, John Stufflebean, P.E. This meeting will be at the Kula Community Center.
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The KCA Board usually meets on the first Tuesday each month at 5:30pm. We are currently meeting in person at the Kula Elementary School room P11. To place an item on the agenda, please contact: KCA President, Bobbie Patnode, bobbiepatnode (at) fastmail.fm. Next Board Meetings: Tuesday April 2nd 5:30pm - Kula Elementary School room P11. Tuesday May 14th 5:30pm - Kula Elementary School room P11. Please note that this meeting was moved from the usual meeting date of the second Tuesday. KCA Board Vacancy The KCA Board has several vacancies and is seeking community members who would like to join the Board. Click here if you are interested and you will be contacted shortly thereafter. |
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