Exploring a Safer Future for Upcountry Water
For several years, we’ve been advocating for the unused State Agriculture Water Line that runs through upper Kula to be put to good use as a wildfire mitigation water source. After many discussions with the Department of Water Supply, there’s exciting progress—officials are now exploring how to activate and integrate this $10 million project into the Upcountry water system.
Advocating for Safety at Ōmaʻopio Road
The intersection of Kula Highway and Ōmaʻopio Road—just below Waipuna Chapel—has long been recognized as the most dangerous traffic spot in our area, with numerous accidents over the years. Thanks to our community advocacy and persistent lobbying of the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation for traffic signals and safety upgrades, construction on long-awaited improvements officially began on December 1, 2025.
Our Latest Achievements
Advocated for broader community input into the DLNR plans for Kamehamenui Forest Reserve in upper Kula
Brought Maui's Principal Archeologist to the community to share findings on the cultural significance of the Kula 273 property
Championed East Maui Water Authority's Community Conversation
to engage residents, people on water meter list, farmers, and more
Kept wildfire mitigation front and center with MEMA, Maui Wildfire Exposure Study and the new State Fire Marshal at community meetings
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October 9, 2025
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