Kaua‘i County Council race by the numbers
Barring a major screw-up or an act of God - the top four vote-getters in Saturday’s primary election for Kaua‘i County Council seem to be a lock for the general.
More perspective on several Kaua‘i projects
In response to Debunking the House Bill Myths By Laurie Quarton — while the author of the Aug. 4, 2020, TGI article ‘Debunking the House Bill Myths’, has identified several projects on Kaua‘i that were constructed over the past few years, the author seems to be misinformed as to how these projects actually came about. While these projects were physically developed after the current housing ordinance (Ord. 860 effective as of December 10, 2007 without the mayor’s signature became Chapter 7A) these projects had nothing to do with meeting requirements imposed by this ordinance.
Residents defamed by DLNR Polihale press release
Wanted to share my perspective on the recent press release from the state of Hawai‘i DLNR (Department of Land and Natural Resources) released to the media.
Kaua‘i has learned from others’ virus mistakes
How sad. Hawai‘i was in such an enviable position. The virus came so late, and so slowly to Hawai‘i, that at each stage we had the opportunity to see and learn from what was happening in the Far East, in Europe, on the mainland, and to learn.
On the ‘we’ of politics, voting, and land-use maps
We are going to need everybody to help these next few days - everyone.
Debunking the House Bill Myths
Why are we repeatedly told that the existing housing policy has “netted zero affordable housing units” since 2008?
Vacation-rental agreement a good thing for island
As spring has turned to summer and fall is now on the horizon, it’s been a difficult number of months for everyone.
Finding the perfect candidate
There are good people and there are good candidates. But the two are not always in alignment, none are without flaws and all have strengths and weaknesses. An individual could be in many ways a wonderful person, but a terrible candidate. The reverse is also of course true.
Finding meaning for Hawai‘i
It has been almost two months since I wrote an op-ed piece titled “Grief for a World Killed by covid” (I still refuse to honor the germ by capitalizing it). Hawai‘i is still shut down to visitors, and the anticipated August opening has been moved back to September due to the spikes on the mainland and limited testing abilities available here.
Handicapping the Kaua‘i council race
Read on for important voting instructions, plus a simple guide to some basic voting strategy when it comes to the Kaua‘i County Council election.
Samaritans, emergency responders helped her
I am a 14-year returning resident to Kaua‘i and 17 years out here in Hawai‘i.
Smoke, gases from neighbor’s smoker sicken him
I’m usually a “live-and-let-live” type of person.
Don’t give in to fear, panic
These are frightening times. In my office, I talk with so many people who are unsettled and increasingly nervous about this virus. Many are confused and wonder how we can best survive this pandemic.
County has options to encourage affordable housing
Making it easier for developers and landowners to make more money by eliminating their requirement to provide affordable housing, is in my opinion bad public policy.
Don’t reopen Kaua‘i yet
Aug. 1, 2020 a date to reopen Kaua‘i or begin practicing safe distancing funeral procession? It has become plainly clear as to how the Corona-19 Virus is spread - uncontrolled human contact. Not wearing masks, not socially distancing, not following the science guided directions.
Ban chlorpyrifos immediately, create buffers
Why are we fighting two wars on Kaua‘i?
Give and take needed on affordable-housing bill
Upon its anticipated passage in the next couple months, Council Bill 2774 will bring forward a much-needed update to our County’s Housing Policy, which has provided very little new workforce housing or affordable housing for those folks who make too much money to qualify for federally-subsidized housing but not enough to afford market-rate housing.
It’s important to learn history
Dr. Thomas Sowell has produced some excellent videos about the history of slavery and racism, available on YouTube. It is heartbreaking to watch, but it is important to learn about our history. It is also appropriate to learn from a brilliant Black scholar like Dr. Sowell.
Gov. Ige should choose the Kauai COVID Committee plan
In response to the front page TGI article “Group wants double testing”, by Allan Parachini on July 2, 2020, we agree with the Kauai COVID Committee of Doctors and community leaders.
Eliminating affordable-housing mandate a bad idea
Councilmember KipuKai Kuali’i and Council Chair Kaneshiro have introduced Bill 2774 that if passed, will effectively eliminate the construction of any future workforce/affordable housing in the town cores of Lihue, Koloa, and Kalaheo.