Government Operations and External Affairs Committee (Part 2 of 2) - 2026-03-17
Approves Nomination of Maile Ann Luhavai to Cost of Government Commission, 8-0
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The County Council approved 97% of 204 recorded land-use decisions this period. Most frequent dissent: James Hustace (18 of 37 recorded votes).
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The Government Operations and External Affairs Committee approved five nominations to various county boards and commissions. Key confirmations included Steven Pavao and Maile Ann Luhavai to the Cost of Government Commission, Doreen L.
- Jurisdiction
- Hawaii County, HI
- Governing body
- Final authority
- Date
- March 17, 2026
- Decisions
- 5 zoning decisions
- Outcome
- Approved, 8-0
Meeting Summary
The Government Operations and External Affairs Committee approved five nominations to various county boards and commissions. Key confirmations included Steven Pavao and Maile Ann Luhavai to the Cost of Government Commission, Doreen L.
Key Decisions (5)
Nomination of Alan K. Okamoto to Liquor Commission
Nomination of Steven Pavao to Cost of Government Commission
Nomination of Maile Ann Luhavai to Cost of Government Commission
Market Signals (3)
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