Kauaʻi’s council members face daunting infrastructure needs, a shortage of workforce housing and declining visitor numbers on the island.

“We should prioritize the highest-risk cesspools using factors such as proximity to waterways, directing larger incentives toward those properties.”

“We need to invest in curbside pickup to improve the separation of garbage before it hits the landfills.”

“We will be unable to tackle other key issues like housing without infrastructure.”

“Waste-to-energy and a materials recovery facility may be part of the future, but they will not replace the current capacity threat.”

“Carve out 10-acre orchard plots to support all sorts of fruits that can thrive in the tropics.”

“All communities should be involved in ideas to help the county acquire revenue- generating assets.”

“Increased access to land and water for crop production should receive priority as well as reduced regulations for workforce housing.”

“Housing is a priority, but we must ensure that our tax policies remain fair and sustainable over the long term.”

“Tourism matters to our economy, but we should be asking what kind of relationship visitors have with this place.”