Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Voters To Decide Pay Raises For The Honolulu City Council
This comes after council members received a large controversial raise in 2023.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023
Honolulu Empty Homes Tax Proposal Advances
The bill was amended to earn the support of short-term rental owners.
City Auditor's Office
Honolulu City Auditor Resigns Nearly Halfway Through Her 6-Year Term
The City Council has not set a date to start a search for her replacement.
Ashley Miller/Civil Beat/2024
Honolulu Faces Opposition Over Sale Of Public Park
The parks department says the mini park offers little recreational value to the public, but some residents say the space should remain open to everyone.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023
It’s All About Water Quality And Housing For Windward City Council Candidates
A well-financed incumbent faces three challengers in the District 3 race.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Candidates To Replace Calvin Say On The Honolulu City Council Offer Contrasting Approaches
A policy-minded newcomer and a restaurant owner face a longtime state legislator.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Honolulu Bill To Rein In Fake Farms Threatens Real Ag Enterprises
Beekeepers, kennels and livestock owners say a proposed change to Honolulu’s land use ordinance would drive them out of business.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Proposals For Reforming Honolulu’s Pay Raise Process Split On The Question Of Who Should Decide
Seven charter amendments are currently being considered by council members, and the big question is who should get the final say on salary proposals.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Honolulu Salary Commission Considers Expanding Its Powers
Commissioners want to avoid controversial big pay bumps like last year’s by phasing them in. Meanwhile, they’re proposing a new 3% raise for council members and the mayor.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Honolulu’s On The Hook For Another $100K Defending Ex-Cops Sued Over Makaha Crash
The officers, who were fired this month by the Honolulu Police Department, are also facing criminal charges.