Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Honolulu City Council Delays And Defers Liquor Commission Nominations
Two nominees don’t currently meet state residency requirements.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Danny De Gracia: Quit Making Excuses And Start Paying Attention To The People You Put In Office
Elected officials don’t have to worry about upsetting you because they know you’re full of hot air.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Honolulu Property Owners Would Get Quick Relief With Tax Measures Passed By City Council
The two bills are meant to act as quick relief, with more comprehensive measures still in discussion.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
City Officials’ Pay Raises Weren’t Included In The Budget. Now What?
The city charter mandates that these raises be delivered, meaning officials have to scrape together the money from other sources.
Jake Indursky/Civil Beat/2023
Liquor Commissioners Commit To Improving Agency’s Outdated Systems And Poor Morale
Some Honolulu businesses have received more than one inspection a month and others none at all, the commission heard.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
New HPD Budget Adds Potential Hiring Bonuses, Boosts Chinatown And Community Policing
Recruiting incentives for new officers and civilian hires are under discussion.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Pay Increases For Honolulu City Council Members Remain On Track After Marathon Session
A bill that would prohibit council members from external employment was removed at a hearing Wednesday.
City Council Finalizes Budget At Heated Meeting
Council approved $3.4 billion budget focused on fighting crime and building homes.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Here’s Why The Salary Commission Thinks Big Raises For The Honolulu Council Are Warranted
Commission members say the pay for elected officials should reflect the jobs they do.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
The North Shore Hasn’t Had A Public Pool For Decades. It May Finally Be Getting One
Half of Hawaii’s kids can’t swim, and pools are less likely to be located near lower income communities.