Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Oahu’s Historic Preservation Commission Finally Gets Members – 30 Years After Launch
The appointments are all volunteers and will still need to be confirmed by council.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
Catherine Toth Fox: It’s Not Time To Give Honolulu’s Leaders A Huge Pay Raise
Too many in the private sector have seen their wages stagnate since the pandemic.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Big Pay Hikes On The Horizon For City Leaders
The increases arise amid a wider conversation about how to hire and retain workers
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Honolulu Mayor Proposes Cautious $3.4 Billion Budget
$100 million for affordable housing and a $300 tax credit for some homeowners are also in the draft.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2018
Last Round Of Honolulu Covid Relief Money Released
Council members have previously raised concerns about households relying on the relief payments.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
City Measure To Restrict Concealed Guns In Some Areas Moves Ahead After Council Vote
Questions about how the law would be fully enacted have not yet been addressed.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
The Honolulu City Council Members Are More Like You Than You Might Think
Earning $69,000 a year means even the Honolulu City Council feels pressed by high housing costs and taxes.
Alicia Lou/Civil Beat/2022
Sea Life Park Facelift Moves Ahead
State lease agreements typically contain a provision that give the state a portion of any increased revenue on a site. Some raised concerns over the arrangement.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Honolulu Council Chair: ‘Remote Testimony Is Here To Stay’
A measure that opened the door to precluding citizens from testifying remotely at council sessions had officials issuing a clarification on Wednesday.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
New Council Sworn In But Remote Testimony May Be On The Way Out
Festivities at Honolulu Hale overshadowed a new rule that allows council members to avoid precisely saying if they support or oppose a motion.