The St. John's Kula Festival will be on Sept. 23rd this year from 9am to 4pm. Lots of ono food, produce, kids games, crafters, auction and live entertainment all day long. Proceeds shared with 2 local non profits. Visit the website http://stjohnsmaui.org/event/st-johns-kula-festival-3/ or call 878-1485.
The American Red Cross is recruiting disaster volunteers in Maui County in preparation for hurricane season, which starts on June 1st. “We need our communities prepared for disasters before they occur. One critical piece is to have trained volunteers on standby and ready to respond,” said Michele Liberty, Red Cross Maui County Director. “We encourage new volunteers to join the Red Cross ohana and support our mission of helping those in need.”
The Maui Red Cross is seeking volunteers to join our disaster response teams on Maui, Lanai and Molokai. From hurricanes to house fires, the Hawaii Red Cross responds to disasters statewide every 4 days. Whether it’s one displaced family or thousands of disaster victims, Hawaii Red Cross volunteers are there to help. This is what the Red Cross is about- neighbor helping neighbor- down the street, across the nation, and around the world. All disaster training is provided free of charge. If interested in becoming a Red Cross volunteer, the first step is to register online at http://www.redcross.org/local/hawaii To register, 1) click on ‘Volunteer’; and then 2) click on ‘Becoming a Volunteer’. Once applications are completed through the Volunteer Connection system, the Red Cross will contact interested individuals about signing up for basic disaster classes. Call the Maui Office at 808-244- 0051 with any questions, or for more information on the training.
Invitation to Attend 2nd Community Workshop on Source Water Protection for Maui County's Ag Sector - Tuesday 05/23
The County of Maui Department of Water Supply (DWS) is excited to announce that, in partnership with the Hawaii Rural Water Association (HRWA), we will be hosting the second of a three part workshop series focused on source water protection for the agricultural sector in Maui County. The event is open to the public and will engage participants in discussions regarding Best Management Practices (BMPs) intended to address Potentially Contaminating Activities (PCAs) that could pose risks to source water quality, including municipal and private wellheads. The workshop will be educational and interactive, and will offer opportunities for event participants to contribute to developing community based solutions intended to address source water protection for the Maui County agricultural sector. The concepts and recommendations emerging from these community discussions will be used as a basis to explore federal, state and county financial assistance opportunities for future source wa ter protection efforts. WHEN: 5:00pm – 7:00pm on Tuesday, May 23, 2017. WHERE: University of Hawaii Maui College (UHMC) Kahului Campus (In Person) 310 W. Ka’ahumanu Avenue Ka’a’ike Building Room 105CD Kahului, HI 96732 UHMC Molokai Education Center (Remote/Video Connection) Molokai Room 103 375 Kamehameha V Highway Kaunakakai, HI 96748 UHMC Lanai Education Center (Remote/Video Connection) Lanai Conference Room 329 7th Street Lana’i City, HI 96763 UHMC Lahaina Education Center (Remote/Video Connection) Lahaina Conference Room 60 Kenui Street Lahaina, HI 96761 UHMC Hana Education Center (Remote/Video Connection) Hana Conference Room 5101 Uakea Road Hana, HI 96713 Please direct any questions about this workshop to Alex de Roode or Robert DeRobles with the Department of Water Supply Water Resources & Planning Division by calling (808) 463-3110. We look forward to seeing you at the workshop!
How will Kaiser’s take-over of Maui Memorial and Kula Hospital affect your medical care?
Introducing MAUI HEALTH SYSTEM – starting July 1, 2017 Ray Hahn, Senior V-P and Hospital Administrator, and David Ulin, MD, Associate Medical Director, Operations, Pacific Permanente Group will discuss changes to Maui Memorial Medical Center and Kula Hospital and Clinic which will officially be operated and managed by Maui Health System, a Kaiser Foundation Hospitals LLC. After their presentation they will attempt to answer questions prepared in advance and audience questions about medical procedures, the transition to new management, hospital access for your doctor, costs, insurance, etc. HALE MAKUA Director, Mr. Wesley Lo, will describe Hale Makua services both within their 2 long-term care facilities and in providing home-health care for many residents of our community. RAT LUNGWORM Lissa Strohecker Maui Invasive Species Committee How can we protect our gardens and community from the introduction of a Rat Lungworm infestation? Closing Comments – KCA Vice-President Dick Mayer PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN LOCATION AND TIME
Rat Lungworm informational session for growers, gardeners and landscapers will be held in Kula April 20, 2017 at Kula Community Center 6:00pm-7pm and in Kahului April 25, 2017 at UH Maui College Community Service Building 5:30pm-7pm. MauiNow.com March 31, 2017
The Maui Department of Water Supply has declared a Stage 1 water shortage in the Upcountry district of Maui, effective Sunday, April 9, 2017, due to reduced surface water flow and a lack of rain. At Stage 1, the water rates remain the same. Due to the lower than normal water levels, customers may notice a change in water taste and/or smell; however, the State Department of Health has determined that the water from Upcountry Maui is safe to drink. On-going testing continues to show an absence of harmful bacteria and other pathogens in the water; the Department of Water Supply will continue to monitor and test the water, and provide periodic updates. By law, the Director of Water Supply, with the approval of the Mayor, is authorized to declare a water shortage whenever the water supply becomes inadequate in any area in the County due to a period of drought, an infrastructure or mechanical malfunction, natural disaster, or other event causing a water shortage. A Stage 1 water shortage exists if the Director determines that anticipated water demand in an area is projected to exceed available water supply by 1-15%. Due to the declaration of a Stage 1 water shortage, all Upcountry water consumers are asked to conserve water and to avoid any unnecessary water use until further notice. Water conservation measures taken now could prevent the progression to a Stage 2 water shortage. For full details please see: MauiNow.com March 31, 2017
Several folks have asked what was being constructed in the new sub-division just below King Kekaulike High School intersection on the Old Haleakala Highway. This is the Kualono Project. This will be a "gated community" with no "affordable houses" (apparently the county did not require it). All of the lots have already been sold.
For details please visit: http://kualonoliving.com/
2/15/2017
Understanding some of the significant changes that are taking place on Maui will be the subject of our Kula Community Association’s meeting at 7pm this Wednesday, February 15 at the Kula Community Center. Beginning at 6:30pm the usual great refreshments will be available. The Kula Community Association has asked Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa to discuss a number of issues that will be of interest to residents: - a) potential control and uses of the East Maui Irrigation System which is the water source for much of the upcountry area; - b) county plans to purchase the West Maui (Na Wai Eha) Water System; - c) the status of the long-delayed Maui Island “Water Use and Development Plan”; and - d) the status of the required update of Maui Island’s six community plans which the Mayor several months ago asked to be put on hold. Upcountry’s new Councilmember Yuki Lei Sugimura will discuss the priority issues on which she will be focused at the Maui County Council. Planner Jen Maydan from the Long-Range Division of the Maui Planning Department will update plans to amend our old community plans. An important component will be getting resident input that will be respected by the County Council when the Council finally adopts our community plans. All members of the Upcountry community are welcome at this community meeting. Phone 283-4376 for information. Here is a notice about the Maui Regional Board (HHSC) public meeting next week. This is an opportunity to ask questions about the transition to Kaiser and get information about our plans for the future.
Tuesday, December 13, 2016 5:00PM Pukalani Pool Annex Karey Oura Kapoi Maui Memorial Medical Center 221 Mahalani Street Wailuku, HI 96793 T: (808) 442-5663 F: (808) 442-5112 C: (808) 633-1454 kkapoi@hhsc.org to discuss the Water Use + Development Plan
· UpcountryMaui: November 30 (Wednesday): 6-9 pm, Mayor Hannibal Tavares Community Center, 91 Pukalani St, Pukalani Agenda + Meeting materials Maui County Preliminary Report - November 15, 2016 (214 pages pdf) - See more at: http://www.kulamaui.com/#sthash.DkWuiW9X.dpuf NEXT WEEK - three upcoming meetings
to discuss the Water Use + Development Plan · West Maui/Lahaina: November 28 (Monday): 6-9 pm, West Maui Senior Center, Room 115, 788 Pauoa St, Lahaina. Materials for Review · Central+South Maui: November 29 (Tuesday): 6-9 pm, Velma-McWayne Santos Community Center, 395 Waena St, Wailuku · UpcountryMaui: November 30 (Wednesday): 6-9 pm, Mayor Hannibal Tavares Community Center, 91 Pukalani St, Pukalani Maui County Preliminary Report - November 15, 2016 (214 pages pdf)
November 16, 2016
Understanding some of the significant changes that are taking place upcountry will be the main subject of our Kula Community Association’s meeting at 7pm this Wednesday, November 16 at the Kula Community Center. Beginning at 6:30pm. "In the spirit of Thanksgiving we will be sharing the usual great refreshments." Desserts are welcome. Maui has an emerging new industry: the legal production and sale of cannabis for medical use. Teri Freitas Gorman, Director of Community Relations & Patient Affairs for Maui Grown Therapies (one of Maui’s two state-licensed medical cannabis dispensaries), will discuss the opening of Maui’s new cannabis businesses. Ms. Gorman will explain the Stateʻs new medical marijuana dispensary laws and how this new therapy can be used. . Gorman is a fifth generation Maui girl who has more than two decades of executive experience in community relations and marketing. After the Kula Community Association elects its 2017 officers and directors, the annual Malama Kula award will be awarded to a person who has contributed so much to the betterment of our community. For his lifetime contributions the award was presented last year to Mayor Elmer Cravalho who recently passed away. We will also hear from Haleakala National Park chief of interpretation Polly Angelakis regarding upcoming changes at the national park including the status of new commercial operations. Angelakis grew up near Boston and hiked Haleakala when she was an exchange student at UH Manoa in 1985. The experience inspired her to become a park ranger. Her background is in environmental education, volunteerism, and interpretation. She has worked in 11 national parks and at the National Capital Region. Since there is a State mandate to become 100% renewable by 2045, Maui Electric President Sharon Suzuki will share MECO’s plans for making the transition from relying on fossil fuels to expanding the use of renewable energy resources. Maui Electric is now able to chart its future course since the PUC decided not to allow Nextera to take over the company. All members of the Upcountry community are welcome at the meeting. Beginning at 6:30 pm, and "In the spirit of Thanksgiving we will be sharing the usual great refreshments." Desserts are welcome. Phone 283-4376 for information.
Chris Bachaus, Principal shared this update at the KCA board meeting on 10/4/16 - Link to the Update
September 7, 2016
Mr. Dave Taylor, Director, Maui County Water Department will give our upcountry community an update on important water issues: a) the new rules on residential water-fixture counts; b) the status of the proposed Maui Island Water Use and Development Plan; and c) the ongoing efforts to issue Upcountry water meters. Dr. James Leary, Invasive Weed Management Specialist, Maui Agriculture Research Center will discuss the very invasive Glycine plant and what is or is not being done to fight it. Then he would like to hear from audience members regarding other invasive species issues which they are most worried about and need to be addressed. Mr. Erik McLellan, G. M., Skyline Eco-Adventures will cover the company history and operations (off Crater Road), its community involvement in an upcoming Zip for Trees event, and its application for a Haleakala Nat’l Park commercial permit. This Wednesday’s meeting will be both an educational and pleasant evening with your neighbors! All Maui residents are welcome! KCA membership is NOT required to attend meetings but encouraged. For information: 283-4376.
May 18, 2016
Listen in Person: Kula Community Center 6:30pm Or Listen LIVE on Maui’s AKAKU TV Channel 55 With two Councilmembers stepping down after completing their five terms, several new candidates are seeking to join the Council. In other races new challengers are attempting to replace incumbents. How can voters decide? For those who like the lively “action” of a political event, all residents are strongly encouraged to come to the candidate forum sponsored by the Kula Community Association to hear the candidates live and to meet them in person. Maui residents will also be able to watch LIVE on their home televisions. AKAKU will broadcast this candidate forum live from 6:30pm to 9pm this coming Wednesday, May 18 on cable channel 55. The top two vote-getters in each County Council non-partisan primary will square off in November’s general election. Our Four Candidate Panels
“While some candidates will tout their achievements, others will critique the way things have been done in the past and suggest ways to improve county operations. The forum should be interesting; it certainly will not be dull.” This will be an opportunity for residents to sit back and watch a live event in the comfort of their home, or to be part of the action at the Kula Community Center.
February 24, 2016
Our Maui County departments operate to serve resident and community needs. Heading some of those departments are four newly appointed directors. The community meeting will have these directors clarify their plans and respond to questions from our upcountry residents. This will be an opportunity to express your concerns and hear those of your neighbors. Director Kaʻala Buenconsejo, (Dept. of Parks and Recreation) Director Don Medeiros, (Dept. of Transportation) Director Carol Reimann, (Dept. of Housing and Human Concerns) Director Stewart Stant, (Dept. of Environmental Management) Agricultural Land Property Tax: Also on the agenda will be a presentation from the Agriculture Working Group on the related issues and impact of proposed changes in the County’s property taxation of agricultural lands. The bill, BF-70, would eliminate our current “agriculture-use value” assessment, changing all agricultural lands to a “market value” assessment. The bill is expected to be on the agenda of the Budget and Finance Committee on Monday, Feb. 29th, at 1:30. more on BF-70 and KCA position (includes transcript of this presentation) Kula Elementary School update, "Malama Kula" award, Maui County Governance, Father Damien11/18/2015
November 18, 2015
Election – Kula Community Association 2016 KCA Officers and Boardmembers will be elected at this general meeting. Nominations for 2016 KCA Officers and Board: Pres. Doreen "Pua" Canto, Vice-Pres. Bobbie Patnode, Treas. Shelley Maddigan, Secty. Paul Mikolay. Board Members: Chuck Carletta, David Jenkins, Vinnie Linares, Dick Mayer, Gina Flammer, Victor Reyes, John Wilson, Debbie von Tempksy Advisory Committee: Jim Crowe, Alan Kaufman, Mitch Silver, David Jenkins Kula Elementary School Principal Chris Bachus will describe the school’s efforts to initiate an agriculture program and let our community know about the upcoming Harvest Festival. "Malama Kula" Award will be presented by the Kula Community Association to Maui Mayor (Retired) Elmer Cravalho and Kula School Principal Chris Bachaus This award recognizes acts or contributions that reflect the KCA purpose and/or vision. The Vision of the Kula Community Association is to preserve open space, support agriculture, maintain a rural residential atmosphere, and to work together as a community. The Specific Purpose of this association is to improve the quality of life for the residents of Kula, to promote civic welfare, and generally to benefit the community of Kula. Maui County Governance Dale Bonar will explain Maui County Council’s effort to examine the governance of our county’s operations and to make possible recommendations to improve the governance structure. These efforts may lead to a Charter amendment on the 2016 election ballot. Father Damien Kula resident and KCA Board member Vinnie Linares will perform selected parts of the one man play, Father Damien, - a play he has performed since 2000 in Hawaii, on the mainland, and in Europe . While performing specific and important parts of the play, Vinnie will also entertain questions about Damien, leprosy, and relate Damien's historical significance to Hawaiian history . Preparing for a Disaster, new programs at King Kekaulike HS, and Haleakala's solar telescope9/9/2015
September 9, 2015
Preparing for a disaster, new programs at King Kekaulike High School, and Haleakala’s solar telescope will be the topics at 7pm this Wednesday, September 9 at the Kula Community Center. Beginning at 6:30pm the usual great refreshments will be available. Officials from Maui Electric Company and Maui County’s Civil Defense Office will discuss what residents can do to protect themselves before and during a disaster. In our upcountry region this could be a major storm, a wildfire, an earthquake, or an influx of coastal residents fleeing a tsunami. Are we ready? King Kekaulike High School’s new principal Mark Elliott will describe programs and changes at the high school. With the construction of the school’s new $30 million theater will there be greater opportunities for the community to consider the campus as its upcountry cultural center? The solar telescope on Haleakala’s summit has resulted in considerable controversy. Proponents feel that the advances resulting from the telescope’s operations will provide major scientific benefits. Concurrently, there are those that are strongly opposed to locating the telescope on the summit. Both sides have been invited to present their case to the community, but only those who oppose the construction have accepted the invitation. Kilakila ‘O Haleakalā’s Kiope Raymond will describe the telescope’s history and the legal issues that are still being argued in court. Kānaka activist Trinette Furtado will explain the rationale and goals of those who recently have protested the telescope by attempting to prevent the delivery of materials to the summit.
May 20, 2015
Mr. Wes Lo, Maui regional Hospital Director Dr. Nicole Apoliona, Clinic Medical Director, Kula Hospital Dr. Lui Hokoana, Chancellor, University of Hawaii Maui College Significant changes in both Maui’s health care and higher education are happening. Upcountry residents can learn about them at the Kula Community Association’s meeting at 7pm this Wednesday, May 20 at the Kula Community Center. Beginning at 6:30pm the usual great refreshments will be available. Maui Regional Director Wes Lo and Dr. Nicole Apoliona, Kula Hospital and Clinic Medical Director, will clarify the recent legislation authorizing Maui Memorial Medical Center and Kula Hospital to transition their operations and facilities into a public-private partnership. Mr. Lo will provide: a rationale for why the conversion is needed; the likely time frame/schedule; and the potential new private partners. Of special importance will be the medical changes -- for better or worse -- that we might expect at both Kula Hospital and Maui Memorial. Dr. Apoliona will discuss changes that might occur at Kula Hospital from a public-private partnership and the special challenges for the hospital given its unique mission as both a long-term care provider and as an emergency and clinic facility. New University of Hawaii Maui College Chancellor and Kula resident Lui Hokoana will speak on the transition of Maui Community College into a four-year institution. Will there be new degree offerings, an expanded faculty, and continuation of the two-year vocational/technical programs? Of interest to upcountry residents is the relationship of the college to the expanding telescope operations on Haleakala’s summit.
February 18, 2015
Upcountry residents can learn about the potential for upcountry Maui to become much safer and healthier at the Kula Community Association 7pm meeting on Wednesday, February 18 at the Kula Community Center. Beginning at 6:30pm the usual great refreshments will be available. Our new Maui County Police Chief Tivoli Faaumu, a 29 year police veteran, will address ways in which his department can better communicate with the public and how to reduce the level of fear in the community. Chief will address traffic issues, bike safety, and police presence in the upcountry areas. Dr. Nicole Apoliona, Medical Director, Kula Hospital and Clinic, will share the latest legislative efforts to authorize Kula Hospital and Maui Memorial Medical Center to enter into an agreement with a private entity to transition its facilities and operations into a new private, non-profit Hawaii entity. Charnan Carroll, Program Manager, Community Emergency Preparedness (CERT) Team, will speak on how to prepare ourselves and family members to best respond to emergency situations. CERT training prepares everyone to stay calm and useful in a natural disaster, to be helpful to your family and neighbors. CERT training is fun and interesting as residents learn how fire, police, first aid, radio communications and weather reports work to keep us safe.
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