From: Richy Palalay <rpalalay98@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 9:27 PM
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Support of west Maui affordable housing

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,
Richy palalay

From: Kelsea Akau <kelsea808@icloud.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 9:24 PM
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,
Kelsea Akau

From: Michele Roman <michele.mr.roman@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 6:36 PM
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Housing projects

In the hope that you are actually listening to the voice of the people of Lahaina and Maui in general.
Not just the rich but the poor who have no other options than the beaches where they are beeing kicked out of. From Mala Boat ramp to Olowala and probably further North and South folks are beeing displaced some more, public bathrooms closed not only nights but days as well. This is no way to treat your constituants. I have pictures and a video to back my words.

Sincerely,
Michele Roman

From: Debi Javar <debijavar@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 6:34 PM
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: WEST MAUI BUDGET FOR LONG-TERM HOUSING

Please provide budget funding to ensure long-term housing for west Maui. There is a critical housing shortage and help is needed now. It has been almost 9 months since the disaster. Our people are still "living" in hotels or constantly moving. They have suffered more than enough.
Thank you for your support re this very important matter.

From: jennifer INDA <jinda808@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 5:15 PM
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Support West Maui affordable housing

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,

Jenn Inda

From: ajp@maui.net <ajp@maui.net>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 5:00 PM
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Support West Maui Affordable Housing

Aloha Maui County Council,
I am writing to ask the Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These two initiatives are the keys to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire and building them now is very important for the future of Lahaina and the whole West side.
Many West Maui residents are still in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,
James Padgett

189 Makaena Place
Pukalani, HI 96768
email: ajp@maui.net
Phone: (808) 268-1030

From: Amy Strong <amyzinglife@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 4:52 PM
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: West Maui Long Term Housing- please prioritize!!

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,
Amy Strong
Lahaina Resident

From: Catherine Velasquez <catherine_velasquez@yahoo.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 4:47:35 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Support West Maui Affordable Housing

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,
Catherine Velasquez

From: Susan Douglas <sd3@hawaii.rr.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 3:15:22 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Support West Maui affordable housing

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.

Warmest Mahalo and Aloha!

Susan Douglas
Writer & Healthy Life Coach
Kihei, Maui, HI 96753
H Landline: 808 879 1112 (You can call 24/7, if you get my machine you can leave a long message, NO texts)
sd3@hawaii.rr.com

From: mary drayer <mdrayerhome@msn.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 2:28:41 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Cc: mary drayer <mdrayerhome@icloud.com>
Subject: Support West Maui Affordable Housing

Aloha Maui County Council,

I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.

The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.

Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.

Also, our kūpuna were in dire need of housing before August 8th, 2023 – and the need is greater now. Please prioritize Maui County kūpuna as occupants. No HUD driven applicants please.

Mahalo,

Mary Drayer
557 Imi Dr
Wailuku, Hi 96793
808-244-5646

From: Julia Estigoy-Kaho'onei <jestigoyk@outlook.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 2:07:21 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Long Term Housing Initiative

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,

Julia Kamaile Estigoy-Kaho'onei
JEstigoyK@outlook.com

From: Lahaina Lo <lahainalo@yahoo.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 1:46:10 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: SUPPORT WEST MAUI AFFIRDABLE HOUSING

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,
Lori K Apo

From: Vicky F <vkeanaaina@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 1:38:21 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Support long term housing initiatives to avoid a housing cliff

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,
Victoria Fallas

From: Cambria Moss <cambria808@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 1:16:08 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Re: Automatic reply: PLEASE prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui

IT SHOULD BE EASIER FOR LOW-TECH SENIORS!!!

On Sat, Apr 27, 2024 at 12:52 PM BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us> wrote:
If you would like to submit testimony for the Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee (BFED) meetings on the FY 2025 Proposed Budget, please do not submit written testimony here.
Instead, please go to https://mauicounty.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx, find the meeting date for which you would like to submit testimony, and click on the link entitled eComment (which will open another page), then click on the committee item number and scroll down until you see the eComment box. Please also remember to type your name. When complete, click on the box entitled Submit Comment.
For general instructions on how to use eComment, please click on http://mauicounty.us/ecomment/.
If you have any questions, please contact BFED Committee staff at this e-mail.
Mahalo,
BFED Committee Staff

From: konapokipala@yahoo.com <konapokipala@yahoo.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 1:03:20 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject:

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo, Kona

From: palani adr-hi.com <palani@adr-hi.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:58:00 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: long-term housing initiatives in West Maui

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo
Palani Alexander

From: Cambria Moss <cambria808@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:51:29 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: PLEASE prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui

Aloha Maui County Council,MFD put out
We live in north Kihei, My family was lucky: we were evacuated the night of 8/8/23, then we watched the MFD put out the fire that was heading our way. The huge scary ball of orange fire and black smoke suddenly became a big cloud of white steam. We all cheered and went back to bed. We found out about Lahaina in the morning, and began volunteering to get supplies to the survivors.
The economy?? I was a wedding musician, but we are at 10% of normal. I was a trauma therapist in the past, so I am returning to that calling, to help Lahaina survivors to heal. No more suicides.
We are appalled with FEMA! I have dear beloved friends, good professional people who are still being evicted and moved around in hotels.
We usually call and write to ask for road repairs (some parts of SKR are terrible, but we pay so much for our auto license.)And we have some great ideas for county parks improvements...
But we just don't care about any of that now; affordable housing is our TOP priority, and should be yours as well.
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
Mahalo for your service to our beloved Maui,
Cambria Moss
61 Honuhula Street
Kihei, Maui, Hawaii
MauiSunsetMusic.com

From: Al Kemfort <al.kemfort@icloud.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:45:01 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: SUPPORT WEST MAUI AFFORABLE HOUSING

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,
Al Kemfort

From: Leslie Jaramillo <leslieuj@hawaii.edu>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:14:29 PM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: SUPPORT WEST MAUI AFFORDABLE HOUSING

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,
Leslie Jaramillo
Native Lahaina resident

From: Aloha Y’all! <melibmaui@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2024 11:36:16 AM (UTC-10:00) Hawaii
To: BFED Committee <BFED.Committee@mauicounty.us>
Subject: Support West Maui Affordable Housing

Aloha Maui County Council,
I urge Maui County Council to prioritize funding for long-term housing initiatives in West Maui, particularly for the Kaiāulu o Kupuohi and Pulelehua projects. These initiatives hold the key to providing stable housing for our families and individuals affected by the Lahaina fire, and their expedited construction is important.
The devastating impact of the fire has left thousands of West Maui residents in precarious living situations, with many still residing in hotel rooms or unstable accommodations even after almost nine months since the fire. The closure of breakfast and lunch programs in these hotel settings further highlights the challenges faced by our community. Additionally, more than a quarter of displaced individuals have been forced to leave the island due to the huge shortage of housing options.
Given that 87% of displaced residents are renters, the need for affordable housing on West Maui is critically urgent. Since the fire, no funding has been allocated for long-term housing projects in West Maui, exacerbating the housing crisis for affected families and individuals. Please prioritize building stable long-term dignified housing in West Maui.
Mahalo,
Catherine Melissa Whittington