Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
My name is McKinley Eads, and I am the project manager overseeing the rebuilding of 838 Front Street that was destroyed by the Lahaina wildfires.
I am writing in strong support of Bill 156 (2025), which provides a critical solution for restoring the unique architectural features that gave Front Street its historic charm and pedestrian-friendly character—awnings, canopies, marquees, balconies, and similar structures that extended over sidewalks and public rights-of-way.
Bill 156 allows these features to be rebuilt—legally, safely, and to the same size and scale that was previously built—provided they meet building code standards and do not pose risks to public health or safety.
As someone actively managing the rebuilding of a property lost to the fires, I can say with certainty: the process of recovery is already incredibly complex—even when trying to rebuild exactly what stood before. Without legislation like Bill 156, we risk losing not just buildings, but the character and identity that made places like Front Street so special.
These architectural elements provided more than just aesthetic value—they offered shade, comfort, and a distinctive sense of place. Their restoration is essential to preserving Lahaina’s cultural and commercial vitality.
I respectfully urge you to pass Bill 156 to help ensure that Lahaina’s historic character is not lost in the process of rebuilding.
Mahalo for your consideration.
Respectfully,
McKinley Eads
My family has been proud community members, business operators and landowners of Lahaina for over 100 years. I am also in support of Bill 156 as it will restore the unique charm and feel of Lahaina we all know and love. Please help us to achieve our collective goal to bring back the beauty and glory of Lahaina.
My name is Allison Herzog, and I am submitting testimony in support of Bill 110 and Bill 156. My family owns The Gallery Ltd building at 716 Front Street. It has been in my family for four generations, established by my great-grandfather. We are committed to the future of rebuilding Front Street and restoring Lahaina’s historical buildings as best as we can.
Regarding Bill 156: We support Bill 156. We are hoping to rebuild our building as we did before and to reflect the historic architecture style. That includes the awnings, which add to the personality of the buildings and provide shade to encourage enjoyment of strolling down Front Street. Rather than encroach on the pedestrian traffic of Front Street, awnings help preserve the character and feel of our historic neighborhood.
Passing Bill 156 is an important step to allow us clarity and momentum to rebuild.
Aloha Chair, Vice Chair, and Members of the Committee,
My name is Jay Miyaki and our family owns the property at 764 Front Street. We are currently in the rebuilding process.
I am submitting testimony in support ofBill 156. I am the owner/operator of (Business Name) and am deeply committed to the future of our Lahaina community.
Regarding Bill 156: This bill represents an important step toward rebuilding Lahaina in a way that honors its historic charm and timeless character, the same qualities that have drawn residents and visitors alike for generations. As we rebuild, it is essential that we preserve the look, feel, and essence of Lahaina; not only through its structures, but through its aesthetics and the community energy that once filled its streets.
By supporting Bill 156, we can help ensure that Lahaina is rebuilt in a way that respects its history, its people, and its identity.
Mahalo for your time, consideration, and continued support of Lahaina’s recovery and future.
Aloha Chair Cook, Vice Chair Sugimura and members of the Maui County WAI committee,
I am writing to ask for your support in passing Bill 156 to "except" certain properties impacted by the Lahaina fires from current County Code requirements. As a multi-generational Lahaina resident and business owner, I feel confident this measure and others like it, will help ease some of the difficulties of rebuilding our Historic town. Your attention to this is appreciated.
Mahalo,
James 'Kimo' Falconer
Lahaina resident and business owner
Aloha Chair Cook, Vice Chair Sugimura, and Members of the Committee,
Please see attached:
Front Street Bills_ABC Stores.pdf
Mahalo.
Aloha Chair and Members of the Maui County Council,
My name is McKinley Eads, and I am the project manager overseeing the rebuilding of 838 Front Street that was destroyed by the Lahaina wildfires.
I am writing in strong support of Bill 156 (2025), which provides a critical solution for restoring the unique architectural features that gave Front Street its historic charm and pedestrian-friendly character—awnings, canopies, marquees, balconies, and similar structures that extended over sidewalks and public rights-of-way.
Bill 156 allows these features to be rebuilt—legally, safely, and to the same size and scale that was previously built—provided they meet building code standards and do not pose risks to public health or safety.
As someone actively managing the rebuilding of a property lost to the fires, I can say with certainty: the process of recovery is already incredibly complex—even when trying to rebuild exactly what stood before. Without legislation like Bill 156, we risk losing not just buildings, but the character and identity that made places like Front Street so special.
These architectural elements provided more than just aesthetic value—they offered shade, comfort, and a distinctive sense of place. Their restoration is essential to preserving Lahaina’s cultural and commercial vitality.
I respectfully urge you to pass Bill 156 to help ensure that Lahaina’s historic character is not lost in the process of rebuilding.
Mahalo for your consideration.
Respectfully,
McKinley Eads
Aloha,
My family has been proud community members, business operators and landowners of Lahaina for over 100 years. I am also in support of Bill 156 as it will restore the unique charm and feel of Lahaina we all know and love. Please help us to achieve our collective goal to bring back the beauty and glory of Lahaina.
Mahalo,
Wanda Parker
Aloha Members of the Committee,
My name is Allison Herzog, and I am submitting testimony in support of Bill 110 and Bill 156. My family owns The Gallery Ltd building at 716 Front Street. It has been in my family for four generations, established by my great-grandfather. We are committed to the future of rebuilding Front Street and restoring Lahaina’s historical buildings as best as we can.
Regarding Bill 156: We support Bill 156. We are hoping to rebuild our building as we did before and to reflect the historic architecture style. That includes the awnings, which add to the personality of the buildings and provide shade to encourage enjoyment of strolling down Front Street. Rather than encroach on the pedestrian traffic of Front Street, awnings help preserve the character and feel of our historic neighborhood.
Passing Bill 156 is an important step to allow us clarity and momentum to rebuild.
Mahalo,
Allison Herzog
Aloha Chair, Vice Chair, and Members of the Committee,
My name is Jay Miyaki and our family owns the property at 764 Front Street. We are currently in the rebuilding process.
I am submitting testimony in support ofBill 156. I am the owner/operator of (Business Name) and am deeply committed to the future of our Lahaina community.
Regarding Bill 156: This bill represents an important step toward rebuilding Lahaina in a way that honors its historic charm and timeless character, the same qualities that have drawn residents and visitors alike for generations. As we rebuild, it is essential that we preserve the look, feel, and essence of Lahaina; not only through its structures, but through its aesthetics and the community energy that once filled its streets.
By supporting Bill 156, we can help ensure that Lahaina is rebuilt in a way that respects its history, its people, and its identity.
Mahalo for your time, consideration, and continued support of Lahaina’s recovery and future.
Maui No Ka Oi!
Please see attached.
Aloha Chair Cook, Vice Chair Sugimura and members of the Maui County WAI committee,
I am writing to ask for your support in passing Bill 156 to "except" certain properties impacted by the Lahaina fires from current County Code requirements. As a multi-generational Lahaina resident and business owner, I feel confident this measure and others like it, will help ease some of the difficulties of rebuilding our Historic town. Your attention to this is appreciated.
Mahalo,
James 'Kimo' Falconer
Lahaina resident and business owner