No 36 Nānākuli-Māʻili Neighborhood Board Regular Meeting April 2026

The No 36 Nānākuli-Māʻili Neighborhood Board held its regular meeting on April 21, 2026, convened by Chair Malia Augustine. The meeting featured reports from various public safety departments including Fire, Police, and Ocean Safety, with discussions on emergency preparedness and community incidents. A significant portion of the meeting focused on community concerns related to flooding and infrastructure damage from recent storms, with detailed dialogue on flood mitigation studies, drainage projects, and the allocation and prioritization of FEMA and state emergency funds. The Department of Agriculture representative provided updates on emergency farmer relief programs and federal funding for public infrastructure. Council Member Andrea Tupola addressed issues including flood mitigation, landfill opposition, and upcoming police chief selection. The board also conducted nominations and voting to fill two at-large vacancies. Additionally, a resolution opposing the proposed renaming of Pilioahi Avenue was passed, affirming support for the original name based on community input. Presentations included updates on community recovery funding from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and a briefing on the Hawaii Cable Landing Station project, which aims to enhance digital infrastructure with minimal environmental impact. The meeting underscored ongoing community advocacy for infrastructure improvements, emergency response enhancements, and cultural preservation.