No 24 Wai'anae Coast Neighborhood Board Regular Meeting July 2026

The City and County Neighborhood Commission Office held the No. 24 Wai'anae Coast Neighborhood Board Regular Meeting on July 8, 2026. The meeting covered a wide range of community issues including public safety statistics from the Honolulu Fire Department and Police Department, concerns about feral and abandoned dogs impacting local wildlife and safety, and updates on water supply and quality. Significant discussion focused on environmental and military-related topics such as the impact of military training exercises, unexploded ordnance clearance, and environmental impact statements (EIS) related to military activities. The meeting also addressed local infrastructure projects, including flood mitigation efforts along Paaka Road and sewer improvements in the Makaha area, with references to budget allocations and project timelines. Community members raised concerns about emergency preparedness, wildfire risks, and the need for coordinated action on feral animal control, with calls for vendor involvement to address these issues. Several motions were passed, including extending the meeting time and rescheduling the next meeting due to elections. Board member appointments to various committees were also confirmed. While no specific contract awards or procurement decisions were detailed, the discussions highlighted ongoing and planned capital improvement projects and the need for interagency collaboration and funding support.