Lanai Hydro, LLC; Notice of Preliminary Permit Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Competing Applications A Notice by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on 10/15/2010 http://federalregister.gov/a/2010-25961 October 7, 2010. On June 10, 2010, Lanai, LLC filed an application for a preliminary permit, pursuant to section 4(f) of the Federal Power […]
Work Continues on Tech Park Master Plan
by Trisha Smith, Maui Weekly November 2010 Although one of the most sophisticated business and scientific vocation locales on the island, the Maui Research & Technology Park (MRTP) in Kihei remains a mystery to many since its initial development nearly two decades ago. Home to the Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) and aerospace and computer […]
Fall 2010 Newsletter
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Injection Wells: Are There Any Alternatives?
The ongoing debate over the use of injection wells in Maui County has many people asking: “Are there viable alternatives to disposing of wastewater via injection wells?” Considering that legally permitted injection wells are linked to coral reef degradation and suspected of causing increasing incidences of staph infections in recreational water users, this is an […]
Major Projects List on Maui 2010
Here is a list of Maui’s already committed projects with over 100 units each. Please keep in mind that there are DOZENS of other projects with less than 100 units, plus ohanas, vacant lots, and large agricultural sub-divisions. Some of the Major Projects Already Entitled: (as of July 2010) Wailea 670 – 1,400 units Makena […]
Makena Resort investors default on loan
Development stalled indefinitely; fate of more than 500 employees uncertain The Maui News August 26, 2009. By CHRIS HAMILTON, Staff Writer MAKENA – Skittish lenders and real estate buyers apparently accomplished what hundreds of protesters couldn’t: halt the massive Makena Resort development in South Maui. At least for now. Everett Dowling, the Wailuku developer who […]