AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHurricane Lowell recovery and relief: OHA approved up to $362,800 in emergency disaster assistance for Native Hawaiian families hit by Lowell, targeting direct household grants, community resource hubs and grocery help across Kauaʻi, Niihau and West Oʻahu. Power and infrastructure: Ala Moana Regional Park fully reopened after cleanup, while Honolulu is pushing residents to weigh in at a final community meeting on Oʻahu wastewater and storm water planning after Lowell’s disruptions. Local economy outlook: DBEDT projects Hawaiʻi’s economy will grow 1.3% in 2026, down from 2.5% in 2025, citing inflation pressure, fewer visitor days and modest job growth. Housing market snapshot: Urban Honolulu reported 65 home sales for the week ending Sept. 5, with a median price of $540,000. Public finance and accountability: Honolulu will pay $125,050 to settle claims that its tow contractor overbilled drivers, shifting the cost to taxpayers. Community trade: Honolulu’s new “Take One, Leave One” trinket boxes are spreading as a low-waste way to share items.
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