AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUtility Costs: Hawaiian Electric is seeking a two-stage rate increase that would add $170 million in annual revenue. Typical residential bills could rise by $11 to $15 a month by 2028, depending on the island. Housing Affordability: Hawaiʻi renters earning the state’s average renter wage would need to work about 86.6 hours a week to afford a two-bedroom rental, according to a new analysis. Honolulu’s Bill 7 program has completed 224 affordable homes since 2019—well short of its 500-a-year goal—though 776 more units have permits. Tourism and Jobs: The pending sale of Romer House Waikiki could cost all 62 hotel employees their jobs by year-end. Small Business: The Made in Maui County Festival drew more than 7,500 attendees, spotlighting local makers and businesses.
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