County hosting virtual, in-person workshops for Kaua‘i Climate Adaptation and Action Plan

The County of Kaua‘i Planning Department will hold a series of virtual and in-person workshops in May and June, to discuss climate adaptation strategies with the community.

The purpose of the Kaua‘i Climate Adaptation and Action Plan is to analyze the county’s vulnerability to climate change and provide recommendations to build resiliency into county policies, programs, and planning.

“County services and infrastructure will be drastically impacted by climate change,” said Kaʻāina Hull, Planning Director. “We are engaging residents on adaptation strategies such as managed retreat transfer of development rights, and nature-based solutions.”

A virtual workshop will be held on Wednesday, May 10, from 5 to 7 p.m., via Zoom. Participants are asked to pre-register on the Kaua‘i CAP website, Kauaiadaptation.com.

A series of in-person workshops will be held as follows:

• Thursday, May 17, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Līhu‘e Civic Center’s Mo‘ikeha Conference Room 2 (also known as the Planning Commission Room)
• Thursday, June 1, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Kōloa Neighborhood Center
•  Tuesday, June 6, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Waimea Neighborhood Center
• Tuesday, June 13, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the St. Catherine’s School Cafeteria
• Thursday, June 15, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Hanalei Elementary School

A light dinner will be provided at all in-person workshops. The workshops will build upon previous community engagement, public surveys, and technical assessments. The project consultant is Raimi + Associates, with support from Dr. Chip Fletcher and HR&A Advisors. For more information, please visit Kauaiadaptation.com.

Additionally, an online poll will be available on Kauaiadaptation.com from May 10 to June 21, where the public can rate and comment on the proposed strategies presented.

If you need an auxiliary aid or other accommodation due to a disability, contact Marie Williams at the Planning Department at 808-241-4050 or plankauai@kauai.gov as soon as possible. Requests made early will allow adequate time to fulfill your request. Upon request, this notice is available in alternate formats such as large print, Braille, or electronic copy.