Summary
Currently South Maui's green waste goes to the landfill while a private facility composts in Waikapū, outside the plan area. The committee converted the action into a policy supporting land-use entitlements for a composting operation within the plan area, and flagged a broader General Plan conversation.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
The original action carried a $10 million county cost; the new policy approach shifts the burden toward private enterprise.
Residents and businesses who could divert green waste from the landfill and access local compost.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Disaster Recovery, International Affairs, and Planning Committee (2025-2027) — September 22, 2026
Currently South Maui's green waste goes to the landfill while a private facility composts in Waikapū, outside the plan area. The committee converted the action into a policy supporting land-use entitlements for a composting operation within the plan area, and flagged a broader General Plan conversation.
Water and Infrastructure Committee (2025-2027) — March 9, 2026
Paltin pushed for a pilot program reviving green waste collection bins; the department says it's still exploring options and working on a composting permit, with green waste currently needed to bulk sewage sludge for landfilling.
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