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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Maui County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Tutu and Me traveling preschool funding
Federal cuts are closing all four Maui Tutu and Me sites this fall, leaving roughly 200 keiki and their caregivers without the program. The mayor's budget includes $1.2 million — the two-thirds share PIDF still needs for Maui County sites — and parents testified emotionally that the program is their lifeline.
UH Maui College expansion into old Lanai Youth Center
UH Maui College's Natalie Ropa asked the county to consider letting the college use the soon-to-be-vacant old youth center for early college classes, a permanent CNA/LPN nursing lab, and adult education — supporting students who will stay on Lanai.
Hana student travel funds follow-up
Mary Brooke of the Hana Dragon Football Booster said $20,000-$40,000 the council awarded for student athletic travel never reached her nonprofit, and buses are breaking down. Staff confirmed $20,000 is in the mayor's budget under the mayor's office and explained the reimbursement process.