In the midst of recovery efforts post-fire in Maui County, candidate Nara Boone for Maui County Council Makawao-Haiku-Paia District emphasizes the urgent need for affordable housing to house those impacted by the fires. Boone recognizes the housing crisis as a pre-existing issue that has been exacerbated by the fires, emphasizing the importance of stability in living situations for the community to heal.
Boone advocates for reducing rental prices, offering property tax breaks, and creating job opportunities not related to tourism to ensure that families are not priced out of the housing market. She supports the new law allowing counties to regulate short-term rentals to prioritize housing for local residents over outside investors.
Additionally, Boone envisions a future for Lahaina where community input is central to the rebuilding process, incorporating measures to address sea level rise and preserving the town’s cultural heritage. To restore trust in county government, Boone calls for transparency, clean elections, and an end to cronyism and bribery.
In response to the water scarcity issue, Boone proposes water reclamation for hotels and managing resources more efficiently. To address climate change proactively, she suggests managed retreat, tree planting, and alternative energy systems. To combat homelessness, Boone recommends regulating rental prices, providing support for rental fees, and creating more puuhonua places of refuge.
Boone also addresses transportation issues on Maui, advocating for shuttle services over individual vehicles, improvements to public bus routes, and traffic reduction measures in different regions. Overall, Boone’s platform prioritizes the community’s well-being, sustainability, and inclusivity in decision-making processes.
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