Upcoming Hearings:

Wednesday, July 17th @5pm HST - Lanai Planning Commission

Tuesday, July 23rd @9am HST - Maui Planning Commission

Written testimony: if you have NOT yet submitted written testimony you are still eligible to do so. Please refer to information below on how to submit written testimony.

FLYER FOR DISTRIBUTION - please email & distribute to people impacted by this bill. We want to encourage them to submit testimony both written and in-person!

MAUI PLANNING COMMISSION - JULY 23rd

The July 23rd meeting is a continuation from the June 25th MPC hearing.

Clarifying Information:

• If you testified on June 25th in-person or virtually you are NOT eligible for additional oral testimony
• If you were signed up to testify please make sure you are present in-person or online on Tuesday, July 9th. They will be calling testifiers in the order they signed up on June 25th (testifier list is linked below)
• If you DID NOT sign up on June 25th or testify that day you ARE eligible for testimony. Please show up in-person or virtually to put your name on the list. New testifiers will be heard after those already signed up from June 25th. It is important to get your name on the list if you plan to testify.

AGENDA + TESTIFIER LIST

LANAI PLANNING COMMISSION - JULY 17TH

It is NOT necessary to submit separate/additional written testimony to the Molokai Planning Commission. They are being provided all written testimony that has been submitted.

Additionally, unless you are a Molokai resident please do not show up to testify in-person or virtually. If you would like to watch the meeting you can use the login info provided on the agenda linked below.

AGENDA

***AS A REMINDER*** This is the County Bill to phase out STRs on the Minatoya List zoned A1/A2. Use this language when referencing the bill. Do not reference any other bills or community plans in your testimony.

Written Testimony Submission Guidelines

• Agenda Announcement: The agenda will be announced 7 days prior to the meeting.
• Testimony Submission: After the agenda is released, you can submit testimony.
• Written Testimony Submission:
  • Email: Send your testimony to [email protected]
  • Deadline: 12 pm one business day before the meeting (Monday, July 8th at 12 pm)
  • Address: Department of Planning, One Main Plaza, 2200 Main Street, Suite 315, Wailuku, Maui, Hawaiʻi 96793

Oral Testimony (Virtual - Maui Planning Commission)

• The Planning Commission uses Webex. Download the app ahead of time.
• To watch or submit testimony: https://mauicounty.webex.com/mauicounty/j.php?MTID=me12aef9d9eb30d0bd091b0a81c11f983
• Meeting ID: 2661 470 6979 Password: 072324
• When you log in, indicate that you are there to testify and you will be placed in the queue.
• Oral testimony is limited to 1–3 minutes per person.

In-Person Testimony (Maui Planning Commission)

Planning Department Conference Room, Kalana Pakui Building
250 South High Street, Wailuku, HI 96793

• The meeting starts at 9 a.m. Arrive by 8:30 a.m. to ensure entry.

Tips for Submitting Testimony

• Be concise
• Include supporting materials as attachments
• Prepare a written summary of your oral testimony
• Be respectful and courteous
• Offer solutions and provide facts
• Clearly state your position at the beginning and end

Framework for Written Testimony

STR Industry Professional:

Subject: Testimony of [Your Name] Regarding the Phasing Out of Short-Term Rentals in Maui County

[Example talking points click here]

STR Owner:

Subject: Testimony of [Your Name] Regarding the Phasing Out of Short-Term Rentals in Maui County

[Example talking points click here]

Local Business Owner:

Subject: Testimony of [Your Name] Regarding the Phasing Out of Short-Term Rentals in Maui County

[Example talking points click here]

Do’s & Don’ts for Your Testimony

DO’s:

• Focus on your personal experience
• Write your comment and stick to it
• Keep comments short
• Be respectful and thank the Council

DONT’s:

• Deviate from your prepared comment
• Respond to opposition arguments
• Use an impolite or disrespectful tone

Preparing Oral Testimony from Written Testimony

1. Identify Key Points:
   • Highlight your main points
2. Keep it Concise:
   • Aim for 300 words or less
3. Structure Your Testimony:
   • Introduction: who you are and your position
   • Main Points: 2–3 key arguments
   • Conclusion: summarize and make a final appeal
4. Practice:
   • Read it aloud beforehand

Framework for Oral Testimony

PDF of this Information