Input sought for Kaua‘i County 2026 hazard mitigation plan update

Published on November 12, 2025

The Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency (KEMA) invites residents to take part in updating the County’s Multi-Hazard Mitigation and Resilience Plan (MHMRP)—a key effort to strengthen community preparedness and reduce risks from natural disasters.

KEMA will host an in-person public meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Planning Commission Conference Room (Mo‘ikeha Building, 4444 Rice Street, Suite 2A/2B, Līhu‘e).

During the meeting, attendees will learn about the planning process, review core components of the five-year plan update, and have the opportunity to ask questions and share feedback. Public input will help shape the 2026 version of the plan and guide future hazard mitigation and resilience priorities for the County.

Hazard mitigation refers to actions that reduce loss of life and property by lessening the impact of natural disasters, while resilience describes the capacity of individuals, communities, institutions, and systems to adapt and thrive amid challenges such as wildfires, severe storms, tsunamis, and landslides. The updated MHMRP will outline strategies to minimize risks, strengthen Kaua‘i’s ability to withstand hazards, and build long-term community resilience.

Public participation and feedback are vital parts of the hazard mitigation and resilience planning process. KEMA encourages residents to complete the online survey, found on the KEMA-Multi-Hazard Mitigation and Resilience Plan, 2026 Update webpage, to share their experiences and ideas for improving the 2026-2030 MHMRP.

Please click on the link here: https://www.kauai.gov/Government/Departments-Agencies/Emergency-Management-Agency/Multi-Hazard-Mitigation-and-Resilience-Plan.

If you have any questions or if you require an auxiliary aid or service, an interpreter for non-English speakers, or another accommodation due to a disability, please contact David Kennard at 808-241-1800 or email dkennard@kauai.gov as soon as possible. Early requests are encouraged to ensure adequate time to meet your needs. Upon request, this notice is available in alternate formats, including large print, Braille, or electronic copy.

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