HAENA –The electrical power has been restored to the Department of Water’s (DOW) facilities in Haena, however the water conservation remains in place for Haena and Wainiha customers, until further notice to allow water tank levels to stabilize overnight.  Customers are asked to limit water use to essential needs only; such as drinking, cooking and sanitation needs until the conservation request has been lifted. 

HAENA – The Department of Water (DOW) has issued an immediate water conservation request for Haena and Wainiha customers as of approximately 7 p.m. this evening, until further notice due to an electrical power outage that is affecting the system’s pump station.  Some customers may experience low pressure or no water service during this time.  Customers are asked to limit water use to essential needs only; such as drinking, cooking and sanitation needs, in order to avoid a full water service outage in the system. 

The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Department of Parks and Recreation (DOPR) in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) will be accepting donations on Friday, June 19, in Līhu‘e at the Kaua‘i Resource Center (KRC) located at 3460 Ahukini Road from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Department of Liquor Control in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

(10:15 a.m.) HANAPEPE - The Department of Water (DOW) has restored water services to customers located on Iona Road, Lea Lane, Luka Place, Pepe Road, Kuiloa Road and a portion of Kaumuali’i Highway; between Hanapēpē Road and Iona Road in Hanapēpē as of 10 a.m. this morning.  DOW’s contractor, Goodfellow Bros. Inc. has completed the installations of the new 12-inch and 16-inch water main connections to the existing system and customers may now resume normal water use.

The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Waimea and Kapa‘a swimming pools in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

(7:45 a.m.) HANAPEPE - The Department of Water (DOW) has extended the water service shutdown in Hanapēpē town until approximately 10 a.m. this morning.  Additional time is required to complete the remaining work on the new 16-inch and 12-inch main lines that are being installed to improve the Hanapepe-Ele’ele water system.  Water services remains unavailable to customers located on Iona Road, Lea Lane, Luka Place, Pepe Road, Kuiloa Road and a portion of Kaumuali’i Highway; between Hanapēpē Road and Iona Road in Hanapēpē until the work is completed. 

(4 a.m.) HANAPEPE - The Department of Water (DOW) has extended the scheduled water service shutdown in Hanapēpē town until approximately 8 a.m. this morning, in order to allow DOW’s contractor to continue with the remaining work on the new main line connections on Kaumuali’i Highway in Hanapepe.  DOW also announces that crews have isolated the remaining work in the system and have revised the affected service area to customers located on Iona Road, Lea Lane, Luka Place, Pepe Road, Kuiloa Road and a portion of Kaumuali’i Highway; between Hanapēpē Road and Iona Road in Hanapēpē only.  Water services have been restored to all other customers at this time.

KŌLOA – The Department of Public Works is announcing a single lane closure for Maluhia Road from May 28 to May 30 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting.

The County of Kaua‘i Office of Economic Development is reminding the public that the Hanapēpē and Kapa‘a Sunshine Markets have reopened with a new schedule.

PO‘IPŪ – The Department of Public Works is announcing that portions of Ala Kinoiki will be closed from May 29 to June 30 to allow Maui Kupono Builders to conduct road reconstruction work from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekdays, weather permitting.

LĪHU'E –  The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Planning Department in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami has signed the first supplementary emergency proclamation on May 26, 2020, for the County of Kaua‘i as a result from flash flooding during the March 2020 rain event on March 27-28, 2020.

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Transportation Agency in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – The Kaua‘i Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a runaway juvenile.

Hanapēpē – County officials are notifying the public of a wastewater spill on Puolo Road near Kaumuali‘i Highway. The spill is the result of a pipe clamp failing, causing wastewater to leak from the sewer system.

LĪHU‘E - Kaua‘i police have identified Travis Long as the 34-year-old Keālia man who died May 15 due to a traffic crash that occurred on May 13.

LĪHU’E—Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami’s Emergency Rule 10 is now in effect, following Governor David Ige’s signature of approval on Thursday. In accordance with the Governor’s phased reopening plan, called the “State Roadmap to Recovery and Resilience,” Mayor’s Emergency Rule 10 reopens a number of medium risk businesses and activities.

KŌLOA – A blessing was held Thursday for the Maluhia Road and Kōloa Road improvement project in Kōloa, attended by a group exercising social distancing procedures and wearing masks.

HANAPEPE – The Department of Water (DOW) has scheduled an overnight water service shutdown in Hanapepe town for customers located on Iona Road, Lea Lane, Luka Place, Pepe Road, Hāna Road, Kona Road, Kuiloa Road, Puna Road, Koula Road, Pa Lane, Ko Road; including a portion of Hanapēpē Road, from Kaumuali‘i Highway to Iona Road.  The affected service area also includes a portion of Kaumuali‘i Highway, between Hanapēpē Road and Iona Road in Hanapepe.  Water service will be turned off on Wednesday, May 27^th from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Thursday, May 28^th; weather permitting, in order to connect a new 12-inch and 16-inch water main line along Kaumuali’i Highway, as part of the Hanapēpē-Ele’ele Water Systems Improvements Project.

The County of Kaua‘i’s The Kaua‘i Bus will be participating in the nationwide “Sound the Horn” campaign to show support for essential public transportation workers across the United States. This commemorative moment will take place on Thursday, May 21, at 9 a.m., and all Kaua‘i Bus drivers are encouraged to honk their horns with our nation’s transit partners in support and solidarity.

LĪHU‘E – The hurricane season in the central Pacific region, which includes Hawai'i, starts on June 1 and runs through Nov. 30.

LIHUE – The Department of Water (DOW) reminds schools, hotel properties and large commercial facilities to conduct a flushing of all plumbing fixtures throughout their property at least once a week and prior to reopening to the public.  The flushing recommendation is also extended to properties that have significantly reduced the water demand within their systems during COVID-19 related closures or extended property vacancies.

The County of Kaua‘i Finance Department announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i Fire Commission has selected former Henderson Fire Department Fire Chief Steven R. Goble as the new Fire Chief for the Kaua‘i Fire Department.

KALĀHEO – A portion of Wawae Road in Kalāheo – from Kaumuali‘i Highway to a quarter of a mile mauka – will be closed for tree trimming work from May 26 to May 29 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., weather permitting.

HANAPEPE - The Department of Water (DOW) has canceled the remaining 2-hour water service shutdowns previously scheduled for Tuesday May 19th and Wednesday May 20th in Hanapepe town.  DOW crews were successful in completing the necessary valve tests for the Hanapepe water system during today's scheduled shutdown, which occurred between 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.  No additional valve tests are needed at this time.

LĪHU‘E – In observance of Memorial Day, County of Kaua‘i offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, along with all refuse transfer stations.

LĪHU‘E - A 34-year-old Keālia man died Friday due to a traffic crash that occurred on Wednesday night.

KAPA‘A – Firefighters responded to a call of a lost hiker on Thursday afternoon on Makaleha Falls Trail in Kapa‘a.

Līhu‘e, Kaua‘i – Residents have requested clarification regarding the State of Hawai‘i’s Primary and General Elections and the Presidential Preference Primary Election.

HANAPEPE - The Department of Water (DOW) announces a series of 2-hour water service shutdowns scheduled for Iona Road, Luka Place, Lea Lane, Pepe Road, Hana Road, Kona Road, Koula Road, Puna Road and on a portion of Hanapepe Road; from Iona Road to Kaumualii Highway in Hanapepe. Water service will be turned off for 2-hours on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday on May 18, 19 and 20th from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on each day. DOW crews will be conducting valve tests on the system in preparation for water system improvements in Hanapepe.

KAPA‘A – The Department of Public Works is announcing that GP Maintenance Solutions will continue with asphalt crack sealing roadwork in Kapa‘a on weekdays from May 18 to May 21, weather permitting.

LĪHU‘E — Kaua‘i police took time this week to pay tribute to the 59 lost lives of Hawai‘i law enforcement officers in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day and National Police Week.

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i Finance Department announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Wailua Golf Course in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU’E – Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami’s announced that beaches will reopen Friday, May 15 as a two-week pilot program under Mayor’s Emergency Rule 8, which was approved by Governor David Ige.

LIHUE – In preparation for hurricane season, the Department of Water (DOW) reminds residents of water emergency preparedness guidelines for the storing of drinking water, essential water uses and other water emergency tips. 

The County would like to notify the public that the following recycling facilities are open during their normal business hours.

The County of Kaua‘i Office of Economic Development is announcing the reopening of the Hanapēpē and Kapa‘a Sunshine Markets.

LĪHU‘E – The Kaua‘i County Housing Agency, in partnership with Āhē Group, held a groundbreaking for the Pua Loke Affordable Housing Project in Līhu‘e on May 5 that was attended by eight individuals exercising social distancing procedures and wearing masks.

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i and the Kaua‘i Government Employees Federal Credit Union have launched a new loan program aimed at self-employed residents who do not qualify for other help or are in distress while waiting for assistance.

KAPA‘A  – The Department of Public Works is announcing that GP Maintenance Solutions will conducting roadwork in the Waialeale Subdivision in Kapa‘a on May 14 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting.

LĪHU‘E  – The Department of Public Works is announcing that GP Maintenance Solutions will conducting roadwork in the Moloka Subdivision in Līhu‘e on May 13 from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i is pleased to announce a joint program with the Hawai‘i Food Bank/Kaua‘i Branch and the Kaua‘i Independent Food Bank to provide 500 food boxes every Saturday from May 9 to May 30.

In order to provide for the health, safety and welfare of the public and County employees, the Department of Public Works – Building Division customer service counter has reopened to the public with new guidelines.

The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Wailua Golf Course in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

KALĀHEO – The Department of Public Works is announcing lane closures scheduled for roads in Kalāheo from May 7 to May 15, on weekdays, to allow for road reconstruction work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting.

ANAHOLA – Kaua‘i firefighters extinguished a brush fire that broke out in Anahola Monday morning.

KAPAIA and HANAMĀ‘ULU – The public is advised that night construction work will be performed at the Wastewater Management Division’s Kapaia Sewage Pump Station (SPS) located at the intersection of Kūhiō Highway and Ma‘alo Road, and Hanamā‘ulu Sewage Pump Station located on Hanamā‘ulu Road.

LIHUE – The Kaua’i Board of Water Supply (KBWS) acknowledges all employees at the Department of Water (DOW) during National Drinking Water Week (DWW), which is celebrated nationally May 3 to 9, 2020. 

LĪHU‘E – Effective Monday, May 11, the Kaua‘i County Housing Agency’s Rental Assistance Division will resume in-person service for rental assistance clients and applicants by appointment only, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday. To make an appointment you may call 241-4440, or if you are a current client with an assigned caseworker, you may call your caseworker directly.

LĪHU‘E — The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) Records Section will be available again to the public by appointment only staring May 6. 

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for The Kaua‘i Bus in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i Finance Department announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E — Kaua‘i police will once again join New Hope Līhu‘e to serve free breakfast meals this weekend. This time, however, the meals will be available for everyone in the family and there will be no age restrictions.

The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Wailua Golf Course in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E — The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) is concluding Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April by honoring its partnership with forensic nurses and bringing attention to its Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program.

KALĀHEO – The Department of Public Works is announcing lane closures scheduled for roads in Kalāheo from May 6 to May 8 to allow for road reconstruction work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting.

WAIMEA– The Department of Water (DOW) has restored water services for customers located on Kalo Road, Gay Road and Menehune Road in Waimea at approximately 8 p.m. this evening.  DOW crews have completed the emergency main line repairs and customers may now resume normal water use.

WAIMEA– The Department of Water (DOW) has scheduled an emergency water service shutdown for customers located on Kalo Road, Gay Road and a portion of Menehune Road; from Gay Road to the north-end of Menehune Road in Waimea from approximately 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. this evening, weather permitting.  The 4-hour water service shutdown is necessary in order to conduct emergency repairs to a recently damaged main line on Menehune Road.  Additionally, DOW crews continue to work to access the damaged main line and the intermittent road closure and traffic control will remain in place on Menehune Road; just north of the Waimea Swinging Bridge, until the work is completed.  Motorists are advised to adhere to all traffic control, expect delays and to avoid the area if possible.

LĪHU‘E — Kaua‘i Police Department employees wore denim to work on Wednesday in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. 

The Department of Public Works is announcing that DMK and Associates will be conducting roadwork in Kapa‘a and Keālia on weekdays, from May 4 through May 13, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weather permitting.

HANAPĒPĒ – The Department of Public Works is announcing a lane closure for Moi Road in Hanapēpē from April 30 to May 1 to allow for road reconstruction work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting.

WAIMEA– The Department of Water (DOW) announces an intermittent road closure on the north-end of Menehune Road; pass the Waimea Swinging Bridge, in Waimea at approximately 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today.  DOW crews are responding to investigate a reported leak in the area and if necessary, will conduct emergency repairs.  Additionally, customers located on the north-end of Menehune Road, including Ki’i Road, Menehune Place, Gay Road and Kalo Road should also prepare for a possible water service shutdown from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today.

LĪHU‘E – Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami has appointed Nalani Kaauwai Brun as the County of Kaua‘i director for the Office of Economic Development, effective April 13, 2020.

 LĪHU‘E — Kaua‘i police served hundreds of pancake breakfasts to keiki during Saturday’s inaugural “Police, Pastors and Pancakes” drive-thru event at Puakea Golf Course. 

 LĪHU‘E — Kaua‘i police are temporarily turning off the stationary blue cruise lights on most of their patrol vehicles. 

LĪHU‘E — Kaua‘i police will join New Hope Līhu‘e in distributing free breakfasts on Saturday to keiki and youth ages 18 and under. 

LĪHU‘E  – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for The Kaua‘i Bus service and administrative offices in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua’i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – The Department of Parks and Recreation is announcing that it has established maximum capacities for each of the five campgrounds that were designated for our houseless community in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of them and the people of Kaua’i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

KŌLOA – The Department of Public Works is announcing that portions of streets in Kōloa will be closed from April 28 to April 29 to allow for road reconstruction work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting.

LĪHU‘E – Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami has signed a fourteenth supplementary emergency proclamation on Tuesday, April 21, for the County of Kaua‘i, extending the emergency relief period for damages sustained during the April 2018 flood.

LĪHU‘E — The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) recently celebrated the graduation of Capt. Mark Ozaki from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. He was among 255 law enforcement officers who graduated in March from the academy’s 279th session.

PO‘IPŪ — A 36-year-old Kalāheo man, Bricen “Micah” Bermoy, was found unresponsive on Sunday in waters near Po‘ipū Beach.

LIHUE – The Department of Water (DOW) advises customers to log-on to the Customer Account Portal (CAP) at www.kauaiwater.org when making online payments, in order to ensure accuracy and timely receipt of payments towards their DOW account.  Additionally, customers should also be aware that DOW is not affiliated with doxo.com and will not be responsible for online payments made on alternative payment sites.   

LĪHU‘E — The Kaua‘i Police Department honored its dispatchers during National Public Safery Telecommunicators Week (NPSTW), which runs from April 12 to 18.

KĪLAUEA – The Department of Public Works is announcing that a portion of Kahili Quarry Road in Kilauea is closed until further notice.

LIHUE – The Department of Water (DOW) is recommending that all schools, hotel properties and large commercial facilities continue maintenance on their plumbing systems by flushing water throughout their property at least once a week.  The flushing process will help to prevent stagnation, clear out existing sediment and help to ensure chlorine residuals (which checks microbial growth) are maintained within their facilities.  Schools, hotel properties, and large commercial properties are advised to conduct the recommended routine flushing process in preparation and anticipation of reopening to the public.

LĪHU‘E – The public is advised that night construction work will be performed at the Wastewater Management Division’s Kapaia Sewage Pump Station (SPS), located at the intersection of Kūhiō Highway and Ma‘alo Road. This work will be performed onsite and will not require traffic control.

The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for all north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau through 6 a.m. Thursday.

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Boards and Commissions meetings in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) has launched an online platform that allows people to conveniently file reports, including those pertaining to violations of COVID-19 emergency orders.

WAINIHA – The Department of Water (DOW) announces a water service shutdown scheduled for customers located on Powerhouse Road in Wainiha on Thursday, April 16, 2020 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting.  The 6-hour water service shutdown is necessary in order to conduct required improvements and install a replacement water line in the area. 

LIHUE – The Department of Water (DOW) continues to monitor the effects of the COVID-19 situation and are mindful of its customer’s ability to make on-time payments during this time.  Therefore, DOW intends to continue to waive its late payment fee; upon request, for customers in need.  The late payment fee waiver applies to billing statements dated from March 1^st, 2020 until further notice. 

LĪHU‘E — Kaua‘i police arrested 36-year-old Adam Schwarze of ‘Aiea, Hawai‘i and 31-year-old Desiree Marvin of Alexandria, Virginia on Friday for violating the state’s COVID-19 mandatory 14-day quarantine emergency order. 

The Real Property Assessment Division is announcing that it will not require taxpayers whose 2020 Assessment included the Additional Home Exemption Relating to Owner-Occupants’ Income or Very Low Income Tax Credit for the 2020 Tax Year to re-apply for the 2021 Tax Year.

LĪHU‘E — The Kaua‘i Police Department is announcing the cancelation of its K-PAL flag football season that was slated to begin this summer. 

LĪHU’E—Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami has amended Emergency Rule #5 in response to newly recognized issues in the community.

LĪHU‘E – The Department of Public Works is announcing sewer line installation work at the intersection of Hala Road and Haleko Road in Līhu‘e from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 10, weather permitting.

WAILUA – The Department of Public Works is announcing that portions of streets in Wailua Houselots will be closed from April 16 to April 21 on weekdays to allow for road reconstruction work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting.

LĪHU‘E — Kaua‘i police have issued almost 60 misdemeanor citations to-date in relation to violations of the county’s COVID-19 curfew and stay-at-home emergency orders, as well as the state’s 14-day travel quarantine order.  

LĪHU‘E — The Kaua‘i Police Department’s dispatchers have reported a slight uptick in the number of domestic violence-related calls. 

The Hawai‘i National Guard will be assisting Kaua‘i police at two checkpoints on island on Tuesday in order to help monitor compliance of state and county emergency orders that are in place to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. 

LĪHU‘E – In observance of Good Friday, County of Kaua‘i offices will be closed on Friday, April 10, along with all refuse transfer stations, the Kekaha Landfill, and the Puhi Metals Recycling Facility.

LĪHU‘E — The Kaua‘i Police Department’s implementation of the emergency curfew and stay-at-home orders, along with the the community’s compliance, have significantly reduced the number of traffic crashes islandwide.

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Department of Parks and Recreation (DOPR) in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E — The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) resumed limited firearms records operations on March 31 and is expected to expand to full-service operations by appointment only on April 7.

LĪHU‘E – The Department of Parks and Recreation is announcing that a public hearing is set for April 7 on proposed Rules and Regulations on the Use of Sports Fields/Stadium Facilities and Playgrounds.

Reynolds Recycling in Līhu‘e is closed until further notice due to concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

LĪHU‘E — Kaua‘i police arrested a third man, 31-year-old Bobby Edwards of Boynton, Florida on Friday for violating the state’s mandatory 14-day quarantine order. 

LĪHU‘E – Kaua‘i police arrested 50-year-old Devin Martin of Olympia, Washington on Thursday for violating the state’s mandatory 14-day quarantine order.

KAPA‘A – On Wednesday, Kaua‘i police conducted an extensive COVID-19 related checkpoint on Kūhiō Highway by the south end entrance of the Kapa‘a Bypass Road, in accordance with the statewide emergency proclamation and county emergency rules.

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Department of Public Works, Buildings Division, in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – Vandalism and graffiti have been on the rise in county parks since the COVID-19 crisis and Kaua‘i police are warning those who are committing these crimes that violators will face harsher punishments.

LĪHU‘E – The Department of Public Works is announcing that portions of streets in Līhu‘e will be closed from April 8 to April 14 on weekdays to allow for road reconstruction work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting.

LĪHU‘E – The Department of Liquor Control is announcing that licensed establishments may sell sealed “to-go” wine and/or beer with takeout meal orders.

LĪHU‘E – Due to recent alerts, the Kaua‘i Police Department is urging residents and businesses to be aware of potential scams. Scammers are taking advantage of the current global COVID-19 crisis to steal money and personal information.

LĪHU‘E – The Department of Public Works is announcing that lane closures are scheduled on Wa‘a Road in Līhu‘e on April 15 to allow for road reconstruction work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting.

Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami has signed an emergency proclamation on April 1, 2020, for the County of Kaua‘i – in order to provide relief for disaster damagers, losses and suffering, and to protect the health safety, and welfare of the people – as a result from flash flooding during the March 2020 rain event on March 28.

Effective through April 30, subject to extension as necessary, and pursuant to the Governor and Mayor’s stay-at-home orders, public access to the Motor Vehicle Registration Section and Drivers’ License Division will be closed through April 30.

LĪHU‘E – Kaua‘i police arrested on Monday Matthew Davidson, a 46-year-old with no permanent address, for burglary in the first degree.

LĪHU‘E – The Kaua‘i Police Department arrested 62-year-old Dwight Anthony Tucker of Tampa, Florida, on Tuesday for violating the state’s mandatory 14-day quarantine order.

LIHUE - The Department of Water (DOW) is currently conducting a flushing protocol in the Puhi, Lihue, Hanamaulu and Kapa'a water systems to help clear the water lines after the recent severe weather and flooding conditions that affected nearby areas.  Some customers may have or are currently experiencing white or discolored water at the tap.  DOW has confirmed that water quality continues to be safe for normal use and that water is expected to clear up after the flushing process is completed.

Kaua‘i police are asking the public to please consider the nature of their non-emergency calls before contacting dispatch at 241-1711.

KALĀHEO – The Department of Public Works is announcing that DMK and Associates will be begin roadwork in Kalāheo on weekdays from April 6 through April 14, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weather permitting.

Due to security concerns at Kukui Grove, access to the Kaua‘i Recycles drop site  behind the old Kmart in Līhu‘e is limited to the entrance nearest the old Pier 1 store along Pikake Street.

County Officials would like to remind the public that  while County refuse transfer stations located in Hanalei, Kapa‘a, Līhu‘e, and Hanapēpē remain open during normal facility hours, use shall be limited to disposal of solid waste items resulting from essential activity, in observance of Mayor Kawakami’s Emergency Rule #5.

WAILUA – County officials are notifying the public of a wastewater spill this morning at 8:15 a.m. from the Wailua Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The wastewater spill flowed into Lydgate Park and has been contained. Signs have been posted to inform the public to stay out of the affected area.

The National Weather Service has extended a Flash Flood Warning for Kaua‘i through 6:30 a.m. The warning may be extended, dropped or modified as conditions develop.

The National Weather Service has extended a Flash Flood Warning for Kaua‘i through 6:30 a.m. The warning may be extended, dropped or modified as conditions develop.

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the County of Kaua‘i until 3:30 a.m. The warning may be extended, dropped or modified as conditions develop.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Kaua‘i, due to heavy rains occurring over the island. The warning may be extended, dropped or modified as conditions develop.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Kaua‘i, due to heavy rains occurring over the island. The warning may be extended, dropped or modified as conditions develop.

LĪHU`E— On Friday, county officials were informed of two new positive COVID-19 test results, which brings the cumulative total to seven cases for Kaua‘i.

LĪHU‘E – The public is advised that there will be intermittent traffic control on Rice Street and in the Molokoa Village area next week, starting March 30. Traffic will be modified from 3 to 10 p.m., beginning Monday evening, March 30, and ending Friday night, April 3, weather permitting.

The Kaua‘i Police Department initiated islandwide checkpoints on Thursday in an effort to help mitigate the proliferation of COVID-19 on Kaua‘i, and in accordance with the statewide emergency proclamation and county emergency rules.

LĪHU‘E  – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Department of Public Works, Engineering Division, in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua’i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

Beginning Thursday at 11 a.m., the Kaua‘i Police Department will be facilitating checkpoints at various locations around the island in response to the COVID-19 crisis.

County officials would like to inform residents and businesses that wipes (including those labeled as “flushable”) and paper towels should not be flushed down the toilet.

LĪHU‘E – Effective immediately, in response to the COVID-19 crisis, Kaua‘i Police Department dispatchers will be screening all incoming calls for service.

LĪHU`E— Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami announced Mayor’s Emergency Rule #5, which is “Kaua‘i’s Rules,” further implementing Governor David Ige’s statewide Stay-at-Home Order. This Rule goes into effect at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, March 25, and will be in place until April 30. It may be amended or extended, if circumstances change.

LĪHU‘E – In observance of Prince Kūhiō Day, County of Kaua‘i offices will be closed on Thursday, March 26, along with all refuse transfer stations and the Puhi Metals Recycling Facility.

LĪHU‘E  –  Mark Development, with the support of Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, defers security deposits at Koa’e Makana Workforce Housing in Kōloa as the first 42 applicants selected their units.

The County of Kaua‘i is required  to follow the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) Highways Division’s following changes to its vehicle licensing and safety check programs as part of the effort to reduce face-to-face interactions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

LĪHU‘E – In an effort to practice the County of Kaua‘i’s social distancing messaging to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the Kaua‘i Police Department is taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety of its employees and community members.

LĪHU`E—Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami welcomes and fully supports Governor David Igeʻs statewide Stay-at-Home Order, and will establish additional "local rules" for Kaua`i residents as they are identified.

LĪHU‘E – The Department of Liquor Control is postponing its Liquor Control Commission meetings for April in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

Effective March 25 through April 3, and subject to extension as necessary, the County of Kaua‘i will be temporarily closing public access to the Motor Vehicle Registration Section and the Drivers Licensing Division. The health and safety of our associates is our primary focus. This is also consistent with the County’s messaging on social distancing and meant to encourage people to stay at home.

LĪHU‘E – Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, in consultation with Governor David Ige and the mayors of the other islands, expects to refine our county’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak very shortly.

County Officials are notifying the public that all solid waste and recycling facilities are fully operational at this time.

LĪHUʻE – Mayor Derek S. K Kawakami has signed Emergency Rule #4, requiring non-residents to obtain a day-usage permit for any County of Kaua‘i beach park.

 The Kaua‘i Police Department would like to thank the public for their overwhelmingly
positive response to the implementation of the curfew on Friday, and for voluntarily abiding by
the requirements of the curfew. There were no observed violations between 9 p.m. Friday and 5
a.m. Saturday. 

LĪHU‘E  – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Wailua Golf Course in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua’i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami expressed his support for Governor David Igeʻs decision to enact a 14-day quarantine for anyone arriving from outside the state.

LĪHU‘E  – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for The Kaua‘i Bus service and administrative offices in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua’i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E  – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for offices within the Pi‘ikoi Building at the Līhu‘e Civic Center in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua’i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E  – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Department of Human Resources (HR) in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua’i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

Līhu‘e – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Agency on Elderly Affairs in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Office of Economic Development in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LIHUE –During this time of awareness, protection and prevention against COVID-19, the Department of Water (DOW) will be implementing a temporary closure of its DOW offices and discontinuing all walk-in services, effective Friday, March 20, 2020.  DOW will continue to assist customers by phone, online, mail and email.

Līhu‘e – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Department of Public Works Wastewater Management Division in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Finance Department in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kauai announces the launch of the “Kūpuna Kare of Farmer Fare” program in an effort to deliver fresh Kaua'i grown produce directly to kūpuna. This effort pairs Kauai’s Sunshine Market vendors, the Kauai Food Bank, and the County’s Economic Development and Elderly Affairs offices. This program will acquire produce from our County Sunshine Market Farmers and distribute to our high risk kūpuna over the age of 70 throughout the island.

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Housing Agency in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

ELE’ELE – The Department of Water (DOW) has lifted the water conservation notice for all Ele’ele customers as of approximately 6 a.m. this morning.  DOW crews have completed the necessary repairs to the transmission line and customers may now resume normal water use.

LĪHU‘E – The County of Kaua‘i announces the following County-related changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various county agencies and departments in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i from the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

LĪHU‘E – Mayor Derek S.K Kawakami has implemented, via emergency rule, an islandwide nighttime curfew beginning Friday, March 20. The curfew will be in effect from 9 p.m. through 5 a.m. daily until further notice. Every individual within the County of Kaua‘i must remain in their residence during these specified hours.

WAILUA – The Department of Water (DOW) announces a water service shutdown scheduled for customers located on Pu’upilo Place, Po’o Road, Makana Road, Ilalo Road and a portion of Opaeka’a Road; between Pulana Street and Ilalo Road in Wailua on Tuesday, March 24^th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting.  The water service shutdown is necessary in order to allow private contractor, Hawaiian Dredging Construction Co. Inc. to tie-in a new 6-inch water line onto the existing system.

ELE’ELE – The Department of Water (DOW) has issued an immediate water conservation notice for Ele’ele customers, including the Port Allen harbor areas until further notice.  Customers are advised to limit