The County of Hawaiʻi Planning Department is proud to announce the release of the recommended General Plan 2045 (September 2023 Draft) on September 18, 2023. The General Plan (GP) serves as a 25-year blueprint for the long-term growth and sustainable development of Hawaiʻi Island. It envisions a future that balances growth with preserving the island’s unique cultural and natural resources.
“Sustainability means responsibly safeguarding our environment, resources, and culture for the prosperity of future generations,” said Mayor Mitch Roth. “The General Plan is our roadmap, guiding us to achieve this vital balance. It ensures that our actions as a community align with our commitment to future generations. We take pride in the work accomplished by our community thus far and eagerly anticipate further collaboration to create a plan as diverse and vibrant as the communities we serve.”
The County of Hawaiʻi encourages all residents to review the GP and provide feedback through Konveio, an interactive online platform. The link to the Konveio site is cohplanning.konveio.com.
The County will accept public feedback until November 20, 2023. Together, we can take action to ensure a brighter future for our island and planet.
As a reminder, Public Informational Workshops are scheduled for:
- September 30, 2023, at the West Hawaiʻi Civic Center, Building A from 2-4 pm
- October 7, 2023, at Auntie Sally’s Lūʻau Hale from 1:30-3:30 pm
To stay informed about upcoming events, progress, and the overall process, interested individuals can sign up for the Department’s eNews at www.planning.hawaiicounty.gov/general-plan-community-planning/gp/connect. For more information, get in touch with the County of Hawaiʻi Planning Department at 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3, Hilo, HI 96720. You can call (808) 961-8288 or email at generalplan@hawaiicounty.gov.