AGP Executive Report
Last update: 22 minutes agoBroadband Access: A new 2026 State Internet Index says internet quality still depends heavily on where you live, with big urban-rural gaps and slower states lagging even as prices fall nationwide. Local Health & Food Safety: Hawaiʻi DOH shut down Honolulu’s Pier 21 Lunchroom after a critical inspection found no running water; it stays closed until fixed. Wildfire Readiness: DLNR and partners awarded $1.8 million statewide through the 2026 Hawaiʻi Urban Interface Wildfire Grant Program to cut hazardous fuels and strengthen evacuation planning across multiple islands. Water Infrastructure: Maui County is weighing a deal to buy two private West Maui water systems for up to $6 million, aiming to bring public utility control closer to residents. Energy & EV Policy Watch: A new report finds Hawaii among the most active states on electric vehicle actions in Q2 2026, even as some EV programs elsewhere are being scaled back. Wildlife Protection: A field trial in Kailua found poison-free automatic mongoose trapping cut tracking rates from 58% to 8%, offering a lower-risk tool for native bird protection. Emergency Preparedness: Hawaiʻi’s monthly outdoor siren and Emergency Alert System live audio test is set for Aug. 3 at 11:45 a.m. Agriculture Support: USDA announced an emergency assistance deadline of Friday, July 31, for farmers and ranchers.
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