Help Save Big Island!
Big Island residents are facing an important decision that will shape how land is used for years to come. The choice is simple: a clear, practical plan that keeps decision-making in the hands of local property owners—or a much larger, more complex plan that could lead to less predictable outcomes and greater reliance on centralized planning. Now is the time to stay informed and speak up. Please review the options below and take action by sending your emails before the March 23rd deadline.
The new shorter plan protects your right to use your land — keeping decisions in the hands of local property owners.​
See New 2026 General Plan Click Here
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The 2045 plan shifts control of land use to government planners — using broad policies to decide how your land can be used.
​See 2045 UN Agenda General Plan Click Here!
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You can support the new General Plan 2026 by sending 3-important emails to the decision makers! ANYONE can send an email. If you love Big Island here's how to support it's future! ​​​
3- Emails To Send due Monday, March 23rd. (SEND NOW!)
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EMAIL #1:
Email the County Council, Planning Commissioners and Director of Planning Department and tell them to "Support the new 2026 General Plan"!
Email Big Island County Council:
(Copy and Paste into one email.)
counciltestimony@hawaiicounty.gov
heather.kimball@hawaiicounty.gov
jennifer.kagiwada@hawaiicounty.gov
dennis.onishi@hawaiicounty.gov
matt.kanealii-kleinfelder@hawaiicounty.gov
michelle.galimba@hawaiicounty.gov
rebecca.villegas@hawaiicounty.gov
james.hustace@hawaiicounty.gov
ashley.kierkiewicz@hawaiicounty.gov​
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CC: Mayor mayorsoffice@hawaiicounty.gov
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Email to model. (Please add a few sentences of your own.)
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Subject: Support for General Plan 2026 – Protect Local Property Rights
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Dear Council Members,
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Please support the General Plan 2026.
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Residents need a plan that is clear, practical, and provides certainty—especially when it comes to how we can use our own property. The General Plan 2026 offers a more focused and understandable framework that supports consistent decision-making and transparency.
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In contrast, the General Plan 2045 is significantly more complex, with a large number of goals and broad policy language that may lead to less predictable outcomes in future land use and permitting decisions. This level of complexity can create uncertainty for property owners and make it more difficult for residents to plan for the future.
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A general plan should provide clear guidance—not confusion—and should support the people who live and invest in this island.
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Please support the General Plan 2026 as a balanced, workable approach that provides greater clarity and confidence for our community.
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Mahalo for your time and service.
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EMAIL #2:​
Email the Planning Director Jeff Darrow jeff.darrow@hawaiicounty.gov
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Email to model. (Please add a few sentences of your own.)
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Subject: Support for General Plan 2026
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Dear Director,
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Thank you for your work on the General Plan 2045.
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I respectfully ask that you support the General Plan 2026. The 2045 plan is significantly longer and more complex than typical plans, with many goals and broad policy language that may lead to unclear and inconsistent implementation.
Its emphasis on hazard, environmental, and infrastructure-based planning also raises concerns about how future land use decisions may affect residents.
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The General Plan 2026 provides a more clear, practical, and accessible framework for both the County and the community.
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Thank you for your consideration.
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Sincerely,
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EMAIL #3:
Email both the Hilo and Kona Planning Commissioners (Copy and Paste into one email.):
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Email to model. (Please add a few sentences of your own.)
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Subject: Support the NEW General Plan 2026
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Dear Planning Commissioners,
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Thank you for your time and service to Hawaiʻi Island.
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I respectfully ask that you support the General Plan 2026. It provides a clearer, more practical framework that helps ensure property owners have greater certainty in how their land can be used.
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In contrast, the 2045 plan is significantly more complex and relies on broad policy language that may lead to less predictable outcomes in future land use and permitting decisions.
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A concise and focused plan will better support transparency, consistency, and confidence for residents and property owners alike.
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Mahalo for your consideration.
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Sincerely,
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