| ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i |
Hawaiian Translation of Long Range Division Planning Documents |
| 1979 - Paul Featherman - Nancy Baugh |
Kauai County Cold Case - Featherman-Baugh |
| 1981 - John and Michelle Klein |
Kauai County Cold Case - John and Michelle Klein |
| 1983 - Keith Williams |
Kauai County Cold Case - Keith Williams |
| 1986 - Stacey Kelekoma |
Kauai County Cold Case - Stacey Kelekoma |
| 1989 - Emilia Baron |
On October 2, 1989, 60 year old female Emilia Baron was found murdered in her residence at Camp 6, Makaweli. KPD Case #: P-14900 |
| 1991 - Carlos Mangayayam - Susan Agbayani |
On September 19, 1991, 24 year old Carlos Mangayayam and 25 year old Margarita “Susan” Agbayani were found near Russian Fort with multiple stab wounds. |
| 1992 - Joyce Fox |
On July 25, 1992, 45 year old female Joyce Fox was found dead with stab wounds. Her body was discovered in a ditch alongside a Kapaa cane haul road. The location is now the site of the Kapaa roundabout. |
| 1996 - Carlo Morandi |
On March 26, 1996, Carlo Morandi, a 48 year old male was found dead in his Princeville condo with severe head injuries. |
| 2000 - Daren Singer |
On August 30, 2000, 43 year old female, Daren Singer was found near Pakala Beach with multiple stab wounds. |
| 2000 - Lisa Bissell |
Kauai County Cold Case - Lisa Bissell |
| 2002 - Walter Robert “Fig” Mitchell |
On June 10, 2002, 60 year old Walter Robert “Fig” Mitchell was found murdered in his Wailua residence. Trauma injuries caused his death.
Fig coached in numerous youth sports and was a noted local sportscaster. |
| 2009 - Daniel Bonnano |
Kauai County Cold Case - Daniel Bonnano |
| 2010 - Amber Jackson |
Kauai County Prosecuting Attorney - Amber Jackson, cold case |
| 2023 HSAC Annual Conference |
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| Abandoned Vehicles |
Procedures and information regarding abandoned vehicles in Kauai County. |
| About Us |
Information about the Life's Choices Kauai (formerly Anti-Drug Program) Office |
| Accounting |
Kauai County Finance Department mission is to provide prudent financial management and services to the people of Kauai and to the departments and agencies of the County that we serve. |
| ADA Information |
Kauai County - American's With Disabilities Act (ADA) Information - Hawaii |
| Addison Bulosan |
Addison Bulosan Councilmember |
| Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Additional Rental Unit (ARU) |
Clearance forms and ordinances for Kauai County ADU (Additional Dwelling Unit) and ARU (Additional Rental Unit). |
| Administration |
This bureau provides administrative assistance for all programs in the Kauai Fire Department, maintains all emergency response vehicles and equipment, ensures all personnel matters are addressed properly, enforces all department's budget regulations and SOG's through an effective management program and manages the department's budget. |
| Administration / Fiscal |
Kauai County Public Works - Administration / Fiscal |
| Administrative & Technical Bureau |
Police Department Administrative & Technical Bureau |
| Adopt A Park Program |
Kauai County's Adopt-A-Park program provides adopters with tools and supplies to help care for various parks throughout the island. |
| Advisory Committees |
Life's Choices Kauai (formerly Anti-Drug Program) Advisory Committees |
| 'Ae Kamali'i Friendship Bench |
'Ae Kamali'i Friendship Bench donation |
| Affordable Additional Rental Unit Program |
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| Agency On Elderly Affairs |
The County of Kauai Agency on Elderly Affairs (AEA), Offices of Community Assistance, with the Mayor as Chief Executive, is your local Area Agency on Aging. Its purpose is to plan, support, and advocate for programs to promote the well-being of Kauai's older adults and to address and respond to the priority needs of all seniors. |
| Agriculture Program |
The objective of this program is to increase agricultural income and opportunities on Kaua’i through working closely with farmer groups to assist them in obtaining resources and other assistance to solve industry problems or take advantage of opportunities. |
| Ahukini - Lydgate Bike Path |
Building Division Project - Ahukini - Lydgate Bike Path |
| Alarm Registration |
Information, instructions and registration form for registering alarms with the Kauai Police Department. |
| Annual Reports |
The Mayor's annual reports |
| Appliance Self-Repair & Recycling |
Old appliances can be recycled for scrap metal. Please make every effort to reuse appliances by repairing or donating them to the needy prior to disposal. For assistance in identifying reuse options, call the Recycling Coordinator... |
| Arborist Committee |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Arborist Committee |
| Area Plan |
Four-year guideline for Area Agency on Aging |
| Automotive |
The Auto Maintenance Shop provides repairs and maintenance to vehicles and equipment so the County of Kauai can provide the services that insure the health and welfare of the people of the County of Kauai. |
| Basketball Program |
Kauai County Parks and Recreation - Basketball Program |
| Battery Recycling |
Kauai County residents can recycle household batteries
year-round at Kauaʻi Resource Center in Lihue. |
| Beaches |
This is an external link to one of our partner websites, HawaiiBeachSafety.com. |
| Become A Fire Fighter |
Kauai Fire Department - requirements and information on how to become a fire fighter. |
| Bernard P. Carvalho, Jr. |
Councilmember Bernard P. Carvalho, Jr. |
| Bicycles |
Information on loading, unloading and safety regarding bicycle transportation. It is very important to get the Driver's attention before you load or unload your bicycle. |
| Bike Path Project |
Kauai County Building Division - Bike Path Project |
| Bill DeCosta |
Bill DeCosta, Councilmember |
| Board of Ethics |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Board of Ethics, which initiates, receives, hears and investigates complaints of violations of the Code of Ethics; renders advisory opinions or interpretations with respect to application of the Code upon request; and examines for possible conflicts of interest all disclosure statements filed. |
| Board of Review |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Board of Review, which hears Real Property Tax appeals. |
| Board of Water Supply |
Link to the Board of Water Supply website |
| Boards and Commissions |
Kauai County Boards and Commissions: Board of Ethics, Charter Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Liquor Control Commission, Open Space Commission, Planning Commission and Police Commission |
| Budget Notices, Minutes & Ordinances |
Council Budget Notices, Minutes & Ordinances |
| Building Board of Appeals |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Building Boards of Appeals, which hears and determines appeals from the decisions of the Building Official in the administration of the County's Building Code, Electrical Code, Sign Ordinance and Plumbing Code. |
| Building Division |
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| Building Divsion Codes |
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| Building Permit Guide |
Information on what is required from you, the applicant, to ensure the best possible turnover time in obtaining your building permit. |
| Bus Fares |
Bus fares for the Kauai Bus, accommodating the general public, seniors, paratransit service, and ADA. |
| Bus Schedules |
Kauai Bus Schedules from Kekaha to Hanalei |
| Business Recycling |
Contains Kauai County recycling resources for businesses. |
| Business Resources |
Links to business support organizations serving Kauai |
| Calendar of Events |
Kauai County Calendar of Events including links to free Kauai Community Calendars of events. |
| Calendar of Events |
County of Kauai calendar of events relating to Drivers Licensing and Motor Vehicle Registration. |
| Camping |
County of Kauai information on camping on Kauai, Hawaii. Information on County owned and operated Kauai campgrounds including information on obtaining camping permits. |
| Carry On Items / Prohibited Activities |
Carry on items allowed and prohibited activities for the Kauai Bus |
| Chaplaincy Corps |
Chaplaincy Corps |
| Charter Review Commission |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Charter Review Commission, which studies and reviews the operation of the County government. |
| Citizen Advisory Committee |
East Kauai Development Plan - Citizen Advisory Committee |
| Citizens Police Academy |
Kauai Police Department - Citizens Police Academy |
| Civil Service Commission |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Civil Service Commission, Merit Appeals Board |
| Class 3 Road Test Vehicle Requirements |
Class 3 Road Test Vehicle Requirements for County of Kauai residents |
| Cold Cases |
On-going Investigations of Unsolved Homicides |
| Collections |
The Real Property Tax Collection function administers the tax collection system and assists with custodial responsibilities for all real property records. |
| Commendations & Complaints |
Kauai Police Department Commendations & Complaints |
| Commendations & Complaints |
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| Commercial Activity |
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| Commissions |
Links to Planning Commission, Open Space Commission, and Historic Preservation Commission. |
| Committee Meeting Agendas & Minutes |
Council Committee Meetings Agendas and Minutes |
| Committee on the Status of Women |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Committee on the Status of Women |
| Communication Access |
Communication Access resources, including sign language interpreters |
| Communications Section |
Kauai Police Department's Communications Section includes Dispatch |
| Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) |
Program page for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program whose goal is to develop and improve communities, principally for low and moderate income persons, by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment and expanded economic opportunities. |
| Community Emergency Response Team |
Community Emergency Response Team |
| Community Events |
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| Community Relations |
Kauai Police Department Community Relations |
| Community Resources / Links |
Community Resources / Links |
| Community Workshop |
East Kauai Development Plan - Community Workshop |
| Composting |
Kauai County Recycling - Home Composting |
| Construction & Inspection |
Kauai County Engineering Division - Construction & Inspection |
| Contact |
Contact information for the Life's Choices Kauai Program |
| Contact Information & Links |
Kauai County Agency on Elderly Affairs - KAEA Contact Information and Resources / Links |
| Contact Us |
KPD phone numbers |
| Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) |
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| Cost Control Commission |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Cost Control Commission |
| Council Meeting Agendas, Minutes & Recap Memoranda |
Council Meeting Agendas, Minutes & Recap Memoranda |
| Council Services |
County of Kauai, Office of the County Clerk, Council Services Division |
| Councilmembers 2022 - 2024 |
Kauai County Councilmembers 2022-2024 |
| County Attorney |
The county attorney is the chief legal adviser and legal representative of all agencies, including the county council, and of all officers and employees in matters relating to their official powers and duties. The county attorney does not provide legal advice or guidance to the general public. |
| County Council |
Kauai County Council contact information, links to meeting agendas, notices, minutes, resolutions, ordinances, archives, etc. |
| County Directory |
Directory of Contact information for all Kauai County departments and agencies, including address, phone and email address. |
| County Employment Information |
Links to employment opportunities |
| COVID-19 Testing |
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| Crime Mapping |
View crime data on a map of Kauai. |
| Curbside Recycling |
The County is currently in the process of siting and designing a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) that will allow residential curbside recycling services to be available on island. |
| Current CZO with Amendments |
Current Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (CZO) with Amendments |
| Departments |
Chart showing the organizational structure of the Kauai Police Department |
| Departments & Agencies |
Kauai County Departments, Offices and Agencies |
| Development Plan |
East Kauai Development Plan - Draft and Final |
| Disabled Parking Permits |
Disabled Parking Permits, ADA Placards for County of Kauai residents |
| Disaster Recovery and Mitigation Programs |
County of Kauai Housing Agency webpage dedicated to disaster recovery and mitigation grant required information. |
| Disposable Plastic Policy |
The Mayor's policy on Disposable Plastic Use by County Agencies and at County Facilities. |
| Division of Purchasing |
Kauai County Division of Purchasing |
| Domestic Violence |
The Kauai Police Department takes a firm stance on Domestic Violence regardless of the identity of the perpetrator, and strictly enforces Domestic Violence laws. |
| Donate HI5 to Schools & Nonprofits |
HI 5 Recycling Bin Program at the County of Kauai |
| Driver's License Change of Address |
CDL Commercial Drivers License (A, B, C) for the County of Kauai |
| Driver's License Renewals |
Applying for drivers licenses (permit, new, renewal, duplicate, out of state transfer, international driver's license, and drivers testing, including written and road tests). |
| Drivers Licensing and Motor Vehicles |
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| Drug Nuisance Abatement Unit (DNAU) |
Overview of Drug Nuisance Abatement Unit (DNAU) |
| Duplicate/Replacement License |
Kauai County Duplicate/Replacement License |
| East Kauai Development Plan |
East Kauai Development Plan |
| East Kauai Sirens |
Kauaʻi County Outdoor Warning Sirens - East Side |
| Economic Development |
Kauai County Office Of Economic Development |
| Economic Statistics and Forecasting |
Kauai County OED - Economic Statistics and Forecasting |
| Education & Libraries |
Educational facilities and libraries in the State of Hawaii and the County of Kauai, Hawaii. |
| Elderly Affairs FAQs |
Frequently Asked Questions for the Agency on Elderly Affairs |
| Elections & Voting |
Welcome to the Elections Division’s web page. “Providing accessible, convenient, and secure election services for the citizens of the County of Kaua‘i is our primary objective.” |
| Electronic Plan Review |
Electronic Plan Review (ePlan) is a web-based solution that allows plans for Building Permits to be submitted electronically, replacing the traditional paper-based review method. |
| Electronic Plan Review Setup |
Instructions for setting up ePlan Review on a computer. These instructions only need to be performed once on each computer. |
| Electronics Recycling |
Recycling computers, cell phones, TV's, radios and VCR's on Kauai. |
| Emergency Management Agency (formerly Civil Defense) |
The Kauai Emergency Management Agency has the responsibility for administering and operating the various local, State and Federal civil defense programs for the County. This includes planning, preparing, and coordinating civil defense operations in meeting disaster situations and coordinating post-disaster recovery operations involving State and/or Federal assistance. |
| Emergency Preparedness |
Find out why you should prepare for a disaster, get a home survival kit checklist, siren location, and get other emergency preparedness resources. |
| Emergency Proclamations |
Emergency proclamations for the County of Kauai |
| Employee Benefits |
List of Employee benefits and deductions |
| Energy Programs |
Kauai County OED - Program Areas - Energy Programs |
| Engineering |
The Division provides general engineering and surveying services for the Department. It also provides recommendations and technical support services to the Administration and the County Council, when such services are required. It is primarily tasked with the responsibility of administrating the Grading, Grubbing and Stock piling Ordinance, the Flood Plain Ordinance, the Speed Hump Ordinance, and the Drive-way Approach Ordinance. |
| ePlan Browser Options |
This page shows the compatibility of the Electronic Plan Review (ePlan) software with various Windows and Mac operating systems and browser versions, including recommended browser settings for Internet Explorer version 10 and 11. |
| Event Loaner Bin Program |
This program was developed by the County Recycling Office with the public in mind. We loan out free HI5 recycling containers for special events on Kaua‘i, whether it be for a community event or family celebration. |
| Exemption Information |
Kauai County Real Property Tax Exemption Information |
| Explorer Program |
Kauai Police Department: Explorer Program |
| Facilities |
Park and pool facilities in the County of Kauai |
| Fair Housing |
Kauai County Housing Agency - Fair Housing |
| Felicia Cowden |
Councilmember Felicia Cowden |
| Festivals & Events |
This is an external link to one of our partner websites, www.kauaifestivals.com. |
| File a Complaint on a Licensed Establishment |
The Kauai Department of Liquor Control reviews and responds to all complaints received from the community related to liquor establishments. Please file your complaint by submitting to us the Complaint Form below or Call our 24 Hour Complaint Line at (808) 241-4967 and leave a message. We respect your privacy and will keep your contact information confidential.
1. How do I file a complaint? You may file a complaint online, by phone or in person. Allow a minimum of five (5) business days for c |
| Finance |
Kauai County Department of Finance |
| Financial Responsibility Section |
Financial Responsibility Section of the County of Kauai Drivers Licensing Division |
| Fire Commission |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Fire Commission |
| Fire Department |
The mission of the Kauai Fire Department is to protect life, preserve property and enhance the environment of the County of Kauai from all hazards. Information on operations, fire prevention, training, ocean safety and more. |
| Firearms Section |
Firearm Registration Forms |
| Flood Debris Management Project |
Flood Debris Management Project - Wailapa Stream |
| Floodplain Management |
Floodplain Management |
| Fluorescent Lights |
How to recycle or dispose of fluorescent lights on the island of Kauai |
| Food Waste Reduction |
Food Recovery Hierarchy and ways to divert food waste from the Kekaha Landfill. |
| Forms & Applications |
Kauai County Liquor Control - Forms & Applications |
| Forms & Handouts |
Kauai County Real Property Assessment RPA - Forms & Handouts |
| Forms and Documents |
Frequently asked questions for the Purchasing Division. |
| Frequently Asked Questions |
Kauai County Frequently Asked Questions |
| General Info |
Kauai County Real Property General Info |
| General Plan Update |
General Plan Update |
| General Plan Update Technical Studies |
General Plan Update Technical Studies |
| Get In Line Online! |
County of Kauai online payments and appointment scheduler. |
| GIS |
County of Kauai Geographic Information Systems (GIS) |
| Golf |
Wailua golf course hosted 3 USGA Amateur Public Links Championships and is voted by Golf Digest as one of Hawaii’s best 15 golf courses. |
| Green Waste Recycling |
Kauai County Recycling - Green Waste Recycling |
| Hawaii Bottle Bill (HI 5) |
Kauai County Recycling - Hawaii Bottle Bill |
| Hazardous Waste |
Kauai County Recycling - Hazardous Waste Collection |
| HI5 Bins to Businesses Program |
Free program to assist businesses with their HI5 recycling by offering recycling bins for offices and common use areas. |
| HI5 Bins to Retailers Program |
Free program to encourage HI5 recycling by offering free recycling bins to retailers. |
| HI5 Business Signage |
Print Quality signage provided via grants for by the State Department of Health to assist businesses with organizing their HI5 recycling program. |
| HI5 Compost Day |
HI5 ACTION AND COMPOSTING DAY |
| HI5 Curbside Haulers |
Directory for businesses that can assist with curbside HI5 Recycling |
| HI5 Non-Profit Recycling Bin Program |
The “HI-5 RECYCLING BIN Program” (HI-5 Bin) has been developed by the County of Kauai to allow schools and non-profit organizations (hereafter called “organizations”) to institute year round HI-5 recycling programs at their facilities with the use of County of Kauai issued HI-5 Bins. (Organizations that need recycling bins for events or short term activities can loan them out under a separate Special Events Bin program through the County of Kauai; for more information call 241-5120). HI-5 Bins |
| Hiking Trails |
This is an external link to one of our partner sites, www.kauaiexplorer.com |
| Historic Preservation Commission |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Kauai Historic Preservation Review Commission |
| Homebuyer Program |
Program page for the Kauai Affordable Home Buyer Program which provides affordable home loans for qualified households on the Kauai Affordable Home Buyer Loan Program Waiting List. |
| Homeless Support |
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| Homemade Trailers |
Registering homemade trailers with the Motor Vehicle Registration Division |
| Housing & Community Development |
Kauai County - Housing and Community Development |
| Housing Agency |
Kauai County Housing Agency |
| Housing Opportunities |
Kauai County Housing Agency - Housing Projects |
| How to Apply Online |
Kauai County Personnel - How to apply online |
| How To's and Informational Videos |
Instructional videos for the Department of Motor Vehicles. |
| Human Resources |
Kauai County - Human Resources |
| Hurricane Preparedness for Trash and Recycling |
How to prepare your trash and recycling in the event of a hurricane. |
| Information for Victims and Witnesses |
Information for victims and witnesses of crime in Kauai County. |
| Information Technology |
Kauai County - Information Technology Division |
| Ink Cartridge Recycling |
Recycle ink and toner cartridges at Hopaco-Office Max, St. Teresa School and Kalaheo Elementary School. |
| Instructional Permits |
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| Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan |
Kauai County Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan - Here you will find meeting agendas, minutes, and miscellaneous documents that will be posted. Subscribe to RSS feeds for this information for fastest updates |
| Investigative Services Bureau |
Kauai Police Department Investigative Services Bureau |
| Job FAQs |
Frequently Asked Questions - Applying of a job with the County of Kauai |
| Job Notifications |
Get notified about jobs when a recruitment opens. |
| Job Opportunities |
Master list of job openings for current open positions within the County of Kauai, including unskilled (“registration class”) jobs, and many of the non-civil service opportunities within the departments. |
| Junior Lifeguard Programs |
Keiki Junior Lifeguard Program and Junior Lifeguard Program information and links to required forms. |
| Kapaa - Kealia Bike Path |
Kapaa - Kealia Bike Path |
| Kauai County Charter Authority |
Information regarding the Office of the County Auditor and its authority as defined in the County Charter |
| Kauai County Voters with Special Needs Advisory Committee |
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| Kauai Economic Development Plan |
Kauai Economic Development Plan (CEDS) |
| Kauai Film Commission |
Kauai County OED - Kauai Film Commission |
| Kauai Made Program |
The Official "Kauai Made" Program - Kauai made products and crafts |
| Kauai Police Activities League |
Kauai Police Activities League - KPAL |
| Kauaʻi Siren Locations |
Kauaʻi County Outdoor Warning Siren Locations |
| Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall |
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| Kekaha Landfill Expansion |
Kekaha Landfill Expansion site |
| Kekaha Landfill Information |
Kekaha Landfill services the disposal and recycling of residential items and commercial refuse. |
| KipuKai Kualiʻi, Council Vice Chair |
Council Vice Chair KipuKai Kualiʻi |
| Kuna Bay - Anahola Bike Path |
Kuna Bay - Anahola Bike Path |
| Landfill Payments |
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| Life's Choices FAQs |
Life's Choices Kauai, Frequently Asked Questions |
| Life's Choices Kauai |
Empowering the Kauaʻi community to be drug-free. |
| Lihue Community Plan (LCP) |
2015 Lihue Community Plan (document), County of Kauai |
| Lihue Town Core Urban Design Plan |
Lihue Town Core Urban Design Plan |
| Lima Ola Kauai |
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| Links and Downloads |
Kauai County OED - Workforce Investment Act - Links and Downloads |
| Liquor Control |
Kauai County Department of Liquor Control |
| Liquor Control Commission |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Liquor Control Commission |
| Liquor Control FAQs |
Frequently Asked Questions for the Kauai County Liquor Department |
| List of Events |
Browse and search events. Filter by event type, location, calendar. |
| Lobbyist Registration |
Lobbyist Registration |
| Local Culture |
This is an external link to one of our partner websites, www.gohawaii.com. |
| Long Range Division |
Planning Department Long Range Division |
| Lost & Found Policy |
The Kauai Bus Lost and Found |
| Lydgate - Kapaa Bike Path |
Lydgate - Kapaa Bike Path |
| Mac OS ePlan Setup |
Instructions for setting up Kauai County's ePlan Review on Mac computers. |
| Map of County Facilities |
Interactive map of County facilities, including County buildings, parks, and more. |
| Map of County Facilities |
Interactive map of County facilities, including County buildings, parks, and more. |
| Maps |
Kauai County Real Property Assessment Maps |
| March 2021 Flooding |
March 2021 Flooding |
| Medical Waste |
Instructions and locations for disposing medical needles (sharps). |
| Meetings & Events |
A calendar of Life's Choices Kauaʻi meetings and events. |
| Mel Rapozo, Council Chair |
Mel Rapozo, Council Chair |
| Metal Recycling |
Kauai County Recycling - Metal Recycling |
| Missing People |
People who are reported as missing in Kauai County |
| Mission Statement |
Mission Statement of the Kauai Police Department |
| Motor Oil Recycling |
Kauai County Recycling - Motor Oil Recycling |
| MSW Tech Study- 2023 |
Technologies for Long-Term Management of Municipal Solid Waste |
| Multi-Hazard Mitigation and Resilience Plan |
Kauai County's Multi-Hazard Mitigation and Resilience Plan broken out into sections with links to the different sections |
| Multimodal Transportation Planning |
Complete Streets is a set of design principles that promotes safe access for pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and public transportation users of all ages and abilities. |
| Natural Disasters & Preparation |
Natural Disaster & Preparation for floods, hurricanes, tsunamis, and evacuation procedures. |
| Nawiliwili - Ahukini Bike Path |
Nawiliwili - Ahukini Bike Path |
| Neighborhood Centers |
Kauai County Neighborhood Centers for Kilauea, Kapaa, Lihue, Koloa, Kalaheo, Hanapepe, Waimea, and Kekaha |
| Non-Resident Military |
Members of the United States Armed Forces on active duty stationed at a military installation in Hawaii and who are residents of another state are exempt from payment of Hawaii's motor vehicle weight taxes. Individuals who are members of a reserve component on temporary active duty do not qualify for this exemption. |
| North Kauai Sirens |
Kauaʻi County Outdoor Warning Sirens - North Shore |
| Notifications |
Register for Notification Services |
| Ocean Safety Bureau |
The Water Safety Operation Bureau promotes prevention and safety awareness to all persons who frequent our beaches and provides in-services training for staff and public entities. |
| OED File Manager (not public) |
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| OED in the News |
Kauai County - OED in the News |
| Office of the County Auditor |
Office of the County Auditor contact information, links to reports, other communication, etc. |
| Office of the County Clerk |
County of Kauai, Office of the County Clerk |
| Office of the Mayor |
Office of the Mayor - Kauai, Hawaii |
| Online Crime Reporting |
Information about using Kauai Police Department's Online Crime Reporting form. |
| Online Services |
Kauai County Online Services |
| OPA Documents |
Office of the Prosecuting Attorney - Budget Plans, Presentations, and other documents |
| Open Space Commission |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Public Access, Open Space Commission |
| Operations |
The Fire/Rescue/HazMat/Medical Response Operations program provides fire protection and suppression, rescue (ocean and land), hazmat and emergency medical services (basic life support.) It conducts commercial, hotel, and industrial pre-fire planning.... |
| Ordinance 902 |
In August 2010, the County adopted Ordinance 902, which bans the landfill disposal of commercially generated loads exceeding 10% corrugated cardboard, 10% ferrous and non-ferrous metal, or 10% green waste. Businesses and garbage haulers that deliver loads to the landfill that exceed the 10% limit for the specified items will be issued a one time warning, and then will be subject to load rejection and potential penalties from the County. |
| Ordinances |
Council Ordinances |
| Other Federally Funded Assistance Programs |
Rental and Utilities Assistance, Mortgage Assistance, Landlord-Tenant Medication Assistance |
| Other Transactions |
Other transactions handled by the County of Kauai |
| Out of State License Transfers |
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| Out of State Transfers |
An Out-of-State Vehicle Permit allows a vehicle to be operated within Kauai County until the Out-of-State Registration expires or for a maximum of one year from date of arrival. |
| Ownership Transfer |
Transferring ownership of vehicles in Kauai County |
| Paratransit Service |
The Kauai Bus Paratransit Service |
| Parks & Recreation |
Kauai County Department of Parks and Recreation |
| Parks Photo Album |
Kauai County Parks Photo Album |
| Patrol Services Bureau |
Kauai Police Department - Patrol Services Bureau |
| Pavilions |
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| Pay As You Throw |
Pay as You Throw (PAYT) is a variable rate for refuse collection service based on volume of the refuse cart requested by the customer. |
| Pay Property Taxes Online |
Pay your County of Kauai property taxes online |
| Pay Your Sewer Bill Online |
Pay your bi-monthly sewer service bill instantly using your credit card or by direct debit from your checking account. |
| Percentage Fee Payments |
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| Permanently Junking a Vehicle |
You may permanently junk a vehicle which you no longer want regardless of whether or not the registration is current or expired. When you permanently junk your vehicle, you are declaring that the vehicle will never be registered again. |
| Permits & Land Use |
Links to permitting and land use information, along with the responsible County agencies or departments. |
| Permitting |
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| Personalized/Organizational License Plates |
Check to see if a personalized plate is available and view requirements for obtaining a Personalized/Organizational license plate. |
| Photos |
KPAL Photos |
| Plan Archive |
Planning Department - The Kauai County General Plan |
| Planning Commission |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Planning Commission |
| Planning Department |
County of Kauai Planning Department |
| Plastic Bag Reduction Ordinance |
The Plastic Bag Reduction Ordinance requires all retail establishments to provide only recyclable paper bags or reusable bags to customers at checkout stands. |
| Plastics Recycling and Packaging Reuse |
Kauai County Recycling - Plastics Recycling and Polystyrene (Styrofoam) Reuse |
| Police Commission |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Police Commission |
| Police Department |
County of Kauai: Kauai Police Department |
| Police Services Officer |
Police Services Officer position with the Kauai Police Department |
| Polystyrene Food Service Container Ban |
Kauai County Recycling - Polystyrene Food Service Container Ban |
| Pregnant and Using? |
get help if you are pregnant and using drugs and / or alcohol substances |
| Press Releases |
Kauai County Press Releases (news) |
| Press Releases |
Press Releases regarding Drivers Licensing and Motor Vehicle Registration for the County of Kauai |
| Prevention Bureau |
Responsibilities and event calendar of Kauai Fire Department's Prevention Bureau. |
| Prevention Bureau Services |
Services available from Kauai Fire Department's Prevention Bureau: Fire Inspection & Code Enforcement, Public Education, Plan Review, Permits, and Fire Investigation. |
| Program Areas |
Kauai County OED - Program Areas, Office of Economic Development |
| Programs |
Life's Choices Kauai (formerly Anti-Drug) Programs |
| Programs |
Parks & Recreation programs and events in the County of Kauai |
| Project Assessment / Maps / Drawings |
Ahukini to Lydgate Bike Path project, Kauai, Hawaii - Project Environmental Assessment, including maps and structural drawings |
| Project Management |
Kauai County Engineering Division - Project Management |
| Projects |
Kauai County Building Division Projects - various projects of the building division |
| Propane & Other Pressurize Tanks |
Propane tanks with VALVES INTACT ONLY are accepted from residents free of charge at Hanalei Transfer Station, Kapaa Transfer Station, Lihue Transfer Station, and Hanapepe Transfer Station. All tanks without valves should be taken to Puhi Metals Recycling Facility. Tanks smaller than 5 gallons are not accepted and may be disposed in the regular trash. Tanks larger than 20 gallons (40 pounds) are not accepted. Home Depot offers a discount on a new tank if you bring your old tank in. |
| Prosecuting Attorney |
Kauai County - Office of the Prosecuting Attorney |
| PSB - Hanalei District |
Hanalei District of the Kauai Police Department |
| PSB - Lihue District |
Lihue District of the Kauai Police Department |
| PSB - Traffic Safety Section |
Traffic Safety Section of the Kauai Police Department |
| PSB - Waimea District |
Waimea District of the Kauai Police Department |
| Public Hearing Notices & Minutes |
Council Public Hearing Notices and Minutes |
| Public Information Office |
Kauai County Public Information Office |
| Public Meetings on Landfill Issues |
Presentation on Kekaha Landfill issues and monthly meetings. |
| Public Safety |
Kauai County Public Safety |
| Public Works |
Kauai County - Public Works Department |
| RAISE Grant |
RAISE Grant Application submittal as well as all other back up documentation |
| REAL ID |
REAL ID requirements for State of Hawaii Drivers Licenses and State ID. |
| Real Property |
Kauai County Real Property Assessment |
| Records Section |
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| Recruitment |
Kauai Police Department recruitment information, including a link to apply online |
| Recycling- Bin Clean-up |
Recycling- Bin Clean-up |
| Recycling- Community and Beach Clean-up |
Recycling- Community and Beach Clean-up |
| Recycling community service |
Recycling community service |
| Recycling community service and volunteering |
Site to provide opportunities to perform and highlights for community service and volunteering in solid waste and recycling (waste diversion) on Kauai. |
| Recycling Education |
Educational material and outreach for Kauai students and Teachers. |
| Recycling FAQ |
Kauai County Recycling - FAQ. Frequently asked questions and answers about recycling on Kauai. |
| Recycling Grants |
In 2013 the County awarded $50,000 in recycling and waste diversion grants to local organizations. |
| Recycling Programs |
The Kauai County Recycling Office funds and administers residential recycling programs, educates about waste diversion opportunities, and provides technical assistance to commercial agencies. Here you will find detailed descriptions / information on each of the various programs. |
| Recycling Signs |
Download printable signs for recycling in Kauai County. |
| Recycling- Volunteer clean-up |
Recycling- Volunteer clean-up |
| Refuse Collection |
Kauai County refuse collection page |
| Refuse Transfer Stations |
Refuse Transfer Stations service the disposal and recycling of residential items and commercial refuse. |
| Register for CERT Classes |
Explanation of available Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) classes and online form to register |
| Registration (Renewals) |
Information on registering and renewing the registration of your vehicle in the County of Kauai. |
| Regulatory Review |
Kauai County Engineering Division - Regulatory Review |
| Replacement Plates, Emblem and Registration |
Replacing license plates, emblem and registration in County of Kauai |
| Replacement Title |
Replacing your vehicle title in County of Kauai |
| Reports |
Financial Reports |
| Reports |
Kauai County Auditor Reports |
| Residential Drop Bin Program |
Kauai County Recycling - Residential Drop Bin Program |
| Residential Refuse Collection Assessment |
Residential Refuse Collection Assessment |
| Resolutions |
Council Resolutions |
| Resource Directory |
Listings to help Kaua'i residents in need of substance, treatment or prevention programs or assistance. |
| Resource Documents |
Planning Department Resource Documents |
| Resources and Info |
Resources and information relating to Life's Choices Kauai (formerly Anti-Drug Program) |
| Reuse |
Kauai County Reuse Information |
| Roads / Highways |
The Road Maintenance Division performs pothole patching, roadside grading and mowing, herbiciding, guardrail construction, ditch cleaning, catch basin and culvert cleaning, bridge repair, and sidewalk repair. |
| Ross Kagawa |
Kauai County Councilmember Ross Kagawa |
| RPA Appeals |
Kauai County Real Property Tax Appeals |
| RSS Feeds |
Kauai County, Hawaii Government news and information RSS Feeds - Document Syndication |
| RSVP |
Kauai County AEA - RSVP - The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program |
| Rules and Regulations |
Rules and regulations regarding County of Kauai Real Property. |
| Safety Checks |
County of Kauai, Drivers Licensing Division, Safety Checks |
| Salary Commission |
Agendas, minutes and information relating to the Salary Commission |
| Sea Level Rise Constraint District Viewer |
Sea Level Rise Constraint District Viewer |
| Seabirds |
General information and education on seabirds, rescue procedures, and predator control information. |
| Search |
Advanced search options, including website content and files. Link to the A-Z page to view an alphabetical listing of webpages and search by page name and description. |
| Seasonal Youth Employment Opportunities |
Employment opportunities for Winter, Spring or Summer internships with the County of Kauai will be listed on this page. |
| Section 8 Rental Assistance |
Information about the Housing Agency’s Section 8 Choice Voucher Program (Rental Assistance) Division |
| Senior Programs |
Parks & Recreation - Senior Citizen Programs |
| Sewer Applications and Forms |
Applications and forms for download from the Public Works Waste Water Management Division |
| Shoreline Setback |
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| Shredded Paper |
Document destruction information for sensitive and/or confidential records for residents and businesses. |
| Solicitations, Addenda, and Other Notices |
Kauai County - Purchasing - Solicitations, Addenda, and Other Notices |
| Solid Waste |
The Solid Waste division includes the County of Kauai Landfill Program, greenwaste diversion program, refuse collections, refuse transfer stations, and recycling / waste management programs. |
| South Kauai Community Plan |
South Kauai Community Plan
South Kauai Form Based Code
South Kauai Special Planning Areas |
| South Kauai Sirens |
Kauaʻi County Outdoor Warning Sirens - South Shore |
| Sparky's Fire Safety House |
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| Special Event Recycling |
Information on recycling and zero waste options for special events. |
| Special Management Area (SMA) |
Forms and applications for Special Management Area (SMA) |
| Special Requests |
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| Sports Leagues |
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| Spring Programs |
Spring Programs available through the County of Kauai's Parks and Recreation Department |
| Staff |
About Life's Choices Kauai (formerly Anti-Drug Program) staff |
| Staff and Contact Information |
OED Staff and Contact Information |
| State of Hawaii Identification Cards |
State of Hawaii Identification Cards for County of Kauai residents |
| Storing a Registered Vehicle |
If you will not be using your registered vehicle for a period of time, you may place your vehicle in an official “storage” status. By doing so, you will be exempt from payment of future registration fees and taxes. |
| Suicide Prevention Resources |
Resources for suicide prevention |
| Summer Program Registration |
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| Summer Programs |
Kauai County Parks & Recreation - Summer Programs |
| Sunshine Markets |
Kauai, Hawaii Sunshine Markets. Farmers market; fresh island grown produce |
| Surveys / Announcements |
East Kauai Development Plan - Surveys / Announcements |
| Sustainability Program |
Documents from the Office of Economic Development regarding the County’s Sustainability and Climate Action Plan |
| Tabulations and Awards |
Posting of various awards: IFB, RFP, Exempt, PROF SVC |
| Tax Appeal Court |
Kauai County Real Property Assessment - Tax Appeal Court |
| Tax Rates |
Kauai County Real Property Assessment Tax Rates |
| Taxicab Permits & Inspection |
Taxicab Permits & Inspection for County of Kauai |
| Taxpayer Information |
Real Property Assessment - Taxpayer Information |
| The Chief's Corner |
Kaua‘i Police Department Chief's Corner |
| The Kauai Resource Center |
The Kauai Resource Center |
| The Legislative Process - How A Bill Becomes An Ordinance |
The Legislative Process - How A Bill Becomes An Ordinance |
| Tire Recycling |
Residential tires from passenger vehicles are accepted for recycling at all County Refuse Transfer Stations and the Kekaha Landfill. |
| Tourism Program |
Kauai County OED - Tourism Program |
| Training Bureau |
The Fire Department Training and Research Bureau is responsible for training firefighters in a variety of disciplines. Training is one of the gears that drive the department. Training classes include incident command, fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials, act of terrorism, rescues of all types and operation of trucks and boats. |
| Transient Accommodations Tax |
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| Transient Vacation Rentals |
Transient Vacation Rentals, County of Kauai |
| Transparency – OpenGov Portal |
Kauai County budget and financial reports and graphs |
| Transparency Initiatives |
Council Transparency Initiatives |
| Transportation Agency |
The Kaua'i Bus operates a Public (Fixed Route) bus service and a Paratransit (Door-to-Door) bus service from Hanalei to Kekaha daily except on Sundays and County holidays. The Kauai Bus now provides service to the Airport and limited service to Koloa and Poipu. |
| Treasury Division |
Kauai County Treasury Division of Finance - Motor Vehicles, Drivers Licensing |
| Understanding Real Property Taxes |
Kauai County - Understanding Real Property Taxes |
| Uninstall ePlan Components |
Instructions on how to uninstall Electronic Plan Review components. |
| Update CERT Contact Information |
For Kauai CERT member - update your contact information or opt out of the CERT program |
| Used Cooking Oil Recycling |
Cooking oil recycling program not available at this time. Call the County Recycling Office at 241-4439 for more information. |
| Vacation Planner |
This is an external link to one of our partner websites, www.kauaidiscovery.com. |
| Vacation Rental Manager Program |
Recycling assistance for Vacation Rental Managers. |
| Vaccine |
Information on COVID-19 vaccine for County of Kauai. |
| Vehicle Disposal |
Legal owners may dispose of vehicles free of charge by completing a junking affidavit. Abandoned or derelict vehicles left on County property can be reported at the Solid Waste Division. |
| Videos |
Public Service Announcements and other Anti-Drug Program related videos |
| Videos |
Videos of Kauai Police Activities League (K-PAL) events and activities. |
| Visioning Meetings |
East Kauai Development Plan - Visioning Meetings |
| Waimea 400 |
Waimea 400 |
| Waimea Valley Rockslide |
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| Waste Diversion Rate and Waste Characterization |
The County of Kauai's Recycling Rate and how it's calculated. |
| Wastewater Management |
The County of Kauai Wastewater Management division serves to protect the public's health, safety, and the environment by developing and operating the County's wastewater infrastructure. Includes the Wastewater Administration and Engineering Program, and the Wastewater Treatment Facilities Program. |
| Water Department |
Kauai County Department Of Water |
| Weather & Surf |
Kauai Hawaii Weather Forecast and Surf Report |
| Webcast Meetings |
View streaming videos of the Kauai County's Mayor, Meetings and supporting documents. |
| West Kauai Sirens |
Kauaʻi County Outdoor Warning Sirens - West Side |
| What Is An Audit? |
Information from the Office of the County Auditor regarding the definition and purpose of audits as well as how they are conducted |
| Who Can Apply |
Find out the requirements for applying to work for the County Of Kauai |
| Windows 7 / Vista ePlan Setup |
Instructions for setting up Kauai County's ePlan Review on computers running Windows 7 and Windows Vista |
| Windows 8 ePlan Setup |
Instructions for setting up Kauai County's ePlan Review on computers running Windows 8. |
| Winter Fun Program |
Winter Fun Program is a program hosted by the County of Kauai Parks and Recreation Department |
| Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act |
Kauai County OED - Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) |
| Workforce Innovative & Opportunity Act |
Documents and meetings of Workforce Innovative and opportunity act. |
| WorkWise Kauai |
Kauai County Workforce Investment Act - WorkWise Kauai - The One-Stop Job Center |
| Youth Resource Directory |
Resources and information for youth and parents. |
| Youth Services |
Office Of Economic Development Program Areas Workforce Investment Act Youth Services |
| Zero Waste |
County of Kauai has adopted a Zero Waste Resolution to meet the goal of 70% diversion by 2023. |
| Zoning and Land Use Permits |
Planning Department information on zoning and subdivision ordinances that control land use for the County of Kauai |
| Zoning Maps |
Disclaimer page for Zoning Maps |
| Zwibble and the Greatest Clean-Up |
Zwibble and the Greatest Clean-Up Ever |