Richard Bissen

Healthcare The well-being of our residents is foundational to a strong and resilient community. We are investing in physical, mental, and financial health by expanding access to mental health care, supporting kūpuna, strengthening families, and creating opportunities for youth through programs, recreation, and shared community spaces. Environment / Energy Our responsibility to care for Maui County is rooted in Hawaiian values and the principle of mālama ʻāina. We are guided by a culturally informed, community-led approach that honors historic places, respects community identity, and protects our land, water, and ocean resources through stewardship, sustainability, and climate resilience. Economy Building a resilient future requires a strong, diversified economy that works for local residents. The Office of Economic Development has pivoted to serving as a driver of long-term growth and resilience by supporting local businesses, growing living-wage industries, strengthening workforce pathways, and fostering opportunity—while maintaining a balanced and responsible visitor industry. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Recovery from the 2023 wildfires remains a defining responsibility. Our focus has shifted from immediate response to long-term readiness by prioritizing housing stability, resilient infrastructure, and community-led recovery. Securing 1.6 billion in disaster recovery funding is advancing a path forward that keeps people home and strengthens Maui County for generations to come. Housing Ensuring local families can live and thrive in Maui County begins with housing. We have accelerated the delivery of affordable and workforce homes, invested more than a quarter-billion dollars in new housing, and aligned critical infrastructure to support long-term, sustainable solutions for our community.