LANDFILL AND WASTE

Responsible Management

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What We Did

• Secured and advanced planning for a new landfill site for Kaua‘i, a complex process that required years of environmental review, planning, and coordination across agencies.

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• Improved refuse transfer stations across the island, including upgrades in Hanalei, Kapaa, Līhu‘e, and Hanapēpē to better serve residents and manage island waste.

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• Strengthened long-term solid waste planning and management systems to prepare for Kaua‘i’s future needs.

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Vision Forward

Waste management is one of the most serious long-term responsibilities for an island community. During his time as mayor, Bernard worked to secure a path forward for Kaua‘i’s next landfill, knowing how critical it would be for the island’s future.

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That experience showed him how complex these issues are and how important it is to act early and plan carefully. Bernard believes Kaua‘i must continue working toward responsible, long-term waste solutions that protect the island’s environment while ensuring the community has the infrastructure it needs.

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With the right leadership, coordination, and persistence, he believes Kaua‘i can move forward again on sustainable waste management solutions that serve the island well into the future.