#Councilwoman Rebecca Villegas

County Council approves creation of Office of Sustainability, Climate, Equity and Resilience

The new cabinet-level office will lead the Hawai‘i County’s efforts to ensure the Big Island can withstand the effects of climate change.

Council moves forward with purchase of Keauhou Bay property

The Hawai’i County Council during its regular meeting Wednesday moved ahead with plans to purchase some of the last remaining open space at Keauhou Bay.

Mayor Kim Vetoes Ban on County Herbicide Use

Kim’s decision sends Bill 101 back to the County Council which may vote to overturn his veto within 30 days.

West Hawai‘i Legislators to Host Update, July 3

The public is invited to join Rep. Nicole Lowen, Sen. Dru Kanuha and Councilwomen Karen Eoff, Maile David and Rebecca Villegas for a Legislative Update.

West Hawaii Legislative Update & Talk Story Set for July 3

The public is invited to join Rep. Nicole Lowen, Sen. Dru Kanuha and Councilwomen Karen Eoff, Maile David and Rebecca Villegas for an update and talk story.