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Hōʻike Podcast Studio
🌺 Welcome to “The Hōʻike Podcast Studio” – Your go-to for Kauaʻi’s stories, news, and insights! Tune in weekly or monthly for five dynamic segments:
📰 The Hōʻike Weekly – Hyper-local news and cultural updates
🏛️ County Council Updates – Key reports from council meetings
♻️ Talkin’ Trash – Allison Fraley and Max Richardson tackle Kauaʻi’s waste crisis
🚒 Island Alert – Get to know our first responders and the issues they face on Kauaʻi
🎙️ Kauaʻi Voices – Local artist and community leader interviews
Stay connected with the heart of our island!
Hōʻike Podcast Studio
Kauai County Council Update 07.16.2025 - Keeping Our Distance: The New Beachfront Building Rules
Kauaʻi’s coastlines are shifting—and so are the rules! In this episode, Olivia breaks down the County Council’s proposed shoreline setback bill that could change the future of building near the beach. What exactly is a shoreline setback? Why is the council rethinking the distance between homes and the ocean? And how could these new regulations impact homeowners, surfers, and everyone who loves Kauaʻi’s iconic shores?
Join us as we:
- Demystify what a shoreline setback actually means
- Explain the new, data-driven formula for safer, smarter building
- Talk about why public access and environmental protection matter
- Share what comes next, and how you can make your voice heard
Whether you own coastal property, love beach walks, or just care about Kauaʻi’s future, this is the update you can’t miss!
Tune in, stay informed, and help us keep Kauaʻi’s beaches beautiful and accessible for generations to come.