REQUESTING THE COUNTY OF MAUI TO ACQUIRE ALL WEST MAUI WATER SYSTEMS THROUGH EMINENT DOMAIN AND TO HOLD THEM IN TRUST FOR THE PUBLIC, WITH MANAGEMENT UNDER THE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM, PURSUANT TO THE PUBLIC TRUST DOCTRINE.

This concurrent resolution requests Maui County to acquire all private West Maui water systems using eminent domain and hold them in public trust, managed by the county water system. It directly affects residents, farmers, and communities relying on West Maui water resources, aiming to address strain from drought, climate change, and private control of ~80% of systems. Key mechanisms include mandatory eminent domain acquisition, public trust management, and prioritizing environmental protection, cultural preservation, and community needs in water allocation. The resolution does not create new law but urges county action to ensure equitable access and climate resilience.