Council Committee Considers Maui Island Plan

Maui’s archaeological landscapes, ethnic diversity, historic structures, and rare ecosystems collectively define the island and make it unique. The combination of royal fishponds, burial sites, historic sugar mills, churches, vibrant rainforests, endemic species, and spectacular views tell the tale of a mix of cultures and their relationship with the surrounding natural environment. A tenet of environmental stewardship is sustainability, which refers to the ability of mankind to “meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs,” according to a widely accepted definition. Human interactions with the natural elements provide challenges and opportunities for further  natural-resource protection.