About Us

Since 1985, the Kula Community Association (KCA) has been the leading voice on issues impacting our Kula community, specifically, and our Upcountry district, generally. KCA uses a Board of Directors elected by members of the community who have joined the KCA. When issues or problems arise, the Board discusses the matter, may take a position, inform the community, and advocate on behalf of our whole community. The Board is guided by our stated Vision and Purpose.

Annually, the Mayor and County Council seeks our advice on matters which need County funding and we provide them a prioritized list of the communityʻs needs. Throughout the year, we hold general community meetings that provide information on current issues and engagement with key county decision makers, while seeking the advice and recommendations of community members.

By working together with the county and state governments and individuals, associations, and groups within our community we seek to improve life in our Kula community.

Our Vision

To preserve open space, support agriculture, maintain a rural and residential atmosphere, and work together as a community

View from the top of Kamehamenui on Kula Maui showing the open range land, Kula residential area, and the ocean

Kula Community Association President giving a community donation to the Kula Firefighters

Our Purpose

To improve the quality of life for the residents of Kula, to promote civic welfare and, generally, to benefit the community of Kula.

Our Board

Jordan Hocker

President

Doug Sheehan

Vice President

Mitch Silver

Vice President

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Secretary? Please let us know.

Sean Wilson

Treasurer

Brendan Balthazar

Wildfire Prevention, Water

Lily Diamond

Social Media, Newsletter

Kyle Ellison

Barbara Fernandez

Programs

Tina Kekoolani

Programs

Annette Niles

Kamehamenui

Bobbie Patnode

Past President

Marina Riker

Social Media, Newsletter,

DeAndre Takahashi

Theresa Thompson

Kamahamenui, Programs

Committees

Our Committees

Water Task Force

We are working to create a collaborative effort between government, private industry, and the community associations of Maui to develop a long-term water delivery and storage system that will serve all the agriculture and domestic needs of the Upcountry community

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Wildfire Prevention

This is a new committee. A team will meet soon to develop its purpose.

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View from the top of Kamehamenui Kula Maui range land

Kamehamenui Forest

We are monitoring the DLNR plans for this project, participating in community meetings on this topic, and preparing a KCA Board position in response to the final draft of the Kamehamenui Forest Property plan.

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Kula community member engaged in a community table discussion

Programs

We plan, publicize, and conduct three to four Community Meetings each year on topics impacting the welfare of our upcountry region. We invite key speakers, facilitate audience participation and create processes for group dialogue. In election years, we conduct Candidate Forums.

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Digital Media

We are establishing new digital infrastructure for our website and newsletter, developing a digital media content calendar and implementing it across all our social media, and website. We need social media contributors.

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The Essentials

County Budget Priorities

Learn more about the budget priorities that we present to the County twice a year.

Our Positions

Learn about the positions we have taken to support our vision and purpose.

Governance

Review the by-laws, ethics statement, and social media policy that govern our association.

Newsletter Archive

Browse the newsletters we've share over the years to learn more about our community.

Our Impact

We measure our success by achieving goals that serve the public good in our community.

Financials

Review our income statement and balance sheet.

Upcountry Issues

Study issues that impact the upcountry region and the surveys of your concerns.

Planning & Development

Find information on local development and planning.

Latest News

Keep up to date on the recent developments affecting our residents' quality of life.

Meeting Minutes

Review the minutes from our community meetings.

About Upcountry

Learn more about the history, organizations, and highlights of upcountry.

The Essentials

About Us

Our Vision

Our Purpose

Our Board

Our Committees

The Essentials

County Budget Priorities

Our Positions

Governance

Newsletter Archive

Our Impact

Financials

Upcountry Issues

Planning & Development

Latest News

Meeting Minutes

About Upcountry

For just $20 you can help us bring together Upcountry residents to share concerns on issues impacting our community, offer solutions, and create change.

Yes! I want to stay informed about Upcountry issues. Your subscription to our newsletter does not include membership in the Kula Community Association so please consider becoming a member.

About Us

Our Vision

Our Purpose

Our Board

Our Committees

The Essentials

County Budget Priorities

Our Positions

Governance

Newsletter Archive

Our Impact

Financials

Upcountry Issues

Planning & Development

Latest News

Meeting Minutes

About Upcountry

For just $20 you can help us bring together Upcountry residents to share concerns on issues impacting our community, offer solutions, and create change. ​

Yes! I want to stay informed about Upcountry issues. Your subscription to our newsletter does not include membership in the Kula Community Association so please consider becoming a member.

For just $20 you can help us bring together Upcountry residents to share concerns on issues impacting our community, offer solutions, and create change.