Rent Assistance and Mediation Program
Catholic Charities Hawaii and the State of Hawaii announced today the launch of a new rent relief program that will begin accepting applications next week.
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Governor Ige approves Mayor Kawakami’s rules on inter-island travel
Gov. Ige signed Mayor Kawakami’s Amended Emergency Rule 23, allowing inter-island travelers who have been in the State of Hawai‘i for more than three days to participate in the Safe Travels PreTravel Testing Program for quarantine exemptions.
Read articleKaua‘i “resort bubble” program approved
On December 30th, Governor Ige announced his approval of Mayor Kawakami's request to implement a pre and post-travel testing program for visitors who stay in "resort bubbles" on Kauai. This rule change goes into effect January 5th. You can read the press release below for more information.
Read articleProposal for Inter-island Safe Travels Program
Mayor Kawakami sends proposed amendment to Rule 23 to allow pre-travel testing exemptions for inter-island travel only
Read articleNew Federal Stimulus Signed
On Dec 27th, President Trump signed the most recent federal stimulus package. The $900 billion dollar stimulus package does not include direct funding to the County, but there is significant help to residents impacted by the pandemic. Some of the benefits in the stimulus package include: $600 direct cash payments for individuals (eligibility is limited…
Read articleSpecialty Crop Block Grant
The Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) FY 21 Request for Proposal (RFP) has just been posted on the Hawaii Awards & Notices Data System site.
Read articleQuarantine Reduced to 10 days
Governor Ige issues 17th COVID-19 emergency proclamation, reducing quarantine period for travelers into and within Hawai‘i
Read articleInnovation Grants Request for Proposals
The County of Kauai’s Office of Economic Development (OED) is requesting proposals for its Innovation Grant for Fiscal Year 2020-21. OED will be accepting applications for innovative projects to generate short-term and long-term economic growth and diversification on Kauai. The intent of the grant is to support new programs or projects that advance innovation by identifying and solving local problems in the areas of small business, technology, transportation, agriculture, local manufacturing, circular economy and tourism in Kauai County.
Read articleHawaii Restaurant Card Reminder
The Hawaii Restaurant Card is a prepaid debit card. The $500 cards will be mailed to displaced workers who are currently receiving unemployment insurance benefits. The cards can be used at any Hawaii restaurant. There is no need to sign up for the program. The cards will be mailed to qualified recipients in mid-October.
Read articleSmall Business Grants Funded
The County of Kaua‘i announces it will provide grant funding to approximately 180 Kaua‘i businesses that remain on its application waitlist for the Small Business Boost Grant Program.
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