During a recent government meeting, council members expressed significant concerns regarding the management of water resources and the responsibilities of leadership within the Department of Hawaiian Homelands (DHHL). A council member highlighted a troubling incident that caused widespread alarm among council members, describing it as an \"egregious act\" affecting beneficiaries.

The discussion centered on the inadequacies in the current water use development plan, which the council member criticized for failing to secure appropriate water allocations for DHHL beneficiaries. The member emphasized the importance of prioritizing agricultural water use to ensure that resources are equitably distributed, particularly in light of growing developments in West Kauai that are perceived to be usurping water from East Kauai.

The council member called for greater accountability from the DHHL leadership, specifically targeting the chairman for not fulfilling his responsibilities. The urgency of the situation was underscored by the member's assertion that the hierarchy of land use must prioritize Kalo First and DHHL beneficiaries.

The meeting concluded with a reminder for stakeholders to provide further testimony at the next scheduled meeting on October 31st, indicating ongoing discussions and potential actions regarding these critical issues.