Hawaii Leeward Planning Conferencewas incorporated December 30, 1974. Forward looking business people saw the need for an organization which would work with government to promote sound planning decisions for West Hawaii. HLPC is dedicated to monitor and review government agencies and assist them in making decisions and to alert and inform its members on issues relating to West Hawaii and their interests.

To provide continuity and achieve their goals, HLPC maintains a full-time staff with an office in Kamuela. Jacqui Hoover is the President and responsible for carrying out HLPC initiatives. Najha Ray is the Resource Specialist in charge of programs, providing administrative support and maintaining our office in the Hale Kea Farms Office Building just off Kawaihae Road.

OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSES OF
HAWAII LEEWARD PLANNING CONFERENCE

1. Advocate sound planning decisions for West Hawaii to promote the long-term benefits for the communities involved.
2. Assist in maintaining and enhancing the attractiveness of West Hawaii through concern for the natural beauty and natural resources of the region.
3. Preserve the significant aspects of Hawaiian History now available in West Hawaii.
4. Provide information to the public on substantive issues facing public planners.
5. Assist public agencies in reaching sound decisions regarding West Hawaii’s future.