How to Get Involved:

On January 25, 2025, we hosted a community symposium at the Kaua‘i Community College Performing Arts Center to discuss the future of KCCC. Panelists shared insights on inmate rehabilitation, community collaboration, and possible relocation sites.

Kauaʻi residents were asked to provide their input on the site selection process for the new KCCC facility through a feedback form. This occurred from January 25 – February 25, 2025. A summary of what we received is below.

We invite you to continue to provide comments throughout this process via this website! Your input is important in shaping the future of the Kauaʻi Community Correctional Center.

What We Heard:

There was overall strong support for Site #4 on Ma’alo Rd due to its proximity to essential government and institutional services, while still maintaining distance from local residential areas. There are concerns about traffic impacts to Ma’alo Road, particularly its intersection with Kūhiō Highway. Traffic impacts will be studied in detail in the Environmental Impact Statement which will begin in summer 2025 and is scheduled to be released in draft form at the end of 2025. Some respondents commented on the potential for the new site to support more effective facilities and services that can enhance rehabilitation. These include agricultural and educational training, more appropriate spaces for religious groups and services, and more facilities to support volunteer groups.

We sincerely appreciate the time spent by those who provided input. Please visit this website for future updates. Mahalo!