The County of Maui and Hawaiian Council will open ‘Ulu o Lele, a temporary marketplace for local businesses, at the former Outlets of Maui site on November 10. The free public event runs from 1–8 p.m., with a Common Kings concert to follow.
- The ~3-acre interim marketplace is designed to restore commercial activity in Lahaina while permanent rebuilding of the Front Street corridor continues.
- Funding includes a $4 million grant from the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund, plus support from Hawaiian Council’s Kākoʻo Maui Fund.
- Of 36 fire-impacted properties on the mauka side of Front Street, two building permits have been issued, four applications are under review, and 16 properties are on a rebuilding pathway.
- The marketplace is intended to draw residents and visitors back to Lahaina, rebuilding foot traffic and stimulating economic activity ahead of permanent reconstruction.
- The grand opening is free and open to the public at the corner of Waine’e and Papalaua streets; details at uluolele.com.
Source: Maui Now
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