The Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees voted against funding due diligence for purchasing local TV stations KITV and KIKU. The board cited concerns about the investment while acknowledging potential benefits for Native Hawaiian media representation.
- OHA trustees declined to advance a proposal to purchase KITV Island News and KIKU TV stations.
- The board saw potential benefits including revenue diversification and expanded Native Hawaiian storytelling platforms.
- Trustees expressed concerns about operational readiness and alignment with OHA’s fiduciary responsibilities.
- Board leadership indicated similar investment discussions may continue in the future.
- The proposal aimed to increase Native Hawaiian influence in mainstream media and communications sectors.
Source: Maui Now
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