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Maui Mayor Richard Bissen Heads to California for National City Design Summit; Josiah Nishita Steps in as Acting Mayor

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Published on March 19, 2025
Maui Mayor Richard Bissen Heads to California for National City Design Summit; Josiah Nishita Steps in as Acting MayorSource: Wikipedia/Staff Sgt. Matthew A. Foster, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Mayor Richard Bissen of Maui is setting off on a brief sojourn, trading island vistas for the mainland’s bustle from tonight until this coming Saturday, March 22. Announced by the County of Maui, his temporary departure for California coincides with the 80th National Session of the Mayors’ Institute on City Design, an event slated from March 19-21.

While the mayor focuses on urban design discussions, Josiah Nishita, the County of Maui Managing Director, will serve as acting mayor to maintain governance. His role follows the County Charter, ensuring leadership remains in place while Mayor Bissen is out of state.

The county's announcement on the County of Maui website assures residents that information about the mayor's office is still available. For details, people are encouraged to visit the county's website for general information.