Honolulu Charter Commission
Komikina Palapala Hoʻokumu
HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF O’AHU!
The Revised Charter of the City and County of Honolulu is the founding document of Honolulu’s municipal government including its functions like our city’s constitution.
It provides the guiding policy on how the Mayor, City Council, and departments operate, how decisions are made, and how services are delivered.
Questions? Contact the Honolulu Charter Commission staff at cclcharter@honolulu.gov or (808) 768-5071.
YOUR CITY. YOUR VOICE. YOUR CHARTER.
2026 HONOLULU CHARTER AMENDMENT QUESTIONS
What’s on your election ballot.
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The Charter Commission will be meeting on
Monday, October 19 at 2:30 P.M.
in the Honolulu City Council Chamber.
Community Information Sessions Coming Soon!
We’re coming to your community! Learn more about the Charter and what's on your ballot.Charter Commission
The Charter Commission is a 13-member body appointed by the Mayor and the City Council every 10 years.
The Commission is tasked with identifying outdated language, inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve how the City and County of Honolulu serves its people. Any changes the Commission recommends will appear as questions on the November 2026 ballot, and voters will have the final say.
Timeline
Aug 4 – Nov 7, 2025:
Proposal submission period
Dec 2025 – Apr 2026:
Public review & meetings
May – Jul 2026:
Final proposals selected
Aug – Oct 2026:
Voter education & outreach
Nov 3, 2026:
General Election Day – You vote!
Resources
Charter Commission Reports Archive
