Kauai Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami expressed his support for the decision. His office says Kauai has been eagerly awaiting this action and will join the rest of the state in enacting this 14-day quarantine for anyone entering the state. As more cases are confirmed positive, he has also asked all hotel and lodging accommodations to have their guests stay within the boundaries of their property while visiting the island.



In a letter written to the visitor industry, Kawakami stated, “I am writing to you today to personally ask for your assistance in requiring your guests to stay on your property.” He went on to say in his letter, “We are all responsible for taking care of this island and her people, and you have a huge role to play in our unified flight to protect this island, her kupuna, and those who are vulnerable.”