The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) will distribute AT&T Wi-Fi hotspots to eligible Puʻukapu pastoral lessees this week, ensuring reliable broadband service for those in the area. The distribution will occur at the DHHL Waimea District Office located at 64-756 Māmalahoa Highway.
To receive a hotspot, individuals must be current SIC broadband customers who have been without service since April 2024. Hotspots will be issued one per lessee and include one month of unlimited Wi-Fi prepaid by DHHL.
“Reliable access to phone and internet service is a critical lifeline for our Puʻukapu lessees,” said DHHL Broadband Coordinator Jaren Tengan. “Our goal is to provide SIC customers with an interim solution as they transition to an alternate provider.”
Most Puʻukapu lessees are outside the service areas for both Hawaiian Telcom and Spectrum. Fiber optic service is planned for the Puʻukapu area in 2025.
DHHL will continue posting updates and information at dhhl.hawaii.gov/broadband/. Those needing further assistance can also reach the department at [email protected] or 808-570-4883.