The other half of the federal American Rescue Plan Act funds for Oahu — $193 million — is in the hands of the Honolulu City Council. During the acute phase of the pandemic, Mayor Rick Blangiardi had hands on the reins.

It’s good to see some of the general priorities. Among these are housing and infrastructure, including the Board of Water Supply, bearing up under the Red Hill contamination crisis. But there’s still lots for Council members (and their constituents) to discuss about the 44 proposals.