Currently holds the office of Hawaii County Council - District 7 until December 31, 2024.
Candidate for Hawaii County Council - District 7 in 2024 Hawaii General Election.
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I am excited to reintroduce Bill 101, legislation that will require the County to transition away from spraying herbicides in public parks and on roadways. Bill 101 was passed through Council but vetoed by the Mayor in the final hour. Bill 101 has been updated to meet the specific criteria outlined in the Mayor’s memo and I anticipate it passing through Council and be signed into law during my next term. Learn more
I will support all efforts to diversify Hawaii’s reliance on tourism as our primary economic driver. The silver lining of COVID 19 pandemic is the opportunity to make courageous decisions and invest in a more resilient strategy for Hawaii island’s economy. I envision working with organizations engaged in sustainable agricultural, clean renewable energy, and affordable housing. Learn more
I also intend to present single-use plastics legislation similar to Oahu’s Bill 40. Maui also recently passed similar legislation and I am confident Hawaii County could follow their lead. Learn more
I will introduce a resolution encouraging the Mayor to join the Climate Litigation against major petroleum producers who are proven to be a direct cause of Climate Change. Learn more
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