Kaʻū News Briefs Nov. 28, 2024

KAʻŪ'S MEMBER OF THE U.S. SENATE Mazie Hirono sent out a message to constituents for Thanksgiving weekend, saying, "From my 'ohana to yours—Happy Thanksgiving. I'm grateful for everyone in Hawai'i and across the country who are continuing to advance justice and protect American values like aloha, honesty, and decency. Wishing you and your loved ones a happy, festive holiday. Be safe, be kind."

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KAʻŪ'S MEMBER OF THE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  JILL TOKUDA sent out a message to constituents for Thanksgiving weekend, saying, "This Thanksgiving, I want to share my heartfelt gratitude for your friendship and support. It truly inspires me every day. Thanksgiving reminds us to pause, reflect, and embrace the power of gratitude. Let us take this time to enjoy the company of loved ones, share meals filled with laughter and warmth, and take time to recharge.
   "Together, we will continue to stand strong, lifting each other up and showing the world the enduring strength of Hawai'i's people and values. From my ʻohana to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!

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Gov. Josh Green delivered food to a kauhale village shelter and to fire victims for Thanksgiving. Photo from Green

GOV. JOSH GREEN sent a message for Thanksgiving weekend to constituents: "Happy Thanksgiving! I wanted to take a moment this week to express my thanks to you — it's been an honor to serve as your governor every day for the past two years, and I am truly grateful.

    "This week we have been able to share some of that gratitude with those in need, and thank some of those working every day to build a better Hawai'i.

    "We delivered food to a kauhale village providing shelter for the homeless in Waimānalo, we honored and supported Lāhainā teachers who went above and beyond to help keep school open for students affected by the wildfires, and we served a Thanksgiving meal to residents of Ka La'i Ola, a temporary housing development on Maui that will house up to 1,500 wildfire survivors for up to five years.

   "Thank you again for the faith, trust, and support you have given me as governor over the last two years— it's made all the difference to the work we have been able to do, and I am deeply grateful.

    "From my family to yours, we wish you a safe, healthy, and happy Thanksgiving!"

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THE TRANSITION FROM THE COUNTY MAYORSHIP OF MITCH ROTH TO KIMO ALAMEDA takes place on Monday, Dec. 2 at noon at the

Kaleiopapa Convention Center at the Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa.

    Some of the comments posted about the outgoing mayor praised him for "real tangible results in quality of services and government on the Big Island." Also, "Thank you for all that you did for the arts and youth arts education on the Big Island." 

    Another, "Thank you for working to achieve some measure of change for the better." Also, "Mahalo for your tireless effort and personal sacrifices made. You're much appreciated not only for your outstanding service but class act campaign;" and "You did an excellent job Mitch, not to mention what a sincere human being you are....you can move forward knowing you gave it your all."

 

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INCOMING MAYOR KIMO ALAMEDA POSTED THE FOLLOWING regarding his swearing in ceremony on Dec. 2, noon at Kaleiopapa Convention Center at the Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa: 

    "Mahalo to the Hawai‘i County Clerk’s Office for organizing the inauguration." 

    Taking the oath of office will be mayor-elect Dr. Kimo Alameda, the re-elected Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen, and the newly elected Hawaiʻi County Council: Dr. Michelle Galimba, James Hustace, Dr. Holeka Goro Inaba, Jenn Kagiwada, Matt Kānealiʻi-Kleinfelder, Ashley Kierkiewicz, Heather Kimball, Dennis “Fresh” Onishi, and Rebecca Villegas."

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