
MANAʻO & MOʻOLELO
Reflections and Stories from District 4
Welcome to Mana‘o & Mo‘olelo — a space where thoughtful insights (mana‘o) meet the stories (mo‘olelo) that shape our community. Here, you’ll find messages from the Councilmember, Q&As on important legislative measures, and inspiring stories of collaboration and progress from across District 4. Rooted in the values of kūpono (integrity), aloha (compassion), and poʻokela (effectiveness) this section is a window into both the work being done and the voices of the people we serve.
Kaimukī Joint Town Hall Meeting
Join Council Chair Tommy Waters and State Rep. Tina Grandinetti for a Joint Town Hall on Wednesday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m. at Liholiho Elementary School to talk about what matters most to our community.
July 2025 Message from Council Chair Tommy Waters
July 2025 Message from Council Chair Tommy Waters | Leadership is not easy.
June 2025 Message from Council Chair Tommy Waters
June 2025 Message from Council Chair Tommy Waters
Discussing Respectful Development in Hawaiʻi Kai
Recap of Council Chair Tommy Waters’ Hahaʻione Town Hall on June 25, 2025 at Kaiser High School on respectful redevelopment and community input.
SAVE THE DATE: Hahaʻione Town Hall Meeting
I’m excited to invite you to a Community Town Hall meeting at Kaiser High School cafeteria on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 6 p.m., to share your thoughts on important issues affecting our streets and neighborhoods throughout Hawaiʻi Kai.
Fix Sewers Without Drowning Families in New Costs
Instead of asking ratepayers to absorb the full 115% increase over 10 years, we’re proposing a more strategic and balanced plan.
May 2025 Message from District 4 Councilmember Tommy Waters
Chair Waters speaking at Budget Committee Hearing on April 29, 2025.