FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Honolulu City Council Honors Community Leaders and Organizations with Honorary Certificates at October Full Council Meeting
HONOLULU — The Honolulu City Council’s Honorary Certificate Program recognizes and celebrates individuals and groups whose achievements, service and contributions have made an impact in their local, national and international communities. During its October Full Council meeting, the Council honored recipients for achievements in community service, athletics, culture, education and public service.
Among those recognized were:
Frank Souza Pavao III, honored by Councilmember Matt Weyer for his life and contributions to the Wahiawā community and the people of Hawaiʻi.
Westside Striking, honored by Vice Chair Andria Tupola for its outstanding athletic achievements and dedicated service to Hawaiʻi’s youth and communities.
The ZT Prospects Hawaiʻi, honored by Councilmember Esther Kiaʻāina for winning the Cal Ripken 11U World Series Championship.
Sen. Michelle N. Kidani, honored by Councilmember Val Aquino Okimoto on her retirement after 18 years of service to the people and state of Hawaiʻi.
Child & Family Service, honored by Councilmembers Matt Weyer, Augie Tulba and Vice Chair Tupola for its contributions to the community in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
The leaders behind Waipahu’s Sports Legends Monument, honored by Councilmember Tulba for their efforts to ensure the re-establishment of the monument at Hans L’Orange Baseball Park.
Longnecks Awesomenecks Robotics Team, honored by Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam for its achievements at the 2026 FIRST LEGO League World Championship.
Aloha Festivals, honored by Councilmembers Dos Santos-Tam, Kiaʻāina, Nishimoto, Tupola and Council Chair Tommy Waters on its historic 80th anniversary, with recognition also given to His Majesty King Keonaona Salis and members of the 2026 Aloha Festivals Royal Court.
Diamond Bakery, honored by Councilmember Radiant Cordero on the occasion of its 105th anniversary.
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