Tommy Waters

05/30/2026

to 2nd grade Pūʻōhala Elementary — the hanabata days of bowl cuts, aloha shirts, and not a care in the world. Some things have changed over the years… thankfully, the haircut is one of them. 😄🤙

Before becoming a public servant, I was just a local kid growing up in Hawaiʻi. Grateful for the teachers, mentors, family, friends, and experiences that shaped me along the way. Mahalo for being part of the journey!

05/30/2026

Mahalo to everyone who joined me for my town hall meeting last night. I’m grateful to all of you who took the time to share your manaʻo, ask thoughtful questions, and speak up about the issues affecting our community. One of the most important parts of public service is listening to the people we serve. While government work can often come with challenges, delays, and limitations, I remain committed to working collaboratively with our communities and City agencies to find practical, long-lasting solutions that improve the quality of life for our working families, kūpuna, and future generations. Thank you as well to our City department representatives, community partners, and everyone who helped make this evening possible. Your engagement and advocacy continue to make our neighborhoods stronger. I look forward to continuing these conversations and working together to move our community forward.

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

As we near the end of the FY27 budget cycle, I’ve submitted final budget amendments focused on infrastructure and drainage improvements, pedestrian and public safety upgrades, community and visitor services, disaster resilience, and improving access to public information and resources.

A major priority throughout this process has also been identifying areas of unnecessary or repeatedly unspent funding and redirecting those resources toward programs and services where there is a clear community need.

These requests reflect the concerns and priorities I’ve continued hearing from residents across my Council District 4, which includes Hawaiʻi Kai, Kuliʻouʻou, Niu Valley, ʻĀina Haina, Wailupe, Waiʻalae Iki, Kalani Valley, Kāhala, Wilhelmina Rise, Kaimukī, Kapahulu, Diamond Head, and Waikīkī.

Mahalo to everyone who has taken the time to share feedback and advocate for our communities.
Final Council deliberations on the FY27 Budget will take place on June 3 at 10 a.m. Tune in on ʻŌlelo TV Channel 54, YouTube, or in Council Chambers.

05/27/2026

As we near the end of the FY27 budget cycle, I’ve submitted final budget amendments focused on infrastructure and drainage improvements, pedestrian and public safety upgrades, community and visitor services, disaster resilience, and improving access to public information and resources.

A major priority throughout this process has also been identifying areas of unnecessary or repeatedly unspent funding and redirecting those resources toward programs and services where there is a clear community need.

These requests reflect the concerns and priorities I’ve continued hearing from residents across my Council District 4, which includes Hawaiʻi Kai, Kuliʻouʻou, Niu Valley, ʻĀina Haina, Wailupe, Waiʻalae Iki, Kalani Valley, Kāhala, Wilhelmina Rise, Kaimukī, Kapahulu, Diamond Head, and Waikīkī.

Mahalo to everyone who has taken the time to share feedback and advocate for our communities.

Final Council deliberations on the FY27 Budget will take place on June 3 at 10 a.m. Tune in on ʻŌlelo TV Channel 54, YouTube, or in Council Chambers.

05/27/2026

Happening this week!

Kuliʻouʻou & ʻĀina Haina — let’s talk story.

Join me for an upcoming community town hall meeting focused on the issues impacting the quality of life for our residents, and the health and vitality of our neighborhoods. Representatives from several City agencies, including Honolulu Police Department (Official Site), the Honolulu Department of Facility Maintenance, Honolulu Dept. of Transportation Services, and Honolulu Emergency Medical Services will also be in attendance to hear directly from residents, answer questions, and discuss ongoing concerns and priorities in our community.

📍 ʻĀina Haina Elementary School Cafeteria
🕡 Doors open at 6:30 PM
📅 Thursday, May 28, 2026

Your input helps to identify key issues, and shape the conversations and solutions we come up with together.

To register, scan the QR code or visit https://forms.gle/xpMqbUybaJMuXFY99

I hope to see you there!

05/23/2026

🚧 Traffic Advisory: Kūhiō Avenue Rehabilitation Work 🚧
Road work on Kūhiō Avenue (between Lewers St. and Royal Hawaiian Ave.) begins June 8, 2026 for ~ 52 days.
🕘 Work hours: Weekdays, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (no holidays)
Expect lane closures, detours, and parking restrictions in the area. Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and follow all posted traffic controls. City and County of Honolulu Honolulu Dept. of Transportation Services
🔗 https://www.honolulu.gov/ddc/city-to-begin-kuhio-avenue-road-rehabilitation-in-the-vicinity-of-lewers-street

05/22/2026

Mahalo to everyone who came out yesterday to testify in support of Resolution 26-127 and the effort to revitalize the historic Queen Theater in Kaimukī. Your testimony made it clear that our community values spaces that bring people together, support local businesses, and preserve the unique character of Kaimukī for future generations.

This effort has always been about more than just a building — it’s about protecting the heart of the neighborhood. I remain committed to working alongside the community to move this forward. Mahalo for your passion, advocacy, and continued support to keep Kaimukī, Kaimukī.

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

Time flies but hard work lasts 👨‍🎓👩‍🎓Congratulations, ! This graduation season, is sharing throwbacks of our own. We’ve been right where you are and we know how special this moment is.

Can you guess which council member is receiving their diploma in this photo? Share your answer in the comments.

Fun fact: When this council member graduated, the King of Pop Michael Jackson had five iconic songs on the Billboard Hot 100: “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’,” “Human Nature,” and “P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing).”