Congratulations to Keaukaha homesteaders who recently celebrated their 100th anniversary as a homestead! What follows is the Keaukaha Community Association’s Nov. 29, 2024, update.
Keaukaha Community Association Election Results – 11/20/24
On Nov. 20, 2024, our kaiāulu (community) came together to vote in a pivotal election for our community association. This election was for four important positions, each with a three-year term: president, secretary, and two community board members.
The results are in, and we are excited to announce the newly elected individuals who will lead and guide our community over the next three years: President Kaaka Swain; Secretary Mona Ubedei; Community Board Members Kihei Ahuna and Teresa Agpoon. These individuals were selected through a democratic voting process by our residents, ensuring that our community continues to have strong, trusted leadership. We congratulate each of them on their successful election and look forward to the work they will do for the betterment of our kaiāulu in the coming years.
A Look Ahead: 2025 Election
In 2025, we will have another opportunity to shape the future of our community association. The following positions will be up for election: vice president (currently held by Mapu Waipa); treasurer (currently held by LaRae Mortensen); and one community board member (currently held by Kalani Kahalioumi). The election will be held in November, and we encourage all eligible residents to participate. Your voice is vital in keeping our association strong and vibrant, and every vote makes a difference in the direction we take as a kaiāulu.
A Heartfelt Mahalo
As we usher in new leadership, we would like to take a moment to mahalo the outgoing board members who have dedicated their time and effort over the past years, and for some, lifelong. Their contributions have made a lasting impact on our community, and we are grateful for their service. As they step down, we recognize their hard work, commitment, and dedication. Mahalo to outgoing President Patrick Kahawaiolaʻa, and outgoing community board members Peter Akoni and Hans Mortensen. Your contributions have helped strengthen the foundation of our community, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors. We hope that you will continue to stay involved in our community and share your ‘ike (wisdom) with us.
A Final Word
Hoʻomaikaʻi kākou i ka pōmaikaʻi o kēia election! ʻO ka hālāwai me nā kānaka o kō kākou kaiāulu i mea nui e hoʻomau ai i nā hana maikaʻi a e hoʻopili pū iā kākou i ka wā e hiki mai ana. Mahalo i nā poʻe a pau i komo i kēia wā o ka hoʻōla ʻana o ka hui. (Congratulations to all! The gathering of our community members is important to continue our positive efforts and unite us for the future. Thank you to everyone who participated in the growth of our association.)
We look forward to working together with the newly elected leaders to continue making our community a place we can all be proud of. Thank you again to all who voted, and remember, your participation is key to the success of our future elections! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to build a better community for all! Aloha!
Founded in 1987, the Sovereign Council of Hawaiian Homestead Associations (SCHHA) is the oldest and largest governing homestead association registered with the Department of Interior, exercising sovereignty on the trust lands established under the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act of 1920. For information contact policy@hawaiianhomesteads.org.
