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JUNE 7, 2023
Having completed my first legislative session, it has been a learning experience for me.
STATE SEN. BRANDON ELEFANTE
Area Schools Receive Funding For Vital Projects
As a graduate of public schools, I understand the im- portance and value of public education. It is the foundation for the future success of our country and requires the col- laboration of communities as well as officials at every level of government. It’s an investment in the stability and progress of our nation, a pathway to opportunities for our children and ensures our global competitive advantage in a rapidly changing world.
• ‘Aiea High School: $7 million to design and con- struction of a new synthetic football/athletic field and track
On April 13, my fellow legislators and I honored and
Collaborating with princi- pals and area complex super- intendents helps legislators prioritize their list of capital improvement projects in their districts. The state’s proposed budget of $11 billion will help with Hawai‘i’s schools modernize and repair existing infrastructure.
• ‘Aiea Elementary School: $500,000 for an outdoor gath- ering area, including a stage, associated seating and other necessary infrastructure
funding in this year’s state budget for these capital im- provement project priorities:
These important CIPs, along with other state initia- tives, are vital to our commu- nities and our keiki.
congratulated ‘Aiea resident and Pearl City High School bandmaster Michael Naka- sone on receiving the Al and Gladys Wright Distinguished Legacy Award. From an illus-
trious 36-year career in Ha- wai‘i’s public schools to be- ing invited to perform in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, and the Ginza Parade in Tokyo, to
the induction into the Nation- al Band Association Hall of Fame of Distinguished Con- ductors in 2020, Nakasone’s impact on music education in Hawai‘i’s public schools is invaluable.
• Pearl City High School: $4 million for lighting, elec- trical improvements and equipment for the Nakasone Performing Arts Center
In conclusion, to all 2023 graduates I would like to ex- tend my warmest aloha and best wishes for continued success in all your future en- deavors.
• Alvah Scott Elementa- ry School: $2.2 million for a new office area and health room
State Sen. Brandon Elefante (second from right) joined the Pearl City community in honoring Pearl City High School bandmaster Michael Nakasone (at center in bowtie), who received the Al and Gladys Wright Distinguished Legacy Award. They are pictured with (from left) bandmaster Chadwick Kamei; state Sen. Henry Aquino; state Reps. Cory Chun, Jackson Sayama, Rachele Lamosao, and Sam Kong; state Sen. Michelle Kidani; state Reps. Gregg Takayama and Trish La Chica. PHOTO COURTESY CHADWICK KAMEI
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Contact state Sen. Brandon Elefante (District 16 – ‘Aiea and Pearl City) at 808-586- 6230 or senelefante@capitol. hawaii.gov.
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• Highlands Intermedi- ate School: $2.2 million for plans, design and construc- tion of covered bus stop and seating area
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• Pearl City Highlands Ele- mentary: $1 million for plans, designs and construction for electrical upgrades.
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