October

Five-Point Plan Strengthens Economy

To address economic challenges in Hawai`i the Administration remains focused on its five-point plan to stimulate the economy and encourage investment.

Five-Point Economic Plan Advances

As families and businesses across the state face economic realities as a result of factors taking place at the national and global level, the Lingle-Aiona Administration continues to move forward with proactive initiatives to provide immediate relief and ensure a strong economic future for Hawai`i.

Forest City Project Progresses

Focusing on major construction projects that will infuse capital into Hawai`i's economy, Governor Lingle met this week in Cleveland, Ohio with the developers of Kamakana Villages at Keahuolu, a master-planned affordable housing project on the Big Island.

State Invests in Infrastructure

As part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration's five-point action plan to bolster Hawai`i's current economic conditions, the state is moving forward on critical infrastructure and capital improvement projects.

Talking Story with Troops

Governor Lingle traveled to Fort Hood, Texas to speak with Hawai`i National Guard soldiers with the 29th Brigade Combat Team and the Army Reserve's 442nd Infantry.

Governor Convenes Department Leaders

Governor Lingle convened more than 300 division chiefs, branch chiefs and budget officers from all state departments to discuss their critical role in the Administration's proactive and focused plans to address current financial challenges as well as to share her plans for Hawai`i's economic future.

Focusing on Hawai`i's Economy

The Lingle-Aiona Administration's plan to address fiscal and economic challenges in Hawai`i caused largely by national and international factors resonated with financial leaders at the annual Hawai`i Tax Institute luncheon.

Plan Set to Strengthen Visitor Industry

At the annual O`ahu Visitors Bureau luncheon, Governor Lingle highlighted the critical role the visitor industry must play in working with the state to address economic challenges.

Energy Agreement Highlights Progress

Building on the progress of the Hawai`i Clean Energy Initiative, the Lingle-Aiona Administration - including the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism and the State Consumer Advocate - and the Hawaiian Electric companies announced a major agreement.

State Employees Recognized for Outstanding Service

Recognizing the tireless dedication of state employees, Governor Lingle and Lt. Governor Aiona honored Aaron Ueno, acting Hawai`i district health officer of the Department of Health as State Manager of the Year and Dexter Cho, pest control technician at the Department of Agriculture as State Employee of the Year and the Department of Transportation's Airports Division Photovoltaic Engineering Team as the State Team of the Year.