In the Community
Governor Lingle's latest public events.
May 14, 2009 - Student Robotics Teams Excel at Mainland Competition
The Hawai`i State FIRST LEGO League (FLL) champions, the `Iolani Roboraiders, recently returned from Dayton, Ohio, where they put their science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills to the test against 60 teams at the FLL U.S. Open Championship Tournament at Wright State University.
May 13, 2009 - Governor Addresses Hawai`i Travel Industry Leaders
Speaking at a critical time for Hawai`i's visitor industry and economy, Governor Lingle delivered keynote remarks at the 12th annual Travel Weekly Hawai`i Leadership Forum. The Governor highlighted the strengths of Hawai`i's visitor industry, as well as opportunities for growth in this global economic climate.
May 11, 2009 - Governor Delivers Chaminade University Commencement Address
With a focus on the qualities that are needed to move our state and nation forward, Governor Lingle called on Chaminade University graduates to use their education to bring about positive change.
May 11, 2009 - Recktenwald Sworn In as Supreme Court Justice
Governor Lingle participated in the swearing in ceremony for Mark Recktenwald, who was appointed by the Governor and confirmed unanimously by the State Senate to serve as an associate justice of the Hawai`i Supreme Court.
May 11, 2009 - Investing in Infrastructure
As part of the $1.8 billion public infrastructure construction plan unveiled by Governor Lingle in December 2008 to stimulate the economy and create jobs, Governor Lingle released $6.6 million this week to invest in highway improvements on Kaua`i, security upgrades at O`ahu harbors and improvements at Manuka State Wayside on the Big Island.
May 08, 2009 - Governor Honors University of Hawai`i Distinguished Alumni
Highlighting the important contributions of institutions of higher learning in our state, Governor Lingle joined the University of Hawai`i (UH) and the University of Hawai`i Alumni Association (UHAA) in honoring the 2009 recipients of the Distinguished Alumni Award, including Dr. Chiyome Fukino, director of the Department of Health.
May 07, 2009 - Governor Vetoes Measures that Would Stall Economic Recovery
As residents and businesses across the state are facing challenges as the result of today's economic climate, Governor Lingle vetoed three bills that would raise taxes on residents, visitors and businesses, cause further job losses, and delay our economic recovery.
May 06, 2009 - Governor Delivers Web Address to People of Hawai`i
Speaking to the people of Hawai‘i today during a web address, just two days before the 2009 legislative session is scheduled to come to a close, Governor Lingle outlined ways in which actions taken and not taken by the Legislature this session will adversely impact the state's economic recovery and job creation.
May 06, 2009 - Governor Dedicates Affordable Senior Housing, Breaks Ground on New Project
Reflecting her commitment to providing affordable housing for Hawai`i seniors, Governor Lingle participated in a dedication ceremony for a new 60-unit senior rental housing project in Kapolei and helped break ground on a second project that will provide 20 more affordable rental units for kupuna in West O`ahu.
May 05, 2009 - Missed Opportunities - Broadband and Highway Modernization
Highlighting additional missed opportunities by the Democrat-controlled Legislature this session, Governor Lingle and leaders from the departments of Transportation and Commerce and Consumer Affairs shared their disappointment at legislators' last-minute failure to pass two major initiatives that would have modernized Hawai`i's transportation and information technology infrastructure.
