Mayor Billy Kenoi - County of Hawai'i: 2011

Monday, April 25, 2011

New West Hawai'i Civic Center Opens

The new West Hawai'i Civic Center is located on Ane Keohokalole Hwy.

The West Hawaii chambers for the County Council.

The Mayor's West Hawaii office.

Former Mayor Harry Kim made a rare appearance, having the projected started during his administration.

Kumu Keala Ching with Ka Pa Hula Na Wai Iwi Ola gave the blessing.

County of the Island of Hawaii Mayor Billy Kenoi at the new West Hawaii Civic Center.

(photos by Randy Magnus)

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Mayor Billy Kenoi Speaks at Uncle Boogie Kalama Memorial Service

Mayor Billy Kenoi and others celebrate the life of Uncle Boogie Kalama at Pohoiki on the Island of Hawai'i.

Monday, March 14, 2011

Herb Kane 1928-2011

STATEMENT FROM MAYOR BILLY KENOI ON PASSING OF HERB KANE

“I am deeply saddened by the passing of our respected and beloved kupuna, Herb Kawainui Kane. His deep respect and reverence for the culture of our islands, reflected by his talent as a world-renown artist, secures his place among history’s most influential Native Hawaiians.
Among his many important accomplishments was his participation in the renaissance of Hawaiian culture and pride through his leadership in the Polynesian Voyaging Society, where he served as captain of the first voyage of the Hokule’a.
Current and future generations of Hawaiians will always owe a debt of gratitude to him. I offer my sincere condolences to his ohana. We have all lost a true Hawaiian treasure.”

Mayor Billy Kenoi