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Council Member Okimoto, who presented the certificate, noted Sasaki's long service in the Department of Education beginning in 1989 and her move to Momilani Elementary in February 2003. Okimoto cited Sasaki's focus on developing independent learners, practicing empathy and encouraging partnership among students, families and teachers, and said Sasaki has been integral to school activities ranging from field trips to holiday events. The presenter also referenced Sasaki's University of Hawaii at Manoa education credentials.

Family members, including husband Steven and one child, Kelsey, were present; other children were noted as unable to attend. The council resolved to present the honorary certificate on behalf of the people of District 8; the presentation was ceremonial and not tied to council policy or budget decisions.

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Council Member Kia Aina presented the certificate, noting the Hui's work to replant spore-rich limu monthly, revive native species such as limu manao ea, and restore an ancestral honu enclosure called Pohono using traditional dry-stack masonry techniques. Kia Aina said the Hui provides hands-on workshops at restoration events and has engaged hundreds of volunteers across intergenerational planting and education efforts.

Remarks stated the Waimanalo Limuhui was established on Nov. 10, 2017, and that its programs include monthly plantings and quarterly restoration activities that teach traditional practices such as ulehala (cordage) and limu lei making. The council credited the Hui with enhancing nearshore biodiversity and reconnecting community members to ancestral knowledge. The recognition was ceremonial; no council funding or policy actions were announced.

","The Honolulu City Council recognized the Waimanalo Limuhui for monthly limu plantings, cultural education and community-driven restoration efforts in Waimanalo Bay.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6057660,"Council honors Victor Flynn for more than 50 years of service to Leeward Oahu",160,1128000,1288000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3301643-a68595b5480abe98b33f0ee0baffc638&start=1128&end=1288","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3301643-a68595b5480abe98b33f0ee0baffc638/thumbnail_1128000.jpg","/articles/6057660/Honolulu-City/Honolulu-County/Hawaii/Council-honors-Victor-Flynn-for-more-than-50-years-of-service-to-Leeward-Oahu","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6057660-ea19e6d017ad6eb06da9accb41c1291b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771195727&Signature=lU21sLzTxHVrD89sIV1o3R3whk-sEJoKG6DHIQyvaXvbWKS70FbFeowjer2MY5D7PYyV4nTePVt4Ww3guxo1EgQ1ywaL9z7tOhvegyl8IDZoLxvohhjER9nSOeH8a97yGHR5Lf1SYVkp0Hk~uAVCgDQeCDUXmiha5OEbda4Tq0IJebnnkkGPwt305ZXFjUgLbCaivn-2fHgZylzYX6AsWL6Yu7WZDvqrxHaose6w640mD45GU-4-Fr4XXbmc5NCaJAYWEljMR3TQvkH9BYbP3-dNOhiLhd691S3V28HIKl4d8ziugD-nWCsVbERo7LOP038lGoGtj-FviYIB0ORRXQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Honolulu City Council presented an honorary certificate to Victor Flynn in recognition of more than 50 years of service to Leeward Oahu, highlighting his military, federal fire department and community advocacy work.

Council Member Tupelo said Flynn has \"spent more than 50 years looking out for the people of Leeward, Oahu,\" referencing Flynn's service in the U.S. Army 25th Infantry Division and later work with the federal fire department and the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC). Tupelo cited Flynn's involvement on projects including wildfire prevention, Kolekole Pass access and the Farrington Highway bypass, and credited Flynn with persistent public-safety vigilance and neighborhood engagement.

The council recognized Flynn's long-running participation on neighborhood boards and outreach on emergency access issues; Tupelo said she had received text messages from Flynn about potential landslides and road blockages and praised his readiness to respond to community emergencies. Family members attended the presentation. The recognition was ceremonial and did not involve council policy action.

","The City and County of Honolulu recognized Victor Flynn for decades of public service, including military and federal fire department work, and community projects such as wildfire prevention and transportation access efforts.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6057664,"Council recognizes Naija Music and Zaya Rhythm for musical contributions",256,800000,1056000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3301643-a68595b5480abe98b33f0ee0baffc638&start=800&end=1056","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3301643-a68595b5480abe98b33f0ee0baffc638/thumbnail_800000.jpg","/articles/6057664/Honolulu-City/Honolulu-County/Hawaii/Council-recognizes-Naija-Music-and-Zaya-Rhythm-for-musical-contributions","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6057664-3f3d4b2c45c54f3c2fb19832302c7faa/orig.mp4?Expires=1771195727&Signature=C3SDeo7YEVlG30pSY1PcNlc1fyPekcaYC~9BDHBzHdXlYKhQcJzHECyuySp8Y~XMxugqA~~VilTMoEc5fOarxQe72zq2tKsHHRo2BFcSaYWZeeF~ML8kIatJr4zsZPZrfhmUF0-dnsGdBrRv3CAv7pXizuwQZBGvqe4IHIa0eqW-0IH61Bp~EYEqJaRuMWW7EUNU-18PEjDZGaW89XZand~~ZTHOKUXbNVKDCT2R-yDAywz6OUufc2yjptxBzyYs9N53Rxga5HUkj3NIrZMhZyxvgtpsWF5bfg0WbQ5SzMR-xkt25U5Cy8VBfTPaBJymFVNJPvxxPV4nQh0l8gvlAA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Honolulu City Council presented honorary certificates to brothers Naija Music and Zaya Rhythm in recognition of their musical accomplishments and community contributions.

Vice Chair (Council Member) Wier opened the presentation, saying the council \"proudly recognizes 2 extraordinary young artists from the North Shore whose talent, dedication, and aloha have made waves far beyond our island shore.\" Council Member Toba (who also spoke during the recognition) praised the duo's artistry and community work.

Remarks credited the brothers with early musical training in family settings, performances at local events including Kainui Fest and the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational opening ceremony, and benefit concerts for community causes. The presentation noted a 2024 Mana Op showcase award, an April 5 performance with the Honolulu Symphony at the Hawaii Theatre, and a contribution to the soundtrack of Disney's upcoming live-action Lilo & Stitch film (cited as a May 23 release) that included a rendition of Elvis Presley's \"Burning Love\" produced by a family member. Family members and local supporters were acknowledged in the chamber.

The council's recognition was ceremonial; no policy actions or funding decisions were attached to the presentation.

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Council Member Wier said it was \"my privilege and honor to recognize a remarkable man whose life embodied dedication to his country, his community, and above all, his ohana.\" Wier read biographical details included in the council's presentation and extended condolences to Permasio's family, who were in the chamber.

According to the remarks, John Permasio Jr. was born on Jan. 23, 1932, and began service in the Hawaii National Guard in 1949. He served roughly two decades, including active duty during the Vietnam War, advancing to sergeant first class. Honors listed in the presentation included the Bronze Star, the Air Medal and campaign recognitions for Vietnam. The council noted Permasio's decades of volunteer work with libraries, school projects, mentorship, the Kualima North Shore strategic planning committee, the Kualoa community association and neighborhood boards. Local projects mentioned included the District Park Skate Park and the Kualoa Stretch Bike Path; the presentation also credited Permasio with helping launch North Shore hometown opportunities.

The council extended its sympathies to the Permasio ohana and called Permasio's life a legacy of service to family and community. Family members Bernie Permasio (daughter) and Melissa Permasio (granddaughter) attended the presentation. The recognition was ceremonial and did not involve council action or votes.

","The Honolulu City Council presented an honorary certificate recognizing the life and community service of John Permasio Jr., citing his military service, volunteer work and extensive family legacy.",{"_33":124,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":125,"_41":126,"_43":127,"_45":128,"_47":129,"_49":130,"_51":131,"_53":132,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":133,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":134,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6057673,"Honolulu City Council honors James Campbell High School junior varsity championship teams",194,86000,280000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3301643-a68595b5480abe98b33f0ee0baffc638&start=86&end=280","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3301643-a68595b5480abe98b33f0ee0baffc638/thumbnail_86000.jpg","/articles/6057673/Honolulu-City/Honolulu-County/Hawaii/Honolulu-City-Council-honors-James-Campbell-High-School-junior-varsity-championship-teams","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6057673-682a2d53809f0104cdbf64a393d8c933/orig.mp4?Expires=1771195727&Signature=mnSqrmJcHNvqEuiDLTubPDmkGNI6rb7uqdb05tZ5IE6rtBVmZpJeUIpWnlaE9NuDU8PjnzK0R8WgBoSydXQJUEZP7xWbhDRbEPReVdP9tys1lqYpCDtXOM9XH13apSdugW3vwHHSm3iC0VaCXRQF7E2vcdFURkBdUOPYpOcu57YzCKp5CkK6o4SDHzUyIFK54RIEguBzIShNjMGDppu1vU9Gj0t692vZm9i4AcnUHtOiIA~Ilr0aOjPP~vVHFyf0wrnZibexIXhpLNTWY61LIaGDv2RkmaZFKAcACBd04xPHgaYfarpdRoEAxPvoS8L4F7XddpZgr-aaB05H5BEnqg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Honolulu City Council members presented honorary certificates to three James Campbell High School junior varsity teams at the council's ceremonial program, recognizing championship wins and historic milestones.

The awards singled out the Campbell JV girls soccer team for the 2025 OIA junior varsity championship, the JV boys basketball team for an undefeated season and the OIA JV championship, and the JV boys volleyball team for winning the 2025 JV championship and a preseason tournament title.

Council Member Talbot, who presented the honors, said, \"Today, we honor 3 outstanding Campbell High School athletic teams.\" Talbot also recognized Senator Kurt Fevella in the chamber and acknowledged the contributions of families and school staff who supported the teams.

Details mentioned during the presentation: the girls soccer team won the championship match on Jan. 10 against Mililani, ending Mililani's 23-year unbeaten streak; the girls finished the season with six wins and one loss. The boys basketball team completed an undefeated season and, on Feb. 4, beat Kahuku High School to secure the OIA JV championship. The JV boys volleyball team won the 2025 preseason Long E tournament with an 11-1 record and later captured the JV championship. Coaches and staff named during the presentation included girls coach James Curran; boys basketball head coach Alan Otez; boys volleyball head coach Jeffrey Pasquale Mateo; athletic directors Rory Picot and Tracy Scody; assistant athletic directors Warren Izumigawa and Glenn Flores; and Campbell principal John Henry Lee.

The council congratulated the student-athletes for their teamwork and sportsmanship and extended best wishes for upcoming seasons. The recognition took place during the council's ceremonial certificates portion of the meeting; no council policy action was associated with the presentations.

","The City and County of Honolulu recognized three James Campbell High School junior varsity teams — girls soccer, boys basketball and boys volleyball — for OIA junior varsity championships and other seasonal achievements during the council's honorary certificate program.","actionData","errors"]

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