Council Member Taoba presented an honorary certificate Oct. 1 recognizing the Ewa Beach Surf Club for its work preserving West Side surf culture and for community service at Oneʻula (Haʻula?) Beach Park.

Taoba named club members present and singled out Gilbert Donnell, a Vietnam War veteran and longtime club leader who was described as active in service projects, surfing and car restoration. Taoba said the club has worked to address issues including homeless encampments, illegal dumping and vandalism at the beach park and invited community members to join the club’s efforts to preserve the area.

The council’s remarks commended the club’s preservation of surfing heritage and community service. The item was honorary; no council action, funding or regulatory steps were taken as part of the recognition.

The presentation concluded as part of the council’s certificate program at Kapolei Hale.