Honoring our past. Building our future.
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leader of our community
As honored as I am to be your Mayor, I am a husband and father first. Monica and I want to be a part of an island community that supports our son Christopher and our daughter Hailee. And I want the same for your sons and daughters, your grandchildren and their children. I am driven to create a better Kauaʻi for the next generation.
I am so blessed because every day I get to wake up on this beautiful island that we call home and work alongside a dedicated group of public servants and partners.” – Derek Kawakami
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News

Mayor Crowned New Miss Kaua‘i Filipina 2022
Mayor Derek Kawakami crowned the new Miss Kaua‘i Filipina 2022 Kiele Casillas this afternoon.
Events

Town Hall Meeting – Kaua’i Mayoral Candidates
July 8, 7pm – Kilauea Theatre, 2490 Keneke Street, Kilauea
Mayor Kawakami will be participating in a Town Hall Meeting that is being organized by the Kaua’i North Shore community members. It will be a great opportunity for voters to meet and hear from all the candidates running for Mayor of Kaua’i County.
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We stay true to our driving vision: “Honoring Our Past, Building Our Future,” and remain focused on our core RISE initiative goals: Responsive Service; Integrity; Solidarity; and Excellence.