2026-05-13 Honorary Certificates

The Honolulu City Council held an honorary certificate program on May 14, 2026, recognizing individuals and organizations for their significant contributions to the community. The meeting featured presentations honoring leaders in education, cultural preservation, labor unions, small businesses, social services, and youth sports achievements. Notable recognitions included Windward Community College Chancellor Dr. Ardis Eschenberg for educational leadership, IBEW Local 1260 for 85 years of service, Watanabe Floral and Sweet Leilani Florist for their longstanding small business contributions, and Elepao Social Services for community nutritional support. The Council also celebrated student winners of the 2026 So Lei Memorial Day poster contest and historic achievements by local high school surf teams. While the meeting focused on community honors and cultural acknowledgments, no procurement, contracting, or budgetary decisions were discussed.