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The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi

Mayor Rick Blangiardi

Mayor Rick Blangiardi, City and County of Honolulu leaders and public servants across Oʻahu answer questions about homelessness, affordable housing, high cost of living and a variety of other important topics — the questions that are most pressing for our residents, our island and our future. Together, we are One Oʻahu.

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18:47

Jordana Ferreira, the City’s new Early Childhood...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/05/02

This week, Jordana Ferreira, the City’s new Early Childhood Resource Coordinator, join host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss her new role in the City and County of Honolulu and what she hopes to accomplish (00:40). Later, she talks about her previous position with the State and what navigating that relationship looks like for a successful partnership (5:31). Finally, her “why”. What drove Jordana into this field and what fuels her passion to help others (10:26).

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31:15

Dept. of Design and Construction on Ha‘ikū Stairs and...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/04/25

This week, Director for the Department of Design and Construction Haku Milles and his Deputy Director Bryan Gallagher, join host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the removal of the Ha‘ikū Stairs (6:25). Later, DDC Director Haku Milles talks about plans to restore the Natatorium in Waikīkī (24:04). Finally, as we wrap up Earth Month, the DDC leadership team explains ways the City is taking big steps towards a more sustainable future (28:14).

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31:42

Jon Nouchi on roadway safety, e-bikes, and courtesy...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/04/11

This week, Department of Transportation Services (DTS) Deputy Director Jon Nouchi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss roadway safety in light of a recent crash in Ewa that killed two bicyclists (3:28). Then, with the popularity of e-bikes, the laws DTS is looking to amend and a few reminders to make riding these devices safer (7:55). Finally, Deputy Director Nouchi discusses courtesy when riding TheBus and Skyline (18:29).

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33:10

Honolulu Police Chief Joe Logan on recruitment

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/03/28

This week, Honolulu Police Department Chief of Police Joe Logan joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about recruitment and the efforts underway to get more people to join HPD (0:41). Then, the Chief explains his strategy when it comes to addressing issues with our homeless population (21:36). Finally, Chief Logan discusses ways he’s trying to guide his department when it comes to open communication (26:38).

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25:58

Mayor Blangiardi on HPD recruit bonuses and the Dept....

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/03/21

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about the bonuses announced during this year’s State of the City Address for HPD recruits (1:04). Later, Mayor Blangiardi explains the merging of the Department of Land Management and the City Office of Housing (3:52). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi discusses unfilled positions that are accounted for in this year’s proposed budget which was submitted to the Honolulu City Council on March 1, 2024 (12:54).

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56:47

2024 State of the City Address

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/03/15

Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi delivered the 2024 State of the City Address on Thursday, March 14th, from the Mission Memorial Auditorium in Honolulu.

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21:17

Honolulu Zoo Director Linda Santos on a national...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/02/29

This week, Honolulu Zoo Director Linda Santos joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about the contest to get the Honolulu Zoo in USA Today’s 10Best zoos in the country (1:09). Later, the Honolulu Zoo’s accreditation is effective until March 2025, Santos explains what happens over the next year (6:10). Finally, in August of last year the Honolulu Zoo implemented an admission fee increase for the first time in over a decade. Santos explains why this price bump was needed

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33:01

Mayor Blangiardi on progress at DPP and Outmigration

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/02/22

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about a follow-up audit on the Department of Planning and Permitting (1:39). Then, the question of whether to stay in the islands or move to the mainland is becoming a more common one for local individuals and families, Mayor Blangiardi reacts to this reality (16:45). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi weighs in as we remember- a local TV legend in Emme Tomimbang Burns (30:21).

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21:04

Sam Moku, the City's new Homeless Coordinator

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/02/15

This week, the City’s new Homeless Coordinator, Sam Moku, joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to discuss his transition into this new role after serving most recently as the Mayor’s Chief of Staff (0:36). Later, Iwilei Center and additional properties are coming online soon to assist homeless individuals but what will that look like? Sam Moku explains (2:16). Finally, Moku talks about this year’s Point-In-Time Count in which data is being combed through now (13:12).

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33:12

Mayor Blangiardi on facilities for our homeless...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/02/08

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to discuss working with the State on new facilities for homeless individuals on O’ahu (4:33). Later, Mayor Blangiardi and Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer Lori Kahikina signed the Amended Full Funding Grant Agreement (FFGA) with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), securing $744 million dollars in federal money for the Honolulu rail transit project (9:45)

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23:46

Ka'ili Trask O'Connell on joining the City and...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/02/01

This week, Ka’ili Trask O’Connell, Executive Director for the Mayor’s Office of Culture and the Arts, joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to discuss joining Mayor Blangiardi’s Administration and her vision for the office (1:30). Later, the City and County of Honolulu was selected by Bloomberg Philanthropies as a winning city in its Public Art Challenge, securing a generous grant of up to $1 million (7:41). Finally, O’Connell explains preparations ahead of the Festival of Pacific Arts and

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38:15

Mayor Blangiardi on open communication to restore...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/01/25

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to discuss open communication to restore public trust (5:03). Then, Hula is returning to the Tom Moffat Waikīkī Shell. Mayor Blangiardi talks about this twist on the iconic Kodak Hula Show (13:00). Finally, another push for film production on O’ahu. Could this industry gain added support from state and local government in 2024 (15:23)?

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30:05

The Honolulu Fire Department on the rescue of Ian...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/01/18

This week, Captain Adrian Cravalho and Fire Fighter II Matt Ramsey of the Honolulu Fire Department join host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to discuss the rescue of Ian Snyder, the hiker who went missing for three days after falling nearly 1,000 feet near the Pali Notches trail last month (0:46). Fire Fighter Ramsey explains his very first interaction with Snyder when he was roped down to rescue him (5:58). Finally, Captain Cravalho provides some hiking safety tips to avoid a situation like

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38:28

Mayor Blangiardi on his new Homeless Coordinator,...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2024/01/11

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to announce his new Homelessness Coordinator in former Chief of Staff Sam Moku (4:35). Later, Mayor Blangiardi talks about the purchase of Iwilei Center, representing a $51.5 million dollar investment in affordable housing and Transit Oriented Development (16:58). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi provides details to this year’s State of the City Address, what to expect in this year’s speech plus the subsequent town hall tour

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27:15

Sal Petilos on a full commission at the Honolulu...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2023/12/21

This week, Sal Petilos, Administrator for the Honolulu Liquor Commission, joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to discuss what it means to have five commissioners on the Honolulu Liquor Commission (7:38). Later, Administrator Petilos explains his goal to improve operations and streamline processes within his agency, and the request he has for applicants (8:47). Finally, effective January 1, 2024, Bill 28 (2023), CD1 requires NARCAN/Naloxone HCI, the opioid-reversal medication, to be

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25:53

Mayor Blangiardi on Operation Blue Light and the...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2023/12/14

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to discuss Operation Blue Light Christmas, a program for keiki in West O’ahu (2:25). Plus, Alaska Airlines recently announced it plans to buy-out Hawaiian Airlines. Mayor Blangiardi reacts to that historic deal (9:04). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi talks about the blessing ceremony that was recently held at the Hawaii Film Studio for NCIS Season 3 (10:51). Bonus content: The Department of Transportation Services (DTS)

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21:24

Owen Ho, designer of the iconic Shaka Santa sculpture

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2023/12/07

This week, Owen Ho, Artistic Designer for the Friends of Honolulu City Lights, joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to discuss how Honolulu City Lights came to be the annual holiday celebration it is today (0:52). Then, Owen Ho explains the genesis of his iconic Shaka Santa sculpture (1:27). Finally, affectionately known as the “Mother of Honolulu City Lights,” Owen Ho shares what it was like to work with Carol Costa, the longtime organizer and former spokesperson for Honolulu Mayor Frank

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33:45

Mayor Blangiardi on Ala Wai Flood Risk Management and...

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2023/11/30

This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to talk about what is being done to combat crime in Wai'anae following a recent stabbing that left two people injured (5:17). Later, Mayor Blangiardi discusses the recent Board of Water Supply vote to increase rates for customers (9:58). And the Ala Wai Flood Risk Management draft General Reevaluation Report was released last week, the Mayor reacts to the new price tag for that project on this week's episode of the One

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37:43

Nate Serota on Kapolei City Lights

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2023/11/23

This week, Nate Serota, the Public Information Officer for the Department of Parks and Recreation, joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to discuss Kapolei City Lights 2023 and what folks can expect (0:52). Then, following ballistic testing at the Koko Head Shooting Complex, some good news recently for trap and skeet shooters (12:07). Finally, a new timed, low-flow shower opened last month following the completion of an improvement project at Kaimana Beach. Nate Serota explains the design

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26:11

Alex Ching on Honolulu City Lights

The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi ·

2023/11/16

This week, Alex Ching a recreation specialist with the Department of Parks and Recreation, joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to discuss his role with Honolulu City Lights since joining the City in 1991 (00:35). Later, Alex Ching talks about some of the episodes throughout the years where the sculptures didn’t make it to Honolulu Hale or back to the warehouse in one-piece (9:37). Finally, the 2023 Honolulu City Lights is being dedicated to Carol Costa, affectionately regarded as the

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