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The One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on traffic deaths, his upcoming trip to Japan, and Chief of WarOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to discuss our recent surge in traffic deaths on O‘ahu roadways (4:27). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about his first international trip as mayor as he heads to Japan next week (6:13). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi reacts to the premiere of Chief of War and what this show means for Hawaii’s Film Industry (10:27).
2025-07-2424 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on traffic deaths, his upcoming trip to Japan, and Chief of WarOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to discuss our recent surge in traffic deaths on O‘ahu roadways (4:27). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about his first international trip as mayor as he heads to Japan next week (6:13). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi reacts to the premiere of Chief of War and what this show means for Hawaii’s Film Industry (10:27).
2025-07-2424 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on a racetrack in Kalaeloa, a new AD at UH Mānoa, and Father's DayOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to discuss an interim, dirt racetrack for undeveloped Kalaeloa Park Land (5:53). Then, Mayor Blangiardi reacts to the selection of Matt Elliott as the new Athletics Director for the University of Hawaii at Mānoa (9:47). Finally, Father’s Day weekend is here, the mayor shares what he’s most proud of when it comes to being a father (22:53).
2025-06-1226 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on a racetrack in Kalaeloa, a new AD at UH Mānoa, and Father's DayOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to discuss an interim, dirt racetrack for undeveloped Kalaeloa Park Land (5:53). Then, Mayor Blangiardi reacts to the selection of Matt Elliott as the new Athletics Director for the University of Hawaii at Mānoa (9:47). Finally, Father’s Day weekend is here, the mayor shares what he’s most proud of when it comes to being a father (22:53).
2025-06-1226 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Memorial Day and a recent town hall meeting at Radford High SchoolOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to discuss the 74th Mayor’s Memorial Day Ceremony (1:20). Later, takeaways from a town hall meeting at Radford High School (3:49). Then, the launch of Phase 2 of Wahi Pana: Storied Places (21:28).
2025-05-2934 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Memorial Day and a recent town hall meeting at Radford High SchoolOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to discuss the 74th Mayor’s Memorial Day Ceremony (1:20). Later, takeaways from a town hall meeting at Radford High School (3:49). Then, the launch of Phase 2 of Wahi Pana: Storied Places (21:28).
2025-05-2934 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Police Week, the City's Food Drive, and Film Industry Tax CreditsOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to talk about Police Week 2025 (13:21). Then, the City’s annual food drive has just ended but as Mayor Blangiardi explains, the need for healthy meals is only growing for O‘ahu families (19:32). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi discusses film industry tax credits and the importance of TV production in our islands (21:44).
2025-05-1529 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Police Week, the City's Food Drive, and Film Industry Tax CreditsOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to talk about Police Week 2025 (13:21). Then, the City’s annual food drive has just ended but as Mayor Blangiardi explains, the need for healthy meals is only growing for O‘ahu families (19:32). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi discusses film industry tax credits and the importance of TV production in our islands (21:44).
2025-05-1529 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiConnie Mitchell and Christopher Thomas discuss the call to action by Mayor Blangiardi for Guardians Ad LitemOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Executive Director for the Institute for Human Services (IHS), Connie Mitchell, and Attorney Christopher Thomas join host Brandi Higa to discuss the call to action by Mayor Blangiardi and other leaders to serve as advocates for homeless individuals as Guardians Ad Litem (2:10). Then, how Assisted Community Treatment (ACT) works at helping individuals with severe mental illness (4:17). Finally, Mitchell and Thomas both explain why this work is critically important (9:56).
2025-04-2426 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiConnie Mitchell and Christopher Thomas discuss the call to action by Mayor Blangiardi for Guardians Ad LitemOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Executive Director for the Institute for Human Services (IHS), Connie Mitchell, and Attorney Christopher Thomas join host Brandi Higa to discuss the call to action by Mayor Blangiardi and other leaders to serve as advocates for homeless individuals as Guardians Ad Litem (2:10). Then, how Assisted Community Treatment (ACT) works at helping individuals with severe mental illness (4:17). Finally, Mitchell and Thomas both explain why this work is critically important (9:56).
2025-04-2426 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on his recent Hale'iwa Town Hall meeting and the oldest active baseball field in AmericaOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to talk about a recent town hall meeting in Hale‘iwa (2:30). Later, Mayor Blangiardi discusses the importance of two bills he recently signed into law, Bill 1 and Bill 50 (17:30). Finally, reaction to Honolulu’s Cartwright Neighborhood Park being proclaimed the oldest active baseball field in America (22:14).
2025-04-1731 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on his recent Hale'iwa Town Hall meeting and the oldest active baseball field in AmericaOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to talk about a recent town hall meeting in Hale‘iwa (2:30). Later, Mayor Blangiardi discusses the importance of two bills he recently signed into law, Bill 1 and Bill 50 (17:30). Finally, reaction to Honolulu’s Cartwright Neighborhood Park being proclaimed the oldest active baseball field in America (22:14).
2025-04-1731 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on a task force to look into merging HFD and EMS, plus a town hall meeting in NānākuliOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to talk about standing up a task force to determine whether the Honolulu Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services would be better off as a single, integrated department (0:57). Then, Mayor Blangiardi discusses the start of passenger operations for the second segment of Skyline, the City’s rail transit system, by Oct. 1, 2025 (14:09). Later, takeaways from Mayor Blangiardi’s recent town hall meeting in Nānākuli, the first of seven this year (16:09).
2025-04-0327 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on a task force to look into merging HFD and EMS, plus a town hall meeting in NānākuliOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to talk about standing up a task force to determine whether the Honolulu Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services would be better off as a single, integrated department (0:57). Then, Mayor Blangiardi discusses the start of passenger operations for the second segment of Skyline, the City’s rail transit system, by Oct. 1, 2025 (14:09). Later, takeaways from Mayor Blangiardi’s recent town hall meeting in Nānākuli, the first of seven this year (16:09).
2025-04-0327 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi2025 State of the City AddressHonolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi delivered the 2025 State of the City address on Tuesday, March 18th from the Mission Memorial Auditorium in Honolulu.
2025-03-1957 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi2025 State of the City AddressHonolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi delivered the 2025 State of the City address on Tuesday, March 18th from the Mission Memorial Auditorium in Honolulu.
2025-03-1957 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi and Budget Director Andy Kawano on the FY26 Proposed BudgetOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi and Budget and Fiscal Services Director Andy Kawano join host Brandi Higa to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposals submitted to the Honolulu City Council (1:06). Later, both men talk about key infrastructure and public service projects included in this year’s budget (4:49). Finally, where to find this year’s proposed budget and how to weigh in before the final budget is passed (21:17).
2025-03-0634 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi and Budget Director Andy Kawano on the FY26 Proposed BudgetOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi and Budget and Fiscal Services Director Andy Kawano join host Brandi Higa to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposals submitted to the Honolulu City Council (1:06). Later, both men talk about key infrastructure and public service projects included in this year’s budget (4:49). Finally, where to find this year’s proposed budget and how to weigh in before the final budget is passed (21:17).
2025-03-0634 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiAlphonso Braggs and Rev. Dr. Gregory C. Carrow-Boyd on Black History Month in the City and County of HonoluluOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Alphonso Braggs, Assistant Secretary of the National Board of Directors for the NAACP, and Rev. Dr. Gregory C. Carrow-Boyd, Director of Worship and Religious Education at the First Unitarian Church of Honolulu, join host Brandi Higa to reflect on Mayor Blangiardi’s Black History Month Proclamation Ceremony (7:40). Then, both men talk about what makes Hawai‘i’s Black History so unique (11:44). Finally, their call to action to celebrate the accomplishments of Black Americans beyond the month of February (22:48).
2025-02-2728 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiAlphonso Braggs and Rev. Dr. Gregory C. Carrow-Boyd on Black History Month in the City and County of HonoluluOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Alphonso Braggs, Assistant Secretary of the National Board of Directors for the NAACP, and Rev. Dr. Gregory C. Carrow-Boyd, Director of Worship and Religious Education at the First Unitarian Church of Honolulu, join host Brandi Higa to reflect on Mayor Blangiardi’s Black History Month Proclamation Ceremony (7:40). Then, both men talk about what makes Hawai‘i’s Black History so unique (11:44). Finally, their call to action to celebrate the accomplishments of Black Americans beyond the month of February (22:48).
2025-02-2728 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on homeless solutions and his 2025 Town Hall TourOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to talk about the hiring of Roy Miyahira as the City and County of Honolulu’s new Director of Homeless Solutions (1:19). Later, Mayor Blangiardi lays out what folks can expect in this year’s State of the City Address in March (10:06). Finally, in what has become an annual tradition, Mayor Blangiardi has some details for this year’s Town Hall Tour (11:32).
2025-02-2021 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on homeless solutions and his 2025 Town Hall TourOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to talk about the hiring of Roy Miyahira as the City and County of Honolulu’s new Director of Homeless Solutions (1:19). Later, Mayor Blangiardi lays out what folks can expect in this year’s State of the City Address in March (10:06). Finally, in what has become an annual tradition, Mayor Blangiardi has some details for this year’s Town Hall Tour (11:32).
2025-02-2021 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Wahi Pana and a new strategic housing planOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to reflect on the final salute for Honolulu Fire Fighter Jeff Fiala (1:18). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about the City and County of Honolulu’s participation and opportunities with the Bloomberg-Harvard Leadership Program, which includes a public art grant (4:54). Finally, a new strategic housing plan for the next four years (9:23).
2025-02-0629 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Wahi Pana and a new strategic housing planOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to reflect on the final salute for Honolulu Fire Fighter Jeff Fiala (1:18). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about the City and County of Honolulu’s participation and opportunities with the Bloomberg-Harvard Leadership Program, which includes a public art grant (4:54). Finally, a new strategic housing plan for the next four years (9:23).
2025-02-0629 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on fallen fire fighter Fiala, illegal fireworks on O'ahu, and the 2025 Inauguration CeremonyOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to reflect on Veterans Day (0:50). Later, Mike Gangloff of Show Aloha Land joins to talk about his displays on the Civic Grounds to help celebrate the 40th anniversary of Honolulu City Lights (9:32). Finally, Mike Gangloff shares why he got into the business of Christmas cheer (14:35)!
2025-01-0931 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on fallen fire fighter Fiala, illegal fireworks on O'ahu, and the 2025 Inauguration CeremonyOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to reflect on Veterans Day (0:50). Later, Mike Gangloff of Show Aloha Land joins to talk about his displays on the Civic Grounds to help celebrate the 40th anniversary of Honolulu City Lights (9:32). Finally, Mike Gangloff shares why he got into the business of Christmas cheer (14:35)!
2025-01-0931 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi2025 Inauguration Ceremony: Remarks by Nainoa ThompsonTo open the Inauguration ceremony for Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s second term as Mayor of the City and County of Honolulu, Master Navigator and President of the Polynesian Voyaging Society, Nainoa Thompson, offered remarks on leadership.
2025-01-0823 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi2025 Inauguration Ceremony: Remarks by Nainoa ThompsonTo open the Inauguration ceremony for Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s second term as Mayor of the City and County of Honolulu, Master Navigator and President of the Polynesian Voyaging Society, Nainoa Thompson, offered remarks on leadership.
2025-01-0823 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi2025 Inauguration Ceremony: Mayor Rick Blangiardi's Inauguration SpeechOn January 2, 2025, an inauguration ceremony was held for Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s second term at the Mission Memorial Auditorium on the Frank F. Fasi Civic Grounds next to Honolulu Hale. This is Mayor Blangiardi's full inauguration speech.
2025-01-0818 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi2025 Inauguration Ceremony: Mayor Rick Blangiardi's Inauguration SpeechOn January 2, 2025, an inauguration ceremony was held for Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s second term at the Mission Memorial Auditorium on the Frank F. Fasi Civic Grounds next to Honolulu Hale. This is Mayor Blangiardi's full inauguration speech.
2025-01-0818 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Wahi Pana and the recent 911 outageThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about Wahi Pana (Storied Places), a temporary public art initiative designed to activate culturally significant sites across O‘ahu (1:45). Then, Mayor Blangiardi responds after most cell phones on O‘ahu were unable to access 9-1-1 for hours (5:49). Later, City leaders welcomed students from Castle High School last week, the latest group to take part in our Na Alakai A‘o Mau initiative (7:51).
2024-11-2831 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Wahi Pana and the recent 911 outageThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about Wahi Pana (Storied Places), a temporary public art initiative designed to activate culturally significant sites across O‘ahu (1:45). Then, Mayor Blangiardi responds after most cell phones on O‘ahu were unable to access 9-1-1 for hours (5:49). Later, City leaders welcomed students from Castle High School last week, the latest group to take part in our Na Alakai A‘o Mau initiative (7:51).
2024-11-2831 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi and Mike Gangloff from Show Aloha Land on Honolulu City LightsOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to reflect on Veterans Day (0:50). Later, Mike Gangloff of Show Aloha Land joins to talk about his displays on the Civic Grounds to help celebrate the 40th anniversary of Honolulu City Lights (9:32). Finally, Mike Gangloff shares why he got into the business of Christmas cheer (14:35)!
2024-11-1436 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi and Mike Gangloff from Show Aloha Land on Honolulu City LightsOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to reflect on Veterans Day (0:50). Later, Mike Gangloff of Show Aloha Land joins to talk about his displays on the Civic Grounds to help celebrate the 40th anniversary of Honolulu City Lights (9:32). Finally, Mike Gangloff shares why he got into the business of Christmas cheer (14:35)!
2024-11-1436 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on sewer fee increases plus some General Election remindersOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi discusses the importance of Bill 32, a measure he signed into law this week (1:57). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about the need to raise sewer fees for the first time since 2016 (3:52). Finally, City Clerk Glen Takahashi joins us with some General Election reminders (26:44).
2024-10-3138 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on sewer fee increases plus some General Election remindersOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi discusses the importance of Bill 32, a measure he signed into law this week (1:57). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about the need to raise sewer fees for the first time since 2016 (3:52). Finally, City Clerk Glen Takahashi joins us with some General Election reminders (26:44).
2024-10-3138 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi and Councilmember Matt Weyer on the Charter Amendment Ballot QuestionsOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi and Honolulu City Councilmember Matt Weyer join host Brandi Higa to talk about all the ways the City and County of Honolulu is celebrating Honolulu Pride Month (2:17). Then, with General Election ballots going out in the mail this week, Mayor Blangiardi and Councilmember Weyer discuss the Charter Amendment questions on this year’s ballot (6:00). Finally, both men react to Bill 22 relating to fireworks, which was approved by the Honolulu City Council last week (21:45).
2024-10-1743 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi and Councilmember Matt Weyer on the Charter Amendment Ballot QuestionsOn this week’s episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi and Honolulu City Councilmember Matt Weyer join host Brandi Higa to talk about all the ways the City and County of Honolulu is celebrating Honolulu Pride Month (2:17). Then, with General Election ballots going out in the mail this week, Mayor Blangiardi and Councilmember Weyer discuss the Charter Amendment questions on this year’s ballot (6:00). Finally, both men react to Bill 22 relating to fireworks, which was approved by the Honolulu City Council last week (21:45).
2024-10-1743 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on 'A'ala Respite and public safety in Wai'anaeThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the ‘A‘ala Respite, a medical respite for homeless individuals on O‘ahu (1:44). Then, a new contract for Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) CEO Lori Kahikina was recently approved by the HART Board of Directors. Mayor Blangiardi talks about the importance of this contract (10:30). Finally, the mayor addresses a problem property in Wai‘anae known as the “Silva Dome” which continues to raise concerns (11:29).
2024-09-1728 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on 'A'ala Respite and public safety in Wai'anaeThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the ‘A‘ala Respite, a medical respite for homeless individuals on O‘ahu (1:44). Then, a new contract for Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) CEO Lori Kahikina was recently approved by the HART Board of Directors. Mayor Blangiardi talks about the importance of this contract (10:30). Finally, the mayor addresses a problem property in Wai‘anae known as the “Silva Dome” which continues to raise concerns (11:29).
2024-09-1728 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on the latest Wai'anae shooting and incentives to build more housing on O'ahuThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the latest shooting in Wai'anae that left four dead (0:32). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about his recent signing of Bill 3 and what that means in the potential for building more housing on O’ahu (17:19). Later, International Overdose Awareness Day was on August 31, 2024, why this cause is especially important here in Hawai’i (22:06).
2024-09-0531 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on the latest Wai'anae shooting and incentives to build more housing on O'ahuThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the latest shooting in Wai'anae that left four dead (0:32). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about his recent signing of Bill 3 and what that means in the potential for building more housing on O’ahu (17:19). Later, International Overdose Awareness Day was on August 31, 2024, why this cause is especially important here in Hawai’i (22:06).
2024-09-0531 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on West O'ahu gun violence and priorities for the next four yearsThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the recent gun violence in Wai‘anae and how the City plans to increase presence in the area (0:40). Then, with a second term secured, we talk about the priorities for the Blangiardi Administration over the next four years (6:33). Finally, predictions and hopes as the University of Hawai‘i football team opens its 2024 season (25:37).
2024-08-2228 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on West O'ahu gun violence and priorities for the next four yearsThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the recent gun violence in Wai‘anae and how the City plans to increase presence in the area (0:40). Then, with a second term secured, we talk about the priorities for the Blangiardi Administration over the next four years (6:33). Finally, predictions and hopes as the University of Hawai‘i football team opens its 2024 season (25:37).
2024-08-2228 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Lahaina one year after deadly fires tore through the historic townThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to reflect on the Maui wildfires as we mark one year since the tragedy in Lahaina (0:27). Later, Mayor Blangiardi reacts to the devastating news on the passing of longtime homeless advocate Twinkle Borge (4:16). Then, Mark Yonamine re-joins the City’s Department of Design and Construction as the department’s deputy director (12:50).
2024-08-0830 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Lahaina one year after deadly fires tore through the historic townThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to reflect on the Maui wildfires as we mark one year since the tragedy in Lahaina (0:27). Later, Mayor Blangiardi reacts to the devastating news on the passing of longtime homeless advocate Twinkle Borge (4:16). Then, Mark Yonamine re-joins the City’s Department of Design and Construction as the department’s deputy director (12:50).
2024-08-0830 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on improvements to Queen Street and Kekaulike MallThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the collaboration with the State to repave a portion of Queen Street before handing over jurisdiction to the City, helping to resolve a 123-year-old issue impacting residents and businesses in Kakaʻako (0:48). Later, the mayor talks about a $4.4 million construction project now complete at Kekaulike Mall in historic Chinatown (8:42).
2024-07-2522 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on improvements to Queen Street and Kekaulike MallThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the collaboration with the State to repave a portion of Queen Street before handing over jurisdiction to the City, helping to resolve a 123-year-old issue impacting residents and businesses in Kakaʻako (0:48). Later, the mayor talks about a $4.4 million construction project now complete at Kekaulike Mall in historic Chinatown (8:42).
2024-07-2522 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi with an update on affordable housing and on executing our homeless strategyThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the recent passing of Hawaiian music legend and former Royal Hawaiian Band bandmaster Aaron Mahi (0:28). Later, from an emergency shelter to a new homeless triage center, multiple announcements have been made recently in our efforts to get more people off the streets and into more permanent housing (6:37). Then, Mayor Blangiardi explains his support for Bill 23, prohibiting gifts to City officers and employees valued at more than $50 (16:38).
2024-07-1126 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi with an update on affordable housing and on executing our homeless strategyThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the recent passing of Hawaiian music legend and former Royal Hawaiian Band bandmaster Aaron Mahi (0:28). Later, from an emergency shelter to a new homeless triage center, multiple announcements have been made recently in our efforts to get more people off the streets and into more permanent housing (6:37). Then, Mayor Blangiardi explains his support for Bill 23, prohibiting gifts to City officers and employees valued at more than $50 (16:38).
2024-07-1126 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on the loss of Tamayo Perry, the 2024 Town Hall tour, and FestPACThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the recent loss of Tamayo Perry, a City lifeguard and Pro Surfer who died in waters off the North Shore on Sunday (0:47). Later, Mayor Blangiardi reflects on the 2024 Town Hall tour. His takeaways, thoughts, and lessons learned (2:53). Finally, O‘ahu played host to the 2024 Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC). Mayor Blangiardi shares his festival experience (19:05).
2024-06-2726 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on the loss of Tamayo Perry, the 2024 Town Hall tour, and FestPACThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the recent loss of Tamayo Perry, a City lifeguard and Pro Surfer who died in waters off the North Shore on Sunday (0:47). Later, Mayor Blangiardi reflects on the 2024 Town Hall tour. His takeaways, thoughts, and lessons learned (2:53). Finally, O‘ahu played host to the 2024 Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC). Mayor Blangiardi shares his festival experience (19:05).
2024-06-2726 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on the new Ocean Safety Department, Ha‘ikū Stairs, and the 2024 Point-in-Time CountThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss his recent signing of Resolution 24-103 to create a standalone Ocean Safety Department (14:48). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about a topic that he wasn’t expecting at the Koko Head Town Hall meeting: the removal of Ha‘ikū Stairs, which are located in Windward O‘ahu (17:12). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi explains the data points that he’s paying attention to from this year’s Point-in-Time Count (20:10).
2024-05-3032 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on the new Ocean Safety Department, Ha‘ikū Stairs, and the 2024 Point-in-Time CountThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss his recent signing of Resolution 24-103 to create a standalone Ocean Safety Department (14:48). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about a topic that he wasn’t expecting at the Koko Head Town Hall meeting: the removal of Ha‘ikū Stairs, which are located in Windward O‘ahu (17:12). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi explains the data points that he’s paying attention to from this year’s Point-in-Time Count (20:10).
2024-05-3032 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Homelessness, Crime, and becoming a "Purple Heart City"This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss his recent trip to Washington D.C. and his request to congress when it comes to addressing homelessness on O‘ahu (0:31). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about a passionate exchange with a constituent regarding crime, which took place at a recent Nanakuli town hall meeting (11:13). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi explains the significance of signing Bill 7, declaring the City and County of Honolulu as a “Purple Heart City” (24:17).
2024-05-1631 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Homelessness, Crime, and becoming a "Purple Heart City"This week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss his recent trip to Washington D.C. and his request to congress when it comes to addressing homelessness on O‘ahu (0:31). Then, Mayor Blangiardi talks about a passionate exchange with a constituent regarding crime, which took place at a recent Nanakuli town hall meeting (11:13). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi explains the significance of signing Bill 7, declaring the City and County of Honolulu as a “Purple Heart City” (24:17).
2024-05-1631 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on recent town hall meetings, a future landfill site, and the passing of AkebonoThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss his takeaways from the last two townhall meetings in Salt Lake and Wahiawa (0:47). Then, Mayor Blangiardi responds to a major announcement made by the Navy this week, removing Waipi‘o from the list of potential future landfill sites (17:10). Finally, honoring a legend. Mayor Blangiardi talks about the passing of Akebono, a pioneer and sumo icon (19:40).
2024-04-1824 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on recent town hall meetings, a future landfill site, and the passing of AkebonoThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss his takeaways from the last two townhall meetings in Salt Lake and Wahiawa (0:47). Then, Mayor Blangiardi responds to a major announcement made by the Navy this week, removing Waipi‘o from the list of potential future landfill sites (17:10). Finally, honoring a legend. Mayor Blangiardi talks about the passing of Akebono, a pioneer and sumo icon (19:40).
2024-04-1824 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on kicking off the 2024 Town Hall TourThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the start of his 2024 Town Hall Tour. It was at the first meeting in Kapolei, Mayor Blangiardi was asked to provide an update on the search for a new landfill site (3:02). Water safety was also a common theme at the first set of meetings with drinking water brought up in Kapolei and recreational bodies of water in Kailua (5:38). Finally, the mayor talks about safety in light of two bicyclists who were recently struck and killed by a vehicle along Fort Weaver Road (11:45).2024-04-0422 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on kicking off the 2024 Town Hall TourThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to discuss the start of his 2024 Town Hall Tour. It was at the first meeting in Kapolei, Mayor Blangiardi was asked to provide an update on the search for a new landfill site (3:02). Water safety was also a common theme at the first set of meetings with drinking water brought up in Kapolei and recreational bodies of water in Kailua (5:38). Finally, the mayor talks about safety in light of two bicyclists who were recently struck and killed by a vehicle along Fort Weaver Road (11:45).2024-04-0422 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on HPD recruit bonuses and the Dept. of Housing and Land ManagementThis 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).
2024-03-2125 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on HPD recruit bonuses and the Dept. of Housing and Land ManagementThis 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).
2024-03-2125 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi2024 State of the City AddressHonolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi delivered the 2024 State of the City Address on Thursday, March 14th, from the Mission Memorial Auditorium in Honolulu.
2024-03-1556 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick Blangiardi2024 State of the City AddressHonolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi delivered the 2024 State of the City Address on Thursday, March 14th, from the Mission Memorial Auditorium in Honolulu.
2024-03-1556 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiNew Chief of Staff Andy SuggThis week, Mayor Blangiardi’s new Chief of Staff Andy Sugg joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about transitioning into this new role (0:36). Then, because the duties of this position are wide-ranging and fluid, Andy Sugg discusses his priorities and what he hopes to achieve as Chief of Staff (6:47). Finally, it’s always important to stand for something and the new Chief of Staff talks about a charity he’s been supportive of for years, even running marathons and raising money for this specific cause (19:10).
2024-03-0725 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiNew Chief of Staff Andy SuggThis week, Mayor Blangiardi’s new Chief of Staff Andy Sugg joins host Brandi Higa on the One O‘ahu Podcast to talk about transitioning into this new role (0:36). Then, because the duties of this position are wide-ranging and fluid, Andy Sugg discusses his priorities and what he hopes to achieve as Chief of Staff (6:47). Finally, it’s always important to stand for something and the new Chief of Staff talks about a charity he’s been supportive of for years, even running marathons and raising money for this specific cause (19:10).
2024-03-0725 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on progress at DPP and OutmigrationThis 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).
2024-02-2233 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on progress at DPP and OutmigrationThis 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).
2024-02-2233 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on facilities for our homeless population and the Amended Full Funding Grant AgreementThis 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). Finally, the Mayor reacts to the Honolulu Zoo’s nomination for Best Zoo in America in 2024 by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards (21:47).
2024-02-0833 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on facilities for our homeless population and the Amended Full Funding Grant AgreementThis 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). Finally, the Mayor reacts to the Honolulu Zoo’s nomination for Best Zoo in America in 2024 by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards (21:47).
2024-02-0833 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiKa'ili Trask O'Connell on joining the City and FestPAC 2024This 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 Culture or FestPAC which will be held on O‘ahu this June (12:37).
2024-02-0123 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiKa'ili Trask O'Connell on joining the City and FestPAC 2024This 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 Culture or FestPAC which will be held on O‘ahu this June (12:37).
2024-02-0123 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on open communication to restore public trustThis 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)?
2024-01-2538 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on open communication to restore public trustThis 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)?
2024-01-2538 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on his new Homeless Coordinator, Iwilei Center, and the 2024 State of the City AddressThis 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 for 2024 (25:31).
2024-01-1138 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on his new Homeless Coordinator, Iwilei Center, and the 2024 State of the City AddressThis 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 for 2024 (25:31).
2024-01-1138 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Operation Blue Light and the Alaska-Hawaiian Airlines mergerThis 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) announces its newest campaign: Happy HOLO Days! DTS Deputy Director Jon Nouchi explains this campaign (15:37).
2023-12-1425 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Operation Blue Light and the Alaska-Hawaiian Airlines mergerThis 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) announces its newest campaign: Happy HOLO Days! DTS Deputy Director Jon Nouchi explains this campaign (15:37).
2023-12-1425 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Ala Wai Flood Risk Management and BWS Rate IncreasesThis 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 O'ahu Podcast (16:12).
2023-11-3033 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Ala Wai Flood Risk Management and BWS Rate IncreasesThis 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 O'ahu Podcast (16:12).
2023-11-3033 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on his Maui visit, O’ahu’s Wildfire Risk Assessment Group, and MovemberThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to talk about his trip to Maui to meet with Mayor Richard Bissen and the other county mayors (0:28). Later, Mayor Blangiardi provides details on the wildfire risk assessment group here on O‘ahu (6:51). Finally, with Movember here, a month dedicated to raising awareness for men’s health issues, the Mayor describes what he does to take care of his physical and mental health (22:06).
2023-11-0239 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on his Maui visit, O’ahu’s Wildfire Risk Assessment Group, and MovemberThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to talk about his trip to Maui to meet with Mayor Richard Bissen and the other county mayors (0:28). Later, Mayor Blangiardi provides details on the wildfire risk assessment group here on O‘ahu (6:51). Finally, with Movember here, a month dedicated to raising awareness for men’s health issues, the Mayor describes what he does to take care of his physical and mental health (22:06).
2023-11-0239 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on the defueling of Red Hill and collaborating with the State on homelessnessThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to talk about the process of draining the massive tanks of fuel at the Navy’s underground Red Hill fuel storage facility (2:16). Later, Mayor Blangiardi recently met with Hawai‘i Governor Josh Green on working together to help get more people off the streets on O‘ahu and into more permanent housing. He shares about that meeting (6:00). Finally, the Mayor describes the recent plaque dedication ceremony at Honouliuili National Historic site and why this was so significant to him (16:59).
2023-10-1925 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on the defueling of Red Hill and collaborating with the State on homelessnessThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to talk about the process of draining the massive tanks of fuel at the Navy’s underground Red Hill fuel storage facility (2:16). Later, Mayor Blangiardi recently met with Hawai‘i Governor Josh Green on working together to help get more people off the streets on O‘ahu and into more permanent housing. He shares about that meeting (6:00). Finally, the Mayor describes the recent plaque dedication ceremony at Honouliuili National Historic site and why this was so significant to him (16:59).
2023-10-1925 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiDeputy Fire Chief Jason Samala on Fire Prevention Week, engine sirens, and recruitmentOn this episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, the Honolulu Fire Department’s Deputy Fire Chief Jason Samala joins host Brandi Higa to discuss the assistance provided over the last few weeks in Maui County following the devastating fires in Lahaina (0:40). Later, it’s Fire Prevention Week and this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention,” aims to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and their ‘ohana safe when cooking (13:20). Finally, a question that came up at a handful of Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s T...2023-10-1235 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiDeputy Fire Chief Jason Samala on Fire Prevention Week, engine sirens, and recruitmentOn this episode of the One O‘ahu Podcast, the Honolulu Fire Department’s Deputy Fire Chief Jason Samala joins host Brandi Higa to discuss the assistance provided over the last few weeks in Maui County following the devastating fires in Lahaina (0:40). Later, it’s Fire Prevention Week and this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention,” aims to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and their ‘ohana safe when cooking (13:20). Finally, a question that came up at a handful of Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s T...2023-10-1235 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on more workforce housing on O’ahu and his new executive director for the Office of Culture and the ArtsThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to talk about his message to the public ahead of Fire Prevention Week in the City and County of Honolulu (5:29). Later, Mayor Blangiardi recently delivered remarks at the local observation of UN World Habitat Day. He explains this year’s theme: “Adequate housing for the spectrum of need in Honolulu” (17:18). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi announces a new addition to his cabinet in Ka‘ili Trask O’Connell, the new executive director for the Mayor’s Office of Culture and the Arts (24:27).
2023-10-0531 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on more workforce housing on O’ahu and his new executive director for the Office of Culture and the ArtsThis week, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa on the One O’ahu Podcast to talk about his message to the public ahead of Fire Prevention Week in the City and County of Honolulu (5:29). Later, Mayor Blangiardi recently delivered remarks at the local observation of UN World Habitat Day. He explains this year’s theme: “Adequate housing for the spectrum of need in Honolulu” (17:18). Finally, Mayor Blangiardi announces a new addition to his cabinet in Ka‘ili Trask O’Connell, the new executive director for the Mayor’s Office of Culture and the Arts (24:27).
2023-10-0531 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on affordable housing in Kapolei and the Honolulu Liquor CommissionOn this episode of the One O'ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to discuss the one-year anniversary of the Safe and Sound program in Waikīkī (3:08). Later, Mayor Blangiardi talks about Parkway Village at Kapolei, a mixed-use development that will create 405 affordable rental units and two on-site preschools on City land (18:04). Finally, Honolulu Liquor Commission Board Chair Seth Buckley will be resigning later this year. Mayor Blangiardi explains what this means for the Board moving forward (23:28).
2023-09-2142 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on affordable housing in Kapolei and the Honolulu Liquor CommissionOn this episode of the One O'ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to discuss the one-year anniversary of the Safe and Sound program in Waikīkī (3:08). Later, Mayor Blangiardi talks about Parkway Village at Kapolei, a mixed-use development that will create 405 affordable rental units and two on-site preschools on City land (18:04). Finally, Honolulu Liquor Commission Board Chair Seth Buckley will be resigning later this year. Mayor Blangiardi explains what this means for the Board moving forward (23:28).
2023-09-2142 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi and Honolulu Fire Chief Hao on the devastating Lahaina fireOn this episode of the One O'ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi and Honolulu Fire Department Chief Kalani Hao, join host Brandi Higa to discuss the devastating Lahaina fire (0:37). Later, Mayor Blangiardi and Chief Hao explain the City and County of Honolulu’s role in the relief efforts (3:25). Finally, both men talk about how we move forward from this tragedy (24:58).
2023-08-2429 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi and Honolulu Fire Chief Hao on the devastating Lahaina fireOn this episode of the One O'ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi and Honolulu Fire Department Chief Kalani Hao, join host Brandi Higa to discuss the devastating Lahaina fire (0:37). Later, Mayor Blangiardi and Chief Hao explain the City and County of Honolulu’s role in the relief efforts (3:25). Finally, both men talk about how we move forward from this tragedy (24:58).
2023-08-2429 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Chinatown cameras and college football conference alignmentsOn this episode of the One O'ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to discuss his support for the Honolulu Liquor Commission’s new Administrator, Sal Petilos (6:32). Later, five new cameras were recently installed in Chinatown, a district the Blangiardi Administration has prioritized since he entered office. He explains what these cameras are capable of and what is next (10:12). Plus, with the exodus of college football teams from the PAC-12 Conference, Mayor Blangiardi talks about his concerns for the University of Hawai‘i and what is at stake (28:46).
2023-08-1036 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on Chinatown cameras and college football conference alignmentsOn this episode of the One O'ahu Podcast, Mayor Rick Blangiardi joins host Brandi Higa to discuss his support for the Honolulu Liquor Commission’s new Administrator, Sal Petilos (6:32). Later, five new cameras were recently installed in Chinatown, a district the Blangiardi Administration has prioritized since he entered office. He explains what these cameras are capable of and what is next (10:12). Plus, with the exodus of college football teams from the PAC-12 Conference, Mayor Blangiardi talks about his concerns for the University of Hawai‘i and what is at stake (28:46).
2023-08-1036 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on feeding the homeless in Waikiki and making Narcan more accessibleMayor Blangiardi and host Brandi Higa begin the episode with a discussion on key hiring announcements for the Department of Enterprise Services and the Mayor’s Office of Housing (1:13). Later, Mayor Blangiardi discusses how his administration is trying to respond to complaints regarding homeless individuals along ʻŌhua Avenue in Waikīkī (13:47). This week, Mayor Blangiardi held a ceremonial signing for Bill 28 (2023), CD1 relating to naloxone. He describes the importance of this ordinance at this point in time and how it will promote public health and safety in our communities (29:58).
2023-07-2739 minThe One Oʻahu Podcast with Mayor Rick BlangiardiMayor Blangiardi on feeding the homeless in Waikiki and making Narcan more accessibleMayor Blangiardi and host Brandi Higa begin the episode with a discussion on key hiring announcements for the Department of Enterprise Services and the Mayor’s Office of Housing (1:13). Later, Mayor Blangiardi discusses how his administration is trying to respond to complaints regarding homeless individuals along ʻŌhua Avenue in Waikīkī (13:47). This week, Mayor Blangiardi held a ceremonial signing for Bill 28 (2023), CD1 relating to naloxone. He describes the importance of this ordinance at this point in time and how it will promote public health and safety in our communities (29:58).
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The People's People from Spectrum NewsHonolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi: From tenement to football to TV to City HallRick Blangiardi is new to elected office but not leadership. After a long career as a television executive, he became mayor of Honolulu in January 2021. Yet Blangiardi’s road to City Hall began on the other side of the country, in a tenement in Cambridge, MA, where he says he was raised “in a household full of expectations.” In this episode of The People’s People podcast, Blangiardi reflects on the twists and turns of a long career and the opportunities and ties that led him to move to Hawaii three separate times. He discusses the influence of his m...2021-12-1433 min
Where Hawaii EatsMayor Rick Blangiardi at The Veranda – Kahala HotelIn this episode of Where Hawaii Eats, Mayor of the City and County of Honolulu, Rick Blangiardi, joins us for a special meal prepared by Chef Jonathan Mizukami at The Veranda located in the Kahala Hotel & Resort. Host Anne Lee and Blangiardi indulge in some new menu items including Foie Gras Musubi, Caviar French Fries, and others. We even had a surprise appearance by the famous dolphins!
Rick Blangiardi has led a life of uncompromising service to Hawaii, his colleagues and especially his family. Blangiardi took office January 2, 2021 and immediately went to work with top priorities including th...2021-08-2122 min
Spotlight HawaiiHonolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi hopes to relax restrictions on certain businesses by next monthFour weeks into the job at Honolulu Hale, Mayor Rick Blangiardi says he is energized and undaunted by the challenges ahead.
“I don’t think I’ve ever been in a role before where you can feel the expectations. They’re so high,” he said today on Spotlight Hawaii.
“It’s really palpable as I go around and meet people and listen to what they have to say. And at the same time, the sense of responsibility is amazing. It’s unlike anything I’ve ever felt before.”
The mayor has largely been focused on assemblin...2021-01-2835 minSpotlight HawaiiMayor-elect Rick Blangiardi favors more aggressive reopening of OahuHonolulu mayor-elect Rick Blangiardi indicated today he is willing to be more aggressive in re-opening Oahu to allow for such things as bars, other small businesses and team sports to be open more quickly than under current Mayor Kirk Caldwell’s existing tiered system of dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
“I would really be willing to … take a look at what we can do to open up certain things,” Blangiardi said during this morning’s segment of the Honolulu Star-Advertiser live stream program Spotlight Hawaii. “I think I take a very different approach to what’s being done right now...2020-11-2433 min