Author Archives: garyhooser

“Prior to appearing before the County Council or administrative agency, a lobbyist shall orally disclose his or her status as a lobbyist and the person on whose behalf the lobbyist is appearing.” Kauaʻi County Ordinance #999 While it’s an all … Continue reading →

There’s nothing we can really do about it, the underlying issues are far too complicated, and we have far too many important problems of our own to deal with – said every enabler of every war and atrocity that has … Continue reading →

Bring it on. That’s how I’m feeling today. As the door to 2024 begins to open, I see sparkles of opportunity beckoning in the distance. The challenges facing our community while formidable, are not insurmountable. We should set our goals … Continue reading →

As we close out the year and head into 2024, I wanted to reach out one last time to touch base, wish you well for the coming holidays, share with you my top priorities of the coming year, and yes … Continue reading →

Let’s talk law-making for a moment. If you could pass any new law at the county level, what would that be? Seriously: All four Hawai‘i counties have, embedded in their County Charter a citizen’s right to initiative and referendum This … Continue reading →

Either I’m evil or I’m ignorant was the message delivered recently via email. Another scolded me, saying she was offended that I had not responded to her email within three days. It seems supporting an end to the violence by … Continue reading →

Attention Kauaʻi residents especially – Urgent and time sensitive Testimony should be submitted TODAY Tuesday December 5, 2023 (or ASAP) by directing an email to BLNR.Testimony@hawaii.gov See my thoughts/testimony below for context and background – but please offer your own … Continue reading →

Whereas, All human life is precious and the targeting of non-combatants in a conflict zone is a violation of Rule 1 of customary International Humanitarian Law; [1] Whereas, Between October 7 and December 2, 2023, armed violence has claimed the … Continue reading →

Hooray! The Kaua‘i County Council is once again accepting remote public testimony “live” via the internet. Members of the public must sign up via email to testify no later than noon on the day prior to the meeting. On March … Continue reading →

Being thankful and celebrating our own good fortune comes with an obligation to reach out to help others. In the past, as a way to celebrate and honor the official holiday of Thanksgiving – I’ve taken my children with donations … Continue reading →