STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3794

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NOS. 809, 810, 811

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirtieth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2020

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Labor, Culture and the Arts, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 809, 810, and 811, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of:

King Kamehameha Celebration Commission

G.M. No. 809	JERALD KEAULANA, for a term to expire 06-30-2023;
G.M. No. 810	JAMIE WHITTLE-WAGNER, for a term to expire 06-30-2023; and
G.M. No. 811	JESSIE SILVA-DUCAROY, for a term to expire 06-30-2023,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by Jerald Keaulana, Jamie Whittle-Wagner, and Jessie Silva-Ducaroy for service on the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission.

JERALD KEAULANA

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Jerald Keaulana from the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission, Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs, Makaha Hawaiian Civic Club, and two individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Keaulana's expertise, experience, and history of community involvement qualify him to be appointed to the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission. He has been a pillar of education in Hawaiian culture and social studies for over thirty-four years. Mr. Keaulana is currently responsible for planning, designing, and teaching the Hawaiian Language program at Punahou School. His invaluable contribution to the perpetuation of Hawaiian Culture is extensive. In addition to serving as kumu to ‘ōlapa, ‘āla‘apapa, and pahu hula students, he has imparted knowledge of indigenous lore and culture through olī, hula kuahu, and varied artistic crafting techniques integral to the fabric of Hawaiian culture. Your Committee further finds that Mr. Keaulana presently serves as a board member for Lanikūhonua Cultural Institute, Wai‘anae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, Mary Kawena Pukui Society, Lei O Lanikūhonua, and Waihona Mele No‘eau. He is also involved in committee work with Honolulu Community College and the University of Hawai‘i Community Colleges System. Mr. Keaulana has received numerous accolades including: a Lifetime Achievement Award and two Nā Hōkū Hanohano awards from the Hawai‘i Academy of Recording Arts; Malia Kau Award, Moanalua Gardens Foundation; I Ulu I Ke Kumu award from the University of Hawai‘i; and the Queen Emma Hawaiian Civic Club Award. Your Committee finds that Mr. Keaulana's experience and commitment to the community will be assets to the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission. Your Committee therefore recommends that Mr. Keaulana be appointed to the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission based on his background, knowledge, and desire to serve the community.

JAMIE WHITTLE-WAGNER

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Jamie Whittle-Wagner from the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission, Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs, and two individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Ms. Whittle-Wagner's experience and history of community involvement qualify her for appointment to the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission. Your Committee notes that Ms. Whittle-Wagner possesses considerable experience in administrative and management positions requiring skills in leadership and coordination. She is currently the Community Outreach Coordinator for Ka Hikina O Ka Lā. Ms. Whittle-Wagner has served professionally for several culturally significant organizations such as: Kū Mai Ka Hula Competition Coordinator, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; Registration Module consultant, and Conference Director, Ka ‘Aha Hula ‘O Halauaola. In addition, your Committee finds that she has participated in The Kamehameha Day Parade for several years as Pā‘ū Coordinator, Princess, Attendant, and Coordinator, as well as Event Coordinator for the Aloha Festivals Banyan Tree Ho‘olaule‘a and Na Mele O Maui. Section 8‑5(a)(5), Hawaii Revised Statutes, requires the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission to have at least one member from the Kamehameha Schools Alumni Association. Ms. Whittle-Wagner is a member of the Kamehameha Schools Alumni Association, and her appointment to the Commission will fulfill the statutory requirement for representation from that organization. Your Committee therefore recommends that Jamie Whittle-Wagner be appointed to the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission based on her background, knowledge, and desire to contribute to the community.

JESSIE SILVA-DUCAROY

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Jessie Silva-Ducaroy from the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission, Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs, Salvation Army, and five individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Ms. Silva-Ducaroy's experience, background, and commitment to public service qualify her for appointment to the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission. Your Committee notes that she has experience in musical entertainment contracting and production in music and hula for over twenty-seven years. Your Committee further notes that Ms. Silva-Ducaroy has earned her Master of Arts in Communication with a specialization in Hawaiian Studies Ancestral Background from the University of Hawai‘i. She has been an active leader in community organizations, including: President, Kalamaula Homestead Association, Molokai Kuhio Day Celebration; Member, Na Kia‘I O Waiola Burial Council, Molokai Visitor's Association; and board of directors, Hawaii Nature Conservancy. Ms. Silva-Ducaroy's professional experience and community involvement will help support the important efforts of the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission. Your Committee therefore recommends that Ms. Silva-Ducaroy be appointed to the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission based on her background, knowledge, and desire to serve the community.

As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Labor, Culture and the Arts that are attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominees, has found the nominees to be qualified for the positions to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nominations.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Labor, Culture and the Arts,

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BRIAN T. TANIGUCHI, Chair