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County of Kaua'i, State of Hawaii

*DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, *MAYOR
*REIKO MATSUYAMA*, MANAGING DIRECTOR






*News Release*

For Immediate Release: February 3, 2026






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COUNTY OF KAUA‘I

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

REIKO MATSUYAMA - MANAGING DIRECTOR

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*Mayor Kawakami attends U.S. Conference of Mayors in Washington, D.C.*

LĪHU‘E – Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami recently returned from Washington, D.C., where he attended the United States Conference of Mayors from January 27 to 30, joining mayors from across the country to collaborate on shared challenges and national priorities impacting local communities.

The bipartisan conference provided an opportunity for city and county leaders to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and participate in focused discussions on critical issues such as clean energy, public safety, housing, infrastructure, and economic development. Through a series of breakout sessions and briefings, Mayor Kawakami engaged in conversations centered on practical solutions that can be adapted to meet Kaua‘i’s unique needs.

Key discussions included strengthening water infrastructure to ensure reliable and resilient systems that support public health, environmental protection, and long-term sustainability. Mayor Kawakami also took part in conversations focused on improving homelessness response efforts, including strategies that prioritize coordination between housing, health, and social services to better support individuals and families experiencing housing instability.

In addition, early childhood education was a focus of several sessions, highlighting the importance of investing in early learning programs that support working families, strengthen workforce development, and improve long-term outcomes for children and communities.

A key component of the trip included meetings with Hawai‘i’s federal delegation to advocate for Kaua‘i and ensure the island’s priorities are represented at the national level. During these discussions, Mayor Kawakami highlighted ongoing and completed County projects, emphasized the importance of existing federal partnerships, and explored potential opportunities for additional funding to support critical initiatives across the island, including infrastructure improvements, housing stability efforts, and education programs.

“These meetings are about making sure Kaua‘i has a seat at the table,” said Mayor Kawakami. “By sharing our successes, challenges, and future goals, we can strengthen partnerships that help move projects forward and deliver real benefits for our residents.”

Participation in the United States Conference of Mayors allows County leadership to stay informed on emerging policy trends, identify new funding opportunities, and bring back ideas that support a resilient, safe, and thriving Kaua‘i community.

The County of Kaua‘i remains committed to working collaboratively with federal, state, and local partners to advocate for resources that support long-term sustainability and improve quality of life for island residents.

Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami attends the 2026 United States Conference of Mayors in Washington, D.C.

Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami attends the 2026 United States Conference of Mayors
in Washington, D.C.

Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami meets with United States Senator Brian Schatz.

Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami meets with United States Senator Brian Schatz.

Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami meets with United States Senator Mazie Hirono. ###

Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami meets with United States Senator Mazie Hirono.

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