PAGE 2 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1-15, 2017 STATEWIDE COMMUNITY CALENDAR Compiled by AMELIA CASAMINA CABATU

Amelia Casamina Cabatu is a community leader and a familiar face, often hosting community events and celebrations. She is a veteran radio announcer and hosts the “FIL-AM COURIER COMMUNITY HOUR on 1270 KNDI Radio every 1st Sunday of the month. In addition to other affiliations, Amelia is the former Chair of the Philippine Celebrations Coordinating Committee of Hawaii. She owns and operates an adult daycare business and is happily married to Arnold Cabatu. They live in Salt Lake and are blessed with one daughter, Armay. Please send your event information to [email protected] or call her at (808) 282-2033.

OAHU Calupig-Tanicala (209) 543-5952 or Hawaiian Village, Coral Ballrooms IV information call contact persons: AUGUST 18, 2017 email [email protected] & V. 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM; Contact Chair, Joe Quibuyen, (808) 256- Ilocos Surian Association of Hawaii Person: Stephanie Chung 221- 6212 6399 Facilitators: Hernando Tan- Woman of the Year Awards (ISAH) fundraiser with proceeds to AUGUST 26, 2017 (808) 372-9269 Ceremony Dole Cannery Pomaikai benefit the forthcoming medical Philippine Cultural Foundation of SEPTEMBER 2, 2017 Ballroom 735 Iwilei Road, Honolulu, mission in February 2018. Ala Moana Hawaii (PCFH) Recognition Night Filipiniana Ball and Scholarship SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 HI 6:00 PM Contact Person: Elsa Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom. 6:00 PM. honoring the 2017 Parents/parent of Award presented by the Philippine Filipino American Maharlika Talavera 358-8964 Contact Persons: Emmie Villaruz the year, recognizing the 2017 Women’s Association in Hawaii Association of Hawaii (FAMAS) (808) 277-5453, Tessie Aganon outstanding achievements of (PWAH) 6:00 PM at the Ala Moana Coronation Gala Hilton Hawaiian NOVEMBER 12, 2017 (808) 348-3746, Rose Sabangan graduating high school Hotel Hibiscus Ballroom Contact Village Coral Ballroom. 5:30 PM – Fil-Am Courier celebrates their 30th (808) 677-7240 valedictorians in public and private Persons: Letty Saban 255-9429, 12:00 AM; Contact Persons: Romeo anniversary at the iconic, majestic schools & presentation of the Jenny Quezon 292-8105, Edna Garcia 368-2312, Raymund Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Monarch AUGUST 19, 2017 continuing scholar recipients, and Alikpala 282-3669 Sebastian 799-6080 Room. 10:30 A M. Enjoy the nostalgic Adult Foster Homecare Association announcement of the Trailblazer of Sunday morning on the beach of (AFHA) invites you to an early Clients the year award to Mr. Roland SEPTEMBER 16, 2017 OCTOBER 12-15, 2017 Waikiki, Filipino Style. Details to Appreciation Christmas Celebration Casamina. Special guest of the Filipino Women’s Civic Club (FWCC) Santa Lucia Academy Aloha Grand follow. RSVP Limited seating. at the Fil-Com Center. In Waipahu evening Ilocos Norte Vice Governor, Annual Maria Clara Ball 2017. Ala Reunion, Ala Moana Hotel. 410 Contact Persons: Mary Cordero 478- from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For more the Honorable Angelo Marcos Barba, Moana Hotel Hibiscus Ballroom. 6:00 Atkinson Drive Honolulu, Hawaii. 10/ 9688, Amelia Casamina Cabatu 282- information contact Maribel Tan: Empress Restaurant. 100 North PM; Contact Persons: Rose Galanto 12 6:00 PM-12:00 AM, Hawaiian 2033, Vanessa Kop 256-0370, Espie (808) 384-0494 Beretania St. 6:00 PM. Contact 688-4458, Cecilia Villafuerte 780- Night, Opening and Networking Night Badua 551-4419. Persons: Janice Sevilla 595-8000, 4985 10/13 9:00 AM-3:00 PM General AUGUST 19, 2017 Lina Longboy 421-7381, Leo Rojas Assembly Meeting. 10/13 5:00 PM- NOVEMBER 17, 2017 Ms. Tarigagay-USA 2017 at the Gozar 630-6268, Maggie Domingo SEPTEMBER 23, 2017 11:00 PM Luau, 10/14 6:00 PM - Ms. CIAI-SI HAWAII USA Crowne Plaza, Milpitas, California. 783-0068 Oahu Filipino Community Council 12:00 AM Filipiniana Gala Night, Confederation of Ilocano Association Support Ms. Tarigagay-USA 2017 (OFCC) Hawaii Open Golf Hibiscus Ballroom. 10/15 11:00 AM- Inc. Samahang Ilocano Coronation Lilia C. Farinas in the fundraising AUGUST 26, 2017 Tournament, Royal Kunia Golf 3:00 PM Picnic at Magic Island. Night, Dole Cannery Pomaikai efforts for their scholarship program Filipino Nurses Organization of Course. 94-1509 Anonui Street, Contact Person: Tina Salvador 808 Ballroom. 735 Iwilei Road Honolulu, For more information contact Imelda Hawaii (FNOH) Annual Awards and Waipahu, HI. Shot Gun: 12:30 pm; 426-6183. For more detailed HI. 6:00 PM; Contact Persons: Joaquin (808) 488-0144, or Vicky Biennial Installation Banquet Hilton $10,000.00 Hole-in- One; For more information and to register visit their Romeo Garcia 368-2312, Joe website: https://ronnicah.wixsite.com Quibuyen 256-6399, Trini Sanga /slaaloha2017 393-1970

OCTOBER 20, 2017 NOVEMBER 18, 2017 A MESSAGE TO THE COMMUNITY... Filipino Community Center, Inc. Nursing Advocates & Mentors Inc. Bayanihan Gala Fundraiser (NAMI). 16th Anniversary Gala: MARAMING SALAMAT PO! honoring extraordinary Acts of Appreciation of Volunteer Lecturers, Service for more information and Recognition of new RN’s and To the readers of FilAm Courier — sponsorship opportunities contact graduation of Reviewees. Hale Koa Fil-Com Center (808) 680-0451 Hotel Banyan Tree Showroom 6:00 I’ve enjoyed regularly reading up on all the current PM Contact Persons: Bea Ramos- OCTOBER 29, 2017 Razon (808) 778-6291, Jun Obaldo events of Hawaii’s Filipino Community within the pages of the Philippine Nurses Association of (808) 277-7495, Bong Curameng Courier. It seems like only yesterday when I had my "Emme’s Hawaii (PNAH) Halloween and (808) 383-0135 Island Moments column." Great memories. Masquerade Ball Fundraising at Ala As you may know, I lost my husband of 30 years—Re- Moana Hotel, Rumuors Nightclub NOVEMBER 19, 2017 5:00 PM-10:00 PM. Cost: $30.00 tired Judge James Burns in March of this year. It has been a International Filipino-American Asian heavy pupus and one drink included. Cultural Association of Hawaii’s 6th most painful and sorrowful time in my entire adult life. My memo- Contact Persons: Tina Salvador 426- Year Anniversary Ball Pacific Beach ries include him enjoying wearing his Barong Tagalog and be- 6183, Ramon Sumibcay 489-7148, Hotel, Grand Ballroom Makai. 8:00 ing called “Mr. Tomimbang.” Tina Fernandez 721-1721 AM – 4:00 PM; Cost: $40.00 donation Long before this, his father- the Late Governor John A. Contact Persons: Wilma Ibay 221- NOVEMBER 3, 2017 2407, Linda Jakosalem 679-9511, Burns embraced the Filipino Community on a number of issues Aloha Medical Mission presents A Becky Schmidt 291-4579 including by working with Jake Manegdeg, placing Judge Alfred Broadway Style Musical “Aloha on a Laureta, on the bench. The father in law-- I never met --gave Mission”. 7:00 PM at the Hawaii NOVEMBER 25, 2017 many Filipinos opportunities to have a voice in government. Theatre Center 1130 Bethel Street, Karat 2: More Bling, Fashion Likewise, his son, Jim also encouraged many young Filipino in downtown Honolulu. Starring Extravaganza. Featuring the Kristian Lei and the Honolulu Designing Brothers, Jontie & Nicky lawyers to do the same. Broadway Babies For ticket Martinez and Recognizing Five Icons I want to thank Courier Managing Editor Bennette information log onto www.hawaii of the New Filipino Century. Dole Misalucha and Community Calendar columnist Amelia theatre.com Cannery Pomaikai Ballrooms. 735 Casamina Cabatu for sharing their time and talents with me Iwilei Road Honolulu, HI. 6:00 pm; NOVEMBER 4, 2017 For more information call Contact during Jim’s funeral services. Bennette worked on the beautiful Filipino Business Women’s Persons: Pygmalion Arts Fund-(808) and elegant funeral program while Amelia hosted all our digni- Association (FBWA) presents the 630-6268, Manzano Collection- taries to their seats. Annual Kimona Ball and the Business (808) 312-0778. Mahalo to Former Governors Ariyoshi, Waihee, Cayetano , Abercrombie and Governor Ige for sharing their pre- cious time with us. Maraming salamat also to all the Filipino legislators and community leaders who came to offer their consoling thoughts and remembrances of my late husband. I will forever miss my ‘Mr. Tomimbang.”

Sincerely, Emme Tomimbang Burns THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1 -15, 2017 • PAGE 3

SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1987

PUBLISHERS Mary Llanos Cordero David Cordero THE BUSINESS OF BEING MANAGING EDITOR Bennette Espineli Misalucha

DIRECTOR OF DESIGN Armando Dela Cruz Busmente FILIPINO PRODUCTION MANAGER Alice Llanos Busmente

ASSISTANT EDITOR thriving. Amongst the most Radiant Cordero By BENNETTE ESPINELI successful: Zippy’s, Times COPY EDITOR MISALUCHA Supermarket or Tamashiro Market. Danielle Evangelista How did these small Okinawan PHOTOGRAPHERS/GRAPHICS mom and pop businesses get Brandon dela Cruz launched? Many of them were first Noah Felipe Gabe de Liso Nicole Ponseca is a young, hip financed by Tanomoshi ko. Jeff Orig restaurant owner who is based out Here is how Tanomoshi Ko James Ramos of New York City. She opened two works as described in the Okinawan COLUMNISTS Filipino restaurants in New York in association website: “Tanomoshi Edna Alikpala Rhoda Yabez Alvarez, Esq. 2012, namely, “Maharlika” which kô were mutual/collective financing Jesse Bacon II features full-on dining and a associations, in which members of Nancy Bernal Cesar Bonilla gastropub called “Jeepney”. the group - typically neighbors within Alice Llanos Busmente Nicole’s restaurants have been a village, or members otherwise of a Amelia Casamina Cabatu New York Entrepreneur Nicole Ponseca Anabel Gasmen Cabebe ahead of the wave crest of the small community - collected up Dr. Rickie Camara Filipino Food movement currently One of the most popular Filipino- when you’re colonized over so many money from all the members, and Dr. Patricia Halagao Kristian Lei sweeping the country. Featuring American stand-up comedians today years, you don’t value your own gave the total to a single member, Dr. Niki Libarios traditional recipes with some fusion is Joseph Glenn Herbert, who is culture, even though we have so much whether by lottery or by some other Zeny Muyot Angie Santiago influences, the restaurants have professionally known as “Jokoy’.In pride.” system, allowing individuals, with the Perfecto Yasay Jr. continued to earn culinary stars as one of his comedy routines called How profound. How sad. support of their fellows, to amass CONTRIBUTING WRITERS well as enthusiastic fans. More “Follow Your Dreams”, he made fun Even in Hawaii, so many ethnic enough money to pay off debts, open Conrad Abuel importantly, they are making money. of Filipino moms who often dream for jokes center on Filipino food. a business, fund weddings or Ric Agnes Paul Alimbuyao Her success is being highlighted their children, and that dream often Definitely, negative stereotypes funerals, or the like. The practice, Ria Baldevia as proof positive that Filipino food involved becoming a nurse. abound: You eat what? (balut!) originating in the medieval period, Eriza Bareng Marnelli Joy Basilio has finally arrived, and that like Thai Can you blame them? Our Phueey! Filipino food has a strong extended all the way into the 20th Bernie Caalim food or Ethiopian food, Filipino food Filipino parents, particularly those pilaw (pungent) smell (it’s the patis!). century, playing a prominent role in Randy Cortez Radiant Cordero is now ready for prime time. who are first generation, bless their It uses strange animal parts (chicken helping finance individuals’ overseas Mary Cruzada Hmmm… the Filipinos gained hearts, have only their children’s feet! Need I say more?)Filipinos emigration (e.g. to Hawaii), and Jaime de Jesus Brandon dela Cruz independence from Spain almost two best interest in mind when they have an unhealthy obsession with entrepreneurial and other activities Christian Evangelista centuries ago, and Filipinos have steered them to careers which could pork where, literally, every inch of its within those diasporic communities”. Imelda Gasmen Veronika Geronimo been in America since the start of the guarantee good employment. body is used. (Of course, we know In other words: it is the Leo Gozar century… so why did it take so long Especially those jobs with excellent what sisig is made of!) community helping each other. It Ben Gutierrez Lalaine Ignao for Filipino restaurants to be benefits. Doctors, lawyers—they But while other cultures revel in meant, for the Okinawans, banding Kathleen Lee embraced? represented security. Not to the uniqueness of their cuisine, together to help one of their own. Carmela Minaya Gladys Quinto Marrone In an interview published two mention, a source of pride that sure, Filipinos are often downright Why can’t we do that for our Gladys Menor years ago by Public Radio as first generation immigrants, they embarrassed to eat their own food fellow Filipinos? John Pagaragan Paola Rodelas International (PRI), Nicole Ponseca may lead insignificant lives in public. We just like to cook our There is a saying that “a rising Judy Relosimon had interesting perspectives to share themselves, but ahhh… the second food within the privacy of our homes. tide lifts all boats”. If we have more Sandra Sagisi Nicole Velasco on why. generations are carving a new path, Why? For fear that we would be Filipino businesses that are Jason Ubay I bring it up here because these and all those sacrifices have not been laughed at? Or ostracized even. successful, their success will also Michi Villaruz insights may also be applicable to in vain. What statement does it send mean the economic viability for all of NEIGHBOR ISLAND BUREAU other businesses other than Filipino Let’s face it. Being an when second or third generation us. Maui Kit Zulueta restaurants. entrepreneur is certainly one where Filipinos know more about Japanese In this issue of the Fil-am Jeremy Zane Reason Number 1: She success is NOT guaranteed. On the food or Vietnamese food than Filipino Courier, we bring to you one such Big Island observed that “One of the reasons contrary, there are incredible risks. food? Can we consider this cultural story of a business that has been Mil Asuncion could be that we were not raised to be For every one successful business, denialism? around for three decades and which Jane Clement Dr. Margarita Hopkins entrepreneurs. We were raised to be there are likely ten who lose their It had to take someone like food has relied on the Filipino community doctors, lawyers — risk-averse shirts. For all that they had to curator Anthony Bourdain to point to to sustain it, even as it also provided Kauai Virgie Cruzada careers. “ endure,Filipino parents want to spare us how amazing our cuisine actually incredible value for the community it Liza Trinidad That sentence led me to ponder: their children the pain and suffering is. served. Marynell Valenzuela could it be true? through during their early years. Which gives rise to questions We feature the cohesive tandem ADVERTISING SALES As I look around at examples Again, I raise the question: can you about our colonial mentality: why of Ron and Teo Gallegos, the Marivic Aldaya Mary Cordero within our community, I find evidence blame them? does it need a white man to point to husband and wife team who were Annabel Cabebe why. As Filipinos arrived on America’s Florence Tan McCollom Can this pattern be reversed? us that what we have is actually recently installed in the PRIMERICA Lydia Kamiya shores, many of them have had to Can we raise children who are acceptable? Wall of Fame last month. The honor Joni Redick-Yundt Rudy Bautista struggle working multiple jobs. In the entrepreneurial? That may be a Hopefully, things are changing, is akin to a lifetime achievement Marynel Valenzuela supposedly Land of Milk and Honey, tough one to navigate. The value albeit slowly. When I go to Max’s of award which recognized the passion, CIRCULATION lower-paying menial jobs were all we put on certain careers is Manila during lunch, I see more leadership and demonstrated hard Florence Tan (Oahu) they could qualify for. And goodness ingrained into our Filipino psyche. “local” folks enjoying the cuisine. I Ron Oshiro (Leeward Oahu) work that this couple had invested David Cordero (Maui) knows, one back-breaking service But, risks can be managed. even see Bishop Street non-Filipinos into their business throughout the Marynel Valenzuela (Kauai) Milli Asuncion (Big Island) job was simply not enough to feed Entrepreneurs can start small. having business lunches. years. and clothe their family, not to mention Maybe the Filipino Chamber can help But maybe, we as a community LEGAL COUNSEL What an inspiring story Alfredo Evangelista, Esq. having enough to send money back by continuing with entrepreneurial can do more? especially when one considers that Atty. Ernesto Urbano (Phils.) to relatives in the Philippines. classes that can provide our What if, we all resolve to Ron Gallegos once thought his And even for those who were THE FIL-AM COURIER community with business tools. patronize Filipino restaurants at least career path was supposed to be a is published twice a month by educated in the Mother country, they We do have to start somewhere. once a week? With Filipinos being meat cutter. OAHU RELOCATION SERVICES located at 2221 Liliha St. either had to seek additional So, now moving on to Reason the largest ethnic group in the State, It is our hope—no, no, cross that Honolulu, Hawaii 96817 certification at great sacrifices to the Number 2: According to Nicole I bet we could make a significant out because “hope” seems so Opinions expressed by the columnists are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Fil-Am family or they had to change careers Ponseco, another reason why it took difference to making these Filipino aspirational and not action-oriented Courier. Publisher reserves the right to edit letters to the editor and other material submitted. Repro- altogether. The example of a so long for Filipino restaurants to be restaurant owners make a more enough—let us use the word duction of material and ads appearing in the Fil-Am courier is forbidden without written permission. All Philippine-trained teacher now established could be attributed to a viable living. “resolve” instead. photos submitted become the property of the Fil- working as a housekeeper in a Filipino inherent value: “…There’s a The idea does have merit. Am Courier. Let us resolve that in our Telephone: 808.595.8787 Waikiki hotel is one that is all too [Tagalog] word called hiya, which Think about the Okinawan community, we WILL produce more Facsimile: 808.595.6883 common, unfortunately. means shame. That’s why [some community. At the last census, there entrepreneurs like Ron and Teo E-Mail: [email protected] Passion for one’s career path? restaurants] give the “white-man were about 40,000 Okinawans in the www.filamcourier.net Gallegos who are living their dream That notion is foreign to first menu” [to customers] because they State. (in comparison, Filipinos MEMBER with a passion. generation immigrant parents. They think they’re not going to number between 170,000 to Congratulations to Ron and Teo for HFAMC had to be practical. They had to be Federation of Filipino American Media Associations like dinuguan, which is a pork blood 200,000). But yet, there are so many a well deserved recognition! of the United States and Canada tough as nails. They could not afford stew. But why have hiya when the successful Okinawan businesses, it’s FFAMAS to have “passion” when family needs French have boudin noir and the too numerous to count. Many of them Hawaii Filipino American Media Council and demands are beating at the door. Spanish have morcilla? It is because are small businesses but they are All rights reserved printed in the u.s.a © Reynaldo and Felicitas Golina

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By LALAINE IGNAO

ABOUT OUR COVER

Our cover features Ron and Teo Gallegos who are the subjects of our business profile. This entrepreneurial couple was recently given recognition in the national stage by one of the country's foremost financial institutions. Photo Credit: Ron and Teo Gallegos: Ocean Images and Joe Craig Black Label Cover Design by True Partners in Business and Noah Felipe of Orig Media. Mahalo to Jeff Orig of Orig Media.

Both Jeff and Noah Family can be reached at www.origmedia.com assion plays a big part in want and they work hard to achieve In his FB page, Ron Gallegos months but during his first weekend or by calling running a successful their goals. posted: “I just wanted a shot at it & on Oahu, Gallegos felt immediately 808 447 9559. business. It fuels “If you have passion for the work PRIMERICA gave me that shot. at home. commitment. Successful you do, you never work, it’s fun. Persevere! The more you help others “I knew I was meant to stay,” people know what they Everyday is another exciting day,” get what they want... the more you Gallegos said. business owner Ron Gallegos get what you want! I Thank God & From the beginning of their P shared. the many people that have supported relationship, Teo worked with It is sound advice especially me along the way! Your dreams can Gallegos as a partner, and coming from a very productive come true!” eventually they became husband partnership that has recently been This honor and circumstance and wife four years later. highlighted on the national stage. was a far cry from Gallegos’ early Today, their marriage has Gallegos and his wife, Teo were beginnings where he grew up in a spanned over thirty years and they recently inducted into the Spanish household in a New Mexico have been blessed with two PRIMERICA’s Wall of Fame during farm. He started out in life thinking daughters, Angela and Charity. the organization’s annual meeting in he would pursue a career as a meat Angela, who is married to Jacob Indianapolis in June, which was cutter. Savage has one daughter while attended by almost 50,000 people. But he had dreams of a better Charity, who is married to Joel Zavala The significance of the Wall of life and he figured out that his has three children. They have also Fame recognition should not be fortunes lay beyond New Mexico. So adopted Teo’s niece and nephew, undervalued. It is akin to a lifetime he moved to Hawaii on August 19, Flor and Rommel Nunez. Flor lives achievement award and is the 1980 at the age of 21 and very in Pearl City with her daughter while highest honor given by the shortly thereafter, met the love of his Rommel lives in Fairview, Quezon PRIMERICA organization. This life, his wife, Teo Nuñez. City and has three boys. They are a means the portrait of the Gallegos Teo, an immigrant from closely-knit family who gets together couple will now hang in the corporate Magsingal, Ilocos Sur had just often and travels as a family unit headquarters in Duluth, Georgia arrived from the Philippines a month frequently. along with other high achievers before their meeting. Ron and Teo’s business throughout the country. As it turned out, Gallegos had partnership started humbly. only planned to stay in Hawaii for six THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1 -15, 2017 • PAGE 5

In 1982, Gallegos was in pre- in the various care home need sales working for the late David associations in the State. Gallegos Paco (Mililani Memorial park) but was provided leadership and was elected quite restless and looking to find as the President of the Alliance of something else to do. He found Residential Care Administrators, himself getting involved in (ARCA) in 2004-2008. Today, he PRIMERICA. At that time, he was on continues to provide guidance to the lookout for a business that was current presidents, acting as advisor aligned with his personal values. to the organization. “In short, I wanted to be In fact, in 2012, when the State associated with a company that had decided to study the issue of long integrity, told the truth and did term care, they created a Long Term something special for the Care Commission and Gallegos was community,” Gallegos explained. tapped as a commissioner. The He added that he was ambitious, Commission issued its final report so he wanted a company that he after a three year process and and could grow with, while making a recommended some changes in the difference in people’s lives. He said structure of the oversight he found this in a PRIMERICA which organizations. labels itself as an insurance and Since then, Gallegos continues financial services company with to work diligently to educate the 117,000 independent represen- State about the industry or other tatives nationwide. stakeholders on the needs of Gallegos claimed the biggest caregivers, beds and care homes. reason why he joined PRIMERICA The couple has been on the was that the company gives case of emergencies that occur many care home businesses which with problems of the elderly and forefront during many legislative consumers a better value for their life throughout their life. are Filipino-owned. disabled.” battles at the State Capitol. insurance and investments dollars. Gallegos said he feels a sense In fact, in an article published by With the numerous challenges Teo, on the other hand, Gallegos further added: “The of accomplishment because he had the Center for Philippine studies, the in the care home industry, the continues to operate a successful company helps them get more for been able to help clients throughout articles stated: “It is noteworthy that Gallegos couple felt it was important care home business. She first less price. We have a wide range of his career. 95 percent of the care home owners to become advocates in order to opened her first care home in products that we offer, from life “If you drop a pebble in a pond and operators in the State are have the problems be addressed. Wahiawa, then moved to Ewa Beach insurance, auto insurance, or a lake, it makes ripples. Those Filipinos, helping the state to deal The husband and wife tirelessly before settling in Foster village, near homeowner's insurance to retirement ripples go on and on. It’s the same worked together and became active Salt Lake, Honolulu. plans. We help them invest in mutual thing when you make an impact on funds and annuities and we show somebody’s life. You don’t know how people how to get their emergency many lives you changed.” funds in place, including how to Ron and Teo’s lives have also obtain a down payment for a house gone through changes over the or car and how to eliminate their years and it was their partnership debt.” that has sustained them. “When I started in PRIMERICA, For instance, when Ron and Teo I just wanted to work with the started having their family, they company. Its leaders would tell me wanted Teo— as the main childcare like it is, to tell me it was going to be provider—-to have the flexibility to tough, to tell me the truth while raise the children, so they then providing the best products and decided to establish a business at concepts for the majority of the home. middle class people in Hawaii,” Thus began their care home Gallegos shared. business which they called Gallegos pointed out that most ACTGALLEGOS, Inc., Dba, A Caring people do not usually have a lifetime Touch Gallegos Care Homes. financial plan so PRIMERICA works Gallegos explained that with the in helping them put a plan in place in business, they joined the ranks of PAGE 6 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1-15, 2017

The Gallegos couple attributed business challenges. Gallegos a big part of their success to explained that majority of these operating their businesses with challenges stemmed from the integrity. diversity of people’s interpersonal Gallegos pointed out to an styles. instance in the recent past wherein Teo agreed, stating that the people were duped by unscrupulous hardest aspect of her business business practices. comes from hiring and finding good “There were many insurance quality people for her care homes. companies, and agents were taught Gallegos stated that one cannot by their bosses to sell very expensive constantly keep people happy and as policies. Families would have many a leader, one must sometimes take expensive but inadequate policies,” unpopular stands. Gallegos explained. “In any business, any “Because people did not have a relationship, you have to allow for strong education at all about money, stormy seas. You’re always going to I saw that there was a tremendous have storms and you have to be crusade, a tremendous injustice, and ready for it. When they come, ready I wanted to correct this injustice.” or not, you have to be prepared. And In his role as National Director when it hits you, suck it up, for PRIMERICA, the business owner buttercup.” enjoys educating clients, as well as Gallegos was firm that finding bringing new people into the “There are four parts: your Many times, it is a case by case Teo, on the other hand, said that other people that support your goals business. spirituality, your family, your business situation. As we know, there is no finding that balance simply means and dreams, and who may nurture He became animated and and your social. If you try to give perfect balance.” spending time together. those same ambitions, is key. excited as he described about how everything to one area, then it will Gallegos recalls that when the “I am a stickler for our family “Nobody does a business he gives his clients the overall plan have a ripple effect. For example, if couple started their businesses, having some time together, whether alone,” Gallegos mentioned, “Our of how they can save and invest. you focus too much on your business, Gallegos would pick up the kids from it is sharing meals or going to success comes from the support of In recognition of Gallegos’ family will suffer. But then again, if school, play with them, have an early church.” the people on my team. They say to leadership and influence, you spend too much time on your dinner, and then go back to the office Teo added: “Yes, while it’s treat your employees right and make PRIMERICA has allowed him to have family, the business drops, and it will to do more work. generally true that when you focus them feel special and they will reward his own agency within the company. also affect family.” “Parents work hard to show too much on a certain aspect, another that loyalty. Everyone wants to feel To him, the center of everything their love to their children, but do not area may be lacking, but I do believe important in their working When asked how they achieve becomes your balance. have time to spend with them. And that in the end, your family, will help environment.” work-life balance, Ron Gallegos “It’s something you have to learn sometimes a child spells love as t-i- you in finding that balance.” The powerhouse couple said shared his unusual personal and as you pass through these m-e. It takes a concerted effort to find Over the years, the Gallegos they are committed to ensure that all philosophy: situations, you learn to navigate. that balance.” couple has had their fair share of THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1 -15, 2017 • PAGE 7

their businesses will continue to With about $1.5 billion dollars in provide great service in the future. its insurance portfolio and $40 million Gallegos said his team alone of their client’s invested assets which has paid over 80 million dollars in are being managed, he is mindful of debt claims in Hawaii to families of the trust that he has been given. clients that have passed away. “We never take that trust for He added: “80% of my team granted.” includes Filipino employees and most Ron and Teo Gallegos are one of my clients who benefit from the in that commitment. They are true products come from Filipino families. partners whose collective strength I get excited to be able to know that has passed the test of time. their lives have been positively impacted.” Teo shared that she continues to work hard to train her staff and caregivers. It is a goal that Ron Gallegos Lalaine Ignao moved to Oahu in 2016 reiterated: “My position is to with hopes of engaging with the motivate, train, and develop new Filipino community. A graduate from leaders. I want to look toward the new Seattle University with a degree in generation to bring them up and lead Strategic Communications, the them as well,” ambitious writer enjoys writing On their installation as Wall of lifestyle, cultural and profilestories Fame awardees, Gallegos was along with reflective pieces that humble. “It’s all about creating showcase her vulnerable and honest successful leaders, bringing in a lot self. During herfree time, you can of businesses,” Gallegos shared. find her dabbling in art projects, graduate school or in wanderlust. PAGE 8 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1-15, 2017

By ANGIE DYTIOCO SANTIAGO

Fiesta Co-Chair Evelyn Mizukami, Fiesta Event Chair Leo Gozar, Philippine Consulate Protocol Officer Jeffrey de Mesa, and Fiesta A fiesta is not complete without the Hampas Palayok (hit-the-pot filled with treats ) ceremony . Co-Chair Ailyn Lum. Director of the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) Luis Salaveria kicks off the fiesta with a struck of the palayok. THE FUN CONTINUED AT THIS YEAR’S

Two roundtrips to the Philippine were donated by Philippine Airlines with winners announced at the Fiesta. FILIPINO FIESTA’S SILVER JUBILEE

The theme of this year’s Filipino ethnic costumes, diverse arts and Filipino Fiesta began 25 years ago Fiesta was “And the Fun Continues” crafts; mouth-watering cuisine when L&L Drive-Inn Founder Eddie – an appropriate theme for this festive provided by various vendors, and Flores, Jr. initiated the celebration to and fun celebration of Filipino culture non-stop live entertainment by local garner support for the construction "The Young Once" from the Kalihi-Palama Culture & Society: Mercy Palijo, Mona which took place on May 6, 2017, at talents and celebrities from the of the FilCom Center. This year’s Supnet, and Helen Takemoto. Kapiolani Park. Year after year, the Philippines. fiesta was coordinated by the Oahu day-long festivities attract thousands This year was no exception and, Filipino Community Council (OFCC) of Filipinos, other Hawaii residents, thanks to the FilCom Center, the under the leadership of Leo Gozar and tourists for a day of Filipino pride Filipino Fiesta in Honolulu has and co-chaired by Evelyn Mizukami and celebration. This event become the biggest annual Filipino and Ailyn Lum. showcases our colorful culture and cultural celebration in Hawaii. The

World Eskrima Kali Arnes Federation (WEKAF)

Miss Oahu Filipina 2016 Kayla Cadavona, Maricelle Redona and 2017 Miss Oahu Filipina Contestants: Angelica Concepcion, Abigail Camantigue, Ivy Lucas, Charlene Rocimo, Kelly Vea, Naydean Diniega, and Samantha Habon. One of Philippines' great balladeer Anthony Castelo being introduced by emcee Amelia Casamina Cabatu.

Kristian Lei and Julius Mina share a laugh during their performance. Filipino community leaders and volunteers. THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1 -15, 2017 • PAGE 9

Always a crowd pleaser is the performance by the Farrington High School's Filipino Club members. Farrington High School 's Filipino Club members perform the Bangka Dance.

The Salakot was performed by the Bulacan Circle & Associates of Hawaii's Dancers: The Dynamic Trio - Katherine Lopez, Leth Callanta, and Anmercil Romaguera ignited the crowd and kept the Angie Santiago, Albert Roque, Pacita Ignacio, Tino Gopez, and Linda and Conrad Abuel. energy level on high.

Fil-Am Courier Publishers Mary and David KNDI Radio 1270 AM owner Gerry Malabed; Radio Personalities Ernest Members of the Cebuano Association of Hawaii Cordero with Eddie Flores, President and CEO Bautista, Venus Viloria, Flor Martinez, and Edna Butay; and owner of Gerry of L&L Drive-Inn/L&L Hawaiian Barbecue. Grill's Restaurant Joe Quibuyen.

San Nicolas Chicharon and Sausage Company offers a wide variety of delicious Filipino food.

Members of the Dabawenyos Association of Hawaii performed the Singkil.

Angie Dytioco Santiago, our Gathering Place columnist, is a U.H. Manoa graduate. Angie is currently a Governor of the United Filipino Council of Hawaii (UFCH) and the Recording Secretary of the Bulacan Circle & Associates of Hawaii (BCAH). She served as an Assistant Treasurer for the Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii (FCCH) in 2016, Assistant Auditor for the Philippine Celebrations Coordinating Committee of Hawaii (PCCCH) from 2015-2016, as 1st Vice President of the Oahu Filipino Community Council (OFCC) from 2013 to 2014, and as BCAH President from 2010 to 2012. She is the daughter of Angel & Rubing Dytioco and is married with two sons. She enjoys photography and participating in cultural and social activities and events. BIBAK Hawaii performed a traditional Philippine dance. PAGE 10 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1-15, 2017

Dr. RICKIE CAMARA

Heraclitus, an early Greek also titled, ‘Character is Destiny.’ He the decisive factor in the life of an philosopher, who never stepped into writes: “It is your character, and your individual (and of nations alike).” the same river twice, gave us the character alone, that will make your How do we develop this most proposition that “a man’s character is life happy or unhappy. That is all that precious thing that seals our fate? his fate.” The word itself is derived really passes for destiny. And you What are the attributes of a ‘good from Greek ‘kharakter’ meaning “to choose it. No one else can give it to character’ that can lead to a happy mark, to engrave,” i.e. a stamping tool. you or deny it to you. No rival can life? A generation ago, ‘character For character is indeed the mark steal it from you. And no friend can development’ was still taught in of a person revealing what you are give it to you. Others can encourage schools. Now, like ‘penmanship,’ you inside; whereas your personality is you to make the right choices or will rarely see it in curricula, and so what you are outside and present to discourage you. But you choose.” we are left on our own to discover the world. Personality implies who we If character is a choice, then so our inner gem. seem to be while character is who we too is happiness. If life is a stage, we Aristotle spoke of excellence of really are. It is made up of morals choose the enduring character we character being the combination of and beliefs that define how we treat play that makes us different from qualities that make an individual an and behave with others and others. The story we tell our children ethically admirable person; someone ourselves. and grandchildren will be about the with moral virtue or moral excellence. Sen. John McCain (R-Arizona) character we authored for ourselves. The Greeks had four ‘cardinal’ who has been in the news recently As President Theodore Roosevelt virtues: wisdom, justice, fortitude, and for health reasons, both personal and said, “Character, in the long run, is self-control. Later, this was policy-wise, authored a book in 2005, expanded to include integrity, selfless THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1 -15, 2017 • PAGE 11

love, gratitude, and humility. And the way to develop them is to think, speak and perform virtuous actions. A person must not only know the good, but also desire the good, and just as importantly, do the good over and over again until it becomes a habit. Academicians of today question if character traits are indeed robust; or whether they simply reflect functions of different life situations. Some argue that since people are shaped by their genes, environment, and culture and societal factors then no one can have enduring characteristics. I think they miss the point; but I understand the perplexity. For true character can only be expressed through choice in dilemma. How a person chooses to act under pressure is who he or she is - the greater the pressure, the truer and deeper the revelation of character. Character is not to be confused with the way people’s values can shift and change in todays’ world; something reflected in the popularity of television programs like Game of Thrones or House of Cards. We are awash in social media; constantly connected to others via technology, we are continuously saturated in our different roles interacting with family, friends, peers, bosses, teachers, students, and even, strangers and avatars. Instead of character, we focus on social acceptability. We experience a sense of conflict in values, ideals, opinions, and motives; sometimes even feeling like an ‘imposter.’ Everyone wants our attention; everyone wants our time. Instead of enduring traits, we remain as tentative and undefined as possible: social chameleons that can’t commit to ourselves. With so many possible choices online, we torment ourselves with the thought that someone better will come along later so we never really commit to another. Uncertainty leads to paralyzing indecisiveness. Faced with too many rational choices, we just pick the one that fits the moment, irrational as that may be. Social media’s promise of developing flowering forms of relatedness, global interdependence, a healing and reciprocal relationship to our planet, and the demise of war is only possible when we use technology with character. A hammer can be a weapon or a building tool. Know your character; know yourself. What do you value most in life? What would you live for? And at a deeper level, who is the ‘entity’ that has the ‘character?’ Who are ‘you?’ Character is simply the ‘Good’ that you are. Said even shorter, character is the ‘God’ that you are. Take the time to study, reflect, and meditate. Meditation is about the perfection of character; sitting quietly and awakening to your Divine nature. Lose your ‘objective’ life and simply be an instrument of God’s will. Character is destiny. Think good, speak good, do good. Be a good character in your book of life and live happily ever after.

(This article is dedicated to my late father, Dr. Augusto A. Camara (April 20, 1920 – July 1, 2017), someone who everyone would agree had an impeccable character) For Advertising Dr. Rickie Camara is a Board-Certified psychiatrist and Bikram Yoga teacher. He teaches yoga information, classes at Hotyoga8 in Kaimuki. He has a yoga- aligned health coaching and counseling practice please call in Kahala. You can hear him every Friday on the radio at KNDI between 8 and 8:30 a.m. on the 595.8787 Medical Forum with Flor Martinez . Email contact at [email protected]. PAGE 12 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1-15, 2017

By NANCY BERNAL

Pops Fernandez Regina Belle

The 15th Annual Hawaii Woman Woman Expo, is scheduled for an up-close and personal Expo – an Event of Spirit, Wellness September 9 and 10 at 12:30 p.m. atmosphere. Tickets are available at and Style - is happening at The Celebrities will walk the runway on www.bluenotehawaii.com and Blaisdell Exhibition Hall on September each date holding their own pets or kama’aina rates are available. 8, 9 and 10. Al Waterson will be the adoptable dogs and puppies. The • • • • Emcee for this event which features twist to this special event is that the One of the most popular a variety of entertainment and Celebrities are not the ones wearing entertainers that has ever come from fashion shows onstage throughout the fashions, the pets will be the ones Hawaii, Don Ho, is being honored on each day. There will be several dressed in designer outfits. The August 13 with a bronze statue being hundred booths showcasing new purpose of this unique fashion show unveiled at The International products and food and opportunities is to bring awareness to pet adoption. Marketplace in Waikiki. Ho died on to win fantastic prizes. Admission is In addition, Jordan Segundo will do April 14, 2007 at the age of 76 and only $4.00. For a full schedule, visit a special performance at this event. would have been 87 on August 13, www.hawaiiwomanexpo.com • • • • 2017. The statue will be located • • • • Who Wants to be a Princess? beneath the historic banyan tree at The Annual Celebrities and Their The Hawaii Woman Expo and the Kalakaua entrance of the Pets Fashion Show, a featured Storybook Entertainment are shopping center and will be entertainment event at The Hawaii presenting a competition for little girls presented to the public at 1:30 p.m. between the ages of 4 and 9 that on August 13. Tribute performances dream of being a princess. If you will be provided by Melveen Leed, know of a little girl that is interested, Marlene Sai, Nina Keali’wahana and Martin Nievera please send a photo of her dressed Kimo Kahoano. This event is free and in her best princess outfit to open to the public. [email protected] asap. Thirty • • • • Winners will be randomly selected to Reno Ursal, former record walk the runway at The Hawaii producer from San Francisco, was in Woman Expo escorted by a Honolulu for a visit in July and Storybook Entertainment Princess. reunited with Jordan Segundo, who Each little princess will receive their performed at Ursal’s events in own crown and a fabulous gift. This California several times. is a dream-come-true for little girls • • • • that always wished to be a princess. Another high-profile person in • • • • the entertainment industry – Pops Martin Nievera (Internationally- Fernandez - spent some time in acclaimed entertainer from the Hawaii in July. Pops is a top female Philippines) will be performing at The artist from the Philippines and was Blue Note Hawaii in Waikiki on formerly married to Martin Nievera. September 4 at 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 She was enjoying a relaxing p.m. Don’t miss this opportunity to vacation. see this Megastar perform with a full • • • • band in a beautiful showroom with

Al Waterson - Emcee for The Hawaii Woman Expo THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1 -15, 2017 • PAGE 13

Storybook Entertainment Princesses The Celebrities and Their Pets Fashion Show - The Dung Sisters and their pets

The Celebrities and Their Pets Fashion Show - Don Ho Reno Ursal and Jordan Segundo Jordan Segundo with an adoptable dog

Regina Belle, American singer- 1992 Disney movie “Aladdin”. songwriter, will be featured in six Tickets are available at concerts at The Blue Note Hawaii on www.bluenotehawaii.com August 3, 4 and 5 with two shows on • • • • each evening. This Grammy-Award For now, That’s Entertainment! winning artist is known for recording (If you would like to submit numerous hit songs, but her most entertainment information, please recognizable tune is a duet with contact Nancy Bernal at 947-5736 or Peabo Bryson called “A Whole New e-mail her at [email protected] World”, which was the featured pop single from the soundtrack in the PAGE 14 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1-15, 2017

ASSOCIATION OF RESIDENTIAL CAREHOME ADMINISTRATORS ARCA Congratulates Teo & Ron as New Wall of Fame Inductees!

Wannette Gaylord Ramon Sumibcay Lilia Fajotina Susan Quinabo Imelda Steffens-Crawford President 1st Vice-President 2nd Vice-President Secretary Asst. Secretary

Blandina Retuta Marina Manuel Gerry Castillo Manny Tagavilla Rudy Benigno Treasurer Asst. Treasurer PRO Auditor Sgt-at-Arms

DIRECTORS

Robert Tabaniag Norma Tenorio Mila Beltran Evelyn Cacal Delia Cabingabang Director Director Director Director Director

Aurora Alejandro Remy Aguinaldo Mildred Bumanglag Tessie Oculto Aida Rufo Director Director Director Director Director

Ron Gallegos Atty. Ron Menor Adviser Legal Adviser THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1 -15, 2017 • PAGE 15

By SENATOR MAZIE K. HIRONO

This past July 26th marked the 76th anniversary of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s executive order placing Filipino soldiers under U.S. command during World War II (WWII). Over 260,000 Filipinos fought with honor and many ultimately sacrificed their lives to protect the freedoms of our citizens and allies. However, in the decades that have followed, Filipino WWII veterans have faced many Senator Hirono speaks with Filipino World War II veteran Domingo Los Banos (center) and other veterans at the USS Missouri Memorial. challenges in their fight for equity in compensation, family reunification, and recognition of their wartime service. Honoring our Filipino Veterans While last year’s signing of my Filipino Veterans of WWII I introduced the Filipino Veterans September 30, 2017, the VA would no As we move forward in the the country to make sure that we keep Congressional Gold Medal Act by Family Reunification Act to expedite longer have authorization to maintain legislative process, I will continue to our commitment to these veterans President Obama provided a pivotal the visa process for the children of the facility. work together with veterans, families, and all veterans who have served our step in recognizing the sacrifice that these veterans. This bill would exempt and advocates in Hawaii and across country. these veterans made for our country, approximately 20,000 children of our there is still more work to be done. I veterans from the numerical limitation remain committed to ensuring that on immigrant visas. Filipino veterans receive the benefits In addition to working to reunite they have earned. This includes our WWII veterans with their families, addressing barriers preventing some I also recently introduced a bill to help veterans from uniting with their keep open the VA Regional Office and families and from receiving Outpatient Clinic in Manila, compensation from the Department Philippines. Hawaii’s deep cultural of Veterans Affairs (VA). and family ties to the Philippines The need to reunite our aging extend to the sizable community of Filipino WWII veterans with their loved veterans and their family members ones grows more urgent every year. who rely on the Manila VA to receive However, as a result of our country’s their pensions and health care. The antiquated immigration system, many Keeping Our Commitment to veterans have been waiting more than Overseas Veterans Act would extend a half century. To combat this injustice, an expiring provision under law that I have pushed the Trump allows the VA to continue operations Administration to continue the Filipino at this facility. WWII Veterans Parole Program According to the VA, Manila VA announced last year under President supports over $19 million per month Obama. This program allows Filipino in disability compensation or pensions veterans who fought alongside the to around 13,000 beneficiaries. In U.S. in the Second World War to apply addition, it serves approximately to bring eligible family members living 6,000 enrolled patients through its in the Philippines to the United States Outpatient Clinic. It also plays a key while they apply for green cards and role in processing WWII veteran wait for visas to come available. While claims under the Filipino Veterans this is progress for many families, it is Equity Compensation fund. Without not a permanent solution. That is why extension by Congress beyond PAGE 16 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1-15, 2017 THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1 -15, 2017 • PAGE 17

by KRISTIAN LEI

Happy August my Pamilya! During my regular visits to UFC Gym Waikele, I sometimes like to schedule training sessions with my ate (big hanai sister) - 1998’s Miss Hawaii Filipina, Actress, Singer, Model, Nutritionist, Hilot, Holistic/Sports Massage Therapist, 1st Place National IFFB PROFESSIONAL BIKINI ATHLETE, Wife and Mother – Coach Beauty in the Gym Angelica Quinn! At our last session, Coach Angelica showed me some strength I would say to dress comfortably band exercises that targeted my abs, and wear something that makes you buns and thighs, by placing an feel good about yourself. exercise band around the lower part You can also wear a tinted of my thighs, having my knees slightly moisturizer for a clean natural glow. bent, and keeping my core tight, then simply extending one leg back, while What would you suggest men and the other leg remains planted and women wear to the gym for motivation? stable, then returning to original I like bright colors and positive position. She had me perform 3 sets slogans and mantras written on the of 15 reps on each leg. Following that, fashion. I believe in color therapy. I was instructed to switch directions Use of different colors can actually with each leg extending to the side put us in the right mind set with our for the same amount of sets and workout gear for energy. reps. (Examples are show in the diagram below.) Don’t be fooled by The big craze right now is a defined the simplicity of these exercises. I bootie. What are some ways to get an absolutely felt the burn. Array ko! overall workout and target the glutes These amazing bands offer different at the same time? exercises for the entire body with HAHA! Yes the defined bootie! some Plyometric HIITS= Hi Intensity different levels of resistance from It is the biggest craze right now, but Interval Training in between to burn easy to challenging. The best part is also genetics are also a part of this some extra calories as well working that they are easy on the joints and but you can develop your glutes with my legs and butt. It’s a workout that can be used according to an some pretty basic hip hinge I focus on at least 3x week and I individual’s needs. movements. Such as the roman balance it with functional upper body deadlifts, single leg deadlifts, lunges, workouts as well for balance. Q & A with Queen Angelica: hip thrusts, good mornings, and we For Personal Training inquiries Being a beauty queen yourself, what must not forget the hips with with Coach Angelica, contact: beauty advice can you give to exercises such as hip adduction and [email protected] individuals who want to look their best abductions, and lateral duck walks You can also catch her starring for a workout? with some bands. I love throwing in in the upcoming Kumu Kahua Theater Production of “Who Killed Gilbert Botello,” from August 24 through September 24. Visit kumukahua.org for ticket information. Special thanks to Your BFF Team: Brice Kurihara Photography (808) 368-5790, Julius Mina, and UFC Gym Waikele! Disclaimer: Please seek your physicians advice before trying any of these suggested exercises.

Kristian Lei is an international song artist, model, actress, producer and vocal coach who has starred in the musicals Miss Saigon, King and I, and Festival of the Lion King. She is also the founder of the non profit organization,Honolulu Broadway Babies. PAGE 18 • THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1-15, 2017

By BRANDON ELEFANTE Council Member City and County of Honolulu

I am honored to continue to serve the communities of ‘Aiea, Pearl City, and Waipahu as their area Councilmember for Council District 8. Councilmember Elefante welcomed Taylor Sayles, Council Chair Ron Menor and Councilmember Brandon Elefante hosted several university students who are who is volunteering as Council District 8’s interested in health care fields. The students, pictured above, are attending either the University of Hawai‘i at Summer Intern. Taylor is an ‘Aiea resident entering Manoa or community colleges on Maui and Hawai‘i Island. The students were part of a Health Careers Opportunity Bill 6, Relating to Mobile her junior year at Maryknoll School and is summer program organized by UH Board of Regent Michelle Tagorda, who is also the university’s program Electronic Devices interested in pursuing a law degree. Taylor is coordinator. Councilmember Elefante reviewing and discussing legislation, assisting introduced Bill 6 (2017) at the with constituent concerns, attending Council and committee meetings, and assisting with office suggestion of a community member, correspondence. as well as from feedback that he received from students at Waipahu Honolulu Police Department said that and ‘Aiea High Schools. This use of electronic devices can be it would concentrate its efforts on legislation prohibits pedestrians from incredibly distracting and we have all public education prior to issuing viewing their cellular phones or other witnessed the pervasive use of tickets. The legislation passed the electronic devices while crossing a electronic devices by pedestrians City Council in July and takes effect street or highway. Pedestrians, while walking and crossing streets. 90 days after the Mayor’s signature, however, will still be able to speak Similar to the prohibition on using a which would make it effective at the on their cell phones while crossing cell phone while driving, this bill end of October. focuses on distracted walking or the street. Mayor Kirk Caldwell, Council Chair Ron Menor, Councilmember Carol Fukunaga, The bill attempts to address the what is sometimes called “inattentive Renaming the Aquatic Center in and Councilmember Elefante joined members of the Takai ‘Ohana to dedicate issue of pedestrian safety and blindness.” the Patsy T. Mink Central ‘Oahu the K. Mark Takai Veterans Memorial Aquatics Center at the Patsy T. Mink Central distracted walking. Safety is a Fines range from $15.00 to Regional Park to the K. Mark Oahu Regional Park. shared responsibility of both drivers $99.00 depending on how many Takai Veterans Memorial Aquatic and pedestrians and requires a violations occur in one year from the Center and was elected to the State of and commemorated Representative collaborative effort. The increasing date of the first violation. The Last year, Council Chair Menor Hawai‘i House of Representatives in Takai for his many contributions to our and I introduced Resolution 16-301 1995. Representative Takai was also community. to rename the aquatic center at a member of the Hawai‘i Army I look forward to continue Central O‘ahu Regional Park to the National Guard and was working with my constituents, K. Mark Takai Veterans Memorial commissioned as a first lieutenant in colleagues, and community! Aquatic Center. We made this 1999. He served in Operation Iraqi request to honor our friend and Freedom in 2009 and was promoted Brandon Elefante represents colleague for his many years of public to the rank of lieutenant colonel in Honolulu City Council District VIII, service to the entire State of Hawai‘i. 2013. which covers ‘Aiea - Pearl City - As a child, the Honorable K. Mark After serving the State of Hawai‘i Waipahû. He can be reached at for nearly 20 years in the Hawai‘i Takai was raised in the Pearl City (808) 768-5008, and his email is State House of Representatives, community, where his passion for [email protected]. public service began as a fourth Representative Takai was elected to grader at Waimalu Elementary the United States House of School. He first served as a Representatives in 2014, where he classroom representative then was named a member of the Armed continued at Pearl City High School, Services Committee. Representative THE MAN where he served as student body Takai passed away in July 2016 while president and editor-in-chief of the serving as Hawai‘i’s Congressional WHO STOPS school's newspaper before Representative. graduating in 1985. Representative In December 2016, the ADVERTISING Takai combined his passion for public Honolulu City Council adopted service with his love of swimming, Resolution 16-301, renaming the TO SAVE becoming a two-time National High Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center MONEY School All-American in the 100-yard after the Honorable K. Mark Takai as breaststroke at Pearl City High an appropriate way to honor IS THE MAN School and a Western Athletic Representative Takai's service to the Conference swimming champion at people of Hawaii and the nation and WHO STOPS the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa. his love of swimming. Following his graduation from the I was grateful to be able to THE CLOCK University of Hawai‘i at Manoa with a attend the renaming ceremony this Bachelor of Arts degree in Political month with Mayor Kirk Caldwell, TO SAVE Science and a Master of Public Council Chair Menor, Councilmember TIME. Health degree, Representative Takai Carol Fukunaga, and members of the pursued his passion for public service Takai ‘Ohana as we all remembered – UNKNOWN THE FIL-AM COURIER • AUGUST 1 -15, 2017 • PAGE 19

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