While International Women’s Day began in Maui County Council Chambers with morning affirmations of the importance of gender equality and women in positions of power, events at the end of the evening proved that upsetting the patriarchy isn’t a mere day’s work. At 12:15am on March 9, Maui County’s top civil lawyer, Corporation Counsel Patrick Wong was arrested and charged by the … [Read more...] about Corporation Counsel Pat Wong Arrested for Physical Abuse, Given Paid Leave
Mayor Mike Victorino
Councilmember Tasha Kama Flexes: Vote to confirm Wong signals independence
Social media is where broken hearts are shared. Immediately after Councilmember Tasha Kama changed her committee vote – a known swing vote – to approve Mayor Mike Victorino’s embattled appointment for Corporation Counsel, Patrick Wong, the nastiness began. The most hurtful comments came in the form of name calling. Others leveled unsubstantiated allegations of nepotism. But of … [Read more...] about Councilmember Tasha Kama Flexes: Vote to confirm Wong signals independence
WMTA Annual Members Meeting at Lahaina Civic Center
WMTA’s Annual Members Meeting will be at Lahaina Civic Center on Thursday, January 17th. The West Maui Taxpayers Association (WMTA) annual member meeting will discuss official business, and feature presentations in regards to the West Maui community. Guest speakers include: Senator Rosalyn Baker, Representative Angus McKelvey, Mayor Mike Victorino, Council Member Tamara Paltin, … [Read more...] about WMTA Annual Members Meeting at Lahaina Civic Center