HONOLULU - Senator Lorraine R. Inouye is pleased to announce that Governor David Ige has released the $1.6 million to finance the acquisition of land adjacent to Waimea Elementary School and Waimea Middle School on Hawaii Island.
“I want to thank Governor Ige for releasing these funds and helping to ensure that Waimea Elementary can continue to thrive and serve their community,” Senator Inouye said. “We can make no greater investment than in the education of our keiki.”
In a letter announcing the release of the funds, the Governor also expressed his gratitude. “Mahalo for your work on behalf of the residents of your district to secure these funds. Projects such as these are critical components of the public infrastructure and contribute to building a better home for our kupuna, keiki, and all the residents of Hawai‘i.”