West Hawaii Advisory Council
Neighbor island advisory councils were established in 2006 in each county. Key leaders from local communities were asked to serve as members and help identify community needs and enhance the community’s awareness of and involvement with the Hawaii Red Cross.
Chair Carol Kitaoka, Esq.
Barbara Goldman Garcia, Kona Kohala Chamber of Commerce
Judi Jennet, Ocean Sports
Captain Sam Kawamoto, Hawaii County Police Department
Quince Mento, Hawaii County Civil Defense
Tom Newhouse, Pacific Radio Group
John Yates, Wal-Mart
Captain Ralph Yawata, Hawaii County Fire Department
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