GREAT-1(1) Reso 23-35 APPOINTMENT AND REMOVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS (RESOLUTION 23-35, RELATING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF KEKUHAUPIO AKANA AS MANAGING DIRECTOR) (GREAT-1(1))
This letter is being submitted in support of Victoria Takayesu-Hamilton for the position of Corporation Counsel for the County of Maui. I have known her for 12 years in her capacity as the supervising Deputy Attorney General for the Maui Child Support Enforcement Agency. She demonstrated that she has the administrative skills to lead an office effectively and efficiently. In my experience, Victoria is a practical leader. In addition, she is very humble and fair.
The Maui office of the Child Support Enforcement Agency is the only blended office combining legal operations and branch case management operations. Victoria was able to successfully manage both aspects of the office. After Victoria left the office to retire, it became quickly apparent that her absence had a negative effect on the operations and morale of the office. I was grateful and pleased when she returned to her position full time with the agency as the supervising Deputy Attorney General. After her return, the office has once again become stable.
I support her nomination without reservation. If you have any questions, I am available. Thank you for your consideration of this letter.
Aloha Council Chair and Members of the Council.
I have known Keku Akana for 44 years and it is with great honor to fully support his appointment as Maui County’s Managing Director. He is honest, fair but firm on decision making and treats everyone equally and with respect. I have known him to have stellar working relationships as well as a profound intensity to resolve issues. His organizational skills, intelligence and undeniable dedication will be integral in this administrative role. I believe he will work for the Greater Good of Maui County! Respectfully, Keith Moniz
This letter is being submitted in support of Victoria Takayesu-Hamilton for the position of Corporation Counsel for the County of Maui. I have known her for 12 years in her capacity as the supervising Deputy Attorney General for the Maui Child Support Enforcement Agency. She demonstrated that she has the administrative skills to lead an office effectively and efficiently. In my experience, Victoria is a practical leader. In addition, she is very humble and fair.
The Maui office of the Child Support Enforcement Agency is the only blended office combining legal operations and branch case management operations. Victoria was able to successfully manage both aspects of the office. After Victoria left the office to retire, it became quickly apparent that her absence had a negative effect on the operations and morale of the office. I was grateful and pleased when she returned to her position full time with the agency as the supervising Deputy Attorney General. After her return, the office has once again become stable.
I support her nomination without reservation. If you have any questions, I am available. Thank you for your consideration of this letter.
Sincerely,
Lynette Lau
Aloha Council Chair and Members of the Council.
I have known Keku Akana for 44 years and it is with great honor to fully support his appointment as Maui County’s Managing Director. He is honest, fair but firm on decision making and treats everyone equally and with respect. I have known him to have stellar working relationships as well as a profound intensity to resolve issues. His organizational skills, intelligence and undeniable dedication will be integral in this administrative role. I believe he will work for the Greater Good of Maui County! Respectfully, Keith Moniz