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This week we celebrate National Library Workers’ Day. Mahalo to all library workers for being important resources for their communities and cultivating a love of reading.
Natasha has been a lifelong bookworm, passing on her love of reading to her daughters. Through her work, she has been able to help her community, especially the homeless community, find lifesaving resources and reconnect with loved ones. Mahalo for all that you do, Natasha!
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Each day across the country, more than 340 workers are killed and more than 6,000 suffer injury and illness because of dangerous working conditions that are preventable. That is why more than 50 years ago on April 28, Workers Memorial Day went into effect, promising every worker the right to a safe job — a fundamental right.
For nearly 90 years, HGEA has fought for a seat at the negotiation table to ensure our members’ safety and wellbeing. Together on this Workers Memorial Day, we echo the need for safe jobs and raise our collective voice to protect these rights alongside our partners at AFL-CIO.
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Are you attending the Hawaii Democratic Party Convention on May 18 and 19? HGEA may be able to help subsidize the registration cost of being a delegate, however, we are trying to get an idea of how many members plan to attend. Take the survey below. This will help us formulate an accurate and responsible budget.
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Hoʻomaikaʻi to our members who received the 2023 Librarian of the Year and Excellence in Service awards, broadcasted on Hawaii News Now’s Sunrise newscast.
Librarian of the Year, Unit 13
- Tamara King, Kahuku Public & School Library, Oahu
- Elizabeth Knight, Makawao Public Library, Maui
- Susan Nakata, Library Development Services, Oahu
Excellence in Service Winners, Unit 3
- Stacy Fujitani, Keaau Public & School Library, Hawaii Island
- Eric Larsen, Lihue Public Library, Kauai
- Ann Wallner, Makawao Public Library, Maui
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Maui Dispatchers Honored
for Wildfire Response
Maui dispatchers have garnered more national recognition for their heroic work during last year’s devastating wildfires.
The Maui Police Department said, “This recognition is a testament to the exceptional teamwork, leadership, and expertise exhibited by every member of our 911 call center. Their tireless efforts responding to emergency calls, coordinating critical resources, and providing invaluable support to first responders speak volumes of their commitment to our community.”
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The 27th Biennial HGEA General Assembly will take place Sept. 12-14 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort on Oahu. As the highest governing body of the union, the general assembly considers amendments to the HGEA charter of incorporation and bylaws, along with other non-charter/bylaws resolutions. The Committee on Charter, Bylaws and Resolutions is responsible for reviewing all proposed resolutions and making a recommendation to the general assembly.
Members may use the form linked below to submit a resolution for consideration. One form is for proposed amendments to the charter and/or the bylaws; the other form is for general resolutions. Guidelines on how to prepare a resolution are provided for your reference.
Charter/Bylaws Resolutions are due 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 15.
Non-Charter/Bylaws Resolutions are due 4:30 p.m., Thursday, June 14
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For a complete list of member discounts or for more HGEA news, visit www.hgea.org.
If you have specific inquiries, contact your local HGEA office or the HGEA Member Service Center at
(808) 543-0000 or service@hgea.org.
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