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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNR013018MOBERNARD P. CARVALHO JR. Mayor COUNTY OF KAUA'I OFFICE OF THE MAYOR News Release For Immediate Release: January 30, 2018 WALLACE G. REZENTES JR. Managing Director ALDEN ALAYVILLA, PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER Tel (808) 241-4909 Fax (808) 241-6877 Mayor Carvalho attends U.S. Conference of Mayors 86th Winter Meeting Mayor Bernard Carvalho Jr. traveled to Washington, D.C., last week to participate in the U.S. Conference of Mayors 86th Winter Meeting. In addition, the Mayor met with federal agencies and the Congressional delegation to discuss priorities for the County of Kaua'i. The 86th Winter Meeting, hosted by the U.S. Conference of Mayors, included over 250 mayors from across the nation. Mayor Carvalho participated in many working group sessions on topics such as: Homelessness: Strategies that Work in Reducing Chronic and Veteran Homelessness; Equity: Economic Inclusion and Civil Rights; Energy: Powering Smart Cities through New Energy Technologies and Partnerships; Housing: Local Solutions to Affordable Housing; Building Resilient Cities: Preparing for Disasters and More; Climate Change: Today's Leadership Confronting Tomorrow's Challenges; Immigration: Responding to Current Challenges; and Infrastructure: Investing Locally to Grow Nationally. In addition to the U.S. Conference of Mayors, Mayor Carvalho attended meetings promoting the goals for the County outlined in Holo Holo 2020, which is aimed at enhancing the economy, increasing sustainability, planning for the island's future, caring for the community, and delivering excellent customer service. The Mayor met with the United States Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration and International Trade Administration regarding the Americas Competitive Exchange (ACE) program, which brings together decision -makers from throughout the Western Hemisphere and other nations to explore global and regional partnerships and economic development opportunities that will strengthen innovation and entrepreneurship in the region. Furthermore, the Mayor met with the Congressional delegation to update them on the success of the County's priorities outlined in Holo Holo 2020, and to thank them and their staff for their continued support and dedication to the County of Kauai. He also met with Rear Admiral Jon A. Hill, Deputy Director of the Missile Defense Agency, and was briefed on their capabilities against all ranges of enemy ballistic missiles in all phases of flight. Additionally, the Navy briefed the Mayor on the significance of the Pacific Missile Range Facility on Kauai and the critical role it plays in testing and training, which it must continue to perform for the protection and defense of Hawaii and the entire United States. The week was an opportunity for the Mayor to discuss important issues for the County of Kaua'i with mayors from across the nation. Mayor Carvalho looks forward to following up with them, as well as the various federal agency representatives who participated in the conference — the Department of Commerce and the Hawaii Congressional delegation — to continue to achieve the priorities and goals for the county. Pictured above: Mayor Carvalho meets with Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard's staff.