Tommy
Waters
Honolulu City Council Chair
District IV
District IV
Serving District IV and the people of Honolulu has been the greatest honor of my life."
About Tommy
Leadership with Aloha.
Integrity with Respect.
30+
Years of Public Service
45
Year Resident of East Honolulu
1983
Graduate of Kamehameha Schools
1993
Graduate of Richardson School of Law
As a lifelong resident of Oʻahu Tommy Waters is the fifth of six kids born to Morris and Leola Waters, and a proud father of Emma and Kai. Tommy has deep roots in East Honolulu, having lived there since 1979. Tommy now resides in Kaimukī. He embodies the local spirit and commitment to our community.
Tommy is a graduate of Kamehameha Schools ‘83 where he washed dishes in order to pay for his tuition. Working his way through college, Tommy earned his B.A in Political Science and Speech from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, and his law degree from the William S. Richardson School of Law ‘93. His extensive public service career spans over 30 years, including roles as a public defender, Representative in the Hawaiʻi State House, and member of the Neighborhood Board. Throughout this journey, he has volunteered with various local organizations and advocated for Native Hawaiian legal rights and environmental stewardship.
As your Councilmember and Chair of the City Council, Tommy has prioritized community needs by concentrating on key issues affecting our families. His leadership focuses on lowering costs, protecting homeowners, expanding housing options, improving public safety and infrastructure, and ensuring accountability of the City Government.
Guided by a leadership foundation rooted in aloha, integrity, and respect, Tommy is committed to delivering meaningful results. He has worked tirelessly to bring people together and address the challenges facing our residents. Together, we can continue to build a stronger, more resilient, and more affordable Oʻahu for future generations.
Tommy is a graduate of Kamehameha Schools ‘83 where he washed dishes in order to pay for his tuition. Working his way through college, Tommy earned his B.A in Political Science and Speech from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, and his law degree from the William S. Richardson School of Law ‘93. His extensive public service career spans over 30 years, including roles as a public defender, Representative in the Hawaiʻi State House, and member of the Neighborhood Board. Throughout this journey, he has volunteered with various local organizations and advocated for Native Hawaiian legal rights and environmental stewardship.
As your Councilmember and Chair of the City Council, Tommy has prioritized community needs by concentrating on key issues affecting our families. His leadership focuses on lowering costs, protecting homeowners, expanding housing options, improving public safety and infrastructure, and ensuring accountability of the City Government.
Guided by a leadership foundation rooted in aloha, integrity, and respect, Tommy is committed to delivering meaningful results. He has worked tirelessly to bring people together and address the challenges facing our residents. Together, we can continue to build a stronger, more resilient, and more affordable Oʻahu for future generations.
Priorities
What Tommy Stands for
From housing to the environment, here's how Tommy is fighting for District IV.
Increasing Affordable Housing
Secured the largest affordable housing allocation in the City’s history.
Advancing Public Safety
Real investments in safety, parks,
emergency management.
emergency management.
Safeguarding Community
Protecting our neighborhood's character, safety, and quality of life while welcoming sensible development that benefits residents.
Clean Water & Sustainability
Decisive action to protect our water and natural resources.
Good Government
Asking tough questions; delivering clear answers.
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