Condo Owners Invited to Hawaiʻi’s First-Ever Condo Owners’ Forum at the State Capitol on November 14
Forum will address owner rights, the future of condominium laws, and proactive planning to prevent crises and protect communities.
News Release from Hawaii State Legislature, Nov 5, 2026
Honolulu, Hawaiʻi — Hawaiʻi condominium owners are cordially invited to participate in Hawai‘i’s Inaugural Condo Owners’ Forum on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol Auditorium.
Sponsored by Representative Kim Coco Iwamoto and organized by a grassroots advocacy group dedicated to promoting the fair administration of Hawaiʻi’s condominium laws, this free event is open to all condo owners and residential property owners in common-interest communities statewide, including association board members.
This informative forum offers a unique opportunity for condominium owners and policymakers to connect directly. Legislators and government officials are invited to hear firsthand from the community members who own homes, pay association assessments, fund repairs and maintenance, and live with the daily impact of condominium policies.
“Good public policy is strengthened when shaped alongside the people it directly affects, not only by the professional interests that traditionally have the loudest voices,” said Representative Kim Coco Iwamoto.
Event Details:
- WHAT: Hawai‘i’s Inaugural Condo Owners’ Forum
- WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- WHERE: Hawaiʻi State Capitol Auditorium, 415 South Beretania Street, Honolulu
The event is sponsored by State Representative Kim Coco Iwamoto. Hawaiʻi condominium owners, community members, and legislators are encouraged to attend.
Key Forum Focus Areas:
- Know Your Rights & Options: Learn about the rights and protections granted under Hawai'i Revised Statutes Chapter 514B and how to navigate them effectively.
- Shape Future Legislation: Share direct feedback with legislators on what is and isn't working ahead of the 2027 Legislative Session.
- Proactive Planning & Risk Reduction: Discover practical strategies from experts to identify and mitigate risks before emergencies arise.
Featured Speakers:
- Tom Roselli (McLarens, National General Adjuster) and John McCarthy (Retired HPD Deputy Chief): Addressing risk management from specialized industry and safety perspectives.
- Raelene Tenno (Education Chair, HCCA): Discussing the essential role of owner education.
- Representative Kim Coco Iwamoto (House District 25, Ala Moana, Kaka‘ako, Downtown): Representing a district with vibrant, densely populated condominium communities.
- OHA Trustee and former Senator Brickwood Galuteria: Highlighting owner-protective legislation and advocacy.
“Owners pay the bills and carry the risk, but too often they learn their rights only after something has gone wrong,” said Lourdes Scheibert, condominium owner and forum organizer. “This forum brings owners and lawmakers together in the same room to build solutions proactively.”
How to Register:
Admission is free. Reservations are required due to limited seating and will be confirmed upon receipt, space allowing. To reserve your spot, please email [email protected] with “reservation” in the subject line. Please include the name, phone number, and ZIP code of each attendee.
Additional Information:
Media contact: Representative Kim Coco Iwamoto | (808) 586-8485 | [email protected].
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