The Honolulu City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 24-298 to elect its officers following the administration of oaths to newly elected members.

Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald of the Hawaii Supreme Court administered the oath of office to the newly elected council members before the vote on the resolution. Council Member Weier moved adoption of Resolution 24-298; the motion was seconded and called to roll call. The clerk recorded nine ayes and the resolution was adopted.

The roll call recorded the following votes in favor: Council Member Cordero (aye); Council Member dos Santos Tam (aye); Council Member Kea Aina (aye); Council Member Nishimoto (aye); Council Member Okimoto (aye); Council Member Taoba (aye); Council Member Tupole (aye); Council Member Weier (aye); Chair Waters (aye). The clerk announced, “There are 9 ayes.”

After opening remarks and the adoption of officers, Vice Chair Weier moved to adjourn the inauguration ceremony and set the next council meeting for Jan. 29, 2025, at 10 a.m. The motion was seconded; no objections were raised and the council stood adjourned.

The administration of the oath, the adoption of Resolution 24-298, and the unanimous adjournment concluded the inauguration proceedings.