August 1, 2017

Let’s Get Ready!!! Hurricane Prep Info

Dear District 13 Ohana, As we enter hurricane season, I want to make sure we are all ready. Here are some lists and resources to make sure you and your family are prepared. Please help share this information with your community members.

-Rep. Lynn DeCoite

Rep. DeCoite - Huricane Season Info July 2017

April 24, 2017

Rep. DeCoite Honors Teresa Shook on behalf of Hawaii State Legislature


  

Rep. DeCoite Honors Teresa Shook on behalf of Hawaii State Legislature at the Haiku Ho’olaule’a & Flower Festival

Haiku (Maui), Hawaii - Representative Lynn DeCoite, on behalf of the Hawaii State Legislature, honored Teresa Shook - Visionary for the 2017 Women’s March – at the Haiku Ho’olaule’a & Flower Festival on Saturday April 22, 2017

Rep. DeCoite accompanied by State Senator Kalani English presented Ms. Shook with a certificate for her vision and dedication in the creation of the Women’s March and all of the unifying principals it stands for in addressing equality across the entire State of Hawai’i and throughout the world.

“The Women’s March turned into a worldwide movement. And of course I thinks it’s awesome that it all started right here in District 13 – which is why I wanted to do this presentation here in the district.” Stated Rep. DeCoite.

“The Women's March movement became an inclusive, non-partisan event where everyone was welcome and people of all creeds, colors, religions, political ideologies and backgrounds came together to address many unifying principals.” Rep DeCoite continued, “Teresa has shown ALL of us – especially our Keiki- that one person can make a difference and that when we come together anything is possible.”

Teresa Shook is a Hana Resident, Grandmother, Retired Attorney and is the Visionary for the 2017 Women’s March. The presentation took place at the main stage at the Haiku Ho’olaule’a & Flower Festival with many community members and Women’s March supporters in the audience.


April 4, 2016

Representative Lynn Decoite's Statement On Governor Ige's Announcement For The State To Provide The Highest Level of Funding Ever For Department of Hawaiian Home Lands

"I think this is a huge step in the right direction for the beneficiaries moving forward. My hope is that by adding funding for positions for DHHL this will help address the Hawaiian Homes Wait List, affordable housing needs and homeless issues. These are a few of the many reasons I felt it was my responsibility to introduce HB 1932 this session.

It is great that the Governor and both the House and Senate have agreed to increase funding to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for 2016 and 2017, as well as, acknowledge that we must fulfill our constitutional obligation to sufficiently fund the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and its beneficiaries.

I want to thank my colleagues for their support of HB 1932. I look forward to working with them and Governor Ige to get this important measure passed."


March 4, 2016

Help "Fight The Bite"!

Here is some information and tips to help protect you, your family and community members from mosquitos. These steps are integral to help prevent the spread of Dengue Fever and the potential spread of the Zika Virus. See flyer.

Some preventative steps are also being aware of Travel. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has issued travel notices for people traveling to regions and certain countries where Zika virus transmission is ongoing. Stay informed about these travel advisories by visiting: http://www.cdc.gov/zika/

Please feel free to contact my office if you have any questions or if I can be of service to you.

-Lynn


September 14, 2015

Lawmaker's Listen - Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Please join Representative Lynn DeCoite and leaders from the Hawaii State House of Representatives for a community update on the 2015 Legislative Session and preview for the upcoming 2016 Session. See flyer.

Tuesday, October 13, 2015
5:30pm-7:00pm
Haiku Community Center
Hana Highway at Pilialoha St , Haiku, Maui, HI 96708


March 5, 2015

Lynn DeCoite Is Sworn In As The New Representative For House District 13

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February 20, 2015


Lynn DeCoite Is Sworn In As The New Representative For House District 13

HONOLULU, HAWAII - Today Representative Lynn DeCoite, who was appointed by Governor David Ige to complete the current term of the late Mele Carroll, was sworn in during the regular session of the Hawaii State House of Representatives.

"This is a bittersweet day for me and my family." Stated Rep. DeCoite" I know I have some big shoes to fill. I am grateful for having the opportunity to get to know Rep. Carroll. She was my Rep., my friend, and she was my family."

DeCoite continued "I know I have a lot to learn. I am committed to setting forth with an open mind and to do the best for District 13, the people of East Maui, Moloka'i and Lana'i. I am thankful for this opportunity and will not take it for granted."

Representative DeCoite will serve on the House Committee on Finance (FIN) along with the committees on Agriculture (AGR), Economic Development & Business (EDB), Tourism (TUR) and Veterans, Military, & International Affairs, & Culture and the Arts (VMI).

Rep. Lynn DeCoite was born in Honolulu and has lived on Moloka'i since she was four years old. She is a third generation homestead farmer, where she and her three siblings were raised to work hard and live off the land. Rep. DeCoite went to Moloka'i High School and then attended Moloka'i Community College. She is a devoted wife and proud mother of three children.

Rep. DeCoite and her husband Russell, own and operate L&R Farms Enterprises, LLC where they raise the famous Moloka'i purple sweet potato.

Along with being a small business owner DeCoite has a history of community service. She has been involved with the Annual Moloka'i Christmas Parade, the Moloka'i Ag Festival, the Annual Prince Kuhio Day Event and the Moloka'i Annual Charity Walk. She also served as the Parent Teacher Student Organization President for Moloka'i Middle School.

Lynn DeCoite has also served on the Boards for organizations like Lokahi Pacific (from 2004-2012 ) - a housing and small business loan agency, Hikiola Cooperative (2008-2011)- a feed and fertilizer Co-op, Moloka'i Irrigation Advisory Board (2008-2012), the Moloka'i Chamber Foundation (2006-2012), The Moloka'i Planning Commission from (2006-2009). Up until her appointment to the State House of Representatives Lynn served on the Moloka'i Homestead Farmers Alliance (2006-2015), Farm Service Agency (2007-2015) and the Hawaii State Board of Agriculture (2012-2015).

Rep. DeCoite has been engaged in issues and involved at both the Maui County Council and the State Legislature and advocated for the people of Hawaii for many years. She has participated in various working groups including the Maui Water Community Working Group and the Moloka'i Workforce Development Agricultural Working Group. She was instrumental in having Moloka'i Irrigation System audited and lobbying for it to have the necessary funds to fix the system so that farmers can continue to farm.

"I am committed to keep my ears open and am willing to listen and work with EVERYONE to make the State of Hawai'i a better place for all of its people." Rep. DeCoite said in closing.

Representative Lynn DeCoite serves House District 13 which includes the areas of Haiku, Hana, Kaupo, Kipahulu, Nahiku, Paia, Kahoolawe, Molokini, Lanai and Moloka'i. View full article