Lakea C.A.K. Tjomsland, Oahu

Unit 3

Why are you running for office?

I have been an advocate for HGEA and Unit 3 members for more than 16 years. I am not afraid to ask the hard questions or take action. I will continue to preserve and strengthen member rights and benefits. I will work to communicate and keep members informed.


What are your goals?

  1. Strengthen and grow membership.
  2. Preserve and strengthen member rights, benefits and wages through collective bargaining, legislative advocacy and political action.
  3. Facilitate more communication from the state board to membership.

Background:

  • Unit 3 State Board director, 2019-2021/2021-2023
  • Unit 3 Negotiations Committee, 2018-present
  • Member Benefits Committee, 2017-2023
  • Oahu Island Division vice chair, 2017-2019
  • Elections Committee member, 2014-2017
  • HPD Agency Council chair, 2011-present
  • HGEA General Assembly member: 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, 2024
  • Unit 3 delegate, 2007-present
  • Steward for more than 16 years
  • HGEA member since 1999