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WASTE MANAGEMENT OF HAWAII TO SPONSOR NEW ALOHA FESTIVALS EVENT IN KAPOLEI

Sept. 15 Event to Feature Local Artists, Ethnic Foods, Fun Keiki Activities

Kapolei, Hawaii – Aug. 20, 2007 – Waste Management of Hawaii announced today its sponsorship of the newly created “Kapolei Mele”, a recent addition to the Aloha Festivals activities on Oahu. The event will be held in the heart of Kapolei at the Kapolei District Park. Residents and visitors can enjoy the celebration with a variety of featured local artists, ethnic foods, arts and crafts, and activities for the keiki.

“Mahalo to Waste Management of Hawaii for becoming an Ali‘i Sponsor of our new Kapolei Mele,” said Charlian Wright, executive director of Aloha Festivals. “We rely heavily on corporate sponsorships to help make the event a success which helps foster the Aloha Spirit through the preservation of Hawaiian culture and the perpetuation of the diverse customs and traditions of Hawaii.”

“We’re delighted to support such a positive event and commend Mayor Hannemann for having the foresight to bring this beautiful celebration to Kapolei,” said Dave Jappert, general manager of Waste Management of Hawaii.

Aloha Festival provides colorful entertainment and cultural activities for little or no cost to nurture a deeper understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian history and tradition in both locals and visitors. These events, which include spiritual investitures, melodious song competitions and floral parades, give people the opportunity to not only enjoy Hawaiian culture, but to participate in it. Please visit www.alohafestivals.com for more information.

Waste Management of Hawaii operates Waimanalo Gulch, West Hawaii and Kekaha Landfills as an integral part of each county’s solid waste management infrastructure. The facilities handle municipal solid waste, which is heavily regulated, monitored and controlled by local, state and federal government agencies. In addition to its community contributions and significant volunteer efforts, Waste Management of Hawaii provides a benefit to the local economy of nearly $2.9 million annually. For more information of how we “think green,” visit www.keepinghawaiiclean.com.


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