During his induction ceremony on Saturday, former television executive and first-time politician Rick Blangiardi said he is committed to leading with integrity.
After taking oath of office as mayor, Blangiardi warns road ahead wonât be easy
After taking oath of office as mayor, Blangiardi warns road ahead âis not going to be easyâ By HNN Staff | January 2, 2021 at 8:30 AM HST - Updated January 3 at 11:53 AM
HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - Rick Blangiardi was sworn in Saturday as Honoluluâs 15th mayor, taking over the reins at city hall as Oahu grapples with ongoing health and economic crises.
âThis is not going to be an easy road. This is going to be a lot of work,â Blangiardi said, in remarks to his cabinet members after taking the oath of office. âWeâve made no small plans and we know the challenges ahead of us will be as great as anyone has ever faced. I look forward to what weâre going to create.â