Gregory and Ozawa to Compete for District 4 Seat
The Honolulu City Council candidates will face off in the general election on November 3, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in City Hall
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Business owner Tara Malia Gregory and attorney Trevor Ozawa are set to face off in the general election for the Honolulu City Council District 4 seat on November 3, 2026. The candidates are competing for the council seat formerly held by Tommy Waters.
Why it matters
This race determines the representation for District 4 on the Honolulu City Council, following the departure of the previous council member. It presents voters with a choice between a business owner and an attorney with prior council experience.
A state audit on kauhale reached a total cost of $13.7 million. The scope of oversight for such municipal expenditures remains a subject of public scrutiny as the candidates approach the November 3 general election.
The players
Tara Malia Gregory
She is a business owner who qualified for the ballot following a successful State Supreme Court challenge.
Trevor Ozawa
He is an attorney who previously served one term as a member of the Honolulu City Council.
Tommy Waters
He is the former occupant of the Honolulu City Council seat for District 4.
The details
Tara Malia Gregory, who is a business owner, successfully argued a case before the State Supreme Court to qualify for the ballot after writing her own legal brief. Her opponent, Trevor Ozawa, is an attorney who previously served one term on the Honolulu City Council.
Timeline
The general election for the Honolulu City Council District 4 seat is scheduled for November 3, 2026.
Political Context
This election follows the application of the Hawaii State Supreme Court election qualification standards. The race marks a departure from traditional ballot access procedures after Gregory successfully challenged her qualification status through the court.
The outcome of this election will determine who represents District 4 interests regarding municipal policy and future city budget allocations. Voters will directly influence the legislative agenda for the area for the upcoming term.
The takeaway
Voters should prepare to head to the polls on November 3 to select their new representative for the Honolulu City Council. Engaging with the candidates' positions on municipal audits and local policy is essential before casting a ballot.
What happens next
The general election for the Honolulu City Council District 4 seat will take place on November 3, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local government proceedings on the City Hall section page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KHON2.
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