HRI Laie

05/05/2026

Information from the LCA about the May 13, 2026 City Council hearing related to funding for Laie flood mitigation. To date, the City and HRI have committed to fund the study of a federal flood control project for Wailele stream, and a required update. For more information, please see our posts from March 14, 2024 and February 15, 2023.

04/29/2026

04/29/2026

Lā‘ie Rebuild O‘ahu – Community Event

If your property was impacted by recent storms, help is on the way. Join us in Lā‘ie for a resource fair designed to support recovery and rebuilding efforts.

> May 2, 2026
> 9 AM – 1 PM
> Lā‘ie Hawai‘i Stake Center

Connect with local agencies, get expert guidance, and access resources to help rebuild your home or business.

One community. One ‘ohana. Rebuilding together.

More at honolulu.gov/dpp

04/07/2026

HIRING - ACCOUNTANT

HRI is hiring for the Accountant full-time regular position with a starting annual pay range of $55,600-$65,000, depending on experience. Includes a full benefits package (health insurance, 401k matching, and so on) -- please see the flyer in the first comment below for more details, and job summary. Share with family and friends, applications must be submitted directly to HRI to be valid.

04/02/2026

STORM FLOOD RECOVERY RESOURCES

Along with residents islandwide, many Laie community members suffered devastating damage to their homes from the Kona Low Storm flooding on the morning of Friday, March 20th. In the aftermath, numerous individuals and groups, including the Laie Community Association (LCA), church units, local businesses and non-profits, and others, organized to provide incredible volunteer service in our community to assist those in need.

At HRI, we have been directing non-profit organization resources to the LCA, and we’re working with the community association and ecclesiastical leaders to provide temporary housing to Laie families most impacted.

Additional resources are now available from the City & County of Honolulu (City) to assist Oahu residents as they recover from flood damage:

1. OneOahu Website - a City site that offers help regarding clean up, recovery and sourcing assistance for those who experienced loss and damages: www.oneoahu.org/

2. Property Tax - residents may apply for a remission of property tax, which reduces City taxes owed on buildings and land: https://realproperty.honolulu.gov/.../file-a-remission.../

3. Permitting - some emergency repair work needed due to the recent Kona Low Storm may begin immediately without a City building permit, subject to specific safety requirements. FAQs: https://www.honolulu.gov/dpp/dpp-storm-response-faqs/

Please share this information with family, friends and neighbors who were impacted by the flooding.

09/11/2025

HIRING - VICE-PRESIDENT, PROJECTS & OPERATIONS

HRI is hiring for one of its key management positions, Vice-President of Projects & Operations. Salary is commensurate with candidate experience and qualifications, and compensation includes a full benefits package. Please see the flyer in the first comment below for job summary and benefits, and share with family and friends. Applications must be submitted directly to HRI to be valid.

09/05/2025

LAIE WATER COMPANY SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH AQUA ENGINEERS

Laie Water Company, Inc. (LWC) and Aqua Engineers, Inc. are pleased to announce that they have signed a Purchase Agreement for the sale of LWC’s potable water system to Aqua Engineers. The agreement starts a review and approval process that will take several months to complete.

R. Eric Beaver, President & CEO of Hawaii Reserves, Inc. (HRI) and LWC, said, “Aqua Engineers currently operates 15 water systems in Hawaii, is locally owned, and has an excellent performance record spanning over 40 years.” He added, “We are confident that Aqua Engineers will continue to provide the residents and institutions of Laie with safe, reliable drinking water as Laie Water Company has done for decades, and this transfer will strengthen HRI’s ability to focus on its core property management business.” See the information below for additional information about Aqua Engineers. Water rates are not expected to change as a result of the proposed sale.

David Paul, Chairman of the Board and President & CEO of Aqua Engineers, commented, “The LWC water system is a great match for our business model and local operations team. We appreciate the opportunity to serve and support the Laie community.”

The signing of the Purchase Agreement initiates a due diligence period of about two months for Aqua's review of the system. Once the review period is complete, and assuming the sale continues, the parties will then file a request to the Public Utilities Commission for approval of the sale.

More about Laie Water Company, Inc.

A subsidiary of HRI, Laie Water Company, Inc. currently provides potable water to over 700 customers in the Laie community and has been serving this community for over 30 years. Water is provided daily from underground basal aquifers through water lines, water meters and fire hydrants maintained by LWC. For more information, go to: www.hrihelp.com/laie-water-company

More about Aqua Engineers, Inc.

Aqua Engineers, Inc. has a long and exceptional record for providing high quality water and wastewater services in Hawaii. Celebrating 40 years of planned company growth and diversification, it has developed a reputation for providing a broad spectrum of services, while still maintaining high standards for quality and customer service. In 2006, the four founders sold the company to its employees through an Employee Stock Ownership Trust, making it a 100% Hawaii based employee-owned company. The award winning, full-service company is now serving over 30 wastewater systems, 15 water systems and 70 stations statewide. For more information, go to: www.aquaengineers.com

08/01/2025

HIRING - PROPERTY MAINTENANCE (TEMP)

HRI is hiring for the Property Building Maintenance temporary, full-time position. Hourly pay rate starts at $24.00. Please see the flyer in the first comment below for job summary and requirements information. Share with family and friends, applications must be submitted directly to HRI to be valid.

07/30/2025

EVACUATION AREAS IN / NEAR LAIE

*Update: Cackle Fresh warehouse location is also open as a tsunami evacuation site.

Map screenshot from BYU-Hawaii emergency website pamplet:
https://safety.byuh.edu/tsunami-procedures

07/11/2025

HRI SUMMER JAM NEXT FRIDAY!

Come enjoy an evening of free entertainment including:
🔹Inflatable rides and rock climbing
🔹Music with Kapena, Touch of Gold and others
🔹Laughs with Da Braddahs
🔹Friday July 18th, 6PM-10PM
🔹Laie Shopping Center, parking is limited

See you next Friday!

03/12/2025

HIRING - LINE TECHNICIAN FOR WATER SYSTEM

HRI is hiring for the Line Maintenance Technician 2 In Training position. Hourly pay rate starts at $28.50 and includes a full benefits package, including health insurance, 401k matching, etc. Please see the flyer in the first comment below for job summary and benefits information. Share with family and friends, applications must be submitted directly to HRI to be valid.