Newsletter - Vol. 18 No. 1 Jan - Jun 2026
We would like to inform you that the Labor Unity Picnic has bee cancelled due to the potential for severe weather conditions approaching the state in the coming weeks.
The safety and well-being of everyone is our top priority.
We appreciate your understanding regarding this cancellation.
A New Era of Training: New Training Facility Opening Soon
The new Training Facility will be ready for its first classes in Fall 2026. This major investment reflects our commitment to providing ongoing, long-term support for both Apprentices and Journeymen as they advance in their careers.
Read MoreBusiness Manager’s Message | Sam Barrett Jr.
Aloha Members,
Construction of the new Training Facility is nearly complete. The Training Office will be ready for Fall 2026 classes. The next phase of the project, Union Hall will be
underway soon.
Organizing Updates
Welcoming Our New Apprentices
Read MoreAnnuity Update
The PAMCAH-UA Local 675 Trust Fund Office recently distributed the Fiscal Year End 2025 Annuity Statements, reporting a positive net investment return of approximately 10.8% as of July 31, 2025. Leaving money in your annuity account allows it to grow through compounding returns, helping to maximize your retirement savings. Early withdrawals not only reduce future earnings but may also result in taxes and penalties. While Local 675 offers generous retirement benefits, it’s essential to plan ahead and supplement your annuity with additional sources of retirement income to ensure that you have adequate savings for retirement.
PIPELINE TO THE PLUMBERS UNION
CONNECTING THE NEXT GENERATION TO THE TRADES
Twelve Students from Aiea, Mililani, Waialua, Kailua, Leilehua, and Pearl City High Schools spent their Spring Break exploring future career paths through the 3rd Annual Pipeline Program, held March 16–20, 2026. Throughout the week, students participated in hands-on training, learned practical skills, and gained exposure to careers in the Plumbing & Pipefitting trades.
Read More60TH ANNUAL APPRENTICESHIP GRADUATION DINNER
The 60th Apprenticeship Graduation Ceremony and
Dinner was held on June 27, 2026, at the Hilton Hawaiian
Village to honor the 54 graduates of the Fall 2025 and
Spring 2026 classes.
Master of Ceremonies and Head Training Coordinator,
Dean Kobashigawa, acknowledged the graduates’
commitment and dedication throughout their
apprenticeship training.
Plumbers & Fitters UA Local 675 Endorsements 2026 Hawai`i Primary Elections, Saturday August 8th
Primary Election Day is almost here. Absentee ballots should be hitting your mailboxes around mid July, and it’s more important than ever to make sure your voices are heard. Our country is celebrating 250 years of existence as a representative democracy, and every day that goes by brings new challenges that test the very principles that America was founded on, and which sets us apart.
Read MoreContractor Corner
- Air Central LLC
- Furuta Plumbing
- Honolulu Fire Protection
Member Spotlight
Ryan Takahashi
Read MoreMembers On the Job
Read MoreShow Us What You’re Proud Of!
Have a great hunting or fishing photo? Maybe you caught a big fish, harvested a trophy animal, or have another accomplishment you’re proud of. We’d love to feature it in our newsletter! Send us your photos along with your name and a short description.
Email: wendy@hilocal675.comIn Memoriam
Heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the families of deceased members.
Arthur M. Hoomalu - 4/13/2026
Glenn Omura - 4/8/2026
George Mahelona - . 3/30/2026
John Curran - 3/26/2026
Kenneth Nishibata - 3/26/2026
Patrick Kanekoa - 3/17/2026
George Ikeda - 3/14/2026
Edward Nakata - 3/9/2026
Wayne S. Fujihara - 3/3/2026
Melvin Tokunaga - 3/2/2026
Stanley Endo - 2/19/2026
Clarence Preston Jr - 2/16/2026
Derwin N. Matsukawa - 1/20/2026
Joseph Fune Jr - 1/18/2026
Seihan Tamashiro - 1/13/2026
Robert Lewis - 1/8/2026
Kazuaki Miyashita - 1/7/2026
Charles Rosa - 1/3/2026
Alvin Lau - 9/7/2025