ABOUT TOM

As a local resident of Maui County since 1971, I feel honored to have this opportunity to campaign to sit as a member of the Maui County Council.  Over the past 50+ years, I have raised my family on Maui in what I believe is so unique to our world and that is the culture and true island values we all embody which is – to aloha, to mālama (take care) and, to be stewards of our precious island that we all call home.  Growing up and working my life throughout our Maui communities, I have gained a deeper aloha, understanding, and connection to our island home, our people, and the challenges we all face as residents of Maui County.

Understanding the importance of addressing these challenges and finding tangible solutions is what has driven me to run to be your South Maui Council Member.  As a father, grandfather, and mentor to our next generation, I feel called to not only strive to make changes in our community but driven to build our communities, find solutions, and most importantly, work together for the betterment of our future keiki and generations of Maui.

Photo collage of Tom and his family, children, close friends, and supporters!

Why Vote for Tom Cook?

His lifestyle and mindset as a Maui resident.

Raising his family on Maui, he and his family lived a simple and humble life off the grid for 35 years by farming and ranching as a means of being stewards of our island’s resources. 

Through his lifestyle, Tom learned the value of sustainability and how to make practical decisions on what is best for the greater good of our island and community over what is best for a select few. 

In his career, Tom has worked as an accomplished Maui journeymen carpenter, mason, and structural concrete worker, which also furthered him to become one of Maui’s General Contractors for over 25+ years. 

During these years, Tom was contracted to build affordable homes in Waiohuli, install Solar PV canopies, as well as design and build residential single and multifamily homes throughout Maui County. 

His life as a community member and leader.

Tom presently serves and has served on several boards, associations, and organizations.

Tom currently sits on the County Administration as our Community Liaison.

●      Maui General Plan Advisory Committee

●      Salvation Army Advisory Board

●      Maui Contractors Association

●      Soil Conservation

●      Waldorf Haleakala School (Past President)

●      Construction Industry of Maui (Past Chair)

●      Maui Nui Affordable Housing Task Force

●      High School Internship & Mentoring Programs

His heart and commitment to our community.

Tom’s stand for building a better Maui is built on 50+ years of experience, skills, hardworking attributes, dedication, and most of all, his commitment to:

  • Generational Housing for our families to afford and live for generations to come

  • Sustainable Land-Use by means of working together to develop sustainable solutions for our food, our shelter and sustainable energy to preserve our island home and maintain our island life.

  • Preserving our island home by establishing a balance of diversifying our economy while still preserving our island home.

Tom and his Wife, Hee Kyung and their children.

Tom with his children & grandchildren

Tom with his son and daughter,
Kama Lei and Alanna