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Aloha Owners,

Please see below to information that is contained in the SPLIT AIR CONDITIONER POLICY attached in this email.

Split Air Conditioner Installation Amnesty Policy APPROVED 4.14.22

Mahalo

AOAO Office

Aloha

Please see below for a BILL 41 Waikiki Banyan News Bulletin:  By Bob Newell, President, with editorial input from Cathy Panizzi, Secretary and Mo Schreiber, Treasurer

On Wednesday Bill 41 passed 3rd and final reading at the Honolulu City Council by a vote of 8-1. The Bill now goes to Mayor Blangiardi for signature, a virtual certainty. After that, the Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) will have 180 days to come up with an implementation plan and rules. The Bill will then take effect.

41pass 4.13.22 Waikiki Banyan News Bulletin

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AOAO Office

Aloha Waikiki Banyan

Please enjoy the updated from our General Manager – Jack Johnson.

GM Report – March 2022

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AOAO Office Administration.

Aloha

Please find attached a Major Projects Update from our General Manager.

Major Projects update 29 Nov 2021

Mahalo – AOAO Administration Office

Aloha

Please find below the most recent update of House Rules on Section 5.  This was approved at the last Board Meeting – 14 Oct 2021

HOUSE RULES UPDATED Section 5, 

5.1. VEHICLE DEFINITION.  For purposes of this Article, “vehicle” means automobile, van, truck, motorcycle, motorbike (moped), bicycle and other similar transportation device.  Powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters are not considered vehicles under this Article.

5.2. VEHICLE OPERATION.  The vehicle speed limit on the premises is 5 mph.  Drivers must observe all posted traffic signs, exercise extreme care for the safety of pedestrians, and operate their vehicles responsibly and quietly, so as not to cause hazard or nuisance.  Vehicles that are not operated in accord with Association House Rules and posted regulations may be prohibited from entering and parking on the premises.

5.3. VEHICLE CONDITION.  All vehicles on the premises shall be in lawful operating condition with current license and safety inspection sticker and the vehicle owner shall provide proof of ownership and of insurance if requested by Security or Management.  Documentation must be provided if license plates are surrendered to Honolulu Police Department.

5.4. PARKING.  Parking stalls are unassigned and may not be reserved with the exception of handicap, loading zone, and visitor parking.  All […]

Aloha

We often receive owner inquires about the AOAO insurance coverage, incident reporting and claims policy.

As such, we’ve worked up the attached document to provide to owners.

INSURANCE CLAIMS POLICY

Aloha,

Please find attached a Waikiki Banyan Major Projects Update from our General Manager.

Waikiki Banyan Major Projects Update – 06-17-21

Mahalo – AOAO Administration Office

2/1/2021

Aloha,

Please see below for Waikiki Banyan painting update for Tower 1 hallways.

Paint Notice Elevator 01Feb21

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Aloha,

Please see below for Waikiki Banyan Updates on our current and upcoming major projects.

Waikiki Banyan Major Projects Update – 1-26-21

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AOAO Management Staf

Aloha,

The Annual parking passes for 2021 have arrived. The new passes will be effective on January 1, 2021. Please do not use the 2021 passes before 01/01/21 and continue to use the 2020 passes until 12/31/20.

Each owner is entitled to one (1) parking pass for each apartment owned. We do not offer additional annual passes for purchase. If you need additional parking spaces, monthly parking is available for purchase in the Security Office. Control of the parking pass is the unit owner’s responsibility. You may assign your pass to your tenant, rental agent, or a designated person for pickup; however, we must have your personally signed authorization before we will give a pass to anyone but you.

The passes will be available to pick up beginning Wednesday, December 16th in the Admin Office on the 3rd floor in Tower 2 during our office hours between 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

To assign your parking pass, please fill out and sign the Annual Parking Pass Authorization and mail or email it to the Admin Office.

If there are any agents who are picking up parking passes in bulk, please email a unit list to myself, blaine@waikikibanyan.org to expedite the pickup process.

The initial 

Aloha,

The pool will now be open, with no limit to the amount of people, if physical distancing guidelines are adhered to and no one is gathering in groups larger than 5. Masks are required to use on common areas unless swimming in the pool.

Reservations will no longer be needed. However, each person OR the head of household (if a family unit) is required to sign the waiver register in the Security office on the 1st floor in Tower 2 for contact tracing purposes. Each person must read the liability waiver – and by signing the register – that will serve as acknowledgement they agree to and understand the waiver.

The pool/jacuzzi will be operating with normal hours from 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. and the Sauna will also be open following the same conditions of no more than 5 individuals at one time from 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

The men’s sauna is currently under construction due to the exposure of the pipes that was needed to be replaced behind it. Therefore, only the women’s sauna is open at this time. The men’s and women’ showers are now open.

Mahalo,
AOAO Management Staff

Aloha,

Please see below schedule for T1, Special Units Schedule. Demo must be completed by the demo date listed on the schedule to avoid any delays. It is highly recommended that the units listed be vacant especially for the units ending in 04/06 due to the extensive work that needs to be completed during the workday. The 04/06 stack will require the removal of the Vanity, Vanity Wall, Shower Wet Wall and Toilets to access the pipes for replacements. Therefore, it will not be functional during the project timeframe of the unit dates listed.

T1 Phase 2 Complete (as of 11.06.20)

T1-04&06, T2-03&05 Elevator Units

Mahalo,
AOAO Management Staff

Aloha,
 
Due to the spalling work that needs to be done around the bicycle area, we are asking everyone who has bicycles in the 2nd floor cage to register in the Admin office. We have created a new registration sticker to be placed on the bicycle that will need to be renewed yearly.
 
Please register by November 13 or call the Admin office to advise us if you are unable to register in person and have a bicycle in the cage.  We will be removing unregistered bicycles from the cage thereafter into another location.
 
Mahalo,
AOAO Management Staff

Aloha,

We have discovered that, due to the hot water return line configuration, the hot water pumps are required to be off for the building during the pipe project, M-F, 7 am until 4 pm, and will be restored at the end of each work day.

In an effort to circulate the hot water faster, please run the hot water faucet for a few minutes to allow time for the hot water to circulate throughout the building at the end of each day. The low zone (16^th floor and below) cold water will continue to be on from this point forward throughout the day.

We apologize for any confusion this may have created and thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we continue to explore ways to by-pass and allow for hot water to the low zone units.

T1 DV Line Project Water Shut Off  (Revised 10.28.20)

Mahalo,

AOAO Management Staff

Aloha Owners,

Please see below Notice regarding information on the 2021 Annual Meeting.

2021 Notice of Intent

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AOAO Management Staff

Aloha,

Please see below for more information on building updates.

Manager Update 10.8.2020

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AOAO Management Staff

Aloha,

In accordance to the Major’s latest emergency order effective immediately, we will be limiting the pool reservations to 5 people per time slot and 2 people per jacuzzi timeslot. The sauna, shower room, playground and seating area will be closed until further notice.

For more information on the Mayor’s Proclamation, please visit:
http://www.honolulu.gov/mayor/proclamations-orders-and-rules.html

Please continue to wear face coverings while indoors and while outdoors in public spaces and maintain social distancing. Stay safe and be healthy!

Mahalo,
Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha,

This is a reminder that face coverings are required at all times while in common areas as noted in our special COVID-19 House Rules and are subject to fines for each offense. The Mayor has further mandated this Face Coverings Order in the below document:

Emergency_Order_No._2020-19

Order 5: Non-Medical Grade Face Coverings.

All individuals within the City shall wear face coverings while indoors in public spaces,
including, but not limited to enclosed common areas of commercial and residential
buildings.

Mahalo,
Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha,

Be advised that our property is scheduled for our annual Backflow Prevention Tests which will be conducted on Thursday, July 16th from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The Backflow Prevention (Valves) Tests are required to insure the protection of the public water supply (via Board of Water Supply) as required under state regulations and will be done by a certified contractor.

These tests will require a TOTAL shut down of all water for all units of the property in both towers.

The Water Shut Off will affect the Bathrooms, Kitchens and Laundry Rooms. Water may be turned back earlier depending on the duration of the testing. Occupants may contact Security for an update of the Water Shut Off status.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience for these important and required tests. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

T1 Backflow Prevention Test 07.16.20

T2 Backflow Prevention Test 07.16.20

Mahalo,
Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha,

The saunas and shower room on the 6th floor will reopen on Monday, July 13th. The saunas will be open on a reservation basis and will follow the same time slots as the pool. There will be a limit to 2 people per sauna at each time slot. Waivers will still be required to sign in the Security Office on the 1st floor in Tower 2.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha,

As part of our continuing efforts for property improvements, preventative maintenance and general cleaning, we have our Property Exterior Window Cleaning scheduled for both towers from July 7th – July 22nd (weather permitting) between 8:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. Below is the estimated time frame that the window cleaner is expecting to do exterior cleaning:

Tower 1: 7/7 – 7/14
Tower 2: 7/15 – 7/22

Please keep in mind that the window cleaners will be working/cleaning the exterior kitchen and bedroom windows and there will be workers with ropes and equipment on the outside of the units on the building(s) during this process.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.

Mahalo,
Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha,

Our lock out policy will be changing effective July 1, 2020. Should you lose your key or have forgotten your key and are locked out of your unit, please note the following:

During normal posted business hours of Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm (excluding holidays), residents may come to the 3rd floor administration office for assistance, assuming they have given our office a spare key. Resident must provide proof of identity before being issued spare key. After normal business hours, no lock out service is provided.

Residents have the option of:

• Calling their agent (if they have one) to open the door
• Calling a locksmith at residents’ own cost and expense. Additionally, any damage to the premises or duplication of keys will be at the residents’ own cost and expense. Some 24-hour locksmiths are listed here for your convenience:
  • Isle Locksmith 808.650.7776
  • Alii Nui Locksmith 808.913.0156
  • Jose’s Locksmith 808.489.0084
• Installing a shackle lockbox

Thank you for your understanding.

Mahalo,
Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha,

Please see below notice regarding a power outage for Tower 1 electrical maintenance scheduled on Thursday, July 9th from 9:30 a.m – 3:30 p.m.

Power Outage 07.09.20

Mahalo,
Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha,

Please see below for revisions to the Temporary Special COVID-19 House Rules in regards to amount of fines.

Revised Temporary Special COVID-19 House Rule Amendment

Mahalo,
Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Owners,

Please see letter below regarding Board Vacancy for owners who are interested in filling the position.

Board Vacancy Ltr to Owners

Mahalo,
Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha,

The Board of Directors of the Waikiki Banyan has begun to look at a systematic, phased-in approach to reopening the amenities on the 6^th floor, in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines. The first phase will involve reopening of the pool and jacuzzi, with modified hours, beginning Monday, June 1.

Please note the following important details:

• Swimming Pool – Pool will be open for exercise only, via reservations made through the Security department
  • Open Hours: 8am – 6pm
  • Reservations will be taken by Security in 1-hour increments for the following time slots:
    • 8am – 9am
    • 9:30am – 10:30am
    • 11am – 12pm
    • 12:30pm – 1:30pm
    • 2pm – 3pm
    • 3:30pm – 4:30pm
    • 5pm – 6pm
  • No more than (10) people will be allowed to occupy the pool area during each time slot; please ensure you provide all names in your party to Security so they have an accurate accounting of the number of people who will be present during each time slot
  • Seating at pool limited to (10) lounge chairs; residents/guests are required to bring their own towels to completely cover the chairs
  • Our […]

Aloha All,

Please see notice below regarding a power outage for Tower 2 scheduled on Thursday, May 21st from 9:30 a.m – 4:30 p.m.

T2 Power Outage 05.21.20

Mahalo,
Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha All,

There will be a Water Shut Off affecting ALL UNITS in TOWER 2  scheduled for April 30th from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. The Domestic Water Electric Panel needs to be replaced therefore it will be affecting the circulation of the water in the building.

T2 Water Electric Replacement 04.30.20

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha All,

Given the conditions of the statewide stay at home order and in an effort to conserve resources through this unprecedented period, the 6^th floor bathrooms will be closed starting March 23^rd at 6 pm until further notice.

Also, one elevator in each tower will be taken out of service to direct resources in other areas. This too will commence on March 23^rd at 6 pm and will remain in effect until demand warrants placing all elevators back in service. An additional elevator may be removed from service if deemed 3 per building is not essential.

We thank you for your cooperation and patience during this challenging time.

Elevator Etiquette Notice

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha All,

Due to the increase in COVID-19 concerns, the Waikiki Board of Directors have instructed the closure of the Pool & Jacuzzi, Barbeque Grills, Ball Courts, Playground, Showers and Saunas for public health precaution until April 6, at which time the Board will review circumstances and adjust closures accordingly.

The 6th floor recreation deck bathroom facilities will remain open from 8 am until 6 pm.

We apologize for any inconvenience but the health and well being of our residents and visitors are our foremost concern.

Please visit State of Hawaii, Department of Health Website for further information.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha,

Starting February 17th until March 31st the trash chute will be closed for maintenance repairs and replacement.

This will affect only Floors 12th – 37th in TOWER 1.

During this period trash should be taken to the trash room on each affected floor in TIED GARBAGE BAGS.

Please NO LOOSE TRASH.

The trash chutes on floors 6th – 11th will still be open for use.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation.

T1 Trash Chute Replacement Notice

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Orkin is on site at the Waikiki Banyan on the first Wednesday of each month and offers Owners the option for unit pest control treatment for $36.65.

If you’re interested in signing up, please call the Waikiki Banyan Security office at (808) 380-4870 to have your name/unit added to the list. The last day for sign-up is the Monday prior to the first Wednesday of each month.

Payment is via CHECK ONLY (made out to Orkin) and you will need to be available in person to provide access to your unit.

For further questions, contact Evan Alexander, Account Manager at Orkin.

Evan Alexander
Account Manager
Orkin Pest Control
(808) 487-2080 – Office
(808) 517-6499 – Cell
evan.alexander@orkin.com 

Ethan Norland
Pest Control Technician
(808) 953-0720 – Cell

Aloha,

There will be a Fire Alarm Testing conducted on the following dates:

Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Thursday, February 20, 2020

Between the hours of 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Fire Alarm TESTING 02.18.20 – 02.20.20

There will be audible alarms and announcements made while these tests are going on throughout the property.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience and cooperation during these important tests.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

As part of our continuing efforts for property improvements, preventative maintenance and general cleaning, we have our quarterly Property Exterior Window Cleaning for both towers starting December 18th – December 31st (weather permitting) from 8:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m.

Tower 1: 12/18 – 12/23

Tower 2: 12/26 – 12/31

Please keep in mind that the window cleaners will be working/cleaning the exterior kitchen and bedroom windows and there will be workers with ropes and equipment on the outside of the units on the building(s) during this process.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

Please see below letter regarding Notice of Intent to Distribute Proxies for Annual Meeting.

12/2/19 Notice of Intent

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

See attached for flyer regarding Bulky Item Collection. The Association will not be managing any bulky item appointments as residents will need to schedule their own individual appointments. Please contact the Department of Environmental Services at (808) 768-3200, option 0 for any questions relating to this service.

Bulky Item Collection Flyer

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

Be advised that our property is scheduled for our annual Backflow Prevention Tests which will be conducted on Tuesday, July 16th.  The Backflow Prevention (Valves) Tests are required to insure the protection of the public water supply (via Board of Water Supply) as required under state regulations and will be done by a certified contractor.

These tests will require a TOTAL shut down of all water for all units of the property in both towers.  We will do these tests one tower at a time and the water shut off times will be:

• Tower 1: 9:00 a.m. till 11:00 a.m.  T1 Backflow Prevention Test 071619
• Tower 2: 10:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. T2 Backflow Prevention Test 071619

The Water Shut Off will affect the Bathrooms, Kitchens and Laundry Rooms. Water may be turned back earlier depending on the duration of the testing. Occupants may contact Security at 808.922.7172 for an update of the Water Shut Off status.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience for […]

Aloha WB Ohana,

As part of our continuing efforts for property improvements, preventative maintenance and general cleaning, we our quarterly Property Exterior Window Cleaning scheduled for both towers (Tower 2 first) starting on Monday, July 8th through Friday, July 19th (weather permitting) from 8:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m.

Please keep in mind that the window cleaners will be working/cleaning the exterior kitchen and bedroom windows and there will be workers with ropes and equipment on the outside of the units on the building(s) during this process.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

In observance of the King Kamehameha Day Holiday, the AOAO Administration Office will be closed on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 and re-open on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at our regular time of 8:00 a.m. As a reminder, the AOAO Administration Office hours are normally Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m.

If you are in need of any assistance when the Office is closed, please go to the Security Office located in the lobby adjacent to the Tower 2 elevators or you may call 808-922-7172.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

In observance of the Memorial Day Holiday, the AOAO Administration Office will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2019 and re-open on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at our regular time of 8:00 a.m. As a reminder, the AOAO Administration Office hours are normally Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m.

If you are in need of any assistance when the Office is closed, please go to the Security Office located in the lobby adjacent to the Tower 2 elevators or you may call 808-922-7172.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

Be advised that as part of our continuing efforts of preventative maintenance and property improvements, our Annual Pool/Jacuzzis along with the deck area, general cleaning, service, and maintenance project is scheduled to begin at the end of this month.

We will be temporarily closing access and the use of the Swimming Pool and Jacuzzis beginning Monday, May 13^th. Our tentative date to reopen the Swimming Pool is Monday, May 20^th and Monday, May 27^th for the Jacuzzis (weather permitting) upon completion of the scheduled work.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and we appreciate your patience and understanding.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

Effective Saturday, March 9, 2019, the AOAO Administration Office will re-open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.  Normal business hours are Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

If you are in need any assistance when the Office is closed, please go to the Security Office located in the lobby adjacent to the Tower 2 elevators or you may call 808-922-7172.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

In observance of the President’s Day Holiday, the AOAO Administration Office will be closed on Monday, February 18, 2019 and re-open on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at our regular time of 8:00 a.m. As a reminder, the AOAO Administration Office hours are normally Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

If you are in need any assistance when the Office is closed, please go to the Security Office located in the lobby adjacent to the Tower 2 elevators or you may call 808-922-7172.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

As of January 1, 2019,  Hawaiian Telcom has been selected as our new provider for our properties Bulk Cable TV service contract which will now include over 175 Advantage Package HD (High Definition) Cable TV channels, Wi-Fi, and High-Speed Internet for ALL our 876 units. Our previous Bulk Cable TV service agreement with Spectrum has been terminated on December 31, 2018.

For individuals that have not yet scheduled their installation with Hawaiian Telcom, please visit www.hawaiiantel.com/waikikibanyan or call (808) 643-3456.

For 24/7 Technical support, please call (808) 643-6111.

As part of this new Bulk Cable TV, Wi-Fi, and High-Speed Internet service contract, Hawaiian Telcom will be installing in each unit:

• One (1) Set Top Cable Box w/ Remote Control (NOTE: Additional Set Top Box(s) available at cost of $3.00 per month to be paid by unit if requested)
• One (1) Residential Gateway-built with Wi-Fi capabilities (4 port router)
• One (1) Optical Network Terminal (ONT)
• High Speed Internet Service (up to 300 Mbps download and up to 300 Mbps upload on a wired connection)

We thank you for your patience and understanding.  If you have any questions, please let us know.

Mahalo,

Roxanne Manuel
Office Manager

Aloha WB Ohana,

In observance of the New Year’s Holiday, the AOAO Administration Office will be closed on Tuesday, January 1st and re-open on Wednesday, January 2nd at our regular time of 8:00 a.m. On New Year’s Eve, December 31st, the office will be open from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

We would like to remind everyone that any and all fireworks including novelty fireworks are strictly prohibited and not allowed on the property. 

For your enjoyment and to help ring in the new year, there are several fireworks shows and displays that are scheduled around the island including the most spectacular (FREE) fireworks show in Hawaii, just off the coast of Waikiki and is clearly visible from our property.  The countdown to the show starts at 11:55 p.m. on Monday evening and in conjunction to the show which starts at midnight, there will be music choreographed to the fireworks show playing on various local radio stations including FM 94, 95.1, 97.5, 107.9, and AM 690 & 760.

For additional information on other New Year’s Holiday shows and fireworks displays, go to https://www.govisithawaii.com/

If you are in need any assistance when the AOAO Administration Office […]

Aloha WB Ohana,

There will be a Disaster Preparedness Training on November 2, 2018 at the Waikiki Community Center Auditorium for those who are interested. Please register or call 923-1802 for more information.

Disaster Preparedness Training Flyer

Aloha WB Ohana,

Be advised that until a new General Manager is officially hired, the AOAO Administration office located on the 3^rd floor of Tower 2, suite 306 will be temporarily close on Saturdays,  effective October 13, 2018.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience and understanding.

Mahalo,

Gilbert Biaquis

Security/Assistant General Manager

WAIKIKI BANYAN

201 Ohua Avenue, Suite T2-306

Honolulu, Hawaii 96815

Aloha WB Ohana,

In observance of the Columbus Day Holiday, the AOAO Administration Office will be closed on Monday, October 8^th and re-open on Tuesday, October 9^th at our regular time of 8:00 a.m.

As a reminder, the AOAO Administration Office will be open as usual tomorrow on Saturday, October 6^th  from 10:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. and closed on Sunday’s.

If you are in need any assistance when the AOAO Administration Office is closed, please go to the Security Office located in the lobby adjacent to the Tower 2 elevators or you may call 808-922-7172.

Mahalo,

Roxanne T. Manuel
Administrative Assistant
AOAO Waikiki Banyan
201 Ohua Ave. T2-306
Honolulu, HI 96815
(808) 922-7172