Radiant Cordero

District 7 Councilmember
Council Floor Leader
Current Term: 2021-2025 | Serving Since: Jan. 2, 2021

Kapālama Kai, Kalihi Kai, Kahauiki, Mauliola (Sand Island), Moku Mokauea, Moanalua, Āliapa'akai (Salt Lake), Māpunapuna, Ahua (Airport), Āliamanu, Kapūkakī (Red Hill), Kapuaikaula (Hickam), Moku'ume'ume (Ford Island), Hālawa, 'Aiea, Kalauao, and Waimalu Kai. 

Radiant has dedicated her career to her community through various roles in nonprofits, journalism, and local government. While in school, she worked for Abilities Unlimited – Winners at Work, working with persons with disabilities on job training and retention and ClubCharm, USA, working with keiki on leadership development and even filling the void during Furlough Fridays. After graduating with her Bachelor’s degrees, she served as a legislative aide at the Office of the Vice Speaker of the House of Representatives, while still serving at the nonprofits and taking on two additional front desk jobs at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel and Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. She also served as assistant editor for the Fil-Am Courier, a (Hawai‘i’s leading and longest running Filipino publication). Radiant previously served as chief of staff to Honolulu City Councilmember Joey Manahan of District 7, where she worked on many issues related to homelessness, public safety, critical infrastructure, city budget, transportation, and fighting for county resources at the State Legislature. She is a tireless advocate for the community that she has called home for her entire life and has been shaped into the servant leader she is today by the people and culture within it.

Committees

Budget, Chair

Executive Matters and Legal Affairs, Vice Chair

Transportation, Vice Chair

Planning and the Economy, Vice Chair

Zoning

Parks, Enterprise Services and Culture and the Arts

Executive Management

Bills and Resolutions Introduced by Councilmember Radiant Cordero

Measure No.TitleIntroducerDate of IntroductionCommittee(s)
RES23-001RELATING TO THE REPROGRAMMING OF EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS PROGRAM FUNDS AND AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU’S TWENTY-SIXTH (26TH) YEAR ACTION PLAN.RADIANT CORDEROJanuary 4, 2023BUDGET (BUD) 1
RES22-294RELATING TO THE OFFICERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.ESTHER KIAʻĀINA, RADIANT CORDERODec 28, 2022COUNCIL (CCL)
BILL062(22)RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY TAXATION.RADIANT CORDERODec 28, 2022BUDGET (BUD)
RES22-287REQUESTING THE CITY CLERK TO ESTABLISH FOUR ADDITIONAL VOTER SERVICE CENTERS FOR THE 2024 ELECTIONS.RADIANT CORDERODec 8, 2022EXECUTIVE MATTERS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS (EMLA)
RES22-281REQUESTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO PROVIDE AN UPDATE ON THE STATUS OF THE TRANSIT CONSTRUCTION MITIGATION FUND AND PROGRAM.RADIANT CORDERONov 30, 2022TRANSPORTATION (TRANS)
RES22-127APPROVING THE 2022 RECOVERY PLAN OF THE HONOLULU AUTHORITY FOR RAPID TRANSPORTATION TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION.RADIANT CORDERO - By RequestMay 18, 2022TRANSPORTATION, SUSTAINABILITY AND HEALTH (TSH)
RES22-126REQUESTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO PROVIDE THE COUNCIL WITH A MONTHLY REPORT DETAILING THE CITY’S USE OF FEDERAL CORONAVIRUS AID, RELIEF, AND ECONOMIC SECURITY ACT FUNDING AND AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT FUNDING.RADIANT CORDEROMay 18, 2022HOUSING AND THE ECONOMY (HECON)
RES22-071URGING THE BOARD OF WATER SUPPLY, IN LIGHT OF THE RED HILL CRISIS AND ITS IMPACT ON EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS, TO PURSUE THE USE OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT FUNDS TO PLAN, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCT CRITICAL WATER INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS TO ADDRESS HONOLULU'S LIMITED AND THREATENED WATER RESOURCES.BRANDON ELEFANTE, RADIANT CORDEROMar 29, 2022TRANSPORTATION. SUSTAINABILITY AND HEALTH (TSH)
RES22-054REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES TO IMPROVE PUBLIC NOTIFICATION PROCEDURES FOR CLOSURES OF CITY STREETS.RADIANT CORDEROMar 15, 2022TRANSPORTATION. SUSTAINABILITY AND HEALTH (TSH)
BILL048(21),CD2RELATING TO UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS.RADIANT CORDERO, TOMMY WATERS Dec 1, 2021TRANSPORTATION, SUSTAINABILITY AND HEALTH (TSH)
RES21-251URGING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION, BUSINESSES, AND NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO UPDATE THEIR POLICIES AND PROCEDURES TO PROVIDE FOR THE EXPANSION OF TELEWORK OPPORTUNITIES, INCLUDING THE OPTION FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES TO TELEWORK PERMANENTLY.BRANDON ELEFANTE, RADIANT CORDEROOct 21, 2021TRANSPORTATION. SUSTAINABILITY AND HEALTH (TSH)
RES21-230ACCEPTING A GIFT TO THE CITY FROM TECHCONNECT OF TWO REGISTRATIONS VALUED AT $2,000 FOR A COUNCILMEMBER AND A LEGISLATIVE AIDE TO ACCESS AND PARTICIPATE IN THE SMART CITIES CONNECT CONFERENCE AND EXPO TO BE HELD AT NATIONAL HARBOR, MARYLAND, FROM OCTOBER 19-21, 2021.RADIANT CORDEROSep 30, 2021COUNCIL (CCL)
RES21-229REQUESTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO WORK WITH THE COUNCIL TO ESTABLISH A BENCHMARKING PROGRAM TO INCREASE THE EFFICIENCY AND RESILIENCY OF COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS ON OʻAHU.RADIANT CORDEROSep 30, 2021COUNCIL (CCL)
RES21-214RELATING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF ARUSHI KUMAR AS THE CITY AUDITOR.RADIANT CORDERO, CALVIN K.Y. SAYSep 15, 2021BUDGET (BUD)
RES21-160RELATING TO QUALIFICATIONS FOR, AND AN APPOINTMENT TO, THE HONOLULU AUTHORITY FOR RAPID TRANSPORTATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS.RADIANT CORDEROJul 14, 2021TRANSPORTATION. SUSTAINABILITY AND HEALTH (TSH)
RES21-155URGING THE PRESIDENT, CONGRESS, AND THE UNITED STATES SECRETARY OF EDUCATION TO CANCEL FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN DEBT.BRANDON ELEFANTE, RADIANT CORDEROJul 2, 2021BUDGET (BUD)
RES21-131REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION TO AMEND ITS RULES AND REGULATIONS TO REQUIRE A MINIMUM PERCENTAGE OF THE TOTAL PRODUCE AND OTHER DESIGNATED PRODUCTS OFFERED FOR SALE AT THE PEOPLE’S OPEN MARKETS TO HAVE BEEN LOCALLY GROWN, CAUGHT, OR CULTIVATED.RADIANT CORDEROJun 2, 2021PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES (PCS)
BILL031(21)RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY TAXATION.RADIANT CORDEROMay 27, 2021BUDGET (BUD)
BILL026(21),CD2RELATING TO FEES.RADIANT CORDEROMay 12, 2021BUDGET (BUD)
RES21-100URGING THE STATE OF HAWAII AND THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO DISAGGREGATE RACIAL DATA COLLECTION AND REPORTING BEYOND FEDERAL MINIMUM STANDARDS.RADIANT CORDERO, ESTHER KIAʻĀINAApr 19, 2021TRANSPORTATION. SUSTAINABILITY AND HEALTH (TSH)
BILL020(21)RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY TAXATION.RADIANT CORDEROApr 6, 2021BUDGET (BUD)
RES21-088REQUESTING THE MAYOR, THE MANAGING DIRECTOR, OR THE MAYOR'S OFFICE OF ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION TO PROVIDE THE COUNCIL WITH MONTHLY LINE-ITEM REPORTS OF THE CITY'S EXPENDITURES AND DISBURSEMENTS OF FEDERAL CORONAVIRUS AID, RELIEF, AND ECONOMIC SECURITY ("CARES") ACT FUNDING AND AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT FUNDING.RADIANT CORDEROApr 1, 2021HOUSING AND THE ECONOMY (HECON)
RES21-052*ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL AUDITOR SEARCH COMMITTEE AND APPOINTING MEMBERS THEREOF.TOMMY WATERSFeb 24, 2021BUDGET (BUD)
*This resolution appointed Councilmember Cordero to the Special Auditor Search Committee.
RES21-050REQUESTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO SUPPORT A FEMINIST-BASED CITY COVID-19 ECONOMIC RECOVERY PLAN.RADIANT CORDEROFeb 23, 2021HOUSING AND THE ECONOMY (HECON)
RES21-029RENAMING ALIAMANU NEIGHBORHOOD PARK TO “CONNIE CHUN ALIAMANU NEIGHBORHOOD PARK."RADIANT CORDEROJan 22, 2021PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES (PCS)

Community Corner

Salt Lake

Latest Update as of February 6, 2024:

Construction hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Access to residences and businesses will be maintained, however there may be some delays. Police officers and traffic controls will be in place to assist motorists. Please observe all traffic signs, anticipate/plan for possible delays, and drive with caution.

Image from https://www.saltlakewidening.com/

Please visit the Salt Lake Boulevard Widening Project website for more information.

Kalihi

Construction Notice: Dillingham Blvd/Kohou St

Construction Notice: Kamehameha Highway Eastbound Closed between Laumaka Street and Middle Street

Latest Update as of February 2024:

Beginning of November 2023, the project work zone will be shifted to the makai side of Dillingham Boulevard, from Middle Street to Mokauea Street. The travel lanes will be on the mauka side of Kamehameha Highway and Dillingham Boulevard, and the work zone will be on the makai side. All traffic rules remain the same, such as the left turn restriction from and onto Kamehameha Highway and Dillingham Boulevard (except from intersections), one east and one west-bound travel lane, etc.

The Dillingham Utilities Relocation project extends from Middle Street to Ka'aahi Street, on Kamehameha Highway and Dillingham Boulevard. Please continue to be mindful when traveling along and around the work zone area. Always abide by and be aware of all signage and coning, and please:

Image from https://www.saltlakewidening.com/ Please visit the Salt Lake Boulevard Widening Project website for more information.

  • Do not take the restricted left turns off of Kamehameha Highway and Dillingham Boulevard.
  • Observe the bus-dedicated lanes. The bus-dedicated lanes allow buses to service passengers while allowing through-traffic to continue.
  • Do not cross through the work zone area to access bus stops or other areas near the work zone. Please use the open sidewalks and pedestrian-designated zones.
  • Do not enter private driveways or take U-turns to access Kamehameha Highway or Dillingham Boulevard.
  • Plan for delays and travel detours by leaving a few minutes earlier.

Please visit the Nan, Inc. website for general updates and to attend the bi-monthly Business & Community meeting. If you have any questions, you may email ccur4@nanhawaii.com

 

Get in Touch

(808) 768-5007
rcordero@honolulu.gov

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Expenditure Reports

Travel Reports

Councilmember Travel

Event

Staff Travel

Event Name

2023 Mpact Mobility Transit & Community Conference Dinna Schwiering
November 5-8, 2023