Meet Heather Kimball—Your Neighbor, Leader, and Voice for District 1
Heather and her husband, Scott, have called Papaikou home for more than 20 years—raising their family, putting down roots, and working every day to contribute to our island’s future. Their four children all attended Hilo High, and as is the story for many Hawaiʻi kids, three have moved to the mainland. Heather understands firsthand the hopes, challenges, and sacrifices of Hawaiʻi families.
As a three‑term Hawaiʻi County Councilmember and a former Council Chair, Heather has earned the trust of her community by showing up, listening, and delivering. Her work on committees and in the Council’s leadership has focused on housing affordability, fair taxation, sustainable land use, climate resilience, and data-driven land use policy across District 1 and beyond.
Heather’s background as a scientist, educator, and entrepreneur enables her to bring informed, data-driven solutions to local government. She founded a consulting firm that advises on large-scale land planning, carbon mitigation, and climate adaptation policy. Her degrees in biology and environmental science—and ongoing work toward a PhD in public policy—underscore her commitment to evidence-based leadership.
But Heather’s service goes beyond her professional roles. She has volunteered and led in numerous community organizations: paddling coach and longtime board member for Kamehameha Canoe Club; chair of the Hawaiʻi County Democratic Party; board member of the Sierra Club; past chair of Advocacy for Zonta Hilo; member of UH Hilo’s Graduate Council; co-founder of Take Back Lincoln Park; coordinator for Make Voting Matter; and many others. She has also lent her energy to Relay for Life, Habitat for Humanity, and cancer‑support causes.
Heather believes leadership is rooted in humility, accountability, and collaboration. She doesn’t lead from afar—she walks your neighborhoods, listens to your concerns, and works hand-in-hand with residents who want to see real, lasting change.
If you’re looking for a leader who balances passion with pragmatism—someone who blends deep experience with a caring heart—Heather Kimball is ready to continue serving District 1 with integrity and aloha.