HONOLULU (KHON2) — One Kakaako man is keeping his neighborhood clean a little bit at a time. He says it’s his way of giving back.
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If you live in Kakaako or drive through the area, you’ve probably seen Carl Nakao.
He’s the guy on his skateboard picking up trash.
“It’s unconventional to say the least, but I guess everybody has their own way right, of expressing their joy and gratitude to God,” said Carl Nakao.
Nakao is a spiritual man. The retiree lives in the area. Goes to his brother’s church every morning. And after a workout, he’s on his skateboard picking up what he can.
“Lot of trash by the bus stop you know people waiting for the bus, drinking their drinks, and no where to throw it right,” said Nakao.
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“He’s just vibing to whatevers every morning he’s just fun to watch going back and forth, just chillin,” said Makalapua Kahunanui, at Alii Unleashed.