2007 NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD CANDIDATE PROFILES

(Profiles can be added or edited at anytime by candidate)

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Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board No. 1

AT-LARGE (4 Seats available)

BURNS, Rob                                                                                                                                                 

Founder of popular surfing company Local motion. Creative, business minded, outspoken and reasonable. Kailua High graduate of 1971. 6^th generation kamaaina from Holt clan. Realtor at East Oahu realty. Married 30 years to faith "Annie" Burns, 2 adult children.

ELMS-BEATTIE, Dolores

I am a wife, mother and a HK resident for over 25 yrs. A current HK Neighborhood Board member, a CPA with office located in HK. A HK Lion and active volunteer in this community. Concerned about overdevelopment, improving our schools and keeping our streets safe for all of our children.

HALAGAO, A.J.

Aloha friends and neighbors. The role I relish the most is being the father of Marissa, 2 years old, and Jordan, 4 months.  It is their future we should all work towards.  All our children deserve a quality education, a sustainable environment and a prosperous economy that will enable them in the future to afford a house and live and work in Hawaii. I am an attorney by profession, and I currently serve as a legal consultant. I am the proud husband of Dr. Patricia Halagao, a professor of education.  I am also the founder of WeLoveHawaiiKai.com, a website that serves our entire community. Most recently, I was a candidate and a nominee for the State House of Representatives in 2006.  During my candidacy for the State House, I was proud to have been endorsed by the Hawaii State Teachers Association, University of Hawaii Professional Assembly, Sierra Club, Coalition of Conservation Voters, and Hawaii Firefighters Association. As a member of the neighborhood board, I pledge to work with our elected officials, my fellow board members, and most of all, YOU – the members of this special community.  Together, we will work towards a better Hawaii and a better Hawaii Kai.

HARRISON, Teddy Brown

American Red Cross volunteer/ Evac of Saigon, 1975/ Captain, US Army Nurse Corps (Reserve) Desert Storm/

Recipient of Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Seven Seals Award/ Hawaii residency 1975 – 1986, 1999 to present/ Hawaii Kai resident homeowner 1999 to present/ Registered Nurse, elder care specialist.

KEHRBERG, Norma

Norma Kehrberg has been a resident of the Hawaii Kai community for 25 years having moved from the Nuuanu area in 1979.  She has enjoyed the growth of businesses, restaurants and facilities for recreation in the mixed living environment of Hawaii Kai.  During the past five years, development has put added stress on traffic, parking and the post office but they are manageable. I am opposed to changing approved plans in ways that add further increased population and more stress on existing facilities.  Expansion of family homes to accommodate extended family is encouraged and welcomed.  A second concern is for pedestrians as increased population adds to the dangers, particularly in walkways without lights. Other areas to concern include the left turn signal at the Safeway and Long's corner and a review of property tax assessment in the Hawaii Kai area.

Norma is an educator and administrator by profession. She lived and worked in Nepal with the United Methodist Church and has worked with HMSA. She was a teacher on the mainland for six years. She is interested in the arts, music, and exercise and continuing to have ample opportunities for variety of worship opportunities within the Hawaii Kai area.

KNUDSEN, Greg

It has been my privilege to serve on the Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board since 2001. With your vote, I will continue working to enhance Hawaii Kai's quality of life. My interests include limiting development, supporting quality education, improving traffic, protecting the environment and scenic treasures, and fostering a sense of community. COMMUNITY: Neighborhood Board member (2001-07); State House candidate (2000); Hawaii Kai resident since 1994, East Oahu since 1982. JOB: Department of Education (1987), director of communications/spokesperson since 1993. FAMILY: wife, Board of Education member (chairperson); son, Kaiser graduate; daughter, Kalani graduate. DEGREES: University of Hawaii, MA; University of Nebraska at Omaha, BA. PREVIOUS JOBS: Governor's Office of International Relations, administrative assistant; University of Hawaii, instructor; Bishop Museum, public information coordinator; East-West Center, public affairs specialist; Pacific Magazine, editor; Mutual of Omaha, editor; Peace Corps (Micronesia), teacher. TRAVEL: More than 50 countries; 42 U.S. states. OTHER COMMUNITY SERVICE: DOE coordinator for Hawaii Foodbank, Memorial Day Lei Project, Blood Bank drives, Aloha United Way (2004, 2005). View my slideshows about Koko Crater at

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45k0OM_GXiI, and preventing Kaiwi Hillside cabins at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EcieqXmW4U.

Mahalo for your vote!

REILLY, Elizabeth

Aloha, it has been an honor to fulfill the At-large vacancy for the Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board. My experience as the newest NH Board member has put me in touch with many of you regarding a variety of issues which ultimately call for action to protect and improve the livability of our community.  I will continue to be a proactive Board member, uphold the integrity of the East Honolulu Sustainable Communities Plan and seek ways to improve our Neighborhood Board meetings with greater community involvement. My work with Livable Hawaii Kai Hui, Ka Iwi Coalition and Kamilo Nui Valley will continue to focus on saving our special places, fostering community pride and preserving the authenticity of our Hawaii Kai.

TURNER, Noble H.

I am Noble Turner, a 19 year resident of Hawaii Kai. I love this community and will do all I can to 'vote for what is best' for this Jewel by the Sea. Coming from 21 years in Boston, where I operated my own Psychiatric Private Clinic, I have come to adore the trade winds, roaring ocean, and flowers blooming, everywhere. I love the people of this community and have been proud to serve as the founder of the Koko Kai, and Triangle's first Security Watch Mobile Patrol, and as the Chairman of the Architectural Standards Committee, during a difficult time of re-writing guidelines. If I am elected to the board, I will do what I can to protect the awesome environment, and reject the push, of some, for a much more crowded Hawaii Kai. A line at the Post Office and at Longs, used to not exist. Now, the line is sometimes 10 to 12 people, patiently waiting. I have come to respect these awesome Islands, where I have raised my son, and can imagine living nowhere else. I will bring a fresh perspective to the Neighborhood Board, and have proven my leadership skills several times over the decades.

SUBDISTRICT 01 (1 Seat available)                                           

CLARK, Robert E.            

SUBDISTRICT 02 (1 Seat available)                                            

GREY, Marian J.             

SUBDISTRICT 03  (1 Seat available)                                           

HOUGHTON, Mary

I am an Incumbent candidate who performed as Chair of the Parks and Recreation Committee for at least the last ten years. The committee has been very successful in working with community groups to achieve goals.  The community must be involved to ensure our neighborhood parks remain in good condition. We encourage everyone to participate.  I am a veteran of the US Armed Forces and President of MHC, Inc., a service company.

SUBDISTRICT 05 (1 Seat available)                                          

MURAOKA, Lester

Dear Neighbors, It has been my pleasure to serve as the Chairperson of your Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board for the past several years and as a NB member since 2001. I firmly believe that we need to maintain the ambiance and livability of our wonderful Hawaii Kai community.  As your NB chair, I have used my business and managerial experiences to bring different parties and opinions together to provide for the greater good of the community.  I have been told that under my leadership, the Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board has become more open, orderly, fair and community friendly.  With your support and vote, we can continue to maintain the livability of our community.  Mahalo nui loa. 

WELLER, Gary E.

Dear friends and members of the Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board: We are over developed in Hawaii Kai and it has been way too long that the developers have dominated the destiny of our community. Experience as a community activist tells me that the Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board is the first line of defense.  If I am elected to the Board, I will honor my commitment and allegiance to our neighborhood and strive to curtail any additional development. As a member, I will also put the community first in all areas - from schools, roads, waterways and vehicular traffic, to water and sewage concerns. I will continue to uphold the integrity of the East Honolulu Sustainable Communities Plan, seek ways to help our neighborhood with greater community involvement and continue to work with Livable Hawaii Kai Hui, the Ka Iwi Coalition, and to keep Kamilo Nui Valley an open space for agriculture in the future. We all live in the most beautiful state in the nation.  The time has come to stop the destruction and extinction of its natural beauty. I am committed to preserving the authenticity and allure of our Hawaii Kai and in turn fostering our community pride.  

SUBDISTRICT 06 (1 Seat available)                                             

HANSON, Jeanette A.

I have been a resident of Hawaii for the past 38 years and have lived in Hawaii Kai for 33 years.  I have served on the Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board for the last 4 years and have been the Treasurer for 2 years.  I have also served at my local church on the Church Council for 6 years.  I have two adult children who both live in Hawaii and one of them graduated from Kaiser High School.  I have worked in the electrical business for 37 years.

I'm concerned about the development and traffic in Hawaii Kai and am committed to a safe community as my focus.

KEALOHA-FALEAFINE, Kanani

SUBDISTRICT 07 (1 Seat available)                                            

LIVINGSTON, David C.

SUBDISTRICT 09 (1 Seat available)                                            

TANABE, David C.

Born and raised in Honolulu. Graduate of Punahou, the University of California, and Gonzaga University School of Law. Elected in 2001 as a member of the Kaimuki Neighborhood Board No. 4, voluntarily resigning upon relocation to Hawaii Kai. An attorney previously in private practice, now serves the State as an archivist in the historical records branch, Hawaii State Archives. Believes that democracy is served by preserving government records, ensuring citizens the right of access to information about the work performed by their elected officials. Enjoys all that Honolulu is and can become. Enters this election to improve civil discourse and civic literacy by actively participating in the government process in an advisory capacity. Qualified for the position of member. Familiar with applicable Hawaii laws, opinions of the Office of Information Practices, and parliamentary procedure. Promises to serve as a productive member of the board: to articulate, define, and address neighborhood issues; to recommend solutions that reflect the needs and wants of the neighborhood; and to initiate the selection of activities andto priortize among them. Married, and owner of yellow  Labrador named "Berkeley".

SUBDISTRICT 11 (1 Seat available)                                            

LEVY, Wayne D.

I am a married father of 2, psychiatrist practicing and teaching at Tripler Army Medical Center, retired Army Reserve Colonel, running for my second term. I want to see our parks and infrastructure improved and maintained, and opposes the building of any additional housing. See my recent editorial http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/2007/Jan/10/op/FP701100342.htm

l I am strongly pro environment, pro education,  support mass transit, preservation of the aina and the ocean, bike paths, car and van pooling, composting, renewable energy, keeping the farm land in farming, and curbside recycling. I support the preservation of the Ka Iwi Coastline as well as the rest of our coastline, parks, open spaces, and mountain trails. I strongly opposed the recent proposal to build vacation cabins on Ka Iwi. I want to see our library hours extended to evenings and Sundays,  the collection improved, and the facility enlarged. I want to see the public pool planned for Koko Head District Park actually built. Finally, I not only want your vote, I want you to come to our monthly meetings at 7 P.M. on the last Tuesday of every month at Hahaione Elementary and get involved in the process.

ZACHARIAH, Elizabeth K. 

Kuliouou-Kalani Iki Neighborhood Board No. 2

SUBDISTRICT 03 (1 Seat available)                                           

QUINN, Kevin

I am a resident of Subdistrict 3 in the area served by Neighborhood Board #2. I would like to serve on this board to help preserve the quality of life of the east Honolulu area for current and future residents as well as visitors. Working together with other board members, I will provide energy and focus to the task of developing solutions to the various concerns and issues that affect the east Honolulu area.

SUBDISTRICT 04 (1 Seat available)                                             

MOULSON, Timothy E.R.

I moved to Hawaii in 1996 from Orlando, Florida with Wendy's International to handle the training responsibilities for Japan, Indonesia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Guam and Hawaii. As such, it is my responsibility to train management and franchisees to operate their businesses successfully. I had additional responsibilities of operating the company market and for growing the business in Hawaii. Prior to my 10 years with Wendy's, I had a successful career as an executive for McDonald's and in running my own TCBY franchise of 9 stores. My interest in serving on the board is to help move our city forward in today's challenging world and to make Hawaii a better place for all of us to reside in. I feel that my experience in management, people skills, training and in traveling abroad makes me a valuable candidate to serve on the board

NIETHAMMER, Anne

SPANGLER, Sheridan R.

Neighborhood Board member. Waialae Golf Course Community Assoc. resident. Work in film production management in family company. Punahou graduate. International Eurocenter College - France. I want to protect Hawaii's residential communities from negative impacts of spot-zoning, over-development, and detoured traffic.

SUBDISTRICT 06  (6 Seats available)                                           

ASHWORTH, Ted E.

Aina Haina resident since 1973. Kalani High School teacher 25 years, Neighborhood board member since 1994, willing to continue to promote what is best for our valley.

CHUCK, Robert T.

Board Chair for the last 6 years.   Member of the Kuliouou Kalani-Iki Neighborhood Board #2 for 12 years.  Lived in Aina Haina since 1951.  Vice President, CH2M HILL Environmental Engineering Consulting Firm.  Manager-Chief Engineer- State Department of Land & Natural Resources for 25 years. National President of the American Water Works Association.  President of the National Water Resources Association. Received Lifetime Achievement Award from the Hawaii Council of Engineering Societies.

LEONG, Bertha F.K.

University of Hawaii graduate, degrees in Education/Government. Former DOE teacher at Aina Haina and Hokulani schools. President Aina Haina Community Association. Volunteer mediator for Mediation Center of Pacific. Former State Representative of 18th District.

LUM, Heather

This is my 19th year as a private school teacher in Honolulu; currently, I teach at Holy Nativity School. My BA and MA are from Middlebury College. For 11 years I have been a homeowner in Aina Haina. I volunteer for Friends of the Library and the Honolulu Marathon and work as a precinct official in the primary elections. I presently am a board member and have served for 2 years previously. I hope to continue representing our community's interests in maintaining our environment and quality of life.

SMITH, Stephen

STARR, Linda W.L. 

Longtime Aina Haina resident. Twenty year active member on this Neighborhood Board, Linda asks you to re-elect her to one more term to this Board. Linda has repeatedly been the Chair of this Board's Transportation Committee. Linda's consistent vision is more scenic views with maximum trees and underground utility lines.

YOUNG, Joseph W.C.  

 Joseph  W.C. Young was born August 2, 1925 in Honolulu, Hawaii. He left St. Louis High School during the 11^th grade to go work as an aircraft engine mechanic apprentice at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii, where he worked for three years. He served his county during World War II as a corporal in the Army Air Corps. He attended the University of Hawaii in Manoa, Hawaii and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Zoology from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. In 1954, he graduated from the Washington University School of Dentistry. Dr. Young worked as a dentist in private practice for 40 years before he retired. Dr. Young has many honors and awards including the United Chinese Society Model Chinese Father of the Year award in 1998; Distinguished Alumnus of the Year, Washington University Dental Alumni Association in 1999, a Citation from the Mayor of Honolulu, the Honorable Jeremy Harris for involving the Chinatown Community in the City Christmas Light Parade in 2002, and United Chinese Society Model Chinese Citizen of the Year in 2004. Dr. Young and his wife, Barbara Chun Young, have four children and eight grandchildren.

SUBDISTRICT 07 (3 Seats available)                                            

CASEN, George

I can bring an experienced planner's approach to the issues before the Board. Education: Candidate for Masters in Urban Planning at UH Manoa, Graduate Certificate in Historic Preservation-UHM, MS Education, BA Political Science. Work History: Environmental Planning Manager, Cultural Historian, Rail & Bus Planner, Salesperson, Schoolteacher. Community Activities: Bishop Museum docent, Historic Hawaii Foundation volunteer, Vegetarian Society of Hawai'i volunteer, Co-Chair for Oahu: General Wesley Clark for President, 2004. Resided on Oahu 1992-1993, 1998-Present. Resided in this neighborhood 2000-2004, 2006-Present. Key issues that I am concerned with: neighborhood safety, a quality neighborhood environment, a reasonable level of development, noise issues, traffic gridlock on Kalanianaole Highway, electric service outages, cable service outages, water outages.

SIDDIQUI, Jamal A.

Lifelong Niu Valley resident. Devoted husband of and father of three children. Secondary education: Aina Haina Elementary, Niu Valley Intermediate (present day Middle) and Kalani High Schools. Graduated with a Bachelors of Arts Degree from Hawaii Loa College (present day Hawaii Pacific University's Windward Oahu Campus) in Social Sciences (including Political Science and Economics). Earned a Paralegal Certificate from Brigham Young University – Hawaii. Professional Experience: Messenger at the Hawaii State House of Representatives' Sergeant-At-Arms Office; Volunteer Aide at both the State First Circuit Court and Legal Aid Society of Hawaii. Neighborhood Assistant (writing minutes at Neighborhood Board Meetings) from 1999-2005. In 2001, I was elected by fellow residents to represent Niu Valley on the Kuliouou-Kalani Iki Neighborhood Board. Have served in various capacities including being elected by Board members as Secretary and Treasurer. Enjoy serving the community. I humbly ask for your vote.

SUBDISTRICT 08  (3 Seats available)                                          

ANDREWS, Al

Currently Board Treasurer; 30yr resident; Kuliouou Kai Board Member; Hui'ilio Hawaii Board Member (Dog Park People); past Board Member of Community Associations Institute Hawaii.  I wish to continue serving & trying to protect our community from unwanted & unwarranted laws & developments.  A voice for your concerns.  Mahalo Nui Loa!

BARON, Christopher

Vision:  Make a positive difference. Help our neighborhood enhance our unique natural setting & community life.  Kama'aina background:  Mom & dad met at UH; I was raised in Kuliouou, and always came back regardless how far afield schooling and work at times took me.  Have been to all streets in our Neighborhood district (over the years frequently visited friends, biked, walked or jogged!).  Extensive personal connection to, and involvement in, our community.  Strong experience, exposure & service:   Kuliouou roots complemented by helpful perspective & context gained thru education and involvement in Hawaii & abroad.  Experienced, having been elected previously to our Neighborhood Board and served in 2001-2002 before assignments took me overseas serving in homeland security, diplomacy (State Department's East Asia/ Pacific bureau), international development/education, in Washington and Pacific region.  All thru - practicing & projecting our Hawaii aloha heritage - was proudly conscious of representing our home, people, community. Training & education in public/international policy (M.A. from University of Hawaii). Experience also includes teaching; serving our district, working at state Senate & House of Representatives; developing community-based initiatives & outreaches.  I welcome & look forward to hearing your ideas & concerns, and I ask for your vote to represent you.

PARKE, Michael

SUBDISTRICT 03 (2 Seats available)                                           

PYLES, Lucinda

STORFER, Mark J. 

I have previously served for two terms on the Waialae-Kahala Neighborhood Board. I have also been active in several community organizations and professional associations including past President, Kahala Community Association; Vice-Chairman, Hawaii Technology Institute; I am a licensed realtor in the State of Hawaii specializing in commercial and investment properties with Choi International. I also founded a management consulting firm specializing in accounting and operations for small companies and entrepreneurs; The CKC Group, LLC. Prior to launching a career in commercial real estate I held a senior management position at Liberty House.I am married to my lovely wife, Donna, and we have three children. I look forward to serving my community once again, championing the causes that have made Kahala the premier neighborhood in Hawaii.

TURBIN, Richard   

I have served on the Waialae-Kahala Neighborhood Board for over 20 years and Chair for many of those years. During my term we have worked for school safety, fencing Kahala elementary school, putting showers on the beach, initiating traffic safety programs, beautifying Waialae Avenue, and alleviating parking problems. We have sought to preserve the beautiful, green, tree and flower shrouded ambiance of Kahala fighting for wise and sensible zoning that enhance our community.  If re-elected I will work hard to continue this good work." Besides serving on our neighborhood board I have served as 2005 President of the Hawaii State Bar Association and Chair of the Tort and Insurance Practice Section of the American Bar Association in 1999-2000. I was also a member of the Civil Rights Commission of the State of Hawaii and am President of the Harvard Law School Association of Hawaii. I also served on the Board of Mothers Against Drunk Driving. I have lived in Kahala for over thirty years and am married to Rai Saint Chu. We have two children, Laurel and Derek who were born and raised in Kahala.

SUBDISTRICT 04 (2 Seats available)                                          

FICHTMAN, Stan

Born and raised in Hawaii, I lived for three years in Asia, where I graduated from Morrison Academy in Taiwan. I have earned both a B.A. and M.A. in Political Science from the University of Hawaii. Outside of my job at the City and County of Honolulu, I serve on the board of the Hawaii Jaycees. I have lived in the Waialae-Kahala area for fourteen years and am committed to working with all residents to make the neighborhood a better place to live, work and play.

HIMEDA, Sylvia S.           

Kaimuki Neighborhood Board No. 4

SUBDISTRICT 02 (4 Seats available)                                           

CONE, Jim

Hawaii and Honolulu has approached a pinnacle point in its history.  The population and building growth of the Island of Oahu as well as the needs towards its economic infrastructure has put a monstrous lack of discernment towards the individual citizen in the communities.  As this being my 4th term on a Neighborhood Board, I want to continue to be a voice of concern for my community.  I want to bring logic and grass roots discernment into how we maintain our communities.   My priorities are Hawaii's children and elderly.  As an owner of two business's, Matrix Media of Hawaii Inc. and Genergraphics Corporation and having 4 small children of my own, I live daily and understand the difficulties we face as citizens on Oahu and I might add from multiple points of view.  I look forward to another term as a member of my Neighborhood board so that I may serve my community.

HERNANDEZ, Eduardo M.

As a resident of the Maunalani Heights area of Kaimuki since 2003, and a member of the Kaimuki Neighborhood Board since 2005, I have taken an active role in working to make our community a better place to live & visit. Whether it is the Maunalani Park Recreation building, public parking in Kaimuki, or issues of public health and civil rights of concern to people on all islands, I make sure state and local government leaders understand how their actions impact people living in Kaimuki. I want to continue working for Kaimuki and respectfully ask for your vote. Even more, I hope you will want to be a part of our grassroots democracy program and attend the monthly meetings of the Kaimuki Neighborhood Board, which take place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Liliuokalani Elementary School. Together, we can make a difference to have a community that champions equality and fairness and stands against injustice.      

NAHOOPII, Daniel K.

Education: Stanford-Woods Institute, UH-MBA, Northwestern-Engineering. Work Experience: State of Hawai'i-Tourism Research Branch Chief, Kamehameha School-Strategic Planning, SMS Research & Marketing, HECO-Engineer. Community Experience: Kaimuki Neighborhood Board, Hawai?i Maoli Board, Maunalua Hawaiian Civic Club, Halau Na Kamalei. Achievement: First Nations Fellow, Pacific Century Fellow, PBN Forty Under 40.

RYBACKI-SMITH, Dori K.

My name is Dori Rybacki-Smith and I am running for a seat on the Kaimuki Neighborhood board.

My family and I live in the Wilhemina Rise/ Maunalani Heights area.  My son is two and my husband works as a physician at Queens Hospital. I am an attorney and a realtor/broker.  I would be pleased to bring to the Board my extensive experience in legal, procedural and land use issues. I have a simple vision to bring to the neighborhood board; accessibility, transparency and achievement.  I want to hear and represent our neighbors so their voices are heard in local government.  I want our community to know what is happening in their neighborhood.  I also want our neighborhood to understand and be advised as to how our local issues affect city and state issues and how city and state issues affect our neighborhood.  I want to see the advisory role of neighborhood boards to remain true to meeting the goals of the community.

SCHNEIDER, Sharon T.

Kaimuki is a vibrant neighborhood and an appealing destination for many people. As it evolves, one of the challenges is to maintain its quaint, charming neighborhood character while supporting a diverse businesses community. As a current neighborhood board member I would like to continue to help meet these challenges and enable positive solutions. I would contribute a distinct voice to this board. I was born and raised in Honolulu and have lived in the Kaimuki area since the late 1970's except for several years spent in San Diego. My career was in academic computer programming for oceanographic research. Now that I am living back home in Hawaii, I want to give back to my neighborhood, to keep Kaimuki a desirable place to live and visit. Besides serving on the Kaimuki Neighborhood Board, I have also been volunteering with Hawaii Public Radio, the Honolulu Symphony, the Contemporary Museum, the Hawaiian Humane Society and the National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii. I am also a member of the Surfrider Foundation.

YABUI, Mark Y.     

Hi, I'm Mark Yabui. As a proud resident of Kaimuki for over 35 years and a graduate of Kaimuki High School and Hawaii Pacific University with a degree in Political Science, I would be honored to serve as your neighborhood board member. I will do my utmost to ensure our roads are safe and families are protected. It has been a privilege to grow up in Kaimuki, where neighbors know each other and support one another. These are the values I will bring to our neighborhood board.  

SUBDISTRICT 03 (3 Seats available)                                           

CARVALHO, Daniel

HACK, Randolph C.            

Diamond Head/Kapahulu/St. Louis Heights N.B. No. 5

SUBDISTRICT 01 (5 Seats available)                                           

CAIN, S. Michael

I earned a Masters in Urban Planning from Manoa in 2004, and have a strong interest in urban design and how it affects a community. While the new rail system won't be coming directly into our neighborhood, it will still affect traffic patterns, investment, and development along Kapahulu and Wai`alae Avenues. My primary interest in serving on the Board is to help ensure that any development keeps the needs and values of our community in mind. I want to see a neighborhood where the businesses remain local, where public transport is more accessible, and where the sidewalks and streets are safe and friendly for pedestrians and bicyclists.

LUCKETT, Deborah A.

I obtained my Master's Degree in Public Health from the University of Hawaii with a special emphasis in environmental & occupational health. In my present profession I serve as a consultant to small companies in the healthcare profession. I have been a Hawaii resident since 1979 and a St. Louis Heights resident/homeowner since 1985. My candidacy arose from a myriad of concern regarding the direction that Honolulu will embark upon in its quest to become a world class city. Community concerns range from a lack of curbside recycling, access to healthcare, smart growth, environmental friendly building strategies, pollution, homelessness, crime and traffic. Mahalo & Aloha.

MILLER, Barbara

Please re-elect current Board member (since 1999).  Recording Secretary and Newsletter Editor.  St. Louis Heights Community Safety Watch Captain.  Widow. Retired. Naval officer. HS teacher. Main Issue: property tax relief.

NARITA, Bertram T. 

Currently serves as Neighborhood Board No. 5, Treasurer. St. Louis Heights resident for over 50-years. Served in the military for 30 years (U.S. Air Force and later in the National Guard).  My concern is for our fellow district residents and the escalating tax burden, with little if any return in the form of services and/or improvements to our neighborhood.  Many homes in our neighborhood are assessed near the million dollar mark and the current infrastructure is 'third world' at best.  When we ask for improvements we are told we must provide 50% of the cost.  We experience flooding because of the lack of a comprehensive storm drain system, we lack adequate parking spaces and many risk their personal safety because of the lack of safe walkways along public streets. Active member of the St. Louis Heights Community Association, the Neighborhood Watch and Fire Wise.  Happily married for 40 years and am blessed with two adult children.  If reelected I will continue to serve the community and voice their concerns.  Recently, my recommendation for an audit of certain commissions to evaluate their service to the public, and the technology which involves elevator safety during power emergencies has been acted on by the State House. I am also active in the Hawaii State Association of Parliamentarians, and military associations.  Mahalo nui loa, for allowing me to serve our neighborhood.

SUBDISTRICT 02  (5 Seats available)                                         

CHANG, Kenneth C. C.

Incumbent, elected member since 1974, offices held - Chair; Vice Chair; Sub District Chair; Treas; Standing Comm. Chair. others. Graduate of St. Louis High School '67; University of Hawaii '72; Kansas State University '74. Architect, principal and CEO, for Innovative Architectural Designs, Inc. and Residential Planning Consultants, Inc. both local architectural and planning firms in the Honolulu District. I am and have been very interested in working with the community and its residents. I have volunteered and served with many committees and organizations, including – New Kapahulu Business Association, past president and member; Waialae Place Condominium, president and member; Kaimuki-Waialae YMCA, past director; Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce, past president, Kaimuki Professional Business Association, member; Diamond Head Lions Club, past director and member; State Disability and Communications Access Committee, past vice chair and member; Guest Lecturer on ADA at Honolulu Community College and various community and medical facilities, many others. If re-elected, I will continue to devote my time and efforts towards working with the community to improve and maintain the quality of life that we all deserve.

DROWN, Scot M.

Public elementary school teacher at Jefferson Elementary School for 5 years.  Kapahulu homeowner for 4 years. 

In 1998 spoke for Kapahulu relatives before the Neighborhood Board and Liquor Commission to protect residential neighborhoods from the impact a business seeking a liquor license.   In 2004 attend Neighborhood Board and public meetings to address the proliferation of surf schools beyond the traditional Waikiki surf spots.  In 2005 successfully worked with the Neighborhood Board and Safeway to address residents' concerns regarding the design of the new Safeway shopping center.  Father of two young children and frequent user of area parks, beaches, and surf spots.  Familiar with the pressures placed on our natural resources by both visitors and residents.  Believes in the importance of a sustainable, mutually beneficial relationship between residents and Waikiki tourism.

EGGED, Rick

Rick Egged is currently on the board, serving since 2005. His concerns relate to traffic and maintaining the character of the neighborhood. He is employed as President of the Waikiki Improvement Association since 1998. Rick is a home-owner and resident. He is also a proud father of three boys. Rick and his wife and sons frequently walk around our neighborhood and use our parks. The condition of our parks and pedestrian safety has a direct impact on them. He is a candidate because of his strong belief in the importance of making a positive contribution to the community. His other community service activities include the Salvation Army Oahu Advisory Board, the Waikiki Community Center Board and additional professional affiliations. In his previous employment Rick has served as the Director of the State Office of Planning, the Director of Administrative Affairs for Hawaii Loa College and as a principal in small agricultural and market research related businesses.  Rick Egged graduated from the University of Hawaii and Waipahu High School.

NAHOOPII, Bertha S.J.

Incumbent NB#5 member for 28 years. Retired Police Officer, Honolulu Police Dept. Ala Wai Watershed Association, sub-district representative for Palolo, Kaimuki, Kapahulu, and Diamond Head. Life long resident of Kapahulu. University of Hawaii, BS degree in Recreation  Leadership. Interested in the safety and community concerns of our neighborhood.       

OTTO, Keo P.

My name is Joseph Patrick Otto, on the Ballot; my name appears as Joe P. "Keo" Otto. My wife Chi and I and our 7 children have lived in the Kapahulu, Kaimuki neighborhood for over 30 years. I have been your representative on the Board these past 2 years. It is both an honor and privilege to serve your best interests and those of our community on our Board.  Please consider voting for me to serve you another 2 years. Mahalo!

WAIALEALE, George

George Waialeale is presently serving on the Neighborhood Board. He has been a resident and homeowner of the area for 20 years.  George is a graduate of McKinley High School and Kapiolani Community College. He was employed by the Hawaiian Telephone Company for 39 years until his retirement.  George has been a life long  volunteer for positive community projects.  He has served for the New Kapahulu Business Association, Kanewai Park Advisory Council, St. Louis Community Association, Palolo Lions Club, Go For Broke Association  (100Bn./442nd Inf.), Hawaii State Electrical Association, as Treasurer of the Democratic Party of Hawaii and as Chairman of the Hawaii State Consumer Protection Advisory Council. George will continue to work for all of the residents of the neighborhood.

SUBDISTRICT 03   (5 Seats available)                                        

BERLIN, Roxie

The task of the Neighborhood Board is to keep our area livable and safe for our residents.  In our monthly meetings, we help the police by reporting the community's complaints. We try to prevent overdevelopment by informing the city agencies of our concerns.  We do our best to help individual community members with their problems, usually by referring them to the appropriate government agencies and often by writing letters in their support.  We also study city and county activities and act in an advisory capacity. As a board member for the past six years, I take the business of the Board seriously.  I have a sense of pride and gratification from our successes in keeping our community and city a great place to live.

HARDEN, Jay