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HAWAII KAI NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 1

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2009

HAHAIONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAFETERIA

595 PEPEEKEO STREET

CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Greg Knudsen called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. with a quorum of 11 members present. (Note - This 15-member Board requires eight members for a quorum and to take official Board action.)

MEMBERS PRESENT: Robert Clark, Frank De Giacomo, René Garvin, Marian Grey, Aaron Isgar, Greg Knudsen, Wayne Levy, Carl Makino, Amy Monk, Elizabeth Reilly and David Tanabe.

MEMBERS ABSENT: Jeanette Hanson (notified absence) and Gary Weller.

VACANCIES: One in Subdistrict 4 (Hahaione High Rise) and one in Subdistrict 8 (Lunalilo Park, Mauka), due to insufficient number of candidates in the Neighborhood Board Elections.

GUESTS: Russ Saito (Governor Linda Lingle’s Representative, State Department of Accounting and General Services, Comptroller), Senator Sam Slom, Representative Lyla Berg, Kirk Caldwell (Managing Director, City and County of Honolulu), Gordon Bruce (Mayor Mufi Hannemann’s Representative, Department of Information Technology, Director), Kenny Amazaki (Councilmember Charles Djou's Office), Firefighters Isaiah Aipa and Michael Lee (Honolulu Fire Department), Lt. Gary Lum Lee, Sgt. Roy Hayamoto and Ofc. Mark Mitchell (Honolulu Police Department); Stanley Chang; Melanie Long, Charles Long, Kevin Nitta, and Dianne Glee (Independence Day at Maunalua Bay); Natalie Iwasa, Judith Nii, Chelsea Dinnan (UHSON), Dr. Emogene Yoshimura (Koko Crater Stables), Adrienne King, Herb Schreiner, Chanel Watanabe and Fima Greene (University of Hawai'i); Mardi La Prade, Tom Kam, R.W. "Dick" Baker, Alexis Friedman, Bob Kern, Bob Farrell and Ivonne Cardenas (Videographers, Makakilo.com), and K. Russell Ho (Neighborhood Commission Office).

FILLING OF VACANT POSITIONS: Boards had to delay filling vacancies from the Neighborhood Board Elections until an amendment to the 2008 Neighborhood Plan was passed, authorizing the Boards to fill the vacant seats.

Subdistrict 4 (Hahaione High Rises) - As there were no volunteers, this item was deferred to the next meeting.

Subdistrict 8 (Lunalilo Park, Mauka) - As there were no volunteers, this item was deferred to the next meeting.

APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES:

June 30, 2009 - As the June 2009 minutes were not posted on the Neighborhood Commission Office website, Chair Knudsen placed this item on the agenda. However, the Board approved the June 2009 minutes at the July 28, 2009 meeting and the minutes have since been posted online.

August 25, 2009 - As there were no objections, the August 25, 2009 regular meeting minutes were APPROVED as corrected by UNANIMOUS CONSENT, 11-0-0 (AYE: Clark, De Giacomo, Garvin, Grey, Isgar, Knudsen, Levy, Makino, Monk, Reilly and Tanabe).

• Page 3, under State Department of Transportation (DOT) Presentation, it should read, "There will be no right turn on red, except from right lane after stop." And "5) …regarding repaving, pave only right lane and not all four and repave the bike the lane on Kalanianaole Highway after re-cutting the signal loop sensors near Halemaumau Street."
• Page 3, under Public Generated Issues, it should read, "2) Gayle Boc requested more curb cuts in the Hawaii Kai sidewalks, as they are "new work" and not Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - compliant.
• Page 5, under Continuing Discussion/Action on Hawaii Kai Streetlight Project, it should read, "2) Two traffic studies were done, one in 2001 and one in 2006. 3) A light pole was originally placed less than two feet from a fire hydrant.  It was recently moved farther away." 

SECRETARY/TREASURER'S REPORT - Secretary/Treasurer Jeanette Hanson notified Chair Knudsen that she is receiving medical treatment and she plans to return after the December 2009 recess, in January 2010.

Chair Knudsen reported the previous Operating Balance was $1,453.01. With $49.38 expended for the printing and posting of the agenda and minutes, the closing Operating Balance is $1,403.63. The previous Publicity Balance was $2,500.00. With no expenditures, the closing Publicity Balance was remained at $2,500.00. The previous Refreshment Balance was $120.00. With no expenditures, the Refreshment Balance remained at $120.00. The Treasurer's report was filed.

STATUS REPORTS:

Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) - Firefighter Isaiah Aipa reported: 1) August 2009 Statistics - 1 rubbish fire, 46 medical emergencies, 8 search/rescue and 17 miscellaneous calls for service for a total of 72 alarms. There was 1 major incident, with multiple number of companies responding.  One unusual incident was the tsunami warning due to the earthquake in Samoa this morning. 2) Fire Safety Tip: Fire Prevention Week (FPW) has its roots in the Great Chicago Fire on October 8 -10, 1871. On the 40th anniversary of that fire, the Fire Marshals Association of North America decided the anniversary should be observed nationally to inform the public about the importance of fire prevention. Since 1992, FPW has been observed the week of October 9. The National Fire Protection Association has selected “Stay Fire Smart! Don’t Get Burned” as the theme for FPW on October 4-10, 2009. This year’s campaign will focus on burn awareness and prevention, and keeping homes safe from the leading causes of home fires. Testing a child’s bath water prior to placing him or her in the tub or wearing an outfit with short or close-fitting sleeves when cooking are simple actions that may prevent serious burns. The Honolulu Fire Department encourages every family to take the necessary steps to ensure that the home is safe from fire hazards and that the family is prepared to escape when alerted by smoke alarms. Has the family fire escape plan been practiced? Has a safe meeting place outside of the home been designated? In October, children attending elementary schools statewide will receive a Fire Fighter’s Safety Guide (FFSG) from their teachers. HFD encourages parents to review the FFSG with their child, create or revisit the family fire escape plan, practice the plan, test smoke alarms, and consider the other safety tips in the guide.

Comments followed: 1) Wildfires are still possible, as there have been no rains yet.

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) - Lt. Gary Lum Lee reported: 1) September 2009 Statistics - 14 burglaries, 32 thefts and 28 UEMV (unauthorized entry into a motor vehicle) and the location of the various crimes in Hawaii Kai. 2) Noise complaints - 54 (+45). 3) There was a section, "Home Security Tips." 4) Contact District 7 at - www.honolulupd.org/patrol/d7.

Comments followed: 1) Lt. Lum Lee mentioned an increase in burglaries. There was one person arrested for eight felonies. HPD is watching for people, who come out of prison. A "burglary" is inside a home or garage, while a "theft" is outside. 2) René Garvin mentioned that school is in session and she urged safety awareness. As the newly-appointed Chair of the Transportation and Safety Committee, she announced the next meeting on October 28, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at the Koko Head Community Center. 3) Wayne Levy asked about reports of people throwing spikes on the road on Poipu Drive. 4) Someone asked about advertising at Lunalilo Home Road and Kalanianaole Highway. 5) Frank De Giacomo asked about computer crimes.

Board of Water Supply (BWS) - Moani Wright-Van Alst was absent, but sent an informational sheet on Water Emergency Preparedness and a written report: 1) Main Break Report - There were no main breaks in Hawaii Kai in August or up to September 22.  2) Water Emergency Preparedness - Hurricane Felicia, the first major hurricane of the hurricane season, reminded us all to be prepared. An emergency kit with at least one gallon of water per person per day for at least five to seven days is just one of the crucial water emergency tips listed in the BWS’s handout. During emergencies, follow media for information bulletins and appropriate actions to be taken. See more emergency preparedness information at www.boardofwatersupply.com. Hurricane season continues through November.  3) Water Saving Tips: When mowing the lawn, leave the cuttings. The added organic matter helps your soil retain moisture. Instead of dumping leftovers from dinner into the disposal that uses water, start a compost pile that will help your soil retain moisture and nutrients as well as save water and fertilizer in the yard. See more information about xeriscaping or water conservation at www.boardofwatersupply.com or call the BWS at 748-5041. 4) Comments/Questions (asked in August): Does BWS have specific requirements for the distance between a light pole and fire hydrant, and did the Lunalilo Home Road light project send their plans to the BWS to review and approve? Yes, BWS standards require a minimum three-foot clearance between a fire hydrant and any installed poles. BWS did review and approve the street light plans for Lunalilo Home Road. However, the electrical plans were schematic, and did not depict exactly the location of every facility to be installed. What often gets signed includes a set of notes that state the electrical systems shall conform to BWS Water System Standards, which would require a minimum of three-foot clearance between fire hydrants and any installed poles.

PRESENTATION:

Update by Hawaii American Water on Hawaii Kai Sewer Plant Odor Control Plan - Lee Mansfield, Manager for Hawaii American Water Company (HAW), gave a PowerPoint presentation, explaining his company's efforts for odor control. They identified sources of odor or "hydrogen sulfide monitoring points." Although the readings are below .005 parts per million, the human nose can still smell the odor. They have made modifications and improvements at each targeted area of odor and are looking forward.

Comments followed: 1) In case of a Tsunami Warning, they would move portable equipment, "pump down" sewage," shut down the plant, and go to generator power. In 1947 they had a problem. 2) Hawaii Kai has the highest water usage, due to the golf course. There is high salt water content in the treated water, which is not good for the golf course. 3) Complaints have gone down and they have opened a customer service hotline at (866) 430-0826. Contact them for a hard copy of his report, "Odor Control Mitigation Report," Submittal In Response to House Concurrent Resolution (HCR) No. 65. 4) A resident started complaining in 2005 and he has 255 e-mails in his file. It took a resolution in the State Legislature to get a response from HAW, the community should be vigilant. He has the original April 2006 report on odor mitigation for interested people to review. 5) The human nose can smell at low levels. This plant was built in the 1960s and the newest technology would lessen smell. 6) The Board will be expecting monthly updates.

PUBLIC GENERATED ISSUES:

1) Natalie Iwasa recognized Neighborhood Assistant K. Russell Ho for sending out "community updates," which go beyond what is called for in his job and she appreciated them. International Walk To School Day is on Wednesday, October 7. Honolulu Waldorf School will be participating. The Hawaii Kai Lion's Christmas Parade is on November 28 and the Bike/School Bus will participate. The Safe Walk to School Program has given her a mini-grant of $1,000 and she will have a Bike Rodeo. She will try to get other schools involved with different projects.  Application deadline is October 30.

2) Mardi La Prade reported that there are less than 300 Hawaiian Moore hens in the Hawea wetlands and asked, "What is the role of the Neighborhood Board in protecting the habitat of birds and protecting cultural and historical sites on property developed by Hale Alii?" Chair Knudsen stated that the Neighborhood Board serves as an open forum and that zoning issues are watched by Gary Weller, Chair of the Planning and Zoning Committee. The City is citing violations. Other questions were - How to speak with the developer and how do they count the birds?

3) A group from Independence Day at Maunalua Bay reported that they raised $6,000 for three $2,000 scholarships. Applications are due November 13 at IDMBscholarship@gmail.com. A major sponsor was Hawaii American Water Company. Also, applications are available for seniors.

4) Judith Nii announced that on October 10 "A Day on the Farm" will educate the public about the importance of Hawaii Kai's watershed from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  They have publicity through e-mails, flyers, and banners.

OFFICIALS' REPORTS:

Mayor’s Office representative - Gordon Bruce reported: 1) Resident Natalie Iwasa asked how does the City decide which curbs are chosen for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant ramps in Hawaii Kai? Department of Design and Construction (DDC) responded: The City’s Curb Ramp Transition Plan is composed of high priority areas (governmental, schools, hospitals/health services, retail services, commercial services, recreation, religious institutions, visitor attractions, museums, and high density residential) and secondary priority areas (low-density residential/single family residential, rural areas and agricultural areas). Other factors considered were pedestrian traffic, bus route traffic, destination priority, severity priority (potential safety hazard, blocked access, and major inconvenience), and location (Central Business District, metropolitan area, small town, and other areas). 6,780 intersections with sidewalks were surveyed. All the data was collected, criteria established, and weighted to reflect the most critical factors for individuals with physical disabilities. A score was derived for each intersection.  The higher the score, the higher the priority for implementation. Implementation of the Transition Plan is about 99% complete.  Currently, the City is designing and constructing ramps which are requested by physically disabled individuals. If an individual with physical disabilities needs curb ramps, he/she can submit a request for ramps by filling out the Curb Ramp Request Form available on the City & County’s website- http://www.honolulu.gov (go to DDC; go to Civil Division; click on the form for curb ramps) and submitting the completed form to the Department of Design and Construction.  ADA curb ramps are to be requested by the physically disabled (e.g. wheelchair, walker, scooter user); just because someone with baby stroller, bus rider, skateboarders, etc. want it does not mean that the ramp would be implemented. 2) The Board asked how much money is in the Hanauma Trust fund and when will the broken equipment and facilities be fixed. Department of Budget and Fiscal Services (BFS) responded that for the fiscal year that began July 1, 2009, $4.3 million was appropriated out of the Hanauma Bay Nature Reserve Trust Fund for the operations of the park. 3) Regarding the Lunalilo Home Road Street Lighting Project, the Mayor's community meeting was held on September 17. 4) Regarding the roosters in Hawaii Kai, the August trapping results are:

2009 -2010 Chicken Round Up

2009 - 2010 Chicken Round Up Results:

2009 - 2010 Chicken Round Up Schedule:

2009 - 2010 Quarterly NHB Report Schedule:

Phase I of the Quarter 1 trapping was completed on August 29, 2009. After Phase II of each quarter is completed, DTS will provide the Hawai'i Kai NHB a report on the following dates:

• November 24, 2009
• March 30, 2010
• July 27, 2010
• October 26, 2010

5) The Board would like an update on the violations of the Hawea Heiau by the developer of Hale Alii. Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) responded - For TMK  3-9-008: 039 - 2009/NOV-06-126 - Notice of Violation was issued for grubbing without a permit.  Violation still not corrected.  On August 20, 2009 a Notice of Order (2009/NOO-190) was issued.  The NOO imposed an initial fine of $50.  On September 22, 2009, an additional fine of $25 per day commenced and will continue to accrue until the violation is corrected. For TMK 3-9-008: 043 -2009/NOV-06-147 - Notice of Violation was issued for stockpiling without a permit.  A Notice of Order (2009/NOO-200) has been prepared and is expected to be issued shortly.  The NOO will impose an initial fine of $150 and if not corrected in the time allowed, additional fines of $150 per day will be imposed until the violation is corrected. 2009/NOV-06-146 – Notice of Violation was issued for grading without a permit.  A Notice of Order (2009/NOO-201) has been prepared and is expected to be issued shortly.  The NOO will impose an initial fine of $500 and if not corrected in the time allowed, additional fines of $500 per day will be imposed until the violation is corrected. 2009/NOV-06-148 – Notice of Violation was issued for grubbing without a permit.  A Notice of Order (2009/NOO-199) has been prepared and is expected to be issued shortly.  The NOO will impose an initial fine of $50 and if not corrected in the time allowed, additional fines of $25 per day will be imposed until the violation is corrected. The State Department of Land and Natural Resources are handling any issues related to historical/archaeological sites. 6) A resident complained about the smell from many feral cats at the Koko Head District Park.  He alleged that neighbors were feeding the cats and leaving green water containers for them.    Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) will continue to enforce park regulations prohibiting the feeding of animals at our sites. Our park staff has been reminded to remove and discard unattended food and water containers. 7) The grass has not been cut for several months behind 953 Waioli Street (reference no. 63200).   The grass was cut on September 28, 2009.

Comments followed: 1) Mayor's representative Gordon Bruce volunteered to contact the Hawaiian Humane Society, Humane Society of the United States, and Oahu Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals for a presentation to the Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board No. 1. Chair Knudsen mentioned he was "holding off" on contacting them because of the controversy over an animal shelter in Waianae. 2) City Managing Director Kirk Caldwell also praised Neighborhood Assistant K. Russell Ho. Caldwell visits Hawaii Kai for the Nii Nursery, meets old and new friends and finds peace and quiet in the back of the valley. He accompanied the Mayor for the Lunalilo Home Road lighting project community meeting. Caldwell wanted to assure the Board that Mayor Mufi Hannemann cares about Hawaii Kai and wants communication. Call Caldwell at 768-6634.

Comments followed: 1) Natalie Iwasa felt that the ADA-compliant ramps were at a lower priority. Bruce offered to help her request new ramps. 2) At Kamilo Niu Park, Iwasa requested manual instead of automatic lighting. 3) Regarding the contract of $750/week for chicken removal to Aloha Pest Control at the Park and Ride, Board members requested to see the $39,000-per-year contract. They were advised to apply for the contract. Chair Knudsen advised Frank De Giacomo to follow up for Jeanette Hansen. 4) Chair Knudsen requested the Mayor's representative report via e-mail.

Councilmember Charles Djou - Kenny Amazaki reported the City Council was working on Bill 68, relating to the homeowner's real property tax exemption; Bill 67, relating to Shark Tours; and Bill 69, relating to sleeping on sidewalks.

Comments followed: 1) Amazaki was invited to attend the Parks and Recreation meeting on October 7. 2) There were still concerns about public access in the Portlock area. 3) Bill 67 would prevent Shark Tours and grandfather "old" businesses on the North Shore, but they are breaking the law by feeding the sharks.

Governor’s Office representative - Russ Saito reported: 1) There was an 8.3 earthquake in Samoa today. The State Department of Defense (DOD) Adjutant General will send aid. 2) Saito distributed copies of the Governor's web page. 3) Negotiations are ongoing and Reduction-in-Force (RIF, senior employees "bumping" of junior employees) is in progress. 4) The right turn on Keahole project will start in January 2010. 5) Regarding the transitional homes, the State is reviewing the live-in management. 6) An application to convert Ka Iwi lands from urban to conservation was re-submitted to the Land Board. 7) Ann Marie Kirk was awarded “2009 Outstanding Alumnus” of Sacred Hearts Academy for her award winning video/film works and community service..

Comments followed: 1) Natalie Iwasa was not satisfied with last month's Department of Transportation (DOT) report on the planned Keahole right turn lane. She questioned the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). There is not a "free' right turn, but a stop, then right turn from right lane. The bike lane will be marked. DOT will attend the Transportation & Safety Committee meeting in October.

Senator Sam Slom reported: 1) He went with his son to University of Michigan. Gas cost $1.99/gallon in St. Louis. 2) There were hearings on budget and Culture and the Arts. 3) There will be a Small Business Summit "Problems and Prospects of Doing Business in Hawaii" on October 20 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in State Capitol Room 329. 4) Children and Youth Day is on Sunday, October 4. It will be a "celebration," not like the Statehood "commemoration." 5) There are only two legislators, Senator Slom and Representative Bob Herkes, who are involved with HEMIC, Workers Compensation Insurance. 6) Residents can donate old computers to schools.

Senator Fred Hemmings - No report or representative present.

Representative Gene Ward reported: 1) He supports the people of Samoa and their family members in Hawaii. 2) Regarding Ka Iwi, there are no current development applications. A parcel leading to land proposed for the golf academy has changed ownership. 3) Ward recognized Dr. Emogene Yoshimura of Koko Crater Equestrian Center. 4) Farm Day in Kamilonui Valley is October 10, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Negotiations to renew leases start in April 2010.  5) Regarding the Lunalilo Home Road lighting project, kudos to Natalie Iwasa. 6) Thank you, HAW for its presentation on odor control. 6) The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) is working on expanding broadband. 7) The military is bigger than tourism in Hawaii's economy. 8) Thank you to the BWS for the water supplied to the Hahaione area during a recent water main break. 9) There will be a Kaiser High School fund raiser. 10) There will be bills introduced in the Legislature to ban shark tours. They are collecting data and going statewide. 11) A Small Business Summit will be on October 20 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Capitol, Room 329. 12) There is talk of paying the General Excise Tax (GET) in 20 days, not 30 days.

Representative Lyla Berg reported: 1) October is Children and Youth Month. 2) Regarding Shark Tours, the Maui County Council passed a law, and a similar bill is being considered on Kauai.  3) Regarding Samoa, a three-foot rise in the sea level would ruin the infrastructure there and in Hawaii, too. 4) Vote for 50,000 books.  Tomorrow is the last day, so vote often.

OLD BUSINESS:

Continuing Discussion/Action on Hawaii Kai Street Light Project, including the modifications announced by Mayor Hannemann on September 17, and the future status of the deferred Phase I portion on Lunalilo Home Road from Wailua Street to Koamano Street - At the September 17 community meeting, the Mayor announced that the City would defer Phase II and Phase III and many changes will be made. Bulbs will be lowered from 150 watts to 100 watts, they will use flat lens and signs will be consolidated. They will provide landscaping to Wailua Street. Chair Knudsen passed the gavel to Vice Chair Reilly. He offered a resolution to improve the area. Makino mentioned that some people supported the original City project and will vote "yes" with reservations. Clark would be voting against. More discussion followed. R.W. "Dick" Baker, a former Board member, mentioned that public input is requested during the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) process. Iwasa reported that the documents sent to her were not complete.

Knudsen moved; Tanabe seconded that the Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board No. 1 urges the City to: 1) complete the deferred portion of its Hawaii Kai Phase 1 Street Light Project from Wailua Street to the last installed new street light pole at 718 Lunalilo Home Road; 2) fit those 44 new street lights with 75-watt bulbs; and, 3) remove the approximately 16 old poles and 14 overhead wires that criss-cross the road. The motion was NOT ADOPTED, 5-5-1 (AYE: Garvin, Knudsen, Levy, Makino and Reilly; NO: Clark, De Giacomo, Grey, Monk, and Tanabe; ABSTAIN: Isgar).

NEW BUSINESS:

Discussion/Action on Koko Crater Equestrian Center’s status, including its request to use Koko Head Botanical Gardens’ trail for horseback riding - Dr. Emogene Yoshimura gave a brief background of the Koko Crater Stables and trails. For 47 years, they have been serving the community.  The land was gifted to the City by Hawaiian royalty for horse trails. From 1992 to 1997 the trails were closed. The Neighborhood Board helped to re-open trails to horses in 1998. On June 5, 2009, the trails were again closed. Horses provide recreation in an urban setting. Yoshimura was asking for support. Chair Knudsen suggested a motion to urge the City to honor the provision in its contract with the Koko Head Equestrian Center that allows the equestrian center to use the Koko Crater Botanical Garden trails. No such motion was introduced, so the issue was deferred to the Parks and Recreation Committee meeting on October 7. Managing Director Caldwell said he would get a representative of the Department of Enterprise Services to the committee meeting.

Discussion on Independence Day at Maunalua Bay Foundation’s plans to expand its July 4 Hawaii Kai event - Seven people from the Independence Day at Maunalua Bay Foundation proposed a block party for next year’s event that would include closing the portion of Kalanianaole Highway adjacent to the event. There will be more fundraising in November 2009. Chair Knudsen referred this item to Committee Chair René Garvin of the Transportation and Safety Committee.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Parks & Recreation - Aaron Isgar announced the next Parks & Recreation Committee meeting will be on Wednesday, October 7, 2009, at 6:30 p.m. at the Koko Head District Park Community Center.

Transportation & Safety - René Garvin announced the next meeting will be on Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at 6:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. A Department of Transportation Services (DTS) representative will be there. One topic will be a sidewalk repair project. She will send out the committee agenda with the regular meeting agenda.

Education, Community Relations, Communications, Environment, Planning and Zoning and Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO) - No report.

OTHER BOARD ANNOUNCEMENTS:

    
Board Member Announcements - No report.

Board Chair Announcements -

Status of City Council Bill 67 to ban shark tours on Oahu - Chair Knudsen will testify at the future hearings.

Status of Recreational Renaissance “Plan B” and State’s Plan to Charge Non-resident Parking Fees at Makapuu Lighthouse Trail at Ka Iwi, Nuuanu-Pali Lookout, and Six Other State Parks - The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) Plan B will be placed on the October meeting's agenda.

Deletion of Boards’ Refreshment Budget as of September 2 - To save money in the City's budget, the Neighborhood Commission Office (NCO) deleted the Refreshments Budget of $120.00 from all Boards’ budgets.

Correspondence - The City Clerk's Office's Office requested that Chair Knudsen file his monthly agenda via fax instead of a pdf file via e-mail.  As Mayor's representative Gordon Bruce is the Director of Department of Information Technology (DIT), he was asked to look into this, as faxing is technologically backwards from e-mail.

CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS:

• The next regular Board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, 2009, 7:00 p.m., at the Hahaione

            Elementary School Cafeteria.

• Hawaii Kai Neighborhood Board regular meetings are broadcast every Tuesday of the month at 9:00 p.m. on Olelo Channel 54. Check TV listings to confirm schedule.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 10:01 p.m.

Submitted by:

K. Russell Ho

Neighborhood Assistant

Reviewed by:

Greg Knudsen

Chairperson