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KAHALU'U NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD

      DRAFT REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009                                                                                                                                                       

KEY PROJECT

Call To Order – Chair Henkin called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. With a quorum of 10 members present, this 15 member Board requires 8 members for a quorum and to take official Board action.  

Members Present – Keliko Hoe, David Henkin, D. Keala Naluai, Ned Busch, Kurt Mench (arrived at 7:25 p.m.), Rocky Kaluhiwa, Ken LeVasseur, Mark Valencia, Amy Luersen, Elwin Spray (arrived at 7:12 p.m.), Rich Vermeesch and Gregory Geboski.                                                                                                                                                                

Members Absent – Richard Garcia, Jean-Paul Renoir, and Daniel Bender.   

Guests – Ernie Martin (Mayor Hannemann’s representative), Major Alan Crouch (Marine Corps Base Hawai‘i-MCBH), Lt. John Cheong (Honolulu Police Department-HPD), Firefighter R. Libed (Honolulu Fire Department-HFD), Jiro Sumada (Governor Lingle’s representative), Barry Usagawa (Board of Water Supply-BWS), Michael Sakata (Councilmember Dela Cruz’s office), Jackie Miyashiro (Representative Wooley’s office), Jim Niermann, Linda Reed, Marlene Lindsey, Ralph Foulger, Halona Tanner, Lokelani Correa, Brian Nuss, Guy Nakamoto, Jorge & Cheri Leong, and Mary Chanel-Benjamin (Neighborhood Commission Office-NCO).

INFORMATIONAL SESSION:

Honolulu Fire Department Report – Firefighter Libed reported there were 3 rubbish fires, 36 medical and 5 miscellaneous emergencies in the district. Fire Safety Tip: Fire, building and United States postal codes and City ordinances state that property owners shall place their house numbers in such a manner so it is legible and readily visible from the street. This will assist the HFD and other first responders in locating your house quickly in the event of an emergency.

Honolulu Police Department Report – Lt. Vines circulated the March 2009 statistics which included: 19 burglaries, 11 graffiti, 10 motor vehicle thefts, 30 unauthorized entry into motor vehicles (UEMV). He will be in contact with Valencia regarding pending report of a major fight in ‘Ahuimanu involving about 30 residents HPD was scheduled for an on-site assessment as part of a program to achieve reaccreditation by verifying it meets professional standards. The public was invited to phone in comments at 599-0050 by April 27, between 12:30 and 4:30 p.m. The public was also invited to attend a public comment session on April 27 at 715 South King Street, Suite 500; the session begins at 7:00 p.m. and there was limited street parking. Telephone comments and appearances will be limited to ten minutes; a copy of the standards was available for review at the Alapai headquarters at 801 South Beretania Street, Monday through Friday. Written comments may be sent to: Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, 10302 Eaton Place, Suite 100, Fairfax, Virginia, 22030-2215.

State Department of Land & Natural Resources (DLNR)-Division of Conservation & Resources Enforcement (DOCARE) – There was no representative and no report available.

Announcements:

1. The next Board meeting was scheduled for May 13, 2009; 7:00 p.m. at KEY Project, 47-200 Waihe’e Road.
2. Please support the current NB No. 29 food drive; bring a non-perishable food can to the meeting.

Residents’/Community Concerns:

1)       C. Leong distributed information regarding the preliminary plan for the Polynesian Shopping Center site located at 47-525 Kamehameha Highway, previously known as Noriko’s of Hawaii. The shopping center will offer a “stop-shop-eat-retreat” type atmosphere and will take some time to renovate the facility. Vendors, crafters and lunch wagon concessions will also be involved in sub-leasing outdoor vending spaces. Some added benefits for Kahalu’u residents, as well as our visitors traveling around the island, were as follows: Clean up and create a welcoming environment at a location which has been a source of community concern; meet community needs such as farmers’ market; and motivate local vendors to promote the Hawaiian culture experience in Kahalu’u. C. Leong and partner, Jorge both have extensive experience in vending businesses as they both have been successful business owners. Chair Henkin said he will add the proposal to the May agenda.

Spray arrived at 7:12 p.m.; 11 members present.

Board of Water Supply (BWS) Report – B. Usagawa reported 1 main break on March 21 at 46-576 Kamehameha Highway. Water Meter Maintenance: BWS conducted thousand of water quality tests and maintained over 2,000 miles of pipeline to ensure that the water delivered directly to resident property’s water meters was safe to drink. BWS was responsible for maintaining and repairing water mains, meter boxes and water meter itself. Customers were responsible for the water delivered after the meter into homes or businesses; therefore, it was critical that property owners make sure the pipes and water fixtures were well cared for. If leaks were present on properties, the customer will ultimately be responsible for paying the water bill and water wasted through a leak. If a leak is noticed in water meters or to shut off water service for any reason, call 748-5000. Do not attempt any repairs or modifications to the meter boxes.  Keeping meter box area clear of grass and debris can assist BWS crew to easily access meter boxes. More information can be obtained at: www.boardofwatersupply.com.

Marine Corps Base Hawai‘i (MCBH) Report – Major Crouch circulated MCBH’s newsletter and reported: 1) MCAF Hours of Operations were: Monday – Thursday: 7:00 a.m. to midnight; Fridays: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Holidays: CLOSED. Community Relations Specialist Linda Reed will be attending meetings on behalf of MCBH in the event of Major Crouch’s absence. MCBH News and Participated Events for April 2009 were as followed: Hosted Keith Code’s California Super-bike School with 97 service members trained in the safe operation of their motorcycles; provided firing detail for ex-POW/MIA Ceremony at Punchbowl Memorial Cemetery; supported Eagle Young Marines, youth color guard from Oceanside California. Easter Services on Ft. Hase Beach; USMC color guard provided for Youth Parade in downtown; Earth Day Expo environmental educational activities and programs; Boy Scout Makahiki at Sandy Beach; Lanikai Triathlon host; Hawaii Military Appreciation Month Ceremony on USS Missouri. Homecoming and Deployments: Deployed were Marine Heavy Helicopters Squadron 362; 3^rd Marine Regiment HQ; 3^rd Combat Logistics Bn.; 3^rd Bn. 3^rd Regiment, and other detachments and augmentees. 12^th Marine Regiment is returning later this month and leaving soon was 2^nd Bn., 3^rd Marine Regiment to Afghanistan. Unit History: 3^rd Battalion, 3^rd Marine Regiment “America’s Battalion (AB)” (3/3): 3/3 was an infantry battalion in the USMC based out of MCBH and consisted of 800 Marines and Sailors. Known as AB, the unit falls under the 3^rd Marine Regiment, originally from Camp Lejeune North Carolina in 1942 and saw action on both Bougainville and Guam during WWII. The unit was disbanded until 1951 when it was reformed as part of the new USMC force expansion to MCBH. In 1953 the 3^rd Battalion, 3^rd Marines came to Hawaii while the other two battalions of the 3^rd went to the Mojave Desert. The battalion was alerted for possible deployment during the 1956 Suez War and the 1958 intervention in Lebanon. In 1965, they were deployed to Vietnam and participated in Operation Starlite, the first major USMC engagement of that conflict. The battalion continued to see major action through the Vietnam War (VW) and rotated back to the United States in 1969. Around the end of the VW, 3^rd Battalion was deactivated for a second time in 1974. And, in 1975 was reformed for the third time at MCBH which they conducted numerous deployments in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Major Crouch said that, due to sensitive information involving all branches of the military, an approval from the Navy, Army and Federal Aviation Agency was pending in order to release further information and/or give a presentation regarding flight patterns as requested by the Board’s concerns over noise associated with aviation operations.

Kane‘ohe Bay Regional Council (KBRC) Report – Art Machado reported Ken Ito has supported HB586 to disband KBRC due to insufficient Board members’ participation and failing to hold meetings as scheduled. However, the KBRC Board met every three months and only missed one meeting due to insufficient quorum, so A. Machado was not sure what K. Ito was referring to when he accused members of not showing up to meet. To make it less of a problem should KBRC not have quorum at a meeting, it should meet every other month.  Since KBRC members are volunteers, it saves the State money.  It took many years to form KBRC with assistance from two Neighborhood Boards and the community. It was reported last year that DOCARE had hired 21 new officers; however, there were only four patrol officers currently patrolling the majority of the island due to current budget cuts.  This was clearly not reasonable given the problems at the Ahu ‘o Laka sandbar as a major holiday approaches.

Questions, answers and concerns:

1)       Henkin said he would inform WAM chair Donna Mercado Kim regarding the Board’s support for KBRC.

Mench arrived at 7:25 p.m.; 12 members present.

2)       Kaluhiwa said she testified against HB586 and voiced her opinion that KBRC was the voice of the people to protect Kane’ohe Bay and its resources. Gary Moniz along with three other DOCARE officers reportedly has left the department due to downsizing. She also said KBRC Board meetings have become difficult to continue as members arrive late while others leave early; therefore no one was accountable and support for the bay was diminishing. She suggested the Governor should step in and re-confirm members who will commit to showing up. A. Machado agreed as it took about 10 years to form the KBRC to only come to a disappointing end which was not the voice of the people rather those that have no interest in protecting the bay. The community will suffer consequences especially the State agency when another fatal incident happens at the bay.

3)       A constituent said the Board and community were receiving incomplete information about Kane’ohe Bay patrol; the State’s four DOCARE officers were not the only personnel patrolling Kane’ohe Bay. The community should also be aware that the Coast Guard and MCBH were also patrolling Kane’ohe Bay especially during peak hours.

4)       Mench questioned how the Legislature could sunset KBRC when DLNR had never promulgated rules for Kane’ohe Bay.

Treasurer’s Report – Chair Henkin reported in the month of March 2009 the Operation Account expended $45.74 for print and postage of minutes leaving a balance of $ 993.07; the Publicity Account balance remained at $177.78; the Refreshment Account remained at $54.97. This left a closing appropriated balance of $1,225.82.

PRESENTATIONS ON COMMUNITY PROJECTS:

A. New Recycling Center at 47-703 Kamehameha Highway – J. Souza reported RRR Recycling Center (RRRRC) will be open seven days a week; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There are no other recycling centers from Windward Mall to Kahuku. This public service will encourage residents to recycle and will entail same rules as all others H-5 centers on Oahu. RRRRC was mandated to follow strict sanitation rules to prevent the spread of common pests attracted to foods. RRRRC was expected to open another center at Windward Mall in May 2009 with hopes to have 10 more centers throughout Oahu. RRRRC has received City permits to proceed both with planning and operations. All concerns or questions should be directed to RRR Recycling Center management.

Questions, answers and concerns:

1)       Luersen and others asked about the traffic plan, the site plan, how many cars could be stacked on-site at one time, and what permits were needed (including whether the center was a permitted or special use in the SMA).  J. Souza did not know, but said he would report at the next Board meeting.

B. Proposed Subdivision at 47-605 Melekula Road – J. Niermann reported the owner was considering subdividing the 8-acre, AG-2 property into 20 home lots (if rezoned to R-10), 8 lots (if rezoned to country), or 4 lots (if it remained AG-2). A portion of the property is P-1; any zone change would affect only the AG-2 portion. Rezoning would trigger the need for an environmental assessment, since the property lies just outside the urban boundary, requiring a sustainable community boundary amendment.  The property also has no street lights and each individual property will propose individual septic systems with R2 water function. The property will remain a family ownership residence with plans to create a homeowners association.

Questions, answers and concerns:

1)       A constituent was concerned about limited visibility as cars pull onto ‘Ahuimanu Road, creating a safety hazard.

2)       Luersen was concerned about changing the urban growth boundary, which would lead to sprawl.  J. Niermann promised to give the Board notice if a boundary amendment was pursued, requiring an environmental assessment.

C. Expansion of Curbside Recycling to Ahuimanu Area – S. Jones reported that curbside recycling would begin in the ‘Ahuimanu area on May 4, with the rest of the Board area following in November 2009.  There have been positive results with 96% participation, and less than 4% contamination with non-recyclables, according to reports from areas already on the integrated recycling system. When the program is fully rolled out, it should divert 100,000 tons annually from the landfill.  The collection will be twice a week, with one day designated for refuse pickup and the other for recycling pickup. REYCYCLABLES (Blue Cart): The blue cart was for aluminum cans, glass, plastics, newspapers and corrugated cardboards. HI-5 Redemption Centers and Community Recycling Bins were also available for redemption of items. GREEN WASTE (Green Cart): The green cart was for green waste. City Convenience Centers and Composting Facilities were also available to receive items. REFUSE (Gray Cart): The gray cart was used for household trash other than recyclables and green waste. Bulky items can be taken to City Convenience Centers, City Transfer Stations or Landfill. Other suggested recycling and disposal information to encourage recycling: Condominium – reimbursement for program startup costs available up to $2,000; Businesses – reduce waste and save on disposal costs, online resources, design guidelines and model programs; Bulky Items – regular monthly pickup schedules for all areas of the island; Household Hazardous Items – Bi-monthly drop-off events; Education & School Fairs – learn more about Tour de Trash projects and activities to educate children and raise funds for their schools. More information was available online at: www.opala.org.

D. Declaration of Board Member’s Seat Vacancies – Chair Henkin said, according to the City Neighborhood Plan Section 2-14-106(d), a Board member missing three regular meetings within the one year period beginning July 1 ending June 30, 2009, may have their seat deemed vacant by the Board. Members were sent notices by United States Postal Service registered or certified mail with return receipt request. NA, M. Chanel-Benjamin noted that a return receipt was received for only member Hoe when the April agenda was due; however, member Mench’s return receipt has not been received by NCO yet. Hoe apologized for missed meetings due to teaching evening courses; however, he has completed the semester and should be available for the duration of the term year. Naluai and Kaluhiwa both recommended not declaring any seats vacant due to possible loss of quorum and being the term was almost ending come June 2009. Vermeesch moved and Spray seconded to allow Hoe to remain on the Board regardless of the three missed meetings.  Luersen and LeVasseur said they thought the Board should only make a motion if it wanted to declare a seat vacant, not to allow members to remain on the Board.  The motion WAS adopted; 9-0-3. (Aye: Busch, Geboski, Henkin, Kaluhiwa, Mench, Naluai, Valencia, Spray and Vermeesch. Abstain: Hoe, Luersen and LeVasseur).  Chair Henkin suggested the Board add to tonight’s agenda whether to declare Mench’s seat vacant. The motion WAS adopted; 11-1-0. (Aye: Busch, Geboski, Henkin, Hoe, Kaluhiwa, Luersen, LeVasseur, Naluai, Valencia, Spray and Vermeesch. No: Mench). Naluai moved and Kaluhiwa seconded to allow Mench to remain on the Board regardless of the three missed meetings. The motion WAS adopted; 10-0-2. (Aye: Busch, Geboski, Henkin, Hoe, Kaluhiwa, Luersen, Mench, Valencia, Spray and Vermeesch. Abstain: LeVasseur and Naluai).

Chair Henkin said a new Neighborhood Board Agenda Template was adopted by Neighborhood Commission for use beginning with the May 2009 regular meeting agenda. The information was received after the April agenda was approved for distribution; therefore, a two thirds vote was needed to discuss the issue tonight. Vermeesch moved and LeVasseur seconded to allow discussion regarding the new agenda template during tonight’s meeting. Valencia said review time should be allowed for information distributed tonight in order for him to make a decision regarding the new template. Chair Henkin said it was a time sensitive issue he would like to discuss tonight during the approval of minutes in item No. 10 of tonight’s agenda.  The motion WAS adopted; 11-0-1. (Aye: Busch, Geboski, Henkin, Hoe, Kaluhiwa, Luersen, LeVasseur, Mench, Naluai, Spray and Vermeesch. Abstain: Valencia).    

REPORTS BY PUBLIC OFFICIALS: 

Mayor Hannemann’s Report – E. Martin reported previous concern updates; 1) The City is investigating who has jurisdiction over the chain linked fence parcel leading into the Kahalu’u Regional Park (KRP-mauka side) mountain side. If the City has jurisdiction, it will take enforcement action against trucks parked there. 2) The tree growing in ‘Ahuimanu Stream has been removed. 3)  Repairs on the seawall have been scheduled for May. 

Governor Lingle’s Report – J. Sumada reported: 1) The State does not have jurisdiction over the land surrounding the Waikane Stream bridge.  It belongs to the City, which should put up fencing to stop illegal off-road vehicles at the Waikane Stream. DOT would not recommend installing guardrails to stop ORVs since they would take up a portion of the shoulder that is used by bicycles and are properly installed only for safety, not to protect property. 2) Federal stimulus funds cannot be used to cover DOCARE enforcement on Kane’ohe Bay.  J. Sumada to investigate whether federal community policing money can be used, but those funds are usually limited to urban areas. 3) The tree at He’eia Park was not trimmed by the State agency; it was believed a homeless person did the trimming of the yellow tree reported by Kaluhiwa. 4) The street lights at the Hui Iwa project will be adjusted once construction was completed.

Questions, answers and concerns:

1)       Naluai noted that ORVs exiting Waikane Stream did pose a safety threat to vehicles on Kamehameha Highway, warranting a guardrail.

2)       Kaluhiwa asked the State to consider returning the Department of Labor’s unemployment drop off box to the Kane’ohe office and to allow walk-in appointments one day a week. She appreciated the increased hours at the Kawa Street facility to accommodate residents; however, phone lines were always busy and long lines at the office was not accommodating those just needing to drop off unemployment benefit reports which was a time sensitive item in order to receive benefits on time.

3)       Spray suggested the State look at the Hygenic Store location with its weekend vendor crowd as it posed a traffic hazard with so much traffic in the area.  If it’s DOT property, the Hygienic Store should not be renting the space.  The banyan tree also should be trimmed.

4)       Spray also reported a vehicle has been parked at the town direction of the Wilson Tunnel for the past week or so now. Also, the lights on the roadway inside Wilson Tunnel were not functioning during power outages.  Reflective lane markers should be used.

5)       LeVasseur asked when the work on Kahekili Highway between West Hui ‘Iwa and East Hui ‘Iwa would be completed.  J. Sumada said the work should be done in early December 2009.

6)       Vermeesch said the landscaping on Kahekili Highway looked good and commended those involved.  A. Machado asked how much it would cost to clean the remaining walls along Kahekili Highway to the Likelike Highway intersection.

7)       Chair Henkin noted that state law requires DOT to incorporate bicycle lanes when highway work is done and asked why the current project on Kahekili Highway between West Hui ‘Iwa and East Hui ‘Iwa did not include a bicycle path.

United States Representative Hirono’s Report – No representative was present.

Councilmember Dela Cruz’s Report – M. Sakata reported: 1) The Councilmember has introduced a public health, safety and welfare legislative package to enhance the security and welfare of residents. Initiatives included the following: bicycle lockers at city facilities, implement a green bike box lane program, develop a cycle-sharing system on O’ahu, installation of in-road lighting and traffic safety devices, expedite the installation of new civil defense emergency sirens and repairs, and determine if the City’s current fleet of ambulances and emergency vehicles was sufficient to support O’ahu’s needs.

Questions, answers and concerns:

1)       Mench was concerned regarding an unstable bank on Kamehameha Highway near Lulani Street.  During heavy rains, mud slips into the roadway, posing a safety threat.  He and K. LeVasseur offered to show the City the specific location.

2)       Spray asked for the Councilmember to look into RRR Recyling’s new site if a commercial street usage permit was needed in event they will have a backlog of traffic onto the main street.

3)       Luersen suggested the City track potential rezoning of agricultural land to prevent potential loss and problems generated from such rezoning.  

Senator Hee’s Report – No representative was present.

Representative Wooley’s Report – J. Miyashiro reported: 1) Kahalu’u and Ka’a’awa Elementary Schools were being considered for closure due to budget constraints.  2) Representative Wooley was seeking CIP funds to refurbish Kahalu’u classrooms and install solar panels.  CIP funding was also being sought for Waiahole and Waikane stream flood control and for district bridge repairs and maintenance. 3) HB 1552 was up for third reading; this may authorize DLNR to issue long-term residential leases to qualified persons in Kahana Park, the State’s only living park. 4) HB 1713 is moving forward and may authorize State civil defense to enter private property to mitigate hazardous situations that pose threats to neighbors after giving the landowner notice and a reasonable opportunity to mitigate hazardous conditions. The State may then seek recovery or reimbursement from the property owners. 5) HB 763 would authorize the use of grey water for watering gardens and other non-potable uses.  6) Representative Wooley was also working on budget, ceded lands, and OHA issues and was trying to ensure lower and middle class families would not be affected by any tax increases.

Valencia left at 9:45 p.m.  11 members present.

Questions, answers and concerns:

1)       A. Machado thanked Representative Wooley, K. LeVasseur and the rest of the Board for helping the community address threats from G. Kawamoto’s property.  Just having HB 1713 moving forward at the Legislature has prompted G. Kawamoto’s representatives to set a meeting with neighbors to see what work needs to be done.

2)       Geboski asked about the timetable for a decision on school closures.  J. Miyashiro said the State was still waiting to see what federal money may be available, but Ka’a’awa Elementary was at great risk of closing.

3)       Luersen urged Representative Wooley to talk to former Senator McCartney about the importance of keeping KBRC.

Neighborhood Assistant M. Chanel-Benjamin left the meeting at 10:00 p.m. Board Secretary was to continue meeting documentation.

AGENDA ITEMS FOR MAY 13, 2009 MEETING: Chair Henkin proposed possible agenda items for the next NB meeting: 1) Proposed “Polynesian Shopping Center” at former Noriko’s site; 2) follow-up on new recycling center on Kamehameha Highway; 3) MCBH presentation on noise and aviation operations, if ready; 4) LeVasseur’s proposal about use of new technology at KNB meetings.  In addition, Naluai requested an opportunity to make a presentation about this year’s Windward Community Holiday Program.  The proposed agenda items reflected the consensus of the Board members present.

APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES:  Chair Henkin passed the gavel to Vice-Chair Luersen, who had presided over the February 11, 2009 meeting.

1)       Vermeesch proposed that the minutes reflect that he was present.  He also proposed the following correction: on page 7, item 1 under “Questions, answers and concerns” under the discussion of whether to declare his seat vacant, “explained he had personal problems” should be changed to “cited personal reasons.”

2)       Geboski proposed the following text for the portion of the minutes following the departure of NA Chanel-Benjamin:

“APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES:

“The January 14, 2009 meeting minutes were adopted with the following amendments:

“…

5)       Page 6; under Mayor Hannemann’s concerns No. 3, remove the word “huge”, also add “in the ground near the wall,” replacing “in the pavement”

“The minutes of the January 14, 2009 meeting were APPROVED as amended, 8 yes, 0 nay.

“UPDATE ON WATER USE & DEVELOPMENT PLAN PIG – PIG chair Luersen reported that the PIG received responses from Board of Water Supply, but still had questions. The PIG met with Board of Water Supply and planners, and the focus of that conversation was to try to get more information and start the community conversation at a higher level. A special meeting which will include community members is scheduled for February 25.

“COMMITTEE REPORTS – None.

“Adjournment – Acting Chair Luersen adjourned the meeting at 10:15 p.m.”

3)       Luersen proposed the following corrections:  on page 3, in the discussion of KBRC, “sine” should be changed to “since;” and, on page 5, in the discussion of the DTS median project, “Given he earlier community input” should be changed to “Given the earlier community input.”

4)       Busch proposed the following correction:  on page 7, item 5 under “Questions, answers and concerns” under the discussion of whether to declare his seat vacant, the comment attributed to Busch should be deleted.

5)       The Board APPROVED the February 11, 2009 minutes, as amended; 9-0-1 (Aye: Busch, Geboski, Hoe, Kaluhiwa, Luersen, LeVasseur, Mench, Naluai, and Vermeesch.  Abstain: Henkin.  Excused: Spray).

Naluai left at 10:10 p.m.  10 members present.

NEW AGENDA TEMPLATE:  Chair Henkin asked Vice-Chair Luersen to continue presiding over the meeting and expressed concerns about the new agenda template proposed by the NCO.  The representatives of the Mayor and Councilmember Dela Cruz should be in attendance during discussion of community concerns and projects rather than having their reports at the beginning of the agenda.  In addition, members of the community should not have to sit through Board discussion of past meeting minutes before getting to matters of community concern.

Busch left at 10:25 p.m.  9 members present.

Henkin moved and Vermeesch seconded for the Kahalu’u Neighborhood Board No. 29 to adopt the following resolution:  “WHEREAS, the Kahalu'u Neighborhood Board No. 29 has developed an order of business that responds to the needs of its community; and WHEREAS, the Kahalu'u Neighborhood Board No. 29 recognizes the need for the Chair to retain the authority to modify the order of business as s/he deems appropriate prior to the agenda's publication; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Kahalu'u Neighborhood Board No. 29 adopts as its agenda template the order of business set forth on its April 8, 2009 agenda; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that  the Kahalu'u Neighborhood Board No. 29 affirms the discretion and authority of the Chair to modify as s/he deems appropriate the order of business for each Board meeting prior to publication of the meeting agenda; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution shall be distributed within the City and County of Honolulu to its Mayor, the Neighborhood Commission Office, and Councilmember Donovan Dela Cruz.  The motion was ADOPTED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT (9-0-0).

Chair Henkin resumed presiding over the meeting.

UPDATE ON WATER USE & DEVELOPMENT PLAN PIG:  Water Use PIG Chair Luersen reported that BWS consultants would seek community input on the Ko’olaupopo Watershed Management Plan on April 29, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at KEY Project.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:  Preservation of Hawaiian Heritage Committee Chair Hoe reported that a program focusing on kalo would take place at Windward Community College, Akoakoa 101, on April 15 and 29, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT: Chair Henkin adjourned the meeting at 10:33 p.m.

Submitted by M. Chanel-Benjamin           Reviewed by Chair Henkin