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AIEA NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD

MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING

MONDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2006

AIEA LIBRARY CONFERENCE ROOM

CALL TO ORDER: Chair Clark called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Jane Sugimura, Tracy Arakaki, Ryan Distajo, Ruby Hargrave, William Clark, Monica Texeira, Sam Heth, Ross Lee, Ron Mobley. There is one vacancy, in Subdistrict 1.

MEMBERS ABSENT: Wilbert Ho (excused), Sandra Thompson (excused), Martha Aldinger (excused), David Arakawa, George Passmore.

GUESTS: Breene Harimoto (Councilmember Gary Okino’s Office), Eli Iremia, Joshua Ah Nee, Ty Ah Nee, Errol Kaaa, Travis Lefrandt, and C. Aloisio (Boy Scout Troop 528); Amy Tsuneyoshi (Board of Water Supply), Gary Omori and Pat Lee (Hi-Capacity Transit Corridor Project), Sharleen Oshiro (Councilmember Romy Cachola’s Office), Captain Robert Main (Honolulu Fire Department – Aiea), Representative Lynn Finnegan, Jim Lyon (Lyon Associates), Dean Ontai (Leeward Current), Claire Tamamoto (Aiea Community Association), Susan Sheldon, Suzette Adversalo, Warren Munro, Ross Tsukenjo (Senator Donna Kim’s Office), Randall Sumida (Mayor’s Office), Lt. Grant Arakawa and Officer Damien Bar (Honolulu Police Department – District 3, Pearl City), Jeff Mikulina (Governor’s Office/Charter Commission), Nola J. Frank (Neighborhood Commission Office staff)

ROLL CALL OF BOARD MEMBERS: Eight members were present (Clark, Sugimura, Mobley, Heth, Distajo, Ruby Hargrave, Texeira, Lee).

INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS: Tonight’s guests introduced themselves.

PUBLIC SERVICE REPORTS:

HONOLULU FIRE DEPARTMENT (HFD) – The Fire Department left on an emergency call. Chair Clark read the following:

• September statistics included 1 structure, 1 brush, 2 rubbish, 1 vehicle, 45 medical, 9 hazardous conditions (auto accidents, hazardous materials, etc.), 2 service calls, 12 good intent (cancelled en route/services not needed), 12 false alarms; 1 major incident – building fire on Iwaena Street, with 9 companies responding. The cause is under investigation.

·        Fire Safety Tip: When selecting Halloween costumes, ensure that they are flame-resistant, made of lightweight fabric, brightly colored, and clearly visible to motorists. Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape. Keep the length of costumes short to prevent tripping. A natural mask of cosmetics is better than a mask that may restrict breathing or obscure vision. Children should carry flashlights to light their way.

• The Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) would like to remind the community that the HFD provides assistance to the Honolulu Emergency Services Department (HESD) by responding cooperatively when the need for emergency arises. Due to the Honolulu Fire Department’s 42 fire stations and the Honolulu Emergency Services Department’s ambulance units, we are able to respond expeditiously in a very short amount of time to provide quality patient care and protect the citizens of the City and County of Honolulu.

HONOLULUPOLICE DEPARTMENT (HPD) – Lt. reported the following:

1)     Statistics for the month of September included auto theft 36, auto theft recovery 18, burglary 18, criminal property damage (includes graffiti) 32, sex assault 1, theft 60, UEMV (unauthorized entry into a motor vehicle) 50, calls for service 1,821 (27% of all calls – Aiea).

2)     Follow up by Lt. Arakawa:

Ø      Speeding on Kaonohi Street – Currently officers are clocking speeders with radar laser guns, giving warnings, and issuing citations. Monitoring of the area will continue. It was added that all feeder streets to Moanalua Road are being enforced to curtail speeding. Speed monitor trailers are also put out in neighborhoods showing a driver the speed he/she is traveling. The purpose is to educate the public.

Ø      Pamoho Place – There is a “no parking” sign on a fence that is obstructed by tree branches. Officers are aware of the “no parking” signage and do enforce the law.

Ø      Items thrown from the Pearl Regency Condominium onto Neighboring Properties – This issue was brought to the attention of the police last month. The advice was having residents of the neighboring properties file reports for HPD follow up. Sugimura relayed that the resident manager of the Pearl 1 condominium keeps a list of complaints, and pointed out lit cigarettes is an item thrown frequently.  A person recently caught was fined $500.00. Issues are also put in the condominium association’s newsletter. Lt. Arakawa advised that at the next condominium association meeting residents should be encouraged to call 911 and file a report when problems occur. It was noted if security receives such complaints they should notify the police.

Questions, answers and comments:

1)     Information if speeding is happening on the newly opened Halewiko Road will be passed on to the day watch.

2)     A resident expressed concern about kids loitering in the Halewiko Road area after high school events. Officer Bar replied a few issues have occurred with outsiders being rowdy and noisy where special duty officers had to call for assistance. Chair Clark requested to have officers’ patrol the area after football games. Lt. Arakawa reiterated everyone should call 911 to report problems. The caller can remain anonymous, but it is better to meet with the responding officer even if somewhere else in the vicinity.

Lt. Arakawa and Officer Damien Bar were thanked for attending the meeting.

BOARD OF WATER SUPPLY (BWS) – Amy Tsuneyoshi gave the following report:

1)     There was one main break for the month of September at Kinoole Place. An eight-inch cast iron main that was installed in 1955. As the useful lifespan of the current mains ends, BWS is spending millions of dollars to replace them to insure reliable water service and help prevent main breaks. This is one of the many ways BWS continues to be the stewards of O’ahu’s precious water.

2)     Safety and Security at BWS Facilities – With the recent concerns about security, and the increasing problem of theft and vandalism of public property, the BWS has been proactive in their efforts to protect the safety of our water supply. Having the community as a partner to help keep an eye on various properties, especially the remote ones, is something that is very important. The BWS would like to remind everyone that should you see anything that looks out of the ordinary or suspicious occurring at one of the sites, your first call should be to the police. BWS appreciates receiving calls from the general public alerting them to incidents, but calling the law enforcement first allows them to respond faster to the situation, instead of relying on second hand information.

3)     Water Conservation Tip – Use a broom to clean up your driveway. Eliminating even a weekly five-minute pavement hose down can save between 625 and 2500 gallons of water per year depending on the flow rate and frequency use.

4)     Follow up will be done relative to the Kaonohi Street sidewalk. The code patch was done and should be completed with concrete.

Amy Tsuneyoshi was thanked for attending the meeting.

BOARD OF EDUCATION – Shirley Robinson was unable to attend tonight’s meeting. The BOE Highlights was available for interested persons to review.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES-SEPTEMBER 2006: The following corrections/additions were made:

• Page 1, Guests should read, “...Claire Tamamoto...”

• Page 6, second paragraph, first line should read, “...Warren Munro (twice)...”
• Page 6, third paragraph, fourth line should read, “...Munro...”
• Page 8, Representative Lynn Finnegan should read, “...Representative Finnegan announced copies of her monthly report were available in the back, a “revitalization plan” is in progress as a graffiti eradication project for the Makalapa area. Aiea Elementary School has made “no child left behind” goals.

Without objections the September 2006 minutes were accepted as corrected.

Arakaki arrived during the above portion of the meeting (9 members present).

TREASURER’S REPORT – Mobley reported previous balance in the Operating Account $1400.96, expenditures were $68.43 leaving a balance of $1332.53; Publicity Account - $523 additional newsletter funds were added leaving a balance of $400.10. Previously the account was minus $122.90; the Refreshment Account remains at $120.00. The report was accepted subject to audit.

Ron Mobley was thanked for the report.

COMMUNITY CONCERNS:

Delayed Traffic Signal at the intersection of Ulune Street and Halewiko Road – A resident expressed concern that the new stoplight restricts drivers from turning down towards 7-11 or Times Supermarket from Ulune Street. Due to the one lane people turning down creates a backlog of traffic because the stoplight takes a long time before changing. The resident was asked to fill out a Mayor’s concern form for follow up.

COMMUNITY REPORTS:

Aiea Community Association – Claire Tamamoto reported the next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 23, 2006, at 7:00 p.m. The Center has computers available for public use during day hours, and is sometimes used by small groups and businesses for meetings. Outreach Day will be happening on Sunday, October 29, 2006 at the Makalapa District Park from 12 to 5 p.m. Volunteers, entertainers, and tent owners are being sought for this event. For more information contact Claire Tamamoto at clairet@hawaii.rr.com or call her cell at 429-1282.

Claire Tamamoto was thanked for attending the meeting.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Selection of Representative for Board Vacancy, Sub-District 1 – There was no interested person present to fill the vacancy.

Proposed Nextel Antenna Facility at 98-302 Kamehameha Highway – Representative Finnegan reported the Nextel representative is on vacation and won’t be returning until October 10 or 12. There was no update to report.

Discussion followed: Chair Clark relayed that Board member Sugimura took photos of the proposed antenna site next to Boston Pizza, which were circulated. The tree in the middle of the parking lot must be removed and via another photo angle the generator would be installed close to a residence. He stated that the Board has concerns about that. Sugimura mentioned that she visited the residence twice, but no one was home. She will go back and leave a note on the door. In addition, Chair Clark noted that the Aiea Community Association has drafted a letter in opposition to the proposed antenna site asking the Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) to hold off approving the permit until the issues are resolved. Tamamoto added that the association has the same concerns as the board. She said that input from the community and DPP is needed so that the antenna tower is not installed because it is strongly opposed by the community.

Chair Clark asked Mayor’s representative Sumida what is the Department of Planning and Permit’s policy.  Sumida replied he did not know the technicalities but his research found that Nextel would still have to approach DPP for a permit. The City mandates the codes and ordinances. Chair Clark asked Sumida if he could go to DPP on behalf of the Board asking them to hold off issuing of the permit reiterating until the issues are resolved. The response would be referred to Mayor’s representative David Tanoue to report at the November Board meeting.

Relative to the photos, Representative Finnegan noted that the antenna would be installed in the middle of the parking lot and the according to the photo the tree looks a little to the side. Munro added that the pictures are deceiving. The proposal from DPP indicates that the building would have to be moved to the center, but not where.

Chair explained to a guest that the Board had recommended four different alternate sites for the antenna towers. The City informed us that wireless companies are allowed to install antenna towers. However, they should be installed where it is best for the community. When it was suggested to install the antenna on the electric poles (HECO), the Nextel representative said it would be too costly. A notice letter sent to the owners of the Farhni property was received two days prior to the Board meeting.

NEW BUSINESS:

Kamehameha Drive-in Theater Property-changing Entry Location for Swap Meet – Chair Clark spoke with Councilmember Okino and both decided moving the entrance would create the same backlog of cars currently ongoing at the intersection of Moanalua Road and Kaonohi Street. They are awaiting a response from the Department of Transportation Services.

Westridge Shopping Center – Chez Monique Noise Issue – Chair Clark reported that the resident manager for Harbor Pointe wrote a letter to the Liquor Commission and others pertaining to the noise issue. He requested a copy of the letter and to date has not received one.

Honolulu Transportation Alternatives – Pat Lee, Gary Omori and Jim Lyons gave the following presentation:

Purpose and Need – moderate traffic congestion, improve linkages (Kapolei, UH Manoa, Urban Center, Waikiki), improve reliability (faster more reliable transit), provide an alternative to private auto, improve equity, and support growth. The project corridor would run from Kapolei to Waikiki including UH Manoa.

1. Range alternatives include:
2.  
1. Alternative 1: No Build – a) existing bus system including current programmed enhancements and expansion to support growth including projects in the O’ahu Regional Transportation Plan, H-1 Improvements, which includes approximately $3 billion dollars island wide in transportation improvements.
2. Alternative 2:Transportation System Management – Construction of new low-cost transit facilities (park-and-ride lots, transit centers), expanded bus service, everything including No Build.
3. Alternative 3: Managed Lane - Everything including No Build, construction of a two-lane graded-separated roadway from Waipahu to Iwilei, two options (two-lane reversible or one-lane in each direction), “manage” use of lanes, to maintain free-flow speeds for buses, and allow up to available capacity (high-occupancy vehicles – HOVs; toll-paying single-occupant vehicles (with variable pricing).
4. Alternative 4: Fixed Guideway –1) Fixed guideway system (high capacity, reliable travel times, integrated with bus, parking, bicycling, and walking), multiple alignment options by geography, four technologies being considered. 2) Details for operations – Run from 4 a.m. to midnight, every 3 to 10 minutes; cost – same as TheBus, can use a transfer from one to the other; bicycles – permitted during non-peak times, how fast will it be – current times compared to the proposed guideway operations (faster).
5. Transit technologies being considered are light rail, monorail, maglev, and rapid rail.
6. The comparison alternatives verses the current were explained, as well as proposed cost for the alternatives.

3. The next community update meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 24, 2006, He’eia Elementary School at 7 p.m. or at Nanaikapono Elementary School (Nanakuli) on Monday, October 30, 2006 at 7pm.

4. Schedule: 1) December 2005 scoping meetings completed; January – October 2006 Technical studies and public outreach; November 2006 issue alternatives analysis report; November/December 2006 public hearing on alternatives analysis; December 2006 City Council selects locally preferred alternative.

5. For more information and to keep updated with accurate information log on to www.honolulutransit.org or call 566-2299.

Questions, answers and comments:

1.      Timelines for the fixed guideway would depend on the number of stops.

2.      Mililani is not currently included because Mayor Hannemann is adamant about sticking with the appropriated $3 million, but not preclude Mililani. Future expansion will progress in phases.

3.      Traffic would increase due to population growth. The transit project will make traffic a little better.

4.      Providing employees to staff cars would be an option.

5.      Transit times are based on times on the transit. Buses will have to be recirculated as transit buses.

6.      Pertaining to a survey as to who would ride the transit the O’ahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO) did a phone survey of approximately 8,000 people and a 15,000

ridership study that resulted in people who ride the bus would try the transit. Follow up will be done. It was clarified that the phone calls were made to households and survey was given to bus riders. Follow up with a definite count will be done and a copy of the study provided to the Chair.

7.      P. Lee added the project would seek federal funding that has strict standards to follow relative to ridership, etc.

8.      R. Lee mentioned that the two State ferry’s are not in operation. In response, there were two attempts. The Mayor supports the ferry, which would be integrated in the system. Busses would be coordinated with bus drop-off times.

9.      Arakaki wanted to know what the cost of upkeep would b. The response was that public transportation is not self sufficient all are subsidized by the government.

10. The consultant will submit the project report on November 1, 2006, with the public having two month for review and final vote by the City Council in December 2006. The review will be available online.

11. Chair Clark inquired if the increase excise tax would go to rail transit. Follow up will be done.

12. Mobley requested for a copy of the report that will be submitted to the City Council. Omori answered that the Department of Transportation Services will get the first copy from Parsons Brinkerhoff. Board members were encouraged to check the website for information they don’t understand about the project. 

13. In reply to Arakaki, toll fees would have variable pricing from $2.00 to $8.00.

 Pat Lee, Gary Omori, and Jim Lyons were thanked for attending the meeting.

Briefing on Proposed Charter Amendments for Consideration on November’s Ballot – Jeff Mikulina of the Governor’s office relayed the following:

The City Charter “the constitution” consists of 13 members, half appointed by the Mayor, half by the Council and one person by both the Mayor and City Council. Approximately 100 proposals were received and 35 public meetings were held in 2005-2006. Out of the 100 proposals 12 were selected for the general election ballot this year.

• Charter Question 1, relates to the changing of staggered terms for the City Council. Currently Councilmembers’ and the Mayor are limited to two four-year terms. If the proposal passes the current system of term limits and staggered terms for the Council would be changed. The term limit for the Mayor would not be changed.

• Charter Question 2, if Charter question 1 is approved, which proposal relating to Councilmember terms should be adopted, alternative A or B.

• Charter Question 3, should one percent of annual property tax revenues be appropriated to funds for land conservation and affordable housing? Presently, there are no special dedicated funds for acquisition of public lands for land conservation or for providing and maintaining affordable housing.

• Charter Question 4, should the powers, duties, and function of the Director of Environmental Services include comprehensive curbside recycling? Currently there are no powers, duties or functions. If the proposal passes the powers, duties and function of the Director of Environmental Services would also include developing and administering a comprehensive curbside recycling system.

• Charter Question 5, should the Ethics Commission have the authority to impose civil fines on elected officers for ethics violations? Present – the Ethics Commission can make recommendations for disciplinary action against elected officers, but cannot impose fines or other discipline. If the proposal passes the Ethics Commission would have the power to impose civil fines against elected officers of the City. The amount of the fines would be established by ordinance.

• Charter Question 6, should races with only two candidates be held in the General Election instead of the Primary Election? Present-all City election, even those involving two candidates only, are held during the first special election (on Primary Election Day). If the proposal passes, in any City election in which there are only two candidates for a position, the election would be held at the second special election (on General Election Day), rather than at the on Primary Election Day.

• Charter Question 7, should the City Council’s power to reject Salary Commission recommendations be eliminated? Present – The City Council has the power to reject the Salary Commission’s recommendations as to the salaries of elected officials and certain high-ranking City employees. If the proposal passes the Salary Commission’s decision on salaries and salary schedules would be final. The City Council would not be able to reject the Salary Commission’s decisions.

• Charter Question 8, Should one of the priorities of the Department of Transportation Services be to make Honolulu a pedestrian-and-bicycle-friendly city, should the powers, duties, and functions of the Director of Transportation Services include bikeway systems? Present – The Director of Transportation Services is responsible for transportation systems, public transit, traffic control facilities and devices, traffic safety problems, and other duties. If the proposal passes the powers, duties, and functions of the Director of Transportation Services would also include bikeway systems. The Charter would state that it shall be one of the priorities of the Department of Transportation Services to make Honolulu a pedestrian-and bicycle-friendly city.

• Charter Question 9, should the Liquor Administrator, Deputy Administrator, and secretary be exempt from civil service provisions? Present – The position of the Liquor Administrator and Deputy Liquor Administrator are civil service positions. If the proposal passes the positions of the Liquor Administrator, Deputy Administrator, and secretary position would be exempt from civil service provisions. The Liquor Commission would have the power to appoint and remove the Liquor Administrator. The Liquor Administrator would have the power to remove and appoint the Deputy Administrator and secretary in a new exempt position.

• Charter Question 10, should the Charter be amended to state the additional services currently being provided by the Director of Emergency Services and by the Fire Chief? Present – The powers, duties, and functions of the Director of Emergency Services and the Fire Chief are set forth in the Charter, but do not specify certain powers, duties, and functions relating to emergency medical services, ocean safety, hazardous materials, and injury prevention that are already being performed by the departments. If the proposal passes the powers, duties, and functions of the Director of Emergency Services would specify that the Director shall be the primary provider of emergency medical care, and that the Director would develop programs related to injury prevention, provide for ocean safety programs, and be the primary responder to emergencies arising on the beach near shore waters. The powers, duties, and functions of the Fire chief would specify that the Fire Chief shall also provide emergency medical care and specify that the Fire Chief shall respond to hazardous material incidents.
• Charter Question 11, should capital budget appropriations lapse 12 months after the fiscal year, instead of current 6 months? Present – The capital budget includes appropriations for construction public improvements, acquiring land, and carrying out planning and engineering studies. Appropriations authorized in the capital budget may be spent during that fiscal year and for 6 months thereafter. If the proposal passes the time would be extended, so that appropriated in the capital budget may be spent during the fiscal year and for 12 months thereafter.

• Charter Question 12, should the Charter be amended to also provide public notice by electronic medium and for housekeeping amendments (i) to conform to current functions and operation, (ii) to conform to legal requirements, (iii) to correct an inadvertent omission, and (iv) for clarity? The ballot question combines seven items, one item is to also provide notice by electronic medium and the remaining items are housekeeping amendments to conform to current functional and operations, to conform to legal requirements, to correct an inadvertent omission and for clarity.

If votes are left blank on the ballot it will not count and affect the outcome.

Questions, answers and comments:

1. Tamamoto asked if term staggering is something recently done.
2. Mobley commented that the questions should be separated because these are two separate issues. Sharleen Oshiro noted that staggered terms were discussed at a Charter Commission hearing.
3. In response to Tamamoto relative to the one percent for land conservation, the existing property tax fund is approximately $6 million.

Jeff Mikulina was thanked for attending the meeting.

Discussion and Creation of a Permitted Interaction Group (P.I. Groups) by the Board – Chair Clark explained according to the Office of Informational Practices (OIP) no more than two board members are allowed at public meetings or to discuss any of the issues presented. He is working with someone to draft a letter to the State Attorney General per the first amendment rights. The boards must form a permitted interaction group committee(s) (PI Groups) whereby members may attend outside meetings, but with less than a quorum (Aiea Board is permitted up to 7). He stated that he has assigned himself to all the board PI Groups and asked for volunteer to serve. The chair is also permitted to assign board members to different PI Groups. The following suggestions were given for PI Groups committees: a) Kamehameha Highway Beautification Project, b) Waimanu Sewer Project, c) Kam Drive-In Issues, d) Aiea Community Association, e) Waimalu Ridge Task Force, f) Community forums regarding education, g) Community forums regarding transportation issues.

Discussion followed: Mobley mentioned that he is working with the Neighborhood Commission on the training committee and the audit PI Group.

Heth moved and seconded by Lee to accept the PIG committee groups. The motion carried unanimously, 9-0-0 (Heth, Lee, Arakaki, Mobley, Sugimura, Clark Distajo, Texeira, Hargrave).

REPORTS BY PUBLIC OFFICIALS:

Councilmember Romy Cachola – Sharleen Oshiro circulated the monthly written report and was available for questions.

Sharleen Oshiro was thanked for attending the meeting.

Senator Donna Mercado Kim – Ross Tsukenjo distributed the trash bags for automobiles and said the Senator expresses her gratitude because she is unopposed. He was available for questions.

Senator Norman Sakamoto – Ross Tsukenjo distributed copies of the monthly written report that included a letter from the Senator to the Department of Transportation Services regarding noise and dust from the freeway and information pertaining to the Aiea recreation area.

Representative K. Mark Takai – Ross Tsukenjo circulated the Representatives written report that included a letter to the Public Utilities Commission regarding Nextel and the HECO poles.

Ross Tsukenjo was thanked for attending the meeting.

Mayor Mufi Hannemann – Randall Sumida (Office of the Mayor) represented regular attendee on behalf of David Tanoue (Deputy Director of the Department of Planning and Permitting) distributed the Mayor’s community report and noted:

1. Follow up: The report of graffiti near the Korean Church street name give was incorrect. He asked the correct street name be submitted for follow up.
2. Relative to the request to pave Kauhale Street fronting the post office, this street will be programmed for future Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) reconstruction as City funding permits.
3. Previous complaint relative to illegal dumping on the Aiea Sugar Mill property – A September 15, 2006 site investigation by a Department of Planning and Permitting Civil Engineering Branch investigator revealed existing stockpiles in excess of 300 cubic yards at TM: 9-9-078:006. When referred to Budget Fiscal Services (BFS) the inspector was informed that BFS had allowed a contractor to use the parcel as a staging area for ongoing City construction projects. It was stated to the investigator that follow up would be done on this matter. Additional response will be provided by BFS.
4. The Transit Symposium has a good turnout with many outside speakers. Everyone was encouraged to keep an open mind and to get informed.
5. Per the Charter Amendments, Mayor Hannemann supports term limitations. He added in 1992 80% of voters voted in favor of term limits.

Randall Sumida was thanked for attending the meeting.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Executive – Chair Clark reported the following:

1. Waimanu Task Force meeting, Wednesday, October 11, 2006, Pearl City Cultural Center at 7:00 p.m.
2. Interested persons are invited to the Central O’ahu and North Shore Ahupua’a Bus Tour, Saturday, on October 14, 2006, Waimea Valley. See Chair Clark for more details.
3. Sunshine Law Training, Wednesday, October 11, 2006, 5-6:30 p.m., Mission Memorial Auditorium, Honolulu Hale.
4. Received information about a chair that sent an email to board members with a resolution attached asking for input (no decision). Per OIP, informational emails are permitted.
5.  Received correspondence from the Neighborhood Commission Office increasing boards publicity funds to $2500. This item will be discussed at a future meeting.
6. Received three anonymous phone calls from a public interest group regarding the proposed racing activities (drifting) at the Stadium. The drifting organization is meeting with Stadium authorities on the matter. A meeting on the matter is set for October 26, 2006, 10:00 a.m. at the Stadium.

Discussion followed: Mobley commented that the full majority of a board (Aiea is 8) is needed to vote for a motion to pass (positive). In response to Tamamoto asking if this is a change, Chair Clark answered that he suspects the results of the audit has raised awareness with the administration and executive secretary of the Neighborhood Commission Office.

Racing Activities at the Stadium – Chair Clark relayed he received three anonymous phone calls and an anonymous fax from Kinkos from a public interest group expressing opposing to racing activities at the Stadium. The organization regarding drifting is speaking with the stadium authority. A meeting will be held with the race group and stadium authorities on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Chair Clark asked the Board members if they would like to have a special meeting on the issue.

Further discussion ensued:

1. Heth asked if some of the complaints were from residents of Puu Wai Momi apartments. Chair Clark said concerns from area residents include noise, surface asphalt damage, vehicle speeds, etc.
2. Arakaki voiced as a member of a racing group three issues raised were surface asphalt, speed and security measures (safety). An off duty police officer was hired to time speeds of the drifters at the Stadium using a radar gun. All vehicles were timed at speeds not more than 37 miles per hour. The surface asphalt issues were addressed across the nation relative to stadium parking lots. A letter received from Grace Pacific indicates that stadium parking lots are paved with four-inches of asphalt and the vehicles should cause no damage
3. In response to Sugimura’s inquiry about objections, Chair Clark reiterated noise, surface asphalt, safety concerns (distance from the guardrails, etc). Arakaki added according to the rules and regulations the vehicles are considered street vehicles.
4. Mobley asked if the issue would be discussed at a special meeting, what expert would be invited to speak on the subject and explain how drifting works. He questioned if there is anyone available with information that the Board would like. Chair Clark answered he knows of no one, but stadium authorities are willing to share their information.
5. Arakaki pointed out others are objecting because his group was the first to approach the stadium administrators. ) Arakaki added that cars run one at a time with experienced drives, some of which include driver series champions.
6. In response to Texeira, drifting at the stadium would take place one Saturday a month from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and two national events yearly on a Friday and Saturday.

7. Tamamoto asked if a special meeting would be publicized and it been taken into consideration that there is a Rolling Stones concert next month. She questioned if kids watching the drifting will attempt this on the streets.

Heth moved and seconded by Lee that a special meeting not be held relative to drifting at the Stadium. The motion carried unanimously 8-0-1, with Arakaki abstaining.

Parks and Recreation – Chair Clark relayed receipt copy of a letter from Senator Sakamoto to Peter Young, Director of the State Department of Land and Natural Resources expressing concerns about overgrowth of vegetation at the Aiea Bay State Recreational area.

Restoration Advisory Board – Mobley reported that a public review meeting by the Hickam RAB meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 19, 2006 at the Plaza Hotel.

Ron Mobley was thanked for his report.

There were no other committee reports.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ADJOURNMENT – The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.

Submitted by,

Nola J. Frank, Neighborhood Assistant and

Reviewed by Bill Clark- Chair