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NORTH SHORE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD

MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING

TUESDAY JULY 25, 2006

JOHN KALILI SURF CENTER

CALL TO ORDER BY CHAIR: Chair Gerri Meade called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. with quorum of 13 members present.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Kathleen M. Pahinui, Alfredo Antonio, John H. Hirota, Oliver P. Lunasco, Jacob Y.W. Ng, Dan Gora, Michael Lyons, Carol A. Philips, Warren H. Scoville, Bob G. Leinau, Gerry Meade, Antya L. Miller, Lloyd O’Sullivan.

MEMBERS ABSENT: Jimmy Awai, Blake D. McElheny.

GUESTS: John Cutting, Nancy John, Denise Antolini, Richard Sun, Arlene Kawakakui, Jeff Alameida, Ron Nishihara, David Hara, Tim Giembino, Ed Nishi, Doug Beerman (Honolulu Police Department), Ken Nichols OKeefe, Pat Johnson, Cora Sanchez, Shantel Hoopai, June Jones, Sam Jones, Bro. Sage Chee, G. Caldarene (Kamehameha Schools), Kalani Fronda (Kamehameha Schools), Debbie Gowensmith, George F.Williams, Keoni Fox, KB Van Dor Leeden, Maxi Moto, Rex Dubiel, David Bramlett, Dave Yester, Judy Fomin, Bruce Bellows, Mineko Ziedlhack, Kathie St. Vincent, Thomas Shirai, Robert Bailey (videographer) , Alenka Remec (Mayor), Gil Riviere, Diane Anderson, Brig. Gen. Gary Ishikawa (Governor’s Rep), Peter Young (Department of Land and Natural Resources) , George Kuo (Board of Water Supply), Rep. Michael Magaoy (State Representative), Reed Matsuura (City Council Dela Cruz’s office),  Vanessa Matautia (Neighborhood Commission staff)

APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE JUNE 27, 2006 REGULAR MEETING (Deferred to Sept 26, 2006)

APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE MAY 23, 2006 REGULAR MEETING

Pahinui moved to approve May regular meeting notes with Lunasco seconding the motion and approved unanimously with following corrections:

• On page 4, under #6, the annual Memorial Day Service at Haleiwa Beach Park has been held for 60 not six years. 
• On page 8, under #1, the guest is “Mineko Ziedlhack”.

Antya Miller and Carol Philips join the Board at 7:07 p.m.

TREASURER’S REPORT- Dan Gora gave the following report:

The operating account had current expenses of $98.08 leaving a balance of $300.02.  The publicity account occurred $150.00 for videotaping for the month of June leaving a balance of $701.00.  The refreshment account had no expenses leaving it with a remaining balance of $120.00

Miller moved to approve the treasurer’s report seconded by Leinau.  Board voted 13-0 with an addition by Scoville who asked for the report to be subject to audit.  Motion carried and treasurer’s report was approved.

REPORTS FROM HONOLULU POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Honolulu Police Department: Lieutenant Douglas Beerman gave the following report: For the month of June there were 9 Burglaries, 50 unauthorized entries into motor vehicle, 31 thefts and 19 auto thefts.  There was a single highlight for June regarding a 24 year old male who was a victim to Robbery near the Haleiwa Beach Park monument.  The suspect showed the victim a firearm he had tucked in his waistband then took a digital camera and cell phone from the victim’s vehicle.

Questions, comments, and concerns:

Ng questioned what the possibility was in order to create a better response time to accidents on the North Shore that holds up traffic on the only two arteries, Kamehameha Highway and Kaukona Road into the community.  He also requested that HPD find the manpower in order to allow for better traffic flow when one artery is closed and believed that the North Shore should have the same enforcement and support as those in Honolulu.  

Board member Lloyd O’Sullivan joins the meeting at 7:27 p.m.

Honolulu Fire Department: Captain Richard Sun gave the following report:

Answers to previous NB questions/concerns:

1. Concerning smoking and cell phone usage at the Bus Stop, this was moved from in front of the library to the front of the Aloha petroleum gas station at 67-218 Goodale Ave.  Captain Lorenzo contacted Department of Transportation Services.  The Business operator, Aloha Petroleum, needs to restrict pumping operations when people are smoking within 25’ of the pumps.

2. There were nine brush, 11 rubbish and four vehicle fires.  There were also 28 medical, nine search/rescue and four miscellaneous emergencies with no major incidents to report. 

3. Fire Safety Tip: Take the time to childproof your home, especially since keiki are on summer vacation.  Check for potentially dangerous situations, i.e., electrical shock, accidental falls, or poisoning from medications, cleaning fluids, and houseplants.  Keep matches and lighters in a safe place and out of the reach of small children. 

Questions, comments and concerns:

1. Pahinui commented on the bus stop fronting the Aloha Petroleum gas station and the dislike of it by the community.  She indicated that there are many residents, bus drivers and businesses that do not like the location and believe it to be a very dangerous hazard.

Lunasco commented regarding the Bus stop on Goodale Street and asked that a letter be sent by the Board to ask for its removal from its present site.  Capt. Sun commented that this issue should be addressed by state legislators who would be able to create meaningful laws that would provide some change to this.  At this time, the business is responsible in closing down lanes when people are smoking within 25 feet of the gas pumps.  

Thomas Shirai commented that not only is smoking and cell phone use dangerous but radios that transmit near such a site could cause a possible ignition of fire.

2. Tony Sanchez questioned about farmers who illegally burn trash/rubbish and the possibility of starting brush fires.  Capt. Sun reported that farmers must first obtain an Agricultural burning permit from the Department of Health which mandates that it is a controllable amount, during daytime hours, no household trash and no burning on days with weather permitting conditions.  He also reported that the HFD has received numerous calls and enforcement has been increased due to the rise and the property owner, Dole Company, has been contacted in order to ensure that all leasing farms are aware.

U.S. ARMY 25^TH INFRANTRY DIVISION – Major Stalder gave the following report:

1. 25^th aviation was not the only group flying in the area.  Coast Guard, Marines, Navy and National Guard are flying in the area but you can report offensive areas to the Army and they will follow up on incidents.

2. Responses to past questions, comments and concerns:

1. The Drum Road project will start within the next 30 days.  As soon as an exact date is made available, the community will be directly contacted.

2. Projects at the Dillingham Air Field will not commence for the next several years and so there will not be further information until closer to the project start.

3. Regarding the patrol of Army Beach, the military does patrol this public beach and Military Police Desk can be contacted at (808) 655-5555.  Residents can either call HPD or the MP Desk and both can issue citations to beach offenders.

3. Deployment:  Soldiers stationed at Schofield Barracks and Fort Shafter is being deployed back to the Middle East. The Stryker Brigade will still be on island and are continuing their deployment to Hawaii. In September, more information will be provided if community would like to participate within programs to sponsor platoons/soldiers. 

Questions, Comments and concerns:

1. Leinau asked whether or not the military will respond to calls to fires on military land.  Major Stalder reported that the military does respond to call and the Range control would be the first to be contacted as they are in charge of maintaining the area.  For more information Mr. Rome, the Community Relations Officer for Schofield Barracks at (808) 655-0760. 

2. Miller commented on the Drum Road consultants who have reported to the Haleiwa Chamber of Commerce that they will proceed with their project even with the Haleiwa Town water main project.  She hopes that they will use all other roads and access points to Helemano reservation as an alternative of traveling through Haleiwa and believed that talks were being made between the Army and Bishop Estates that would allow the Army to traverse on Bishop Estates land.

Philips seconded comments by Miller and hoped that they would find such alternatives rather than traversing through Haleiwa town.  There is also work being done on the Haleiwa Bridge and asked that the army take this into consideration with the visitors and community residents who drive through Haleiwa town.

Lyons asked if the Haleiwa Bridge was structurally sound to have the large Stryker vehicles crossing over a regular basis.  The constant flow of trucks over the bridge may be more than it can structurally hold and Lyons wanted to know if any test were done check on its integrity.

3. Resident Sanchez questioned whether Schofield Barracks had a prevention plan to deter forest fires like the one within Makua Valley.  Major Stalder reported that there are fire breaks being maintained and at this time there are moratoriums on the use of tracer firearms.

RESIDENTS’ CONCERNS

1. Resident Diane Anderson commented on the recent increase of low flying helicopters in the area.  She reported that Turtle Bay resort has begun short scenic flights on the North Shore and that unlike it was thought before there is no low flying limit.  The best options for residents concerning the low-flying helicopters is to call the FAA State hotline and report the air and sound nuisance that it is causing.  The number to call is 1-888-697-7813.

Andersen also commented on the Berger Estate and the Environmental Assessment draft (EA).  The comment period for the EA has been closed but she hopes that this period will be extended in order to have time for the community to voice their opinion regarding the proposed development.

2. Resident Pat Vega questioned the illegal parking in his neighborhood.  There is extensive illegal parking in the area that has caused several accidents and trash and medical services to be redirected.   Lyons also commented on the area has having a problem with parking by residents and has contacted Reid Matsuura and Roy Ohta from Department of Transportation Services to install traffic signs and have police enforce parking in the area.  Leinau asked that this item be included on the September meeting Agenda in order to have the Board create action on this issue.

Leinau asked that this item be added to the September agenda re: Illegal Parking in residential neighborhoods.  He reported that the streets were designed for two way traffic and were approximately 28 feet wide.  Due to parking on each side, there is very little space to traverse and have led to numerous accidents.

3. Resident Kathie Saint Vincent commented on the issues regarding access of handicap and the businesses in the Haleiwa Town who are not compliant.  Many of the businesses are without access for shopping or restroom use and are in blatant violation and asked that this be resolved by voluntary action rather than be forced. 

Leinau commented that the handicap sign near the bathroom is missing and would like to see this sign replaced.  He also commented that several years back, a lawyer in Honolulu began proceedings against several businesses regarding their non-compliant ADA restrooms and parking stalls.  Lyons stated that it should be to the benefit of businesses in the area that Ms. Vincent’s request is on a voluntary basis and not through court action.

Philips commends Saint Vincent on her work regarding the ADA compliancy of Haleiwa town and questions whether it is possible that the Board may support her efforts.  NB Staff Vanessa Matautia reminded the Board that due to its status as a City entity and possible judicial proceedings, it would be prudent not to render a Board position on this issue until it has been resolved.

4. Kalani Fronda and George Calderene from Kamehameha Schools reported to the Board with an update on the condition of the three North Shore dams.  Calderene reported that the three reservoirs have had recent and further improvements made to ensure that problems do not occur and with safety precautions in place will not pose any immediate threat of flooding to the area community.  Leinau questioned how old the dams were and Calderene reported that they were built in 1910.  Lyons questioned if he had known about the death of several North Shore residents after one of the dams burst nearly 25-30 years ago but Calderene could not comment on it.

5. Rex Dubiel from the North Shore Outdoor Circle reported on the following: a) The Mayor has committed to having the OCCC Inmate task force work on the bike path at Sunset Beach that should be done on a quarterly basis with work already done in May. b) The extension of the Bike Path is beginning soon with the construction manager picked. C) A WEED CIRCLE project to provide mulch around trees in the area and gives much mahalo to the Hawaiian Earth products for donating the mulch. D) The skateboard park at Sunset is moving forward.

Miller thanked Patagonia, Haleiwa Joe’s and other merchants who were involved with the clean-up of WEED CIRCLE.  She also commented on the ADA sidewalks issues that Haleiwa town merchants pay the same taxes as those in Honolulu and hoped that they would receive the same treatment soon.  It was not fair that the Haleiwa merchants were asked to provide more.

6. Brother Sage Chee from the Ohana Family of the Living God faith-based agency made a quick presentation of the programs available by the group and asked for support.  The program focuses on families who at risk to become homeless. In their Next Step Program, Bro. Chee described the many services provided them and how the agency worked with others in order to help alleviate the ever-growing problem on homelessness.  He hoped that the program would serve as a model for replication of services in the area to provide a more localized effort for the community. 

Tony Sanchez asked whether or not the problem of homeless who have been shipped here from other U.S. Cities has been discussed.  Philips thanked Brother Chee for his continued work with the homeless community.

7. Resident Mineko Ziedlhack reported to the Board that the Berger Development in Kawailoa has been allowed turning lane in both directions fronting the property without any community involvement.

8. Resident Arlene K. commented that visitors to the park should heed the rules of not have dogs in the park.  Several weeks ago she was chased by a dog that a visitor has brought to the park.  She also made a request that five park tables in Haleiwa Alii Beach Park be replace due to safety concerns for park users.

9. Scoville commented on a residents’ issue regarding the Save the Sea Turtle International and asked that fishing with gill nets near the marine sanctuary be banned as they are very dangerous not only to wildlife but also swimmers. 

TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE- Gil Riviere gave the following report:

The Transportation Improvement project is the funding mechanism across the State for all transportation-related projects and the funding cycle goes for four years with the next cycle beginning in 2008.  In order to secure funding for the Laniakea realignment, the Transportation Committee is requesting that the Board approve a letter be sent to the Hawaii Department of Transportation and Oahu Metropolitan Planning to fund improvements at Kamehameha Highway in Kawailoa. 

Pahinui moved and seconded by Miller to place the item on agenda with only Ng voting in opposition.

Questions, comments and concerns: 

1. Ng opposed the resolution for a letter to HDOT/OMPO because the Board was not prepared to speak on this matter this month.

2. Philips supports the resolution due to traffic concerns in the area and would allow for a solution to provide itself a course for action.

3. Leinau would like to support the resolution but questioned if it was time sensitive and needed immediate attention or was it something that could wait until our next Board meeting.  Riviere reported that any request would be needed by the August 30 deadline and because of next month’s recess; the Board would need to action at this meeting.

4. Scoville commented that it was not only a traffic issue but a safety one as well due to the erosion cause by the waves breaking over the road.

Philips moved for a letter to be sent to HDOT/OMPO recommending of allocating funds for Laniakea realignment and seconded by Scoville.  The Board votes in support with Ng in opposition and motion carries. 

ELECTED OFFICIALS

1. Representative Case’s Office- no representative was available for comment.

2. Mayor’s Representative- Alenka Remec gave the following report:
1. Regarding Diane Anderson’s inquiry of the Berger development in Kawailoa and why the property assessment is so low, currently the land underneath the two existing buildings is assessed at the R-5 rated for a total of $600,000.  The other land is taxed as an overage. Following subdivision these overages will increase, and when new homes are built then the rates will also increase.

2. On the status of the comfort stations at Alii Beach and the comfort stations were constructed over two years ago on the north end of the park with no others programmed for the park. 

3. Regarding Lunasco’ request that Transit meetings be held on the North Shore, the Honolulu High-Capacity Transit Corridor Project Public Involvement Team member will contact the Board to offer to present a project update at the August board meeting.  For further information you may contact Nalani Dahl at 531-4252 x39.

4. Regarding the ash bins placement and old lifeguard towers, Remec reported that a Charcoal bin was installed at Beach Park.  New Lifeguard towers will be installed at Haleiwa All PB and at Ke Waena (and others on the Leeward coast).  Although we have a contractor onboard to installs the towers, there was a problem with the supplier that has been subsequently resolved.  The deliver and installation of the new towers are months away as it will take the supplier about three months to fabricate them.  These will then need to be delivered and installed.  Conservative time line is around six months until completion, provided no further glitches.  The old towers will be removed as part of this contract.

5. Leinau raised concerns regarding beach access to Velzyland that was denied because it lacked a lifeguard tower and asked what the criterion was since other beaches that don’t have lifeguards, still have beach access.  North Shore Lifeguards recommended that the access Velzyland not be opened until appropriate warning signs are placed, staff hired and equipment were acquired.  The anticipated popularity of the area and potential for serious injuries or drowning are considered to be higher at Velzyland than other beaches during the high surf season. 

6. Scoville questioned the activity going on at Chun’s reef with a skip loader/bulldozer and his concern regarding the possible harm to the Wedgetail Shearwater nesting area because no one seems to know why this is being done, who gave the permission and who Kathy Vega is.  It was reported that a resident complaint that DPR buried hazardous construction debris on the property the State DOH requested testing of the former pool area.  The area was inspected prior to excavations to ensure that the Wedgetail Shearwater nesting area would not be disturbed or impacted by the work.  The excavations found no hazardous materials or construction debris as alleged.  A report was submitted to the State DOH.  Kathy Vega, Section Maintenance Supervisor for Section 4 was not involved as Wildred Ho; Windward Oahu Manager was the liaison with SDOH.

3. Board of Water Supply- George Kuo gave the following report:

1. There were 2 main breaks for the month of June – both 6” cast iron mains; at Kamehameha Hwy. and Cane Haul Road on June 16^th, and at 62-490 Kamehameha Hwy on June 21^st.

2. Saturday August 5, the Friends of Halawa Xeriscape Gardens and the Board of Water Supply will sponsor the 18^th annual “Unthirsty Plant” sale at the Halawa Xeriscape Gardens.  It will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and call the Board of Water Supply for more information at 748-5041.

3. 2006 Annual Quality Water Report was sent out last week.

4. Customers will be receiving information about the new water rates in their July 15 to September water bills.

5. Construction will start July 10 2006 to June 8, 2007.  If you have questions please call Andy Keliikoa at (808) 225-6269.

Questions, Comments and concerns:

1. Leinau raised a concern regarding the Pupukea water main break which was due to a resident excavating without any clearance.  He asked if there was a set of procedures to ensure something like this does not happen again and ask if the water lost would be billed to the property owner in question.  Kuo reported that the property owner would be assessed the bill of the water loss in the break and that in the future, property owners should contact the Board of Water Supply and they will come out and show where the lines are located.

2. Shirai raised a concern regarding three fresh water springs in Waipahu that are near a proposed development for affordable housing.  Pile driving near the capped springs could possibly break the water table and create brackish water and Shirai believed that this is not a good option as there are not enough water resources on Oahu. 

4. City Council member Donovan Dela Cruz- Reed Matsuura gave the following report:

1. Matsuura provided several different applications including those for this year’s tax credit property taxes. 

2. He also provided Affidavits to report illegal B&B’s.  The affidavits must have two person(s) to sign the document and are available for the public to view. 

Questions, Comments and concerns:

1.        Matsuura responds to a question regarding the bus shelter and reported that DAG was the project manager and must be consulted by the City to what will happen to the bus shelter.

2.        Lunasco commented on the bus shelter and questioned why the State is telling the City where to place the bus shelter if the shelter is under the City’s need for help.

3.        Leinau suggested that more staff be hired by DPP for enforcement in order not to have such backlogs in incidents.

4.        Shirai commented on Council Chair Donovan Dela Cruz’s vote in approval of the Pacarro appointment to the commission.  Matsuura reported that the appointment of the commissions comes from the Mayor’s Office.  

5.        Ng reported that the Department of Accounting and General Services is the responsible party that will renovate the Library which is why they are involved with the movement of the bus stop on Goodale Street that many oppose.

6.        Miller announced that the Anahulu bridge completion will be by October 2006. She also asked the status of the renovation for the Sunset Beach Tennis Courts because Kaala Park that was not slated for renovation was repaved and completed.  Matsuura reported that due to an inspection made on all the courts, replacement was seen as the best options.  Only refurbishing was needed at the Kaala Park and the reason why funds were released and the project already finished.

7.        Lyons questioned if the site for the Waialua Fire Department had been picked and whether or not it will come before the Board.  Matsuura reported that the HFD will make a presentation to the Board when further information is available.

5. Governor’s Representative- Brig. Gen. Gary Ishikawa gave the following report:

1. Regarding the ADA lawsuit against the City and State, there are improvements on the sidewalks that will continue.

2. An update on the Dams is that there have been timelines presented.

3. Laniakea by Kam School; aware of bridge and deal with projects.  Have already met with DTS

4. Peter Young, Director of State Department of Land and Natural Resources, posed a question to the community for feedback regarding a rule change that would open the reserved area off the North Shore to non-commercial Akule fishing. Peter Young wanted to gain some community input in order to decide whether or not to raise an issue and as an appointed official, felt obliged to honor the commitment of serving the residents and posing the question.

Questions, Comments and concerns:

1. Leinau – good project. Believed it should not be changed.  Board must take a motion to put this on the agenda in order to discuss.

Miller motioned to place this item on the agenda for discussion seconded by Philips.

2. Pahinui commented that the Board is not able to place topics on the agenda should it be of great matter to the community. 

Miller withdraws the motion and called for discussion.

Discussion:

1. Butch – Hawaiian Statement – Supports the refuge of the area but also understood the need of the fishermen who fish to supplement their dinner tables.

2. Resident commented that he had just rescued the 55^th turtle in fishing line. He believed that it is Commercial fishermen who do the most harm but is still opposed to the opening of the area for fishing because he still believes that the area has not completely recovered from past over fishing.

3. Resident Brian is open to fishing in the area and stated that it was DLNR’s responsibility in protecting the area but also stated the rules in which it must abide by. Akule fishing is in no danger of fishing depletion and states that DLNR is in violation.  If the thought is to conserve the area then Commercial activities should be kicked out as well as they harm the area through overexposure.

Kathleen Pahinui leaves the Board meeting at 9:00 p.m.

4. Young – 1998 policy city and county park regarding commercial activity in the park and wonders if that is something that should be looked into as a positive/negative

5. Lunasco thanked Young for the conservation work but also commented that this issue should be put on the agenda for September Board meeting.

6. Philips thanked the speakers.

7. Miller called for point of order.

8. David Hara was a taskforce member who worked on the conservation area and put a number on recreational divers. The local Akule fish population is plentiful and is no where near the numbers that could be threatened by non-commercial fishermen. 

9. Leinau asked for Akule fish data from DLNR and commented that there were several estimates to the population of Akule but an approximate number or data that could be substantiated. 

Chair Meade at this point asked that questions be held until the September Board meeting, where it will be put on the agenda for discussion.

10. Brigadier General Ishikawa introduces Galen Yoshimoto from the Department of Defense who will be helping in attaining answers for all the issues asked of them.

1. Responses:

                                                               i.      Ng – CIP Haleiwa Boat Harbor main walkway will be redone.  Will not change use and will stay open to the public rather than having it open to commercial outfits.

                                                             ii.      Crosswalk by Saint Michael’s city road – Spoke with City Transportation Director Mel Kaku and asked that he possibly attend the next North Shore meeting in order to address some of the complaints.

                                                            iii.      Shirai – The status on the letter is that is in draft form.  Shirai asked if he could get a copy of the draft and the Brig. Gen. believed it would not be available until it was signed.

6. State Senator Robert Bunda – Sen. Bunda reported the following:

1. Senator Bunda reported that there was no override session in the State legislature that many had anticipated.

2. The next legislative session is in January and Senator Bunda asked that if you have any information or an issue to please provide them before the next session begins.

3. Included a copy of the Ethanol sugar cane production article in which was in the Star Bulletin Sunday July 23, 2006 in the Gathering Place column.  Sen. Bunda wrote about the technology that may once again make sugar a viable cash crop again for the North Shore.

7. State Representative Michael Magaoay gave the following report: No report given at this meeting and asked for questions from the Board and community, which to there were none.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

NEW BUSINESS

1. Ali’i wireless specialists LLC: applying for a Special Use Permit (SUP), a Conditional Use Permit (CUP), and Height Waiver from DPP to develop a PCS telecommunications facility TMK: 6-4003:001.

Keoni Fox, a representative from Ali’i Wireless Communications gave an update of the proposed telecommunications tower and facility.  It will be located within the middle of a pineapple field off of Kamehameha Highway and will be partially hidden due to its 70 foot tall pin tree stealth design.  Fox asked for community support of this project that has taken lengths to being as discreet and safe as possible.

Questions, comments and concerns:

1. Leinau if the proposed site had been leased and Fox reported that for the time being, the company had not confirmed a lease.  There will be a small equipment shelter at the bottom of the tower and it will also include room for other cell phone providers to co-locate.

2. Ng liked the presentation and called for a motion to support the proposal by Alii Wireless Communications and was seconded by Leinau.

3. Diane Andersen questioned the proposed site and if a person could see the proposed tower from the freeway.  She questioned if the tower would be in view of Kolekole pass and Fox described that the tower would not be visible as it blends in with other trees in the area.

4. Miller asked if the proposed tower would be mixed in with telephone poles.

5. Hirota believed the position is in the middle of the pineapple fields and that the pictures provided do not bring the scope of how remote the project is located. 

The Board voted to support the proposed telecommunications facility by Alii Wireless with Miller abstaining.

CORRESPONDENCE AND CHAIR’S REPORT- No correspondence and no chair’s report this meeting.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1. David Yester request the Board for support of the Big Wave Jose Angel Invitational surf meet.

Philips made a motion that was seconded by Miller that this item be put on the agenda for discussion and vote, which was unanimously approved.

Discussion:

1. Lunasco questioned if the surf contest would be open to the public.  He commented that in the past, the public who came out and watched the contest would create the traffic that holds the North Shore area to a standstill.  Yester reported that the surf contest would not be publicized and was to be held as an upcoming show on the cable Extreme Channel.  Off duty Police officers would be at the entrance of Waimea Beach Park in order to control the traffic congestion.

2. Lunasco also questioned if the meet would be open to tour professional surfers who draw the big crowds.  Yester reported that the contest would be only open to North Shore locals and no touring professionals would be invited.

The Board voted unanimously to support the Big Wave Jose Angel Invitational surf meet.

2. The next Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2006, 7:00 p.m. at the John Kalili Surf Center.  The Board will take a recess during the month of August.

ADJOURNMENT- Chair Meade adjourned the meeting.

Submitted by:

Vanessa P. Matautia

Neighborhood Commission staff