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NORTH SHORE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007

JOHN KALILI SURF CENTER

CALL TO ORDER: Chair Pro Tem Jacob Ng called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.; a quorum was present with 11 members.

Oath of Office – Members not sworn in at the June 2nd Installation Ceremony was asked to come forward and receive the Oath of Office. Members included: Alameida, Leinau, Lunasco, Matsuura, McElheny, Philips, and Scoville.  

MEMBERS PRESENT:  Jeffrey Alameida, Bob Leinau, Ollie Lunasco, Mike Lyons, Reed Matsuura, Antya Miller, Blake McElheny, Gerri Meade, Antya Miller, Jake Ng, Carol Philips, Gil Riviere, and Warren Scoville.

MEMBERS ABSENT:  Jimmy Awai and John Hirota.

GUESTS:  Mary Lou and Dan Gora, Galen Yoshimoto, Molly McDermott, Stew Ring (Mokuleia Community Association), Officer Bart Huber and Lt. Dave Beerman (Honolulu Police Department), Pam Mills-Packo, Kristi Desuacido, Mark Takemoto, Senator Robert Bunda and Laura Figueira, Fire Fighter Dylan Aoki and Capt. Smith (Honolulu Fire Department), Bruce Bellows, Alenka Remec (Mayor’s Representative), John Packo, Kirk Murakami, Rod Chmorack and Beverly P. (Blue Hawaii Surf), Sheryl Bieler, K.B. Van Der Leeden (HESD/OSD), Capt. Kalama (U.S. Army 25th Infantry), Bill Roome (Public Affairs Office, Schofield) and Miles Sharrock (Provost Marshall), Steve Alba, Dorajean Cuaresma, James Quizon, Wade Morisato (Hawaii Skatepark Association), and Marie Richardson (Neighborhood Commission Office). Approximately 25 – 30 individuals attended and did not sign-in.

Antya Miller arrived at this time; 12 members present.

ELECTION OF BOARD OF OFFICERS (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer) – Chair Pro Tem Ng opened the election by accepting nominations; a second to the nomination is not necessary.  

Election of Chair – Miller nominated Mike Lyons. Lunasco moved, Riviere seconded to close the nominations. The motion carried by unanimous consent. Since there was no other nomination, Mike Lyons was elected Chair by acclamation. 

Election of Vice Chair – Alameida nominated John Hirota. Matsuura moved, Lunasco seconded to close the nominations. The motion carried by unanimous consent. Since there was no other nomination, John Hirota was elected Vice Chair by acclamation.

Election of Treasurer – Miller nominated Bob Leinau. Leinau nominated Gerri Meade. Meade declined the nomination. Lunasco moved, Meade seconded to close the nominations. Bob Leinau was elected Treasurer by acclamation.

Election of Secretary - Leinau nominated Carol Philips. Lunascon moved to close nominations and Miller moved to nominate Gerri Meade; Lunasco withdrew his motion. Matsuura moved, Riviere seconded to close the nominations; Philips declined her nomination. Gerri Meade was elected Secretary by acclamation.  

Chair Pro Tem Ng relinquished the gavel to Chair Lyons to resume the meeting.

Past Board Member Recognition – Chair Lyons recognized and thanked former Board members: Alfredo Antonio, Doug Cole, Dan Gora and Kathleen Pahinui for their contribution, dedication and the many years of service to the community. Antonio, Cole (out of country) and Pahinui were not present and certificates will be forwarded. Gora received his certificate and was also recognized for his many years as the Board’s Treasurer. Senator Bunda congratulated the new members, and on behalf of the State Senate, presented certificates to the outgoing members thanking them for the years of outstanding service; Gora was presented his certificate.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR MAY 22, 2007:  The minutes were not available and have been deferred.   

TREASURER'S REPORT:  Leinau reported: 1) For May, expenditures for videotaping and printing agendas and minutes, leaving a balance of $1,215.00. The Refreshment Account remains at $120.00; no expenses reflected. 2) The proposed FY2008 budget is $4,703; Operating $1,520; Publicity $2,500; and Refreshment $120.  

A point order was raised that the Treasurer’s Report need only be accepted for filing; no motion is necessary.     

REPORTS FROM HONOLULU POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS:

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – Lt. Dave Beerman reported: 10 burglaries, 27 thefts, 31 UEMVs and 8 vehicle thefts. Other highlights regarded the number of brush fires in the area; call 911 if you notice anything suspicious.

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1. Miller raised a question whether any new information was available about the site for the new fire station; this question will be posed to the HFD.

2. Leinau noted it’s nice to hear the track record of the losses that occur, but also about the wins as well; Lt. Beerman noted not having all those stats.

Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – Fire Fighter Dylan Aoki reported: 1) 6 structure, 12 brush, 13 rubbish, and 1 vehicle fire; 47 medical emergencies, 11 search/rescue and 6 miscellaneous incidents. 2) A major incident involved two building fires. 3) Fire Safety Tip: a) with the brush fire season upon us, remember to maintain a 30-wide clearing in between any structure and vegetation. b) Independence Day is just around the corner. Consider leaving fireworks to the professionals and enjoy one of the many fireworks displays around town. If you use fireworks, follow warnings and instructions. Young children should never be given fireworks. Older children should only use fireworks under the direct supervision of an adult. Have a happy and safe Independence Day celebration!

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1. Lunasco asked is HFD had (key) access to all the undeveloped properties should there be a fire. Aoki reported having access to the Cane Haul Road areas, the schools, private properties, and are prepared to gain access if necessary. According to Capt. Smith HFD have keys to most areas, but the past few years have had trouble accessing Bishop Estate/Kamehameha School (KS) lands. Lunasco urged the board with assisting HFD to get that access; Capt. Smith was opened to the assistance. State and city representatives were asked to look into the matter.

2. Ng will bring this to the Fire Chief Silva’s attention about the access to KS properties. Regarding Miller’s inquiry about the relocation, Ng, a member on the Fire Commission, has been in continued discussion with the Fire Chief. There were 12 potential sites, believes are now down to six sites, established a selection criteria based on national standards and are looking at September/October to make a Board presentation.   

U.S. ARMY 25TH INFANTRY DIVISION:  Capt. Kalama reported the following highlights: 1) Public hearing for the 2nd Stryker Brigade staging is scheduled for July/August, is open to the public and will be announced in the newspaper. The closest meeting in this area is Wahiawa. 2) The Drum Road rehabilitation is underway starting from Helemano Military Reservation and moving north near the training area. The 24-mile unpaved road will be upgraded, realigned, paved, and slated for completion in 2010. Once complete, it will be used to take all the military vehicles off Kamehameha Highway while traveling to the Kahuku Training area. 3) The 2nd Stryker Brigade team will be wrapping training in Hawaii and going to Fort Irwin, California in July to conduct training in the Mohave Dessert; and deploying to Iraq, in a December timeframe. 4) The Task Force 49 is going to provide Black Hawk medivac service in this area.

Lunasco asked whether orders have changed to the use Kaukonahua Road for travel of military convoy. He noted a convoy coming down Kaukonahua Road and it is his understanding they should have been using Kamehameha Highway. Capt. Kalama will get back with an answer.   

Concerns regarding Army Beach - Bill Roome, Public Affairs Office at Schofield Barracks, will be responding to citizen concerns regarding people camping, trash and destruction of native plants. Miles Sharrock with the Provost Marshall’s Office, reported that currently periodic patrols and have had some success. They will try increase patrols on the weekend for longer periods. In addition, they are asking the communities help to call should something happens. Any type of emergency should call 911 or call the Desk Sergeant (24-hours) at 655-7114.  

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1. Leinau asked if someone is doing something are they just asked to leave or is there some kind of recourse or consequence. For the military personnel breaking the law, they would be reported to the magistrate and go before their commander for appropriate action. Non-military personnel would also be reported to the magistrate and the courts will take any appropriate action in accordance with the State laws.

2. Roome will have to get back with the information to Riviere’s question of the boundaries (where-to-where) of Army Beach. The Provost Marshall’s people should be apprised of those boundaries as well.

3. Leinau mentioned the lack of staffing this year at the Art Festival that they were really hurting, but thank you for the previous years.   

TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE:  Riviere had nothing new to report.

RESIDENTS’ CONCERNS:

1. Pam Mills-Packo, Project Manager of Kaiaka Watershed Project, announced a meeting this Sunday, 3 p.m. at Mrs. Tanaka’s carport. There are Federal Clean Water Act funds available, and the group needs to discuss prioritization. Ng moved to place on July’s agenda a presentation by University of Hawaii for the Kaiaka Bay Watershed; Leinau seconded the motion. The motion carried, 12-0-0. Aye: Alameida, Leinau, Lunasco, Lyons, Matsuura, Miller, McElheny, Meade, Ng, Philips, Riviere, and Scoville.

2. Sheryl Bieler reported that park closure went up in the unpaved parking lot of Ali’i Beach Park. Her problem was due to a recent statement by the Mayor that no houseless person would be swept from the beach parks until suitable housing is found. The closure signs are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.; saying, “no camping and no overnight parking.” Chair Lyons referred Bieler to Mayor’s representative, Remec.

      Philips thanked Bieler for coming forward. Philips moved to put this on July’s agenda to address the     homeless issue. Chair             Lyons suspects it would be lengthy with the Kaiaka Watershed presentation          scheduled and suggested September’s agenda. Lunasco asked that state, federal and county officials be         present.

      Philips restated – two meetings from now, a meeting to address the homeless issue specifically        inviting governmental officials to come; Miller seconded the motion. Discussion followed: Miller asked      to consider a special meeting and Philips agreed and was about to restate her motion when Ng raised a      point of order of two motions on the table. Philips rescinded and proceeded to state a new motion.  

      Philips moved, to have a special meeting in July to address the homeless situation on the North     Shore and inviting governmental officials to attend; Miller seconded that the motion. The motion   carried, 12-0-0. Aye: Alameida, Leinau, Lunasco, Lyons, Matsuura, Miller, McElheny, Meade, Ng,    Philips, Riviere, and Scoville.

3. Kirk Murakami shared not liking the way Banzai Skateboard Park is being built, that the contractor, PER, Inc., is modifying the original design and dropped Dreamland Skate Parks, expert designer in world class skateboard parks. The City needs to put a hold immediately on this project until a solution can be resolved. The supporters would like Dreamland Skate Parks back on board to get the park done the way it was intended. Tonight’s supporters were thanked for showing up tonight and are asking the Board to make a recommendation to immediately stop the construction.   

      Chair Lyons will be limiting tonight’s comments and comments will be heard from individuals not in favor of    the way the project is going. 1) Steve Alba, professional    skateboarder, talked about skating all over the      world at world class parks designed by Dreamland; and was greatly disappointed noting that the most      famous surf spot in the world, Banzai Pipeline and the Triple Crown Surfing contest that this skatepark          should reflect this surfing community that and that the people now building the park don’t have that experience. Also, waiting 30 years for this park is not deserving of cutting costs and corners. 2) Dorajean             Cuaresma, born and raised on the North Shore, asked the skateboarders to come forward and be   recognized. There room was filled with approximately 25 – 30 individuals ranging in all ages. Cuaresma is     asking the Board to take a stand to stop the construction and find out what’s going on. The contract was    awarded over five years ago at $586,000 and that a park in Kapolei was built in less than five years. So       bring Dreamland back for their excellent track record. To see what Dreamland is all about, google – Dreamland or for more information contact Cuaresma at 218-9353.

      Chair Lyons thanked everyone for being here noting the Board’s consistent support of the skateboard park.   This matter will certainly be taken under consideration and elected officials here tonight can assist. 3)         James Quizon highlighted a letter from Councilmember Dela Cruz to Director Eugene Lee, Director,            Department of Design and Construction, dated June 13, 2007 and as of June 26 has not received any             response. Chair Lyons referred Quizon to the Mayor’s representative, Alenka Remec.  

            Matsuura moved, Ng seconded to add to the agenda a motion to support the skateboard facility.     The motion carried by unanimous consent, 12-0-0. Aye:  Alameida, Leinau, Lunasco, Lyons, Matsuura,        Miller, McElheny, Meade, Ng, Philips, Riviere, and Scoville. Quizon and Murakami are willing to work       with the City; Mayor’s representative Remec was asked to work with these individuals. Miller clarified that    the Neighborhood Board is only an advisory, City Council procures the funding, the Administration releases        the funds and the Board has no direct control over what happens. Cuaresma asked for guidance and why          is it taking so long; Lunasco commented that the Board has been the skateboard park’s biggest supporter.  

4.   Stew Ring, of the Mokuleia Community Association shared a warning regarding the recent shark attack at    Mokuleia (Silva Channel), Sunday at 7 a.m. Signs were put up and also signs taken down, and have        again been put back up because of a second siting last night at 6:50 p.m. by three surfers with a dorsal fin        14-inches high; a tiger shark possibly still in the Mokuleia area. Ring and Bodo Van Der Leeden warned        beach goers not to go to “Silver Channel.”

      5.   Gerri Meade asked consideration to be placed on July’s agenda for a 15-minute presentation on Koolauloa         Community Health and Wellness Center. Meade moved, McElheny seconded the request to place on                           July’s agenda. The motion carried by unanimous consent, 12-0-0. Aye:  Alameida, Leinau, Lunasco,                           Lyons, Matsuura, Miller, McElheny, Meade, Miller, Ng, Philips, Riviere, and Scoville.

6         Warren Scoville shared concern from constituents about hazardous materials (asbestos sheet vinyl flooring and floor tiles) at Kawailoa Beach Park (Chuns Reef). The materials are exposed on a raised foundation in the vicinity of the lifeguard station near the storage shed and porta-potty. Scoville would like to be on record that the Environmental Impact Statement states that the materials were to have been removed following the Department of Health’s requirements. The problem, however, is that the park is underway and the materials have not been removed. Scoville and his constituents would like the materials removed.

7         Carol Philips, Chair of the Defend Oahu’s Coalition, announced new owners (Starwood Hotels) of Turtle Bay Resort. She urged the City to review the archeological study which indicates the likeliness of that whole area being a burial ground; and encouraged the City to follow recommendations of the State Historic Preservation which includes setting the hotel back 700-feet back from the shoreline. Log on to: www.defendoahucoalition.org to view the archeological study submitted to the State Historic Preservation.

8         Ollie Lunasco expressed concern about the Wahiawa Dam and requested officials come and explain the reliability of the dam. Miller noted this dam issue could be related to the watershed management project.

9         Blake McElheny echoed Kawailoa and asked that a representative from the Department of Design and Construction (DDC) explain the status of the Kamehameha Highway realignment project and whether it has been budgeted. And that the Board took a strong position opposing “alternative a” or any kind of comfort station on the makai side of Kamehameha Highway; but also because the DLNR also took the same position. Matsuura said the problem is that the project is laid out and had to assume that those were the parameters and not including the realignment of the road; and done actually to how intended for now. The realignment of Kamehameha Highway project is currently being looked and that this project has been put on hold. McElheny appreciated the comments and hopes that continued highlights of past correspondence be pointed.

ELECTED OFFICIALS:

Mayor's Representative – Alenka Remec congratulated the new Board members and commented on the concerns raised tonight: 1) Regarding Bieler’s question and paraphrased a letter to the editor of the Advertiser that the City met with the State and found that there are no plans for any emergency homeless shelter. The City informed the State about the concerns. In the absence of any State plan, the City agreed it would only proceed with addressing the illegally park vehicles that were preventing other users from accessing the park. If the challenge of keeping the facility safe, the City will proceed cautiously. Remec did not know why the signs went up and would look into that, but from what was stated in the letter notice was given and the plan was that all illegal vehicles must be removed. 2) A Cabinet Community Cleanup will be held on Saturday, August 4th. The City is looking for interested community groups to come out and do light maintenance and painting; contact person is Toni Robinson at 692-5587. 2) Regarding the skateboard park issue, Remec reiterated that the City is committed to provide a safe and enjoyable skateboard park and is committed to finishing the project with the contract funds available. There will be more discussion on this issue. The contractor had some unforeseen issues but has assured the City that the park will be safe and the design enjoyable for the kids. 3) Regarding the Galbraith property, are not aware of any permits and both she and Matsuura are looking into it.

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1. In response to Lunasco’s inquiry, Remec noted that the City will not be displacing any homeless on the beach parks, but only removing the unregistered illegal vehicles, but she will further check. Several residents asked Lunasco about camping and are now afraid that their cars will be towed. Her notes indicated that only the illegal vehicles and minibuses in tow away areas will be removed.

2. Leinau noted how sad it is that the expectation of the City, over and over to come up and fund projects all the while they keep dropping the ball, over and over again. They kill the bike path at Ke Nui, the Sunset Beach Park (Velzyland), and the skateboard park which are not going to be delivered. Remec did not have the information for the other projects, but commented on the skateboard park issue. The skateboard park was a design build contract. This meant the City gave the contractor parameters with which the contractor would design the project within that scope. But say that the City is not delivering what they say is not correct. The City promised to deliver a skateboard park and gave the “design build” contract to PER, Inc., and in turn, PER, Inc., sub contracted out the designers/builders. The City does not manage the third party, but that the City’s contract is with PER, Inc.

      The discussion continued at length with Wade Morisato of Hawaii Skatepark Association (HSA) is   wondering what types of issues the contractor ran into, whether those issues were looked into and whether        the issues were legitimate. Remec said when the project was first awarded in 2003 in the design phase     found areas where the soil was unstable and determined it was not safe to build the park at that location.   

      From an informational perspective, McElheny, would like to know if there any insights and whether Remec    had any experience where a City department ever stopped a work order of a project for whatever reason. It           seems clear that there’s a large group of people with expertise and are interested and their trying to find that avenue. It’s a question of what happens to the funds that are tied up in a project. The contractors has             an obligation with a certain amount of time to fulfill their obligation, however, one of the risk should the          project be stopped is that the contractor may no longer be under obligation if the project is delayed too   long.

3. Philips reminded the City that property taxes on the North Shore have been going up and up. For this reason, this area is deserving of having facilities that reflect that. 2) At a previous meeting, there was information to be attached to the minutes; Philips did not received that attachment.  

4. Ng made a comment relating to Alii Beach Park and the “no overnight parking” signs that this matter came at the request of the community and the Parks Department because needles (syringes) were found in the park area. This is a critical safety issue for the kids at summer fun.     

Board of Water Supply – George Kuo was not present however, a report was available and will be included into the minutes.   

City Council Member Donovan Dela Cruz – Reed Matsuura highlighted on: 1) Capital Improvement Projects in the FY 2008 budget - $100,000 for Kiikii - Kaukonahua Stream dredging; Kawailoa Road Bridge rehabilitation; Pupukea Beach Park renovation; added language only for bicycle projects on Haleiwa Road; street rehabilitation of Goodale Avenue and Pupukea Road; guardrail improvements at Alapio Road, Pupukea Road, Waialua Beach Road (Kiikii Bridge), Kuuoha Street drainage ditch and 66-628 Haleiwa Road; traffic improvements at Wailua Beach Road school yellow blinking lights; and Waialua District Park improvements - $140,000 for re-roofing. 2) Handouts were available for Real Property Taxes, current and new legislation. 

Responses to questions from the previous month: 1) Problems with drug and paraphernalia was found at Haleiwa Alii Beach and Kaumananui parks posing a public safety for the kids in the park. The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and HPD have been notified and the areas are being checked more often and more thoroughly. 2) Sabian Archuleta’s complaint about the picnic tables donated by Triple Crown has been resolved with Wilfred Ho from DPR and is working with Randy Rarick; the problem was a shortage of picnic tables/benches ordered. 3) Kawahakui’s request: a) is in to replace the street sign on Naoiwi Lane; and b) was placed with the Mayor’s Office of Complaints to prune and cut back the banyan trees on Paalaa Road. 4) McElheny’s inquiries regarding: a) the roadway to Velzyland, with all the budgetary items needed, the administration had other ideas where this type of city infrastructure is needed more; b) the lifeguard stand funded but never built (FY2005), the lifeguard equipment (FY2006) and payroll for the lifeguards (FY2007); and c) a request to complete the Banzai Rock Skateboard Facility. 5) The Councilmember wrote DDC Director Lee asking: a) who approved the changes of the original plans submitted to DDC and the community; b) is PER, Inc. or the DDC qualified to determine if the changes would put participants at risk or a liability for the City; c) was the community given the opportunity to review and comment on the changes to the original plan; a letter received from Dreamland on June 13, 2007 that they were never informed they were being replaced nor has PER, Inc returned their calls; the concerns are the safety for the participants and the scaling back of a world class and premier skateboard facility. 6) Sunset Beach Recreation Center – due to concerns, DDC has been asked to provide an update of the plans and specifications; and send a representative to their next meeting in July. 7) Maui Loa foreclosures are underway Benjamin Sanchez, Jr., Commissioner; contact Mr. Sanchez at 524-1455 with any questions of the foreclosure and proceedings.

Governor's Representative – Galen Yoshimoto, standing in for BG Ishikawa, provided the Governor’s Update and was available to take back any questions.    

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1.       Ring expressed appreciation for Scott Ishikawa and Director Barry Fukunaga, the State Department of Transportation (DOT); Yoshimoto will pass that information.

2.       Lunasco said that pothole patches came all the way up to the old Eric’s Garage and stopped. He would like to know why and asked why not patch all the potholes to Camp Erdman. Yoshimoto will pass the information on. Yoshimoto will have to get back with that information. Ring noted seeing the crew there for a long while and was not so sure that they did not patch those holes; Lunasco noted on his way to this meeting a pothole at the junction.

3.       Miller suggested giving Brig. Gen. Ishikawa a heads up regarding the homeless meeting coming up and to send representatives to attend the special meeting. Yoshimoto acknowledged the request.   

State Senator Robert Bunda – Senator Bunda distributed a list of potential bills vetoed by the Governor and if there any concerns the Board wishes his office to override please call his office by July 10th at 586-6090. The Senate will be meeting tomorrow to address whether there is sufficient vetoes to override.

Miller thanked Senator Bunda, Laura Figueira, and Representative Magaoay for working with the North Shore Chamber of Commerce specifically to get the $1.2 million for the Laniakea realignment, and for the $100,000 for disaster planning for the North Shore community and to get that money disbursed.  

State Representative Michael Magaoay – Representative Magaoay distributed his report and congratulated the new term Board elected. He proceeded to highlight on the following: 1) the House will be meeting tomorrow also to possibly override some of the vetoes. 2) Thanked Lunasco for bringing to attention the liability issues with Poamoho Trail; dedication was on June 2nd. 3) Representative echoed the $1.2 million for the Laniakea realignment; the Friends of Waialua got $75,000; $1 million was appropriated for rock fall protection at Waimea; and monies appropriated for CIP projects for Waialua Elementary School ($230,000) and Sunset Elementary School ($401,000); instrumental in the $950,000 for the Kahuku Hospital Emergency Funding, signed by the governor; the Governor signed the bill for the displaced workers and retirees of Del Monte appropriating $600,000 for each year for mortgage and rental subsidy assistance; and a message to the Governor’s liaison that the Governor has not signed HB 500.

In response to Leinau’s inquiry why would the State buy the liability of Wahiawa dam; Representative Magaoay said right now the State cannot look into buying the dam and currently Bank of Hawaii has not made that information public and it is still on the table.

Congresswoman Mazie Hirono – No representative was present.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None.

NEW BUSINESS:

Board Meeting for FY 2007-2008 – Lunasco moved, Ng seconded to approve that the meeting determination remain the same (fourth Tuesday. 7 p.m. John Kalili Surf Center) The motion carried, 12-0-0. Aye:  Alameida, Leinau, Lunasco, Lyons, Matsuura, Miller, McElheny, Meade, Ng, Philips, Riviere, and Scoville.

Videotaping of the Board Meetings for FY 2007-2008 – Ng moved, Meade seconded to continue videotaping the Board’s meetings. A brief discussion noted a possibility of an increase to be proposed later. The motion carried, 12-0-0. Aye:  Alameida, Leinau, Lunasco, Lyons, Matsuura, Miller, McElheny, Meade, Ng, Philips, Riviere, and Scoville.

Recess Meetings in August and December – Lunasco moved, Ng seconded to recess in August and December. The motion carried, 12-0-0. Aye:  Alameida, Leinau, Lunasco, Lyons, Matsuura, Miller, McElheny, Meade, Ng, Philips, Riviere, and Scoville.

Board Post Office Box Rental – Miller moved, Meade seconded to keep the post office box. The motion carried, 12-0-0. A brief discussion following noting in the past the Mr. Ng paid the rental and was reimbursed; Chair Lyons entertained a motion; Lunasco moved, Leinau seconded to reimburse Ng for payment. The motion carried, 12-0-0. Aye:  Alameida, Leinau, Lunasco, Lyons, Matsuura, Miller, McElheny, Meade, Ng, Philips, Riviere, and Scoville.

Banzai Rock Skateboard Park – Matsuura moved to support the skateboard facility and to request the City to stop construction until problems are resolved and the original plan revisited; Riviere seconded the motion. Discussion followed with a point of information called by Ng that the motion should read “recommends.” Lunasco favors the motion but questions whether the contractor is full filling its obligation. Matsuura noted that the original plan is now being modified by the new subcontractor and the question is its safety; a resolution 06-373 put forth by Councilmember Dela Cruz, request an audit of the City’s planning and design of skateboard park facilities. Another point of information was raised that any comments stated should be for or against the motion. Philips favors the motion for the reason that the soil is not stable. Miller wonders whether the motion should be more specific. Matsuura would rather stay with the motion; Lunasco called for the question. The motion carried, 12-0-0.  A question followed regarding who enforces the contract and whether the contractor is living up to the term of the contract; Chair Lyons asked that follow-up continue with Councilmember Dela Cruz’s officer; Matsuura replied that DDC is the one who enforces the contract.

CORRESPONDENCE:  Chair Lyons highlighted correspond; for more information contact Chair Lyons for details.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

• The Board will RECESS in August; the next Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 26, 2007, 7:00 p.m. at the John Kalili Surf Center.
• One seat - vacancy in Sub district 3 – Haleiwa, was inadvertently missing from June’s agenda; will be posted on July’s agenda.
• Leinau said there is a film out about the Waialua aquifer called “Clean Water Common Ground” showing at the museum in Kaimuki.
• Lunasco thanked the Board for their support for the Poamoho Trail was dedicated and will open on July 1; and opened on Saturday and Sundays.   

ADJOURNMENT:  Without any objections, the meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. 

Submitted by

Marie Richardson, Neighborhood Assistant