KOOLAULOA NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2005

HAU'ULA CIVIC CENTER

CALL TO ORDER: Chair Dee Dee Letts called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. A quorum was established with seven Board members present.

MEMBERS PRESENT: John Elkington, Kathryn Heath, Donald Hurlbut, Norman Kaluhiokalani (arrived at 7:30 p.m.), Dee Dee Letts, Patrick Macy, Creighton Mattoon, Warren Soh.

MEMBERS ABSENT: Zenobia Iese, Barbara Kahana (excused), Les Steward (excused).

GUESTS: Firefighter 1 Lloyd Garris, Capt. Ron Johnson (Honolulu Fire Department); Grant Kawaguchi (Council Chair Dela Cruz's Office staff); Ben Henderson (Governor’s representative – Deputy to the Chairman, Department of Hawaiian Home Lands); Senator Clayton Hee; Lt. R. Robinson (Honolulu Police Department); Donna Lindsey (Department of Education); Patrick Kubota (Mayor's representative – Deputy Director, City Department of Budget and Fiscal Services); Lt. Kellie Knight, Col. Michael McBride, Maj. Frankie Ros (U.S. Army); Barry Usagawa (Board of Water Supply); Alan Hochfelsen (Hawaii Hurricane Productions); William C. S. Park (Helping Hands Hawaii); Jim Springer, Lauren Tanaka (State Department of Land and Natural Resources); John Olszowka (Hau’ula Community Association); Adeline Keama, Dovey Silva (Hau’ula Community Association, Halau Lokahi Charter School); Fred Mencher (Honolulu Medical Examiner’s Office staff); Todd Watanabe (Ka’a’awa Elementary School); Byron Magdaro, Ralph Makaiau (Kahuku Community Association); Gerry Meade (Ko’olauloa Community Health and Wellness Center); Ernest Golden, Evangeline Golden, Marilyn Rowell, Nina Sherman Carter, Oris Terry (La’ie Point Community Association); Dr. Jim Anthony, G. Eldermann, Gail Haraguchi; Rachel M. Glanstein (Neighborhood Commission Office staff).

APPROVAL OF SEPTEMBER 8, 2005 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES: Elkington moved, and Macy seconded, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 8, 2005, which was adopted unanimously, with the following corrections –

            * Page 9, under Kahuku, item (b): strike out “Huritz” and insert “Hurwitz”.

* Page 8, under Public Input, item (2), first sentence: strike out the two instances of “Kalawukahi” and insert “Halau Lokahi”.

            * Page 7, under Ko'olauloa Watershed Management Plan (KWMP) Update: strike out item (2).

SEPTEMBER TREASURER'S REPORT – The Operating Account expenses were $37.53, leaving a balance of $1,419.68. The Publicity Account did not incur any expenses, leaving the balance at $1,081. The Refreshment Account did not incur any expenses, leaving the balance at $120. The September Treasurer's Report is filed.

GOVERNMENT REPORTS:

Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – Fire Fighter 1 Lloyd Garris reported the following:

1)       Statistics for September – Kahuku: 1 structure, 1 rubbish, and 1 vehicle fire, 11 medical alarms, 4 miscellaneous alarms; Hau’ula: 8 structure, 1 brush, and 3 rubbish fires, 18 medical alarms; Ka’a’awa: 2 structure and 3 rubbish fires, 22 medical alarms, 3 search/rescue, 2 miscellaneous alarms.

2)       Fire Safety Tip – When selecting Halloween costumes, ensure that they are flame resistant, light, bright, and clearly visible to motorists. Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape. Keep costumes short enough 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.

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – No representatives were present at this time, so this item was deferred.

Mayor's Representative – Patrick Kubota informed Chair Letts and Neighborhood Assistant (NA) Glanstein that he would be late to the meeting, so this item was deferred.

Congressman Ed Case – Chair Letts announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) gave $18 million in funding to the City and County; she wanted to make sure that the community was aware of the fund availability, and suggested that residents contact her for a copy of the information.

Council Chair Donovan Dela Cruz – Grant Kawaguchi circulated the report, and highlighted the following:

1)       Council Chair Dela Cruz’s office is requesting the City Administration to fill the vacant-funded police beat officer positions at the Wahiawa, Kaneohe and Kahuku police stations. In addition, they requested 12 unfunded (in FY 2006, will be funded in FY 2007) positions intended for agricultural patrol positions for the Wahiawa and Kahuku stations. Council Chair Dela Cruz asks the community to call the City Administration to request that it fill the vacant funded positions and create the new unfunded positions.

2)       The intent of Bill 59, introduced by the Council Chair, is to increase the maximum fines for distribution, acquisition, possession and use of graffiti implements. The maximum fine is currently $1,000 and Bill 59 proposes to increase it to $2,000.

3)       Council Chair Dela Cruz introduced Resolution 05-254, which urges the City Administration to name or number beach right-of-ways to improve response time by emergency services, which was adopted at the September 28 City Council meeting.

4)       Kaluanui Beach Park – The City Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) has a sign detailing the name and rules of the park, and is waiting for the contractor to install the poles. To request a dedication ceremony, write to the Deputy Director of DPR, Dana Takahara-Dias. If interested in adopting the park, express the interest in the same letter to Takahara-Dias and send a copy to Clinton Jamile (DPR), and to Council Chair Dela Cruz's office.

5)      Hau'ula Community and Beach Parks – Council Chair Dela Cruz submitted a memo to the City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) requesting a status report and timeline for work at the Community/Teen Center at Hauula Community Park and the master-planned improvements to Hauula Beach Park. In addition, during a meeting with Managing Director Jeff Coelho and DDC Director Wayne Hashiro, Council Chair Dela Cruz provided images of the erosion around the stonewall at the beach park, and the metal rods exposed as a result or the erosion. He asked the department to address that hazard.

6)       Waikane/Waiahole Stream Clearing Project – Following the recent flooding of Kamehameha Highway, Chair Dela Cruz sent a memo to DDC, asking them to expedite the stream clearing project. The goal is to finish by the end of the year.

7)       Hau’ula Fire Station – The new site is currently in negotiation, but they are on schedule.

8)       Punalu’u Bridge Replacement Project – As reported last month, Council Chair Dela Cruz wrote a letter to the State Department of Transportation (DOT) Director, Rod Haraga, regarding concerns the Punalu'u community has regarding this project and DOT provided a response, which was found to be insufficient by the Punalu'u Community Association (PCA). During the City's Council's Zoning Committee meeting on October 4, another extension was given to DOT. Council Chair Dela Cruz drafted a letter to Director Haraga informing him that the responses still did not answer all of the community’s questions, and requested DOT hold a public meeting with the PCA. Since then, DOT has been in touch with the PCA Chair, Mr. Creighton Mattoon, and they will be addressing concerns at the November Ko'olauloa Neighborhood Board meeting.

9)       Kawaguchi left brochures relating to emergency preparedness from the Oahu Civil Defense Agency on the back table.

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1)       Kawaguchi may not disclose the location of the new site of the Hau’ula Fire Station, because they are negotiating, and announcing the location could cause the asking price to skyrocket.

2)       Chair Letts commented that the City may cancel the contract for restrooms in Ka’a’awa Beach Park.

Governor’s Representative – Ben Henderson distributed the Governor's Update, copies of informational brochures detailing various homeless program resources available in the community, and emphasized the following:

1)       Governor Lingle joined Marie Laderta, the Director for the State Department of Human Resources and Development, for the 34^th annual Governor’s Awards Ceremony in recognition of outstanding State employees. The Governor thanked the honorees for their commitment as public servants and presented awards to the State Team of the Year, State Manager of the Year and the Governor’s Award for Distinguished State Service.

2)       The Governor is continuing the monitor the gas cap and its effects very closely.

Senator Clayton Hee – Sen. Hee provided the following information:

1)       He and Dr. Jim Anthony had a meeting regarding Kahana Park, to attempt to allow for five more families to move into the area.

2)       Sen. Hee’s office is working with Hawaii Baptist Academy on a land exchange with Ka’a’awa Elementary and Kahuku High Schools. A study suggests moving the campus up the mountain, which could cost approximately $2.5 million.

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1)       Chair Letts informed Sen. Hee that the Ka'a'awa Community Association (KCA) requests the State Department of Education (DOE) to come talk about moving the schools. KCA meets on the second Tuesday in November. Ralph Makaiau requested the same presentation be given to Kahuku Community Association. Dr. Anthony asked if Sen. Hee will release a composite of the proposals for relocation. Sen. Hee will check with the Board of Education and suggested that Dr. Anthony call them as well.

2)       The Kahana Community Association has generated a list of proposed changes to the area, and Sen. Hee will pass along the details when the list is complete. Dr. Anthony suggested a survey to get more input.

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – Lt. R. Robinson relayed the following:

1)       Statistics for September – 8 burglaries, 19 other property thefts, 12 thefts from automobiles (UEMVs), 1 robbery, 6 auto/motorcycle thefts, which made the total 45.

2)       Narcotics / Vice Division Statistics – There were 13 new complaints, three of which had addresses in this district, and five complaints were closed. To date this year, they have received 105 complaints and closed 128 complaints. They've closed more than they've received because of "buy-busts" that they set up themselves.

Questions, comments and concerns:

There is no restriction on the sale of pornography near a school. Heath suggested that there should be legislation to address the issue. Unanimous consent was used to put the issue of selling pornography near a school on the agenda for November.

Representative Colleen Meyer – No representative present.

Department of Education (DOE) – Donna Lindsey reported the following:

1)       The previous method in education was to assign students assessments and tasks, and average their scores to give a final grade. The new trend is standard-based education, which builds lessons and assessments around specific objectives, to encourage the student to master the subject. Instead of grading, teachers now specify proficiency levels, so the report cards will look different. In addition, the classrooms used for standard-based education look different than previous classrooms.

2)       Hau'ula Elementary School Library will be open from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday, to allow community members to come in and borrow books. On Mondays, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., beginning computer classes will be taught by Brian Walsh. The reading initiative has continued; children have read over 2,000 books and are still aiming for the goal of 4,000 books. The Hawaii Opera Theatre will be visiting the school in April 2006 and may return to create a partnership with the school. Lindsey does not know yet what opera will be performed.

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1)       Since the restructuring of Hau'ula Elementary School, the enrollment has stabilized at 284 students (students were leaving before because of the modified schedule). The "No Child Left Behind" Act requirements precipitated a loss of 30 students. Lindsey confirmed that a school with less students is easier to turn around academically. When the school is improved, more students will return and enroll. The morale of the school, students and teachers, is high. Lindsey also emphasized the difficulty of the shift to standard-based education. Now, 40% of Hawaii schools are employing standard-based education.

2)       Dovey Silva requested an update on Lea Albert's researching of the position of the charter schools. The matter has been referred to the State Superintendent.

3)       Chair Letts presented Donna Lindsey with a certificate of recognition to the teachers, administrators and students of the Kahuku Complex for their significant progress in achieving the standards set by the "No Child Left Behind" Act.

4)       Macy asked for more information on Brian Walsh, the man volunteering to teach beginner computer classes at the library. Lindsey related that he volunteers, teaches, and has donated many school supplies. Macy called attention to how much Brian Walsh has done for Ka'a'awa School. Macy moved, and Elkington seconded, to give a certificate of recognition to Brian and Annette Walsh, which was adopted by unanimous consent. Chair Letts requested that Macy inform them of this action if they wanted to be present at the next meeting.

Mayor's Representative – Patrick Kubota distributed the past two Mayor's Newsletters, updates on community projects, and highlighted the following information:

1)       The Mayor's administration is focused on increasing Honolulu's disaster preparedness. Mayor Hannemann suggests that everyone make a basic survival kit for their home.

2)       The Mayor honored the West Oahu/Ewa Beach winners of the Little League World Series at a special Sunset on the Beach at Waikiki Beach.

3)       Ka'a'awa Beach Park – The demolition of the old comfort station is complete. The project cost is being finalized with the contractor, Iida Construction, the City is not canceling the contract for the restrooms, they are just finalizing the plans.

4)       Hau'ula Beach Park – Construction is underway; the anticipated completion date is March 2006.

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1)       Chair Letts read the update on the request of barriers for the beach along Ka'a'awa to contain the severe erosion from cars driving on the beaches. DPR is still investigating this matter and hopes to provide an answer next month.

2)       Adeline Keama asked if Hau'ula Beach Park may still be used during construction. Kubota responded that he didn't think so, but that he will look into it. Dovey Silva asked if the City will reimburse them if the park isn't usable by November 12 for their event. Kubota will follow up and contact Chair Letts with an answer. (Kubota contacted Chair Letts to say that the Park will be available for use on November 12 – certain areas that are under construction will be roped off for safety – a map of the area was supplied and sent to the Hau`ula representative on the Board.)

3)       Dr. Jim Anthony reiterated his question of five months ago – Why is the City buying a privately owned Sewage Treatment Plant ("privatization in reverse") in Laie, considered to be a "failure", when it needs more than $2 billion to finance repairs and maintenance to the City’s vast sewage system? Kubota will follow up. (Subsequent to the meeting Kubota contacted Chair Letts to say that an answer to this question had been in his previous report – that answer is cited here: “The City is not buying the Laie Wastewater Reclamation Facility. In 2000, the City entered into a Cooperative Agreement with Hawaii Reserves, Inc. to construct a new wastewater collection system in Laie. The cost of the new collection system to expand wastewater service in Laie was split between Hawaii Reserves and the City with the City to be owner of the collection system. The City Council approved funding of this project in Fiscal Years 2000 and 2002. With the completion of the new collection system, Hawaii Reserves would transfer the Laie Wastewater Reclamation Facility to the City. No funds are being spent to purchase the Reclamation Facility.)

4)       Adeline Keama asked why the construction at the Hau'ula Park and Community Recreation Center stopped. Kubota stated that it was underway, and he will follow up.

U.S. Army – Col. Michael McBride introduced Maj. Frankie Ros and Lt. Kellie Knight (both of whom are available seven days a week to answer questions), and relayed the following community updates:

1)       If there are any noise complaints relating to training, call Bill Roone, Community Relations Officer, at 655-0760.

2)       Last month, two units were sent to Iraq, but both have returned now. A team will be deployed back to Iraq before Christmas.

3)       A list of scheduled training will be delivered to Chair Letts, giving details such as dates, times, types, and map of training areas.

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1)       Dr. Jim Anthony requested that the U.S. Army representatives prepare a monthly report with the total number of casualties of people from Schofield, both of those injured and killed. Col. McBride agreed, but stated that they can only report on active duty personnel, not National Guard or Reserve personnel.

2)       Chair explained that she understood that it was not their job to answer for the other branches of the service but asked if they could speak to the Marine Corps, about attending the Board meetings, and about noise complaints. Heath added that their aircraft fly too low over the area. Kaluhiokalani reported his unsuccessful attempts to contact any representatives from the Marine Corps. Col. McBride will try to follow up.

U.S. Marines Corps – No representative present.

Board of Water Supply (BWS) – Barry Usagawa reported the following:

1)       There were no main breaks in the month of September. The pumpage for the week ending October 3 was 149 million gallons per day, which is below the five-year average of 155 million gallons. He noted that the recent rains have reduced the pumpage amounts.

2)       There is a design project underway for a plantation home on Haleaha Street and Green Valley Road. BWS is working on a pipeline there because residents have no fire protection. The design consultant for the project wants to meet with residents there, and Mattoon has already been asked for his assistance with informing the Punalu'u residents.

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1)       Dr. Jim Anthony requested that BWS provide information on the current status of: (a) the review of water rates, and (b) the policy and pricing of desalinization. Usagawa stated that BWS is continuing to work on the rates study, and he will follow up and getting the current status. Chair Letts asked, at the very least, for a timeline of when the review, policy and pricing will be disclosed to the public.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Ko’olauloa Watershed Management Plan (KWMP) Update – Barry Usagawa conveyed the following: BWS is working on the Waianae and Ko'olauloa areas at the same time. They've been working on the KWMP for 14 months, and have a list of 30 water projects for the Ko'olauloa area. By next month, he should have a date for the next working group meeting. A draft of the KWMP should be available for public review by the end of the year.

Malaekahana State Park – Planning and Zoning Committee Chair Mattoon reported the following results of the fact-finding meeting with Craig Chapman:

FOM is only interested in managing the Kahuku end of the park. Chapman stated that if they were forced to take the Kalanai section they would withdraw their bid as that is the area of the park that should stay perpetually as community use land and therefore should not be commercialized, thus making this section non-financially feasible for them to look at. The Kahuku portion is 37 acres and FOM proposes to make 14 yurts, one group of eight and one group of six. The yurts would be arranged in pairs with a trailer container running between the two yurts (it would look like a dumbbell). The container would be divided in half and provide for shower and toilet facilities. Shower and kitchen facilities would run into a grey water system, while toilets would be handled with individual septic systems.

Cabins nos. 4, 5, 6, and 7 would be demolished. Cabin no. 2 would be renovated and a covered lanai would be added; this cabin would be used for the office, a sundry store and a small café. Cabin nos. 1 and 3 plus the State Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) DoCARE House would be renovated into duplex units. There would be no bed and breakfast facility as originally planned. There would be five rental party Hales, with two located outside the rental camp area with separate parking lots so that individuals using these areas would not have to go into the rental area, and three located inside the rental area. Each Hale would be 40 by 60 feet and covered; they would rent for $100 for an eight-hour period for functions and parties. There would be six covered picnic areas on the beach for use on a first come first serve basis.

There would be five units for residential staff including Chapman and other staff essential to have on site such as security. Security will be handled on site but the proposal will not include handling security for the Kalanai section. Security of the Kalanai section needs to be addressed and either funded by DSP through revenues from the site or in some other manner – Chapman expressed willingness to work with the community and the DLNR to get this addressed – but financially he will not provide it. Chapman is willing to work with a community advisory board with one representative from each ahupua'a in the Ko'olauloa area. Chapman is also willing to provide a community benefits package as long as it does not involve cash.

There will be no windmill development on the site. No active athletic use fields are planned. Walkways will be gravel and crushed rock, not cement.

Until the debt service is paid off, the most the State will see in revenue from the project is $6,000 to $8,000 per month – it's not clear as to if that would change or when.

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1)     Kaluhiokalani asked if the five rental Hales would be located where Cabin nos. 4, 5, 6, and 7 are at this time. Chair Letts responded that three Hales would be gated rentals with private entrances, and the other two Hales would be publicly accessible, but she is unsure as to the location of the current cabins.

2)       Macy commented that, at the La'ie Community Association (LCA) meeting, a motion was passed to support the project with all but one voting "aye" (the "one" abstained).

3)       Kaluhiokalani inquired if another map was given out at the fact-finding meeting. Mattoon responded that the same map was given, but with a slightly different placement of yurts, in the "dumbbell" shape. Macy remarked that Chapman had drawings at the LCA meeting and repeatedly asked what the community wanted.

4)       Elkington noted that the State has asked Chapman to take over the Kalanai section as well, which is too vast and underdeveloped for him to deal with successfully.

5)       Dr. Jim Anthony asked five questions – (a) how the representatives will be selected for the suggested advisory board; (b) how many people attended the LCA meeting that moved to support the project; (c) what sort of information is known about providing beach access consistent with State law; (d) is FOM really willing to put together a community benefits package, what form it would take, who would benefit, and who would supervise; and (e) when the project was first advertised, the ad was directed at both pieces of property together (Kahuku and Kalanai portions), so why can't the project be sent back to the drawing board since substantial terms have been altered. Jim Springer (DLNR) stated that an advisory board is required by DLNR, and the members of the board will be appointed by the Chair of the DLNR Board (Peter Young) and will include community members and State representatives. Macy wasn't sure how many people attended the LCA meeting, but he estimated that there were 50 to 60 attendees, which was more than usual. Chair Letts stated that the lease requires FOM to provide beach access consistent with State law. Regarding the community benefits package, Chapman mentioned installing a smoker to smoke meat, or something else to that effect. Macy added that groups such as the 4H Club and the Boy Scouts would benefit with service projects and merit badges. Jim Springer announced that, as far as DLNR is concerned, they want the whole park to be part of the lease, and that what Chapman has outlined is different than what DLNR concluded. Chair Letts asked if the project should be rebid since Chapman only wants to take over the Kahuku portion. Jim Springer is not sure, but knows that the Chair of the DLNR Board wants the deal to be for the whole park.

6)       Ralph Makaiau, who represented the community on the review board for the proposals, noted that both portions were offered in their entirety which reduced the bidders to one (Chapman), who at first presented three proposals including both portions, and then presented a fourth proposal which included only the Kahuku side. He declared that he doesn't think that the final proposal meets the requirements of the lease with DLNR and the project should be rebid. Mattoon added that if people had known that they could take only one portion of the park, there may have been more proposals submitted. Elkington asked why Chapman was continuing with his proposal if he knew that a requirement from DLNR was to include both pieces. Jim Springer repeated that Chapman's new proposal is totally different than what he indicated to DLNR. Soh noted that since this is a totally new project for the State, including commercial activity in a park, that DLNR should retract everything and resubmit the two pieces to bid separately.

7)       Soh moved, and Mattoon seconded, that DLNR should stick to the original proposal and go through a rebid process. Macy stated that the Board is basing their actions on the fact-finding results and asked if they should just let DLNR handle the situation. Mattoon reminded everyone of Chapman's first statement, which was that if he had to take both parcels, then he would "walk". The motion that DLNR should stick to the original proposal and go through a rebid process was adopted unanimously (8-0-0).

Resolutions 60 and 61 – Hurlbut moved, and Kaluhiokalani seconded, to oppose Resolutions 60 and 61 (relating to zoning changes), which was adopted by unanimous consent.

NEW BUSINESS:

Kualoa Ranch Event, Hawaii Hurricane Productions (HHP) – Alan Hochfelsen distributed handouts and gave the following information: The plan for the event is the same as last year's event. They have followed all requests, received all required permits, and will close the beer garden one hour before the end of the event to stop people from driving under the influence (which they did last year as well). Everything was successful last year, they just barely made a profit, had a total of 5,000 attendees (although they all weren't there at the same time) with maybe 3,500 people there at any one time. HPD will be on site to handle any problems that arise.

Questions, comments and concerns followed:

1)       Chair Letts requested a presentation be given to the KCA, who meets the on the second Tuesday in November.

2)       Elkington noted that it should not be HPD's responsibility to monitor problems with attendees, that HHP should hire people to deal with any situations that may arise. Alan Hochfelsen responded that having HPD there also provides a psychological warning to those who may act up, but there will also be security to assess the problem to see if HPD is needed, and there will also be a medical team to deal with problems such as heat exhaustion.

3)       Dr. Jim Anthony asked for a brief summary of the applicant (HHP) and inquired if the Board was aware that Kualoa Ranch has been under scrutiny based on reports to the State and City that indicate that one part of its operations may be violating the law regarding retail operations on agricultural property. Chair Letts replied that Kualoa Ranch is mainly in the Kahalu'u area but that HHP presented to Ko'olauloa as well because parking on both sides affects this area. Alan Hochfelsen responded that HHP is owned by Turk Cazimero, who used to be a promoter who started with nightclubs and wants to grow his organization; he doesn't have really specific information about the company itself.

4)       Elkington asked if HHP would be making any charitable donations this year, as they did last year. Hochfelsen will follow up.

5)       Hochfelsen requested that the Board affirm that they were given the presentation.

Chair Letts stated she would affirm that the presentation was given and that the Board took no position either in support or against.

PUBLIC INPUT:

1)       Clay Park, of Helping Hands Hawaii (HHH), distributed informational packets and spoke of a new adult mental health clinic. He declared that communities are not paying attention to mental health. HHH has a new office in Kaneohe. The clients usually served are the homeless, drug-users, and the seriously mentally ill. Many people don't know who to call if a family member is having problems with drugs or are mentally ill. Eventually, HHH will be able to hire child psychologists as well, to handle children's problems. HHH has received a grant from the Castle Foundation, and so does not charge their clients/patients.

2)       Dr. Jim Anthony expressed his concern that the non-profit organization who proposed Windward Retreat Center, to be built on State-owned land in Ka'a'awa is not genuine in their efforts. He doesn't feel that the project deserves the support of the Board until full discussion occurs. Dr. Anthony referred to a letter to the Board written by the KCA. He requested that the Windward Retreat Center issue be put on the agenda for a future meeting and the Board ask DLNR to not take action yet. Chair Letts noted that the issue will come up at tonight's meeting, under Community Reports.

CORRESPONDENCE: Chair Letts distributed correspondence to committee chairs and polled the Board members about receiving the calendar in the mailing and how many guidebooks and revised Neighborhood Plans (NP) were needed. The Board doesn’t need the calendar printed and two guidebooks and two NPs are needed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Education – Committee Chair Macy reported that the DOE represents all public schools and recommended that the Board allow private and charter schools time on the agenda, which was adopted by unanimous consent.

Housing – Committee Chair Elkington spoke of the meeting to receive information regarding the sewage project and how it affects the La'ie Point Community Association (LPCA) since the La'ie representatives weren't present at the Board meeting that dealt with the issue.

Issues from the Parks & Recreation and Planning & Land Use Committees were discussed earlier in the meeting. There were no updates from the CIP/Public Works, Cultural Affairs, Health/Human Services, Public Information, Public Safety, Transportation, and Water Committees.

COMMUNITY REPORTS:

La’ie – Elkington announced that BYU-Hawaii is in the middle of celebrating its Jubilee Year, the 50^th year anniversary of higher education in the area. Board members were invited to various events in the community.

Hau’ula – John Olszowka reported the following: (a) the Stream Clean-Up will take place on Saturday, October 29 at 8 a.m. at Hau'ula Elementary School; (b) Halau Lokahi charter school has a fundraiser, "Taste of Hau'ula", on Saturday, November 12, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Hau'ula Beach Park; they need bookcases and a vacuum cleaner; (c) the next meeting of the Hau'ula Community Association (HCA) is on Tuesday, November 1, at 7 p.m., at the Hau'ula Civic Center; there will be no December meeting of the HCA; (d) the owner of the thrift shop at Hau'ula Shopping Center is being asked to leave at the end of November; she is trying to start a petition to convince the landlord to let her stay since she has been there for more than ten years; and (e) he thanked Kahuku Shopping Center for letting Kahuku High School hold their "Project Grad" there on Saturday, October 8.

Ka'a'awa – Chair Letts confirmed that the KCA has asked the Board to send a letter to DLNR (with a copy to the President of the KCA) regarding the Windward Treatment Center to request that they not act on the lease until the community has had time to discuss it. The Board approved the sending of the letter.

Chair Letts announced that Windward Mall is having a Safety Trick or Treat event on October 31, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 8:58 p.m.

Submitted by:

Rachel Glanstein

Neighborhood Assistant