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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 2006
KEY PROJECT
CALL TO ORDER: 7:04 p.m. – There being no quorum at this time the Information Session reports were given.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Robert Cappella, Morris Graham, George Okuda, Rocky Kaluhiwa, Arthur Machado, jr., Kenneth LeVasseur, Wayne Panoke, Amy Luersen, Rich Vermeesch.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Emil Wolfgramm, Moana Lee, Kurt Mench, Daniel Bender, and John Piper.
GUESTS: Grant Kawaguchi (Council Chair Donovan Dela Cruz’s Office), Keala Naluai (Malama O Kamalii), Jean Paul Renoir, Lt. Col. P. Johnson (MCBH), Barry Usagawa (Board of Water Supply), Senator Clayton Hee, Kim Langley (KEY Project), Bob Nakata, Don Cooke, Captain Robert Libed (Honolulu Fire Department, Kahalu’u Station E37/3rd), Lt. R. Robinson (Honolulu Police Department, Kaneohe Station), George Marantz, Bob Masuda (Governor’s Office/DLNR-DOBOR), Bobby Fernandez (DLNR-DOCARE), Nola J. Frank (Neighborhood Commission Office staff).
INFORMATIONAL SESSION:
Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – Captain Robert Libed reported the following:
1) Manpower at the station this evening is a total of four (4).
2) Statistics for last month included 8 fire/miscellaneous services, and 26 medical emergencies.
3) Fire Safety Tip - Fire Safety Tip - Brush fires cause great damage. Dispose of all fires properly. Make and maintain a 30-foot wide firebreak by clearing vegetation-surrounding structures. Formulate emergency plans. For more information, contact Denise Laitinen of Firewise at 281-3497 or go to www.firewise.org.
Captain Robert Libed was thanked for attending the meeting.
Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – Lt. Robinson reported the following:
1) Statistics for the month of February included burglary 4, other property thefts 14, UEMV (theft from vehicle) 9, robbery 0, and auto/motorcycle theft 3.
2) Relative to auto thefts and UEMV’s, the Leeward Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) notified the Kaneohe CRU regarding a group from the Leeward side (known suspects/pictures provided) doing crime in the Windward area.
3) Regarding Waiahole Beach Park – a) a few of the newly placed barriers were spun around to provide illegal access into the park. b) The park has no signage restricting dirt bikes or off wheeling vehicles in the park. A gate was located with approximately fifteen locks. Keys will be sought and distributed to HPD to assist with removing four-wheelers driving in the park. Dirt bike violators are harder to catch.
Questions, answers and comments followed:
1) Cappella thanked HPD for following up with concerns regarding Waiahole Beach Park. He commented although the stream is under the City’s jurisdiction, the Department of Land and Natural Resources should get involved because of bike riding in the stream has devastating effects. Lt. Robinson reiterated bike riders are hard to apprehend. One solution being worked on is when the violating trucks are stopped citations are given for any illegal violations to the vehicle.
2) The Leeward CRU provided information about the auto theft suspects to Kaneohe, District 4.
3) Lt. Robinson announced due to the heavy rain, drive slow and cautiously when leaving the meeting. The Hauula area was experiencing flooding.
Lt. Robinson was thanked for attending the meeting.
Everyone was reminded to turn-off cell phones or use the vibrate mode while the meeting is in session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Chair Okuda asked if anyone had a comment or concern that is not on tonight’s agenda.
v Traffic Study Warrants fronting King Intermediate School on Kamehameha Highway – Transportation Committee chair LeVasseur, stated that the 18-page report indicates eight warrants requirement needed to install a light, out of which on only one was met. He mentioned sensors were imbeded into the ground at King Intermediate School and questions why. As previously requested by this Board for a pedestrian crossing, but seems the City is proceeding with installing a three-way signal. A pedestrian crossing signal light does not justify having sensors installed. LeVasseur mentioned there was no background in the report on student crossing, and feels that the report is incomplete. He noted the copy cost $9.50.
v Resident Keala Naluai said a complaint would be filed with the Neighborhood Commission relative to her concern of February 8, 2006 about a Board member’s residency. A revised letter, which read to the Board at the February 8, 2006 meeting, was formally submitted to Vice Chair Amy Luersen. She is awaiting a response to a letter sent to Neighborhood Commission Executive Secretary Joan Manke.
The agenda order resumed.
INFORMATIONAL SESSION CONTINUED:
Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH) – Lt. Col. P. Johnson gave the following report:
- 10-13 March – Marine Corps Air Facility (MCAF) is tentatively scheduled to shift 24-hour operations during this period, in support of U.S. Navy (USS Lincoln) exercises in the Hawaiian Islands area.
- 10-13 March – Makahiki Season Closing Cermonies
- 11 March – Iwo Jima Veterans Visit
- 21 March – Sea Services Women’s Leadership Symposium
- 23-29 March – O’ahu Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Visits to MCBH.
Questions, answers and comments followed:
Lt. Col. Johnson was unsure if the C17 cargo aircrafts arriving are the new ones or the same two participating in exercises between Hickam Air Force Base (HAFB) and MCBH. Machado mentioned that two C-17 aircrafts would be arriving monthly until December 2006 until all eight are in Hawaii, and reiterated that exercises are being conducted. Machado noted home base HAFB would continue with ceremonies for C17 aircrafts through December as they arrive.
Lt. Col. Johnson was thanked for attending the meeting.
Kaluhiwa arrived during the above portion of the meeting (8 members – a quorum was now present).
CALL TO ORDER: With a quorum now present, Chair George Okuda at 7:20 p.m. (eight members present).
The agenda order resumed.
VACANCY, ONE SEAT, SUBDISTRICT 6 HUI IWA LOOP – There were no interested persons present to fill the vacancy.
APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 8, 2006: The following corrections/additions were made:
- Page 4, Governor’s Representative, item 3 should read, “...Regarding Lot 79 located in Waiahole Valley, the Housing and Development Corporation of Hawaii is working to resolve the issue...”
- Page 5, item 3, second sentence should read, “...Thrill craft operators who violate will be first given a warning, followed by a written warning, and finally given a citation...”
- Page 6, Questions, answers and comments followed item 2 should read, “...In response to Mench, Luersen mentioned that Section 8 is a federal housing program.
- Page 7, Questions, answers and comments item 2, fourth sentence should read, “...If passed, the bill will go out of the Water, Land, and Agriculture Committee then to the Judiciary Committee...”
- Page 10, item 5 last sentence should read, “...She stated that the Board could support the concept of the DOCARE officers under this agenda item...”
Panoke moved, seconded by Kaluhiwa to accept the February 2006 regular meeting minutes as amended. The motion carried unanimously 8-0-0.
TREASURER’S REPORT – Treasurer Vermeesch reported for the month of February 2006 Operating Account balance was $847050; the Publicity Account remains at $993.00; and the Refreshment Account is yet to be updated. The treasurer’s report will be filed subject to audit. Transportation Committee chair LeVasseur asked for reimbursement for purchasing the Traffic Study Warrant report.
Luersen moved, seconded by Panoke to reimburse $9.50 Ken LeVasseur for the purchase a copy of the King Intermediate stoplight Traffic Study warrant. The motion carried unanimously, 9-0-0.
INFORMATIONAL SESSION CONTINUED:
Kaneohe Bay Regional Council – No representative was present.
Discussion followed: (a) Machado mentioned Robyn Makapagal is temporarily living in Kailua and is unable to attend the meetings to represent the Board. (b) Panoke commented business on Kaneohe Bay will continue, and it is a serious matter regarding ocean resources. He emphasized the importance of this Boards participation on the council. (c) Chair Okuda offered to call Board member Kurt Mench to substitute for Makapagal as the Board’s representative. Luersen noted that a formal motion is needed because the Board recommends a person, and the Governor appoints the representative.
Panoke moved, seconded by Kaluhiwa nominating Kurt Mench to temporarily represent the Kahalu’u Neighborhood Board No. 29, in Makapagal’s absence. The motion carried
Board of Water Supply (BWS) – Barry Usagawa reported the following:
There were four water main breaks for the month of February. Three were six-inch cast-iron pipes on Kamehameha Highway in Kualoa that are 55 years old. These three breaks occurred in February 1 and 2 as BWS crews repaired the one-inch break. The pipe is scheduled for replacement. On February 8, the fourth break occurred on Hui Kelu Street due an eight-inch relatively new pipe.
General Water Announcements:
- Detect-a Leak Week, March 5-11 on the island of O’ahu. Leak detection tablets are available at the Board of Water Supply on Beretania Street, various hardware stores, and all satellite city halls. When the dye tablet are dropped into the toilet water and the water in the tank turns color, it is time to replace the flapper valve. (2) Meter check – turn water off first then check the meter. If the meter is still moving, it indicates a possible leak somewhere on your property.
Barry Usagawa was thanked for attending the meeting.
ELECTED OFFICIALS:
Mayor’s Representative – Wayne Panoke reported the following:
1) Canoe Halau parking lot – The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) has provided input into the proposed design plans for Kahalu’u Regional Park, makai, but defers to the Department of Design and Construction (DDC) for the construction of the park gate, parking lot and landscaping.
2) Total cost of the Kahalu’u Regional Park to date – To-date, just over $3,000,000 has gone into the park development.
3) Itemized list requested for the approximate $8,000 monthly maintenance cost for Kahalu’u Regional Park – No change has been issued for this amount to cover maintenance, insurance, etc. the contractor (s) have been providing the service without charge.
Questions, answers and comments followed:
1) Machado emphasized that canoe season is starting, and the issue of resurfacing the parking lot has been going on for four years. Panoke responded that DDC is in charge of the project, will do more follow up and email the responses to Machado. Panoke mentioned the priority would be resurfacing.
2) Luersen expressed concern regarding the project being referred to DDC, and stressed the resurfacing should be done soon than later.
3) Kaluhiwa expressed concern that gravel was dropped off but not distributed to patch the parking lot. She noted that people in a car drove up the pile of gravel and got stuck. This concern would be reported for follow up.
4) Cappella made the following comments: a) The maintenance contractor (s) for the Kahalu’u Regional Park is not doing the job because the trees and plants are dying. b) No Waiahole Beach Park closure signage. Chair Okuda replied that a letter of request was sent to Director Lester Chang of DPR, and no response has been received to-date. A copy of the letter will be provided to Mayor’s representative Panoke. Cappella noted that he spoke with Wilfred Ho of DPR at a meeting of the Waiahole/Waikane Community Association Steering Committee last year. Follow up will be done. c) 4-wheel vehicles and dirt bike riders entering Waikane Stream every weekend. He stated that DLNR should protect the stream. Luersen noted per the February 2006 minutes, the stream is under the City’s jurisdiction. She suggested keeping a log and document times and dates violators are there and calls to 911, which can be presented to the City (paper trail).
5) Relative to the King Intermediate School traffic signal, LeVasseur reiterated he received the warrants report and six of the eight are not met. He expressed concern that only he thought sensors are installed for traffic signals not pedestrian activated traffic signals, but saw sensors were installed. He questioned if the intent is to install a full traffic signal. LeVasseur will email Mayor’s representative Panoke for follow up. Panoke suggested a Board member or constituent write the concern.
Governor’s Representative – Bob Masuda reported the following:
1) Per the Department of Health, there are no signs of leptospyrosis along Waiahole Stream in or along Waiahole Stream.
2) Lot 79 - Information received from the Housing and Development Corporation of Hawaii (HCDCH) they agreed in 2004 to transfer portions of the lot to the Department of Hawaiian Homes Land (DHHL). A letter received in 2005 indicated the transfer to DHH, however the transfer was denied. HCDCH remains the titleholder of the Lot 79. To-date, steps have been taken to prevent entering the lot such as signage on the south side known entrance and barriers. The position of HCDCH is to not condone any use of the lot at this time.
Discussion followed:
3) Cappella questioned why barrier with space in between allowing people to enter the lot.
q Regarding leptospyrosis, the virus is pervasive on the entire planet, not specific to Hawaii and has been around for about 60,000 years. Regarding dogs in the streams and water, modern medication takes care of the infection. Per the television public service announcements, more warning signage has been posted pertaining to the virus.
4) Luersen commented there is ten years worth of controversy regarding Lot 79. She suggested HCDCH and the Governor sit down together to resolve the issue. Masuda suggested it would be helpful if input from the community were received. Luersen noted if HCDCH would initiate, the community would get involved. Panoke suggested the Board’s Hawaiian Heritage Committee chair check the area for cultural resources and report back to the Board. Cappella asked if HCDCH is against lessees of Waiahole Valley. He noted part of the health issue is no comfort stations in the area.
5) Bird Flu – Masuda reported thus far none in the islands. The flu has spread from Asia to Europe.
Discussion followed: Chair Okuda asked if the State has a contingency plan. In response, Governor Lingle is getting vaccine and support for funding for to stock supplies.
6) Ahu O Laka – A map of the area dated 1882 was circulated for interested persons to review. DLNR supports Senate Bill 2004, establishes Ahu O Laka state monument; directs DLNR to adopt rules for the protection and maintenance of the Ahu O Laka state monument (SD1), introduced by Senator Clayton Hee.
Questions, answers and comments followed:
1) Kaluhiwa mentioned her Hawaiian Civic Club sent a letter to the legislature, a copy to the Governor requesting two additional DOCARE officers in the Kaneohe area and asked where the letter currently is. Masuda replied that the legislature is being sensitive to DLNR’s need for more DOCARE officers.
2) Luersen mentioned the flier regarding thrillcraft and high-speed water activities was inadvertently not mailed out with the agenda and minutes, but would be attached with the April mail out. Masuda pointed out private security guards may be hired to assist catching violators, because witnesses to violations don’t testify.
Bob Masuda was thanked for attending the meeting.
U.S. Congressman Ed Case – No representative was present.
Council Chair Donovan Dela Cruz – Grant Kawaguchi reported the following:
1) Resolution 06-015, CD1, urges the State Department of Health to conduct a public hearing on the application for a section 401 water quality certification by the developer of “The Woods at Ahuimanu” proposed development in Kahalu’u.
2) Resolution 06-032, CD1 recognizes the historic and cultural significance of the plantation era and expresses the City Council’s support for the preservation of residential homes in former plantation owned housing areas.
3) Resolution 06-033, CD1 proposes an amendment to the City’s subdivision ordinance allowing the establishment of plantation community subdivisions in a current or former sugar or pineapple plantation community, as long as the following conditions are met. The conditions are listed in the written report.
4) Council Chair Dela Cruz introduced Resolution 06-071, which provides for the acquisition of land located in Kahuku for expansion of the municipal golf course and the development of affordable housing.
5) Council Bills 80, 12, and 1 (2005) relate to tax relief.
6) Chair Dela Cruz and Senator Hee have coordinated efforts with community leaders and organizations to assist Windward residents preparation for more rain. Sandbags will be available for pickup at Kualoa Ranch and Ohana Family of the Living God Church (54-058 Hauula Homestead Road, on Thursday from 2 to 6:30 p.m., and on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Questions, answers and comments followed:
1) Regarding Resolution 06 033, Cappella asked if there would be a go between. Kawaguchi replied the resolution would allow the owners of the plantation land to subdivide. Cappella also wanted to know if other crops would be allowed to replace the pineapple crop. The response was there is a short time frame where everything must be liquidated by January 2007.
2) In response to Panoke, Campbell Estate owns the Kahuku Golf Course, soon to be purchased by the City and expanded to 18 holes. The golf course is located on four parcels of land.
Grant Kawaguchi was thanked for attending the meeting.
Representative Colleen Meyer – No representative was present.
Senator Clayton Hee – Senator Hee distributed his written report and highlighted/added the following:
The legislation session is busy with crossover of bills occurring last night. He thanked Grant Kawaguchi, aide to Council Chair Dela Cruz for his report regarding the sandbags. He noted he and the Council Chair were able to get donations of 100 tons of sand and 2,000 bags from various companies/organizations for the residents.
Questions, answers and comments followed:
1) In response to LeVasseur, Chair Okuda suggested logging on to www.hawaii.gov for more information on the status of bills. He mentioned that bills voted on yesterday are online today. Senator Hee said that two weeks from today is crossover for the Budget Bill.
2) Board member Panoke commended the Senator for his diligence and persistence for Ahu O Laka. He noted the support from the community with 190 people testifying. Kumu Hewitt was fabulous and Panoke believes the bill will be successful.
3) Due to a major issue of hillside erosion to himself and four other neighbors, Machado asked the Senator’s assistance in locating landowner Kawamoto because his and efforts of his neighbors have failed to find a contact number. Senator Hee offered to meet with Machado regarding this issue. Panoke informed Machado that a neighbor whose car/home got damaged by a fallen tree from the Kawamoto property did meet with him. The Senator asked Panoke if he could call Sherry at his office at 586-7330 and with the information. Chair suggested Grant Kawaguchi of Council Chair Dela Cruz’s office also join the Senator when he meets with Machado.
4) Kaluhiwa mentioned that the Department of Health’s Vector Department removed the bees from a neighboring property.
5) Pertaining to the Opihi bill banning harvesting, Cappella asked if there are any other resources depleting.
6) Senator Hee noted it would be helpful if the Board took a position on reconciling the problems relating to Lot 79.
7) The Senator mentioned that legislation has been proposed by him and Council Chair Dela Cruz, urging the State Department of Health to conduct a public hearing on the application for a Section 401 Water Quality Certification by the developer of “The Woods At Ahuimanu” proposed development in Kahalu’u. He stated the Board should take a position for the City to revisit if it is proper to have cesspools in that area. He mentioned a 1986 letter from the Department of Land Utilization to the Department of Planning and Permitting regarding the developer states no cesspools in the area until a sewer line installed.
8) Kaluhiwa was thanked for her support of the Ahu O Laka bill.
9) It was mentioned the map showing the cultural data speaks for itself.
COMMUNITY CONCERNS/PUBLIC INPUT:
Removal of Bus Stop at 47-769 Kamehameha Highway – Machado reported he recommend the bench be removed to eliminate person using the bench to climb over the watt to trespass.
Discussion followed: A) Panoke asked about the elderly waiting for the bus. Machado said he understands Panoke’s concern, but the bus stop, which front the Fong property is not a busy stop. Panoke replied that possible the recommendation should be to remove the bus stop. B) Cappella mentioned if the bench were removed people would bring their own chairs to the bus stop. The area is prone to flooding, and it is too far for the people to walk to the next bus stop. C) LeVasseur suggested a new design with pedestal round seats placed away from the wall. Chair Okuda replied the Department of Transportation (DTS) would have to decide.
Machado moved and seconded by Kaluhiwa a letter is drafted to DTS to review the bus stop and report opinions, relocation, etc. to prevent trespassing on to the Fukumitsu property to Panoke.
Discussion followed: a) Luerson stated the intent of the Board is not to remove the bus stop. The motion was amended to read review use of the bus stop to address residents’ concerns. Panoke and Kaluhiwa accepted with no objections. b) Vermeesch requested a report to the Board. c) LeVasseur reiterated for bench modification. d) Panoke stated to avoid using the term relocation.
Machado moved and seconded by Kaluhiwa a letter is drafted to DTS to review the use of the bus stop to address residents’ concerns whether the bench should be moved or redesigned to prevent its being used as a climbing device. The bench should remain because it is utilized by the na kupuna. Whether the bus stop be relocated a short distance in the Kahuku direction, and at no time should the removal of the bus stop be considered. Adopted unanimously, 9-0-0.
SB2004, Establishes Ahu O Laka Monument, restricts activities at the Ahu O Laka State Monument: Chair Okuda thanked the Board members who testified in support of this bill. The Committee meeting report was available for interesting persons to review. Senator Hee was commended for submitting the bill.
Discussion followed: a) Board member Panoke commented, although the bill has passed the Senate, there is still much work to be done. He believes the Board should take a position, make it publicly known to eliminate community criticism. b) A copy of Kumu Frank Hewitt’s testimony was available for interested persons to review. c) The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) supports this bill.
Question, answers and comments followed:
1) If the bill pass and Ahu O Laka becomes a State Monument, it would be under the jurisdiction of the State Parks Department. Luersen commented she thinks it would be a conflict if it were under DOBOR.
2) If the monument goes under the Division of State Parks, maintenance and operation would be
3) the responsibility of that division.
4) Luersen expressed concerns about the monument being under the Division of Boating. She asked if it there is a way to clarify implementation that the monument comes under the Division of State Parks and not Boating. Senator Hee responded that Peter Young, Director of DLNR, has an idea of what the Senate wants.
5) Masuda mentioned it is an opportunity to gather people on the important value of the monument. He noted that DLNR received testimony in opposition to the monument.
6) In response to Cappella regarding the surrounding waters, the monument would include the peripheral area.
7) A resident questioned if Young has the power to put the Ahu O Laka state monument under the State Parks Division jurisdiction. Senator Hee replied yes, there are laws pertaining to monuments, and the purpose drives under which jurisdiction it falls.
8) A concern was expresses if the area would exclude all boaters, and asked what is the Board planning to do. Senator Hee answered part of the problem is you can drink on a boat, but not maneuver it while under the influence of alcohol. Misbehavior has caused problems at Ahu O Laka. Intended misbehavior will be monitored by the State. Conditions at the site have been unsatisfactory and unsanitary. Masuda commented one couldn’t drive a boat while under the influence, which is a public safety issue.
9) Machado commented he attended yatch club meeting, where his son and friends expressed views. There is a misconception, there is not enough supervision and suddenly rules are on the books. Masuda replied laws pertaining to Ahu O Laka have not been on the books. Machado noted at the last concert his son assisted with injured people.
10) Panoke commented Ahu O Laka brings in life to the City, State, and Federal levels. It is important that the staff uses the correct place names. If assistance is needed in finding the correct place name, many cultural practitioners are willing to help find the answer. He asked once the rules relative to Ahu O Laka, could it be brought out for public input? Masuda answered per the Sunshine Law, notices will be posted.
11) Kaluhiwa commended Senator Hee for taking a lot of heat. She mentioned at the last concert Ahu O Laka was disrespected. She noted she respects the opposition because education is needed on the issue. She stated Ahu O Laka is not for out of control parties, and one must respect the aina (land).
The gavel was relinquished to Vice Chair Luersen. Okuda said with approval from the Board he would be able to represent them when the House holds a public hearing.
Luersen returned the gavel to Chair Okuda.
Panoke moved and seconded by Morris that the Kahalu’u Neighborhood Board No. 29 support legislation that establishes Ahu O Laka as a state monument and directs DLNR to adopt rules for the protection and maintenance of this state monument. The motion was unanimously adopted, 9-0-0.
Kawela Bay Development: A draft resolution was distributed relative to this development. Resident Bob Nakata pointed out that Kuilima Resort Company, a subsidiary of Oaktree Capital Management, LLC. applied for subdivision permits to move forward on the 20-year old development plan. Three phases were previously proposed, but currently plans to do all phases at once. Plans opposed by the community in the 1980’s are being revived. A unilateral agreement was signed 20 years ago, allowing 2,000 additional hotel rooms.
Concerns were expressed about traffic impact. According to the agreement the developer is responsible to pay for the intersection improvements at Kamehameha Highway and Kuilima Drive. However, two weeks ago the Department of Transportation (DOT) mentioned it has $8 million for the road improvements project. Questions were raised if DOT was informed about the agreement made by the developer. Promises made by the developer have not been honored. Are approvals granted 20 years ago with nothing in between, still valid? It was stated the EIS should be evaluated.
Panoke moved and seconded by Machado to move this issue to the April agenda and invite Oaktree Capital Management LLC to do a presentation. Discussion followed. Panoke withdrew the motion and Machado withdrew the second.
Luersen moved and seconded by Machado the Kahalu’u Neighborhood Board No. 29 strongly urges the City and County of Honolulu to require a supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) prior to moving forward with may permits or permissions that would allow the Turtle Bay Expansion Project to move forward.
Discussion followed: a) A supplemental EIS is the formal process where issues can be addressed. B) LeVasseur expressed concern about open-ended permits due to blindsiding for the future. He stated permits should have sunset clause.
The motion was adopted unanimously, 9-0-0. Chair Okuda will draft a letter. Resident Schaffer mentioned that Oaktree Capital Management would be doing a presentation at the Koolauloa Neighborhood Board meeting tomorrow evening.
Other Residents’ Concerns: A constituent raised concern regarding a gray colored matter being placed on the mountain at the top of Waihee Road by a hired Hawaiian cultural plant group.
COMMITTEE PRESENTATIONS: There were no committee presentations.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Chair Okuda announced a Special Meeting would commence following this Board meeting regarding individual permits for usage of the wetlands adjacent to Waihee Stream.
ADJOURNMENT – The meeting was adjourned at 9:53 p.m.
Submitted by Nola J. Frank, Neighborhood Assistant
Reviewed by Chair George Okuda