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KAHALU'U NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2007

KEY PROJECT 

CALL TO ORDER: Chair George Okuda called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m., a quorum was present. Everyone was reminded about the time limits per speaker and to have all cellular phones turned off or to silent mode, which was posted at the top of the agenda.

MEMBERS PREENT: Robert Cappella, Emil Wolfgramm, George Okuda, Morris Graham, Jean Paul Renoir, Rocky Kaluhiwa, Arthur Machado, Jr., Kurt Mench, Wayne Panoke, Kenneth LeVasseur, Amy Luersen, Rich Vermeesch, Gregory Geboski.

MEMBERS ABSENT: Daniel Bender and John Piper.

GUESTS: Captain William Ralston (Honolulu Fire Department – Kahalu’u), Lt. R. Robinson (Honolulu Police Department, Kaneohe District 4),Tania Tom Hoon, Jacce Mikulanec (Councilmember Donovan Dela Cruz’s Office), Councilmember Donovan Dela Cruz, Debbie Frasco, Gary Frasco, Barry Usagawa (Board of Water Supply), D. Keala Naluai, Jaye Torres, Margaret Primacio (Keep Kahuku County Inc.), Wayne Thompson, Alika Lambert, Craig Nishimura (Mayor’s Representative/Deputy Director Department of Design and Construction), Richard Torres (Deputy Director, City Department of Transportation Services), Layden Akasaki and Mike Oshiro (City Department of Transportation Services),Dr. Morgan Barrett (Governor’s Representative/State Department of Health), Mrs. Barrett, Joe Pickard, Moana Lee, and Nola J. Frank (Neighborhood Commission Office staff).

RESIDENTS/COMMUNITY CONCERNS:

Chair Okuda apologized and explained to Panoke that the Kahuku Village Project/Shoreline Development was inadvertently omitted from the agenda and suggested it could be added to the agenda with a two-third vote.

Panoke moved and seconded by Kaluhiwa to add the Kahuku Villages Project/Shoreline Development under New Business on tonight’s agenda. The motion carried unanimously, 13-0-0.

INFORMATIONAL SESSION:

Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – Captain Ralston reported 12 fire related calls, 26 medical and 7 miscellaneous calls. Fire Safety Tip – Every home should have a working smoke detector installed near each sleeping area and on every level. Since cooking vapors and steam can set off a smoke detector, the detector should be located away from the kitchen or bathroom. Wall-mounted detectors should be positioned 4 to 12 inches below the ceiling and away from air vents.

Questions and comments: 1) Panoke asked if the area is adequately staffed with firefighters. Captain Ralston replied the station has one vacancy. However, the manpower issue is filled with the new recruits. Captain Ralston was thanked for attending the meeting.

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – Lt. Robinson circulated the January statistics and noted the Narcotics/Vice Division received 17 new complaints and ten complaints have been closed. The Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) issued a warrant today in Kahalu’u. Statistics included 2 parking violations, 10 DUI, 12 felonies, 14 misdemeanors, 11 traffic, 46 speeding, and 188 moving violations, and 197 miscellaneous citations. He asked for support of HB 1817, relating to the Employees’ Retirement system; HB 1818, relating to reemployment of government retirants; HB 1819, relating to retirees rehiring; and HB 1820, relating to state income tax (this bill is dead). The department is focusing on recruitment and retention of police officers. There are 22 authorized beats in District 4, with only 18 beats funded. Patrol officer assignments are 2 for Waimanalo, 3 covering Kahuku, 5 in Kaneohe, and 5 in Kailua. The patrol staffing never goes below eighty percent.

Questions and Concerns: 1) Machado asked if there is three bodies (patrol officers) in every beat. Lt. Robinson replied the authorized strength is about 169, which includes patrol officers, administration, detectives, bike detail, DUI unit, computer statistics person, etc. Watch patrols has 39 first watch, 29 second watch and 45 assigned to the third watch. 2) Kaluhiwa reported increased drinking at He’eia Kea Pier. Lt. Robinson answered that there is more drinking on the sandbar and the people eventually come back to the pier, and it is a problem area for HPD. A felony assault and misdemeanor assault arrests were recently made. HPD did speak with the Department of Land and Natural Resources Harbor agent Earl Yamamoto to try to resolve the issues. 3) An audience member reported drug activity in the Waiahole Homestead area. The response was that HPD is well aware of the problem. Cappella added that the issue was brought up two years ago and to date not many arrests have been made. He stated there is ongoing criminal activity. 4) Cappella reported that off-road vehicles continue to desecrate the stream (crossing the stream) in Waikane area every weekend. He suggested posting an officer in the area on a Saturday morning to issue citations. 5) Relating to the House Bills being proposed by HPD, Panoke commented that nothing has changed in the district in four years, there are still fourteen vacancies. 5) An audience member reported two tires stolen from a classic car being built in the Homestead Road area possibly by persons residing at the suspected drug house. Lt. Robinson responded that the State’s Drug Nuisance Abatement Unit focuses on drug houses and possible eviction. Chair Okuda added that it is a slow process and suggested calls be made to the Attorney General’s Office for more information on the Unit. The audience member noted that residents living across the valley hear gunshots coming from the Homestead Road.  Lt. Robinson was thanked for attending the meeting.

Board of Water Supply (BWS) – Barry Usagawa reported no main breaks for the month of January. Dean Nakano is the new Deputy Manager and Chief Engineer for BWS. Nakano has served as Acting Deputy Director of the Commission on Water Resource Management (CWRM) with the State Department of Land and Natural Resources for nearly two years. He has been with the Commission since its onset and was the Hydrologic Planning Program manager for CWRM for nearly ten years prior to his appointment. Water Saving Tip – Repair dripping faucets by replacing washers. If your faucet is dripping at the rate of one drop per second, you can expect to waste 2,700 gallons per year. Operate automatic dishwashers and clothes washers only when they are fully loaded or properly set the water level for the size of load you are using. Barry Usagawa was thanked for attending the meeting.

Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH) – Sarah Fry reported one battalion and one squadron have deployed to Iraq; another squadron is preparing for deployment to Iraq.  Marines and other personnel participated in the pre-game and halftime ceremonial activities at the Pro-Bowl. MCBH is hosting open house meetings to discuss forming a Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) on Tuesday, March 6, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Aikahi Elementary School Cafeteria, and on Wednesday, March 7, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Waiahole Elementary School Cafeteria. The Restoration Advisory Board is a forum for the discussion and exchange of environmental cleanup information between the Department of Defense (DOD), state and federal regulatory agencies and the local community. MCBH will form a RAB if there is sufficient community interest and commitment to participate. The meetings are to encourage involvement from different neighborhoods and to give you more than one location and date to choose from. There will be no formal presentation.

Questions, and comments: 1) Geboski asked the history of RAB. Fry replied that she is just reporting notice of the meetings. 2) Panoke commented if the concerns would bring up Waikane Valley again. He stated it is the responsibility of the military for the cleanup and said he thinks it is an insult to the community to start a new process. 3) Cappella relayed that two years ago a meeting was held at Waiahole Elementary School and to his understanding funding was appropriated for the cleanup. Fry answered formation of the RAB does not affect the commitment of the military to cleanup. 4) Luersen asked how RAB relates to a previous committee with a similar name. Fry replied answers will be provided at these two meetings. 5) LeVasseur noted it seems like the military would like to bring the community together, which is protocol for the military to address the issues and follow the procedure.  6) Kaluhiwa asked if the meetings would include the He’eia area. Fry responded to her understanding it just the MCBH, Mokapu and Waikane. 7) Panoke commented when it became a requirement for the federal government to form advisory groups. He commented that talk is good, but funding does not go in the same direction. 8) Vermeesch reported there is concern regarding the increase of air activity over Kaneohe Bay. Fry replied that this weekend the airfield will once again open until 1:30 p.m. The airfield is used by the Navy and other services such as the Hawaii National Guard, the DEA, and FBI. 8) Relative to the scoping meeting, it is still going through the process and no update has been reported.

Kaneohe Bay Regional Council (KBRC) – Art Machado reported that his first meeting as a representative for the Board will be on April 4, 2007. Regarding the sandbar incident three weeks ago, the biggest problem is underage drinking. The area needs more supervision. He will also do follow up relative to the Board’s position on the scoping Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).

Questions, answers and comments: 1) Panoke asked what is the Council’s position when an EIS is created that relates to Kaneohe Bay, although the P-8 planes are quieter. The Council must start to take initiative to work with the military to release some of that responsibility from that area. Machado noted that the issue is raised monthly at the Civilian/Military Board meetings. In general, the Council and military is trying to compromise.

Without objections, the agenda was taken out of order to 9.B, Governor’s Representative.

REPORTS BY PUBLIC OFFICIALS:

Governor’s Representative – Dr. Barrett, representing the Governor reported that the second meeting regarding the homeless on the Leeward Coast was positive. Follow up would be done regarding the homeless on the Windward side. Relative to the Kawamoto property on Iuiu Street, the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) confirmed there are no permits issued to trim the trees. Regarding the ATV’s that are illegally riding in Waiahole Valley and their My Space website, it is the responsibility of the landowner to report and violations to the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement (DOCARE). The State Department of Transportation is working to hire a designer for the widening of Kamehameha Highway and will hold public informational meeting in the next couple of months. An on-site office for DOCARE at the He’eia State Park is not confirmed. Regarding the cease and desist order for Lot 79, the current status quo is that the RFP process began on January 15, 2007 and the deadline for submission of proposals was February 14, 2007. A committee will then be selected prior to the next meeting on March 8, 2007. Relative to smoke from the piggery, the matter was referred to the Department of Health’s (DOH Clean-
Air Branch for follow up. The DOH does allow for cooking of food including swill. There are no regulations regarding open burning. On February 5, 2007 investigators were unable to access the property, which is currently under an eviction notice from the City’s Department of Zoning.

Questions and comments: 1) Doug Goodman of HCHP said that the Homeless Coalition has offered to start a Homeless Shelter at the old Noriko property. 2) Follow up will be done regarding how to report smoking from private homes affecting neighbors. 3) Follow up will be done regarding abandoned vehicles near He’eia Bridge. 4) Mench asked if the widening of Kahekili Highway for the contra-flow would be between Haiku Road and Hui Iwa Street. He also inquired about the project for the Kahekili and Kamehameha Highway intersection. A progress report would be given at the next meeting. Chair Okuda requested for Scott Ishikawa of the State Department of Transportation (DOT) to attend the March meeting and would place this item on the March agenda. Geboski asked the status of the proposed contra-flow lane and asked if the design consultant for the project is from DOT. 5) Regarding He’eia State Park, Kaluhiwa requested an evaluation of the present leases as to what would best serve the community. Barrett answered there was no new update relative to the Kaneohe Master Plan. Dr. Morgan Barrett was thanked for attending the meeting.

The agenda order resumed.

APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES, JANUARY 2007: Chair Okuda asked if there were any correction or additions to the January 2007 Regular Meeting Minutes:

• Page 2, Questions, answers and comments line 2 should read, “…Machado raised concern regarding marked abandoned vehicles across He’eia Kea Park…”
• Page 4, first paragraph. “…delete 4)…”
• Page 7, first Questions and comments line 8 should read, “…Wayne Thomson said a complaint was filed with the Department of Planning and Permitting that informed him the pig farm permit has no grandfather clause…”
• Page 7, second Questions and Comments should read, “…1) Cappella asked the duties of DLNR        because there are off-road vehicles destroying the land and riding across the stream in Waiahole Valley. The off-road vehicles riders have a website.
• Page 7, last Questions and comments last sentence should read, “…The community wanted the intersection (Kahekili/Kamehameha Highways) modified, but no stoplight …”

Machado moved and seconded by Vermeesch to accept the regular meeting minutes of January 2007 as corrected. The motion carried unanimously, 13-0-0.

TREASURER’S REPORT – Chair Okuda reported Operating/Publicity Account balance for January 2007 was $1,883.61, current expenses $89.22, leaving a balance of $1,794.39; no expenditures in the Refreshment Account leaving the balance at $120.00. For the month of February 2007, the Operating/Publicity account balance was $1,794.39, expenditures $57.97, leaving a balance of $1,736.45; no expenditures in the Refreshment Account leaving the balance at $120.00. The treasurer’s report will be filed subject to audit.

PRESENTATION:

Drifting on Hui Iwa Street – Richard Torres, Layden Akasaki and Mike Oshiro of the City Department of Transportation Services showed a short power point presentation and highlighted possible solutions to minimize drifting, speeding and accidents:

• Install quick kurbs with delineators in the center of Hui Iwa Street. There would be breaks between driveways so as not to restrict property owners turning left into their properties.
• Install edge of travel way lines to visually reduce lane widths and have designated parking areas. Night reflectors would brighten the lanes at night from Halemanu Street to the upper end of Hui Kelu Street to Apoalewa Place to minimize or eliminate the problem.
• Conceptual lanes to minimize the travel way with the curb lane at ten-feet and no loss of parking.

Questions, answers and comments: 1) LeVasseur agreed with the curb width and noted road texture is a big part of drifting. 2) Approximately twelve people in the audience tonight were for this issue. 3) Regarding the quick curbs, they could be installed temporarily or permanently since this is a pilot project. 4) Comments were made that the quick curbs are visually ugly. 5) An audience member asked if speed bumps could be installed instead of quick kurbs. Oshiro replied the policy is not to install speed bumps on main streets, bus routes, or routes for emergency vehicles. 6) A resident preferred a median and mentioned that crosswalks on upper Hui Iwa need repainting. Oshiro will refer the repainting matter to the maintenance department. 7) Ewa Beach and Foster Village have quick kurbs installed. The quick kurbs would be placed three-feet apart. Raised dots would be installed on the center line of the road. 8) Luersen said she attended the DTS meeting and thanked DTS for attending the Board meeting. She commented she thinks the quick kurbs are unsightly. She noted an issue raised at the DTS meeting was a median and engineers were concerned about the safety issue and cost. This is a pilot project and the quick kurbs could be slowly removed and eventually replaced with a low median that requires no maintenance. Oshiro replied DTS is thinking of a pilot project and the next issue is funding and everyone agreeing on what solution. 9) Cappella asked if drifting is just a fad and the estimated cost of the pilot project. He suggested the law be enforced with severe penalties for violators. Oshiro answered that he spoke with Lt. Robinson of HPD who said they are not always able to catch the violators. 10) Vermeesch asked if any thought has been given to discourage drivers from doing that activity (drifting). He suggested speaking with drifters for their input to help solve the problem. 11) A resident commented that drifting has heightened the ongoing speeding issue. 12) Machado commented that this is a slow initiative and even if this is only a pilot project encouraged residents to get a plan together. 13) Chair Okuda added if no quick kurbs are wanted, DTS must start somewhere. 14) Relative to technology, a resident noted we once had the van cams, which would be a way to see the license plates and enforce the law. Comments were made that would not identify the driver of the car that would be issued a citation. Oshiro reiterated that HPD tries to respond when they can. Chair Okuda noted by law could a camera be put up to catch speeders. The response was that Oshiro did not know the law regarding this matter. The legalities would have to be looked at. 15) Oshiro said two lanes could be looked at up to where a left turn into Halemanu Street. The project would approximately cost $100,000 to purchase equipment, installation, maintenance and removal is something more permanent is to be done. 16) Luersen asked if the design cost includes a median. The answer was no. Luersen suggested looking at design and cost estimates for two options, the quick kurbs and a no/low cost median. Oshiro replied a rough estimate could be made for both. 17) LeVasseur suggested bots dots on the center lines to deter drifters. Oshiro said one problem with the bots dots is noise for the neighbors. LeVasseur said it should not be a problem if the dots are placed on the center dividing line. 18) The earliest project completion date would be July 2007 utilizing Capital Improvement Project (CIP) funds. However, this project could take twelve to eighteen months. Currently there is no funding in the 2007 budget. Panoke noted 2007 funding requests would go into the 2008 budget. Councilmember Dela Cruz said the Mayor has until March 3, 2007 to submit the budget to Council. DTS can include this project in the budget request and look to supplementing or amending. 19) Luersen asked if funding in the maintenance budget could be used now for striping consistent with the intended design. Councilmember Dela Cruz said the budget is flexible. 18) Machado asked how can the project presented tonight be expedited and have it on the books. The Councilmember asked Oshiro if the quick kurbs could be installed now. Chair Okuda asked if lane lines and bots dots could be installed. Councilmember Dela Cruz suggested identifying how much funding the maintenance department has and to get an opinion from the emergency response people regarding the quick kurbs. 20) Panoke said suggestions need to be communicated to the Administration to consider putting this request into the budget. 21) Chair Okuda said another meeting with DTS and the community is needed to decide on what would be a better solution. He asked if a letter from the Board by March 3 for consideration would be helpful or to wait until the next budget cycle.

Luersen moved and seconded by Panoke that the Kahalu’u Neighborhood Board No. 29 request the Department of Transportation Services to move immediately to adding striping and painting in the area of Hui Iwa Street between Hui Kelu and Halemanu Streets and to include in the budget funding for bot dots and a median by March 3, 2007. The motion carried unanimously, 13-0-0.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Appointment of Board PIG Group Members Regarding Kahalu’u Regional Park – Chair Okuda asked for volunteers from the Board and said seven Board members, one less than the quorum of eight could be on the . PIG Group. PIG Group members are Kurt Mench, Robert Cappella, Art Machado, Wayne Panoke Jean Paul Renoir, Amy Luersen and Morris Graham. Art Machado was designated temporary Chair for the group.

Kahalu’u Regional Park Update: Mayor’s representative Craig Nishimura said he spoke with Les Chang, Director for the Department of Parks and Recreation who informed him that the rocks have been cleared off the field and it is important that the park is maintained. A conversation with the contractor resulted with a walk through the park sometime this week. Option 1 would be completion date August 2007, which deviates from the original scope of work, maintenance of the grass – not all rocks to be removed, and install drainage. Option 2 would strip the entire field and redo six inches of top soil, rock removal, replant trees and foliage, drainage system with completion March or April 2008. It hopeful the walk through will move the process forward.

Questions, answers and comments: 1) Machado agreed with Option 2 noting his main concern is safety for the kids using the field for sports. 2) Cappella agreed with Machado and stated the project was a failure from the start and questioned the loss of vegetation and trees. 3) Mench mentioned per the history of the park, it originally did not have a lot of rocks in the dirt on the field. More rocks were brought in with the topsoil. 4) As a change order to the project there is enough funding to complete Option 2. 5) Panoke agreed with Machado and Option 2.

Machado moved and seconded by Panoke that the Kahalu’u Neighborhood Board No. 29 supports Option 2- striping of entire field replace with six inches of quality topsoil, new drainage system, replanting the grass, and maintenance  for the Kahalu’u Regional Park.  Discussion followed.  The motion carried unanimously, 13-0-0.

Smoking, Private Homes and Care Facilities – Brought up earlier in the meeting during the Governors Representative report.

Resident Complaint to Neighborhood Commission on Residency - Naluai read from her document that she characterized as a letter addressed to the Board about the subject of a complaint that she had filed with the Neighborhood Commission. Chair Okuda allowed her to read the majority of the document, asking her to summarize after three minutes with her continuing to read, he then asked her twice more to finish her thought because she was over time limit. She continued to read; he took a five minute recess during which she continued to read from her document.

9:39 p.m. the meeting resumed.

NEW BUSINESS:

Without objections the agenda was taken out of order to Kahuku Villages and Shoreline.

Kahuku Villages and Shoreline – Joe Pickard asked for Board support of SB 851, relating to banning shoreline development. A hearing is set for next week and he asked for Board support and testimonies from Board members. Relative to the issue Campbell Estate sold the land surrounding and including the Kahuku Golf Course to Continental Pacific. An approval of a 201 H variance waiver application would allow the developer to circumvent the entire zoning process. The application requires only one yes vote from the City Council, and they must act to affirmatively deny the waiver within a thirty day period or it is automatically approved. An offer by the developer to the residents is that they could purchase their homes (Kahuku Village) for $75,000 if they agreed to the stipulations set forth, if not face eviction. Pickard stated that the 201 H waiver is abusive and the community does not support the project or any waterfront development.

Questions and comments: 1) Geboski asked why does the bill ask for the protection of undeveloped shoreline. Pickard replied to keep the sand from being mined. 2) Cappella noted the area is zoned R-5. 3) Renoir commented if there is not development to the waterfront, renovate the golf course and sell home around it making the homes affordable. The response was that the developer wants to make a quick buck. 4) Kaluhiwa noted Maui has a similar law (concerning shoreline protection) that could be used as an example. 5) Luersen wanted to know why the Kahuku Villages need to vote to approve the development.. The answer was that the 201 H waiver requires the support of the community for it to be taken to the City Council. 6) Vermeesch asked for an explanation of the waiver. Pickard said it was created 20 years ago to help projects like the Ewa Villages. Partnerships between the City, State and developer that allowed an exemption from the zoning process if 50 or more affordable units were to be developed. Joe Pickard was thanked for attending the meeting.

Panoke moved and seconded by Kaluhiwa that the Kahalu’u Neighborhood Board No. 29 support the Kahuku Community and requesting the City Council to reject the Continental Pacific’s application for a 201 H waiver.  The motion carried unanimously 13-0-0.

Panoke moved and seconded by Kaluhiwa that the Kahalu’u Neighborhood Board No. 29 support the position of shoreline protection from any future development. The motion carried unanimously, 13-0-0.

Council Resolution 06-346 CD1, Relating to Kahalu’u Regional Park – The City Department of Parks and Recreation has been notified.

Celebrate Kaneohe – Kaluhiwa moved and seconded by Panoke is that the Kahalu’u Neighborhood Board No. 29 supports the “Celebrate Kaneohe” project. The motion carried unanimously, 13-0-0.

Senate Bill 929 requires the presentation to the Neighborhood Board or Community Association for any Development by the Department of Hawaiian Homelands – No report.

Luersen left during the above portion of the meeting (12 members present).

Proposed DOCARE Field Office at He’eia State Park – This item will be placed on the March agenda.

REPORTS BY PUBLIC OFFICIALS’:

Mayor’s Representative – Craig Nishimura distributed Chinese New Year’s (Year of the Boar) ribbons with a booklet offering discounts at certain establishments through the month of February. Follow up to a request for 24-hour Windward O’ahu bus service, current ridership figures do not reflect a need for 24-hour bus service. If ridership figures show a need for this type of service in the future, it will be considered as part of the bus service planning efforts. Regarding smoke from open fires for cooking pig swill, this concern has been referred to the State Department of Health, Environmental Services Division. There is no word if a notice of violation has been issued.

Questions and comments: 1) Follow up will be done as to how bus service is determined. 2) It was reported two loads of rocks on the makai side of the canoe halau, although no grading permits were issued. In reply, Glover was given a contract and is going through the permitting process. 3) Kaluhiwa requested the filling of potholes. 4) An update on the canoe halau would be reported at the next meeting. 5) LeVasseur reported the left turn light west of Hui Iwa, Kaneohe bound sensors not restored since Hawaiian Dredging took it off line. 6) A question was posed if DPP records of permits are available to the public before being archived. 7) Mench raised concern regarding weed killer sprayed on the sides of the road and running-off into the ocean. Follow up will be done. Craig Nishimura was thanked for attending the meeting.

U.S. Representative Mazie Hirono – No representative was present.

Councilmember Donovan Dela Cruz – Councilmember Dela Cruz circulated his monthly report and noted his is assisting Mr. Lambert regarding the Kawamoto property. His office has sent a letter to DPP and will send a Kawamoto a letter regarding the issues and liabilities. DPP and DLNR were unaware of culverts on the Kawamoto property. Chair Okuda will draft a letter to Henry Eng, DPP Director. A RISER (request for investigation and services and report) relative to bots dots and restriping for Hui Iwa Street will be by the Councilmember. A RISER will be sent regarding the baseball field lights. HPD will be asked to review the crosswalk at Haiku Road and Kahekili Highway. He is working on pedestrian programs with OMPO. The following bills passed first reading:  Bill 6, relating to graffiti passed first reading and referred to the Committee on Public Health; Bill 8, implementation of Charter amendments relating to the Clean Water and Natural Lands Fund and the Affordable Housing Fund (implementing the Charter amendment ratified by the voters at the 2006 general election. Second Reading: Bill 87 (2006) CD1, park rules and regulations making it unlawful for any person to fail to comply with signs and notices posted in public parks or any order or directive given by any park employee or Water Safety Officer in the course of performing their assigned duties; Bill 89, relates to dog bites requiring a veterinarian to report the incident to HPD.  Resolution 7-039 relates to the fixed guideway system.

Senator Clayton Hee – No representative was present.

Representative Colleen Meyer – No representative was present.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Planning –the Kahalu’u Master Plan updatewill be reported at the March meeting.

There were no other committee reports.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

• Kahalu’u Neighborhood Board Recognition Program – Chair reminded Board members to submit names of for recognition.
• Next Board meeting will be on Wednesday, March 14, 2007, KEY Project, 47-400 Waihee Road, at 7:00 p.m.
• Agenda item requests must be directed to the neighborhood assistant two weeks prior to the Board’s meeting. The neighborhood assistant will then send the draft agenda to Chair Okuda for finalization.

ADJOURNMENT – Without objections the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.

Submitted by, Nola J. Frank, Neighborhood Assistant

  Reviewed by, George Okuda, Chair