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MAKAKILO / KAPOLEI / HONOKAI HALE

 NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2006

KAPOLEI HIGH SCHOOL CAFETORIUM

CALL TO ORDER: Chair Maeda Timson called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. with a quorum present.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Brent Buckley, Kioni Dudley, Michael Golojuch, Shad Kane, Jane Ross, Maeda Timson, George Yamamoto.

MEMBERS ABSENT: Linda Young.

GUESTS:  Jamie Freitas, Charles Freitas, Charles Freitas Jr., Gary Oliva, Shirley Kinoshita, Councilmember Todd Apo, Carolyn Golojuch, Wendy Sefo (Councilmember Apo’s Office staff), George Kuo, Michele Golojuch, Michael Golojuch Jr., Polly Grace, Georgette Stevens, Barbara Gaboya, Jeanette Grace, George Grace III, Franklin Souza, Kurt Fevella (Chair, Ewa Neighborhood Board No. 23), John Ridings, Doug Chafe, Keoni Fox, Daniel Chang, Laurie Miyagawa, Roy Miyagawa, Lauern Aamdd, Bob Farrell, Bob Creps, Bill Aamdd, Lolita Takeda, Theresia McMurdo (Campbell Estate), Commissioner Chair Grant Tanimoto (Neighborhood Commission – Chair, Aliamanu/Salt Lake/Foster Village Neighborhood Board No. 18), Commission Vice Chair Sylvia Young (Neighborhood Commission), Kelley Ann Santiago (Neighborhood Commission Office staff), Joan Manke (Executive Secretary, Neighborhood Commission), Puni Chee (Councilmember Nestor Garcia’s Office staff), Evelyn Souza, Michael Lavatia, Obed Donlin; Major Michael Moses, Captain Mitchell Kiyuna, Lt. Sarrel Sojot, and Lt. Dagan Tsuchida (Honolulu Police Department); Henry Eng (Mayor’s representative – Director, Department of Planning and Permitting); Steve Kelly (Campbell Estate); Elwin Spray (Neighborhood Commission Office staff).

BOARD MEMBERS’ ROLL CALL AND WELCOME: Five Board members were present (Buckley,  Dudley, Golojuch, Ross, Timson).  Chair Timson noted the need to treat one another as if each were a guest within your own home, to have respect and aloha for each other, to address questions through the chair, to observe time limits as listed on the agenda and to have the meeting end by 9:45 p.m. in order to secure the school.   She said the presentation time limits for the agenda item on Fort Barrett park use was to be fifteen minutes and for Grace Pacific, ten minutes.

Kane arrived at 7:04 p.m.; six Board members present.

MONTHLY REPORTS, PART I:

Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – Chair Timson deferred the fire department report, noting that the representatives were not present and likely responding to a call.

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – Lt. Sojot represented HPD and introduced the new Kapolei district commander, Major Mike Moses, accompanied by Captain Kiyuna, reporting that Moses has replaced Major Tamashiro who was appointed a Deputy Chief for HPD.  Sojot gave the monthly HPD report on crime statistic comparisons for the general Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board area for August and July 2006 (format: August/July) – 6/2 robbery, 25/26 burglaries, 60/45 thefts, 28/26 auto thefts, 55/33 thefts from vehicles (UEMVs), 35/26 thefts from persons, 1/2 identity (ID) thefts, 76/91 motor vehicle collisions (MVCs), 1/2 driving under the influence (DUIs), 25/29 criminal property damages (CPDs), 5/3 drugs. There were 349/265 adult arrests, 151/77 juvenile arrests, and 500/342 total arrests.  Sojot distributed phone numbers for the reporting of drug activity:

·         HPD, Narcotics/Vice:                                      592-3101

·         State Attorney General, Drug Nuisance:        586-1328

·         Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA):      541-1930

 Yamamoto arrived at 7:14 p.m.; seven Board members present.

Major Moses introduced himself and reported that he has been assigned to Windward locations for the past twenty-seven years.  Chair Timson welcomed him on behalf of the community and offered congratulations to both Moses and Tamashiro.  Golojuch expressed concern that the theft of copper wire from the freeway has affected the safety of those who drive on the state highway.  Buckley referenced the recent freeway blockage in Aiea and asked that HPD develop a plan to deal with scenarios of traffic blockage, noting that with the closure of the state highway, all City roads were at gridlock.  Golojuch Jr. reported illegally posted campaign signs on public property, especially the on-ramps to state freeways, and asked for more HPD awareness and enforcement.  G. Grace introduced himself as working with the Live and Let Live Program (the HPD program that displays wrecked accident cars and opposes drinking-and-driving) and asked about the next community meeting; Chair Timson referred the question to Sefo (from Councilmember Apo’s office), explaining that Sefo had been involved with a meeting the prior night.  Sefo reported the next meeting on October 10, 2006, under the coordination of Officer Mark Tom at the Kapolei Station; she was available to answer questions about the program at Councilmember Apo’s office 547-7001.

Chair Timson noted that the HFD was not present and said that, if there were no objections, she would ask the HFD to give their report upon their arrival.  There were no objections, the special order for the agenda passed 7-0-0.

Filling of Vacancy – Chair Timson reported that there was a Board member vacancy and invited nominations or a volunteer to fill the remainder of the un-expired term (until May 31, 2007), explaining that a vote of five members was necessary to elect a member.

Chair Timson welcomed the attendance of Neighborhood Commission Chair Grant Tanimoto and Commission Vice Chair Sylvia Young at the meeting.

Nominations were made to fill the vacancy:  Ross nominated Lolita Takeda (Golojuch seconded), Buckley nominated Obed Donlin, Yamamoto nominated Robert Locquiao, Dudley nominated John Ridings, and Sarah Akiona volunteered. 

Chair Timson invited the five nominators to introduce their candidates to the community:

1.                  Takeda:  Ross noted that Takeda was a regular attendee to Board meetings, was knowledgeable especially in community education issues, had 13 years in the Kapolei School Complex, and had been involved with the Farm Fair for past three years.

2.                  Donlin:  Buckley said Donlin was a community activist (mainly through soccer – as a regional commissioner), was active at Sunsets, worked for Seagull Schools and was honored the past year with a KOA (Kapolei Outstanding Achievement) community-award.

3.                  Locquiao:  Yamamoto endorsed Locquiao, a West Hills resident who was a 2005 neighborhood board candidate and an active resident involved in transportation issues.

4.                  Ridings:  Dudley said that Ridings had worked hard as a candidate at the last Neighborhood Board election, coming within five votes of winning, and being a regular Board attendee and participant.

5.                  Akiona:  Akiona introduced herself as a prior Board member, as well as a 44-year Makakilo resident involved in the community.  She is a grandmother who is now retired after 20 years as a Deputy Sheriff and continues to be an advocate for community issues.

Chair Timson noted that Akiona had spoken and asked if other nominees would like to speak:

1.                  Takeda said she had moved here in 1993, was involved in the schools and Kapolei Community Policing, and has the time to be involved has her children are becoming young adults.

2.                  Ridings noted his concerns with traffic issues and lights, his residency since 1977, and that he is aware of community issues and would like to assist in reaching solutions.

3.                  Locquiao reported he lived in West Hills and expressed his desire to work with the neighborhood board.

4.                  Donlin reported that he has been involved with AYSO soccer (American Youth Soccer Organization) - currently being the AYSO regional commissioner, has been a resident since 1994, is supportive of youth programs and is concerned with traffic issues.

Chair Timson noted the presence of Kapolei High School Principal Alvin Nagasako and Executive Secretary Joan Manke (Neighborhood Commission) and welcomed them to the meeting.

Chair Timson asked for public input, with C. Golojuch endorsing Takeda (as an individual always working to support schools and youth) and Sevenson testifying for Donlin (reporting Donlin active in youth soccer program and dedicated to the community).  Chair Timson called for the vote, which was Takeda –  three votes, Donlin – two votes, Locquiao – one vote, and Ridings – one vote.  Takeda: Golojuch, Ross, Timson.  Donlin: Buckley, Kane.  Locquiao: Yamamoto.  Ridings: Dudley. Akiona: none.  Chair Timson announced that the vote required was for five votes to be in agreement, that the vote had failed to achieve five votes and that the vacancy issue could be brought up later.

Mayor’s Representative – Henry Eng, Director – Department of Planning and Permitting, represented Mayor Hannemann and distributed copies of the Mayor’s community report for September 2006.  Eng reported that the building permit for the Kapolei Park parking lot was approved on September 19, 2006.  He also reported that he and several City planning officials are to be on the mainland for the Board’s next meeting; the City planners are to study municipal transit systems in Vancouver, Portland, San Francisco and San Diego.  He invited the community to visit the Planning and Permitting Department’s website www.honoluludpp.org.

Buckley noted that he had requested HPD to follow-up on developing plans for a future freeway blockage and asked why there were no HPD called out; Eng said that HPD had responded to requests for officers and that he would look into the issue.  Yamamoto noted the need to extend planning for the proposed rapid transit line to the Kapolei business center.  Dudley asked about a future Wal-Mart community meeting, with Timson reporting that she had requested the Wal-Mart planners to make a presentation at the Board’s November 29, 2006 meeting.  Dudley asked about the intent of the mainland transit visits with Eng responding that the focus of the studies are the transit stations, which are primarily rail systems.  Golojuch noted the need for the transit corridor to extend to Kapolei as the appropriate site for a base yard.  Golojuch Jr. noted his prior concerns reported to HPD and asked that Eng also follow-up with candidates about the posting of political signs on public property.  Eng reminded members that he would not be present at the October meeting, with Buckley and Chair Timson commenting on the November meeting being scheduled for November 29, 2006 and no other meeting planned for December 2006.

Councilmember Todd Apo – Councilmember Apo distributed a community report and highlighted:

1.                  He followed up with the State Deportment of Transportation about the planning for the Fort Barrett widening project and reported that the project will include installation of sidewalks and street lighting.

2.                  The City’s Managing Director, the Deputy Managing Director, the City Parks Director, the YMCA and the National Guard have all visited the Kalaeloa Recreation Center and all are pursuing a possible solution that will permit the City to keep the site open.

3.                  The $3 billion transit corridor is reported to be shorter than was anticipated and that he feels Kapolei must be included; the meetings are continuing and the recommendations are to be sent to the Council for decision making in November 2006.  He reported that he would be ready at the next meeting to make a presentation on the transit system.

Chair Timson thanked Apo for his report and especially thanked him for his efforts on the Kalaeloa Recreation Center, which she reported that the Navy has said it is firmly committed to the October 15, 2006 closure. Dudley expressed concern that the example of Eng studying rail sites prior to the decision for rail being reached is an example of how rail is being assumed as the project and asked that Apo keep an open mind.  Dudley also asked about the possible condemnation of land for a racetrack with Apo reporting that he had met with the director of the City’s Department of Enterprise Services within the last week and had nothing new to add but that options are continuing to be explored.  Apo also said that he is continuing to explore all of the transit corridor options and that the option for rail is not decided, adding that there is a provision for a transit base yard adjacent to Pearl Harbor.  C. Golojuch thanked Apo for his efforts for the recreation center and asked if the community can assist him; Apo suggested sending words of encouragement to Mayor Hannemann, who is also working hard but would appreciate knowing it was a community-wide project.  Takeda asked that the planners be reminded of the need for bike lanes and crosswalks in the Fort Barrett widening project; Apo said he would communicate to the State.  P. Grace asked about the Kalaeloa Recreation Center -- how many users and when was the closure found out about.  Apo said the current users are all military, retired or sponsored, including swim groups who are guests and that the closure was announced about a month and a half ago, with Chair Timson reporting that the Navy had made the announcement two months ago for an October closure, with no advance discussion or notice.  G. Grace noted that the issue of rezoning of the former raceway site may come before the Council considers resolutions for restoration of the raceway operation and urged deferral of zoning legislation; Apo noted that a rezoning was a long process.  Golojuch added that the process of zoning – or of changing a zoning – should be studied by any private organizations or groups who are starting efforts to make a zoning change.  Ross noted that the roadway fronting the library – Manawai Street – now has more dangerous traffic since the link with Fort Barrett Road was opened, especially with cars being parked on both sides and people jay-walking between the cars; Apo reported both he and Councilmember Garcia have requested new signage.  Chair Timson thanked Apo, reminded the audience that the room needed to be vacated no later than 9:45 p.m. in order to allow the custodians to close up, and pointed out that there are a number of issues to be heard tonight.

Councilmember Nester Garcia – Chee represented Councilmember Garcia, distributed a community report, and highlighted that the request was made for a permanent speed display sign for the Farrington Highway corridor, that recently reported Mauka Lani Park graffiti made already been painted out by the Parks personnel, and that the Palailai Park comfort station construction was to begin in September 2006.  Chee also called attention to the report on proposed City Charter issues to be voted on in the November General Election and invited the community to review handouts on the twelve proposals.  Chee reported that the impasse the City has had with the Department of Defense over the building of Waipio soccer complex’s restrooms in the explosive zone around Pearl Harbor has changed and the details are now being worked out.  Golojuch reported vandalization of cars in the Palailai Park area (on election day), with Chair Timson commenting that juveniles are climbing the fences, but she noted that the taggers are not as active as before – either at the Mauka Lani Park or other community sites – and thanked Chee and Councilmember Garcia for their support.  Chee reported that there were a variety of changes which hopefully contributed to lowering tagging:  more active response teams and more sever service times and fines for those caught; he noted that in Waikele there had been the apprehension of a 30-year-old tagger, breaking the perception that the taggers are all juveniles.  Buckley also thanked Chee and Garcia for the Waipio Park efforts and expressed satisfaction that the Navy is trying to work with the community in this issue; Chee noted that the issue has been worked on for years by many people. 

Honolulu Fire Department – HFD – Chair Timson announced that the firefighters had dropped off the HFD monthly report, which showed six brush fires, three rubbish fires, two vehicle fires, fifty medical emergencies, no search-and-rescue calls and eleven miscellaneous calls.  Chair Timson reported the Fire Safety tip:

The National Fire Protection Association has selected “Prevent Cooking Fires:  Watch What You Heat” as the theme for Fire Prevention Week, which will be on October 8 – 14, 2006. Signs will be displayed at all fire stations, and demonstrations will be conducted at various schools and shopping centers around the island. The 2006 Fire Fighter’s Safety Guide will also be distributed to all elementary schools.

The Honolulu Fire Department would like to take this opportunity to remind the community that the provisions of the traffic code regulating the operation, parking, and standing of vehicles does not apply to emergency vehicles responding to emergencies, provided the driver of the vehicle sounds a siren, bell, or exhaust whistle and displays a lighted red lamp. These warning devices help to ensure the safety of the public as well as the safety of the emergency responder. You could refer to the Revised Ordinances of Honolulu, Traffic Code, Section 15-4.4, or look on the website at www.honolulu.gov further information.

Board of Water Supply – George Kuo represented the BWS and reported that the annual informational workshop for Board members would be September 30 – and that the State Office of Information Practices had said that this was a permitted meeting, that information on construction projects was available online, and that as a water conservation tip, it was suggested that water from cleaning of fish tanks be recycled onto your plants.  Kane asked about the Honouliuli Pump Station’s reconstruction with Kuo explaining that a new well in the Waipahu area has come on line as an additional source, although tapping the same aquifer (shaft providing production of 10 mgd).  Chair Timson asked if there were any other questions, and thanked Kup for his presentation.

Filing of Vacancy – Chair Timson asked if any Board members or nominees had changed their minds or where were Board members prepared to take another vote on filing of the vacancy.  There were no changes.  Dudley suggested a resolution of appreciation for Board member Makaiwi’s years of community service; Chair Timson said it was not appropriate at this agenda point.    

PRESENTATIONS – INFORMATION AND ACTION

Verizon – Develop Telecommunications Facility At Kapolei High (Mike Benson, General Dynamics) – Chair Timson asked Benson to report.  Benson explained that he representing Verizon in the development of a Verizon telecommunications facility at Kapolei High, which would be to add twelve cellular antennas adjacent to the stadium (which would necessitate the replacement of the existing light pole by Verizon and the adding of the antennas).  He explained that a shelter behind the concession stand would be added as the ground system and that rent would be paid to the school.  Benson distributed a map and architectural drawings.

Cingular and Nextel – Develop Telecommunications Facility At Kapolei High (Keoni Fox, Alii Wireless) –  Chiar Timson noted that the Cingular and Nextel project was similar and asked Fox to describe his project.  Fox said that he would be adding antennas to existing light standards with the project resulting in the elimination of one antenna. 

Yamamoto asked Fox if Nextel’s reception would improve, with the comment that Nextel is improving its coverage but that this project was essentially a replacement project so there should not be a dramatic change.  Yamamoto asked about the ability to be added to the Board’s agenda; both said they had no problem.  Dudley asked if the project antennas were the same or different; Benson’s antennas are at 50 feet and Fox’s antennas were at 90 feet, with both working to satisfy the school’s requirements.  Dudley noted a need to improve upper Makakilo coverage; additional antenna sites were reported to be in the process of preparing a permit application.  Buckley asked about the difference in the building space required; Cingular has several small components and Nextel needed a larger space, with Verizon needing a building.  Buckley expressed a concern about the footprints of the school property; the companies reported similar concerns and expressed that they were working with the school.  Chair Timson asked about the application process; Benson said the application had not gone in yet so there was no requirement with Fox saying yes he was required to appear to the Board for the permit application and that he had notified the community.  P. Grace asked what the effect of the towers were at the school; Benson said studies have been done – that Verizon is concerned about safety – and Fox said that the antennas are regulated by the Federal Communications Commission with concerns about the low power emissions at the tip of the antennae but not at the base ninety feet below.  Fox had handouts on safety issues that he distributed.  G. Grace asked about studies on children, wit the reply that those specific studies were not known.  G. Grace asked if the applicants had to make a presentation to a Board committee prior to appearing at the Board meeting; the answer from both was no.  Swenson asked about a comment by Fox that the base equipment was avoiding a new locker room; Fox explained that there are long range plans for a home team locker room but not in the immediate future.  C. Golojuch commended working the applicants on their efforts to get money to the schools and thanked them. 

Chair Timson asked what the applicants wanted from the Board; Benson said it was notification and community reaction and Fox said he was asking for Board support.  Chair Timson thanked Verizon for their presentation and asked them to take the community’s concerns back as they develop their project and asked Board members for their preference with regard to the Cingular and Nextel projects.  Golojuch moved and Ross seconded that the Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 support the Cingular and Nextel telecommunications facility at Kapolei High School.  Dudley asked that a phrase be added that the antennas should appear “similar” to each other, with consent for the amendment.  Dudley also suggested the inclusion of Verizon, with Chair Timson saying that since Verizon was not making a request the inclusion should not be made.  Yamamoto asked that a phrase be added to make a study for the long-term health benefits for the children in the school, with Golojuch suggesting that a study should be a separate motion.  Chair Timson declared that the motion for the Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 to supports the development of Cingular and Nextel telecommunications facilities at Kapolei High School, with antennas which would be “similar” in appearance, passed unanimously, 7-0-0.  Aye: Buckley, Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Ross, Timson, Yamamoto. 

Yamamoto moved and Dudley seconded that the Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 encourage a long-term study of the effects of cellular antennas on schools and that Cingular and Nextel telecommunications report back in 5 years.  Buckley noted that prior studies exist and that the request should be for “more” studies but that if the Board felt the situation was dangerous it should not be approved; Ross noted that the school was involved.  Fox and Benson noted that the schools have studies from the Federal Communications Commission and that the applicants work with the Department of Educations facilities division on antennae placements.   Golojuch suggested an amendment that the studies are asked for by the Department of Education and that if there are no long-range studies, that one is done, with consent for the amendment.  Chair Timson asked for the vote and declared that the motion was for the Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 to encourage the long-term study on the effects and that Cingular and Nextel telecommunications report research studies to the Board.  Chair Timson reported the motion failed because it did not achieve the five votes required for all Board action, 4-3-0.  Aye: Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Yamamoto.  No:  Buckley, Ross, Timson. 

Chair Timson asked for the Board’s pleasure on Verizon; Dudley moved and Ross seconded for the Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 to support the development of a Verizon telecommunications facility at Kapolei High School, with antennas which would be “similar” in appearance.  Chair Timson announced that the motion passed unanimously, 7-0-0.  Aye: Buckley, Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Ross, Timson, Yamamoto.  Chair Timson noted that the time was now 8:45 p.m. and the room needed to be cleared at 9:45 p.m. 

Makakilo Baptist Church – Construction of New Sanctuary – Gary Hockett – Chair Timson asked Hockett to present plans for the Makakilo Baptist Church.  Hockett distributed a report, maps and photos describing the planned construction of a new one-story sanctuary designed to replace the existing structure (which seats 211) with a larger building (that will seat 300).  He reported that construction would begin in January 2007 and would be completed in six to eight months.  He also reported the Board had received a prior presentation on the project and that the preschool operation was planned to continue during the construction period.  Golojuch moved and Ross seconded to support the Makakilo Baptist Church’s construction project.  Dudley asked if it was difficult to get on the Board’s agenda; Hockett said that this was the Church’s third presentation to the Board and that the Church had wanted to be here in August 2006 rather than September.  Buckley commented that he supported the project and asked about additional parking for the site; Hockett said that the temporary parking at the adjacent dental facility was planned to be continued upon completion of the new sanctuary. Chair Timson noted that she was not a member of this church but that the Baptist Church was considered good neighbors to community members and expressed gratitude that the pre-school will remain open. Chair Timson asked for the vote and announced that the motion passed unanimously, 7-0-0.  Aye: Buckley, Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Ross, Timson, Yamamoto.

Kapolei Regional Park Master Plan – Mike Miyabara, of Miyabara Associates, and Terry Hilderbrand, of the City & County of Honolulu, Department of Design and Construction – DDC, were present to review the Master Plan summary of the Fort Barrette or Puu O’Kapolei section of the Kapolei Regional Park.  Miyabara distributed a project summary and a map covering the project scope: the total site is 71 acres with two distinct portions, one, the lower relatively level area and the second, the upper knoll area.  The knoll area is the hill or Puu O’Kapolei, which consists of 31-acres which would be continued as a passive, rustic area with perhaps 1) archery, 2) passive recreation, 3) as a possible community center, and 4) as a possible park shelter facility.  Chair Timson asked why the presentation was being done; with the explanation that this was the first public presentation and that an endorsement by the Board would be welcomed.  Kane commended the efforts to improve the site, noting three archeological surveys have been done and noted that the surveys failed to identify cultural structures; DDC will follow up.  Chair Timson commented that she approved the concept, with Buckley noting that the Master Plan is a good start but that the community center, as well as a gym, was needed and should be presented with a timeline and a cost estimate.  Hilderbrand explained that it had taken ten years to get the agreements for this concept, with a potential price tag of about $7 million, but that there was no timeline for funding and that in the meantime the archery groups have cemented a claim to being accomodated, which has limited the planning.  Yamamoto asked about the cost to operate the archery portion of the park versus the number of users, with the comment from Miyabara that the group was self-regulating but that he would develop an estimate.  Dudley asked if the shelter sites could be refurbished for emergencies, with the report that the use was not considered. Chair Timson reminded Board members of the 9:45 time constrain and that an additional presentation needed to be heard by the Board. Dudley asked how difficult it was to have the issue added to the Board’s agenda, with the response that it was not difficult.  Golojuch moved and Kane seconded that the Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 supports the concept of Kapolei Regional Park Master Plan Fort Barrette summary and request that funding for the Master Plan be added to the FY 2008 budget. Dudley suggested that the concept of shelters be added to the motion, with Golojuch saying that it should be a separate motion since it involves another agency.  Chair Timson announced that the motion passed unanimously, 7-0-0.  Aye: Buckley, Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Ross, Timson, Yamamoto. Dudley moved and Golojuch seconded that the Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 requests the City to look into converting the existing shelters into hurricane safety shelters for the community. Kane commented on the need to respect the historical value of the site, to which Hilderbrand concurred, and Dudley added that the shelter need was great.  Chair Timson announced that the motion passed unanimously, 7-0-0.  Aye: Buckley, Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Ross, Timson, Yamamoto. 

Grace Pacific – Status Update on Makakilo Quarry – Bob Creps, Senior Vice President – Grace Pscific, was present to update the Board on Grace Pacfic’s planning to shift its quarry operation mauka, with an announcement that the area planned to be used was reduced to 35 acres and that the berm was to be slightly higher.  Chair Timson asked if the visual aspect was affected, with the response that there was a change.  Dudley asked about the view from Barber’s Point, with Creps saying the berm would be higher but that the plan would be to soften the slope and add more landscapping.  Kane asked about the long term use, with Creps explaining that the space will remain in buffer and that no decision was made on the long term use of the land, although it could be returned to a filled-in level slope or used as other sites have been used -- as water parks or parking sites (University of Hawaii Manoa).  C. Golojuch asked that it not be sold to the City for use as a dump, with Creps explaining to her and to P. Grace that the City Council had passed legislation saying the quarry does not fit the criteria for a future landfill.  He added that the quarry would be renaturalized before its end use is determined. 

Golojuch moved and Kane seconded that the Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 supports Grace Pacific plans to modifiy the current Conditional Use Permit and Special Use Permits (to expand project lines mauka) but continuing to be within the land owned by Grace Pacific to increase the buffer zone for operations.  Chair Timson announced that the motion passed, 6-1-0.  Aye: Buckley, Golojuch, Kane, Ross, Timson, Yamamoto. Nay:  Dudley.

Approval Of Minutes – Regular Meetings of July 26 And August 30, 2006 – Chair Timson asked for corrections or approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for July 26, 2006. Golojuch moved and Ross seconded that the Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 Regular Meeting Minutes for July 26, 2006 be approved as circulated.  Chair Timson announced that the motion passed, 6-1-0.  Aye: Buckley, Golojuch, Kane, Ross, Timson, Yamamoto. Nay:  Dudley.

For the Regular Meeting Minutes of August 30, 2006, a correction was proposed to Page 5, at the bottom of the page, inserting the phrase:  “Chair Timson asked Board members for an additional 15 minutes for the presentation.”   With no other corrections offered, Chair Timson declared the published Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 30, 2006 approved as corrected, 5-1-1.  Aye: Buckley, Golojuch, Kane, Ross, Timson.  Nay:  Dudley.  Abstain:  Yamamoto.  Dudley commented that the minutes were written to favor the chair at the expense of the audience.

BOARD'S REPORT

Chair's Report – Status of Kioni Dudley’s complaint – Chair Timson reported that a unanimous vote to deny the submitted complaint was taken at the special Board meeting of August 16, 2006.  Dudley reported that there were a series of letters that had been submitted to which there was no response.  Chair Timson said that the complaint process is one where issues are referred to the Neighborhood Commission for them to take a vote at an open public meeting after the Commission has gone through a  fact-finding process. Executive Secretary Joan Manke was invited to address the Board, with Manke reporting that the issue -- with the submitted responses to herself -- had been referred to the City’s Corporation Counsel for review and transmittal to the Neighborhood Commission. 

Treasurer's Report – Buckley reported an operating account balance of $1314.00 and commented that the monthly room rental for the Kapolei High School cafeteria is not deducted until the end of the year; he will check the amounts with the school.  Golojuch reported that the Commission was anticipating adding funds to all Neighborhood Boards to allow for additional newsletter or video communications.  Dudley asked about video taping of this meeting; Makakilo resident Bob Farrell announced that he had been asked to videotape the meeting for ‘Olelo public television broadcast, being paid by the Paradise Lua Company.  Golojuch suggested the Board plan for expending the Board’s refreshment funds with the intention of having a cooler of soda and water and other light refreshments in the back of the meeting room.

Committee of the Whole – Golojuch had no additional report.

ADJOURNMENT:  Chair Timson noted the 9:45 p.m. meeting deadline. Golojuch moved and Buckley seconded to adjourn. Chair Timson announced that the motion passed unanimously, 7-0-0, and adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m.  Aye: Buckley, Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Ross, Timson, Yamamoto.

Submitted by Elwin Spray, Neighborhood Commission Office staff.