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MAKAKILO / KAPOLEI / HONOKAI HALE
NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 2007
KAPOLEI HIGH SCHOOL CAFETORIUM
CALL TO ORDER: Temporary Chairperson Kioni Dudley called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. with a quorum present.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Kioni Dudley, Michael Golojuch, Shad Kane, Brian Kanno, Suk Moses, Evelyn Souza, Maeda Timson, George Yamamoto, Linda Young.
GUESTS: Carolyn Golojuch, Alan Gano, Betty Nathaniel, Georgette Stevens, H. Young, Theresa Basta, Rose Shin, Ray Schaedel, John Ridings, Frank Genadio, Cindy Ramirez, John Pacheco, Matt Riel, Ross Rolirad, Tesha Malama, Leonora Olson, Damon Duhaylonbod, Ed Ashlock, Silva Ashlock, Susan Marshall, Councilmember Todd Apo, Rocky Paiva, Kuulei Jolonino, Jeanette Grace, Jo Jordon, Doug Chafe, S. Kelly, Charlie Zahn, Rock Riggs, Roy Wickramaratna, Patrick Block, Sonny Dudoit, Paz Dudoit, Gary Omori, Tommy Johnson – Governor’s Representative, Franklin Souza, Mike Freitas, Michael Golojuch Jr., Captain Van Tomokiyo (Honolulu Fire Department – HFD), Representative Karen Awana, Senator Mike Gabbard, Theresa McMurdo (Campbell Estate), Puni Chee (Councilmember Nestor Garcia’s Office staff), Henry Eng (Mayor’s representative – Director, Department of Planning and Permitting), Michelle Kidani (Executive Assistant, Neighborhood Commission Office), Elwin Spray (Neighborhood Commission Office staff).
Board Members’ Swearing In and Recognition – Temporary Chairperson Dudley directed that all Board members not previously administered the oath of office be sworn in. Mayor’s Representative Henry Eng (Director, Department of Planning and Permitting) presented certificates of election (signed by Mayor Hannemann and Council Chair Marshall) to Board members. Nine Board members were present (Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Kanno, Moses, Souza, Timson, Yamamoto, Young).
Annual Election of Chairperson – Temporary Chairperson Dudley explained that the first order of business for the new Board members was the election of a chairperson for a term to end May 31, 2008. Temporary Chairperson Dudley invited nominations: M. Golojuch nominated Maeda Timson (who declined), Timson nominated Brian Kanno, Yamamoto nominated Shad Kane, and Souza nominated Kioni Dudley.
Temporary Chairperson Dudley asked that each nominee give a short statement: Kanno thanked Board members for the honor of being nominated, explained his desire to have the Board operate in a professional manner, with each member having a voice, allowing for fair dialogue and reported his commitment to being involved. Kanno explained that the chair of the fastest growing area on Oahu should be active, saying that the Board and the chair should be visible and that his employer has agreed that he would be able to take on this role. Kane thanked the Board for the nomination, saying that he hoped to project a better understanding of who the Board is to those within the community, explaining that ‘you’ elected us, and through us, you are in contact with businesses and groups who are active here. Kane explained that the Board shares the community’s concerns and should set aside personal differences and unit behind those concerns. Temporary Chairperson Dudley reported that when he started over eight years ago the votes were frequently 1 to 8, with himself being the lone proponent of asking questions of developers and of asking for slower growth before improvements are completed; he explained that the votes have increased steadily with others joining and now, at this meeting, there is a majority. Temporary Chairperson Dudley said that he formed “Friends of Makakilo” – organized people to run as candidates and got the “Friends” behind the candidates, all with a desire to put the community first, wanting to turn things around to where people are of first importance, and asking to “let’s get things for our people.”
Temporary Chairperson Dudley asked for Board members’ comments. Timson said she supported Kanno, explaining that his commitment and community knowledge can make things happen, reporting that past Board positions were generally more than a majority and that Kanno can continue a unifying behind Board positions. M. Golojuch reported that he has known and worked with Kanno over the past twelve years, commending his work for the community as well as his prior involvement with the Boys and Girls Club organization. Yamamoto reported that he had served with Kane in the HPD, that Kane has been heavily involved in the hula mound project, the high school and in Palehua, and explained that Kane’s even keel is an asset for the Board and asked for members’ support for Kane.
Temporary Chairperson Dudley asked for community comments. Ridings reported that as a 30-year resident he identified Dudley as a real charger – based on his Board involvement starting four years ago – who confronted developers, was successful in electing members and expressed his belief that Dudley is a true leader. Michael Golojuch Jr. asked Board members to not vote for Dudley, referring to publicity stunts and characterized his relationships as devise and rude. Doug Chase identified himself as a Makakilo resident who sees Kanno as a bridge between groups, noting that one candidate had referred to “my group is now in charge” as evidence of the split that Kanno can be successful in addressing. Alan Gano reported that the Board had in the past backed developers right away, explaining that the Wal-Mart project was possible because the Board had previously (17 months before) approved Campbell’s request for conversion of the site’s zoning to commercial. Carolyn Golojuch said that Kanno’s past record in the Senate showed his care for the community, pointing to his support of the University system and, as he stood on the corner against speeders with Councilmember Garcia, his commitment to action; she asked members to remember his service and to expect continuing service. Kathy Gora, a five-year resident, reported one person – Dudley – had kept her involved by e-mailing information, good, bad, indifferent and let the recipients make up their own minds. Gora also said that Dudley has spoken favorably about many Board members, that she has a positive impression of Kane and Dudley and has no knowledge of Kanno, and would like to see a consensus around Dudley or Kane; she said ‘thank you’ to Dudley for keeping her involved. Sunny Duduloit said there was too much politics in the Board and that a new voice is needed, recommending Kane as the voice. Theresa Boston endorsed Dudley, saying he does not talk negative about people. Temporary Chairperson Dudley announced the vote as Dudley-2, Kane-3, Kanno-4. Dudley: Dudley, Souza. Kane: Kane, Moses, Yamamoto. Kanno: Golojuch, Kanno, Timson, Young.
Temporary Chairperson Dudley explained that because no candidate had received five votes (or one more than half of the total members) that therefore no valid election had occurred; he moved to a second round of voting and asked if candidates wished to make an additional statement. As a candidate, he went first in speaking and stated that he was withdrawing in favor member Kane and expressed the hope that his supporting voter would also vote for Kane, explaining his hope for the Board to move together as a group. There were no other Board members who wished to speak. From the audience, Rod Castillo expressed his disappointment that Dudley was not chosen, explaining that he felt Dudley had the time, energy and foresight to continue to give for the community. Temporary Chairperson Dudley asked for the vote, announcing that it was Kane-5 and Kanno-4, with Kane elected as Board Chair. Kane: Dudley, Kane, Moses, Souza, Yamamoto. Kanno: Golojuch, Kanno, Timson, Young. Chair Kane thanked all nine members for their support and said that he want to assure each that he does not take the job lightly. He addressed the community and said that he wanted all to know that we are here to work for the community, that we serve you, with a partnership to try to find the answers and an assumption that you represent the whole community, saying that we will listen – although we all know the problems – but that it will take all of you and us to find the answers.
MONTHLY REPORTS, PART I:
Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – Captain Van Tomokiyo was present representing the HFD and presented a combined monthly report for the Makakilo and Kapolei area for May to June 2007, reporting no structure fires, thirteen brush fires, one rubbish fire, one vehicle fire, seventy-nine medical emergencies, and one search/rescue call. He provided a fire safety tip, warning of the dangers of the brush fire season, suggesting attention be paid to grass and brush in the areas around your home and your neighborhood property and cautioned about fireworks starting fires. Young asked if Tomokiyo could provide any information about the last night’s fire; Tomokiyo answered no but that the scuttlebutt was that the fire was in debris in the house. Tomokiyo responded to a question from the prior meeting where a question was asked about both ambulance and fire responding to a single medical assistance call, explaining that the City’s protocol is to respond with redundancy, providing backup to those first on the scene. Gano explained that his question was about those instances where the ambulance crew has arrived, has provided treatment, and the ambulance crew has reported back to the ambulance dispatch, and yet it is still several minutes before the fire crew arrives in an emergency response, although the report that the emergency has been resolved has been made; Gano questioned the communications equipment since the emergency had been resolved. Tomokiyo explained that the City is making sure that the first responders don’t have a problem, and reported that the ambulance and fire have different dispatchers, so there might be a delay in relaying the message, but that intent is still to have both emergency units respond. Councilmember Garcia asked about the brush fires and fireworks, inquiring what the HFD might advise homeowners, with Tomokiyo reporting that first would be cutting back adjacent vegetation and second would be wetting down grass and roofs, as appropriate. Tomokiyo reported that tankers will be assigned to Kapolei/Makakilo on overtime for the day, generally mid-day to after midnight. Chair Kane cautioned HFD to be aware of the wiliwili cleanup, reporting that the wiliwili chips being used as mulch are dry very completely and burn readily. Chair Kane thanked Tomokiyo for his report.
Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – Chair Kane noted the absence of HPD and deferred their report.
Approval to the Regular Meeting Minutes for May 23, 2007 – Chair Kane asked for corrections or additions to the Regular Meeting Minutes for May 23, 2007. With no Board corrections offered, Young moved and M. Golojuch seconded to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes for May 23, 2007; without objection, Chair Kane declared the motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. Aye: Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Kanno, Moses, Souza, Timson, Yamamoto, Young.
BOARD BUSINESS
Election of Officers / Determination of Officer Positions needed (for term to end May 31, 2008) – Chair Kane reported that the agenda listed elections for positions of Vice Chairperson, Recording Secretary, Fiscal Officer, and Sgt.-At-Arms. By consensus of the Board, Chair Kane announced that the listed position of Sgt.-At-Arms would not be filled; agreed to unanimously, 9-0-0. Aye: Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Kanno, Moses, Souza, Timson, Yamamoto, Young.
Vice Chairperson – Chair Kane announced nominations were in order for Vice Chairperson. Timson nominated M. Golojuch (who declined), M. Golojuch nominated Kanno, Souza nominated
Recording Secretary – Chair Kane announced nominations were in order for Secretary. Golojuch nominated Young (who declined), Yamamoto nominated Moses (who declined) and Moses nominated Souza. Without objection, Chair Kane announced the election of Souza as the Secretary 9-0-0. Aye: Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Kanno, Moses, Souza, Timson, Yamamoto, Young.
Treasurer – Chair Kane announced nominations were in order for Treasurer. Dudley nominated Yamamoto. Without objection, Chair Kane announced the election of Yamamoto as the Treasurer 9-0-0. Aye: Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Kanno, Moses, Souza, Timson, Yamamoto, Young.
Pre-establish Specific Day-of-the-Month for Regular Board Meeting (Time/Place) – Chair Kane asked if there was general agreement on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Dudley suggested that there might be a problem in November and December. Kanno asked if there was any audience input; Chair Kane inquired of the audience with no comments received. Without objection, Chair Kane announced the designation of the fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. as the Board’s regular meeting 9-0-0. Aye: Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Kanno, Moses, Souza, Timson, Yamamoto, Young.
Discussion of possible re-location of regular meeting site – Chair Kane noted that there were suggestions of changing location, primarily based on the cost of the site, which when combined with the cost of videotaping, meant the Board did not have sufficient funds for the coming year. Souza offered to follow up about the costs and possible alternative locations. Michelle Kidani, Executive Assistant for the Neighborhood Commission Office, explained that all neighborhood boards receive funds for videotaping and suggested that a 50% reduction in the school use fee would be sufficient to allow for continued meeting here. Souza said she would go ahead with her follow up, with Yamamoto proposing to meet at the Kapolei High School site in July 2007. Chair Kane asked for a vote on Yamamoto’s motion that the Board meet – and authorize $125 – for the July meeting at Kapolei High School. Without objection, Chair Kane announced the July meeting at
Dudley and Timson left at 8:20 p.m.; seven members present.
Approval of Board Expenditures – Chair Kane noted the agenda item that the Board chair has the authority to spend up to $25 without board approval.
Videotaping – Vendor, amount to be paid – Chair Kane explained that the videotaping charge is $200 per month for the Makakilo.com group who places the finished video with ‘Olelo for broadcasting. Moses proposed changing the vendor to a Kapolei High School group of students, and volunteered to follow up and see if they would be willing to take the task. Kanno asked if publicity funds were available for other purposes, with Kidani explaining that if the Board’s decision was to not do videotaping, then the Board could mail a newsletter, and if not, the funds could be used for other purposes, such as banners, signs, newspaper ads and flyers. She suggested that if the Board wishes videotaping, then the Board should retain the current vendor until a new one is secured, explaining that Makakilo.com is the video vendor for seven other neighborhood boards. Young moved and Golojuch seconded that the Board continue the videotaping services of Makakilo.com, pending the report from Moses and the commitment of a school-related vendor. Kanno asked to amend by adding the possibility of other publicity options. Kanno said that he was asking that all options for publicity be considered, that he is not proposing a cancelling of the broadcast, but is suggesting a real review of the best means of communications with the communities of the Board.
Dudley returned at 8:25 p.m.; eight members present.
Chair Kane read the motion as the Board continue the videotaping services of Makakilo.com, pending the report from Moses (the commitment of a school-related vendor) and the consideration of other publicity options. Gora said she appreciates the video broadcast and suggested general community feedback before deciding to cancel. Kanno said that he was asking that all options for publicity be considered, that he is not proposing a cancelling of the broadcast, but is suggesting a real review of the best means of communications with the communities of the Board. Chair Kane read the motion portion “continue the videotaping” and explained that no one was currently talking about ending the video. Souza reported that when she was elected she was committed to change and said it was a fabulous idea to use the school’s videotaping program and wished to thank Makakilo.com and advise them that this conversation in no way reflects on their past taping but on the use of the kids. Councilmember Garcia said that he was generally in favor of videotaping but reported that the State is currently reviewing how the current vendor ‘Olelo has a relationship with the State and it’s ability to do public broadcast (through the public franchise for cable), with the possible outcome that ‘Olelo might be tasked with providing taping of public meetings as part of its expense. Kidani pointed out that ‘Olelo now provides the equipment as a free loan and that a community volunteer may now tape the meeting without receiving payment.
Moses left at 8:35 p.m.; seven members present.
Garcia explained that a possible change might be that ‘Olelo would pay directly to vendors like Makakilo.com. Dudley expressed concern that the school program would not be able to match the professionalism of the Makakilo.com videographers. Young said she was seconding Kanno’s amendment that the additional options be considered. Yamamoto said that he does not reject the idea of videotaping but that he is in favor of studying other options also.
Moses returned at 8:40 p.m.; eight members present.
Kanno said that Moses had proposed to investigate and that when she reports members will be able to consider options. Chair Kane asked for a vote on the amendment that the possibility of additional publicity options be considered, and announced the amendment passed, 7-1-0. Aye: Golojuch, Kane, Kanno, Moses, Souza, Yamamoto, Young. No: Dudley. Chair Kane asked for a vote on the motion that the Board continues the videotaping services of Makakilo.com, pending the report from Moses (the commitment of a school-related vendor) and the consideration of other publicity options, 8-0-0. Aye: Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Kanno, Moses, Souza, Yamamoto, Young. Chair Kane noted that the time was 8:45 p.m.
Refreshments – Authorized – Chair Kane referenced that the Board has a refreshment budget of $120. Souza said that community partners should be asked and that rather than seeking authorization for the expenditure, she volunteered to pursue refreshments for future meetings.
Newsletter – Authorized – Chair Kane and Members discussed that the newsletter consideration should be deferred until Moses reports on the videography.
Approval of Agenda and Establishment of Board Committees – Chair Kane noted that this agenda item of agenda approval and board committees could be deferred.
Treasurer’s Report – Treasurer Yamamoto announced the ending balance in the Board’s Operating /Publicity Account was $1993.26 (after the mailing charges for June 2007) and explained that the amount does not include the billing for the room use which is done on an annual basis. Chair Kane announced that, without objections or questions, the Treasurer’s Statement would be filed 8-0-0. Aye: Dudley, Golojuch, Kane, Kanno, Moses, Souza, Yamamoto, Young.
MONTHLY REPORTS, PART 2
Mayor’s Representative – Henry Eng (Director, Department of Planning and Permitting), represented Mayor Mufi Hannemann, and again congratulated Board members on their service. Eng invited Board members and the public to a transit oriented development conference on July 14, 2007, with information flyers distributed to the meeting. Eng reported on prior issues, explaining that the Neighborhood Commission will be discussing the referenced Neighborhood Commission complaint at their July 23, 2007 meeting and that D.R. Horton studied the suggested Kahiwelo-Farrington Highway connection and determined that the City standards could not be met (due to elevation differences, length and width and drainage needs) if the connection were pursued. Moses asked about bulk items and green waste pickup, suggesting that they be on a regular schedule; Eng said the schedules should be available on the City’s web-site. Dudley reported that it was not a surprise that the developer found that the suggested connection was not feasible. Dudley expressed concern that a past study he has shows that the area intersections are rated at an “E” on an “A-F” rating scale and that these should be corrected rather than expanding the traffic need by construction projects including Wal-Mart and housing developments; Eng reported that the City is continuing to work on projects, which includes the second connection to Makakilo Drive. Dudley said he agrees that the completion will be a help but expressed concern about the bottleneck at the bottom of the hill. Chair Kane asked if the developer can do a status report on traffic, with Eng agreeing it could be done, and discussing with Kanno that the City’s Department of Transportation Services could be asked to do a periodic report on pending traffic improvements for the community. Yamamoto asked if Eng had anything new on the Waimanalo Gulch landfill scale; Eng said the reports were in the papers but that the issue was with the Environmental Department and he had nothing new. Chair Kane asked that Eng make a Cabinet-level report to the HPD Chief on the assistance the Kapolei beat officers have given to the community by their having regularly made visits to the Hula mound site, which has removed it’s use as a hang-out site. Young reported on the successfully clearing of the Farrington Highway area near Aloun Farms, saying that the roadway is much improved and suggested a future regular clearing schedule. Reed discussed the need to prevent unwanted noise from illegal mufflers and boom boxes (within cars) and expressed concern that the HPD have a lack of will to cite, suggesting that Makakilo Drive be closely monitored; Eng will report his concerns to HPD.
Golojuch left at 9:15 p.m.; seven members present.
Councilmember Todd Apo – Councilmember Apo extended his welcome and congratulations, thanking Board members for their past positive thoughts on budget handling issues. Apo explained to Kanno that a quarterly meeting is held by a Makakilo-Kapolei-Ewa transportation committee that he has organized, which has been reported to the Board by member Golojuch, at which City, State, developers, land owners and the community attends and transit status of projects are reported on and discussed. Apo reported that the transit center’s interim location is still on a private road and that the site is being reviewed for improvements, including bus shelters. Apo said he would follow-up with the City administration on the Farrington Highway section, adding that this segment is under City responsibility. Apo reported on cutting down landfill use, saying that he believes the first three curbside recycling sites will be Mililani, Kailua and Hawaii Kai. Apo said that he understands that the Landfill scale has been fixed and that its condition is an item on the Council’s committee agenda. Yamamoto thanked Apo and asked about the planned ferry; Apo said that it’s still intended to start operations from Ewa to Honolulu at the end of August, 2007. Souza asked if curbside recycling would increase roadside dumping; Apo said that a consultant had reported that the two items of curbside and bottle bill would result in no increase in dumping and reminded everyone that extra bins were available if you had a need.
Councilmember Nestor Garcia -- Councilmember Garcia expressed his congratulations to the new Board officers and members. He reported to Reed that he could organize the community to express their opposition to those with loud cars, offering the community policing program and suggesting that a community sign holding event could be planned, with himself as a volunteer, explaining that the community had such activities in the past – where he’s held signs – that were important in creating general community awareness of the problem and community pressure from neighbors to individuals. Garcia reported that Council Resolution 07-206 on Makakilo Road Extension had passed out of committee but that it required community help for it to pass on the Council level (at a July 5, 2007 meeting) and asked for the community to attend and testify at the hearing. Garcia explained that the resolution would allow for the Drive extension to be funded one year early, in 2010, but that other Councilmembers would see their projects delayed; he stressed that the community needed to be at the July 5, 2007 meeting, and specifically asked for the Friends of Makakilo to help. Souza reported that she has experienced that the numbers attending a hearing are important and encouraged participation. Garcia also commented on an additional piece of legislation that addresses the narrow streets of many of Oahu’s communities, explaining that parking on both sides of many older streets does not allow for the 10-foot 6-inch clearance required by fire apparatus. He explained that the Council is forced to address the issue (by passing legislation) and that it will have to devise a formula for one-side only parking of cars. Chair Kane noted the need to adjourn in twenty minutes. Duhaylonbod asked why the issue of one-side parking only has not been addressed before; Garcia explained that he is bringing it up here, before any media coverage, although he thinks there will be coverage soon. Reed thanked Garcia for the comments about the loud vehicle noise, saying that he was disappointed that the HPD officers were not present, and that he was a 30-year resident but he may not be for much longer and that he was “not going to take it anymore. “ Chair Kane asked that Reed fill out a written “Mayor’s Concerns” form and return it to him.
Board of Water Supply (BWS) – Chair Kane noted that the written BWS report from George Kuo was distributed to members and on the table in the back.
PRESENTATION
Discussion and voting on future directions for the Board – Chair Kane asked Dudley to start a discussion on future directions for the Board. Dudley distributed a written proposal for the Board to use primarily in determining items it would spend time on and how it would prioritize the time, stressing the need for the Board to be involved, to view the big picture, to have advance information on projects and to develop regional meetings with other Neighborhood Boards and community groups. Under advance information on projects, he suggested presenters be asked for a project outline and maps to be mailed out before the meeting, so members would have a better understanding of possible issues. He proposed the issues be deferred to the next meeting. Chair Kane agreed that Dudley’s proposal would be discussed at the next meeting. Real asked if the proposal was from the Board or from Dudley; Dudley said he had prepared it as a starting point for discussion with the intent that it be discussed at a subsequent meeting.
BOARD / COMMUNITY CONCERNS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS – Gano reported that the need for community involvement in the Makakilo Drive extension was not just for the July 5, 2007 Council hearing but that the community also needed to attend the OMPO meeting of August where the attempt would be to move the project up to 2009.
MONTHLY REPORTS – PART 3
Senator Mike Gabbard – Senator Gabbard reported that Governor Lingle had thirty-three legislative bills up for her consideration to approve or to veto; he invited those with comments to write or e-mail, with the phone number of 586-0034 if there were questions. He distributed a community report and highlighted:
1. Representative Har and he were appointed to an investigative committee on the Bureau of Conveyances.
2. He had just attended a mainland conference where it was reported that many Hawaii residents fail to claim the Earned Income rebates and encouraged everyone to pay attention to that item.
3. He had driven part of the North-South Road (which is under construction) and has a picture in the newpaper.
4. He and Representative Karen Awana will have a joint community meeting on July 14, 2007.
Governor’s Representative – Tommy Johnson (Deputy Director, Department of Public Safety) represented Governor Linda Lingle and distributed material from the Governor’s Office, reporting that the Governor is currently in Japan and that her trip can be followed on the State web-site where the events are lists. He also referenced the items up for veto or signature and asked for community input. Kanno reported a Makakilo on-ramp concern, saying that he would like to talk to Johnson at the end of the meeting.
Representative Karen Awana – Representative Awana offered her congratulations to members and especially to Chair Kane, reporting her thanks to those who had run for Board office. She distributed a community newsletter, an update on Hawaii’s tobacco laws, a flyer and applications on the State’s Quest health care program and a flyer on pharmaceutical assistance. Awana reported that she had attended an Alaska conference of state legislators, the same conference that Senator Gabbard had attended on economic issues, and stressed that the date of July 11, 2007 was the veto deadline and an override session was planned for the next week. Awana also reported that she had talked to the U.S. Army about Makaklio distribution of coloring books dealing with munitions in the beach.
Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) – Tesha Malama announced plans for a Kalaeloa beautification project and that the HCDA report was available on the internet.
ADJOURNMENT: Chair Kane noted the end of the agenda, thanked the community and members for assisting him with this first meeting and announced that the meeting was adjourned at 9:46 p.m.
Submitted by Elwin Spray, Neighborhood Commission Office staff.