City and County of Honolulu

When

August 15, 2024    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Where

Makiki District Park (Arts & Crafts Building)
1527 Keʻeaumoku Street, Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, 96822
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MAKIKI – LOWER PUNCHBOWL – TANTALUS NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 10

 

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024 at 6:00 P.M.
MAKIKI DISTRICT PARK LIBRARY 2ND FLOOR
1527 KEEAUMOKU STREET HONOLULU, HI 96822
AND ONLINE VIA WEBEX: bit.ly/makikiboard

Meeting Link: https://cchnl.webex.com/cchnl/j.php?MTID=m639afa28f039496b2b1173c29a6deac2
Meeting Number / Access Code: 2497 715 0672
Password: NB10 (6210 from phones and video systems)
Join by Phone: +1-408-418-9388 (United States Toll)

Google Drive Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1su4uYFuTVRMZYxBlR8WnaR0cDMcjbHjE
Board Meeting Recordings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1DZJTKor6TTNYiqx5U-P2w

Purpose: §2-13-101 [Neighborhood Plan of 2008, City Charter.] “Purpose. The purpose of this neighborhood plan and the neighborhood boards is to increase and assure effective citizen participation in the decisions of government.”

Community Vision Statement: “A safe and healthy community with a lei of parks connected by roads, sidewalks, and public transportation; where daily life is not interrupted by loud vehicles and other obnoxious noises; where all community members are valued, including the least fortunate; and where residents are proud to live.”

Rules of Speaking: Anyone wishing to speak is asked to raise their hand, and when recognized by the Chair, to address comments to the Chair. Speakers are encouraged to keep their comments under three (3) minutes, and those giving reports are urged to keep their reports under three (3) minutes. Please silence all electronic devices.

Note: The Board may take action on any agenda item. As required by the State Sunshine Law (HRS 92), specific issues not noted on this agenda cannot be voted on, unless added to the agenda. A two-thirds (2/3) vote (12) of this 17-member Board is needed to add an item to the agenda. Items may not be added if they are of major importance and will affect a significant number of people.

I. CALL TO ORDER – Chair Nathan Char

II. CITY & COUNTY OF HONOLULU MONTHLY REPORTS (Priority is given to Responders Reports, pursuant to NP §2-14-112.)
A. Honolulu Fire Department (HFD)
B. Honolulu Police Department (HPD)
C. Board of Water Supply (BWS) – Michelle Harman

III. BOARD BUSINESS
A. Filling of Vacancy – One in Subdistrict 2 (Residents interested in filling a vacant board seat must bring current proof of residency to the Board meeting or contact Neighborhood Assistant Rachel Cristobal (rachel.cristobal@honolulu.gov) to verify residency in advance)
B. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes: Thursday, July 18, 2024
C. Establishing the Nice Neighborhoods PIG and a report from the Nice Neighborhoods Committee
D. 1617 Alapai St. and discussion of any new information
E. 1525 Liholiho St. and the discussion of the squatters on the property
F. Presentation by Hiro Toiya on disaster preparedness for condos and kupuna
G. Discussion of holding a candidate forum for the October meeting and establishing a forum PIG
H. Discussion of the establishment of a dog park
I. Follow-up on the opposition to the Piikoi Mini Park sale
J. Discussion of the lack of safety of the laundromat on Liholiho St.

IV. STATE ELECTED OFFICIAL REPORTS
A. Governor Josh Green’s Representative – Russell Pang
B. Senator Carol Fukunaga (Senate District 11)
C. Representative Della Au Belatti (House District 26)
D. Representative Scott Nishimoto (House District 23)
E. Representative Andrew Garrett (House District 22)

V. CITY & COUNTY OF HONOLULU ELECTED OFFICIAL MONTHLY REPORTS
A. Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – HOU Executive Director Denise Iseri-Matsubara
B. City Councilmember Calvin Say (Council District 5)
C. City Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam (Council District 6)

VI. RESIDENT/COMMUNITY CONCERNS: Because of the “Sunshine Law”, concerns not on agenda may be presented, but no Board action can be taken. Limited to two (2) minutes each.

VII. COMMUNITY REPORTS
A. Makiki/Lower Punchbowl Neighborhood Security Watch – Chuck Lee makikipb.nsw@gmail.com
B. Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO) – John Steelquist

VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Next Regular Meeting: The next meeting of the Makiki/Lower Punchbowl/Tantalus Neighborhood Board No.10 is scheduled to be held on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at Makiki District Park and online via WebEx.
B. Broadcast: The meetings can be viewed on ʻŌlelo FOCUS 49 at 9:00 p.m. on the first Friday of the month and again on the first and third Sunday at 3:00 p.m.
C. Social Media: You can follow us at Facebook.com/MakikiNB
D. Board Member Contact Information: Go to https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/nb10/

IX. ADJOURNMENT

Map: Map of the subdistrict boundaries: https://www.honolulu.gov/rep/site/nco/maps/10_Makiki.jpg

Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and Budget Planning: Suggestions for projects in the Neighborhood Board district and adjacent areas are welcome at any time to prepare for planning actions and the next fiscal year.

Mailing List: A mailing list is maintained for interested persons and agencies to receive this board’s agenda and minutes. Additions, corrections, and deletions to the mailing list may be directed to the Neighborhood Commission Office (NCO) at Kapālama Hale, 925 Dillingham Boulevard, Suite 160, Honolulu, HI 96817, by telephone on (808) 768-3710, fax (808) 768-3711, or e-mailing nco@honolulu.gov. Agenda documents and minutes are also available online at http://www.honolulu.gov/nco/boards.html.

Written Testimony: All written testimony must be received in the Neighborhood Commission Office 48 hours prior to the meeting. If within 48 hours of the meeting, written and/or oral testimony may be submitted directly to the Board at the meeting. If submitting written testimony, please note the Board and agenda item(s) your testimony concerns. Send to: Neighborhood Commission Office, 925 Dillingham Boulevard, Suite 160, Honolulu, HI 96817, fax (808) 768-3711, or email nbtestimony@honolulu.gov.

Auxiliary Aid/Service, Disability Accommodation, or Interpreter to Participate: If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability or an interpreter for a language other than English, please call the Neighborhood Commission Office at (808) 768-3710 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. or send an email to nco@honolulu.gov at least three (3) business days before the scheduled meeting. It may not be possible to fulfill requests received after this date.

 

DRAFT REGULAR MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2024 AT 6:00 P.M.
MAKIKI DISTRICT PARK LIBRARY 2ND FLOOR AND ONLINE VIA WEBEX

Video Recording of Meeting Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOx3SBIWQ38

Google Drive Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1su4uYFuTVRMZYxBlR8WnaR0cDMcjbHjE

1. CALL TO ORDER [0:00:10]

Chair Pro-Tem Ross called the Makiki/Lower Punchbowl/Tantalus Neighborhood Board No. 10 meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Quorum WAS established with 13 members present. Note: This 17-member Board requires 9 members to establish quorum and to take official Board action.

Members Present: Ian Ross, Thomas Baldwin, Nathaniel Char, Sam Granger, Richard Kawano, Hugh Kojima, Geni Lakalaka-Manupuna, Chuck Lee, Sam Mitchell, Harris Nakamoto, Ken Peck, Claire Santos, John Steelquist, and Eric Salassa (6:08 p.m.).

Members Absent: Corinne Carson, Janel Fujinaka, and Paul Klink.

Guests: Lieutenant Arnold Sagucio (HPD); Firefighter Rason Youth (HFD); Michelle Harman, Steven Norstrom (BWS); Tom Heinrich (Representative Belatti); Rochelle Gregson (Senator Fukunaga); HOU Executive Director Denise Iseri-Matsubara, Justin Limasa, Jarod Ishimi (Mayor Blangiardi); Councilmember Calvin Say, Andrew Phomsouvanh, Janel Denny; Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam, Robin Henski; Laura Ruby, Ronald Higa, Nina Bourke, Chassity Santiago, June Yamanaka (Residents/Guests); Logan Hutchinson (NCO). Note: Name not included if not legible or stated for the record. There were approximately 36 total participants.

2. CITY & COUNTY OF HONOLULU MONTHLY REPORTS [0:00:24]

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) [0:00:49]: Lieutenant Arnold Sagucio gave the report, provided responses to concerns raised at the previous meeting, and announced a “Meet the Major Coffee Time.”
• June 2024 Statistics: There were 8 motor vehicle thefts, 11 burglaries, 29 thefts, 19 unauthorized entries into motor vehicles (UEMV), 9 assaults, 1 sex assault, 1 graffiti offense, and 2,113 total calls for service. For more information, go to https://www.honolulupd.org/.
• Safety Tip: Checking your Vehicles Backseat – Temperatures within an enclosed vehicle can reach up to 120 degrees within a few minutes when parked in direct sunlight. Make a conscious habit to make checks to any precious cargo you may have in the backseat.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [0:04:50].

Salassa joined the meeting at 6:08 p.m.; 14 members present.

Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) [0:07:33]: Firefighter Rason Youth gave the report. Highlights included the June 2024 statistics and the fire safety tip of the month related to heat safety. Should you have any questions, please email the Honolulu Fire Department Community Relations Office at hfdnhb@honolulu.gov.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jjBZsllOS4f0sou0GOtOqQTScTuBZfdh/view?usp=drive_link
• Website: https://fire.honolulu.gov/

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [0:09:40].

Board of Water Supply (BWS) [0:16:38]: Michelle Harman gave the report. Highlights included no main breaks in the area during June 2024, the general water announcement related to the BWS annual plant sale, and follow-up responses to concerns raised at the previous meeting. For any questions or concerns, email Mharman@hbws.org.
• Website: https://boardofwatersupply.com/

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [0:19:17].
3. ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND CONFIRMATION OF BOARD DETAILS [0:21:21]

Election of Officers [0:21:21]: Char nominated himself for Chair [0:22:35]. Steelquist nominated himself for Chair [0:22:55]. Hearing no other nominations, the Board conducted a roll call vote. Char was elected Chair; 10 – 4 – 0 (Char: Baldwin, Char, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross; Steelquist: Mitchell, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist; Abstain: None) [0:26:19].

Chair Char called for a recess at 6:33 p.m. in order to situate himself [0:27:59].
Chair Char called the meeting back to order at 6:35 p.m.; 14 members present [0:29:55].

Nakamoto nominated Santos for Vice Chair [0:30:15]. Kawano nominated Lee for Vice Chair [0:30:29]. Lee declined the nomination [0:30:32]. Santos nominated Steelquist for Vice Chair [0:31:13]. Hearing no other nominations, the Board conducted a roll call vote. Steelquist was elected Vice Chair; 10 – 4 – 0 (Steelquist: Baldwin, Char, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Peck, Steelquist, Santos, Ross; Santos: Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Salassa; Abstain: None) [0:32:03].

Kawano nominated Ross for Secretary [0:35:26]. Mitchell nominated Santos for Secretary [0:36:15]. Salassa nominated Baldwin for Secretary [0:37:05]. Ross declined the nomination [0:37:15]. Santos declined the nomination [0:37:24]. Hearing no other nominations, the Board conducted a roll call vote. Baldwin was elected Secretary; 14 – 0 – 0 (Baldwin: Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Ross, Char, Baldwin; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [0:37:35].

Kawano nominated Santos for Treasurer [0:39:09]. Hearing no other nominations, the Board conducted a roll call vote. Santos was elected Treasurer; 14 – 0 – 0 (Santos: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Salassa, Steelquist, Ross, Char, Santos; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [0:39:54].

Peck nominated Mitchell for 2nd Vice Chair [0:41:26]. Mitchell declined the nomination [0:42:07].

Meeting Date, Time, Location, and Format [0:42:53]: Ross MOVED and Santos SECONDED to have the monthly board meetings on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m. with the intended end time of 8:00 p.m. at the Makiki District Park Library 2nd Floor and online via WebEx [0:43:33]. Hearing no discussion, the Board conducted a voice vote. The motion WAS ADOPTED; 14 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Char; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [0:44:19].

Determination of Recess Schedule [0:44:37]: Ross MOVED and Santos SECONDED to recess in December 2024 [0:44:46]. Discussion followed. Hearing no further discussion, the Board conducted a voice vote. The motion WAS ADOPTED; 14 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Char; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [0:45:31].

Adoption of Oral Testimony Rules [0:45:58]: Baldwin MOVED and Steelquist SECONDED to maintain the same rules of speaking, allowing 3 minutes for reports and those wishing to provide oral testimony [0:46:22]. Discussion followed. Hearing no further discussion, the Board conducted a voice vote. The motion WAS ADOPTED; 14 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Char; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [0:49:27].

Motion to Establish New Committee(s), Designate Chair(s), and Add Members [0:49:44]: Member Harris spoke on his idea for a new committee and other members provided input. Kawano MOVED and Santos SECONDED to form an Action Committee [1:02:00]. Discussion followed.

Nakamoto MOVED and Ross SECONDED to amend the committee’s name to the Nice Neighborhoods Committee [1:05:36]. Hearing no discussion, the Board conducted a voice vote. The motion to amend WAS ADOPTED; 14 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Char; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [1:05:53].

Returning to the main motion and hearing no further discussion, the Board conducted a voice vote. The main motion to form the Nice Neighborhoods Committee WAS ADOPTED; 14 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Char; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [1:06:21].

[1:06:42] – Chair Char designated Member Nakamoto as the Nice Neighborhoods Committee Chair. Member Lee volunteered as a member.

4. BOARD BUSINESS [1:08:30]

Filling of Vacancy – 1 in Subdistrict 2 [1:08:30]: This item was incorrectly placed on the meeting agenda. There were no vacancies at the time of the agenda being distributed or the meeting.

Hearing no objections, Chair Char took the agenda out of order [1:09:03].

Resolution to Request a Full Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Proposed Bridge Over the Ala Wai Canal, University Avenue, and Kalaimoku Street Residential Neighborhood Site [1:10:10]: Resident Laura Ruby introduced the resolution and purpose behind it. Peck MOVED and Mitchell SECONDED to adopt the resolution [1:18:21]. Discussion followed.
• Draft Resolution: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oqfKWtd1EAtRsRuh1Z48Ud6EpzPRqbRG/view?usp=drive_link

Baldwin MOVED and Mitchell SECONDED to amend the resolution to strike out the language after “Be It Resolved,” and that it just read “the Board urges the City and County of Honolulu…” [1:19:09]. Discussion followed.

Ross MOVED and Mitchell SECONDED to amend the amendment to also allow the Chair to make conforming/stylistic edits [1:20:18]. Hearing no discussion, the Board conducted a voice vote. The motion to amend the amendment WAS ADOPTED; 14 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Char; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [1:20:46].

Discussion followed. Baldwin MOVED and Ross SECONDED to amend the amendment to also remove the phrase at the end of the resolution, “and any other parties that need to be notified” [1:21:54]. Hearing no discussion, the Board conducted a voice vote. The motion to amend the amendment WAS ADOPTED; 14 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Char; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [1:22:11].

Returning to the amended amendment and hearing no further discussion, the Board conducted a voice vote. The motion to amend the resolution WAS ADOPTED; 14 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Char; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [1:23:11].

Returning to the main motion and hearing no further discussion, the Board conducted a voice vote. The motion to adopt the resolution with amendments WAS ADOPTED; 14 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Char; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [1:23:39].

Proposed 54-unit Tower at 1617 Alapai Street [1:24:07]: Member Santos presented on her concern with the proposed affordable housing development at 1617 Alapai Street. Highlights included the existing site that will hypothetically be demolished, the impacts to surrounding properties, and her desire for a more moderate building design.
• Presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A8kPt7R-ngwgJczKKWd_Bn1RFo1Ovlaq/view?usp=drive_link
• Project Website: https://oceanshawaii.com/project-details/1617-alapai-bill7/

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [1:32:29].

Motion to Suppose/Oppose Proposed Sale of Pi’ikoi Mini Park [1:41:15]: Member Ross spoke on the different options regarding this issue and recommended the Board think about what stance it would like to take. Members Kawano and Lee support the sale of the park. Member Baldwin opposes the sale of the park and brought up the related issue of homelessness and need for affordable housing. Member Santos is unsure of her stance. Member Mitchell opposes the sale. Member Ross shared his idea to request the funds from the sale go back towards parks in the neighborhood.

Discussion on Illegal Game Rooms [1:49:47]: Member Ross highlighted Resolution 24-143 of establish a task force on gambling rooms. 3 community members will be selected to join the task force.

Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes – Thursday, June 20, 2024 [1:50:41]: Nakamoto MOVED and Ross SECONDED to approve the Thursday, June 20, 2024 Regular Meeting Written Summary for Video Record as written [1:50:54]. Hearing no discussion, the Board conducted a voice vote. The motion WAS ADOPTED; 14 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Baldwin, Granger, Kawano, Kojima, Lakalaka-Manupuna, Lee, Mitchell, Nakamoto, Peck, Ross, Salassa, Santos, Steelquist, Char; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [1:51:20].

Joint Neighborhood Board Meeting with Ala Moana-Kakaʻako Neighborhood Board No.11 [1:51:41]: Member Ross shared this meeting would not be a joint meeting. Neighborhood Board No.11 will have a candidate forum at their July 2024 meeting that will include some representatives for areas of Neighborhood Board No.10.

5. STATE ELECTED OFFICIAL REPORTS [1:52:44]

Governor Josh Green’s Representative [1:52:44]: No representative present. For any questions or concerns, email russell.wk.pang@hawaii.gov or call (808) 587-2170.
• Website: https://governor.hawaii.gov/

Senator Carol Fukunaga (Senate District 11) [1:53:00]: Rochelle Gregson provided the report. For any questions or concerns, email senfukunaga@capitol.hawaii.gov or call (808) 586-6460.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R1WF3LBWSJPSjZPb54y9RgiKvx-VnvGO/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [1:53:27].

Representative Della Au Belatti (House District 26) [1:57:39]: Tom Heinrich gave the report. Highlights included where to find info on the 253 bills signed into law and the 7 bills that were vetoed, a public safety and neighborhood watch training in the works, and a site visit to the Hawai’i Nature Center. For any questions or concerns, email repbelatti@capitol.hawaii.gov or call (808) 586-9425.
• State Legislature Website: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/

Representative Scott Nishimoto (House District 23) [2:01:38]: No representative present. No report provided.

Representative Andrew Garrett (House District 22) [2:01:49]: No representative present. No report provided. For any questions or concerns, email repgarrett@capitol.hawaii.gov.

6. CITY & COUNTY OF HONOLULU ELECTED OFFICIAL MONTHLY REPORTS [2:02:03]

Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative [2:02:03]: The Office of Housing (HOU) Executive Director Denise Iseri-Matsubara gave the report, highlighted the Mayor’s newsletter, and provided follow-up responses to concerns raised at a previous meeting.
• Mayor’s Newsletter: https://www8.honolulu.gov/mayor/newsletter/
• Career Opportunities at the City & County of Honolulu: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu

Councilmember Calvin Say (Council District 5) [2:08:22]: Councilmember Say highlighted affordable housing policies and was available for questions. For any questions or concerns, email ckysay@honolulu.gov or call (808) 768-5005.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGFSYdoOLQVb6kpdAjYQeH54JVI_Pmq0/view?usp=drive_link
• Website: https://www.honolulucitycouncil.org/district-5-say
• Primary Urban Center Development Plan (PUCDP): https://www.honolulu.gov/dpp/planning/planning-documents/primary-urban-center.html
• Homeowners’ Handbook to Prepare for Natural Hazards: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6098c5bb75e480679bd2fab3/t/65c2805b6b1c566fa66df36e/1707245668491/Hawaii-Homeowners-Handbook-Fourth-Ed.-final-web.pdf
• Feral Chicken Informational Flier: https://www.honolulu.gov/rep/site/csd/Feral_Chicken_Info_Sheet.pdf

Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam (Council District 6) [2:09:26]: Councilmember Santos-Tam provided his newsletter and highlighted a constituent request to repair the large hole in the sidewalk next to 1022 Prospect Street. For any questions or concerns, email robin.henski@honolulu.gov.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XoODc9h97EzlbtwvA1OrhGt2K2isDuy4/view?usp=drive_link

 

7. RESIDENT / COMMUNITY CONCERNS [2:10:58]

Houseless at Cartwright Field [2:11:16]: Resident Nina Bourke raised a concern about the increased number of houseless persons at Cartwright Field after regular park hours. Neighbors to the field have put up gates that houseless persons have climbed over.

Various Concerns [2:12:52]: Resident June Yamanaka raised concerns about houseless persons at 1525 Liholiho Street, the need for speed mitigation near Pi’ikoi Street and Wilder Avenue, and cracks/potholes in the area causing damage to wheelchairs.

8. COMMUNITY REPORTS

Makiki/Lower Punchbowl Neighborhood Security Watch Report: Postponed due to facility closure. For more information or to get in contact, email makikipb.nsw@gmail.com.

O’ahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO): Postponed due to facility closure.

9. ANNOUNCEMENTS [2:15:37]

Next Regular Meeting: The next meeting of the Makiki/Lower Punchbowl/Tantalus Neighborhood Board No.10 is scheduled to be held on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at Makiki District Park and online via WebEx.

Broadcast: The meetings can be viewed on ʻŌlelo FOCUS 49 at 9:00 p.m. on the first Friday of the month and again on the first and third Sunday at 3:00 p.m.

Social Media: You can follow us at Facebook.com/MakikiNB

Board Member Contact Information: Go to https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/nb10/

10. ADJOURNMENT [2:16:27]: The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.

Submitted by: Logan Kealoha Hutchinson, Neighborhood Assistant
Reviewed by: Lindon Valenciano, Public Relations Assistant
Finalized by: Thomas Baldwin, Makiki/Lower Punchbowl/Tantalus Neighborhood Board No.10 Secretary

To view agenda and minutes, visit our board website.

Event shows physical location; however, other options of participation may also include WebEx and phone.  If available, instructions for WebEx and phone can be found at the top of the agenda.

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July 8, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the Wahiawā Public Library 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. [...]
08 Jul
July 8, 2025    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
WAIKĪKĪ NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 9       INITIAL CONVENING MEETING TUESDAY, JULY 8, 2025, AT 6:00 P.M. Waikīkī Community Center 310 Paoakalani Avenue, Honolulu, [...]
08 Jul
July 8, 2025    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
‘AIEA NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 20       INITIAL CONVENING MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, JULY 8, 2025 AT 7:00 P.M. ‘AIEA PUBLIC LIBRARY – PROGRAM ROOM [...]
City Council
July 9, 2025    
10:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
09 Jul
July 9, 2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ARBORIST ADVISORY COMMITTEE City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation Wednesday, July 9, 2025 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. VIRTUAL MEETING LINK [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Pearl City Library
July 9, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the Pearl City Public Library 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the Second Wednesday of every [...]
10 Jul
July 10, 2025    
12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
AGENDA
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Nānākuli Library
July 10, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the Nānākuli Public Library 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the second Thursday of every month. [...]
FY26 - Liquor Commission Regular Meeting
July 10, 2025    
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Agenda Board Packet Synopsis Video Minutes   PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND TESTIMONY: Public testimony may be accepted in writing or in person at the Honolulu Liquor [...]
11 Jul
July 11, 2025    
12:45 am - 4:30 am
See attached for agenda July 11, 2025
Charter Commission
July 11, 2025    
2:30 am
Agenda
11 Jul
July 11, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING To join virtually , click on Agenda below or at in-person public video conferencing meeting location at: [...]
12 Jul
July 12, 2025    
9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Ala Wai Golf Course Golf Tournament Oahu Junior Golf Association 18-Hole Tournament 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
14 Jul
July 14, 2025    
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
LILIHA - PU‘UNUI - ‘ĀLEWA - KAMEHAMEHA HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 14     INITIAL CONVENING MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, JULY 14, 2025 at 6:30 P.M. [...]
14 Jul
July 14, 2025    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
WAIMĀNALO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 32     INITIAL CONVENING MEETING AGENDA OF THE WAIMĀNALO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD #32 MONDAY, JULY 14, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. IN [...]
15 Jul
July 15, 2025    
12:45 pm - 3:15 pm
In-Person Server Training class, for employment in the City and County of Honolulu (Island of Oahu) ONLY:   REQUIREMENTS: In-person attendance (no late arrivals) TO [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - McCully-Mōʻiliʻili Library
July 15, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the McCully-Mōʻiliʻili Public Library 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month. [...]
15 Jul
July 15, 2025    
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
KAILUA NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 31       EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, July 15, 2025 5:30 to 6:00 pm In-person at Kalama Beach Park [...]
16 Jul
July 16, 2025    
10:30 am
Location:  HFD Auditorium, 636 South Street, Honolulu, Hawaii  96813 Contact:  nmurata@honolulu.gov Agenda Fire Chief's Report Minutes
16 Jul
July 16, 2025    
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
HONOLULU POLICE COMMISSION City and County of Honolulu State of Hawaii Regular Meeting July 16, 2025 TIME: 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 16, 2025 PLACE: Honolulu [...]
Build Your Workforce! Internship & On-the-Job Training Programs Informational Webinar for Employers
July 16, 2025    
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division offers programs at no cost to help you grow your workforce! Learn more by attending our Wednesday Webinar, every week from 3pm [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Hawaiʻi State Library
July 17, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the Hawaiʻi State Library 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month. [...]
17 Jul
July 17, 2025    
1:00 pm
Agenda
FY26 - Liquor Commission Regular Meeting
July 17, 2025    
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Agenda Board Packet Synopsis Video Minutes   PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND TESTIMONY: Public testimony may be accepted in writing or in person at the Honolulu Liquor [...]
18 Jul
July 18, 2025    
All Day
Ala Wai Golf Course Shotgun Tournament University Laboratory School Foundation Public Play Will End At 8:30 am.
GLS Virtual Workshop - July 18, 2025
July 18, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
GLS Workshop - File your 2025 Gross Liquor Sales Report July 18, 2025 Zoom Registration Link:  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q8-XVUi3QbCS84NDnxozpA Select the session you want to attend: Session [...]
Midsummer Night's Gleam!
July 19, 2025    
3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
https://www.honolulu.gov/dpr/honolulu-botanical-gardens/foster-botanical-garden/
Board of Parks and Recreation Meeting
July 21, 2025    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
CITY & COUNTY OF HONOLULU BOARD OF PARKS AND RECREATION Ka Papa Pāka a me nā Hana Hoʻonanea Board of Parks and Recreation's Regular Meeting [...]
21 Jul
July 21, 2025    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION       NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, JULY 21, 2025 at 6:00 P.M. Kapālama Hale – Room 153 925 Dillingham Boulevard, [...]
21 Jul
July 21, 2025    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
WAHIAWĀ - WHITMORE VILLAGE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 26       INITIAL CONVENING MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, JULY 21, 2025 AT 7:00 P.M. WAHIAWĀ DISTRICT PARK [...]
Budget Committee
July 22, 2025    
9:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Energy, Environment & Sustainability Committee
July 22, 2025    
1:00 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Housing, Homelessness & Parks Committee
July 22, 2025    
2:30 pm
MEETING CANCELLED
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Infrastructure, Transportation & Technology Committee
July 23, 2025    
9:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
International & Legal Affairs Committee
July 23, 2025    
1:00 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Build Your Workforce! Internship & On-the-Job Training Programs Informational Webinar for Employers
July 23, 2025    
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division offers programs at no cost to help you grow your workforce! Learn more by attending our Wednesday Webinar, every week from 3pm [...]
Zoning & Planning Committee
July 24, 2025    
9:00 am
MEETING CANCELLED
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
24 Jul
July 24, 2025    
9:45 am - 12:30 pm
Virtual server training class, for employment in the City and County of Honolulu (Island of Oahu) ONLY:   REQUIREMENTS: Computer/laptop (recommended), smartphone, or tablet - with [...]
Public Safety & Economy Committee
July 24, 2025    
1:00 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
25 Jul
July 25, 2025    
9:45 am - 12:30 pm
Virtual server training class, for employment in the City and County of Honolulu (Island of Oahu) ONLY:   REQUIREMENTS: Computer/laptop (recommended), smartphone, or tablet - with [...]
GLS Virtual Workshop - July 25, 2025
July 25, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Zoom Registration Link: Select the session you want to attend:  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/g4oL1oNhTl6tQQHnTRJy_Q Session 1:  10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. For Restaurant (R), Hotel (L), and Caterer [...]
25 Jul
July 25, 2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
see below pdf for more details NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS (pdf version)
28 Jul
July 28, 2025    
9:45 am - 12:30 pm
Virtual server training class, for employment in the City and County of Honolulu (Island of Oahu) ONLY:   REQUIREMENTS: Computer/laptop (recommended), smartphone, or tablet - with [...]
28 Jul
July 28, 2025    
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
MAKIKI - LOWER PUNCHBOWL - TANTALUS NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 10       NICE NEIGHBORHOODS COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, JULY 28, 2025 AT 2:00 P.M. [...]
28 Jul
July 28, 2025    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION     To view agenda and minutes, visit our board website. Event shows physical location; however, other options of participation may also include WebEx [...]
29 Jul
July 29, 2025    
12:45 pm - 3:15 pm
In-Person Server Training class, for employment in the City and County of Honolulu (Island of Oahu) ONLY:   REQUIREMENTS: In-person attendance (no late arrivals) TO [...]
29 Jul
July 29, 2025    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
HAWAI‘I KAI NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 1     To view agenda and minutes, visit our board website. Event shows physical location; however, other options of [...]
30 Jul
July 30, 2025    
9:45 am - 12:30 pm
Virtual server training class, for employment in the City and County of Honolulu (Island of Oahu) ONLY:   REQUIREMENTS: Computer/laptop (recommended), smartphone, or tablet - with [...]
Build Your Workforce! Internship & On-the-Job Training Programs Informational Webinar for Employers
July 30, 2025    
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division offers programs at no cost to help you grow your workforce! Learn more by attending our Wednesday Webinar, every week from 3pm [...]
FY26 - Liquor Commission Regular Meeting
July 31, 2025    
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Agenda Board Packet Synopsis Video Minutes   PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND TESTIMONY: Public testimony may be accepted in writing or in person at the Honolulu Liquor [...]
01 Aug
August 1, 2025    
9:45 am - 12:30 pm
Virtual server training class, for employment in the City and County of Honolulu (Island of Oahu) ONLY:   REQUIREMENTS: Computer/laptop (recommended), smartphone, or tablet - with [...]
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