City and County of Honolulu

When

June 19, 2025    
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, JUNE 19, 2025 AT 6:00 P.M.
MAKIKI DISTRICT PARK (OLD MAKIKI COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 2ND FLOOR)
1527 KE’EAUMOKU STREET, HONOLULU, HI 96822
AND ONLINE VIA WEBEX

Meeting Link: https://cchnl.webex.com/cchnl/j.php?MTID=mf66d21b6ef825a3d0e117ed0856d527b
Meeting Number / Access Code: 2500 575 4786
Password: NB10 (6210 from phones and video systems)
Join by Phone: +1-408-418-9388 (United States Toll)

Google Drive Folder: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1su4uYFuTVRMZYxBlR8WnaR0cDMcjbHjE
Board Meeting Recordings: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfqRwVpRrookChkQxjZlnB_r8en78zV4Q

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 and Notes: Anyone wishing to speak is asked to raise their hand. When recognized by the Chair, address comments to the Chair. Speakers are encouraged to keep their comments under 3 minutes, and those giving reports are urged to keep their reports under 3 minutes. Please silence all electronic devices. 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 of this 17-member Board is needed to add an item to the agenda. No item shall be added to the agenda if it is of reasonably major importance and action thereon by the board will affect a significant number of persons.

Description of Board Boundaries: https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/boards-and-sub-district-boundary-descriptions

1. CALL TO ORDER – Chair Nathan Char (nathanielchar@gmail.com)

2. CITY & COUNTY OF HONOLULU REPORTS (Limited to 3 minutes each)
A. Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) on incidents/statistics and safety tips (HFDNHB@honolulu.gov)
B. Honolulu Police Department (HPD) on event updates, homeless concerns, including at Makiki Park, incidents/statistics, missing persons, safety tips, fireworks, Tipsy Pig 2 Bar & Grill concerns, and parking/traffic concerns/enforcement (https://www.honolulupd.org/contact-us)
C. Board of Water Supply (BWS) on main break report and general water announcements – Michele Harman (contactus@hbws.org)
D. Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative on constituent concerns, including Makiki District Park facilities, city projects/services (crosswalks, housing, roadways, and TheBus), traffic congestion, illegal parking, and newsletter updates (https://www8.honolulu.gov/mayor/newsletter) – Megan Johnson
(https://www8.honolulu.gov/mayor/contact-the-mayor)
E. District 5: Councilmember Scott Nishimoto on constituent concerns (including Bill 7 construction around Piʻikoi Street/Davenport Street, proposed sewer rate increase, fireworks, and Makiki District Park improvements) and legislative/office/newsletter updates (https://www.honolulucitycouncil.org/district-5-scott-nishimoto) – Taylor Date (scott.nishimoto@honolulu.gov)
F. District 6: Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam on constituent concerns (including Bill 7 construction around Piʻikoi Street/Davenport Street, fireworks, proposed sewer rate increase, and Makiki District Park improvements) little fire ants, and legislative/office/newsletter updates
(https://www.honolulucitycouncil.org/district-6-dos-santos-tam) – Robin Henski (tdossantos-tam@honolulu.gov)

3. COMMUNITY CONCERNS FROM RESIDENTS (Limited to 2 minutes each)
Residents, not board members, can share comments and concerns that are not listed on the agenda. Per the “Sunshine Law” (HRS 92), concerns not on the agenda may be presented, but the Board cannot take action.

4. STATE OF HAWAIʻI REPORTS (Limited to 3 minutes each)
A. Governor Josh Green’s Representative on constituent concerns, legislative/office/newsletter updates, general announcements, fireworks, and traffic concerns/projects – Russell Pang (russell.wk.pang@hawaii.gov)
B. Senate District 11: Senator Carol Fukunaga on constituent concerns, legislative/office/newsletter updates, little fire ants, fireworks, and general announcements (senfukunaga@capitol.hawaii.gov)
C. House District 26: Representative Della Au Belatti on constituent concerns, legislative/office/newsletter updates, little fire ants, fireworks, and general announcements (repbelatti@capitol.hawaii.gov)
D. House District 25: Representative Kim Coco Iwamoto on constituent concerns, legislative/office/newsletter updates, fireworks, and general announcements (repiwamoto@capitol.hawaii.gov)
E. House District 23: Representative Ikaika Olds on constituent concerns, legislative/office/newsletter updates, fireworks, and general announcements (repolds@capitol.hawaii.gov)
F. House District 22: Representative Andrew Garrett on constituent concerns, legislative/office/newsletter updates, fireworks, and general announcements (repgarrett@capitol.hawaii.gov)

5. BOARD BUSINESS/PRESENTATIONS
A. Approval of Written Summary for Video Record: Thursday, May 15, 2025
(Draft Written Summaries: https://www4.honolulu.gov/docushare/dsweb/View/Collection-11258)
B. Resolution in Support of More Effective Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Improvements at the Five-Way Intersection of Prospect Street, Iolani Avenue, and Alapai Street
C. Discussion to Examine More Safety Measures to Make the Five-Way Intersection of Prospect Street, Iolani Avenue, and Alapai Street Safer – Claire Santos
D. Resolution in Support of Adjusting the Neighborhood Board District Guidelines to Reunify the Area Identified as the “Punchbowl Core” Under the Auspices of Neighborhood Board No. 12, Subdistrict 1 and Removing it from Neighborhood Board No. 10, Subdistrict 3
E. Approval of a Letter Requesting the First Floor and Basement of the Former Makiki Library for the Korean Cultural Community Center
F. Discussion of Punchbowl Safety Regarding Recent Bonfires and Coordination with the Nu’uanu/Punchbowl Neighborhood Board
G. Discussion to Examine Establishing Resilience Hubs in the Neighborhood

6. BOARD/COMMUNITY REPORTS (Limited to 3 minutes each)
A. Nice Neighborhood Committee Report – Harris Nakamoto (junfour@gmail.com)
B. Makiki/Lower Punchbowl Neighborhood Security Watch – Chuck Lee (makikipb.nsw@gmail.com)
C. O‘ahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO) – John Steelquist (john@steelquist.com)

7. BOARD ANNOUNCEMENTS
Next Regular Meeting: The Makiki/Lower Punchbowl/Tantalus Neighborhood Board No. 10 is scheduled to meet on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at Makiki District Park (Old Makiki Community Library, 2nd Floor) and online via Webex.

Broadcast, Social Media, and Board Info: The meetings can be viewed on ʻŌlelo FOCUS 49 on the first Friday at 9:00 p.m. and third Sunday at 3:00 p.m. (https://olelo.org/tune-in). Follow us at http://www.facebook.com/MakikiNB and visit https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/nb10 for Makiki Neighborhood Board info.

8. ADJOURNMENT

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 emailing nco@honolulu.gov. Agenda documents and minutes are also available online at https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/boards.

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, email nbtestimony@honolulu.gov, or complete the form on https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/testimony.

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 email nco@honolulu.gov at least 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, MAY 15, 2025 AT 6:00 P.M.
MAKIKI DISTRICT PARK (OLD MAKIKI COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 2ND FLOOR) – 1527 KE’EAUMOKU STREET, HONOLULU, HI 96822 AND ONLINE VIA WEBEX

Video Recording of Meeting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euBz425GMko&list=PLfqRwVpRrookChkQxjZlnB_r8en78zV4Q&index=1

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

1. CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:01]: Chair Char called the Makiki/Lower Punchbowl/Tantalus Neighborhood Board No. 10 meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Quorum WAS NOT established with 4 members present. Note: This 13-member Board (through Tuesday, July 1, 2025) requires 7 members to establish quorum and take official Board action.

Members Present: Nathaniel Char (Chair), John Steelquist (Vice Chair joined at 6:06 p.m.), Claire Santos (Secretary, Treasurer), Richard Kawano (joined at 6:36 p.m.), Chuck Lee, Sam Mitchell, Ian Ross (joined at 6:11 p.m.), Eric Salassa (joined at 6:06 p.m.), Bronson Silva (joined at 7:29 p.m.), and Adam Kirchmann (appointed at 7:20 p.m.).

Members Absent: Geni Lakalaka-Manupuna, Harris Nakamoto, Ken Peck.

Guests: Fire Captain Daniel Goh and Fire Fighter Brandon Akiona (Honolulu Fire Department); Sergeant Kennison Lee (Honolulu Police Department); Megan Johnson (Mayor Blangiardi); Taylor Date (Councilmember Nishimoto); Robin Henski (Councilmember Dos Santos-Tam); Tom Heinrich (Representative Belatti); Kate Ozawa (Representative Iwamoto); Susannah Kandikatti (Representative Olds); Takemi Nakasone (Representative Garrett); Kalei Akaka and Elena Farden (Office of Hawaiian Affairs); Ronald Higa, Patrick Smith, Lindsay Chambers, Mike Buck, and Marcia Kemble (Residents/Guests); Curtis Hayashi (Neighborhood Commission Office). Note: Name not included if not legible or stated for the record. About 29 participants joined the meeting.

2. CITY & COUNTY OF HONOLULU MONTHLY REPORTS – [0:00:10]

Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – [0:00:13]: Fire Captain Goh introduced Fire Fighter Akiona who provided the report, including information about incident statistics for April 2025 and safety tips for home fire sprinklers. Should you have questions, please email HFD’s Public Affairs & Media Liaison at HFDNHB@honolulu.gov or visit https://fire.honolulu.gov/requests-for-information.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hYMXpmao_VE1Pe4U7GwDXt0Xxmk_0psW/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:02:08].

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – [0:03:31]: Sergeant Lee reported the statistics for April 2025. There were 7 motor vehicle thefts, 10 burglaries, 17 thefts, 7 unauthorized entry into motor vehicle (UEMV) offenses, 5 assaults, 0 sex assaults, 2 graffiti incidents, 7 drug-related offenses, 2,242 calls for service, and 58 traffic citations at the intersection of Lunalilo Street and Piʻikoi Street. For more information, visit https://www.honolulupd.org/information.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:05:34].

Steelquist and Salassa joined the meeting at 6:06 p.m.; 6 members present.
Ross joined the meeting at 6:11 p.m.; 7 members present.

Board of Water Supply (BWS) – [0:22:39]: No representative present. For questions/concerns, email contactus@hbws.org or call (808) 748-5041.

Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – [0:22:50]: Megan Johnson (Deputy Director of the Department of Customer Services) provided the report and information about the following:
• 2025 Neighborhood Board election information (https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/neighborhood-board-elections);
• 1421 Pensacola Street project (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hO_VznQiJXj10pif8npwro5Bl32x26kb/view?usp=drive_link);
• Revised Ordinances of Honolulu (ROH) Chapter 32 projects;
• Akala Lane is a private roadway;
• Department of Transportation Services (DTS) updates about TheBus, traffic concerns, and roadway concerns;
• speed humps affecting emergency responders;
• extraction of debris under the Liholiho Street bridge and the City portion of Makiki Ditch/Kanaha Stream on Thursday, May 15, 2025; and
• Makiki District Park concerns (Building 42 and parking).
• Contact the Mayor: https://www8.honolulu.gov/mayor/contact-the-mayor
• Mayor’s Newsletter: https://www8.honolulu.gov/mayor/newsletter

Kawano joined the meeting at 6:36 p.m.; 8 members present.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:44:44].

District 5: Councilmember Scott Nishimoto – [0:46:18]: Taylor Date provided the report, including constituent concerns related to TheBus, homeless encampments, and fencing for the Makiki Community Garden. For questions/concerns, email scott.nishimoto@honolulu.gov or call (808) 768-5005.
• Website: https://www.honolulucitycouncil.org/district-5-scott-nishimoto

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:48:18].

District 6: Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam – [0:48:40]: Robin Henski provided the report, including the May 2025 newsletter, 5-way intersection at Prospect-Iolani-Alapai, Punchbowl encampments, and Bill 7 program related to affordable housing. For questions/concerns, email tdossantos-tam@honolulu.gov or call (808) 768-5006.
• Website: https://www.honolulucitycouncil.org/district-6-dos-santos-tam
• May 2025 Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cjAo43WFoFOGETJCqDu7C04CHLx1R6v3/view

3. COMMUNITY CONCERNS FROM RESIDENTS – [0:51:37]

Chick-fil-A Makiki Traffic Safety Concerns – [0:51:56]: Lindsay Chambers raised concerns about traffic safety nearby Chick-fil-A Makiki and shared an update about the Downtown-Chinatown Neighborhood Board adopting a resolution urging the City & County of Honolulu to study and address traffic and safety issues on Beretania Street near Chick-Fil-A Makiki (https://www4.honolulu.gov/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-350559/_13%202025-01%20Resolution%20Urging%20the%20City%20to%20Study%20and%20Address%20Traffic%20and%20Safety%20Issues%20Surrounding%20Chick-fil-A%20Makiki.pdf).

Neighborhood Tree – [0:54:02]: Adam Kirchmann raised concerns about a tree being cut down at the intersection of Wilder Avenue and Pensacola Street. Char and Mitchell responded to Kirchmann.

4. STATE OF HAWAIʻI REPORTS – [0:56:50]

Point of Information – [0:56:53]: Ross asked Chair Char for an update of the Makiki Neighborhood Board membership. Chair Char stated there is 1 vacant at-large seat and quorum is 7 votes.

Governor Josh Green’s Representative – [0:57:50]: No representative present. For questions/concerns, email russell.wk.pang@hawaii.gov or call (808) 265-5239.
• Website: https://governor.hawaii.gov
• May 2025 Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BAodzBd8CHZmaie6lAAeE7FsNgoEfcWC/view?usp=drive_link

Senate District 11: Senator Carol Fukunaga – [0:58:00]: No representative present. For questions/concerns, email senfukunaga@capitol.hawaii.gov or call (808) 586-6460.
• Webpage: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/legislature/memberpage.aspx?member=168&year=2025
• May 2025 Memorandum: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_cSjEmvgTQ_xhuFHU2V03R3RPnGwCkEs/view?usp=drive_link

House District 26: Representative Della Au Belatti – [0:58:10]: Tom Heinrich provided the report, including the 2025 session adjournment, possible special session later this year, legislative updates, Punchbowl perimeter concerns, and Honolulu City Charter Commission (https://www.honolulucitycouncil.org/charter-commission). For questions/concerns, email repbelatti@capitol.hawaii.gov or call (808) 586-9425.
• Webpage: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/legislature/memberpage.aspx?member=7&year=2025

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:11:06].

House District 25: Representative Kim Coco Iwamoto – [1:11:37]: Kate Ozawa provided the report, including Representative Iwamoto’s plan to hold town halls, survey, and newsletter. For questions/concerns, email repiwamoto@capitol.hawaii.gov or call (808) 586-8485.
• Webpage: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/legislature/memberpage.aspx?member=301&year=2025

House District 23: Representative Ikaika Olds – [1:13:27]: Susannah Kandikatti provided the report, including the newsletter. Sign up for email updates at https://mailchi.mp/capitol/email-sign-up. For questions/concerns, email repolds@capitol.hawaii.gov or call (808) 586-8515.
• Webpage: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/legislature/memberpage.aspx?member=300&year=2025

House District 22: Representative Andrew Garrett – [1:14:30]: Takemi Nakasone provided the report, including the newsletter. For questions/concerns, email repgarrett@capitol.hawaii.gov or call (808) 586-8475.
• Newsletter: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/legislature/memberpage.aspx?member=256&year=2025

4. BOARD BUSINESS/PRESENTATIONS – [1:16:03]

Filling of 1 Vacant At-Large Seat – [1:16:06]: Chair Char asked if any resident wanted to fill the vacant at-large seat. Adam Kirchmann expressed interest in filling the vacant seat and introduced himself.

[1:18:36] – Chair Char called a recess to verify Kirchmann’s residency per Neighborhood Plan §2-14-104(d) (https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/wp-content/uploads/sites/53/2024/03/Neighborhood_Plan_2020_Edition.pdf).
[1:20:00] – Chair Char called the meeting back to order.

[1:20:07] – Mitchell MOVED and Steelquist SECONDED to nominate Adam Kirchmann. Hearing no other nominations, Neighborhood Assistant Hayashi conducted a roll call vote. Kirchmann was APPOINTED to fill the vacant at-large seat; 8-0-0 (Aye: Char, Salassa, Mitchell, Ross, Steelquist, Kawano, Lee, and Santos; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [1:20:30].

[1:21:31] – Chair Char called a recess for Kirchmann to subscribe to the oath of office per Neighborhood Plan §2-14-101(a).
Kirchmann subscribed to the oath of office at 7:22 p.m.; 9 members present.
[1:23:16] – Chair Char called the meeting back to order.

Approval of Written Summaries for Video Record: Thursday, April 17, 2025 – [1:23:26]: Without objection, the written summary was ADOPTED; 9-0-0 (Aye: Char, Salassa, Mitchell, Ross, Steelquist, Kawano, Lee, Santos, and Kirchmann; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [1:23:32].

Approval of a Letter Requesting the First Floor and Basement of the Former Makiki Library for the Korean Cultural Community Center – [1:23:44]: No letter was introduced. Mitchell raised concerns about high levels of radiation in the basement (https://www.nrc.gov/docs/ML2125/ML21250A188.pdf). The building is designated as a historic structure, so any modifications require review and approval from the State Historic Preservation Division (SHPD).

Presentation by and Motion to support HONU (Homeless Outreach and Navigation for Unsheltered Persons) Services at Pāwaʻa In-Ha Park – [1:25:19]: There was no presentation. Chair Char said he was told that HONU will not set up at Pāwaʻa In-Ha Park.

Presentation by OHA (Office of Hawaiian Affairs) Regarding OHA’s Strategic Plan – [1:25:40]: OHA’s Oʻahu Resident Trustee Kalei Akaka and OHA’s Senior Director of Strategy and Implementation Elena Farden shared OHA’s plan to attend Neighborhood Board meetings quarterly and reestablish pilina (relationship) with the Neighborhood Board, especially with the largest Native Hawaiian community at the Kalāwahine and Papakōlea Native Hawaiian homesteads in the Punchbowl-Tantalus area. Farden highlighted OHA’s Strategic Plan “Mana i Mauli Ola” (Strength to Wellbeing) and plans to launch at least 14 programs within the next fiscal year related to education, healthcare, workforce, and housing (https://www.oha.org/about/mana-to-mauli-ola). Farden invited residents to attend OHA Board of Trustees meetings (https://www.oha.org/bot) and shared job openings (https://www.oha.org/jobs).

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:29:38].

Silva joined the meeting at 7:29 p.m.; 10 members present.

Motion to Support Dog Friendlier Parks in Makiki – [1:45:01]: Chair Char provided an overview of the City’s initiative to gather community feedback on making parks more dog-friendly (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1waTH4UZ57XkBmYnreSU3tkTZpWWWAJDB/view?usp=drive_link).
[1:45:44] – Santos MOVED and Kirchmann SECONDED to support dog friendlier parks in Makiki.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:46:03].

The motion was ADOPTED; 10-0-0 (Aye: Char, Salassa, Silva, Mitchell, Ross, Steelquist, Kawano, Lee, Santos, and Kirchmann; Nay: None; Abstain: None).

Resolution Supporting Speed Humps on King Street and Beretania Street Between Punahou Street and Ward Avenue – [1:51:10]: Chair Char introduced the resolution.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:51:32].

[1:53:08] – Char MOVED and Ross SECONDED to adopt the resolution. Neighborhood Assistant Hayashi conducted a roll call vote. The resolution was ADOPTED; 9-1-0 (Aye: Char, Salassa, Silva, Mitchell, Ross, Steelquist, Kawano, Lee, and Kirchmann; Nay: Santos; Abstain: None) – [1:53:41].

Discussion and Motion on Punchbowl Safety Regarding Recent Bonfires and Coordination with the Nu’uanu/Punchbowl Neighborhood Board – [1:54:40]: Nuʻuanu-Punchbowl Neighborhood Board Chair Patrick Smith and Makiki Neighborhood Board members had a discussion on how to address this matter with city, state, and federal officials. Santos raised concerns about homeless campsites and fires in the Punchbowl area. There was no motion.

Discussion and Motion to Examine More Safety Measures to Make the 5-Way Intersection of Iolani Avenue/Prospect Street/Alapai Street Safer – [1:59:43]: Santos raised traffic safety concerns about this 5-way intersection. Santos is working towards a solution with Councilmember Dos Santos-Tam’s office and DTS. [2:00:41] – Santos MOVED and Steelquist SECONDED to keep this topic on the meeting agenda. The motion was ADOPTED; 10-0-0 (Aye: Char, Salassa, Silva, Mitchell, Ross, Steelquist, Kawano, Lee, Santos, and Kirchmann; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [2:01:05].

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:01:15].

6. BOARD/COMMUNITY REPORTS – [2:03:46]

Nice Neighborhood Committee Report – [2:03:53]: No report.
• Committee Meeting Agendas: https://www4.honolulu.gov/docushare/dsweb/View/Collection-15372

Makiki/Lower Punchbowl Neighborhood Security Watch – [2:03:57]: No report.

O‘ahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO) – [2:04:01]: No report.

7. BOARD ANNOUNCEMENTS – [2:04:17]

Next Regular Meeting – [2:04:18]: The Makiki/Lower Punchbowl/Tantalus Neighborhood Board No. 10 is scheduled to meet on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at Makiki District Park (Old Makiki Community Library, 2nd Floor) (https://maps.app.goo.gl/R1Ro9GnD2SyKftgA7) and online via Webex.

Broadcast, Social Media, and Board Info – [2:04:31]: The meetings can be viewed on ʻŌlelo FOCUS 49 on the first Friday at 9:00 p.m. and third Sunday at 3:00 p.m. (https://olelo.org/tune-in). Follow us at http://www.facebook.com/MakikiNB and visit https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/nb10 for Makiki Neighborhood Board info.

8. ADJOURNMENT – [2:05:04]: [2:05:07] – Santos MOVED and Steelquist SECONDED to adjourn the meeting. Without objection, Chair Char adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m.

Submitted by: Curtis Hayashi, Neighborhood Assistant, Neighborhood Commission Office
Reviewed by: Dylan Buck, Community Relations Specialist, Neighborhood Commission Office
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Boogie down with parks kūpuna at the 55th Senior Valentine Dance! This heart-felt event returns to the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall on Friday, February, 6 You [...]
06 Feb
February 6, 2026    
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING  WebEx Recording (password:  aUFYaseE584)
06 Feb
February 6, 2026    
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
AGENDA
09 Feb
February 9, 2026    
2:30 pm
MEETING CANCELLED
Agenda
09 Feb
February 9, 2026    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION   Tonight’s meeting is CANCELED due to severe weather. We apologize for the inconvenience.
09 Feb
February 9, 2026    
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
LILIHA - PU‘UNUI - ‘ĀLEWA - KAMEHAMEHA HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 14     Tonight’s meeting is CANCELED due to severe weather. We apologize for [...]
10 Feb
February 10, 2026    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Persons may submit oral testimony remotely through the Zoom internet platform or in person at Kapalama Hale. To participate, via remote technology, persons should visit www.Zoom.com, click on “Join A Meeting” enter meeting number 884 7888 7501.
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Wahiawā Library
February 10, 2026    
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. [...]
10 Feb
February 10, 2026    
2:30 pm
When: Tuesday, February 10 at 2:30 p.m. Where: Honolulu Department of Transportation Services 711 Kapiolani Blvd Suite 1600, Honolulu, HI, 96813 AGENDA-MEETING NOTICE (PDF) AGENDA-MEETING [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Pearl City Library
February 11, 2026    
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 [...]
11 Feb
February 11, 2026    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
KAHALU‘U NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 29     REGULAR MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2026 6:00 P.M. Via WebEx or Call-In In Person Venue KEY Project [...]
11 Feb
February 11, 2026    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
KALIHI VALLEY NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 16     REGULAR MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2026 6:30 P.M. KALIHI VALLEY DISTRICT PARK 1911 KAMEHAMEHA IV ROAD [...]
12 Feb
February 12, 2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION ON EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT MEETING NOTICE February 12, 2026 10:30 AM – 11:30 PM Emergency Operation Center @ Frank Fasi Municipal Building 650 [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Nānākuli Library
February 12, 2026    
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 first Wednesday of every month. [...]
13 Feb
February 13, 2026    
9:00 am
OAHU METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE To join virtually, click on Agenda below or at in-person public video conferencing meeting location at: OahuMPO Office: [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Kalihi-Pālama Library
February 13, 2026    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the Kalihi-Pālama Public Library 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month. [...]
14 Feb
February 14, 2026    
6:54 am - 1:30 pm
Ted Makalena Golf Course Golf Tournament HSGA Four-Ball Tournament 6:54a to 1:30p
15 Feb
February 15, 2026    
6:54 am - 10:42 am
Ted Makalena Golf Course Golf Tournament HSGA Four-Ball 6:54a to 10:42a  
16 Feb
February 16, 2026    
All Day
President's Day Holiday All City Municipal Golf Courses Will Be Observing A Holiday Schedule.  Weekend Rates Will Apply.
Board of Parks and Recreation Meeting
February 17, 2026    
1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
BOARD OF PARKS AND RECREATION Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Board of Parks and Recreation will be held on Tuesday, February [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - McCully-Mōʻiliʻili Library
February 17, 2026    
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. [...]
17 Feb
February 17, 2026    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
MILILANI MAUKA - LAUNANI VALLEY NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD No. 35     REGULAR MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. MILILANI MAUKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL [...]
18 Feb
February 18, 2026    
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Agenda Minutes Fire Chief's Report
18 Feb
February 18, 2026    
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 [...]
City Council
February 18, 2026    
10:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
19 Feb
February 19, 2026    
10:30 am
Ocean Safety Commission Meeting Thursday, February 19, 2026 10:30am 530 S. King Street, 2nd Floor Multipurpose Room #205 Honolulu, Hawaiʻi 96813 Documents AGENDA
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Hawaiʻi State Library
February 19, 2026    
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. [...]
FY26 - Liquor Commission Regular Meeting
February 19, 2026    
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 [...]
20 Feb
February 20, 2026    
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 [...]
20 Feb
February 20, 2026    
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Persons may submit oral testimony remotely through the Zoom internet platform or in person at Kapalama Hale. To participate, via remote technology, persons should visit www.Zoom.com, click on “Join A Meeting” enter meeting number 884 7888 7501.
20 Feb
February 20, 2026    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
See attached for agenda February 20, 2026
21 Feb
February 21, 2026    
6:42 am - 1:30 pm
Ted Makalena Golf Course Golf Tournament HSGA Four-Ball Tournament 6:42a to 1:30p
22 Feb
February 22, 2026    
6:42 am - 11:00 am
Ted Makalena Golf Course Golf Tournament HSGA Four-Ball 6:42a to 11:00a  
23 Feb
February 23, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ala Wai Golf Course Golf Tournament OIA Tournament 9:00a to 1:00p
23 Feb
February 23, 2026    
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 [...]
23 Feb
February 23, 2026    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
MAKIKI-LOWER PUNCHBOWL-TANTALUS NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 10   NICE NEIGHBORHOODS COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Monday, February 23, 2026 from 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Hawaiʻi State Representative Kim Coco [...]
24 Feb
February 24, 2026    
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 [...]
24 Feb
February 24, 2026    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
ALA MOANA - KAKA‘AKO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 11     To view agenda and minutes, visit our board website. Event shows physical location; however, other options [...]
24 Feb
February 24, 2026    
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 [...]
25 Feb
February 25, 2026    
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 [...]
25 Feb
February 25, 2026    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
MAKAKILO - KAPOLEI - HONOKAI HALE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 34   To view agenda and minutes, visit our board website. Event shows physical location; however, other [...]
25 Feb
February 25, 2026    
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
MILILANI - WAIPI‘O - MELEMANU NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 25     To view agenda and minutes, visit our board website. Event shows physical location; however, other [...]
FY26 - Liquor Commission Regular Meeting
February 26, 2026    
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 [...]
26 Feb
February 26, 2026    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
WAIPAHŪ NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 22   To view agenda and minutes, visit our board website. Event shows physical location; however, other options of participation may also [...]
27 Feb
February 27, 2026    
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 [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Liliha Library
February 27, 2026    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the Liliha Public Library 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the last Friday of every month. [...]
Lei Court Selection Event!
February 28, 2026    
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is thrilled to announce the 2026 Lei Court Selection, scheduled for Saturday, February [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Waiʻanae Library
March 2, 2026    
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the Waiʻanae Public Library 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on the first Monday of every month. [...]
Budget Committee
March 3, 2026    
9:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Kaimukī Library
March 3, 2026    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the Kaimukī Public Library 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month. [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Waipahu Library
March 3, 2026    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the Waipahu Public Library 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month. [...]
Infrastructure, Transportation & Technology Committee
March 4, 2026    
9:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Waimānalo Library
March 4, 2026    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the Waimānalo Public and School Library 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the first Wednesday of [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - ʻAiea Library
March 4, 2026    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The WorkHawaiʻi Division will be offering free Satellite Services at the ʻAiea Public Library 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month. [...]
Zoning & Planning Committee
March 5, 2026    
9:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Public Safety & Economy Committee
March 5, 2026    
1:00 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Government Efficiency & Customer Services Committee
March 5, 2026    
2:30 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
07 Mar
March 7, 2026    
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Ocean-goers of all skill levels are once again invited to venture out to Kualoa Regional Park to experience Polynesian ocean voyaging culture during the 17th [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Hiring Event
March 7, 2026    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
With dozens of employers, hundreds of job seekers, and no cost at all for attendance, WorkHawaiʻi Hiring Events are the best place to find your [...]
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Federal Résumé Writing Workshop
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WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Waimānalo Library
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09 Feb
2:30 pm
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09 Feb
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11 Feb
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Kāneʻohe
11 Feb
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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13 Feb
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14 Feb
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16 Feb
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18 Feb
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20 Feb
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23 Feb
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23 Feb
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24 Feb
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24 Feb
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25 Feb
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26 Feb
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1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - ʻAiea Library
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