LILIHA – PU‘UNUI – ‘ĀLEWA – KAMEHAMEHA HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 14
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
MARCH 10, 2025 at 6:30 P.M.
MAʻEMAʻE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAFETERIA
319 WYLLIE STREET, HONOLULU, HI 96817
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Rules of Speaking: There is a 5-minute time limit on presentations and three (3) minutes on all other reports unless authorized by the Chair. The Chair must first recognize any board member or guest desiring to speak. Questions/testimonies are limited to one (1) minute per speaker and no speaker may comment more than twice on each subject. Those who interrupt another speaker are out of order and will not be allowed to comment.
Meeting Materials: To view NB 14’s reports, presentations, and other meeting materials visit: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14NHDPlCeVLKfUh3ZE-qR4B2PrWYzprSp?usp=sharing
Meeting Recording: Can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1DZJTKor6TTNYiqx5U-P2w
I. CALL TO ORDER: Chair, Wesley Fong
II. GOVERNMENT AGENCIES FORUM (Three (3) minutes each):
A. Honolulu Fire Department (Kuakini Station)
B. Honolulu Police Department (Kalihi Station)
C. Board of Water Supply (BWS)
III. FILLING OF VACANCIES: Residents interested in filling a vacant board seat must bring current proof of residency to the board meeting or to Neighborhood Assistant Camilia Epa Gomes (camilia.epa@honolulu.gov) to verify residency in advance.
A. Liliha Sub-District 4 – One (1) vacancy
Map: https://www.honolulu.gov/rep/site/nco/maps/14_Liliha.jpg
IV. RESIDENTS/COMMUNITY CONCERNS
V. REPORTS OF MEMBERS ATTENDANCE AT OTHER MEETINGS
VI. OAHU METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (OMPO) CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CAC)
• Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) Email: OahuMPO@OahuMPO.org
• CAC Meeting Information: https://oahumpo.org/citizen-advisory-committee/
VII. ELECTED OFFICIALS AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
A. Mayor’s Representative – Aedward Los Banos
1. Status of installation of painted crosswalk at Nuʻuanu Ave/Bate St.
B. District 6 Councilmember – Tyler Dos Santos Tam
1. Status of installation of painted crosswalk at Nuʻuanu Ave/Bate St.
C. 13th Senatorial District – Karl Rhoads or rep
D. 14th Senatorial District – Donna Mercado Kim
E. District 27 Representative – Jenna Takenouchi
F. District 28 Representative – Daniel Holt
G. District 29 Representative – Ikaika Hussey
H. Governor’s Representative – Dallis Ontiveros
I. 1st Congressional District Representative – Ed Case
VIII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Monday, February 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes
IX. NEW BUSINESS
A. Alaneo St. – Status of traffic study – City Department of Transportation (DTS)
B. Kapalama/Hala Dr. – Status of traffic study – City Department of Transportation (DTS)
X. COMMUNITYORGANIZATIONS
A. Maluhia
B. St. Francis
C. Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center – Carole Kaapu/Brandon Mitsuda
D. Friends of Liliha Library – Brandon Mitsuda
E. Other non-profit organizations
XI. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 14, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
B. Ōlelo – NB 14 monthly meetings can be viewed on ʻŌlelo channel 49 on first Saturdays at 9:00 p.m. and second and fourth Thursdays at 2:00 p.m.
XII. ADJOURNMENT
References:
1. Report Potholes: (City) 768-7777 (State) 536-7852
2. Report Abandoned Vehicles: 768-2530
3. Report Illegal Dumping to Office of Environmental Services: 768-3401/3203
4. To report illegal dumping, find collection schedule information, or for more information about collection services and notices of violation: 768-3300/5220 or https://www.honolulu.gov/opala
5. Advance Traffic/Travel Information Website: http://goakamai.org/
6. Hawaii Drug Take-Back Program: http:/goakamai.org/
7. Homeless Hotline: 791-9359
8. Community Policing Team: 723-8230
9. Complete Streets: https://www.facebook.com/hnlcompletestreets/
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 Kapalama Hale, 925 Dillingham Boulevard, Suite 160 Honolulu, Hawai’i 96817;
Telephone (808) 768-3710; Fax (808) 768-3711; or emailing nco@honolulu.gov
Agenda documents and minutes are also available at http://www.honolulu.gov/nco/boards.html
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, Hawai’i 96817.
Fax: (808) 768-3711. Email: nbtestimony@honolulu.gov
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
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2025 at 6:30 P.M.
MAEMAE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – 319 WYLLIE STREET, HONOLULU, HAWAI’I, 96817
AND VIA WEBEX TELECONFERENCING
Video recording of this meeting can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyExiy53GuA
Meeting materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vhyjdB2Almt3CizOKC_0zy04xNbNepro
I. CALL TO ORDER [0:00:09]: Chair Wesley Fong called the Liliha/Puʻunui/Alewa/Kamehameha Heights Neighborhood Board No. 14 regular meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Quorum was established with eight (8) board members present. Note – This 13-member Board requires seven (7) members to establish a quorum and take official board action. Board members must be in-person or have video access.
Board Members Present: Ronald Higa, Carole Kaapu, Brandon Mitsuda, Chance Naauao-Ota, Cora Yamamoto, Donald Nitta, Darren Cantrill, Wesley Fong, and Henry Pang (arrived at 8:43 p.m.)
Board Members Absent: Zhoydell Magaoay, Dale White, and Wallyn Christian.
Guests: Lieutenant Yamashita (Honolulu Police Department); Director Roger Babcock (City Dept. of Environmental Services); Iris Oda (Board of Water Supply); Lynn Robinson (Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam); Sara Thorn (Senator Kharl Rhoads – Senate District 13); Kathy Nii (Representative Donna Mercado Kim – Senate District 14); Kelton Cheney (Representative Jenna Takenouchi – State House District 27); Representative Ikaika Hussey (State House District 29); Venus Rosete-Medeiros, Ron Musch, Nalani Nahinu, Stacy Peiler (Hale Kipa); Ryan Lim, Christy Macpherson, Bixby Ho, (Residents); Jeffrey Jones (Neighborhood Commission Office). Note: Name was not included if not legible. There were 29 total participants.
II. GOVERNMENT AGENCIES FORUM [0:01:20]
Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – [0:01:22]: No representative present. Report was submitted.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iFPMFrWiZV3mn4OI4laUFaJs5IZZwrZT/view?usp=drive_link
• HFD Community Relations Office: hfdnhb@honolulu.gov
Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – [0:02:08]: No representative present at this time. A report was given later in the meeting.
• Honolulu Police Department Website: https://www.honolulupd.org/
• HPD Data Dashboard: Microsoft Power BI
• Crime Mapping: https://www.crimemapping.com/
Board of Water Supply (BWS) – [0:02:20]: Iris Oda provided the report and shared there were no main breaks in January 2025 and shared a general announcement regarding the water waste hotline available for people to call. If you see water being waisted such as a broken pipe, a malfunctioning sprinkler, a running faucet, excessive watering, or something similar.
• To report water waste:
o Visit BWS website: www.boardofwatersupply.com/waterwaste
o Email: contactus@hbws.org or call 808-748-5041
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [0:03:50]
III. FILLING OF VACANCIES [0:04:40]
Liliha Sub-District 4 – One (1) Vacancy – [0:04:41]: No volunteers at this time.
IV. RESIDENTS/COMMUNITY CONCERNS – [0:05:00]: No concerns at this time.
V. REPORTS OF MEMBERS ATTENDANCE AT OTHER MEETINGS – [0:24:17]: Chair Fong skipped this item at this time.
VI. Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OahuMPO) Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) – [0:05:14]
OahuMPO Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) Report – [0:05:20]: Member Yamamoto provided the report on the monthly committee meeting that occurred on Wednesday, February 5, 2024. She shared the CAC conducted a procedural vote on term limits for the Chair and Vice Chair. The Hawaii Bicycle League is sponsoring a free bike maintenance workshop on Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The event is free to the public and will be in Aiea.
• For more details on the “Fix a Flat Workshop” visit: https://hbl.org
• CAC Meeting Information: https://oahumpo.org/citizen-advisory-committee/
• Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) Email: OahuMPO@OahuMPO.org
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [0:06:50]
V. REPORTS OF MEMBERS ATTENDANCE AT OTHER MEETINGS – [0:07:31]: Chair Fong returned to this item. No reports at this time
VII. PRESENTATIONS – [0:07:38]
Community Bike Ride – [0:07:50]: Rona Mangayayam (Kokua Kalihi Valley Youth Services Director) shared information on the 20th annual community bike ride that is sponsored by Kalihi Valley Instructional Bike Exchange (KVIBE). KVIBE’s instructional bike exchange program uses donated bikes and trained staff teach the youth how to repair/refurbish the bikes to eventually be their own to keep. The bike ride event will be Saturday, April 12, 2025 and start at 8:00 a.m. The ride begins at Kokua Kalihi Valley’s 100-acre nature park and there will be several stops along the route where there’ll be community partners as hosts to share stories of the sites as well as youth speaking – sharing their thoughts and learning about these sites and issues that matters to these young people. The route will end at Sand Island State Park. The ride strives to raise awareness and appreciation of Kalihi’s natural and cultural abundance.
• Bike Ride Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pnfAuMo2T-pZlrpisaO3sTEe3_eKzJBS/view?usp=drive_link
• Bike Ride Route: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D3LpnwV3lvA9nuALnPuaaj-Rio_Rw-dE/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [0:12:10]
Reasons for Increase in Sewer Charges – [0:14:22]: No representative at this time. A representative will present later in the meeting.
VIII. ELECTED OFFICIALS AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES [0:14:40]
Mayor’s Representative – [0:14:50]: Aedward Los Banos provided the report and shared highlights from the monthly newsletter for February 2025. Follow-up responses were provided on the concerns listed below:
o Squatters and alleged illegal activity at abandoned property (1621 Pohaku St. Honolulu, HI 96819) – [0:17:40]: Unfortunately, both the Honolulu Police Department and the City’s Stored Property Ordinance team are not able to go onto the property due to the property being privately owned. Several neighbors that the HPD spoke to were encouraged to call 911 when suspicious individuals and activity are observed at the residence. The HPD has also contacted the Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) about the residence and the squatters that inhabit the garage area. The DPP is aware of the residence and is currently working on a solution to properly address the activity at the residence.
o Status of installation of “no parking” sign on makai end of Mamalu Drive – [0:18:30]: The installation and replacement of the “No Parking Anytime” (NPAT) signs will be completed under (Paint & Sign Work Order [PSWO] 35147) issued to the Department of Facility Maintenance (DFM). For updates regarding PSWO 35147, please contact the DFM at 808-768 8321 or 808-768-8322.
o Status of no parking sign outside of 518 N. Judd St. reinstalment – [0:18:50]: DFM initiated Service Request No. 61088 for the request to replace the No Parking sign and post near 518 N. Judd Street.
o Install Painted Crowsswalk at Nuuanu Ave./Bate St. – [0:19:00]: The Department of Design and Construction (DDC) shared these improvements are planned to be included in a future Rehabilitation of Streets project, which is pending the availability of funds. Until these improvements have been installed, re-striping of a marked crosswalk on Nu‘uanu Avenue at Bates Street is not recommended.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [0:19:37]
Hearing no objections, Chair Fong took the agenda out of order, to hear Section II.B HPD at this time.
II. GOVERNMENT AGENCIES FORUM [0:35:35]
Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – [0:35:35]: Lieutenant Yamashita provided the report and highlighted the following: crime statistics for January 2025; details on the sex assault reported last month. Follow-up responses were provided for questions raised at last month’s meeting on the following: weapon cases in January 2025; suspected burglary case in Alewa; loud noise complaints in Lanakila Park; and safety concern for the Alii St./Alewa Dr./Ilima Dr. intersection. There will be a “Coffee with a Cop” community social on Friday, February 28, 2025 at the McDonald’s located in Waiakamilo Shopping Center (1414 Dillingham Blvd.) from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [0:39:38]
Hearing no objections, Chair Fong took the agenda out of order, to hear Section VII.B at this time.
VIII. PRESENTATIONS – [0:41:13]
Reasons for Increase in Sewer Charges – [0:41:13]: Roger Babcock (Director of City Department of Environmental Services) presented information on the proposed adjustments for sewer fees that are required for wastewater operations and maintenance (O&M) and the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The CIP includes many other projects to repair and upgrade facilities to meet regulatory requirements and to continue preparing the island’s critical infrastructure for climate change/sea level rise. The sewer utility function is under ENV jurisdiction and is completely funded by sewer fees. ENV’s efficient spending allowed the island to keep sewer fees unchanged since 2016. ENV will be adding a new program to help with affordability and equity called the Customer Assistance for Residential Environmental Services (CARES). Customers can qualify based on their area median income, and will be eligible for a $20 to $25 credit on their monthly fixed fee.
• Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F6adVkBr6NjFXjdd-w1zaC4Lzz5qYtjV/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [0:56:04]
VIII. ELECTED OFFICIALS AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES [0:14:40]
Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam (Council District 6) – [1:03:28]: Lynn Robinson provided the report and highlighted the following: monthly newsletter for February 2025. A follow-up response was provided on the concern listed below:
Status of painting crosswalk at Nu’uanu Ave./Bate St. – [1:05:00]: Lynn Robinson addressed the challenges with the pending request for a painted crosswalk at Nuʻuanu Ave./Bate St. The office received the same response on this issue that the mayor’s representative provided in his report.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [1:07:30]
Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam (Council District 6) – Continued – [1:12:50]: Lynn Robinson continued her report and provided a follow-up on the safety concern on Kapalama Ave./Hala Dr. intersection.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yIRZZSncHY3G1pg7nYQN111yt6gYpPHi/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [1:14:30]
Senator Karl Rhoads (Senate District 13) – [1:14:36]: Sara Thorn provided the report and highlighted the following: a new COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for use; Hawaii Dept. of Transportation will be receiving $1.6 million in discretionary grant funding to explore the feasibility of constructing a Cap Park over H-1 Freeway, between Liliha Street and Queen Emma Street; there were two active sites of Little Fire Ants that were detected near the Oahu Country Club back in May and June 2024; the public can still request for a free Ant Identification Collection Kit online at: https://stoptheant.org/; and provided a follow-up response on a question raised at last month’s meeting.
• For questions or concerns contact the office at: 808-586-6130 or email at: senrhoads@capitol.hawaii.gov
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [1:18:38]
Senator Donna Mercado Kim (Senate District 14) – [1:18:51]: Kathy Nii provided the report and highlighted the following: monthly newsletter for February 2025; Senator Kim attended the townhall meeting hosted by Representative Takenouchi on traffic on Tuesday, January 28, 2028; and Senator Kim sends her thanks to everyone who completed her survey.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fr9xIAK-CbCLO2HDRPQ2hGwayq7PD83i/view?usp=drive_link
Representative Jenna Takenouchi (State House District 27) – [1:19:40]: Kelton Cheney provided follow-up responses for concerns raised at last month’s meeting on the following: continuing to monitor Liliuokalani Botanical Garden homeless encampment; trash truck bins blocking bus stops; and cleaning request for Nuʻuanu Stream Bridge near Bate St. The Hawaii State Judiciaryʻs Committee on Equity and Access to the Courts (CEAC) announced registration is open for new state interpreters. The Hawaii State Department of Land and Natural Resources Divison of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) announced there 2024-2025 Hawaii Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird Stamp Art Contest is now open and entries will be accepted through Saturday, April 5, 2025.
• For more information on how to become a registered court interpreter, please visit: https://www.courts.state.hi.us/services/court_interpreting/becoming_a_court_interpreter
• For more information on the art contest, please visit: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/blog/2025/02/05/nr25-14/
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [1:23:20]
Status of Hale Kipa/State Youth Kauhale in Kuakini area – [1:27:10]: Member Mitsuda provided an introduction. Venus Rosete-Medeiros (CEO of Hale Kipa) introduced herself and various team members. Hale Kipa serves young people from the ages of 18 to 24 years old. Hale Kipa provides a range of programs and services for youth and has various housing services. The project is being funded through the stateʻs governorʻs initiative. Kauhale ʻOpio will be their newest housing offered in Kuakini area.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [1:34:30]
Representative Daniel Holt (State House District 28) – [1:36:10]: No representative present.
Representative Ikaika Hussey (State House District 29) – [1:36:14]: Representative Ikaika Hussey provided the report and highlighted the following: upcoming lane closures on the H1 freeway; calendar updates of the State legislative session; and plans to hold a community meeting to discuss federal budget cuts that will impact District 29.
• For further details on the community meeting, please email: rephussey@capitol.hawaii.gov
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [1:39:32]
Member Pang arrived at 8:43 p.m.; nine (9) members present.
Governor Josh Green’s Representative – [1:44:00]: No representative present.
Congressman Ed Case (Hawaii 1st Congressional District) – [1:44:07]: No representative present.
IX. APPROVAL OF MINUTES [1:44:13]
Approval of Monday, January 13, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes – [1:44:13]: [1:44:19] – Mitsuda MOVED and Cantrill SECONDED to approve the January 2025 regular meeting minutes as written. Hearing no objections, the motion was ADOPTED; 9-0-0 (Aye: Higa, Kaapu, Mitsuda, Naauao-Ota, Pang, Yamamoto, Nitta, Cantrill, Fong; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [1:44:41]
X. COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS [1:44:43]
Maluhia – [1:44:43]: No report.
St. Francis – [1:44:47]: No report.
Lanakila Multi-Purpose Senior Center – [1:44:51]: Member Kaapu provided the report and highlighted the following: “Show & Sell” Event will be on Saturday, February 21, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. at the Lanakila Senior Multi-Purpose Center; Tina Andrade is Catholic Charities Hawaii’s new President/CEO; pickleball classes are now being offered.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Fm4-_M5DkyWxrdDhLx6MxPGhqwHm-Bbh/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed. [1:46:46]
Friends of Liliha Library – [1:47:18]: No report.
Other Non-Profit Organizations – [1:47:57]: Bixby Ho (Chair/CEO of Hawaii Cyber Lions Club and Chair of the 2025 Alzheimer’s Association of Hawaii Walk) shared information on two events. The Hawaii Lions Club will be hosting the “2025 Lion’s Day in the Park” Event to celebrate community service on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The family friendly event is free to enter and there will live entertainment, keiki activities, food vendors, crafts, informational booths, and more. The event will be located at the Frank F. Fasi Civic Center Grounds from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The second event he mentioned was in regards to the “2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s” on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Ala Moana Regional Park -Magic Island that will start at 8:00 a.m.
• For more information on the “2025 Lion’s Day in the Park” event, please visit: https://www.hawaiilions.org/
• For more information on the “2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s” event, please visit: https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2025/HI-Aloha?fr_id=18542&pg=entry
XI. ANNOUNCEMENTS [1:50:05]
Candidate registration for 2025 Neighborhood Board Election – [1:05:09]: Chair Fong reminder everyone to register.
• For more information, visit: https://web5.hnl.info/nbe/starter or contact NCO office at NCO@honolulu.gov or call (808)768-3710.
Next Regular Meeting: The next regular Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 10, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in Maʻemaʻe Elementary School Cafeteria.
ʻŌlelo Broadcasts: Videotaping of the board meetings are broadcast on ʻŌlelo 49 on the 1st Saturday at 9:00 p.m. and 2nd and 4th Thursday at 2:00 p.m.
• The full schedule is at: https://olelo.org/tv-schedule/
• Recordings may also be viewed at: https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/olelo-broadcast-schedule/
XII. ADJOURNMENT [1:50:26]
[1:50:29] – Kaapu MOVED and Naauoa-Ota SECONDED to adjourn the meeting. Hearing no objections, the motion was ADOPTED; 9-0-0 (Aye: Higa, Kaapu, Mitsuda, Naauao-Ota, Pang, Yamamoto, Nitta, Cantrill, Fong; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [1:50:44]
Chair Fong adjourned the regular board meeting at 8:21 p.m.
Submitted by: Camilia Epa Gomes, Neighborhood Assistant, NCO
Reviewed by: Dylan Buck, Community Relations Specialist, NCO
Reviewed and finalized by: Chance Naauao-Ota, Secretary, Neighborhood Board No.14
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