City and County of Honolulu

When

April 16, 2025    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Where

Kapālama Hale Room 153
925 Dillingham Boulevard, Room 153, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96817
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KALIHI – PĀLAMA NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 15

 

 

 

 

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 2025
KAPĀLAMA HALE, 925 DILLINGHAM BOULEVARD, ROOM 277
AND VIRTUAL VIA WEBEX
7:00 P.M.

WebEx Link: https://cchnl.webex.com/cchnl/j.php?MTID=m6dc081b8be7948c1d402fd26b062d691
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Password: NB15 (6215 from phones and video systems)
Join by phone: +1-408-418-9388 United States Toll

Meeting Materials: Find a monthly archive of handouts and referenced materials concerning to Kalihi-Palāma Neighborhood Board No. 15 at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jZWmXmsk6bquFmxc5Ch_JqHL1wlHZrRL.

Recordings: Recordings of Board meetings can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/@NeighborhoodCommissionOffice

Rules of Speaking: Anyone wishing to speak is asked to click the “raise hand” icon, and when recognized by the Chair, to address comments to the Chair. Remarks should not exceed one minute-thirty seconds and one question per speaker, additional questions be posted in the chat or emailed to presenters. Please ensure your microphone is muted unless you are speaking. Please state your first and last name for the record before moving into your comments/question, etc. Written testimony may also be submitted via email using the contact information listed on the Neighborhood Commission Office website.

Purpose: The purpose of neighborhood boards and the neighborhood plan is to increase and assure effective citizen participation in the decisions of government.

Notes: The Board may take action on any agenda item. As required by the State Sunshine Law (Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) 92), specific issues not noted on this agenda cannot be voted on unless added to the agenda. A two-thirds (2/3) vote, nine (9) of this thirteen (13) member Board is needed to add an item to the agenda. Adding an item to the agenda, however, is not permitted if 1. The item to be added is of reasonably major importance and 2. Action on the item by the Board will affect a significant number of persons.

Determination of whether a specific matter may be added to an agenda must be done on a case-by-case basis. Please silence all electronic devices.

I. CALL TO ORDER: Chair Amanda Ybanez

II. CITY MONTHLY REPORTS: Three (3) minutes each
A. Honolulu Fire Department
B. Honolulu Police Department – District 1
C. Honolulu Police Department – District 5
D. Board of Water Supply – Iris Oda
E. Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) – Marissa Gonzales

III. PRESENTATION (Limited to maximum 10-Minute Presentation)
A. Kaylan Bubeloff: City and County of Honolulu/DTS/ Complete Streets. Providing updates on the Safe Streets for all Walkways Project.
B. McKinley High School Senior Project: Community Emergency Preparedness Presentation.
C. Jay Egusa/Kent Yang: City and County of Honolulu/DTS/Transportation and Mobility Division/Bus Service and Operations Branch.

IV. CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS: Three (3) minutes each
A. Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – Deputy Director Stephen Courtney, Department of Information Technology (DIT)
B. Councilmember Radiant Cordero
C. Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam

V. COMMUNITY UPDATES
A. U.S. Army Garrison Hawaiʻi Military Report – Selina Gentkowski

VI. STATE ELECTED OFFICIALS: Three (3) minutes each
A. Senator Karl Rhoads (District 13)
B. Senator Donna Mercado Kim (District 14)
C. Senator Glenn Wakai (District 15)
D. Representative Daniel Holt (House District 29)
E. Representative Shirley Templo (House District 30)
F. Governor Josh Green’s MD Representative – Dreana Kalili, Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT)

VII. RESIDENTS’ AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS: Three (3) Minutes each: Meeting participants may present their community concerns at this time. Note – Due to the State “Sunshine Law,” concerns not listed on the agenda may be presented, but no Board action can be taken. Items brought up may be placed on a future agenda for discussion/action.

VIII. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Three (3) minutes each
A. Safety: Chair Cullen, Irwin, Ybanez, Young, Mr. Cullen
B. Education: Co-Chairs Daga, Pintor, Farm
C. Health: Chair Pintor, Ybanez

IX. COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
A. If there are concerns about homeless individuals or groups in your neighborhood that need help, you can email HonoluluCORE@honolulu.gov or call the C.O.R.E. hotline at (808) 768-2673 to ask for assistance. This line is for non-emergencies only and calls will be returned as soon as possible.

X. BOARD BUSINESS
A. Filling of Vacancy: Two (2) At-Large Seats
B. NP §2-14-106 Three Absences Notice: Board Member Eric Irwin
C. Approval of Minutes: Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

XI. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Hawaii Public Housing Authority and SENECA, is requesting anyone that needs further clarification, and or had questions or concerns about the affordable housing move and or processes of such in Towers at Kuhio Park (KPT) from the March 2025 Neighborhood Board (NB) meeting, please attend our next NB meeting in May 2025.
B. The next Kalihi-Pālama Neighborhood Board No. 15 meeting is scheduled to be on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
C. City and County of Honolulu and Hawaiʻi Foodbank are Partnering to Fight Against Hunger: Neighborhood Assistant Zhoydell Magaoay will be collecting non-perishable goods at tonight’s meeting.
D. The Kalihi-Pālama Neighborhood Board No. 15 recordings can be seen on ʻŌlelo Channel 49 or at www.olelo.org/live at the following times: 1st Monday of each month at 9:00 p.m. and 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 11:00 a.m.

XII. 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; Telephone (808) 768-3710 Fax (808) 768-3711; or call Neighborhood Assistant Zhoydell Magaoay at (808) 768-4224 or e-mail zhoydell.magaoay@honolulu.gov. Agendas and minutes are also available on the internet at www.honolulu.gov/nco.

All written testimony must be received in the Neighborhood Commission Office 48 hours prior to the meeting. If within 48 hours, 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.

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
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2025
WEBEX VIDEO TELECONFERENCE AND KAPĀLAMA HALE

Video recording of this meeting can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtTlE9icroE
Reports and other meeting materials can be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jZWmXmsk6bquFmxc5Ch_JqHL1wlHZrRL

CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:07]: 7:00 p.m.

Chair Ybanez called the Kalihi-Pālama Neighborhood Board No. 15 meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Quorum was established with nine (9) members present when announcing agenda items that needed board member votes (Board members were required to have video capabilities on to establish quorum). Note: This 13-member Board requires seven (7) members to establish a quorum and to take official Board action.

Board Members Present: Evelyn Cullen, Diosa Mae, Ken Farm, Donald Guerrero, Cardenas Pintor (arrived at 7:06 p.m.), Delia Ulima, Alyn Vasquez-Dela Cerna, Lloyd Pohano, Amanda Ybanez, and Randall Jadulang.

Board Members Absent: Eric Irwin.

Guests: Firefighter D. Imanaka (Honolulu Fire Department); Sergeant Pedro Rodriguez – District 1, Lieutenant Creighton Hatico – District 5 (Honolulu Police Department); Iris Oda (Board of Water Supply – BWS); Deputy Stephen Courtney (Mayor Blangiardi’s Representative); Roy Miyahira (City Homeless Coordinator); Councilmember Radiant Cordero, Sheri Mimuro (Councilmember Radiant Cordero’s Office); Lynn Robinson (Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam’s office); Gabby Camacho (Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transit – HART); Tara Kaneshiro (Nan, Inc.); Patrick Watson (V. Coluccio Construction); Dreana Kalili (Governor Josh Green’s Representative); Payton (Senator Karl Rhoads’s Office); Senator Donna Mercado Kim, Crystal Castille (Senator Donna Mercado Kim’s Office); Representative Shirley Templo, Elizabeth Robinson (Representative Shirley Templo’s Office); Selina Gentkowski (U.S. Army Representative); Laura Pokipala, Lehua, MG, Ed, Ronald Higa, Thomas Beck, James Soong, Dale Crupa (Residents and Guests); Zhoydell Magaoay (Neighborhood Commission Office). Note: The names of any attendees who were not legible were not included. There were 45 total participants.

CITY MONTHLY REPORTS – [0:00:10]
Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – [0:00:27]: Firefighter D. Imanaka provided the report and highlighted the following: February 2025 Statistics: There were two (2) structure fires, one (1) wildland/brush fire, four (4) nuisance fires, five (5) activated alarms, 208 medical emergencies, three (3) motor vehicle collisions with pedestrian, eight (8) motor vehicle crashes/collisions, and one (1) hazardous materials incident. Firefighter Imanaka provided smoke alarms safety tips.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:01:26].

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) District 1 – [0:02:53]: Sergeant Rodriguez reported the February 2025 crime statistics, which can be found at https://www.honolulupd.org/.
February 2025 Statistics: There was one (1) motor vehicle theft, eight (8) thefts, four (4) Unauthorized Entries into Motor Vehicles (UEMV), five (5) assaults, one (1) graffiti case, and one (1) drug arrest. Sergeant Rodriguez announced that HPD District 1 will be out in force to ensure to ensure the safety of people that wish to attend any Kuhio Day festivities throughout the Chinatown area. Sergeant Rodriguez provided pedestrian safety tips. Sergeant Rodriguez reported that District 1 responded to several disturbances within the surrounding areas of Beretania Community Park and ʻAʻala Park which resulted in teh initiation of assaults, robberies, and violation of park rules.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:06:00].

Vice Chair Pintor arrived at 7:07 p.m. There were 10 members present.

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) District 5 – [0:08:57]: Lieutenant Hatico reported the February 2025 crime statistics, which may be found at https://www.honolulupd.org/.
February 2025 Statistics: There were five (5) aggravated assaults, 15 motor vehicle thefts, 10 burglaries, five (5) robberies, two (2) sex assaults, 18 simple assaults, 30 thefts, seven (7) Unauthorized Entries into Motor Vehicles (UEMV), and 2,934 calls for service. Lieutenant Hatico provided additional details on the sex assault on the 600 block of North King Street; robbery second at the Dole Cannery Costco area where a person was knocked down by a male and had his bag snatched; auto theft at the 500 block of Alakawa Street; robbery second in the 1400 block of Adelaide Street involving a juvenile; and the fire on Banyan Street. Lieutenant Hatico encouraged the public to be aware of people on wheelchairs when operating a vehicle.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:13:38].

Board of Water Supply (BWS) – [0:16:41]: Iris Oda provided the report which can be found at: BWS March 2025 Report. Oda announced that the BWS is hiring. To apply, visit www.boardofwatersupply.com/jobs or call (808) 748-5160.

Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transit (HART) – [0:17:52]: Gabby Camacho provided follow up responses to concerns raised at the previous meeting regarding notification of sidewalk closure on the mauka side of Kamehameha Highway. Camacho provided the report which can be found at: HART Newsletter March 2025. Camacho highlighted the progress of the Airport guideway and stations; City Center guideway and stations; Downtown and Dillingham utility relocations; and new HART Board member Jared Kawashima. Camacho announced that the HART Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for Friday, March 21, 2025, at 8:30 a.m., at Aliʻi Place, Suite 150 and also broadcasted live on Ōlelo TV. For more information, visit: HART Board of Directors Meeting Page. For current updates on HART’s Downtown Utilities Relocation (CCUR III) project information, please sign up for our Frank V. Coluccio Construction Company (FVCCC) weekly e-blast click on the link https://eepurl.com/h1g2W5. For any questions or concerns, contact info@honolulutransit.org or call the 24-Hour Project Hotline at (808) 566-2299.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:23:39].

BOARD BUSINESS – [0:34:15]
Filling of Vacancy: Two (2) At-Large Seats – [0:34:16]: There were no volunteers.

Approval of Minutes: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 – [0:34:55]: Diosa Mae MOVED and Jadulang SECONDED to adopt the Minutes as written. Hearing no objections, the Minutes were adopted.

Motion to support Senate Bill (SB) 65 SD2: RELATING TO HOUSING – [0:35:28]: [0:35:53] – Vasquez-Dela Cerna MOVED and Diosa Mae SECONDED to support Senate Bill (SB) 65: SD2, relating to Housing. Hearing no objections, the motion passed 10-0-0 [Aye: Cullen, Diosa Mae, Farm, Guerrero, Jadulang, Pinto, Pohano, Ulima, Vasquez-Dela Cerna, Ybanez; Nay: None; Abstain: None] – [0:35:55].

Motion to support SB 125 SD1: RELATING TO STATE ENTERPRISE ZONES – [0:36:02]: [0:36:24] – Vasquez-Dela Cerna MOVED and Diosa Mae SECONDED to support SB 125 SD1, relating to State Enterprise Zones. Hearing no discussions and no objections, the motion passed 10-0-0 [Aye: Cullen, Diosa Mae, Farm, Guerrero, Jadulang, Pinto, Pohano, Ulima, Vasquez-Dela Cerna, Ybanez; Nay: None; Abstain: None] – [0:36:43].

Motion to support SB 448 SD1: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE – [0:36:45]: [0:37:11] – Vasquez-Dela Cerna MOVED and Pintor SECONDED to support SB 448 SD1, relating to Agriculture. Discussions followed. Hearing no further discussions, the Board conducted a roll call vote; 6-1-2 [Aye: Diosa Mae, Guerrero, Jadulang, Pohano, Vasquez-Dela Cerna, Ybanez; Nay: Cullen; Abstain: Pintor, Ulima] – [0:41:03]. The motion was not adopted. Member Farm did not respond when his name was called for his vote.

Motion to support SB 1269 SD1: GEOTHERMAL RESOURCES – [0:41:08]: [0:41:43] – Vasquez-Dela Cerna MOVED and Pintor SECONDED to support SB 1269 SD1, relating to Geothermal Resources. Discussions followed. Hearing no further discussions, the Board conducted a roll call vote; 3-6-0 [Aye: Jadulang, Vasquez-Dela Cerna, Ybanez; Nay: Cullen, Diosa Mae, Guerrero, Pintor, Pohano, Ulima; Abstain: None] – [0:46:04]. The motion was not adopted. Member Farm did not respond when his name was called for his vote.

PRESENTATION – [0:46:45]
Chair Ybanez took a short recess at 7:48 p.m. to search for the presentation slides.
Chair Ybanez called the meeting back to order at 7:54 p.m.

Fire Prevention – Smoke Alarms – [0:54:43]: HFD Fire Inspector Carl Otsuka presented the importance of having a working smoke alarm. Otsuka recommended placing smoke alarms on every level of the home, in every bedroom, and in the hallway near every sleeping area. Otsuka suggested testing the smoke alarms monthly, changing the batteries annually, and replacing the unit after 10 years or when malfunction, and cleaning the unit with a vacuum, using the soft brush attachment. Otsuka noted the significance of creating an evacuation plan with multiple exit routes and a designated meeting location outside the home. Otsuka stated that closing the door isolates the fire and can drastically reduce losses. In the event of fire, call or text 911 first for any emergency, close all your doors before evacuating, having a “go bags” for family and pets, and ensure your address is clearly marked and easy to see. A copy of the presentation can be found at: HFD Close Doors Fire Safety – Smoke Alarm Presentation.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:06:19]. Questions and concerns were raised regarding installation of sprinklers, single wall homes safety, planning for wheelchair accessibility & elderly and evacuation.

RESIDENTS’ AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS – [1:17:07]
Homeless Solutions – [1:17:26]: Homeless Coordinator Roy Miyahira provided a brief introduction of himself and what his role as the City’s Homeless Coordinator. Miyahira noted that he has the skills for finding solutions for a crisis that have our citizens that have been displaced for many reasons, are struggling and need of our help. He believes that we are all stakeholders in our society and if people are in need to try to treat them as if they are our own. Miyahira will be on the agenda next month to discuss the current homeless crisis and solutions.

Homeless Concerns – [1:21:43]: Resident Dale Crupa noted that the last clean sweep in the Iwilei area was better as it eliminated all the encampments in the area, however they are coming back as there is one (1) tent by Sumner Street by Nimitz Highway. Crupa also noted that they will set their encampments in front of Ross and the men’s IHS. Crupa is requesting that HPD would conduct a clean sweep every 30 days, as the law allows to get the homeless encampments out as he has observed two spots where drugs are being sold out of their tents.

Speeding Cameras – [1:25:04]: James Soong announced that all the red-light cameras are now speed cameras and the fine is $250.00. Soong noted that the speed limit at the intersection of North School Street and Likelike Highway varies. Senator Kim noted the locations of all of the speeding cameras can be found on her newsletter.

Housing Relocation Concerns – [1:29:59]: Member Ulima and resident Lehua raised concerns regarding the relocation of Kuhio Homes residents and their dissatisfaction with the process. Ulima noted that the move has been occurring and residents feel that they have not been treated fairly or have received the information or help that they were promised by Michaels Development or the Hawaii Public Housing Authority (HPHA). Lehua noted that representatives from Michael’s Development, HPHA, or Seneca have not come to meet with the residents. The community is not being properly communicated with or included in decision-making processes. Tenants are facing health issues and displacement due to redevelopment plans and the current plans do not align with the needs and preferences of the tenants. Senator Kim provided some clarity to the relocation process and the meeting held by legislators, the developers, and HPHA.

CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS – [1:49:35]
Mayor Rick Blangiardi – [1:50:01]: Deputy Courtney provided the report which can be found on at Mayor Highlights March 2025. Deputy Courtney highlighted the City’s Wahi Pana art initiative, Kumu Ola Hou transitional housing shelter, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)’s updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps, and 2025 Neighborhood Board election. Deputy Courtney provided responses to concerns raised at the previous meeting and was available for questions.

Councilmember Radiant Cordero – [1:55:04]: Councilmember Cordero provided her report, which can be found at: Councilmember Cordero March 2025 Report. Councilmember Cordero announced that the Kapālama Town Hall Meeting will be on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., at Kalihi Kai Elementary School and Department of Environmental Services (ENV) Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at George Fred Wright Wahiawā District Park. Councilmember Cordero notd that the public appeal process and information regarding the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) can be found at: www.resilientoahu.org/GetFloodReady.

Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam – [1:59:01]: Lynn Robinson provided the report which can be found at: Councilmember Dos Santos-Tam March 2025 Report. Robinson announced that the Pacific Gateway Center and Refugee and Immigration Law Clinic has a free workshop assisting lawful permanent residents and non-citizen U.S. veterans with naturalization applications at the University of Hawaii Law School Clinic from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Call 808-956-0836 to make an appointment. Robinson also announced that KVIBE is hosting its annual Kalihi Ahupuaʻa Ride on Saturay, April 12, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Robinson noted that they have successfully shut down more illegal game rooms and ongoing investigations. To report illegal game rooms, call HPD Narcotics/Vice line at 808-723-3933. If you have questions and concerns for District 6, contact Lynn Robinson (808) 768-5045 l.robinson@honolulu.gov.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:01:36].

COMMUNITY UPDATES
U.S. Army Garrison Hawaiʻi Military Report – [2:03:11]: Selina Gentkowski announced that the next hiring fair will be on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at the Āliamanu Miltary Reservation Gym from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more information on the hiring fair, visit www.himwr.com. Selina Gentkowski provided the training advisory, which can be found at: U.S. Army Training Advisory March 2025. To report concerns related to noise or training, contact the U.S. Army Hawaii’s Community Concern Line at (808) 787-1528 or usag.hawaii.comrel@army.mil. Gentkowski announced the National Vietnam Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. on Kalākaua Avenue.

STATE ELECTED OFFICIALS – [2:04:49]
Senator Karl Rhoads – [2:05:02]: Payton provided the report, which can be found at: Senator Rhoads March 2025 Report. Payton highlighted new COVID-19 vaccine, reminder to get flu shots during flu season, test kits are available for anyone to test for Little Fire Ants on their property, and Senate Bill (SB) 405, relating to Neighborhood Board Meetings. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Senator Rhoads office at 808-586-6130 or email at senrhoads@capitol.hawaii.gov.

Senator Donna Mercado Kim – [2:06:41]: Senator Kim provided her report, which can be found at: Senator Kim March 2025 Report. Senator Kim highlighted SB 438 which bans the construction of hazardous waste facilities near or above significant aquifers and on high-quality farmland, red light and speeding cameras, and the pilot program to improve transportation safety and traffic congestion on Nimitz Highway.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:09:02].

Senator Glenn Wakai – [2:16:26]: There was no representative present. The report can be found at: Senator Wakai March 2025 Report.

Representative Daniel Holt – [2:16:34]: No representative present. No report was submitted.

Representative Shirley Templo – [2:16:39]: Representative Templo encouraged the public to attend the Kapālama Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., at Kalihi Kai Elementary School. Representative Templo noted that she is on three (3) committees – Economic Development, Tourism, and Finance. Representative Templo also noted that Board Member Vasquez-Dela Cerna was honored at the State Capitol for her Slipper Foundation 20th year in service. Representative Templo provided CIP plans to update the fire systems for Farrington High School, roof repairs for Kalihi-Kai Elementary School, and air-conditioning replacement for Kalihi Waena Elementary School.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:18:43].

Governor Josh Green’s Representative – [2:21:02]: Dreana Kalili provided the report which can be found at: Governor Green March 2025 Newsletter. Kalili highlighted Operation Hire Hawaiʻi, which is an initiative to expedite State hiring process, fast-tracking qualitfied candidates into job opportunities and the Young Brothers pilot project to alleviate the traffic congestion on Nimitz Highway and Auiki Street.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:22:02].

COMMITTEE REPORTS: Deferred to the next meeting.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS: If there are concerns about homeless individuals or groups in your neighborhood that need help, you can email HonoluluCORE@honolulu.gov or call the C.O.R.E. hotline at (808) 768-2673 to ask for assistance. This line is for non-emergencies only and calls will be returned as soon as possible.

ANNOUNCEMENTS – [2:24:36]
Next Meeting: Chair Ybanez announced that the next No.15 Kalihi-Pālama Neighborhood Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Kapālama Hale and via WebEx.

City and County of Honolulu and Hawaiʻi Foodbank are Partnering to Fight Against Hunger: Neighborhood Assistant Zhoydell Magaoay will be collecting donated canned goods at the next Neighborhood Board meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

ʻŌlelo / YouTube Recordings: The Kalihi-Pālama Neighborhood Board No. 15 recordings can be seen on ʻŌlelo Channel 49 or at www.olelo.org/live at the following times: 1st Monday of each month at 9:00 p.m. and 2nd and 4thThursday of each month at 11:00 a.m. Recordings of Board meetings can also be found at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1DZJTKor6TTNYiqx5U-P2w.

Archive: Find an archive of handouts and referenced materials concerning to No. 15 Kalihi-Pālama Neighborhood Board at: No. 15 Kalihi-Pālama Neighborhood Board Google Drive.

ADJOURNMENT – [2:15:10]: The meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.

Submitted by: Zhoydell Magaoay, Neighborhood Board Assistant, NCO
Reviewed by: Robert Whitsell, Deputy Director
Finalized by: Secretary Eric Irwin and Chair Amanda Ybanez

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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29 Mar
March 29, 2026    
6:18 am - 10:36 am
Ted Makalena Golf Course Golf Tournament HSGA Four-Ball 6:18 am to 10:36 am  
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March 30, 2026 - March 31, 2026    
All Day
Ted Makalena Golf Course Maintenance Day For Aeration 9-Holes Only
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March 30, 2026    
9:00 am
Event Detail: Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization POLICY BOARD MEETING To join virtually, see Agenda below or at in-person public video conferencing meeting location at:  OahuMPO [...]
30 Mar
March 30, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Pali Golf Course Golf Tournament OIA 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Budget Committee
March 31, 2026    
10:00 am
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31 Mar
March 31, 2026    
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
AGENDA WebEx Recording (password:  UdHKVJ7F) Board Materials Item I.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The regular minutes of the January 27, 2026 meeting to be approved by [...]
Housing, Homelessness & Parks Committee
March 31, 2026    
1:00 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Infrastructure, Transportation & Technology Committee
April 1, 2026    
9:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Waimānalo Library
April 1, 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 [...]
01 Apr
April 1, 2026    
1:00 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Zoning & Planning Committee
April 2, 2026    
9:00 am
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02 Apr
April 2, 2026    
12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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April 2, 2026    
1:00 pm
MEETING CANCELLED
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April 3, 2026    
All Day
Good Friday Holiday All City Municipal Golf Courses Will Be Observing A Holiday Schedule.  Weekend Rates Will Apply.
‘Ewa Complex Easter Bash
April 4, 2026    
9:00 am
🐇 ‘Ewa Complex Easter Bash - Asing Community Park - April 4 beginning 9 a.m. - Enjoy an egg hunt, ats & crafts, carnival games [...]
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April 6, 2026 - April 7, 2026    
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April 6, 2026    
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April 6, 2026    
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April 7, 2026    
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WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Waipahu Library
April 7, 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. [...]
07 Apr
April 7, 2026    
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
WAI‘ANAE COAST NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 24   **CANCELLATION NOTICE** The Waiʻanae Coast Neighborhood Board No. 24 April 2026 Meeting is Canceled Due to Severe Weather [...]
08 Apr
April 8, 2026    
7:00 am - 11:00 am
Ewa Villages Golf Tournament ILH 7:00 am to 11:00 am
08 Apr
April 8, 2026    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ARBORIST ADVISORY COMMITTEE City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation Wednesday, April 8, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.    Hybrid Option [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Pearl City Library
April 8, 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 [...]
09 Apr
April 9, 2026    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ocean Safety Commission Meeting Thursday, April 09, 2026 11:00am 530 S. King Street, 2nd Floor Multipurpose Room #205 Honolulu, Hawaiʻi 96813 Documents AGENDA
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Nānākuli Library
April 9, 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. [...]
FY26 - Liquor Commission Regular Meeting
April 9, 2026    
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Agenda Board Packet Synopsis Video Written Summary   PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND TESTIMONY: Public testimony may be accepted in writing or in person at the Honolulu [...]
10 Apr
April 10, 2026    
7:45 am - 4:30 pm
In response to ongoing severe weather conditions, our office will be closed today, April 10, 2026, and will reopen on Monday, April 13, 2026. https://www.honolulu.gov/mayor/city-closes-non-essential-offices-and-facilities-on-friday-in-response-to-severe-weather/
10 Apr
April 10, 2026    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Event Detail: Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING To join virtually, see Agenda below or at in-person public video conferencing meeting location at:  [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Kalihi-Pālama Library
April 10, 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. [...]
12 Apr
April 12, 2026    
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
WAI‘ANAE COAST NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 24     HOUSING / HOMELESSNESS COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. In-Person [...]
13 Apr
April 13, 2026    
6:00 am - 12:00 pm
Kahuku Golf Course Maintenance Day For Aeration Course Opens at 12:00 pm
13 Apr
April 13, 2026    
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
LILIHA - PU‘UNUI - ‘ĀLEWA - KAMEHAMEHA HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 14     REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026 at 6:30 P.M. MAʻEMAʻE [...]
13 Apr
April 13, 2026    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
WAIMĀNALO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 32   REGULAR MEETING AGENDA OF THE WAIMĀNALO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD #32 MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. IN PERSON Waimānalo [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Hiring Event for Graduating Seniors
April 14, 2026    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The next WorkHawaiʻi Hiring Event will be held at the Dole Cannery on April 14th, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m, with a special welcome to [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Wahiawā Library
April 14, 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. [...]
14 Apr
April 14, 2026    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
NORTH SHORE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 27     NORTH SHORE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD WATER & LAND COMMITTEE AGENDA TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026 WAIALUA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (WCA) [...]
15 Apr
April 15, 2026    
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Agenda Minutes Fire Chief's Report
City Council
April 15, 2026    
10:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
15 Apr
April 15, 2026    
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Honolulu Ethics Commission Meeting Date:         Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Time:         11:30 a.m. Location:   Kapālama Hale Conference Room 153 925 Dillingham Boulevard AND VIA Webex:      Official [...]
16 Apr
April 16, 2026    
12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
AGENDA
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Hawaiʻi State Library
April 16, 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. [...]
16 Apr
April 16, 2026    
2:30 pm
Agenda
17 Apr
April 17, 2026    
12:45 am - 4:30 am
See attached for agenda Agenda
17 Apr
April 17, 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 [...]
18 Apr
April 18, 2026 - April 19, 2026    
9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Ewa Villages Golf Tournament Oahu Junior Golf Association 9:30 am to 2:00 pm (Saturday and Sunday)
20 Apr
April 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 [...]
Board of Parks and Recreation Meeting
April 20, 2026    
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
BOARD OF PARKS AND RECREATION Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Board of Parks and Recreation will be held on Monday, April [...]
20 Apr
April 20, 2026    
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
WAHIAWĀ - WHITMORE VILLAGE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 26     **RECESS NOTICE** The Wahiawā-Whitmore Village Neighborhood Board No.26 will recess its regular meeting in April [...]
21 Apr
April 21, 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 [...]
WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - McCully-Mōʻiliʻili Library
April 21, 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. [...]
21 Apr
April 21, 2026    
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
KAILUA NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 31     COMMUNITY AND GOVERNMENT ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, April 21, 2026 5:30 to 6:30 pm In-person at the [...]
Civilian Résumé Writing Workshop
April 22, 2026    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
CLICK HERE to register for the Civilian Résumé Writing Workshop, presented by the State of Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Division. Learn how to optimize your résumé [...]
22 Apr
April 22, 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 [...]
22 Apr
April 22, 2026    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
NĀNĀKULI - MĀ‘ILI NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 36       NĀNĀKULI-MĀʻILI NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE AGENDA WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2026  NĀNĀKULI HAWAIʻI STATE LIBRARY [...]
FY26 - Liquor Commission Regular Meeting
April 23, 2026    
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Agenda Board Packet Synopsis Video Written Summary   PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND TESTIMONY: Public testimony may be accepted in writing or in person at the Honolulu [...]
23 Apr
April 23, 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 [...]
24 Apr
April 24, 2026    
All Day
Ala Wai Golf Course Shotgun Tournament American Public Works Association 12:30 pm - Close (Public Play Ends At 8:00 am)
24 Apr
April 24, 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
April 24, 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. [...]
27 Apr
April 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 [...]
27 Apr
April 27, 2026    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
MAKIKI-LOWER PUNCHBOWL-TANTALUS NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 10     NICE NEIGHBORHOODS COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Monday, April 27, 2026 from 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Hawaiʻi State Representative Kim [...]
27 Apr
April 27, 2026    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
MCCULLY - MŌ‘ILI‘ILI NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 8     To view agenda and minutes, visit our board website. Event shows physical location; however, other options of [...]
Budget Committee
April 28, 2026    
9:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
28 Apr
April 28, 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 [...]
Energy, Environment & Sustainability Committee
April 28, 2026    
1:00 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Infrastructure, Transportation & Technology Committee
April 29, 2026    
9:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
29 Apr
April 29, 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 [...]
International & Legal Affairs Committee
April 29, 2026    
1:00 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Zoning & Planning Committee
April 30, 2026    
9:00 am
AGENDA Meeting Materials  (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Public Safety & Economy Committee
April 30, 2026    
1:00 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
Government Efficiency & Customer Services Committee
April 30, 2026    
2:30 pm
AGENDA Meeting Materials (Available 48 hours before each meeting.  Check back periodically for additional submissions)
98th Lei Day Celebration!
May 1, 2026    
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Enjoy the beauty and grace of the international symbol of aloha at the 98th Annual Lei Day Celebration! The festivities are scheduled from 9 a.m. [...]
01 May
May 1, 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 [...]
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08 Apr
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09 Apr
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10 Apr
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13 Apr
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13 Apr
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WorkHawaiʻi Hiring Event for Graduating Seniors
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
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WorkHawaiʻi Satellite Services - Wahiawā Library
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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14 Apr
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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15 Apr
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
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City Council
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15 Apr
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
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16 Apr
2:30 pm
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Civilian Résumé Writing Workshop
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