ĀLIAMANU – SALT LAKE – FOSTER VILLAGE – AIRPORT NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 18

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, MAY 08, 2025 at 6:30 P.M.
NATIONAL GUARD ASSOCIATION
891 VALKENBURGH STREET, HONOLULU, HI 96818
(IN-PERSON ONLY / NO WEBEX)

Quorum Requirement: This nine (9)-member Board requires five (5) members to establish quorum and to take official Board action.
Rules of Speaking: Anyone wishing to speak is asked to raise their hand, and when recognized by the Chair, to address comments to the Chair. Speakers are encouraged to keep their comments under One (1) minute; those giving reports are encouraged to summarize remarks under Three (3) minutes.
Please Kōkua: Silence all electronic devices.
Note: The Board may take action on any agenda item. As required by the State Sunshine Law (HRS 92), specific issues not noted on this agenda cannot be voted on, unless added to the agenda.
Oral Testimony Rules: Board Members must keep comments under One (1) minute per turn. Board Members may not speak a second time until all other members were given a chance to speak. At the conclusion of the Board comment period, audience will be given the opportunity to comment.
1. CALL TO ORDER
A. Chair-Welcome
B. National Anthem / Hawai’i Ponoʻi
C. Roll Call of Board Members – Establish quorum

2. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS
A. Honolulu Fire Department
B. Honolulu Police Department: District 3 – (Foster Village)
C. Honolulu Police Department District 5 – (Salt Lake-Aliamanu)

3. NB #18 COMMUNITY WARRIOR(S) OF THE MONTH
A. Patti Igawa (April 2025 Award Certificate Presentation Only)
B. State Representative Linda Ichiyama & City Council Radiant Cordero (May 2025 Awardees)

4. COMMUNITY EVENTS, UPDATES, & CONCERNS
A. Salt Lake Waterway Community Cleansing Update (Genki Balls)
B. Events/Concerns

5. COMMUNITY UPDATES
A. Aloha Stadium
B. Military
C. Board of Water Supply

6. CITY ELECTED GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS
A. Mayor Rick Blangiardi
B. Councilmember Radiant Cordero

7. STATE ELECTED GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS
A. Governor Josh Green
B. Senator Glenn Wakai
C. House Representative Linda Ichiyama
D. House Representative Garner Shimizu

8. PRESENTATIONS
A. CITY-DTS: Proposed Bus Service Changes for Opening of the 2nd Phase of Skyline
B. CITY-DFM: Drainage Engineer Thomas Takeuchi- Salt Lake Waterway Inspections

9. BOARD ACTION
A. Resolution: Super Dog Park at Keʻehi Lagoon Park
B. Three Absence Letter-Board Member Baird
C. Three Absence Letter-Board Member Ogawa

10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of the April 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes.

11. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. The next Āliamanu/Salt Lake/Foster Village/Airport Neighborhood Board No.18 regular meeting will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2025, 6:30 p.m.at the National Guard Association Building (891 Valkenburgh Street).
B. No meeting in June/2025. Board Recess.
C. Videotaped Board meetings are aired on `Olelo Channel 49 on the 4th Saturday of the month at 9:00 p.m.; and the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 7:00 a.m. Recordings of Board meetings can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/@NeighborhoodCommissionOffice

12. BOARD COMMUNITY TEAM- ASSIGNMENTS / REPORTS
A. Transportation / Construction- BAIRD
B. Homeless / Aloha Stadium- FUJIKURA
C. Health Services / Environment- KANEMARU
D. Legislation / Rail (Sky Line/The Bus)- OMURA
E. Parks & Recreation / Military- HIND
F. Oahu Metro Planning Org./ NB System- GAUER
G. Senior Citizens (Kupuna) / Children (Keiki)- IGAWA
H. Education /Schools- GODFREY
I. Public Safety-First Responders YOMES

13. 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 e-mailing nco@honolulu.gov. Agenda documents and minutes are also available online 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, HI 96817, fax (808) 768-3711, or 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 MINUTES
THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2025
NATIONAL GUARD ASSOCIATION, 891 VALKENBURGH STREET

Video recording of this meeting can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NK_Rc1Jd3c

Meeting materials can be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1aP4kVkP-EpQeEBwveD_Znew0Memb9wP5

CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:24]: Chair Yomes called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Quorum was established with six (6) members present. Note: This nine (9)-member Board requires five (5) members to establish a quorum and to take official Board action. Vice Chair Hind sang the Hawaiʻi Ponoʻī.

Board Members Present – David Yomes, Chandra Kanemaru, Nicole Hind, James Gauer, Lorene Godfrey, and Joseph Omura.

Board Members Absent – Larry Baird, Douglas Fujikura, and Patti Igawa.
Guests – Firefighter Lane Saito (Honolulu Fire Department – HFD); Lieutenant Keoni Hong – District 3; Lieutenant Creighton Hatico – District 5 (Honolulu Police Department-HPD); Deputy Director Daniel Brieck (Environmental Services – ENV); Jimmy Yanos (Board of Water Supply – BWS); Councilmember Radiant Cordero; Shanda Delos Reyes (Representative Linda Ichiyama’s Office); Cole Galloway (Representative Garner Shimizu’s Office); Galen Wong (State Department of Transportation – Highway Division); Lieutenant Colonel Donald Pratt (U.S. Army Garrison); Chuck Anthony (Navy/NAVFAC); JoAnna Delfin (Navy Closure Task Force – Red Hill); Chris Kinimaka, Chris Sadayasu (Stadium Authority); Jeff Ramsey (Crawford Architect); Sungalina Lee (Assets School), Lance Hirai, Ryan Ringuette (G70 Design), Isaac Quintana (Residents, Guests); Zhoydell Magaoay (Neighborhood Commission Office NCO). Note: The names of any attendees who were not legible were not included. There were 29 total participants.

PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS – [0:02:20]:
Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – [0:02:33]: Firefighter Lane Saito reported the following:
March 2025 Statistics: There were two (2) activated alarms (no fire), 69 medical emergencies, and three (3) motor vehicle crashes/collisions. Firefighter Saito provided evacuation planning tips. A copy of the report can be found at: HFD April 2025 Report. Should you have questions, email the HFD’s Public Affairs & Media Liaison at HFDDNHB@honolulu.gov.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:03:36].

Chair Yomes requested HPD to focus on electric bicycles.
HPD District 5 – [0:05:21]: Lieutenant Hatico provided information regarding the legislation that passed to address the issues with electronic bicycles and enforcement efforts. More information can be found at: Electric Bicycle Laws and Safety Tips.

HPD District 3 – [0:05:21]: Lieutenant Hong reported 26 citations issued for electric bike type violations for the period of March 23, 2025 through March 29, 2025, which included seven (7) no helmets under 18-years-old, one (1) for wheelies prohibited, three (3) electric bikes under 15-years-old, three (3) no vehicle tax, two (2) no license plate citations, (1) one no insurance card on person, three (3) no safety inspections, two (2) driving without a valid driver’s license, two (2) no helmets under 16-year-olds, and two (2) no motorcycle liability insurance citations. A copy of the reported incidents can be found at: HPD District 3 April 2025 Report.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:11:02].

NB #18 COMMUNITY WARRIOR(S) OF THE MONTH – [0:15:15]: Chair Yomes briefly described the award for Board Member Patti Igawa, which recognizes outstanding community service. Board Member Igawa was not present to accept the award. The Board will present her certificate at the next meeting.

COMMUNITY UPDATES – [0:16:52]:
Aloha Stadium – [0:17:12]: Chris Kinimaka noted the execution of the pre-development agreement, which allows Aloha Hālawa District Partners to do their soil testing, environmental testing, look at the existing structure, and get ready to do the designs for the Stadium. Kinimaka noted that the demolition of the Stadium will start at the end of summer. Kinimaka provided updates on legislative bills supporting the Aloha Stadium. A copy of the newsletter can be found at: New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District April 2025 Newsletter. Chris Sadayasu provided updates on events at the Stadium, such as the gun buyback, Foodbank donations, and the swap meet relocation to the upper Hālawa parking lot.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:21:31]

U.S. Army Garrison – [0:22:50]: Lieutenant Colonel Pratt announced that the next hiring fair will be on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the Āliamanu Military Reservation Gym from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For more information on the hiring fair, visit www.himwr.com. The Community Advisory can be found at: U.S. Army Noise Advisory April 2025 and the Prescribed Burn Advisory at: Prescribed Burn Advisory April 2025.

Naval Facilities (NAVFAC) – [0:23:59]: Chuck Anthony noted that the Navy put out a Draft Environmental Assessment for Red Hill Water Treatment, which will allow the operation of a new water treatment facility, to reconnect water from the Navyʻs Red Hill Shaft back to the Joint Base Hickam drinking water system. The deadline for public comments is on Sunday, April 20, 2025. Anthony announced that the next Navy Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Oʻahu Veterans Center. Anthony also announced that the Hawaiʻi Air National Guard will conduct the Sentry Aloha readiness exercise from Tuesday, April 8, 2025, to Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:29:10].

Navy Closure Task Force – Red Hill (NCTF-RH) – [31:18]: JoAnna Delfin provided a few updates from the NCTF-RH/ Delfin noted that the Navy completed degassing operations at Tank-Three and started degassing operations at Tank-Four. Delfin also pointed out that all air quality monitoring stations in and around Red Hill are operational, and hourly updates are available for the public via a mobile app, or daily updates are available on the website. A copy of the NCTF-RH newsletter is available at: Red Hill Highlights April 2025 Newsletter. Delfin announced that the NCTF-RH will host a webinar focused on the Navy ʻAiea – Hālawa Shaft Reactivation Plan on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Delfin responded to questions that were raised at the previous meeting.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:33:21].

Board of Water Supply (BWS) – [0:36:04]: Yanos provided the report, which can be found in the BWS April 2025 Report. Yanos reported four (4) main breaks for the month of March 2025. Yanos announced the BWS Detect-A-Leak Week campaign from Sunday, April 13, 2025, through Saturday, April 19. 2025. More information can be found at: Detect-A-Leak-Week Events Flyer.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed—[0:40:43]. These questions concern the BWS tracker for predicting main breaks and the criteria for prioritizing which water lines get replaced as part of the BWS water pipe replacement projects.

COMMUNITY EVENTS & CONCERNS – [0:43:07]:
Easter Events – [0:43:22]: Member Omura asked if there are upcoming community events, including an Easter event at the shopping center.

Whiskey & Cigar Event – [0:44:07]: Chair Yomes announced that Moanalua Gardens will host a Whiskey & Cigar event called Smoked on Saturday, May 24, 2025.

Waterway Clean Up – [0:46:38]: Secretary Kanemaru noted that the Waterway cleanup in March and Genki Ball toss was successful, with plans for another event in July 2025.

CITY ELECTED GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS – [0:49:43]:
City Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – [0:49:46]: No Representative was present. Chair Yomes read the Mayorʻs Report, which can be found at: Mayorʻs Report April 2025. The Mayor’s Newsletter can be found at: Mayor’s Highlights April 2025.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:53:03].
Intersection Project Update – [0:53:09]: Member Omura is requesting an update on what is happening with the intersection of Ala Ilima Street and Ala Lilikoi Street. He is also asking the city to provide a timetable for the project.

Crosswalk Request – [0:53:21]: Member Omura is requesting that the City place a crosswalk at the intersection of Ala Lilikoi Street and Ala Ilima Street. Vehicles are turning right onto Ala Ilima Street from Ala Lilikoi Street. Member Omura noted that the location does not have a crosswalk, and cars are recklessly speeding on that turn.

Crosswalk Striping – [0:53:31]: Member Omura is requesting the crosswalk striping on Salt Lake Boulevard and Ala Lilikoi Street.

Salt Lake Boulevard Widening Project – [0:53:38]: The Board is requesting a representative from the Department of Design and Construction to give an update on the Salt Lake Boulevard widening project. Member Omura noted it has been a while since a representative provided updates on the project.

Councilmember Radiant Cordero – [0:54:22]: Councilmember Cordero provided updates on community concerns previously requested. Councilmember Cordero provided her report, which can be found at: Councilmember Cordero April 2025 Report. Councilmember Cordero highlighted the Pearl Harbor bike path cleanup on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at various locations along the path, community workshops for the Climate Action Plan Update, Summer Fun employment opportunities, and security cameras at Salt Lake District Park.

STATE ELECTED GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS – [1:03:10]:
State Governor Josh Green’s Representative – [1:03:10]: No representative was present. The Governor’s Newsletter can be found at: Ke Ala Hou Newsletter April 2025.

State Senator Glenn Wakai [1:03:17]: There was no representative present. There was no report submitted.

State House Representative Linda Ichiyama – [1:03:41]: Shanda Delos Reyes provided the report, which can be found in Representative Ichiyama’s April 2025 Report. Delos Reyes noted that the second crossover and disagreement deadline is April 10, 2025. Delos Reyes covered the legislative process and the House leadership’s priorities.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:06:33].

State House Representative Garner Shimizu – [1:12:13]: No representative was present when Chair Yomes called for the report. The report can be found at: Representative Shimizu April 2025 Report.

PRESENTATIONS – [1:39:04]:
Sewer Fee Increase – [1:12:43]: Deputy Director Brieck shared information on the Department of Environmental Services’ (ENV) plans to adjust its sewer fees, found at: ENV Proposed Sewer Fee Increase. Deputy Director Brieck provided an overview of the ENV services and the reasons for the fee increase, which will allow ENV to continue providing safe and reliable sewer services, replace aging infrastructure, and upgrade and modernize technology for improved performance and efficiency, to name a few. Deputy Director Brieck discussed the fee structure.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [1:18:41]. Questions were raised regarding the rationale for the fee increase and whether the wastewater treatment facilities use ultraviolet (UV) treatment systems.

Assets School – Phase 2 Project Update – [1:24:26]: Ryan Ringuette and Lance Hirai presented the Phase 2 project on the campus of Assets School, which can be found at: Assets School Phase 2 Project Update. Hirai noted that there are no plans to change how parents pick up and drop off their kids during the construction. Hirai also said that the K-4 village was completed back in 2021. Phase 2 is part of the proposed master plan for the school. The project will include remodeling the music and performing building, maker space, visual arts building, and the library.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:29:12].

BOARD ACTION – [1:30:03]:
Three Absence Letter – Board Member Baird – [1:30:06]: Member Baird did not attend the meeting. Chair Yomes deferred this item to the next meeting.

Resolution Relating to Keiki Playground & Kupuna Fitness Workout Station at the Howard Shima Likini Street Mini Park – [1:30:12]: Chair Yomes read the Resolution, recommending the City install playground equipment for the keiki and exercise equipment for the kupuna at the Howard Shima Likini Street Mini-Park. A copy of the Resolution can be found at: Resolution Regarding Public Parks Activity for Keiki & Kupuna.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:35:49]. [1:39:19] – Vice Chair Hind MOVED and Secretary Kanemaru SECONDED to adopt the Resolution as stated. Hearing no further discussions, the Board conducted a voice vote. Hearing no objections, the Resolution was adopted; 6-0-0 [Aye: Gauer, Godfrey, Hind, Kanemaru, Omura, Yomes; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [1:39:47].

APPROVAL OF MINUTES – [1:40:29]:
Approval of March 13, 2025, regular meeting minutes – [1:40:31]: [1:40:44] – Vice Chair Hind MOVED and Secretary Kanemaru SECONDED to adopt the Minutes as written. Hearing no corrections, the Minutes were adopted as written – [1:40:56].

ANNOUNCEMENT – [1:41:06]: The next Āliamanu/Salt Lake/Foster Village/Airport Neighborhood Board No. 18 regular meeting will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the National Guard Association, 891 Valkenburgh Street.

Videotaped Board meetings are aired on Olelo Channel 49 on the fourth Saturday of the month at 9:00 p.m. and the second and fourth Fridays at 7:00 a.m. Recordings of Board meetings can be found at http://www.youtube.com/@NeighborhoodCommissionOffice.

The City and County of Honolulu and Hawaiʻi Foodbank are partnering to fight against hunger: Neighborhood Assistant Zhoydell Magaoay will be collecting donated non-perishable and canned goods at the next Neighborhood Board meeting at tonight’s meeting.

BOARD COMMUNITY TEAM – ASSIGNMENTS / REPORTS – [1:43:07]:
Legislation / Rail (Sky Line/The Bus) – [1:43:09]: Committee Chair Omura announced that Phase 2 of the rail will open sometime in October 2025.

ADJOURNMENT: Chair Yomes adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m.

Submitted by: Zhoydell Magaoay, Neighborhood Assistant
Reviewed by: Dylan Whitsell, Deputy
Final Review by: Chair Yomes and Secretary Kanemaru

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