‘AIEA NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 20

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2026 AT 7:00 P.M.
‘AIEA PUBLIC LIBRARY – PROGRAM ROOM
99-374 POHAI PLACE, AIEA, HI 96701
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NOTE: The Board may take action on any agenda item. As required by the State Sunshine Law (HRS 92), no item can be added to an agenda if it is of reasonably major importance and the board’s action will affect a significant number of persons. At least two-thirds of the board’s total members (present or absent) must vote in favor of amending the agenda.

BOARD BOUNDARIES: https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/boards-and-sub-district-boundary-descriptions

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1. CALL TO ORDER – Chair Stephen Wood (sswood@gmail.com)

2. HONOLULU FIRE DEPARTMENT (HFD) (HFDNHB@honolulu.gov)

3. HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT (HPD) (https://www.honolulupd.org/contact-us)

4. FILLING OF ONE VACANT AT-LARGE SEAT: Interested residents must bring current proof of residency to the board meeting or contact Neighborhood Assistant Curtis Hayashi (curtis.hayashi@honolulu.gov) to verify residency before the meeting.

5. CITY REPORTS (Limited to 5 minutes each)
A. Board of Water Supply (BWS) – T. Burgo (https://www.boardofwatersupply.com/contact)
B. Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – Director of Design and Construction (DDC) Director H. Milles (https://www8.honolulu.gov/mayor/contact-the-mayor, https://www.honolulu.gov/mayor/newsletter-signup)
C. City Councilmember Radiant Cordero (https://www.honolulucitycouncil.org/district-7-cordero)
D. City Councilmember Val Okimoto (https://www.honolulucitycouncil.org/district-8-okimoto)

6. COMMUNITY REPORTS (Limited to 5 minutes each)
A. Hawai’i State Department of Health on child & adolescent mental health – K. Acquaro
B. Aiea Community Association (ACA) on community/development concerns and event/general announcements – C. Tamamoto (https://www.aieacommunity.org/contact-us)
C. Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) on HDOT projects/updates and roadway/traffic concerns (https://hidot.hawaii.gov/highways/safety-camera-systems) – C. Abe (casey.abe@hawaii.gov)
D. Pearlridge Center on tenant news, events, and property concerns – D. Cianelli (https://pearlridgeonline.com)
E. Stadium Authority on the New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District updates and events at Aloha Stadium –
C. Kinimaka, S. Spain (https://alohastadium.hawaii.gov/stadium-info/contact-us, https://nased.hawaii.gov)
F. Oʻahu Community Correctional Center (OCCC) on the New Oʻahu Jail updates – B. Mehnert, C. Gaydosh (AHL) (https://newoahujail.hawaii.gov, https://dcr.hawaii.gov/occc-future-plans/newsletters)
G. U.S. Navy/Department of Defense (DOD) on Navy Closure Task Force-Red Hill (NCTF-RH) updates and general announcements – J. Delfin, L. Robertson (https://cnrh.cnic.navy.mil/About/Regional-Directory)
H. Hawaiian Electric on community updates, power outages, and the proposed Waiau Repower project application (https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/about-us/our-vision-and-commitment/investing-in-the-future/waiau-repower)

7. FEDERAL & STATE OFFICIAL REPORTS (Limited to 3 minutes each)
A. U.S. Congressman Ed Case – (https://case.house.gov/contact)
B. Governor Josh Green’s Representative – Janelle Saneishi (https://governor.hawaii.gov/contact-us)
C. State Senator Glenn Wakai (District 15) (senwakai@capitol.hawaii.gov)
D. State Senator Brandon Elefante (District 16) (senelefante@capitol.hawaii.gov)
E. State House Representative Linda Ichiyama (District 31) (repichiyama@capitol.hawaii.gov)
F. State House Representative Garner Shimizu (District 32) (repshimizu@capitol.hawaii.gov)
G. State House Representative Sam Kong (District 33) (repkong@capitol.hawaii.gov)

8. COMMUNITY CONCERNS FROM RESIDENTS (Limited to 3 minutes each)
Questions for HFD, HPD, BWS, city officials, and state officials should be asked after their report. 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.

9. BOARD BUSINESS/PRESENTATIONS (Limited to 3 minutes each/Presentations limited to 10 minutes each)
A. Approval of Written Summary for Video Record: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
B. Presentation on Trees for Honolulu’s Future – D. Dinell
C. Discussion on Proposed Park Across from the ‘Aiea Public Library and Vote on the Resolution in Support of Ke Ola O ‘Aiea ‘Ohana Park – D. Dinell, C. Tamamoto
D. Requesting the Board to Create Permitted Interaction Group (PIG) on the Empty Homes Tax (https://oip.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/QR-Who-Bd-Members-Can-Talk-to-When-PART-3-2024-Final.pdf) – J. Conley
E. Presentation on Feral Pig Management – Z. Choi
F. Presentation on O‘ahu Pig Hunters Association – R. Kainoa
G. Presentation on Restricted Use Pesticides Program – E. Riechert
H. Appointment of Committee Members

10. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Next Meeting and Televised Rebroadcasts: The ‘Aiea Neighborhood Board No. 20 is scheduled to hold its next regular meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at ‘Aiea Public Library and online via Webex. Rebroadcasts are scheduled on ʻŌlelo channel 49 for every last Thursday at 6:00 p.m. An archive of past meetings can be found on https://olelo.org/olelonet by searching <Aiea>.

11. 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 http://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 send an email to nco@honolulu.gov as soon as possible, preferably at least three (3) business days before the scheduled meeting. If a request is received with fewer than three (3) business days remaining before the meeting, we will try to obtain the auxiliary aid/service or accommodation, but it may not be possible to fulfill requests received after this date.

DRAFT REGULAR MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2025 AT 7:00 P.M.
ʻAIEA PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAM ROOM – 99-374 PŌHAI PLACE, ‘Aiea, HI 96701
AND ONLINE VIA WEBEX

Meeting Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWmKMTuhz2Y&list=PLfqRwVpRrooni1cEfpP_TQn4yENpXT6YT

Meeting Materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1PYA1awPDNKw0d94SfFP4_-JAuhzIifUp

1. CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:02]: Chair Wood called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Neighborhood Assistant Hayashi conducted a roll call of board members. Quorum WAS established with 8 members present. This 15-member board requires 8 members to establish quorum and take official board action.

Members Present: Bernie Caalim, William “Bill” Clark (Treasurer), Jordan Conley, Caz Ferguson (joined at 7:02 p.m.), Ronald Fitch, Paul Glen, Lawrence Higa, Kathy Maeda, Russell Tsuji, and Stephen Wood (Chair).

Members Absent: Jane Anderson, Tracy Arakaki (Secretary), May Imamura-Uruu, and Richard Mizusawa (Vice Chair).

Guests: Fire Fighter Gabriel Charlton (Honolulu Fire Department); Tracy Burgo (Board of Water Supply); Department of Design and Construction Director Haku Milles (Mayor Blangiardi); Bekah Stinehour and Max Kalhammer (Department of Transportation Services); Mike Buck (Crisis Outreach Response and Engagement); Councilmember Radiant Cordero; Aaron Wilson (Councilmember Okimoto); Claire Tamamoto (‘Aiea Community Association); David Cianelli (Pearlridge Center); Chris Kinimaka (Stadium Authority); Chris Gaydosh (Architects Hawaiʻi Limited); OCCC Warden John Schell; Lydia Robertson and Joanna Delfin (U.S. Navy/Department of Defense); Janelle Saneishi (Governor Green); Senator Brandon Elefante and Janice Salcedo (Senator Elefante); Representative Garner Shimizu; Representative Sam Kong; Athletic Director David Lane (ʻAiea High School); Ross Isokane and Tara Sutton (Residents/Guests); Curtis Hayashi (Neighborhood Commission Office). Note: Name was not included if not legible or stated for the record. About 41 participants joined the meeting.

After his name was called, Member Fitch joined the meeting online via Webex at 7:00 p.m.; 9 members present.

2. HONOLULU FIRE DEPARTMENT (HFD) – [0:00:50]: Fire Fighter Charlton provided the October 2025 report. For more details on the incidents and related mapping information, please visit the Fire Response Search Tool on our HFD website at https://fire.honolulu.gov, under the News & Info tab. Should you have questions, please e-mail HFDNHB@honolulu.gov.
• Incident Details: Requests for an incident report for a specific incident may be made online at https://fire.honolulu.gov/requests-for-information. Recent incidents may still be under investigation.
• Homeless Encampment Concerns: If you suspect an illegal burn, call HFD to respond and extinguish the fire, and call 911 for possible legal enforcement. For concerns about homeless individuals or groups in your neighborhood that need help, contact the City and County of Honolulu’s Crisis Outreach Response and Engagement (C.O.R.E.) program via email at HonoluluCORE@honolulu.gov or call the C.O.R.E. hotline at (808) 768-2673 for assistance. This line is for non-emergencies only and calls will be returned as soon as possible.
• September 2025 Statistics: 0 structure fires; 3 wildland/brush fires; 6 nuisance fires; 0 cooking fires; 7 activated alarms (no fire); 105 medical emergencies; 2 motor vehicle collisions with pedestrians; 12 motor vehicle crashes/collisions; 0 mountain rescues; 0 ocean rescues; and 0 hazardous materials incidents.
• Safety Tip: With the holiday season just around the corner, consider fire-resistant, non-combustible decorations. Choose only Underwriter’s Laboratory-approved electrical decorations and follow manufacturer’s instructions for installation and load. Use lights that are in good repair. Always turn off lights before leaving your home or going to bed. Do not overload power strips, surge protectors, and extension cords. Never leave candles unattended. Secure lighters and matches out of reach from children.
• October 2025 Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GbJBUlByd6xqOcFy-_dc5y4b-F35cDLc/view
• November 2025 Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DbUZTu0hwWtRYpS6MLWjq5aaP3j3TddV/view

Member Ferguson joined the meeting at 7:02 p.m.; 10 members present.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:04:59]:
1. Electric Vehicle Fire Suppression: Member Higa asked about training for suppressing electric vehicle fires and whether HFD waits for the chemical reaction to complete. HFD responded that the main concern is passenger safety and removing patients from the vehicle. HFD addresses the fire with available resources and potentially involves the hazardous materials company. Electric vehicle fires take longer to extinguish due to thermal runaway in batteries. HFD focuses on protecting exposures around the vehicle.
2. Pedestrian Incident Near 76 Gas Station: Member Caalim asked about a pedestrian incident involving a vehicle near the 76 gas station construction site. HFD responded that information can be found on HFD’s website or by emailing HFD. Chair Wood noted concerns about construction impeding the pedestrian sidewalk area.
3. Home Battery Fires: Member Tsuji asked and raised concerns about home fires with solar panels and electric batteries. HFD responded that the batteries contain hundreds of cells and once one ignites, thermal runaway causes the fire to spread through all cells. The fire can continue burning even in water. HFD focuses on protecting exposures around the house because there is limited ability to extinguish electric battery fires.

3. HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT (HPD) – [0:12:00]: There was no representative. Chair Wood noted there were three outstanding questions from the previous month that HPD needed to address.

4. FILLING OF ONE VACANT AT-LARGE SEAT – [0:12:26]: Chair Wood opened the floor for volunteers and no residents expressed interest in filling the vacant at-large seat.

5. CITY REPORTS – [0:12:41]

Board of Water Supply (BWS) – [0:12:41]: Tracy Burgo reported seven main breaks in October 2025. When a main break occurs, BWS works quickly to reduce impact to customers, protect public safety, and restore service. For updates on main breaks (generally 4 inches or larger), visit www.boardofwatersupply.com/mainbreaks. Residents can also stay informed on Facebook and Nextdoor and sign up for HNL Alert (https://www.honolulu.gov/dem/hnl-alert) for larger or more impactful main breaks. Burgo responded to Member Higa’s inquiry about the Kalaeloa Seawater Desalination Facility (https://www.boardofwatersupply.com/desal).
• November 2025 Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rz4a8n_rFvZ-p0xVWWR5IQuBzeJW0Wbc/view
• Kalaeloa Desalination Plant: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QddnrGq3wFsAs1oLXdoee69fbHwtfweUS_T7QveHQBM/edit?tab=t.0

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:15:13]:
1. Desalination Plant Presentation Request: Member Higa asked if BWS could present on the cost and benefit of the desalination plant. Chair Wood suggested scheduling the presentation for January 2026. Member Higa raised concerns about the cost basis and claimed ratepayers would be paying six, seven, or eight times more per gallon of water from the desalination plant versus regular water from the aquifer.
2. Power Purchase Agreement for BWS: Member Higa asked if BWS could get a power purchase agreement to buy power at a cheaper rate similar to Hawaiian Electric. Hawaiian Electric pays only 8 to 12 cents per kilowatt hour under power purchase agreements while customers pay 40 cents per kilowatt hour. This dramatically increases the cost BWS pays to generate water, particularly for the desalination plant.
3. Contractor Vehicle Leaking Water: Member Tsuji reported that a BWS contractor parked a vehicle near the water tank at the top of Kaamilo Street and water was leaking the previous weekend.
4. Water Tower Contractor in Newtown: Member Ferguson asked why a BWS sign has been replaced with a contractor sign for Alpha Inc. at the water tank by Piki Street and Wilou Street. Residents would like to know what the contractor is doing and whether there should be public notice posted on the fence.

Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – [0:21:29]: Department of Design and Construction (DDC) Director Haku Milles provided the report. On Friday, November 28, 2025, the Royal Hawaiian Band’s Kalikimaka Ho’omau will take place at the Neil S. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 7:00 p.m. This non-ticketed event is free and open to the public. Doors to the Blaisdell Concert Hall will open at 6 p.m. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. The City will also illuminate Thomas Square park for concertgoers to enjoy before and after the performance. Honolulu City Lights begins the following evening, November 29, with the traditional tree-lighting ceremony at Honolulu Hale followed by the Public Workers’ Electric Light Parade down King Street. Director Milles responded to the following concerns from the previous meeting:
1. Sidewalk Status and Construction at 99-230 Moanalua Road: DPP stated that driveways for this project will be limited to right-in and right-out only. No left turns will be allowed. The frontage improvements for this project are ADA-compliant.
2. Catholic Charities Special Treatment Facility: After DPP verified permitting records, a building permit was not recently applied/obtained for a fence for 98-697 Keikialiʻi Street. If the fence does not exceed 6-ft in height in accordance with ROH § 18-3.1, it does not require a permit.
3. Skyline Column Concerns: DTS stated the condition of Columns 277 and 278 near Pearl Highlands Station is documented in the City’s biennial bridge inspection report and continues to be monitored for any changes in size or severity. Preventive sealing work is also in the works to protect against water intrusion.
4. Pearl Harbor Shuttles Connecting with Skyline: TheBus Route PH8 (Makalapa-Naval Shipyard) and Route 331 (Makalapa-Hickam) connect to Skyline along Radford Dr fronting Makalapa Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Station at Bus Stop #4872 (Makalapa Station). Routes PH1, PH2, PH3, PH4, and PH7 connect to Skyline along Kamehameha Hwy near Hālawa Aloha Stadium Station at Bus Stop #695 (Kamehameha Hwy + Opp Salt Lake Blvd). DTS met with Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) command to discuss bus service within JBPHH, but bus service to Ford Island was not requested or discussed. DTS is open to a discussion to allow military and private shuttles to serve passengers at Skyline stations.
5. Digital Payments on TheBus and Skyline: DTS is in the process of amending our HOLO contract to implement Open Payments. This will allow customers to tap their credit cards and use their mobile wallets if they have their credit card loaded for adult fares only. The target for implementation is March 2026.
6. Waimalu Neighborhood Park: HPD reported on various days between October 22 and 24, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., District 3 (‘Aiea/Pearl City/Waipahu) officers conducted checks at 98-375 Moanalua Road and did not observe any homeless individuals using the park restrooms, doing drugs, or damaging the property. HPD presence may have helped to deter violations. Please call 911 as this would result in a more expeditious response. DPR reached out to HPD for assistance in addressing illegal activity at Waimalu Neighborhood Park. If the public witnesses any illegal activity, they are encouraged to call 911. Additional funding is needed to hire a security company to lock the restrooms at night. When funding becomes available, DPR will add Waimalu to the list of parks to be locked at night.
• Mayor’s Newsletter: https://www.honolulu.gov/mayor/newsletter
• Sign Up for City and County of Honolulu Press Releases: www.honolulu.gov/mayor/newsletter-signup

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:28:38]:
1. Rail Project Design and Contractor Accountability: Member Higa asked why the city does not hold contractors accountable when there are design or contractor inadequacies with the rail project. Director Milles stated that when there are deficiencies in the design that create additional costs, the city does go after those costs. He noted it takes time when lawyers get involved to recoup funds, but it is more important to keep the project moving and legal battles happen afterwards to recoup funds. Member Higa expressed concern that nothing appears in the news about lawsuits against designers or contractors for inadequacies, yet the city always pays change orders.
2. Road Bump on Moanalua Freeway: Member Glen reported a distinct jarring bump for the past month or two where the asphalt changes to concrete when driving ewa (west) on the Moanalua Freeway and taking the Moanalua Road cutoff.
3. Designated Left Turn Lane Request: Member Maeda requested a designated left turn lane going up Kaʻahele Street to reduce risk of accidents when cars turn left into the Newtown Rec Center driveway. Director Milles stated DTS gets requests like this and often requires a study which takes time. He suggested using the HNL 311 app (https://web5.hnl.info/hnl311/home) and providing the ticket number for tracking.

City Council District 7: Councilmember Radiant Cordero – [0:33:59]: Councilmember Cordero provided highlights from her report. She thanked Director Milles and his department for their work on the civic grounds construction and moving the early education center to a new location in good timing. Residents should call HPD if they see any illegally parked vehicles. The deadline for grants and aids application is Monday, November 24, 2025. Councilmember Cordero invited everyone to Honolulu City Lights, especially now that it is extended to Thomas Square. She thanked David from Pearlridge Center for allowing her to join the Planet Fitness opening.
• Reports: https://www4.honolulu.gov/docushare/dsweb/View/Collection-15380
• Webpage: https://www.honolulucitycouncil.org/district-7-cordero

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:37:57]:
1. Property Tax Increase Rumors: Member Higa commented about hearing rumors about raising property taxes. He noted Hawaiʻi is one of the highest tax states in the nation and property taxes are based on property value. As property values have increased significantly over several years, property tax revenues have increased substantially. Councilmember Cordero stated that property taxes increases are not happening and there are no proposals to increase property taxes in Honolulu. Member Tsuji noted that real property taxes throughout the United States are used to pay for education but not in Hawaiʻi, so there is an abundance of cash flowing into the City and County from existing real property taxes. Director Milles noted there are many city services funded through property taxes and information is available on https://www.honolulu.gov about services and city budgets.

City Council District 8: Councilmember Val Okimoto – [0:41:23]: Aaron Wilson from Councilmember Okimoto’s office highlighted the property tax cuts for constituents throughout Oʻahu. Legislative highlights include: Resolution 25-305 requests DPP declare the previously approved conditional use permit minor for Kamananui agribusiness null and void or deny modifications; Bill 62 CD1 relates to amendments to bed and breakfast home and transient vacation unit standards and requirements; Bill 5 CD2 addresses farm animal control by adding a new article to chapter 12; Bill 55 establishes fees on developers to administer the multifamily rental housing program; Bill 63 amends requirements for low-income housing dedication and provides home exemption to those who rent out homes long-term; Bill 64 requires the mayor to submit a report on appropriations at the same time as budget documents. Councilmember Okimoto plans to attend the ʻAiea Christmas Parade and the Ken Suenaga Pearl City swimming pool dedication will be in early January 2026.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:43:35]:
1. Scam Prosecution Status: Member Higa asked about a statement at a community meeting that nobody has been prosecuted for committing scams or fraud against kupuna (seniors) in the state. Aaron stated he did not get that question as Pua is usually present. Aaron stated he would look into it and email Member Higa in the meantime.

6. FEDERAL & STATE OFFICIAL REPORTS – [0:45:20]

U.S. Congressman Ed Case – [0:45:22]: No representative was present.

Governor Josh Green’s Representative – [0:45:29]: Janelle Saneishi reported that Governor Green is traveling to Arizona for the Western Governor’s Association meeting. The Hawaiʻi relief program directed $100 million from the temporary assistance to needy families fund to help with housing and utility costs. A food assistance program filled in about $250 per SNAP recipient to bridge the gap during the shutdown. Governor Green directed $2 million to food banks statewide to maintain food distribution and appointed a 10-member advisory committee made up of Native Hawaiians for discussions over the state’s military leases and lease lands. The public can weigh in at https://engage.hawaii.gov. The Executive Office on Early Learning opened the state’s 100th public pre-kindergarten classroom at Maunawili Elementary School. The program provides keiki 3 to 4 years old with free preschool classrooms. Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke heads the program, which has tripled the number of classes since launching two years ago.
• Newsletter: https://governor.hawaii.gov/newsletter

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:48:24]:
1. Public Utilities Commission Chair and Oversight: Member Higa stated the chair of the PUC stepped down and 30% of skilled staff including 10 departures in the past six months have left the PUC. He asked if the PUC is an independent organization or if there is oversight by the governor regarding their decisions. Saneishi explained the PUC is an attached agency, part of DBED (Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism) but not quite under the executive branch. They are somewhat autonomous, just administratively attached to the government. Member Higa expressed concern about a $2 billion deal with Tokyo-based JERA for natural gas, noting Hawaiian Electric buys power for 8 to 12 cents per kilowatt hour but customers pay 40 cents per kilowatt hour. He hopes electric rates stabilize or start going down. Member Tsuji clarified the PUC commission is made up of three members appointed by the governor and confirmed by the senate as salaried appointees. They make their own decisions on rates.

State Senator Glenn Wakai – [0:52:59]: No representative was present.

State Senate Brandon Elefante – [0:53:05]: Senator Elefante noted the board will not meet until January 2026, so now is the time for the board or community to submit legislative proposals for the 2026 legislative session which begins the third Wednesday in January. On Friday, November 21, 2025, Senator Elefante will hold a public informational hearing on clearance rates, which relates to those arrested by law enforcement and whether cases get to prosecution or are dismissed. The presentation will be from the Council of State Government at 9:30 a.m. and can be watched live on YouTube. Senator Elefante wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving and happy holidays.

State House Representative Linda Ichiyama – [0:55:09]: No representative was present.
State House Representative Garner Shimizu – [0:55:17]: Representative Shimizu reported a feral pig concern from Camp Smith and is checking with the military on how to correct the problem. Another concern regarding feral chickens and feral cats was referred to the City’s Department of Facility Maintenance (DFM) with encouragement to use the HNL 311 app. For feral cats, they were referred to Hawaiian Humane Society (now Hawaii Animal Rescue Foundation) and advised that feeding cats on public property is a violation and they should call HPD. A Neighborhood Board meeting for emergency and disaster preparedness is scheduled on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Pearlridge Elementary School Cafeteria. Governor Green released $28.5 million CIP (Capital Improvement Project) funds for Hālawa Correctional Facility consolidated healthcare unit for design and construction. Representative Shimizu expressed gratitude for the government shutdown ending and offered assistance to anyone with adverse situations to contact the office for help directing them to available programs. He wished everyone happy Thanksgiving and holiday wishes and encouraged anyone with bill suggestions or resolution ideas to contact his office.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cEIcYx_XV-iVPt1uYtvGTgSwnsP0CrI4/view

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:58:06]:
1. Feral Pigs in Newtown: Member Ferguson asked about coordinated efforts regarding feral pigs entering Newtown and surrounding areas. Representative Shimizu shared that where he lives in Moanalua Valley, residents worked with DLNR (Department of Land and Natural Resources) to coordinate selective eradication by signing up a pig hunting association with correct certifications. The community wanted one responsible party to avoid unauthorized hunting. He suggested working with elected officials and coordinating with DLNR. Member Tsuji clarified that above Newtown is private land, so this would be an HOA (homeowners association) matter to work with the private owner, whereas DLNR acquired Moanalua Valley. Representative Shimizu agreed with the clarification. Chair Wood mentioned trying to get an individual who does pig eradication to brief the board, specifically the O‘ahu Pig Hunters Association.

State House Representative Sam Kong – [1:02:04]: Representative Kong was not present at this time.

7. COMMUNITY REPORTS – [1:02:11]

ʻAiea High School – [1:02:11]: Athletic Director David Lane introduced himself and shared that Principal Wayne Guevara is in his third year. Principal Guevara wants ʻAiea to be more visible in the community and was instrumental in getting football games back at the stadium. The campus is very vibrant with events like homecoming assembly, homecoming game, OIA (O‘ahu Interscholastic Association) cheer competition, and homecoming dance within a three-day span. ʻAiea High School projects include replacing gym bleachers, opening a new athletic training center, and track and field improvements.
• Slideshow: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N63CuBVqXmvifXJMWYuSX41NHqUyO9rY/view

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:18:50]:
1. Public Access to Track: Member Glen asked if there will be public access to use the track when construction is completed. Lane said there will be no public track access because it is used during the day for PE (physical education) and it will be a brand new facility with new fencing. Senator Elefante stated he has been working on public access at the DOE (Department of Education) at the superintendent level and has introduced resolutions for all public schools. Senator Elefante noted liability is a key issue, but they could look at after-hours waivers since parks are in demand and there are not many fields or tracks available.
2. Soccer Program: Member Higa asked if ʻAiea High School has a soccer program and if the field will have soccer lines. Lane confirmed they have a soccer team and the field will have soccer lines. Soccer was moved to the middle school for practice because the million-dollar delay, but next year they will have to move to the middle school. The track team already practices at Radford High School because they cannot run on the dirt track anymore.
3. Community Engagement: Chair Wood emphasized the importance of ʻAiea High School presenting more often to the board, noting they have many champions including Claire Tamamoto, Neighborhood Board members, Senator Elefante, Representative Kong, and Councilmember Cordero who can help. ʻAiea High School is a part of the community and should engage with the board, ACA (ʻAiea Community Association), and Councilmember Cordero more regularly, not just Senator Elefante and Representative Kong.

‘Aiea Community Association (ACA) – [1:23:00]: Claire Tamamoto shared that the ACA Christmas parade and fun fair is scheduled on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Claire invited the ʻAiea Neighborhood Board to participate and set up a booth to promote the Neighborhood Board. The blood bank will have a drive with two trucks. Blood donors receive a gift card. Kaiser will bring their flu shot or first aid booth and mobile unit. There will be bouncers. Volunteers are still needed. The parade will run through the ʻAiea affordable housing for seniors (EAH) driveway and back around. Their seniors might enjoy watching or come down and some old ʻAiea residents are returning. Residents have concerns about dogs walking through their area on sidewalks and people not picking up after them. There are reports of cars parking overnight with houseless people sleeping in cars and using the area without a restroom facility.
• ACA Christmas Parade Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r1y9yw0DzCGWEuIlGlEM3i53XUwM9y5d/view

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:26:10]:
1. Parade Participation: Member Higa asked if he can bring his mother in a wheelchair and pass out candy. Tamamoto confirmed he can do both. Candy cannot be thrown and can be passed out. Dogs are also allowed.

Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) – [1:26:55]: Casey Abe was unable to join this meeting.

Pearlridge Center – [1:27:02]: General Manager David Cianelli shared that Planet Fitness opened with their blessing ceremony on Thursday, November 13, 2025. The gym is state-of-the-art with helpful staff. Events include: 25th Infantry Division Band Christmas Performance on Monday, December 8 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Bay Makai Food Court; St. Elizabeth School Praise Choir performance on Wednesday, December 10 from 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. in front of Jeans Warehouse; Pearlridge Express Holiday Train running November 22 through January 4; Santa arrives November 28 through December 24. Regarding concealed weapons, the code of conduct posted at all entrances prohibits carrying or possessing any weapons of any kind, including weapons carried pursuant to a valid license. Cianelli encouraged shopping local and using the interactive directory’s events button and visiting https://pearlridgeonline.com for event information.

Stadium Authority – [1:29:45]: For NASED (New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District), Chris Kinimaka reported that demolition mobilization work continues with delivery of two office trailers for Stadium Authority and AHDP relocation to Lower Hālawa parking lot. Site fencing will be installed next month. Major demolition will begin early next year. The Stadium Authority invites everyone to visit their booth at the ʻAiea Christmas fair on December 13th. The NASED newsletter is available at https://nased.hawaii.gov. On behalf of Samantha Spain, Kinimaka reported three events, including the Aloha to Aloha Stadium farewell event (October 25), food drive (November 6), and soft opening of the new Aloha Stadium Swap Meet Marketplace (October 15). Online maps are being updated and signage added on streets to enhance awareness. Ride share pattern changed to the main gate exit area near the traffic light by gate 1 on Salt Lake Boulevard. Skyline and city bus pedestrians relocated to enter at main gate exit for easier access to marketplace.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:34:55]:
1. Swap Meet Improvements and Food Vendors: Chair Wood appreciated the more efficient setup catering more toward individuals with garage sale items rather than just commercial vendors. The shipping container rentals for vendors and shading were good additions. Chair Wood noted food vendors seemed less than what it used to be. Kinimaka confirmed they had a request for listing food vendors for concert events and swap meet.

U.S. Navy/Department of Defense (DOD) – [1:36:56]: Lydia Robertson reported that the Navy will provide weekly newsletters at the next meeting. Saturday ship tours are restarting with great feedback from kids through adults. The report has information on the Hawaii EIS with websites and the Hawaii California training and testing EIS and enhanced use lease. The 84th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor commemoration will be Sunday, December 7, 2025 at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial Visitor Center starting before 8:00 a.m. It is a moving and important ceremony. Joanna Delfin from Navy Closure Task Force Red Hill Public Affairs reported the progress of permanently decommissioning the Red Hill Bulk Field Storage Facility. On Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the O‘ahu Veterans Center, they will host an open house open to the public focusing on accomplishments this last year and looking forward to operations within the next year. The next Red Hill Highlights will be published later this week and can be found on the Navy Closure Task Force website and mobile app (https://www.navyclosuretaskforce.navy.mil).

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:39:51]:
1. Hālawa Well Shaft Status: Member Higa asked about the status of opening the Navy ʻAiea Hālawa shaft well and whether Navy or Department of Health is waiting on the other. Joanna stated the team is still working with Department of Health to get the shaft reopened. They have granular activated carbon filtration systems in place to address concerns at the well. The well itself is not tied into the system; they are pumping water from the Navy Hālawa shaft and filtering it through the filtration systems. She will get a more formal answer to Chair Wood.

Oʻahu Community Correctional Center (OCCC) – [1:41:42]: Chris Gaydosh from Architects Hawaii Limited (AHL) provided a brief update. Last week, Bettina Mehnert (AHL) presented to the Metropolitan Honolulu Rotary Club (20-minute presentation). To consolidate into five minutes, Chris suggested scheduling the full presentation for January 2026. In the meantime, they will have a booth at the ACA fun fair on Saturday, December 13 with DCR (Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation) and handouts for everyone. Chair Wood agreed to schedule the full presentation for January and noted Representative Shimizu expressed interest in a tour.
• Slideshow: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12l_QrajOhcclXO4s_aBdHJkBmSFGnYSI/view

8. BOARD BUSINESS / PRESENTATIONS – [1:44:00]

Approval of Written Summary for Video Record: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 – [1:44:05]: [1:44:12] – Member Glen MOVED and Member Higa SECONDED to adopt the written summary as written. Without objection, the October 2025 written summary was ADOPTED; 9-0-0 (Aye: Caalim, Clark, Conley, Fitch, Glen, Higa, Maeda, Tsuji, and Wood; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [1:44:24]. Note: Member Ferguson was not present for this vote at 8:44 p.m.

Request for Restricted Parking Zone (RPZ) on Keikialiʻi Street – [1:44:41]: Max Kalhammer and Bekah Stinehour from the City’s Department of Transportation Services (DTS) Transportation Demand Management Program provided information on Restricted Parking Zones (RPZ). The RPZ program is designed to prioritize on-street parking for residents and businesses in an area, reducing non-resident parking and opening availability for those who live or work in the area. Benefits include prioritizing parking for residents, eliminating abandoned cars and trash, increasing safety, reducing traffic congestion, and helping with environmental impacts. Resident permits are cleaning tags placed in the top left corner of the car on the driver’s side with numbers matching the license plate. All permits are applied for through the RPZ permit portal with no paperwork required. Requirements to implement RPZ include: location restriction (cannot be within half a mile of certified shoreline or upper reach of waves); parking conditions (high on-street parking occupancy, little to no off-street parking, many parked vehicles not registered to residents); community impact (big traffic generator supporting the need).
• Website: https://www.honolulu.gov/dts/rpz

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:50:57]:
1. Street Parking on Keikialiʻi Street: A resident from Keikialiʻi Street explained they have a 24/7 treatment facility causing parking issues with numerous service provider cars during the day. The presenters explained RPZ has set times for restrictions. They could look at flexibility in hours but a special use zoning designation might be more appropriate for daytime use by service providers like psychiatrists and teachers. Alternative signage solutions such as loading zones might work. Councilmember Cordero mentioned the land use ordinance allows for different uses in residential areas with specific parking requirements and hours, which could be addressed through DPP or City Council zoning committee.
2. Application Timeline and Violations: A resident asked if there is a deadline for applying (can apply anytime during the year). Violations are enforced by HPD with a $35 per hour fine. HPD begins enforcement when the city formally requests it through a memo.
3. Vehicle Registration Requirement: Chair Wood clarified permits tie to vehicle registration at the specific address. Business vehicles not registered to that address cannot get permits, effectively eliminating their parking.
4. Visitor Permits: Member Maeda asked about visitor parking. The presenter explained it depends on household and driveway situation. If you have a residential permit, you could park on the street and let visitors use the driveway.
5. Boundary Size: Member Higa asked if RPZ can cover only a dozen houses or must cover many blocks. The presenter explained there is no certain limit. In Kalihi Valley, there are five different zones spread across Kalihi depending on streets impacted by the traffic generator. Theoretically, one street covering 12 homes could get an RPZ. Councilmember Cordero noted RPZ does not guarantee a stall right in front of your home. The residents decided to put the request on pause to see how the treatment facility situation develops. They can email rpz@honolulu.gov or call (808) 768-8357.

Empty Homes Tax Presentation by Housing Now! Coalition – [1:05:50]: Ross Isokane presented as a volunteer advocate for the empty homes tax (Bill 46), co-introduced in 2024 by Councilmember Cordero and Chair Waters (https://hnldoc.ehawaii.gov/hnldoc/measure/3047). Isokane explained one in four homes sold each year goes to outside investors who use them as vacation homes or illegal short-term rentals rather than renting to residents. Common talking points from opposition include: (1) Only solution is to build, but even Governor Green says building alone won’t solve the crisis, especially when one in four homes goes to outsiders; (2) This is unconstitutional telling people what to do with property, but the city has always taxed different property classes at different rates and this is not a prohibition or mandate; (3) Too hard to enforce, but the city will start with self-declarations checking a box if it’s your home, long-term rental, or vacant; (4) Many residents have valid reasons for keeping homes vacant, but the current bill has more than 15 exemptions designed to protect residents, including exempting a second home for locals with no tax, while investors who own three, four, five vacant homes might get taxed. Isokane urged board members to keep Hawaiʻi homes for Hawaii families, noting it is unacceptable that one in four homes sold during a crisis goes to outsiders.
• Slideshow: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tnKqrwK0ZF895deShZDmxVgHl6pAnMh-/view

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:09:56]:
1. Resident Residency Requirement: Member Higa suggested a clause requiring anyone buying a home to be a resident for the past five years, and if not, charge them twice the property tax for the first five or ten years before it goes back to normal rates. Ross explained that could be deemed unconstitutional as direct discrimination against non-residents, but in this housing crisis, all potential solutions should be on the table. This bill happens to be the only one still alive targeting outside speculative investment.
2. Property Rights: Chair Wood noted the board voted no on this last year due to owner’s property rights concerns. Councilmember Cordero was asked to check on the legality of charging higher property taxes for non-residents.

Discussion and Vote on Resolution in Support of Ke Ola O’Aiea ‘Ohana Park – [2:12:54]: Claire Tamamoto presented requesting support for the trees grant. The resolution was resubmitted with cleaned up formatting. There will still be room for football practice as trees will not be placed everywhere. Member Glen raised concerns that trees do not help grass grow. He asked for a map showing tree canopies and adequate space for football. Claire mentioned a plan was presented previously (within the last year or two) showing trees and pathways.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:14:38]:
1. Park Proposal: Chair Wood suggested Tamamoto retrieve the previous drawing and send it to board members over the break for review in January. The only concern is a potential deadline for the $35,000 grant. Tamamoto will check if there is a time constraint for using the funds.

[2:20:26] – Member Glen MOVED and Member Higa SECONDED to table the resolution until January. Without objection, the resolution was TABLED until January 2026; 10-0-0 (Aye: Caalim, Clark, Conley, Ferguson, Fitch, Glen, Higa, Maeda, Tsuji, and Wood; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [2:20:38].

Discussion and Vote on Resolution in Support of Proposed Moratorium for Large Scale Lithium Ion Solar Battery Storage Systems on O‘ahu – [2:20:49]: Member Higa presented the resolution and wanted to ensure all projects using large lithium ion battery storage facilities take necessary precautions to prevent catastrophic events. For instance, there’s one near Kapolei next to the freeway. He’s unsure if there are fire hydrants in the area or if anyone studied wind conditions. If the facility lights up, HFD cannot put out the fire and must let chemicals burn out. This could be a 12 or 24-hour fire. On the mainland, there have been fires at storage facilities requiring evacuation of nearby communities because burning batteries give off toxic smoke and chemicals. He wants to ensure proper checks and balances are in place, the fire department is aware, and there are fire hydrants in the area. Many of these facilities are off main roads without nearby water sources. If they light up and toxic smoke floats over the freeway, they would have to shut down the freeway.
He’s not opposed to the facilities but wants a six-month moratorium for everyone to study and ensure safety. If everything checks out, then proceed. He wants to ensure public safety checks are made as these are being built quickly. It’s new technology and he’s unsure if everyone is checking safety adequacy.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:24:06]:
1. Existing Home Solar Battery Systems: Member Fitch questioned whether existing homes with PV and battery systems pose the same risk as a scaled-up version. If suppression doesn’t exist for this technology and homes are close together, should there be a moratorium on existing home systems as well? Member Higa clarified he’s focusing on large-scale industrial facilities. Small residential systems can be suppressed to that home and protect nearby properties. Large-scale facilities with the equivalent of 50 Tesla batteries going up at once cannot be suppressed or contained by HFD. The concern is these large facilities away from water infrastructure near major traffic routes. Depending on wind conditions, they may need to shut down the freeway for 24 hours, creating a state emergency.
2. Known Commercial Facilities: Member Fitch asked if there are known large-scale commercial facilities with this amount of lithium batteries. Member Higa confirmed there are several on island, including Maui. Interestingly, Hawaiian Electric formed a subsidiary to put these facilities in place but sold them this past August. If it wasn’t high risk, he believes Hawaiian Electric would have kept operating them.
3. Expert Testimony Need: Member Fitch stated this involves speculation and suggested getting an expert to answer questions. These are very environmental green projects. Chair Wood agreed they should bring someone in to answer questions before voting on resolutions.
4. Authority and Jurisdiction: Member Tsuji supported the resolution to raise awareness but questioned who has authority for a moratorium. From a permitting perspective, he’s unsure if the county exempted solar farms on ag land. Chair Wood noted uncertainty about who has jurisdiction and authority to implement a moratorium.
5. Finding Experts: Member Fitch suggested calling Hawaiian Electric to ask for people involved who can refer them to whoever operates the system. Member Higa noted Hawaiian Electric has no skin in the game as they do not own facilities anymore, so it would be to their disadvantage to come explain operations. Chair Wood agreed with Member Higa’s concerns but suggested more legwork is needed. He asked Member Higa to work on bringing someone from Hawaiian Electric or elsewhere to brief the board.

Member Glen MOVED and Member Higa SECONDED to adopt the resolution in support of proposed moratorium for large scale lithium ion solar battery storage systems on Oʻahu. The motion was NOT ADOPTED; 1-1-8 (Aye: Higa; Nay: Fitch; Abstain: Caalim, Clark, Conley, Ferguson, Glen, Maeda, Tsuji, and Wood) – [2:37:33].

Discussion and Vote on Resolution in Support of Disposal Fee for Lithium Ion Electric Vehicle Batteries on Oʻahu – [2:37:45]: Member Higa presented the resolution and shared that he attended an ENV meeting for environmental services regarding wastewater and refuse collection including recyclables, trash, and lithium ion batteries. They mentioned a program for disposing EV batteries by shipping them off island, but he has not heard of such a program. His concern stems from the 1970s when they decided to use plastics instead of paper bags due to concerns about cutting trees. Now plastics are worldwide in deepest oceans and North and South Poles. Lithium ion batteries have no reasonable disposal method. Eventually, as an island, there will be no place to put them, causing pollution in grounds, oceans, and streams. He proposes a fee to determine how to address lithium ion batteries in electric vehicles.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:39:54]:
1. Size Limits for Fee: Member Glen asked if there would be size limits for small versus large batteries. Member Higa explained Battery Bill disposes of lithium ion batteries for $10 to $25 per pound, but EV batteries weigh 600 to 1,000 pounds, so Battery Bill does not dispose of EV batteries.
2. Manufacturer Responsibility: Member Glen asked if car manufacturers are responsible for recycling or disposing batteries if they service the car. Member Higa stated to his knowledge, yes if under warranty, but no once out of warranty.
3. Current Disposal Process: Chair Wood asked what happens when cars are out of warranty. Member Higa suspected cars are either abandoned or taken to a tow yard where they sit because they cannot dispose of the car. Councilmember Cordero explained the city has a steel contract for crushing abandoned vehicles. For EVs, they try to work with motor vehicle dealers to ship whole cars off island to other states. The process takes time with abandoned vehicles not claimed for a period before contractors coordinate shipping. It may take years, possibly a decade, for vehicles to get on a barge. Member Higa questioned whether Matson ships old EVs given their previous concerns about shipping new EVs due to fire potential. He asked Councilmember Cordero to research whether a program exists and who pays for shipping.
4. Fee Purpose and Use: Member Glen questioned how assessing additional taxes would solve the problem, noting it is like the homeless issue where more money creates more problems without clear objectives for how fees will be used. Member Higa clarified it is a disposal fee, not a tax, serving as a starting point for the city to have funds to do something about the issue of disposing electric vehicles and batteries over Oʻahu.
5. Recycling Center Efficiency: Member Glen suggested having their own recycling center would be more efficient than shipping to the mainland. Member Fitch agreed, suggesting separating batteries from cars, recycling the car normally, though batteries would still sit. However, batteries are less cumbersome than whole cars.
6. Fee Timing: Member Glen suggested the fee should be at purchase (front end) rather than at disposal (back end). Member Higa agreed, stating he wants to ensure people are aware and money is set aside for battery disposal when its life ends, whether through registration fees or other means. An amendment was proposed to attach the disposal fee to the sale of the car rather than at disposal.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:49:50]:
1. Electric Vehicle Disposal Fee: Chair Wood asked if Member Higa would amend the resolution to add the disposal fee to the purchase price. Member Higa agreed. Member Tsuji suggested adding a provision that buyers be notified they are responsible for battery disposal at the end since the upfront fee won’t cover actual disposal costs. This would make buyers fully aware of EV costs upfront. Discussion continued about the fee going into a pool for future disposal regardless of how many times the vehicle is resold, with the fee collected only on initial sale. Member Fitch suggested charging the fee upfront when purchasing vehicles rather than figuring it out later.

[2:54:09] – Member Fitch MOVED and Member Glen SECONDED to table the resolution. Without objection, the resolution was TABLED until January for Member Higa to redefine and address questions, comments, and concerns including: (1) disposal fee attached to sale of car for lithium ion EV batteries; (2) notice to buyers of responsibility for battery disposal; (3) who pays if vehicle is resold; 10-0-0 (Aye: Caalim, Clark, Conley, Ferguson, Fitch, Glen, Higa, Maeda, Tsuji, and Wood; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [2:54:20].

Discussion and Vote on Resolution to Support Charter Amendments Associated with HART (Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation) Board Member Functionality – [2:55:32]: Chair Wood noted this is the last time this will be brought before the board. There was no discussion or vote on this resolution.

Hurricane and Disaster Preparedness Meeting Update – [2:55:58]: Member Glen reported that the hurricane and disaster preparedness meeting originally supported by the board has changed format. In his communications with Kioni Dudley, Member Glen stated that this event appears more like a pep rally for Dudley’s private agenda. Member Glen shared that he does not want to lend legitimacy to Dudley’s often hysterical comments and inaccuracies, such as claiming thousands of deaths and incorrectly stating Hawaii is in the northern Pacific when it is in the central Pacific. Member Glen moved to withdraw board support for sending designated board members to represent the ʻAiea Neighborhood Board, though individuals can attend on their own. Neighborhood Assistant Hayashi clarified the original motion was to create a permitted interaction group so that board members can discuss logistics outside of regular board meetings. That group still exists but does not have to attend the hurricane and disaster preparedness meeting. Chair Wood stated that board members can attend if they want and indicated that he will attend the meeting.

9. COMMUNITY CONCERNS FROM RESIDENTS – [3:00:08]

Red Hill Registry Event – [3:00:08]: Tara Sutton from the Red Hill Registry invited everyone to a webinar on Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. to remember Red Hill for the 4th anniversary of the event. The registry continues open enrollment to help determine long-term health impacts of jet fuel.

10. ANNOUNCEMENTS – [3:01:34]: Due to a scheduled recess in December 2025, the ʻAiea Neighborhood Board No. 20 is scheduled to hold its next regular meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at ʻAiea Public Library and online via Webex. Rebroadcasts are scheduled on ʻŌlelo channel 49 every last Thursday at 6:00 p.m. An archive of past meetings can be found on https://olelo.org/olelonet by searching <Aiea>.

11. ADJOURNMENT – [3:01:52]: Chair Wood adjourned the meeting at 10:02 p.m.

Submitted by: Curtis Hayashi, Neighborhood Assistant, Neighborhood Commission Office
Reviewed by: Dylan Buck, Community Relations Specialist, Neighborhood Commission Office
Finalized by:

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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.