WAIPAHŪ NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 22

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA  
THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2026 7:00 P.M. 
FILIPINO COMMUNITY CENTER
94-428 MOKUOLA STREET, WAIPAHU, HI 96797
VIRTUAL VIA WEBEX

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

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 three (3) minutes, and those giving reports are urged to keep their reports under three (3) minutes. Please silence all electronic devices.

Public Announcements, Reports & Presentations to the Board: Please provide all materials before the meeting for posting online sent to the NCO office. Presentations may utilize PowerPoint, should be suc-cinct, and mindful of time. If presenting in person, please arrange for a projector and screen as needed, and provide handouts for the board and the community.

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. A two-thirds (2/3) vote (13) of this 19-member Board is needed to add an item to the agenda. Items may not be added if they are of major importance and will affect a significant number of people.

I.       CALL TO ORDER – Chair Darryl Macha

II. INTRODUCTION OF BOARD MEMBERS

III. FIRST RESPONDER REPORTS – Limit to three (3) minutes each.
A. Honolulu Fire Department (HFD)
B. Honolulu Police Department (HPD)
C. Military Report: US Army – 599th Transportation Brigade

V. BOARD BUSINESS
A. NP §2-14-106 Three Absences Notice: Board Member Angel Naea
B. March 2026 Meeting – Kūhiō Day Holiday: Rescheduling the Meeting or Swapping June 2026 Recess to March 2026

VI. RESIDENT AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS – Limited to three (3) minutes each.

VII. PRESENTATIONS
A. Exceptional Tree Program – Roxanne Adams, Department of Parks and Recreation, Division of Urban Forestry (DPR/DUF)

VIII. ELECTED OFFICIALS – Limit to three (3) minutes each
A. Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative: Roger Babcock, Director, Department of   Environmental Services (ENV).
B. Councilmember District 2 – Councilmember Matt Weyer mweyer@honolulu.gov
C. Councilmember District 8 – Councilmember Val Okimoto valokimoto@honolulu.gov
D. Councilmember District 9 – Councilmember Augie Tulba atulba@honolulu.gov
E. Governor Josh Green’s Representative – Chavonnie Ramos Chavonnie.J.Ramos@hawaii.gov
F. Senate District 18 – Senator Michelle Kidani senkidani@capitol.hawaii.gov
G. Senate District 19 – Senator Rachele Lamosao senlamosao@capitol.hawaii.gov
H. Representative District 35 – Rep. Cory Chun repchun@capitol.hawaii.gov
I. Representative District 36 – Rep. Daisy Hartsfield rephartsfield@capitol.hawaii.gov
J. Representative District 37 – Rep. Trish La Chica replachica@capitol.hawaii.gov
K. Representative District 39 – Rep. Elijah Pierick reppierick@capitol.hawaii.gov
L. US Representative Ed Case https://case.house.gov/
M. US Representative Jill Tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/

IX. REPORTS – Limit to three (3) minutes each.
A. Board of Water Supply – Nikki Rodwell www.boardofwatersupply.com
B. Reports of Board Members Attendance at other Meetings

X. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Next Meeting: The next Regular meeting of the Waipahu Neighborhood Board No. 22 is on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at the Filipino Community Center and virtually on WebEx.
B. Broadcast: Rebroadcast of Waipahu Neighborhood Board No. 22 meetings are scheduled on ʻŌlelo channel 49 for Every Second Saturday at 9:00 p.m. and Every Fourth Sunday at 9:00 a.m.

XI.      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, Hawaiʻi 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, Hawaiʻi 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 lan-guage 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 accommo-dation, but it may not be possible to fulfill requests received after this date.

DRAFT REGULAR MEETING
WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2025 at 7:00 P.M.
FILIPINO COMMUNITY CENTER
MOKUOLA STREET, WAIPAHU, HI 96797
AND VIA WEBEX TELECONFERENCING

Video recording of this meeting can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RfHRYRTs-0
Reports & other meeting materials can be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UO-g9cUa6y72reLs3sjAcsgNALCUBxnA
CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:07]
Chair Darryl Macha called the Waipahu Neighborhood Board No. 22 meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Quorum was established with 13 members present. This 19-member Board requires 10 members to establish a quorum and to take official Board action. Chair reviewed meeting conduct, time limits (3 minutes), addressing remarks to the Chair, and silencing electronic devices.
Members Present: Maureen Andrade, Richard Oshiro, Nathan Chang, Jayton Chang, Darryl Macha, Terry Tumbaga, Debbie Segall, Nainoa Molitor, John Pagan, David Beers, Danny de Gracia, Kevin Wilson, and Tom Plong.

Members Absent: Rachel Cristobal, Domineque Bonifacio, Chad Domingo, Richard Asperin, Maurice Morita, and Angel Naea,

Guests: Deputy Director Dan Brieck (Mayor’s Representative); Kelly Anaya (Councilmember Matt Weyer’s Office); Aaron Ho (Councilmember Augie Tulba’s Office); Pua Smith-Kauhane, Jocelyn Roberts, (Councilmember Val Okimoto’s Office); Representative Cory Chun; Representative Rachele Lamosao; Representative Trish La Chica; Senator Henry Aquino; Florelei Lopez, Rovie Jay Dacumos, Jordan Abanto, Su Lazo (Filipino Jaycees for Filipino Fiesta); Ashley May (Centerline Communications for AT&T); Sierra Martin (Kealahou West O‘ahu Homeless Outreach); Chelly Hasiak, Leang Smith, Jay Galbreath, Tam Plong, Shaelynn Pasco, Kaleo, Bryce Novak, Taylor Uehara (Guests/Residents); Zhoydell Magaoay (Neighborhood Commission Office). Note: The names of any attendees who were not legible were not included. There was a total of 36 attendees.

FIRST RESPONDER REPORTS – [0:01:59]
Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – [0:02:05]: HFD departed for a call but provided a written report with a seasonal cooking safety tip, emphasizing staying alert while cooking, remaining in the kitchen, using timers, keeping combustibles away from stovetops, and keeping children/pets at least 3 feet from cooking areas.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZASQZ43S2EvoWe1IRzCKYiv-3-gFTP70/view?usp=drive_link
Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – [0:03:50]: No representative present.
Military Report: US Army – 599th Transportation Brigade – [0:04:04]: No representative present.
BOARD BUSINESS – [0:04:12]
Approval of Minutes – Thursday, October 23, 2025 – [0:04:16]: Chair Macha noted that the draft minutes had been circulated and opened the floor for corrections. Two corrections were identified: a misspelled attendee name and Member Plong’s correction of his residency from Royal Kunia to the “Celebrations” neighborhood. Hearing no further corrections, Member Andrade MOVED and Member Segall SECONDED to adopt the October 23, 2025 minutes as amended. The Board conducted a voice vote; 13-0-0. (Aye: Andrade, Beers, J. Chang, N. Chang, de Gracia, Macha, Molitor, Oshiro, Pagan, Plong, Segall, Tumbaga, Wilson; Nay: None; Abstain: None.) – [0:05:59]. The Minutes were ADOPTED as amended.
RESIDENT AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS – [0:05:55]
Kealahou West O‘ahu Homeless Outreach Monthly Report – [0:06:35]: Sierra Martin, representing KWO Districts 2 & 3, reported on October outreach activities. The team encountered 43 unsheltered individuals, including 11 who were service-resistant, and responded to 10 community concern reports. Additionally, 23 households comprising 28 people were newly enrolled in services, and 5 households have been referred to housing and are awaiting placement. Martin announced that KWO is currently hiring for an outreach position and interested parties may contact Sierra Martin at 808-728-5034.

PRESENTATIONS – [0:08:21]
2026 Flores de Mayo & Filipino Fiesta – [0:08:35]: Lei Lopez announced the Filipino Fiesta, scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Filipino Community Center. The event is expected to draw approximately 7,000 attendees. Ms. Lopez requested a letter of support from the Neighborhood Board for road closures adjacent to the FilCom Center.
• Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10e6sFFqrZvMEmmHLrr0hn9DxVGg1_h70/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, Comments and Concerns – [0:10:14]
1. Resolution or letter: Member de Gracia asked if a resolution was needed, and Chair Macha clarified that a letter of support would suffice. [0:10:50] – de Gracia MOVED and Andrade SECONDED that the Board issue a letter of support for road closures for the May 2, 2026 Filipino Fiesta. Discussions followed. The Board conducted a voice vote; 13-0-0. (Aye: Andrade, Beers, J. Chang, N. Chang, de Gracia, Macha, Molitor, Oshiro, Pagan, Plong, Segall, Tumbaga, Wilson; Nay: None; Abstain: None.) – [0:12:00]. The Motion was adopted. Secretary Oshiro will draft the letter upon receipt of event details and addressee information.
2. Business notification: Member Andrade asked if surrounding businesses would be notified, and the presenter confirmed they would be notified along with the community.
AT&T Proposed Telecommunications Facility at 94-990 Pakela Street – [0:12:52]: Ashley May of Centerline Communications provided a project overview for a new 625-square-foot compound that will feature a 100-foot tower and antennas designed to offload capacity and improve coverage between H-1 freeway areas. The site will be located on a ridge behind existing industrial buildings near a storage center. Ms. May noted that notice letters will be mailed to adjoining properties prior to construction.
• Presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jJr0yWxaOgG0-HQ2Jzy-TMLkee6jgPNt/view?usp=drive_link & https://drive.google.com/file/d/1O_HUvgrli-xeHUHb_t8FLwNwDu77Gf7k/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, Comments and Concerns – [0:15:17]
1. Share plans with Board: Member Plong requested that the plans be emailed to the Board for review and community distribution, to which the presenter agreed, and the Chair noted that materials would be available on the Board drive.
2. Site location relative to H-1: Chair Macha requested clarification on the location, the presenter explained that the site is situated on the ridge above the gulch near business centers and storage facilities and that the parcel was formerly zoned military (F-1) but is now privately owned.
ELECTED OFFICIALS – [0:17:52]
Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – [0:18:09]: Deputy Director Brieck reported several updates: Skyline Segment 2 opened with four new stations serving Pearl Harbor and HNL Airport, an early education center was relocated, and new sewer rates become effective January 1, 2026. Upcoming events include a Royal Hawaiian Band concert November 28 at 7:00 p.m. and Honolulu City Lights beginning November 29, with press releases now available via subscription at www.honolulu.gov. Follow-ups included storm drain repairs at 94-777 and debris removal from Kunia Park & Ride (both completed in late October with no illegal dumping found), DTS evaluating Sunday Bus Route 433 service, U-Line operating hourly with additional peak trips, DTS investigating Honowai Street speeding, DPP requiring fire-damaged property remediation at 94-106 Hula Street within 120 days, and HPD requesting complainant information after finding no barking dogs in early November.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1K1WitLQGGAtWkWXGWGU5AtVpBC4g4AMy/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, Comments and Concerns – [0:27:20]
1. Security at Thomas Square decorations: Member Molitor asked about security for holiday decorations at Thomas Square.
2. Driver’s License Renewal Process Difficulties: Member de Gracia described severe difficulties with AlohaQ scheduling and DMV documentation/processing, requesting mayoral attention and relief. Deputy Director Brieck will relay feedback, noted federal REAL ID compliance constraints “waivers.” Several Board members reported that the ID had some reflection issues when scanned by TSA. Resident Leang Smith asked why renewals take long if the City already has records.
3. Skyline/UH bus frequency concerns: Member Oshiro emphasized 60-minute waits from train to bus deter student ridership and asked the City to shorten waits for rail-to-UH transfers.
Councilmember District 2 – Councilmember Matt Weyer – [0:37:59]: Kelly Anaya provided several updates, including a tree planting event at Hans L’Orange Park, Waikele Elementary School’s national recognition as a Model Academy with Distinction, her role as co-MC for Taste of Waipahu, and a mural project at Waipahu High School in partnership with DOT and DOE. Follow-up items included completed maintenance at the Park & Ride facility and the inclusion of flavored vape enforcement in the HSAC package adopted by the Council under Resolution 25-308.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HQ6Ui9LFjoJqKwi43ZlZbA63GHeMH7d_/view?usp=drive_link
Councilmember District 8 – Councilmember Val Okimoto – [0:41:20]: Pua Kauhane-Smith reported on recent Council actions, including Resolution 25-305 directing DPP to void or deny a modified minor Conditional Use Permit for agricultural activities at a North Shore project, Bill 62 (2025) CD1 addressing bed and breakfast and transient vacation unit amendments along with missing maps, and Bill 5 (2025) CD2 establishing a farm animal control framework. Additionally, Kauhane-Smith highlighted holiday volunteer opportunities available through organizations including Salvation Army’s Blaisdell dinner, Hawai’i Foodbank, Aloha Harvest, Giving Hope Hawai’i, and Kanu Hawai’i meal delivery programs.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BupYVL7XW9Slq242XGABL5jpYd9T7S8t/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:49:35].
1. Neighborhood Slide Update: Resident Shaelynn Pasco inquired about an update regarding the neighborhood slide, and Kauhane-Smith responded that the slide parts arrived earlier in the week and are awaiting contractor approval for installation, with completion expected by the end of the year or sooner.
Councilmember District 9 – Councilmember Augie Tulba – [0:45:32]: Aaron Michael Ho provided an update on the permanent roundabout project, noting that the project is currently in the pre-final and final design phases, with federal NEPA processes extending the overall timeline. He outlined the projected timeline as follows: pre-final design is currently underway, NEPA and design completion are conservatively estimated for 2028, construction is anticipated to begin in early 2029, and project completion is expected in mid-to-late 2030.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hsQ-Bf0ezvL7pp-n2EIojAuqeRE9b9tV/view?usp=drive_link
Governor Josh Green’s Representative – [0:49:12]: No representative present.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/194y8t8tjux3twUxA4Jk5uUrsM-whhDe0/view?usp=drive_link
Senate District 19 – Senator Henry Aquino – [0:51:21]: Senator Aquino addressed the Board regarding his planned departure from elected office on Nov 30 and the gubernatorial appointment process to fill his seat (within 60 days). He thanked the Board and community for 17 years of collaboration, highlighting past transportation improvements and relationships with past and present Board leaders.
Questions, Comments and Concerns – [0:55:32]
1. Board gratitude: Members of the Board expressed their appreciation for Senator Aquino’s service, tenacity, and follow-through.
Senate District 18 – Senator Michelle Kidani – [0:58:40]: No representative present.
Representative District 35 – Rep. Cory Chun – [0:59:03]: Representative Chun provided a follow-up regarding traffic control impacts from the recent Kamehameha Highway mural painting project. HPD cordoned off a section with traffic cones to preserve bus access, implemented northbound lane closures with contraflow traffic management, and ensured that regular bus stops remained accessible, though they were relocated through the coned areas during the work.
Questions, Comments and Concerns – [1:01:56]
1. Anti-graffiti coating: Member Andrade inquired about whether special anti-graffiti paint was used, Representative Chun explained that a prior coating allows for easier removal but is not 100% effective, though students and schools have committed to performing rapid touch-ups as needed.
2. Parrot eradication efforts: Member Plong thanked Representative Chun for invasive parrot funding support, and Representative Chun confirmed ongoing coordination with Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture (HDOA) on biosecurity as Agriculture and Food Systems Chair.
Representative District 36 – Rep. Rachele Lamosao – [1:04:33]: Representative Lamosao reported on her Taste of Waipahu participation and Water and Land Committee site visits addressing wildfire prevention, native plants, and seed banks. She announced upcoming SNAP changes requiring able-bodied adults without dependents ages 55–64 to complete 80 hours per month of work, training, or volunteer activities, noting that Goodwill Hawai’i can provide assistance at 808-792-8564.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k5PsuXOwVPO4pAopFz9JAsnfWDMh3Jpv/view?usp=drive_link
• SNAP Info: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lXZemfuUhcz81IddG4SdaKHL0888zTVz/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:07:43].
1. SNAP “able-bodied” definition: Vice Chair Jayton Chang requested clarity on medical exemptions, and Representative Lamosao explained that DHS guidance advises keeping medical documentation from providers confirming inability to work, with decisions made case-by-case.

Representative District 37 – Rep. Trish La Chica – [1:09:42]: Representative La Chica reported on Higher Education and Education Committee school and college visits and the inaugural “FiliRooted” Filipino American History Month finale at Capitol Modern featuring Ruby Ibarra. She announced a community talk story on December 15, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. covering budget, public safety, the Mililani teacher housing project, and area school updates.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uQFndq2tdyRyxNdXxc-v9YoazWtgFeE6/view?usp=drive_link
Representative District 39 – Rep. Elijah Pierick – [1:13:33]: No representative present.
US Representative Ed Case – [1:14:03]: No representative present.
US Representative Jill Tokuda – [1:14:11]: No representative present.
REPORTS – [1:14:18]
Board of Water Supply – [1:14:19]: No representative present.
Reports of Board Members Attendance at other Meetings – [1:14:28]: No reports. Chair Macha reminded members that the Waipahu Walkways Project team emailed walk audit dates and urged members to check their email.
ANNOUNCEMENTS – [1:15:00]
Next Meeting: The next Regular meeting of the Waipahu Neighborhood Board No. 22 is scheduled for Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the Filipino Community Center and via WebEx. The Board will recess its December 2025 meeting.
Broadcast: Rebroadcasts on ʻŌlelo channel 49 for Every Second Saturday at 9:00 p.m. and Every Fourth Sunday at 9:00 a.m.

ADJOURNMENT – [1:15:56]
Chair Macha wished everyone happy holidays and adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
Submitted by: Zhoydell Magaoay, Neighborhood Assistant
Reviewed by: Dylan Whitsell, Deputy Director
Finalized by: Richard Oshiro, Secretary & Darryl Macha, Chair