WAIPAHŪ NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 22

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA  
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2025 7:00 P.M. 
FILIPINO COMMUNITY CENTER
94-428 MOKUOLA STREET, WAIPAHU, HI 96797

Meeting Materials: Find monthly archive of handouts and referenced materials concerning to Waipahu Neighborhood Board No. 22 at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UO-g9cUa6y72reLs3sjAcsgNALCUBxnA

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 succinct, 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. Board Vacancies – One (1) At-Large Seat: Residents interested in filling a vacant board seat must bring current proof of residency to the board meeting or contact Neighborhood Assistant Zhoydell Magaoay (zhoydell.magaoay@honolulu.gov) to verify residency in advance. Candidates may speak for up to three minutes prior to board voting.
B. Approval of Minutes – Thursday, September 25, 2025

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

VII. PRESENTATIONS
A. Redevelopment of the Former Walgreens Site in Waipahu – Ruoyun Sun (MW Group), Patrick Seguirant
B. Homeless Outreach and Navigation for the Unsheltered (HONU) to Waipahu Cultural Gardens – Melanie Ah Soon, Department of Community Services (DCS)
C. Waipahu Walkways Project – Kaylan Bubeloff, Department of Transportation Services (DTS) Complete Streets

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 Henry Aquino senaquino@capitol.hawaii.gov
H. Representative District 35 – Rep. Cory Chun repchun@capitol.hawaii.gov
I. Representative District 36 – Rep. Rachele Lamosao replamosao@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, November 20, 2025 at the Filipino Community Center (Third Thursday – due to Thanksgiving Holiday).
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 language other than English, please call the Neighborhood Commission Office at (808) 768-3710 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. or send an email to nco@honolulu.gov at least three (3) business days before the scheduled meeting.  It may not be possible to fulfill requests received after this date.

DRAFT REGULAR MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 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=VrWOcTMLaKE
Reports & other meeting materials can be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UO-g9cUa6y72reLs3sjAcsgNALCUBxnA
CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:53]
Chair Darryl Macha called the Waipahu Neighborhood Board No. 22 meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Quorum was established with 17 Board Members present. This 19-member Board requires 10 members to establish a quorum and to take official Board action.
Members Present: Domineque Bonifacio, Richard Asperin, Rachel Cristobal, Chad Domingo, Maureen Andrade, Richard Oshiro, Nathan Chang, Jayton Chang, Darryl Macha, Terry Tumbaga, Debbie Segall, Kevin Wilson, Maurice Morita, Nainoa Molitor, John Pagan, David Beers, and Danny de Gracia.
Members Absent: Angel Naea.
Guests: Captain Tory Tamayose (Honolulu Fire Department); Command Major Shane Towns (US Army 599th Transportation Brigade); Justin Nii (Department of Environmental Services); Kelly Anaya (Councilmember Matt Weyer’s Office); Pua Smith-Kauhane (Councilmember Val Okimoto’s Office); Aaron Michael Ho (Councilmember Augie Tulba’s Office); Corey Matsumoto (Representative Cory Chun’s Office); Tosa Lobendahn (Representative Trish La Chica’s Office); Nestor Garcia (Congressman Ed Case’s Office); Patrick Watson (Honua Consulting); Phaidra Campbell, Erick Cruz (JCK Underground); Pailegut Aukus-Reopoamo, Myra Lee (Kealoahou West Oʻahu); Sarah Valdez, Franchesca Matahum, Jezelle Guittap, Eric Quemado, Daniel Kidder-McQuown (Residents & Guests); Zhoydell Magaoay (Neighborhood Commission Office). Note: The names of any attendees who were not legible were not included. There were 43 total participants.
PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS – [0:01:11]
Honolulu Fire Department – [0:03:37]: Captain Tamayose provided the incident statistics for August 2025 and shared safety tips regarding lithium-ion batteries.
August 2025 Statistics: There was one (1) structure fire, five (5) wildland brush fires, ten (10) nuisance fires, zero (0) cooking fires, eleven (11) activated alarms (no fire), 236 medical emergencies, zero (0) motor vehicle collisions with pedestrians, twelve (12) motor vehicle crash/collisions, zero (0) mountain rescues, zero (0) ocean rescues, and one (1) hazardous material incident.
Safety Tip: Lithium-ion battery safety – The National Fire Protection Association’s Fire Prevention Week campaign educates on using these batteries safely. Tips include: buy only listed products with safety certification marks (UL, ETL, CSA); charge devices safely using manufacturer-approved cords; charge on hard surfaces; don’t overcharge; and recycle batteries responsibly at designated locations. HFD is hosting a Fire Prevention Family Day event on October 4, 2025, at the Honolulu Zoo from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Honolulu Police Department – [0:06:30]: No representative present.
Military Report: US Army – 599th Transportation Brigade – [0:06:46]: Command Major Shane Towns provided updates on upcoming military events and training exercises.
Report: The US Army Garrison Hawaiʻi and Survivor Outreach Services will host the Gold Star Mothers and Family’s Day observance on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. US Army Garrison Hawaiʻi will hold a hiring fair on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the Oʻahu Veterans Center from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Training advisories include artillery, mortar, and demolitions training at Schofield Barracks from September 27, 2025 to September 30, 2025, and the 25th ID will conduct joint annual JPMRC training exercise from November 7, 2025 to November 16, 2025.

• Training Advisory: Army Training Advisory September 2025
• Special Notice: Aerial Military Training Advisory
• Special Notice: Military Vehicle Movement Advisory
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:09:40]
1. Military General Officers Meeting: Board Member de Gracia asked if Hawaiʻi general officers and admirals would be included in the reported meeting of all general officers at Quantico, Virginia next week. Command Major Towns responded that he was not prepared to answer but would follow up.
BOARD BUSINESS – [0:10:53]
Board Vacancies – One (1) At-Large Seat – [0:10:59]: Chair Macha announced one vacant at-large seat and asked if anyone from the audience was interested in filling the position. No one expressed interest.
Approval of Minutes – Thursday, July 24, 2025 – [0:11:40]: Chair Macha asked if there were any corrections to the draft minutes. Hearing none, the draft minutes were filed as final.
Discussion on the Blue Hawaiʻian Helicopters – Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Request for an Exemption on the Altitude Limit and Wanting to Fly Lower – [0:12:22]: Chair Macha introduced the discussion regarding Blue Hawaiʻian Helicopters’ request to the FAA for an exemption to fly lower than the current 1,500 ft minimum altitude. Nestor Garcia from Congressman Ed Case’s office provided background information on the issue.
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:21:34]
1. Community Awareness: Board Member Andrade expressed concern about being blindsided by this issue and asked what could be done now that the comment period had closed. Mr. Garcia responded that the FAA might delay its decision based on the number of comments received and suggested inviting the company to defend their petition before the board.
2. Noise Pollution: Board Member Beers raised concerns about noise pollution from low-flying helicopters, noting that the state has already passed legislation restricting hours for gas landscaping equipment due to noise. Mr. Garcia shared an incident where a tour helicopter disrupted a military funeral ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
Discussion on the Proposed Joint Board Meeting on October 22, 2025 – [0:26:27]: Chair Macha explained that westside Board Chairs are planning a joint board meeting related to emergency preparedness and asked if the board wanted to form a permitted interaction group to participate and report back.
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:28:40]
1. Concerns About Premature Action: Board Member Beers expressed that forming a group would be premature and noted there was “hyperbole” in the materials. He volunteered to participate but cautioned against rubber-stamping the proposals.
No motion was made to participate and no interest to form a permitted interaction group.
Discussion to form a permitted interaction group to address “A Call to Action” Resolutions – [0:30:19]: Chair Macha provided context about the resolutions that would be voted on at the joint meeting, including hurricane preparedness and building code requirements for safe rooms.
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:31:37]
1. Cost-Benefit Analysis: Board Member Beers commented that the proposals lacked cost-benefit analysis and would potentially increase the cost of living without articulating tangible benefits.
RESIDENT AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS – [0:32:57]
1. Tsunami Warning Siren – [0:33:11]: Board Member Bonifacio raised concerns about the faint tsunami warning siren at the end of Lumikula Street and Lumipolu Street, noting that kupuna (elders) in the area cannot hear it during emergencies. Chair Macha noted this fall under the Department of Emergency Management, and Corey Matsumoto from Representative Chun’s office offered to take the concern back to their office.
2. Park and Ride Maintenance – [0:36:20]: Board Member de Gracia expressed concerns about the overgrown weeds, trash, and unkempt appearance of the Kunia Park and Ride parking lot across from Times Supermarket, noting it posed a fire hazard. Board Member Andrade responded that the area had been cleaned about a month ago and explained the process for maintenance and security.
3. Illegal Fireworks – [0:40:16]: Board Member Segall reported discovering debris from illegal fireworks near the Royal Kunia Golf Course and across from the Association Center, suggesting HPD monitor the location.
4. Church Security Concerns – [0:41:22]: Sarah Valdez from Filipino United Church of Christ shared concerns about homeless individuals climbing over their fences despite recent security improvements. The church has many children, teens, and kupuna attending activities but cannot afford security guards. Board Member Andrade advised calling 911 immediately when incidents occur, and Board Member Beers offered empathy and echoed the advice to be persistent with 911 calls.
5. Homeless Outreach Report: [0:46:37]: Pailegutu Aukuso-Reopoamo from Kealahou West Oahu provided a report on homeless outreach efforts in Waipahu. In August 2025, they encountered 52 individuals (37 service-resistant), housed one household, addressed three community concerns, and referred three households to housing programs. They are working with military officials regarding encampments by the Waipahu Access Road.
PRESENTATIONS – [0:49:55]
Pearl City / Waipahu Trunk Sewer System along Pearl Harbor Bike Path – [0:50:10]: Patrick Watson, Public Information Manager from Honua Consulting, introduced the project team including Justin Nii from the City Department of Environmental Services (ENV) and Phaidra Campbell from JCK Underground. Ms. Campbell presented details about the new 2.25-mile sewer pipeline project between Lehua Avenue in Pearl City and Waipahu Depot Road, which will replace the existing force main. The project is currently in the design phase with construction anticipated to begin in 2028-2029 and last approximately 40 months.

• Presentation: Pearl City / Waipahu Trunk Sewer System Project Presentation
• One-Page Information: Pearl City / Waiaphu Trunk Sewer System Project Flyer

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [1:03:25]
1. Future Flow Capacity: Secretary Oshiro questioned why the flow estimates only extended to 2050, which would be just 18 years after construction completion, and asked about the pipe’s lifespan. Ms. Campbell explained that the fiberglass pipe has a 100-year design life, and while the flow estimates are for wet weather conditions (60 million gallons/day), normal flow is much lower (20-26 million gallons/day).
2. Bike Path Access: Board Member Beers asked about plans for the Pearl Harbor Bike Path during construction. Ms. Campbell explained they are exploring options including traffic control, temporary bypasses, or creating two lanes to separate bike traffic from construction vehicles, emphasizing that safety is the utmost concern.
3. Sewage Destination: Board Member Segall asked where the sewage goes. Ms. Campbell explained it flows to the Honouliuli Treatment Plant, serving about a third of the island’s population from Waianae, Aiea, Mililani, Pearl City, and Waipahu.
4. Artesian Wells: Board Member Andrade asked if the project would impact artesian wells in Waipahu. Ms. Campbell confirmed they have mapped the wells and are conducting a hydrology study with Intera (subconsultant) to ensure no negative impacts on artesian conditions.
ELECTED OFFICIALS – [1:11:52]
Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – [1:12:02]: Justin Nii provided updates from the Mayor’s newsletter including the honoring of Purple Heart recipients, groundbreaking on the third segment of the rail project, discussions on housing and homelessness with the HUD Region 9 administrator, swearing in of new Honolulu Youth Commission members, and Oahu junior lifeguards’ victory at a state championship event.
Charter Commission announcement: The Honolulu Charter Commission is conducting its once-per-decade review of the city charter and accepting proposals through November 7, 2025. Community meetings will be held in October.
Royal Kunia Park and Ride announcement: The Department of Housing and Land Management is preparing to issue a request for qualifications for a development partner for the city-owned Royal Kunia Park and Ride property, which is planned for affordable rental housing with space for a future daycare facility.
• Newsletter: Mayorʻs Highlights September 2025
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [1:15:38]
1. Traffic Study Follow-up: Board Member Tumbaga asked about the status of a traffic study regarding speeding between Mokuola Street and Waipahu Street that was supposed to be completed by the end of August. Mr. Nii responded that he would follow up with Director Babcock on this issue.
2. Housing Units Clarification: Secretary Oshiro asked how many housing units were planned for the Royal Kunia Park and Ride lot. Mr. Ni did not have specific numbers but noted information was available on the website and in the board’s Google Drive. Board Member Andrade added that representatives had previously met with the board in 2023 and mentioned community input had included keeping the building to three stories and relocating the daycare facility away from the corner for safety reasons.
Councilmember District 2 – Councilmember Matt Weyer – [1:20:08]: Kelly Anaya congratulated Waipahu resident Jethro Bumanglag, a Damien High School senior, on his appointment to the Honolulu Youth Commission. She reminded residents of the September 30 real property tax deadlines, highlighting the tax credit that caps property tax at 3% of homeowner’s income for households making $80,000 or less. She noted DTS’s work on Lumiʻaina Street, including installation of delineators and curbing, with a speed table under review. She announced the Waipahu Charter Commission meeting on October 13 at 6:00 p.m. at Waipahu High School cafeteria.
Community updates included addressing the Kunia Park and Ride overgrowth, working on signage for closure hours, submitting testimony opposing the Blue Hawaiian helicopter FAA exemption, and following up on faded signage on Kapuna Loop.
• Report: Councilmember Weyer September 2025 Report
Councilmember District 8 – Councilmember Val Okimoto – [1:24:55]: Pua Smith-Kauhane reported that Councilmember Okimoto helped with Bills 49 and 50, which raise real property tax homeowners’ exemption for taxpayers 65 years and over from $160,000 to $180,000 and the homeowner tax exemption base from $120,000 to $140,000, both effective July 1, 2027. She highlighted the Charter Commission’s call for proposals and announced that the Councilmember now offers an electronic newsletter subscription.
• Report: Councilmember Okimoto September 2025 Report
• Newsletter QR Code Subscription: Subscription QR Code
Councilmember District 9 – Councilmember Augie Tulba – [1:28:23]: Aaron Michael Ho reported on the office’s work with community stakeholders in Aniani Place to address social and public safety issues, including illegal dumping, illegal parking, lack of street lighting, and unsafe sidewalks. They hosted an evening town hall and a large-scale beautification event with over 100 volunteers. He announced a beautification work day at Hawaiʻi Plantation Village on October 25, 2025.
• Report: Councilmember Tulba September 2025 Report
Governor Josh Green’s Representative – [1:31:22]: No representative present. Chair Macha noted the Governor’s report is available on the Google Drive.
• Report: Governor Green September 2025 Report
• Newsletter: Ke Ala Hou September 2025
Senate District 18 – Senator Michelle Kidani – [1:32:09]: No representative present. Report received and available on the Google Drive.
• Report: Senator Kidani September 2025 Report
Senate District 19 – Senator Henry Aquino – [1:32:12]: No representative present. Report received and available on the Google Drive.
• Report: Senator Aquino September 2025 Report
Representative District 35 – Representative Cory Chun – [1:32:36]: Corey Matsumoto provided a handout and offered to take questions back to the office.
• Report: Representative Chun September 2025 Report
Representative District 36 – Representative Rachele Lamosao – [1:33:32]: No representative present.
Representative District 37 – Representative Trish La Chica – [1:33:50]: Tosa Lobendahn announced that Rep. La Chica is in Taiwan with a delegation. She highlighted the District 37 survey (currently with about 600 responses), an upcoming Agrivoltaic Tour at Clearway Mililani Solar Farm on October 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and the Philly Rooted Festival 2025 celebrating Filipino history, heritage, and culture throughout October.
• Report: Representative La Chica September 2025 Report
Representative District 39 – Representative Elijah Pierick – [1:36:29]: No representative present.
US Representative Ed Case – [1:36:45]: Nestor Garcia provided updates on the looming federal government shutdown, noting that if it occurs on October 1, 2025 constituents can visit case.house.gov for guidance on accessing federal services. He announced a virtual talk story on October 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Hawaiʻi time and reminded about the October 10, 2025 deadline for service academy nominations.
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [1:39:49]
1. Senate Judiciary Discussion: Chair Macha expressed appreciation for Congressman Case’s participation in a Senate Judiciary discussion regarding rule of law, noting that no other federal legislators participated.
US Representative Jill Tokuda – [1:40:45]: No representative present.
REPORTS – [1:40:51]
Board of Water Supply – [1:40:54]: No representative present.
Reports of Board Members Attendance at other Meetings – [1:41:04]: Chair Macha reported attending the monthly chairs and vice chairs meeting with the Neighborhood Commission Office.
ANNOUNCEMENTS – [1:41:41]
Next Meeting: The next Regular meeting of the Waipahu Neighborhood Board No. 22 is on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the Filipino Community Center.
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.
Additional Announcements:
• Waipahu Community Association Spooky Trolley Tours 2025 on Saturday, October 4, 2025.
• Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking community input regarding parks or park areas where leashed dogs could be allowed. Currently, Waipahu has only two parks with dog privileges. For more information, contact Nathan Seroda at nathan.seroda@honolulu.gov.
ADJOURNMENT – [1:43:29]: The meeting was adjourned at 8:42 p.m.
Submitted by: Zhoydell Magaoay, Neighborhood Assistant
Reviewed by: Dylan Whitsell, Deputy Director
Finalized by: Richard Oshiro, Secretary & Darryl Macha, Chair

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