‘EWA NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 23

REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 7:00 P.M.
Ewa Beach Public Library 91-950 North Road, ʻEwa Beach, HI 96706 & WEBEX Teleconference
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Meeting Materials: Find an archive of handouts and referenced materials concerning to ʻEwa Neighborhood Board No. 23 at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1dzLurzztmyWv4B00ZQWXoxydjOBMv0cY
Video recording of this meeting can be found at: http://www.youtube.com/@NeighborhoodCommissionOffice
Rules of Speaking:
Aloha! This is your Community Public Forum; your input and cooperation are really appreciated. The ʻEwa Neighborhood Board is an advisory board and we provide fairness, integrity and collaboration to all to increase and assure effective citizen participation in the decisions of government. Anyone wishing to speak is asked to raise their hand, and when recognized by the Chair, to address comments to the Chair. Speakers are encouraged to keep their comments under one (1) minute – one (1) turn per person. Those giving reports are urged to keep their reports less than Three (3) minutes and presentations under 10 minutes. Please silence all electronic devices.
Video-Teleconference: The Board will be making a good-faith effort to provide the public with the opportunity to observe the meeting as it happens and an opportunity to provide oral testimony without a physical presence in the physical meeting room. Please ensure that your computer or phone is muted unless you are speaking.
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 vote eight (8) of this 11-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.
1. CALL TO ORDER: Chair John Clark III
A. Reading of the Rules of Speaking
B. Introduction of Board Members

2. PUBLIC SAFETY (FIRST RESPONDER) REPORTS: (Limited to three (3) minutes each report. Follow up questions & answers are limited to one (1) turn – one (1) minute per person. (Questions in private, or in writing, to these officials before or after they speak would be greatly appreciated in the interest of time).
A. Honolulu Fire Department – Duty Officer
B. Honolulu Police Department – Duty Officer
C. Ewa Weed & Seed Unit – Duty Officer https://www.weedandseedhi.org/ Phone (808) 376-7005

3. BOARD ADMINISTRATION AND PLANNING
A. Approval of Initial Convening Meeting Minutes: Thursday, August 14, 2025
B. Consideration and Approval to Adopt Forthcoming Resolution: Urging Immediate Action to Improve Children’s Safety Along Sidewalks on Papipi Road, Fronting Ewa Beach Elementary School.
C. Consideration and Approval to Adopt Forthcoming Resolution: Urging Immediate Action to Repair Air Conditioning Systems at Ewa Area Schools.

4. PRESENTATIONS
A. Verizon’s Proposed New Antenna Facility at Coral Creek Golf Course
B. Community Information – An Overview of the Kalaeloa Regional Park Website
C. Community Information – Climate Action Pathways (CAP) report
D. Community Information – Review of the Revised Charter of the City and County of Honolulu

5. RESIDENTS AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS: Limited to one (1) turn – two (2) minutes per person. Concerns or comments to Public Safety & Government Officials should be addressed in Sections two (2) & seven (7). In the interest of time, please be brief with your concerns or questions.

6. OTHER MONTHLY REPORTS: Limited to three (3) minutes per report. Follow up, questions & answers, and comments limited to (1) one turn – one (1) minute per person.
A. HUNT Communities Update
B. Gentry Homes Update
C. Haseko Homes Update
D. DR Horton Hoʻopili Update
7. GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS: (Limited to three (3) minutes per report. Follow up, questions & answers, and comments limited to (1) one turn – one (1) minute per person.
A. US Marine Corp Base Hawaii (MCBH) – Duty Officer
B. US Navy
C. US Army – Duty Officer
D. US Representative Ed Case – Quarterly Report
E. Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – Deputy Director Mark Yonamine myonamine@honolulu.gov
F. Councilmember District 1 – Councilmember Andria Tupola atupola@honolulu.gov
G. Councilmember District 9 – Councilmember Augie Tulba atulba@honolulu.gov
H. Board of Water Supply
I. Department of Education (DOE)
J. Governor Josh Green’s Representative – Tara Castrovinci tara.castrovinci@eoel.hawaii.gov
K. Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) – Quarterly report
L. Senate District 19 – Senator Henry Aquino senaquino@capitol.hawaii.gov
M. Senate District 20 – Senator Kurt Fevella senfevella@capitol.hawaii.gov
N. Senate District 21 – Senator Mike Gabbard sengabbard@capitol.hawaii.gov
O. Representative District 39 – Representative Elijah Pierick reppierick@capitol.hawaii.gov
P. Representative District 40 – Representative Julie Reyes Oda repreyesoda@capitol.hawaii.gov
Q. Representative District 41 – Representative David Alcos, III repalcos@capitol.hawaii.gov
R. Representative District 42 – Representative Diamond Garcia repgarcia@capitol.hawaii.gov

8. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Parks
B. Education
C. Transportation
D. Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO) Citizen’s Advisory
E. Public Safety/Community Outreach/Homeless Outreach
F. Economic Development
G. Climate Change
H. Hawaiian Affairs
I. Military Affairs

9. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Next Regular Meeting – Scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. – Virtually via Webex and in person at the ʻEwa Beach Public Library.
B. Regular Board Meetings are broadcasted every first Sunday at 6:00 p.m. and every second and fourth Friday at 10:00 a.m. on Ōlelo digital channel 49.

10. ADJOURNMENT

Hawaii Revised Statutes – §92-3 – Open meetings: Every meeting of all boards shall be open to the public and all persons shall be permitted to attend any meeting unless otherwise provided in the constitution or as closed pursuant to sections 92-4 and 92-5; provided that the removal of any person or persons who willfully disrupts a meeting to prevent and compromise the conduct of the meeting shall not be prohibited. The boards shall afford all interested persons an opportunity to submit data, views, or arguments, in writing, on any agenda item. The boards shall also afford all interested persons an opportunity to present oral testimony on any agenda item. The boards may provide for reasonable administration of oral testimony by rule.

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 Jeffrey Jones at (808) 768-3720 or e-mail jeffrey.jones@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, AUGUST 14, 2025 at 7:00 P.M.
EVA BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY – 91-950 NORTH ROAD, ʻEWA BEACH, HI 96706
AND VIA WEBEX TELECONFERENCING

Video recording of this meeting can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0z5xqdJnb0
Reports & other meeting materials can be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1dzLurzztmyWv4B00ZQWXoxydjOBMv0cY
1. CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:01]
Vice Chair Alexander Gaos called the ʻEwa Neighborhood Board No. 23 meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. Quorum was established with 8 members present. Note: This 11-member Board requires six (6) members to establish quorum and to take official Board action.
Members Present: Noah Borgia, John Clark III, Alexander Gaos (online), Mike Plowman, John Rogers, Corey Rosenlee, Zachary Espino, and Charmaine Valerio.
Members Absent: Bernadette Pada, Susan Gorman-Chang, and Mitchell Tynanes.
Guests: Sergeant Fumi Muraoka, Lieutenant Marino Carreira, and Corporal Makino (Honolulu Police Department); Selena Jentkowski (US Army Garrison Hawaii); Chief Jose Jaen (US Navy); Marine Corps Base Hawaii Representative; Mark Yonamine (Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Office); Jeannie Timoteo (Councilmember Andria Tupola’s Office); Nathaniel Isei (Senator Henry Aquino’s Office); Melanie (Senator Mike Gabbard’s Office); Nestor Garcia (US Representative Ed Case’s Office); Robbie Allen (Representative Julie Reyes Oda’s Office); Senator Kurt Fevella; Nate Serota (Department of Parks and Recreation); McKenna Woodward (Office of Hawaiian Affairs); Olivia Eagle, Ella Alexander, and Yvonne Yoro (Representative Amy Peruso’s Office); Andrea Diaz Machado (Ke Kula Kaiapuni ʻo Kapolei); Donald Gilbert and Corey (ʻEwa Beach Surf Club); Lisa Enanoria (Haseko Homes); Joe Akana, David Aki, Tara Rojas, Kelei Akana, Tiana Afala, and other residents. Note: Name was not included if not legible. There were approximately 90 total participants.
2. ELECTION OF OFFICERS – [0:02:52]

Chair (To Serve from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026) – [0:03:02]: Vice Chair Gaos opened nominations for Board Chair. Rogers nominated John Clark III, seconded by Rosenlee. Borgia nominated Mitchell Tynanes, seconded by Gaos. A roll call vote was conducted. The motion to elect John Clark III as Chair was ADOPTED; 7-1 (Clark III: Borgia, Clark, Espino, Rogers, Rosen Lee, Valerio, Gaos; Tynanes: Plowman) – [0:07:32]

Chair Clark III ran the remainder of the meeting.
3. PUBLIC SAFETY (FIRST RESPONDER) REPORTS – [0:09:32]
Honolulu Fire Department – [0:09:32]: No representative present. Jeffrey Jones (Neighborhood Commission Office) provided the incident statistics for July 2025: one (1) structure fire, two (2) wildland/brush fires, four (4) nuisance fires, no cooking fires, six (6) activated alarms, 186 medical emergencies, one (1) motor vehicle collision with pedestrian, nine (9) motor vehicle crash/collisions, and one (1) hazardous materials incident.
• Safety Tip: Emergency Notifications Resources – Understanding how you’ll be alerted during urgent emergencies and knowing where to find accurate official information is a key part of being prepared. Learn more at honolulu.gov/dem/stay-informed. Opt-in alerts notify individuals who have signed up to receive alerts via text, email, or app push notifications based on user preferences. Sign up at hnlalert.gov to receive notifications.
Honolulu Police Department – [0:11:42]: Sergeant Fumi Muraoka provided the crime statistics for July 2025.
• July 2025 Statistics: There were 23 motor vehicle thefts (five in ʻEwa), 14 burglaries (two in ʻEwa), 110 thefts (22 in ʻEwa area), 17 unauthorized entries into motor vehicles (one in ʻEwa area), 1,314 citations issued, and 9,111 total calls for service in the district (2,730 calls in ʻEwa Beach area).
• Gun Buyback Event: Sergeant Muraoka announced a District 8 gun buyback operation taking place the following day at Waipahu Police Station between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Only vehicles dropping off guns would be accepted, no walk-ins, and no questions asked. The Department of Law Enforcement would provide gift cards: $100 for normal rifles, single action, semi-auto and automatic firearms, and $200 for others. No ammunition would be accepted.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:13:59]
1. Business Road Signs: Rogers asked about business road signs around Renton Road and Fort Weaver Road. Sergeant Muraoka said he would investigate and provide an answer at the next meeting.
2. Vehicle Ticketing: Gaos inquired about vehicles ticketed on ʻEwa Beach Road. Lieutenant Carreira explained that DTS forwarded a complaint about vehicles parked on unimproved sidewalks, requiring HPD to issue citations.
3. Firework Buyback Event: Plowman asked about future fireworks buyback events. Sergeant Muraoka responded there were currently no plans but would make the suggestion.
4. Disaster Preparedness: Resident David Aki asked about disaster plans for hurricane season and whether crime rates had decreased. Sergeant Muraoka confirmed they have plans in place with city, state, and federal partners and that crime rates have decreased since COVID.
5. Dispatch Log Asseccibility: Resident Joe Akana asked about accessing dispatch logs. Sergeant Muraoka explained that call records are maintained and can be requested through honolulu.org if the case is closed.
Board Member Tynanes joined online.; 9 Members present.
ʻEwa Weed & Seed – [0:28:47]: Sergeant Fumi Muraoka announced the Legacy Luncheon on November 14 at the Okinawan Center, an annual event to benefit their nonprofit organization.
4. BOARD ADMINISTRATION AND PLANNING – [0:29:41]
Approval of Initial Convening Meeting Minutes: Thursday, July 10, 2025 – [0:29:46]: Rogers MOVED and Rosenlee SECONDED to approve the Thursday, July 10, 2025 Initial Convening Minutes. Hearing no discussion, the motion was ADOPTED with a vote count of 9-0-0 (Aye: Gaos, Clark III, Tynanes, Rogers, Borgia, Valerio, Espino, Rosenlee, Plowman; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:30:14]
Consideration to Adopt Resolution: Urging Immediate Action to Improve Traffic and Pedestrian Safety at Holomua Elementary School – [0:30:57]: Espino presented the resolution highlighting safety concerns during drop-off and pickup times at Holomua Elementary School, including illegal left turns, damaged delineators, and pedestrian safety risks. He noted that Principal Bonilla and Representative Reyes Oda had secured funding through the state’s Department of Transportation Safe Routes to School program.
• Resolution: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YZuMgdpWzrMS3A1bvvPYFHVyHreVQVGm/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115604878251730642927&rtpof=true&sd=true

[0:33:16] – Rogers MOVED and Gaos SECONDED to adopt the resolution with the proposed amendments. Discussion followed.

[0:34:16] – Rosenlee MOVED and Gaos SECONDED to approve adding an amendment to the resolution, stating a partnership with the City to expedite the funds. A voice vote was conducted and ADOPTED with a vote count of 9-0-0 (Aye: Gaos, Clark III, Tynanes, Rogers, Borgia, Valerio, Espino, Rosenlee, Plowman; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:35:30]

[0:35:45] Espino MOVED and Gaos SECONDED to adopt the resolution with the amendment to include expediting funds and partnering with the City’s Department of Transportation Services. A voice vote was conducted and ADOPTED with a vote count of 9-0-0 (Aye: Gaos, Clark III, Tynanes, Rogers, Borgia, Valerio, Espino, Rosenlee, Plowman; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:37:03]

Consideration to Adopt Resolution: Acknowledging Community Engagement Regarding a Proposed Offshore Aquaculture Project off ʻEwa Beach – [0:37:43]: Gaos explained that the resolution had been revised to acknowledge Ocean Era’s presentation and express interest in remaining engaged as the project develops, rather than providing outright support for the project.
• Resolution: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1r1xrfDAJQrk0OSN4rh3QaFq_kEuku0mI/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115604878251730642927&rtpof=true&sd=true
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:40:50]
1. Environmental Assessment: Plowman asked about the status of the environmental assessment. Neil (Ocean Era) explained it was considered incomplete because more public input was needed, which they have been gathering over the past year.
2. Operation Concerns: Resident Tara Rojas expressed concerns about allowing for-profit operations in the ʻEwa Beach limu management area and urged the board to reject the project.
3. Decline of Limu: Resident David Aki opposed the project, noting the historical abundance of limu in the area that has since declined and expressing concern about further impacts.
4. Natural Resource Destruction: Resident Kelei Akana shared concerns about destruction of natural resources and emphasized the need for community-based solutions.
[0:53:41] – Rogers MOVED and Rosenlee SECONDED to adopt the resolution as written. A roll call vote was conducted. The motion was ADOPTED; 8-0-1 (Aye: Borgia, Espino, Gaos, Plowman, Rogers, Rosen Lee, Tynanes, Valerio; Nay: None; Abstain: Clark) – [0:54:06]
Consideration to Adopt Resolution: Calling on Marine Corps Base Hawaii and Hawaii Department Of Health To Conduct Comprehensive Lead And Antimony Testing In And Around The Puʻuloa Range Training Facility To Evaluate Potential Impacts To The Public – [0:55:37]: Plowman presented the resolution produced by the Military Affairs Committee, which calls for comprehensive testing by the Marines and Department of Health, and supports the working group established by Representative Reyes Oda.
• Resolution: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_kVW7N_1Y1OWhq0gCZn5lkn1YZlFB6Y5/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:59:29]
1. Resolution Support: Resident Tara Rojas emphasized that this issue has been discussed for years and urged passage of the resolution.
2. Event Prevention: Resident Cory Asuncion noted he had postponed his keiki fishing tournament for two years due to lead contamination in the water.
3. More Testing: Gaos expressed support for the resolution as a crucial step to pressure the Department of Health and Marines to conduct more comprehensive testing.
[1:02:25] – Plowman MOVED and Rosenlee SECONDED to adopt the resolution as written. The motion was ADOPTED by voice vote with a vote count of 8-0-1 (Aye: Borgia, Espino, Gaos, Plowman, Rogers, Rosenlee, Tynanes, Valerio; Nay: None; Abstain: Clark) – [1:02:32]
Consideration to Adopt Resolution: Ke Kula Kaiapuni ʻo Kapolei to a K-12 Hawaiian Immersion School within the ʻEwa Moku – [1:03:09]: Andrea Diaz Machado, parent and president of Kōhei ʻEwa (parent and community advisory organization), presented the resolution supporting the expansion of Ke Kula Kaiapuni ʻo Kapolei into a K-12 Hawaiian immersion school. She explained that the school has grown 285% from year one to year three, with 27 students currently enrolled in grades 7-9.
• Resolution:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xr9dFvGc_uoh7s_-ZHojjO2_xcp_FHUq/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115604878251730642927&rtpof=true&sd=true
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:08:07]
1. Resolution Purpose: Clark asked why the resolution was needed. Machado explained it would demonstrate community support to leverage their case with the legislature.
2. Supporting Program: Rosenlee expressed excitement about having Hawaiian immersion education on the Leeward side of the island.
3. Supporting Program (cont.): Senator Fevella expressed 100% support, explaining that the DOE has historically avoided responsibility for Hawaiian language education.
4. Civic Engagement: Resident Tara Rojas described the resolution as “the most exciting item” she had heard at any meeting and suggested including civic engagement in the curriculum.
[1:18:05] – The motion to adopt the resolution was ADOPTED by voice vote with a vote count of 9-0-0 (Aye: Gaos, Clark III, Tynanes, Rogers, Borgia, Valerio, Espino, Rosenlee, Plowman; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [1:18:10]
5. PRESENTATIONS – [1:18:25]

Harmful Effects of Pesticide Use in Hawaiʻi – [1:19:02]: Olivia Eagle from Representative Amy Perruso’s office presented on pesticides in Hawaii and their effects on the community. She explained the difference between general use pesticides (GUPs) and restricted use pesticides (RUPs), noting that RUPs require certification for purchase and use. Eagle highlighted that Act 45 (2018) requires reporting of RUPs to the Hawaii Department of Agriculture and implemented 100-foot buffer zones around schools, but these measures are insufficient as some pesticides can drift up to a mile. The presentation included maps showing pesticide application in the ʻEwa area, including areas near Holomua Elementary School. Eagle outlined priorities for the 2026 legislative session, including better reporting systems, increased buffer zones (up to 1/4 to 1/2 mile), including community facilities in buffer zones, classifying neonicotinoids as RUPs, and improving transparency in labeling.
• Presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1keR8AUN3eQrkRdulYQMCBaJ0xUP6anqR/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:28:42]
1. Military Pesticide Use: Plowman asked about tracking the military’s use of pesticides. Eagle responded that military applicators should be registered but would follow up with more information.
2. Termite Treatments: Tynanes inquired about termite treatments. The representative explained that while wood preservers claim neonicotinoids don’t leach into soil or groundwater, research shows potential for leaching due to environmental factors.
3. Pesticide Application on Navy Land: Rogers noted that the large area of pesticide application shown on the map is Navy land around West Loch weapons station that is leased to farmers.
4. Natural Alternatives: Resident Tara Rojas suggested exploring natural alternatives for pest control, including for CRB (Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle) management.
Introducing DPR Initiative to Have More City Parks to Allow Leashed Dogs – [1:34:02]: Nate Serota from the Department of Parks and Recreation presented an initiative to expand dog privileges in city parks. Currently, less than 15% of parks allow leashed or off-leash dogs, with only one park in the ʻEwa area (ʻEwa Beach Community Park) permitting dogs. Serota addressed concerns about irresponsible pet owners and dangerous dogs, noting plans for a pilot program to install poop bag dispensers and increased signage. He also mentioned that the state legislature passed a law codifying what constitutes a dangerous dog and increasing penalties for attacks.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:38:36]
1. Leashed Dog Support:u Rogers expressed support for allowing leashed dogs in more parks so people can bring their dogs when attending children’s activities.
2. Strategy to Choose Parks: A community member suggested being strategic about which parks allow dogs, recommending areas that are less heavily used.
3. Dog Biting Concerns: Clark shared concerns about dog bites based on personal experience, emphasizing the unpredictability of dogs in unfamiliar settings.
4. Allowing Dogs in Certain Areas: Serota suggested that a compromise could be to allow dogs only in certain sections of parks, such as the perimeter rather than field areas.
Updates on Cultural Protection and Community Investment – [1:47:17]: McKenna Woodward from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) presented on OHA’s role in protecting ʻIwi kūpuna and community investment. OHA advocates for the preservation of culturally significant sites, participates in state and federal consultation processes, and intervenes when development projects may endanger cultural or burial sites. Woodward highlighted OHA’s investments in Hawaiian-focused charter schools ($6.78 million for fiscal years 2026-27), community grants for economic stability, emergency financial assistance programs, health initiatives, and housing programs.
• Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ULCgsqUDR3CUcQn2AbFR390a1rI39qOb/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115604878251730642927&rtpof=true&sd=true
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:55:19]
1. Cultural Resource Monitoring: Clark asked if OHA is involved with monitoring cultural resources at the new Kalaeloa parklands. Woodward confirmed their compliance division processes applications but would follow up with more specific information.
2. Changing Usage of Terms: Resident Tara Rojas suggested using the term “Kānaka Maoli” instead of “Native Hawaiian” in OHA materials and asked about OHA’s participation in the Army Program Comment process regarding historic properties.
ʻEwa Beach Surf Club Concerns on Hau Bush (Oneʻula Beach Park) – [1:59:14]: Cory Asuncion and Donald Gilbert from the ʻEwa Beach Surf Club presented concerns about conditions at Oneʻula Beach Park (Hau Bush). They described the beach as a “wild west” where rules are not enforced, including issues with overnight fishing lines endangering surfers, littering, stray dogs, and houseless individuals. Gilbert, who has been a caretaker of the beach since 1986, expressed disappointment at how conditions have deteriorated. The club organizes beach cleanups every third Saturday and is advocating for better enforcement of existing rules, signage, and a bathroom facility in phase two of park improvements.
• Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1oeiznWwGe2KWBLaDSGJEoEiHlo_NO1xz/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115604878251730642927&rtpof=true&sd=true
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:08:31]
1. 808 Cleanups: Rogers mentioned previous cleanup efforts with 808 Cleanups and suggested reconnecting with that organization.
2. Board Participation: Clark noted that board members have participated in beach cleanups in the past.
3. Plowman suggested the issue was not a need for more restrictions but better enforcement of existing rules.
4. Allocated Budget: Rogers informed that there is $1.6 million in the council budget for planning and design of a bathroom facility.
5. Lack of Enforcement: Resident Cory Asuncion described challenges with enforcement, particularly regarding stray dogs, as HPD refers to the Humane Society, which expects residents to catch the dogs themselves.
6. RESIDENTS AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS – [2:13:32]
• Hawaiian Kingdom Track and Field Team – [2:13:59]: Representatives from the Hawaiian Kingdom Track and Field Team announced their upcoming participation in the Oceania Cup in Tonga in October. This marks the first time Hawaii has been given the opportunity to represent the Hawaiian Kingdom in this international competition. The team includes athletes from Campbell High School and recent graduates. They thanked sponsors including Haseko and Hakakau Charities for providing $6,500 in donations.
• Hawaii’s Biosecurity Law Bill – [2:17:38]: Joe Akana raised concerns about Act 236, Hawaii’s Biosecurity Law Bill, which he described as giving the government authorization to take agricultural property from farms without warrants. He stated the law was signed on June 27, 2025, and violates constitutional protections.
• E-Bike Workshop – [2:19:25]: John Rogers announced that Hawaii Bicycling League is holding an E-Bike 101 workshop in Kapolei on August 23 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The workshop provides information about electric bikes and allows participants to test various models. Registration is available at hbl.org.
7. OTHER MONTHLY REPORTS – [2:21:07]
Hunt Communities Update – [2:21:36]: No representative present.
Gentry Homes Update – [2:21:44]: Neighborhood Assistant Jeffrey Jones shared an email update from Sunny Rosario stating that Gentry’s engineers continue to reach out to the Department of Transportation Services (DTS) regarding signal plans for the Geiger Road light but have not received responses. Senator Fevella offered to facilitate a meeting with DTS to address the issue.
Haseko Homes Update – [2:23:59]: Lisa Enanoria announced that Halia by Side Street Inn has opened in the former Kitchen Door area as of August 4.
DR Horton Hoʻopili Update – [2:24:42]: No representative present.
8. GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS – [2:24:59]
US Marine Corps Base Hawaii – [2:24:59]: The representative thanked everyone who attended the air show, which drew over 70,000 people. He reported that the Puʻuloa working group had begun and announced plans to install a sand fence along the Foxtrot Range at Puʻuloa Range to discourage erosion and encourage natural dune formation.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:26:31]
1. Evacuation Procedures: Plowman raised concerns about the Cormorant Avenue gate being wired shut during the recent tsunami evacuation despite previous assurances it would be opened for emergencies. He requested that opening the gate be made an automatic part of evacuation procedures.
2. Unnecessary Evacuation: A resident noted that many people evacuated unnecessarily during the tsunami warning, as parts of North Road and areas north of Kalaeloa are in the safe zone.
US Navy – [2:32:35]: Chief Jose Jaen announced that the weekly newsletter “Moʻōlelo” is available by request. Ship tours are available on Saturdays for groups of 7-20 people, and white boat tours are offered monthly. The Laulima Navy community service program has reached 234 acts of service, approaching their goal of 250 before the Navy’s birthday in October.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:33:58]
1. Ongoing Health Concerns: Resident Tara Rojas mentioned that despite positive community relations, another case has been filed by Red Hill families who are still experiencing health effects.
US Army – [2:34:37]: Selena Jentikowski announced an upcoming hiring fair on August 19 at Helemano Military Reservation, the Wounded Warrior Canoe Regatta on August 23, and annual training scheduled for late October through early November.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:36:07]
1. Army Program Comment Process: Resident Tara Rojas urged the Army to inform the community about the Army Program Comment process currently underway, with the final consultation scheduled for the following Thursday.
Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – [2:40:47]: Mark Yonamine provided updates on several issues: for coconut rhinoceros beetle concerns, he directed residents to crbhawaii.org; regarding delineators at Holomua Elementary, he reported that DTS and HDOT are working to expedite installation; and on bus route 421 Kapilina, he explained that DTS will monitor the 9-month pilot program before considering a second route due to bus driver shortages.
Councilmember District 1 – Councilmember Andria Tupola – [2:42:11]: Jeannie Timoteo reminded the community about the watershed management town hall meeting (virtual) on August 26 and the Kalaeloa interim racetrack proposal review during the HHP committee on August 19.
Councilmember District 9 – Councilmember Augie Tulba – [2:42:51]: No representative present.
Board of Water Supply – [2:43:04]: No representative present.
Department of Education (DOE) – [2:43:11]: No representative present.
Governor Josh Green’s Representative – [2:43:11]: No representative present.
Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) – [2:43:41]: No representative present.
Senate District 19 – Senator Henry Aquino – [2:43:18]: Nathaniel Isei noted that he had submitted a report earlier that day and stood by for questions.
Senate District 20 – Senator Kurt Fevella – [2:37:40]: Senator Fevella reported that TheBus will start services at 6:45 a.m. from Fort Weaver Road to Iroquois Point, with afternoon service at 4:36 p.m. from the transfer station. He also announced that negotiations with the city have resulted in the decision not to close the gate by Renton Road at the train station. Additionally, he mentioned free bed distribution on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., limited to king and full-size mattresses.
Senate District 21 – Senator Mike Gabbard – [2:43:57]: Melanie June announced that Senator Gabbard’s next Listen Story meeting is on Saturday, August 23, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the Kapolei High School Teachers Lounge. The guest speaker will be Dr. Keith Weiser, program manager for the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Response Team. A Zoom option is available by RSVP to the senator’s office.
US Representative Ed Case – [2:44:42]: Nestor Garcia shared that the congressman’s latest e-newsletter was available in the chat. He announced that the virtual talk story town hall scheduled for July 29 was canceled due to the tsunami warning and will be rescheduled. He also informed that applications for congressional nominations to service academies are being accepted until October 10.
Representative District 39 – Representative Elijah Pierick – [2:45:59]: No representative present.
Representative District 40 – Representative Julie Reyes Oda – [2:46:29]: Robbie Allen announced that over the next few weeks, Representative Reyes Oda’s office will be walking the district with surveys to hear directly from the community and mailing surveys to areas they cannot reach on foot.
Representative District 41 – Representative David Alcos, III – [2:46:17]: No representative present.
Representative District 42 – Representative Diamond Garcia – [2:46:18]: No representative present.
9. COMMITTEE REPORTS – [2:47:28]
Brief updates were provided for several committees, with most reports submitted to the Google Drive.
10. ANNOUNCEMENTS – [2:47:45]
• Next Regular Meeting – Scheduled for Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. – Virtually via Webex and in person at the ʻEwa Beach Public Library.
• Regular Board Meetings are broadcasted every first Sunday at 6:00 p.m. and every second and fourth Friday at 10:00 a.m. on Ōlelo digital channel 49.
11. ADJOURNMENT – [2:48:00]
The meeting was adjourned at 9:58 p.m.
Submitted by: Jeffrey Jones, Neighborhood Assistant, NCO
Reviewed by: Dylan Buck, Community Relations Specialist, NCO
Finalized by:

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