WAI‘ANAE COAST NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 24

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 6:30 P.M.- 9:15 P.M.
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Rules of Speaking: Anyone intending to speak, we will ask that in-person attendees’ line up at the microphone. Attendees joining us virtually, please raise your virtual hand. When recognized by the Chair, state your name clearly for the minutes. Comments must be kept under two (2) minutes. Official’s monthly reports must be kept under three (3) minutes. Presentations are asked to stay under ten (10) minutes. Sergeant-At-Arms will be keeping time, please conclude your comments when the timer goes off or asked to end by the Chair. When making comments, please address your remarks to the Chair. Silence all electronic devices.

Working Agreements: Please be respectful while others are speaking, let’s agree to disagree and please refrain from making any comments and gestures towards fellow community members on any topic. While addressing concern please stay within the (2) minutes or yield the remaining of your time if less and try to stay on topic one concern at a time. No more than two concerns shall be heard in one single meeting any more than the allotted amount please feel free to fill out our concern sheets in writing or speak to me after our meeting is adjourned.

Ground Rules: We have a tight schedule. To finish on time, community concerns and questions for presenters will be limited. Subcommittees are created to provide further discussion and address concerns. The Board agenda is to bring to the floor so that the community may be aware of the events and interact unrestricted at subcommittees.

Order of Decorum – The Neighborhood Plan states: §2-13-104 Standards of conduct. (a) Board members, in the performance of their duties, shall demonstrate by their example the highest standards of ethical conduct, to the end that the public may justifiably have trust and confidence in the integrity of the neighborhood board system. Board members shall hold their offices or positions for the benefit of the public, shall recognize that the public’s interest is their primary concern and shall faithfully discharge the duties of their offices regardless of personal considerations.

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 (5) of this 9-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 Savaiinaea
1.1 Pu / Blowing of Conch Shell: Kaukaohu Wahilani
1.2 Oli: Nani Peterson
1.3 Pule Wehe: Kimberly Haupu
1.4 Moment of silence for former Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa and Wai’anae resident and advocate, Verna Mae Leimomi Landford-Bright

2. Declaration Of Any Conflicts by Board Members: Board members to state if they hold any conflicts regarding any issue under board business, per Section 2-14-116 and Section 2-13-105 of the Neighborhood Plan, that would require disclosure or recusal.

3. City Emergency & First Responder Report: (Limited to three (3) minutes each)
3.1 Honolulu Fire Department (HFD)
i. Fire Response Search Tool-HFD website: Fire.Honolulu.gov
3.2 Honolulu Police Department (HPD)
i. Crime Stats / Crime Mapping website: HonoluluPD.org
3.3 Honolulu Ocean Safety Department
3.4 Board of Water Supply (BWS)

4. Military Official Report: (Limited to three (3) minutes each)
4.1 Army Representative- Lt. Colonel Sean Stroh

5. Certificate of Appreciation for Calvin Endo and Jeffrey Jones

6. Committee Reports: (Limited to (3) minutes each)
6.1 Housing/ Homelessness-Chair Nani Peterson

7. Presentations: (Limited to ten (10) minutes)
7.1 Maunakai & Associates-CSY MOUA single family dwelling project 84-909 Moua St.
(TMK:8-4-005:008)
7.2 Neighborhood Commission Patrick Smith-Chair & Larry Veray-Vice-Chair
7.3 Point One Vision: Oahu Pentathlon-Community input on 6th annual event on August 8-9, 2026

8. Community Concerns: Limited to two (2) minutes

9. Elected Officials & State Department Reports: (Limited to three (3) minutes each)
9.1 Mayor Rick Blangiardi Representative-Dawn Apuna
9.2 Council Member District 1- Andria Tupola
9.3 Governor Green’s Representative-Diamond Badajos
9.4 Department of Hawaiian Homelands (DHHL)-Diamond Badajos
9.5 State Senator Samantha DeCorte, Senate District 22
9.6 State Representative Chris Muraoka, House District 45
9.7 State Representative Darius Kila, House District 44

10. Board Business
10.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes: Tuesday, May 5, 2026

11. Announcements
11.1 iQ360 Lynn Miyahara – announce upcoming JERA informational event for community
11.2 Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Response of University of Hawai’I Announcement – Arisa Barcinas
11.3 Full City Council – Wednesday, June 3, 2026 @ 10:00am location: Zoom/ Honolulu Hale to testify for Bill 23 and resolution to create a task force to end landfills
11.4 Next regular board meeting on Tuesday July 7, 2027, to elect board officers to serve Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – Wednesday, June 30, 2027 @ 6:30pm @ Wai’anae Public Library (meeting room) 85-625 Farrington Hwy, Wai’anae, HI 96792

12. Adjournment

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DRAFT REGULAR MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026 at 6:30 P.M.
WAI’ANAE PUBLIC LIBRARY (MEETING ROOM) – 85-625 FARRINGTON HWY, WAI’ANAE, HI 96792
AND VIA WEBEX TELECONFERENCING

Video recording of this meeting can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMtM7ZPVwSw&t=11s

Reports & other meeting materials can be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/15Jr_oT5HYGh5APaB2jHRsetQtIb71X0N

CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:29]
Chair Savaiinaea called the Wai’anae Neighborhood Board No. 24 meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and recited the rules of speaking. Quorum was established with 6 members present. Note: This nine-member Board requires 5 members to establish quorum and to take official Board action.

Members Present: Teri Savaiinaea, Richard Landford Jr., Cross Crabbe, Kimberly Haupu, Dana Newman, Jo Jordan, Kaukaohu Wahilani (joined at 6:33 p.m.), and Nani Peterson (joined at 6:43 p.m.).

Members Absent: None.

Guests: Firefighter Mike Donney (Honolulu Fire Department); Sergeant Fumi Muraoka, Corporal Cory Makino (HPD District 8 Community Policing Team); Lieutenant Blake Caporoz (Ocean Safety); Dawn Apuna (Mayor Blangiardi’s Representative); Kika Tapeni (Councilmember Tupola’s Office); Senator Samantha DeCorte, Julina Feliciano (State Senate District 22); Representative Chris Muraoka (State House District 45); Major Patrick Wolff (Army Representative); Kauai Hico (Board of Water Supply); Pua Aiu (Department of Land and Natural Resources); McKenna White (Planning Solutions, Inc); Tiare, Tristie (Kealahou West Oahu); Blessings De La Cruz, Stone Perez, Kapua Keliikoa-Kamai, Kalei Salcedo, Austin Salcedo, Keline Kahau, Malie Desoto, Roiti Vilmaire, Inger Kae Pacheco, August, Al, Amy Lee, Ann Botticelli, Chenoa Salmon, Jackie Beckman, Johnnie-Mae Perry, Michael William Kalino Eli, Mike Buck, Kolana (Guests & Residents); Rachel Cristobal (Neighborhood Commission Office). Note: Name was not included if not legible or not stated clearly. There was a total of 49 participants including those on WebEx.

Pu / Blowing of Conch Shell – [0:01:22]: No representative was present.

Oli – [0:01:32]: Newman provided the oli (chant).

Pule Wehe – [0:02:59]: Haupu opened the meeting with prayer.

DECLARATION OF ANY CONFLICTS BY BOARD MEMBERS – [0:03:38]: Hearing none, the meeting proceeded.

Wahilani joined at 6:33 p.m.; 7 members present.

FIRST RESPONDER REPORT – [0:03:57]
Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – [0:03:57]: Firefighter Mike Donney reported the following:
● April 2026 Statistics: 0 structure fires, 1 wildland fire, 9 nuisance fires, 1 cooking fire, 6 activated alarms, 137 medical incidents, 1 motor vehicle crash/collision, 2 mountain rescues, and 1 ocean rescue.
● Fire Safety Tip: Wildfire season approaching — clear brush, avoid sparks in dry/windy weather. See fire.honolulu.gov and HawaiiWildfire.org.
● Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lQj6iCrl-YaiKgfYNgXK0bz8HnXeyO4_/view?usp=drive_link

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) – [0:06:19]: Corporal Makino and Sergeant Muraoka introduced themselves. Corporal Makino reported the following:
● April 2026 Statistics: Motor vehicle thefts – 20 district / 2 Waiʻanae; Burglaries – 14 / 5; Thefts – 105 / 25; Unauthorized entry into motor vehicle (UEMV) – 21 / 6; Speeding – 819 citations; Moving violations – 308; Parking violations – 133; Total citations – 816; Calls for service – 8,413 district / 2,106 Waiʻanae.
● Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bCbFzKwEFsu6Yc3BOIy_JvLsH1VBVh2m/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments, and concerns – [0:08:47]
1. Trespassing & Burglary on Agricultural Land – A Warning to Fellow Property Owners: Austin Salcedo thanked HPD for their swift response to a trespassing and burglary incident on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at his agricultural property in Keeʻau, where two perpetrators had cut the gate padlock and broken into a dwelling under construction. A detective is on the case, and video footage of the perpetrators spread widely across social media. He urged fellow agricultural landowners to have security cameras on their properties and to be aware of Duke’s Law (Act 235), which classifies crimes on agricultural land as agricultural crimes — carrying a minimum Class C felony charge.

Honolulu Ocean Safety Department – [0:11:15]: Lieutenant Blake Caporoz reported the following:
● April 2026 Statistics: 23,524 preventative actions; 9 rescues (4 kayakers at Kaʻena Point, missing swimmer at Kahe Point., kite surfer at Hau Bush); 1 near-drowning – 6-year-old at Koʻolina Villas pool (resuscitated); medical cases at Pōkaʻī Bay, Māʻili Beach, and Keaʻau Beach Park; 1 shark sighting at Kahe Point.
● Summer Safety: Wear sun protection and stay hydrated.

Peterson joined at 6:43 p.m.; 8 members present.

Board of Water Supply (BWS) – [0:14:07]: Item was discussed later in the meeting.

Chair Savaiinaea announced that there are 2 board members that will be leaving the meeting early, so she asked the board if there were any objections to moving up the Filling of Vacant Board Seat and Resolution: Makāiwa Hills Landfill next onto the agenda – [0:14:07]. Hearing no objections; Chair Savaiinaea proceeded.

FILLING OF VACANT BOARD SEAT – [0:14:51]
Sub 2 Vacancy-Makaha – [0:14:51]: Chair Savaiinaea thanked Calvin Endo for his service and asked if there were any nominations from the board for Subdistrict 2. Wahilani nominated Malie Desoto and there were no other nominations – [0:15:21]. A voice vote was conducted; Malie Desoto was APPOINTED by the board with the vote of 8-0-0 (Aye: Savaiinaea, Landford Jr., Crabbe, Haupu, Newman, Jordan, Wahilani, Peterson. Nay: None. Abstain: None.) – [0:16:51].

Chair Savaiinanea called for a short recess to have Desoto sworn in at 6:47 p.m.
Desoto was sworn in at 6:48 p.m.; 9 members present.
The meeting was called back to order at 6:49 p.m.

RESOLUTION: MAKĀIWA HILLS LANDFILL (2026-PIM-2) – OPPOSITION – [0:20:06]
Chair Savaiinaea presented the resolution, “Opposing Public Infrastructure Map Amendment No. 2026-PIM-2 and the Proposed Makāiwa Hills Landfill Expansion.” The resolution addressed: (1) continued concentration of Oʻahu’s waste on the Waiʻanae Coast; (2) potential environmental, cultural, and community impacts; (3) environmental justice considerations; (4) a request for an independent health impact assessment to evaluate long-term health impacts on surrounding communities; and (5) a formal audit of the Landfill Site Advisory Committee.
Chair Savaiinaea opened the floor for board discussion and any proposed amendments followed by public testimony – [0:22:35]. Responses provided were in opposition of the landfill — citing concerns about ancestral burial sites (iwi), artesian wells, cancer rates in the community, and a desire for alternative waste solutions rather than continued use of their land as a dumping ground. There were no further discussions or testimonies. Wahilani MOVED and Landford Jr. SECONDED to adopt the resolution, “Opposing Public Infrastructure Map Amendment No. 2026-PIM-2 and the Proposed Makāiwa Hills Landfill Expansion” – [0:36:05]. There was no further discussion. The motion was ADOPTED; 8-0-1 (Aye: Savaiinaea, Haupu, Landford Jr., Crabbe, Jordan, Desoto, Wahilani, Peterson. Nay: None. Abstain: Newman.) – [0:37:28]

MONTHLY REPORTS – [0:37:50]
Army Representative – [0:37:50]: Major Patrick Wolff reported the following:
● Dust Suppressant (“Rhino Snot”) Response: Water-based polymer stabilizers are used only in limited, controlled areas (training ranges, helipads) – not in public access areas. All applications meet environmental compliance standards. No health risk to the community identified. Major Wolff committed to providing product data sheet links.

Questions, comments, and concerns – [0:39:32]
1. Concerns About “Rhino Snot” Contamination: Kalei Salcedo raised concerns that a dust-blocking spray called “Rhino Snot” used by the Army at Makua washed into the ocean after heavy rains, potentially contaminating fish that local families eat, and called on the Army to be more transparent about its health risks.
2. No Ocean Water Sampling Has Been Done at Makua: Austin Salcedo highlighted that despite years of requests from a board member, no ocean water sampling or environmental impact study has ever been conducted near the Makua area to determine if contaminants from the range have washed into the ocean. He called for collaboration with the State Department of Health’s Clean Water Branch to finally collect and analyze water and ocean life samples in that area.
3. Funding May Be the Holdup for Ocean Water Study: Johnnie-Mae suggested that the reason no ocean water sampling has been done may come down to funding, and proposed that the Senator may need to formally request funding in order for the study to move forward.

MONTHLY REPORTS (CONTINUED) – [0:37:50]
Board of Water Supply (BWS) (Continued) – [0:14:07]: Kauai Hico reported the following:
● April 2026 Main Breaks: Three breaks on Farrington Highway.
● Water Conservation: Water plants in the morning, take shorter showers, check for toilet leaks, apply for BWS rebates.
● Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11-TSq0Epo9JKNMFeUtmvmE6saEf5usST/view?usp=drive_link

Crabbe left at 7:08 p.m; 8 members present.

Questions, comments, and concerns – [0:45:10]
1. Questions on Aging Water Pipes and Solutions: Kalei Salcedo asked why water breaks are so frequent in the 96792 area and what the Board of Water Supply plans to do about it. Kauai explained that corrosion from the coastal soil is the main cause of the aging cast iron pipes degrading, and acknowledged her suggestion of using modern pipe-coating technology, saying he would relay the question.

PRESENTATIONS – [0:47:41]
Kamaile Academy-Principal Kepka-Crosswalk Mural between Kamaile & Uluwehi 4 – [0:47:46]: Item was discussed later in the meeting.

DLNR (Department of Land and Natural Resources) Update/Status of Wai’anae Boat Harbor-Pua Aiu, Homeless Coordinator – [0:48:12]: Pua Aiu reported the encampment relocation (6-month timeline from November 2025) was extended two months to end of June 2026 due to the two Kona Low storms (31 lost days).

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:49:12]
1. Confirming Follow-Up on June 2026 Deadline: Johnnie-Mae asked whether they would return in the June 2026 meeting to follow up, to which the Chair confirmed that an update would be provided in July 2026 since the end of June 2026 is their deadline.
2. Asking if Kokua is Needed: Keline Kahau asked if kokua (help/assistance) was needed. The response provided was that kokua is always welcome. Kolana noted that their community does their own cleanups without any State funding, saving taxpayers money, and proudly stated that they are committed to continuing to clean up their area even after they move.

Planning Solutions, Inc (PSI) Jim Hayes – SMA (Special Management Area) for property: TMK 8-4-001:016 @ 84-253 Farrington Hwy – [0:51:17]: McKenna White (PSI) presented a Special Management Area permit application on behalf of the Wong family to build a single-family home and accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 84-253 Farrington Highway in Makaha. The 12,754 sq. ft. lot is currently undeveloped, and the proposed structures will comply with all zoning standards, remain outside the shoreline setback, and fall outside projected coastal erosion and sea level rise hazard areas through 2100.
● Presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Arh-pCa5fEpvciO4pbslBeV1gDZ9Sfdg/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:56:05]
1. Intended Use / Group Living: Austin Salcedo asked if the unit would be a group living facility. Presenter confirmed: single-family residence + ADU (guest house above garage); no conditional use permit required. There will also be a public hearing.
2. Questioning ADU Classification and Permit: Blessings De La Cruz raised concerns about the ADU’s classification, questioning how a two-story structure with a garage on the bottom and living space on top complies with medical law regulations for a single-family dwelling permit, and urged the board to look into it before approving. The planner clarified that an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) is simply a guest house – an extra bedroom and bathroom above the garage for family visitors.
3. Neighbors Notified / Swimming Pool: Johnnie-Mae asked whether neighbors were notified and if a pool is planned. The presenter confirmed the notification letter is in the record. No pool in current design; any addition would go through the permit application.
4. Questioning Square Footage and Vegetation Plans: Jordan asked about the square footage of both the ADU and the main single-family home, as well as what vegetation the homeowner plans to plant in the sea level rise exposure area. The planner responded that final square footage has not been determined yet, but will comply with development standards and will be included in the construction drawings submitted with the permit application, giving the public an opportunity to review and comment before the city makes a final decision.
5. Requesting Housing Committee Review and Public Notification: Chair Savaiinaea asked whether the board would be notified so the project could go through the housing committee before coming to the full board, and whether there would be a public forum when construction plans are finalized. The planner responded that the city and county will hold a public hearing, sending notifications to everyone in the area and allowing them to review and comment either in person or remotely.
6. Questioning Environmental Impact and Potential Bed & Breakfast Use: Michael Eli raised concerns about the environmental impact on neighboring properties and suggested that homes in the area, including this one, may end up being used as bed and breakfasts rather than true single-family dwellings. The presenter clarified that an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) can only be triggered by specific criteria, and that this project does not meet any of those triggers, so a formal environmental assessment is not required.
7. EIS / Shoreline Access: Michael William Kalino Eli raised concerns about the reef near the shoreline, noting that surfers and boogie boarders use the area to access Makaha Point, and asked whether the project would impact the reef or shoreline. The presenter responded that no structures will be built within the shoreline setback area, the development will sit further from the ocean than neighboring properties, and there is no intent to obstruct any lateral access along the shoreline.
8. Setback Distance: Chair Savaiinaea asked the presenter to repeat the amount of feet that will be setback from the shoreline. The response provided was 75.4 feet.
9. Surfer Pathway Impact: Blessings clarified that Mikey was asking whether the development would affect that surfer pathway. The Chair noted that with a setback of 70+ feet, the pathway would likely not be affected.
10. Permit Classification Red Flag: Blessings raised a concern about the permit itself, noting that the project is classified under an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) permit, which appears to be a different classification than what the project actually is. Blessings flagged this as a significant red flag, particularly given that the permit is under scrutiny with the State and City, and County levels.
11. Clarification on Board’s Role: The Chair clarified that the board was not voting on this matter — it was informational only, and the board was not taking a formal stance. It was noted that if the matter proceeds to a committee, the committee should be made aware of the permit concerns beforehand.
12. Setback Comparison: Wahilani pointed out that the Wongs’ proposed dwellings would actually be set farther back than any of the neighboring homes. He acknowledged the 75.4 ft setback as a good start. He did note, however, that it’s unfortunate the same standard wasn’t applied to the existing neighboring homes. He also acknowledged Mikey’s concern about the surfer walkway at Makaha, affirming that the community knows where they walk to surf and appreciated Mikey raising the question.

Kamaile Academy-Principal Kepka-Crosswalk Mural between Kamaile & Uluwehi 4 (Continued) – [1:08:22]: Principal Kepka presented a quick-build crosswalk safety project: (1) a community mural by local artist; (2) turf-curb delineators to prevent crosswalk parking; (3) Department of Transportation (DOT) – approved. Presented to the Mayor’s Culture Arts Committee. Target: August 2026-September 2026.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:11:52]
1. Red Lines / Student Involvement: Johnnie-Mae suggested requesting that DTS/HDOT put red no-parking lines and inviting Waiʻanae High/Intermediate students to paint the mural. Principal Kepka confirmed that turf curbs/delineators will be installed to prevent parking and protect the mural. The mural will involve the whole community — every student and community member can contribute by placing their hands on it as the foundation, with the artist finishing the details.
2. Mural Timeline: Wahilani asked for the timeline for the mural. Principal Kepka responded that the mural is tentatively scheduled for around August 2026 or September 2026, with an announcement to follow when the date is confirmed.

COMMUNITY CONCERNS – [1:14:40]
Water Quality / Drinking Water Contamination – [1:15:00]: Blessings De La Cruz noted bacteria and parasites reported in Wailua/Haleiwa waters and asked why Waiʻanae was not similarly notified. She spoke to the BWS rep on the side and requested that BWS investigate and inform the community. From her knowledge she stated that bacteria is/was in their drinking waters and shower.

Board Transparency / Broken Commitments to Youth – [1:16:03]: Kalei Salcedo noted two board members did not follow through on a committed YMCA security volunteer role, asking that the board communicate promptly with the community – especially when commitments to youth are involved.

Yokohama Bay Beach Access / Flood Zone Concerns – [1:18:43]: A community member asked about new concrete barriers restricting beach access at Yokohama Bay. Also raised awareness that flood zone reclassifications may be pricing residents out of their homes.

Landfill / West Side as Dumping Ground – [1:20:59]: Michael William Kalino Eli opposed further landfills on the west side and shared information on a junk yard with high walls being sued by farmers. The river overflowed and knocked the rocks from the junk yard onto the road.

Flood Insurance Burden on Fixed-Income Homeowners – [1:22:57]: Austin Salcedo stated Kona Low-driven flood zone expansions now require mortgage holders on fixed incomes to obtain flood insurance, potentially causing foreclosures. Urged the Governor to issue an emergency proclamation to subsidize costs.

No Landfill / No Geothermal in District 24 – [1:24:46]: Johnnie-Mae Perry reaffirmed advocacy for District 24 beneficiaries and opposition to any landfill or geothermal operations within Board 24 boundaries.

Board Protocol Dispute – Community Concerns & Email Rule – [1:25:52]: A dispute broke out over whether board members could verbally raise concerns during the community concerns portion of the meeting. The Chair reminded the board that per Neighborhood Commission Office (NCO) rules, concerns may be submitted via email – a reminder that had already been sent twice. There was pushback, with some feeling it was unfair since board members were also part of the community. It was clarified that while seated on the board they represent as board members, not community members, and must follow NCO rules. Chair Savaiinaea encouraged the board to use their existing emails to various offices and report responses back to the community as a form of communication and collaboration. Chair Savaiinaea and Neighborhood Assistant Rachel Cristobal redirected the meeting back to the agenda after Rachel had informed that the topic was not listed on the agenda and offered to take any questions to be brought back to the NCO’s office for any clarification.

ELECTED OFFICIALS & STATE DEPARTMENT REPORTS – [1:33:12]
Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – [1:33:21]: Dawn Apuna provided two follow-up responses:
● Cattle Gate at Kukai Place: DPP’s (Department of Planning and Permitting) Tuesday, March 31, 2026 inspection found a 16 ft yellow metal gate blocking the cul-de-sac. The road is under Department of Hawaiian Homelands (DHHL) ownership; matter referred to DHHL. No building code violations observed.
● Illegal Parking on Leihoku Street: HPD (Honolulu Police Department) monitored March 11-18, 2026 and issued 23 citations; will continue enforcement.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:40:02]
1. Farrington Highway (Keeau Area) Closure / Encampments (Native Keeau): Austin Salcedo raised that the eastbound lane near Native Keeau was closed due to storm damage, encampments persist, and DPR (Department of Parks and Recreation) supervision is lacking. He requested for Keeau Beach Park to be cleaned up.
2. City Spending – Panda Bears / Parks Responsibilities: Kalei Salcedo questioned leasing panda bears (~$1M/year) and urged the City to redirect funds to fix parks, roads, and sidewalks. She also asked when will DPR take responsibility to maintain the parks since there are many parks with broken bathrooms and that are unsafe.
3. Waste Management Technology Alternatives: Keline Kahau opposed the landfill expansion, calling it outdated 100-year-old technology, and urged the city to redirect funding toward modern waste management alternatives used in countries like China and Japan instead of investing in new landfills.
4. Vaping Shops / City Projects Notifying the Board: Johnnie-Mae Perry asked that new vaping shops and City departments undertaking local projects notify the board in advance. She also urged infrastructure improvements to prevent flooding.
5. Mayor’s Town Hall Cancellation: Kalei Salcedo requested for the Mayor to reschedule the cancelled town hall for Waiʻanae.
6. DHHL (Department of Hawaiian Home Lands) Permitting / Virtual Meetings / Board Member Advocacy: Kapua posed three questions: (1) when DHHL will launch its own permitting process; (2) whether the Neighborhood Board can hold WebEx-only meetings during severe weather to protect legislative timelines; (3) whether board members may convey constituent concerns on the floor on behalf of residents unable to attend.

Lanford Jr. left at 8:12 p.m; 7 members present.

Council Member Andria Tupola (District 1) – [1:53:40]: Kika Tapeni reported that Council Member Tupola is fully opposed to the Makāiwa Hills landfill extension. Her office is focused on three things: removing the $30 million Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funding in Bill 23 for land acquisition, supporting improvements to H Power to reduce landfill dependency, and introducing Resolution 267 to establish an end landfill task force for long-term solutions. Lastly, the office reminded the community that if they are unable to reach Council Member Tupola directly, they can contact the community team at 808-861-2208.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:56:43]
1. Keeau & Resolution 22-151: Austin Salcedo reported that City Council Resolution 22-151 regarding the Keeau undeveloped site has still not been adhered to since 2022. Trespassing, illegal dumping, and unauthorized road paths continue, a cattle gate has been cut down three times, and the eastbound lane of Farrington Highway is gone. He expressed frustration with DTS’s lack of enforcement and requested the concern be taken back to both Council Member Tupola and the Mayor’s office for action.

Governor Green’s Representative / Department of Hawaiian Homelands (DHHL) – Diamond Badajos – [1:59:44]: No representative present.

Senator Samantha DeCorte (Senate District 22) – [1:59:55]: Senator DeCorte reported that the legislative session is in its final week with a final reading the next day, and the voting record will be emailed to the board. She highlighted that every elementary school in the 96792-zip code now has a designated preschool thanks to the lieutenant governor’s initiative. She also noted new flood zone designations taking effect Wednesday, June 10, 2026 that will impact several Waiʻanae Coast communities, requiring affected residents to obtain flood insurance.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:02:38]
1. Flood Insurance & Landfill Opposition: Austin Salcedo urged the Governor to subsidize flood insurance for fixed-income residents in newly designated flood zones, with the Navy and federal government urged to take responsibility for their runoff. Senator DeCorte reaffirmed her strong opposition to the Makaiwa Hills landfill, noting the City never consulted the State, and was the only no vote on the Senate side when Act 255 passed last year.
2. Flooding Relief & Emergency Session Request: Wahilani asked if an emergency session could be called to provide legislative relief for affected residents. The Senator responded that the State DOT is developing a drainage plan, but the primary cause is Navy runoff. A site visit with Congresswoman Tokuda was conducted to apply federal pressure, with funds to be allocated for a study on the military side.
3. Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) Funding & Hawaiian Homelands Support: Newman asked for the Senator’s support on increasing OHA’s pro-rata share of ceded lands revenue and reviewing HRS 171 to potentially exempt DHHL from DLNR land use rules. He also noted that the Navy leases, not owns, land at Lualualei and the sale has not been finalized. The Senator responded that Senate Bill (SB) 903 granting OHA $55 million from public land trusts passed committee and heads to the floor the next day, committed to looking into HRS 171, and emphasized that the public land trust obligation is a matter of law that should already be fulfilled.
4. OHA Funding & Native Hawaiian Community: Kalei Salcedo expressed frustration that the native Hawaiian community has only been receiving 3% of ceded lands revenue instead of the entitled 20%, and suggested that if the full amount cannot be provided, native Hawaiians should at least be exempt from paying property taxes. She also called for the Navy and federal government to cover flood insurance costs for residents who cannot afford it. She expressed deep concern for the DHHL waiting list, the struggles of kupuna, and the impact on future generations.
5. Legislative Concerns & Flooding: Johnnie-Mae raised concerns about a $90-91 million medical write-off bill and flagged a bill regarding the retirement age for the chief justice, currently set at 70, urging the legislature to vote on it. On flooding, she called for a hydrologist on the federal side, a higher buffer or reservoir on the makai side, and improved drainage systems from both the State and City.
6. Brown Water Near Landfill Site: Peterson observed a growing brown water patch below the landfill site with no rainfall or drainage activity to explain it. She requested water testing and documentation from those responsible, and asked the Senator and legislative leaders to hold them accountable and follow up on the results.

Representative Chris Muraoka (House District 45) – [2:25:49]: Representative Muraoka shared that it is the final week at the capitol with a lot happening. He also highlighted a successful community hiring blitz held that day, noting it was open not just to students but to community members looking for jobs or new careers.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:26:41]
1. First Legislative Session Experience: Johnnie-Mae asked Muraoka about his first session. He shared his focus is solely on Waiʻanae/District 45, and that expectations do not always match reality in the legislature.
2. Livable Wage Jobs: Newman asked whether fair jobs paid enough to afford housing in Hawaiʻi. Representative Muraoka confirmed livable-wage union positions were present.

Representative Darius Kila (House District 44) – [2:29:31]: No representative present.

BOARD BUSINESS – [2:29:44]
Approval of Meeting Minutes – [2:29:44]: Jordan MOVED and Wahilani SECONDED to have the Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Meeting Minutes with amendments – [2:29:56]. Jordan provided the following amendments: (1) correct “Alaka Street” in two places (should be Ala Akau); (2) change question attribution from “Chair” to “Board Member Jo Jordan”; (3) correct easement road from “Makūa Valley Road” to “Kalawaha Road”; (4) add notation of when board members left prior to the rescinding the Pledge of Allegiance vote. There were no other amendments or discussion. Peterson made a motion to accept the minutes with the amendments – [2:32:43]. No second was made, however after the Chair asked if there were any objections and hearing none. The motion was ADOPTED; 7-0-0. (Aye: Savaiinaea, Haupu, Jordan, Desoto, Wahilani, Peterson, Newman. Nay: None. Abstain: None.) – [2:32:53].

Board Member Attendance at Community Meetings /Public Hearings (March 2026 and April 2026) – [2:33:08]: Chair Savaiinaea, Peterson, and Newman attended the Waiʻanae Readiness event at the Māʻili Learning Center as a community member. Wahilani announced that he attends all Kupuna Council meetings and attends various DLNR meetings as a culture practitioner, not as a board member.

COMMITTEE REPORTS – [2:34:51]: No reports due to the Kona Low storms.

ANNOUNCEMENTS – [2:35:02]
End Landfills on Westside: Chair announced this was added onto the agenda in error since this was from the previous monthʻs agenda.

“Talk Story” with Representative Muraoka and Representative Kila: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Ark of Safety – Waiʻanae Mall

Wai’anae High School – Graduation Ceremony Friday, May 22, 2026 at 6: p.m. on Wai’anae High School Campus

Environmental Services (ENV) Landfill Informational Town Hall – Thursday, May 8, 2026 10:00 a.m. at Kalanianaʻole Beach Park’s Rec Room.

Next Regular Board Meeting: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at Wai’anae Public Library (meeting room) 85-625 Farrington Hwy, Wai’anae, HI 96792

ADJOURNMENT – [2:36:20]: Chair Savaiinaea adjourned the meeting at 9:06 p.m.

Submitted by: Rachel Cristobal, Neighborhood Assistant, NCO
Reviewed by: Dylan Whitsell, Deputy, NCO
Finalized by:

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