WAI‘ANAE COAST NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 24

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 6:30 P.M.
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Physical Location: Wai’anae Public Library (meeting room) 85-625 Farrington Hwy, Wai’anae, HI 96792
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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 two (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: Calvin Endo

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. Board Business
5.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes: Tuesday, November 4, 2025 & December 2, 2024
5.2 Board Member Attendance at Community Meetings / Public Hearings (August-December)
5.3 Consideration for new Regular Board Meeting Procedures: Board to consider doing oli, Pu and Pledge of Allegiance at every meeting or only for special occasions.

6. Presentations: (Limited to ten (10) minutes)
6.1 Dept of Parks & Recreation Nathan “Nate” Serota & Jan Makepa – Kaupuni Neighborhood Park Mural
6.2 Blanche McMilian – Housing for homeless kupuna (property adjacent to Holy Hill of Zion Full Gospel-Maili, Hawai’i

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

8. Elected Officials & State Department Reports: (Limited to three (3) minutes each)
8.1 Mayor Rick Blangiardi Representative-Dawn Apuna
8.2 Council Member District 1- Andria Tupola
8.3 Governor Green’s Representative-Diamond Badajos
8.4 Department of Hawaiian Homelands (DHHL)-Diamond Badajos
8.5 State Senator Samantha DeCorte, Senate District 22
8.6 State Representative Chris Muraoka, House District 45
8.7 State Representative Darius Kila, House District 44

9. Committee Reports: (Limited to (2) minutes each)
9.1 Transportation-Chair Richard Landford 4th Wednesday Transportation-Chair Richard Landford
9.2 Business Economic Development – Chair Kimberly Haupu / Vice Chair Cross Crabbe 4th Tuesday @ 6:00pm-7:30pm @ Wai’anae Public Library (meeting room)
9.3 Parks & Recreation/ Ocean Safety-Chair Jo Jordan 2nd Thursday-Next meeting: January 8 @ Waiʻanae District Park Craft Room from 6:30p.m. – 8:00p.m.
9.4 Education/ Health & Public Safety-Chair Calvin Endo 2nd Tuesday-Next meeting: TBD
9.5 Natural Resources: Water, Land-Chair Dana Newman TBD
9.6 Housing/ Homelessness-Chair Nani Peterson TBD
10. Announcements
10.1 Next regular board meeting -Tuesday, February 3, 2026 @ 6:30pm at
Wai’anae Public Library (meeting room) 85-625 Farrington Hwy, Wai’anae, HI 96792
10.2 State Legislative Session Convenes on Wednesday, January 21, 2026
10.3 Department of Planning and Permitting Public Hearing – Reconsideration of Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Minor for Kamananui Project on Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am.
11. Adjournment
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DRAFT REGULAR MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2025 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=Rd1-3KYsu8M
Reports & other meeting materials can be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/15Jr_oT5HYGh5APaB2jHRsetQtIb71X0N
CALL TO ORDER — [0:00:01]: Chair Savaiinaea called the Wai’anae Neighborhood Board No. 24 meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Quorum was established with 9 members present. Note: This nine-member Board requires 5 members to establish quorum and to take official Board action.
Members Present: Teri Savaiinaea, Kaukaohu Wahilani, Richard Landford Jr., Cross Crabbe, Kimberly Haupu, Nani Peterson, Dana Newman, Calvin Endo, Jo Jordan.
Members Absent: None
Guests: Representative from Honolulu Fire Department; Corporal Cory Makino and Sergeant Fumi Moroka (HPD District 8 Community Policing Team); Lieutenant Marina Correll (HPD); Captain Kelly Khrone (Ocean Safety); Kauai Hilo (Board of Water Supply); Kathleen Pahinui (Board of Water Supply); Eric Enos (Ka’ala Farm); Don Chang (Chair, Board of Land and Natural Resources); Kalan Pan Goal (Pu’uhonua O Wai’anae); James Pacellette (Pu’uhonua O Wai’anae); Pua Aiu (DLNR Homeless Coordinator); Dawn Apuna (Mayor’s Representative); Council Member Andria Tupola (City Council District 1); Senator Samantha DeCorte (State Senate District 22); Representative Chris Muraoka (State House District 45); Diamond Badajos (Governor’s Representative/DHHL); Second Lieutenant Fairchild (Army Representative); and numerous community members. Note: Name was not included if not legible or not stated clearly.
Pu / Blowing of Conch Shell — [0:00:09]: Kaukaohu Wahilani blew the pu.

Pule Wehe — [0:01:24]: Calvin Endo opened the meeting with prayer, acknowledging the season of giving and Thanksgiving, asking for blessings on the meeting and the community.

Declaration Of Any Conflicts by Board Members — [0:01:56]: No conflicts were declared by board members.

CITY EMERGENCY & FIRST RESPONDER REPORT — [0:02:10]

Honolulu Fire Department — [0:02:13]: Captain Eshima provided the report and highlighted the following:
• Statistics: 2 structure fires; 3 wildland brush fires; 11 nuisance fires (auto fires and fires outside structures); 0 cooking fires; 1 activated alarm with no fire; 160 medical emergencies; 0 motor vehicle collisions with pedestrians; 4 motor vehicle collisions; 1 mountain rescue; 0 ocean rescues; 2 hazardous material incidents.
• Fire Safety Tip: Keep family and friends safe during the holiday season by minimizing fire hazards. Christmas trees, wreaths, and natural decorations are extremely flammable. Remove them from homes as soon as possible and consider recycling at participating green waste centers. For New Year’s, leave fireworks to trained professionals and enjoy public displays. Firecrackers are legal but require permits. Visit firesafehonolulu.com for permit purchase information.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15JbbKWKcHVbYKbZ4Gcsuba80-mJogFW6/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments and concerns followed — [0:04:54]
1. Gratitude for Response: Member Peterson thanked HFD for their immediate attention and help responding to her structure fire call.

Honolulu Police Department — [0:05:29]: Corporal Cory Makino provided the report and highlighted the following:
• November 2025 Statistics: Motor vehicle thefts: 31 (District 8), 4 (Wai’anae area); Burglaries: 13 (District 8), 3 (Wai’anae area); Thefts: 91 (District 8), 27 (Wai’anae area); Unauthorized entry into motor vehicle (UEMV): 28 (District 8), 4 (Wai’anae area); Traffic citations: 49 speeding; 879 moving violations; 36 parking violations; 1,500 total citations issued in Wai’anae area; Total calls for service: 8,049 (District 8); 2,313 (Wai’anae area).

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [0:06:57]
1. Sidewalk Obstruction: Ocean asked about HPD’s parameters regarding obstruction of sidewalks when residents park vehicles blocking pedestrian egress, specifically on Leihoku Road near the school where children must walk on the road.

Ocean Safety Department — [0:08:44]: Captain Kelly Khrone provided the November 2025 report along with Lieutenant Blake Coporoz and Water Safety Officer Bouvet Bradberry.
• November 2025 Incidents: Seaspine incident at Makaha Beach; injured hiker at Ka’ena Point State Park; six kids on inflatable raft stuck outside Poka’i Bay (retrieved); fisherman fell off rocks at Tower 45 (Poka’i Bay) with lacerations, transported to Wai’anae Comprehensive Health Center; fisherman knocked off rocks at Green Lanterns; two high surf advisory periods with numerous preventions and rescues; swimmer in distress at Ma’ili Beach; three boats in distress outside Lualualei and Makaha; career day presentation at Makaha Elementary School; two drownings at Kawaihapai Beach, Ka’ena Point (staff performed CPR, rescue ski responded); large swell on November 30th with multiple rescues; altercation on road at Wai’anae Small Boat Harbor; patrons harassing monk seal at Makaha Beach; multiple monk seal spottings at Tower 50; vessel anchored offshore in high surf (moved); four people rescued on kayak at Makaha Surfside; two swimmers in distress at Lualualei Beach Park; two kayakers in distress rescued.

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [0:12:02]
1. Canoe Incident Update: Cowles asked about canoe incident two weeks prior involving kupuna. Khrone confirmed six kupuna hit shore break at Poka’i Bay Beach Park during high surf on Sunday.
2. Tourist Compliance: Wahilani asked about tourist compliance with safety warnings during high surf. Khrone responded that most tourists are very obedient and Wai’anae has benefit of Poka’i Bay for directing inexperienced beachgoers to safer areas.
Board of Water Supply — [0:17:40]: Kathleen Pahinui provided the report and highlighted the following:
• Updates: Peterson had reported residents filling up from hydrant near reservoir; BWS capped pipes inside fence and installed camera. Concern about broken showerheads and rinse stations was forwarded to DPR for correction. BWS will work with DPR if community members report issues at parks.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15C-A6kW5ufH6u-wUMi9bokdVdjwhs681/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [0:19:04]
1. High Water Bills: Resident Molder with one-acre property in Makaha expressed concern about outrageous water bills ($400+) for keeping property alive during drought, noting BWS has tier levels that feel like punishment.
2. Business Rate Charges: Resident Kalei Salcedo reported being incorrectly charged business rates for one-acre property despite not running a business. She is self-sustainable, feeds family and shares with others. Investigation already completed and will be corrected.
3. Kaupuni Park Water Fountain: A resident from Wai’anae Valley Homestead requested BWS check water fountain/pipe near pavilion area at Kaupuni Park, which was not functional at last check.
PRESENTATIONS — [0:21:43]
Hunting/Archery BWS Report — [0:21:45]: Kathleen Pahinui from the Board of Water Supply provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Makaha Valley Control Hunt Program. This program, in collaboration with Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW), is set to have the property as a hunting area but for bow and arrow use only.
• Presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QCz_zBanr145Yj_gWfdpxH-MZkwRc60z/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [0:27:01]
1. Pre-Registration and Ethics: A Resident suggested pre-registration with proof of ethical hunting qualifications to ensure only ethical hunters participate.
2. Pilot Program Rules: A Resident asked if rules and regulations from pilot program will continue to apply after conclusion.
3. Alternative Riding Areas Needed: Moulder stated community needs legal riding areas for dirt bikes/e-bikes. Kahuku is not doable (4-hour journey). Many youth involved in enduro, electric bike, and dirt bike activities with deep Hawaii history. Shutting down riding will create more problems on roads. Asked how to create programs for youth riders who are some of world’s best.
4. Military Radar and Tree Death: A Resident suggested investigating military radar from Big Island mountaintops as potential cause of tree death, not just fungi.
5. ROD Evolution: Crabbe asked if Rapid Ohia Death is evolving to attack other species. Amy explained two species exist – ceratocystis lukuohia (rapidly kills entire trees) and ceratocystis huliohia (kills branches, found in Makaha).
6. Preventative Strategies: Meyers asked about BWS preventative strategies, noting Kahuku watershed has similar issues.
7. Eight Years in Valley: Jordan shared eight years’ experience in Makaha Valley, noting dramatic increase in motorized/electric bikes in last three years. Described safety concerns including 20-year-old airlifted after going off cliff, dangers to hunters (e-bikes silent until very close), and disappearance of pigs from valley.
8. Our Own People: Wahilani emphasized appears to be local residents causing damage. Suggested town halls, social media outreach, and HPD involvement to educate community this behavior is detrimental to ‘aina.
9. Estates Communication: Beckman asked if BWS talked to Makaha Valley Estates or towers. Kathleen confirmed reached out in past and plan to again, noting residents frequently call about e-bikes and dirt bikes.
10. City Collaboration: Kalei Salcedo suggested collaborating with councilwoman and mayor on ordinance or bill, noting need for community testimony on how badly needed.
11. Water Bill Education: Perry suggested including educational information about erosion and valley concerns in water bills sent to Oahu residents.
12. Culture and Hunting: Peterson thanked Kathleen for previous updates and camera installation. Asked about camera monitoring frequency. Raised concerns about dead pua in ravines/streams. Asked about cultural conversation at meeting and implementation of more culture into hunting scene to properly care for animals.
13. Ultimate Goal Clarification: Craig expressed concern about motorcycles creating major damage through clear-cutting and erosion in Makaha Valley. Motorcycles causing biggest impact on land quality, watershed, and native plants, not pig hunters. Suggested finding outlet for motorcycle riders but not in Makaha Valley.
14. Previous Pilot Program: Jordan asked about previous DLNR pilot program for knife/dog hunting, success level, and whether data will be used. Also asked about BWS 100-acre enclosure permitted program.
MILITARY OFFICIAL REPORT — [0:39:10]

Army Representative — [0:39:17]: Second Lieutenant Fairchild briefed on behalf of Lieutenant Colonel Stroh and highlighted the invitation to participate in the Waiʻanae Coast Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 13, 2025 and upcoming events the Army will be participating in.
• Contact: Army concern line at 808-787-1528.

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [0:40:24]
1. Storm Runoff Protocol: Jordan repeated three-year-old question about US Army protocol after heavy rainstorms in Makua Valley. When 10-12 inches of rain causes streams to flow underneath roadway into nearshore waters.
2. Flight Airspace Over Residential Areas: Wahilani asked about military helicopters flying over Wai’anae Valley Homestead at 1:00-2:00 a.m., noting understanding that air travel over residential areas is prohibited. Fairchild noted aviation training scheduled December 6, 9, 11, and 12 at East Range from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
3. Tower Lights: A Resident requested military fix three light bulbs in tower before accident occurs from aircraft hitting community.

Ka’ala Farm Cultural Learning Center & Community Farm — [0:43:52]: Eric Enos provided a PowerPoint presentation sharing background information about Ka’ala Farms, the different programs the farm offers, and the vision of agricultural expansion. The purpose is to help expand the footprint of the farm to help better service the community in its search for overall self-sufficiency.
• Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1aj5GCPDEnzuN7_F6conMV_ZTevRbfCmM/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115604878251730642927&rtpof=true&sd=true

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [0:55:02]
1. Support and Collaboration: Enos thanked Dawn Chang for the ongoing work she has done in supporting Kaʻala Farms.

DLNR Homeless Coordinator – Pu’uhonua O Wai’anae — [0:55:50]: Kala Paishon and Dawn Chang provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the the POW Houseless Encampment transition from the Wai’anae Boat Harbor to their purchased property in Wai’anae Valley. They shared the ongoing work to establish living facilities on the property and the work being done to clean the Wai’anae Boat Harbor property they inhabited for many years.
• Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1b0IXkSKdgIXsZ8Qt5_IxZtl8gJ5z5f0X/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115604878251730642927&rtpof=true&sd=true

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [1:12:50]
1. Timeline Questions: Representative Muraoka asked: (1) Why wait until three days before deadline before action taken after June letter? (2) On taxpayer money – fishermen pay dock fees, some at P watering cement; (3) Why not farming already since don’t need houses to farm? (4) What happens if Malamauka not ready in 6 months?
2. Accountability vs. Investigation: Meyers clarified asking questions is accountability and transparency for $12 million donors and public (nonprofit exempt from taxes), not investigation. On harbor property: asked how many units completed, purchased, and coming in shipment? Whether arriving before 6 months?
3. Water as Public Trust and DOE Land Transfer: Newman asked: (1) Is water public trust and what does that mean? (2) Why turn boat harbor land over to DOE instead of community consultation for best use impacting Native Hawaiians and larger Wai’anae community?
4. Meeting Without Elected Officials: Senator DeCorte stated she’d been updating community since April letter, involved hands-on with cleanup until November 18th meeting where no elected officials invited despite all departments being appointed. Asked if standard practice for DLNR to not allow elected officials to weigh in on large project affecting entire Wai’anae coast? Original cleanup plan was December 1-28 at no taxpayer cost. Since November 18th, little response despite her involvement.
5. Current State and Historical Context: Wahilani thanked Dawn Chang for appointment and courage in working currently. Noted 10-15 years since DLNR attended board meetings. 2015 Governor Ige walked site with Aunty Twinkles – heard crickets. Mike McCartney gave crickets. Thanked for addressing community concerns. Asked about promises from 2006 emergency proclamation – many emergency/transitional shelters cut to third in community. Hopes for no false promises. Requested return in 3 months for update as approach 6-month timeframe.
6. Gratitude and Recognition: Multiple residents honored Aunty Twinkles and her vision, P for making history, thanking for caring for opai holes/ankaline ponds that were trash-filled, and building community confidence. Expressed support for their independence and self-determination.
7. RYSE Property and Charter Questions: Resident brought up two concerns from previous month: (1) Councilwoman Tupola’s promised memo regarding RYSE property on Noholi’o Road, governor’s emergency proclamation discrepancies found by Jun Yang, and DPP structural appeals for 25 bedrooms; (2) Bill 64 violation – group living facilities cannot be within 1,000 feet of another. Asked about rise getting $2.5 million award/grant.
8. Multiple Concerns: Various residents raised concerns about gentrification, overdevelopment, DHHL building homes for non-beneficiaries, rise project connections, holding prosecutors accountable, and need for elected officials to represent community honestly regarding development impacts on infrastructure and safety.
COMMUNITY CONCERNS — [1:38:31]
RYSE Property Concern – [1:38:50]: Austin Salcedo raised concerns addressed to the RYSE property and shared the Governor’s Emergency Proclamation was done improperly.
City Council Committee – [1:40:33]: Billionaire shared he was denied his right of “Freedom of Speech” at the recent City Council Committee meeting.
RYSE Property Concern (cont.) – [1:42:45]: Moulder shared his concern regarding the community being ignored since the RYSE facility was still built despite pushback.
Honoring Puʻuhonua Movement — [1:43:20]: Resident Stone honored Anti Twinkle and Puʻuhonua movement, thanking for caring for opai holes and building community confidence to fight poverty.
NCO Newsletter Registration Issue — [1:44:17]: Johnnie-Mae Perry (online) having ongoing problem with NCO newsletter sign-up receiving “registration fail” error. Also raised concerns about: (1) September Jetty meeting at Kameia School Learning Center that board didn’t announce; (2) October 15 Charter Committee meeting at Nanakuli Library that board didn’t announce; (3) Charter Commission presentation November 4 with November 7 deadline didn’t allow community input time; (4) Questioned what’s wrong with Puʻuhonua being independent rather than government-dependent.
Sidewalk Obstruction Follow-up — [1:47:54]: Kahuwili followed up on HPD answer about sidewalk obstruction. Appreciates answer but putting burden on community to report violations versus HPD enforcing. Suggested board help as community representative to avoid retaliation when individual neighbors call police. Also asked about EMS attendance at meetings and standards of cover. When EMS transports patient, leaves void – can take 30-45 minutes for another unit to respond to cardiac emergency.
Fire Mitigation and Access — [1:53:24]: Eli asked about bulldozing behind houses for fire mitigation to school. Also requested help with green belt/firebreak to reservoir, noting access road made to ranch. Needs help with weed whacking and tree planting. Invited community to help Saturdays at 9:00 a.m.
Gratitude for Humanity — [1:55:09]: De La Cruz thanked Dawn Chang for putting humanity first and working together.
Public Safety and Development — [1:58:00]: Resident raised concerns about November 5th Advertiser article showing extensive development coming to district without adequate road infrastructure. Urged community to testify at DPP hearing next day. Emphasized need to help own people first before outsiders. Questioned representatives about supporting community.
Committee Suggestions — [1:55:50]: Keliikoa-Kamai suggested: (1) Help each other by making announcements about events/meetings; (2) Committees meet regularly with clarified dates; (3) Questioned if committees not listing “next meeting” means not meeting (like Transportation on Christmas Eve).
Development Impact Concerns — [1:57:50]: Kalei Salcedo emphasized public safety concerns with extensive development planned for district per November 5 Advertiser article. Urged attending DPP hearing and testimony. District lacks road infrastructure. Development negative impact on well-being and safety. Community is holding tank for everyone. Need to help own people first. Asked elected officials if representing community or not – face community and answer honestly.
Makaha Time Trial Bike Race — [2:00:50]: Chris Hollis from Hawaii Bicycling League announced taking over Makaha time trial bike race from Ben Williams. 9-mile race Sunday, February 1st, less than 100 people, early morning, starts end of Farrington Highway outside state park.
Free Bed Giveaway — [2:01:32]: Billionaire announced free bed giveaway Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Wai’anae High School. First come first serve, need truck to transport. Kurt Favella hosting, Sabrina Grace attending.
Kanaka Maoli Class — [2:02:13]: De La Cruz announced class for Kanaka males Thursday, December 5 at Nānākuli Public Library 2-8 p.m. Second of three classes on documentation, royal patents.
Christmas Parade Reminder — [2:03:05]: A resident reminded community about Christmas parade Saturday, December 13 at 10:00 a.m. Also announced Ark of Safety drama “Child of the Promise” following Saturday and Sunday on December 20-21, a rendition from the Bible.
Clarifications and Corrections — [2:04:07]: Meyers clarified: (1) Asking Puʻuhonua questions is accountability/transparency for $12 million donors and public since P is nonprofit, not investigation; (2) Corrected OHA meeting to Wednesday, December 17, 6-8 p.m. at Māʻili Learning Center (not Tuesday as previously stated) regarding military lease lands; (3) Board members don’t get special privilege for announcements – community can sign up for city, mayor’s, governor’s, DHHL, OHA newsletters to stay informed. Charter Commission created early this year when previous board was seated. Multiple avenues for community empowerment.
Free Spay/Neuter Clinic — [2:07:02]: Laura from Aloha Animal Outreach announced free spay/neuter clinic December 13 at Nanakuli Library all day. Includes microchip and vaccination. Bring proof of Quest SNAP or Section 8. Also seeking foster homes for dogs needing safe, quiet healing space for up to 10 days (December 13-23) after procedures before returning to homeless camps. Contact Aloha Animal Outreach on Facebook or Instagram.
ELECTED OFFICIALS & STATE DEPARTMENT REPORTS — [2:08:20]

Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative — [2:08:24]: Dawn Apuna provided responses to previous questions.
• Responses:
o Zoning Clarification: If property owner with P-1 preservation zoning subdivides property, does same zoning carry over? DPP states subdivision action does not change underlying zoning. Zone change requires city council ordinance approval. However, P-1 restricted preservation district corresponds to state land use conservation district, so state land use district boundary amendment must be approved before county-level zoning change.
o Traffic Diversion: Would HPD divert traffic through Haleakala and out Nanakuli Avenue when congested due to accident? HPD reports although drivers may independently use side streets, HPD does not recommend directing traffic through this area. These residential neighborhoods have narrow streets and school zone with high pedestrian traffic. Corridor already experiences heavy volume with too-closely-spaced traffic lights creating congestion. Adding diverted traffic would not alleviate delays and would likely worsen safety concerns and overall congestion.
o Kaupuni Park Vehicle Gate: Can second vehicle gate be installed at upper part of Kaupuni Neighborhood Park? Department of Parks and Recreation states unable to move forward due to limited funding but will keep request in mind for future projects.

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [2:10:40]
1. DHHL Permitting Impact: Keliikoa-Kamai asked about impact of DHHL doing own planning and permitting in 2-3 months since question originally asked. How much efficiency gained or time saved? Dawn responded DHHL changed direction – not pursuing own permits. Want to work with DPP and use DPP’s process. Met periodically with DHHL on ways to better serve constituents. DHHL still uses DPP for building permits, inspections, and certificates of occupancy (important for insurance). State including DHHL can elect to exempt from county permits but usually come through DPP.
2. HPD Traffic Assistance: Member asked about HPD facilitating steady traffic flow during power outages when lights blinking cause people to stop, especially during traffic hours. Dawn will take question to HPD for response next month.
3. Geothermal Plant Regulations: Meyers asked: (1) Does LUO include rules regarding geothermal plants on Oahu? (2) If DHHL starts geothermal plant drilling in Lualualei Valley, does DPP have process involvement or is it another agency? Dawn will research LUO (recently updated) and potential permit requirements (possibly trenching permits) for next month’s response.
4. NCO Newsletter Issues: Perry trying to sign up for NCO newsletter receiving “registration fail” error. Asked to put concern in chat due to poor connection.
Council Member Andria Tupola (District 1) — [2:17:47]: Councilmember Tupola provided report and distributed six cohort reports from Restore Reconnect Revive and homemade banana bread gift bags to board members, thanking them for volunteer service in 2025.
• Report: Tomorrow’s full City Council meeting; Cohort 6 Report; Cohort 7 finishing; Medical Support Need; Challenge with upcoming cohorts.

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [2:19:33]
1. Lualualei Cohort Update: Member Jordan requested update on cohort at Lualae.
2. Noholio Road RYSE Update: Resident requested letterhead memo update from last month regarding: RYSE property on Noholio Road; Governor’s emergency proclamation discrepancies found by Jun Yang; DPP structural appeals for 25 bedrooms; Bill 64 violation (group living facilities within 1,000 feet).
3. Representation Question: Resident asked when bringing issues to city council about RYSE (not targeting individual), why story got twisted to appear community targeting individual?
4. Agreement to Disagree: Resident Kapua stated need to agree to disagree since won’t always agree. When disagrees with representatives, lets them know but they have more information affecting whole community versus individual community. Good to have open communication but acknowledge won’t always agree.
5. Senior Program Fee Assistance: Perry asked if $700,000 (clarified as $70,000) settlement can help pay $22 member fee for senior program at Pila Alt Park (January-December).
6. R3 Cohort Reports and RISE Letter: Meyers requested copies of: Response given to Jordan on her questions; R3 reports given to Wai’anae and Nanakuli boards; Letter sent to neighborhood board about RYSE lack of infrastructure; Asked about parks commission being island wide for all 33 neighborhood boards and whether vacancy announcements go to all boards.
7. RYSE $2.5 Million Grant: Resident asked councilwoman to look into and report to community and board about RYSE receiving $2.5 million grant/award.
8. Kaupuni Park Advocacy: A resident recognized Jordan as champion for Kaupuni Park for many years, helping secure funding. Looking forward to apparatus based on community survey agreement. Requesting city council, state, DHHL budget funds this coming year because planning/construction costs eat up funds.
9. Town Halls Requested: Meyers requested two town halls: Wai’anae Coast Emergency Access Road with effective execution plan including infrastructure for traffic diversions; Bill 64 rezoning impacts on group living homes and agricultural land reclassification.
10. Multiple Questions: Perry asked about NBC event with DHHL, excess road impact on October 28 accident, tracking Wai’anae projects.
11. Police Recruitment and Participation: Billionaire thanked Tupola for attending monthly and encouraged community participation in city council and police commission meetings.
12. Beach Cleanup Sand Testing: Suzuki asked if sand and shoreline tested for human waste or cat feces before community cleanups during holidays.
13. Dog Enforcement at Beaches: Kalei Salcedo asked about enforcement of beach rules (no dogs), noting residents got staph infections at Kahe Beach Park.
14. Bus Driver Contract: Cowles expressed concern about bus driver negotiations and shared 12 cents over 4 years is unacceptable.
15. Beach Closure Time Frames: Chair Savaiinaea asked about time frames for ‘aina healing after beach cleanups given presence of bed bugs and needles.
16. HPD Explorer Program: A resident suggested HPD offer internship programs at schools, similar to Anuenue’s 20-hour mentor requirement for graduation.
17. Working Together: Keliikoa-Kamai thanked Tupola for continuing to attend and respond directly even when not desired answer is shared and emphasized need to work together.
18. Collaboration Successes: Tupola thanked those who initially disagreed but found common ground. Thanked staff member Kika for answering calls/emails and loving community. Emphasized office’s love for Wai’anae.
Senator Samantha DeCorte (District 22) — [2:38:21]: Senator DeCorte provided the report and highlighted the following:
• Report: 2026 Legislative Calendar; Staff Introduction; Act 310; Kupuna Pantry; Safe and Sound Program.

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [2:40:31]
1. Newsletter Subscription: Perry asked for email link to subscribe to newsletter. Senator confirmed newsletter launching January 2026.
2. Birth Certificate and ID Access: Peterson asked for help with situation where houseless people taken to DMV to get IDs had difficulty obtaining birth certificates first.
Representative Chris Muraoka (House District 45) — [2:43:40]: Representative Muraoka provided the report and highlighted the following:
• Report: Safe and Sound West Side Launch; Middle Park Bathroom; Drive-Through with DOT; Speed Humps and Speed Table Details; Hunting Program Success; School Safety Education; Aunty Kim Meeting; Leihoku Collaboration with DHHL; Wai’anae Valley Work; Egress Issue Follow-up; Upcoming Leihoku Debate; Upcoming Exposure Fair; Upcoming Kamehameha Schools Meeting; Upcoming Christmas Parade.

Questions, comments and concerns followed — [2:50:14]
1. Makaha Firebreak Gratitude: Endo thanked Sheldon who cleared behind his house from Makaha Elementary to near Makaha Surfing Beach.
2. DLNR Monthly Representative: Austin Salcedo requested Representative Muraoka work with Dawn Chang to commit DLNR representative (DOBAR, DOFAW, DOCARE) to monthly board meetings to address state issues and bring accountability for safety concerns like Duke’s Law.
3. Firewise and Speed Bumps: A resident emphasized Wai’anae community building toward Firewise (Ka’ala doing fire breaks).
4. Military Lands and Recruitment: Keliikoa-Kamai raised state-related points: Parker Ranch leases DHHL land; OHA owns 25,000 acres Wa’akolepuna (Big Island) – commercial hemp rejected twice by trustees; Military has most land but practices here to protect foreign countries while HPD/state enforcement protects local lives. Cost of living, housing, education make hard to recruit HPD. Why isn’t Democrat-strong state/governor prioritizing during federal shutdown emergency?
5. October 24 Town Hall and Trump SNAP Decision: Perry asked about October 24 meeting at Ka’ehulua and whether Trump following rule of law regarding court order to release SNAP funding.
6. Military Land Leases Extension: Keliikoa-Kamai urged no extended use of military lands (bombed lands at Makua, Pohakuloa, Pu’umoauoa, Kahuku). Governor shouldn’t work with advisory people on federal matters.
7. Water and Tree Planting: Peterson stated water isn’t flowing prevalently in Wai’anae. Suggested bill for next legislature mandating DOE high school students plant tree to graduate (work with Uncle Eric on land).
Governor Green’s Representative – [2:54:39]: Diamond Badajos shared there were no updates and opened for questions.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:55:16]
1. Beneficiary Housing: Keliikoa-Kamai shared that DHHL should not be building homes intended to house non-beneficiaries.
2. Gentrification Concern: Kalei Salcedo shared when DHHL lands are opened to buildings rather than homes, they open at market price, allegedly chasing revenue instead of housing Native Hawaiians.
3. Military Land Lease: Keliikoa Kamai reminded the Governor that the military land leases need to cease in 2029, stating all negotiations should stop.

BOARD BUSINESS — [2:58:35]: Postponed due to lack of time.

COMMITTEE REPORTS — [2:58:37]: Postponed due to lack of time.
Next Meeting: Chair Calvin Endo announced next meeting will be held on second Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at location to be determined.
ANNOUNCEMENTS — [2:58:41]
• Next Regular Board Meeting: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at Wai’anae Public Library (meeting room), 85-625 Farrington Hwy, Wai’anae, HI 96792. Chair will ensure new librarian (Cheryl retired) leaves AC on.
• Kapolei City Lights Parade and Block Party: Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Kapolei Hale from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Wai’anae Christmas Parade: Saturday, December 13, 2025 beginning at Wai’anae Boat Harbor at 10:00 a.m. Board participating. Chair’s Silverado will be dressed up. Need volunteers to walk/ride and pass out candies – contact chair if interested.
• Christmas on the Avenue and Operation Blue Light: Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Nanakuli Avenue from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• NCO and Toys for Tots — Toy Drive: Neighborhood Assistant collecting donated children’s toys (new and unwrapped). Bring donations to meetings.
ADJOURNMENT — [3:00:03]: Chair Savaiinaea adjourned the meeting at 9:30 p.m.

Submitted by: Jeffrey Jones, Neighborhood Assistant, NCO
Reviewed by: Dylan Buck, Community Relations Specialist, NCO
Finalized by:

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