NORTH SHORE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 27

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2026
WAIALUA ELEMENTARY CAFETERIA
67-020 WAIALUA BEACH ROAD
7:00 P.M.

Meeting Materials: Find an archive of handouts and referenced materials concerning to North Shore Neighborhood Board No. 27 at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IHC_YHAUoI_2hPauiSJ1nbvIiMu5giyt.

Rules of Speaking: Anyone wishing to speak is asked to raise their hand, and when recognized by the Chair, to address comments to the Chair. Speakers are encouraged to keep their comments under two (2) minutes, and those giving reports are urged to keep their reports less than three (3) minutes. Please silence all electronic devices.

Note: The Board may take action on any agenda item. As required by the State Sunshine Law (HRS 92), specific issues not noted on this agenda cannot be voted on, unless added to the agenda. A two-thirds (2/3) vote (10) of this 15-member Board is needed to add an item to the agenda. Items may not be added if they are of major importance and will affect a significant number of people.

I. CALL TO ORDER: Chair Kathleen Pahinui

II. 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.

III. FILLING OF VACANT BOARD SEAT: There is one (1) vacancy in Sub District 4 (Kawailoa). Residents interested in filling the vacant board seat must bring current proof of residency and present themselves to the Neighborhood Assistant BEFORE the Board meeting starting at 7 pm. Term commencing January 27, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027. Proof of residency will consist of a current Driver’s License or State ID with a current address or a utility bill in resident’s name with current address

IV. CITY MONTHLY REPORTS (Limited to three (3) Minutes Each)
A. Honolulu Fire Department
B. Honolulu Police Department
C. Honolulu Ocean Safety
D. Board of Water Supply

V. RESIDENTS’/COMMUNITY CONCERNS: (Limited to two (2) Minutes Each)

VI. BOARD BUSINESS (Limited to maximum 10 Minute Presentation)
A. Confirming the Transportation Committee
i. Chair – Carol Philips
ii. Members
B. Parks Committee
i. Adding Sharryl Matsumoto to the committee
C. Presentation of Ola ʻĀina Ag Cluster Farm off of Waialua Beach Rd – Seth Nason
D. Hawaiʻi Life Flight Presentation – Christopher Shrader, VP, Operations

VII. CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS (Limited to three (3) Minutes Each)
A. Mayor Rick Blangiardi Representative – Dr. Kealoha Fox
B. Council Member Matt Weyer

VIII. STATE ELECTED OFFICIALS: (Limited to three (3) Minutes Each)
A. State Senator Brenton Awa
B. State Representatives: Sean Quinlan and Amy Perruso

IX. U.S. ARMY 8TH MILITARY POLICE BRIGADE and 25TH COMBAT AVIATION BRIGADE

X. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. November 25, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes

XI. COMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Water and Land Committee – Chair Racquel Achiu
B. Cesspool Committee – Chair Kathleen Pahinui
C. Parks Committee – Chair Denise Antolini
D. Health and Emergency Prep Committee – Chair Kathleen Pahinui

XII. BOARD MEMBER ATTENDANCE AT COMMUNITY MEETINGS / PUBLIC HEARINGS

XII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Chair’s Correspondence – correspondence is emailed to board members.
B. Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
C. Board Member Announcements
D. New HNL 311 System: Use the HNL 311 website (HNL311.com) and mobile app to report city issues. The new mobile app is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. The HNL 311 mobile app lets users report issues, manage service requests and receive notifications, all from their smartphone – anytime, anywhere.

XIV. ADJOURNMENT

A mailing list is maintained for interested persons and agencies to receive this board’s agenda and minutes. Additions, corrections, and deletions to the mailing list may be directed to the Neighborhood Commission Office (NCO) at Kapālama Hale, 925 Dillingham Boulevard, Suite 160 Honolulu, Hawaiʻi 96817; Telephone (808) 768-3710 Fax (808) 768-3711; or call Neighborhood Assistant Zhoydell Magaoay at (808) 768-4224 or e-mail zhoydell.magaoay@honolulu.gov. Agendas and minutes are also available on the internet at www.honolulu.gov/nco.

All written testimony must be received in the Neighborhood Commission Office 48 hours prior to the meeting. If within 48 hours, written and/or oral testimony may be submitted directly to the board at the meeting. If submitting written testimony, please note the board and agenda item(s) your testimony concerns. Send to: Neighborhood Commission Office, 925 Dillingham Boulevard, Suite 160 Honolulu, Hawaiʻi 96817. Fax: (808) 768-3711. Email: nbtestimony@honolulu.gov.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability or an interpreter for a language other than English, please call the Neighborhood Commission Office at (808) 768-3710 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. or send an email to nco@honolulu.gov as soon as possible, preferably at least three (3) business days before the scheduled meeting. If a request is received with fewer than three (3) business days remaining before the meeting, we will try to obtain the auxiliary aid/service or accommodation, but it may not be possible to fulfill requests received after this date.

DRAFT REGULAR MEETING
WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2025 at 7:00 P.M.
WAIALUA ELEMENTARY CAFETERIA AND VIA WEBEX TELECONFERENCING

Video recording of this meeting can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NuwOEMgRFxI

Reports and other meeting materials can be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IHC_YHAUoI_2hPauiSJ1nbvIiMu5giyt

CALL TO ORDER – [0:01:06]
Chair Kathleen Pahinui called the North Shore Neighborhood Board No. 27 meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Quorum was established with 12 members present. Note: This 15-member Board requires eight (8) members to establish quorum and to take official Board action.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Dave Burlew, Amy Denzer, Sharryl Matsumoto; Kristina Zazueta, Deborah Aldrich, Denise Antolini, SharLyn Foo, Bob Leinau, Kathleen Pahinui, Carol Philips, Racquel Achiu, and Andrew Wycklendt

MEMBERS ABSENT: Leif Andersen, George Atkins, and Blake McElheny

GUESTS: Firefighter Keola Ford (Honolulu Fire Department – HFD); Lieutenant Darryl Oliver, Jr., Sergeant Johnny Fiatoa (Honolulu Police Department – HPD); Captain Vitor Marcal (Honolulu Ocean Safety); Dr. Kealoha Fox (Mayor Blangiardi’s Representative); Kelly Anaya (Councilmember Matt Weyer’s Office); Roxanne Adams, Maria Welvaert (Department of Parks & Recreation, Division of Urban Forestry – DPR/DUF); Mark Taliai (Senator Brenton Awa’s Office); Yvonne Yoro (Representative Amy Perruso’s Office); Luca Cuniberti (Hawaiʻi Youth Transportation Council); Jacqueline Leinau, Kaleohano Farrant (Mālama Pūpūkea-Waimea); Sierra Martin (Kealahou West Oʻahu – KWO); Michelle Cazimero, Karen Gallagher, Barb Luke Boe, Frank Kimitch, Lynell DaMate, Yvonne Barkley, Rex Dubiel Shanahan, Maka Casson-Fisher, Patrick Grady, Nash Witten, Ed Shanahan, Erica Lehmkuhl, Gwen Tourni, Blane Andrade (HTA), Erendira Aldana, Erik Norris, Larry McElheny (Residents/Guests); Zhoydell Magaoay (NCO). Note: The names of any attendees who were illegible were not included. There were 49 total participants.

DECLARATION OF ANY CONFLICTS BY BOARD MEMBERS – [0:01:25]
Board Member Antolini disclosed a non-financial affiliation conflict regarding Mālama Pūpūkea-Waimea (MPW). Chair Pahinui reiterated Board practice that recusal are required for financial conflicts; individual members decide whether to vote on non-financial affiliations.

CITY MONTHLY REPORTS – [0:01:40]
Honolulu Fire Department – [0:01:52]: Firefighter Ford reported the October 2025 statistics:
October 2025 Statistics: There were zero (0) structure fires and zero (0) cooking fires, three (3) wildland/brush fires, one (1) nuisance fire, three (3) activated alarms, 58 medical calls, one (1) motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian, 10 motor vehicle crashes, two (2) mountain rescues, and three (3) ocean rescues.
Holiday Cooking Safety Tips: stay alert, avoid cooking when drowsy or after alcohol, never leave cooking unattended, use a timer, keep combustibles away from stovetops, and keep children/pets 3 feet away.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TSShZ9JxSjhplrdLbOoeEfxnottQ2xG-/view?usp=drive_link
Honolulu Police Department – [0:03:55]: Lieutenant Darryl Oliver reported the statistics for October 23, 2025 to November 23, 2025.
Statistics: There were four (4) assaults, zero (0) robberies, four (4) burglaries, two (2) UEMV incidents (car break-ins), and 39 motor vehicle collisions, along with district-wide citations totaling 17 criminal citations, 124 parking citations, and 256 traffic crime citations.
Holiday Travel Safety Tips: When traveling, it’s important to share your itinerary with trusted contacts, research your destinations including local laws and common scams, know emergency contact numbers, enroll in travel alerts, keep digital copies of important documents, stay vigilant of your surroundings, secure your belongings, use hotel safes for valuables, and avoid posting about your travel on social media in real time.
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:05:47].
1. Traffic collisions on Waialua Beach Road segment: Secretary Denzer raised a question about traffic collisions on a segment of Waialua Beach Road, and Lieutenant Oliver will research the location details and provide information to the Board via email.
2. Category for a trespass/ambulance transport incident: Treasurer Leinau asked about the category for a trespass/ambulance transport incident, and Lieutenant Oliver will research the exact initiated case category.
3. Geographic scope of statistics: Member Philips asked about the geographic scope of the statistics, and Lieutenant Oliver clarified the report covered the Waialua/Haleʻiwa subset versus the full district and confirmed the boundaries.
4. 311 responsiveness compliments: Member Antolini complimented the 311 system’s responsiveness, praising Corporal Jay Mueller for his follow-up on non-emergency reports regarding commercial bus activity.
5. School crossing guard shortage: Secretary Denzer asked about school crossing guard shortages at Sunset Beach Elementary and the status at Waialua Elementary, and Lieutenant Oliver will contact the Traffic Division and coordinate with the schools on crossing guard needs.
6. Conviction rate and burglary/prosecution concerns: A resident who suffered losses exceeding $50,000 raised questions about conviction rates and concerns regarding burglary, prosecution, and early release, and Lieutenant Oliver will research and provide prosecution and conviction information to the Board for relay.
Honolulu Ocean Safety – [0:11:38]: Captain Marcal from the North Shore presented October 2025 highlights, reporting beach attendance at sample towers including approximately 331,000 at Sunset, 49,000 in the Ehukai/Ahukini area, heavy traffic at Pipeline, and about 21,000 at Aliʻi, along with approximately 53 rescues in October (many at Chun’s) with strong tourist board rental activity noted and no drownings reported, and lifeguard coverage consisting of eight towers, three jet skis, jurisdiction extending from Kaʻena Point to the Haleʻiwa boat ramp, a rover at Shark’s Cove/Three Tables, and newly trained lifeguards now carrying Narcan.

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:15:08].
1. Guard hours/darkness: Treasurer Leinau asked about late shifts and guard hours during darkness, and Captain Marcal responded that they start earlier on big days and cited an early morning rescue at Ke Iki as an example.
2. Water entry percentage at Ehukai (50,000 attendance): Member Philips asked about the water entry percentage at Ehukai with its 50,000 attendance, and Captain Marcal responded that more people enter when a sandbar forms at 2–4 feet, preventive actions focus on rip currents, and surf rental shops avoiding rentals during big or mid-sized swells supports safety.
Board of Water Supply – [0:17:13]: BWS Representative Pahinui reported one main break on Waialua Beach Road near Kuahiwi Place involving an 8-inch main from 1953, encouraged residents to sign up for HNL.Alert for incident and traffic notifications, and noted that main break information is available at www.boardofwatersupply.com/mainbreaks.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MqrW__hCQNcMY4uD5LmqOqTwCU-ew02J/view?usp=drive_link

RESIDENTS’ / COMMUNITY CONCERNS – [0:18:08]
1. Holiday events and Chamber support – [0:18:28]: Erica Lehmkuhl from the North Shore Chamber of Commerce announced several upcoming holiday events, including the North Shore Christmas tree lighting at North Shore Marketplace on Saturday for Small Business Saturday at 5:00 PM, the Chamber Christmas Party at Waimea Valley on December 11 featuring a silent auction fundraiser with information available at gonorthshore.org, the Haleʻiwa Christmas Parade on December 12 with approximately 40 entries including bands, color guards, and politicians along with a safety meeting on Saturday at 9:00 AM and sign-ups at www.gonorthshore.org, and the Surf Sample Sale at Waialua High School on December 13 where the Chamber will have a fundraising booth.

2. Youth Transportation Council – [0:21:10]: Luca Cuniberti from the Hawaiʻi Youth Transportation Council (HYTC) announced the 2026 legislative package addressing free youth transit and rebates, provided contact information and invited feedback, and Chair Pahinui noted that the Board is forming a Transportation Committee and suggested coordination with Carol Philips.
• FYTC: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hb8ZGWFflHpRM_ygS341hlhFL13yPNhm/view?usp=drive_link
3. Waialua High & Intermediate – [0:22:13]: Michelle Cazimero from Waialua High & Intermediate reported on recent activities including a successful fall craft and food fair, an in-school crafts fair held before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving baskets delivered with thanks to community donors, December elementary outreach involving photos, ornaments, and treats, the upcoming Surf Sample Sale on December 13 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on the high school front lawn, and a Superintendent visit that focused on student voice.
4. Community Engagement – [0:24:14]: Resident Larry McElheny remarked on the importance of staying engaged regarding threats such as gondolas and overtourism, and praised the Board’s leadership.
5. North Shore Sustainable Communities Plan (NSSCP) – [0:26:00]: Resident Larry McElheny announced that the comment deadline for the North Shore Sustainable Communities Plan (NSSCP) has been extended with five days remaining and urged the public to provide input.
6. School bridge project – [0:26:15]: Secretary Denzer asked about the school bridge project, and the Chair responded that the bridge project, which includes a temporary alternate path, was previously presented and noise mitigation is planned.
7. Community meeting re: gondola & CPR ag-lots – [0:27:18]: Vice Chair Achiu announced a community meeting on December 1, 2025 in the Waialua High cafeteria to provide updates on the Kamananui/Kaukonahua Ranch Conditional Use Permit minor application for the gondola, CPR ag-lots, and next steps.
• Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YJfKch-W6DyxVQ21mp78kWBHOv0Q43nU/view?usp=drive_link
8. Pineapple Sprint Road Race – [0:28:23]: Chair Pahinui announced the annual Pineapple Sprint Road Race taking place on Sunday, February 22, with information available.
• Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fkhofopqV5QHkD–EuOIgpo8ARxkY9Ny/view?usp=drive_link

STATE ELECTED OFFICIALS – [0:28:39]
Office of Senator Brenton Awa – [0:28:52]: Mark Taliai provided an update on the Haleʻiwa Food Forest 1-year anniversary celebration on November 29, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, featuring departments on site, citrus and ʻulu tree giveaways, and the unveiling of new signs with permits picked up.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:30:47].
1. Invasive Species Reporting: Member Philips raised concerns about invasive species risk, specifically the Queensland longhorn beetle threatening ʻulu trees similar to the coconut rhinoceros beetle, and asked for legislative attention, which was acknowledged with a commitment to relay the concern and a reminder about the app for reporting invasive species.
Office of Representative Amy Perruso – [0:32:30]: Yvonne Yoro reported on Legislative Session preparations including wastewater infrastructure and agriculture/CPR parcel reforms with bill numbers to be shared when available, noted that the DOE six-year plan includes $20 million in FY27 for instructional facilities with potential for band room demolition and new build at the Waialua complex, and announced initiatives including the Keiki Caucus high school intern program with two students serving as liaisons and a Food Bank distribution on December 20 at Kaʻala Elementary with a registration link forthcoming.
CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS – [0:35:36]
Mayor Rick Blangiardi Representative – [0:35:46]: Dr. Kealoha Fox provided updates including a new mayoral newsletter signup at www.honolulu.gov/mayornewsletter-signup, upcoming holiday events featuring the Royal Hawaiian Band concert at Blaisdell, Thomas Square illumination, Honolulu City Lights with November 29, 2025 tree lighting and Electric Parade, and BWS holiday lights, support for Early Education Center relocation. Dr. Fox provided updates on previously raised concerns, including the exploration of park-and-ride options at the North Shore Transit Hub, Mililani Mauka, and a site between Wahiawā and Mililani; a DTS stop-sign change at Waialua Beach Road and Goodall Avenue with revised pavement markings in response to a school safety report; and HFD’s position to maintain the Sunset Beach Fire Station in its current location while supporting an EMS/Ocean Safety facility at Sharks Cove and pursuing separate land for future HFD expansion.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R2hYO-q_DUqayiq_8DHAuIRzQquLZZjb/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:42:07].
1. DPP enforcement & legal costs burden residents: Treasurer Leinau criticized DPP enforcement and legal cost processes that burden residents by forcing them to hire attorneys, which Fox acknowledged and will convey.
2. Honolulu City Lights budget: Treasurer Leinau inquired about the Honolulu City Lights budget, and Dr. Fox responded that the event is widely supported through generous public-private donations and stakeholders.
3. City Quality of Life Resident Survey: Member Antolini requested promotion of the City Quality of Life Resident Survey, which was open through December 4, 2025 and whose methodology and results are reviewed by the City Cabinet; the Chair requested links to post on the Board’s Facebook page.
4. HPD special duty support for Haleʻiwa Parade: Member Philips requested the Mayor’s support to offset HPD special duty costs for the Haleʻiwa Parade (which maintains low fees for youth and nonprofits), and Fox will convey this request.
5. Transit E-Line extension to North Shore: Luca Cuniberti from HYTC advocated for extending the proposed E-line beyond its current ʻEwa to Waipahu/Wahiawā Transit Center route to the North Shore for Skyline connectivity, with DTS discussions ongoing.
Councilmember Matt Weyer – [0:47:34]: Kelly Anaya provided community updates including resources for residents affected by service shutdowns, unanimous adoption of Resolution 23-305 urging DPP to revoke the Kamananui agribusiness/gondola project CUP, the nine-month Pūpūkea guardrail project now underway, completed Waimea Beach Park comfort station repairs, her participation in a Charter Commission meeting on public space enhancements and funding, a new DMV kiosk at Foodland Laie allowing late renewals, and ongoing work on Haleʻiwa Distillery complaints.
• Resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Lp3wcPmbAD2eHJuWhH9-709-POAyHTkw/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:50:36].
1. Waimea Beach Park comfort station specifics: Secretary Leinau inquired about Waimea Beach Park comfort station specifics, and Anaya responded that the roof and restrooms have been repaired with additional details to be provided, while Parks Committee member Aldrich noted prior wood rot, cleanup, and new lumber installation.
2. Commendation for Council office responsiveness: Resident Rex Shanahan praised Kelly Anaya’s responsiveness.
Chair Pahinui recognized Sierra Martin for a KWO homeless outreach update.
Homeless Outreach Update – [0:52:27]: Sierra Martin from KWO reported October outreach results of 32 individuals encountered (18 service-resistant), 10 community concern cases (all joined the program), and 10 households referred to housing awaiting placement. Upcoming Kamehameha Schools property sweeps near Laniākea/Kahalewai Place are scheduled for December 1 and 8 (initial entries) with the main sweep in early January, and KWO is hiring with contact at 808-728-5034.

BOARD BUSINESS – [0:55:55]
Transportation Committee – [0:55:56]: Chair Pahinui announced deferral of committee formation/appointments to January to build membership; interested board/community members to contact Chair Pahinui and Member Philips.
Mālama Pūpūkea–Waimea (MPW) – Kapoʻo Path Proposal – [0:56:30]; Jackie Leinau (MPW) and Kaleohano Farrant (North Shore Community Land Trust) presented a safety and access improvement project for Sharks Cove parking area. The plan includes extending a shared-use path along the makai side, adding parallel parking on the mauka side, creating a central travel lane, installing delineators and bollards, consolidating the northern entrance, and adding first responder stalls and a loading zone. The project maintains City jurisdiction to expedite approval and has received strong community support and letters from transportation, bike, and outdoor organizations. Next steps include obtaining DPR approval, DTS review, securing funding, and coordinating with the Council office, focusing initially on the northern lot only.
• Presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hTxmAVkeI0JVRL3uy8ChFjyO29YV4dp-/view?usp=drive_link
• MPW Impact Report:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jz2LB2RuWr-73jcqtAqTmXEAXzKUE6AS/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [1:06:33].
1. Parking space impacts: Member Foo inquired about parking space impacts, and the response indicated that the northern lot would see approximately a 50% reduction, the overall corridor about a 20% reduction, the southern lot would remain unaffected, and on-street parallel parking would slightly increase.
2. Bike racks: Secretary Denzer asked about bike racks, and the response indicated that “No Parking” zones could accommodate racks with anticipated increased bike use.
3. Safety and long-term experience: Resident Rex Shanahan supported the improvements, citing long-standing bicycle hazard conditions including turn-ins and a pothole near the path tie-in.
4. Expand southern/next lot: Treasurer Leinau suggested expanding the Waimea-side lot to offset the reduction, but proponents noted the scope is limited to path safety and additional projects may face ecological and social capacity constraints.
5. Tow support / enforcement: Vice Chair Achiu suggested establishing a towing partner for ongoing enforcement, which proponents acknowledged as a need for continued management.
6. Continuity to Waimea / Resident paid parking: Resident Frank Kimitch inquired about transitions toward Waimea and the concept of paid visitor parking with free resident parking, and MPW/NSCLT noted that the broader Act 31 effort includes future recommendations for visitor parking management.
[1:15:23] – Member Antolini MOVED and Member Philips SECONDED to support the design and construction of a shared-use path through the northern parking lot of Pūpūkea Beach Park near Kapoʻo (Sharks Cove), as proposed by Mālama Pūpūkea–Waimea and the North Shore Community Land Trust. Hearing no further discussions, the Board conducted a roll call vote; 12-0-0 (Aye: Burlew, Denzer, Matsumoto, Wycklendt, Achiu, Zazueta, Philips, Aldrich, Antolini, Foo, Leinau, Pahinui. Nay: None. Abstain: None.) – [1:16:24]. The motion was ADOPTED.
Department of Parks & Recreation, Division of Urban Forestry (DPR/DUF) – Tree Planting Initiatives – [1:17:14]: Roxanne Adams outlined a tree planting initiative to replace approximately 102 coconut trees removed due to CRB infestation at Haleʻiwa Aliʻi Beach Park and Kaiaka areas with about 143 shade trees, prioritizing native and canoe species where feasible. The project includes installing drip irrigation funded by a Climate Change and Resiliency grant and invites community volunteers to participate in planting 25-gallon stock trees in pre-dug holes.
• Handout: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g_9MC-BAfjQm5qDx-Z_hY9TtleBNd2Ek/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:20:14]
1. Native species priority & irrigation times: Chair Pahinui from BWS encouraged the use of drought-tolerant native species with non-invasive root systems and requested that drip irrigation be scheduled outside of 9-5 hours.
2. CRB / unsuitable species: Treasurer Leinau opposed planting hala due to CRB impacts, citing a severe example, and DPR responded that the concern was “duly noted.”
3. Species selections: DPR is leaning toward planting milo, hau (with maintenance), lonomea, pōkalakala (an endangered species from Kauaʻi), kukui (set back), and wiliwili (with groves returning) with drip irrigation, while avoiding monkeypods.
4. Community involvement: DPR will schedule community planting days with information to be disseminated by the Board, Zazueta suggested considering food-bearing natives, and DPR noted a current pause on coconut planting until CRB is controlled but remains open to partner netting projects with committed stewards.
5. Cultural practice & gathering trees: Resident Maka Casson-Fisher advocated for planting ʻulu and kukui for cultural uses and to reduce hazards from kiawe thorns, while supporting irrigation and planting operations.

Skateboard Park in Waialua District Park – Concept Support – [1:29:06]: Chair Pahinui and resident Erik Norris presented a proposal seeking conceptual support to explore a narrow, linear skateboard amenity along an underutilized edge of Waialua District Park near the fence line by the school lot toward Goodale/Waialua Beach Road. The proposal aims to minimize conflicts with existing fields and PE usage while providing youth with a safe space off neighborhood streets, and residents also mentioned an alternate long-term site across the street on a former HFD parcel. Discussion covered location feasibility, adjacency to PE fields, restrooms, potential pump track design, and the concept of composting toilets raised by Sunset Beach.
[1:37:01] – Member Antolini MOVED and Member Foo SECONDED to support the concept of a proposed Waialua skateboard park with further community engagement and consultation. Hearing no further discussions, the Board conducted a roll call vote; 12-0-0 (Aye: Burlew, Denzer, Matsumoto, Wycklendt, Achiu, Zazueta, Philips, Aldrich, Antolini, Foo, Leinau, Pahinui; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [1:37:53]. The motion was ADOPTED.

Moratorium on New Development and New Commercial Park and Beach Activities – [1:38:12]: Vice Chair Raquel Achiu, supported by the Chair and Board, presented a resolution requesting a development moratorium on the North Shore until the updated NSSCP is adopted into the Land Use Ordinance. The moratorium would halt zone changes, Special Comprehensive Plan / Land Use & Development Plan (SCP/LUDP)amendments, Special Management Area (SMA) permits, and new commercial beach activity permits, but would exempt owner-occupied single-family home remodeling/rebuilding and cesspool/septic replacements. The justification includes CPR agricultural lot abuses, speculative subdivisions, aquifer yield constraints, and enforcement gaps.
Resolution: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QlUI13NT-kpR4mJyqyaS2bxlCml67LTT/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [1:42:01]
1. Redundancy: Member Matsumoto recommends removing the phrase “other than single family dwelling” from the last paragraph on page one, as it appears redundantly in the continuation of that same paragraph on page two.
2. Scope clarity for commercial beach permits: Member Philips questioned the scope for commercial beach permits, and the resolution text was amended to specify “new.”
3. Timeline of moratorium (NSSCP adoption): Treasurer Leinau asked about the moratorium timeline, and it was clarified that the estimated Council process could reach July–August 2026, with the resolution serving as an advisory position of the Board without direct authority.
4. Water resource emphasis: Resident Rex Shanahan requested explicit emphasis on water by adding “especially water,” and the amendment was adopted.
5. Sustainability framing: Resident Larry McElheny provided a sustainability definition, and the Board echoed the need for balance versus never-ending growth on an island.
6. North Shore aquifer & proposed large pumpage: Vice Chair Achiu and Chair Pahinui expressed concerns about proposed new wells targeting millions of gallons per day from the potable aquifer for speculative agricultural and non-agricultural uses, urging conservation, recycled water, ditch repairs, and prioritization for real agriculture.
[2:02:44] – Member Philips MOVED and Vice Chair Achiu SECONDED to adopt the Moratorium Resolution as amended. Hearing no further discussions, the Board conducted a roll call vote; 12-0-0 (Aye: Burlew, Denzer, Matsumoto, Wycklendt, Achiu, Zazueta, Philips, Aldrich, Antolini, Foo, Leinau, Pahinui; Nay: None; Abstain: None.) – [2:03:16]. The motion was ADOPTED as amended. Chair Pahinui will transmit to appropriate City/State recipients.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES – [2:03:26]
October 28, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes: [2:03:31] – Secretary Denzer MOVED and Treasurer Leinau SECONDED to approve the October 28, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes. The motion was ADOPTED by voice vote; 12-0-0 (Aye: Burlew, Denzer, Matsumoto, Wycklendt, Achiu, Zazueta, Philips, Aldrich, Antolini, Foo, Leinau, Pahinui; Nay: None; Abstain: None)– [2:03:46].

COMMITTEE REPORTS – [2:03:51]
Health and Emergency Preparedness Committee: The Health and Emergency Preparedness Committee is scheduled to have its first meeting online on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 with interested parties directed to contact the Chair to attend.

BOARD MEMBER ATTENDANCE AT COMMUNITY MEETINGS / PUBLIC HEARINGS: No report.

ANNOUNCEMENTS – [2:04:10]
Chair’s Correspondence: Distributed to Board via email.
Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 (Board recesses in December 2025).
Board Member Announcements: None additional.

ADJOURNMENT – [2:04:21]
Chair Pahinui adjourned the meeting at approximately 9:04 p.m.

Submitted by: Zhoydell Magaoay, Neighborhood Assistant
Reviewed by: Dylan Whitsell, Deputy
Finalized by: Kathleen Pahinui, Chair

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