NORTH SHORE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 27

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2025
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 Schore 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 2 (Waialua). 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 October 28, 2025 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. July 22, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
B. July 30, 2025 Special Board Meeting Mintues
C. September, 23, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes

VII. BOARD BUSINESS (Limited to maximum 10 Minute Presentation)
A. Confirming the Health and Emergency Preparedness Committee
i. Chair
ii. Members
B. Draft City Charter Amendments
i. Regarding increased funding for Department of Parks and Recreation – Denise Antolini
ii. Regarding increased enforcement of the Land Use Ordinance by Department of Planning and Permitting – Kathleen Pahinui / Racquel Achiu
C. Presentation by Mālama Pūpukea-Waimea regarding Act 31 Progress Update on Pūpūkea Marine Life Conservation District Carrying Capacity Program and Recommendations for Access Management Measures to Reduce Visitor Impacts to Kapoʻo (Sharks Cove) Tidepools and Cove – Denise Antolini, Mike Packard, Kaleohano Farrant
VIII. CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS (Limited to three (3) Minutes Each)
A. Mayor Rick Blangiardi Representative – Dr. Kealoha Fox
B. Council Member Matt Weyer

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

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

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

XII. BOARD MEMBER ATTENDANCE AT COMMUNITY MEETINGS / PUBLIC HEARINGS

XIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Chair’s Correspondence – correspondence is emailed to board members.
B. Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – this is the annual convening meeting
C. Board Member Announcements

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, Hawaii 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, Hawaii 96817. Fax: (808) 768-3711. Email: nbtestimony@honolulu.gov.

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

DRAFT REGULAR MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 at 7:00 P.M.
WAIALUA ELEMENTARY CAFETERIA 67-020 WAIALUA BEACH ROAD
AND VIA WEBEX TELECONFERENCING

Video recording of this meeting can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xq9nadWTR4Y&t=2394s

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

CALL TO ORDER – [0:01:41]
Chair Kathleen Pahinui called the North Shore Neighborhood Board No. 27 meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Quorum was established with 10 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, George Atkins, Sharryl Matsumoto, Racquel Achiu (arrived at 7:15 p.m.), Kristina Zazueta, Deborah Aldrich, Denise Antolini, SharLyn Foo, Bob Leinau, Blake McElheny (arrived at 7:08 p.m., Kathleen Pahinui, and Carol Philips (appointed).

Members Absent: Leif Anderson.

Guests: Lieutenant Rommel Baysa, Sergeant Michael Young (Honolulu Police Department – HPD); Captain Vitor Marcal (Ocean Safety); Greg (Board of Water Supply), Dr. Kealoha Fox (Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative), Councilmember Matt Weyer, Kelly Anaya (Councilmember Weyer’s Office), Yvonne Yoro, Olivia Eagle (Representative Amy Perruso’s Office), Oryn Nakamura, Megan Inouye (Department of Transportation Services – DTS), Gimelle Jacala (Bow Engineering), Blane Andrade (Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority), Jonathan Lance (State Climate Change Commission), Erica Lehmkuhl, Larry McElheny, Bill Martin, Boyd Reedy (Waialua Historical Society), Delphine Otiniro, Douglas Ianan, Manu Anana, Gwen, Zach, Karen Gallagher, Frank Kimitch, Maka Casson-Fisher, Pailegutu Aukuso-Reopoamo (KWO Homeless Outreach), Betty Ray Raymond, Lynell DaMate, Evelyn Kaneshige, Honuʻāina Nichols, Dave Rogichaux, Christian Adams, Erendira Aldana, Lennie Espinoza, Andrea Woods, Jacque Leinau, Laura Shannon (Residents / Guests). Note: The names of any attendees who were not legible were not included. There were 71 attendees.

DECLARATION OF ANY CONFILICTS BY BOARD MEMBERS – [0:01:52]
No conflicts of interest were declared by Board Members.

FILLING OF VACANT BOARD SEATS – [0:02:05]
Carol Philips and Maka Casson-Fisher volunteered to fill one (1) vacant seat in Sub-District 3 (Haleʻiwa). [0:04:20] – Treasurer Leinau nominated Carol Philips for the vacant seat in Sub-District 3. [0:04:24] – Board Member Antolini nominated Maka Casson-Fisher for the vacant seat in Sub-District 3. The Board conducted a roll call vote; 4-6-0 (Philips: Burlew, Atkins, Foo, Leinau; Casson-Fisher: Denzer, Matsumoto, Zazueta, Aldrich, Antolini, Pahinui; Abstain: None) – [0:06:36]. Chair Pahinui noted that no candidate received the required eight votes to fill the vacant seat and postponed the voting to a later time.

PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS – [0:07:07]
Honolulu Fire Department – [0:07:09]: No representative was present.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Fnm1Th7OxdO42cEf0ZHzG7bOMJbUnnTW/view?usp=drive_link

Honolulu Police Department – [0:07:19]: Lieutenant Rommel Baysa provided the incident statistics for the previous month.
August 2025 Statistics: One (1) assault case (aggravated assault involving weapons), two (2) burglary cases, nine (9) motor vehicle collisions, zero (0) robberies, nine (9) unauthorized entries into motor vehicles, and 913 calls for service. For the entire district (Mililani, Wahiawa, and North Shore): 484 parking citations, 943 traffic infractions, 175 traffic crimes, nine (9) criminal citations, 90 arrests, and 145 charges.
Safety Tip: Traffic awareness and avoiding use of mobile electronic devices while driving or crossing the road.

Board Member McElheny arrived at 7:08 p.m. There were 11 Board Members present.

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:09:50]
1. Motorcycle Accidents: Treasurer Leinau asked if motorcycle accidents are counted separately. Sergeant Young responded that they are counted the same as other motorized vehicles, including electric bikes without pedals which are considered electric motorcycles.
2. Theft from Beaches: Board Member Antolini asked about the rise in theft of keys from visitors at beaches. Sergeant Young mentioned he is personally working to get camera towers installed at beach parks to deter theft and help with arrests.
Ocean Safety – [0:12:43]: Captain Vitor Marcal provided statistics for August 2025.
Emergency Responses: Ocean Safety responded to several incidents during the reporting period:
• Six (6) people aboard a vessel in distress at Kāneʻohe Sandbar (no injuries)
• Twelve (12) people in waist-deep water with a vessel taking on water at Kāneʻohe Sandbar
• One (1) windsurfer down approximately one mile offshore (rescued via jet ski)
• Multiple parachute cutaway incidents at Oakley Skydive Hawaiʻi
Medical Incidents:
• Two (2) dislocated shoulders at Waimea Bay’s shore break from people jumping off the jump rock
• One (1) 12-year-old male who fell and couldn’t move at an unspecified point
• Confirmed 6–7-foot tiger shark sighting in the middle of Waimea Bay
Resources Deployed:
• Eight (8) lifeguard towers
• Three (3) jet skis
• One (1) truck stationed at Shark’s Cove
• Three (3) patrol tables covering both areas continuously
Location-Specific Activity:
Shark’s Cove has become extremely busy with high tourist and foot traffic, resulting in three rescues. Hanauma Bay also had three rescues. Sunset Beach had no rescues. Chun’s Reef continues to be a high-rescue location due to daily surf school activities and recreational surfing.
Monthly Statistics (August):
• Beach Attendance: 371,000 visitors (note: some overlap due to people entering/leaving throughout the day)
• Peak Hours: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Preventative Actions: 37,000 (safety advisories, beach condition updates, location recommendations)
• Public Contacts: 61,000
• Total Rescues: 17 (all towers and jet skis combined)
• First Aid Reports: 6 (including fish hook injuries, bee stings, sea urchin wounds, and basic medical care before EMS arrival)

Board Member Achiu arrived at 7:15 p.m. There were 12 Board Members present.

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:17:09]
1. Beach Attendance Numbers: Board Member Antolini requested specific numbers for Waimea Bay and Shark’s Cove. Captain Marcal reported Waimea Bay had 74,000 attendees, 6,000 preventative actions, and 7,000 public contacts, while Shark’s Cove had 76,000 attendees, 5,891 preventative actions, and 9,323 public contacts.
2. High Visitor Numbers: A community member expressed surprise at the high number of monthly beach visitors.
Board of Water Supply (BWS) – [0:18:54]: BWS Representative Pahinui reported on two (2) main breaks in August 2025: a 6-inch main break on August 13, 2025 at 66-948 Kuewa Drive and a 4-inch main break on Sunday, August 24, 2025 opposite Kawailoa on Kamehameha Highway. He noted August had only 18% of normal rainfall, making it abnormally dry. He encouraged water conservation, asking residents to save 20% by turning off faucets when brushing teeth, turning off showers when soaping up, using nozzles on hoses, and avoiding lawn watering.

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:21:09]
1. Water Table Monitoring: Board Member Atkins asked about water table monitoring. BWS Representative Pahinui explained that US Geological Survey checks the water table regularly, and BWS monitors well heads monthly, with reports available on their website.
2. Agricultural Water Usage: Treasurer Leinau asked about water usage in agricultural areas. BWS Representative Pahinui clarified that agricultural areas generally use water from the old Dole irrigation system, not potable water.
3. Large Water Users: Board Member McElheny thanked BWS for their public advocacy and asked about large water users mentioned in a Civil Beat article. BWS Representative Pahinui explained that many golf courses have their own wells using brackish water, and that non-residential users pay the highest water rates, with no discounts for large users.
4. Military Water Usage: BWS Representative Pahinui noted that most military installations have their own water systems except Kāneʻohe Marine Corps Base, which is the largest water user in their system. BWS is working with them to get their recycled water plant operational for their golf course.
RESIDENTS’/COMMUNITY CONCERNS – [0:28:45]
1. North Shore Christmas Parade – [0:29:08]: Erica Lehmkuhl from the North Shore Chamber of Commerce announced the Christmas parade on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. She also mentioned the Christmas tree lighting on Saturday, November 29, 2025 and the Chamber’s Christmas party on Thursday, December 11, 2025.
• Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vgTWWYOf7uo8P9ut7KVK06X4gvXD4K43/view?usp=drive_link
2. Research on Agricultural Pesticides – [0:31:03]: Olivia Eagle, a student at Hawaii Pacific University and intern with Representative Perruso’s office, announced her senior capstone research on how pesticides from agricultural runoff affect the North Shore. She invited community members to participate in interviews.
3. Sustainability Definition – [0:32:11]: Larry McElheny discussed the upcoming North Shore Sustainable Communities Plan and suggested developing a community definition of sustainability to include in the final plan.
4. Laniākea Parking Area Maintenance – [0:34:04]: Bill Martin expressed concerns about the poor condition of the Laniākea parking area, noting it needs maintenance as the gravel is uneven and dangerous. He also mentioned visibility issues when pulling out onto Kamehameha Highway due to yellow bollards blocking the view.
5. Climate Change Commission Report – [0:36:35]: Jonathan Lance from the State Climate Change Commission announced their draft Climate Action Pathways report with 23 recommendations covering energy, buildings, food security, water quality, waste, and transportation. He invited public feedback and left flyers with QR codes for accessing the report.
• Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11j81PscZJk4RV7BGBxSZRTAUS4Ml0fTn/view?usp=drive_link
6. Haleʻiwa Beach Park Conditions – [0:39:40]: Delphine Otiniro expressed concerns about the poor condition of Haleʻiwa Beach Park, including lack of lighting in the playground area, presence of homeless people, and dirty facilities with weeds and soap scum.
7. Waialua Historical Society Exhibit – [0:42:18]: Boyd Reedy announced that the Waialua Historical Society opened an exhibit about Waialua’s history in April 2025 at the old Sugar Mill office building. The exhibit is open Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. A fundraised will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Wailua Community Association. For more information on how to attend and support out organization, as well as details about the exhibit, please visit www.waialuahistoricalsociety.org.
8. Haleʻiwa Beach Park Maintenance Issues – [0:43:06]: Douglas Ianan raised concerns about mud from the shower area at Haleʻiwa Beach Park, homeless people in the bathrooms making children afraid to use them, and general lack of maintenance. He also asked about bringing back community events like Haleʻiwa Sea Spree and Sunset on the Beach.
9. Homeless Outreach Report – [0:44:21]: Pailegutu Aukuso-Reopoamo from Kealahou West Oʻahu (KWO) reported on homeless outreach efforts, noting they encountered 103 homeless individuals in District 2 in August 2025, with 65 being service-resistant and 38 interested in services. Fifteen families are in the program awaiting housing placement.
10. Beach Park Drain Clearing – [0:47:34]: Manu Anana thanked the City and County Parks and Recreation for pumping the drain lines at Aliʻi Beach Park for three to four weeks following his request at previous town hall meetings.
11. Hawaiian Language Education – [0:48:10]: Maka Casson-Fisher discussed the Pūnana Leo O Waialua Hawaiian Language Pre-School and the need for Hawaiian language teachers and housing for them. He noted September is Hawaiian History Month and mentioned upcoming cultural events.
12. Historic Buildings Recognition – [0:51:45]:Frank Kimitch asked about plaques commemorating historical buildings at Haleʻiwa Elementary School and the fire station, wondering if they are designated historical landmarks.

FILLING OF VACANT BOARD SEAT – [0:52:57]
Chair Pahinui called for volunteers to fill the vacant Waialua subdistrict seat. No one volunteered. For the Haleʻiwa subdistrict 3 seat, Carol Philips and Maka Casson-Fisher initially volunteered. Casson-Fisher later withdrew his nomination. The Board conducted a roll call vote; 12-0 [Philips: Burlew, Denzer, Atkins, Matsumoto, Achiu, Zazueta, Aldrich, Antolini, Foo, Leinau, McElheny, Pahinui; Abstain: None] – [0:54:16]. Carol Phillips was unanimously elected to the board.

[0:54:17] – Chair Pahinui called a brief recess for NA Magaoay to administer the Oath of Office to Board Member Philips at 7:53 p.m.

[0:56:57] – Chair Pahinui called the meeting back to order. There were 13 Board Members present.

BOARD BUSINESS – [0:57:05]
Confirming the Health and Emergency Preparedness Committee Chair – [0:57:08]: Chair Pahinui asked for a board member to chair the Health and Emergency Preparedness Committee. No one volunteered, so the item was deferred.

Confirming Board Member Board Member Antolini as the North Shore NB #27 Representative to the Laniākea Working Group – [0:57:39]: Chair Pahinui noted she had authorized Board Member Antolini to attend a recent meeting before this official appointment. [0:58:12] – Board Member Foo MOVED and Treasurer Leinau SECONDED to appoint Board Member Board Member Antolini as the North Shore Neighborhood Board representative to the Laniākea Working Group. Hearing no discussions, the Board conducted a voice vote; 13-0-0 [Aye: Burlew, Denzer, Atkins, Matsumoto, Achiu, Zazueta, Aldrich, Antolini, Foo, Leinau, McElheny, Pahinui, Philips; Nay: None; Abstain: None] – [0:58:22]. The motion was ADOPTED unanimously.

Brief Update on Laniākea Working Group – [0:58:30]: Board Member Antolini reported that the Laniākea Working Group has met twice. The Department of Transportation presented revised plans for the Makai parking lot, which were well-received. The plan includes two exit options (to Haleʻiwa or Waimea), three ADA parking spaces, three lifeguard parking spaces, and a fire lane. There are 50 total parking spaces as required by permits. The next meeting will address jurisdictional issues, as the area involves both city and state land. Future discussions will focus on parking lot management.

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [1:03:15]
1. Construction Status: A question was raised about the current pause in construction. Board Member Antolini explained they had an inadvertent discovery and are following required protocols.
2. Paid Parking Consideration: Board Member Zazueta asked about implementing paid parking for visitors with free parking for residents. Board Member Antolini responded that the working group will address these questions in future meetings.
3. Bus Access: Board Member Atkins asked about tour bus access. Board Member Antolini confirmed that under the current plan, large trucks and buses would not be allowed in the parking lot.
4. Number of Parking Spaces: Board Member Aldrich asked about the number of parking spaces. Board Member Antolini confirmed there will be 50 spaces.
5. Parking Modifications: Board Member McElheny asked whether the entrance and exit system could be modified in the future based on what we observe. If we learn from monitoring the current setup, would it be possible to revisit the one-way-in, one-way-out design?
6. Environmental Considerations: Secretary Denzer raised a question about considering the delicate ecosystem and endangered species. Board Member Antolini noted that Mālama i nā Honu is part of the working group because of their stewardship role with sea turtles.
7. Surfer Parking Concerns: Board Member Carol Philips expressed concern that 50 parking spaces wouldn’t be enough for surfers, noting that Pipeline sometimes has 500 surfers. She also asked how “residents” would be defined for preferential parking.
8. Spillover Parking: Bill Martin expressed concern about spillover parking at Chun’s when the surf is good and surfers come from town.
9. Parking Philosophy: Chair Pahinui shared an insight from Joel Guy of the Hanalei Initiative that “you will never build enough parking” and that building more parking simply attracts more vehicles.

City Council Bill 56 – Pertaining to Special Management Area (SMA) Permits Minor: Requiring Community Notification When an SMA Minor is Applied – [1:13:15]: Councilmember Matt Weyer reported on Bill 56, which addresses Special Management Area (SMA) minor permits. The bill aims to increase public notice and participation in the permitting process. Department of Planning & Permitting (DPP) has agreed to create an online database of minor applications. Vice Chair Racquel Achiu explained that the issue arose because developers often misrepresent projects to avoid community review, citing examples of shoreline properties being developed without environmental review and the gondola project that never presented to the board.
• Bill: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fW4iNua7EreUek2yqAFFmTJIpWdGBwWD/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [1:23:17]
1. Online Document Access: Board Member Antolini requested that DPP put actual permit documents online, not just listings, to avoid information requests. Board Member Atkins added that currently users must pay just to open and view documents online.
2. Community Impact: Board Member Burlew acknowledged the importance of this effort, noting how the board’s advocacy has already made a difference.
3. Environmental Impact Statement Expiration: Frank Kimitch asked about implementing time limits on environmental impact statements, noting some projects are built based on decades-old approvals. Council Member Weyer mentioned he has introduced a resolution addressing this issue.
[1:26:48] – Vice Chair Achiu MOVED and Board Member Burlew SECONDED to support Bill 56 and Council Member Weyer’s efforts. Hearing no further discussions, the Board conducted a roll call vote; 13-0-0 (Aye: Burlew, Denzer, Atkins, Matsmoto, Achiu, Zazueta, Philips, Aldrich, Antolini, Foo, Leinau, McElheny, Pahinui; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [1:30:05]. The motion was ADOPTED.

Haleʻiwa Multi-Use Path Update – [1:30:41]: Oryn Nakamura from the Department of Transportation Services (DTS), along with Megan Inouye and Gimelle Jacala from Bow Engineering, presented updated plans for the Haleʻiwa multi-use path. The presentation showed visual renderings of the proposed path along Haleʻiwa Road, connecting to the existing path on Waialua Beach Road and extending toward the harbor. The design includes shared roadways with paved shoulders near the bridge, transitioning to a shared-use path (8-12 feet wide) with a 2-foot buffer from the road. The path will use the existing sidewalk by Haleʻiwa Elementary School (widened from 6 to 8 feet) and move into Aliʻi Beach Park to preserve street parking. Near the boat harbor, the path will transition back to a shared roadway due to space limitations.

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [1:39:24]
1. Funding and Timeline: Board Member Leinau asked about funding and timeline. Nakamura explained that funding still needs to be allocated, with construction anticipated to start in 2027 and permitting in 2026.
2. Drainage Swale Consideration: Board Member Leinau asked about addressing a drainage swale near Aliʻi Beach Park. Nakamura confirmed they would address this during the permitting process.
3. Path Design Between School and Beach Park: Board Member Philips asked about the design between Haleʻiwa Elementary and Aliʻi Beach Park. Nakamura explained they would try to widen portions of the road where available.
4. Minimum Path Width: Board Member Philips asked about the minimum width of the path. Jacala explained that the multi-use path would be 8 feet at minimum with a 2-foot buffer, and travel lanes would be narrowed to 10 feet each.
5. Crosswalk Placement: Board Member Matsumoto suggested reviewing the crosswalk placement in front of Haleʻiwa Elementary School, noting it doesn’t align with school entrances.
6. Crosswalk Safety Features: Barb Luke-Doe suggested adding speed bumps before crosswalks rather than raised crosswalks, noting that drivers often don’t notice raised crosswalks until they’re on them. Luke-Doe inquired whether a crosswalk would be installed at the Aliʻi Beach Park entrance to accommodate both vehicles entering and exiting the park and pedestrians or cyclists. Jacala responded that while this feature is not currently included in their design, they would note the suggestion for consideration.
7. Country Character Concerns: Maka Casson-Fisher expressed concern about balancing infrastructure improvements with maintaining the country character of the area.
8. Bridge Area Improvements: Frank Kimitch asked about improvements to the narrow areas around the bridge. Jacala explained they would maintain 3–4-foot shoulders depending on right-of-way constraints.
9. Safety Comment: Board Member McElheny commented that to restore the sense of safety we all once knew, we should approach these discussions by asking: How do we reclaim the feeling of safety and security we had when we were younger? How do we protect our children when they’re at the park or riding bikes?
10. Boat Harbor Route Alternative: Board Member Philips suggested routing the path through the inside of the boat harbor for safety. Nakamura explained they had considered this but there were concerns about boat traffic and other activities in the harbor.
11. Tree Impact: Vice Chair Achiu asked about the potential impact on trees in Aliʻi Beach Park. Nakamura explained they would use root barriers to prevent root uplift of the asphalt and would look at ways to route around trees.
12. Additional Crosswalk Request: Resident Zach suggested adding another raised crosswalk before the bridge to slow traffic.
13. Parking: Casson-Fisher asked whether the barriers could be moved closer to the swale to allow for diagonal, nose-first parking, similar to what already occurs across the street from Nalimu Road and Naoiwi Lane. However, once you reach the other side, it’s all parallel parking.
14. Environmental Considerations: Resident Gwen suggested incorporating more green environmental elements like permeable pavers instead of asphalt to protect water resources and reduce heat.
15. Additional Crosswalk Request: Board Member Zazueta suggested installing a crosswalk right where Paʻalaʻa Road is, so kids can walk to school more safely and easily cross the road.
16. Walkway Request: Board Member Zazueta asked if there are plans to expand and pave two to three feet on the right side of Paʻalaʻa Road, noting potential obstruction from utility poles. She requested the addition of a pedestrian buffer or walkway to address the significant foot traffic in that location.
CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS – [2:00:16]
Mayor Rick Blangiardi Representative – [2:00:21]: Dr. Kealoha Fox provided updates from Mayor Blangiardi’s newsletter, including Purple Heart recipient ceremonies, groundbreaking for the third segment of the rail project from Kalihi to Kakaʻako, discussions on housing and homelessness with the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the swearing in of new Honolulu Youth Commission members. She announced the North Shore Sustainable Communities Plan public comment period is open until Friday, November 14, 2025, with a workshop scheduled for Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. She also mentioned the once-per-decade City Charter review with proposal submissions due by Friday, November 7, 2025. Dr. Fox addressed questions that had been raised in the previous meeting.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lKP_LEGueMXUQlnaAbH5zYbtvlWbWaJ/view?usp=drive_link
• Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pC5YXCAMoZJoGh4JGEgi1joamMZm4Hf/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [2:03:09]
1. Document Access Fees: Board Member Atkins expressed concern about having to pay fees just to view government documents online. Dr. Fox explained that fees for government records are governed by Chapter 92F of Hawaiʻi Revised Statutes but agreed to check with DPP about their specific practices.
2. Sustainable Communities Plan Comparison: Treasurer Leinau requested that the presentation on the North Shore Sustainable Communities Plan include a comparison between the old plan (2011) and the new draft to highlight changes. Dr. Fox agreed it was a good suggestion but noted there have been substantial organizational changes to the document.
3. Digital Access to Documents: Board Member McElheny echoed concerns about document access fees and encouraged the city to explore more digital free access for the public, noting that modern technology should make this easier.
Council Member Matt Weyer – [2:07:32]: Council Member Weyer provided updates on traffic safety initiatives, the emergency response resolution for monitoring (which passed), and the upcoming tsunami response meeting on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in the Public Safety Committee. He reminded residents about the Tuesday, September 30, 2025 deadline for property tax exemptions and dedications. He announced that the gondola project modification application had been officially withdrawn. He mentioned the North Shore Sustainable Communities Plan would be discussed at a hearing on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. He provided updates on parking signage at the Waialua courthouse, the Pūpūkea guardrail installation (contract awarded with pre-construction to start in the last quarter of 2025), and Resolution 25-261 regarding an extension of the Hanapohaku project. Regarding the Haleʻiwa Backyards project, he reported that the bill is in the Zoning Committee after being recommitted, and the administration is assessing the property for possible city acquisition for housing or other community uses.

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [2:16:14]
1. DPP Communication: Chair Pahinui expressed disappointment that DPP hadn’t kept Council Member Weyer informed about the gondola project withdrawal letter and requested better communication with both the council member and the community.
2. Hanapohaku Project Update: Treasurer Leinau asked about the mayor’s involvement with the Hanapohaku project. Council Member Weyer reported that discussions are positive, with a final appraisal expected within three weeks and a draft letter of intent already prepared.
3. Backyards Project Status: Board Member Antolini clarified that the Backyards project is on hold but not dead, emphasizing the need for continued community engagement to develop positive alternatives for the property, which was purchased for $1.9 million in 2018.
STATE ELECTED OFFICIALS – [2:25:27]
Representative Amy Perruso – [2:25:27]: Yvonne Yoro from Representative Perruso’s office thanked Chair Pahinui and Vice Chair Achiu for their work on the community evacuation emergency plan. She reported that Representative Perruso plans to introduce two bills: one placing time limits on Environmental Impact Statements and another amending the triggers for Environmental Assessments to include cultural significance.

Questions, comments and concerns followed – [2:28:24]
1. Elected Official Presence: Maka Casson-Fisher expressed appreciation for elected officials’ presence at meetings and encouraged community members to attend the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority meeting at Leilehua High School the next day.
2. Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority Meeting: Blane Andrade from Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority provided details about the Destination Management Action Plans meeting scheduled for the next day from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Leilehua High School. He explained his role as destination manager for Oʻahu, balancing community, industry, and government interests, and invited community input on managing tourism, especially on the North Shore which receives approximately 10,000 visitors daily.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES – Deferred to the next meeting.

COMMITTEE REPORTS – Deferred to the next meeting.

BOARD MEMBER ATTENDANCE AT COMMUNITY MEETINGS / PUBLIC HEARINGS – Deferred to the next meeting.

ANNOUNCEMENTS – The next North Shore Neighborhood Board No. 27 regular meeting is on Tuesday, October 29, 2025.

ADJOURNMENT – [2:32:37]: The meeting was adjourned at 9:31 p.m.

Submitted by: Zhoydell Magaoay, Neighborhood Assistant, NCO
Reviewed by: Lindon Valenciano, Community Relations Specialist, NCO
Finalized by: Kathleen Pahinui, Chair

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