WAIMĀNALO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 32

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA OF THE WAIMĀNALO NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD #32
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026, at 7:00 P.M.

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Purpose: The purpose of Neighborhood Boards and the Neighborhood Plan is to increase and assure effective citizen participation in the decisions of government.

Rules for Engaging: Anyone wishing to speak is asked to click the “raise hand” icon, and when recognized by the Chair, to address comments to the Chair. Remarks should not exceed three (3) minutes. Please ensure your microphone is muted unless you are speaking. You can mute and unmute for those dialing in on the phone by pressing * 6. Please state your first and last name for the record, before moving into your comment/question etc. Written testimony may also be submitted via email using the contact information listed on the Neighborhood Commission Office website. ALOHA, “Akahai”, meaning kindness to be expressed with tenderness; “Lōkahi”, meaning unity, to be expressed with harmony; “ʻOluʻolu” meaning agreeable, to be expressed with pleasantness; “Haʻahaʻa”, meaning humility, to be expressed with modesty; “Ahonui”, meaning patience, to be expressed with perseverance, in accordance with Hawaiʻi Revised Statutes Chapter § 5-7.5.

Notes: 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, nine (9) of this 13-member Board, is needed to add an item to the agenda. Adding an item to the agenda, however, is not permitted if 1. The item to be added is of reasonably major importance and 2. Action on the item by the Board will affect a significant number of persons. Determination of whether a specific matter may be added to an agenda must be done on a case-by-case basis. Please silence all electronic devices. This meeting is being recorded.

1) CALL TO ORDER – Chair Kimeona Kane
a) Opening Pule/Oli – Volunteer participant
b) Welcoming Remarks, Rules of the meeting and announcements – Chair Kimeona Kane
c) Roll Call – Neighborhood Board Assistant Melissa Urubio
d) ʻŌlelo Noʻeau o ka Mahina – #21 Ahuwale na pae puʻu o Hāʻupukele. The row of Hāʻupukele’s hills are in full view. Said of anything that is exposed or very obvious.
e) Lohe i ke Kūpuna
2) EMERGENCY PROVIDERS REPORT (Limited to three (3) minutes)
a) Honolulu Fire Department, email the Honolulu Fire Department’s Public Information Office at hfdnhb@honolulu.gov
b) Honolulu Police Department, https://www.honolulupd.org/information/
c) City and County of Honolulu Ocean Safety Department, District 2 Lieutenant Aka Tamashiro

3) PUBLIC AGENCIES’ REPORT (Three (3) minutes each)
a) Board of Water Supply – Danielle Ornelas. https://www.boardofwatersupply.com/
b) Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – Director Laura Thielen, laura.thielen@honolulu.gov (Five (5) minutes)
c) Hawaiʻi State Department of Transportation – Casey Abe, casey.abe@hawaii.gov
4) COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS REPORTS (Three (3) minutes each)
a) Education Reports
i) Waimānalo Elementary and Intermediate School – Principal Jamie Dela Cruz, jaime.delacruz@k12.hi.us
ii) Blanche Pope Elementary School, Kula Kaiapuni o Waimānalo – Principal Heidi Rezentes, heidi.rezentes@k12.hi.us
iii) Mālama Honua Public Charter School – Principal Denise Espania, despania@malamahonuapcs.org
iv) Kula Kaiapuni o Kailua – Hōkū Akana
v) Hui Mālama O Ke Kai – Maile Ahsam, info@huimalamaokekai.org
vi) Windward Community College – Ardis Eschenberg, ardise@hawaii.edu
vii) University of Hawaiʻi, College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources – Ilima Ho-Lastimosa, lipuupuu@hawaii.edu
viii) Hawaiʻi Job Corps – Julie Dugan, Dugan.Julie@jobcorps.org
b) Community Services Reports
i) Waimānalo Health Center – Jasmine Lefiti, JLefiti@waimanalohealth.org
ii) Waimānalo Hawaiian Homestead Association – Kenneth Ho, kianiani@gmail.com
c) Military Reports
i) Bellows Air Force Station – Major Eric Johnson, eric.johnson.138@us.af.mil
ii) Marine Corps Base Hawaii – Kristi Kaluhiwa, Kristi.kaluhiwa@usmc.mil
iii) Hawaiʻi Army National Guard – Colonel Ronald Hogsten, ronald.d.hogsten.mil@army.mil, 808-672-1828
5) RESIDENT/COMMUNITY CONCERNS & ANNOUNCEMENTS/PUBLIC REPORTS (Three (3) minutes) For Community Concerns please review the NOTE section in the box at the top of the page regarding adding items to the agenda.
a) Pono ʻOluʻolu Update – Mialisa Otis
b) Waimānalo Community Baby Shower Update – Mia Janjic, Community Navigator
c) Waimānalo Early Childhood ʻUpena, mjanjic@pidfoundation.org
6) ELECTED OFFICIALS’ REPORTS (Five (5) minutes)
a) City Councilmember Esther Kiaʻāina, ekiaaina@honolulu.gov, (808) 768-5003
b) State Senator Chris Lee, senlee@capitol.hawaii.gov, (808) 587-8388
c) State Representative Lisa Marten, repmarten@capitol.hawaii.gov, (808) 586-9450
d) Governor Josh Green, https://governor.hawaii.gov/, (808) 586-0034, Randi Jeung, randi.s.jeung@hawaii.gov
e) Congress Jill Tokuda, https://tokuda.house.gov/, DavidKim, David.Kim1@mail.house.gov

7) BOARD BUSINESS
a) Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes, Monday, April 13, 2026 and Monday, May 11, 2026
b) Submitting a letter to Glenn Okamoto (State Department of Agriculture and Biodiversity) Anson Murayama, Jolyn Ohta (Community Planning and Engineering, Inc.) regarding the Intent to Preparation of Declaration of Exemption Waimānalo Reservoir Miscellaneous Improvements (DOASW16-A), Waimānalo, Island of Oahu, Hawaiʻi. Tax Map Key: (1) 4-1-010: 002
c) Community Climate Mandate for East Oʻahu (CCM-EO)- Discussion on presentation from Monday May 11, 2026 presentation and submission of feedback, recommendations, questions to Aloha McGuffie @aloha.mcguffie@ulumau.com.
d) Update previous position regarding Aquarium Collection of Native Reef Fish to include most recent attempt to secure 15 permits and direct the Chair of the Waimānalo Neighborhood Board #32 or representative to submit testimony as necessary.
e) Request the Department of Parks and Recreation to add native trees to the Waimānalo Beach Park along Kalanianaʻole Highway.
f) Request the Department of Parks and Recreation to remove non native Iron Wood Trees and replace them with native trees along the tree line at Waimānalo Beach Park.
g) Request the Department of Parks and Recreation to identify with signage, delineate and place necessary protection measures to preserve Puʻu a Kahaʻi at Kaupō Beach Park.
h) Send a letter of invitation to the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority (NELHA) nelha@nelha.hawaii.gov regarding restoring public access to Mākai Research Pier.
i) Submitting a letter to the Department of Facilities Maintenance, or other(s) who are responsible for clearing rock from channelized canals in Waimānalo, to ensure it is offered back to the community.
j) Submitting a letter to appropriate representatives, departments, offices, or other, regarding a review of the following bridges/culverts to ensure safety of the public.
i) Hīhīmanu Street- One lane bridge near the Waimānalo Transfer Station
ii) Hīhīmanu Street- Culvert at the south end of Waimānalo District Park
iii) Hīhīmanu Street- Culvert north of Hui Mālama O Ke Kai
iv) Marine Corps Base Hawaiʻi, Bellows Air Force Base

8) MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS – Chair Kimeona Kane (Five (5) minutes)
a) Neighborhood Commission Office Announcements – Neighborhood Board Assistant Melissa Urubio
b) The next Waimānalo Neighborhood Board No. 32 Regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026.
c) 2026 ʻŌlelo Broadcast Schedule – The Waimānalo Neighborhood Board No. 32 meetings are broadcast on ʻŌlelo Channel 49 on the fourth (4th) Monday of the month at 9:00 p.m. and on the first (1st) and third (3rd) Saturdays of the month at 3:00 p.m.
d) Upcoming meetings
i) Oʻahu Historic Preservation Commission
ii) Honolulu Charter Commission
iii) Board of Land and Natural Resources meeting

9) ADJOURNMENT, CLOSING REMARKS, & PULE – Chair Kimeona Kane (Two (2) Minutes)

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, by telephone on (808) 768-3710, fax (808) 768-3711, or e-mailing nco@honolulu.gov. Agenda documents and minutes are also available online at https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/boards.

All written testimony must be received in the Neighborhood Commission Office 48 hours prior to the meeting. If within 48 hours of the meeting, 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, HI 96817, fax (808) 768-3711, or complete the form on https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/board-testimony.

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
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026, AT 7:00 P.M.
WAIMĀNALO PUBLIC LIBRARY, 41-1320 KALANIANA’OLE HIGHWAY, WAIMĀNALO, HI 96795
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Video recording of this meeting is found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_3ABQWs5oI

Meeting materials are found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12YXyGq4fcxrkfzlLmf4saaylQ9Os5f9z

1) CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:10]: Chair Kimeona Kane called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. He welcomed attendees, announced the Rules for Engagement, Sunshine Law reminders, and aloha expectations.

Opening Pule/Oli – [0:00:38]: Member Brenda Wong volunteered and offered the opening pule.

Roll Call – [0:03:53]: Six members were present at the start of the meeting and quorum was not yet established. Note: This 13-member Board requires seven members to establish a quorum and to take official action.

ʻŌlelo Noʻeau o ka Mahina – [0:05:17]: Chair Kane shared ʻŌlelo Noʻeau o ka Mahina #20 – Ahuwale ka nane hūnā. The hidden answer to the riddle is seen. That which was a secret is no longer hidden.

Lohe i ke Kūpuna – [0:05:53]: Chair Kane invited any kūpuna present or online to share a message. Chair Kane also observed a moment of silence in honor of a kūpuna recently lost in Waimānalo. Community member Kalola shared briefly online.

Members Present: Kanela Kamahalohanuilai, Kūʻike Kamakea-ʻŌhelo, Kimeona Kane, Lillie Makaila, Moeʻata Mokulehua, Brenda Wong, Hoku Akana (7:06 p.m.), Kukui Akana (7:12 p.m.), Lourdes Millan (7:17 p.m.); Ted Ralston (7:25 p.m.), Kapiʻolani Nee (7:26 p.m.).

Members Absent: Jehnna McKeague.

Guests: Captain Dave Schubert (Honolulu Fire Department); Lieutenant Drew Akagi (Honolulu Police Department); Lieutenant Aka Tamashiro (Department of Ocean Safety); Danielle Ornellas (Board of Water Supply); Director Laura Thielen (Mayor’s Representative); Casey Abe (Hawaiʻi State Department of Transportation); Principal Jill Spry/Kailua High School; Chancellor Ardis Eschenberg (Windward Community College); Julie Dugan (Hawaiʻi Job Corps); Jasmine Lefiti (Waimānalo Health Center); Denise Espania (Mālama Honua Public Charter School); Councilmember Esther Kiaʻāina and Kaʻu Kalama-Ohelo; Aloha McGuffie (Ulumau LLC); Jolyn Ohta, Glenn Okamoto, Anson Murayama (Community Planning and Engineering / Dept. of Agriculture and Biosecurity – Waimānalo Reservoir); Mialisa Otis (Pono ʻOluʻolu); Blanche McMillan (Hui Mahiʻai ʻĀina); Maile Nuʻuhiwa-Santos (Kula Kaiapuni o Waimānalo); Blanche McMillan, Boobie Kalai, Kainoa Choy, Joy Sampaio, Bobby Silva, Karin Omahony, Keith Rollins, Rosemary Kaleleiki-Rollins, Glenn Okamoto, Bernard Sampaga, Cindy Parker, Michele Kaeo-Vili, Sherrilyn Vega, Vonisa Keawe, Tracey Parker, Bryce Calpito, Esther M P Lafaele, Jody G., Johnnie-Mae L. Perry, Kalola, Mike Buck (C.O.R.E.), Ronnie Inagaki, S P, Sonelle, Toy, Olelo Virtual (Residents and Community Members); Melissa Urubio (Neighborhood Commission Office). Note: Names were not included if not legible. There were approximately 65 total participants.

Member Hōkū Akana joined the meeting at at 7:06 p.m., establishing quorum with 7 members present.

2) EMERGENCY PROVIDERS REPORT – [0:10:38]
a) Honolulu Fire Department – [0:10:50]: Captain Dave Schubert reported April 2026 statistics: 32 medical calls, one structure fire, three brush fires, two activated alarms, one nuisance fire, and one motor vehicle collision. Captain Schubert shared a wildfire safety tip warning that Hawaiʻi is entering a high-risk period, advising residents to clear dry brush, avoid parking on dry grass, and refrain from spark-generating activities, with additional resources at fire.honolulu.gov and hawaiiwildfire.org.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ahfaXadF8I8_8Z-w4x6sZBPSPipT8tU_/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:11:49]
1. Ocean-related incidents: Resident Mr. Larson asked about ocean-related incidents. Captain Schubert noted none were reflected in the report and clarified that the Honolulu Fire Department responds with rescue boards and rescue tubes, and that ocean rescues involving jet skis are handled by the Department of Ocean Safety.

Member Kukui Akana joined the meeting at 7:12 p.m. – 8 members present.

b) Honolulu Police Department – [0:13:31]: Lieutenant Drew Akagi reported April 2026 statistics: one motor vehicle theft (zero previous month), one burglary (one previous month), one theft (one previous month), zero car break-ins (one previous month), zero robberies (zero previous month), and 496 total calls for service (527 previous month).

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:14:18]
1. Protocol for Reporting Iwi Kūpuna: Member Kamahalohanuilai asked about procedures when a community member reports iwi kūpuna (ancestral remains). Lieutenant Akagi explained that the Honolulu Police Department dispatches an officer, makes an age determination, and contacts the Department of Land and Natural Resources to inspect the site and determine next steps. He advised that if a community member feels the process was not handled appropriately, they should request a supervisor.
2. Waimānalo Active Patrol Unit Coverage: Resident Bobby Silva asked how many active patrol units cover Waimānalo. Lieutenant Akagi noted three units at night and three to four during the day.

Member Millan joined the meeting at 7:17 p.m. – 9 members present.

c) Honolulu Ocean Safety Department – [0:17:47]: Lieutenant Aka Tamashiro clarified that each of Oʻahu’s four ocean safety districts has two jet skis positioned at opposite ends with both truck-mounted for mobility. He also reported April 2026 statistics showing high visitor volume and rescue activity across Windward beaches, with Sandy Beach leading at ~50,000 visitors and 30 rescues, alongside notable incidents including domestic violence calls, broken legs, and a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) case at Hūnānāniho. Lastly, he flagged increased unauthorized landings on Mānana Island, jet ski power failures, and highlighted ongoing recruitment efforts, improved Honolulu Fire Department coordination, and new iPad-based data tracking.

Member Ralston joined the meeting at 7:25 p.m. and Member Nee joined the meeting at 7:26 p.m. – 11 members present.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:26:16]
1. Ocean Safety Data Access & Modernization Efforts: Vice Chair Kamakea-ʻŌhelo asked where Ocean Safety data is stored and how the community can access it to inform policy. Lieutenant Tamashiro explained data is currently processed on paper logs, entered monthly into a database, and that iPads are being introduced to improve real-time access. He also confirmed that rescue reports include a field for resident vs. visitor status.
2. Mānana Island Unauthorized Access & Watercraft Identification: Vice Chair Kamakea-ʻŌhelo asked whether unauthorized visitors to Mānana Island were accessing it via personal or rental watercraft, and Lieutenant Tamashiro responded that it has been a mixed bag — mostly personal or borrowed kayaks from both locals and visitors — but noted a concerning incident where a tour operator took 18 people into rough seas, and that rentals occasionally appear as well. Vice Chair Kamakea-ʻŌhelo suggested that all commercial watercraft operators be required to tag their vessels to help ocean safety staff identify businesses operating in the area.

3) PUBLIC AGENCIES’ REPORT – [0:32:02]
a) Board of Water Supply – [0:32:21]: Danielle Ornellas reported that in April 2026, there were two 6-inch water main breaks (lines installed in 1955), and an additional 20-inch concrete cylinder break that occurred the weekend prior to the meeting (installed in 1960). She reminded residents that despite recent rainfall, water conservation remains important heading into summer, advising early watering, shorter showers, leak checks, and noting available rebates for water-efficient appliances.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:33:49]
1. Reservoir Pressure: Member Brenda Wong noted that the Banyan Tree townhouses experienced a reservoir pressure drop due to the water main break and asked for more information. Danielle Ornellas explained that reservoir levels drop when pumps lose power, as electricity is needed to refill, and committed to follow up. Member Kamahalohanuilai requested information on the reservoir impact and asked about Board of Water Supply trucks observed on Hihimanu Street on Thursday, May 7, 2026 prior to the break, and whether they were conducting work on that line.
2. Inadequate Emergency Water Response: Resident Paul Day described the water outage experienced at the Banyan Tree complex (~140 units), noting that the 300-gallon water wagon provided was inadequate for the community’s needs and urged the Board of Water Supply to improve its emergency response protocol. Councilmember Kiaʻāina advised that water outages qualify as 911 emergencies.
3. Pipe Bleeding Tips: Resident Bernard Sampaga shared tips on bleeding air from pipes to restore water pressure after an outage. Danielle Ornellas also shared a practical tip for restoring water pressure after an outage: open the faucet farthest from your water meter, let it run until the bubbly or cloudy water clears, then shut it off — this flushes air and debris from the pipes and helps restore normal flow. The Board requested Board of Water Supply to bring back information and tips on emergency water pressure restoration for the community.

b) Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – [0:49:27]: Director Laura Thielen reported that Kona low storm cleanup is ongoing statewide with debris accepted at City transfer stations daily, and provided April meeting follow-ups confirming structural steel at the pavilion was properly installed with moisture testing underway, no City permits on file for the fencing/retaining wall (as state properties are exempt), and that the NAN Inc. pump truck concern has been referred to the Storm Water Quality Division with a report expected next meeting. She also noted that the Department of Community Services director is willing to present on longer-term development plans for the Hui Mahiʻai ʻĀina area at a future meeting.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DRXIEtHsphA83xCUi8IXFkSiOzT1jHjb/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:54:17]
1. Fencing Permit: Member Kamahalohanuilai asked for clarification on whether a permit is required before a wall or fencing can be erected. Director Thielen confirmed that while some fencing may require permits, state properties are exempt from City permit requirements, and the Department of Planning and Permitting has no permits on record for that area.
2. Neighbor Impact Concerns: Member Hōkū Akana noted that she observed and photographed a wall that was erected and indicated it caused flooding for a neighboring family and asked how the community could ensure neighboring developers engage with those they impact.

c) Hawaiʻi State Department of Transportation – [0:57:31]: Casey Abe reported resolving several maintenance issues including trash cleanup at Nalu Street beach access, referral of loose electrical wires to city jurisdiction, replacement of missing guardrail bolts, and assessment of gravel driveways to prevent unauthorized access and dumping. He also presented a proposed beautification plan to plant trees along the mauka shoulder of Kalaniaʻole Highway between Aloiloi Street and Wailea Street, noting that Neighborhood Board approval and community input are required before proceeding.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:03:22]
1. Fire Hydrant: Member Millan asked about the fire hydrant located in front of a private residence, which Mr. Abe confirmed was installed as part of the original highway construction.
2. Road Responsibility: Member Kamahalohanuilai asked whether the Department of Transportation is responsible for a road being constructed in connection with the new development at Tax Map Key 4-1-008:008, and requested that Mr. Abe confirm which agency would be responsible for that road. Casey Abe agreed to look into the matter.

4) FILLING OF ONE (1) VACANCY ON THE BOARD – [1:09:02]: Chair Kane announced one At-Large vacancy on the Board. Member Millan nominated Karin Omahony, who introduced herself as a Waimānalo resident since 2009, a former substitute teacher at Blanche Pope Elementary, and founder of a nonprofit horse program in Saddle City.

Hearing no objections, Chair Kane called for a short recess at 8:10 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:13 p.m.

[1:13:46] Karin Omahony filled the one (1) At-Large vacancy with 11 votes. (H. Akana, K. Akana, Kamahalohanuilai, Kamakea-ʻŌhelo, Kane, Makaila, Millan, Mokulehua, Nee, Ralston, Wong) – [1:15:26]

5) COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS REPORTS – [1:15:55]
a) Education Reports – [1:15:56]
i. Waimānalo Elementary and Intermediate School – [1:16:05]: No representative present. Chair Kane read a letter from the Principal and Vice Principal dated Monday, May 11, 2026, highlighting the school’s recent May Day Hōʻike, Teacher Appreciation Week, a school band concert featuring an original student composition, and a bicycle donation from the Nakupuna Foundation for second graders. The letter also noted the upcoming 8th grade promotion ceremony on Thursday, May 28, 2026, and acknowledged areas of instructional focus following the recent accreditation visit and state assessment review.
ii. Blanche Pope Elementary School, Kula Kaiapuni o Waimānalo – [1:18:17]: No representative present.
iii. Mālama Honua Public Charter School – [1:19:08]: Principal Denise Espania provided highlights which included successful 5th and 8th grade project defenses, the launch of a new wāʻa (canoe) built in collaboration with Hui Mālama O Ke Kai, Mālama Honua, and Kānehūnāmoku, on which 6th graders sailed as part of its maiden voyage. She also shared that K–4 trimester 3 Hōʻike interviews are underway, and upcoming events include a Puka Kula ceremony, Hula Hōʻike, and a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) program.
iv. Kula Kaiapuni o Kailua – [1:24:48]: Member Hōkū Akana reported that Kula Kaiapuni successfully presented to ʻAha Kauleo, and that Kailua High School has 324 of its 765 students enrolled in some form of Hawaiian language immersion. She also shared Ke Kula Kaiapuni o Kailua accomplishments including culturally relevant content, knowledge, skills, predagogy, support systems, and learning environments.

Kailua High School – [1:31:42]: Principal Jill Spry shared that the school had its Junior Reservce Officers Training Corps (JROTC) awards ceremony, senior capstones for the Ready to Surf Academy, and upcoming graduations. She also announced that the Ready to Surf Academy received Model with Distinction status and a perfect score from the National Career Aacademy Coalition.

v. Hui Mālama O Ke Kai – [1:33:06]: No representative present.
vi. Windward Community College – [1:33:25]: Chancellor Ardis Eschenberg announced Windward Community College’s graduation on Friday, May 15, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. with approximately 175 graduates, and encouraged students experiencing issues with the new summer registration system to contact a counselor or use express advising via Zoom. She also highlighted the Hoʻolei scholarship program, which covers tuition for Windward side public and charter school graduates, along with a summer bridge program offering up to 6 free credits and a paid 20-hour-per-week job at $17/hour.
vii. University of Hawaiʻi, College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources – [1:36:36]: No representative present.
viii. Hawaiʻi Job Corps – [1:36:50]: Julie Dugan reported that enrollment is at approximately 70% capacity with 60 openings for young adults seeking diplomas or career training, Thursday tours available at 9:00 a.m., recent student successes including diploma completions and union apprenticeship placements, and ongoing community contributions through twice-monthly food distribution and storm cleanup efforts.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:30:01]
1. Federal Funding Status & Program Continuity: Member Kamahalohanuilai asked about federal funding status. Julie Dugan confirmed that funding was secured for the next year by Congress, but noted the current administration’s proposal to close the program in the following year, adding that she remains confident in continued Congressional support.

b) Community Services Reports – [1:40:26]
i. Waimānalo Health Center – [1:40:33]: Jasmine Lefiti shared that the Health Center offers a free smoking and vaping cessation program with nicotine patches, gum, and medication available. She also recognized National Nurses Week and the 12 nurses on staff and noted continued hiring across multiple positions including community health workers, medical assistants, cultural health staff, and dental assistants.
ii. Waimānalo Hawaiian Homestead Association – [1:42:33]: No representative present.

c) Military Reports – [1:42:38]
i. Bellows Air Force Station – [1:42:39]: No representative present.
ii. Marine Corps Base Hawaiʻi – [1:42:40]: No representative present.
iii. Hawaiʻi Army National Guard – [1:42:47]: No representative present.

6) RESIDENT/COMMUNITY CONCERNS & ANNOUNCEMENTS/PUBLIC REPORTS – [1:42:53]
a) Community Climate Mandate for East Oʻahu – Draft Presentation – [1:43:13]: Aloha McGuffie of Ulumau presented a draft Community Climate and Resilience Mandate for East Oʻahu, developed through the Kahala Initiative for Sustainability, Culture and the Arts (KISCA) Hui and stemming from a two-day symposium held in September 2025. She noted that the mandate seeks to unify all six East Oʻahu Neighborhood Boards to provide community input into the City’s regional sustainable community plans. Lastly, she noted that a steering committee is collecting input from the Boards through July 2026, and will return to the board on Monday, June 8, 2026 for a follow-up discussion.
• Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Ub9Oj8S4B7bJA0XCylAxGZLTByJP_cju/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=108394441840200395116&rtpof=true&sd=true

b) Waimānalo Reservoir Miscellaneous Improvements – Declaration of Exemption Update – [1:58:53]: Jolyn Ohta of Community Planning and Engineering, Inc. presented an introduction to the Waimānalo Reservoir Miscellaneous Improvements project. She shared that the project involves two areas: (1) paving the existing gravel access road from the gate to the reservoir embankment to improve reliability during storm events and reduce erosion; and (2) lining the existing earthen diversion and exit channels with grouted riprap or concrete (50-year design life) to maintain capacity, reduce vegetation growth, and minimize maintenance. Lastly, she noted that the project is in early design stages and construction is anticipated for summer 2027.
• Presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10rcF1rSbStSsbdApt9ZgbShbX1gYc3oS/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:02:39]
1. Department of Hawaiian Home Lands Consultation & Lineal Descendant Outreach: Vice Chair Kamakea-ʻŌhelo asked about the adjacent land ownership and whether Department of Hawaiian Home Lands had been consulted, noting that the surrounding ʻāina may be in the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands inventory. Jolyn Ohta confirmed that consultation had not yet taken place. Vice Chair Kamakea-ʻŌhelo requested the presenters return next month with answers on Department of Hawaiian Home Lands consultation and a comprehensive explanation of the planned work, citing the community’s history of concern about this area. Member Kamahalohanuilai also asked whether any lineal descendants had been contacted regarding the project, and requested the team follow up.

c) Pono ʻOluʻolu Update – [2:11:01]: Mialisa Otis presented on behalf of the community advocacy group regarding the TMK 4-1-008:008 development near Oluolu Street, requesting a halt on all construction pending Department of Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiary consultation, a legal review, and an environmental assessment. The group also requested Department of Planning and Permitting to pause all permits and approvals, disclosure of flood and liability insurance, and a State of Hawaiʻi Historic Preservation Division on-site review including a Ka Paʻakai analysis.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:19:02]
1. Ka Paʻakai Analysis: Agency Accountability & Next Steps: Vice Chair Kamakea-ʻŌhelo noted that identifying the State of Hawaiʻi Historic Preservation Division as the sole agency is insufficient, as all state agencies with jurisdiction over the project bear constitutional obligations regarding Ka Paʻakai analysis. He advised the group to clearly identify all responsible parties if seeking Board action. Chair Kane encouraged Pono ʻOluʻolu to come back to the next meeting with specific, targeted requests for Board action.

d) Hui Mahiʻai ʻĀina Update – [2:25:27]: Blanche McMillan, Hui Mahiʻai ʻĀina CEO and Founder, provided an update on the development project, clarifying that the land is DLNR land (not DHHL) and that work is being conducted under the Governor’s emergency proclamation, with NAN Inc. trucks brought in to pump floodwater following the Kona low storms to protect 106 residents, 40 of whom had been relocated to emergency shelters. She stated that an archaeologist was engaged prior to construction, proper procedures were followed, and that a new development called Hui Mahiʻai Village is planned on the opposite side of the property.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:34:37]
1. Transparency and Accountability: Community members raised concerns about transparency and accountability.
2. Ka Paʻakai Analysis: Vice Chair Kamakea-ʻŌhelo emphasizing that the emergency proclamation does not suspend constitutional obligations to conduct a Ka Paʻakai analysis. He also encouraged broader community dialogue and invited further discussion at a future meeting.

e) Kula Kaiapuni o Waimānalo Parent Update – [2:42:56]: Maile Nuʻuhiwa-Santos briefly noted that a meeting with Waimānalo Elementary and Intermediate School leadership is scheduled for the coming Thursday regarding the Kaiapuni pathway.
f) High Sports Fees and Fishing Pier Access – [2:43:27]: Resident Mr. Larson raised concerns about high youth sports club fees ranging from $400–$1,500 per season burdening local families, and the closure of Makai Pier in Waimānalo, noting the original lease requires it to remain open for fishing.

7) ELECTED OFFICIALS’ REPORTS – [2:47:26]
a) City Councilmember Esther Kiaʻāina – [2:47:48]: Councilmember Kiaʻāina highlighted the City’s first-ever Oʻahu Food Systems Plan, with public feedback due by Tuesday, June 30, 2026. She also announced that she was able to secure an additional $2 million in Grants-in-Aid funding to support approximately 16 more organizations. Regarding the Hui Mahiʻai ʻĀina land, she clarified that the property was transferred from the Department of Land and Natural Resources and is no longer under that department’s jurisdiction, with the lead now in the Governor’s office.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:51:23]
1. Department of Land and Natural Resources Fee Title Retention & Agency Accountability Clarification: Vice Chair Kamakea-ʻŌhelo recommended elevating a question to the Governor’s office to clarify that while administration of the TMK may transfer, the Department of Land and Natural Resources retains the fee title to the land, emphasizing that the community deserves clarity on the separation of roles.
2. Transparency Challenge: Member Kamahalohanuilai relayed a community question asking whether Councilmember Kiaʻāina had been 100% legally transparent to her constituents since taking office. Chair Kane declined to entertain the question in that forum, emphasizing the need for both accountability and respect, and directed anyone with concerns about the Councilmember to engage with her directly rather than using the Board to question an individual’s conduct.
3. Remarks on Respect and Community Engagement: Chair Kane reminded the Board and community that while passionate and difficult conversations are expected and welcomed, personal attacks will not be tolerated, emphasizing that the Board’s role is to elevate the community’s voice into governance with mutual respect and kuleana toward one another.

b) State Senator Chris Lee – [2:47:48]: No representative present.
c) State Representative Lisa Marten – [2:47:48]: No representative present.
d) Governor Josh Green’s Office – [2:47:48]: No representative present.
e) Congressmember Jill Tokuda – [2:47:48]: No representative present.

8) BOARD BUSINESS – [2:57:47]: Due to time constraints, Chair Kane requested a deferral of all Board Business items to the next meeting. Hearing no objections, the following items were DEFERRED to the next meeting.
a) Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes, Monday, April 13, 2026
b) Dog Friendly Parks Proposal Consideration and Discussion
c) Position on Resolution Supporting the Improvement of Waimānalo Affordable Apartments
d) Kawailoa Youth and Family Wellness Center (KYFWC) Presentation and Update

9) MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS – [2:58:04]
a) Neighborhood Commission Office Announcements – [2:58:05]: No announcements.
b) Next Regular Meeting – [2:58:06]: Chair Kane announced that the next Waimānalo Neighborhood Board No. 32 Regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Waimānalo Public Library.
c) 2026 ʻŌlelo Broadcast Schedule – [2:58:09]: Chair Kane announced that the Waimānalo Neighborhood Board No. 32 meetings are broadcast on ʻŌlelo Channel 49 on the fourth (4th) Monday of the month at 9:00 p.m. and on the first (1st) and third (3rd) Saturdays of the month at 3:00 p.m.
d) Upcoming Meetings of Interest – [2:58:17]: Chair Kane announced that upcoming meetings include Oʻahu Historic Preservation Commission, Honolulu Charter Commission, and Board of Land and Natural Resources.

10) ADJOURNMENT, CLOSING REMARKS, & PULE – [2:59:05]: Chair Kane called for the closing pule, which was offered by Vice Chair Kamakea-ʻŌhelo. The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.

Submitted by: Melissa Urubio, Neighborhood Assistant, NCO
Reviewed by: Robert Whitsell, Deputy, NCO
Finalized by: Kimeona Kane, Chair and Moeʻata Mokulehua, Secretary

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