MAKAKILO – KAPOLEI – HONOKAI HALE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 34

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2025 AT 7:00 P.M.
KAPOLEI HALE – CONFERENCE ROOM A & B
1000 ULUʻŌHIʻA STREET, KAPOLEI, HI 96707
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MEETING RULES AND GUIDELINES

1. Order and Decorum: Meetings are conducted with fairness, order, and in compliance with the Neighborhood Plan 2008 (NP). Participants must treat each other with respect and share aloha, stay focused on the agenda, and adhere to time limits. Please silence electronic devices and keep yourself on mute if on WebEx. Disruptive behavior or violations may result in removal (NP §2-14-117).
2. Reports and Presentations: Reports and presentations should be limited to 10 minutes unless otherwise specified. The Chair may allow public questions (Auth: NP §2-14-123(2)). Neighborhood board members are allowed to discuss, ask questions, and receive information as outlined in the agenda, as well as receive additional information without providing comments (Agenda Guidance for Neighborhood Boards, CORR 2024-0718-01, p. 3-5).
3. Public Input: The public may present community concerns to the board. Neighborhood board members may discuss, ask questions, and receive information on these matters under the limited notice exemption under HRS §92-81; however, no action may be taken on issues raised by the public (Agenda Guidance for Neighborhood Boards, CORR 2024-0718-01, p. 7)
4. Oral Testimony: Public oral testimony will be allowed on agenda items, with the Chair setting reasonable procedures (NP §2-14-118(c) and (d); HRS §92-3). Testimony is limited to 3 minutes (adopted August 24, 2022; Auth: NP §2-14-118(d)).
5. Requesting to Speak: To speak, raise your hand. Once recognized by the Chair, direct comments to the Chair and stay on the agenda topic (NP §2-14-118(a)).
6. Written Testimony: Participants may submit written comments on agenda items. To submit testimony, visit https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/testimony (NP §2-14-118(b); HRS §92-3).
7. Board Packet: All written reports, presentations, flyers, handouts, and documents distributed to the Board are available on Google Drive (HRS §92-7.5).
8. Agenda Items and Voting: Under the Hawaii State Sunshine Law (HRS §92), matters not listed on the agenda cannot be voted on unless added during the meeting. The Board may add items if (1) the matter is not major, (2) it doesn’t affect many people, and (3) two-thirds of the full membership approves (HRS §92-7(d)). Items may also be added if an unanticipated event requires timely action for public health, welfare, or safety (HRS §92-8).
9. Board Boundaries: https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/boards-and-sub-district-boundary-descriptions
10. Stay Informed: https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/newsletter-subscription

1. CALL TO ORDER – Chair Anthony Makana Paris (makana.paris@gmail.com)

2. ROLL CALL – Neighborhood Board Assistant Jeffrey Jones (jeffrey.jones@honolulu.gov)

3. REPORTS (Limited to 10 minutes each)
a. Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) regarding fire and emergency incidents and statistics related to District 34 and fire safety tips (HFDNHB@honolulu.gov)
b. Honolulu Police Department (HPD) on crime incidents and statistics related to District 34 and crime prevention and safety tips (https://www.honolulupd.org/contact-us)
c. Board of Water Supply (BWS) regarding incidents, statistics, and existing and planned projects related to District 34, Red Hill-related water concerns, current and planned landfill water concerns, and water conservation tips – Liaison Nicole Rodwell (https://www.boardofwatersupply.com/contact)
d. Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative on constituent concerns (including Makakilo Drive, TheBus, and Skyline updates), city projects/services (including East Kapolei Transit-Oriented Development Special District, Kapolei Parkway Parcels, and HONU Homeless Outreach and Navigation for Unsheltered Persons Program), town halls (https://www8.honolulu.gov/mayor/townhall), and newsletter updates (https://www8.honolulu.gov/mayor/newsletter, https://www8.honolulu.gov/mayor/contact-the-mayor)
e. Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) regarding airports, harbors, highway incidents and statistics, traffic, and existing and planned projects related to District 34 (https://hidot.hawaii.gov/contact)
f. Office of Hawaiian Affairs regarding programming and planned projects related to District 34, and statewide efforts on cultural protection, investment in education, economic sustainability, health, quality health, annual event, and sponsorship support.
g. O‘ahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO) regarding OMPO Policy Board, Citizen’s Advisory Board, Technical Advisory Committee discussions and actions, OMPO events, and the status of Makakilo Drive completion on the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) – Board Delegate Frank Genadio (https://oahumpo.org) (genadiof001@hawaii.rr.com)

4. PRESENTATIONS (Limited to 10 minutes each)
a. Rapid Resilience Reefs for Coastal Defense (R3D) – Proposed project in partnership with the Department of Transportation and the University of Hawaii aims to be installed on the western side of Campbell Industrial, fronting the refinery. For questions, comments, or concerns: Alika Garcia, Executive Director of Kuleana Coral Restoration (alika@kuleanacoral.org)
b. Kapolei City Lights 2025 – Opening night planned for December 6, 2025 from 5 pm to 8 pm with a parade at 5:30 pm. For questions, comments, or concerns: Arlene Lardizabal, Culture and Arts Coordinator, Departments of Parks and Recreation (parks@honolulu.gov)
c. HCDA Kalaeloa Plan and Rules Update – For questions, comments, or concerns: Ryan Tam, Planning Director of HCDA (dbedt.hcda.contact@hawaii.gov)

5. PUBLIC INPUT (Limited to 3 minutes per member of the public in totality)

Contact Information for District Elected Officials and their Community Liaisons to the Board
a. Mayor Rick Blangiardi (https://www8.honolulu.gov/mayor/contact-the-mayor) – Liaison Department of Housing and Land Management (DHLM) Executive for Housing Keith Suzuka (keith.suzuka@honolulu.gov)
b. Councilmember Andria Tupola (atupola@honolulu.gov)
c. U.S. Congressman Ed Case (https://case.house.gov/contact)
d. U.S. Congresswoman Jill Tokuda (https://tokuda.house.gov/contact)
e. Governor Josh Green (https://governor.hawaii.gov/contact-us) – Liaison HHFDC Housing Information Officer Gordon Pang (gordon.pang@hawaii.gov)
f. State Senator Mike Gabbard (District 21) (sengabbard@capitol.hawaii.gov) – Liaison Melanie June (m.june@capitol.hawaii.gov)
g. State Senator Samantha DeCorte (District 22) (sendecorte@capitol.hawaii.gov)
h. State Representative Diamond Garcia (District 42) (repgarcia@capitol.hawaii.gov)
i. State Representative Kanani Souza (District 43) (repsouza@capitol.hawaii.gov)
j. State Representative Darius Kila (District 44) (repkila@capitol.hawaii.gov)

6. BOARD BUSINESS
a. COMMITTEE AND COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
a. Transportation – Community Member Frank Genadio
b. Environmental Justice
c. Parks and Recreation
d. Education
e. Holiday – Community Member Dr. Amy Bossler
f. Beautification – Community Member Thad Spreg
g. Community Outreach
b. O‘ahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO) Citizen’s Advisory Committee Liaison – Community Member Frank Genadio
c. Position on Hālau Waʻa Commons Project of the Episcopal Church in Hawaiʻi, a new community center on a vacant lot at 91-1122 Kamaaha Loop, Kapolei, O‘ahu, which will house the Hālau Waʻa Episcopal Church, a Montessori School, and an adult care facility with a commercial kitchen, all situated on a site zoned as AMX-1 (Apartment Mixed Use).
d. Position on Hawaiki Cable Landing Expansion Project Located at 92-301 Farrington Highway, Kahe Beach Park, Honouliuli, Ewa, Oahu, Tax Map Key (TMK): (1) 9-2051:010 (seaward).
e. Resolution: Establishing a Permitted Interaction Group to Support the Development of Community Resiliency Hubs in the ‘Ewa Region
f. Resolution: Supporting the Development of Additional Postal Services in Kapolei
g. Resolution: Supporting Sponsorship of Local Artist to Create Public Murals across the District on Public Facilities
h. Regarding the Order of Business for Neighborhood Board No. 34
i. Regarding Meetings Rules and Guidelines: Requiring presenters on WebEx to either have their cameras turned on, share their slides during their presentations, or both.
j. Approval of Meeting Minutes: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes and Wednesday, July 23, 2025 Initial Convening Meeting Minutes.

7. MEMBER REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEM (Limited to 3 minutes per board member in totality)

8. BOARD ANNOUNCEMENTS
Next Scheduled Meeting: The next regular Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Kapolei Hale – Conference Room A & B and online via Webex (https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/nb34).

9. ADJOURNMENT

‘Olelo Community Television Cablecast of Board Meetings: The Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board regular meetings are video recorded and televised on ‘Olelo Community Television Channel 49 at 9:00 p.m. on the second Friday of the month and on Channel 49 with a schedule of the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 12:00 p.m. determined by ‘Olelo. The ‘Olelo program schedule is posted at http://www.olelo.org/programming/default.html.

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, HI 96817, by telephone on (808) 768-3710, fax (808) 768-3711, or emailing nco@honolulu.gov. Agenda documents and minutes are also available online at https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/boards.

All written testimony must be received in the NCO 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, email nbtestimony@honolulu.gov or visit https://www8.honolulu.gov/nco/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 at least three (3) business days before the scheduled meeting. It may not be possible to fulfill requests received after this date.

DRAFT INITIAL CONVENING MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
WEDNESDAY, JULY 23, 2025 at 7:00 P.M.
KAPOLEI HALE – CONFERENCE ROOMS A & B
1000 ULUʻŌHIʻA STREET, KAPOLEI, HI 96707
AND VIA WEBEX TELECONFERENCING

Video recording of this meeting can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJlvsseXubA
Reports & other meeting materials can be found at: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1GE3KMhGmxV2jxDLUnSvRUvThmykz8vGn

1. CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:01]: 7:00 p.m.
Chair Pro Tem Anthony Makana Paris called the Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Quorum was established with 8 members present. Note: This nine-member Board requires five (5) members to establish quorum and to take official Board action.
Members Present: Carol England, Dan Haire, Kioni Dudley, Tiare Ta’ala, Mikiala Lidstone, Sheila Medeiros, Michael Ferreira and Anthony Makana Paris.
Members Absent: Kahele Moon
Guests: Captain Steven Wheeler (Honolulu Fire Department); Corporal Pagan, Sergeant Moroka, Lieutenant Carrera (Honolulu Police Department); Taylor Urban (Runners’ HI); Roy Uray, Greg Cook, Wayne Richardson (Makilo Bluff Project); Reverend Mark Haworth, Ryan Ringette, Ryan Sullivan (Hālau Waʻa Commons Project); Kip Shepard, Jackson Shepard, Kalani Park (Laulima Affordable Housing); Taso (Operating Engineers Local 3); Mike Yadao (Operative Plasters and Cement Masons International Association Local 630); Emanuel Zibakalam (Laborers Local 368); Kieran Poke (Kapolei Chamber of Commerce); Ku Leel (Honokai Hale resident); Fab Reberg (Makilo resident); Veronica Municata, William Albrittain, Pat Goding, Robert Justice, Sally Pek (Kahiwelo residents); Steve Luring (Villages of Kapolei resident); Mike Reis, Patrick Watson, Thad Spreg (community members); Jeffrey Jones (Neighborhood Commission Office). Note: Name was not included if not legible. There were 123 total participants.
2. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS – [0:01:11]
Honolulu Fire Department – [0:01:11]: Captain Wheeler provided the incident statistics for June 2025 and shared safety tips regarding wildland fire awareness, prevention, and preparedness.
• June 2025 Statistics: There were three (3) structure fires, four (4) wildland brush fires, four (4) nuisance fires, sixty (60) activated alarms (no fire), 280 medical emergencies, thirteen (13) motor vehicle crashes, one (1) motor vehicle collision with pedestrian, no mountain rescues, no ocean rescues, and one (1) hazardous material incident.
• Safety Tip: Wildland Fire Awareness Prevention and Preparedness – With dry conditions and human activities increasing the risk of wildland fires, HFD recommends: 1) Lighten your load by maintaining your yard, clearing gutters, and removing outside fuels; 2) Clear, cool, and contain by clearing vegetation 10 feet around campfires and barbecues, having water and a shovel ready, and ensuring fires are completely extinguished; 3) Watch your sparks by ensuring machinery like chainsaws and weed trimmers have spark arresters and are properly maintained. For more information, visit fire.honolulu.gov, honolulu.gov/dem, or hwmo.org/lookout.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:02:38]
1. Member Dudley thanked HFD for their assistance when she fell and needed help.
2. Veronica Municata asked if there are plans for new fire stations in the developing Kalaeloa area. Captain Wheeler responded that it is not known at this time, and they will work with the Mayor’s office to determine plans for new fire stations with the buildout plans.
3. Chair Paris asked about HFD’s resources and training for fires caused by high voltage electric transmission wires. Captain Wheeler explained that first responders contact HECO to shut down power to affected areas before engaging.
Honolulu Police Department – [0:10:16]: Corporal Pagan provided the crime statistics for June 2025.
June 2025 Statistics: There were eleven (11) motor vehicle thefts (five in District 34), thirteen (13) burglaries (two in District 34), eighty-nine (89) thefts (thirty-eight in District 34), twenty-five (25) unauthorized entries into motor vehicles (ten in District 34), 710 citations issued, 8,283 calls for service in the district, and 2,682 calls in the Board area.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:11:03]
1. Board Member Ferreira (online) expressed appreciation for HPD’s efforts with radar trailers and enforcement on Makakilo Drive. He mentioned working on a grant to obtain more modern radar trailers that record traffic data.
2. Mike Reis expressed concern about electric bikes racing and performing tricks in the Campbell Industrial area. Corporal Pagan explained that officers respond when calls are received but noted the challenge of catching violators who often flee when police arrive. He encouraged community members to report incidents to 911.
3. Patrick Watson asked about addressing a homeless individual littering in a field across from Walmart. Corporal Pagan advised calling 911 to report littering, noting that repeat offenders can be arrested. He mentioned that Kalo West outreach workers are available to assist homeless individuals in the area.
3. INITIAL CONVENING BUSINESS – [0:18:11]
Election of Officers – [0:18:24]: Neighborhood Board Assistant Jeffrey Jones conducted the election of officers.
• Chair – [0:18:34]: Member Lidstone nominated Member Paris to be chair for the 2025-2027 Neighborhood Board term. Hearing no other nominations, a voice vote was conducted, Member Paris was elected by a vote count of 8-0-0 (Aye: England, Haire, Dudley, Ta’ala, Lidstone, Medeiros, Ferreira, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:19:00]
• Vice Chair – [0:19:26]: Member Ferreira nominated Member Lidstone as First Vice Chair; Member Lidstone nominated Member Dudley as Second Vice Chair. Hearing no other nominations, a voice vote was conducted, Members Lidstone and Dudley were elected by a vote count of 8-0-0 (Aye: England, Haire, Dudley, Ta’ala, Lidstone, Medeiros, Ferreira, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:19:56]. They will serve as First and Second Vice Chair for the 2025-2027 Neighborhood Board Term.
• Secretary – [0:20:24]: Member Lidstone nominated Member England. Following discussion, a voice vote was conducted, Member England was elected by a vote count of 8-0-0 (Aye: England, Haire, Dudley, Ta’ala, Lidstone, Medeiros, Ferreira, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:21:22]. She will serve as Secretary for the 2025-2027 Neighborhood Board Term.
• Treasurer – [0:21:39]: Member Lidstone nominated Member Medeiros Hearing no other nominations, a voice vote was conducted, Member Medeiros was elected by a vote count of 8-0-0 (Aye: England, Haire, Dudley, Ta’ala, Lidstone, Medeiros, Ferreira, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:22:06]. She will serve as Treasurer for the 2025-2027 Neighborhood Board Term.
Meeting Date, Time, Location, and Format – [0:22:35]: Chair Paris recommended continuing with the current schedule of the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Kapolei Hale Conference Rooms A & B and online via WebEx. After hearing no objections or abstentions, the recommendation was ADOPTED by a vote count of 8-0-0 (Aye: England, Haire, Dudley, Ta’ala, Lidstone, Medeiros, Ferreira, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:23:28]
Determination of Recess Schedule – [0:23:44]: Member Dudley MOVED and Member Lidstone SECONDED to skip the regular meeting in November and hold a special meeting in December (likely the first or second Wednesday, depending on facility availability). After hearing no objections or abstentions, the recommendation was ADOPTED by a vote count of 8-0-0 (Aye: England, Haire, Dudley, Ta’ala, Lidstone, Medeiros, Ferreira, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:25:50]
Adoption of Oral Testimony Rules – [0:26:22]: Chair Paris recommended continuing the current rule limiting oral testimony to three minutes on any agenda item. After hearing no objections or abstentions, the recommendation was adopted by a vote count of 8-0-0 (Aye: England, Haire, Dudley, Ta’ala, Lidstone, Medeiros, Ferreira, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:27:00]
4. REPORTS – [0:27:19]
Board of Water Supply – [0:27:29]: No representative present.
• Member Dudley expressed concern about water supply given the continued development in the area and questioned whether desalination might be considered. Board Member Ferreira suggested exploring desalination as a sustainable water source, noting its successful implementation in Middle Eastern countries and Trinidad. Chair Paris clarified that the Board would request information from BWS regarding current water status and projections for the Kapolei/Makakilo/Honokai Hale area.
Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – [0:34:12]: Chair Paris announced that Deputy Director Keith Suzuka would no longer be serving as the Mayor’s representative. The Mayor’s office provided a written report addressing questions from the previous meeting, available on Google Drive and in physical copies.
[0:35:46] Member Dudley moved to add an agenda item recognizing Deputy Director Suzuka’s service. The motion was seconded by Member Lidstone and adopted unanimously. The Board officially recognized and thanked Deputy Director Keith Suzuka for his outstanding service and preparation for meetings.
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation – [0:37:42]: No representative present.
O’ahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO) – [0:38:00]: Frank Genadio reported on the July meeting of the Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC). He noted that the environmental assessment for completion of Makakilo Drive will not appear in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) because no federal funds are allocated for it. The revision to the TIP was approved for movement to the policy board. Six neighborhood boards were removed from the CAC due to absences, but Board No. 34 remains in good standing. OMPO Executive Director Mark Garrity announced a ceremony on September 30 for the opening of rail segment 2, extending from Aloha Stadium to Middle Street. Regarding Makakilo Drive, a letter to the Mayor and DTS Director Morton, with a copy to Councilmember Tupola, is on the agenda for the Palahua Community Association meeting.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [0:40:31]
1. Board Member Ferreira noted that Representative Kila, chair of the policy board, has blocked forward motion on the Makakilo Drive project.
2. Patrick Watson asked about testifying regarding the Makakilo Drive extension. Chair Paris clarified that public testimony is welcome during the OMPO report or during public input.
3. Board Member Ferreira raised concerns about the HONU homeless program, noting that people with disabilities have been turned away from facilities in violation of ADA requirements. Chair Paris requested that Board Member Ferreira document these concerns for submission to the Mayor’s office.
5. PRESENTATIONS – [0:47:13]
Runners’ HI 20k and 5k event – [0:47:28]: Taylor Urban presented information about the upcoming race scheduled for Sunday, August 31, 2025, from 6:00 a.m. to approximately 10:00 a.m. The event is part of the Bioastin Marathon Readiness Series, with both 20K and 5K options. The race will start and end at the Kalaeloa Professional Center, with the route going around the airport area and down Coral Sea Road. No road closures are planned, though runners will use portions of Saratoga Road with police officers directing traffic at key points. Signage will be posted in advance, and businesses in the area will be notified.
Makakilo Bluff Project – [0:51:51]: Roy Uray of Hawaii Engineering Group presented a proposed development on Makakilo Ridge off Kulihi Street. The project would convert approximately 10 acres of an 84-acre agricultural parcel to urban use for residential development, while preserving about 75 acres for agricultural purposes. The current plan includes 37 residential lots (reduced from an earlier plan for 52 lots), with 20 R-7.5 (7,500 sq. ft.) lots and 17 R-10 (10,000 sq. ft.) lots. The agricultural portion would focus on vertical farming due to poor soil conditions and limited water allocation.
Greg Cook, the property owner, explained that vertical farming involves controlled environment agriculture in facilities using LED lighting and minimal water. He described his previous experience with fodder production and microgreens in Waianae. Cook noted that his original plan was for a fully agricultural project with an agricultural cluster of homes, but DPP rejected this approach after a change in administration. The current proposal represents a compromise between DPP’s preference for housing and the owner’s desire to maintain agricultural uses.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [1:00:35]
1. Board members expressed support for the agricultural component of the project, with several noting it was refreshing to see a developer prioritizing agriculture.
2. Board Member Ta’ala noted that agriculture is fundamental to Hawaii’s identity and suggested the project represents a return to those roots.
3. Several Kahiwelo residents expressed concerns about:
o Limited community notification and engagement
o Construction noise, dust, and traffic impacts
o The accuracy of wind direction assessments for dust control
o Traffic safety at the intersection of Wellelo Street and Kulihi Street
o Environmental impacts and water usage
o Lack of discussion about native plants
4. Community member Thad Spreg opposed any new development until the Makakilo Drive extension is completed.
5. Chair Paris recommended that the developers return with clearer visual plans after further community engagement, noting the project is still in early development stages.
Hālau Waʻa Commons Project – [1:55:07]: Reverend Mark Haworth, Ryan Ringette, and Ryan Sullivan presented plans for a community center on a 2-acre parcel at 91-1122 Kamaaha Loop in Kapolei. The Episcopal Church in Hawaii purchased the property in 2010 and plans to develop it with three main components: a church, a Montessori school (Mo’o School) focused on Hawaiian language and culture, and an adult daycare center with 65 spaces in partnership with Lunalilo Home. The project consists of two buildings totaling about 24,000 square feet, with a partial second story for clergy housing, and approximately 70 parking spaces. The design emphasizes openness to the community with outdoor gathering spaces. The project requires conditional use permits from DPP, which they plan to submit in August 2025, with construction potentially starting in July 2026.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:07:00]
1. Member Dudley welcomed the project, expressing appreciation for the religious and community facilities.
2. Steve Luring asked about the exact location and whether the project would contribute dues to the Villages of Kapolei. Reverend Haworth confirmed they are located across from the Villages of Kapolei Recreation Center and have been paying dues since 2010.
3. Chair Paris suggested they return to the Board after submitting their conditional use permit application so the Board could consider taking a position in support.
Laulima Affordable Housing Development in Kapolei Update – [2:11:00]: Kalani Park and Kip Shepard provided an update on the Laulima affordable housing project. The development is part of a 500-acre master plan area, with the affordable housing component comprising 750 units on 17.3 acres. Of these, 500 units will be for households earning 120% of Area Median Income (AMI) or less, and 250 units for households earning 80% AMI or less. The team has submitted applications to Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation (HHFDC) for various funding mechanisms. Their 70-unit kupuna (senior) community called Maluhia at Laulima, with an average AMI of 43% or less, has been ranked as the number one project in the current funding round. They have also applied for funding for a 180-unit multifamily development for households earning 60% AMI or less. The team has contracted with Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company, a union signatory, and has submitted construction drawings to DPP. The master plan includes provisions for a 14-acre elementary school site and a community park/building that could potentially serve as a disaster shelter.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed – [2:20:01]
1. Board members expressed concerns about:
o Traffic impacts, particularly given other developments in the area
o Infrastructure capacity, including water and schools
o Hurricane safety and building resilience
2. Fab Reberg questioned whether the buildings would be constructed to withstand Category 5 hurricanes and expressed concern about the lack of hurricane shelters on the island.
3. Kip Shepard stated they are following building codes but acknowledged their engineers cannot guarantee Category 5 hurricane resistance. He committed to providing more specific information about the buildings’ wind resistance ratings.
4. Union representatives from Operating Engineers Local 3, Operative Plasters and Cement Masons International Association Local 630, and Laborers Local 368 expressed support for the project, noting its use of union labor and contribution to affordable housing.
5. The Kapolei Chamber of Commerce also expressed support for the project.
6. Ku Leel from Honokai Hale requested community meetings to discuss traffic concerns and project boundaries.
Chair Paris attempted to move the agenda item regarding the Board’s position on the Laulima Affordable Housing Development, limiting it to the kupuna housing portion. Hearing no objections, the agenda was taken out of order.
[3:00:46] Haire MOVED and Medeiros SECONDED to support the project moving forward with the Kupuna Housing 43% AMI and request they come back to appropriately address concerns. A voice vote was conducted and the motion was NOT ADOPTED with a vote count of 4-2-1 (Aye: Haire, Medeiros, England, Paris; Nay: Dudley, Taala; Abstain: Lidstone) – [3:01:30] With four votes in favor, two against, and one abstention, and without a quorum at that point in the meeting, no official position could be taken.
PUBLIC INPUT: Postponed due to lack of time
BOARD BUSINESS: Postponed due to lack of time
ANNOUNCEMENTS – [3:03:08]
The next regular Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Kapolei Hale Conference Rooms A & B and online via WebEx.
ADJOURNMENT – [3:03:27]: The meeting was adjourned at 10:03 p.m.
Submitted by: Jeffrey Jones, Neighborhood Assistant, NCO
Reviewed by: Dylan Buck, Community Relations Specialist, NCO
Finalized by: