NĀNĀKULI – MĀ‘ILI NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 36

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026
NĀNĀKULI PUBLIC LIBRARY
89-070 FARRINGTON HIGHWAY – HAWAIʻI 96792
7:00 PM

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Note: The Board may act on any agenda item. As required by the State Sunshine Law (HRS 92), specific issues not noted on this agenda cannot be voted on, unless added to the agenda. A two-thirds vote of six (6) of this nine (9) member Board is needed to add an item to the agenda. Items may not be added if they are of major importance and will affect a significant number of people.

Order of Decorum – The Neighborhood Plan states: §2-13-104 Standards of conduct. (a) Board members, in the performance of their duties, shall demonstrate by their example the highest standards of ethical conduct, to the end that the public may justifiably have trust and confidence in the integrity of the neighborhood board system. Board members shall hold their offices or positions for the benefit of the public, shall recognize that the public’s interest is their primary concern, and shall faithfully discharge the duties of their offices regardless of personal considerations.

I. CALL TO ORDER – Chair Malia Agustin
a. Pule
b. Nānākuli-Māʻili Neighborhood Board Roll Call

II. CITY EMERGENCY & FIRST RESPONDER MONTHLY REPORTS
a. Honolulu Fire Department (HFD)
b. Honolulu Police Department (HPD)
c. Honolulu Ocean Safety Department- Kelly Krohne

III. FEDERAL OFFICIALS’ MONTHLY REPORTS: Limited to three (3) minutes
a. Congresswoman Jill Tokuda Representative – Tolua Samifua
b. Army Representative – Major Teachy
c. Navy Representative – Jhewel Felipe

IV. PRESENTATIONS: Limited to ten (10) minutes:
a. Ka Waihona o Ka Naʻauao Public Charter School- seeking support for the schoolʻs annual community education and celebration events for Lā Kūʻokoʻa Parade & Hoʻolauleʻa on November 21, 2026. Richard K. Nahoopii.
b. City Refuse Division— 6-month Pilot Program Residential Curbside Collection System Changes to Green Compost Carts- Starting Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Amber Unabia Recycling Specialist Department of Environmental Services.
c. Waimanalo Gulch Sanitary Landfill- Dr. Roger Babcock Department of Environmental Services Director & Josh Nagashima Division of Refuse Collection and Disposal. Online Comment Deadline March 26, 2026.

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

VI. STATE & CITY OFFICIALS MONTHLY REPORTS: Limited to three (3) minutes
a. Governor Josh Green’s Representative – DOA Chair Sharon Hurd
b. State Senator – Samantha DeCorte
c. State Representative – Darius Kila
d. Office of Hawaiian Affairs – Lise Vaughan-Sekona
e. Mayor Rick Blangiardi Representative
f. Councilmember – Andria Tupola
g. Board of Water Supply – Kathleen Pahinui

VII. BOARD BUSINESS
a. Approval of February 17, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
b. January- February 2025 Board Member Attendance at Community Meetings and/or Public Hearings.
c. Transportation, Housing & Zoning Committee Board Members- Joining of Board Member Charla Weaver and Removal of Community Member Gary Shinsato.
d. A Resolution Supporting Olmstead-Aligned, ADA-Compliant, Resilient, and Empowered-Focused Housing for Kupuna and Disabled Community Members- Housing & Zoning Committee
e. A Resolution that Nānākuli-Māʻili Neighborhood Board Opposes SB2423 and companion HB1734 which prohibits the counties from imposing certain lot requirements on lot zoned for housing.
f. Resolution Requesting Governance Clarification and Compliance Measures for the 2026-2027 Nānākuli High & Intermediate School Community Council- Education Committee
g. A Resolution Requesting the Amendment of Neighborhood Board Boundaries to Include Ko Olina within the Nānākuli-Māʻili Neighborhood Board District- Neighborhood Commission Office

VIII. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Limited to three (3) minutes each
a. Transportation Chair – Germaine Meyers: 1st Thursday 6:30PM Nānākuli Public Library
b. Housing & Zoning Chair – Germaine Meyers: 1st Thursday 8:00PM Nānākuli Public Library
c. Education Chair – Valerie-Mae Manoa: 2nd Thursday 6:30PM Nānākuli Public Library
d. Water & Land Chair – Valerie-Mae Manoa: 2nd Thursday 8:00PM Nānākuli Public Library
• DATE CHANGE for Education, Land & Water Committee to Monday April 13, 2026
e. Hawaiian Affairs Chair – Mapuana Tector: 3rd Wednesday 6:00PM Nānākuli Public Library
f. Park & Recreation Chair – James Cowles: Last Tuesday 6:30PM Māʻili Community Park
g. Public Health & Safety Chair – Paul Aio: Last Tuesday 7:30PM Māʻili Community Park

IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS –
a. Public School Spring Break March 16- March 20, 2026.
b. March 19, 2026- 7:00-8:00 PM Nānākuli G.R.O.W. Public Workshop Department of Environmental Services at Nānāikapono Elementary School Cafeteria (89-153 Mano Ave, Waianae 96792)
c. March 21, 2026- 3:00-9:00 PM Legacy Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaʻole 8th Annual Festival at Kalanianaʻole Beach Park
d. March 23, 2026- 6:00-7:00 PM Kalaeloa Partners Virtual Outreach Meeting
e. March 31, 2026- 6:00-8:00 PM Waianae Watershed Management Plan Community Meeting at Kalanihoʻokana Community Learning Center 89-102 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792
f. April 9, 2026- 6:30-8:30PM Mayor Richard Blangiardiʻs Town Hall at Waianae District Park
g. Next Regular Board Meeting – TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM, at Nānākuli Public Library and via WebEx Platform.

X. ADJOURNMENT

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DRAFT REGULAR MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
NĀNĀKULI PUBLIC LIBRARY — 89-070 FARRINGTON HIGHWAY, WAIʻANAE, HI 96792
AND VIA WEBEX TELECONFERENCING

Meeting Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YY8LQDCroIE
Meeting Materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OpQrZcPlM4-SOeAKbx0CAgcA0tazyEYf
1. CALL TO ORDER — [0:00:07]: Chair Malia Agustin called the Nānākuli-Māʻili Neighborhood Board No. 36 meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Quorum was established with 8 members present. Note: This nine-member Board requires 5 members to establish quorum and to take official Board action.
Members Present: Paul Aio, James Cowles, Blessings De La Cruz, Kaui Asinsin, Germaine Meyers, Charla Weaver, Valerie-Mae Manoa, Mapuana Tector, and Malia Agustin.
Members Absent: None
Guests: Sergeant Fumi Muraoka, Corporal Roland Pagan (Honolulu Police Department); Kelly Krohne (Honolulu Ocean Safety Department); Kika Tapeni (Councilmember Andria Tupola); Kathleen Pahinui (Board of Water Supply); Patty Kahanamoku-Teruya, Carol (Waiʻanae Coast Community Foundation); Leinaʻala Kanana, Dr. Bobby Elisala (Waiʻanae Coast Comprehensive Health Center); Major Adam Teachey (US Army Garrison Hawaii); Jhewel Felipe (Navy/Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam); Sharon Hurd (Governor Josh Green’s Office/Dept. of Agriculture); Senator Samantha DeCorte; Representative Darius Kila; Lise Vaughan-Sekona (Office of Hawaiian Affairs); Cardinal Mosani, Charlotte (Aloha Animal Outreach), Blanche McMillan, Lena Suzuki, Kimberly Hupo, Austin Salcedo, Kalei Salcedo, Terry Savaiinaea, Johnnie-Mae Perry; Jeffrey Jones (Neighborhood Commission Office).Note: Name was not included if not legible or stated for the record. There were approximately 82 total attendees.
Member Cowles opened in pule (prayer) — [0:01:54]
2. CITY EMERGENCY & FIRST RESPONDER MONTHLY REPORTS — [0:02:27]

Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – [0:02:31]: No representative present.

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) — [0:02:40]: Sergeant Fumi Muraoka provided the crime statistics for January 2026:
• January 2026 Statistics: There were 27 motor vehicle thefts district-wide (3 in Nānākuli); 12 burglaries district-wide (4 in Nānākuli); 113 thefts district-wide (18 in Nānākuli); 24 vehicle break-ins district-wide (4 in Nānākuli); 30 speeding citations issued; 226 moving violations; 33 parking violations; 313 total citations; 8,450 total calls for service district-wide (1,482 in Nānākuli).
• Crime Statistics Website Follow-up: Sergeant Muraoka reported that the Hawaii State Attorney General has been offering a Hawaii Crime Dashboard at crimestats.hawaii.gov since December 2025. The site allows filtering by offense type, location, and time. Acting Sergeant Roland Pagan was also online to answer questions.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed — [0:05:20]
1. Statistical Analysis of Crime Data: Manoa asked all departments presenting what is done with the monthly statistics after they are gathered. Corporal Pagan responded that HPD monitors stats for trends in certain areas, and the crime reduction unit uses them to set up targeted operations. He added that statistics are also shared with neighborhood security watch teams so the community stays informed beyond what is presented at board meetings.
2. Fight at Farrington Highway Parking Lot: De La Cruz reported that at approximately 3:30 p.m. that day, a fight broke out in a parking lot at a business on Farrington Highway and caused traffic, with no HPD presence observed. Corporal Pagan stated he was unaware of the incident and would follow up to determine if a call was placed.
3. New Year’s Fireworks Arrests: Chair Agustin asked for a follow-up on arrests made within the district related to illegal fireworks use over the New Year. Corporal Pagan stated that citations were issued and two arrests were made by the crime reduction unit, pending confirmation. He noted fines range from $1,000 to $25,000 depending on the amount of explosives, and the Department of Law Enforcement is also exploring civil processes to pursue homeowners who allow illegal fireworks on their property.

Honolulu Ocean Safety Department — [0:10:30]: Captain Kelly Krohne provided the statistics for January 2026.
• January 2026 Statistics: There were 23 total 911 calls. Incidents included a CPR case at Tracks Beach; multiple rescues at Kahe Point; a missing woman at Tracks Beach who was found in a parking lot after approximately six hours; a boat that came ashore near Pokaʻi Bay with two people sent to the hospital; assistance to HPD apprehending a suspect who swam out; multiple males fighting at Māʻili bathrooms with sticks and a bat; multiple monk seal sightings (NOAA Fisheries notified); confirmed shark sightings at Electric Beach (two sharks chasing a bait ball); and water main breaks at Depot’s Beach Park. January surf was relatively slow. A correction was noted to the substation location at Paulina, which provides ramp access. Ocean Safety will be at Nānākuli High School for First Responder Day on March 6.
• Statistics Process: Injury prevention specialists receive the stats; an annual drowning convention is held to review data and develop preventive measures.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed — [0:13:13]
1. Ko Olina Lagoon Drowning: Cowles asked if Ocean Safety has jurisdiction over Ko Olina lagoons and whether they had any information about a recent drowning at Lagoon 4. Krohne confirmed Ocean Safety does not have jurisdiction in the lagoons but does respond; by the time they arrived for the Lagoon 4 incident, CPR was already being performed by the ambulance crew.
2. Acknowledgment of Statistics: Board member Manoa thanked Ocean Safety for explaining and providing the statistics for the board.

3. CITY OFFICIALS’ MONTHLY REPORTS — [0:14:14]

Mayor Rick Blangiardi Representative — [0:14:17]: No representative present. Chair Agustin noted that a representative has been established with the board and is expected at the next meeting in March.

Councilmember Andria Tupola (District 2) — [0:14:38]: Kika Tapeni, Community Liaison for Councilmember Tupola’s office, provided the report and highlighted the following:
• DTS Project List: Distributed the Department of Transportation Services project list outlining upcoming projects in the district.
• School Zone Speed Limit Signs: All school zones have been decreased from 25 to 20 mph starting January 30th. The west side was prioritized first. Mākaha was the first school on the list, with others to follow. The change will be islandwide, but District 1 was the priority.
• Resolution 26-7 (End Landfills Task Force): This resolution creates a task force to study how Honolulu can reduce and eventually stop relying on landfills. The task force would include representatives from the Mayor’s office, environmental services, recycling and energy industries, labor, and the state. The task force must deliver a final public report to the council within one year.
• R3 (Homeless Outreach): R3 has started. People from “Guardrails” to Māʻili Beach Park are being addressed. The first R3 at Paradise Chapel had approximately 20 participants with two housed so far through Catholic Charities. Outreach for the Lahi Lahi cleanup: approximately 20–25 tents with only five individuals engaging for services. Most said they had places to go or did not wish to speak with outreach workers. Partners include Ohana Health, Catholic Charities, and WIC Comp. There is no available shelter space citywide.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed — [0:18:12]
1. Shelter Connection During Sweeps: Kalei Saledo asked how many individuals from the Lahi Lahi cleanup were connected to shelters, how many refused help, and what support was offered during the bad weather. Kika responded that out of approximately 25 tents, only five individuals engaged with outreach over the course of January. Most said they had places to go or declined assistance.
2. Treatment Bed Shortage: Savaiinaea asked how the city and state are addressing the shortage of treatment beds for people with substance abuse issues. Kika responded transparently that there is no available room anywhere in shelters and that city and state agencies are working together to find answers.
3. Sweep Notification and Destination: Kahanamoku-Teruya asked where people go after sweeps, given the acknowledged lack of shelters, and requested that the community and board be notified prior to sweeps especially during holidays.
4. Lack of Shelter Beds in the Moku: Suzuki stated there are not enough beds specifically in this moku and shared data collected through community outreach. She noted the only facility in the area — US Vets — is always full for both singles and couples. She also referenced contaminated soil that was dumped on a parcel on Farrington Road and noted nothing has been done to investigate it since 2024.
5. Concern About Sweep Timing and Housing Advocacy: A community member expressed that sweeps during the holidays and during SNAP benefit cuts are particularly harmful when there are no beds available. She noted that the only beds available are in town (IHS) and that their people should not have to leave the moku for care.
6. SPO Authority Clarification: Kika clarified that Sanitation Police Orders (SPOs) are a mayor’s initiative, not run by council members, but that R3 was created as a buffer to allow time for outreach before an SPO occurs. A community member countered that multiple city agencies confirmed the Hakimo SPO was specifically Councilmember Tupola’s call, and referenced an email sent to Tupola asking her to stop it.
7. Nonprofit Housing Support: Kehau representing Workers Against Racism Rate (Waters Group) asked how the board has the power to say they don’t want homeless in their area, and requested a meeting with Councilmember Tupola to offer nonprofit assistance with housing solutions for working houseless people.
8. Clean Beaches Needed: Austin Salcedo stated that residents of 96792 deserve their clean beaches back and asked for continued cleanup efforts. He raised concerns about individuals coming from the mainland and suggested better screening at the entry point (TSA) as a solution.
9. Mahalo for Effort: Johnnie-Mae Perry thanked Kika and the council member’s office for addressing this chronic problem.
10. Veterans in the Houseless Population: Cowles asked how many veterans Kika had contact with in the houseless community, noting veterans have access to free medical care and transportation to the Kapolei medical center. Kika estimated fewer than 20 valid US veterans, identified through the US Vets nonprofit.
11. City-State Funding Gap: De La Cruz ran numbers indicating a gap between what city/county and state distribute through HUD for housing support, noting that only five individuals were housed out of 20–25 in November. She cited her own success finding 12 private bedroom owners accepting Section 8 and urged the council to better engage private owners and inform them of tax write-offs. A follow-up email was requested regarding the correlation between the council’s numbers and state figures.
12. Department of Health Reports: Tector asked whether the Department of Health provides Kika’s office with annual reports identifying why individuals are houseless in order to better coordinate responses. Tector noted systemic causes and urged city and county to ensure proper bathroom facilities so people don’t defecate on the beach.
13. Resolution 26-7 Letter of Support: Chair Agustin noted that a request was received from Councilmember Tupola’s office for a letter of support for Resolution 26-7 establishing the End Landfills Task Force. She read a segment of the draft letter noting that in 2023 Oahu generated approximately 1.69 million tons of waste, with 585,672 tons disposed of at the Waimanalo Gulch Sanitary Landfill, which is required to close by March 2028. The Nānākuli-Māʻili community testified requesting closure in 2008. The board was invited to comment.
14. Task Force Seat Request: Meyers moved to amend the letter of support to include a request that a member of the Nānākuli-Māʻili Neighborhood Board be given a seat on the task force, given the landfill’s location in the district. She referenced the prior Landfill Advisory Committee where the board was able to designate Cynthia Resentez as a representative.

[0:42:08] Cowles MOVED and De La Cruz SECONDED to support the letter of support for Resolution 26-7 establishing the End Landfills Task Force. Hearing no discussion, a voice vote was conducted and ADOPTED with a vote count of 9-0-0 (Aye: Aio, Meyers, Tector, Manoa, Cowles, Weaver, Asinsin, De La Cruz, Agustin; Nay: None; Abstain: None) – [0:42:50]

Board of Water Supply (BWS) — [0:43:14]: Kathleen Pahinui provided the report online and highlighted the following:
• January 2026 Statistics: One main break at 87-499 Kualapuʻu Street on January 11th. It was an 8-inch cast iron pipe, repaired by 4:45 a.m. on January 12th — approximately 12 hours. 63 homes were affected. Water wagons and spigots were provided during the outage.
• Poster and Poetry Contest: Deadline is February 27th. BWS encourages participation from schools across the island.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed — [0:44:00]
1. Main Break Details: Meyers asked for the cause of the break, duration of outage, number of affected residents in the Māʻili area on Kualapuʻu Street, and whether schools were impacted. Pahinui confirmed 63 homes were affected, the break occurred around 2:00 p.m. on January 11th and was fixed by 4:45 a.m. on the 12th (just over 12 hours), it was a cast iron pipe likely broken due to age, and Māʻili Elementary School was not impacted. She will provide pipe age information to the chair.
2. Road Repair Request: Cowles reported that the road at Kualapuʻu and St. John’s Road was poorly repaired after a prior water main break and asked BWS to come out and properly fix the road. Pahinui apologized and committed to taking this back to the team.
3. Impact on Water Bills: Manoa asked whether water breaks affect customers’ bills. Pahinui confirmed that water lost from breaks is not charged to customers and does not appear on bills. No compensation is provided during outages, but BWS ensures clean water access via wagons and spigots. She noted customers who believe their bill is wrong should call BWS for an investigation.
4. Leak Complaint: Kong stated he has a current leak at home and expressed frustration about high water bills, feeling double-charged for the same water he uses.

4. PRESENTATIONS — [0:50:07]

Waiʻanae Coast Community Foundation – 8th Annual Legacy Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole Festival — [0:50:09]: Patty Kahanamoku-Teruya and Carol presented the following:
• Event Details: The 8th Annual Prince Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole Legacy Festival will be held on Saturday, March 21st from 3:00–9:00 p.m. at Kalanianaʻole Beach Park. The family event features food booths, community service providers, West Coast Economic Development, CNHA, HPD District, Pōhākea Library, voter registration, crafts, mayor’s cultural and arts with a Wahi Pana display, a Kūpuna tent with bingo and activities, mele and hula, Keiki Village, Kumu Chaz Meyers with lei-making, and a closing firework show at 8:45 p.m.
• Kūpuna Tent: Carol explained that a dedicated Kūpuna tent is being organized with crafts, bingo, and activities throughout the four to five hours. All kūpuna who attend will receive complimentary drinks and a free bento dinner. The goal is to provide a space for kūpuna to meet friends, talk story, and enjoy the evening.
• Sponsor Acknowledgment: Mahalo extended to Senator DeCorte, Representative Kila, and Councilmember Tupola for letters that helped secure grants. Thanks also extended to Chair Savaiinaea for volunteering to manage the stage and decorations.

Education at Nānākuli Butler Building – Waiʻanae Coast Comprehensive Health Center — [0:55:38]: Leinaʻala Kanana and Dr. Bobbi Elisala presented the following:
• Ka ʻIke Ola Education Department: Ka ʻIke Ola is the newly formed education department at Waiʻanae Coast Comprehensive Health Center (WCCHC). Since 1991, the Health Academy has offered career advancement programs. The department has expanded from CNA and entry-level programs into a full suite of clinical programs including CNAs, patient care techs, medical assistants, nurse practitioners, bachelor’s degrees, master’s programs, nurse practitioner residency, and a new family medical residency.
• CNA and Health Education at Nānākuli High: After years at Waiʻanae High School, WCCHC has entered Nānākuli High School to begin health education. The goal is to eventually offer a CNA program at Nānākuli High School so graduates can immediately earn their CNA certificate and begin working.
• EMT Cohort: The first EMT cohort started with 220 interested individuals from across 96792. It whittled down to 14 qualified students who passed city requirements including a clean driving abstract and no criminal history. Majority are from 96792 and graduated from Nānākuli High School.
• Butler Building Nursing Program: WCCHC partnered with University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo to offer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program in the Butler Building starting in 2013. Approximately 50 students have graduated as BSN-level nurses. A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program has also been launched at this site.
• Future Initiatives: Plans include continued program expansion, CNA programs at both Waiʻanae and Nānākuli high schools, preparation to support approximately 4,800 Quest recipients who may lose coverage under the HR1 bill, and building a food warehouse and community resource/learning center on WCCHC’s main property.
• Presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QRoDH72eW20ru_WWijdTjflhmDEuVkHE/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments, and concerns followed — [1:08:10]
1. Former Kaiser Building Sale: Perry asked why WCCHC sold the former Kaiser building in Nānākuli when it would have been useful for current programs. Kanana explained the Department of Education requested the property, and they are collaborating on a sale. She noted a new food warehouse, community resource hub, and teaching/learning health center are being built on the main WCCHC property.
2. Personal Testimony and Age Cap for EMT: Tector shared personal appreciation, noting she is a recipient of WCCHC programs. She asked whether there is an age cap for the EMT program. Kanana confirmed participants must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma. GED holders may qualify based on a placement test. No upper age cap was noted.
3. Life-Saving Nurse Practitioners: Cowles shared that a nurse practitioner at WCCHC — who has since retired — caught his cancer when she did, and he credited her with saving his life. He expressed deep gratitude to the nurse practitioners at the comprehensive.
4. EMT Cohort Clarification: Meyers asked if the 23 referenced 96792 community members are in the current cohort. Kanana clarified the number started at 28, then decreased to 14 after city qualification vetting. She confirmed the program ends approximately May 2026. Meyers requested WCCHC return to the board with the 14 graduates for a recognition ceremony and certificate presentation to celebrate the new first responders from the community.
5. Foster Child Acknowledgment: Weaver acknowledged Dr. Elisala for his work with a child she took in as a foster parent who is now 17 and thriving, crediting the community support system at WCCHC.
6. Entry at Nānākuli Intermediate: Asinsin noted WCCHC is entering Nānākuli and Intermediate schools, which deserves celebration. He also asked whether some of the 14 EMT students could be brought to the March 6 Valley Community Fest to be showcased as part of the public safety display. Kanana said she would ask the students and their instructors.
7. Gratitude from De La Cruz: De La Cruz apologized for missing part of the presentation due to handling a housing concern outside, and thanked WCCHC for offering opportunities to younger generations in the community, noting that programs like nursing and medical coding used to require travel to KCC or LCC.
8. EMT Requirements for At-Risk Youth: A community member representing an organization working with Waiʻanae AELO class students asked about EMT program requirements since some of their youth are graduating and getting clean records at 18. Kanana encouraged the organization to connect directly to share resources and present program information to their youth.

5. RESIDENTS’/COMMUNITY CONCERNS — [1:19:03]

Proposed Housing on Farrington Road Parcel – [1:19:24]: Blanche McMillan, CEO and founder of Hui Mahi ʻO Waimānalo, presented a proposal to convert a parcel at 87-28 Farrington Road (TMK 87-001-0290) into housing for kūpuna and houseless individuals. She stated she has been working on this for two years in discussions with Representative Kila and Councilmember Tupola. She asked the board for support and was directed to attend the Housing Committee for further discussion.

Nānākuli High and Intermediate School Governance Concerns – [1:22:35]: Carla Mosangiai, School Community Council (SCC) Chair for Nānākuli High and Intermediate School, placed on record serious concerns regarding governance, staffing, budget, safety, and student impact. She noted SCC meetings are met with silence and no documented follow-ups, educators fear retaliation including reassignment outside their credentials, IEP students are without properly assigned teachers, and classrooms have little to no ventilation resulting in excessively hot learning environments. She cited data: only 22% of Nānākuli High and Intermediate students are passing; 55% are chronically absent; 46% social-emotional learning. Across the Waiʻanae complex: 23% passing, 56% absent. Statewide DOE: 31% passing, 78% attending, 62% social-emotional learning.

Free Spay/Neuter Clinic – [1:26:28]: Charlotte from Aloha Animal Outreach announced a free spay, neuter, vaccination, and microchipping clinic at Ka Waihona on Saturday, February 21, 2026 for homeless individuals and anyone low-income receiving government benefits.

Lack of Emergency Shelter and Contaminated Parcel – [1:27:23]: Lena Suzuki presented data from outreach in the Nānākuli-Māʻili area: 69% of those identified as houseless identified as Native Hawaiian, 20% are 55 and older, and 5% are DHHL waitlisters. She noted Nānākuli has no emergency shelter and the only facility (US Vets) is always full. She referenced the parcel at 87-28 Farrington Road where contaminated soil — including broken glass, vapes, and golf balls — was dumped and has not been investigated since 2024. She invited the community to join the Waiʻanae Moku Kūpuna Council, which meets twice a month at Pokaʻi Bay.

DHHL Geothermal Proposal and Emergency Preparedness – [1:31:02]: Kimberly Haupu expressed opposition to a reported $15 million Department of Hawaiian Homelands geothermal research proposal in Lualualei Valley. She also raised concerns that during the recent storm, Governor Green’s emergency outreach went out only through social media and not through traditional channels such as TV news, leaving many people — including kūpuna — without information. People hiding from rain near the intermediate school were reportedly arrested. She called for restoring a civil defense-style emergency system.

6. MILITARY/STATE OFFICIALS MONTHLY REPORTS — [1:33:55]

Army Representative — [1:34:00]: Major Adam Teachey provided the report and highlighted the following:
• Job Fair: Tuesday, March 17, 2025 at Mililani High School cafeteria, 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• Training Advisory: Increased noise for artillery, mortar, and demolition training around Schofield Barracks from February 23–27.
• Kolekole 10K Run: US Army Garrison Hawaii MWR invites the community to participate.
• Prescribed Burns at Schofield: April 13–19 to manage wildfire spread and protect endangered plants and animals. Firefighters will remain on site to monitor.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed — [1:35:27]
1. Military Movements in Waiʻanae: De La Cruz asked about the increased movement of soldiers and trucks in the area and whether the community should be alarmed. Major Tichi explained that one of the larger recent movements involved equipment from Schofield to the port for overseas training starting in spring and continuing through summer. He could not speak to other activities outside the base.

Navy Representative — [1:36:44]: Jhewel Felipe provided report and highlighted the following:
• MAʻO Organic Farms Award: In January 2026, Joint Base Commander Captain Samuel White toured MAʻO Organic Farms in regards to the $1.57 million Navy award to advance wildfire and flood mitigation at Lualualei.
• Kolekole Pass Full-Scale Exercise: Planned for Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in partnership with US Army Garrison Hawaii, Hawaii DOT, Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, City and County of Honolulu, HPD, and HFD will simulate the use of Kolekole Pass as a potential evacuation route during an emergency. This is the second such exercise; the Navy is leading this year. For questions: JBPHHCOMREL@us.navy.mil or call the office (available from 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.)
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tC1JlZ0ZYSEYj87rDt_nOhNyfbvx5lYL/view?usp=drive_link

Questions, comments, and concerns followed — [1:39:47]
1. Community Inclusion in Exercise: Manoa asked if the exercise was testing community use of the evacuation route or just government vehicles. Felipe confirmed that for now, Navy and Army vehicles are being used to simulate community traffic. It is possible the exercise will be opened to public volunteers in the future as planning matures.
2. Naval Magazine Road Condition: Cowles raised concerns about the deteriorating condition of Naval Magazine Road, noting it is increasingly damaging to vehicles. Felipe stated he had not heard of specific plans to repair it and noted jurisdictional questions about whether it falls under Navy or city/county responsibility. He committed to raising the concern in his office and providing an email update prior to the next meeting.

Governor Josh Green’s Representative – DOA Chair Sharon Hurd — [1:43:11]: Sharon Hurd joined online and highlighted the following:
• Waiʻanae Boat Harbor Water Bill: Hurd apologized that she does not yet have an answer on the water bill question raised in December. She is still investigating whether it is a Board of Water Supply County bill.
• Waiʻanae Boat Harbor Encampment Update (DLNR): As of February 15th, 62 people have moved to the Malfa property while 106 remain at the Boat Harbor. The encampment is on schedule for full move-out by end of April, as agreed between Kala and the Chair at their November 2025 meeting. Once the transition is complete, DLNR’s long-term goal is to transfer the parcel adjacent to Waiʻanae Small Boat Harbor (TMK: 18-5-002-011) to Waiʻanae High School through the Department of Education for aquaculture and educational purposes.
• Civil Defense Emergency Outreach: Hurd acknowledged Kimberly Haupu’s suggestion that social media was insufficient emergency outreach during the recent storm and stated she supports exploring a return to civil defense-style communication to better reach the west side community.
• Governor’s Newsletter: Focused on the State of the State address.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed — [1:45:39]
1. Agricultural Crime and State Law Enforcement Funding: Austin Salcedo asked for support of Duke’s Law and additional funding for state law enforcement to protect agricultural lands in the area. He noted a local farmer suffered approximately $10,000 in losses due to vandalism and robbery. Hurd agreed to pass the message to the governor but noted that funding is controlled by the legislature; she suggested developing a bill for the 2027 session and committed to speaking with Director Lambert about resources for the west side.
2. Lt. Governor Sylvia Luke/Campaign Finance: Meyers stated she would email her comments to Hurd, noting the importance of separating allegations from established facts regarding Lt. Governor Sylvia Luke. Meyers noted that contributions were returned and no criminal charges have been filed. She also noted that Governor Green himself accepted two donation checks from the same donor (Mr. Toby Soladam) and asked whether those funds were returned. Hurd thanked Meyers and requested the written email for accuracy.
3. Endorsement of Myers’ Comments: Perry concurred with Meyers and expressed the view that any elected official who received donations from that donor should be investigated through proper campaign spending channels.

State Senator Samantha DeCorte — [1:51:56]: Senator DeCorte provided the report in person and highlighted the following:
• Waiʻanae Boat Harbor Water Bill: Confirmed the water bill at the Waiʻanae Boat Harbor is $100,000 per month, coming from taxpayer money.
• Geothermal Opposition: Stated she opposes any geothermal project on DHHL land, or any non-housing use of DHHL land, and will oppose it through the Hawaiian Affairs Committee when it comes up.
• CIP Funds for Elepaio Social Services: The governor released $600,000 and $800,000 in separate CIP funds for Elpayo Social Services’ food emergency warehouse. This facility serves the Waiʻanae Coast.
• Papahana O Kaiona Alternative Learning School: DOE is in the process of purchasing the property on St. John’s Road from WCCHC for this alternative learning school that serves students needing a smaller, more ʻāina-based setting. Currently housed at Kalanikūhonua. Appraisal process is moving expeditiously.
• Boat Harbor Encampment Move-Out: Her office is monitoring the move-out in phases through April 27th. Property at Malfa is ready to receive residents as they transition.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed — [1:54:52]
1. Location of St. John’s Road Property: Cowles asked about the location of the St. John’s Road property. Senator DeCorte confirmed it is the old Kaiser building near St. John’s Road and offered to get the parcel number.
2. Speed Humps on St. John’s Road: Board member Cowles noted excessive traffic on St. John’s Road and asked about speed humps. Senator DeCorte clarified she has been advocating for speed humps there due to school traffic and fast drivers. She confirmed it is a city road and suggested following up with Councilmember Tupola’s office.
3. Senate Bill 3334 – Complex Area Superintendent Reform: Meyers commended Senator DeCorte for supporting SB 3334 related to the complex area superintendent. Meyers noted shock at how many principals testified in opposition of removing the complex area superintendent — identifying the CAS as the problem that prevents parents and community from receiving answers. DeCorte responded that DOE’s structure is top-heavy with too many superintendents, and that with the clear failure data presented earlier in the meeting, the neglect can no longer be ignored.
4. DHHL Paper Leases and SB 2260: Tector asked for clarity on SB 2260 related to removal from the Hawaiian Homestead list for paper lease recipients and expressed concern on behalf of beneficiaries who paid their $99 and are still years from receiving a home. DeCorte confirmed SB 2260 was deferred by Senator Tim Richards and will not move forward this legislative session, though it may return next year. She acknowledged the problem of paper leases — issued for the third time across three administrations — with 700 unfulfilled paper leases from 20 years ago still outstanding.
5. Support for Nanakuli High SCC: Weaver referenced earlier testimony and asked how Senator DeCorte can support the SCC members who are coming to unproductive meetings with no results. DeCorte stated her office attends every SCC meeting and will continue to do so. She acknowledged the Nānākuli SCC is uniquely dysfunctional and committed to holding the principal’s supervisor accountable by escalating above the CAS if needed.
6. Plantation-Style DHHL Homes and DOE Accountability: De La Cruz thanked the Senator for her presence and passion for the community. She commented on the plantation-style homes being offered to Hawaiians and urged DeCorte to keep pressing DOE, noting that the roots of the system — teachers and staff — need to be supported.
7. HB 2376 – Homeschool Regulations: Tector raised HB 2376, which would require homeschooling families to test their children at the Department of Education. She asked DeCorte not to support this bill, arguing that DOE is currently failing within their own district and should not be testing homeschool families. She also requested that DHHL notify the board about any programs being discussed in the district, such as the rental for kūpuna in Māʻili under DHHL. DeCorte apologized for prematurely signing onto the homeschooling bill and committed to opposing it in the education committee.

State Representative Darius Kila — [2:19:28]: Representative Kila joined online and highlighted the following:
• Legislative Session Update: The session is underway. Thursday is the first lateral deadline for bills with two or more committees. Robust discussions are occurring in transportation.
• Campbell Industrial Interchange Update: Kila shared a slide on the Campbell Industrial new exit overpass modification at the interchange. The project started in the 1990s and aligns with the Kalaeloa Harbor master plan. A new access road will be created straight into the harbor and will alleviate backups at the waterpark. $40 million has been expended to date. The current phase started February 5th and is expected to be completed by May 2028, with full interchange completion in 2030. Working with HECO to complete underground infrastructure. Funding is approximately 80% federal (Bipartisan Infrastructure Act) and 20% state.
• Intern Introductions: Isabella Lopez (Keiki Caucus intern, junior at Waiʻanae High School) is monitoring both Waiʻanae and Nānākuli neighborhood boards. Akamo Campbell (Nānākuli resident) is also interning in the office. A spreadsheet of bills relevant to Hawaiian issues in the community is being prepared and will be sent out soon.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed — [2:22:38]
1. Stop Sign Replacement: Cowles asked how to get a stop sign replaced near his home where the base was pulled from the ground. Kila asked Cowles to email him the address ASAP as the county is coming out next week for a district walkthrough.
2. Monitoring Kila’s Bills: Meyers asked Kila to have his office send all bills affecting 96792 — including House Bill 1696 (companion to SB 2896, lowering commercial driver’s license age to 18) — so the board can testify and monitor. She expressed support for HB 1696 noting many in 96792 learn to drive trucks young.
3. Wing-in-Ground Craft Carrier (HB 23): Meyers raised concerns about House Bill 23 related to wing-in-ground craft carriers, noting they travel at potentially 180–240 mph near the ocean surface and pose a public safety risk to canoe paddlers and ocean-goers. Kila acknowledged the same concern, noting the technology has not been approved and exemptions being requested have no precedent. He committed to deferring for conversation and sharing what testimony comes forward.
4. Federal vs. State Funding for Campbell Interchange: Aio asked about the breakdown of federal vs. state funding and when the full project would be completed. Kila confirmed approximately 80% federal / 20% state under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act, project cost to date is $40 million, partial completion by May 2028, and full completion in 2030 barring delays. He committed to providing a detailed funding breakdown to the board.

Department of Hawaiian Homelands Representative – Diamond Badajos — [2:34:02]: Not representative present.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs – Lise Vaughan-Sekona — [2:34:12]: Lise Vaughan-Sekona, Community Engagement, provided the report online and highlighted the following OHA legislative bills: HB 2104 (Island Burial Councils); HB 2102 (Historic Preservation); HB 2103 (Land Use Commission); HB 2101 (Commercial Aquarium Collection); Constitutional Amendment (Live Fire Military Training); HB 2105 / SB 2539 (Rent Stabilization); BAE Meeting; Beneficiary Advocacy and Empowerment (BAE) meeting is scheduled for February 18th at 9:00 a.m. before the Board of Trustees. Vaughan-Sekona invited board members and community to attend. Bill numbers and meeting link will be dropped in the chat.

7. BOARD BUSINESS — [2:39:23]

Approval of December 16, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes — [2:39:27]: Meyers MOVED and Manoa SECONDED to approve the December 16, 2025 regular meeting minutes. The motion was ADOPTED with a vote count of 9-0-0 (Aye: Aio, Cowles, De La Cruz, Asinsin, Meyers, Manoa, Tector, Weaver, Agustin; Nay: None; Abstain: None) — [2:39:50]
December 2025 Board Member Attendance at Community Meetings — [2:40:01]: The following Board Members shared the various community meetings and public hearings throughout the month of November 2025: Aio, De La Cruz, Tector, Meyers, Asinsin, Manoa, Weaver, Agustin.

Mahalo for Participating in the Kapolei City Lights Christmas Tree Display — [2:47:05]: Chair Agustin noted that QR codes were set up for community members and visitors to donate to families who experienced a loss in the 2025 season.

Pesticide Use Awareness Resolution — [2:47:30]: Manoa introduced the Pesticide Use Awareness Resolution on behalf of Yvonne Yoro and Representative Amy Perruso (House District 46, Wahiawā-Whitmore Village area). The resolution calls on the Hawaii State Legislature to prioritize comprehensive pesticide reform in the 2026 legislative session.

[2:53:53] Meyers MOVED and Tector SECONDED to adopt the Pesticide Use Awareness Resolution. The motion was ADOPTED with a vote count of 9-0-0 (Aye: Aio, Cowles, De La Cruz, Asinsin, Meyers, Manoa, Tector, Weaver, Agustin; Nay: None; Abstain: None) — [2:54:08]
Special Meeting Approved Nānākuli-Māʻili Neighborhood Board Legislative Priorities for 2026 — [2:54:19]: Chair Agustin reviewed the legislative priorities submitted at the Special Meeting in January 2026, which are available in the board’s Google Drive for legislators.

Nānākuli-Māʻili Neighborhood Board to Canvas/Submit to New HNL 311 — [2:58:20]: Chair Agustin announced that HNL311.com is a new city reporting tool. Community members can submit reports for issues such as broken stop signs directly on the website and track when repairs are being addressed. Board members are invited to canvas their general area and submit concerns for the city to act on.

8. COMMITTEE REPORTS — [2:59:10]: Due to time constraints, committee reports were not given during the meeting. Meeting times are as follows:
• Transportation Chair – Germaine Meyers: 1st Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at Nānākuli Public Library
• Housing & Zoning Chair – Germaine Meyers: 1st Thursday, 8:00 p.m. at Nānākuli Public Library
• Education Chair – Valerie-Mae Manoa: 2nd Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at Nānākuli Public Library
• Water & Land Chair – Valerie-Mae Manoa: 2nd Thursday, 8:00 p.m. at Nānākuli Public Library
• Hawaiian Affairs Chair – Mapuana Tector: 3rd Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. at Nānākuli Public Library
• Park & Recreation Chair – James Cowles: Last Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at Māʻili Community Park
• Public Health & Safety Chair – Paul Aio: Last Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. at Māʻili Community Park

9. ANNOUNCEMENTS — [3:00:01]
• Friday, February 20, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – Young Women Prom Event at New Hope Oʻahu.
• Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – OHA Beneficiary Advocacy and Empowerment (BAE) meeting before the Board of Trustees.
• Friday, February 27, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – Waimanalo Gulch Landfill Advisory meeting at Kalanianaʻole Beach Park.
• Saturday, March 6, 2026, 5:00–8:30 p.m. – Valley Community Fest at Nānākuli High School — community resources, public safety, career opportunities, alumni vendors, and student showcases. (Announced by Board Member Asinsin.)
• Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – Navy/Army Joint Kolekole Pass full-scale evacuation exercise.
• Tuesday, March 17, 2026 – US Army Job Fair at Mililani High School cafeteria, 8:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
• Saturday, March 21, 2026 – 8th Annual Legacy Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole Festival at Kalanianaʻole Beach Park, 3:00–9:00 p.m.
• Next Regular Board Meeting: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., at Nānākuli Public Library and via WebEx Platform.
10. ADJOURNMENT — [3:01:03]: Chair Agustin adjourned the meeting at 10:01 p.m.

Submitted by: Jeffrey Jones, Neighborhood Assistant, Neighborhood Commission Office
Reviewed by: Dylan Buck, Community Relations Specialist, Neighborhood Commission Office
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