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REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2025 7:00 P.M.
KAPĀLAMA HALE, ROOM 153
925 DILLINGHAM BOULEVARD
AND ON WEBEX
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Meeting Password: NB16 (6216 from phones and video systems)
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RULES OF SPEAKING: Anyone wishing to speak is asked to click the “raise hand” icon, and when recognized by the Chair, to address comments to the Chair. Speakers are encouraged to keep their comments under 2 – 5 minutes, and those giving reports are encouraged to keep their reports under 3 – 5 minutes. Please ensure your microphone is muted unless you are speaking. Please state your first and last name for the record before moving into your comment or question. Written testimony may also be submitted via email using the contact information listed on the Neighborhood Commission Office website. Please silence all electronic devices. NOTES: The Board may take action on any agenda item. As required by the State Sunshine Law (Hawaiʻi Revised Statutes Chapter 92), specific issues not listed on this agenda cannot be voted on, unless properly added to the agenda.
ARCHIVE: Find an archive of handouts and referenced materials concerning to the Kalihi Valley Neighborhood Board No.16 at:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Z1fHoHMtwv6GFUbyc3MTvOmGOo2FuwXO
VIDEO RECORD: Meeting Recordings can be found at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1DZJTKor6TTNYiqx5U-P2w
1. CALL TO ORDER: Chair Leialoha Tumbaga
2. CITY MONTHLY REPORTS (Three Minutes Each):
A. Honolulu Fire Department
(October 2025 monthly fire and emergency incident statistics, HFD safety tips, reminders, and any upcoming events)
B. Honolulu Police Department
(October 2025 monthly crime and incident statistics, HPD safety tips, reminders, and any upcoming events)
C. Board of Water Supply, Iris Oda
(October 2025 monthly water main break incidents and statistics, BWS tips, reminders, and any upcoming events)
3. RESIDENT’S AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS (Three Minutes Each):
4. PRESENTATIONS (Ten Minutes Each):
A. Parents and Children Together on Kalihi Connection Coalition – Laura Pokipala
B. CERENE on their organization – Dr. Miku Leuentine
5. CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS (Three Minutes Each):
A. Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – Bandmaster Clarke Bright
B. Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam – Constituent Services Director Lynn Robinson
6. STATE AND FEDERAL ELECTED OFFICIALS (Three Minutes Each):
A. Governor Josh Green’s Representative – Pending Assignment
B. Senator Donna Mercado Kim – Office Representative Kathy Nii
C. Representative Ikaika Hussey
7. BOARD BUSINESS:
A. Meeting Determination – Location (January 2026 – June 2026)
B. Consideration to Participate in the KBA Holiday Parade
C. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
D. Vote to change Sustainability Committee to Aloha Aina Committee
8. COMMITTEE REPORTS/ASSIGNMENTS
A. State and County Budget Committee Chair May Mizuno
B. Sidewalk, S-Curve, and Transportation Committee Chair James Soong
C. Beautification Committee Chair Randolph Franklin
D. Sustainability Committee Co-Chairs Simeon Rojas and Alan Kumalae
E. RPZ Committee Chair Alan Kumalae
F. Communications Committee Chair Chris Lualemaga
G. Resolutions Committee Chair Randolph Franklin
H. Joint Committee Chair James Soong
9. OTHER REPORTS
A. Chair’s Report
10. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Recess Notice: The Board will be recessing it’s December 2025 Regular Board Meeting.
B. Next Meeting: Wednesday, January 8, 2026, 7:00 p.m., at location To Be Determined.
C. Broadcast Meetings: Neighborhood Board meetings aired on ʻŌlelo Channel 49 on the fourth Saturday of the month at 6:00 p.m., and the first and third Sunday of the month at 9:00 a.m.
D. NCO and Toys for Tots – Toy Drive: Your Neighborhood Assistant will be collecting donated children’s toys (new and unwrapped) at tonight’s meeting on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. If you’d like to donate, please bring your toy(s) to this meeting.
11. ADJOURNMENT
2025-2026 Kalihi Valley Neighborhood Board No. 16 Members:
Alan Kumalae – kumalaea001@hawaii.rr.com
Leialoha Tumbaga – leialt98@gmail.com
Randolph Franklin – bigvalley808@gmail.com
Simeon Rojas – simeonrojas@gmail.com
Michael Gatti — mcgatti@gmail.com
Chris Lualemaga — clualemaga@gmail.com
James Soong — jaysoong@outlook.com
May Mizuno – jojemay@yahoo.com
Ropati Liua – N/A
Jeffrey Jones (NB Assistant) – jeffrey.jones@honolulu.gov
A mailing list is maintained for interested persons and agencies to receive this Board’s agenda and minutes. Additions, corrections, and deletions to the mailing list may be directed to the Neighborhood Commission Office (NCO) at Kapālama Hale, 925 Dillingham Boulevard, Suite 160, Honolulu, Hawaiʻi 96817; Telephone (808) 768-3710 Fax (808) 768-3711; or Email nco@honolulu.gov. Agendas and minutes are also available on the internet at www.honolulu.gov/nco
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.
All written testimony must be received in the Neighborhood Commission Office 48 hours prior to the meeting. If within 48 hours, written and/or oral testimony may be submitted directly to the Board at the meeting. If submitting written testimony, please note the Board and agenda item(s) your testimony concerns. Send to: Neighborhood Commission Office, 925 Dillingham Boulevard, Suite 160 Honolulu, Hawaiʻi 96817. Fax: (808) 768-3711. Email: nbtestimony@honolulu.gov
DRAFT REGULAR MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2025 at 7:00 P.M.
KAPĀLAMA HALE, ROOM 153 – 925 DILLINGHAM BOULEVARD
AND VIA WEBEX
Video recording of this meeting can be found at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEkeEUEG1MU
Reports & other meeting materials can be found at:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Z1fHoHMtwv6GFUbyc3MTvOmGOo2FuwXO
CALL TO ORDER – [0:00:05]: 7:00 p.m.
Chair Tumbaga called the Kalihi Valley Neighborhood Board No. 16 meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Quorum was established. Note: This nine-member Board requires five (5) members to establish quorum and to take official Board action.
Members Present: Leialoha Tumbaga (Chair), Alan Kumalae, James Soong, Simeon Rojas, Ropati Liua, Michael Gatti, and May Mizuno.
Members Absent: Randolph Franklin and Chris Lualemaga.
Guests: Firefighter I Jacob Ingerbrettson (Honolulu Fire Department – Station 32); Sergeant Cruz and Lieutenant Atiko (Honolulu Police Department); Iris Oda (Board of Water Supply); Bandmaster Clarke Bright (Mayor’s Office – memo submitted); Lynn Robinson (City Council District 6 – not present); Senator Donna Mercado Kim and Office Representative Kathy Nii (State Senate); Representative Ikaika Hussey (State House District 29); Aaron Magee (Global Preservation Initiative); community members. Neighborhood Commission Office: Jeffrey Jones (Neighborhood Assistant).
CITY MONTHLY REPORTS – [0:01:27]
Honolulu Fire Department – [0:01:31]: Firefighter I Jacob Ingerbrettson (Station 32) reported September 2025 statistics:
• Report: 2 structure fires; 1 activated alarm (no fire); 66 medical emergencies. Seasonal decoration safety tips were shared: use fire-resistant, UL-approved electrical decorations; follow manufacturer instructions; ensure lights are in good repair; turn off lights when leaving the home/at bedtime; do not overload power strips/surge protectors/extension cords; never leave candles unattended; keep lighters/matches out of children’s reach.
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:02:48]
1. Holiday Fire Safety Outreach: Member Liua asked how to coordinate a holiday safety awareness event; Firefighter Ingerbrettson directed requests to HFD’s Community Relations via the HFD website and noted availability for info tables or static truck displays.
Honolulu Police Department – [0:04:14]: Sergeant Cruz (with Lt. Atiko) reported approximately ten fewer incidents than last month.
• Report: September counts: 1 burglary; 2 sex assaults; 4 simple assaults; 7 thefts; approximately 600 incidents responded to. Incidents declined from 24 in August to 14 in September. HPD highlighted Vision Zero Hawaiʻi (livinghealthy.hawaii.gov) and “Take 30” targeted traffic enforcement blocks; reminded the public that 988 is a non-emergency crisis and resource line (call 911 for emergencies).
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:08:08]
1. Speeding and Pedestrian Safety without Sidewalks: Member Liua asked about speed surveys, traffic calming, and poor lighting where many kupuna walk. Sgt. Cruz said while specific surveys weren’t noted, HPD conducts speed enforcement as resources allow (including at night) via “Take 30” blocks.
2. Coordinating Community Safety Events: Member Liua asked how to partner with HPD for a local safety event. Sgt. Cruz advised contacting the Kalihi Police Station Community Policing Team to set up or join programs.
3. E-bikes vs. Mopeds: Member Liua asked about differences and enforcement. Sgt. Cruz explained e-bikes must have pedals and do not require license plates; mopeds have larger engines and require plates. Modifications to e-bikes that increase speed complicate compliance. HPD Traffic Division resources are at honolulupd.org.
4. 988 Use Cases: Member Rojas asked about 988 responses. Sgt. Cruz said 988 provides crisis counseling and resource referrals (e.g., elder assistance, youth issues) but is not an emergency line.
Board of Water Supply – [0:14:28]: Iris Oda reported 3 main breaks in September 2025: 4″ main near 3432B Kalihi Street (9/16); 6″ main near 2412 Kini Place (9/12); 8″ main near 2022 A‘o Place (9/17). She urged a 20% reduction in water use due to low rainfall and higher demand; offered conservation tips and noted BWS rebates
• Website: https://www.boardofwatersupply.com/
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:15:49]
1. Project Timeline: Member Soong asked for an update on a nearby road/school-related item; Oda said no update at this time.
2. Water Rates for Home Gardens: Member Rojas asked if substantial residential gardens could get a rate break. Oda said billing is consumption-based; agricultural rates are for large users and likely wouldn’t apply to typical residences; verification would be difficult without sub-metering. She recommended rain barrels and BWS irrigation rebates and will relay the suggestion internally.
RESIDENT’S AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS – [0:20:41]
Obstructed Street Light/Vegetation on Utility Lines – [0:20:49]: Member Liua reported vegetation covering a street light and lines near 1605 Violet Street. Kathy Nii (Sen. Kim’s Office) recommended submitting a HECO vegetation-clearing request (contractors avoid working near live lines) and offered assistance using the provided address.
Street Parking Treated as “Garages” and Cones Reserving Spaces – [0:24:21]: Member Liua raised concerns about multiple vehicles stored on public streets and cones reserving spaces. Rojas echoed concerns. Follow-up clarification under Elected Officials noted cones cannot reserve public parking and parking on unimproved sidewalks is improper; report locations for enforcement.
Kalihi Valley Pool Lifeguard Shortages – [0:27:07]: Resident Lynn Kumalae reported recurring pool closures due to understaffing, encouraged lifeguard applications to keep programs open.
Multiple Announcements – [0:28:38]: A resident shared a PAL haunted house/Halloween event flyer and thanked Communications for helping promote it; requested a clearer QR code version for broader sharing. He discussed park Halloween events scheduled on October 21 (two parks, two events) and encouraged coordination to avoid conflicts. Shared there will be expected traffic impacts from the Bishop Museum event that weekend. He reported success using the 311 app to report potholes; City repairs were completed about a month after submission. Clarifications followed about 311 (City service requests), 988 (national crisis line), and 211 (community resources).
Holiday Parade Participation – [0:31:18]: Members and residents discussed the community Christmas parade, participation forms, and logistics (candy, marching, coordinating with organizers). Follow-up to coordinate forms and logistics offline.
PRESENTATIONS – [0:32:34]
Global Preservation Initiative (GPI) on Sand Island State Recreation Area – [0:32:36]:
Aaron Magee from Global Preservation Initiative provided a presentation regarding the preservation efforts at Sand Island State Recreation Area. Magee shared since the start of the program in January 2023, there have been 24 cleanup events with over 1,000 volunteers removing over 9,000 pounds of trash and restoring over 74,000 square feet of land. These efforts come from the growing need to rehabilitate a space the community takes pride in, giving them an opportunity to service this community asset.
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [0:42:49]
1. Student Community Service Verification: Member Soong asked about service hours for students. Magee said minors register with parental consent; supervision provided; GPI can issue letters verifying hours. Schools may require DOE field trip approval forms.
2. Prior Efforts and Site Selection: A member asked about prior cleanup groups and why GPI chose Sand Island. Magee said GPI adopted the park in 2023 after assessing island wide needs; Sand Island offered high need, complex history, and strong potential for sustained community impact.
3. Bathroom/Shower Conditions: A member asked about facilities. Magee said bathrooms were renovated recently and are generally very clean due to low visitor volume.
4. Event Logistics (Time/Place/Supplies/Registration): Members asked about time (9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.), location (last parking lot near softball fields), supplies (provided; bring closed-toe shoes), water (stations on site), food (not secured), capacity (~120); registration via GPI website.
5. Large Group Coordination (Salvation Army 100 volunteers): Discussion on setting up a separate private workday for groups of at least 30 participants to avoid overshadowing public events; GPI open to coordinating additional dates or limiting group size if needed.
6. Local Partnership Invitation: Rojas thanked GPI and invited collaboration with Kalihi Valley cleanup/Malama ʻĀina efforts; Magee welcomed coordination and will share future event info.
CITY ELECTED OFFICIALS – [0:56:57]
Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – [0:57:00]: Bandmaster Bright was not present. Neighborhood Assistant Jeffrey Jones read the Mayor’s memo was read into the record. Highlights included: Ocean Safety Commission inaugural meeting; Bloomberg City Hall Fellow to assist with housing/regulatory reforms; Charter Commission public input; Skyline expansion to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam and HNL Airport.
Department follow-ups:
• Business Trash Bin Issue at 1437 Kam IV Road: ENV inspector observed residential carts situated for public access; store owner advised to provide customer trash bin; resident advised to move carts further in and call HPD for trespass issues.
• Traffic Signage at Lehua & Kalihi Streets: DTS found no crash trends requiring new controls; existing Do Not Enter sign OK; One Way signs defaced—work order issued to DFM to replace and add an additional One-Way sign.
Councilmember Tyler Dos Santos-Tam – Constituent Services Director Lynn Robinson – [1:01:21]: No representative present.
STATE AND FEDERAL ELECTED OFFICIALS – [1:01:37]
Governor Josh Green’s Representative – [1:01:39]: No representative present.
Senator Donna Mercado Kim – [1:01:49]: Senator Donna Mercado Kim provided the report and highlighted the following:
• Report: Traffic safety on School Street corridor (Houghtailing to Palama by St. Theresa Church); coordination with State DOT and City for traffic calming; speed limit on Likelike raised to 35 mph—older 25 mph signs to be replaced; meeting with DOE Superintendent and Facilities on Kalihi Kai School classes/stream project (awaiting response; next step would be Board of Education if unresolved); recent community engagements (seniors’ Grandparents Day, backpack distributions at Kapalama and Kalihi Elementary, Kuakini’s Hyperbaric Treatment Center 40th anniversary, Kaiser Permanente milestones).
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [1:06:52]
1. Community Safety Forum: Member Soong shared planning for an event at Kalihi Valley District Park; Senator Kim noted she may be off-island but staff can attend; emphasized nonprofits’ roles in youth engagement.
2. Appreciation: Member Liua relayed thanks from a family for a recognition letter and expressed appreciation for ongoing support and updates via social media.
Representative Ikaika Hussey – [1:10:33]: Representative Ikaika Hussey provided the report and highlighted the following:
• Report: New constituent web app (hawaii29.com) to submit and track concerns; awaiting DOE district superintendent letter on Kalihi Kai stream program; update from Cohesive Safety Task Force—HPD indicates violence is primarily gang-on-gang; HPD seeks a gate/arm to control vehicular entry to KPT (coordination with City needed); letters in draft for illegal parking/signage at Alua & Kalihi; request for study of a right-turn arrow at School St and Likelike; federal shutdown impacts—coordinating a food drive with The Pantry; statewide issues—seeking clarity on legislative oversight/supermajority for any State-DoD land exchanges; on Maui for Finance Committee site visits (hospital, food bank, school rebuilding, Mahi Pono).
Questions, comments and concerns followed – [1:18:40]
1. Attendance: Member Soong asked if Hussey can attend the forum; Hussey confirmed.
2. Reserving Street Parking/Cones and Sidewalk Parking: Member Liua asked about legality. Hussey said cones cannot reserve public parking and unimproved sidewalks should remain clear for pedestrians; urged reporting problem areas via his app for City follow-up. He noted complexities where some roads are privately owned within the valley.
3. Private Roads and RPZ/Precedent: Member Rojas and Senator Kim cited prior Wilson Street RPZ experience; City has been cautious about expanding special parking designations.
BOARD BUSINESS – [1:24:13]
Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 – [1:24:15]: Chair Tumbaga opened the floor for any amendments that needed to be made to the minutes. Amendments were discussed to correct typo errors (e.g., references near Kalihi Elementary area circulation; replace “Compass up/Campus” with the correct street names such as Halina Street and Nani Street for ingress/egress; correct “Kaka gy” to “Kalākaua Gym.”
[1:24:22] Soong MOVED and Liua SECONDED to approve the September 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes as amended. A voice vote was conducted and ADOPTED with a vote count of 7-0-0 (Aye: Tumbaga, Kumalae, Soong, Rojas, Liua, Gatti, Mizuno. Nay: None. Abstain: None.) – [1:29:22]
COMMITTEE REPORTS/ASSIGNMENTS – [1:29:46]
State and County Budget Committee (Chair Mizuno) – [1:30:02]: No report.
Sidewalk, S-Curve, and Transportation Committee (Chair Soong) – [1:30:24]: No report.
Beautification Committee (Chair Franklin) – [1:30:30]: No report.
Sustainability Committee (Co-Chairs Rojas and Kumalae) – [1:30:32]
• PIVI Street Sidewalk Cleanup: Member Soong, Member Kumalae, and resident Lynn Kumalae completed cleanup work between 8–9 a.m.; residents appreciated the effort; minor weeds returning.
RPZ Committee (Chair Kumalae) – [1:31:34]
• RPZ Outreach: City Council D6 office planned brochure distribution and neighborhood walk-through of RPZ areas; meeting/time logistics to be confirmed (noted as 1:00 p.m. the next day; location TBA).
Communications Committee (Chair Lualemaga) – [1:33:17]: No report.
Resolutions Committee (Chair Franklin): No report.
Joint Committee (Chair Soong) – [1:33:34]
• Public Safety Task Force: Neighborhood Board to host the next community safety forum on Saturday, November 15, 2025, 10:00 a.m., at Kalihi Valley District Park (permit in process); goal is broad community participation alongside nonprofits and agencies. Follow-up meeting scheduled Tuesday, October 14, 2025, KPT Room 105. A tour/meeting at the “Extreme Makeover” house in Kalihi set for Saturday, November 1, 2025, 10:00 a.m., with legislators, City Council, and neighboring boards; focus on resource coordination. Halloween outreach with Adult Friends for Youth discussed; noted safety considerations around Kalihi Valley Homes.
OTHER REPORTS – [1:39:02]
Chair’s Report – [1:39:04]
• Events:
o Kalihi Valley Complex Halloween Event: Thursday, October 23, 2025, 5:30–8:00 p.m., Kalihi Valley District Park Gym. [1:39:12]
o Kalihi Valley Gym Cleanup: Saturday, October 11, 2025, 8:00–10:00 a.m. Supplies provided; Salvation Army volunteers assisting. [1:39:31]
o Salvation Army “Protecting Your Family & Increase Your Income” Presentation: Thursday, October 9, 2025; advance reservations required; held at Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center, 322 Sumner Street. [1:40:24]
o HART City Center – Kalihi Station Neighborhood Design Workshop: Thursday, October 23, 2025, 6:00–8:30 p.m., King David Kalākaua Middle School Cafeteria, 821 Kalihi Street. Input sought on station area design, street/stream interfaces, tree replanting; feedback options via QR code or email (info@honolulutransit.org).
• DOT Quarterly Attendance: Henry Kennedy (State DOT) will attend quarterly; email questions for the next report.
• Neighborhood Assistant Welcome: Chair welcomed Jeffrey Jones as the Board’s Neighborhood Assistant.
• Meeting Location Discussion for 2026: Members discussed moving meetings closer to the valley (e.g., Kalihi Valley District Park, Farrington HS, Kalihi Elementary), costs (City facilities free; schools/libraries may have fees), videography/tech needs (setup ~45–60 minutes early; hotspot/Wi-Fi). Recommendation to confirm options and consider a Board decision in November for a January start.
• OCCC Conditions: A member shared observations from a recent OCCC tour and ongoing discussions about potential relocation and facility needs.
ANNOUNCEMENTS – [1:53:00]
• Next Meeting: Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 7:00 p.m., at Kapālama Hale, Room 153.
• Broadcast Meetings: Neighborhood Board meetings air on ʻŌlelo Channel 49 on the fourth Saturday at 6:00 p.m., and the first and third Sunday at 9:00 a.m.
• Farrington HS Football Senior Night: Ceremony Thursday, October 9, 2025 (6:00 p.m.); final home game
To view agenda and minutes, visit our board website.
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