MAKAKILO – KAPOLEI – HONOKAI HALE NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 34
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2024 at 7:00 P.M.
Kapolei Hale – Conference Room A & B
1000 Ulu’ōhiʻa Street, Kapolei, HI 96707
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MEETING POLICIES
RULES OF SPEAKING: Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34 asks if anyone wishing to speak is asked to raise their hand, and when recognized by the Chair to address comments to the Chair. §2-14-117 Order and decorum. (a) All board members shall promote and preserve the order and decorum of the commission’s proceedings. Time allowances will prevail at the noted limits and anyone wanting to comment on multiple items will be allowed to do so with the same time limit allowed per issue/item when the issue/item is called. All speakers are asked to be first recognized by the Chair, and address comments through the Chair. Speakers (community and Board), must keep their comments under three (3) minutes (adopted August 24, 2022), and those giving reports are urged to keep their reports under ten (10) minutes unless otherwise noted. Written reports, flyers, information pertinent to reports are to be handed out PRIOR to presentation/discussion. Please silence all electronic devices. Please adhere to time limits.
NOTE: The Board may take action on any agenda item. As required by the State Sunshine Law (HRS 92), specific issues not noted on this agenda cannot be voted on unless added to the agenda.
ORDER AND DECORUM: Our meetings are intended to act with fairness and order, and according to the 2008 Neighborhood Plan. Everyone is asked to treat each speaker with respect and keep their comments on agenda subjects within the time allowed. Your kokua is appreciated to avoid delays or timely adjournment of the meeting. Rules of decorum will be strictly enforced.
WELCOME
I. CALL TO ORDER – Chair Anthony Makana Paris
II. ROLL CALL – Neighborhood Board Assistant
III. CITY MONTHLY REPORTS
A. Honolulu Fire Department (HFD)
B. Honolulu Police Department (HPD)
C. Board of Water Supply (BWS) – Nicole Rodwell
D. Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative – DLM Deputy Director Keith Suzuka
E. Councilmember Andria Tupola
F. OMPO Report – Frank Genadio
IV. PRESENTATIONS
A. Parcel 10 Update – Senior Vice President Tony Gaston and Assistant Development Manager Kathleen Iriarte, Hunt Company, Inc.
B. “Haku” Kapolei Development (North West Corner of Villages of Kapolei) – Christopher Flaherty, ‘Ikenakea Development LLC; Daniel Simonich, Michaels Organization
V. STATE MONTHLY REPORTS – (Limited to three (3) minutes each, unless otherwise requested) If there are any printed reports and/or flyers that need to be disseminated, please do so before start of meeting (or as early as possible) so Board members have adequate time to brief themselves with your material and information.
A. U.S. Congressman Ed Case
B. U.S. Congresswoman Jill Tokuda
C. Governor Josh Green’s Representative – Gordon Pang
D. Highways Division, Department of Transportation (DOT)
E. State Senator Mike Gabbard (District 21)
F. State Senator Maile Shimabukuro (District 22)
G. State Representative Diamond Garcia (District 42)
H. State Representative Kanani Souza (District 43)
I. State Representative Darius Kila (District 44)
J. Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA)
VI. COMMUNITY/BOARD CONCERNS & ANNOUNCEMENTS (Limited to three (3) minutes each per person in totality. Issues concerning and/or needing elected official’s or agency input/comments and related issues are to be discussed at the relative portion of the agenda. Issues and concerns not listed elsewhere on the Board’s agenda may be raised, but HRS Chapter 92 (”Sunshine Law”) prohibits Board action from being taken during this meeting.)
VII. BOARD BUSINESS (10 minutes limit unless otherwise noted) Discussion and Action
A. Approval of Written Summary for Video Record: Wednesday, March 27, 2024
B. Resolution – STANDING IN SOLIDARITY WITH WAIKĪKĪ NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 9 IN CALLING FOR THE PROHIBITION OF REFUSE COLLECTION PRIOR TO 6 A.M. IN WAIKĪKĪ
C. Resolution – SUPPORTING THE USE OF SUSTAINABLE HAWAIIAN PLANT LANDSCAPES AND INCREASING FOOD SECURITY TOWARD RESILIENT NEIGHBORHOODS
D. Committee Reports – (Limited to three (3) minutes each)
a. Transportation Committee – Michael Ferreira
b. Parks & Recreation Committee – Mikiala Lidstone
c. Environmental Justice Committee – Dr. Kioni Dudley
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS
• Next Scheduled Meeting – The Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No. 34ʻs next scheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
‘Olelo Community Television Cablecast of Board Meetings: The Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board regular meetings are video recorded and later 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. There may be a week or two (2) delay after a meeting date before the first cablecast of that meeting’s video. The ‘Olelo program schedule is posted at http://www.olelo.org/programming/default.html
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DRAFT REGULAR MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 2024 AT 7:00 P.M.
KAPOLEI HALE CONFERENCE ROOM A + B AND ONLINE VIA WEBEX
Video Recording of Meeting Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a0uHclr383M
Google Drive Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1GE3KMhGmxV2jxDLUnSvRUvThmykz8vGn
1. CALL TO ORDER [0:00:06]
Chair Anthony Makana Paris called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Quorum WAS established with five (5) members present. Note – This nine (9) member board requires five (5) members to establish quorum and take official board action.
Board Members Present: Anthony Makana Paris, Kioni Dudley, Michael Ferreira, Mikiala Lidstone, Michael Singleton, Amy Bossler (7:03 p.m.), Tiare Taala (7:12 p.m.), and Moon Kahele (8:14 p.m.).
Board Members Absent: Matthew Khan.
Guests: Firefighter Justin Akamine-Nakakura (HFD); Corporal Roland Pagan (HPD); DLM Deputy Director Keith Suzuka (Mayor Blangiardi); Councilmember Andria Tupola, Kika Tapeni; Frank Genadio (CAC for OMPO); Neil Anthony Sims (Ocean Era); Nestor Garcia (Congressman Case); Gordon Pang (Governor Green); Meg Turner (Senator Gabbard); Patrice Tanna (Senator Shimabukuro); Hunter Harris (Representative Garcia); Representative Kanani Souza; Tony Gaston (Hunt Companies); Kiran Polk (Chamber of Commerce); Isaiah Baclaan, Mindy Ferreira, Jon Yoshimura, James Soong, Patrick Watson, Mike Golojuch, Thad Spreg, Maria Wilson, Darren Holbrook, Niaulani Iliwaalani, Yabe Domingo, Pat Souza, Mara Hanson (Residents/Guests); NA Logan Hutchinson (NCO). Note: Name not included if not legible or stated for the record. There were approximately 41 total participants.
2. ROLL CALL [0:01:47]: The Neighborhood Assistant (NA) carried out a roll call. Quorum WAS established with five (5) members present.
3. CITY MONTHLY REPORTS [0:02:14]
Bossler joined the meeting at 7:03 p.m.; 6 members present.
Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) [0:02:14]: Firefighter Justin Akamine-Nakakura gave the report. Should you have any questions, please email the Honolulu Fire Department Community Relations Office at hfdnhb@honolulu.gov.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A4NjQMXXDKP0KK24zJ7-Wo3C1zNV9cJu/view?usp=drive_link
• February 2024 Statistics: There were 2 structure fires, 4 wildland/brush fires, 3 nuisance fires, 16 activated alarms (no fire), 163 medical emergencies, 1 motor vehicle collision with pedestrian, and 11 motor vehicle crash/collisions.
• Safety Tip: Smoke Alarm Safety Tips – Smoke alarms save lives and are an important part of a home fire escape plan. Properly installed and maintained smoke alarms give occupants early warning to get outside quickly. Install smoke alarms inside each bedroom and outside the sleeping areas (hallways) and on every level of the home (including the basement). Keep smoke alarms away from the kitchen or bathroom to reduce false alarms. Test all smoke alarms once a month. Press the test button to ensure the alarm is working. If the smoke alarm requires a nine-volt battery, replace the battery each year. Replace smoke alarm unit every ten years, or sooner if they do not respond properly. For more information, visit https://fire.honolulu.gov/.
Questions, comments, and concerns followed [0:03:59].
Honolulu Police Department (HPD) [0:05:46]: Corporal Roland Pagan reported the following:
• February 2024 Statistics: There were 9 motor vehicle thefts, 8 burglaries, 82 thefts, 29 unauthorized entries into motor vehicles (UEMV), and 2,263 total calls for service. Further statistical information can be found at https://www.honolulupd.org/.
Board of Water Supply (BWS) [0:08:06]: No representative present.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KyXsqdnvePegpdR6XF2Sm9BUXCFi9WD6/view?usp=drive_link
• Toilet Rebate: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Jm1DTFPaFV2SNmATIKSuAyEJvKGHXSqI/view?usp=drive_link
Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Representative [0:08:26]: Department of Land Management (DLM) Deputy Director Keith Suzuka gave the report and provided follow-up responses to concerns raised at the previous meeting. Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s Town Hall (TH) meetings are returning. The Honolulu Zoo came in 4th place for Best Zoo in America.
• Mayor’s Newsletter: https://www.oneoahu.org/newsletter
• TH Schedule: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k98p4m1v611AjNAHnL6m_jW_ZfDVw2Ym/view?usp=drive_link
• Skyline Ridership Statistics: https://www.honolulu.gov/cms-dts-menu/site-dts-site-articles-2/54285-skyline-ridership.html
• Career Opportunities at the City & County of Honolulu: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu
Questions, comments, and concerns followed [0:13:49].
Taala joined the meeting at 7:12 p.m.; 7 members present.
Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OMPO) Report [0:16:21]: Frank Genadio reported on the March 2024 Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LzF8X-wXa44qYYH7WBXKbzLQZanWAS48/view?usp=drive_link
• FFYs 2025-2028 TIP: https://oahumpo.org/?wpfb_dl=3246
• CAC meeting minutes: https://www.oahumpo.org/committees/citizen-advisory-committee/
• Hawaii Department of Transportation reports and highways status: https://hidot.hawaii.gov/highways/
Councilmember Andria Tupola [0:20:00]: Councilmember Tupola highlighted the Mayor’s Town Hall in Kapolei, Resolution 24-50, and the budget.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JPiv-5wrrGvNQnwbQ1wvnVSJeOGAbAIC/view?usp=drive_link
• Makakilo Drive Extension Information Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TuyehF6GnB-iavnLRIALBIJ9gXCybU1K/view?usp=drive_link
4. PRESENTATION [0:22:08]
Proposal for a Fish and Limu Culture Operation Offshore of Ewa Beach, Oahu [0:22:08]: Neil Anthony Sims presented on the proposal. Highlights included where and how to grow more limu, Ocean Era’s offshore farming history, options for site location, and community outreach efforts to date. For any questions/concerns, email neil@ocean-era.com or jennica@ocean-era.com.
• Presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d4vu2ktzIwTIqwHbL-YNRRtpJnmUX2up/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed [0:38:45].
5. STATE MONTHLY REPORTS [0:56:00]
U.S. Congressman Ed Case [0:56:00]: No representative present at this time.
• Report: https://case.house.gov/news/email/show.aspx?ID=XPBR2D2ICFBAK
U.S. Congresswoman Jill Tokuda [0:56:15]: No representative present.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Vn2oanR0PgMOihdJVEiGXup1KfV8MKjS/view?usp=drive_link
Governor Josh Green [0:56:31]: Due to technical difficulties, this agenda item was deferred.
Highways Division, State Department of Transportation (HDOT) [0:57:55]: No representative present. No report provided. Chair Paris provided an update about the speed hump being installed near Makakilo Elementary School on Palailai Street. For any questions/concerns, email henry.kennedy@hawaii.gov or call (808) 222-4119.
State Senator Mike Gabbard [0:59:04]: Meg Turner gave the report and invited everyone to Senator Gabbard’s Listen Story Community meeting on Saturday, March 30, 2024 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the Kapolei High School Teachers’ Lounge and online via Zoom. To join virtually, or for any questions/concerns, email sengabbard@capitol.hawaii.gov.
• Newsletter: https://conta.cc/3PyePcB
Questions, comments, and concerns followed [1:02:14].
State Senator Maile Shimabukuro [1:02:55]: No representative present at this time. For any questions/concerns, email p.tanna@capitol.hawaii.gov.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sRGEeH6ABZKXMjHzMBRfmUSTMWAmf6Aw/view?usp=drive_link
State Representative Diamond Garcia [1:03:16]: Hunter Harris gave the report. Highlights included signs in the Villages of Kapolei, House Resolution (HR) 45, and how to get involved in the legislative process.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rrOwWQa0j8JH15dFQ8zbigclkvM39BsD/view?usp=drive_link
• HR 45: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11LyvER-3niHpnGhJdf_ATjOq7H9jFDiQ/view?usp=drive_link
Questions, comments, and concerns followed [1:06:42].
State Representative Darius Kila [1:10:18]: No representative present. For any questions/concerns, email repkila@capitol.hawaii.gov and/or d.eddy@capitol.hawaii.gov or call (808) 586-9480.
State Representative Kanani Souza [1:10:28]: No representative present at this time.
Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) [1:10:38]: No representative present.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PXZjUDfVJU6wb26mtsfELCZrTroBlHtV/view?usp=drive_link
• Website: https://dbedt.hawaii.gov/hcda/
Kahele joined the meeting at 8:14 p.m.; 8 members present.
6. COMMUNITY/BOARD CONCERNS & ANNOUNCEMENTS [1:11:30]
Resolutions Related to Homeschooled Children [1:11:41]: Member Bossler raised a concern about resolutions related to wellness checks for homeschooled children and available funding for existing schools.
Makakilo Quarry Permitted Interaction Group (PIG) [1:12:45]: Member Dudley provided an update on some of his findings related to the PIG.
Request for Regular Updates from the Department of Transportation Services (DTS) [1:14:53]: Member Ferreira requested that DTS provide quarterly updates to the Board. Regular updates on traffic improvements, traffic mitigation, and the Makakilo Drive Extension are requested.
Kapolei Regional Park [1:21:30]: Member Bossler thanked Councilmember Tupola for the work being done at the park.
Electric Grid Battery Blessing and Dedication [1:22:27]: Jon Yoshimura announced his company Plus Power recently blessed and dedicated a battery that will be an essential part of Hawaiian Electric’s (HECO) plan to be using 100% renewable energy by 2045. The battery serves as a “pacemaker” for the electric grid. Yoshimura thanked the Board for their support of the project and brought puzzles for all in attendance.
Veterans Administration (VA) Clinic Update [1:26:49]: Tony Gaston (Hunt Companies) presented on project updates/images, highlighting the Grand Opening and parking. For more information, go to https://www.huntkalaeloa.com/construction.
Makakilo Drive Extension [1:30:44]: Resident Patrick Watson thanked Member Ferreira and Frank Genadio for their continued work pursuing the Makakilo Drive Extension.
Scheduled DTS Updates to the Board [1:30:44]: Resident Mara Hanson supports the idea of DTS providing regularly scheduled updates to the Board and would like to know the best ways for community members to provide feedback.
Hearing no objections, Chair Paris returned to previous agenda items [1:34:23].
Governor Josh Green [1:34:36]: Gordon Pang gave the report and highlighted the Hawai’i Housing Finance & Development Cooperation (HHFDC) selecting 2 companies to plan and develop “Haku Kapolei”.
• Website/Newsletter: https://governor.hawaii.gov/
• Master Planner(s) Selected for Key Kapolei Parcel: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GGxPf6Sxo0id82H1E1SUBUkIFGSkLmHR/view?usp=drive_link
• Maui Housing Plan Update: https://governor.hawaii.gov/newsroom/office-of-the-governor-news-release-gov-green-delivers-maui-housing-plan-update/
• Kapolei Long Range Master Plan: http://kapolei.com/pages/long-range-master-plan
Questions, comments, and concerns followed [1:40:49].
State Representative Kanani Souza [1:56:11]: Representative Souza highlighted the legislative session winding down over the next few weeks and a speed hump installed in the area. For any questions/concerns, email repsouza@capitol.hawaii.gov or call (808) 586-8465.
• Website: https://www.repsouza.com/
Questions, comments, and concerns followed [1:58:13].
7. BOARD BUSINESS [1:59:16]
Approval of Written Summary for Video Record – February 28, 2024 [1:59:16]: Ferreira MOVED and Lidstone SECONDED to approve the February 28, 2024 Written Summary for Video Record as written [1:59:33]. Hearing no discussion, the board conducted a voice vote. The motion WAS ADOPTED; 8 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Bossler, Dudley, Ferreira, Kahele, Lidstone, Singleton, Taala, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [1:59:54].
Support of “Game Rooms Package” (Bill 57, Bill 58, Resolution 23-228) [2:00:09]: Resident Patrick Watson provided testimony in support of the package. Chair Paris provided context on Bill 57, Bill 58, and Resolution 23-228. Ferreira MOVED and Bossler SECONDED the Board support of Bill 57, Bill 58, and Resolution 23-228 [2:08:27]. Discussion followed. Hearing no further discussion, the board conducted a voice vote. The motion WAS ADOPTED; 8 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Bossler, Dudley, Ferreira, Kahele, Lidstone, Singleton, Taala, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [2:13:54].
• Game Room Package Materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rkn09GHblUQqqOKf8uUPsh9gWNi9_Vlv
Authorize Letter of Support of “Game Rooms Package” [2:14:05]: Dudley MOVED and Bossler SECONDED to authorize the letter of support for Bill 57, Bill 58, and Resolution 23-228 with friendly amendments [2:14:20]. Hearing no discussion, the board conducted a voice vote. The motion WAS ADOPTED; 8 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Bossler, Dudley, Ferreira, Kahele, Lidstone, Singleton, Taala, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [2:14:56].
Resolution Supporting the Continuous Monitoring of Toxic Emissions from the City’s H-POWER Waste-To-Energy Facility and the Scrubbing of Any Toxins that are Higher than National Standards or Public Health Guidelines [2:15:23]: Chair Paris introduced the resolution. Taala MOVED and Singleton SECONDED to adopt the resolution [2:22:42]. Discussion followed. Hearing no further discussion, the board conducted a voice vote. The motion WAS ADOPTED; 8 – 0 – 0 (Aye: Bossler, Dudley, Ferreira, Kahele, Lidstone, Singleton, Taala, Paris; Nay: None; Abstain: None) [2:23:49].
• Draft Resolution: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xi5TbeJYHadV3nRu6fSK4Vd670AUSBHy/view?usp=drive_link
Committee Reports [2:24:24]:
• Transportation [2:24:24]: Member Ferreira highlighted the Mayor’s Town Hall meeting in Kapolei and continued work on the Makakilo Extension and other projects.
• Parks & Recreation [2:34:42]: Member Lidstone highlighted work at Kapolei Regional Park.
• Environmental Justice [2:36:04]: No report.
8. ANNOUNCEMENTS [2:37:29]
Next Scheduled Meeting: The next Makakilo/Kapolei/Honokai Hale Neighborhood Board No.34 regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at Kapolei Hale and online via WebEx.
9. ADJOURNMENT [2:37:48]: The meeting adjourned at 9:38 p.m.
Submitted by: Logan Kealoha Hutchinson, Neighborhood Assistant
Reviewed by: Dylan Buck, Community Relations Specialist
Finalized by:
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