Na Leo o La’i’opua

VOLUMN 9, ISSUE 4 NOVEMBER 2012

B O A R D O F Community Stakeholders Meet with DIRECTORS

Dora Aio Leamons Homestead Association President

Mark Aiona Secretary

Kapua Baker Treasurer

Bo Kahui Director

Karleen Cox Director

Kumu Keala Ching Director

Rudy Ai Director

Sam Walker, Sr Director Villages of La'i'opua Kupuna Hui– Nawaiiwiola o na Kupuna

On September 8th, The Villages of La'i'opua Board and La'i'opua INSIDE THIS VOL Office 2020 held a community meeting with community stakeholder providing infor- ISSUE: mation for our homestead members and surrounding communities. VOL Board attend 2 Clerk/ Support The event started with a mele pule. Soon after, the VOL Nawai CNHA Convention Iwiola O Na Kupuna played several songs and danced hula for the guest and Deborah Sen. Akaka Honored 3 community groups. In addition, the Opio hui also danced hula for the guest. Regional Park Meet to develop park plan. Kahanu The Saturday event brought community organizations together to share their programs and services with over 130 attendees. Among the organ- VOL Leaders attend 4 izations that joined the event included Department of Hawaiian Homes DHHL Conference; Office Hours Land, Kamehameha Preschool, Native Hawaiian Education Act– Kau I ka Blub Exchange Plan Malie Center, La'i'opua 2020, Legal Aid Society, West Community VOL Notices 5 Tues. thru Thur. Health Center, County of Hawaii Parks & Recreation, Family Support Service Got Emai? 1:00—3:00 PM – Fatherhood Program, Sandwich Isle Communication, Fun to Jump, Aupaka Kokua Corner Dryland Forest, Habitat for Humanity, VOL Annual 6 Villages of La'i'opua and La'i'opua 2020 Board express its gratitude Membership Meeting Dec. 12th Contact and appreciation for the collective and collaborative effort of our Kupuna & Opio Halau, for sharing their talents and community stakeholders for offer- VOL DCCR Notices 355-8689 Ofc ing their valuable weekend time to share their services and programs with our 7 membership and surrounding community . 355-8687 Fax VOL Garage Sale Mahalo Nui Loa Sat. & Sun Nov. 17th & 18th 8 VOL & L2020 Board

1 VOLUMN 9, ISSUE 4 P A G E 2 Kanaiolowalu Commission Hearing Coming Dec. 8th

Villages 0f La'i'opua (VOL) and La'i'opua 2020 Executive Director attended the 11th Annual Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement Convention held at the Ha- waiian State Convention Center in Honolulu October 1st through October 4th. The 11th Annual CNHA convention held numer- ous workshop and on the last day of the convention, VOL AIO & L2020 E.d. Bo Kahui attended the Policy Round Table discussion to include the Kanai oluwalu policy priority. The following information

Act 195 Act 195, Session Laws of Hawaii 2011, recognizes Native Hawaiians as the indigenous people of Hawaii that exer- cised sovereignty as a people. It also created the Native Hawaiian Roll Commission, members who was appointed L-R, VOL– President Dora Aio, Former Gov. John Waihe’e, by the Governor from nominations made by Native Hawai- ian organizations. The purpose of the Commission is to CNHA President Robin Danner, L2020 E.D. Bo Kahui develop and oversee the process of enrolling Native Hawai- ians for the purposes of organizing a sovereign entity. alu refers to a sound similar to that of waves lapping up on the shore that is lined with pebbles; that rustling sound of the movement of What is Kana‘iolowalu? the water through the many pebbles. In our use of the word, it refers Kana‘iolowalu is a project of the Native Hawaiian Roll Com- to the din that is being created by the mass of people who are com- mission. It is a year-long campaign to reunify Native Hawai- ing together and moving forward to strive and achieve and recognize ians in the self-recognition of our unrelinquished sovereign- the unrelinquished sovereignty of the Native Hawaiian people… ty, by enrolling Native Hawaiians and supporters in this Kana’iolowalu. declaration. Those Native Hawaiians who are on the list KANAIOLOWALU COMMISSION CONVENE on Big Island and are 18 years of age as of the date of certification will be eligible to participate in the organization of a governing The appointed Commissioners will be meeting on Moku o entity. Hawaii on December 8, 2012 to hold informational meetings/ registry campaigns around the island. The commissioners are What is the Meaning of “Kanaʻiolowalu?” schedule to be in Waimea at Imiola Church on December 8th Kana’iolowalu is the Hawaiian name given to the commis- from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., then on to Kailua-Kona County sion that embodies the work being done and the way it is Civic Center– Building G. from 4pm till 7pm. . being approached. Na’i refers to striving, achieving, over- For updates Phone: (808) 594-0088 ; coming and even conquering. Many of us know that Kame- Email: [email protected] hameha I was also known as “Kana’iaupuni” or the one who conquered (na’i) and created the kingdom (aupuni). Olow-

Homesteaders Listen to Congressional Delegate The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement 11th Annual Convention in Honolulu included luncheon speaker Con- gressional candidate Tulsi Gabbard who shared her experiences as a women in the military, her dedication to her work as a pub- lic servant, her parents who guided her political and personal growth. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard recently won her bid to represent the Second Congressional District which includes our Villages of La'i'opua homestead and Kealakehe ahupua’a. Rep. Gabbard assumes the Congressional seat vacated by Sen. VOL Delegates Pictured with Congresswoman Tulsi Gab- who won her bid to assume retired seat of Sen. . bard: L-R, Shantel Walker, Pres. Dora Aio, & Karlene Cox

2 Senator Daniel Akaka Honored at Convention

The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) 11th Annual convention would not have been complete with- out the appearance of Senator Akaka. From the beginning of CNHA, Sen. Akaka had participate at every CNHA convention, making his last and final appearance special, Many line-up to acknowledge the Senator’s exception- al public service career that spanned 36 years in Congress. First elected to the U.S. House in 1976, Congressman Akaka was appointed to the Senate when Senator Spark Matsunaga passed away, subsequently winning election to the office in 1990, and re-election in 1994, 2000, and 2006. Most important, Sen. Akaka & Sen. Inouye both sup- ported the Villages of La'i'opua and provided the initial grant of $475,000 for the La'i'opua 2020 community center develop- ment plan. This Federal Economic Development Initiative grant provided La'i'opua 2020 the resources to start the planning of the medical clinic, and community center facilities. On behalf of La'i'opua 2020 and Villages of La'i'opua Board and membership, we honor Senator Daniel Akaka and his contribution to the Native Hawaiian community and our Villages Of La'i'opua– Director Bo Kahui expresses his Villages of La'i'opua community. Mahalo Nui Sen. Akaka mana’o and thank Sen. Akaka for his 36 years of service.

THE KEALAKEHE REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLANNING & INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS Kealakehe Regional Park Charette Workshop

WHEN: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15 (6:00 TO 8:30 PM) FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 (6:00 TO 8:30 PM) SATURDAY MORNING, NOVEMBER 17 (OPEN HOUSE, 9:00 AM TO 12:00 PM)

WHERE: West Hawai‘i Civic Center Building G, Community Meeting Hale 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway, Kailua-Kona Sign up to join and participate in the planning of the new regional Park development. Go to the Kealakehe Regional Park website [email protected] and fill out your information if you plan on attending the charette workshop. Once you submit your information, you will receive a confirmation email.

Registration is not required to attend.

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VOL Directors Attend DHHL Leadership Conference Villages of La'i'opua (VOL) Board leadership at- development of each others Kulia I Ka Nu’u project. tended the Department of Hawaiian Homes Land (DHHL) L2020 and several other attendees received $250,000 to leadership conference held September 30th to October 2nd. promote economic development through the DHHL Kulia VOL President Dora Aio, Director Karlene Cox, Director initiative. L2020 were among 5 other beneficiary organiza- Bo Kahui, and Shantel Walker attended the leadership con- tion that received the $250K grant. Funding under this pro- ference to seek the assistance of the DHHL for solutions to gram required a business plan, securing a lease with numerous community concerns. DHHL, and complying with grant conditions. The DHHL leadership conference held a series of workshops for homestead associations that has affected homestead association across the State. Workshop topics included homestead operation and budgeting, managing DCCRs, grant writing, economic development, and more. The VOL team divided the workshop opportunities and maximize the team’s time to attend as amny work- shops as possible. Shantel Otare attended the grant writing workshop while, Pres. Aio attended the DCCR workshop. Director Bo Kahui attended the economic development L-R, VOL Director Karlene Cox, DHHL Deputy Director workshop. Kahui and several other associations leaders Michelle Kauhane, Shantel Otare, & VOL Pres. Dora Aio. met with attorney Brad Caftel, esq to seek his advice on the Photo taken by Bo Kahui La'i'opua 2020 & VOL promote CFL Bulb Exchange

The La'i'opua 2020 & the Board of the Vil- Contact the center office at 355- Facts & Benefits of CFLs: lages of La'i'opua will be kicking off our 8689 or call 327-1221 and make Energy Star-qualified CFLs use at least CFL light bulb exchange program. the switch to start saving today! two-thirds less energy than standard incandescent bulbs and last up to 10 times La'i'opua 2020 and the VOL Board has longer (average lifespan of a CFL is five partnered with Blue Planet to do its part to years). bring energy savings to our membership. CFLs save $119 or more in energy costs in Hawaii over each bulb’s lifetime. The purpose of the exchange program is to CFLs generate 70% less heat, making encourage people to save money and elec- them safer to operate. Where to use: tricity by replacing old-style bulbs with To get more energy savings, replace bulbs new, efficient bulbs. where lights are on the most, such as the family and living rooms, kitchen, dining We will exchange your incandescent light room and porch. bulbs for a CFL energy efficient bulb abso- Install them in hard to reach fixtures, like lutely FREE!!! ceiling fans. Make sure the CFL matches the right fixture by La'i'opua 2020 and community association reading any restrictions on the package. Some will get .50 cents for each old bulb collect- CFLs work with dimmers, and others are spe- Did you know that a CFL bulb uses cially made for recessed or enclosed fixtures. ed. Monies raised will be determined by the 75% less energy then an incandes- VOL Board. cent bulb?

4 Village of La'i'opua Master Association Notices:

Villages of La'i'opua Board hereby offer this notice and is seeking help with the manage- ment of the community resources and common areas under its control. Over the last ten years, the Village of La'i'opua homestead association has had difficulty with managing the common are- as. More importantly, the collection of association dues has become acutely and severely defi- cient. Villages of La'i'opua Board are volunteers and have a fiduciary duty to the members of the La'i'opua Homestead Association to ensure the Village Declarations, Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions are enforced and members comply with these rules. Over the years, members have been more complacent and enforcing these rules have become increasingly difficult. Villages of La'i'opua board will review a proposal by a management company to address its operational deficiencies and effectively address the collection of membership dues to the associa- tion. In addition, the Board will review the conditions of the management contract to address the management of the common areas, collection of dues, issuance of “non-compliance” notices. The Board hopes to secure a contract at the start of the new year. Please contact the VOL office if you have any questions at 355-8689 or email the Board at- [email protected]. Mahalo

Got Email? We, Villages of La'i'opua & L2020 Board would like to find ways to save on the newsletter cost & distribution. More important, the Board wants to keep you inform of the community affairs and community news. Stay informed. Get the latest news. Find out what's happening on your street. Follow the community center development, and share your concerns. Send both of us your email at: [email protected] [email protected]

KOKUA KORNER Street Lights Out? If your street light is out, you can report it to Helco and they will repair it. What you need to do is find the pole # located on the pole itself, then, call 961-8341 and let Helco know the # of the pole and they will come and fix that light. Traffic and Kekies Playing in the Streets The VOL Board respectfully ask that its important to keep your kekies out of the streets. Recently, the VOL Board has received complaints from the members that children are riding their skateboards and bicycles down the hill as members observed the potential tragic accident and deadly outcome. Please keep your Kekie safe and don’t let them play in the streets. Reservation of Community Center Please call 355-8689 regarding the use of the facility. Office Hours are: Mon-Friday, 1pm-4pm. Sunday Rentals are 12:30pm-6pm Current rental hours for classes or meetings are 8am-8pm. Current rental hours for parties are 8am-6pm Saturdays.

5 Villages of La'i'opua Association Annual Meeting

Aloha Village Members,

On behalf of the Villages of La'i'opua Board you are cordially invited to join together for the Villages of La'i'opua annual meeting to review the La'i'opua Village Board business and regional development & plan- ning initiatives that impact our homestead community. The annual meeting will be held at the Kaniohale Community Association Center Wednesday December 12, 2012 from 4:30 pm till pau. Refreshments will be served.

This annual community meeting will focus on the Community issues, programs & services that affect our community membership. E komo mai, and share your mana’o in the future of our community. Villages of La'i'opua Board and La'i'opua 2020 will convene to share information and seek the input from our homestead residents.

Village Board Business review

Pule/ Kahea…………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………….Kumu Keala Ching Village of La'i'opua President opening remarks……………………………………..…….………………………………...Dora Aio Village of La'i'opua Treasurer, 2012—2013 Budget………………………………..………………………………….Kapua Baker Village of La'i'opua 2020 Secretary Report…………………………………………...…………………………………….Mark Aiona La’i’opua 2020 Development Plans…………………………………………………………L2020 Executive Director -Bo Kahui Native Hawaiian Education Center– Kau I Ka Malie………………………….………………….Director Christy Schumann

Join us to discover your La'i'opua Village Board & Community at work!

For more Information Contact Deborah Kahanu- or call 355-8689 Diana Akao- diana.akao@laiopua .org or call 327-1221 Volunteers Welcome

6 P A G E 7 Village of La'i'opua Master Association Notices

West Hawaii Parks & Athletic Corp Villages of La'i'opua Board Meetings In April 2011, Governor Abercrombie established the Regional Park formerly the proposed golf course below Currently, the Villages of La'i'opua Board (VOL) Village 5. along Kealakehe Parkway. hold its monthly meeting “every second Wednesday” of West Hawaii Parks & Athletic Corporation (WHIPAC), a each month. non-profit organization is seeking volunteers to help with The VOL Board welcome all members to attend the the planning, design, and implementation of the Regional Park. The County of Hawaii has contracted Kimura Inter- VOL Board meeting and participate in the community af- national to begin the planning process for the development fairs that impact our homestead membership. of the regional park. The VOL Board would like to encourage new mem- On Nov. 15th, 16th, and 17th, the County & WHIPAC bership to the Board and encourage participation of others will host a “charrette”, a planning meeting to begin to to keep our community a safe and healthy community for draft the vision for the future of the proposed Kealake- he Regional Park. The County & WHIPAC encourages our kiekies, Opio, Makua, and Kupuna. the all to participate. L2020 encourages the home- As we approach the holidays, the VOL Board wish stead community to help draft the vision for this everyone a safe and Happy Holiday Season. WHIPAC meetings are held every 1st Tuesday at the County Civic Center, Parks & Rec. Building. Call 327- Me Kealoha Pumehana, 1221 for more information VOL Board of Directors

. $70K in Back Dues Illegal & Abandon Vehicles Side Walks & Common Areas La'i'opua Board would like to inform the La'i'opua Association Board would like La'i'opua Board Treasurer Kapua membership of illegal and abandon vehicles. to remind our membership for the need to Baker’s financial report was reviewed The Association rules require all vehicles by the Board. The Board was con- keep our sidewalks clear of vehicles and have a proper vehicle registration certificate and cerned of the high amount of dues in personal items for the continued safety of safety check registration. Your vehicle shall be in arrears since the last report in July our community. compliance of the County vehicle registration 2012 The Board would like to express its ordinance for your vehicle to be valid and opera- appreciation to our members who regularly The Board will institute processing tional with in the Villages of La'i'opua. keep their sidewalk manicured and clean. notices to all lessees who are delin- The Board requests your cooperation to Our homestead association member's take quent in their dues over 6 months or properly register your vehicles. In addition, if pride in their community and hope that has a delinquency exceeding $500. your vehicle is inoperable, we seek your support each of us can do our part in contributing The Kanawai procedure adopted to dispose of your vehicle to rid the community to the beautification of our homestead several years ago was a mechanism to of abandon vehicles. community. The Association Board will begin a process to help members and offer a opportunity Trees or large shrubs often times ob- to process their delinquency and re- establish a procedure to effectively address aban- struct someone’s view or pose a hazard for solve their late dues. don vehicles, un-permitted vehicles, illegal park- ing, illegal vehicles as provided in the homeown- pedestrians. The Association Board re- The Board respectfully requests er's association Declaration, Covenants Condi- quests your Kokua to keep your trees or association members to make their tions and Restrictions shrubs trimmed to prevent unnecessary payments before it becomes a bigger The Villages of La'i'opua Community Associa- pedestrian accidents on our community problem. tion Board thanks you for your cooperation and sidewalks. For assistance contact the office at would like to extend its assistance to all mem- Please contact the Office at 355-8689 to 355-8689 to process your payments. bers. report any violations. Mahalo For assistance call the office at 355-8689 Mahalo

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Villages of La'i'Ōpua Community Garage Sale

Saturday & Sunday November 17 & 18 8:00 to 3:00PM Villages of La'i'Ōpua Garage & Yard Sale is an opportunity for all association members to sell your crafts, wares, unwanted appliances, computers, tools, building materials, clothes, etc…… Please post your signs directing traffic to your thoroughfare or street. As a reminder, please collect your signs after the garage event. Mahalo & Good luck with your sales!!!

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