THE HIGH STREET JOURNAL the Official Newsletter of the County of Maui Volume VI - Issue XI November 2012

THE HIGH STREET JOURNAL The Official Newsletter of the County of Maui Volume VI - Issue XI November 2012

Outstanding employees honored By GERI ONAGA Department of Personnel Services

Employees selected for Public Safety), Melissa recognition by their depart- Platiro, (Department of ments were honored at this Housing & Human Con- year’s Annual Employee Rec- cerns), Jayne Kinoshita, ognition Events held recently (Department of Man- on Maui, Molokaì and Lānaì agement), Richard Ped, where invitees enjoyed ono (Department of Parks and food, entertainment, and the Recreation), Gina Flam- company and fellowship of mer, (Department of fellow employees. Planning), Merry Greer Prince, (Department of Moloka’i employees and retir- Police), Rebecca Becker, ees gathered at the Mitchell (Department of the Pauole Community Center Prosecuting Attorney,) on October 17, where nomi- Jeffery Kele, (Depart- nees for Employee of the Year ment of Public Works), Beverly Kalilikane, (Depart- Diane Yogi, (Department ment of Parks & Recreation), of Transportation), and Jamie Winfrey, (Department Tammy Yeh, (Department of Police), Lokahi Herrod, Councilmembers Riki Hokama and Gladys Baisa, of Water Supply.) Council Chair Danny Mateo, and Mayor Alan Ara- (Department of Fire & Public kawa honor Molokaì Employee of the Year Rachelle Safety), Rachelle Ing-Kupau, Managers of the Year for (Department of Housing & fiscal year 2012 included Human Concerns), and David Nanod, (Depart- Mark Escudero (Department of Finance), James ment of Public Works) were lauded for their out- Kimo Kino (Department of Fire & Public Safety), standing performance. Rach- Deborah Arendale (De- elle Ing-Kupau was awarded partment of Housing & the overall award for Moloka’i Human Concerns), Lance Employee of the Year. Retirees Tokushima (Department Eugene Santiago & Susan of Parks & Recreation), McPherson, (Department of Jamie Adams (Depart- Police), and Walter Mendes & ment of Personnel Ser- Jeffrey Pidot, (Department of vices), Aaron Shinmoto Fire & Public Safety) were also (Department of Planning), recognized for their contribu- Ricky Uedoi (Department tions to public service. of Police), Kay Tesoro (Department of the Pros- Maui Employees, Managers ecuting Attorney), Shelby and Teams of the Year and Gomes, (Department of those who retired during fiscal Public Works) and Warren year 2012 were recognized at a Council Chair Mateo, Councilmember Hokama and Sardinha, (Department of Mayor Arakawa honor Lanaì Employee of the Year luncheon held on October 19, Destry Eugenio. Water Supply.) at the Maui Tropical Plantation. Employees of the Year includ- The Team of the Year ed Robert Isagawa, (Department of Environmen- Incentive Award provides departments the op- tal Management), Faye Okazaki, (Department of portunity to recognize a group of employees who Finance), Gavin Fujioka, (Department of Fire & have contributed to county government by virtue of work performance and efficiency, thereby sustaining pride in work performance and fostering excellence in public service. Fis- cal year 2012 teams included Finance’s Real Property As- sessment & Property Department of Housing & Human Concerns’ Maui County Office Technical Team, Fire on Aging Staff was selected as as the Department’s Team of the & Public Safety’s Year. Health and Safety Division, Housing Department of Finance’s Manager & Human Concerns’ of the Year Mark Escudero. Maui County Of- fice on Aging Staff, Parks & Recreation’s Beautification Sec- tion/Maintenance Division, Planning’s reWailuku Team, Police’s Special As- Maui Police Department’s Special Assignment to signment to ILEADS ILEADS Team was honored as the Department’s Team, Prosecuting Team of the Year. Attorney’s Felony Screening Support Staff, and Public Works’ Engineering Department of Fire & Public Safety’s Team & Water Sup- Manager of the Year James Kimo ply’s Loihi/CC & B Kino. Team. Lānaì employees gathered for their awards Department of Public Works’ Engineering Team was honored as ceremony on the Department’s Team of the Year. October 23, at the Lānaì Senior Center. Con- gratulations to Destry Eugenio from the Depart- ment of Public Works, Verna Department of Water Supply’s Manager of Del Rosario- the Year Warren Sardinha. Department of the Prosecuting Attorney’s Felony Sutton, from Screening Support Staff was honored as the De- the Department partment’s Team of the Year. of Parks & Recre- ation, and Ryan Ehlers with the Department of Police who were the nominees for Lānaì Employee of the Year. Des- try Eugenio received the honor of being chosen Department of Parks & Recreation’s Beautification Section/ Lānaì’s overall Planning Department’s Manager of the Year Maintenance Division was honored as the Department’s Team winner. Aaron Shinmoto of the Year.

2 Department of Finance’s Team of the Year: Department of the Prosecuting Attorney’s The Real Property Assessment & Property Manager of the Year Kay Tesoro Technical Team Department of Public Works’ Manager of the Year Shelby Gomes

Department of Fire & Public Safety’s Team Department of Housing & Human of the Year: Health and Safety Division Concerns’ Manager of the Year Deborah Arendale Department of Water Supply’s Team of the Year: Loihi/CC & B Team

Department of Personnel Services’ Manager of the Year Department of Public Works’ Jamie Adams Employee of the Year Jeffery Kele Department of Fire & Public Safety’s Employee of the Year Gavin Fujioka

Prosecuting Attorney J.D. Honor Maui Police Department’s receives certificate on behalf of the Manager of the Year Department of Prosecuting Attor- Ricky Uedoi ney’s Employee of the Year Rebecca Department of Parks & Recreation’s Becker. Employee of the Year Richard Ped

3 Department of Housing & Human Department of the Finance’s Concerns Employee of the Year Department of Management’s Employee of the Year Faye Okazaki Melissa Platiro Employee of the Year Jayne Kinoshita

Maui Police Department’s Department of Transportation’s Planning Department’s Employee of the Year Merry Greer Prince Employee of the Year Employee of the Year Gina Flammer Diane Yogi

Maui Police Department’s Ryan Ehlers, Parks & Recreation’s Verna Del Rosario-Sutton, and Public Works’ Destry Eugenio were the nomi- Department of Water Supply’s nees for Lāna`i Employee of the Year. Employee of the Year Tammy Yeh (not pictured)

4 Message from the Mayor

Aloha everyone, A woman came to visit the Mayor’s Office on October 25, the Thursday preceding the hurricane warning that we all experi- enced recently. She was visiting from New Mexico and was here on vacation when she said God sent her a message. She said that there would be another tsunami soon, and that I needed to tell everyone to pray in order to avoid disaster. I was in a meeting and did not get to speak to her personally, but my staff assured her that the county does everything in our power to warn people of any natural or man-made disasters. After speaking to her for a while, they thanked her for her time and wished her a pleasant stay for the remainder of her trip. I am not here to say whether she is wrong or right or whether I believe that God gave her a message. But I am here to say that we have had two tsunami warnings in two years and that we need to remain vigilant and that we need to stay prepared. And if you aren’t prepared, now is a good time to get started. Because if there is ever a better time to start preparing for the threat of disaster, it is right after one takes place. That’s because everything should be fresh on your mind right now as far as what went wrong and what went right for you and your family during this latest tsunami scare. Please indulge me by asking yourself these questions: - Did you have an emergency kit ready or did you have to scramble to put one together? - Did you already know whether you were in a tsunami inundation zone or did you have to look it up in the phone book again? - If you were in an inundation zone, did you designate somewhere to go to and plan on the best way to get there, or were you calling family and friends at the last minute? You get the picture. Look at what’s happening on the East Coast. Almost a hundred dead, millions without power and entire towns ripped apart. I’ve heard people say out there that these sirens ruined a good Halloween party for them, or that the evacuation was a waste of time. That attitude is not only wrong, but dangerous. We cannot afford to be complacent if we hear of another natural disaster heading our way. Take the time to prepare now. The prayers are up to you. Aloha and God Bless.

5 M.D. Minute

I wanted to express my gratitude to the many employees that came out to prepare, protect and secure our community on October 27th. It’s a call that none of us want to get, especially at the start of a Saturday night, but it’s one that was answered with speed, professionalism and commitment.

The most remarkable feat was that we were able to activate our critical staff, secure critical infrastructure and begin moving people to safety in a little under 2 hours. I personally witnessed the incredible teamwork and partnership that occurred between all agencies that were involved from government to private sector to non-profits and industry associations.

We were fortunate that the tsunami was not as severe as it potentially could have been. Regardless, we were prepared and ready to respond.

I recently had an opportunity to speak to a group of young adults and the discussion turned to the events of October 27th. The message that I continuously expressed to them was one of prepared- ness and heading warnings that come from Civil Defense. Truth be told, we were lucky. Living in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, surrounded by active earthquake regions, including active volcanos right here at home, we need to be ready because it’s not a matter of if but rather a matter of when.

Thank you again to all the County employees that kept our community safe and thank you for your sacrifices.

~ Keith A. Regan Managing Director

Film Office unveils new website The Maui County OED office the following: easy access for unveiled their new Maui County film producers to find crews, Film Office website on Septem- location, vendors; access ber 28. to maps, communities and general information for Maui After six months in the making, County; includes tax incen- the OED office is very excited tives, information on culture to show you this website which and history; and a bird’s-eye will transform our film indus- overview of Maui County. try here on Maui. The website, filmmaui.com, is a filmmaker’s For more information, contact portal created by the Maui Film Commissioner, Harry County Film Office to provide Donenfeld at 270-8237.

6 StairWELL decorated to encourage people to take stairs

The next time you go to the Ka- lana O Maui County Building, you might want to consider taking the stairs. That’s because it’s the only way to check out the cool murals that have been painted by county employees for the county building’s StairWELL Decorating Contest. Each county department was responsible for painting their floor’s stairwell with pretty colors, attrac- tive designs and/or motivational messages.

The contest was a part of Maui The Mayor’s Office’s mural on the 9th floor won 1st Place in the Most Beautiful County’s Health and Wellness category. initiative, as a way to give county workers and members of the public an incentive to develop health- ier habits such as walking instead of riding the elevator. County workers came in on their own time over the weekend to paint their stairwells, and afterwards had three independent artists judge their work. Congratulations to the following departments for artistry and inspiration: - 2nd place, Most Inspiring, De- partment of Personnel Services (6nd floor) - 2nd place, Most Beautiful, De- partment of Water Supply (5th The Department of Finance’s mural on the 2nd floor won 1st Place in the Most Inspira- floor) tional category. - 1st place, Most Inspiring, Depart- ment of Finance (2nd floor) - 1st place, Most Beautiful, Mayor’s Office (9th floor) The Mayor’s Office encourages people to check out some of the art work, and invites teachers, principals and parents to contact our office in order to arrange tours for students. Those interested can contact Kit Zulueta at 270-8299.

The Department of Environmental Management’s mural on the 3rd floor received a special award from Managing Director Keith Regan. 7 Kaunoa schedules a variety of events By GERI ONAGA Department of Personnel Services ‘Ukulele mas- You can join ter Roy Saku- Kaunoa in ma teaches at making the Kaunoa Holidays a little brighter ‘Ukulele master Roy Sakuma Get your halo and wife Kathy on! Kaunoa is shared wisdom again giving and instruction everyone an with an atten- opportunity tive, standing- to become a room-only class Holiday An- of eager stu- gel and make dents at Kaunoa this holiday last month. The season a little workshop was brighter for presented by some Meals on Maui Arts & Cultural Center heart pillows and 100 beauti- Wheels, Assisted Transporta- community outreach pro- fully crocheted/knitted infant tion and Nutrition Program gram, in conjunction with the caps to Maui Memorial Medi- participants. Visit the Angel Maui ‘Ukulele Festival. cal Center. The heart pillows Tree at Kaunoa’s Spreckles- add to the comfort of pa- ville location or call to select Ladies Of The Ahahui tients in the Heart and Vas- an Angel Wish from the tree. Ka’ahumanu Society cular Center and the colorful OR if your hobby is shopping, infant caps are very much ap- Toys for Tots are being col- The Ladies of preciated by new parents in lected at either Spreckelsville the Ahahui or West Maui locations: new, Ka’ahumanu unwrapped toys for boys and Society offered girls, age 0 – 12 years are wel- a week-long comed now through Decem- opportunity ber 5. Bring hope and cheer for Kaunoa’s to Maui’s children in need. seniors to attend a variety Kaunoa’s classes and activi- of Hawaiiana ties are open to everyone 55 classes at the and better. For a full listing of Spreckelsville events and opportunities, call center, humbly the Kaunoa offices at 270- sharing their 7308 or 661-9432 to receive knowledge the monthly newsletter. of Hawaiian history, culture helping to keep baby warm and the art of lei making. and content. Congrat- The week culminated in a ulations and Mahalo to stunning fashion show and a West Maui’s dedicated luncheon for participants. volunteers for helping make a difference in Spotlight on West Maui people’s lives. Volunteers! Kaunoa’s West Maui Senior Volunteers recently donated 50 handmade Hawaiian print 8 We are DEM! By KYLE GINOZA Department of Environmental Management This is the inaugural month for our attempt to reduce the tonnage of article. Each month we will try to municipal solid waste that goes to give insight into some of the de- the landfills. The County’s diversion partment initiatives and to show program includes typical recycling a handful of employee photos so activities related to cardboard, Colleen Chur Steve that you can put a name to a face newspaper, plastic, glass and met- Chief Parabicoli should you see them out and about als (handled primarily through Operations Water Recy- on the weekends. In this month’s the residential recycling dropbox Asst II cling Program article, we will describe the overall centers), composting of green Coordinator activities of the department. waste, sewage sludge, and fats, oils and grease, as well as other The Department of Environmental activities related to abandoned and Management is comprised of the derelict vehicles, scrap metal and Director’s Office and two operating white goods. Currently, over 30 divisions, the Solid Waste Division percent is diverted from landfills in (SWD) and the Wastewater Recla- the County. mation Division (WWRD). Kevin Souza Lena Mendez The WWRD consists of treatment Sewer Account Clerk The SWD consists of landfilling plant operations, collection system Maintenance operations, engineering, residen- operations, engineering, pretreat- Supervisor II tial refuse collection, and diversion ment (grease interceptor over- activities (recycling, abandoned sight), and recycled water opera- vehicles, scrap metal and white tions. goods). The WWRD operates and maintains There are four active County land- the County wastewater system con- fills in Maui County, namely the taining five treatment facilities, 42 Central Maui Landfill in Puunene, pump stations, approximately 210 the Hana Landfill, the Lana`i Land- miles of gravity sewer lines, and ap- Reggie Allyson Higa fill and the Moloka`i Landfill. Each proximately 24 miles of force mains Balidoy Clerk of the landfills is staffed by fellow in Maui County. The wastewater Tech Support County employees and is owned by program is self-funded, meaning Engineer the County. The purpose of a land- that sewer user fees pay for 100 (TA) fill is to properly dispose of munici- percent of costs with no general pal solid waste. Limited recycling fund subsidy. Recycled water is activities also occur at some of the an important component of the landfills. County wastewater system. Cur- rently, approximately 22 percent of The County also collects single wastewater received is reused for ir- family residential refuse through- rigation and dust control purposes. out many areas of the County. The residential refuse collected is then Households and establishments Rodney Les Chang transported by County trucks and not connected to the County Figueroa Refuse drivers to the respective landfill wastewater system are serviced Wailuku Collector for disposal. The County does via individual wastewater systems, Baseyard not service multi-family or com- such as cesspools and septic sys- Refuse Collec- mercial properties. These proper- tems. Property owners are solely tion Leader ties are serviced by private, non- responsible for the upkeep and County affiliated haulers, such as maintenance of these systems. The Maui Disposal, Aloha Waste, and State Department of Health, not WasteTec. Currently, residents may the County of Maui, maintains reg- also dispose of their trash in non- ulatory oversight of these systems. commercial vehicles at any of the County landfills at no cost. Next month’s article will specifically focus on recycled water operations John James Klask The County also engages in ac- in the County system. Stay tuned! Kalehuawehe Refuse tivities, also called diversion, that Refuse Collector Collector 9 Aging executive earns top honors By Jan Roberson Department of Housing & Human Concerns

This year the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging, Hawaii Pacific whose primary mission is to build the capacity of Gerontological the aging network in order to help older persons Society (HPGS) and persons with disabilities live with dignity and awarded Maui choices in their homes and communities for as County Execu- long as possible. tive on Aging Deborah Aren- “We are proud of the fact that Deb is well regard- dale its Govern- ed as a professional in the field of senior services ment Award nationwide,” said JoAnn Ridao, Director of Housing at the 17th and Human Concerns. “Because of her leadership, Biennial HPGS Maui County seniors and the disabled community Conference in are receiving cutting-edge programs and services.” Honolulu. Arendale was noted for implementing practices Arendale that energize and empower our community to received the meet social, health, and economic challenges an award for her aging population brings. work to im- Also the recipient of this year’s Department of prove elder care Housing and Human Concerns Manager of the services in Maui County. Under her leadership, Year award, Arendale has earned the respect and Arendale helped plan and implement the state’s admiration of her staff for her abilities in conflict first full functioning Aging and Disability Resource reduction and her vision to meet the changing de- Center, and she has guided the expansion of the mands of a growing aging population so that our Better Choices Better Health and other Healthy kupuna may age in place where they have lived Aging programs designed to help elders age in their lives and where they are most comfortable. place with the highest possible quality of life. A relative newcomer to the field of aging, Aren- “It’s easy to be regarded as an effective leader dale hails from a mental health background and when the entire team functions with great ef- Deputy Director of Housing and Human Concerns ficiency and effectiveness,” said Arendale upon Jan Shishido attributes Arendale’s success on her learning of the award. skills as a collaborator. “The MCOA staff members demonstrate consis- “Deb’s greatest skill is her ability to see a bigger tent passion and determination to make life better picture and nurture her staff so that they can for our seniors and individuals of all ages with dis- achieve their highest potential in service to the abilities,” she said. “An acknowledgement of one county,” said Shishido. member is truly an acknowledgement of the team as a whole.” For more information on aging programs and older adult services, or the Maui ADRC, call 270- On the national stage, Arendale is involved with 7755 or email [email protected]. policy making as a director on the board of the

10 SPOTLIGHT - Teena Rasmussen, Economic Development Director

From shaved ice to flowers, and now OED Compiled & Edited by CHERYL STERLING Mayor’s Office of Economic Development Q: Who Have Been The Major Influences in Your Life? Teena: My grand- mother taught me the Ten Command- ments. She was a deeply religious woman and her ethics are embed- ded in me. My mother was a clas- sical pianist, she gave me the love of music, art and culture. My Dad was an amazing business person and entre- preneur. When I was 8 years old, he set up a shaved ice business for my sister and me on the sidewalk in front talking to each other. I started out by telling of their store in Idaho. We did this every Satur- them the title to my story “Everything I Know day throughout the summer, until I turned 12. I About Business I Learned From Shaved Ice!” learned valuable lessons from that little shaved The minute I mentioned “shaved ice” everyone ice business, because he made us keep a journal looked up and I had them hooked! of our sales and expenses. Q: What’s the best compliment you ever re- I’ll never forget at the end of the first day of ceived and how did it affect you? sales, we had all this money. We were so excited and already dividing it up, but my Dad said Teena: That’s one of the most intriguing ques- “Wait a minute, you owe me for all the supplies tions I’ve ever been asked, it’s not something that I purchased to get you started – the ice, the you talk about… cups and syrup.” So he gave us the receipts and we had to pay him back. When my sister and I My parents had a friend who was a nurse at started dividing up the money again he said, Kula San for her entire career. After my father “No, wait a minute, you have to buy your sup- passed away, my mother had to be moved plies for next week!” In the end we had almost to the mainland for special care because she nothing left over! You can imagine what a valu- had Parkinson’s disease. After we did that, this able lesson it was. We realized you have to keep woman now in her 80’s, had lost two of her best putting money aside and invest it back in your friends, she had recently lost her ability to drive, business. and she was very depressed. When I started my position at OED, I had an So I called her up one day and said “I bought 2 opportunity to speak to a Jr. Achievement class. tickets to the Brothers Cazimero and I’m going The kids saw this lady in a suit and they weren’t paying attention, looking at their phones and See RASMUSSEN on next page 11 RASMUSSEN from previous page became responsible for all the farming and the employees who worked out- side, and I became responsible for the inside business, processing, and shipping. From that time on, we discussed problems together, but were responsible for making the decisions for our area. That has worked for 33 years. Our daughters, Andrea and Erica, came back (to Maui) and are working in our business that’s now poised to go to the third generation. Q: As a second generation farmer who’s found success to pick you up for a night on the town!” She got in agriculture, how all dressed up and I took her out to dinner and would you encourage the next generation to the concert. She was just overjoyed the entire consider becoming farmers on Maui? time and thanked me profusely. The next day she called and said “I want you to know what Teena: I would first tell them they need to get you did for me last night. You taught me that an education. It doesn’t have to be in agricul- I can still enjoy life.” That really impacted me. I ture, but getting an education opens your mind. realized it’s so simple to do these things for the You learn to look at the real facts. You can’t get special people in our lives, but how easy it is to emotional about everything and you have to forget to make the effort. make decisions based on logic, science and re- search. Secondly, go work on a farm before you Q: What is it like to work with your entire family try to start one. That’s what we did by working in a family business? for my parents for a year. Once you have a clear picture of what kind of farming you want to do, Teena: Craig and I were high school sweet- there are resources in our community to help hearts and we married when I was 20. I was you find a way to start a farm. still in college and he’d just graduated with a degree in Botany. We came from Idaho to work Q: Do you have any comment on where farm- on Maui for a summer on my Dad’s new flower ing is headed on Maui? farm. We fell in love with Maui and never moved back. Teena: I feel there is tremendous opportunity for small family niche farms. There is vacant Working with my Dad was like being back home land all over Kula, Haiku, and West Maui. People in high school. As partners it didn’t work out be- are becoming more mindful of where our food cause my parents were in retirement mode and is coming from and they want to buy food that this was a hobby farm, while Craig and I were is locally grown. just starting and wanted to go after more. After a year of working with them, we started Para- Q: After your success in business, what made dise Flower Farms on two acres in Kula in 1979. you come work for the County & OED? Once we went out on our own, my father was great. He was there for us and advised us. Teena: We’d had our family business for 33 years and gone through hurricanes, floods, After starting our own farm, working with my droughts, horrible downturns of economy, husband was total chaos because I was in his labor shortages, and a United Airlines strike that realm and he was in mine and we didn’t agree caused us to dump truckloads of flowers be- on anything. After that, we realized if we were cause no flights were coming to Maui. Over the going to have our marriage and company survive, we had to separate our duties. So he See RASMUSSEN on next page

12 RASMUSSEN from previous page years, through this adversity, we had managed filmmaui.com. It will become an invaluable tool to keep our business successful. This business for building our film industry. experience coupled with all the experience I had gained by serving on two state boards, a federal I’m also exceptionally proud of the innovation board, and the UH Board of Regents, I felt I had this office has shown in the renewable energy something more to offer. arena. Through the leadership of Doug McLeod, our energy commissioner, we have forged new Soon after Mayor Alan Arakawa was elected, ground that will not only make the county more I saw a press release seeking applicants for his efficient with its electricity use, but we are help- administration. I went down with my resume in ing to shape the huge energy projects, wind, hand, talked with the Mayor, and several weeks cable, solar farms etc. These policies will have later was offered this position. long lasting effects. At the end of the day, that is the most we can hope for, that we leave our Q: As the OED director for almost 2 years, what positions having left a lasting impact for Maui. are your proudest achievements so far? Q: The Lost Boys remind Peter Pan to think of Teena: First I would say our involvement with his happy thought in order to fly. What is that our grantees has been very pro-active. We have thought of inspiration for you? spent a great deal of time with them discussing how they can make their events and programs Teena: The days I’ve been the most jazzed better and more self sufficient. We are always -ex about what we do here are those days when our plaining that these funds come from taxpayers, team has completed weeks and months of work, and they have a moral obligation to make sure planning, meetings, and details for multiple it is used in the best way possible to help our projects–and they all converge successfully to- economy in Maui County. gether. We share in each other’s success and we are a team moving in the same direction. Those Second, I am very proud that through the help are the days that make all the long, hard hours of IT Services, our OED film office has been able worth it. Those are the days I go home satisfied. to build and complete our new website www. A report on parks By SUE KIANG & JERRIE SHEPPARD The Parks & Recre- KPAT conducts ation Department was monthly walks fortunate to partici- through Kalama Park, pate in the NRPA 2012 looking for issues conference held last that may require month. This confer- additional attention. ence highlighted When maintenance several aspects of or safety issues are Parks and Recreation noted, Parks is noti- on a national level. fied and responds. If Some of the common security or miscon- themes expressed duct issues are noted, by other Counties at this conference were: Police are notified and respond. Increased Community Partnerships, Decreased Budgets, Doing More with Less, Volunteerism On October 5, several KPAT members painted Increase, Marketing and Branding importance, the quaint bridge which is such a visible feature Professional Development needs, Coping with in the park. Parks provided the paint, KPAT Changing Management, Inclusion Practices and the workers, brushes, trays, and rollers. It only Principles and Health and Safety Training needs. took about 1 and 1/2 hours to transform the bridge! KPAT volunteers also work to keep the The Kalama Park Action Team (KPAT), which Whale landmark in the Park clean, and decorate includes local residents and a number of county it during holidays. KPAT volunteers can often be employees, has been working in partnership found fishing trash out of the drainage ditch in with Parks, Police and Prosecutors for 8 years to the center of the Park. make Kalama Park a safe, clean, beautiful, invit- ing, user friendly gathering place through com- For more information on KPAT, contact Deputy munity involvement, projects and advocacy. Prosecuting Attorney Jerrie Sheppard at jerrie. [email protected]. 13 Fire Chief promotes 4 members to captain By LEE MAINAGA Department of Fire & Public Safety Maui Fire Department Fire Fire Fighter III Shawn Rog- Chief Jeffrey A. Murray ers, a 13 ½ year veteran proudly promoted 4 mem- will promote to the rank bers of the department to of Fire Captain and will be the rank of Captain. Their assigned to the “B” Watch at promotions were made ef- the Hoolehua Fire Station on fective on November 1. Molokai. FF Rogers joined the department on May 3, Fire Fighter III Bram Den- 1999 spending 6 years as a haan, a 19-year veteran FFI on L-3 Lahaina. Shawn will promote to the rank was promoted to a FFII and of Fire Captain and will be assigned to R-10 Kahului assigned to the “A” Watch at for 1 ½ years. He was then the Hoolehua Fire Station promoted to a FFIII and assigned to the Pukoo fire on Molokai. FF Denhaan joined the department Station for 6 months before being reassigned to L-3 on March 1, 1994, as a FFI at E-11 Napili for 1 year Lahaina for the last 5 years. and at E-6 Kihei for 6 years. Bram was promoted to a FFII and assigned to R-10 Kahului for 5 years. He Fire Fighter III Geoffrey was then promoted to FFIII spending 1 ½ years in Bogar, an 18 year veteran the Training Bureau and on Tanker-10 Kahului for will promote to the rank 6 months and L-14 Wailea for the last 5 years. He is of Fire Captain and is also a CPR/1st Responder and CERT (community awaiting his assignment. emergency response team) instructor. FF Bogar joined the department on November Fire Fighter III Lee The- 16, 1994. As a FFI he has ros, a 15 year veteran will spent 2 years at E-6 Kihei, promote to the rank of Fire 4 years at E-3 Lahaina and Captain and will be as- 3 years at L-3 Lahaina. signed to the “B” Watch at Geoff was promoted to the Kaunakakai Fire Sta- FFII and assigned to R-10 tion on Molokai. FF Theros for 2 years. Promoted to a joined the department on FFIII, he spent 1 year at E-14 Wailea, 1 year at T-8 La- August 1, 1997, as a FFI at nai, 2 years at E-3 Lahaina, and is currently assigned E-4 Kaunakakai for 2 years to R-10. and at L-3 Lahaina for 6 years 9 months. Lee was Congratulations go out to these men who have promoted to a FFIII where worked very hard to reach this point in the ad- he was assigned to the vancement of their careers. The department as Tanker at Kaunakakai for 8 well as the community will benefit greatly from the months and Ladder 3 for the last 6 years. training and experience these men will bring into their new leadership positions.

NEWSLETTER STAFF Editor: Lynn Araki-Regan Dana Acosta Tanya Lopes Sarah Shim Rod Antone Lee Mainaga Dianne Shimizu Robynne Fukunaga Doug McLeod Ron Steben Kyle Ginoza Geri Onaga Cheryl Sterling Nadine Gomes Karin Phaneuf Jacky Takakura Agnes Hayashi Ryan Piros Jo-Anne Tanaka Guy Hironaka Keith Regan Dee Dee Thyssen Tiffany Iida Jan Roberson Jamie Wakamatsu Sue Kiang Jerrie Sheppard Kit Zulueta

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14 “Besides your family, friends and health, Poll: what are you most thankful for?”

Cheryl Sterling: “No fracking or Editha Pendleton: “LIFE. ;-)” Stanley Akoi: “Thankful for being offshore drilling in Hawai’i.” a Parks and Recreation employee. Lisa Kahuhu: “For the love of God I can share the responsibility to Alan Arakawa: “I’m thankful for and for each new day given us.” maintain a clean, beautiful, and living on the best island in the safe Recreation facilities and a fun world and for the opportunity to Keith Regan: “I’m thankful for all and safe environment for all to serve as mayor of Maui County.” of the hardworking county em- enjoy. and participate in our Youth ployees who always come out to and Senior’s programs that can Tracy Jones: “My job--I have the help with emergency situations re- have a lasting and meaningful ef- best boss in the world and a loving gardless of the day or time; they’re fect on their lives.” work-family! “ always there.” Myles Padron: “Aside Cole Santos: “I’m thank- from the TOP 3, I am ful when it rains.“ thankful that all the Major Events for: Special Taskie Hoopii: “Thank Olympics, Cub Scouting, GOD for South Side girl’s Soft-Ball, JESUS that the world has Hula Halau and Emer- hope for eternal life.” gency Traffic Call Out Shift; are either Winding Boyd Franklin: “Teach- Down or Done. Now ers.” I can have more Beer (oops!). . .eerrrr. . .I mean Denny Schwind: “Work- more DEAR time (yeah ing for Maui County.” that’s it), during PRIME TIME. Ha, ha.” Rod Antone: “That the tsunami warning lasted Leslie Hondo: “I am five hours instead of 12 most thankful for being this time.” able to work with the most wonderful staff in Hana Steel: “I’m thank- Zeke Kalua,: “I’m thankful for the motivation I see every the County of Maui. I feel ful for the team I work morning before I come to work .” so Blessed to be a part of with every day and the The Wastewater, Central opportunity to make these islands Audie Pascual: “The Lord, Jesus Maintenance Team. Including our even better because of the work Christ for his wonderful blessings. Clerk and Managers, I feel our team we do. “ With a strong FAITH and a POSITIVE of Electricians, Techs, and Mechan- ATTITUDE, God can change one ics are the most skilled and profes- Melinda Fletcher-Sistar: “My heart at a time.” sional group of workers the County awesome boss!!!” has. Thanks all of you!” Brian Hashiro: “I am thankful that Jerrie Sheppard: “Freedom!” parents of Scouting age children, Billjohn Medeiros: “I am thankful allow their children to participate for all the sustaining blessings from Jeffery Temas: “The opportunity in the many activities that the Boy God, our creator, for this beautiful to serve the Maui County Commu- Scouting program offers and even and sustainable place we live in, nity as a deputy prosecuting attor- more thankful that these parents Hawai’i, and for my job provided to ney, in hopes of making a positive take back their children at the end me by Mayor Arakawa that sustains difference.” of each activity. :-)” my family.” Victoria Constantino: “I am most John Buck: “The opportunity Agnes Hayashi: “This Thanksgiv- thankful for Gods Love, His Grace to work with the Mayor, my col- ing 2012 I am especially grateful. and His Mercy that he has shown leagues and others in the Mayor’s I am abundantly blessed to have me and my family through out our Office as we provide support and celebrated my 25th wedding an- lifetime. That in all our trails and service to our constituents.” niversary this past August!!!” tribulations he has always been there to lift us up and provide our Stanley Solamillo: “LIFE!” every need.” 15 Water workshop held on Moloka`i By ROLAND PRIETO Mayor’s Office of Economic Development The Office of Mele Carroll, Economic Devel- Senator Clar- opment’s Work- ence Nishi- force Develop- hara, the Chair ment Program, in of the Senate partnership with Committee on the Hawaii State Agriculture, Department of Volunteer Labor and Indus- Governor’s trial Relations’ Representative Workforce Devel- for Moloka’i opment Division Beverly Maui Branch, Pauole- presented a Moore, and Water Educa- Ella Alcon, tion: Know Your Moloka’i staff Water, Know Your Responsibilities workshop on for Council Chair Danny Mateo. October 26 in Hoolehua, Moloka’i. The workshop was organized by Lynn DeCoite of L&R Farm Ent The training workshop is being conducted to LLC, Alton Arakaki and Jennifer Hawkins of the address a high priority training need on water University of Hawaii’s College of Tropical Agricul- conservation and management for farmers using ture and Human Resources. There were about the Moloka’i Irrigation System (MIS). Training for 80 participants in attendance which included this priority will be accomplished through two local farmers, representatives from agencies such sessions: Part 1 - Education and Information, and as the State Department of Agriculture, State Part 2 –On-Site Field Day Demonstration (Date Department of Land and Natural Resources, the TBD). The workshop series is a result of the Maui Commission on Water Resource Management, Agriculture Skills Panel Conference held on June Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, and the 7 and is being funded by the State Energy Sector Native Hawaiian Legal Corporation. Also in at- Partnership (SESP) Grant. tendance were State House Representative County solar activity heats up in Kihei By DOUG MCLEOD Mayor’s Office of Economic Development If you visit the pool at the Kihei Aquatic Center, mounted pv system on Maui, with 3,682 Bosch you will see that half of the parking lot is under solar panels providing approximately 900kW. construction. The project involves carport photo- More than 20 local construction workers are cur- voltaic (pv) systems that will provide renewable rently employed building this system, which is energy for on site use, and shade for the public. funded by Bosch through the PPA. It is the first large carport pv project on Maui, and we expect it will soon be followed by others. The Wastewater Reclamation Division, headed by Eric Nakagawa, has been a leader in energy The Kihei Aquatic Carport pv project will pro- efficiency for a long time. They are also the vide a maximum of 132,000 watts of power (132 leader in implementing solar energy within the kWh) from 550 Bosch solar panels. The project County. In calendar 2012 alone the WWRD will is funded by Bosch under their Power Purchase have installed more solar pv at the Kihei and La- Agreement (PPA) with the County and the Coun- haina WWTFs (1.5 million watts, or 1.5 MW). than ty energy program expect it to immediately start was stalled on the entire island in the seven year saving money for the County upon completion. period from 2000-2007.

Harder to see from the highway, but even more It is currently estimated that Bosch will spend in important in terms of saving money, is the pv excess of $ 11 million installing solar pv at 12 dif- project at the Kihei Waste Waste Treatment ferent County facilities. Facility (WWTF). This will be the largest ground 16 Because Family Caregivers Matter By JAN ROBERSON Department of Housing & Human Concerns

The Maui County Office on Aging is pleased to “We ei- announce it will sponsor its 11th Annual Family ther are a Caregivers Conference from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., caregiver, on Wednesday, November 14, at the Maui Arts will be a and Cultural Center. caregiver or have been The event is designed to educate and support a caregiver,” family caregivers, which ties into this year’s said con- theme, Family Caregivers Matter! The keynote ference address will feature Lisa Rosenberg, MD, who coordina- will discuss how to identify and reduce risks for tor Norma falls among older adults. Rosenberg is a board- Circle, para- certified geriatrician who also holds certifications phrasing in geriatric medicine, internal medicine, and Josefina hospice and palliative medicine. Carbonell, third As- The Oahu Senior Medical Patrol Drama Club will sistant Secretary for Aging at the Administration perform special vignettes to illustrate Medicare on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human and Medicaid fraud scenarios. Conference work- Services. shops will cover topical issues, including: • Who gets Tutu’s Handmade Quilt?, with “This event honors caregivers and assists them Health Greenwood, MS, Intergenerational Pro- by providing a wealth of information, exhibits gram, University of Hawaii and presentations by specialists in aging issues.” • Alzheimer’s—Dementia or Normal Aging, with Elaine Slavinsky, MPH, MEd, RN The conference registration fee of $15 for seniors, • Depression, Substance Use and the Older caregivers and students and $25 for profession- Adult, with Sue Stone LMHC, CSAC, Mental als includes exhibits, workshops, door prizes, Illness and Substance Abuse Coordinator, Adult Continental breakfast, lunch, materials and Mental Health Center activities. Scholarships are available from Maui • Strength, Balance and Mobility Tips for County Office on Aging, and for Native Hawai- Caregivers, with Lisa Gregoire, DPT and Terri ians from Alu Like. Driesel, PT, Premiere Physical Therapy • Legal Issues for Caregivers, with Kristina To register send name, agency affiliation if any, Toshikiyo, Esq., Legal Aid Society of Hawaii address, phone, email and payment to the Maui • Everything You Wanted to Know about County Office on Aging, 2200 Main Street, Suite Death and Funeral Planning (But were Afraid to 547, Wailuku, HI 96793. Ask), with Burt Freeland, VP, Ballard Family Mortu- aries For more information, call event coordinator Norma Circle at 270-7755.

17 Let’s Get Healthy! In early 2011, Maui County Mayor Alan Arakawa and Managing Director Keith Regan, serious about good health, announced the creation of the County of Maui’s Health & Wellness Program, the goal of which is to improve the health and well-being of County of Maui employees’ lives through health education and activities that will support positive lifestyle change thereby resulting in improved employee productivity and morale and healthcare cost savings for the County of Maui.

DON’T FORGET! Walking on Wednesdays- Wednesdays at noon. Join Managing Director Keith Regan in a 30-minute walk. Location varies each week. For more information, call Tiffany Iida at 270-7211.

On Wednesday October 17, UH Maui College came to the Mayor’s Conference Room and gave County Employees and their families Flu Shots. There were a total of 56 participants. Denise Cohen PhDc, APRN-RX, FNP-BC Associate Professor of Nursing Allied Health Co-Chair University of Hawaii-Maui College, brought 3 Student Nurses who are getting their degree. They are Rikki Kaia, Jessica Cordeiro and Mandy Pascua. Also, Krystle Buenafe from the nursing program assisted with the paperwork.

Healthy Eating Corner

At the wonderful suggestion of Sarah Shim of the Department of Housing & Human Concerns, The High Street Journal will feature a healthy recipe each month. SWEET ONION SPREAD Serves 12 2 Sweet onions, minced 1 ½ Cup shredded Parmesan Cheese, divided 1 Cup Mayonnaise (Lite) 1 Cup Sour Cream (Lite) 1 Tablespoon dill weed, divided Blend onions, one cup Parmesan Cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream and 2 ½ teaspoons dill weed together until well blended; spoon mixture into 2 ungreased 9” glass pie pans. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and dill weed; bake at 325 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden. Serve warm on crusty baguette slices.

18 Managing Director celebrates yakudoshi Japanese and even added an appropriate accent. Our honorable Mayor Arakawa took a more for- mal approach and offered a distinguished toast with genuine pride and sincerity to his Second- in-Command. The program also included performances by talented, savvy vocalists - Coun- cilmembers Gladys Baisa

and G. Riki Hokama, The evening of Saturday, October 20, was a won- Public Works Deputy derfully entertaining evening for all who attend- Rowena Andaya, ed Maui County’s own Managing Director Keith Environmental Man- Regan’s Yakudoshi Birthday bash held at the agement’s Sharon Maui Beach Hotel Elleair Ballroom. With over 150 Zalsos, and Executive in attendance, the ballroom was packed with family, friends and distinguished guests which included the honorable Mayor Alan Arakawa and members of the Maui County Council. Yakudoshi is a Japanese custom that is very popular in Hawai`i and well-known to the Ameri- cans of Japanese ancestry here in the islands. Al- though not of Japanese ancestry (nor of Hawai`i roots), it is a well-known fact of Keith’s love, regard and respect for the culture. Hence, it was of no big surprise, when wife, Lynn Araki-Regan, began planning for this important celebration for her husband. Assistant Mike Molina Considered to be a year of “calamity” and mis- – which was also enjoyed fortune, the 41st birthday for the Japanese man by all. A beautiful duet “My Special Angel” was is celebrated with a party to help remove and also performed by Keith and Lynn, with back- ward off any unhappiness (according to the ground accompaniment by Mayor, and Council- Encyclopedia members Mike Victorino, Joe Pontanilla, Riki of Shinto). This Hokama and Don Couch. party certainly met that objec- tive!! Almost immediately, the guests could tell what was in store when the fun-filled evening began with the tradi- tional banzai by Environmental Management Director Kyle Ginoza. Im- pressively, Kyle executed the banzai fluently in See REGAN on next page 19 REGAN from previous page orable Governor Ben Cayetano. To Dave A very poignant part of the program was a video Taylor….know that it is depicting Keith’s childhood years growing up, ac- not the prestigious de- complishments, his meeting Lynn and their wed- grees that matter and ding, the premature birth of their son Riley, com- alphabets after one’s munity service and volunteer activities, and then to name, but the ability top it off, the video included interviews of friends, and intelligence to do the work (and yes, everyone still remembers that the Vehicle Policy was Dave’s assignment in the previous term, but it was too challeng- ing for Dave and he could not complete it)….however, the Regan’s are still extending their invitation to Dave to their home for Thanksgiving dinner, and lastly to Councilmember Baisa…thank you for the kind words! Yes, it was definitely a Yakudoshi his parents-in-law (Fred and Ann Araki), and his celebration parents (Dan and Patricia Regan) – all sharing to remem- their pride, love and heartfelt best wishes for Keith. ber; with The high- laughter light and and joy probably resonating most en- throughout tertaining the eve- part of the ning, this Yakudoshi celebration can only set the evening stage for an auspicious year for Keith. were the roasts given by “suppos- edly” close friends - Councilmem- ber Baisa, Mayor Chief of Staff Herman Andaya and Department of Water Supply Director Dave Taylor. With their roasts revealing embarrassing personal experiences and intimate secrets, and poking fun (sometimes cruelly) at unmentionables, the guests all now had a better appreciation of Keith if they did Thank you Lynn, Riley not know and the Araki and Regan him that ohanas for sharing such a intimately special occasion with all of already! us. And most especially…. Of course, Happy birthday Keith! May Keith took this Yakudoshi year bring it all good you only an abundance naturedly…and after all, he does have the final say: of blessings of peace, joy, To closest BFF Herman Andaya, he clarifies that much success and the best it is wishful thinking on Herman’s part that in 20 of health!! years he will age as handsomely as the former hon- 20 “Kupaianaha Blessings of Life” By Tiffany Iida Department of Management We are each so fortunate to have such wonderful on September 17, 2012 as a Laborer II. Patrick is a people in our lives, friends, co-workers, loved ones Lawai’a (fisherman) first and foremost, but never that play a significant part and are important to us. forgets his passion for hunting. He comes from the Our lives would certainly not be the same without Kaina/Waikiki lineage, and he is the youngest of six them. The High Street Journal wishes to share our children. A great big welcome to Patrick from the employees’ good news, be able to get to know Public Works Department! each other better and spread these small, but pre- cious joys that add spark to our lives. Efren Riglos This section of our newsletter is your place….to retired from share special moments – whether big or small – the Finance and give those well-deserved “ho’omaika’i” to these Department/ people in your life. It’s your stories to share your Accounts own special moment or that of someone special Division on to you, to express gratitude, praise and/or share August 31. the simple but abundant joy it has brought to your Efren retired life, that which is truly the blessings of life! Please after giving enjoy the following submissions as written and 38 years of provided by your fellow employees of the County. service to the County The Wailuku High- of Maui. ways Base yard of Dee Dee Thyssen, Secretary to Finance Director the Department of Danny Agsalog stated, “Efren was always reading Public Works has The Maui News in the lunch room before anyone a new employee, came to work. So we will miss seeing him sitting Kaeo L. Tom, who there to give us the headlines on the most interest- was hired on Octo- ing stories in the paper. Efren always was willing ber 1, as a Laborer to help others and made a lot of people laugh with II. He was “appre- his comments or stories. One of the things that hended” from the Efren is going to do now that he is retired, is to Police Department start cooking the meals. We will all miss him very where he worked much.” Congratulations Efren and don’t forget to for 2-years as a Mo- drop off some of the meals you start cooking!!! tor pool attendant. His duties were refueling, washing and detailing Mercedes Huebot- the vehicles operated by the department. Kaeo is ter, an Accountant a 2011 Baldwin High School graduate. He loves all III with the Finance types of music, and his favorite pastimes are lifting Department/Accounts weights, and tending to his two Staffordshire Bull Division was married Terriers, a male named Choco and a female named to Jeffrey Huebot- Maui. Kaeo believes in taking good care of himself ter on September 6, and that goes for the dogs, too. All three run and at 12:00 p.m. on her walk together for added exercise. Kaeo has been lunch break. Dee busy lately because of the four recently arrived Dee Thyssen said, puppies from Choco and Maui. “Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey & Mer- The Hana cedes Huebotter. She Base yard of never told anyone that the Public she was going to get Works High- married on her lunch ways Division break. To our surprise, added a new she returns as Mrs. employee to Mercedes Huebotter.” their crew, Her husband has two Patrick Kai- nicknames for her, Honey ko (my honey) or wifey. na, who be- Wow!!! Now that is one way to enjoy your lunch gan working break!!! Congratulations once again to the newly- 21 weds!!! Dustin D. Metzler Jr. a.k.a. “DJ”, son of Sharon Rene Zalsos with the Depart- Kawachi ment of Environmental retired on Management partici- Septem- pated on his very first ber 30, Karate Tournament on 2012 from October 21, hosted by the DMVL/ the Maui Karate Asso- Fiscal divi- ciation. Sharon said, “DJ sion in the did his very best and Finance did his mama proud! Depart- Congratulations also to ment after Sensei Deron Furuka- 10 years wa, Senpai Kit Zulueta of service (Office of the Mayor), Senpai Stephanie Metzler with the and the entire MKA for a successful tournament!” County of Maui. Dee Dee Thyssen stated, “Rene The Maui Karate Association hosted the tourna- was an exceptional woman. She always was a ment and the participants of the neighbor islands person who took care of things and was so help- for the entire weekend. ful to others.” During her retirement she will be relaxing, and taking care of her grandson. When On Oc- presented her Certificate of Appreciation from tober 22, Mayor Alan Arakawa, Rene told Mayor, “Thank Raynard you for helping us with our benefits, it has helped Oshiro, me to be at ease and comfortable to retire with- Public out worries”. According to Dee Dee Thyssen, Rene Works Su- never thought she would have an opportunity pervisor to express her thoughts to the Mayor. Rene will II rescued be truly missed by her co-workers at DMVL. Con- a Hawai- gratulations Renee and enjoy your retirement and ian Petrel time with your grandson. (Ua’u) at the Wai- On July 3, Katherine Yamashita was married to luku Base Ryan Williams at the Wayferer’s Chapel in Palos yard. After Verdes, CA. Katherine is the daughter of David Ray discovered the Ua’u, he contacted DLNR and Yamashita (Planning Supervisor with the Long- they sent over a Wildlife Biologist, Fern Duvall, Range Division, Dept. of Planning) and Robin Ya- to retrieve the endangered bird. According to mashita. The wedding and reception were great Fern, the bird was in good condition and would be fun and were attended by family from Hawaii, released. Thank goodness savior, Ray, was there Florida, before Mr. Kitty! Attached is a photo of the Ua’u and that Ray rescued. Oregon. According Lilinoe Elam-Fonohema, to David, daughter of Lindsay Elam, “Ryan is a DHHC, Kaunoa Senior Ser- great guy, vice won 1st place in West a won- Maui Lions Club annual derful Halloween party costume addition contest. Lilinoe wore her to our homemade “Sweet and ohana, Dandy” cotton candy cos- and tume. The party was on Oc- everyone tober 21, 2012 and the kids loves him. had a great time dancing, It’s been quite a year for Katie and Ryan as they eating, carving pumpkins purchased a house last year and now they’re mar- and winning tons of prizes. ried. Robin and I are very lucky - life is good!“ The Thank you West Maui Lions photo shows (left to right) son Michael, my wife Club for hosting the Hal- Robin, Katherine, Ryan, and David. loween Party and Congrat- ulations to Lilinoe!!!

22 Congratula- thony Arakaki (CDBG Director), treasurer. Anne tions to Tye Diola is the outgoing president and will be serv- Perdido, son ing on the Kiwanis Club of the Valley Isle 2012- of Holly Per- 2013 board, along with Jan Shishido, Vanessa dido of the Kina, Kristin Yamasaki, and Emily Bartow. Water Depart- ment, Fiscal Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers Division. On dedicated to changing the world, one child and Friday, October one community at a time. The Valley Isle Kiwanis 26, Tye and his Club sponsors various projects throughout the fellow recruits year, including its annual Project Backpack and graduated as Valley Isle Keiki Fest. the 29th recruit class for the The Ho- Fire Depart- nolulu ment. Tye was District of honored with the United the Outstanding Skills Award for the State and States will be working for the State at the Kahului Air- Army port Fire Department. There were 11 County and Corps of 11 State recruits that graduated on October 26th. Engineers Congratulations to all the graduates. (USACE) presented Congratulations to The Kiwanis Club of the Valley the Fiscal Isle for chartering the first-ever Key Club within Year 2012 the Boys & Girls Club in Hawaii and the recent in- Best Main- stallation of its Key Club and Kiwanis officers and tained directors held at the Boys & Girls Club of Wailuku Project on Oct. 29. Award to the County of Maui, Depart- ment of Public Works Highways Division for the Iao Stream Flood Control Project. USACE recognized the exem- plary effort of the County at the 2012 Overseers & Superintendent’s Conference hosted by the County of Kauai. Receiving the award is High- ways Wailuku District Supervisor Raynard Oshiro.

Installed by Kiwanis Division 22’s Past Distin- guished Lieutenant Governor Keith Regan (Managing Director), the new Key Club officers are: Briley Akina, president; Mason Aquino, vice-president; Janelle Mackiewicz, secretary; and Leiana Boyce-Galase, treasurer. Also installed by Regan were the incoming Kiwanis Club of the Valley Isle officers: Allen Shishido (retired from the Department of Parks The Group Photo (l to r): USACE Civil Engineer and Recreation and husband of Housing & Hu- Jessica Wiggs, USACE Inspector Dan Meyers, man Concerns’ Deputy Director Jan Shishido), Wailuku District Supervisor Raynard Oshiro, president; Eric Shimada, vice-president/presi- Department of Public Works Director David dent-elect; Shari Yamamoto, secretary; and An- Goode, Highways Division Chief Brian Hashiro,

23 USACE Levee Safety Program Manager Lincoln Makawao Elementary School and her assistant Gayagas. coach is Kealii Molina. Ann’s husband, Retired Sergeant Eugene Saffery, volunteers every year Joy at the MIL Cheer Competitions. Stacey comment- Cordero,Housing ed that without volunteers like the Saffery’s, there Clerk of the De- would not be these competitions. She also stated partment of Hous- that Maui High School did an amazing job hosting and Human ing the event. Good luck to the Maui teams at the Concerns, Housing state championship! Division and her husband Jessie Cordero wanted to Tiffany Iida of the share their excite- Department of Man- ment of their son, agement would like David Cordero, be- to wish her daughter ing named Home- Victoria a Happy 1st coming King for the Birthday. Victoria Maui High School turned one (1) on Homecoming. Da- October 24, 2012 and vid, a Senior at Maui High School is their third son had her 1st Birthday and he has two brothers and a sister. “Congratu- party on November lations, David, we’re proud and blessed by you.” 3. There were many Joy also wanted to share this personal quote, friends and family Matthew 5:16 NIV “In the same way, let your light in attendance. She shine before men, that they may see your good had jumping castles, deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” pony rides and other activities to keep her Stacey Shibao of the Department of Housing friends busy. How- and Human Concerns, Senior Services is not only ever, Victoria’s high- dedicated to her job, but enjoys working with light was having Hello Kitty and Mayor and Mrs. our senior community in West Maui at the Kau- Arakawa at her party. Happy Birthday Victoria!!! noa West Maui Senior Center. On her free time, she and her family support many different youth Ciara Moanikealaokalauae Rodrigues, com- activities. One of which she is the Head Coach for. pleted her Masters program at University of Las Stacey, along with her niece Nohealani Ralar, Vegas Nevada with a degree in Clinical and Men- coaches the Lahainaluna High School Cheerlead- tal Health Counseling. She is a graduate of King Kekaulike High School 2005, also attended Maui Com- munity college for her Associ- ates, con- tinued to UNLV where she received her Bachelors degree in Psychology. Her parents are Adrienne Kawano ing Squad. On November 3, there was a Maui (Finance Department) and Warren Rodrigues. Interscholastic League Cheerleading Competition She has one brother Cullen Kawano (Liquor Con- held at the Maui High School Gymnasium. On trol). Ciara’s grandparents were Council member that date, Lahainaluna took second place and Patrick Kawano and Puanani Kawano (Water along with the first place team, Kamehameha Department). Her family is very proud of her ac- School, they will be going to the HSAA 2012 complishments and wishes her the best in acquir- Zippy’s State Cheerleading Championship on ing employment and being able to use her skills November 17, at the Neil Blaisdell Center. The to help people in our community. Kamehameha School Coach is Ann Saffery of 24 County employees indeed have Halloween spirit!

Donna Nunes was the winner of the Housing Di- vision’s booth contest and won $30 (cash prize). Housing Division’s 2nd prize went to Luana Kele (Finance Tina Krau is the winner of the costume contest Factors umbrella) and 3rd prize went to Coreen Nater (Fi- as the “Zombee” and won $30 (cash prize). Cash nance Factors umbrella). prizes were donated by Wayde Oshiro and Milton Ito

Housing Division’s 2nd prize went to Coreen Na- ter (beautiful shopping bag donated by Finance Factors - Kahului) and 3rd prize went to Joy Cordero (foldable blanket with pouch donated by Maui County FCU) The Housing / Section 8 Division

Thank you to Bistro Manila for donating the $50 worth of food certificates!

All dressed up in the Finance Department are Carolyn Franklin, Dawn Matney, Grace Komoda, Carrie Alexander, Rose Baclaan, Ashley How- ard, Lisa Garcia, Melvina Kanaha, and Ryvette Figueroa. 25 more Halloween spirit!

Top row: Debra Hayase, Victoria Constantino, Gail Fujiwara, Eleonor Carlos-Galapon, Dee Dee Thyssen, Sutji Gunter, Erica Kokalis-Fernandez, Adrienne Kawano. Bottom row: Mercedes Huebotter, Robin Arita-Chang Maui County Office on Aging Staff Jan Roberson wrote this poem: Arggghhh! Pirates We Be! We’re coming to get your booty and bury yee! We’ll be lookin’ for yas, high, low and inbetween so better beware this Halloween!!!!

Maui County Product Enrichment Program 2012

Please contact event organizers for more information, subject to change.

Wailuku First Fridays November 2 & December 7, 6 – 9 pm Market Street, Wailuku Enjoy live music, food, shopping, and fun around the historic town; celebrating 5 years of First Fridays in November, and a Christmas parade and holiday activities in December. Info: (808) 878‐1888 or www.facebook.com/WailukuFirstFriday Photo: Lois Whitney

Man, Woman and Nature: Restoring the Balance – Food Security November 15, 6 pm Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului The series explores food security in Hawai`i, which imports 85% of its food supply in spite of year round growing conditions. This timely discussion will be held between Karen Washington, a NYC community gardener, and East Maui taro farmer John Lind. Info: (808) 242‐7469 or www.alakukui.org

The Wizard of Oz November 23 ‐ December 9 Iao Theater, Wailuku Maui OnStage presents this favorite family musical directed by Alexis Dascoulias on Friday and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, Sundays at 3 pm. Info: (808) 242‐6969 or www.mauionstage.com

Soaring Voices: Recent Ceramics by Women from Japan Through January 6, 2013 Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului This exhibition makes a final stop in Hawai`i as Schaefer Gallery presents 86 exceptional ceramic works by 25 contemporary Japanese artists inspired by the natural world. Info: (808)242‐7469 or www.mauiarts.org

Hawaiian Music Series November 29 & December 27, 6 pm Baldwin Home Museum, Lahaina Enjoy a free Hawaiian music concert presented each month at sunset out on the Front Street lawn; Na Kupuna Ohana Serenaders perform in November, and Na Hoku Hano Hano music award finalists Kulewa will play in December. Info: (808) 661‐3262 or www.lahainarestoration.org

Holiday Pops Concert December 2, 3 pm Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului Get into a merry mood with Maui Pops Orchestra at their annual concert that will include Vivaldi's Four Seasons, featuring violinist "Iggy" Jang, and holiday songs performed by Maui vocalists Jerry Eiting, Erin Smith, Jamie Lawrence, Lily Meola, and Jimmy Mac. Info: (808) 242‐7469 or www.mauipops.com

Wailea Wine & Food Festival December 6‐9 Wailea Resort Hotels This new signature event showcases Maui’s ranch, ocean and farm products featured in the cuisine of Hawaii Regional Chefs Alan Wong, Peter Merriman, Bev Gannon and Mark Ellman, along with special wine pairings, interactive wine seminars and entertainment. Info: www.waileawineandfoodfestival.com

The Maui County Business Resource Center is a County of Maui project courtesy of the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development.

MAUI COUNTY BUSINESS RESOURCE CENTER WORKSHOPS ARE FREE AND HELD FROM 12-1 P.M. (unless otherwise noted) PLEASE CALL US AT 873-8247 TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT. All workshops are subject to change or cancellation.

‘’BUSINESS SUCCESSION PLANNING” by Gretchen G. Voxland CLU, ChFC- Tuesday, November 13 Even from the beginning, it is important to think with the end in mind. How do you see yourself transitioning your successful business? Selling it? To whom and for how much? Passing it on to your kids? How can you get the equity out of your business when your child takes over? What happens in the event of death, disability or retirement? Do you have a written plan? All of this will be discussed in this workshop being presented by Gretchen G. Voxland, CLU, ChFC, owner of Horizon Financial, LLC. She has been teaching the Complete Financial Workshop at UH Maui College for over ten years.

“SALES SKILLS 101- COMMUNICATING YOUR WAY TO A BETTER FUTURE” by TJ Anderson – Wednesday, November 14 - 12:00 to 1:30pm This workshop will focus on the single most important aspect of selling- communicating. While this seems like an overly simple thing, proper communication for the sake of selling something, promoting a position, or advancing one’s cause is truly a lost art. Whether you want to become a great sales professional, need help communicating effectively in your relationships, or just want to become a more effective communicator overall, this workshop will help you achieve your goals. No matter what, if you follow the precepts of this class, you WILL be a better sales-communicator. Come get sold on selling!!! TJ Anderson is a long-time sales professional, beginning his 1st business at the ripe-old age of 12 years old, and promptly selling out of all his products within the first day. TJ has owned several successful businesses, both on Maui and the Mainland, and is currently the owner and sales manager for No Ka Oi Nut Company, a gourmet Bavarian-roasted nut company here on Maui. Much of his success comes from his sales skills, and during his time he has been a national sales-leader for a Fortune 500 company, a sales manager for several companies, and has won numerous awards, prizes, and trips as a result of his sales skills. His greatest passion, however, is seeing others succeed, and he loves teaching others the fine art of selling.

“COMPETITIVE POSITIONING FOR YOUR SMALL BUSINESS” by Mike Kern – Friday, November 16 If your business has no competition, then marketing is easy. But, if your prospects are overwhelmed by choice, then you have work to do. You need to explain not only why they need what you're selling, but also why they should get it from you as opposed to your competitors. That requires two skills that are not common – deep insight into your ideal customer and strategic assessment of your competition. This workshop is designed for online and offline businesses to give you those two critical skills, so you can cut through the noise and clutter and become the obvious choice in your market without needing a Harvard MBA. With your attendance, you will receive an 8-part tutorial that goes into far more depth than we can cover in a single workshop. You will not want to miss this value packed, interactive workshop, presented by Mike Kern. He provides assistance to businesses on Maui through his volunteer speaking engagements and workshops. Through the years, he has owned many businesses in multiple industries, usually selling to larger corporations or completing an IPO. His specialty is business finance, marketing and sales, and operations.

“HARRY & JEANETTE WEINBERG PONO CENTER– How Can it Help Your Small Business” by Susie Thieman – Tuesday, November 20 Are you in need of a training facility, conference room, office space or a commercial kitchen? Lokahi Pacific's Pono Center has it all for you. Come join Susie Thieman, Interim Executive Director of Lokahi Pacific as she discusses all the options available at the Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Pono Center in Wailuku. What anyone in business or thinking of going into business should know about the Pono Center.

“UNDERSTANDING YOUR CREDIT AND SCORES” by Jason Hall – Tuesday, November 27 This is a 60 minute crash course on how to improve your credit scores. We’ll discuss how to deal with collections, tax liens, judgments, late payments, foreclosures and short sales on your credit report. Find out how this information can possibly be removed in less than 7 years to improve your scores. This workshop will be presented by Jason Hall, a Board Certified Credit Expert. He is presently a Credit Consultant and was previously a Sr. Loan Officer and Production Manager.

“GOT CONFLICT? HOW TO WORK WITH A CONFLICT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL TO BRING PEACE TO YOUR WORKPLACE” by Sunny Gutierrez - Wednesday, November 28 This workshop will provide an overview of the benefits of working with mediators and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) professionals in the workplace. Topics include recognizing the cost of unhealthy conflict, differences between a mediator, facilitator, and conflict coach, and why current attempts to resolve conflict in the workplace are not working. Participants will learn techniques to help them become more conflict literate and how to work with a mediator to address and manage issues in the workplace. Sunny Gutierrez is a mediator, trainer, and facilitator who specializes in issues facing today’s families and business organizations. Sunny has a Masters Degree in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Management, has been in practice since 1999, and is the founder of Common Ground Mediation Services LLC and CG Hawaii Group. She is the past Program Director at Mediation Services of Maui and currently is a lecturer for the University of Hawaii Maui College.

Maui Business Brainstormers Monthly Meeting – Monday, November 19 – 11:45 to 1:30 pm. You are all welcome to join us!!! Meet other business owners/managers, share and learn with thought-provoking questions, answers and coaching! Bring your business challenges to our meeting. It is free and starts at 12:00 P.M. prompt! Features: introductions, “get to know your neighbor”, brainstormers sharing, expert coaching, quickfire.

Please *RSVP* at www.meetup.com/MauiBusinessBrainstormers IMPORTANT - We need your RSVP for planning adequate seating.