WAIPAHU NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 22 c/o NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION  530 SOUTH KING STREET, ROOM 406  HONOLULU, , 96813 PHONE: (808) 768-3710  FAX: (808) 768-3711  INTERNET: www.honolulu.gov/nco

DRAFT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2016 FILIPINO COMMUNITY CENTER

CALL TO ORDER – Chair Rito Saniatan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. A quorum was established with 16 members present. Note: This 19-member Board requires 10 members to establish a quorum and to take official Board action.

Board Members Present – Marty Burke, Cory Chun, Lorraine Duhaylonsod, Marcella Granquist, Connie Herolaga, Kent Jiang, Rachele Lamasao, Darryl Macha, Rodney Nakashima, Richard Oshiro, Rito Saniatan, Krystal Shon (arrived at 7:11 p.m.), Blaine Tsugawa, Ruffalyne Villanueva, Chuck Wheatley, and George Yakowenko.

Board Members Absent – Maureen Andrade, Sy Cullen and Peter Lee

Guests – Ed Manglallan (Mayor Kirk Caldwell’s Representative); Councilmember Brandon Elefante and Dion Messa; Councilmember Ron Menor; Senator Clarence Nishihara; Rock Riggs (Senator Gabbards Representative); Captain Shaun M. Wray(Honolulu Fire Department); Lieutenant Grant Arakawa and Sergeant Roger Nitta (Honolulu Police Department); Captain Chuck Boler and Donna Klapakis (559th Transportation Brigade); Pat Lee and Chris Wong (Honolulu Rapid Transit Project); Shayne Matruda and Nedielyn Bueno (State Office of Elections); Giselle Oviedo, Raeanne Manuel, Juliet Peralta (HPU Nursing Students);Gladys Cadiz, Shirlene Ostrov, Bernard Santiago, Angela Kaaihue, Katherine Kupukaa, Mary Smart, Emil Suroina and John Carrol (Candidates); Ericson Cristobal (Olelo); and Chris Acosta (Neighborhood Commission Office).

INTRODUCTION OF BOARD MEMBERS AND GUESTS – Those present introduced themselves.

FIRST RESPONDERS’ REPORTS

Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) – Captain Edwin Tangunan reported the following:  August 2016 Fire and Emergencies Statistics: There were 2 structure fires, 2 wild land/brush fires, 3 nuissance fires, 17 activated alarms (no fire), 201 medical emergencies, 12 motor vehicle crash/collisions, 1 ocean rescues and 3 hazardous materials incidents.  Fire Safety Tips: Dryer Safety Tips: The leading cause of home clothes dryer fires is the failure to properly maintain them. Have your dryer installed and service by a professional, Clean the lint filter before and after each cycle, Clean the back of the dryer where lint can build up, Check the venting system behind the dryer to ensure it is not damaged, crushed, or restricted and ensure the outdoor vent covering is open when the dryer is operating.

Board member Krystal Shon arrived at 7:11 p.m., 17 members present.

Honolulu Police Department (HPD) –Lieutenant Okagawa reported the following:  August 2016 Crime Statistics: There were 22 motor vehicle theft, 26 burglary, 67 thefts and 48 unauthorized entries into motor vehicles (UEMV). A total of 6,461 calls were placed for service.  Safety Tip of the Month: September is National Preparedness Month. Be prepared for natural disasters and have an emergency kit ready. Questions, comments and concerns followed: 1. Dog Incident: Herolaga stated that a board member was recently bitten by a dog and reported the incident to HPD. The board member was told by the officer that he’s not able to take the case because he belongs to a different jurisdiction. Herolaga would like to know if what the officer stated is legit and correct. Burke stated that some HPD officers are discouraging individuals to file a police report. 2. Alarms: Wheatley stated that he hears a lot of vehicle alarms at Pupukea Street during night hours, Wheatley would like to know if HPD patrols the area. 3. Waipahu Library: Tsugawa inquired for more detalis about the recent break in at the Waipahu Library.

Weed and Seed Officer – No representative present and no report was provided.

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Military Services – Captain Chuck Boler, United States Army, reported the following:  Gold Star Mother Ceremony: Communities members are invited to join Hawaii’s Gold Star Mothers and Families of the Fallen at a special remembrance event and lei presentation at the National Memory Cemetery of the Pacific on Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.  Native Hawaiian Concert Series: The Community is invited to the Native Hawaiian Concert series at Leilehua Golf Course. Weldon Kakauoha will play on Friday, September 30, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public (Military ID cards is not required). For more information, call (808) 656-0114.  Helicopter Hotline: To report loud or low-flying Army aircraft call the helicopter hotline at (808) 656-3487. For other complaints, call U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii Public Affairs at (808) 656-3159.

CITY REPORTS

Mayor Kirk Caldwell’s Representative – Ed Manglallan, Deputy Director of Department of Facility Maintenance (DFM) circulated a newsletter and the reported the following:  Vanpool: The City Department of Transportation has announced that $250 per month subsidies is available for qualifying vanpools. The city has revived the O’ahu Vanpool program by partnering with vRide and Ride Share by Enterprise. For more information or to sign up, visit www.enterpriserideshare.com.

Questions, comments and concerns followed: 1. Sign: Herolaga asked if a “DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION” sign can be installed at the intersection of Hikimoe Street and Mokuola Street, vehicles turning left at Hikimoe Street are blocking the intersection and causing traffic at Mokuola St. 2. Bulk Trash: A resident stated that there’s some bulk trash that needs to pick up at Aniani Place, the street is very unsanitary and there’s no access for emergency vehicles. 3. Bus Shelter: “The Waipahu Transit Bus Center and Shelter sidewalk is filthy, it is so black and dirty. This is shameful because those who are energy efficient, using the bus system have to walk on such a filthy, dirty place. This place should be cleaned and spotless.” Written Concern from Angela Kaaihue.

Governor David Ige’s Representative – Darryl Young, Deputy Director of Department of Transportation Harbor Division circulated a newsletter and reported the following:  Global Climate Change Preparation: The state’s Interagency Climate Adaptation Committee (ICAC) is developing a statewide report to inform government leaders, the private sector and coastal communities about the consequences of rising seas. The report is due by December 2017 and will describe possible adaptation measures. The Public can learn more about the issues by going to the new Hawai‘i Climate Adaptation Portal at www.climateadaptation.hawaii.gov.

Questions, comments and concerns followed: Drug Test: Wheatley stated that individuals who are seeking assistance from the State should be drug tested before being assisted.

Councilmember Ron Menor – Councilmember Ron Menor circulated a newsletter and reported the following:  Central Oahu Regional Park (CORP) Improvements: Councilmember Menor is pleased to report that the planning and design process for the additional parking area at the Makai end of Patsy T. Mink CORP is well underway.  Council Meeting: The next Council Meeting is on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at Kapolei Hale. Morning Session is at 10:00 a.m. and the afternoon session is at 1:30 p.m.

Councilmember Brandon Elefante – Councilmember Brandon Elefante circulated a newsletter and reported the following:  Charter Commission Updates: Councilmember Elefante reported at the November 2016 general elections voters will see 20 proposed Revised Charter of Honolulu (RCH) amendments on the ballot. The RCH is the framework for the legislative authority of the City and County of Honolulu, and amending it takes a majority of the voters, much like amending our State Constitution.  Resolution 16-200: Councilmember Elefante introduced Resolutin 16-200, which urges the City Administration to work with local non-profits and establish a work program for Oahu’s homeless citizens.  Resolution 16-239: Councilmember Elefante introduced Resolution 16-239, which request that the Hawaii State Association of Countries (HSAC) urge that to adopt regulations related to WAIPAHU NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 22 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2016 DRAFTREGULARMEETINGMINUTES PAGE3OF5

the use of drones, specifically as they relate to the collection, and possible misuse of personal information and broader privacy and safety concerns our residents.

Board of Water Supply (BWS): No representative was present; no report was provided.

Honolulu High Capacity Transit Project – Pat Lee reported the following:

 Hawaii Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART): HART will hold a Train Community Day on Sunday, September 25 2016, at the Rail Operations Center (ROC) in Waipahu, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, and you will be able to tour the rail cars, visit exhibits and learn about how the fully automated, driverless train system will be operated. Parking will be available at Leeward Community College, where trolleys will transport visitors to the ROC. The core systems include train vehicles, controls and operating systems, which are the “trains and brains” component of the rail project. HART is building a driverless, fully automated system and the first of its kind in the US. There are hundreds of safety and certification items to be tested, verified and approved for the core systems. Testing and certification is a two-step process: HART will receive 80 rail cars for the system. The first cars have already arrived and all 80 should be manufactured and delivered to Honolulu within the next three years. Powered Train testing will begin around the end of this year at the ROC for controls, acceleration, braking, heating and air conditioning, doors, the communication system and the event recorder system, which is the “black box” similar to those on airplanes. Then next year, tests will be conducted on the guide way between the ROC and the Waipahu and Westloch stations, then to the Ho’opili station. Testing on the guide way is required to fully qualify the train’s performance and verify operating controls and functionality. Once the trains are tested and certified, the signaling and automated train operations are tested. Tests include verification of all safety features of the signaling system, starting and stopping at various station locations, keeping proper speed and schedule, and stopping at the correct spot at the stations where the platform passenger safety gates open and close for boarding. Traction power substations, signaling and communication, passenger address systems, emergency and passenger call systems are all tested and verified. ADA compliance is also verified, including level floor boarding for wheelchair passengers. Certification of the rail system is approved by the State of Hawaii Department of Transportation in conjunction with the Federal Transit Administration, and is currently in process.

For general project information, traffic updates, meeting notices and more information, please visit the website www.honolulutransit.org, call the project hotline at 566-2299 or email a question at [email protected].

Patsy T. Mink Central Oahu Regional Park (CORP)/Waipio Soccer Complex – Marty Burke reported the following:  Meeting: The advisory committee meets bi-monthly at the aquatics center. The October meeting will be held Monday, October 10, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. All meetings are open to the public.  Tennis Tournament: Hawaiian Open Professional Tennis Tournament is scheduled for Sunday, November 20, 2016 through November 27, 2016. The tennis facility is expected to be closed for regular activities. Tournament could have an impact on the availability of the aquatics facility. Details available at www.hawaiiantennisopen.com.  Hawaii Pickle ball Association (HPA): The association is asking for a dedicated time to use the tennis court for the sport. Department of Park and Recreations (DPR) has reservations due to possible impact on tennis scheduling.

Waipahu Community Foundation (WCF) – Marty Burke reported the following:  What: Provides grants-in-aids to 501(c) (3) qualified organizations serving the Waipahu youth in the 96797 (Waipahu) area. Board: Foundation Board meets quarterly to evaluate request. The most recent foundation board meeting was last Thursday, June 23, 2016.  Applications: Grant application information can be found on the Bank of Hawaii website, and application packets are also available from the Waipahu High School administration office.  Grant: Total Grant Approved since 1992, $2,419,860.38

Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization (OahuMPO), Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) – Marcella Granquist reported the following: WAIPAHU NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 22 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2016 DRAFTREGULARMEETINGMINUTES PAGE4OF5

 Meeting: The last scheduled meeting was on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. at Honolulu Hale. Next meeting is on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 3:00 p.m.  Permitted Interaction Group for Complete Streets: Representatives from the OahuMPO’s Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) Complete Streets Permitted Interaction Group (PIG) will discuss researchand recomme ndations on the CAC’s request that the process and procedures documents for the Transportation Improv ement Program (TIP) and the Oahu Regional Transportation Plan (ORTP) be amended to require the sub mission of a Complete Streets checklist for any project.  OahuMPO Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policies: The OahuMPO Financial and Compliance Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2015 identified eight (8) audit finding. The first is to “Improve commitment to integrity and ethical values.” The auditor went on to recommend that the “OahuMPO develop and implement a code of conduct policy and a conflict of interest policy to ensure that integrity and ethical values are maintain at the control environment level.” The OahuMPO staff has developed draft code of conduct and conflict of interest polices. At the Wednesday, July 20, 2015 policy board meeting, the policy board approved a draft of the OahuMPO Code of conduct for staff subject to review bt the State Attorney General’s office, the State Ethics Commission attorney, and the City’s Corporation Counsel. The Attorney General’s Office recommend that the code of conduct policy include the Policy Board since they also are representatives of OahuMPO. The Ethics Commission noted that being State Boards the advisory committees should also be included.  CAC Early Input into Fiscal Year 218 Overall Work Program (OWP): OahuMPO staff will be soliciting the CAC’s input for potential OWP candidate projects. A presentation on past studies and programs proposed by the CAC and the prioritization of these proposals will be included.  Complete Streets Implementation Program: OahuMPO 2014 OWP provided funding to the Department of Transportation Services (DTS) for work element 203.05-14 the Complete Streets Implementation Study. The study’s product and outcome was to provide a framework/roadmap for implementation of the Complete Streets ordinance into transportation projects in Honolulu. Work products will include a draft and final report that includes sections on benchmarks, existing conditions, constraints, opportunities for integration with existing and future projects, potential stand-alone projects, cost estimates, prioritized list, schedule, and a vision study for one urban corridor.  Honolulu Urban Core Parking Master Plan: OahuMPO’s 2010 and 2012 OWP provided funding to DTS for work element 203.79-10/12 the Honolulu Urban Core Parking Master Plan. The last comprehensive parking study for Honolulu was done in 1973. Changes in parking demand, supply, and technology, as well as the impact of future transit plans, needs to be assessed and integrated into a comprehensive parking plan for the urban core. The study’s product and outcome was to update the1973 study.

Reports of Board Members’ Attendance at Other Meetings – There were none to report.

Other Reports – There were none to report.

BOARD BUSINESS

Approval of July 28, 2016 Regular Meeting Minutes: The July 28, 2016 regular meeting minutes were APPROVE by UNANIMOUS CONSENT, 17-0-0 (AYE: Burke, Chun, Duhaylonsod, Granquist, Herolaga, Jiang Lamosao, Macha, Nakashima, Oshiro, Saniatan, Shon, Tsugawa, Villanueva, Wheatley, and Yakowenko; Nay: None; Abstain: None).

Treasurer’s Report: Chun stated that $18.21 was spend on postage, envelopes, and other printing costs. Chun leaving a remaining balances of $301.46. The report was filed.

Chair’s Report: There were none to report.

NEW BUSINESS

PRESENTATIONS  Election Day Volunteers: Nedielyn Bueno and Shayne Matsuda of the State Office of Elections gave a brief presentation about the volunteer and fundraising opportunity for the upcoming general elections on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. To volunteer or for more information, visit www.elections.hawaii.gov or call (808) 453-VOTE (8683). Questions, comments and concerns followed: 1. Volunteers: Oshiro asked if the volunteers are getting paid to volunteer, why call them volunteers. WAIPAHU NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 22 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2016 DRAFTREGULARMEETINGMINUTES PAGE5OF5

2. Qualification: Burke ask what are the qualifications to volunteer. Bueno stated that a volunteer must be at least 16 years of age and a Hawai‘i resident.

ELECTED OFFICIALS

Senator Clarence Nishihara – Senator Clarence Nishihara circulated his newsletter and reported the following:  National Gear Up Week: Senator Nishihara along with fellow legislators, attended the Gear Up program update at University of Hawaii at West Oahu. Students in the program spoke about the benefits of the program in the preparing them for college. The Gear Up program is designed to increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter and succeed in post-secondary education.  Council of State Governments: Senator Nishihara attended a conference of the Council of State Governments in Coeur D’Alene, Idaho. The conference included committee meetings on criminal justice reform.

Senator Mike Gabbard – Rock Riggs circulated a newsletter and reported the following:  World Conservation Congress: Senator Gabbard attended the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Conservation Congress (WCC) that was hosted by the State of Hawaii from Thursday, September 1, 2016 to Saturday, September 10, 2016. The WCC brings together several thousand leaders and decision-makers from government, civil society, indigenous peoples, business and academia, with the goal of conserving the environmental and harnessing the solutions nature offers to global challenges. It was estimated that roughly 5,000 delegates from 123 countries participated.  Blue Zone Project: Senator Gabbard is looking for motivated teams and creative leaders that can help show why Ewa/Kapolei should be selected to participate in the Blue Zone Project. The meeting will be on Monday, September 26, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Kapolei High School Cafeteria.

Senator Michelle Kidani – No representative was present; but a report was provided.

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Representative Ryan Yamane – Representative Ryan Yamane circulated his newsletter and was available for question.

CANDIDATES INTRODUCTION – Calvin Griffin, John Carroll, Shirlene Ostrov, Angela Ka‘aihue, Emil Svrcina, Councilmember Ron Menor, Katherine Kupukaa and Representative Ryan Yamane were given two (2) minutes to introduce themselves and the office they are running for this upcoming general election.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:  Next Regular Meeting: The next regular meeting of the Waipahu Neighborhood Board No. 22 is scheduled for Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Filipino Community Center.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 9:09 p.m.

Submitted by: Chris Acosta, Neighborhood Assistant I Reviewed by: Neil Baarde, Neighborhood Assistant II Finalized by: Chair Rito Saniatan