Ka Wai Ola O OHA

KA WAI OLA THE LIVING WATER of OHA

OFFICE of HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS • 711 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Ste. 500 • Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96813-5249 Ke-ke-mapa (December) 2005 Vol. 22, No. 12

Vol. 22, No. 01

Ka Wai Ola o OHA

Trustees assume– The Living Water of O kuleana of office in

investiture ceremony H �� A THE LIVING WATER of OHA By Derek Ferrar

W ith portraits of the Ha the Hawa members of Kingdom’ munity loo and around mally took trustees for rulings ali‘i of their new Ianuali (January) 2005 at histo ceremony king on, OHA’s 300 prominentwaiian nda Dela Trustee C Li iian-service Church on De re-election term in an inves Trustees Do ’s new The kah church Kekuna, pres on the kuleana com- Machado to their seats, of the tru which each c on afterposed. So . 1. ric Kawaiaha‘o nine nald Cataluna andruz easily won symbolwith of OHA’s ed unanboard vot retained their seats ei). The(feather them l ided over the ceremony titure Apoliona as was “E ho u, Curt Pa‘alua ‘e IV asJohn Waihe the election, the while (Light the stees was presented Prior to the chairperson and T Colette Akaka Bill: y re-electfour newl imously to retain to the fire-b ‘ï i ka lamakü awa office, a lei hulu unop- both the K torch at mid-day), an allu board were e of the ceremony , in investiture ceremony, families. “W r-year te their fou vice-chair. urning kapu possess �� torch at mid- Supreme Co amehameha and Kalä given the oath of offic rustee “callingprogram, u Moon. “My ed members of the our küpunwisdom of e symbolically ligh kea” ce is the public ren servi day,” rea t we occupspace tha urt Chief Justice Ro r collectivlight on ou sion father u rms by Hawai‘i the The OHA Board poses following the investiture ceremon ed by e he sw said befor Colette Machado, Linda Dela The investit d the ceremony’s want toin. “So I e for Waihe‘e IV, Donald Cataluna, years, foll pon the ma kaua sed to say that ection. Th general el t the commend you a kahiko to shed t we pay for the down the rent than little m diffe ure takes place every tw ness to pay y on earth,” Moon nald owing the resultse ofpath today.” na and raised gour that the bo rustees All too nine t ore the trustees displaysalong with investiture following c folks for congratulate your wil and carpeted aisle to ’s vote.November Novembe In big rent.” enlightenme began with m d containing the lei Cruz, Haunani Apoliona. Back row: Dante Carpenter, John Haunani ApA and a growth, candl Boyd Mossman, Oz Stender. r’s voard was unchangedis year was a Hawaiianthe Royal the ceremon ost, however, in o sion of OHA nt and ‘ulu to symbo polionat e. and Incumben the of kukui to signify oliona and Hawai‘i i , followed the church onarchy-era musick part fr in the ling- After an op ward a cumbent trustees societies.the royal A eremony, which gation sang y. Front row, l. to r.: Rowena Akana, y’s mid-day torch them hulu, OHA Publ employee ator Clyde administr Nä e representative of Hawai t Band. A proces- e Kahalepuna, Apoliona calls fortru byd’s voiceManu Boy welcome. “Tod ning prayer, the congre- ‘i islandst ono‘ï Hawai‘i P Kekuna and ees church’s hig s then entered for all of us lize sland ic Information Dire om the trustees each islandchant of by members of you are of Ha greater autonomy in s kumu hula and se trustesaid. “The are of Hawaiia ay is a ve friends, aand e were blessed by K rustees ment, wal the t e. placed around the necksPhoto: Derek Fe h rafters with a genealo in Hawai‘i, whethermu‘o offered a s. a few word ives, have representat representatives r “These tru and OHA rang from the waiian ance nd eachby of family member Focus turns to themselvesth ry special day , the congrAfterward Afterward, State of OHA speech ems ach of the trustees of rrar improveimpr elves the to pu n a the the band in ’s chiefly s ctor st nce as he choked choke up TThehe leile ovelulu the condit , have re-com ees, yourstry,”s electedtry,” Nämu‘o the ahu t or not rds, emcequeen’s queen wo t tr By Derek Ferrar ked one by one f the trusteon each oof the o public y d up he ustees gical i lulu conditions of Hawaii ou Nämu‘o congreg of ettle- natedna represe r elect dvocatecultural cult in a’s ayer Queen’s PrPra s or ted which will soonblic sebe pe-committed u words, as offe awesomeaweso represent re ions of H Rights divisiral ad h egation joi feredr greater aut service to mitteded e ation joi ed ollowingollowin the Dec. 1 me responsibi trustees by thei rvice to ultural an speakspeaker, c emce contcontemplate Hawaiians mo The lei hulu, ntative is a symbol of voca yer F ceremony, C ise Keku Mary LoLou ati awaii ss Hawai‘former form Mier, cultural emp . Visiblyned the 335-minu g t ment of a na sponsibility.”ve es by their desig- on,on introducedte in e Kai the ke Markell,Mark a Vis the Statedelivered deliver of O he Dec. 1 OH onomy from the s hulu, made by is a symbol ans.an Kapu‘uwailKapu‘uwailaner Miss Hawa , introdu lated the ibly rts and many acco efforeffo5- s. OHA’sOHA’ Native d the �� mi ed the State legally“Wherever uise Kekuewa made an bylity master arti laced acclaime made the accl as well as sosomn Chaihairperson Hauna needs to be ve toward the esta . r desig- anthrop ced the key el utet tive governing body. ” waiian peon the Ha s Native l, a anda the Haw e speech, Apolionarpers to OHA trustee investitu independent o ani Lindsey thropologis n ts an speech, Apoliona t of None There The Were i Lindse d the Hawa on A trustee inv ewa andm Paulette thisthis Hawa i‘ii Dr. Dr. Elizabe Elizabethol spoke of d accomplishmen of OHA Hauna addre ernment,arm of gov aster art re Were No aimed documen o ynotenote me of the challenges gin to operate as the tate as In her power gis e of the chal HA address for 2004 ramersby o the f permissible, OHA d Pau legacyit of wasw the iian peopled documentary y Buyers, wfilm t aand aiianiian communitycommu mplishments at over the ists Buyers, who nd the trustees’tr ho ni ApolionaApolio on in 1978 Constituti sts as the legacpo �� estiture rganization, the f blish- l e sovereipath to tru werfulne ustees’ hop ss for 200 rt of mythe suppo ette . ople th lenges faced ouchedbyuched on OHAOHA’s re commitme personal co ful speech, Buyers s ta IN THIS ISSUE nity at largets over the e havinganticipat init that was envisioned true s speech, Buye And Thenry ho na y of the fi pes for the future, faced in by the agency 4 ion of 2005 the L sess f the Hawai‘i State quasi- lm es for thelarge. 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Democrats and Republicans FocusAt the same time, I am troubled Letter by states’ rights and then set out One toColor destroy Logo: The logo can be reproduced in one color; black, green (PMS 574 or process equivalent) or blue (PMSBoard 282 or process of equivalent). Trustees Logo can be used with or without "Office of both need to answer the Laraway’s interpretation of the piece as an the state of Hawai‘i’s efforts to improve Hawaiian Affairs" text. Hawaiian question effort to promote the worth of one party’s our condition. policies over another, or, in his analysis, Laraway revealed notable examples of Republicans over Democrats. Clearly, he the ways in which conservative leaders Haunani Apoliona, MSW his letter is in response to Daniel failed to appreciate my use of irony and have failed to help Hawaiians. I wish he Chairperson, Trustee, At-large Laraway’s remarks regarding my underlying message. The very purpose had stopped there, rather than exploiting Tel: 808.594.1886 views expressed in the article behind framing the piece around “conser- the subject for a partisan purpose. Fax: 808.594.1875 T Email: [email protected] “Native Hawaiians: a thousand points of vative” ideology and its champions was The “Hawaiian question” is neither a Reve rsed Out Logo: The logo can be reproduced reversed out in any color as long as the logo remains light,” which was printed in the September not to glorify foes of Hawaiian legacy Democratic question nor a Republican while. Logo can be used with or without "Office of Hawaiian Affairs" text. issue of Ka Wai Ola. Mahalo to Laraway programs, but rather to shed light on the question. It is an American question. Does John D. Waihe‘e IV for correctly pointing out that President disconnect that exists between their rheto- America, the leader of the Free World, Vice Chair, Trustee, At-large Grover Cleveland was a Democrat. My ric and their practice. have the will to help us rebuild our nation? Tel: 808.594.1838 piece should have identified Cleveland as They say they want a thousand points To assign blame to one party or the other Fax: 808.594.0208 “Republican-backed.” According to White of light. I say, “Great, here we are!” at this juncture is overly simplistic. Email: [email protected] House historians, Cleveland won the pres- They challenge people to strive to pull If Hawaiians are to succeed in saving Rowena Akana idency with the combined support of themselves up by their own initiative. I our legacies, we must win the support of For additional information contact the OHATrustee, Publications At-large Specialist at 594-1888 Democrats and reform Republicans, the answer, “Yes, that’s what we are trying to all parties. There’ll be time enough later “Mugwumps,” who disliked the record of do!” They argue that people based in faith to take credit for the effort. Tel: 808.594.1860 Fax: 808.594.0209 his opponent James G. Blaine of Maine. serve a mighty purpose. I respond that, Email: [email protected] The omission was entirely my own, and I indeed, spirituality is the very lifeblood of Ke¯haulani Lum am grateful for his clarification. the Hawaiian culture. They call for greater Via the Internet Dante Keala Carpenter Trustee, O‘ahu Tel: 808.594.1854 Fax: 808.594.0210 OHA reserves the right to edit all letters for length, defamatory and libelous material, and other objectionable content, and reserves the right not to print any submission. All letters must be typed, signed and not exceed 200 words. Letters cannot be published unless they include a telephone contact for verification. Send letters to Ka Wai Ola o OHA, 711 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Ste. 500, Honolulu, Email: [email protected] HI 96813, or email [email protected]. Charter schools grant Mahalo also to the trustees this because she identifies and the gods needed to agree Donald B. Cataluna for approving funds to make with the status of ali‘i. She, that you were deserving of Trustee, Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau emergency repairs to the roof however, neither understands that kuleana. This is where Tel: 808.594.1881 Mahalo nui to Chairperson of our school, which was nor practices the beliefs of Kawänanakoa has failed. Fax: 808.594.0211 Apoliona for her excel- badly damaged in a “freak her ‘öiwi ancestors, and With a history filled with Email: [email protected] lent summary of the plight tornado” earlier this year. her claims of being an ali‘i ali‘i who epitomize the mas- of Hawaiian-focused pub- are not only questionable, tery of the sacred and the skill Linda K. Dela Cruz lic charter schools (KWO Haunani Seward but absurd:− not because of to provide for effective lead- Trustee, Hawai‘i Nowemapa 2005). Financial Kekaha, Kaua‘i her birthright, but because ership of their beloved peo- Tel: 808.594.1855 survival is especially diffi- of her failing to mälama ple, what has Kawänanakoa Fax: 808.594.1883 cult for small charter schools her kuleana. exampled? How many Native Email: [email protected] like Ke Kula Ni‘ihau o Who’s an ali‘i? Hawaiian ali‘i were not Hawaiians has she provided Kekaha, even when combin- feudal figureheads of their shelter for? How many has Colette Y. Machado ing our state allocation with people; instead they were the she provided food for? How Trustee, Moloka‘i and La¯na‘i the Ho‘olako Like grant we In a court document she champions of their people, many Hawaiian families Tel: 808.594.1837 receive from Kamehameha submitted for the Forbes lest they be deposed. In the has she helped thrive in our Fax: 808.594.0212 Schools. cave lawsuit, Abigail Hawaiian language we have homeland? Email: [email protected] Without the additional Kawänanakoa stated: “Hui words like na‘au ali‘i and Kawänanakoa is an ali‘i Boyd P. Mossman funding recently approved Mälama has been able to ‘öpü ali‘i, which define the in terms of white America Trustee, Maui by the OHA trustees, it falsely assert […] the dic- character and integrity of the – simply an aristocrat. She would be impossible for us tates of the Kupuna of ancient ali‘i as being generous and is a product of the native Tel: 808.594.1858 Fax: 808.594.1864 to remain open without hav- times […] such mana (author- pono. Our history teaches us bourgeoisie, an artifact of Email: [email protected] ing to continue soliciting per- ity or power) rests solely that you were not only born colonialism. sonal donations just to cover with the ali‘i (aristocrat) an ali‘i, but in order to main- Oz Stender basic operating expenses. class.” Kawänanakoa says LETTERS tain that status, the people See on page 6 Trustee, At-large

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We Lähui Aloha, OHA commis- (Join us) have coupled our strategic plan sioned the Edgy Lee documen- with a comprehensive time/ tary The Hawaiians: Reflecting or 25 years, the Office labor management application Spirit, which vividly increased of Hawaiian Affairs has which tracks all expenditures national understanding of Fworked to better the and employee efforts to spe- Hawaiian issues, traditions and conditions of ‘öiwi Hawai‘i cific goals and objectives. Each beliefs. – indigenous Hawaiians. With workday hour and each dollar At the Legislature, OHA more than 250,000 Hawaiians spent can be directly related to reviewed over 4,500 bills and and part-Hawaiians in Hawai‘i, one of the 10 OHA goals. resolutions and submitted and an additional 170,000 on Allow me to be more spe- testimony on more than 300 K¯K¯okuaokua youryour ‘ohana?‘ohana? the continent, our kuleana is cific. In calendar year 2005, measures relating to Native K¯okua your ‘ohana? daunting. Nine publicly elected OHA granted more than $6 Hawaiians. Significant legisla- Get involved in creating a healthier community: trustees and a staff of more million to almost 100 agencies tive achievements include the Get involved in creating a healthier community: Join Tobacco-Free O‘ahu than 125 in offices throughout and nonprofit organizations enactment of the “legacy lands” Get involvedJoin in Tobacco-Free creating a healthier O‘ahu community: Hawai‘i and in Washington, committed to benefiting the bill designed to protect natural RequestRequest aJoin aspeaker speaker Tobacco-Free toto address O‘ahu your your group group D.C., work tirelessly in the Native Hawaiian community. area reserves on ceded land Request a speaker to address your group areas of governance, culture, These grants included over $2 and a measure allowing OHA education, housing, health, million to Alu Like, the Native increased fiscal autonomy. We human services, communica- Hawaiian Legal Corporation also responded to more than For more information call (808) 538-0797 Ext. 8 tions, economic development, and Nä Pua No‘eau, an orga- 350 environmental, conserva- For more information call (808) 538-0797 Ext. 8 community grants and more nization which promotes the tion and shoreline assessments For more information call (808) 538-0797 Ext. 8 – with a collective focus of development of our gifted and with the intent of minimizing bettering the lives of Native talented youth. We provided impacts on historic, cultural or Hawaiians. $2.2 million to the burgeon- burial sites. I am saddened when OHA ing charter school initiative Our monthly Ka Wai Ola is accused of doing a “pathetic and $250,000 to partner with newspaper enjoys an improved job” in bettering the condi- the federal government in the circulation of over 60,000, tions of native Hawaiians and acquisition of Wao Kele o Puna, including more than 4,000 Hawaiians. I am saddened a 25,000-acre forest preserve of households on the mainland. because these accusations do enormous natural and cultural Similarly, Kau Inoa enrollment not emanate from Thurston significance. now exceeds 40,000 registrants Twigg-Smith, John Goemans We assisted the Audubon nationwide – 40,000 Native or other revisionists, but from Society in its efforts to restore Hawaiians committed to the a small vocal minority of ben- Waimea Valley, one of the few concept of fairness and justice. eficiaries, who should know remaining ahupua‘a in the state. On a related note, we contin- better. We granted financial assistance ue to fund the Native Hawaiian It is easy to cast aspersions to Ka Liu ‘Oihana – a consor- Coalition, a group of individu- and criticize OHA when one tium of the Building Industry als and organizations who have does not know the facts, so Association, the Hawai‘i taken on the task of establish- here they are: Technical Institute and the ing the steps to build a nation. When I first joined OHA in Wai‘anae Maritime Academy Coalition members are now 2001, the agency was charac- – to foster vocational opportu- in the process of determining terized by the State Auditor as nities in the Native Hawaiian election protocol and proce- being in a state of institutional community. dures. crisis. She further noted that In 2005, we have loaned We are also continuing our the Board of Trustees had not over $805,000 to 16 Native advocacy efforts on behalf of adequately planned to improve Hawaiian small businesses. the Akaka Bill to preserve the the conditions of Hawaiians, We also provided more than “nation-within-a-nation” model and that this inability severely $140,000 in emergency assis- as a viable self-governance hampered the agency’s efforts tance loans to 37 Hawaiian alternative. to meet the needs of its ben- families. In addition, $350,000 These are but some of the eficiaries. was distributed to 12 agencies facts, representing just a portion In 2005, I am proud to to promote community-based of our efforts and accomplish- declare that the Office of economic development within ments. Want to know more? Hawaiian Affairs has an updat- Native Hawaiian communities. Visit us at www.oha.org, or call ed and functional strategic In addition to producing 24 the office at 594-1888. - NU HOU • NEWSBRIEFS K–EK–EMAPA2005 | 5 UH faculty nixes classified by the Navy, thereby keeping the The commission stated that a strong Hawai‘i public in the dark about what types of stud- economy depends on a healthy Hawaiian OHA annual address Navy center ies are being performed on the campus. In culture and a Native Hawaiian population the spring, protestors held a weeklong occu- that is well educated, employed, adequate- “Ke Külana Kaiäulu ‘Öiwi University of Hawai‘i faculty leaders have pation of McClain’s UH office, demanding ly housed and practicing their traditions. Hawai‘i: The State of OHA struck a blow to plans to launch a $50-mil- that the approval process be slowed down Commission members said that a vibrant and the Hawaiian Community” lion Navy research partnership with the so that more discussions on the issue could Hawaiian culture is important to Hawai‘i’s is set for Wed., Dec. 7, 11 school. On Nov. 16, the UH Mänoa Faculty take place. economy because it sets the state apart as a a.m., at Kawaiaha‘o Church Senate approved by a vote of 31-18 a reso- Proponents of the plan claim that the unique vacation destination. in Honolulu. lution requesting that school administra- university needs the federal research fund- One of the commission’s recommenda- OHA Chairperson Haunani tors reject the plan to bring the controver- ing, which is getting harder to come by, and tions was to support the Akaka Bill to Apoliona will give the key- sial University Affiliated Research Center that the proposed relationship with the Navy protect various programs that benefit Native note address focusing on the (UARC) to the school’s main campus. could make the school one of the nation’s Hawaiians. Another was the construction accomplishments of 2005, as The proposal, however, could still become premiere research centers. In addition, they of a Hawaiian-culture center in Waikïkï we look forward to what lies a reality if it is approved by the university’s say that most of the work done through the that would showcase hula, food and other ahead. Kawaiaha‘o Church interim President, David McClain; interim proposed center would be unclassified and native arts. Kahu Curtis Kekuna will pre- Mänoa Chancellor Denise Konan; and the that no weapons of mass destruction will be side over the service. Board of Regents. created at the university. Also joining in the program The vote was the latest display of oppo- will be students from the sition to the project, which would create Ku¯puna conference Nänäkuli-based Ka Waihona the fifth such research center in the nation. o ka Na‘auao Charter School, A statewide gathering of Hawaiian elders Since its introduction in July 2004, the Host culture economics and Nola Nähulu’s mixed is being coordinated this month by the UARC proposal has been denounced by choral ensemble. Highlights As Native Hawaiians go, so goes the Kahana Community Association and Hui some teachers, students, community mem- of the event will be published state’s economy - according to the state o nä Küpuna o ka Na‘i Aupuni Hawai‘i, bers and several Native Hawaiian organiza- in the January issue of Ka Economic Momentum Commission. a kupuna organization that endeavors to tions, who see the proposal as an attempt to Wai Ola. In October, the commission, a 31-mem- bridge the differences among Hawaiians of further militarize Hawai‘i. The public is welcome. ber body created by Gov. Linda Lingle, all age groups, as kupuna councils operated Opponents claim that research conducted Anyone wishing to attend should through the proposed center, such as mili- released about 30 recommendations on how See BRIEFS on page 7 RSVP to OHA at 594-1888. tary weapons development, maybe deemed to maintain the state’s economic growth.

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Among the nation-building com- Akaka Bill hopes turn to next year’s session ponents identified by the coalition are community education By Derek Ferrar said there is still a “slim chance” Short of a cloture motion, Bill passes anytime soon, the and organization, voter registra- Public Information Specialist that a procedural motion, known Nämu‘o said, Akaka and Inouye Hawaiian community should tion, election of delegates, and as “cloture,” could be filed at would at least like to get Senate proceed with the process of finally a constitutional conven- ith just a few working the end of the Senate’s current Majority Leader Bill Frist on the forming a representative body tion to draft and ratify founding days remaining in this session, which would force a official congressional record as using the voter base being built documents. Wyear’s congressional vote at the beginning of the next being committed to bringing the by the Kau Inoa registration pro- Nämu‘o said the next step session, supporters of the Akaka session. bill up for a vote in 2006. cess. More than 40,000 Native would be to engage nonprof- Bill are conceding that there “Senators Akaka and Inouye But even if none of this Hawaiians in Hawai‘i and on the it organizations – preferably is no real chance the bill could have told us that they still occurs, the bill will start the new continent have already signed up Hawaiian ones – to organize dis- pass both houses of Congress haven’t given up on seeking a session with the same status it for Kau Inoa, indicating that they trict apportionment, voting for before the session ends in mid- cloture vote this year,” Nämu‘o has currently – awaiting sched- are interested in participating delegates and the eventual ‘aha, December. said. If 60 of the 100 senators uling for a Senate vote, but held in the formation of a Hawaiian or constitutional convention. However, Sen. Daniel Akaka approve a cloture motion, a time up by procedural holds placed governing body. That process would likely be and other supporters of the bill, limit would take effect for the by several senators who oppose “To me, that’s Plan B,” Nämu‘o funded by OHA and overseen by which would extend U.S. politi- vote to receive a limited amount the measure. said. “Let’s create a governing a community-based committee cal recognition to a future Native of debate and a final up-or-down OHA Chairperson Haunani entity regardless of the federal to ensure that the process envi- Hawaiian governing entity, say floor vote. Apoliona told the Gannett News legislation, so that when we do sioned by the Native Hawaiian they will continue to press for its A cloture vote on the bill, Service in Washington that get to Congress, it can speak on Coalition is followed, he said. passage when Congress returns which is also known as the OHA and other supporters of behalf of Hawaiians (as a formal “The issue for me is that the to work in January. Akaka told Native Hawaiian Government the bill will continue to press representative body).” process needs to be managed reporters he remains “confident Reorganization Act of 2005, for its passage. “We continue to Nämu‘o said the broad-based fairly so that all Hawaiians who that the bill will be considered” had been scheduled for early be optimistic that we will perse- Native Hawaiian Coalition, are interested will be able to before the 109th Congress ends September, but was cancelled vere,” she said. which has been meeting for two participate,” Nämu‘o said. “But its two-year cycle at the end of due to the Katrina and Rita hurri- years to discuss the process of if it’s the will of the people – if 2006. cane emergencies and President “Plan B” forming a Hawaiian entity, has enough Hawaiians are interested Meanwhile, OHA Bush’s Supreme Court nomina- Nämu‘o said that regardless identified the components nec- in organizing ourselves – then Administrator Clyde Nämu‘o tions. of whether or not the Akaka essary to found such a body. let’s go for it.”

through all the hoops? LETTERS Being 47.5 percent Hawaiian, I don’t feel one Continued from page 3 bit bad about doing away As the ‘ölelo no‘eau with the whole blood-quan- states: “I ali‘i nö ke ali‘i i ke tum requirement. The small- känaka.” An ali‘i is an ali‘i est percentage should count because of the people; an just as much as the largest. ali‘i without the people is no Only as a cohesive unit can ali‘i at all. we progress and thrive as We offer a comprehensive approach to homeownership! a culture. All this postur- Homebuyer Education Mehanaokala¯ Hind ing and protecting of blood Pa¯lolo, O‘ahu quantum is degrading and One-on-One Counseling displays negative, cannibal- Mortgage Loans istic tendencies. For shame. Down Payment / Closing Cost Programs Everyone – regardless of Blood quantum blood quantum, regardless if they live on the islands Call us today for more information. I was disgusted to read or on the mainland or the Register for homebuyer education or apply for a mortgage. that a lawsuit has been initi- moon – deserves equal rec- ated by a few people over ognition of their Hawaiian Oahu 587-7886 • Maui 760-5100 Hawaiian blood quantum. heritage by the federal gov- This outrageous act only ernment, deserves an equal serves to feed the few at voice in sovereignty issues Specializing in ﬁnancing for Hawaiian Home Lands. the expense of many. We all and deserves to share equally realize that blood quantum in economic payback pro- Kokua Laulima No Ka ‘Aina issues need to be resolved, vided for in the act. Your Hand to the Land but why now, before Sen. Daniel Akaka’s bill for fed- Linda Kapi‘olani Fonville eral recognition has been Otis Orchards, Washington - NU HOU • NEWS K–EK–EMAPA2005 | 7

Fashion statement few months ago, after we ran this picture Ataken at the big rally to protest the court ruling against Kamehameha Schools’ admission policy, we received a num- Hawaiian homesteaders lend support at a court hearing on the Arakaki case. ber of calls from people wonder- Photo: Sterling Kini Wong ing where they could get hold of one of those “Keep Kamehameha Rehearing denied Hawaiian” T-shirts. Photo: Sterling Kini Wong Well, we finally found out (from an aunty’s friend’s cous- Kamehameha alumni. The plan, identified as the fastest-growing in Arakaki suit in) who made the shirts: the she says, was to make the shirts segment of the hobby and crafts Case will return to local federal folks at Creative Native Crafts just for family and friends, but industry in a recent survey. in Käne‘ohe. they had some left over, so they To find out about the court for trial on state tax issue The store’s owners, Delia brought them to the march− and Kamehameha T-shirts, By Sterling Kini Wong of the 14th Amendment to the Parker-Ulima and Bella Finau- we sold out of them right away.” call 236-0800, or e-mail Publications Editor U.S. Constitution. Faumuina, are both Kamehameha As it turns out, Parker-Ulima [email protected]. In 2004, U.S. District Judge graduates. and Finau-Faumuina are past To learn more about Creative n Nov. 7, the 9th U.S. Susan Oki Mollway dismissed “On the day of the ruling, Delia recipients of an OHA business Native’s island-themed brand Circuit Court of Appeals the case, ruling that, as state said we should really do some- loan to pursue Creative Native’s of scrapbooking supplies, Odenied a rehearing taxpayers, the plaintiffs lack thing,” says Finau-Faumuina. “So main focus: manufacturing sup- visit creativenativecrafts.com, request by the plaintiffs in the standing to challenge federally she came up with this statement plies for a Hawaiian-style ver- or visit the store at 46-174-F lawsuit that seeks to have OHA mandated programs, such as the of how we felt, as Hawaiians and sion of scrapbooking, which was Kahuhipa St. and other Hawaiian programs Department of Hawaiian Home declared unconstitutional. The Lands and OHA’s use of ceded case will now return to federal lands revenue. She also rejected the Hawai‘i Cattlemen’s • John B. Medeiros Jr. (1927- district court for a retrial of the the plaintiff’s challenge of the BRIEFS Council’s annual convention on 2001) of Pu‘uwa‘awa‘a only remaining issue in the law- funding OHA receives from state Hawai‘i island. Ranch suit: whether OHA can legally tax revenue, because, she said, Continued from page 5 The Paniolo Hall of Fame was • Herman L. Pacheco (1934- created in 1999 by the O‘ahu 1991) of Shipman Ranch and continue to use state tax funds, Congress was still in the process in traditional times. Cattlemen’s Association to rec- Parker Ranch, Hawai‘i which amount to about 10 per- of determining the political sta- This year’s conference is set ognize the contribution of cow- • Martin Ikua Purdy Jr. of Parker cent of the agency’s total $28 tus of Native Hawaiians, and the for Dec. 16-18 at Kahana State boys to the paniolo heritage and Ranch million annual budget. court shouldn’t interfere. Park in Ko‘olauloa on O‘ahu. to the perpetuation of the cattle • Jack Ramos (1918-2002) of William Burgess, an attor- In August, a three-member Discussion topics will include industry. The new inductees Jack Ramos Ranch, Hawai‘i ney for the plaintiffs, told The panel of the San Francisco-based traditional cultural protocols, bring the number of members in • Charles “Kale” Stevens (1929- Honolulu Advertiser that he appeals court partially affirmed ho‘oponopono, homelessness, the hall of fame to 79, with each 1994) of Parker Ranch. was not surprised the appeals Mollway’s ruling. The appeals legal issues, Hawai‘i’s future island represented. The O‘ahu Cattlemen’s court decided not to reconsider court ruled that the plaintiffs did and nationhood. The Paniolo Hall of Fame’s Association is also conducting the case and that the plaintiffs indeed lack standing to challenge The conference will include new members are: an oral history interview series will wait until after the lower federal programs; however the a Friday potluck at 5 p.m., • Tony J. Jose of Palani Ranch, to record the stories of Hawai‘i’s court issues a new ruling on the panel reinstated the state tax rev- Saturday workshops, speak- Hawai‘i paniolo. For more information, remaining portion of the law- enue challenge. ers and talk-story sessions, and • William Kaniho (1894-1978) on the project, visit hicattle.org. suit before they decide whether In their request for reconsid- closing ceremonies on Sunday of Parker Ranch, Hawai‘i to appeal to the U.S. Supreme eration, the plaintiffs asked that at 1 p.m. To register for this • Robert Kamuela “Sonny” Court. either the same three-member free conference and for camp- Keäkealani Jr. of Parker The lawsuit, currently called panel rehear the case, or that ing information, call Kapua Ranch Adult education Arakaki v. Lingle, was origi- an 11-member panel of judges Kaluhilei‘ulaokalä at 237-7262, nally filed three years ago review the ruling. The group • Eben Parker Low (1864- or email [email protected] Beginning in January, Alu Like by 18 state taxpayers, led by argued that the court’s initial rul- 1954) of Parker Ranch will hold free basic adult educa- retired Honolulu policeman ing ran counter to previous 9th and Pu‘uwa‘awa‘a Ranch, tion and General Educational Earl Arakaki, who claimed Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court Hawai‘i Development (GED) preparation that by discriminating against rulings, and that it set “unprec- • Joseph Punilei Manini Sr. of Paniolo Hall of Fame classes that include Hawaiian non-Hawaiians, OHA, the edented restrictions” on taxpayer Makaweli Ranch and Pu‘u history and culture instruction. Department of Hawaiian Home challenges. In November, 11 new cow- ‘Öpae Ranch, Kaua‘i • Alfred Medeiros Jr. of Lands and other programs vio- The court, however, rejected boys were inducted into See BRIEFS on page 11 late the equal protection clause those arguments. the Paniolo Hall of Fame at McCandless Ranch, Hawai‘i – – - 8 | KEKEMAPA2005 NU HOU • NEWS

Charting new ground As OHA prepares to assume title of the Wao Kele o Puna rainforest, a host of unprecedented issues need to be resolved

Above: Longtime Wao Kele activist Palikapu Dedman shares his love for the forest with OHA Native Rights Advocate Jonathan Scheuer. Photo: Derek Ferrar Inset: Kumu Hula Pualani Kanahele leads marchers at the 1990 anti-geothermal protest at the forest’s gate. Photo: Franco Salmoiraghi Below: The now abandoned geothermal well. Photo: Jonathan Likeke Scheuer By Derek Ferrar the reason why Dedman and the must reach a joint Memorandum • Rare and endangered Public Information Specialist knot of other people talking on of Agreement outlining who species propagation; the cinder road that leads to the would be responsible for such • Identification and pro- nder a damp, grey Puna former geothermal site have come things as access, monitoring and tection of cultural sites; and D e d m a n sky, the Wao Kele o to Wao Kele – to hash out some of liability. And, under the terms of • Conservation of the forest says. “The UPuna rainforest lives and the complex issues involved in the the $3.4-million federal Forest as an important seed bank problem is the commercial men- breathes. Ferns unfurl, dripping process that will put stewardship Legacy Program grant that will for natural reforestation of tality. The general public will have rainwater. Insects flitter. An ‘io of these precious former kingdom pay for nearly all of the purchase lava flows. to learn how to use the forest, circles high above the ‘öhi‘a tops. lands back into Hawaiian hands. price of the land (with OHA’s instead of raping it.” At the gate into the forest, Pele The occasion is the first group share being just $250,000), OHA mong the most difficult 2) Who will ultimately be Defense Fund President Palikapu site visit to Wao Kele since the must also have some kind of man- Aissues that will need to dealt responsible for such enforcement Dedman stands beneath a glaring announcement of the landmark agement plan in place before the with are: tasks as preventing poaching or “NO TRESPASSING” sign. It’s conservation deal that will give transaction can close. Since the 1) How much public access illegal harvesting of häpu‘u fern the same spot where, in 1990, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs formation of a long-term plan is should be allowed into Wao Kele, and other native plants. Dedman and others led about title to the forest, to be held in the likely to take a couple of years, and what kinds of uses should While the state’s existing forest- 2,500 people in a march on the interest of the Hawaiian people Scheuer says, that means coming be allowed. State Department ry enforcement force, DOCARE, gate to protest geothermal energy and eventually transferred to a up with an interim plan in the of Land and Natural Resources might seem like a natural choice, development in the forest, and he future Native Hawaiian govern- meantime. officials, who have responsibility DLNR officials say the force is and many others were arrested in ment. One of the immediate goals for managing the Forest Legacy already stretched thin without tak- a passionate act of civil disobedi- “This deal is so unprecedented of the plan, Scheuer says, would Program in Hawai‘i, want to ing on an additional 25,000 acres. ence. that we’re really learning how to be to secure funding from the ensure that access to the area is And Dedman, who has been The poignant scene underscores go about it as we go along,” says state Legislature for plugging and open to anyone, as long as they fighting the state for more than OHA Native Rights Lead Advocate abandoning the two geothermal follow hunting and other rules. 20 years over native access, geo- Jonathan Likeke Scheuer. “But wells at the site, at an estimated Others believe that perhaps the thermal development and other what’s great is that we’re all learn- cost of around $2 million. Another forest should be closed except for issues in the forest, says that the ing from each other.” would be to seek removal of the traditional cultural uses. surrounding subdivision associa- special zoning that allowed the The Pele Defense Fund’s tions, traditional users and other cheuer says he is hopeful that geothermal drilling in the forest-in Dedman, on the other hand, is not community groups can handle the SOHA can obtain title to the the first place. concerned about people visiting the task. land in the first half of 2006. First, The management plan will also forest, as long as they treat the land “We can take responsibility however, a number of tricky issues have to take into account such with the same respect as tradition- enough to manage our lands with- need to be settled. issues as: al Hawaiian users. “The problem For one thing, OHA and the state • Control of invasive species; is not use by the general public,” See WAO KELE on page 11 - NU HOU • NEWS K–EK–EMAPA2005 | 9

called a “conclusion of law” in ticipate in the repatriation pro- latest recommendation. But he NAGPRA ruling clarified the case. Ayau said that while cess. On Sept. 2, District Court said that what the review com- Review board reportedly amends its he was disappointed the review Judge David Ezra ordered the mittee says now doesn’t really decision on Forbes Cave artifacts committee didn’t repeal its rul- items to be retrieved and placed matter because the case is now ing, he was pleased that they back with Bishop Museum until in the courts. By Sterling Kini Wong on Nov. 17. amended their original recom- the court case was complete. “It’s a silly game,” he said. Publications Editor NAGPRA establishes the mendation, which he believes Hui Mälama appealed Ezra’s “It’s past that point and its in the guidelines that museums must a federal judge relied upon in order to the 9th U.S. Circuit judge’s hands now.” federal review board follow to return Native American September, when he ordered Court of Appeals, which will has reportedly amend- human remains and cultural arti- that the objects immediately be hear oral arguments on the case In other burial news Aed its prior decision facts to groups that have ties to removed from the cave. That in December. on the repatriation of the con- them. In its 2003 recommenda- ruling has since been delayed In the end, however, the review • The Office of Hawaiian troversial “Forbes Cave” arti- tion, the review committee said pending an appeal. committee’s recent clarification Affairs and three other facts to clarify that the board’s that Bishop Museum should The dispute over the arti- may not have much of an impact Hawaiian organizations have recommendation should not recall its loan of the artifacts to facts started in 2000, when Hui on Hui Mälama’s appeal. requested that they be included be used to require the removal Hui Mälama and that the items Mälama accepted the 83 items Alan Murakami, attorney for in the consultation process to of the objects from the cave. should be made available to all – which include spirit images, Hui Mälama, said that it’s prob- decide the fate of more than 20 According to Edward Halealoha the claimant groups to com- carved bowls and other relics ably too late to introduce the Hawaiian artifacts inadvertent- Ayau, executive director of the plete the repatriation process. – on loan from the museum. Hui committee’s decision into the ly found during construction in Hawaiian repatriation organiza- The committee then reaffirmed Mälama claims that it reburied appeal. But he said that it may Kailua-Kona. tion Hui Mälama i nä Küpuna this recommendation during the objects in the Hawai‘i island not be necessary, because the The items, said to be akua o Hawai‘i Nei, the review com- meetings held in Honolulu in cave where they were originally 9th Circuit judges may come to images, some standing between mittee for the federal Native September 2004. found and has refused the muse- the same conclusion anyway. 3 and 4 feet tall, were discov- American Graves Protection and In Albuquerque, Ayau request- um’s repeated requests to return La‘akea Suganuma, president ered when construction work- Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) ed that the body rescind its rec- the items. of the Royal Hawaiian Academy ers at a luxury golf and resi- made the change to its original ommendation, claiming that Earlier this year, two groups of Traditional Arts, one of the dential development punctured recommendation after Ayau tes- the committee, which only has sued to have the artifacts groups trying to retrieve the arti- a lava tube. tified at the committee’s meeting advisory powers, overstepped removed from the cave so that facts, said that he hadn’t heard in Albuquerque, New Mexico, its authority by issuing what he all 14 claimant groups could par- about the review committee’s See BURIAL NEWS on page 13

Ka Mo`ili`ili Dedication

Kawaiahaò Church invites prior Ka Moìliìli Church Òhana to a dedication ceremony of the Ka Moìliìli monument's refurbished church bell and plaque. Seeking Island Burial Council Candidates Seeking Island Burial Council Candidates This monument marks the present site of loved ones whose remains were reinterred Governor Linda Lingle, through theH istoric Preserv ation Division of the Departmen t of at Kawaiahaò Church in the 60's from the LandGovernor and NaturalLinda Lingle, Resources, through is seeking theH istoric candidates Preserv whoation are D qualivision ified of to the either Departmen be a regiot ofnal Ka Moìliìli cemetery, A new plaque has Land and Natural Resources, is seeking candidates who are qual ified to either be a regio nal been added to the monument to memorial- representative or a development and large property owner representative on the Island Bur ial ize and honor those buried here. Councils.representative The or councils a development are prima andrily large responsible property for owner mak ing representative deter mina tio onnsof the preIsland serv Buratio nial orCouncils. relocation The of c preouncils viously are ident prima ifiedrily Nativeresponsible Hawaiian for mak bur ingial sites deter andmina recommendattio nsof pre servions atioon t orthe relocation departmen oft regardingpre viously appro ident priateified Nativeman agemen Hawaiian t, tre atment, bur ial sites andp androtection recommendat of Native ionso t The dedication service will be at the monument site theH awaiian departmen burial t regarding sites, in compl appro iancepriate with man agemen§6E-43.5 t, tre of atment,theH awaii andp Rev rotectionised Statutes of Native (HRS) in the Kawaiahaò Church cemetery on aHndawaiian §13-300- burial 21 ofsites, theH in awaiicompl Adminisiance with trative §6E-43.5 Rules of (HAR). theH awaii Island Rev Bur isedial StatutesCounci l (HRS)mem bers liveand §13-300-on the island 21 of they theH representawaii Adminis and attend trative monthly Rules Island (HAR). Burial Island Cou Bur ncilial me Councietings. l mem bers Sunday, December 11th live on the island they represent and attend monthly Island Burial Cou ncil me etings. immediately after the 9:00 a.m. service. To be conside red as a regio nal representative candidat e, one mus t have a cultural link or tie After the dedication service, a paàina will follow. Ttoo the be areaconside bei redng rep as resenteda regio nal and representative demonstra te candidat knowledge e, one of Hawaimus t haveian culture, a cultural his linktory, or tie tcustoms,o the area practices, bei ng rep andresented in particular, and demonstra beliefs te and knowledge practices orelatf Hawai ing toian the culture, care and his protectiontory, We invite all interested parties to share their memories of ofcustoms, Native practices,Hawaiian andburial in particular,sites , ancestral beliefs remains, and practices and burial relat goods.ing to the care and protection Kamoiliili Church. We plan to compile the memories shared of Native Hawaiian burial sites , ancestral remains, and burial goods. in a booklet to be placed in the church archives. Send inquires, questions and memories to: To be considered as a development and large property owner representative candidate, one Tomus bet be considered currently asemployed a development by or associated and large withproperty a development owner representative or large property candidate, owner one and Pastor's Office musbe ablet be to currently repre sent employed the interests by or of associated either devel with opme a developmentnt or lar ge property or large owner property sor ownerboth. and Tel: 522-1333 be able to repre sent the interests of either devel opme nt or lar ge property owner sor both. Fax: 522-1340 To be conside red as a candidat e, ple ase vis it our website at http://www.state.hi.us/dlnr/hpd/ 957 Punchbowl Street Tto o down be consideload ared Boa asrds a candidatand Commis e, ple sionsase vis applic it our atio w ebsiten and theat ht Islandtp://www.state.hi.us/dlnr/hpd/ Bur ial Counc il Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 Ato pplic down ationload Addenda Boa rdsum and or Commisvisit any sions of theO applicffice atio ofn Hawaiianand the Island Affairs Bur branchesial Counc toil pick up an applicApplic ationation .Fora Addend nyum further or visit questio any ns, of theOplease ffice contact of Hawaiian the Historic Affairs Preserv branches ation Dtoivision pick t up a an applic69 2-8015. ation .Fora ny further questio ns, please contact the Historic Preserv ation Divisiont a 69 2-8015. – – 10 | KEKEMAPA2005 HE HO‘OMANA‘O • IN MEMORIAM

Former OHA trustee valued sound leadership, ‘ohana and Hawaiian history Kïna‘u Boyd Kamali‘i, 1930-2005 By Manu Boyd in the civic clubs’ annual conven- daughter of Edward and Maria ust days after her 75th birth- tion. In 1985, she was recognized Boyd, Sarah Kaleimoku Boyd day in October, former OHA as the outstanding Hawaiian of Mossman, is the grandmother of Jtrustee and community lead- the year by the Association of Boyd Mossman, OHA trustee and He Hali‘a no Kïna‘u Boyd Kamali‘i er Kïna‘u Kamali‘i passed away at Hawaiian Civic Clubs. retired judge. Na Manu Boyd, hoahänau her home in Honolulu. Kïna‘u was My earliest memory of Aunty Kïna‘u’s own name was inher- a hoahänau (cousin), but as is typi- Kïna‘u was at a Prince Kühiö Civic ited through association with the Iä Külanihäko‘i e ho‘olana mälie iho nei cal in Hawaiian families, we grew Club party at her home on Hawai‘i Kamehameha family. E kü mai ka ‘öpua hiwa i ka pohu la‘i up calling her “Aunty,” as she was Kai Drive. It was a windy day, “Mom really loved fam- from my father’s generation. and her lauhala hat flew off her ily history,” said daughter ‘O ka pi‘i a‘ela nö ia o ke ao pöpolohua mea a Käne Her lengthy career in public head into the marina. My brother Na‘unanikïna‘u Kamali‘i, an Ea mai ka wai kapu lani, lokuloku ihola a puni Hawai‘i service included government posi- and I were tasked to retrieve it, attorney. “She enjoyed fishing He hänini kuluwaimaka ia o nä küpuna tions, public office, community “immediately!” I don’t remember and the ocean, and would often E ho‘öla mai i nä kupukupu a uluwehi organizations, political appoint- how we got it out of the water, but speak of her early days grow- Aia ku‘u hoahänau i ke ala o ka ho‘i ‘ole mai ments and more, but her passion we did, quickly. She had a hearty ing up at Mökapu. She inherited He moe loa ia i ka ‘olu o Niolopua was working on behalf of Native laugh and smiling eyes, but could my grandpa’s fishing poles and Ua maha mau nö i ka poli o ke Akua Hawaiians. As a trustee of the also be impatient and demanding. used them whenever she had free Me nä kini ‘aumäkua mai ka hikina a ke komohana ë Office of Hawaiian Affairs from She was incredibly strong. time. Her favorite spots along He wahine hana nui ‘o Kïna‘u Boyd Kamali‘i 1992-1996, she focused on issues Kïna‘u was born in Honolulu the windward coast for fishing Mau loa ka mahalo no ia lei ha‘aheo o ka lähui including health, repatriation of on Oct. 24, 1930, to Victor included Punalu‘u and Hau‘ula, Auë ho‘i ë, ola ke aloha ë! iwi kupuna, historic sites pres- Keli‘imaika‘i Boyd and Elizabeth where the family spent many ervation and more. In the state Kealoha Duvauchelle. She was summers,” Na‘u said. Legislature, she served in the the granddaughter of Robert Kïna‘u Boyd Kamali‘i had As the heavenly pool of Külanihäko‘i is stilled House representing Waikïkï and Näpunakö Boyd, who along with great conviction, a zest for life, Dark clouds stand in the calm Ala Moana districts. Her proudest Robert Wilcox, led the revolution and was an outspoken leader. She The purple clouds of Käne amass high above accomplishment was serving as in 1895 to restore power to Queen was fair, honest, hardworking and Sacred waters rise, Hawai‘i experiences a downpour the chair of the Native Hawaiian Lili‘uokalani. Robert Näpunakö loved to have fun. Although she These are tears of the ancestors Study commission, to which she Boyd was the son of Edward could be “po‘o pa‘akikï” (stub- That give life to new sprouts, green and verdant was appointed by U.S. President Harbottle Boyd of Maunawili, and born) and sometimes gruff, she My cousin now travels the path of no return Ronald Reagan. Beke Adams. E.H. Boyd also had was filled with aloha and shared Asleep in the comfort of Niolopua Aunty Kïna‘u was a longtime elder children from Beke’s sis- it with many. Besides Na‘u, At rest in the embrace of Akua member of the Prince Kühiö ter, Maria Hi‘o Adams. Their son, Kïna‘u Boyd Kamali‘i is sur- And the ancestral guides from east to west Hawaiian Civic Club, proudly James Harbottle ‘A‘alapuna Boyd, vived by another daughter, Sissi, Kïna‘u Boyd Kamali‘i is a woman of great accomplishment wearing the club’s purple silk lei, along with Helen Manu‘ailehua son Rudolph Kamali‘i Jr., sister Endless is our admiration for this proud adornment of our people her favorite color. She served as Cleghorn, daughter of Governor Yvonne Kealoha “Blondie” Boyd the club’s president for several Archibald Scott Cleghorn, are Erickson, many cousins, friends Alas, her love lives on! years and was an active delegate my great-grandparents. Another and colleagues. Aloha nö ... - NU HOU • NEWS K–EK–EMAPA2005 | 11

applicants to fill various school positions. BRIEFS Both organizations are located in Waimea on Hawai‘i island and are committed to per- Continued from page 7 petuating Hawaiian language, culture and traditions. The classes will be offered through Alu They are accepting applications for the Like’s Native Hawaiian Literacy Services following positions: Project and run from Jan. 18 to March 15 • Paraprofessional /educational in Nänäkuli and Kaka‘ako. For informa- assistant tion, call Kawai Aona-Ueoka at 535-1361 • K-2 elementary teacher or Yoletta Boucher at 668-0555. • Middle school language arts teacher • Certified special education teacher • Teacher trainer Run for justice • Curriculum planner • Human resource specialist The ‘Ïlio‘ulaokalani Coalition will hold • Principle investigator/grants manager a Kü i ka Pono Run for Justice around an Submit resumes by email to easy 2.5-mile course in downtown Honolulu [email protected], fax to 808-887-0030 on Jan. 15, with divisions for bicyclists, run- or mail to P.O. Box 6511, Kamuela, HI The mainland council of the AHCC comprises 11 clubs from Alaska to the west coast to Wahington, D.C. ners, walkers and groups. Schools, hälau, 96743. No phone calls please. Photo: courtesy of AHCC clubs, classes, families and companies are encouraged to participate. urging Congress and the State The event is part of a three-day celebra- Med school prep Civic action Legislature to continue supporting tion that culminates with a vigil to remem- the Native Hawaiian Government ber the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. The Association of UH Mänoa’s John A. Burns School of Reorganization Act (the Akaka On the day of the run, the grounds of ‘Iolani Medicine is currently accepting applications Hawaiian Civic Clubs Bill) was overwhelmingly reaf- Palace will be filled with food and infor- for a program that prepares students from firmed by the body of delegates, mation booths, and Hawaiian art and craft holds another suc- Hawai‘i and throughout the Pacific for the although the Queen Emma and Ka vendors. rigors of medical school. cessful convention Lei Maile Ali‘i Hawaiian Civic Special rates are available for early reg- The ‘Imi Ho‘öla Post-Baccalaureate pro- Clubs opposed it. Opposing testi- istration, which ends on Dec. 26. The early gram is a 12-month series of workshops, By Manu Boyd mony by a number of individuals entry fee is $15 and includes a special edi- seminars and lectures that help develop Public Information Director centered on proposed amendments tion black Kü i ka Pono T-shirt; $10 without critical thinking skills, allow participants to to the legislation that have yet to be event T-shirt. Late entry fee will cost $20 interact with medical students and faculty n October, the Association of acted on by Congress. and includes event T-shirt; $15 without T- and provide networking opportunities with Hawaiian Civic Clubs (AHCC) The ‘Aha Mele Hawaiian choral shirt. Event packets pickup is Jan. 7, from medical professionals. held another successful conven- singing competition was won by the 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Kalihi Kai Elementary I The application deadline for the 2006- tion – their 46th – bringing 440 Waimea Hawaiian Civic Club, who parking lot. The event starts at 7 a.m. on 2007 school year is Jan. 13. Applicants must Hawaiians together from through- beautifully performed Keawaiki and Jan. 15. be from a disadvantaged background and out Hawai‘i and the continent to Ke Akua Mana ë. Among other con- For information, call 753-9773 or visit demonstrate a commitment to serve areas of discuss matters of importance to vention honorees were JoAnn Stark of www.ilio.org. need in Hawai‘i and the Pacific. For infor- ‘öiwi Hawai‘i. Founded by Prince the Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu mation, call Nanette Kapulani Judd at 692- Kühiö in 1918 as the original entity for outstanding civic club member; ¯ 1030, or write to University of Hawai‘i at now known as the Hawaiian Civic ‘Äinahau o Kaleponi for outstanding Kanu o ka ‘Aina jobs Mänoa; John A. Burns School of Medicine; Club of Honolulu, the association Hawaiian civic club; and Nälani Olds ‘Imi Ho‘öla Post-Baccalaureate Program; now includes 48 clubs – 36 in for outstanding Hawaiian non-civic Kanu o ka ‘Äina Learning ‘Ohana, in 651 Ilao Street MEB 3rd Floor; Honolulu, Hawai‘i and 11 on the continent. club member. A brand-new club in partnership with Kanu o ka ‘Äina New Hi 96813. Like a legislative body, individu- Chicago was chartered: the Ka Ali‘i Century Public Charter School, is seeking al clubs introduce resolutions relat- Victoria Hawaiian Civic Club. ing to Native Hawaiian commu- Under the leadership of AHCC nity concerns ranging from health President Toni Lee, this year’s theme, important lessons being learned could WAO KELE eventually be applied to other ceded to education to sovereignty. Many “Ho‘oikaika i ka Waiwai Na‘auao lands areas. weeks before the fall convention, o nä ‘Öiwi: Strengthen the Value Continued from page 8 clubs review all resolutions submit- of Wisdom for the Future” set the “My idea is to prove something in ted, discuss them, propose amend- tone for a productive and enjoyable out having to have a state agency to baby-sit this forest that can be used on ceded ments and take formal positions. convention. Hosted by the Hawai‘i us,” he says. “And the state can learn lands across the state,” Dedman says. At the convention, subject matter Council, this year’s four-day event from Hawaiians how to manage the land “I envision all ceded lands eventually committees spend hours discussing, was held at the Fairmont Orchid culturally. It’s not all about science; it’s being put to physical use, such as hula amending and debating the merits Mauna Lani in South Kohala. Next about the native people too. We’re part hälau having areas set aside to propagate of the measures. year’s convention will be hosted by of the forest.” their native lei plants. It’s the greatest In all, 36 resolutions were the O‘ahu Council, and will be held classroom there is to show mälama and acted on by the convention del- Oct. 23-29, 2006, at the Waikïkï hile they might disagree on some responsibility, and I think it will spread issues, the people involved in – that the state will say, if it works here, egates. One measure, a resolution Beach Marriot. W negotiating the deal all say that the why not elsewhere?” – – 12 | KEKEMAPA2005 KU¯KA¯KU¯KA¯ • DISCUSSION FORUM Mänoa Cemetery cleanup offers workable approach to burial issues Respecting küpuna and their families should be the focus

By Puanani Akaka Cainde The church responded immediately. Working with Ku‘iwalu, Editor’s note: Puanani its consultant on historic pres- Akaka Cainde is the chairper- ervation, cultural resource plan- son of the Board of Trustees ning and protocols related to for Kawaiaha’o Church, which Hawaiian burials, a process was founded the historic cemetery established that would include fronting Mänoa Valley Theatre. all stakeholders in the planning of the cleanup. Known descen- very day, thousands of dants of those buried at the cem- people drive past a mod- etery were contacted for their Eest cemetery across from input and to assure them that the fire station on East Mänoa any cleanup activities in the Volunteers pitch in at the cemetery cleanup. Inset: cemetery expert Nanette Napolean briefs the workers on protocol. Below: a walkway waits Road where the Mänoa Valley cemetery would be appropriate to be repaved. - Photos: courtesy of Kawaiaha‘o Church Theater (MVT) sits, unaware of and respectful. its rich cultural history. Mänoa Kawaiaha‘o Church then by several moving oli, or chants, Cemetery was founded in 1823 brought together descendants, offered by haumäna (students) by Kawaiaha‘o Church and, as MVT management and oth- of Hälau Kü Mäna. Cemetery one of the oldest cemeteries in ers coordinating the cleanup expert Nanette Napoleon briefed Hawai‘i, it occupies a special to develop culturally appropri- the volunteers on the cemetery place in the history of Hawaiian ate guidelines on how best to and its historical significance burials. remove debris and prune plants before going over the cleanup After Kuhina Nui Ka‘ahumanu in the cemetery without dis- protocols and guidelines. converted to Christianity, she turbing the family gravesites, An incredible amount of gifted this plot of land in Mänoa including the many unmarked foliage and debris were hauled to Kawaiaha‘o Church for a sites. away, but more importantly, a Christian cemetery. Thus, Mänoa More than 200 volunteers greater public awareness and Cemetery marks the transition showed up, representing Mänoa respect for Hawaiian traditions from traditional Hawaiian to Valley Theater, Mälama o Mänoa, was realized. In honoring the Christian burials. Many graves Kawaiaha‘o Church, Hälau Kü iwi küpuna, all were reminded are marked not by headstones, Mäna Charter School, neighbor- that Mänoa Valley was once full according to the Christian hood residents and descendant of Hawaiian families. Many also practice, but by the placement families. Flyers were passed learned that in something as of stones and their proxim- out detailing activities to avoid, sacred as ancestral burials, fam- ity to trees, following Hawaiian such as removing stones, turning ily traditions must prevail. tradition. the soil by uprooting plants and The most rewarding outcome A recent lecture on the history vines, and dragging branches is the families’ reacquaintance of Mänoa Cemetery, hosted by or debris across the property, and renewed commitment to respect for our ancestors.” continue to kähea (call out to) the lessee MVT, included a plea to which could disturb markers and mälama their küpuna. Those After many recent stories in the families of descendants at Mänoa, kökua a major cleanup of the the graves themselves. Because who came were thankful for the news about controversies related Ka Mö‘ili‘ili, and Kawaiaha‘o theater and cemetery grounds. certain types of trees – includ- cleaning and pleased with the to Hawaiian burials, it is gratify- cemeteries. We will be updating The thought of 200 neighbors ing ti, loulu and plumeria – were sensitivity shown. ing to discover an approach that their family registries for future working in the small grave- planted by families as mark- One family member, yields a constructive outcome. reference and ask families to con- yard prompted Mänoa resident ers, the guidelines specified that Kahalaopuna Motoyama, said Kawaiaha‘o Church believes tact either Kahu Kekuna directly Kim Ku‘ulei Birnie to ask both only koa haole and short shrubs after the cleanup that “the suc- bringing together the families and at 522-1333, or they may call Kawaiaha‘o Church and MVT if should be cut. cessful completion of this daunt- other interested individuals is the Lani Ma‘a Lapilio of Ku‘iwalu at the families of the küpuna bur- The cleanup event began with ing task came from a spiritual best model to ensure a pono reso- 539-3589. ied there were being consulted a pule from Kahu Curtis Kekuna unity among those involved. I lution to sensitive issues. on how to clean up the graves. of Kawaiaha‘o Church, followed truly felt everyone worked with Kawaiaha‘o Church wants to Ola nä iwi. The bones live. OLAKINO • YOUR HEALTH K–EK–EMAPA2005 | 13 Keiki should be rooted

of Hawaiian in cultural values families regularly keiki with cultural values and 26%engage in cul- By Claire Ku‘uleilani practices. As the child became tural practices Hughes, more independent, older sib- Dr. PH., R.D. lings and children in the ‘ohana of Native assumed a role in the care of Hawaiian fami- “He ‘a‘ali‘i kü makani mai little ones. Older children mod- 74%lies with chil- au; ‘a‘ohe makani näna e kula‘i eled appropriate behaviors, dren under age five rely on taught simple lessons and pro- family for childcare. I am a wind-resisting ‘a‘ali‘i, tected the young child. Elders no gale can push me over. guided the keiki, taught family With increasing influences coming from outside of the ‘ohana, keiki need to learn their family of Hawaiian traditions and assured lessons histories and cultural traditions. - Photo: KWO Archive families with he roots of the ‘a‘ali‘i were learned well. Gradually, Roles have shifted. The role develop strong family and cul- 37%young children plant grow deep, anchor- the child’s sense of self, his of parents and grandparents as tural roots. Adults who model have grandparents living in Ting the flowering shrub sense of place and his role in the educators has diminished, with appropriate and acceptable the home, compared with to the earth. The ‘a‘ali‘i’s root ‘ohana became clearly defined. instruction now taking place in behaviors will help youngsters the state average of 29%. system holds firmly to its source Older children learned more classrooms amid children and identify and develop ways that In nearly one-third of such of nourishment; therefore, any complex and physically demand- teachers from diverse back- are pono. Building pride in households, grandparents strong wind that blows cannot ing work, like planting and grounds. And our children are community begins with tak- served as caregivers for their uproot the ‘a‘ali‘i. This ‘ölelo weeding the lo‘i and clearing exposed to an incredible amount ing care of our own yards and young grandchildren. reminds us that, if our roots the ‘auwai. Such tedious, hard of information from the media, home. Exposure to cultural and self-identity are strong and work was essential for the fam- such as television, video and activities such as hula, lan- of married- firmly established, we can with- ily’s survival and helped impart movies. guage, woodcarving, weaving couple Hawaiian stand life’s many challenges. cultural values like respect for Changes in societal roles and planting are modern ways 63%families have On the other hand, if our roots hard work and a purposeful life. and exposure to media with- to learn some expectations and both parents working – com- are shallow, we may be unable The child’s skill and mastery of out guidance and discernment essence of the culture. pared to the state average of to face and overcome the chal- tasks were assured by an elder by elders pose a problem. While progression and inte- 57%. lenges. kahu (guardian). The child’s Many challenges and behav- gration of various cultural tra- An individual’s self-identity self-identity, skills, abilities and iors that are not pono confront ditions is inevitable, preserv- Source: Kamehameha begins developing soon after value to the family and com- our children, such as smok- ing some of the uniqueness of Schools’ Ka Huaka‘i report, birth. Surrounded by loving munity were developed during ing, not exercising, and eat- the Hawaiian identity is also available online at www.ksbe. ‘ohana, an infant is nourished these lessons. ing and drinking to an excess. crucial. Assuring a healthy edu/pase/KaHuakai.php. and learns that someone there Today, a new paradigm for These harmful habits may cre- self-image for children con- will always protect and provide socialization and learning create significant lifetime health tinues to reside in the strength Information provided courte- for him. ates huge challenges for devel- challenges. Children who and hearts of Hawaiian fami- sy of Papa Ola Lökahi Native Traditionally, Hawaiian chil- opment of self-image for our are strongly rooted, like the lies. Let’s help our children Hawaiian health initiative, dren were raised in a family-cen- children. Most of our keiki are ‘a‘ali‘i, can withstand many of become like the ‘a‘ali‘i, with www.papaolalokahi.org. tered environment, with parents, now of mixed ethnicities, and life’s challenges. the ability to face the storm grandparents guiding healthy they are raised in diverse, multi- Our children need to learn of challenges yet remain development and nurturing the cultural environments. their family history, so they can strongly rooted.

the values and beliefs of our Melanie Chinen, the administrator perform 600 hours of community Aki Sinoto Consulting and the BURIAL NEWS people.” for the state Historic Preservation service and to apologize in sev- International Archaeological The archaeologist for the Division (SHPD), retrieved the eral newspapers for his actions. Research Institute be fined for Continued from page 9 developer of the project told local skull from New Mexico, where • The state Board of Land and violations that include writing media that that they are follow- it was being held by the U.S. Natural Resources will hold a on a child’s skull with indelible In a written statement, the ing state burial rules and work- Bureau of Indian Affairs. The contested case hearing in the next ink, and using tape and modeling Hawaiian groups Kohanaiki ing with a group of Hawaiians Maui/Läna‘i Burial Council and few months to determine whether clay to hold remains together. ‘Ohana, Pono i ke Känäwai and with family connections to the SHPD will now determine where two archaeological firms will In a written statement, the Nä Keiki He‘e Nalu o Hawai‘i property. the skull will be reburied. have to pay $210,000 in state two archaeological firms denied threatened legal action if they • The 200-year-old Native After failing to auction off the fines for alleged infractions com- any wrongdoing. “We are pro- were not included in the con- Hawaiian skull that a California skull on eBay in February 2004, mitted while conducting work fessionals and carried out our sultation process, which they man took from a Maui construc- Jerry David Hasson, 57, sold the on Hawaiian remains unearthed work in the most profession- characterized as a “conspiracy tion site in 1969 and attempted skull to an undercover federal during construction of the Wal- al manner possible to insure to defraud the Hawaiian commu- to sell on eBay last year is finally agent for $2,500. He was convict- Mart superblock on Ke‘eaumoku full compliance with appli- nity and keep secret a significant back in Hawai‘i. ed for breaking federal burial law Street. cable statutes and regulations,” archeological find that represents In November, Ayau and and ordered to pay a $13,000 fine, SHPD recommended that the statement said. 2005 was a productive yet turbulent year for the Hawaiian community, as Native Hawaiians struggled with the political issues of self-determination and 2005 in Review federal recognition, while seeing their trusts and programs suffer disappointing setbacks in the courts. Here’s a recap of some of the year’s headlines.

ing construction of the Ke‘eaumoku Street Wal-Mart is delayed court’s dismissal of the Arakaki lawsuit, which challenges the • Development construction in Kona uncovers a major collection of Ianuali indefinitely after the state launches an investigation into alleged Iune constitutionality of OHA and the Department of Hawaiian Home Hawaiian artifacts buried in a lava tube. A variety of parties are • Mandatory leaseholdJ conversionanuary is repealed by the “desecration and injury” to the remains, which have been stored • The voyagingJune canoes Höküle‘a and Höküalaka‘i carry a cultural Lands. However, the court rules that the plaintiffs may sue over now in discussion over what to do with the objects. Honolulu City Council. Supporters of ali‘i trusts hail in a trailer at the site. The state eventually levies a $210,000 fine delegation to the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands of Nihoa and OHA’s use of state tax funds. The case will now proceed back to • Kamehameha Schools purchases lands surrounding Mo‘okini the repeal as a victory for future Hawaiian generations. against the archaeologist on the project, but that ruling is currently Mokumanamana. Kumu Hula Pualani Kanahele and others conduct the lower court for trial on that issue. Heiau in Kohala to protect the site from development. • Sen. Daniel Akaka introduces the 2005 version of under appeal. a solstice ceremony on Mokumanamana to re-establish a cultural his Hawaiian recognition bill in the Senate. and spiritual link to what some call the “küpuna islands.” • Läna‘i’s Sol Kaho‘ohalala leaves his newly • UH Mänoa’s law school establishes a Center for Excellence in Kepakemapa Nowemapa re-elected state House seat to direct the ‘Apelila Native Hawaiian Law, to focus on Hawaiian legal issues and sup- • The state signs a landmark conservationSeptember agreement to transfer con- • OHA marks 25 years since theNovember agency’s first Board of Trustees was Kaho‘olawe Island Reserve Commission. • The UH Board of RegentsApril approves new master’s degree pro- port Native Hawaiian law students. trol of Hawai‘i island’s 25,000-acre Wao Kele o Puna rainforest to elected in November 1980. grams in Hawaiian language and Hawaiian studies at Mänoa. OHA. The last unprotected lowland native forest of its kind, Wao • Hopes for passage of the Akaka Bill this year • In a rare appearance at Merrie Monarch on their hälau’s 30th Kele has long been at the center of controversy over native access fade as the congressional session draws to an Pepeluali anniversary, the men of Robert Cazimero’s Nä Kamalei sweep the Iulai rights and geothermal drilling for electricity generation. end. Supporters vow to press for passage of • The first-ever Grammy forFebruary Hawaiian music is awarded in L.A. men’s kahiko, ‘auana and overall titles. Maile Francisco of Sonny • A promised July Senate debate on the Akaka Bill is postponed after • Supporters of the Akaka Bill attempt to force a Senate vote on the the measure again when 109th Congress’ The award becomes somewhat controversial, how- Ching’s Hälau Nä Mamo o Pu‘uanahulu is named Miss Aloha Hula several Republican senators place holds on the measure. measure through a procedure known as cloture. The scheduled clo- second session begins in January, and Sen. ever, when it is won by an instrumental slack- – an unprecedented third soloist title in a row for a hälau. • The Army releases a draft environmental impact statement on its ture vote is postponed, however, due to the Hurricane Katrina emer- Akaka says he “remains confident” that the key compilation album, Slack Key Guitar • The State Auditor releases an audit of OHA that is critical in some continued use of live-fire training in Mäkua gency. Meanwhile, Sen. Akaka proposes major amendments to the bill will be voted on by the current members Volume 2, over such nominees as the Brothers respects but notes marked improvements in others. Valley. The EIS, prepared as part of a legal bill to assuage Bush administration concerns. of congress. Cazimero, Ho‘okena, Keali‘i Reichel, and settlement with Hawaiian and environmental • The Hawai‘i Supreme Court rules Willie K and Amy Hanaiali‘i Gilliom. groups, is criticized by opponents for not thor- against OHA in the agency’s long- • Aaron Mahi leaves the Royal Hawaiian Band after Mei oughly considering alternative locations and running suit to recover Honolulu Ke¯ke¯mapa newly elected Mayor Mufi Hannemann replaces him • Hawaiian-relatedMay bills that succeed at the end of the state leg- not conducting expected archaeological airport ceded lands revenue from • The third annual “State ofDecember OHA and the Hawaiian Community” with Pearl City High School band director Michael islative session include tougher burial law penalties, designated surveys. the state. The court once again refers address is given by OHA Board Chairperson Haunani Nakasone. Some in the Hawaiian community protest Mahi’s ouster funding to protect vital “legacy land” natural areas and a fiscal • A federal spending bill intro- the issue to the Legislature for a Apoliona at Kawaiaha‘o Church. after 23 years as bandmaster. autonomy bill for OHA. duced in the U.S. Senate political resolution. • The state Land Board approves a marine-refuge plan banning com- includes $63 million in • Federal judge David Ezra sets a deadline for mercial fishing in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. Soon after- funding for Native Hawaiian the “Forbes Cave” burial objects to be returned Malaki ward, Rep. Ed Case proposes similar rules for the more extensive programs. to Bishop Museum. However, an appeals court • A federal review March committee affirms its earlier recommendation federal waters in the region. cancels the deadline while an appeal is pending that the repatriation of 83 “Forbes Cave” artifacts was flawed and • After protests by farmers, UH promises not to conduct genetic in the case. incomplete. Two claimants subsequently file a lawsuit seeking the modification research on Hawaiian varieties of kalo without first ‘Aukake return of the items, which were reburied by the repatriation group consulting with Hawaiians about cultural concerns. • A federal appeals courtAugust rules that Kamehameha Schools’ Hawaiian- Hui Mälama i nä Küpuna o Hawai‘i Nei after Bishop Museum • The Hälawa-Luluku Interpretive Development project releases a preference admission policy violates federal civil-rights ‘Okakopa granted the group a one-year loan of the objects. draft of its federally mandated plan to mitigate the cultural impact law. Following the ruling, thousands of Hawaiians and • In one of OHA’s largest Octobergrant appropriations ever, trustees com- • The Akaka Bill passes the Senate Indian Affairs Committee and of the H-3 freeway. The plan calls for cultural and education facili- their supporters march in outrage throughout the mit up to $4.4 million over the next two years to help Hawaiian- in the process is amended to clarify that it would not make Native ties in four distinct areas, to be used for cultural healing, preserva- islands and on the continent. The school’s appeal focused charter schools. Hawaiians eligible for federal Indian programs and services. tion, education and religious purposes. of the ruling is still pending. • OHA is sued over its use of ceded lands revenue for Hawaiians of • The reburial of Hawaiian remains that had been unearthed dur- • The same appeals court affirms most of a lower less than 50 percent blood quantum. 2005 was a productive yet turbulent year for the Hawaiian community, as Native Hawaiians struggled with the political issues of self-determination and federal recognition, while seeing their trusts and programs suffer disappointing setbacks in the courts. Here’s a recap of some of the year’s headlines.

Growing Native If you kept your cassette Hawaiian player just so you could Plants do the oral exercises in Heidi Leiänuenue Kahikähealani Wight’s popu- The gods be praised Bornhorst lar 1992 Hawaiian instruc- Bess Press; $14.95 Attention to cultural detail helps the new children’s book tional book, you can finally throw it out. Bess Press just Akua Hawai‘i break new ground in telling the stories of Growing released the updated ver- Hawai‘i’s sion of the course, which Hawaiian deities Native Plants comes with a book and two Kerin E. Lilleeng- Akua Hawai‘i CDs. It’s like taking one of Written by Rosenberger Mutual Publishing; $44.95 Wight’s ‘ölelo Hawai‘i class- Kimo Armitage es at Kapi‘olani Community Illustrated by College without leaving your Always wanted to grow Solomon Enos native Hawaiian plants but home. A helpful supplement Bishop Museum thought they were too dif- to the course is Wight’s Press; $16.95 ficult to raise in your home new Illustrated Hawaiian book on flawed depictions of gods, garden? Well, bus’ out your Dictionary. the author and illustrator looked to gardening hat and the lepo the original records of Hawaiian gloves, the just-starting- history: the ancient chants and fo-rust pruning sheers and ‘O Käwika prayers. In addition, to ensure the the – nail clippers? At least Kaläkaua Written by Ruby accuracy of the gods’ clothes, they hunt down your reading Hasegawa Lowe visited with Betty Kam, collections glasses, because two books Illustrated by Robin specialist at Bishop Museum, to (yes, they are two separate Yoko Racoma view the museum’s cache of tradi- books with nearly identical Kamehameha Schools Press; $9.95 tional kapa. As a result, the book’s titles) have been released characters are presented wearing that focus on growing native Princess pre-contact malo, or loincloth, Hawaiian plants in your Pauahi which do not have the extra frontal garden. Written by Julie flap over the garment. In their respective books, Stewart Williams Illustrated by Robin In total, Armitage spent four longtime horticultural- Yoko Racoma The Hawaiian god of the sky, Wa¯kea, warmly embraces his wahine, Papaha¯naumoku, the years researching the book, an ists Heidi Bornhorst and Kamehameha Schools Press; $9.95 goddess of the earth. - Photo: courtesy of Bishop Museum Press amazing amount of time for a Kerin Lilleeng-Rosenberger children’s book, but something explain that with just the By Sterling Kini Wong Kamehameha Schools short biographies and stories on he said was a necessity. “I think right amount of work, your Publications Editor Press continues to educate the divine beings, some better everyone who writes a book on backyard could be filled keiki about Hawai‘i’s ali‘i f the almost 30 known than others, all hand-picked Hawaiian culture, even a children’s with such plants as the with the release of its two Hawaiian deities by Armitage. Perhaps what will book, should do the same [amount endangered native gardenia, newest books. ‘O Käwika Oauthor Kimo Armitage most appeal to keiki are Solomon of research].” several rare native hibiscus Kaläkaua is the Hawaiian touches on in his new keiki book Enos’ dramatic watercolor paint- Akua Hawai‘i’s cultural authentic- species, maile or even a koa translation of the 1999 biog- Akua Hawai‘i, there is a hidden ings, which capture the warmth, ity carries the book into some sensi- tree. And for the truly ambi- raphy of Kaläkaua, published reason – the kaona – as to why dignity and power of the gods. tive areas not normally addressed in tious gardener, Lilleeng- in the school’s Hawaiian he chose the lesser known fishing Standout images include a fero- children’s books, such as incest, war Rosenberger even teaches Monarchy Series. Translated god ‘Ai‘aiakü‘ulakai to grace the cious Kamapua‘a, in his pig form, and nudity. Armitage recalls discuss- how to get those stubborn by Kamakänealoha Hopkins, book’s cover. about to raze chief Olopana’s ing with Enos where to place a leaf native seeds to germinate. this book is an outstand- Just as ‘Ai‘aiakü‘ulakai trav- army; a procession of people on one of the figures in the book. “It (That’s when you’ll need ing introduction for young eled throughout the islands to emerging from Haumea, the god- felt like we were talking about Adam the nail clippers.) Hawaiian language immer- teach Hawaiians fishing prayers dess of childbirth; and the war god and Eve,” he said. “But we didn’t sion students to the life and protocols, Armitage said he Kü, whose startled eyes hint at his want that to be an issue. Our main Learn and accomplishments of wants Akua Hawai‘i to teach chil- humanness. goal was to be as accurate as pos- Hawaiian at the seventh monarch of the dren about the gods of Hawai‘i But Akua Hawai‘i isn’t a con- sible. These aren’t my stories; they Home Hawaiian Kingdom. Writing Kahikähealani Wight and to help them understand that ventional Hawaiian culture-themed were culled from other sources. This for a slightly younger audi- Bess Press; $24.95 Hawaiians are a very spiritual children’s book. Armitage said that is our culture, this is who we are.” ence, Kamehameha Schools people. with Akua Hawai‘i he and Enos Armitage said that if there is alumna Julie Stewart Illustrated “I want this book to be a spring- wanted to reassess how Hawaiian enough interest in Akua Hawai‘i, he Williams chronicles the life Hawaiian board for kids’ interests,” he said. gods were portrayed in previously would like to do an entire series on of her alma mater’s founder Dictionary “But this isn’t only for kids, it’s published books. “The images of Hawaiian gods, grouping them by the in Princess Pauahi. for everyone. I see it as a reference the gods aren’t always accurate,” disciplines they are associated with, Kahikähealani Wight Bess Press; $9.95 a book, something that will incite Armitage said. “In a lot of books, such as canoe gods or hula gods. See BOOKS on page 18 dialogue.” authenticity was sacrificed for Considering the thousands of gods The book is sort of an encyclo- aesthetics.” Hawaiians had, this could be the first pedia on Hawaiian gods, featuring To avoid the trap of basing their book in a very long series. MELE ‘AILANA • ISLAND MUSIC SCENE K–EK–EMAPA2005 | 17

some to be the precursor to the Honolulu With the Leo Nahenahe Singers’ Boy Choir “Hawaiian Christmas” album already a “I was at Pü‘öhala School in Käne‘ohe in hit, Mähoe put together a project for the the late 1960s when Danny Akaka (now Sen. Waimänalo Keiki titled “Mele Kalikimaka,” Akaka) called and asked if I’d consider a featuring many Hawaiian and standard position at Pope Elementary in Waimänalo,” Christmas favorites, and recorded it on the Mähoe remembers. “I said, ‘Yes!’ I would be Tradewinds Records label. A couple of teaching primarily Hawaiian kids, and a per- years later, the group – now called Keiki o manent elementary school position is what Waimänalo – recorded “Surf, Sand & Song,” I preferred. That way, I could incorporate a collection of songs especially fitting Hawaiian studies into all subjects. for children. Both albums have now been “When I got to Pope, I had the entire released as CDs. sixth grade class. When that first year Nearly 30 years later, many of those ended, I sent a letter to the parents asking Waimänalo Keiki continue to perform. what they’d like their children to be learn- Analu ‘Äina, who performed in Israel ing. Several parents suggested forming a Kamakawiwo‘ole’s band, now continues Calling all ‘Waimänalo Keiki’ children’s chorus, and that’s how it all got with Mel Amina. Kevin Kealoha plays at started,” she said. the Hualälai Resort on Hawai‘i island, along Already a member of the Leo Nahenahe with fellow Pope schoolmate Lena Naipo. – ‘auhea ‘oukou? room as an elementary school Singers along with Lynette Ka‘öpüiki Jory McElroy, Cory Käne‘aiakalä, Alika teacher. Paglinawan, Mona Noelani Teves and Kepa and others also play on. Now retired from teaching, Mähoe con- Ethelynne Kaleimokihana Teves, Mähoe had A CD re-release party is scheduled for By Manu Boyd tinues to perform, and she is now also com- a keen ear for music and ‘ölelo Hawai‘i. Sat. Dec. 10 in Honolulu, and “we would Public Information Director mitted to the study of lua (Hawaiian martial “I used to teach hula at Mänoa Park, and like to get as many of the performers togeth- arts) as a member of Pä Ku‘i a Lua. Mona and Ethelyne were dancing,” she says. er for it as possible,” says Mähoe, noting that oelani Kanoho Mähoe is a kumu In the 1970s, her musical talent and teach- “When Ka‘upena (Wong) entered the Parks she is seeking both those who recorded and through and through. As such, ing credentials melded with the establish- and Recreation song composing contest with the many other members of the Waimänalo Nshe is a source of knowledge and ment of the Waimänalo Keiki, a children’s Ku‘u Lei Pïkake, we sang it with him, and chorus. Members are asked to call Analu or has imparted that ‘ike in different settings: singing group she led at Blanche Pope his song won! That’s how we Bev at 259-5357 (after 3 p.m.) for informa- on stage as a performer and in the class- Elementary School that is considered by got started.” tion on the reunion event.

the Spirit,” represents dedicated to haku mele, or one of the group’s jam Ho‘okena the female trio’s attempt the tradition of Hawaiian sessions and includes inter- Treasure II: Hear … to reach out to listeners poetic songs. The two-CD views with band members Lei Pülamahia Brittni Paiva beyond Hawai‘i’s shores. set is a collection of some Cockett, Sean Carroll and Ho‘okena To help do so, they enlisted of Reichel’s best record- the talents of Keith Olsen, ings, including songs writ- t 17, Brittni Kahealani ous Nä Hökü Hanohano who has produced 24 ten by Reichel himself, Kumuhau APaiva’s considerable awards and a Grammy platinum albums with such Hawaiian language profes- Kumuhau musical talent belies her nomination later, they’re groups as Fleetwood Mac, sor Puakea Nogelmeier and tender age. Mentored by still at it. “Lei Pülamahia,” the Grateful Dead and such slack-key legends as Ho‘okena’s second best-of Santana. The CD includes Keoki Kahumoku and Herb album, is a collection of several new tracks and pop Chasing Dreams Nakana Wong. Ohta Jr., Brittni already has some of the group mem- remixes of such Nä Leo Inner Session two Nä Hökü Hanohano bers’ favorite recordings classics as Flying with on’t be fooled by awards (best instrumental over their impressive career. Dtheir debut album’s album and most promising The CD contains digital dragon cover art or their artist) under her belt, both remixes of such Ho‘okena Kamahiwa Kahikina de Silva. local hip hop record label – won this year for her debut standards as Iä ‘Oe e ka Lä, Keali‘i Reichel Kumuhau’s music is smooth album, “Brittni X 3.” Her Kä i ka Hoe and Ho‘okena. nner Session’s Jack contemporary Hawaiian. second release, “Hear …,” IJohnson-ey acoustic rock Their self-titled album fea- shows her musical growth n’ roll sound is refresh- tures a traditional Hawaiian on all three instruments Feel Angels and Saving Forever. ingly different from most song (Queen Lili‘uokalani’s she’s become famous for the Spirit of the music produced Sanoe), a Kalapana cover playing: ‘ukulele, slack-key Na Leo ften lost on Hawaiian by young local bands in (To Be True) and several guitar and electric bass. Pilimehana Omusic listeners – most Hawai‘i today. Their debut original compositions. A of whom don’t speak album features 12 original notable track is Matsonia, t’s been almost 20 years Hawaiian fluently – is the songs written by soulful written by the great-grand- Isince Ho‘okena first appreciation for the poetry lead singer Keao Cockett. mother of one of the band started delighting audiences woven into each composi- Slickly packaged, the album members’ wife. It’s a heart- in Hawai‘i and around the ä Leo Pilimehana’s tion. “Kamahiwa,” Keali‘i also comes with a well-pro- felt mele about a young world. Nine albums, numer- Nnew album, “Feel Reichel’s sixth album, is duced DVD that highlights girl who leaves her family 18 | K–EK–EMAPA2005

book is packed with more than 300 pictures of island BOOKS dream homes by noted pho- tographer David Duncan Continued from page 16 Livingston. Words, Hawaiian DVDs Hawai‘i: Earth & Aloha f Rich Budnick doesn’t want A Sense of Place Eddie & Myrna Kamae Mary Philpotts Ito read another word about McGrath Hawai‘i’s history in the last with Kaui Philpots century, who could blame him? Mutual Publishing; he fourth film in the Kamaes’ Hawaiian Legacy Series and only the second to be formatted to DVD, $45 To write Hawai‘i’s Forgotten TWords, Earth & Aloha examines the history and transformation of Hawaiian music, from its begin- History, Budnick pored over nings as chant and hula songs to the influences of missionary gospel to its use as a tool by Hawaiian pol- rom lauhala mats to rattan 300 books and 8,000 newspa- iticians in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The documentary features such culture and music experts couches, from mounted pers to filter out some of the as Lydia “Mama” Hale, Pualani Kanahele, Clyde “Kindy” Sproat and Andy Cummings. F Hawaiian quilts to Japanese most important and little-known shoji screens, from koa events that occurred in Hawai‘i th bowls to the most delicate during the 20 century. The China, high-end interior result is a compressed timeline- Kau Lä‘au and Ma‘ama‘a: Traditional Hawaiian Ulua Fishing design in Hawai‘i reflects style book that spotlights 2,001 Charles Langlas and Kate Emma Sample the islands’ multi-ethnic his- Hawai‘i events – many of which tory. In Hawai‘i: A Sense of you may not know happened. Place, interior designer Mary ow available on DVD, Kau Lä‘au follows the Hauani‘o family of Kalapana as they fish for ulua Philpotts McGrath traces the Nusing the traditional Hawaiian style of hang baiting with an ‘öhi‘a pole. While the ulua proves elu- evolution of the idealized Hawai‘i’s sive for the camera, Kau Lä‘au provides a fascinating look into the Hauani‘o’s fishing traditions, passed island home, and describes Forgotten History down from generation to generation. The film, which was funded by the Hawai‘i Council for Humanities how it has been influenced by Rich Budnick and OHA, features interviews with family members and details their fishing protocols and techniques for Aloha Press; $14.95 nearly every group of people gathering ‘öhi‘a, soaking fishing lines and chumming the water. that arrived in Hawai‘i. The ��

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Artist and writer Lufi Matä‘afa Luteru, whose inoa Hawai‘i is Ka‘analike, draws her main inspiration from the spirit and power of the goddesses and women of Oceania. Lufi is currently an artist in residence with Honolulu Community College’s Native Hawaiian Center. An exhibition of her work is on display through Dec. 9 at HCC’s Dillingham campus Hawaiian DVDs – building 7, room 432. aiwi native hawaiian journal In collaboration with ‘Öiwi: A Native Hawaiian Journal, Ka Wai Ola regularly showcases works by Kanaka Maoli writers and artists. Submit your writings or artwork to ‘Öiwi at: P.O. Box 61218, Honolulu, HI 96839- ‘ö 1218. For information, call (808) 956-3031 or visit www.hawaii.edu/oiwi. He aha ia mea Hawai‘i? Na Lufi A. Matä‘afa Luteru

We are people of the land Worshippers of many glorious Gods Origin of true aloha Master navigators Symbiotic beings of nature Children of Papahänaumoku and Wäkea Siblings of Häloanakalaukapalili Discovered by greedy kanaka ‘ë Subjugated at the hands of covetous transgressors Innocent recipients of horrendous, defiling diseases Wahine sterile, lost heirs— He aha ia mea Hawai‘i? Ali‘i misled by whispered promises of fortune— He aha ia mea Hawai‘i? Introduced to a foreign God by the ‘black box’ people— Hea aha ia mea Hawai‘i? Mouths taped, backs beaten— ¯ He aha ia mea Hawai‘i? Mother tongue silenced Mehana o ka L a Resurgence of hope by sovereign, pride-filled youth Voices awaken, na‘au stirs to life Emerging out of pö Ancestors speak again, history is shared— Ma ka ‘ölelo Hawai‘i Wahine speaking to their unborn children Ma ka ‘ölelo Hawai‘i Keiki utter their first words— Ma ka ‘ölelo Hawai‘i ‘Ölelo haole eradicated! Wäkea once again showers his son Häloa In untold numbers of lo‘i kalo We are kanaka maoli on the verge of revolution! ¯ ‘ele P o – – - 20 | KEKEMAPA2005 NA HANANA • EVENTS

Kapa moe exhibit Honolulu Academy of Arts Hula at Tuesdays – Sundays, Dec. 21 - April 9 Volcano Art Center $7 general; $4 seniors; keiki under 12 free. Sat., Dec. 10, 9:30 a.m. 532-8700. Featuring Hälau Hula ka Makani Hali ‘Ala o Puna and Hawaiian craft demonstra- tions. Volcano Art Center, Volcanoes National Park. Free; park fees apply. 808- 967-8222.

Tui Tonga Canoe Festival Sat., Dec. 10, 8 a.m. (race at 10:30) A race and canoe clinic with some of the sport’s best pad- dlers. Keauhou Bay, Kailua- SleepingBy Sterling Kini Wong beauties Kona. Entry fee: $40. 808- Publications Editor academy’s collection of about a that several of them have as many itself, each blanket is a piece of dozen kapa moe pieces, all of as five layers of kapa. art in its own right. 969-6695. tarting in late December, which date back to the 19th and Kapa makers usually decorate Oka said that the pieces in the Honolulu Academy of early 20th centuries and were their blankets – in most cases the exhibit will represent a wide Maˉkaha Sons Arts will present an exhibit donated to the academy. just the top layer – with elabo- array of designs, some traditional Christmas concert S Sat., Dec. 17, 8 p.m. on kapa moe, which are tradition- Exhibit curator Sara Oka said rate geometric patterns using ink and others more contemporary. al Hawaiian blankets made from that most of the blankets are quite made from various plants. With She noted that the flower motif Mäkaha Sons spread their the pounded inner bark of the large, about three feet longer than the amount of detail evident in pattern on one particular blan- Christmas cheer in Hilo. UH wauke tree, or paper mulberry. an average king size bed with the designs, and with the quality ket almost resembles that of a Hilo Theatre. $30 in advance; The exhibit will feature the about the same width. She added of the craftsmanship in the kapa Hawaiian quilt. $35 at door. 808-990-0474. Mali‘o: The Women of Hawaiian Songs and Masters of Hawaiian Instruments Magic fingers Sat., Dec. 17, 1:30 p.m. Slack Key Guitar A Maiki Aiu Foundation concert featuring some of Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Resort Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. today’s top female Hawaiian musicians. Mission Memorial (Some shows feature two Auditorium, Honolulu. Free. performances, at 6 and 8:30 p.m.) $40 general; $30 for 428-3434 or 227-0600. residents with state driver’s license 808-669-3858, or Hulihe‘e Palace concert toll-free: 888-669-3858 Sun., Dec. 18, 4 p.m. www.slackkey.com A concert in honor of Princess Pauahi, featuring the Merrie Monarch Glee Club and Hälau Nä Pua U‘i Key Guitar Vol. 1, and the sec- o Hawai‘i. Hulihe‘e Palace, ond volume is currently in the Kailua Kona. Free. 808-329- works. Organizers of the series 1877. Ledward Ka‘apana (foreground) joins host George Kahumoku at a Masters of Slack Key concert. Photo : slackkey.com are also working on a pilot that could be turned into a regular ‘Iolani Palace By Sterling Kini Wong evening tours Publications Editor The series, which is in the ists to reveal the personal expe- show for National Public Radio. middle of its third year, show- riences behind the songs they’ve Upcoming performances in Wed. & Thu., Dec. 28 & very Wednesday night, cases some of the biggest names written. Audience members the series include: 29, 6-8:30 p.m. the Masters of Hawaiian in slack key each week, with also gain insight into the music Dec. 7 – Martin Pahinui Special evening tours of Slack Key Guitar Concert regular performances by such by listening to the guest art- Dec. 14 – Keoki Kahumoku the palace to commemorate E Queen Kapi‘olani’s birthday. Series transforms a little the- top artists as Ledward Ka‘apana, ists interact with slack key leg- Dec. 21 – Cyril Pahinui ater in the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Martin Pahinui, Cyril Pahinui end George Kahumoku Jr., who Dec. 28 – Ledward Ka‘apana ‘Iolani Palace, Honolulu. $12 Resort into a backyard jam ses- and Dennis Kamakahi. serves as the show’s emcee. (6 & 8:30 p.m.) adults; $2 children13-19; sion, and in the process has One of the show’s appeals is Audio recordings of the series Jan. 4 – Dennis Kamakahi keiki under 12 free. 522- turned the hotel into one of its informal, talk-story format. have already resulted in one Jan. 11 – John Keawe 0822. Maui’s premiere venues to hear Held in a small theater, the inti- award-winning compilation CD, Jan. 18 – TBA Hawaiian music. mate setting inspires some art- The Masters of Hawaiian Slack Jan. 25 – Cyril Pahinui LEO ‘ELELE • TRUSTEE MESSAGES K–EK–EMAPA2005 | 21 Success for Hawaiians lies in our Wrapping up 2005 talents, skills, partnerships Haunani Apoliona, MSW Rowena Akana Chairperson Trustee, At-large Trustee, At-large

ö e nä ‘öiwi ‘ölino, nä pulapula a to proclaim in a unified voice support no‘ai käkou. Another challenging and ceded land claims. The land konohiki Häloa, mai Hawai‘i a Ni‘ihau, a for S. 147. Hawai‘i organizations, labor year for OHA has comes to an would be able to quickly consider private Epuni ke ao mälamalama. Aloha e nä unions and families have and continue ‘Aend. As we look forward to the lands for acquisition. The administration is küpuna kahiko, näna e ho‘oulu mai nei, iä to stand firm in support of S.147 as do coming year, I’d like to take this time to now beginning to look at addressing this käkou e holopono, a loa‘a e ka lei lanakila. national and regional entities. reflect on issues and events from the past concern. E hana käkou me ke ahonui, pili me ka hä year. Also, back in April, I strongly opposed a a ke aloha, ‘oiai e külia i ka nu‘u, a kau “Standing Together For Justice,” features proposal to establish two censors to control i ka ‘iu o luna. Aloha mai käkou i këia endorsements from the Alaska Federation State Legislature what trustees could print in their Ka Wai mahina, ka hopena o ka makahiki. of Native, the National Congress of Although OHA was able to help Nä Ola columns. Thankfully, this threat to American Indians, the Association of Asian Pua No‘eau, the Native Hawaiian Legal free speech was quickly dropped after I As we come to the close of 2005, Pacific Community Health Organizations, Corporation and Alu Like Inc. boost their brought up my concerns in an editorial we acknowledge those who have joined Governors’ Interstate Indian Council, budgets, several of our most important to the Honolulu Advertiser and in my Ka in our collective efforts, and we reflect Japanese American Citizens League, bills ended up dying. For example, ever Wai Ola column. While the chairperson has on work accomplished, work still in Leadership Conference on Civil Rights, since 2001, we’ve tried unsuccessfully to publicly stated that there was no attempt to progress and work yet to come. On Dec. League of United Latin American Citizens, pass legislation that would reestablish the implement the censors, I have a copy of the 7, 2005, the third annual “State of OHA Mexican American Legal Defense and continued funding of OHA from ceded land written recommendation that was given to and the Hawaiian Community” speech Educational Fund, National Asian Pacific revenues. The Legislature needs to define, the trustees. will be delivered at Kawaiaha‘o. This American Legal Consortium, National once and for all, the revenue stream from annual sharing and accounting for the Association for the Advancement of public trust lands that is to be given to OHA Lawsuits work accomplished in the year, the work in Colored People, National Association of for the benefit of Hawaiians. We made some progress in the Arakaki progress pending completion and the work Social Workers, National Coalition of Asian We must also do something to save our lawsuit. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of that lay ahead in the new year measure the Pacific Americans, National Coalition kuleana lands. For the past two years, I Appeals’ denied the Arakaki plaintiffs challenges and opportunities, the triumphs for Asian Pacific American Community have submitted bills that would exempt any standing regarding the Department and the setbacks, the lessons and the Development, National Council of LaRaza, kuleana lands from real property taxes if of Hawaiian Home Lands and ceded land breakthroughs for Native Hawaiians here National Indian Education Association, the land has been continuously occupied by revenues. That just leaves OHA’s matching in Hawai‘i and away from our motherland National Organization of Pacific Islanders the descendants of the original titleholder. I funds from the state, which I feel is pretty experienced as aboriginal, indigenous, in America, Organization of Chinese am determined to give struggling Hawaiian ridiculous since we are a state agency. native people. Americans, Tribal Education Departments families living on kuleana lands the tax relief I was most disappointed by the National Assembly, Virginia Indian Tribal they desperately need to hold on to their October lawsuit filed by Virgil Day, Mel This annual pause and assessment Alliance for Life along with congressional homes and legacy. Ho‘omanawanui, Josiah Ho‘ohuli, Patrick renews the spirit with hope and the will co-sponsors of S. 147, Akaka, Inouye, Kahawaiola‘a and Samuel Kealoha, Jr. to persevere to improve and advance Case, Abercrombie, Smith, Cantwell, Fiscal against OHA. They want OHA to stop conditions for Native Hawaiians. Certainly, Murkowski, Coleman, Dorgan, Stevens, I brought up two concerns when Goldman serving Hawaiians with less than 50 percent Native Hawaiians will not accomplish our Graham, Dodd, Bordallo, Faleomavaega, Sachs and Frank Russell were hired to serve blood through programs such as Nä Pua goals in isolation. The success for Native Grijalva, Moran, Young, Rahall, Cole and as OHA’s two financial managers on Jan. No‘eau and the Native Hawaiian Legal Hawaiians lives in our talent and skill Honda. 16, 2003. First, I felt that their fees were too Corporation. They also want us to stop certainly, but, also in the support and high. Secondly, I argued that we should hire supporting the Akaka Bill. When will we partnership with others. As an example, And in this last month of 2005, we an independent consultant to make sure they learn that a people divided cannot stand? The in the ongoing pursuit of the passage can report the KAU INOA registration is were doing their jobs. Unfortunately, OHA’s only people that will gain from our bickering of the Native Hawaiian Government approaching 50,000 names. With those leadership at the time didn’t agree with me are those who do not want to see Hawaiians Reorganization Act of 2005, S.147, and the many hands, hearts, and minds working and the contracts were approved. I finally got prosper in their own homeland. launch and building of KAU INOA, many collectively to better the future for Native some vindication when state Auditor Marion hands have reached out, many courageous Hawaiians the potentials are limitless. For Higa came out with her April 2005 audit of Federal recognition individuals, families and groups have these hands, hearts and minds working OHA and found that our money managers’ We learned in late July that the previously stepped up to help. collectively to better the future for Native fees were too high and that we should have unheard of Grassroot Institute of Hawai‘i, led Hawaiians, I say mahalo. To all, have a hired an independent consultant to help us by Richard Rowland, had joined Thurston In July, OHA published in the Honolulu blessed and safe holiday season: “blessed evaluate them (which still has not occurred). Twigg-Smith and H. William Burgess in Advertiser the “We the undersigned” are the peacemakers for they will be called opposing the Akaka Bill. These people fed advertisement, a testimony of support for children of God.” OHA begins year 26 in OHA policy Congress false and misleading information S. 147, in which 2,000 individuals affixed 2006, and we will continue to do our best For years now, I have been calling for in an effort to confuse the issue. They say their names for all the world to see. In to serve our Native Hawaiian community. OHA to create a land division to be headed that they are fighting for equality, but I addition, more than 200 individuals, natives by a “land konohiki,” an expert specializing believe they are really motivated by racism. and non-natives assembled at ‘Iolani Palace 13/48 in land acquisition, management, investment Urgent matters, such as Hurricane 22 | K–EK–EMAPA2005 LEO ‘ELELE • TRUSTEE MESSAGES

ended up postponing the Akaka Bill. As program is designed to help make residential as (1) reducing the amount of saturated “bad,” and you’ll never be “ugly.” Here’s of this writing, OHA is planning to lobby care, respite care, adult day care and outreach fat and cholesterol in your diet; (2) losing wishing you all good health and good the Senate in the week before Thanksgiving. nutritional services more affordable for weight can help lower your LDL and total holidays, too! I believe it will be our last chance to get the Native Hawaiian küpuna. cholesterol levels, as well as raise your bill passed this year. Your prayers and guidance, for those of us HDL and lower your triglyceride levels; (3) For those who are overweight and in hardship in 2006, will help to make our incorporating regular physical activity helps diabetic: The Taking Control of Your Elder care journey successful. May the Lord bless and lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, Diabetes conference will be held in On a positive note, I was very pleased keep you all safe this holiday season. Aloha and raise HDL cholesterol levels. Honolulu on Feb. 11, 2006, and on that on June 23, 2005, the Board of Trustees pumehana. Moloka‘i Feb. 12, 2006. For information, approved a grant of $300,000 to help fund You should have your cholesterol call toll-free 800-998-2693 or visit www. the Kupuna Continuing Care Assurance For more information on important checked by your healthcare provider tcoyd.org. Program, which will be administered by Hawaiian issues, check out Trustee Akana’s because high cholesterol has no Lunalilo Home over the next two years. The website at www.rowenaakana.org. symptoms. As always being proactive As always, my staff and I invite your has its rewards. I found the American comments. My OHA access numbers Heart Association’s website www. are: phone 594-1854, fax 594-0210 and americanheart.org very informative. email is [email protected]. Mälama pono, Good, bad or ugly? a hui hou. Keep up with the “good,” control the Dante Keala Carpenter Trustee, O‘ahu

loha mai käkou. I hope everyone So how do we check our cholesterol? Much productivity and community enjoyed their Thanksgiving The American Heart Association notes A turkey day celebration. The that it is best to have your cholesterol involvement this year holiday season is here and keeping on measured at least once every five years track with our health needs to be kept if you are age 20 or older. Of course, Linda K. Dela Cruz a high priority. In my efforts to learn consult your physician to get advice that Trustee, Hawai‘i about a healthy lifestyle, I’ve decided pertains to your individual situation. You to find out more about that critter called will need a fasting blood test called a “cholesterol.” Many people have heard “lipoprotein profile” to find out some about cholesterol through advertisements cholesterol numbers, including “good” loha käkou. Mele Kalikimaka to find solutions to all the impacts and and/or commercials of popular cholesterol cholesterol: total cholesterol, LDL (low- a Hau‘oli Makahiki Hou! I am challenges that are on the horizon, like lowering medication, but what do we density lipoprotein) “bad” cholesterol, Areviewing this past year and I having the Superferry in 2009 without really know about cholesterol? HDL (high-density lipoprotein) “good” think the state of Hawai‘i, OHA, DHHL, infrastructure, traffic, water and cultural cholesterol and triglycerides. To explain Kamehameha Schools and the Hawaiian issues. Each resident should attend at the “good” and “bad” cholesterol a bit communities in Hawai‘i and on the mainland least one of these meetings and share their Cholesterol is a soft, fat-like, waxy more: have worked very hard and accomplished concerns. Hawaiians are so used to “letting substance produced by the liver and it’s much in the past year. the other guy do it” or complaining late; a found in our bloodstream and body’s · LDL (bad) cholesterol is the probable reason why solutions take so long cells. Cholesterol is a normal part of a main source of cholesterol buildup The court cases challenging Hawaiians to achieve. healthy body and is used for producing and blockage in the arteries. When are pending with no rulings as of yet. cell membranes and some hormones too much of it circulates in the Kamehameha Schools seems to be The Waimea Community Association along with serving other essential bodily blood, it can slowly build up in the successful in garnering support for the and the Waimea Development Design Plan functions. So far the information sounds walls of your arteries. schools’ admissions policy. The Legislature is presently holding monthly meetings to okay, so when does cholesterol turn and our governor have worked together on gather resident concerns about reviewing into something bad or ugly? Well, a · HDL (good) cholesterol helps many issues despite the many controversies. the Hawai‘i County General Plan changes. high level of cholesterol in one’s blood remove the “bad” cholesterol from DHHL has made many families happy by I have been attending these meetings also is considered a major risk factor for your arteries and prevents blockage. awarding new lots on Läna‘i, Maui and and have assigned staff as well because I heart disease! When you have too much Higher HDL numbers are better. Hawai‘i. The OHA Akaka Bill Forums want to meet with our beneficiaries to find cholesterol in your blood, cholesterol on television, in the newspapers and in out how OHA can help. When the West and other substances build up in the · Triglycerides is another form of community meetings have been successful Hawai‘i Today newspaper prints articles walls of your arteries, and this buildup fat in your blood and can also add to on all sides of the issues. That was the claiming that OHA is not in the community, is called plaque. The plaque causes your the risk of heart disease. point: all sides had some time to share their they are misinformed. arteries to harden and become narrow. thoughts to each other. As the arteries narrow, the blood flow You should consult your physician to By next year, we should have our Hilo to your heart slows down. Since blood explain what your cholesterol numbers Sen. Colleen Hanabusa, Rep. Scott Saiki and Kona offices fully staffed and ready to carries oxygen to the heart, if not enough mean and to give you an indication of and U.S. Rep. Ed Case have been to the go out into the communities. We continue blood and oxygen is allowed to reach what your cholesterol goals are. Big Island to hear what our communities to provide applications for the Hawaiian your heart, you may suffer chest pains. have to say about what is important to Registry and Kau Inoa and invite you all to The worst-case scenario is if the blood A variety of things can affect us. Rep. Cindy Evans and Councilman visit our offices. May the blessings of the supply is totally blocked and then a heart cholesterol levels and there are things Pete Hoffmann from Waiköloa are working season be with you all. A hui hou käkou. attack follows! you can do maintain a healthy level such hard with the South Kohala communities LEO ‘ELELE • TRUSTEE MESSAGES K–EK–EMAPA2005 | 23

or pineapple radio call to tell Sammy that Together, they traveled to many parts Remembering Samuel Ka‘o¯pu¯iki his cattle were out eating pineapples or of the world to bring honor to Hawaiian standing their ground against pineapple music and hula in their old Läna‘i style. Colette Y. Machado workers who were trying to herd them - Trustee, Moloka‘i and Lana‘i back to their pastures. Ferdinand, the bull, would never budge for anyone but Sammy loved his people, he loved Sammy. his ‘ohana, he loved his island home, he Läna‘i. Sammy, as many also knew him, loved to tell his stories, he loved to smile This month Trustee Machado shares her dedicated his life to the care and love of and in these very complex and critical column space with Sol Kaho‘ohalahala his children, Mäpuana, Owen and Sol. Hunting was just a way of life for days, he understood the importance and his hänai ‘ohana as they celebrate Sammy. He used a Winchester 30-30, and of standing for his rights as a Native the life of Läna‘i’s own Uncle Samuel what a “sharp-eye” he was. He hunted Hawaiian. “Ua mau ke ea o ka ‘äina i ka “Sammy” Kamuela Ka‘öpüiki. The children remember going to Löpä deer, goat and sheep to put food on the pono.” That phrase he truly believed and and camping at the beach for weeks. For table. Meat was divided and wrapped honored. His smile, grace, humbleness, Sammy, fishing was a daily affair to feed for the freezer and given to family sense of humor, concern for others and amuel was born on Dec. 6, 1925, to everyone. Pülehu manini, dried weke and members. During the bird season, there his true spirit of aloha will be missed by Rev. Daniel and Hattie Ka‘öpüiki kala, the sweet taste of raw ‘ama‘ama, were pheasants, turkey, gamble quail, all whose lives he has touched. at Keömuku, Läna‘i. With 13 ‘opihi,‘öhiki, ‘a‘ama and moi. Sammy partridges, chukkar and doves. The land S provided plenty. brothers and sisters, life on the east always said, “ If you want to eat fish, you shores of Läna‘i was simple, grounded in must learn to see the fish.” He definitely “Külia i ka pono” best describes his good values, dependent on a subsistence had “fish eyes.” integrity and character. Upright and lifestyle, with hard work ethics and Then, there was Hawaiian music honest, he was a man of honorable respect for the ‘äina. and hula that Sammy and Elaine had and good deeds. While he walked Every day, Sammy would cut bundles of committed to. The downstairs patio was upon this earth and his beautiful island grass that were neatly tied to his Jeep and the hula studio where hula lessons were home of Läna‘i, we have all been Samuel was married to the late Kumu transported it to where his cattle awaited a part of everyday life. It is where many blessed by his presence and by his Hula Elaine Ka‘öpüiki at Kö‘ele, Läna‘i. in Päläwai. Fixing the puka in the fences lives were nurtured in Hawaiian cultural mana. As we bid him aloha, it would Together they continued to perpetuate was a daily chore to be sure that the values. It is where there were many bring honor to his life if we commit to hula and Hawaiian music for nearly 50 cattle wouldn’t get out into the pineapple moments of sweet four-part harmonizing action and practice but a measure of years on the beautiful little island of fields. There was always that phone call to every Hawaiian song that was sung. his good works.

He Lei Aloha No Samuel Ka‘öpüiki A kanikau, a traditional lamentation, written for Sam Ka‘öpüiki by Puakea Nogelmeier and submitted by Lehua Matsuoka. Häkumakuma ‘o uka o Läna‘ihale Lowering skies cover Läna‘ihale I ka hohola ‘ia mai o ke ao ‘ele‘elekü As dark, laden clouds spread Lulu‘u ‘o luna e käomi mai nei The skies are heavy, pressing down Lulu‘u ‘o loko, mokumokuähua The heart is heavy, burdened by grief Moku ka pilina, ‘o ka makua, ua hala The tie is severed, the makua has passed on ‘O Sam Ka‘öpüiki, aia i ka polikua o Käne Sam Ka‘öpüiki is in Käne’s eternal embrace Känaenae ‘o Näna‘i a puni All of Läna‘i calls out its affection Mänewanewa i ka ‘ae one o Polihua The sands of Polihua are dizzy with sorrow Heahea aloha ‘o Keomoku me Päläwai Keomoku and Päläwai proclaim their love Na wai lä ka pono, i hea lä ka lima kuhi aloha? Who could set it right? Where is the beloved guiding hand? Lei ‘o Maunalei i ka hali‘ali‘a Maunalei wears the garland of loving remembrance I ka pili ‘ala mäpuana i aheahe aku nei For that sweet, familiar fragrance that has wafted away Puïa ke ao i ka hanu o ia pua papa o ka ‘äina, The world was suffused with the scent of that native blossom Mä‘e‘ele Hulupoe, pehia ‘o Pu‘upehe i ke Kona Hulupoe is numbed, Pu‘upehe lashed by Kona winds Ka makani ‘ö‘ale‘ale a‘o Mänele The wind that pierces like a billowing gale at Mänele Mäna‘ona‘o ke ala ‘ä o Kaunolü The rocky paths of Kaunolü are a harsh trail of heartbreak I ka hälo‘ilo‘i o ka waimaka Through the veil of flowing tears Aia nö ka pono i ka la‘i o ke aloha Goodness must come through the peacefulness of love Ma ona lä e pili poli ai, mau a mau Through which we share our closeness, now and forever – – 24 | KEKEMAPA2005 LEO ‘ELELE • TRUSTEE MESSAGES Hawaiian is Hawaiian, regardless In a fast-paced world, take time of blood quantum to enjoy life and family

Boyd P. Mossman Oz Stender Trustee, Maui Trustee, At-large

loha nö. Another month has to the 1920s when the Hawaiian Homes with our surroundings, solidify family passed and the Arakaki case in Act identified those who qualified for oday’s world is a different world relationships and embrace friends so that Athe 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Hawaiian Home Lands as 50 percent than the one I grew up in. We are we may truly enjoy this most special time Appeals received some good news with or more blood quantum, figuring in no Tbombarded daily with deadlines and of the year. As the holidays approach let us the denial of the plaintiffs’ attempt to time there would be none left. Well, activities that cause many of us to lead also look for opportunities to perform as rehear the appeal on the issues they lost. though they’re decreasing rapidly, half stressful lives. Gone are the carefree days many acts of random kindness as we can. The case will likely be headed back to Hawaiians are still around, just check the that I grew up in, and I oftentimes find it Hawai‘i now for further hearings and lawsuits against OHA. I would say check hard to comprehend how things got to be Traditionally, Christmas is a time when trial while our attorneys and the attorney the Hawaiian Homes residents too but it this way. Although modern technology many people remember the birth of Jesus general pursue legal steps to help us appears to me that a large percentage of has made things much easier for us, it has Christ, but Christmas has become much establish our status as an indigenous homesteaders are less than 50 percent also made daily living seem to speed up. more than that. Christmas has become a people. Hawaiian having passed their homes on Modern technology allows us to be almost time when we make it a point to gather to their posterity of less than 50 percent. anywhere at any time with the touch of a with family and friends, a time when finger and has created a population that parties and gift giving is the norm and a The Doe case has received no news, expects things to come quickly and easily. time that is more “commercial” than any which is good news for Kamehameha In any event, as a large “N” Native other time of year. Sadly, it can also be a Schools for now from the 9th Circuit. Hawaiian just shy by 1/16th from being Gone are the days when families sat time when many are depressed or feeling The latest lawsuit against the OHA called a small “n” native Hawaiian, I down together for breakfast and dinner, inadequate because they lack that which trustees by Hawaiians who want only 50 can say that my wife and seven children gone are the days when vacations were many see as “necessary” to participate in percent blood quantum or more to receive all are small “n” native Hawaiians. truly vacations. Today’s families are going the holiday season or to be a participating any benefits from OHA will hopefully be And does someone really care about in so many different directions, sharing member of our society. defeated. Should the Akaka Bill pass, a that? Apparently a few small “n” native daily meals is not possible. Our children convention to create the government and Hawaiians who have a penchant for are inundated with hours of homework, voter base will once and for all resolve the lawsuits do. But the point I make here is organized sports and other activities. You Each and every one of us can make a problem. With a diminishing 50 percent that to me, Hawaiian is Hawaiian and if name it, they participate in them and are difference in the lives of others. An extra population, the likelihood is that the new the AP can recognize this why can’t we? rewarded for excelling in them. Gone are hug, a kind word or a hot meal, even for a nation will not be limited to those 50 Political correctness can create a false the days when children came home from stranger, can make a world of difference for percent and above. And so we continue to sense of security, which in time can erase school and went out to play for hours with someone. Let us promise ourselves, today, battle in the courts with any and all who an entire way of life. How many remember their friends. that this holiday season we will make it would threaten the continued existence of calling the mainland “the mainland” as a point to do something extraordinary for the Hawaiian people as a people, culture, opposed to the “continent” a term my Today, however, private school and someone else. Let us promise ourselves, nation and with a birthright that allows esteemed Uncle Roy Benham and others college applications require not only good today, that random acts of kindness will them to call themselves Hawaiians. demand being used in our daily lives. grades and test scores, but a record of become a part of our daily lives. Let us Well, I like the way I was brought up and participation in sports programs, scouting promise ourselves, today, that we will love so excuse me if I don’t change just to be programs and community service. Job one another and ask each recipient to pass it The recent decision by the Associated culturally and politically correct with the applications require a solid educational on. Let us promise ourselves, today, that we Press that “Hawaiians” refers to the modern day Hawaiians. background and previous experience, and teach our children that they need to be kind, native people of Hawai‘i and not we need great paying jobs to pay off respectful, loving children in a society that just anyone who lives in Hawai‘i is a college loans and to get all the material is full of examples to the contrary. welcome recognition of our existence. I Bottom line, if we don’t pass the Akaka things that will make us look successful. grew up calling myself “Hawaiian” and Bill, it won’t matter one bit – big “N” We have no time to play and to relax. not Native Hawaiian with a big “N” or and small “n” native Hawaiians will no Families are becoming fragmented. It is my hope that each of us will native Hawaiian with a small “n,” trying longer be there to confuse the law books, truly live the sentiment, “Peace on earth, to be politically correct or distinguishing and “Hawaiian” will refer to all residents As the holidays approach and our already goodwill toward men,” not only for this myself as more or less than 50 percent of Hawai‘i and the AP will have to again busy lives become almost frantic and out of holiday season but for the rest of our Hawaiian. State laws have imposed change its definition of “Hawaiian” to control, let each of us take a moment to lives. Let there be peace on earth, and let these distinctions and that reverts back include all residents of Hawai‘i. slow down, take a deep breath, get in touch it begin with us.

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Aki/Kaiahua — The descendants My great-grandma said they worked in ther Konohia U‘u (1861-1918) was The Kainoapuka ‘ohana, origi- Thompson — The descendants of of William Joseph Aki and Annie the Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikïkï. married to Hoopii(Hapakuka) Konohia nally from Kalalau and Mana, con- William Thompson and Mary Sherman, Wahinealii Kaiahua will hold a family Kimo left Honolulu on a ship and came (1856-1928) from Ulupalakua. They sisted of five children. They were: of Kainaliu, Kona and later Nu‘uanu, reunion July 13-16, 2006 in Wailua, to the Port of Seattle and worked his are the parents of my grandfather Ioela Kalaulahaole, Kawahinenohopali, will hold a family reunion July 21-23, Moloka‘i. For information, call Lu way down the coast to the Coos Bay Konohia U‘u (a.k.a. Ioela Konohia, Kailiau, Pakana and Kawehiwa. These 2006, in Honua‘ino, Kona. William and Ann Mahiki Lankford-Faborito at 668- area where he met my great-grandma. Joel Konohia U‘u, Joel Konohia) of descendants trace back to the 1700s- Mary married in 1863 and had seven 9006. He must have come over in the early Pauwela, Maui. My grandmother was 1800s. Genealogy research was done children: William (Kamala) of Maui; 1920s from the Honolulu. Kimo had Lilliana (Kealoha) Konohia of Huelo, by Carolyn Kilauano. For information, Caroline (Frank Chaney) of O‘ahu; Ka‘auwai — After a long 17-year wait, five children before he died: Betty Maui. My great-grandfather Konohia contact Kunane Aipoalani at 337-1219, Ellen (David Kalani Morton) of Maui nä mo‘opuna of Isaiah Kalunakanawai Lou Cook (died shortly after birth), U‘u has a huge burial plot at the Ha‘ikü Rhoda Kilauano Golden at 337-1104 and O‘ahu; John of O‘ahu; Louisa Ka‘auwai and Daisy Contrades are James Lloyd Cook (died in 2004), Protestant Church beside Hoopii and or email at [email protected]. Ana (Frank Poor) of O‘ahu; Charles planning a family reunion to be Helen Delores Cook (my grandmoth- two of their daughters (my great aunts) Edward Kealakekua (Annie Akuini, held July 7-9, 2006, on Kaua‘i. Nä er), Harold Joseph Cook and Manuel Annie Mitchell and Lizzie Mitchell. I Lu‘uloa — Nä mo‘opuna of Samuel Amoe Ahlo, Isabelle Namauu, Lillian mo‘opuna are asking for all family Kianoha Cook. If you have any infor- have been told that my great-grandfa- Lu‘uloa Sr. (born Oct. 1, 1905, in Eckart) of Maui; and Mena (Franklin members to submit updated informa- mation, contact Mikayle by phone at ther once owned Mäliko gulch and the Kaluaaha Moloka‘i) are planning Ferguson) of O‘ahu. For information, tion on names, phone numbers, and 541-344-4377 or 541-912-1021, or by town of Pä‘ ia along with other prop- a family reunion in July 2007 on visit Thompson-reunion2006.com; home and email addresses. We would mail at 2230 Tyler Street, Eugene, OR erties in Kuiaha and Pa‘uwela. If any- Moloka‘i. His daughters are Elizabeth email info@thompson-reunion2006. like all the information as soon as 97405-2159. one has information about him please Chang of ‘Aiea, O‘ahu, and Alice com; or call Lori Thompson Weeks at possible so we can start keeping fam- contact me, Eric Konohia, by mail at Smith of Ho‘olehua, Moloka‘i. His 808-322-2069 or Karen Ching Silva at ily members in the loop with reunion Kekahuna family search — I am 6403 Gifford Lane Temple Hills, MD sons are Paul Lu‘uloa of Moloka‘i, 808-332-9264. information. If you are a Ka‘auwai seeking relatives in the Hawaiian 20748; email [email protected]; Thomas Lu‘uloa of Pearl City, O‘ahu, and have not yet been contacted, or islands. My ‘ohana is Kekahuna. My or call (301) 440-7586. Walter Lu‘uloa of Nänäkuli, O‘ahu, Waikoloa family search — We are if you need more information, call father is a Kekahuna. His dad is David and Henry Lu‘uloa of Moloka‘i. His planning a family gathering of the Nalani Ka‘auwai Brun at 652-3304 Noeau Kekahuna. My father is one of Kumahakaua (Kilauano) — We mo‘opuna are asking for all the fam- Waikoloa ‘ohana. We are attempting (cell) or 822-0811 (home), or email at nine children. My grandfather’s wife are gathering information to orga- ily members to submit updated infor- to locate the family members of Jacob [email protected]. is Emily A. Haae. I’m trying to meet nize a reunion on Kaua‘i. We need mation on names, addresses, phone Waikoloa (born on Maui, 1885) and any relatives to this ‘ohana. I was told kökua to update our genealogy and numbers and e-mail. We would like his first wife, Philomena Paakaula Kahanamoku family search — Kimo that the Kekahuna ‘ohana is huge, and to form a ‘ohana committee. We all information as soon as possible so (born on Kaua’i, date unknown). Jacob (James) Kianoha Kahanamoku (Cook) I’m working on the family genealogy. are looking for the descendants of we can start a committee. The contact had a second wife, Mary Waikoloa. was born between 1902 and 1905, If you have any information on the Kumahakaua (Kilauano)/Baba person is Sam Lu‘uloa: P.O. Box 1516, Jacob’s father’s name is unknown, but and died in 1932. His wife was Annis Kekahuna or Haae families, contact (Papa) and Kainoapuka/Kaoao. The Kaunakakai, HI 96748; cell, 808-336- his mother was Victoria Kauhaahaa. Eloise Cook. She is my great-grand- Lavaina Kekahuna-Hoaeae at 696-6838 Kumahakaua ‘ohana consisted of 1445; e-mail, [email protected]. Our family is related through Mathias mother and is still alive. James was or email to Kekahunapride@hotmail. six children who were all originally Also contact Joreen N. Mamuad: P.O. Waikoloa (born in Waipahu, 1907), son born in Honolulu and died in Eugene, com or write to 87-1643 Ulehawa Rd, from Hamakua, Hawai‘i Island and Box 1521, Kaunakakai, HI 96748; of Jacob and Philomena. We request Ore., of tuberculosis. His mother’s Wai‘anae, HI 96792 later relocated to Kaua‘i. The chil- home, 808-567-6221; e-mail, joreenn. that if your family is related in any name on his death certificate is dren were: Louis, Kamaile, Kilauano [email protected] way to please contact Rae Leong at Elizabeth and his father’s is Manuel. Konohia U‘u — My great-grandfa- Liilii, Kamala, Alika and Kamaluhia. 236-0115.

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NOTICE TO INTERESTED PARTIES IS consultation with any identified descendants. the vicinity). HEREBY GIVEN that Cultural Surveys Hawai‘i The State Historic Preservation Division is request- The remains were determined to be over 50 years Inc., representing Consolidated Theaters Inc., has ing persons having any knowledge of the identity or old and proper treatment shall occur in accordance identified one unmarked burial at a 1-acre parcel history of these human skeletal remains to imme- with Chapter 6E, Hawai‘i Revised Statutes, Section at 2284 Kaläkaua Avenue, Waikïkï, Kona District, diately contact Ms. Sunny Greer or Ms. Melanie 43.5, regarding unmarked burial sites. The decision Island of O‘ahu (TMK: 2-6-22: 9). The former loca- Chinen, at the State Historic Preservation Division to preserve in place the previously identified human tion of the Waikïkï 3 Theatre. The project area is located at 555 Kakuhihewa Building, 601 Kamokila remains shall be made by the Kaua‘i/Ni‘ihau Island on lands formerly part of Grant 2785 to C. Kanaina, Boulevard, Kapolei, Hawai‘i 96707 (Telephone: Burial Council in consultation with any identified ‘Äpana 8, and is also within the lands of Kaluaokau (808) 692-8021 or (808) 692-8015 Fax (808) 692- descendants. (LCA 8550-B to W.C. Lunalilo). Additionally, Grant 8020. All interested parties should respond within The State Historic Preservation Division is request- 2949 to Kamaipuupaa existed on the makai (west) thirty (30) days of this notice and provide infor- ing persons having any knowledge of the identity or side of Kaläkaua Avenue, opposite the burial site. mation to DLNR/SHPD adequately demonstrating history of these human skeletal remains to imme- The burial was found in sediments below 1920’s fill lineal descent from these specific burials or cultural diately contact Ms. Sunny Greer or Ms. Melanie material and designated State Inventory of Historic descent from ancestors buried in the vicinity of this Chinen, at the State Historic Preservation Division Properties, (SIHP) #50-80-14-6819. project. located at 555 Kakuhihewa Building, 601 Kamokila The remains were determined to be over 50 years Boulevard, Kapolei, Hawai‘i 96707 (Telephone: old and based on observed characteristics are most NOTICE TO INTERESTED PARTIES IS (808) 692-8037 or (808) 692-8015; Fax (808) 692- likely Native Hawaiian. Proper treatment shall occur HEREBY GIVEN that an unmarked burial site 8020 to present information regarding appropriate in accordance with Chapter 6E, Hawai‘i Revised containing human skeletal remains (Site 50-30-9- treatment of the unmarked human remains. All inter- Statutes, Section 43.5, regarding unmarked burial 792/B) was discovered by Cultural Surveys Hawai‘i, ested parties should respond within thirty days of sites. Proposed treatment is to preserve in place the Inc. at a 170-acre parcel at Kapalawai, Makaweli this notice and provide information to DLNR/SHPD previously identified human remains, however the Ahupua‘a, Waimea District, Island of Kaua‘i (TMK: adequately demonstrating lineal descent from these decision to preserve in place or disinter and relocate 1-7-05: Por. 1) formerly part of LCA 7713 to specific burials or cultural descent from ancestors shall be made by the O‘ahu Island Burial Council in Victoria Kamamalu (there are no kuleana claims in buried in the vicinity of this project. – – - 26 | KEKEMAPA2005 MAKEKE • THE MARKETPLACE

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