The High Street Journal The An Official Publication of the County of High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui NOVEMBER 2016

MAUI COUNTY READIES FOR 3RD ANNUAL MADE IN MAUI COUNTY FESTIVAL

LIFESAVING RESCUE PERFORMED AT PUKALANI POOL

THANKSGIVING SAFETY TIPS

page 1 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui CONTENTS The High Street

Message from the Mayor...... 3 Journal M.D. Minute...... 4

Happenings at the County ...... 5 PUBLISHER / EDITOR Lynn Araki-Regan Maui County readies for 3rd Annual Made in Maui County Festival...... 7 EDITORIAL COORDINATORS Lois Whitney Tiffany Iida Participate in Family Volunteer Day, Just in Time for Holiday Herman Andaya, Jr. Season ...... 9 Rod Antone

PHOTO COORDINATOR Lifesaving Rescue Performed at Pukalani Pool by Parks Staff ...... 10 Ryan Piros Kulia i ka nu`u ...... 11 CONTRIBUTORS

Dana Acosta Recreation and Parks Society (HRPS) Donates Baseball Darlene Ane Equipment to Hale Makana O Waiale ...... 14 Mayor Alan Arakawa Karen Arakawa National Hunger & Homeless Awareness Week -November 14-20.. 15 James Buika Jan Inouye-Ogata New Online Registration System Launched for PALS Sue Kiang Winter Session ...... 16 Michelle Makii Linn Nishikawa Explore life at 55! ...... Karin Phaneuf 17 Keith Regan Thanksgiving Safety Tips ...... 18 Janice Shishido Wendy Stebbins Kupaianaha (“Blessings of Life”)...... Ronald Steben 19 Jacky Takakura Pam Townsend POLL: During this Thanksgiving Season, what are you most Leecia Viela grateful for? ...... 20 Sharon Zalsos Winter Break Junior Lifeguard Sessions Offered ...... 20

Photo Gallery ...... 21

Cover Photo: Linn Nishikawa

page 2 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

Aloha everyone, Recently, we had our Employee of the Year Awards for Maui County. It was a great event and although I know that the winners will be highlighted in next month’s newsletter, I wanted to list them here: - Moloka’i Employee of the Year, Guillermo Dela Cruz, Building Maintenance Repairer II for the Department of Parks & Recreation - Lana’i Employee of the Year, Tessie Morimoto, Office Operations Assistant II for the Maui Police Department - Maui Team of the Year, Amos Lonokauila-Hewett; Eric Neuhart, Linonel Montalvo, Scott Martin, Jeff Watanabe, Chad Sambrano, Michael Howe, Kodi Shepley, Nikolai Reuss, Joshua Dukes, Oliver Vas and Kamuela Guth of the Fire Ground Operations Program for the Department of Fire & Public Safety - Maui Manager of the Year, Luz Domingo, Grants Program Manager, Department of Housing & Human Concerns - Maui Employee of the Year, Laureen Perreria, Administrative Services Assistant I, Department of Public Works All of these employees have done an outstanding job one way or another and I just wanted to say a big mahalo to everyone who does their best to make Maui County the best community in the world. I would also like to take this time to mention the incredible amount of work that our crews in Iao Valley have been doing ever since September 13th. Public Works has a responsibility to ensure our flood control works as it should. The flood control did its job this time and we want to make sure that it is ready again should another flood event like the one that happened in September take place. Because without the flood control it is very likely that everything from Iao Parkside to Waiehu Beach Road would have been covered in water that day. So the work that we’re doing is all about protecting life and property. I would also like to thank your Parks Department for their emergency repair work on Kepaniwai Park as well as the Police Department for keeping all unnecessary motor vehicle traffic out of Iao Valley. All we can do now is to continue making emergency repairs and hope that another flood event doesn’t happen until they are complete. Also I’d like to thank Anna Foust and her team down at Civil Defense. They continue to try and inform our Iao residents on what is going on in the valley, as well as coordinate with FEMA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. There’s still so much work to be done, but I just wanted you all to know that I’m proud, very proud, of the work you’ve been doing so far. Mahalo.

Mayor Alan Arakawa

page 3 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui M.D. Minute A Message from Managing Director Keith Regan

Never was so much owed by so many to so few.” – Winston Churchill Veterans Day offers a good opportunity to thank all those who have served our country and those who are serving now. It’s an extraordinary time in our nation’s history, with much speculation and uncertainty surrounding the upcoming presidential election, violence both here at home and overseas, and even racial tensions spilling over into the streets in many mainland cities. Here at home we are nearing the 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor, which evokes mixed emotions of sadness for those who perished in the attack and lingering shame over the ensuing internment of thousands of Japanese-American citizens. It was a time of fear and distrust, a chapter in our islands’ history that many would rather forget. Yet I would argue, it is important to remember. One aspect that we remembered recently at the County was the honorable service by members of Civil Air Patrol, which this year also turns 75. On December 1st, 1941, six days before the bombing of Pearl Harbor, the nation’s Civil Air Patrol (CAP) was founded. Approximately 200,000 men, women and teenagers from all walks of life participated in CAP during WWII, largely without recognition or reward; an estimated 65 volunteers lost their lives in the line of duty by the end of the war. Movie stars, future businessmen, future airmen and aspiring pilots – they all were amongst the ranks of the unpaid CAP volunteers who flew their own planes or borrowed planes for a total of 24 million miles between March 1942 and August 1943. During these flights, CAP volunteers helped ward off German U-Boat attacks, escorted thousands of convoys and made aerial surveys that resulted in the reporting of floating land mines, ships in distress, dead bodies and 363 survivors floating in the water. Other CAP members patrolled the country’s border by air, keeping watch for forest fires and potential saboteurs, conducted search and rescue missions and provided disaster relief and emergency transport for people in crisis. Perhaps one of the most important functions they also fulfilled was training future pilots, a tradition which to this day continues as one of the main draws for CAP cadets. As Captain Chantal Lonergan said, ”Civil Air Patrol is about teaching our youth leadership, and it is simply amazing to watch them transform from teenagers into leaders during a few short months.” One such youth leader was honored recently at the Mayor’s Office during a ceremony hosted by Civil Air Patrol Maui County Composite Squadron, and attended by Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard. Cadet Chief Master Sergeant Eric Michael Lazo was promoted to Cadet Second Lieutenant and received the Billy Mitchell Award. The Maui County Composite Squadron saluted his contributions to the organization and thanked him for choosing to continue his service to our nation with the United States Air Force; he heads off to basic training in a few days.

Also recognized was World War II veteran First Lieutenant Calvin Pardee III, who was presented with a Congressional Gold Medal for his distinguished service providing extraordinary humanitarian, combat, and national services during a critical time of need for our nation.

It is with deepest gratitude that I extend our thanks to both of these Civil Air Patrol members, as well as all of the past and present CAP members, who are to be commended for their service and for the honor they bring to our community.

Keith Regan Managing Director page 4 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui

Happenings at THE COUNTY

VIDEO, MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESS mauicounty.gov. MAPPING INITIATIVE LAUNCHED “We used to see several cases of imported The Maui District Health Office and the suspect cases of mosquito-borne diseases County of Maui today announced it has coming into Maui each year,” Dr. Pang jointly launched a video and mapping noted. “Now we’re seeing several of these initiative to disseminate information about cases per month.” the general locations, virus type and lab status of mosquito-borne cases. Anna Foust, Maui County Emergency Management Officer, urged residents to While there is presently no local spreading utilize the website, video updates and of these cases, Maui County is seeing mapping tool so they can take needed an increase in the number of imported precautions. “Thanks to the Long- suspect mosquito-borne diseases, such Range Division of the County Planning as Zika, dengue and chikungunya. In Department, we now have a very useful response to this spike in cases, the Maui and customizable map,” Foust said. “This District Health Office and Maui County map shows the general locations on Maui Civil Defense have created a system to that have had active and suspected cases, enhance communication and education while protecting area residents’ privacy.” regarding mosquito-borne diseases. Further questions regarding mosquito- Beginning this month, Maui District borne diseases can be directed to the Maui Health Officer Dr. Lorrin Pang will present District Health Office at 808-243-8649. a report and educational video on Akaku Television, which will re-broadcast the JOINT TASK FORCE CREATED FOR video four times a day before “Curtain COUNTY-OWNED FAIRWAY LOTS Call.” Links to the video and an updated case map will also be available at www. Mayor Alan Arakawa has created a task page mauiready.org/mosquito and www. force to explore the best use or disposal of 5 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui

the 51 County-owned lots at the Fairways the WUDP. The WUDP, drafted several at Maui Lani. The lots were acquired years ago, is being redone to include through a settlement in August of 2011. all water users and water systems on Maui and to focus more attention on Mayor Arakawa appointed Council our ground, surface and alternative Member G. Riki Hokama as Chair of “The water resources. These meetings will Task Force of the Fairways at Maui Lani.” also explain the remainder of the public The members are as follows: process. • Sandy Baz – Vice Chair All meetings listed below will be held from • David Goode – Member 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. • Carol Reimann – Member • Jo-Ann Ridao – Member East Maui - Thursday, November 17, Hana Community Center-Helene Hall The task force will be staffed by the Department of Finance, and will explore West Maui - Monday, November 28, the best possible options for disposing Kaunoa Senior Center, Room 115, Lahaina of these properties. It also will make recommendations to the administration Central/South - Tuesday, November on how to proceed. 29, Wailuku Velma-McWayne Santos Community Center “In a cooperative effort, representatives from the administration and the council Upcountry - Wednesday, November 30, are investigating options regarding the Mayor Hannibal Tavares Community most beneficial use of the lots that Maui Center County owns in Maui Lani,” said Task Force Chair Riki Hokama. “I’m honored to chair More information is available online at this group that Mayor Arakawa has put www.mauiwater.org. The Draft Water Use together, and look forward to productive and Development Plan will considered by results stemming from our collaborative the County policy boards in early 2017. efforts.” According to Hawaii State law, each county is required to prepare, periodically update, MEETINGS SCHEDULED TO DISCUSS and adopt by ordinance a WUDP to serve THE MAUI ISLAND WATER USE AND as the long-range planning blueprint DEVELOPMENT PLAN for all uses of water in each county. In addition to these public meetings, the Public input is requested on solutions to public will also have opportunity to key issues for the Maui Island Water Use offer their input at all of the scheduled and Development Plan (WUDP) at the Maui County Council Water Resources third round of community workshops Committee meetings. The Department scheduled throughout Maui. Each of Water Supply, Water Resources and workshop will focus on solutions to key Planning Division is hosting the meetings issues of the region to assist in preparing and can be reached at 463-3110.

page 6 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui Maui County readies for 3rd Annual Made in Maui County

Festival

Maui County’s largest products show, the 3rd the following traffic and parking plan: Annual Made in Maui County Festival, is fast approaching and the island is gearing up for what On Friday: is anticipated to be a “big draw” for both residents • Free event parking available at the Maui and visitors alike. Arts & Cultural Center and the UH Maui College Presented by the County of Maui Mayor’s Office of paved parking lot on Avenue. Economic Development and the Maui Chamber of On Saturday: Commerce, the Festival will be held on November 4 and 5 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center (MACC). • Free Festival event parking will be located Over 140 vendors, including 40 companies new at the UH Maui College’s grass parking lot. to the Festival, will showcase a myriad of Made-in- Maui-County products including foods, art, crafts, • Vehicles should enter Wahinepio Avenue jewelry, fashion, gifts, home decor, and collectibles. from Kaahumanu Avenue or S. Papa Avenue, only right turns will be allowed into the parking area. With only days remaining until the event kicks off, Mayor Alan Arakawa declared October 29 • Departing vehicles will exit through the UH to November 5, 2016 as “Made in Maui County Maui College on to Kaahumanu Avenue. Festival Week” in honor of our island’s small businesses. Preparations are also underway as the • Parking will be available at the UH Maui Festival Committee readies for this two-day event. College paved lot after the Swap Meet is over at 1 pm. Last year, the Festival attracted over 10,000 to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. In anticipation of this • No left turns will be allowed from page year’s attendance, the County of Maui announced Wahinepio Avenue during Festival hours. 7 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui

• Handicap parking will be available at the Airlines’ drawing for a chance to win 120,000 MACC. Seniors and handicapped persons may be HawaiianMiles. dropped off in front of the MACC’s main gate even after the lot is full. “The Festival’s presenters and organizers continue to keep this major products show fresh and the Free Saturday shuttle service from War Memorial experience can’t be beat,” said Teena Rasmussen, Gym to the MACC: Director of the County of Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Development. “Whether you’re • First shuttle will leave War Memorial Gym at looking for a special holiday gift, wanting to find 8 am with shuttles running throughout the day. something that’s uniquely Maui, Molokai and/or • Last shuttle will leave the MACC at 4:45 pm. Lanai; or just want to come out and enjoy the food trucks and activities – this Festival has something “This Festival is a big draw for both locals and for everyone.” visitors,” said Pamela Tumpap, President of the Maui Chamber of Commerce. “Not only does this The Made in Maui County Festival is sponsored event showcase creative entrepreneurial spirit, by: Hawaiian Airlines; Pasha Hawaii; HAWAI`I but the Festival is a true testament to the strong Magazine; Hawaii State Department of support for our business community. We all want Transportation, Kahului Airport; The Maui News; these dedicated businesses to succeed.” Maui No Ka Oi Magazine; The Maui Visitor Channel; Pacific Media Group; HMSA; INNOVATE Hawaii; On Friday, November 4, serious shoppers who KAOI Radio Group; Alexander & Baldwin, Inc.; want a one-day head start are encouraged to American Savings Bank; Courtyard Marriott, Maui attend the special “Shoppers Preview” from 1:30 Kahului Airport; HHawaii Media; Residence Inn pm to 6 pm. The opening ceremonies will be Maui Wailea; Central Pacific Bank; First Hawaiian held a 5 pm and refreshments will be served. All Bank; Goodfellow Bros., Inc.; HawaiiUSA Federal attendees will receive a free Festival tote bag. Credit Union; Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club; Matson; Tickets ($35 per person) are available at the Maui Maui Electric Company; Maui Hotel & Lodging Arts & Cultural Center Box Office, (808) 242-SHOW Association; Maui Printing Company; State (7469) or MauiArts.org. of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism; Expeditions; Richard On Saturday, November 5, the “Big Festival Kehoe CPA; RedFin; and Roberts Hawaii. Day” will be open from 8 am to 4:30 pm. Public admission is $5 at the gate, children 12 and under For more information, visit www. are free. Saturday’s festivities will include product MadeInMauiCountyFestival.com, email info@ demonstrations, fashion shows, 12 food trucks, and MadeInMauiCountyFestival.com or call (808) prize drawings throughout the day. The first 2,000 270-7710. Connect with the Festival on Facebook, page Twitter (#MIMCF2016), Instagram and Pinterest. 8 attendees will also receive a free Festival tote bag. On both days, attendees can also enter Hawaiian The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui Participate in Family Volunteer Day, Just in Time for the Holiday Season

When Maui families come together, there can be an even bigger impact on the community

BY: THE VOLUNTEER CENTER, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & HUMAN CONCERNS As we say here • Make cards for in Maui, ohana those serving in means family, the military and this November 19, • Help plant a Maui’s families community can volunteer garden together to • Volunteer to make positive clean a highway changes or beach in local communities. • Organize a At the County food drive of Maui Volunteer • Walk dogs at Center, we a local animal believe in shelter the power of volunteer • Participate in groups being a charitable 5K collectively race stronger, A Maui Ohana volunteering together for a beautification project! which is why we love Family Volunteer Day. It’s a day of service through the Points of Light Foundation, an international The holidays are a wonderful time for families nonprofit that inspires people to volunteer. to bond together, and volunteering is a perfect opportunity to do just that. Seasonal celebrations This year, the 26th Annual Family Volunteer Day can be hard for those who are in need, and your is presented by generationOn, a global youth family can lift their spirits and improve their lives service movement that gets kids excited about during the coming months and beyond. volunteering. The day is also sponsored by none other than The Walt Disney Company. To learn about more volunteer opportunities, visit the County of Maui Volunteer Center website at Family Volunteer Day kicks off the holiday season handsonmaui.com. on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Thousands of families across the country will participate in service projects together. So, how can your family get involved? By signing up for a community project or even offering your time and help from the comfort of your home. You can register at fvd.generationon.org to officially participate in Family Volunteer Day and track down volunteer opportunities. Your family can:

page 9 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui Lifesaving Rescue Performed at Pukalani Pool by Parks Staff BY: KARIN PHANEUF, AO Department of Parks & Recreation

On Saturday, October 22, 2016, two County of CPR chest compressions. Mitch Navarro prepared Maui Parks Department Lifeguards, Mitchell and applied the AED pads to the man’s chest and Navarro and Chris Saito, were working a usual waited until the machine advised “shock” and the shift at the Pukalani Pool. They were taking turns shock was administered. staffing the Lifeguard Tower when a pool patron told Mitch and Chris at 10:07 am that a “man had Both guards and the surrounding bystanders dropped [collapsed] at the bottom of the stairs and were relieved to see the man’s chest begin to rise was unconscious.” and fall. The guards administered O2 and the man gasped for air until he was able to breathe Both guards sprang into action as they had been normally. He gradually regained consciousness trained to do just like real life Parks Department just as the Emergency Medical Staff (EMS) arrived superheroes! Lifeguard Navarro grabbed the at 10:25 am to whisk him off to Maui Memorial Medic bag, cell phone and keys while Lifeguard Medical Center. Saito ran down the stairs and found the unconscious man in his 60’s on his back with no The quick actions of these two guards combined visible signs of life. They called 911 at 10:09 am with excellent training resulted in a successful while Chris stabilized the head and neck of the lifesaving rescue on Saturday! unconscious patron and began counting out

A few photos from the 94th Annual Maui Fair Awards Presentation on October 9, 2016.

page 10 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui Kūlia i ka nu‘u Strive to reach the summit Please help congratulate these dedicated employees as they continue to serve our community and in doing so, “strive to reach the summit.”

BY: TIFFANY IIDA Department of Management

Congratulations & best wishes Kevin Souza-27 years Paul Storm-18 years to the following county Ryan Ayakawa-26 years Joann Allencastre-16 years employees who retired in Fiscal Garret Benito-26 years Marilyn Wallace-15 years Year 2016: Evelyn Kinoshita-26 years Ethel Yogi-15 years Howard Mahuna-26 years Edward Bediamol-14 years Kay Ogasawara-41 years Rockne Matsuda-26 years Pedro Gapero-14 years Rene Yamaoka-39 years William Oliveira-26 years Norman Hoopii-14 years Judith Hokoana-37 years Edwin Arreola-25 years JoAnne Johnson Winer-14 years Alma Takahashi-37 years Scott English -25 years Gregory Jensen-13 years Brian Hashiro-36 years Sheldon Holokai, Jr.-25 years James Kendrick, Jr.-13 years Linda Tokuoka-36 years Theresa-Amm Nishida-25 years Artemio Baxa-12 years Yvonne Miyasato-35 years Louis Romero-25 years Yvonne Alboro - 12 years Cary Constantino-34 years Michael Taketa-25 years Lester Yamamoto-11 years Earle-Ray Kukahiko-33 years Anselm Yazaki, Jr.-25 years Segundo Asuncion-10 years Roback Kawaiaea-32 years Marguerite Ah-Kee-24 years Mark Daniels-10 years Alvin Corden-31 years Marilyn Oura-24 years Rene M. Dilla - 10 years Leticia Hedani-31 years Ernest Takitani, Jr.-24 years John Kaina, Jr.-10 years Sharon Norrod-31 years Edna Zane-24 years Harold Krau-10 years Franklyn Silva-31 years Shane K. Bush - 23 years Anthony Martins, Sr.-10 years Moses Mattos, Jr.-30 years Thomas Hoshino-23 years Layne Otomo-10 years Leland Parker-30 years Robert Rychlinski-23 years Jason Ambrose-9 years Aline Takahashi-30 years Jeffrey Silva-23 years Michael Boteilho-9years Arthur Dadez-29 years Maggie Masicampo - 22 years Karen Nemoto-8 years James Fletcher-29 years William Melton-22 years Bridget Apuna-Miyamoto-7 yrs Keith Moniz-29 years Clifford Pacheco-22 years Meleka Meleka-7 years Ty Shimabuku-29 years Carlos Rafael-22 years Barbara Fitzpatrick-6 years Francine DeRego Yagi-29 years Nazario Ragonton,Jr.-22 years Kay Tesoro-6 years Lance Hiromoto-28 years Myrna Sabas-Ryder-22 years Brenda Lee-5 years Clarence Kenui-28 years Daniel Wallas-22 years Gloria Manzano-4 years George Buzianis-27 years Abilene Fernandez-21 years Linden Joesting-2 years David Nakamoto-27 years Katherine Mayo-20 years Augustin Nobriga, Jr. -27 years page Yvonne Dempsey-18 years 11 Kelan Puaa-27 years Michael Kaya-18 years The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui

It is with great I), Kayla Ueshiro (Clerk III), Tina Reponte (Tax sadness that Clerk I), Nancy Tanji (Cashier II), Carla Willmann the Department (Delinquent Tax Collection Assistant I), and of Parks and Marcy Martin (Senior County Real Property Recreation Technical Officer). bids farewell to Roxanne Pasalo, Department of Environmental Management our Personnel Staff Updates: Assistant II. The Department of Environmental Management DPS, however, would like to welcome new hires Paul Jacobson, is getting a who will be working as a Wastewater Treatment exceptional Plant Worker at our Kihei Facility and Raymond employee to DeCastro, who will be working as a Wastewater begin a career as a Treatment Plant Worker at our Wailuku/Kahului Human Resources Facility. Welcome to the DEM ohana! Specialist Trainee. We have no doubt that Roxanne will one day We also would like to congratulate Michael be running DPS! Rox came to us in June of Freitas who was recently promoted to Sewer 2015 with ten (10) years of HR experience at Maintenance Supervisor II at our Collections the prestigious Grand Wailea Resort and Spa. Facility in Kahului and Walter Urban, who was She also worked for several years as an HR recently promoted to Assistant Wastewater professional for the Maui Memorial Medical Treatment Plant Operations & Maintenance Center. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Supervisor IV at our Wailuku/Kahului Facility. Resources and Marketing. She has studied our various bargaining unit contracts and can easily Department of Finance Updates: answer tough questions for our employees. We are happy to have Roxanne as a contact in The Department DPS and look forward to watching her grow of Finance would and prosper in her challenging new position! like to welcome CONGRATULATIONS ROXANNE! Jared Hedani to the Department of Finance. Jared was hired as an Accountant II in the General Ledger/Accounts Division in the Department of Finance. Jared is the son of Leticia Hedani (retired from Prosecuting Attorney) & Ryan Hedani, Department of Water Supply. Real Property Assessment showed their support toward October’s Cancer Awareness month and Dee stated that “Jared is an asset to our Pacific Cancer Foundation by wearing pink on department and we really appreciate him joining the first Friday of October. us at the County of Maui.” Pictured back row, left to right: Melvina Kanaha (Supervising Real Property Tax Clerk), Ryvette The Department of Figueroa (Tax Clerk II), Carolyn ‘Anji’ Franklin Finance would like (Commission Support Clerk), Tracy Maenaka to welcome their (Tax Maps & Records Technician II), Kris Arisumi newest employee, (Account Clerk III), Chelsea Yoshimoto (Cashier Cody Sarmiento. II), Laurence Fabrao (Clerk III), and Yvette Cody was hired as Larocca (Collections Intern). a Clerk III in the Purchasing Division Front row, left to right: Grace Komoda (Tax of the Department Clerk I), Seiko Machida (Real Property Appraiser of Finance. We page would all like to 12 IV), Joni Leval (Tax Maps & Records Technician III), Lisa Garcia (Tax Maps & Records Technician welcome and The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui congratulate Cody on his employment with the provide support to the Maui Redevelopment County of Maui. Agency (MRA), and Erin recognized Leilani as “beyond prepared” at the MRA meetings. Leilani is always there, and asks what she can do to help beyond her regular duties. Leilani is “positive, supportive, thinks ahead and anticipates what’s coming up.” Congratulations to Livit and Leilani!

Jacky Takakura of the Department of Planning would like to congratulate last month’s Above and Beyond winner Jim Buika, Planner V, who passed on the award to Livit Callentine, Some of the staff from the Prosecutor’s office Planner IV. Jim described Livit as well-prepared, wearing purple on Thursdays in the month of knowledgeable and thorough. Livit responded, October to support domestic violence victims “I feel like I give my heart and soul to this and Domestic Violence Awareness month. From endeavor. This award (the Above and Beyond left to right are Lyle Keanini, Tiare Nakata, award) is the gift that keeps giving.” Lewis Littlepage, Byron Fujieda, John Tam, Kim Whitworth, Gail Cravalho, Leanne Rivera, Michelle Villanueva, and Jojo Gascon. Thank you for your support of those affected by domestic violence and bringing awareness to this issue that affects so many of our families.

The other previous winner was Erin Wade, Planner IV. Erin pointed out that “many of us go beyond our regular jobs. I’m grateful to work with a group of people who regularly go Above and Beyond.” Erin then passed on the page award to Leilani Ramoran-Quemado, Secretary 13 to Boards & Commissions II. Erin and Leilani The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui Hawaii Recreation and Parks Society (HRPS) Donates Baseball Equipment to Hale Makana O Waiale

BY: SUE KIANG, Department of Parks & Recreation

Members from HRPS giving 12 gloves and two sets of baseballs to Sam and the youth participants. Immediately following the presentation, the kids moved to the playing field which had recently been repaired and groomed by Maui County Parks Beautification section.

After a newspaper article showed children from 12 baseball gloves and two sets of baseballs the affordable housing complex “Hale Makana O to youth, who were greatly appreciative and Waiale” playing baseball with tennis balls because immediately started playing ball. they did not have the appropriate play equipment, one of the members of the Maui branch of the Joelvonne Kamaka, director of leasing for Hale Hawaii Recreation and Parks Society (HRPS) polled Makana O Waiale, was also grateful and said she the Maui Board of Directors about the possibility of welcomes all contributions that enhance the lives providing assistance. of the residents of the facility. The board members reiterated their commitment Others who helped coordinate the donation to encouraging recreation in our community, and include Sam Peralta of New Hope Maui church, representatives from HRPS soon met with youth at who has been facilitating the baseball program the park adjacent to the affordable rental housing along with other activities provided by the group complex. of young adults who work with him; and Dept. of Parks and Recreation Specialist Tara Sabado, In keeping with the mission of HRPS, members Vice President of the Maui Chapter of HRPS, who decided to fundraise to increase educational jumped at the opportunity to encourage the youth page opportunities that provide career growth in the to consider a career in parks and recreation. 14 field of parks and recreation. Members presented The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui National Hunger & Homeless Awareness Week - November 14-20, 2016 Theme: “Close to Home”

Monday, November 14th • Mayors Proclamation 9:00 am – County Building, 9th floor, Mayor Conference Room • WMTA’s West Maui Community Meeting, Tuesday, Nov 15th – • Sign Waving –4:30 pm to 5:30 p.m. - Central Maui -Kaahumanu Avenue, Macy’s side of parking lot - West Maui- Cannery Mall parking lot Signs to be focused on homelessness (No Promotional Signs or Banners) feel free to wear your organizational T-Shirts. This will show the community that we are not promoting our programs but working in unity to alleviate homelessness. Sign examples: “Homeless Not Helpless” “Homelessness Hurts Everyone!” “Homelessness is Everyone’s Problem! “Imagine a Maui where everyone lives in a home!” “Paradise is when everyone lives in a home!” It can happen to anyone!” Homelessness can happen to anyone!” “Think about the Keiki! “Doing nothing costs something!” “Doing nothing costs too much!” “Got Shelter?” “Got Home?” “Homelessness affects YOU! You can affect Homelessness!” Wednesday November 16th • Candlelight Vigil – 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm - Queen Kaahumanu Center Stage (Bring your signs from the sign waving to this event) - Mayor to read proclamation - Entertainment Surprise! Thursday, November 17th • The Patrick Foyle Annual Health Fair for the Homeless– 9:00 am to 1:00 pm SALVATION ARMY 45 West Kamehameha Ave. Kahului, HI November 20, 2015 FREE FOOD! FREE GIVEAWAYS Friday November 18th • Statewide Homelessness Conference on – All day event

page 15 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui New Online Registration System Launched for PALS Winter Session

The Department of Parks and Recreation announced it is launching a new online registration process for the PALS Winter 2016 Session; online registration is now open. Online registration is being taken through Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016 (midnight HST) at www.mauicounty.gov/PALS. If parents or caregivers are unable to register online, they may call the PALS office at (808) 270-7403 to schedule online access or to receive in-person assistance. Parents/caregivers may also access public computers at their local library. The online registration process will include a separate email sent with site confirmation no later than November 28, SOUTH MAUI: Kenolio Recreation Center 2016. This email will contain payment information EAST MAUI: Eddie Tam Social Hall, Kula Elementary dates, locations and required document reminders School, Paia Elementary School, Pukalani to finalize your PALS registration. The online Elementary School registration process includes options to list any allergies or behavioral or physical challenges the CENTRAL MAUI: Kahului Community Center, Lihikai child may have, as well as any medications being Elementary School, Pomaikai Elementary School, taken. Program rates, payment information and Waihee Elementary School other details are available at www.mauicounty. gov/PALS; click on the 2016 Winter Session Flyer. HANA: Hana PALS Room PALS 2016 Winter Program Dates: MOLOKAI: Kilohana Community Center, Kualapuu Community Center, Mitchell Pauole Community Friday, Dec. 23, 2016 to Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017 Center (Eight program Days) LANAI: Lanai Community Center Holidays: All PALS sites are subject to change based on Monday, Dec. 26, 2016 Christmas Day (Observed) availability. As a reminder, all registration sites will be filled based upon first, second and third Monday, Jan. 02, 2017 New Year’s Day (Observed) choice selections as identified in the registration Sites on Maui, Molokai and Lanai: application. WEST MAUI: Princess Nahienaena Elementary For more information, call the PALS office at (808) School 270-7403 or visit www.mauicounty.gov/PALS.

page 16 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui Explore life at 55!

BY: DANA ACOSTA Department of Housing & Human Concerns

The County of Maui Master Chef Ken offers a wide variety Kihata: Watch the of Wellness activities master at work for adults ages 55 as you learn to and better. Staying prepare delicious physically active authentic Japanese and continuing to cuisine from Chef learn new skills is Ken, who honed critical for increasing his culinary skills in our Healthspan – Japan and owned the period of our Kihata Restaurant in lives when we are Paia. On the menu healthy, productive, is Yakiniku Donburi and independent. (Grilled Beef & Don’t miss the Vegetables over following Kaunoa rice). The cooking adventures and demo takes place classes coming on Wednesday, up this month. November 16, Pre-registration 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 is required. For a A group of Senior Volunteers spent 3 days at Kalaupapa settlement p.m. at Kaunoa’s complete listing working on various projects, under the direction of Kalaupapa National Spreckelsville of all of Kaunoa’s Historical Park. Projects included removing marine debris from the campus. Call activities, call 270- shoreline near the lighthouse on the peninsula. 270-7308 for cost 7308 or 270-4310 of activity and to receive registration. a monthly newsletter. • Stroke Awareness & • Haiku Prevention: Mill Tour: Catch a Knowledge is glimpse into the Power! Did you past at this secret know that 80% garden exuding of strokes could tranquility and be prevented? nostalgia for Arm yourself the days of with knowledge: Maui’s sugar era. learn the risk An immersive factors, how experience both to recognize a educational and stroke and what interactive. The to do if you tour takes place believe you or on Monday, someone else is Imagine not being able to drive yourself to your medical appointments, November 21 grocery shopping, pharmacy, etc. Kaunoa’s Assisted Transportation program having a stroke. or Wednesday, is seeking a few willing volunteers to help transport homebound seniors. Call Don Halsey, RN, November 30, Kaunoa’s Retired & Senior Volunteer Program @ 270-7986 for details. is the Stroke from 10:30 a.m. Coordinator with –1:30 p.m. Bus transportation is available from the Maui Memorial Medical Center and will lead this War Memorial Football Stadium parking lot and class, which takes place on Friday, November Kaunoa Senior Center in Spreckelsville. For cost of 18 from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. at Kaunoa’s activity, bus pick-up information and registration, Spreckelsville campus. Call 270-7308 for cost of call 270-7308. class and registration. page • (Evening) Japanese Cooking Demo with 17 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui

Thanksgiving Safety Tips

SUBMITTED BY: RONALD STEBEN Department of Corporation Counsel

• Stay in the as they pose kitchen when you a number of are cooking on distinct safety the stovetop so concerns, you can keep an including burn eye on the food. and fire hazards The National • Stay in Fire Protection the home when Association cooking your (NFPA) does not turkey and check recommend on it frequently. using turkey fryers. • Keep children away • Never wear from the stove. loose fitting The stove will clothing when be hot and kids cooking. Long, should stay 3 feet open sleeves away. could ignite and catch fire from a • Always keep a potholder, oven mitt and lid gas flame or a hot burner. Wear short, close fitting handy while cooking. If a small fire starts in a pan or tightly rolled sleeves when cooking. on the stove, put on a flame-resistant oven mitt and smother the flames by carefully sliding the lid If Planning on being away from the Home During over the pan. Turn off the burner. Don’t remove Thanksgiving: the lid until the food has cooled. • Don’t post Thanksgiving travel plans on • Make sure kids stay away from hot food Facebook, Twitter or any social media letting and liquids. The steam or splash from vegetables, people know that you will be away. gravy or coffee could cause serious burns. • Make sure to have all mail, newspapers, • Keep the floor clear so ouy don’t trip over and deliveries stopped or picked up by a kids, toys, pocketbooks or bags. neighbor, friend or relative. • Keep knives out of the reach of children. • Use timers to operate lights • Be sure electric cords are not dangling off • Secure all windows, including those the counter within easy reach of a child. upstairs and reduce the chance of easy entry by cutting tree limbs away from second-story • Keep matches and lighters out of the windows. reach of children • Turn your telephone ringer down so no • Make sure your smoke alarms are working. one outside can hear repeated rings; and review Test them by pushing the test button. your answering machine message to make sure it does not imply that you are away. • Be sure to keep a fire extinguisher in the kitchen in case of emergency, and teach your • Never leave a key hidden outside. Burglars family how to use it. know all the best hiding places. • Be cautious when using turkey fryers

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BY: TIFFANY IIDA Department of Management

We are each so fortunate to have wonderful people in our lives, friends, co-workers, loved ones who are important to us. The High Street Journal wishes to share our employees’ good news, offer a chance to get to know each other better and offer the precious joys that add spark to our lives. These are special moments and stories as written and provided by employees of the County of Maui. This column is your chance to express gratitude, praise and the simple and abundant joy these experiences have brought you- The blessings of life! Please send submissions to [email protected] for inclusion in future issues ofThe High Street Journal.

Michelle Makii, Secretary to the Director of the Department of Environmental Management would like to wish a happy birthday to our November babies from the Department of Environmental Management! Allen Atkinson, Stephanie Thomas, Susan Ricardos, Michael Ratte, Robert Kaniho, Lorne Pico, Scot Murayama, Leslie Bartolome, Albert Hahn, Sonny Huh, Kim Nakagawa, Mark O’Sullivan and Martin Guilmette. The Department of Planning extends their Condolences to Account Clerk III Charmaine Rodrigues, whose mother Elsie passed away on October 4. We all send out heartfelt condolences to Charmaine and her ‘ohana.

On October 27, 2016, Real Property Assessment celebrated September & October birthdays with an array of desserts including Mango Cheesecake, Tuxedo Chocolate Mousse and fresh Pumpkin Pie. Pictured from left to right: Gery Madriaga, PA Assistant Administrator (October 7), Dawn Congratulations to Council Services’ Amanda Matney, (Tax Maps & Records Supervisor II Martin who recently enrolled in the MEO Core (September 13), Eddie Manzano, Property Four business class. With Councilmember Valuation Analyst V (September 15), Meaghen Gladys Baisa’s term is coming to an end, Figeroa, Tax Clerk I (October 1) and Kyle Amanda & Kauwela Bisquera have decided Shimizu, Real Property Appraiser VI (October 30). to venture into a business together. Amanda Not pictured: Nancy Tanji, Cashier II (September will be working on this exciting venture on a 10), Sarah Nishibayashi, Cashier II (September full-time basis and Kauwela will work on a part- 20), Christy Manaba, Tax Clerk I (September time basis as she will remain affiliated with 26), Cy Fukugawa, Real Property Appraiser I the American Heart Association as its Regional (September 26), and Rosebella Baclaan, Tax Director. Collection and Relief Supervisor (September 28). page 19 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui

POLL: During this Thanksgiving season, what are you most thankful for?

Geoffrey Bogar, Fire & Public Safety: “The good Christopher Stankis, Fire & Public Safety: health of my family.” “Family (even though they are far away), Keith Regan, Dept. of Management: “I am most Friends (even though everyone is extra busy with grateful for my loving family and wonderfully the holidays) and supportive friends. I am also grateful for having the opportunity to serve our community and our Co-Workers (since we are often still on duty while employees.” others are enjoying time off)!” Gail Rumbaoa, Dept. of Housing & Human Peter Pale, Parks & Recreation: “Although I am Concerns: “Being able to be thankful for so many thankful for many things, I will narrow it down things.” to the most important: ke Akua, my Wife, my Children, my Mom, all my ‘ohana & friends and Anthony Arakaki, Office of the Mayor: “I am last but not least WATER.” thankful that the elections are over.” Todd Richter, Parks & Recreation: “I’m thankful Lorraine Schelfe, Parks & Recreation: “Life! for the healthy and happy birth of my 3rd Health!” grandchild (and 1st granddaughter!). Kawailani Mapuanakaleipikake Frias-Kaauamo was born Monica Morakis, Housing & Human Concerns: at 9:52am on Halloween, weighing 9lbs 1oz, and “I am thankful to be living on the most beautiful is the daughter of Kimo Frias-Kaauamo of the island in the world, to have a demanding but County’s Highways Division.” fulfilling job, to be able to worship with my community in freedom, to have food and shelter, and especially to love and be loved.”

Winter Break Junior Lifeguard Sessions Offered

The County of Maui Department of Parks and or guardian, and must be able to complete a 100- Recreation, Aquatics Division is offering Junior yard swim non-stop within three minutes. Lifeguard classes for students ages 11-13 years during the winter holiday break, Monday through Upcountry Pool (Pukalani) session registration: Friday, Dec. 26, 2016 through Friday, Jan. 6, 2017, Monday, Nov. 28 through Friday, Dec. 2, 2016, from 9 a.m. to noon. Classes will be held on 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Ph. (808) 572-1479. Monday, Jan. 2, 2017. Shiraishi Pool (Kahului) session registration: The two-week program will be offered at two Monday, Nov. 28 through Friday, Dec. 2, 2016, locations and will include training in lifesaving 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Ph. (808) 270-7410. water skills, First Aid, and CPR techniques, while improving their health and fitness. There is no This program is offered by the Maui County cost to participate. Aquatics Division on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, visit www. Participants must register in person with a parent mauicounty.gov/aquatics. page 20 The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui Photo Gallery A photo-essay of activities in the County

The Parks Department’s Halloween Celebration!

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The Department of Housing and Human Concerns, Kaunoa Staff got into the Halloween spirit by dressing up and having a costume contest. The winners of the costume contest were: 1st place - Kabuki (Jeanne) 2nd place - Stuck on My Pets (Debra) 3rd place - Wicked Witch of the North Shore (Kathy)

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The Accounts/Director’s office in the Finance Department got into the spirit of Halloween by going all out in a Disney Theme. See if you can spot your favorite Disney Characters.

Happy Halloween from Real Property Assessment (devils & Angels) and Real Property Tax Collections (mimes).

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43rd Annual Maui County Senior Fair

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Maui County Civil Air Patrol Congressional Gold Medal & Cadet Officer Commissioning Photos: Ryan Piros

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Maui County Product Enrichment Program 2016

WAILUKU FIRST FRIDAY Friday, November 4, 2016, 6 to 9 PM. Join the FREE family event on the historic Market Street in Wailuku. Enjoy delicious foods, multiple live music & entertainment stages, activities for the keiki (children), free parking in the Maui Medical Group lot. For more information call (808) 878-1888 or visit https://mauifridays.com/wailuku.

JAZZ FESTIVAL CONCERT: East Meets West Friday, November 4 at 2pm, trumpet soloist and recording artists, DeShannon Higa will conduct a jazz music workshop at King Kekaulike High School on Kula Hwy. Festival concert will be on Saturday, November 5 at 6:30 pm in Iao Theatre on Market Street in Wailuku. Also featuring Reggie Padilla on tenor saxophone, Ethan Capone on piano, Jon Hawes on bass and Darryl Pellegrini on drums. Jazz Maui presents the East Meets West Festival, a cross-cultural musical collaborations and attract a worldwide range of musical educators and performers to Maui To register for the jazz workshop call (808) 283-3576 or for concert tickets visit www.MauiOnStage.com.

2016 HUI NO’EAU: Malama Wao Akua Exhibition Now through November 10, 2016, the Hui No’eau Visual Art Center in collaboration with the East Maui Watershed Partnership to raise awareness about the native species of Maui Nui (Maui, Lana’i, Molokai, Kaho’olawe). This exhibition provides powerful visuals that celebrate Maui’s native plant and animal life. Artwork depicts only species native to Maui Nui, a landscape showcasing only native Maui Nui species, or people working to protect Maui’s native species and native habitats. See you at the Hui’s Exhibition! For more information call (808) 572-6560 or visit www.huinoeau.com

150th Anniversary: Tribute to Life of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, Father of Modern China Friday, November 11, and Saturday, November 12, celebration to honor the life and achievements of Dr. Sun Yat-sen at Wo Hing Museum & Cookhouse, 858 Front Street in Lahaina. Festival activity hours are between 2 and 8:30 pm. Activities include new educational exhibit, film tribute and displays. You can try Chinese martial arts on the museum lawn, or explore cultural activities like calligraphy and knot tying and more! For more information call (808) 661-3262 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org

THEATER ON THE ISLE: MARY POPPINS From November 25 to December 11, 2016, the Iao Theater presents one of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nominations for nine Olivier and seven Tony Awards, including Best musical. For tickets or more information call (808) 242-6969 or visit www.mauionstage.com

VISUAL ART EXHIBITION: Uniques Gallery Gift Shop From November 21 to December 20, 2016, the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Schaefer Gallery will showcase the savvy shopper! Holiday gift list will find quality-crafted unique items to inspire artistic gift-giving at a reasonable cost. Uniques Gallery Gift Shop will be open every day, 10 am – 5 pm. This is a free to the public. For more information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org

HAWAIIAN MUSIC SERIES Thursday, November 24, 2016, 6 – 7:30 pm, Enjoy FREE concerts under the stars and Lahaina moon, featuring talented local musicians on Baldwin Home Museum lawn, Front Street, Lahaina (Corner of Dickenson & Front Street). The combination of great Hawaiian music, award-winning restaurants and vibrant shops combine to create a perfect evening out on Lahaina town. For more information call (808) 661-3262 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org

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

Eight Major Categories of Sustainability “Here’s 2 of 8 and How We Can All Contribute”

By SeaRay Beltran, Safety Specialist III Department of Corporation Counsel/Division of Risk Management

For those facility managers that don’t know, Safety and Health plays a major role in facility management. Before I can even get to the parts of sustainability, I should first explain what is “Sustainability” and why is it important. Sustainable development is the organizing principle for sustaining finite resources necessary to provide for the needs of future generations of life on the planet. It is a process that envisions a desirable future state for human societies in which living conditions and resource‐use continue to meet human needs without undermining the "integrity, stability and beauty" of natural biotic systems. It was suggested that "the term 'sustainability' should be viewed as humanity's target goal of human‐ecosystem equilibrium (homeostasis), while 'sustainable development' refers to the holistic approach and temporal processes that lead us to the end point of sustainability." So how can you the County of Maui employees contribute to this 'sustainability' process in your departments/divisions and at home? Well let’s first see what the eight major categories are of sustainability and see where you can contribute. Eight Major Categories of Sustainability

 Energy  Water  Materials and resources  Workplace management  Indoor environmental quality  Quality of service  Waste  Site impact Now some of the major categories of sustainability are easier to implement then other. This can be done at work and at your home. Let’s take “Energy” for starters. Energy imitative are the easiest to implement, the most tangible and the first priority of most organization in their sustainability efforts. Energy is a complex issue that must be viewed as a process that begins with the acquisition of energy and concludes with its consumption by occupants. In term of energy use, the goals of sustainable facility include:

 Consuming less energy overall.  Using energy from renewable sources  Using energy in a more socially and environmentally responsible manner. How can you as an employee of the county help? Start be turning off lights in areas that is not being used and/or ask Public Works Engineering Maintenance to replace the light switch with a motion sensor. Public Works Engineering Maintenance is contributing by replacing all of it interior lighting at the O’Maui building with “Light Emiting Diode” LED blubs. What will this do for the facility in turn? LEDs are “directional” light sources, which means they emit light in a specific direction, unlike incandescent and compact fluorescent bulbs, which emit light and heat in all directions. For this reason, LED lighting is able to use light and energy more efficiently in many applications with less heat. As an employee you too can implement LED lights at your home to help eliminate light pollution and save energy. In turn, you’ll be participating in sustainability and help save the planet. Water: Water shortages are becoming increasingly common throughout the world including Hawaii as a result of decreasing fresh water supply, increasing drought conditions and continued population growth. For that reason, water usage must be managed closely, even if water is being supplied by a well on property rather than by the public utilities. How can one conserve water and still use it as needed? One of the best way to do this at home would be to do the following.

 Install low flow fixtures  Install water faucets/tap and shower with Aerator  Install low flow toilet or vacuum toilet  Install waterless urinals (optional for home use)  Install a sizable closed water tank to catch rainwater The County of Maui somewhere in the mid 2000 implemented that the recycled water R1 to be used as irrigation water rather than fresh water supply. This in itself was a very smart move for WWRT to do since it was being proactive by conserving fresh water supply for human consumption and not waste. However, we have a very long ways to go to be a better community and friendlier county as in saving our island. As one of the very few Sustainable Facility Professionals (SFP) in Hawaii. I’m always assisting our DPWEM and my friends with sustainable facility management. It would be very wise for the County of Maui departments to replace all the traditional urinals with “Waterless Urinal” system. Traditional urinal systems use an average of 1 to 1.5 gallon per flash. While waterless urinal type conserves over 40,000 gallons of water each year. The other advantage of the “Waterless Urinal” system, is that it’s hand free and therefore sanitation healthier. Water is life as we all say and we know that we can’t live without water but yet we miss use it every single day. One good way to conserve water at home or at work is to ensure we catch the water that’s running from our roof into a holding tank whenever it rains. This will provide several things for us.

 Save our water bill use.  Eliminate using fresh water to water our yard and plants.  Prepare use for disaster due to brown water and no water due to power outage. Residential water tanks are very smart way to conserve water use and lower ones irrigation bill. It can set at a location same height of the house for gravity flow or next to the house. The one very important thing to remember is that it needs to sealed and have two type of filters. One filter is to catch the roof dirt that comes from the trees nearby and the other filter is to mostly filter out the smaller dirt from getting into the water tank. The tank needs to have an entry large enough to fit a person. This will be used to ensure one can get into the tank and clean it out. It also needs a 4 to 6 inch drain for cleaning out the sediment from over time. It should have a one way shut off valve and an over flow valve. The over flow valve should be piped to an irrigation system to water the yard and plants. The facility water tank is very similar to the residential except that it would be larger due to the demand for water by the facility occupants and the need to provide irrigation for the landscape of the facility. These two are just part of the eight major parts and a simple examples on how you, the county employees can help our island and contribute to sustainable living. If anyone would like to learn more contact me by email and if I get a large enough group I can put a presentation. If a department/division wants assistance in learning how to be more sustainable, please contact me is be happy to champion your department/division. I wear more than one hat and have several expertise/certifications in the field of S&H, DOT, EPA, NFPA, EOC and FM. This is one of the reasons I’m always willing to assist the county departments. For those facility managers that don’t know, Safety and Health plays a major role in facility management.