MILILANI/ WAIPIO/ MELEMANU NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 25 c/o NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION  925 DILINGHAM BOULEVARD SUITE 160 , , 96813 PHONE (808) 768-3710  FAX (808) 768-3711  INTERNET: http://www.honolulu.gov

DRAFT- REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 MILILANI RECREATION CENTER III

CALL TO ORDER: Chair Dick Poirier called the meeting to order at 7:37 p.m., with a quorum of 19 members present. Note: This 23-member Board requires 12 members to establish quorum and to take official Board action. Chair Poirier led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Members Present: Danielle Bass, Elise Carmody, Michael Dau, Ann Freed, Sabrina Gustafson, Marilyn Lee, Karen Loomis, Joy Marshall, Trevor Nagamine, Debra Perry, Dick Poirier, Marion Poirier, Carole Siegel, Mary Smart, Emil Svrcina, Corinne Gallardo-Mata, Patricia Li, Bernie Marcos Jr., and Charlie Remington.

Members Absent: Pauline Arellano, Pua Iuli and Rodney Park.

Guests: Lieutenant Darin Evangelista (Honolulu Police Department), Tracy Kubota (Mayor Caldwell’s Representative), Duke Chung (Board of Water Supply), Noah Murakami (Representative Fukumoto’s Office); Janet Mason (League of Women Voters); Marle White (Convention of States); Phil Acosta (Alea Bridge); Christine Kline (Weston Solutions); Evan Eshelman and Jeff Eshelman (Toop 75), Steven Antonio (Cameraman), and James Skizewski (Neighborhood Assistant).

APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JANUARY 25, 2017 – The January 25, 2017 regular meeting minutes were ADOPTED by UNANIMOUS CONSENT, as written, 19-0-0 (Aye: Bass, Carmody, Dau, Freed, Gustafson, Lee, Loomis, Marshall, Nagamine, Perry, Poirier, Poirier, Siegel, Smart, Svrcina, Gallardo-Mata, Li, Marcos Jr., and Remington. Nay: none; Abstain: none ;).

Filling of Vacancy in Sub-District Four (4): Chair Poirier requested volunteers to fill the vacancy of sub-district four (4). No volunteers or nominations followed.

COMMUNITY FORUM

Honolulu Fire Department (HFD): No report provided, no representative present.

Honolulu Police Department (HPD): Lieutenant Darin Evangelista reported the following:  Online Crime Map: Lieutenant Evangelista announced that from January 2017 to this meeting there were 126 crime cases for the period, 18 unauthorized entry to a motor vehicle (UEMV), 11 incidents of property damage, 9 incidents of auto theft, 5 drug incidents, 4 assault incidents, 3 incidents of fraud, 3 incidents of graffiti, 2 burglary incidents, 1 robbery incident, 2 incidents of sexual assault, and 1 incident of arson. Lieutenant Evangelista noted that sexual assault was added to the crime list but the addition of domestic violence is still under review.  Safety Tip: Obtaining a Police Report: Copies of police reports or letters of verification must be made in person at the records and identification division at the HPD main station located at 801 South Beretania Street. A complainant, victim, or witness in a criminal report may obtain a letter of verification confirming that a police report has been filed. The report itself will not be releasable as long as the case is pending. After a case has been closed, a redacted copy of the report is releasable to anyone that requests it. Motor vehicle collision reports are available from the records division seven (7) days following an accident. Drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and other involved parties may obtain copies. All requestors must provide a valid photo ID. If requesting a report for another person, a notarized letter of authorization is required. A small fee will be charged for the report copies.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed: 1. Break-In Technology: Carmody asked and Lieutenant Evangelista responded that he has hear of technology being used to bypass locking systems but is not aware of any current particular cases. 2. HPD Monitoring Carpool Lanes: Svrcina noted increased HPD presence in the carpool lane monitoring speeds and occupancy. Svrcina asked and Lieutenant Evangelista responded that he is not aware of HPD instruction to increase HPD monitoring of the carpool lanes but added HPD does monitor occupancy and speeds in the carpool lanes.

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3. Safety Tip: Dau noted and Lieutenant Evangelista agreed that motorists should not leave valuables in their vehicles unattended. 4. Mililani Town Center Traffic Enforcement: Bass requested and Lieuetenant Evangelista noted that he will pass on the request to monitor the prohibited left turn lane coming out of Mililani Town Center onto Lanikuhana Avenue.

Military: No representative present, no report provided.

Board of Water Supply (BWS): Duke Chung circulated a newsletter reported the following:  Main Breaks: There were no main breaks for the month of February 2017.  General Water Announcements o Rain Water Recapture and Reuse – The BWS is partnering with the City Department of Facility Maintenance (DFM) – Storm Water Quality Branch in an effort to encourage water conservation with rain water recapture and reuse. Oahu’s storm drains are separate from the sewer system and are specifically designed to handle rain water run-off to prevent flooding in developed areas. By reducing the amount of water that enters storm drains, methods such as a rain barrel catchment system, rain gardens, and xeriscaping can reduce the negative effects on streams and beaches when rain water picks up debris and pollutants from the ground. The BWS estimates the average home uses 50 percent of their water outdoors. By installing a rain barrel catchment system at your home, you are helping the BWS to preserve Oahu’s water resources and encourage water conservation. A rain barrel catchment system allows you to capture rain water for use with outdoor, non-drinking water activities, such as non-edible plant irrigation. The BWS encourages its use because it reduces the amount of drinking water used for non-drinking purposes. For information about rain barrel catchment systems, visit www.boardofwatersuply.com/conservation, and for more information about reducing storm water run-off, visit www.cleanwaterhonolulu.com. o Halawa Xeriscape Garden Workshops – The BWS and Friends of Halawa Xeriscape Garden continue to offer workshops that highlight the concept of xeriscaping – an innovative means of conserving water through efficient landscaping. These workshops offer creative ideas to help you maintain a water efficient and attractive landscape while reducing your outdoor water use and reliance on harmful chemical pesticides. A full list of xeriscape workshops is available at www.boardofwatersupply.com. Upcoming workshops: . March 3, 2017: Magnificent Neem  Follow Ups: Chung noted that Waipio Acres is a part of the BWS Mililani Waipio Neighborhood Board No. 25 report. Chung added that he distributed an article regarding fluoride legislation and stated that BWS does not support or oppose the addition of fluoride to water.

PUBLIC FORUM

Troop Reductions Study Final Findings: Christine Kline reported the following: Final Findings: The purpose of the study was to gauge the impacts of the troop reduction on retail sales, housing, schools, employment, services, facilities, and effects on small businesses. Models were used with the addition of surveys to gauge the impacts on the community. The final report is available at http://bit.ly/CCH_CCIAA.

Partners in Care for the Hale o Maluhia (HoM) Project: Phil Acosta of Alea Bridge reported the following: HoM Project and Point in Time Count: Acosta explained his affiliation with the unfunded all volunteer nonprofit agency Alea Bridge which was created in January 2016 and is an organization that is focused on community outreach. Alea Bridge will serve as a bridge between those in need of services and the service providers. Alea Bridge organized the yearly mandated Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Point in Time (PIT) count for region five (5) which will be occurred in the week of Monday, January 23, 2017, through Friday, January 27, 2017 and analyzed the state of homelessness throughout the island and rest of the State. The data will be used by HUD and the State to address the regions accordingly. The data gathered from the PIT count will help the community recognize the next steps needed to address homelessness in the area. Region five (5) covers from Kipapa Gulch out to Kaena Point then across the North Shore to Turtle Bay. Acosta thanked area legislators and the community for contributions and help as a total of 1026 man-hours were needed to conduct the study. Acosta noted that the homeless count for region five (5) has totaled 383 unsheltered that were surveyed but added that all numbers are preliminary as the numbers are expected to change. Acosta further noted that over the next couple weeks the data will be clarified and submitted to federal partners who will allocate funds to address homelessness. In March 2017 the official count will be released. Alea Bridge will be taking ownership of the homeless issues and solutions in region five (5) noting that the stats will justify the need for a facility to be able to provide services for Region five (5). Acosta reported that a grant in aide (GIA) application has been filed for the Wahiwa HoM project Oahu’s Neighborhood Board system – Established 1973 MILILANI/WAIPIO/MELEMANU NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 25 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 DRAFT-REGULARMEETINGMINUTES PAGE3OF8 which is asking for aide in the creation of a Resource and Navigation Center for the homeless and at risk population in the area. This center will be providing temporary housing, intensive care, employment assistance, and other support services. The site is projected to have 20 beds, hygiene and laundry facilities, and storage areas to aide in the rapid transition of the homeless to permanent housing. The center should be running by the end of 2018 if the GIA process is approved. Acosta concluded that this center will help reverse the trend of the growing population of homeless in the area using intensive outreach and the creation of a navigation center. For more information email [email protected].

Questions, comments, and concerns followed: 1. Data Collection: Remington asked and Acosta responded that surveyors did one-on-one surveys that discussed medical and homeless history. Surveyors went into encampments and beaches along with those living in their cars. Others homeless persons were reported but not counted. 2. Increase due to Data Collection: Gustafson asked and Acosta responded that both the efficiency in data collection and amount of homeless contributed to the increase. Acosta added that he couldn’t speak to the other areas being surveyed as the data is still being compiled. The final data will be released mid to late March 2017. 3. Percentage of Homeless Local: Smart asked and Acosta responded that although he has no percentage number relating to the number of homeless that originate in region five (5), majority of the surveyed homeless were local. 4. Purpose of Data: Dau asked and Acosta responded that the dad is a part of the yearly mandated United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Point in Time (PIT) Count. The data will additionally be used for a request of funding to obtain and construct a navigation center to provide services to the homeless in the area. 5. Level of Vulnerability: Perry asked and Acosta responded that the level of vulnerability is taken into account when providing services. Those who don’t want help will not be cast aside.

Convention of States: Mark White the Hawaii State Director of the Convention of States Action reported the following: Convention of States Action is a non-profit organization founded for the purpose of limiting federal government. The Convention of States Action (COSA) seeks to urge and empower state legislators to call a convention of states. Delegates to the convention will have power to propose amendments to the Constitution that would curb the abuses of the federal government. Article V of the Constitution gives them this power; the COS Project will give them an avenue through which they can use it. There has been over 400 requests for a COS but never has there been 34 states request a COS on a single subject. Once 34 states agree to a COS through a filed resolution, Congress will be required to call the convention naming the date and location of the event. States control all other aspects to the convention. White concluded that it is time to start looking at a return of power to the state government noting that 45% of the State’s Education budget is controlled by the Federal Government. COS resolutions will be filed in both houses on the State Legislature this year.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed: Safeguards to a COS: Svrcina asked and White responded that 34 states must apply for a COS through an accepted resolution on a single issue or it will be deemed out of order. Congress determines the method of ratification of any proposals that come from the COS or deeming any proposals unconstitutional. 38 states needing to pass the produced proposals in their respective governments. The COS will only pass proposals for amendments.

Election by Mail System: Janet Mason of the League of Women Voters reported the following: Election by Mail: Voting By Mail would mail ballots to all registered voters, around three (3) weeks prior to Election Day. This would not eliminate all polling places. Voting by mail would offer convenience to voters, a cost savings of around $874,000 every election cycle, would reduce barriers and increase voter participation. Voting by Mail would be phased in with all four (4) counties and the League of Women Voter are convinced voting by mail will increase turnout. Ballots are mailed out well ahead of Election Day, typically about a month in advance. The voter marks the ballot, puts it first into a secrecy envelope and then places the secrecy envelope and its contents in a separate mailing envelope. The voter signs an affidavit on the exterior of the mailing envelope and returns the package via mail. Postage costs are prepaid. Ballots must be received by 6:00PM on Election Day. Once returned by the voter, voting officials will scan the unopened exterior returned ballot to verify signatures and then open the envelope. The enclosed ballots are tabulated by computer, but a verifiable paper trail is maintained for all ballots. Replacement ballots for lost or damaged ballots are available from the county clerks, who cancel the original ballot before issuing a replacement. In-person voting sites will continue to be available for voters who would like to vote in-person and to provide additional services to voters.

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1. Receipt of Vote: Dau asked and Mason responded that voters could call the Office of Elections to check on the receipt of votes. Hawaii is also looking at an automated vote tracking system similarly like the one in Colorado. Drop boxes are also a popular voting delivery alternative. Dau asked and Mason responded that only the first vote that is received by mail in voters will be counted. 2. Signatures and Vote Counting Observers: Svrcina asked and Mason responded that if signatures on the mail in votes are uncounted they are set aside and the county clerk will contact the voter. Signature rules are very strict. Svrcina asked and Mason responded that vote counting observers are picked by both political parties and present at all vote counts. Svrcina asked and Mason responded that vote counting will be delegated to County Clerks and the counting process will start 15 days before Election Day. Scanners will be used to count the ballots. Svrcina asked and Mason responded that the main reason the League of Women Voters is for the proposal is to increase voter turnout. Smart noted that an article stated that 1600 votes were rejected last cycle, she noted her concerns with more votes getting rejected which will disenfranchise many voters. Freed added that vote rejections are common and will continue. 3. Opposition: Smart noted the use of voting precincts will eliminate over votes and voting by mail will not provide voters with more time as they have to mail in their vote unlike the current system where voters have until Election Day to evaluate new information. Smart added that Colorado allows voters to withdraw their votes. Smart asked and Mason responded that she is just trying to increase voter participation. 4. Voting Options: Gustafson asked and Mason responded that when ballots are mailed to registered voters, voters can put their vote in a drop box, mail in their vote, or go to a voting service center. 5. If Vote is not Received: Svrcina asked and Mason responded that voters can call to inquire on the status of their ballot or go to a voting center to receive a new ballot. 6. Canceling a Vote: Dau asked and Mason responded that voters can already cancel a vote. Voters will be able to visit a voting service center where they can cancel their mailed in vote and revote in person.

REPORTS OF PUBLIC OFFICIALS

Governor David Ige’s Representative: A Capitol Connection was circulated; Keith Kawaoka the Deputy Director of the Department of Health (DOH) noted that the legislature is in the midst of session. Bills will crossover soon and if they do not crossover the legislation will not be passed this session.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed: 1. DOH Move: Dau asked and Deputy Kawaoka responded that the first wave of 60 staff will move to the new DOH facility in the summer and the rest of the staff will move over next year. 2. Radiation: Svrcina asked and Deputy Kawaoka responded that no alarming level of radiation has been identified coming from the Fukushima Nuclear incident.. 3. Rat Lung Worm Disease: Lee asked and Deputy Kawaoka responded that Rat Lung Disease is predominantly found on the island of Hawaii where 20-25 cases have occurred. Deputy Kawaoka urged the community to wash the vegetables as Rat Lung Disease can be found in the slime of slugs. 4. Education Concerns: Freed voiced concerns regarding education, teacher’s pay, and retention. Freed noted her desire for uniform quality education across the state. Deputy Kawaoka noted he will pass on the stated concerns. 5. Rat Lung Worm Disease in Ocean: Perry asked and Deputy Kawaoka responded that Rat Lung Disease is not able to survive in the ocean. Horses, dogs and cats have gotten ill.

Mayor Kirk Caldwell’s Representative: Tracy Kubota, Deputy Director of the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) circulated the Oahu News and reported:  “Sew a Lei for Memorial Day” Poster Contest: Open to all students, kindergarten to 12th grade, in public, private, charter school, or homeschooled. Drawing needs be on a 9” x 12” paper, and the use of pen, pencil, ink, pastels, and paints are allowed. No computer enhancements or cut-outs, paste-ons, or stickers are allowed. Drawing could depict scenes of lei sewing activities, Punchbowl memorial activities, or military appreciation. This year marks the 50th Commemorative Year of the Vietnam War, and the City and County of Honolulu is hoping for a great public show of support. More information is available through your child’s school, on the Department of Parks and Recreation website, or please write to us at [email protected], or call 768.3003.  Follow Ups: o Fines on Unregistered/Uninspected Mopeds: The Department of Customer Services (CSD) are staggering the registration of mopeds to the new certificate of moped registration, license plate and emblem beginning January 2017 through the end of December 2017. During this transition period, Oahu’s Neighborhood Board system – Established 1973 MILILANI/WAIPIO/MELEMANU NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 25 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 DRAFT-REGULARMEETINGMINUTES PAGE5OF8

mopeds with the existing permanent moped decal should still be considered as having a valid registration and should not be cited for an invalid registration or safety inspection. Drivers of mopeds with the new moped registration, single license plate affixed to the rear of the moped and current emblem must also have a valid safety inspection sticker and certificate of safety inspection. The driver of the moped is required to present all documents to HPD officers upon demand. HPD may seize an unregistered moped. Upon seizure by HPD the owner will have to pay all registration fees due and $25 penalty. After ten days if not redeemed by the owner, HPD may sell the moped at auction. o No Parking Sign on Hookelewaa Street before Meheula Parkway: The Department of Transportation Services (DTS) will be conducting an investigation, which may require research, site inspections, and field assessments. The board will be informed of DTS’ findings when the investigation is completed. o Mililani Neighborhood Park Restriping: The restriping of the tennis courts with pickle ball lines were completed on Tuesday, January 31, 2017. o Wainihi Street: The Department of Facility Maintenance (DFM) and the Department of Design and Construction (DDC) appreciate the community’s patience regarding the replacement of the metal grate at the bottom of Wainihi Street. Concerns raised by the fabricator of the grate replacement are being addressed to mitigate future problems. o Lanikuhana Avenue Repaving: Per the contractor, Grace Pacific,the estimated start date is slated for April for construction. Usually the first items to be replace are damaged concrete curbs and gutters that were uplifted by street trees. Paving would follow. It is anticipated to be mid-summer before any new asphalt would be put down. o Mililani District Park Lights: The lights at Mililani District Park have been replaced.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed: 1. Sidewalk at Mililani Waena Elementary School: Poirier noted concerns that the sidewalk fronting Mililani Waena Elementary School’s entrance is deteriorating and posing a danger to the community. 2. HPD Citations: Board member Svrcina asked if HPD is asked to increase citations to increase revenue.

Councilmember Ron Menor: Gallardo-Mata noted that Councilmember Menor was unable to attend the meeting as he is attending a conference, a newsletter was circulated. Gallardo-Mata reported:  Mililani High School Girls Soccer Team: Councilmember Menor congratulated the Mililani High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team for having won the OIA Division One (1) Title.  Secondary Student Conference: Councilmember Menor hosted two (2) student leadership groups at the Honolulu Hale on Monday, February 13, 2017, as he met with the 2017 Secondary Student conference to discuss the functions of City government. Councilmember Menor also answered student’s questions from the Center for Tomorrow’s Leaders.  Mayor Caldwell’s Budget: Mayor Caldwell’s budget will be distributed Thursday, March 2, 2017. Councilmember Menor’s office welcomes all budget requests.  Mililani Disaster Preparedness Fair: The Mililani Disaster Preparedness Fair will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2017. More details will be distributed in the coming months.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed: 1. Abandoned Cars on Kamehameha Highway: Gustafson noted the presence of abandoned cars and campers across from Central Oahu Regional Park (CORP) on Kamehameha Highway. Dau noted that a sweep was done at CORP where the homeless persons at CORP could have moved across the street to the Castle and Cooke property. Dau noted he has called Castle and Cooke who told him something would be done regarding the issue. Gustafson asked and Dau responded that the cars on the side of the road did come out of CORP. Gallardo-Mata noted she will look into the issue. 2. Budget Requests: Acosta asked and Gallardo-Mata responded that any capital improvement project (CIP) requests can be forwarded to Council Chair Menor’s office. Acosta asked and Gallardo-Mata responded that the sooner the requests can be received the better.

Senator Michelle Kidani: Trevor Nagamine circulated a newsletter and reported the following:

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 Teachers Raises: As Chair of the Senate Committee on Education Senator Kidani is focused on the issue of teacher’s pay. The Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA) collectively bargained contract will be up for renewal.  Traffic Enforcement: HPD’s increased enforcement is not to increase HPD revenue as all funds coming from citations go to the judiciary.  Homeless at CORP: Senator Kidani’s office has received complaints regarding the Homeless across from CORP on the Castle and Cooke Property. This issue is Castle and Cooke’s responsibility and the State Homeless Coordinator is aware of the situation.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed: 1. Emergency Medical Services Building: Remington requested an update on the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) building in Waipio Gentry. 2. Kamehameha Highway Construction Schedule: Gustafson asked and Nagamine responded that he will look into the Kamehameha Highway construction schedule.

Representative : Danielle Bass circulated a newsletter and reported the following:  Secondary Student Learn about Hawaii Government and HTA Rally: On Friday, February 3, 2017, the Hawaii Secondary Student Council met at the Hawaii State Capitol to learn about Hawaii’s various levels of government. Mililani High School faculty led this conference at the State Capitol. On the same date public school teachers statewide rallied at the State Capitol to urge the Governor and the Legislature to improve teacher salaries, improve school facilities, and provide air conditional for schools.  House Bill (HB) 462: HB 462 being heard by the committee on Finance on Thursday, February 23, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. intends to expand the Waiawa Prison by transferring 3,000 beds from Halawa Prison to become Hawaii’s new highest security prison. Representative Yamane is in strong opposition to this legislation. Representative Yamane requests support in opposition of HB 462. This bill would also remove Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) requirements and any community input, meetings, or protections to the Central Oahu community.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed: 1. HB462: Gustafson asked and Bass responded that Representative Takayama who is the Chair of the committee on Public Safety introduced HB462. 2. Teacher’s Rally: Svrcina asked and Bass responded that the teacher’s had a Teacher’s Institute Day on the day of the rally as no classes were held. 3. HB462: Lee noted that concerned community members can still call the State House committee on Finance to give testimony on HB463. Lee added that no entity should be required to come before the community. Freed noted that no entity should be able to bypass EIS requirements. Freed noted that private prisons lead to an increase in recidivism. Freed concluded that a new prison is needed to bring Hawaii prisoners back to the islands to serve time for crimes done in Hawaii. Bass noted that HB462 is working contrary to the Prison Relocation Task Force and Representative Yamane has voiced strong opposition to HB462. 4. Mililani Technical Park: Chair Poirier askedn and Bass responded the Mililani Technical Park was selected as an alternative site for the Oahu Community Correction Center (OCCC) through a vetted process and is number four (4) on a list of 11 possible sites. The areas were visited through the process unlike the Waiawa Prison expansion proposal.

Representative Beth Fukumoto: Noah Murakami circulated Representative Fukumoto’s newsletter listing various legislation that was featured throughout the newsletter.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed: HB1550: Gustafson asked and Murakami responded that he will provide a response at the next meeting regarding Representative Fukumoto’s stance on HB1550.

Representative Lauren Matsumoto Cheape: Representative Cheape Matsumoto circulated a newsletter and reported the following:  Secondary Student Conference: On Thursday, February 16, 2017, the Secondary Student Conference was held at the State Capitol. About 125 students came from around the state and a few of them got to discuss with Representative Matsumoto Cheape the legislative process.  Mililani Carnival: Representative Matsumoto Cheape participated in the Mililani high School Carnival managing a scrip booth. The carnival had a great turnout and was an inspiring event.  Agricultural Worker Housing: Representative Matsumoto Cheape noted that Kunia Village located on the site of the former Del Monte Plantation Camp contains newly built and recently renovated rental housing

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designated specifically for farm workers and their families. Any work done on a farm incidental to or in conjunction with farming operations, including the delivery and preparation of commodities for market storage. For more information call 808-439-6375 or email [email protected]. COMMITTEE AND OTHER REPORTS

Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Remington reported a remaining balance of $216.34.

CORP Advisory Committee: Dau reported that at the last CORP community meeting it was announced the CORP aquatics center will be renamed Mark K. Takai Aquatics Center. Takai was a University of Hawaii at Manoa swimmer. Complaints have been received regarding tennis instructors at CORP holding courts they do not have permits for. Pickleball supporters made a presentation regarding the introduction of Pickleball at CORP.

Chair’s Report: Neighborhood Assistant Skizewski outlined the amount of candidates that have filed for the neighborhood board election in the Mililani Waipio Neighborhood Board No. 25 election. Skizewski did note that a finalized list of candidates will be made available in March 2017. Chair Poirier noted that three (3) businesses in the Mililani Waipio area will be applying for liquor permits and will include. California Pizza Kitchen, Ninja Sushi, and Mililani Golf Club. Chair Poirier noted that a notice of concern regarding HB462 could be provided from the Board.

NEW BUSINESS

Drug Abuse Information and Prevention Forum: Lee noted that on Thursday, March 8, 2017 a Drug Abuse Information and Prevention will be held at Mililani High School Cafeteria, starting at 7:00 p.m.

Lee moved and Gustafson seconded the motion for the Mililani/Waipio/Melemanu Neighborhood Board No. 25 be a Sponsor of the Drug Abuse Information and Prevention Forum. The motion passed by UNANIMOUS CONSENT, 19-0-0 (Aye: Bass, Carmody, Dau, Freed, Gustafson, Lee, Loomis, Marshall, Nagamine, Perry, Poirier, Poirier, Siegel, Smart, Svrcina, Gallardo-Mata, Li, Marcos Jr. and Remington; Nay: None; Abstain: None ;).

Resolution Urging the to Establish an Election-by-Mail System: Marshal read the below sections:

BE IT RESOLVED that the Mililani/Waipio/Melemanu Neighborhood Board No. 25 strongly urges the Hawaii State Legislature to enact legislation to establish and implement an election by mail voting system in the State of Hawai`i; and

BEITFURTHERRESOLVED that copies of this resolution be distributed to all State Legislators, the Governor and all County Mayors; all Chief Election Officers and Election Clerks, and all Oahu Neighborhood Board Members.

Marshal moved and Siegal seconded the motion for the Mililani/Waipio/Melemanu Neighborhood Board No. 25 to support a resolution urging the Hawaii State Legislature to Establish an Election-by-Mail System. Discussion followed:

Gustafson moved and Bass seconded the motion to amend the resolution so the first “Be it Resolved” section should read as follows “BE IT RESOLVED that the Mililani/Waipio/Melemanu Neighborhood Board No. 25 strongly urges the Hawaii State Legislature to enact legislation to establish and implement an election by mail voting system in the State of Hawai`i which would include a ballot tracking system; and”. The motion passed by UNANIMOUS CONSENT, 19-0-0 (Aye: Bass, Carmody, Dau, Freed, Gustafson, Lee, Loomis, Marshall, Nagamine, Perry, Poirier, Poirier, Siegel, Smart, Svrcina, Gallardo-Mata, Li, Marcos Jr. and Remington; Nay: None; Abstain: None ;).

1. Whereas Four (4): Smart noted that whereas four (4) is untrue as many voters prefer the current election model.

Smart moved and Svrcina seconded the motion to remove the fourth whereas. The motion failed, 8-11 (Aye: Bass, Dau, Gallardo-Mata, Loomis, Marcos, Perry, Smart and Svrcina; Nay: Carmody, Freed, Gustafson, Lee, Li, Marshall, Nagamine, Poirier, Poirier, Remington and Siegel; Abstain: None ;).

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Smart moved and Svrcina seconded the motion to remove the eleventh “whereas”. The motion failed, 2- 17-0 (Aye: Smart and Svrcina; Nay: Bass, Carmody, Dau, Freed, Gustafson, Lee, Loomis, Marshall, Nagamine, Perry, Poirier, Poirier, Siegel, Gallardo-Mata, Li, Marcos Jr. and Remington; Abstain: none ;).

Hearing no further discussion, the motion for the Mililani/Waipio/Melemanu Neighborhood Board No. 25 to support a resolution urging the Hawaii State Legislature to Establish an Election-by-Mail System passed, 17-2-0 (Aye: Bass, Carmody, Dau, Freed, Gustafson, Lee, Loomis, Marshall, Nagamine, Perry, Poirier, Poirier, Siegel, Gallardo-Mata, Li, Marcos Jr. and Remington ; Nay: Smart and Svrcina; Abstain: ;).

ANNOUCEMENTS: The next Mililani/Waipio/Melemanu Neighborhood Board No. 25 will be held on Wednesday, March 22, 2017.

‘Olelo Broadcasting: The videotaping of Board meetings are scheduled to be shown on ‘Olelo Focus 49 every second Thursday at 9:00 a.m. and every first and third Saturday at 9:00 a.m.

ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 9:42 p.m.

Submitted by: James Skizewski, Public Relations Assistant Reviewed by: Relley Araceley Public Relations Assistant Final Review by: Dick Poirier, Chair

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