Resource Guide 2009

PURPOSE OF THIS RESOURCE GUIDE: TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. To highlight on-island businesses and resources. 2. To identify information and resources for those The Sustainability Wheel interested in becoming more sustainable on their own. page 1 3. To initiate conversations on long-term sustainability planning for Molokai, based on page 14 page 2 these 12 elements.

Health &Community Safety Culture

page 4 page 13 Waste Management

Green Economy & The 12 elements of the “Sustainability Wheel” are Local Businesses based on community discussions about the question: Eco-Education “What does Sust ‘āina ble Molokai mean and what should it look like?” People Land Use Food Production page 12 `Aina page 5 Discussions on this topic began in 2008, and resulted & Subsistence & Security in the document Molokai, Future of a Hawaiian Island, which is meant to be a vision statement, a foundation to be built upon. Where we go from here is up to YOU. Water Renewable Energy Environment & The purpose of this Guide and this Conference is to Natural Resources get the Molokai community thinking and talking – page 11 Transportation page 7 deciding what WE want “Sust ‘āina ble Molokai” to mean and to look like. Green Buildings & Affordable Housing These 12 elements are meant to help guide those page 8 discussions, so we can make collective decisions on page 10 how to address each of these areas. The elements are page 9 presented in a wheel, so we can remember that they are all connected - each element impacts the others, and us. Molokai: Future of a Hawaiian Island

This document, Molokai: Future of a Hawaiian Island, was created in 2008, shortly after the closing of Molokai Ranch, when many MAHALO: were asking the Molokai community: “Ok, so what do you want?” • To our sponsors, who are listed on the back cover. To begin to answer that question, the authors of this document looked at the numerous community plans and studies that had • To everyone who helped in the gathering of been written over the years. Many common themes emerged. The information for this Resource Guide. document summarizes those important themes, and also asks a new question: what resources can we nurture, and what initiatives can we create ourselves so the entire island can return to pono and thrive in abundance?

Molokai: Future of a Hawaiian Island opens this dialogue. It is meant to be a living document and a guiding vision statement that will evolve with the community. Incorporating mana‘o from vari- DISCLAIMER: ous community documents generated over the past forty years, it also includes new material contributed by community members. This is an INTRODUCTORY issue of the Sustainable Molokai Resource Guide (we hope to have many more, and to get better at The life of this Hawaiian island depends on the community’s active putting this together!). We apologize for anyone who was forgot- role in shaping our own future. Molokai can collectively determine ten – it was not intentional. what we value and what we envision for our island by drawing on the mana‘o of everyone from young children to our cherished ku- If you have any ideas for adding to or improving this Resource puna. It is our hope that the community’s investment in this island Guide, please contact us at [email protected] or call will lead to an abundant and balanced future for the next seven 553-3847. generations and beyond. The authors are not endorsing any of the companies or businesses The Sustainable Molokai Conference and this Resource Guide are within the Resource Guide. meant to build upon the foundation created by this document.

The 12 elements in the Sustainability Wheel are directly related to the 7 chapters of Molokai: Future of a Hawaiian Island. In addi- tion, the Conference and this Guide are meant to be starting points, to introduce ideas and create spaces that initiate conversations.

We hope you will look through this Guide and give us feedback – on what you like, what you don’t like, and how to make it better. 1. CULTURE Hoe Wa‘a (Canoe Paddling) Hawaiian culture is the foundation upon which we build the future of The four on-island canoe clubs offer various levels of paddling, from Molokai. Our culture is based not only upon the relationship between beginner to advanced, youth to masters. Several of the clubs also peoples, but also our profound relationship between people and the organize activities that promote other forms of seafaring, land `āina. It is the desire of this community that our island, and all of its stewardship, and community service. natural resources, will be protected and preserved for future generations. - Aha Kukui ‘o Molokai – Adolph Helm, 567-6580

- Molokai Canoe Club – Liko Wallace, 553-5071

There are innumerable aspects of Hawaiian culture, including the - Wa‘akapaemua Canoe Club – Penny Martin, 553-9086 lifestyle we live every day. It is our intention that all 12 elements of this - Mana‘e Canoe Club – Bill Castor, 558-8199 Guide will support, and hopefully enhance, our unique Molokai culture. Some specific organizations and activities that offer opportunities to La‘au Lapa‘au become more involved in our island’s host culture are listed here: - Traditional Hawaiian medicinal healing. There are several experienced practitioners on-island. For more information, Hawaiian Language Classes contact Na Pu`u Wai at 560-3653. - Maui Community College, Molokai Education Center – Call 553-4490 or go to www.maui.hawaii.edu/molokai for Organizations information on upcoming classes. Contact: Donna Haytko-Paoa. - Society for Molokai Archaeology – Archaeological - Ke Kula Kaiapuni Intermediate/High School – Hawaiian technicians trained on Molokai. Contact: RDP at 553-8209. language immersion school. Cultural Learning Centers (see also Education section) - Punana Leo o Molokai – Hawaiian language immersion pre-

school. 567-9211 - Ka Honua Momona International – KHM’s mission is to be a model of sustainability mauka a makai. The non-profit

organization currently m ālama two ancient fishponds, Ali‘i and Hula Kaloko‘eli. For more information on how to get involved, call These four hula h ālau offer different styles and levels of teaching, please 553-8353 or go to www.kahonuamomona.org . contact them for more information. - Hawaiian Learning Center – Located in the ahupua‘a of ā - Moana’s Hula H lau – 553-3356. Keawanui, the Hawaiian Learning Center welcomes any and all [email protected] groups seeking cultural education and land stewardship based ā - H lau Hula O Molokai – Contact: Louise Bush, 567-6678. on the Ahupua‘a System, with an emphasis on traditional ā - H lau Hula O Kukunaokala – Contact: Louise Bush. Hawaiian Fishponds. 558-0111 - Hālau Hula O Kilohana – Keiki Hula. Contact: April Kealoha, - Hui Malama o Mo‘omomi – Traditional Hawaiian fishing. 553-3251. Contact: Uncle Mac Poepoe, 567-6150. - Ka Pa Hula O Hina I Ka Po La ‘ila ‘i – Contact: Po‘opua‘a

Kanoe Davis, 450-6218. *For Hawaiian art & hand crafts see the “Local Businesses” section .

Page 1 section is also meant to encourage those people interested in started 2. GREEN ECONOMY & LOCAL BUSINESSES their own green business, to do so. Good places to start:

ū One of the main goals of this Guide is to highlight local companies, K ha‘o Business Center (KBC) – KBC’s mission is to serve as an advocate and vehicle of empowerment for Molokai’s families to achieve especially those that m ālama our island’s natural resources and create both individually and collectively financial independence and jobs for Molokai residents. It is our hope that residents will support abundance in the formation of healthy and sustainable businesses. these businesses, since buying local has numerous benefits, including: Contact: Annette Pauole-Ahakuelo at 553-8100.

- Money stays within the Molokai economy. Molokai Chamber of Commerce – The Chamber’s objective is to promote business and community growth.Barbara Haliniak at 553-4482. Cheaper prices - and increased revenue by avoiding the middle man (less distribution and transportation costs). LOCAL BUSINESSES - Builds community – People know who they are buying from, Stores which leads to increased collaboration and ability to fulfill - Friendly Market Center – Grocery store. 553-5595 community needs. - Misaki’s – Grocery store. 553-5505 - Fresher and more nutritious produce – Off-island goods must - Kualapu‘u Market Ltd. – Grocery store. 567-6243 travel at least 2,500 miles before arriving in Honolulu, on top of - Mana‘e Goods & Grindz – Grocery store. 558-8498 the additional time and distance to get to Molokai. - Molokai Minimart – 553-4447 - Decreases carbon footprint – Decreased transportation means - C. Pascua Store – 553-5443 less fossil fuel burned, and less greenhouse gases produced. - Maunaloa General Store – 552-2346 - Kamoi’s Snack-n-Go – 553-3742 “Mom and Pop” establishments are the rule, not the exception on - Wines’n Spirits – 553-5009 Molokai. They represent the strength of our community and our belief - Molokai Drugs – 553-5790 that preserving good relationships is central to our way of life. We - Kalele Bookstore & Divine Expressions – 553-5112 encourage everyone to buy local whenever possible. - Molokai Fish & Dive – 553-5926 molokaifishanddive.com

- Molokai Surf – 553-5093 President Obama has been talking about his plan for a “New Green - Big Wind Kite Factory – 552-2364 Economy” for the country. The basic principle of this Green Economy - Take’s Variety Store – 553-5499 is that the promotion of sustainable technologies, such as renewable - G&M Variety – 553-5980 energy systems, can solve our nation’s two biggest problems – - Atlas Building Supplies – 553-5350 environmental and economic. More information on this concept and - Imamura’s – 553-5615 ideas for green jobs can be found in Van Jones’ book, The Green Collar - Imports Gift Shop – 553-5734 Economy (2008). - Bamboo Pantry – 553-3300

- Outpost Natural Foods – 553-3377 We believe a Green Economy can help Molokai flourish too, and so this - Shop 2 – Beauty Salon & Gunsmith. 553-5888

Page 2 LOCAL BUSINESSES CONTINUED - Quazifilms Media – Grassroots, community-based video production. 553-5011. quazifilms.com - Hikiola Cooperative – Home & garden center. 567-6522 - Molokai Mule Ride to Kalaupapa – muleride.com 567-7550 - Rawlins – 553-3214 - Damien Tours, Inc . – Daily Kalaupapa tours. 567-6171 - Hayaku – 553-3444 - Wickes Enterprises – Carpet & upholstery cleaners. 553-3448 - Molokai Artists & Crafters Guild - 553-8018 - Web Sights Crafted – websightscrafted.com 553-3070 - Molokai Fine Arts Gallery – 553-8520 - Markline, LLC – Environmental and community planning. 553-3847 Places to Eat - Molokai Pizza Café – 553-3288 Arts, Crafts, & Clothing - Molokai Drive Inn – 553-5655 - Haku Designs – Printed shirts, tanks & pareos designed using - Little Grass Shack – 553-5862 the plants and animals of Molokai as inspiration. 336-0138 - Sundown Deli – 553-3713 - Bennett Pottery – Stoneware and porcelain. 567-6585 - Hula Shores (Hotel Molokai) – 553-5347 - Island Rising Art – Original art in oil and acrylic from - Kualapu‘u Cookhouse – 567-9655 Molokai artists Jaia and Malia Waits. islandrising.com

- Coffees of Hawaii – 567-9490 - Molokai Collectables – Memorable Molokai scenes in watercolor and a variety of Molokai-themed items by artist - Mana‘e Goods & Grindz – 558-8498 Linda Kanani Johnston. coconutcollectables.com

- Oviedo’s Lunch Counter – 553-5014 - Ann Van Eps – Fine Art – Molokai landscapes and fantasy art.

- Kanemitsu Bakery & Restaurant – 553-5855 - Anna Fuernsteiner – Fine Art – Beautiful Molokai landscapes - Molokai Burger – 553-3533 and local folk. 553-3934 - Big Daddy’s – 553-5841 - Hawaii Wood Turning – Bowls, calabashes, lamps and tables - Mrs. K’s – 553-3201 from rare Hawaiian hardwoods. hawaiiwoodturning.com - Maka’s Korner – 553-8058 - Inge Adolpho – Molokai style quilts, local jams. 567-6080 - D & D Crafts – Hawaiian style baby blankets, woodcarvings Places to Stay and colorful doves. 553-5580 - - Hotel Molokai – 553-5347 Maria Watanabe – Hand-crafted jewelry made from Hawaiian materials and semi-precious stones. 553-5734 - Molokai Shores – 553-5954 - Ilima Davis – Beaded jewelry from local materials. 567-9136 - Pu‘u o Hoku Ranch – 558-8109 - Hawaiian Flowers Forever – Hand-made flowers. - Wavecrest – 553-5887 hawaiianflowersforever.com . 553-3480 - Paniolo Hale – 552-6778 - Carol Klein Jewelry – Hand-crafted jewelry. - Kaluakoi Villas – 545-3510 carolkleinjewelry.com . 558-8569 - Ke Nani Kai Condos – 552-0945 - Barbara Jo Art – Hand-crafted 3-d fun-stuff from gourds & coconuts. barbarajoart.com . 553.3044 [email protected] Service-Based Businesses - James Temple – Digital Photography. fineartamerica.com .

- Molokai Dispatch –Molokai’s only on-island newspaper, published weekly. 552-2781 themolokaidispatch.com *Please also see “Food Production & Security” section for growers.

Page 3 3. EDUCATION - Ho‘omana Hou High School (program of MCSC) – Private school for grades 9-12. Instruction provided by local teachers, In ancient times, Molokai was a renowned piko (center) of learning, one including computer classes and hands-on outdoor learning that produced experts of the highest level in all aspects of life. Today, laboratories. 553-3244 Molokai’s living Hawaiian culture continues to provide a spiritual - Maui Community College, Molokai Education Center foundation for education. This spiritual foundation makes Molokai a (MCC) – Part of the University of Hawai‘i system, MCC unique place of learning and will help guide educational endeavors on provides courses leading towards certificates and associate the island. Place-based education, based on culture and our degrees in five primary majors: Liberal Arts, Agriculture & environment, can allow our next generation to lead us into living more Natural Resources, Business Careers, Human Services, and sustainably. In addition, education is seen as one of Molokai’s future Allied Health, Nurse Aide Training. Call 553-4490 or go to economic pillars. www.maui.hawaii.edu/molokai for information on upcoming classes. Contact: Donna Haytko-Paoa, Coordinator. Schools - Punana Leo o Molokai – Language Nest Pre-school whose Cultural and Environmental Education Programs vision is E ola ka ‘olelo Hawai‘i (The Hawaiian language shall - Na Pua No‘eau – This Center for Gifted and Talented Native live). 567-9211 Hawaiian Children was established for the purpose of increasing - Tutu & Me Traveling Pre-School – Community-based educational enrichment opportunities for Hawaiian Children program for keiki ages 0 to 5 and caregivers. 560-5642 throughout Hawaii. 553-9993 - Na Kamali‘i Hoaloha Pre-School – Montessori day school for - Papahana Kuaola - This organization's mission is to create 3 to 5 year-olds. 553-8181 quality educational programs focused on Hawai‘i's cultural and - Kamehameha Schools – Private pre-school for 4-year-old natural history, environmental restoration, and economic keiki. Preference given to children of Hawaiian ancestry. sustainability fully integrated with Hawaiian knowledge in order - Elementary Schools : to exemplify a lifestyle respectful of kanaka, ‘āina, and akua. o Kaunakakai – 553-1730 On Molokai, contact Penny Martin, Lelekamanu @553-9086 or o Kilohana – 558-2203 e-mail [email protected] Attn: Molokai program o Maunaloa – 552-2007 o Kualapu`u – 567-6126 - Hanai I Ka Ipu (HIKI) – Program of the Pacific American - Aka‘ula School – Private school, grades 5-8. Curriculum Foundation with the mission to build productive leaders from focused on place-based education. 553-5711. Native Hawaiian Youth through activities and mentorship. Contact: U`ilani Lima at 646-0180. - Molokai Middle/High School – DOE public school, grades 7- 12. 567-6950. *See the “Culture” and “Health & Safety” sections for additional - Ke Kula Kaiapuni Intermediate/High School – Hawaiian educational and youth programs. language immersion school.

Page 4 4. FOOD PRODUCTION & SECURITY Farms/Growers In ancient times, the people of Molokai were renowned for their ability - Chong’s Poi Shop – Molokai’s only poi manufacturer. Contact: to produce abundant quantities of food. In honor of the great Irene Tancayo. 553-4313 productivity of the island and its surrounding ocean, Molokai was - L&R Farms – Growers of the famous Molokai purple, gold frequently referred to as ‘Āina Momona (abundant land). Through and yellow sweet potatoes, and producers of the renowned careful stewardship, Molokai’s people were able to maintain a Molokai Sweet Potato Chips. www.landrfarms.com 567-9234 sustainable and self-sufficient food supply for thousands of years. - Coffees of Hawaii – Growers and roasters of premium coffee, Today, it is Molokai’s long-term goal to protect our isolated existence in including 100% Molokai grown. Members of “1% for the the middle of the Pacific Ocean from outside interests that conflict with Planet.” www.coffeesofhawaii.com . 567-9490 the island’s values. In order to achieve this objective, it is imperative that the agriculture and aquaculture sector on Molokai thrive apart from - Molokai Meli – Hawaiian Organic Honey. the notion that we should import all that we consume. With only 4 days www.realhawaiihoney.com . 800-434-2550 of food inventory in the state, attaining food self-sufficiency is a major - Pu‘u o Hoku Farm – Growers of HOFA certified organic priority – not only for Molokai, but for all of Hawai‘i. papayas, bananas, awa, and vegetables, as well as organic, The ability to secure a sustainable food supply and to create a grass-fed, pasture raised beef. puuohoku.com/farm 558-8109 diversified economy for our island and state, will depend on our - Kumu Farms – Grows fresh herbs, papayas, and manufactures capacity to provide farmers with an agriculture/aquaculture-friendly macadamia nut pesto sauce. production environment. By focusing on production-based economic - Pualani O Molokai, Mana‘e Grown Farm – Grows organic strategies that work toward this goal, such as agriculture and tropical fruit, nuts, herbs, spices, and veggies. 558-8383 aquaculture initiatives, Molokai can both perpetuate our rural lifestyle and once again become a true ‘Āina Momona. - Purdy’s Macadamia Nuts – Growers and roasters of delicious macadamia nuts. www.molokai-aloha.com/macnuts . 567-6601 A first step in creating this agriculture-friendly environment has been the gathering of Molokai growers in a farmers market, aptly called the - Waialua PermaFarm – Largest selection of organically grown ‘Āina Momona Growers Market. Please see the details below: fresh fruits, vegetables, and duck eggs. Year-round, weekly home deliveries of custom “boxes” of fresh produce available

since 1992. Dano & Robin Gorsich. 558-8306 Farmers Markets - Molokai Plumerias – Growers and shippers of Hawaii’s Aloha - ‘Āina Momona Growers Market – Held on Kamehameha V Flower. www.molokaiplumerias.com 553-3391 Highway, near the center of town, the market is open Monday, - Molokai Flowers – Growers of tropical flowers in Molokai’s Wednesday, and Friday afternoons from 3-6pm. Halawa Valley. www.molokaiflowers.com 336-1149 - Saturday Farmers Market – Held in the center of Kaunakakai

from 7am until 12pm.

Page 5 FOOD PRODUCTION & SECURITY CONTINUED Ranches - Kapualei Ranch – Horse ranch - Pacifica Hawaii Sea Salts – Innovative solar-evaporated - Pu‘u o Hoku Ranch – Cattle and organic produce purified sea salt products created by Salt Master Nancy Gove - Kualapu‘u Ranch – Cattle ranch and Molokai Salt Farmers. www.pacificahawaii.com 553-8484 - Jimmy Duvachelle – Cattle rancher - Desmund Manaba – Deer rancher

- Hawaii Kai Salt – Outstanding sea salt products from Molokai’s first commercial sea salt makers. Aquaculture www.hawaiikaico.com . 800-554-7258 - Molokai Sea Farms – World leader in the production of shrimp broodstock. www.broodstock.com 553-3547. `Āina Momona Growers Market is always looking for more growers. If you’re interested, please call PJ White at 567-6713. - Hui O Kuap ā – Resource for fishpond restoration projects.

Some of the growers represented at the market include: Other Resources

- Kumu Farms - Pu‘u o Hoku Ranch - Ka‘ano, the Molokai Seed Project – Still in its early stages, - Molokai Flowers - Larry and Avalina’s Gardens the long-term goal of Ka‘ano is two-fold: to act as a “seed - Etty’s Garden - Ho‘olehua Homestead Growers bank” and as a “seed exchange.” Seed banks generally provide - Alena - Joe Kennedy storage, or a repository for seeds, so once formed, Ka‘ano could - Glenn Teves - Mel Chung provide Molokai with its own source of seeds for growing all types of produce. As a seed exchange, Ka‘ano would provide a place for people to trade seeds. Contact Charlene Martin at Other On-Island Farmers 553-5701 or Jade Bruhjell at 553-4243 for more information. - Rick Tamanaha – Organic papaya

- Noah Kuoha – Organic papaya - UH Extension (CTAHR) – Provides many farming resources. - Isaiah Emmanuel – Organic papaya Contact Alton Arakaki, Glenn Teves, or Kali Arce at 567-6929. - Kimo Kaiama – Organic papaya - Community Gardens - Castle Adolpho – Watermelon, dryland taro o Kaunakakai – Contact: Patricia 658-5112. o - Paul Elia – Watermelon, squash, taro, ti leaf Mana`e – Contact: Malia Waits 558-8114 - Moke Kim – Homestead farmer who uses his farm as an - Molokai HELPS – Healthy Eating Lifestyles Perpetuates outdoor classroom. Sustainability, established 2007. Call Patricia at 658-5112.

- Lanikeha Commercial Kitchen (a program of MCSC) – A *The farmers listed above are just some who are known to sell what certified commercial kitchen where food entrepreneurs can they grow and/or use their farms for educational purposes. There are legally manufacture products for sale. Call 553-3244. many other farmers on Molokai not mentioned here who are just as important to the overall sustainability of our island. - Hikiola Cooperative – Home & Garden Center 567-6522.

Page 6 5. WATER - City & County of Honolulu Board of Water Supply o “Hawaii Backyard Water Conservation: Ideas for every Water has become an important issue worldwide, and Molokai is no homeowner” informational brochure. exception. Our water supply is limited; we have various agencies www.boardofwatersupply.com/files/hawaiibackyardcon running different water systems (many of which are in need of repair); servation.pdf . and we have some of the highest water rates anywhere. Therefore, the - University of Hawaii Molokai community will have to continue to work together, and with o Guidelines on Rainwater Catchment Systems for the various agencies involved, to decide the best and most appropriate Hawaii . Patricia S.H. Macomber. Honolulu: CTAHR, use of this precious resource. UH Manoa, 2004.

As individual users, we can decide to m ālama our water resources. We can apply basic conservation techniques in our own homes. We can use Water Catchment Companies (These 3 are located on Hawai‘i Island.) conservation landscaping techniques, and grow native plants wherever - Island Catchment Co. – Island Catchment Company has been possible. In addition, those of us with enough land can install water supplying the state’s residents with water storage tanks since catchments to collect rainwater. The information below can help us 1970. Over the years, they have added more products and conserve our island’s water supply and reduce our individual water services, including catchment liners, tank covers, water pumps, costs: seamless rain gutters, catchment services, as well as water filtration and purification. www.islandcatchment.com . 982- Resources 8282

- Maui County Department of Water Supply, Island of - Hawaii Catchment Co-Reed’s – Hawaii Water Catchment has Molokai – 553-3221. been serving Hawai`i since 1988. They ship water tanks throughout the state, and offer a variety of tanks. o The Department’s mission is to provide clean water www.hawaiiwatercatchment.com . 982-8888. efficiently. The County promotes water conservation,

and asks that users check around their property for - C & S Pump & Catchment – This company supplies leaks, water their yards less frequently, and use low- waterheaters, water pumps, piping, cleaning, and water flow fixtures. catchment equipment. 968-7337.

o The Department has some free items available to the Wastewater Treatment public, including shower-heads, faucet aerators for the - Living Machine – System that uses living plants and beneficial kitchen and bathroom, and leak detection dye tables (to microorganisms to turn wastewater into clean water. The check toilets for leaks). patented technologies produce water that is cleaner and greener o Their website also has checklists for water conservation than conventional water treatment methods, which also cut costs for the home, yard, and condos, as well as conservation related to energy usage and infrastructure. (Usually commercial landscaping tips – www.mauiwater.org use.) www.livingmachines.com

Page 7 6. RENEWABLE ENERGY electricity usage, and/or becoming energy self-sufficient, please use the resources below: Many experts agree that the most critical environmental challenge facing the world today is global warming. Evidence is mounting on Resources an almost daily basis – melting polar ice caps, rising sea levels, and - “101 Ways to Save.” Free pamphlet from MECO. deeper droughts. Greenhouse gases are increasingly linked to - “Energy Tips & Choices, A Guide to an Energy-Efficient global warming and are seen as the primary culprit. The bulk of Home.” Free booklet from HECO. greenhouse gases emitted in Hawai‘i are associated with - Home Power Magazine www.homepower.com transportation (cars) and energy generation and usage. - Green Hawaii, A Guide to a Sustainable and Energy Efficient Home. Kevin Whitton. 2008. In addition, many believe that the world has reached “Peak Oil,” - “Green Hawaii” Guide to Living Green at Home. (Insert) which means that the global oil production has peaked, and from here on out, it will become less available and more expensive. Maui Electric Company (MECO) – Subsidiary of Hawaiian Electric Scientists predict that the world will run out of oil within 40 years. Company, Inc. (HECO) & main supplier of electricity on Molokai: 871- 8461. Their website has information on renewable energy, energy What’s more, Hawai`i is currently almost completely dependent on conservation, as well as forms for energy efficiency rebates and tax oil, which must come from distant sources. Oil supplies about 90% credits. On July 1, 2009, SAIC took over HECO’s energy efficiency of Hawai`i’s total energy and more than 80% of its electricity programs: http://www.hawaiienergyefficiency.com/ generation. Put another way, if the barges stopped coming, we would be almost completely powerless, in our current situation. Tax credits for using solar panels; solar water heaters - Federal – tax credit of up to 30% of installed cost for However, all of Hawai`i, especially Molokai, has tremendous homeowners who purchase a PV system. http://www.irs.gov/ potential to use our renewable energy sources – wind, solar, - State – Renewable Energy Technology Tax Credit (Act 240) hydroelectric, and wave energy. Using such resources could allow http://hawaii.gov/dbedt/info/energy/publications/taxcredits06 us to kick our petroleum habit, and become energy self-sufficient, in o Solar Thermal System (water heaters) – Homeowners addition to reducing the world’s greenhouse gases. One windmill can accrue a state tax credit of up to 35% of actual cost running 5 hours a day can save the planet 15,000 pounds of carbon or $2,250, whichever is less. dioxide (one of the main greenhouse gases) per day. The windmills o at Kaheawa on Maui save Maui Electric 500 barrels of oil per day. Photovoltaic (PV) System – Tax credit of up to 35% of And various areas of Molokai have been identified as having some the installed cost of the system or $5,000 per year. of the strongest and steadiest winds throughout the state. o Used together, the Federal and State tax credits could pay up to one-half of the cost of a residential system Molokai’s long-term plan for sustainability must include generating (based on a 2.25 kw PV system that costs $25,000). renewable energy for our entire island. In the meantime, if you are - For assistance with tax credits contact USDA Rural interested in lowering your electric bill , reducing your current Development at 553-5321.

Page 8 Renewable Energy Companies 7. TRANSPORTATION - Molokai Solar – Started in 1989, Molokai Solar has been helping Molokai residents with purchase and installation of The topic of Transportation is closely linked to Renewable Energy . solar water heaters and solar panels for residential use. Contact: As previously mentioned, the bulk of greenhouse gases emitted in Scott Schaeffer, 567-6796. Hawai‘i are associated with transportation (cars) and energy generation and usage. So this overview section is brief, as readers can refer back to

- Accurate Plumbing – Solar water heater installation. Contact: the Renewable Energy section for why our dependence on oil (which Keola Yasso, 336-1212, [email protected] . gasoline is made from) is an issue that must be addressed as part of our - Solar Attic Fans – Purchase and install to cool your building long-term sustainability planning. with fans that don’t need electric power. Ben Bali at 553-5710. The basic goal of “sustainable transportation” is to move ourselves - Pono Solar – Solar water heaters. Contact: George Peabody using forms of energy other than gas. As technology evolves to make 558-8253. this more feasible and affordable, we can reduce our gas usage by: - The Kumu Kit – Solar electric systems that include - Walking and biking installation, permitting and net meter agreement, professionally - Carpooling or using mass transit (buses) flashed roof connections, 25-year warranty on panels. 524-7336.

http://www.hawaiienergyconnection.com/kumukit/ - Driving mopeds or scooters - Driving smaller cars with good gas mileage - ProVision Solar, Inc – Located in Hilo, ProVision's mission is

to provide solar electric solutions to power individual - Driving electric or hybrid cars households, commercial facilities and the community. 969-3281 www.provisiontechnologies.com . Long-term sustainability planning can also include discussions about: - If Molokai was powered by renewable energy, electric cars - Distributed Energy Partners – Hawaii-based firm specializing could plug into a “smart grid,” and serve as batteries/storage. in the development of commercial-scale renewable energy

projects including solar, wind, and emerging technologies. - Sail-powered boats could be used for inter-island transportation Their mission is to transfer the economic and environmental and shipping. benefits of the ongoing transition to renewable energy to Hawaii’s business owners. Contact: Shane Nesbitt, 341-2435. Resources - MEO Buses – Free public transportation all over the island. - First Wind – First Wind is committed to decreasing Hawaii's Call 553-3218 for their schedule, or to reserve a bus. reliance on fossil fuels for its electricity needs. Together with its - Levi Yamazaki-Gray – Eco-friendly tours with biodiesel Hawaii-based partner, Makani Nui Associates, First Wind operated vehicles. 553-8608 operates Kaheawa Wind Power, Hawaii's largest wind farm. - Hybrid Cars – www.hybridcars.com First Wind is committed to finding ways to benefit the - Smart Cars – www.smartusa.com communities it joins while protecting the environment for future - Sustainable transportation ideas – http://www.ecotopia.com/ generations. Contact: Noe Kalipi, 344-0211. ww.firstwind.com

Page 9 Fortunately, building sustainable homes is easier and cheaper to do on 8. GREEN BUILDINGS & AFFORDABLE Molokai than in other climates. We hope that you find the following HOUSING business and organizations useful when looking into sustainable and affordable building. “Green building is critical to the nation’s future economy, energy security, and environment – buildings account for 40% of U.S. energy Resources consumption, 39% of CO2 emissions, and 13% of water consumption. - USGBC – U.S. Green Building Council – Hawaii Chapter Greater building efficiency can meet 85% of future U.S. demand for 523-5866. www.usgbchawaii.org/ energy, and a national commitment to green building has the potential - LEED – Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design – to generate 2.5 million American jobs.”(From the US Green Building Internationally recognized green building certification system. Council, USGBC) www.usgbc.org/leed

- Energy Star – A joint program of the U.S. EPA and the U.S. The basic concept of “Green Building and Design” is reducing the Department of Energy that promotes energy efficient products amount of natural resources (energy, water, materials) used in the and practices. Contact Maui Electric Company at 871-8461. building process, as well as lowering the environmental impact on www.energystar.gov human health during building and through the building’s lifecycle. This Molokai Habitat for Humanity (HFH) –Molokai HFH was founded in means looking at where and how a building is situated on the land, the 1996 and built its first home on-island in 1997, under the Kauai Habitat design, construction, daily operation/maintenance, its use, and the for Humanity affiliate. deconstruction process when the building needs to be taken down. Molokai Habitat for Humanity builds simple, decent, affordable houses Green building is also related to “natural building,” which focuses on for low-income families. To date Molokai HFH has built 15 homes for using materials that are available locally, and usually takes place on a Native Hawaiian families on their homestead lands. They are about to smaller and more intimate scale. The more well-known elements of build their 16 th home, which will meet Energy Star certification, and green or natural building include incorporating renewable energy into they hope to meet LEED standards in future homes. the infrastructure and design of the home. But there are many other elements that go into “greening” a building, such as: Homeowners are selected based on their need for housing, ability to - Site selection – using passive sunlight, using shading or breezes repay a no-interest and no-profit mortgage, and their willingness to for cooling participate as a partner. Molokai HFH asks these families to volunteer up to 700 hours of “sweat equity” helping to build their own house and - Having windows that open to create airflow others’ homes, as well as participate in financial literacy and energy - Indoor/outdoor living conservation workshops. Contact: Emillia Noordhoek 560-5444. - Rain gardens

- Water catchment for gray water recycling *Please also see the “Water” (Water Catchment Companies) and - Using recyclable and sustainable building materials “Renewable Energy” sections. - Using paints with no volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Page 10 Eroding lands are one of the most significant problems on Molokai— 9. ENVIRONMENT & NATURAL RESOURCES particularly on the west end— that requires immediate attention. The worst problems occur along the south shore from Punakou to Halena, as The environment on Molokai is relatively unspoiled compared to more the inner reef waters are red from land-based sedimentation. However, urban areas in the state. The beaches are clean and open to public the entire west end is relatively dry and in need of protection from access, and there is relatively little air or water pollution. Molokai’s erosion and excessive run-off. The continued health of the coral reef eastern valleys have year-round streams that are some of the most and marine eco-system is dependent on implementation of erosion pristine in the state. Molokai’s upper mountain ranges are home to control measures. native rainforests that house native birds and insects, and Olukui mountain is known as the most pristine, untouched place in Hawai‘i. Numerous projects have already been proposed to help protect Among the natural scenic attractions are the magnificent sea cliffs on Molokai’s environment, which could also provide job opportunities. the north shore, which are the highest ocean cliffs in the world. Below are some possible projects as well as resources for getting those projects initiated. The endangered Hawaiian monk seal frequents the beaches of the west end, especially near La‘au Point. The Kamakou Forest Reserve and the Possible Projects

West End of the island both contain rare and endangered plant species, - West End Erosion Control - Soil Reclamation as well as important native dominated montane mesic and wet forests. - Green Molokai

- Watershed Protection for East End Native Forests Regarding aquatic resources, Molokai has the longest contiguous fringe - Ho‘olehua Wind Breaks reef system in all of the United States and its protectorates. The reef - Reforestation of Dryland Forests begins at Hale o Lono and extends east along much of the southern - Fishpond Restorations shore of the island. The inshore areas along this area are also important - Lo‘i Kalo Restorations fishponds, hatcheries, and breeding grounds for many key subsistence *These are described in “Molokai, Future of a Hawaiian Island” marine fish species. This is confirmed by the many ko‘a locations. Inshore marine species are still abundant along the rugged coastline and Resources tidal pool systems. These resources and reef systems need to be - The Nature Conservancy – International conservation protected from siltation and pollution. organization working to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people. Contact: Ed Misaki 553-5236. Although Molokai is less developed than the rest of Hawai‘i, its natural - Molokai Soil & Water Conservation District – Contact: resources are increasingly threatened by the pressures of commercial Debby Kelly 567-6868. exploitation, poor land-use planning, unwise management, and benign neglect. The island’s environment is not beyond repair, however, and - MoMISC – Molokai-Maui Invasive Species Committee. there are many opportunities to restore our environment and to protect Contact: Lori Buchanan at 553-5236. www.hear.org/momisc those resources that remain intact. - NRCS – Natural Resources Conservation Service – Operates the Ho`olehua Plant Materials Center, 567-6885.

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10. LAND USE & SUBSISTENCE Opportunities - Molokai Planning Commission – The Commission allows Molokai’s future land use has a direct impact on the island’s ability to Molokai residents to have a voice on numerous land use issues. be sustainable and self-sufficient – namely, in protecting land uses and The meeting schedule, agendas, and minutes are on the Maui conditions that allow us to live a subsistence lifestyle. County website: www.co.maui.hi.us (Planning Department).

Molokai has a long history of controlling its land use and protecting - Molokai Community Plan – This Plan directs land use on the itself from large-scale development. This has enabled our home to island. It is scheduled to be updated soon. The update process maintain a relatively low population (approximately 7,500), which will consist of community meetings, where you can voice your means we have a better chance at being sustainable and self-sufficient mana‘o on various land use issues. Contact: Nancy McPherson, than places with larger populations – less mouths to feed, less resources Maui County Planner on Molokai, 553-3221. used, less waste in our landfill, and so on. Resources Controlled development also means more open spaces and less erosion. - Halawa Valley Land Trust – Formed in 2001 to continue This, in turn, allows space for subsistence hunting and farming, as well cultural restoration of lo‘i kalo that began in 1996. Their as protected ocean resources for subsistence fishing and gathering. mission is to encourage and support, through education and environmental work, the restoration of a thriving agricultural The ability for Native Hawaiians to practice subsistence is protected by community in Halawa Valley. They support the efforts of our the Hawaii State Constitution (Article XII, Section 7). “Subsistence” young people returning to their kuleana to grow kalo, nurture consists of the customary and traditional uses by Molokai residents of family, and harvest a living culture. 553-3777. wild and cultivated renewable resources for personal or family - Molokai Land Trust - Their mission is to protect and restore consumption as food, shelter, fuel, clothing, tools, transportation, the land, natural and cultural resources of Molokai, and to culture, religion and medicine, or for barter or sharing. perpetuate the unique Native Hawaiian traditions and character

of the islands for the benefit of the future generations of all Subsistence continues to be an important part of life on Molokai, and Molokai, particularly Native Hawaiians. 553-5626. one that most residents agree is essential to maintain. Thus, one of the key ways to maintain our subsistence lifestyle is to continue to control - Hawaii Rural Development Council – Statewide nonprofit the development that happens on our island. that assists in numerous issues facing rural communities, including land use. Contact: 721-3070 Below are some Opportunities to get involved in land use decision- - Hikiola Cooperative – Home & Garden Center. 567-6522. making for the future of Molokai, as well as Resources for practicing subsistence activities. - Shop 2 – Gun shop & Gunsmith. 553-5888.

*Please also see the “Food Production & Security” section.

Page 12 concept is that we should use nature as our model for making things, 11. WASTE MANAGEMENT since nothing nature creates is “wasted,” but instead everything is used to create something new: waste equals food . We all know that our rubbish ends up somewhere…like the growing mountain known as “Pu‘u Opala” – the landfill between town and This concept should be applied to long-term sustainability planning for Kualapu‘u. The Molokai Landfill currently accepts about 17 tons of waste management. In the meantime, here are some waste management waste per day, which is creating the island’s newest “mountain.” resources available to us now:

Managing our waste well is an important kuleana, one that will protect Resources our island for our future generations. Here’s where the well-known 3Rs - Maui County Department of Environmental Management – come in: “reduce, re-use, recycle,” which means: directs and oversees the two operating divisions below: - Reduce the amount of rubbish you throw into the landfill = use o Wastewater Reclamation – Operates the Kaunakakai fewer resources in the first place. This can be done by using Wastewater Treatment Plant canvas shopping bags instead of plastic, composting your o Solid Waste Management – operates the Molokai organic waste (which can be used in your garden), buying food landfill and the recycling and waste reduction programs. in bulk (with less individual packaging), and buying recycled - Molokai Sanitary Landfill & Recycle Center – hosts all of the materials or used goods whenever possible. following services: used oil collection; greenwaste collection, - Re-use whatever you can. Before you throw out anything, processing, and periodically gives away free mulch; HI 5 consider whether it has another use for yourself or others. redemption center; mobile redemption center; residential Common examples include using food containers for leftovers, recycling center; metals acceptance facility; paint reuse; and a fixing old appliances, donating used books, DVDs, and educational tour is available upon request. 553-3869 magazines, and having a garage sale for old clothes and other - Molokai CARES Recycling Program – Contact Crystal Egusa household things. at 553-5595.

- Recycle – Molokai currently recycles approximately 85% of its - Re-use Hawaii – Non-profit dedicated to building material HI-5 containers. The Molokai Recycle Center (located at the reuse and recycling. Our mission is to keep reusable building Molokai Landfill) accepts HI-5 bottles and cans, plastic bags, material out of the waste stream, and in use in our community. newspaper, used motor oil, metals, paint, and greenwaste. Based in Honolulu, 282-8052. www.reusehawaii.org There are also mobile redemption centers at Kilohana - Living Machine – System that uses living plants and beneficial Recreation Center and the Mauna Loa General Store. microorganisms to turn wastewater into clean water. The

patented technologies produce water that is cleaner and greener While the 3Rs is a good place to start, the overall goal of waste than conventional water treatment methods, which also cut costs management is to create a “closed-loop system.” Architect William related to energy usage and infrastructure. (Usually commercial McDonough and chemist Michael Braungart explain their idea of a use.) www.livingmachines.com “closed-loop system” in their book Cradle to Cradle (2002). The basic

Page 13 12. COMMUNITY HEALTH & SAFETY - ‘Ohana Care – General Practice, Dr. Dan McGuire. 553-3353

- St. Francis Medical Center, Molokai Dialysis Satellite A community cannot survive, let alone be sustainable, if it is not healthy Facility – 553-8088. and safe. So although this section is at the end of the Resource Guide, it is purposefully placed at the top of the “Sustainability Wheel,” which - Maui AIDS Foundation – Outreach, education, and HIV was also the Table of Contents. Overall, a healthy and safe community testing and counseling. Contact: Penny Martin 553-9086. involves all of the sections in this Resource Guide. This section is - Area Health Education Center (AHEC) – “Huli Au Ola somewhat of a “catch-all” for organizations, programs, and businesses Maui” – AHEC’s mission is to improve the health of the focused on healthcare, healthy lifestyles, youth programs, adult training, underserved through education, and encourages children emergency preparation, and any groups that aim to serve the interested in medical professions to pursue that education and community. return home to their rural community to provide care. Contact: Rosie Davis at 553-3623. Regarding safety, a community needs to be prepared for natural disasters, such as tsunami, hurricanes, and tropical storms, which - Molokai Community Service Council (MCSC) – Non-profit require disaster preparedness planning. Being prepared for such events, whose mission is to build a healthy Molokai community by is also called “community resiliency,” which includes being able to providing and sponsoring non-profit human services, charitable handle a possible stop in barge service…which brings us back to food programs and community building projects. 553-3244 security, strong local economy, and the other elements of sustainability. - Molokai Youth Center (program of MCSC) – Contact the Youth Center at 553-3675. - Molokai General Hospital – 30-bed healthcare facility with the - Na Pua No‘eau – This Center for Gifted and Talented Native only emergency room and urgent care clinic on-island. The Hawaiian Children was established for the purpose of increasing hospital provides acute, long-term care, and low-risk obstetrical educational enrichment opportunities for Hawaiian Children inpatient services. 553-5331 throughout the State of Hawaii. Funded by the Office of - Molokai Community Health Center – Federally funded health Hawaiian Affairs. 553-9993 center whose mission is to provide and promote accessible - Hanai I Ka Ipu (HIKI) – Program of the Pacific American comprehensive individual and community health to the people Foundation with the mission to create an educational of Molokai with respect and aloha. 553-5038 environment conducive to building productive leaders from - Na Pu‘u Wai – Community-based Native Hawaiian Native Hawaiian Youth through activities and mentorship. organization dedicated to the betterment of the health conditions Contact: U`ilani Lima at 646-0180. of Native Hawaiians. They have numerous programs designed - Papahana Kuaola - This organization's mission is to create to promote better health and prevent diseases among Native quality educational programs focused on Hawai‘i's cultural and Hawaiians. 560-3653 or www.napuuwai.com . natural history, environmental restoration, and economic - Molokai Family Health Center – General Practice, Dr. sustainability fully integrated with Hawaiian knowledge in order Emmett Aluli. 553-5353

Page 14 to exemplify a lifestyle respectful of kanaka, ‘āina, and akua. - Molokai Rural Development Project (RDP) – Developed for On Molokai, contact Penny Martin, Lelekamanu @553-9086 or the purpose of rural workforce and economic development. e-mail [email protected] Attn: Molokai program Programs on Molokai include Agriculture Workforce Training, Archaeology, Substance Abuse Counseling, Community - Queen Lili‘uokalani Children’s Center (QLCC) – A social Kitchen Incubator, Computer-based Training, among others. service agency created to helping the orphaned and destitute For more information call Malia Akutagawa at 553-8209. children in the State of Hawai‘i, with preference given to those http://huinet.hawaiirdp.org/molokai/ of Hawaiian ancestry. 553-5369 - Akaku Molokai Media Center – Empowering the - Molokai Occupational Center – “Self-determining” home and community’s voice through access to media. Contact: Josh community-based services for persons with disabilities. Pastrana, 553-3455. Opportunities for meaningful employment. 553-3266 - Molokai Public Library – 15 Ala Malama Street. 553-1765 - Women’s Shelter – Ho‘olehua – 567-6888 - Ka Hale Pomaika‘i – KHP’s mission is to offer culturally - Molokai Acupuncture & Massage – Acupuncture, massage, respectful sober support services, including community yoga classes, skin care, and wellness consulting. 553-3930 education, relapse prevention and sober housing, to adults in - Sacred Waters – Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga classes and retreats. early recovery from addition. 558-8480 Contact Karen Noble at 558-8225. - Hale Ho‘okupa‘a – Adult outpatient subsistence abuse - Molokai Massage – This therapeutic massage and healing treatment facility. Contact Cathy Inouye at 553-3231. center provides numerous services, including Hawaiian lomi - Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – A fellowship of men and lomi massage, aromatherapy, and ear-candling. women who share their experience, strength and hope with each - Molokai Chiropractic – Dean & Ames Chow – 553-5057. other that they may solve their common problem and help - Molokai Drugs, Inc. – Drugstore serving the people of others to recover from alcoholism. Weekly meeting dates, Molokai since 1935. 553-5790 times, and locations are listed in the Molokai Dispatch.

- Molokai Family Support Services – Contact Clair Iveson at - Molokai Humane Society – Contact Tessa Reich at 558-0000. 553-3276 - Molokai Police, Fire, Ambulance – Call 911 for emergencies. - Home Pumehana – Senior housing and center – 553-5788. - American Red Cross – Disaster Action Team – Contact - Molokai Veterans Caring for Veterans Center – 553-8387. Lester Keanini, DAT Caption, or Mark Crumpton, Senior Responder at 336-0936. - Alu Like – Nonprofit organization that assists Native

Hawaiians in their efforts to achieve social and economic self- - Emergency preparedness resources available at 243-8649 or sufficiency. 553-5393 http://www.mauiready.org/

Page 15 Mahalo to Our Sponsors, Donors, Kokua:

County of Maui Molokai Visitors Association
Office of Economic Development
Molokai Parks & Recreation
Office of Aging

Sacharuna Foundation
The Pacific American Foundation - Hanai I Ka Ipu
Sustainable Island Products
Hawaii People’s Fund
e-conscious
Friendly Isle United Fund
Kalani Pruet - Kuleana Workcenter
Kaiama Farm
Joe Kennedy
Kumu Farms
Molokai Meli
Coffees of Hawaii
Glenn Teves
Alton Arakaki
Junior Alcon
Kanemitsu Bakery
Irene Tancayo
Bridget Mowat
Clarence Ahakuelo
Liana Kalima
Robert Tuncap
Karen Noble
Lynn Lewis
Shannon Au
Kanani Costales
Diane Nichols
Mr. & Mrs. Bernell Bishaw
Joshua Pastrana
Akaku – Molokai Media Center
Marion Ano
Russell Amimoto
Hannah Bernard
Jocelyn Doane
Ka Honua Momona Board & volunteers – Uncle Merv Dudoit, Tutu Leialoha Lee, Jody Singsank, Aunty Vani Ainoa, Kerri Zacher, Malcolm McKay
Alulike Summer Youth employees
Kiani & Ryan Dudoit
Tomba Hee
Marie Yamashita
Chris Chang
L&R Farms
Hawaii Kai Salts
PacificBasin Communications
Hawaii Homes & Remodeling
Dan Bennett
Stephen Petro
Malia & Jaia Waits
Margaret Marcum
Aunty Iwalani Arakaki
Levi & Miyako Yamazaki-Gray
Molokai Community Service Council
Makoa Trucking
Dennis Meyer
Beverly Pau`ole-Moore
Uncle Mac Poepoe, Paul Bartram, & Hui Mālama O Mo`omomi
Artice Swingle
Uncle Pilipo Solotario
Lawrence Aki
Kawika Foster
Janice Kalanihuia
Keoki & Miki`ala Pescaia
Julie Bicoy
Roberta Helm
Melinda Talon
Desiree Puhi
Rufina Ka`auwai
JoAn Smith
Avis Sanders
Kimberlee & Michael Bassford
Tom Bothe
Damian McPherson
Jaime Ronzello
Maggie Breuer
Alex Hyland
Jack Spruance
Gabriel Audant
Ellen Sugawara
Sylvia Adams
Paulino Eala
Chef Nadine
Aupuni
Paul Miller
Helen Rauer
Ahupua`a O Molokai
Danette Heu
Charlotte & Ralph Linkee
Gene Anderson
Elizabeth Johnson
Moku & Lori Buchanan and `Ohana - Molokai Security Services
Dennis Meyer
Todd Yamashita and The Molokai Dispatch
Rick & Theresa Tamanaha and ‘Ohana
Aunty Marie Place
Bobby Alcain
Phyllis & Cyrus Siu
Phyllis Murakami
Hō`ala Davis
Drake Wells – El Draco Objets D`Art
Glenn Davis
Curtis Crabbe
Honey Girl
Lono Music
Brother Noland
Terry Schrader
Jeanne O`Neal
Lyn Bonk
Dorothy Parr
Tessie Juario
Sue Hollins
Mathew Goodrich
Ed Foster
John Andrew Ikaika Pablo
County Council Member Baisa & Team Baisa
Keala, Keoki, Kathy, and Kristen Coelho
Ehulani Kane
MCC – Molokai Education Center
Kim Svetin & Mikami `Ohana
Doug Kingsley
Uncle Herbert & Aunty Julia Hoe & Hakipu`u `Ohana
Kekamaikaikamaikalani Helm
Gandharva Ross & Hawaiian Immersion Students
Madonna Dizon
Nicholette Kellum
Jesseca Kalawe-Oswald
Puanani Mendes
Pastor Bryant Stevens-Calvary Chapel Molokai Church
Wally Jennings
Ivan Kawamae
One Love Ministries - Youth Team
Pastor Cameron Hiro--Heart of Aloha Church
Jacque Hiro
Camijei Hiro
Houston Hiro
Kaleo Bishaw
Suzy Bishaw
Clay Ching
Linda Ching
Patrick Hiro
Nicholas Hiro
Deacon Dan Sterner and Ohana--Molokai Baptist Church
Kawika Kaahanui
Pastor Bill Umi--Door of Faith Molokai
Esther Umi,
James Rzonca
Kalani and Holly Garces
Donna Kapu
Friendly Market Center
Steve Chaikin – Molokai Sea Farms
Hokule`a Crew

Master of Ceremony : Luana Palapala Busby-Neff

Speakers : Ramsay Taum
Kahikūkalā Hoe
D. Kapua`ala Sproat, Esq.
Uncle Boogie Kahilihiwa
Paul Bierman-Lytle
Aimee Allison
David Sands
John Harrisson
Selina Tarantino
Quinn Vittum
Dr. Jacquie Kay
Aka`ula students

Vendors, Crafters, Exhibitors, Food: Molokai Acupuncture & Massage
Malia & Jaia Waits
Hawaii Kai Corporation
Kuleana Workcenter
Pu`u O Hoku Farm
Recycle Maui County
Maui County Planning Department
Maui County Office of Economic Development
Molokai Habitat for Humanity
Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce
Scott Pua`a
Kumu Farms
Anakala Pilipo Solotario
First Wind
Molokai Nei Organics
Jade Brujell – Ka`ano Seed Bank
EC Farms
Ka `Ohana o Kalaupapa
Yvonne Friel - Hawaiian Quilters
Matt Yamashita – Quazifilms Media
Coffees of Hawaii
Bamboo Living
Artemio Pascual – Lomi Lomi to Da Max massage
Aka`ula School
Uncle Herbert Hoe `Ai Pono Breakfasts
Wailua Perma Farm

Sust`āinable Molokai Steering Committee Napua Leong
Penny Martin
Matt Yamashita
Emillia Noordhoek
Cameron Hiro
Stanley Ka`ahanui, Jr.
Malia Akutagawa
Annette Pau`ole-Ahakuelo
Mahealani Davis
Nancy McPherson
Noelani Yamashita
Terry Fleming
Harmonee Williams
Walter Ritte
John Wordin

.. and the Community of Molokai

(e kala mai to anyone whose name we failed to mention, your contribution and aloha to this effort are still greatly appreciated)