Diamond Head Neighborhood Board Meeting AUGUST 2026 Minutes

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With Permission / Courtesy of: City and County of Honolulu Neighborhood Commission Office

DIAMOND HEAD - KAPAHULU - ST. LOUIS HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD NO. 5

DRAFT REGULAR MEETING WRITTEN SUMMARY FOR VIDEO RECORD
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.
ALA WAI GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE BALLROOM
404 KAPAHULU AVENUE, HONOLULU, HI 96815
AND ONLINE VIA WEBEX

Meeting Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8xATMypasU&list=PLfqRwVpRroolsFSNpDzklm59N89al2XyQ

Meeting Materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1wezRyARsyx1JlCFN56ejBuKud14s8u5P

1. CALL TO ORDER [0:00:00]: Vice Chair Arleen Velasco called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m.

2. ROLL CALL [0:00:20]: Neighborhood Assistant Curtis Hayashi conducted roll call. Quorum was established with 9 members present. This 15-member board requires eight (8) members to establish a quorum and take official Board action.

Board Members Present: Rafia Hasina (Secretary), Angie Knight (Treasurer), Michelle Matson, Anthony Miranda, Margaret Murchie, Laura St. Denis, Arleen Velasco (Vice Chair), Chad Wasden, Bruce Wong, Linda Wong (joined at 6:44 p.m.), and Samo Rozman (joined at 8:09 p.m.).

Board Members Absent: Julia Allen, Kendric Wong, and Winston Welch (Chair).

Guests: Lieutenant Hanuna and Lieutenant Mike Thompson (Honolulu Police Department); Department of Community Services Director Anton Krucky (Mayor's Representative); Kevin Imanaka (Council Chair Tommy Waters); Kylie (Councilmember Scott Nishimoto); Kekoa Kaluhiwa (U.S. Congressman Ed Case); Representative Tina Nakada Grandinetti; Representative Ikaika Olds; Tara Sutton (Red Hill Registry, University of Hawaiʻi); Jason Liang, Dylan Davis, Gilbert, Daisy Murai, Laura Ruby, Johnie-Mae L. Perry (Residents/Guests); Curtis Hayashi (Neighborhood Commission Office). Note: Names may not be included if not legible or identified. About 36 participants joined the meeting.

3. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORTS [0:01:36]

A. Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) [0:01:36]: No report.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oBGc0JOCE4pvw-6qeTvF7tlrhMH7-BQF/view

B. Honolulu Police Department (HPD) -- District 6 (Waikiki/Kapiʻolani Park/Diamond Head) [0:01:36]: Lieutenant Hanuna reported the following July 2026 statistics: 2 robberies, 13 burglaries, 145 thefts, 7 unauthorized entries into motor vehicles (UEMV), 43 assaults, 7 sex crimes, 1 bike/skateboard-on-sidewalk citation, 6 speeding citations, 1,409 parking citations, 2 loud muffler/prohibited-noise citations, 94 park-closure citations with 12 arrests, 4,681 total calls for service, and 11 operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant (OVUII) arrests.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [0:03:00]:
1. Encampment Vehicle Near Paki Avenue Tennis Courts: Secretary Matson reported a large red-and-white vintage fire-department-style vehicle that has been used as a long-term encampment in a park parking space near the Paki Avenue tennis courts, noting the issue has been raised at multiple board meetings without resolution. Lieutenant Hanuna confirmed officers have been addressing the matter, noting Major Paul Kamamoto has been following up. Matson asked what leverage the Board and City Council could provide to resolve the situation. Dylan Davis suggested that HPD coordinate with a tow truck in advance with appropriate paperwork to clear the vehicle and remove the occupant if the occupant refuses to leave.
2. Referral to Committee: Secretary Matson asked to refer issues surrounding HPD response protocols to the Traffic and Transportation Committee for research and a future recommendation to the Board, including an invitation to the HPD District 6 Captain and the new Police Chief. Vice Chair Velasco agreed and the matter was referred to the committee.

C. Honolulu Police Department (HPD) -- District 7 (Diamond Head/Kapahulu/St. Louis Heights/East Honolulu) [0:16:04]: Lieutenant Thompson reported the following July 2026 statistics: 3 motor vehicle thefts, 2 burglaries, 23 thefts, 4 unauthorized entries into a motor vehicle (UEMV), and 5,475 total calls for service.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [0:16:26]:
1. Homeless Encampments and Property Damage Near 2nd Avenue Bridge: Gilbert reported ongoing homeless encampments on both sides of the pedestrian bridge on Second Avenue, noting the occupants have been stealing water from properties and recently damaged a water regulator, cutting off water to a home. He requested enhanced patrols in the area. Lieutenant Thompson confirmed HPD's ATV and community policing teams clear the area regularly, acknowledged encampments return after clearance, and agreed to direct patrols to check the area more frequently.
2. Illegal E-Motorcycle and Dirt Bike Enforcement: A resident thanked HPD for reductions in illegal e-motorcycle activity but noted a group of riders continues to operate without lights, at excessive speeds, and in the wrong direction of traffic. Lieutenant Thompson stated that illegal motorcycles are typically cited for no insurance, no license, or no registration, and are impounded when possible; officers do not give chase for traffic violations alone due to public safety risk.
3. Officer Conduct Complaint: Dylan Davis raised concerns about alleged unprofessional conduct by officers responding to a domestic disturbance call on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Lieutenant Thompson stated he could not comment on the specific incident but directed the individual to file a complaint with the Professional Standards Office or the Police Commission if they believed officers acted improperly.
4. HNL Alert Registration for Storm Preparedness: Lieutenant Thompson encouraged residents to sign up for HNL alerts at HNLalert.gov or by texting HNLALERT to 888-777 for storm shelter updates and emergency notifications ahead of Tropical Storm Lala.

4. BOARD ACTION ITEMS [0:26:25]

A. Filling of Vacant Subdistrict 1 Seat (St. Louis Heights, Kānewai) [0:26:25]: Vice Chair Velasco opened the floor to residents interested in filling the vacant seat. Member Matson NOMINATED Dylan Davis to fill the seat. Secretary Matson noted the prior Board decision to allow at-large appointments to vacancies and suggested the commission might consider converting the subdistrict seat to an at-large seat to attract other qualified candidates. Vice Chair Velasco indicated the Board could revisit the matter at the next meeting. Davis addressed Member Matson's questions regarding his views on flood mitigation, housing density, and property tax policy.

A roll call vote was conducted. Dylan Davis was NOT APPOINTED; 5-0-4 (Aye: Hasina, Knight, Matson, St. Denis, and B. Wong; Nay: None; Abstain: Miranda, Murchie, Velasco, and Wasden) -- [0:39:06]. Vice Chair Velasco noted Davis is welcome to return at the next meeting to try again.

B. Approval of Board Meeting Minutes: November 13, 2025; December 11, 2025; January 8, 2026; February 12, 2026; May 14, 2026; and July 9, 2026 [0:39:31]: Member Matson noted outstanding minutes have deficiencies and she provided redlined corrected versions. She requested transcripts or objective artificial intelligence (AI) summaries to assist the new secretary in reviewing the Thursday, July 9, 2026 minutes and future drafts. Secretary Hasina indicated she would review the minutes.

Member Linda Wong joined the meeting at 6:44 p.m.; 10 members present.

Treasurer Knight MOVED and Secretary Hasina SECONDED to adopt the Board Meeting Minutes of Thursday, November 13, 2025; Thursday, December 11, 2025; Thursday, January 8, 2026; Thursday, February 12, 2026; Thursday, May 14, 2026; and Thursday, July 9, 2026, as amended. The motion was ADOPTED; 9-1-0 (Aye: Hasina, Knight, Miranda, Murchie, St. Denis, Velasco, Wasden, B. Wong, and L. Wong; Nay: Matson; Abstain: None) -- [0:46:20].

C. Report and Findings of Property Tax Committee [0:46:37]: Property Tax Committee Chair Bruce Wong introduced the resolution urging the City and County of Honolulu to implement a new real property tax assessment methodology for owner-occupied real property. The resolution proposes that the tax assessed value for owner-occupied residential property be limited to: (1) the last sales price of the property; (2) the value of substantial improvements; and (3) an allowed annual increase of up to 2% or the annual inflation rate, whichever is less, since the date of last sale. The stated purpose is to help kūpuna and kāmaʻāina families retain and pass down their homes across generations.

D. Discussion and Vote on Resolution Urging Implementation of a New Real Property Tax Assessment Methodology [0:52:15]: Vice Chair Velasco opened the floor for public testimony. Jason Liang noted that assessed values are not derived by simply averaging sales prices, but by weighting comparable sales. He also cautioned that a methodology similar to California's Proposition 13 could shift tax burdens to younger buyers and reduce the tax base funding city services. He proposed an alternative: capping property taxes at 1% of assessed value via a tax credit and raising the qualifying income ceiling. Member Bruce Wong responded that the resolution is intended to protect long-time homeowners from being taxed out of their homes by rising values driven by outside investment, and stated Jason's alternative approach merits a separate resolution. Member St. Denis shared that her property taxes have nearly doubled and urged the Board to vote yes. Member Miranda expressed strong opposition, stating the resolution could reduce housing supply by disincentivizing owners from selling, and could raise home prices further for buyers. He also noted renters may see rent increases. Dylan Davis suggested that freezing tax assessments at purchase price, as in California, would be fairer for long-term owners.
• Draft Resolution: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SYBnbX2J8oYX2bLGO6Gi31eciJCJ3Xog/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=115549024476463870729&rtpof=true&sd=true

Member Bruce Wong MOVED and Treasurer Knight SECONDED to adopt the Resolution Urging the City and County of Honolulu to Implement a New Real Property Tax Assessment Methodology for Owner-Occupied Real Property. The motion was NOT ADOPTED; 7-1-2 (Aye: Hasina, Knight, St. Denis, Velasco, Wasden, B. Wong, and L. Wong; Nay: Miranda; Abstain: Matson and Murchie) -- [1:10:25]. Note: The motion did not meet the eight-vote threshold required for Board action. Vice Chair Velasco noted the resolution may be brought back after further refinement at a committee meeting, and invited interested members and community members to participate.

5. PUBLIC INTEREST REPORTS AND EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTS [1:11:16]

A. Board of Water Supply (BWS) [1:11:16]: No report.
• Report: https://drive.google.com/file/d/162anPkl3fJOmiIaEp008j5g6UiPjFkc2/view

B. Kapiʻolani Community College (KCC) [1:11:33]: No report.

C. Diamond Head State Monument [1:11:33]: No report.

D. Public Events Announcements [1:12:04]: Vice Chair Velasco noted that the American Heart Association's Heart Walk scheduled for Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Kapiʻolani Park was canceled due to Tropical Storm Lala.

6. CITY & COUNTY OF HONOLULU REPORTS [1:12:40]

A. Mayor Rick Blangiardi -- Director Anton Krucky [1:12:40]: Director Krucky reported the City is preparing for Tropical Storm Lala, which may bring heavy rain, wind, and swells. Seven shelters are opening; Roosevelt High School is the nearest potential shelter. Residents should monitor HNL Alert and City updates at 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The Mayor's newsletter announced a new Zoo director, confirmation of Managing Director Krishna Jayaram, redesigned state IDs and driver's licenses, ‘Ewa transit-oriented development plans, HPD Chief David Lazarus's swearing-in, and youth climate grants. DTS confirmed Paki Avenue pedestrian signs will remain. Excess red curb on Monsarrat Avenue was removed. The Ala Wai Bridge final Environmental Assessment was published August 12; an RFP is expected later this summer. DPR awaits archaeological survey results for Kapiʻolani Park projects and will consider pickleball conversion of Diamond Head Tennis Courts 8 and 9 based on community input. Officers issued 16 citations during Diamond Head Road enforcement. Waiʻoma Avenue no-parking signs are expected in September 2026.
• Newsletter: https://www.honolulu.gov/mayor/newsletter

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [1:22:59]:
1. Kuilei Cliffs Overhanging Asphalt: Vice Chair Velasco reported filing a HNL 311 request regarding overhanging asphalt at the base of Kuilei Cliffs and stated the city's response (caution tape) is inadequate given the public safety hazard. Director Krucky agreed to follow up and determine what additional action is warranted.
2. Sea Wall Collapse at Leahi Beach Park: Vice Chair Velasco asked about the ongoing collapse of the sea wall and underground structure at Leahi Beach Park, noting two large trees were recently removed due to undermining. Director Krucky agreed to check on the status of further plans for the area.
3. Sea Wall Collapse at Barefoot Beach Café: Vice Chair Velasco asked about the status of the sea wall collapse at Barefoot Beach Café. Director Krucky agreed to look into it.
4. Tropical Storm Shelter Information: Vice Chair Velasco asked about emergency storm shelters for the Board's district. Director Krucky confirmed seven shelters are being opened: Castle High School, Mililani, and others. The Kapolei transitional shelter (HONU) will be temporarily closed and residents relocated to Kapolei until the storm passes. Director Krucky agreed to send a layout of park shelter sites to the Board.
5. School Zone Speed Limits: Treasurer Knight asked whether the new school zone speed limit reduction to 20 mph applies to private schools. Director Krucky confirmed it does, with public schools prioritized first in implementation.
6. Storm Drain Prioritization: Treasurer Knight asked whether there is a priority system for repairing storm drains in advance of the storm season. Director Krucky noted that storm drain maintenance is ongoing and that the City responds to constituency reports via HNL 311, and encouraged submitting photos and specific locations via HNL 311.
7. Shopping Cart Bill 53: Treasurer Knight asked about the City's involvement with Bill 53, which would prohibit illegal possession of shopping carts off the legal owner's premises. Director Krucky noted the City collects approximately 5,000 abandoned shopping carts annually. The bill is on first reading; he has not yet decided how to testify.
8. Kapiʻolani Park DPR Projects -- Historic Preservation Review: Secretary Matson asked whether a Historic Preservation Review will be undertaken alongside the archaeological survey for the Kapiʻolani Park DPR improvement projects.
9. Pickleball Noise at Diamond Head Tennis Center: Secretary Matson raised concerns about pickleball noise from Courts 8 and 9 near adjacent residences, noting the courts generate noise all day. She asked why those courts specifically, given their proximity to homes, should host pickleball rather than courts farther from residences. Vice Chair Velasco confirmed a committee meeting with DPR Director Thielen is being scheduled.
10. Diamond Head Community Garden Parking and Ticketing: Secretary Matson raised a concern that a Diamond Head Community Garden member received a parking citation while unloading supplies at the garden, and asked about parking access for the garden near Diamond Head. Director Krucky confirmed the new Managing Director is Krishna Jayaram and offered to serve as a contact for follow-up.
11. New Driver's License Design: Member Linda Wong asked about the new Hawaiʻi driver's license and state ID design, which she described as having an unflattering color combination. Director Krucky noted the new design offers improved safety features and cost savings, and that the design process was led by Customer Services Director Kim Hashiro.
12. TheBus Driver Shortage: Daisy Murai noted seeing newer buses replacing older articulated buses on Routes 1 and 2 and suggested redirecting some U Line or W Line buses to address driver shortages on Routes 1 and 2. Director Krucky acknowledged the comment and encouraged Murai to submit the suggestion via HNL 311 for DTS to respond directly. He noted DTS Director Morton remains open to meeting with the Board's Transportation Committee.

B. Council Chair Tommy Waters (continued) [1:42:01]: Kevin Imanaka joined the meeting online via Webex and sounded muffled. Vice Chair Velasco proceeded to the next agenda item.

C. Councilmember Scott Nishimoto [1:43:21]: Kylie Tokujo offered to take questions and concerns related to the St. Louis Heights area. She encouraged residents to stay safe during the approaching storm. If you have any questions or concerns, email scott.nishimoto@honolulu.gov or call (808) 768-5005.
• Sign Up for City Council District 5 E-Blasts: http://eepurl.com/jssPn6

B. Council Chair Tommy Waters (continued) [1:44:12]: Kevin Imanaka rejoined the meeting and shared information on pending legislation. Bill 52, on first reading, would increase illegal-peddling fines, particularly for unauthorized tour vendors in Waikiki, to $500 for a first violation, $750 for a second violation, and at least $1,000 for a third violation. Bill 53, also on first reading, would prohibit unlawful possession of shopping carts outside the owner's premises. Bills 45 and 46, on second reading, would increase homeowner tax exemptions to $200,000 for residents age 65 and older and $160,000 for owner-occupants age 64 and younger. Bill 47 would reduce county vehicle weight taxes for passenger vehicles and light trucks. Resolution 26-159 urges protection of Honolulu marine waters from commercial aquarium harvesting.
• Newsletter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18FJwjY554x2YDanQYyioLN8T4_rdSC8t/view

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [1:47:07]:
1. Committee Status: Treasurer Knight asked and Kevin Imanaka confirmed Bills 45-47 are going back to committee.
2. Board of Land and Natural Resources (BLNR) Hearing: Vice Chair Velasco asked if Council Chair Waters plans to attend the BLNR final hearing on the aquatic resource resolution scheduled for Friday, August 28, 2026.
3. Illegal Peddling Fine Levels: Member Linda Wong raised concerns that the fine increases in Bill 52 relating to peddling appear large. Imanaka explained the bill is designed to deter vendors who currently incorporate lower fines into their operating costs, and noted the bill is on first reading with further discussion in committee.
4. Shopping Cart Bill and Community Impact: Dylan Davis shared that Bill 53 may inadvertently penalize community members who carry carts home and asked whether there are provisions to distinguish between incidental use and commercial violations. Imanaka acknowledged the concern and noted the bill is on first reading.

7. FEDERAL & STATE ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORTS [1:52:46]

A. U.S. Congressman Ed Case [1:52:46]: Kekoa Kaluhiwa reported that Congressman Case's House Appropriations Committee approved all 12 Fiscal Year 2027 (FY2027) funding bills, pending full Congressional review. Secured priorities include Native Hawaiian housing, policing, coral reefs, invasive-species prevention, the East-West Center, Women's Business Centers, and Punchbowl Cemetery. Case continues bipartisan gerrymandering reform efforts. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Hawaiʻi Airspace Modernization Project has entered solution development; residents are encouraged to participate through FAA resources. United States (U.S.) military academy nomination and Congressional App Challenge applications are open. The office also assists with veterans benefits, Social Security, passports, and other federal-agency matters.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [1:57:35]:
1. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE): Vice Chair Velasco expressed concern about reports of deaths and inhumane conditions at ICE detention facilities, including reports that ICE officers will be issued electric shock gloves, and urged Congressman Case to take action to protect detained individuals and families.
2. FAA Project Update: Member Wasden thanked Congressman Case's office for its engagement on the FAA project. He noted that community comments made up 82% of FAA input, with the highest concentration from this district, and expressed optimism that the FAA heard the community's concerns about routing flights over water.
3. Medicare for All: Jason Liang congratulated Congressman Case on his primary win and asked that his voting record on Medicare for All be reconsidered given growing working-class support.
4. DHHL Revenue Generation: Johnie-Mae L. Perry asked Congressman Case to advocate for dedicated revenue streams for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) to help the 29,000 people on the wait list access turnkey homes, noting a related state bill was denied in Ways and Means.

B. Governor Josh Green [2:03:46]: No report.

C. State Senator Stanley Chang [2:03:46]: No report.

D. State Senator Les Ihara, Jr. [2:03:46]: No report.

E. State Senator Carol Fukunaga [2:04:15]: No report.

F. State House Representative Tina Nakada Grandinetti [2:04:26]: Representative and Vice Chair of the House Consumer Protection Committee Grandinetti reported she will participate in an informational briefing on towing complaints and practices on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Conference Room 309 at the State Capitol (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fK7AGX09Nng). As a Good Government Caucus member, she signed a letter urging legislative leaders and Governor Green to convene a special session on campaign-finance reform modeled on Senate Bill 2530 (https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2530).

Member Samo Rozman joined the meeting at 8:09 p.m.; 11 members present.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [2:07:45]:
1. Legislative Transparency: Vice Chair Velasco raised concern that committee chairs can call recesses and determine the fate of bills without public explanation, undermining trust in the legislative process. Representative Grandinetti acknowledged the concern, noting that while a recent lawsuit found this practice does not violate house rules, the legislature is working toward cultural shifts requiring chairs to explain their recommendations publicly.

G. State House Representative Jackson Sayama [2:10:47]: No report.

H. State House Representative Ikaika Olds [2:10:57]: Representative Olds reported no substantial updates given the Mayor's representative covering the storm.

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [2:11:29]:
1. Status of Tropical Storm Lala: Member St. Denis asked if Tropical Storm Lala had been upgraded to a hurricane. Representative Olds confirmed it was upgraded to a tropical storm earlier in the day and may reach hurricane strength.
2. Homeless Individuals: Secretary Hasina asked about homeless individuals were sheltering under the freeway by Market City. Representative Olds stated homeless individuals may be relocating on their own as a safety measure and the City's outreach teams contacted encampments about the approaching storm. Dylan Davis and Treasurer Knight shared comments about what they observed in the area.

I. State House Representative Andrew Garrett [2:16:02]: No report.

8. COMMUNITY CONCERNS FROM RESIDENTS [2:16:10]

HPD Response Rates and Uninvestigable Call Categories [2:16:15]: Dylan Davis raised a concern that a significant proportion of the thousands of calls for service result in no investigation or action, with HPD categorizing many calls as uninvestigable. He requested the Board to seek transparency from HPD on the breakdown of call dispositions, particularly to understand whether legitimate community concerns are being dismissed.

9. PRESENTATION [2:20:14]

A. Red Hill Registry -- University of Hawaiʻi Office of Strategic Health Initiatives [2:20:24]: Tara Sutton, Director of Community Engagement for the Red Hill Registry at the University of Hawaiʻi, described the registry's response to the 2021--2022 Navy water contamination affecting about 93,000 people. Launched in August 2025 with $27 million in Department of Defense funding required by the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), it tracks exposures and health impacts, connects participants with services, and develops educational resources. Enrollment begins with a 10-minute questionnaire at redhillregistry.org. As of early August 2026, about 2,900 people had pre-enrolled, but only 500 completed full enrollment. Contact: info@redhillregistry.org or (808) 427-8260.
• Slideshow: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yC5nfo5nsMWI5sYdfwgqEcc5sQM89gOh/view

Questions, comments, and concerns followed [2:30:57]:
1. Enrollment Numbers vs. Estimated Exposure: Vice Chair Velasco expressed surprise at the low registry enrollment relative to the estimated 93,000 people exposed. Sutton explained that many exposed individuals are military families who have since relocated globally, and outreach is complicated by .mil email addresses and mass-email spam filters. She noted the registry has enrollees in Germany, Georgia, and across the U.S.
2. Navy Support: Vice Chair Velasco asked whether the Navy is cooperating with the registry. Sutton confirmed the Navy regularly invites the registry to open houses and Fuel Tank Advisory Committee (FTAC) meetings, and provides access to the Red Hill clinic.
3. Black Ring in Toilets: Member Bruce Wong asked whether a black ring recently appearing in toilets could be related to the Red Hill spill. Sutton shared that jet fuel contamination produced oily sheens, strong odors, and flammable water.
4. Impact on Children: Vice Chair Velasco asked about school children who were exposed. Sutton noted her family was displace and moved to Waikiki. The registry covers all age groups and future data analysis may reveal age-specific health trends.
5. Housing Development: Treasurer Knight asked about housing developments in the area affected by the fuel spill.

10. BOARD BUSINESS [2:39:55]

A. Findings of the Permitted Interaction Group (PIG) on Neighborhood Board Marketing Materials -- Linda Wong [2:40:07]: Member Linda Wong presented the PIG's findings. The PIG (members: Linda Wong, Secretary Matson, and one other member) reviewed the Neighborhood Commission Office (NCO) brochure and found numerous inaccuracies and misrepresentations, including referring to Neighborhood Board meetings as "neighborhood meetings," using the NCO's logo prominently rather than centering the Board, and omitting the history of the Boards and the list of all 33 Neighborhood Boards island-wide. The PIG posted a corrected brochure in the Google Drive and submitted comments to the Neighborhood Commission. Secretary Matson added that per Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) Chapter 92, presenting the PIG's findings at this meeting automatically dissolves the PIG. She recommended that the Board form a Special Subject Committee at the next meeting to continue oversight of the brochure process, represent the Board before the commission, and provide ongoing recommendations. Vice Chair Velasco confirmed this will be placed on the September 2026 agenda.
• PIG Recommendations: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14YjUg7SKA7hvL0wmc-W3zUGSDT1W3Z_A/view

B. Chair's Announcements and Updates [2:49:20]:

i. General Announcements [2:49:20]: Vice Chair Velasco announced notices from Neighborhood Assistant Hayashi: a Special Management Area Major Permit application and public hearing for the nearby Kahala area; a Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) public hearing on Friday, September 11, 2026 regarding proposed Title 20 administrative rules for the Oʻahu Historic Preservation Commission (https://www.honolulu.gov/dpp/events/public-hearing-for-adopting-title-20-dpp-administrative-rules-chapter-32-rules-governing-the-oahu-historic-preservation-commission); and International Dog Day on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at Clark Hatch Bark Park at Diamond Head.

ii. Next Meeting: The next Neighborhood Board No. 5 regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse (Second Floor) and online via Webex.

iii. Televised Rebroadcasts: Neighborhood Board No. 5 meetings can be viewed on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@NeighborhoodCommissionOffice or on ‘Olelo Channel 49 on the fourth Sunday of the month at 9:00 p.m. and the first Thursday of the month at 2:00 p.m., or on demand at olelo.org/olelonet (community/informational section).

C. Board Subdistrict Reports [2:52:30]

St. Louis Heights Subdistrict 1 -- Treasurer Knight (reporting for Julia Allen): Treasurer Knight reported on behalf of Member Allen. Back-to-school sign waving was held the prior Tuesday at Dole Street and St. Louis Drive, and a repeat event is planned for the following Tuesday, 7:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m., asking drivers to slow down and watch for children and parents. She also noted the subdistrict is working directly with Councilmember Nishimoto's office on several issues.

Kapahulu Subdistrict 2 -- Anthony Miranda: No report.

Diamond Head Subdistrict 3 -- Linda Wong: Member Linda Wong reported that six additional oversized residential structures have been constructed on Noela Avenue, each with approximately eight bedrooms and four bathrooms, suggesting a pattern of development by a single owner or group. She committed to providing addresses at the next meeting for the board to look up in the tax map key system.

D. Formed Committees: No formal reconfirmation vote was taken. Existing committees carry forward. The Neighborhood Boundaries PIG members (Arleen Velasco, Angie Knight, Rafia Hasina, Julia Allen, and Margaret Murchie) are active; no report at this meeting.

11. ADJOURNMENT [2:55:04]: Vice Chair Arleen Velasco adjourned the meeting at 9:00 p.m. She thanked all attendees and encouraged everyone to stay safe during Tropical Storm Lala. She noted the next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 10, 2026.

Submitted by: Curtis Hayashi, Neighborhood Assistant, Neighborhood Commission Office (NCO)
Reviewed by: Rachel Cristobal, Neighborhood Assistant, Neighborhood Commission Office (NCO)
Finalized by: Rafia Hasina, Secretary, Neighborhood Board No. 5

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