2007-12-07 Planning Commission Minutes

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November 2, 2007 – It was moved by Commissioner Siracusa and seconded by Commissioner Alameda that the minutes be approved. Motion was unanimously carried by a voice vote of all Commissioners in attendance. ADMINISTRATIVE The following items were discussed under Administrative Matters: MATTERS Nominating Committee – The Commission accepted Chairman Graham and First Vice-Chairman Alameda to serve on the nominating committee for the 2008 Officers of the Planning Commission. Planning Commissioners’ Service – Mr. Hayashi noted that Commissioner Graham can continue to serve for another three months until the Council names a replacement. He added that as Commissioner Ogata has filled an unexpired term, she is able to be reappointed by the Council to serve another full term. Status of appeals filed on Planning Commission decisions - Corporation Counsel – Mr. Torigoe had nothing to report. Charter Amendment Splitting the Planning Commission into East and West Hawaii Commissions – Mr. Hayashi if the Council passes this proposal, it will be placed on the ballot for the November 2008 election. ANNOUNCEMENTS The following announcement was made: Commission Meetings – Mr. Hayashi announced the last meetings for 2007 are December 12-13, 2007 at Waikoloa. For Commissioner Alameda’s information, Mr. Hayashi noted that the Planning Director will give a progress report of the Planning Department’s activities over the past year and there will be a presentation on the progress of the community development plan. Mr. Hayashi stated he will refer Commissioner Domingo’s request for a status report on Melvin Miranda’s Special Permit No. 05-009 at the next meeting. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the Chair declared the meeting adjourned at 2:05 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sharon M. Nomura, Secretary A T T E S T: William Graham, Chairman Planning Commission 5