2023-02-07 Kailua Village Design Commission Minutes

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acknowledged the room count discrepancy and said that he would look into it. He also acknowledged the earlier statement by Ms. Newlon about the additional height allowance for screening the elevator equipment. He said that the existing fire stairwell in the middle of the mauka-facing side of the building would be relocated, and that that would become the core for the elevator to improve accessibility. He noted that the some of the work items listed in the aforementioned SMA Assessment letter, such as the putting green, were initially considered but not presented at this time, and that their signage proposal would be submitted for review later. He acknowledged the County Code Chapter 14 regarding outdoor lighting and displayed a photograph of the proposed tiki torch lamp; he explained that the owner had invented the tiki torch simulation light with an LED component, which would not burn the traditionally used propane fuel and would be safer and more energy efficient and provide a wayfinding and ambience as well. He said that it would also go with the concept of the hotel, which is affectionately known as Uncle Billy's by all, and that his team was very happy to be part of this project to reinvigorate the downtown Kailua Village district. Mr. Spielman tried to provide the Commission with a video of the operation of the tiki torch lamp, but the video failed to play due to computer issues. Upon being asked by Chairman Roth, Mr. Spielman described it further that the lamp inside the polycarbonate cylinder simulates the idea of a tiki torch, with the amber orange color and a flickering pattern to the light, and is wired with low voltage electricity, and that the lower wattage amber color gives more of glow than the brightness of the ordinary white LED light. There being no further questions of the applicant from the Commissioners, Chairman Roth opened the floor for comments. He said that the proposal seemed to be a very tasteful and responsible renovation and upgrade to the facility, including more accessibility and energy efficiency, and seemed to him a great project for the Kailua Village. Commissioner Werchick commented in agreement that the proposal was an excellent presentation, and that it would be nice to see this property upgraded and returned to the community. It was moved by Commissioner Werchick and seconded by Commissioner Crusat that the Commission approve the application as presented. There being no discussion on the motion, a roll call vote was taken, and the motion carried with five ayes (Werchick, Crusat, Greenwell, Kilkuskie, and Roth), and one absent and excused (Kern). ANNOUNCEMENTS Next meeting is tentatively scheduled for February 21, 2023. Chairman Roth introduced this agenda item at 3:29 p.m. Ms. Newlon said that there would be no meeting on February 21, 2023, and that the next meeting would tentatively be on March 7, 2023. Chairman Roth thanked the Commissioners for attending and getting the business done. He reminded them to encourage those who would be good members to apply to serve on the Commission. 3 Kailua Village Design Commission February 7,2023,Meeting Minutes