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i • Hamakua Energy—David Cummings reported that Phase 2 ishey are now moving on to Phase 3. • BEI—Not present. • PGV—Not present. • Pacific BioDiesel -Not present. • HELCO —Casey Kishimori —did not have any additional information regarding the transformation leak. • MEDIA—Chris Leonard reported that FEMA is exploring locations to input primary entry points and secondary entry points for federal-level communications. Nimitz and Sand Island Access is where the Oahu location is located. Federal funding was provided for this project. Seeking to be set up in every Hawaii County, ensuring processes are in place for other emergencies. V. STATE • DOH HEER—Sharon shared the dates for the Lithium-Ion Training and Tabletop that Chief Okinaka also shared. • DOH-HEER—Liz shared about the Chemical Safety Day Training coming up in September of 2023. Location TBA. • DOE—Orasa shared that the DOE supports the EPA for climate change. • Hilo Medical Center—Just installed an autoclave. The Hilo Hospital and Extended care facilities removed their mask requirements. VI. CORP COUNSEL • Sunshine law training and overview by DCC Cody Frenz VIL OLD BUSINESS • Chemical Safety Day Overview and Briefing. VIIL NEW BUSINESS • HFD Request—Chief Okinaka requested continuing HFD Personnel, and HAZMAT training. The HAZMAT conference is coming up in September of 2023. It is a 5-day Course with 5 days and 6 nights. September 5t'through the 8t'. $650 per person with an attendance fee, if purchased before August 17t'. About$550 for flights, $150 per person, plus per diem. $2,400 per person per diem. Maybe 4 personnel. o Chris Leonard made a motion to approve up to $18,000, not to exceed $3,000 per person. 4 Fire Department personnel, 2 LEPC members. Chief Darwin Okinaka seconded. Discussion had. All in favor. Motion passes. IX. DISCUSSION Cory Harden, a community member participant asked if we have a seat for Military personnel on the LEPC. A request was made to add a Military representation to the LEPC: Chief Okinaka made the motion. Chris Leonard seconded that motion. Discussion had. All in favor, no opposition. Motion carries.