2025-12-15 Liquor Commission Minutes Hilo (Special Meeting)

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Commissioner Greenwell moved to approve the November 6, 2025, Liquor Commission minutes as circulated; Seconded by Commissioner Nishimoto. Okabe: Is there any discussion to the motion? There was no discussion by Commissioners. Okabe: Hearing none, any public testimony at this time in regard to the minutes? There was no public testimony. Okabe: Hearing none, all those in favor please say "Aye." The Commissioners voted "Aye." Okabe: All opposed "Nay." There was no opposition by Commissioners. Okabe: Motion is carried. The motion was carried unanimously. III. Public Statements on Agenda Items (09:02 AM) Okabe: Any statements from members of the public at this time? Please state your name, the agenda item you are here for, and then start your testimony. Masuda: Good morning, Chairman Okabe and Commission, my name is Craig Masuda, I'm here to testify for Stacie Waltjen, I believe it's Item No. 2. I'm in support of her nomination for being elected the new Director. For those of you who don't know, previously I was the Corporation Counsel assigned to the Department of Liquor Control doing both the Commission and the Adjudication Board for about 20 years. So, when came to testify before the Commission the last time, I testified in support of Gerald Takase to be the Liquor Director. I think that worked out pretty good, I mean I think you worked out pretty good, that doesn't mean I know anything more than anybody else. But I have seen my fair share of hearings as representing the Commission, well representing you folks and assisting you folks, as well as the Liquor Adjudication Board. Also, prosecuting cases on behalf of the Department, so I'd say I'm kind of well versed in the workings of the Liquor Department. You know, I have a hard time calling her Ms. Waltjen, so if you'll excuse me, I'll just call her Stacie. MINUTES - LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING SPECIAL MEETING - MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2025 - HILO PAGE 3 OF 35