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 Fire – Mike Uchida briefly spoke about HFD hazmat involvement into the last incident at PGV and made some suggestions for any release, to identify whether it is an abated or non-abated release.  Police – no report given VI. Industry partners reports –  PGV – Ron stated that due to the problems with communication with the last incident, they have put up a micro tower. He also reiterated what Darryl Oliveira had stated and addressed the recommendations taken away from the AAR.  Harbors – Russell Moore talked about their involvement with the Marine Spill Response Center (MSRC) and the possible expansion of pier IV pollutants. He also discussed the possibility of importing bio fuel. VII. Department of Health HEER report – Sharon Leonida discussed the incident in West Texas. She reiterated that associated press had requested specific information but only limited information could be given out due to strict control on this. She also stated that any requests for local tier II report information must be requested through the DOH HEER office. Harold Lau reported that the HMEP grant had been completed for next year. John Peard reported that they are in the process of taking samples from the pesticide mixing areas to identify areas to clean up soil arsenic contamination by the schools and also at Waiakea pond. VIII. New business – CD reported unexploded ordinance identification off Kawaihae road in Sandalwood subdivision Concerns with bio diesel, and the readiness of HFD to respond to these incidents. IX. Announcements - Mike Uchida requested funds from the LEPC to fund three personnel to attend this years Hazmat Continuing Challenge in Sacramento, CA. Jack Roney moved to allocate $6,000 for this purpose, Russell Moore seconded the motion. X. Adjournment – the meeting was adjourned at 12:06pm