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Discussion: Omonaka: Feels should not be <br /> continually deferred. Greenwell: The votes are <br /> tied. L'Orange: It was also previously tabled. <br /> Cushnie: Went on record previously that everyone <br /> should be present to vote on this ; and all should vote <br /> as courtesy. <br /> Motion Count: <br /> In favor: Ms. Cushnie Opposed: Mr. Bethea <br /> Ms. Duncan Mr. Omonaka <br /> Mr. Fuertes Mr. Nishikawa <br /> Mr. Greenwell <br /> Dr. Juvik <br /> Mr. L'Orange <br /> Ms. Lum previously left the meeting. Motion carried. <br /> IX. AGENDA ITEM NO. 9 : Initiative & Referendum <br /> A. Discussion: Juvik: Suggests be put on next <br /> agenda. Would like an idea of how commission stands <br /> on subject. Doesn' t feel initiative should be <br /> modified except for how long signature is valid and <br /> whether or not current percentage to introduce <br /> initiative should change. Feels percentage should be <br /> lowered from 15 to 10 or 12%. Prefers initiative be <br /> wide open as it now is. Bethea: Should voters be <br /> forced to limit provisions re land planning? Depends <br /> also on whether Legislature limits provisions . <br /> Motion No. 18: Mr. Omonaka moves that Art. XI <br /> not be changed in any way, seconded by Mr. Nishikawa. <br /> Further Discussion: L'Orange: Corporation <br /> Counsel ruled that signatures are valid for the term <br /> of the mayor, which is too long. So would vote <br /> against the motion. Bethea: Would also vote against <br /> it. Cushnie: Would like to review petition items. <br /> Motion Count: <br /> In favor: Dr. Juvik Opposed: Mr. Bethea <br /> Mr. Nishikawa Mr. L'Orange <br /> Mr. Omonaka Mr. Greenwell <br /> Mr. Fuertes Ms . Duncan <br /> Ms. Cushnie <br /> Motion fails . <br /> 740 <br />