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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0596.000 2008-2010 ~JNtY of h,~' William T. Takaba Managing Director William P. Kenoi Mayor - Walter K.M. Lau +r N~ M~ i••~.~` Deputy Managing Director IITE OF•NF'•1, V1,11unt of"Ham`i l1irr of for AnVor 891 Ululani Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720-3982 • (808) 961-8211 • Fax (808) 961-6553 3 KONA: 75-5722 Hanama Place, Suite 102 • Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 967,40 (808) 327-3602 • Fax(808)326-5663 - October 22, 2009 :-z The Honorable J Yoshimotoal=". and Members of the County Council County of Hawaii crt 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, HI 96720 Dear Chairman Yoshimoto and Council Members: It is my pleasure to submit for your confirmation the following nominations to the Puna Community Development Plan Action Committee. In order to expedite confirmation of the Puna CDP Action Committee I respectfully request waiver from reading before committee and that these nominations be considered by the full Council at the earliest opportunity. Bell, Barbara: (3-year term) - Previous Director of Dept. of Environmental Management. Experience in the planning process, including plan writing, prioritizing and implementation. Action oriented. Worked in county government for many years, knowledge of government processes, familiar with legislative process and lobbying. Post graduate studies in economics, business and accounting. Property development and management experience. Knowledge of lower Puna. Resident of Puna for 15 years, resides in Kapoho Beach Lots. Commendador, Frank: (3-year term) - Advocate for diversified agriculture and development of new businesses and compatible industries. Some planning experience as an intern on the Waiana& Coast. Facilitation skills. Active in Community Associations. Resident of Puna for three years, resides in Fern Acres. Greene, Madeline: (4-year term) - Small business owner. Previous experience as a manager in large company, overseeing numerous employees. Active in many community organizations. Local event coordinator. Numerous community contacts. Experience in collaborating and implementing measures to keep the community involved. Knowledge of government and non-government agencies roles in project implementation. Experience in collaborating to resolve issues in Puna. Resident of Puna for 13 years, resides in Nanawale Estates. Higgins, Laurence: (2-year term) Licensed architect in the State of Hawaii since 1971. Experience in planning and land use. Experience in developing affordable, multi-family, and custom housing. Advocate for alternative energy and business. Developer perspective. Artist. Resident of Puna for one year, resides in Volcano. Council Action Due By: December 6, 2009 S(r~ Last Council Meeting: December 2, 2009 llorw<c. No. C Ref. To: C+ 1'tP Raf. Q)Qk,. OCT 23 2N2 County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. The Honorable J Yoshimoto and Members of the County Council Page 2 October 22, 2009 Kekipi, Keikialoha: (4-year term) Network and knowledge of the Kanaka Maoli community. Brings extensive knowledge and understanding of the Hawaiian culture, religion and history. Advocate for historical and cultural preservation. Knowledge of the history of Puna. Served eight-year term as a commissioner on the DLNR, Hawai'i Island Burial Council. Youth involvement. Resident of Puna for over 30 years, resides in Opihikao. Krepps, Jeffrey: (2-year term) Representative of the youth. Health care background. Strategic planning and implementation experience. Analytical skills, detail oriented, strong organizational and communication skills. Computer and research skills. Advocate for the increase of economic opportunities and sustainability. Resident of Puna for three months, resides in Hawaiian Acres. Owens, Wesley: (3-year term) Internet programmer, creates websites for non-profit groups. Vice president of Orchidland Community Association. Kea'au-Pahoa Highway Task Force Member. Realist, willing to do the work and reach out/contact resources. Resident of Puna for 2 '/z years, resides in Orchidland Estates. Taylor, Daniel: (4-year term) National Park planning. Managing natural/cultural resources at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (Supervisor) and many international locations. Experienced in blending farming, urban and natural resources, long range planning for parks, land use planning worldwide, conflicts resolution, conducted workshops and break-out groups. Thirty years of resource planning experience. Resident of Puna for 29 years, resides in Hawaiian Orchid Isle Estates. Tunison, John Timothy (Tim): (2-year term) Retired Biologist and Chief of the Resource Management Division for Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, also was responsible for the preservation and protection of cultural resources. Currently an environmental instructor and consultant on native forest restoration and environmental compliance. Grant writing and environmental impact statement experience. Worked in Federal government for many years, knowledge of government processes. Resident of Puna for 27 years, resides in Volcano. Thank your for your favorable consideration of these appointments. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel free to call me. Aloha, Billy Kenoi MAYOR Cc: Nominees Bobby Jean Leithead-Todd, Planning Director Lincoln Ashida, Corporation Counsel Amy Self, Deputy Corporation Counsel Larry Brown, Puna CDP Project Manager County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. J YOSHIMOTO o°.'~`V'~~ GUY ENRIQU'ES Chair & Presiding Officer BRENDA FORD KELLY GREENWELL EMILY I. NAEOLE PETE HOFFMANN DONALD IKEDA p? Vice Chair Or~T F OF N? DENNIS "FRESH" ONISHI DOMINIC YAGONG HAWAII COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawai `i Hawaii County Building 25 aupuni Street Hilo, Hawai'i 96720 October 23, 2009 J Yoshimoto, Chair Hawaii County Council 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 RE: Communication No. 596 : Confirmation of the following nominations to the Puna Community Development Plan Action Committee. Pursuant to Section 2(g) of Rule 4 of the Rules of Procedure of the Council of the County of Hawaii, this written request is submitted with my approval that the above-referenced matter be waived from the Planning Committee to the full Council for immediate action. In reviewing this matter, timely approval is crucial. It is therefore advantageous that approval be granted and the matter be placed onto the next Council agenda for review. However, in the event this request is denied, for whatever reason, I understand the matter shall be referred to the Planning Committee for placement on its future agenda. Sincerely, ~ r 6 6 r Donald Ikeda, Chair Planning Committee Approved/Date/Waive to Council: Disapproved/Date/Refer to PC: J Yoshi , C J Yoshimoto, Chair Hawaii County Council Hawaii County Council I Hawai `i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer