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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0654.000 2008-2010 William P. Kenoi Mayor William T. Takaba Managing Director Walter KM. Lau Deputy Managing Director QIl1uuflJ l1f~afuai'i OOfntt of f4t Jlitallor 25 Aupuni Street, Suite 2603 . Hilo, Hawai'i 96720. (808) 961-821] . Fax (808) 961-6553 KaNA: 75-5722 Hanama Place, Suite 102 . Kailua-Kona, Hawai'j 96740 (808) 327-3602 . Fax (808) 326-5663 December 9, 2009 Dear Chairman Yoshimoto and Council Members: Council Chairman J Yoshimoto and Members of the County Council County of Hawai'j Hilo, HI 96720 Ci"'1j. r" o The County of Hawai'i Planning Department has initiated the process of forming an Action Committee for the South Kohala Community Development Plan (SKCDP). The General Plan calls for the formation of Action Committees, which are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the County Council. The South Kohala Action Committee will consist of 9 members who reside in the South Kohala district. The purpose of the committee member is to be a proactive, community based steward of the SKCDP's implementation and update. It is my pleasure to inform you that I have appointed the following individuals to the newly created South Kohala Action Committee: 1, Michael Fischer (4-year term) was a former administrator with Parker School in Waimea and is retired from the legal profession, where he represented both national and international business firms. Michael has lived in South Kohala for 7 years and his family has been working in health care services in the district for approximately 40 years. He has served on the Board of Directors for the Kohala Ranch Community Association and Fairways at Mauna Lani Homeowners Association and served on the Focus Group that produced the Waik610a Portion of the SKCDP. Michael is a strong believer in community partnering with government and feels that the Action Committee (AC) should work to ensure that the values and desires expressed in the SKCDP are respected and fostered. 2. Margaret Horwatt (4-year term) is a 20-year resident of South Kohala and an active member of her community. She graduated from the American/Asian Institute of Chinese Medicine and has practiced acupuncture and massage therapy in Waimea for over 20 years. Margaret is an advocate for youth issues and the environment. Council Ac~ion Du~ By: Januar+- 24, 2009 Last Councll Meetmg: January 22, 2009 Comm. No. 05 if Ref. To: PC Ref. Date ~lrLZ009 County ofHawai'j is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. Council Chairman J Yoshimoto and Members of the County Council Page 2 December 9,2009 She is President of the Youth Horizons Hawai'i Non-Profit, which is focused on providing mentoring opportunities and support activities. Currently, Margaret is developing a youth program that offers hands on experiences in alternative energy. 3. Annie Howes (4-year term) is a 15-year resident of the South Kohala district and is presently co-owner of a small business "Butler Service with Aloha" providing concierge and other residential services. She has an extensive professional and academic background in the hotel management industry and was an instructor on the topic at the West Hawai'i Campus of Hawai'i Community College. She is currently the Chairperson of the Parker School PTSO and volunteers her time with the Waimea Outdoor Circle. Annie sees the Action Committee's role as being the eyes, and ears of the community and finding win-win situations that are focused on results. 4. Robin K. inaba (3-year term) is a 17 year resident of South Kohala and as a self employed ,architect has worked with organizations such as'Tutu's House, North Hawai'i Community Hospital, HPA, Waimea Middle School, Parker Ranch and other groqps in North Hawai'i. She served on the Parker School Board of Directors and is a me'mber of the American Institute of Architects. Robin supports agriculture in the community through land use planning and would like to encourage sustainable approachEls through the built environment. Robin believes that this can be accomplished through the South Kohala COP Action Committee and will help to improve the quality of life for our children. 5. Achahn Schulze (3-year term) was born and raised in South Kohala and after receiving a law degree from the University of Hawai'j in 2007, went into private practice. As a lifelong resident, Achahn is passionate about the land and the community of South Kohala. As a result, he has a personal sense of duty and obligation to give back to his community and feels volunteering for the COP Action committee is the perfect opportunity. Achahn sees the role of an Action Committee member as being a steward for the implementation of the South Kohala COP. He would like to see the goals interpreted properly and a system or structure formed by which those goals are implemented. 6. Fran Tabor (3-year term) has lived in the South Kohala community for over 12 years and was employed as an optometrist with Kaiser Permanente. Fran is a current member of the Waimea Community Association and Waimea Traffic Safety Committee. She is concerned with issues regarding agriculture and urban development and is keenly aware of matters that impact the environment and resource preservation. Fran was an' active participant in the development of the South Kohala COP and contributed her perspective to the process as well as County of Hawai'j is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. Council Chairman J Yoshimoto and Members of the County Council Page 3 December 9,2009 listening to what other people thought in an effort to build consensus. She believes that the role of the COP Action Committee is to keep the community up to date as to the implementation of the COP and ask for support and input on that progress. 7. Leonard Librizzi (2-year term) is a three-year resident of South Kohala and the Kona Branch Manager for Hawai'i Modular Space. Leonard is a member of the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce and participated extensively in the development of the Honolulu Metropolitan Traffic Plan. Through his participation in the Honolulu Metropolitan Traffic Plan, Leonard was able to share his experiences as a commercial tractor-trailer driver and an avid bicyclist providing first hand, his unique perspective from two extremes of the transportation spectrum. Leonard feels strongly about being an active participant in community affairs and believes if you have an issue with something, you should make your voice heard. 8. Jeannie Palermo (2-year term) recently moved to South Kohala and previously worked with the City of Carson as a Economic Development Specialist working with community and business organizations gathering input on various city-led projects. Jeannie is an active volunteer with the North Hawai'i Hospice and the Waimea Relay for Life. Her interests include economic development and historic and cultural preservation. Her perspective is that the role of the Action Committee is serve as a liaison between the community and the Planning Department. 9. Nancy Alvord (2-year term) has lived in South Kohala for five years and is a Real Estate Broker with Mauna Kea Realty. Nancy is Vice President with the HPA Ohana Association, member of the Kawaihae Canoe Club, and has been weaving lauhala with the Lauhala Weavers of Kona for the past six years. She believes that cultural and historic preservation is a high priority and that culture is the backbone of the community. Nancy sees the implementation of the South Kohala COP will require time and patience and believes it as a worthwhile endeavor. Your review and favorable confirmation of these individuals would be appreciated. Aloha, ~~<=-. Billy Kenoi MAYOR cc: BJ Leithead Todd, Planning Department Lincoln Ashida, Corporation Counsel Appointees County of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportuniiy Provider and Employer.