HomeMy WebLinkAboutREP PC 002 01/04/2011 2010-2012REPORT OF THE
COMMITTEE ON PLANNING
DATE: January 4, 2011 Re: Comm. 22
PLACE: Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa
78 -128 Ehukai Street
Kailua -Kona, Hawaii
TIME: 1:34 p.m.
Council Chair and Members
Hawaii County Council
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Your Committee on Planning, to which was referred Communication No. 22 reports as follows:
Communication No. 22 from Mayor Billy Kenoi dated December 15, 2010, requests
confirmation of the appointment of James McCully from the South Hilo District to the Hawaii
County Windward Planning Commission. Mr. McCully is a 37 -year resident of Hawaii. He is a
self - employed farmer at Mauna Kea Orchids and simultaneously manages real estate with
McCully Works. Mr. McCully's community service involves past and present membership with
the Hilo Puna Young Farmers, Hawaii Ginger Industry Association and the Hawaii Island
Chamber of Commerce. He states that he is not affiliated with any political party. If confirmed,
he will serve a term to end on December 31, 2015.
Mr. McCully was in attendance at the Hilo County Council Chambers.
Councilmember Onishi stated that Mr. McCully is very knowledgeable, supports smart growth
with proper infrastructure and supports his nomination.
Councilmember Yagong stated that Mr. McCully is a constituent from District 1 and asked
Mr. McCully why he wants to be on the Windward Planning Commission. Mr. McCully replied,
commenting that he has been an active nurseryman, with a lifelong background in farming. He
has also been a long time resident involved in youth organizations, and is pleased to bring his
expertise to the Commission.
Councilmember Yagong stated that Mr. McCully's background in Agriculture would be a
tremendous asset to the Windward Planning Commission and commended him for his
outstanding community service.
Councilmember Pilago acknowledged that Mr. McCully has participated in a wide range of
activities and has a well balanced background.
Mr. McCully is not required to be present at final confirmation before the full Council
PC Report No. 2
PC Report No. 2
Comm. 22
January 4, 2011
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Your Committee on Planning is in accordance with the purpose and intent of Communication
No. 22 and recommends confirmation of James McCully to the Windward Planning
Commission.
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Respectfully submitted,
COMMITTEE ON PLANNING
PETE HOFFMANN, CITIAI
PC REPORT rNO 2
ADOPTED: JAN 2 0 2tli J
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Respectfully submitted,
COMMITTEE ON PLANNING
PETE HOFFMANN, CITIAI
PC REPORT rNO 2
ADOPTED: JAN 2 0 2tli J