Additional cameras on Farrington Highway in Nanakuli will also be added KAHULUI – The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) is expanding the network of cameras available to the public to Maui and Leeward Oahu providing real-time images of traffic conditions at key intersections and providing additional tools for the state and counties to manage the roadway system. HDOT modernized traffic signal systems at all 82 existing signalized intersections on Maui to allow connectivity between signals and to set up a cloud-based Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS). The ATMS consists of controllers, a travel time system, cellular communications, conflict monitor units, and system monitors to enable HDOT to remotely optimize traffic signal timing on Maui. The camera installation was completed this summer and can pan, tilt and zoom. They are for monitoring traffic conditions, not for traffic violations. The Maui cameras are now accessible on the GoAkamai.org website by clicking on the “Cameras” tab, then searching “Maui.” The images can also be seen by scrolling over the map of Maui and clicking on the camera icon at the specific intersection. “The cameras are an additional resource for people to see live traffic conditions on Maui roadways to help plan their commute and avoid certain areas if necessary,” said Gov. David Y. Ige. “We are working to have more state roadways on neighbor islands connected soon.” “The cameras allow the Highways Division and our county partners the ability to manage the roadway system in real time and adjust to traffic conditions as necessary,” said Deputy Director Ed Sniffen, Hawaii Department of Transportation Highways Division. “We are working hard to get the remainder of the system connected to ensure we can maximize the efficiency of the system that we have throughout the day.” The traffic cameras have been installed at the following 10 Maui intersections, with the exception of the Kuihelani/Puunene intersection which will have two cameras and currently has an intersection improvement project in construction that will be finished by the end of 2019. Haleakala Highway and Hana Highway Honoapiilani Highway and North Kihei Road Kuihelani Highway and Puunene Avenue Airport Access Road and Hana Highway Piilani Highway and Piikea Street Maui Veterans Hwy and North Kihei Road Kaahumanu Avenue and Kahului Beach Road Hana Hwy and Baldwin Avenue Haleakala Highway and Kula Highway Honoapiilani Highway and Keawe Street New cameras will go live on Farrington Highway in Nanakuli within a week. The locations are at the following intersections. Farrington Highway and Nanakuli Avenue Farrington Highway and Haleakala Avenue Farrington Highway and Helelua Avenue The new Nanakuli cameras are in addition to the 200 traffic cameras already located around Oahu that can be seen on the GoAkamai.org website. Four new traffic cameras on Kuhio Highway Route 560 on Kauai were also added earlier this summer and available for viewing on the GoAkamai.org website. The cameras show Kuhio Highway to help inform motorists of traffic conditions in the vicinity of the slope stabilization work near mile marker 1. There are cameras at Hanalei Bridge and the Bamboo Patch for the public to see conditions approaching the work site from Hanalei. There are additional cameras near Hanalei Plantation Road and the Princeville Shopping Center so the public can see traffic conditions approaching the work site from Princeville. Cameras were available on Hawaii County during the Kilauea eruption and lava flow, however those cameras are no longer operable. HDOT is coordinating efforts to expand the traffic camera resources to roadways on Hawaii Island. #HawaiiDepartmentofTransportationHDOT #HDOT #GoAkamai #GoAkamaiorg #Traffic #Trafficcamera #HawaiiCounty #MauiCounty #HonoluluCounty #DavidIge #GovernorIge #Davidige #EdSniffen #AdvancedTrafficManagementSystem #ATMS

Improved efficiency, security, compliance come online at DOTAX **Link to soundbites here ***Transcribed soundbites – see below HONOLULU – Gov. David Y. Ige announced that the State Department of Taxation (Department or DOTAX) is going live with its fifth and final phase of work as part of the Tax System Modernization (TSM) project today. With this final installment, the department will add cigarette/tobacco, fuel and liquor taxes to the new system, completing the configurations needed to administer all Hawaiʻi taxes. “When I first became governor, there was a backlog of tax returns and payments, and this project was just getting started,” said Gov. Ige. “Today, we have a system that enables more forms to be e-filed, returns are being processed quickly, and security and compliance are improved. Thanks to the joint effort of our DOTAX staff and vendor, Fast Enterprises, LLC, we were able to stand up new systems; extract and convert legacy data to the new system; and design, configure, test, and learn the new systems while maintaining operations,” said Gov. Ige. Taxpayers are already actively using Hawaii Tax Online. More than 2.5 million returns have been e-filed in the new system. The use of e-filing and the new system has greatly increased the efficiency in processing of payments and returns. This last phase of the TSM project adds additional enhancements to the new system including: Mandatory e-filing. Beginning September 2019, mandatory e-filing will be required for cigarette/tobacco, fuel, and liquor taxpayers. Rental Motor Vehicle taxpayers follow beginning October 2019. This is the first time we are using our authority to require mandatory e-filing for certain taxes. License suspension and revocation. cigarette/tobacco, fuel and liquor taxpayers are the first group that will be subjected to license suspension and revocation authorities. This will be expanded to other taxpayers in the future. It is important for taxpayers to file and pay on-time. Reporting and analysis. We are updating reports to utilize the data collection and analysis capabilities provided by the new tax system. “This final deployment enables all of our taxes to be administered by GenTax and Hawaii Tax Online,” said Rona Suzuki, Director of Taxation. “We now have a solid foundation to build on. We will be leveraging our technical investment to improve our ability to fairly, consistently, and efficiently administer Hawaiʻi’s tax laws to provide the funds needed for state services.” To learn more about the TSM project and Hawaii Tax Online, please visit http://tax.hawaii.gov. Transcribed SOUNDBITES: Governor David Ige: Tax modernization has been one of the priorities that allows us to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our public servants. (:11 seconds) It gives them (public servants/employees) the tools to be more effective, to allow us to engage in a more appropriate way. And most importantly, it allows us to do more with less. (:08 seconds) Rona Suzuki/DOTAX Director: The governor’s been very supportive of this project, even when he was in the Legislature. He’s always believed we should process documents and returns and payments in a timely manner. He’s been on our butt at the department a little bit, to make sure that everything got done quickly. (:14 seconds) #HawaiiDepartmentofTaxation #tax #TSM #HawaiiTaxOnline #RonaSuzuki #DirectorofTaxation #GovernorIge #davidIge #DOTAX #TaxSystemModernizationProject

Public school educators and students share how they’re living out Hawai‘i, Equity, School Design, Empowerment, and Innovation The Hawai‘i State Department of Education (HIDOE) has partnered with ʻŌlelo Community Media (ʻŌlelo) on a five-part series to explore the ways educators are living out promises to students that are at the heart of a strategic plan in development for public schools. The series, one 30-minute show for each student promise, will premiere tonight at 8 p.m. on ʻŌlelo Channel 53, and repeat the following Sundays at 1:30 p.m. Hosted by journalist Jill Kuramoto, the schedule of episodes to air on ʻŌlelo Channel 53 is: ● Hawai‘i Promise: Sept. 4, 2019 at 8 p.m.; Sept. 8, 15 & 22, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. ● Equity Promise: Oct. 2, 2019 at 8 p.m.; Oct. 6, 13 & 20, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. ● School Design Promise: Nov. 6, 2019 at 8 p.m.; Nov. 10, 17 & 24, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. ● Empowerment Promise: Dec. 4, 2019 at 8 p.m.; Dec. 8, 15 & 22, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. ● Innovation Promise: Jan. 1, 2020 at 8 p.m.; Jan. 5, 12 & 19, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. The programs will also air on the HIDOE’s Teach Channel and social media. “These are engaging conversations with principals, students and teachers about their innovative and excellent learning and community impact,” said Supt. Christina M. Kishimoto. “They embody the kind of joyful educational experiences we want all students to know, and it’s why we’re structuring our next phase of strategic planning along these promise themes.” “We’re very excited to offer this programming so that our communities can see the great things that are happening in Hawai‘i’s public schools,” said Sanford Inouye, president and CEO of ‘Ōlelo. “If we all do our part to deliver on these promises to students, we will have a stronger Hawai‘i.” The programming highlights community-connected learning practices at Farrington High, Waipahu High, Kea‘au Elementary, Pauoa Elementary, Maui High, Kāne‘ohe Elementary, Moloka‘i High, Castle High, Palolo Elementary, Kealakehe Middle, Mānoa Elementary, Kanoelani Elementary, Roosevelt High, Stevenson Middle, and Pearl City High. Innovative practices across schools in the Campbell-Kapolei Complex Area are also explored, as well as ideas about expanding educator empowerment from three Hawai‘i Teacher Fellows. The 2030 Promise Plan represents a shift in strategic planning at HIDOE, from focusing on goals to considering what’s most valuable about the educational experience and ways the public school system can start measuring that. A first draft of the 2030 Promise Plan, based on extensive stakeholder feedback from nearly 2,800 individuals gathered through the summer, will be released on Sept. 5, 2019. HIDOE is also using that feedback toward the drafting of benchmarks and metrics to complement its accountability system, Strive HI, which tracks student and system progress. A final draft of the 2030 Promise Plan will be delivered to the Board of Education for passage in early 2020, with implementation to begin at the start of the 2020-2021 school year. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2030PromisePlan. ### About ʻŌlelo Community Media ‘Ōlelo Community Media is Hawai‘i’s nonprofit community Public, Education, and Government (PEG) access provider, created to empower the voice of the community. When you view any one of ‘Ōlelo’s four cable channels, VOD channels, or online channels, you will find unique and local stories from hundreds of dedicated community producers about our island, our people, the many cultures we share, and the issues we face. Learn more at olelo.org. About the Hawai‘i State Department of Education Hawai‘i's public school system was founded on Oct. 15, 1840 by King Kamehameha III. It is the oldest public school system west of the Mississippi. It is one of the largest public school systems in the country — 293 unique schools on seven islands, with more than 22,000 full-time and 20,000 part-time/casual employees serving about 180,000 students, their families, and the community. Our vision: Hawai‘i’s students are educated, healthy, and joyful lifelong learners who contribute positively to our community and global society. Learn more at hawaiipublicschools.org. #HawaiiStateDepartmentofEducation #olelo #hidoe #olelocommunitymedia #hawaiipromise #equitypromise #schooldesignpromise #empowermentpromise #innovationpromise #CHRISTINAKISHIMOTO #sanfordinouye #2030promiseplan #StriveHI #Education #HawaiiPublicSchools

“Grow Your Own Teacher” initiative helps Hawaii students become educators. Schools and students across Hawaii are impacted by the state’s chronic teacher shortage. In response, the state started the “Grow Your Own Teacher” Initiative to help support those in Hawaii who were pursuing their dreams of becoming teachers. Michelle Kidani, Senate Vice President and Chairwoman of the Committee on Education, played a key role in making the initiative a reality. “I worked with our UH College of Education to put together an online program that could keep these educators in the classroom, but allow them to earn their teaching certificate,” Senator Kidani explains. “It was really important to me to not only offer a tuition waiver if they continue to work in the DOE for five years after completion of the program, but also that they could continue to teach as they earned their credentials.” The program is a three-semester cohort and its first class recently graduated in May 2019. “I am grateful that we were able to secure funding to continue this great program,” says Senator Kidani. Funding was also secured for a similar program at Leeward Community College, which would certify teachers on the Leeward Coast for special education. Many schools, including Oahu’s Leeward Coast have trouble retaining teachers. Senator Kidani says raising teacher pay would also help alleviate the teacher shortage in Hawaii. She explains that one way to keep more money in teachers’ pockets is to eliminate license fees. “This year I was so glad to finally get the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board general funded,” Senator Kidani says. “It has been more than a decade since HTSB switched to being funded exclusively by teacher license fees.” She explains that while this fee may not seem like a lot of money, HTSB has eliminated all license fees now that they are fully funded through general fund appropriations. Senator Kidani has also been pushing the DOE to look at teacher housing options. “We all know the cost of housing is a big squeeze on our budgets, but I believe if we can offer some level of relief for teachers, it will pay dividends in recruitment and retention,” she says. Senator Kidani says teaching is one of the most important professions we have. “Teachers are the core of how we educate and prepare the next generation of leaders and employees to take our place,” she says. “Without highly qualified and dedicated teachers, it would be nearly impossible.” The senator pledges to continue to work on improving teacher working conditions, access to resources, and doing whatever possible to keep them teaching in the classroom. For more information: beaherobeateacher.com #michellekidani #growyourownteacher #growyourownteacherinitiative #HawaiiTeachers #DepartmentofEducation #SenatorKidani #HawaiiTeacherStandardsBoard #HTSB #DOE

HONOLULU – In Hawai‘i, one person dies by suicide every two days in our state, which is why the Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Emergency Medical Services and Injury Prevention System Branch, in partnership with the Prevent Suicide Hawai‘i Task Force, is announcing a series of community events open to the public in recognition of Suicide Prevention Month in Hawai‘i. The goal of events across the state during the month of September is to raise public awareness about suicide prevention, the impact of suicides in Hawai‘i, and to connect survivors with postvention services (schedule of events listed below). In Hawai‘i, suicide is the leading cause of fatal injuries for people ages 15 to 64 and is the tenth leading cause of all deaths in the state. From 2014 -2018, 958 Hawai‘i residents died from suicide. “Suicide is a serious, complex and preventable public health issue,” said Health Director Bruce Anderson. “Our response requires a strategic and comprehensive approach through outreach, collaboration with stakeholders, and building and maintaining statewide relationships to ensure resources are available to those who need them most. We hope that through these efforts, we’ll be able to identify effective strategies to reduce the risk for suicide.” Each year, the Out of the Darkness Walk is one the largest Suicide Prevention Month activities held in the state. Volunteers organize the event to increase awareness of suicide prevention resources and the available support for at-risk individuals, loved ones of suicide survivors, and the public. On O‘ahu, more than 900 participants, including representatives from all branches of the military and students from local schools, will take part in this year’s event on Sept. 14 at Ala Moana Beach Park, Magic Island. Event and participation details are available at www.afsp.org/oahu. For anyone experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, or anyone who knows someone who is,call the Crisis Line of Hawai‘i at (808) 832-3100 (O‘ahu), 1 (800) 753-6879 (neighbor islands),the National Suicide Hotline at 1 (800) 273-TALK (8255), and text ALOHA to the Crisis TextLine at 741-741. Resources are available 24 hours every day. More information about suicideprevention may be found at http://health.hawaii.gov/injuryprevention/home/suicide-prevention/information/. Additional Suicide Prevention Month activities planned include: Kaua‘i: Sept. 7 (9 a.m.): Out of the Darkness Walk at Waimea Athletic Field Complex. Contact: Sheila Louis-Garcia, (808) 652-2149 or sheilalouis1425@gmail.com O'ahu: Sept. 10 (9 a.m.): Joint Services Suicide Prevention Proclamation Signing and Human Awareness Ribbon at Navy Exchange parking lot, Bougainville Drive. Contact: Melanie Beachy, Military and Family Support Center, Melanie.beachy@navy.mil. or (808) 474-0089 (office), 808-723-4292(cell) Sept. 10 (3:30 p.m.): Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell proclamation signing in the Mayor’s Conference Room at Honolulu Hale. Contact: Nancy Deeley, (808) 733-9238 or Nancy.Deeley@doh.hawaii.gov Sept. 13 (10:30 a.m.): Gov. David Ige proclamation signing at the Hawai‘i State Capitol.Contact: Nancy Deeley, (808) 733-9238 or Nancy.Deeley@doh.hawaii.gov Sept. 14 (8 a.m.–1 p.m.): Out of the Darkness Walk at Magic Island. Contact: Pua Kaninau-Santos, (808) 271-8582 or pkshawaii@gmail.com Maui: Sept. 6 (9 a.m.): Maui County Council proclamation presentation at Council Chambers. Contact: Danielle Bergan, danielle.bergan@mentalhealthhawaii.org Sept. 28 (9 a.m.–1 p.m.): Out of the Darkness Walk at Keopuolani Park, Kahului. Contact: Danielle Bergan, danielle.bergan@mentalhealthhawaii.org Hawai'i Island: Sept. 10 (12 p.m.): Community sign making at the UH Hilo campus library lanai with sign-waving to follow (4:30 – 5:30 p.m.). Contact: Yolisa Duley, hipreventsuicide@gmail.com Sept. 25 (10 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.): “Recognize/Connect Suicide Prevention Training” at Hilo Medical Center ground conference room. Contact: Gary Gardner, gardnerg003@hawaii.rr.com #HawaiiDepartmentofHealth #suicide #suicidepreventionmonth #doh #preventsuicidehawaiitaskforce #BruceAnderso #OutofthedarknessWalk

(Līhu‘e) – Recent helicopter surveys prompted foresters with the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) to sample 10 dead ‘ōhi‘a in two locations within the Līhu‘e-Kōloa Forest Reserve. Six trees tested positive for Ceratocystis lukuohia, the more virulent of the two fungal pathogens causing Rapid ʻŌhi‘a Death, the disease killing ‘ōhi‘a across the state. Everyone is Asked to Practice Bio-Sanitation To view video please click on photo or view at this link: https://vimeo.com/325914375 Late in 2018, the Kaua‘i Rapid Response Team, made up of scientists and managers from county, state, federal, and non-governmental agencies, reported the presence of C. lukuohia on a Department of Hawaiian Home Lands parcel behind Kalalea Mountain in Anahola. A total of 22 trees in three separate locations across Kaua‘i have now tested positive for this more virulent species of the two fungi that cause Rapid ʻŌhi‘a Death. “The lukuohia species is much more aggressive than the huliohia species,” said Sheri S. Mann, DOFAW Kauai Branch Manager. “It is very important to do all we can not to accidentally spread the pathogen around on our vehicles, boots, and clothes.” Since the disease was identified on Hawai‘i Island in 2014, more than a million trees have died —with more than 90 percent of those testing positive for C. lukuohia. On Kaua‘i, the number of trees that have tested positive for C. lukuohia is much lower than on Hawai‘i Island. The six most recent are located in the Līhu‘e-Kōloa Forest Reserve—five near the Kalāheo-Lāwai section and one in the Wailua section of the forest reserve. The dead ‘ōhi‘a in upper Wailua is located along Powerline Trail. Both places are fairly accessible, so experts are asking for people’s help in containing the disease. “These deadly microscopic fungal pathogens can be moved around the island in mud,” said Tiffani Keanini, project manager of the Kaua‘i Invasive Species Committee (KISC). “Theoretically, all it takes is one spore to infect an ‘ōhi‘a tree. So, we’re stressing bio-sanitation practices. Basically, leave mud where you found it. That may be easier said than done, but every little bit helps.” Boot brushes have been installed at numerous trailheads around the island. While supplies last, KISC is also giving away bio-sanitation kits. Anyone interested in getting one should email saveohia@hawaii.edu or call 808-821-1490. Each kit contains a boot brush, bottle of isopropyl rubbing alcohol, and educational literature. This bio-sanitation video provides a demonstration of these simple decontamination practices. ‘Ōhi‘a is the most common tree in our native forest, and it’s absolutely vital to our forest ecosystem and watershed. Mann added. “The effort to save ‘ōhi‘a on Kaua‘i is a statewide one. After the positive test results of these six additional trees came back from the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARC) in Hilo, high-resolution aerial imagery of the areas was obtained by the UH Hilo Department of Geography SDAV Lab. DOFAW and KISC have scheduled an on-the-ground sampling effort the second week of September. A crew of 12 to 15 trained technicians will sample additional suspect trees. Six experts from the Big Island Invasive Species Committee and one from Hawai‘i Island DOFAW will join us. The more we know about where this pathogen is and how it is moving, the more we can do to slow it down or maybe even stop it.” Local residents can expect to see helicopters flying in and out of the affected areas during the survey week. Two species of fungal pathogens result in the rapid killing of ‘ōhi‘a trees. The other pathogen resulting in ROD, Ceratocystis huliohia (the lesser virulent) was first detected on Kaua‘i in May 2018. Genetic testing suggests it may have been present on the island at undetectable levels for several decades. In early 2018, the two different species of fungi that cause Rapid ʻŌhi‘a Death were described as C. huliohia and C. lukuohia. Both species are new to science. The difference between the two pathogens is how they move through the tree and how quickly they kill. Since it was first detected on Kauai in 2018, 141 trees have been sampled. Of those, 22 have tested positive for C. lukuohia and 37 for C. huliohia. “The pathogen enters the tree through a wound, be it a broken limb, twig or perhaps, a scuffed up exposed root. Whereas C. huliohia may take months to years to kill an ʻōhiʻa tree, C. lukuohia can kill a tree within weeks,” said James B. Friday, the extension forester with the University of Hawai‘i. ʻŌhi‘a die for many reasons, although symptoms consistent with Rapid ʻŌhi‘a Death include the sudden browning of leaves on limbs or the entire crowns of trees. The fungus is not visible on the leaves or the bark but grows in the sapwood just below the bark and impacts the flow of water in the tree. As there is no known cure, experts encourage these practices: 1) Avoid injuring ʻōhiʻa. Wounds serve as entry points for the fungus and increase the odds that the tree will become infected and die. Avoid pruning and contact with heavy equipment wherever possible. Avoid cutting new trails in ‘ōhi‘a forests and stepping on their roots. 2) Clean gear and tools, including shoes and clothes, before and after entering the forest and areas where ʻōhiʻa may be present. Brush all soil off tools and gear, then spray with 70% rubbing alcohol. Wash clothes with hot water and soap and, if possible, dry on the high heat setting in the dryer. 3) Wash your vehicle with a high-pressure hose or washer if you’ve been off-roading or have picked up mud from driving. Clean all soil off tires–including mountain bikes and motorcycles–and vehicle undercarriage, preferably with soap and water. 4) Don’t move ʻōhiʻa wood or ʻōhiʻa parts, including adjacent soil. The disease can be spread to new areas by moving plants, plant parts, and wood from infected areas to non-infected areas. 5) Keep your eyes open. If you see ʻōhiʻa with a limb or crown turning brown, take a picture and send it to KISC via email (saveohia@hawaii.edu) or phone (808-821-1490) and describe exactly where you saw the tree. Samples of the wood must be taken by trained technicians and tested in a laboratory to confirm the presence of the ROD fungi. To learn more about Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death, visit rapidohiadeath.org and/or email saveohia@hawaii.edu and request to be added to the Kaua‘i quarterly newsletter—‘Ōhi‘a: Tree of Life. #HawaiiDepartmentofLandandNaturalResources #DLNR #DivisionofForestryandWildlife #Ohia #RapidOhiaDeath #CeratocystisLukuohia #FungalPathogens #SheriMann #TiffaniKeanini #BioSanitation #UHHilo #DOFAW

Scheduled roadwork along Laukahi Street started on Aug. 28. Barring any weather-related delays, it’s estimated the work will be completed in October. Laukahi Street Repaving Project The allowable work hours for the project will be from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Mondays through Fridays, except for holidays, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends, if necessary. Motorists are advised to observe and obey all traffic controls, posted signs and special duty officers and proceed with caution through the construction area. Drivers should anticipate delays due to detours, lane and/or road closures, and allow extra travel time while driving through the work areas. Roadwork on Laukahi Street will extend from Kamole Street to Alaweo Street. The project includes, but is not limited to, reconstruction, milling and resurfacing of asphalt concrete pavements, reconstruction of identified curbs and/or gutters, reconstruction of catch basin top slabs, tree mitigation by a qualified arborist that may include pruning, trimming and removal, adjustment of utility frames and covers to finish grade within the roadway, and installation of permanent pavement markings. The contractor is responsible to coordinate local traffic to include residents, deliveries, trash collection and emergency services. On-street parking will be prohibited during working hours. Please observe the dates and times on the posted roadway signs as illegally parked vehicles may be towed, if necessary, at the owner’s expense. Motorists are advised to proceed with caution through the construction area. For any questions or concerns about the project, please contact Maui Kupono Builders LLC at (808) 369-1800. You may reach the office of Senator Chang at the following: Phone: 808-586-8420 Email: Stanley Chang Senator, District 9 (D) senchang@capitol.hawaii.gov Adrian Tam Office Manager a.tam@capitol.hawaii.gov Lynn E. Robinson-Onderko Constituent Director l.robinson-onderko@capitol.hawaii.gov Source: https://mailchi.mp/c7fd87bb6dbe/laukahi-street-repaving-523007?e=b1988e9cda #stanleychang #adriantam #lynnrobinsononderko #SenateDistrict9 #LaukahiStreet #Roadwork #LaukahiStreetRepavingProject #Senatorchang

HONOLULU – Senator Stanley Chang invites the public to meet America’s most prominent urban planner, Jeff Speck, at the Blaisdell Center’s Pikake Room on September 9, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. Speck will be speaking about how to transform Honolulu into a safer, more pedestrian-friendly, sustainable city habitat by using the latest urban design and planning techniques. Neal S. Blaisdell Center, Pikake Room September 9, 2019 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Presentation starts at 6:00 p.m. Jeff Speck is a city planner and urban designer who advocates internationally for more walkable cities. As Director of Design at the National Endowment for the Arts from 2003 through 2007, he presided over the Mayors' Institute on City Design and created the Governors' Institute on Community Design. Prior to his federal appointment, Mr. Speck spent ten years as Director of Town Planning at DPZ & Co., the principal firm behind the New Urbanism movement. Since 2007, he has led Speck & Associates, a private design consultancy. Mr. Speck is the co-author of Suburban Nation, which the Wall Street Journal calls "the urbanist's bible.” His more recent book Walkable City, was the bestselling city-planning title of 2013-2016. Its sequel, Walkable City Rules, is described by Kurt Andersen as “a must read for urbanists, city-builders, and everyone who lives in cities.” His TED talks and YouTube videos have been viewed more than four million times. #walkableity #StanleyChang #PikakaeRoom #NationalEndowmentfortheArts #MayorsinstituteonCityDesign #JeffSpeck #Walkability #SurburbanNation

Hawaiʻi Wood Utilization Team launches Wood Products Directory (HONOLULU) – Exploring Hawai‘i’s diverse forest industry and connecting to any of the hundreds of businesses passionately involved with wood is now just a click away. The Hawai‘i Wood Utilization Team (HWUT) is launching the Hawai‘i Wood Products Directory. It’s an online search engine designed to highlight and connect the state’s wood industry while making it accessible and transparent to interested consumers. HWUT is a group of experts initiating innovative, cross-sector ideas and projects to expand wood product markets in Hawai‘i. It includes members from forestry, architecture, design, engineering, wood products, construction, finance, marketing, research and Hawaiian cultural practices. The Hawai‘i Forest Industry Association (HFIA), a team member, spearheaded the development of the directory and the website. Michael Tam, CEO of Martin & MacArthur and HFIA Board Member, represents HFIA on the team. He stressed, “This directory is a valuable resource for Hawai‘i’s governments, businesses and people in the forest products industry. It connects buyers and sellers of a variety of wood products and services.” Directory goals include: Highlight & increase awareness of wood-related products and services in Hawai‘i Strengthen and expand the state’s wood products industry by facilitating and promoting the use of wood (focusing on but not limited to Hawai‘i-grown wood) in new and existing markets Connect market players such as woodland owners, log buyers, non-timber forest product buyers, forestry consultants and contractors, manufacturing and value-added industry Encourage the development and support of existing businesses dedicated to the use of wood Enable entrepreneurs and architects to find the suppliers and partners they need to commercialize a product or project Provide information about the industry including economic, environmental, and social benefits of using wood Inform consumers about the benefits of buying wood products from Hawai‘i growers, manufacturers, and retailers The directory already contains hundreds of company profiles doing wood-related business. These include woodworkers, furniture and cabinet makers, forest owners, millwork manufacturers, architects, retail stores, consultants and contractors. Companies that are not listed are encouraged to sign up. Creating a profile is free and takes only a few minutes. John Heideman, President of the Hawai‘i Lumber Products Association (HLPA), another member of the team, points out, “Through HWUT’s multiple-association membership directory, both consumers and cross-genre members will have tremendous access to the broader scope of resources within and surrounding our industry. HLPA has been dedicated to the promotion and education of wood and lumber use since 2004 and we look forward to a long-term relationship with HWUT and their members providing us all the ability to reach across different genres of our industry to better serve our community.” Businesses listed in the directory have the additional advantage of being notified when wood-related opportunities statewide become available such as timber sales and requests for proposals by the state, HFIA and others. Other HWUT projects currently include a partnership with the Albizia Project to design and build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) prototype and design an education center on Kaua‘i that will utilize locally-grown wood resources. Joseph Valenti, HWUT Director commented, “We want to inspire and educate the design and construction industry with innovative and traditional applications for building with wood. These demonstrations aim to inform the community of the opportunities and advantages of utilizing our forest resources.” The directory and the other HWUT projects were made possible by funding from the USDA Forest Service Wood Innovations grant. The program aims to expand wood products and biomass markets. A collaboration with DLNR, HFIA, the Albizia Project, and HLPA led to a proposal that was awarded the state’s first grant from the highly competitive national program. Out of 119 proposals, Hawai‘i’s was one of 34 projects selected. The goals of the effort are to facilitate and coordinate new and innovative approaches for the use of locally‐grown wood; reduce the risks of wildfires; analyze resource and market conditions for local woods; and increase the visibility and demand for Hawai‘i‐grown wood products. David Smith, Administrator of the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) and an avid wood enthusiast, stated, “We’re excited to see Hawai‘i’s diverse wood industry come together and collaborate on innovative projects that highlight the industry’s significance and promote the sustainable use of our local resources. DOFAW is proud to provide leadership and support for this effort. # # # #WOOD #DLNR #ForestsforLife #HWUT #JosephValenti #HFIA #AlbiziaProject #DavidSmith #ForestryandWildlife #DOFAW #MichaelTam #MartinMacArthur #HawaiiWoodProductsDirectory

(ANAHOLA, HI) – The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL), in conjunction with the Department of Transportation, Governor David Ige’s State Homeless Coordinator, and Homeless Support Services on Kaua’i, removed unpermitted campers and unauthorized structures from DHHL properties in Anahola, Kaua`i on Aug. 21, 2019. DHHL notices to vacate the premises were issued on Monday, Aug. 19, 2019. The areas include portions of Aliomanu Road where the roadway erodes into the ocean, Kealia Road/Kuhio Highway, and Anahola Beach Park, as well as an area across the street from the beach park. “The Department takes the decision to remove unauthorized individuals off of DHHL lands as a serious but necessary effort,” said Hawaiian Homes Commission Chair William J. Aila Jr. “The Department thanks the collaborative effort of the Department and other agencies involved in ensuring safety and transitional efforts for the individuals impacted by the removal.” Any unclaimed property will be handled in accordance with 171-31.5, HRS. TMK’s (4) 4-7-004: 003, 004 & 007 (4) 4-8-003: 018, 019, 021, 026, & 027 (4) 4-8-005: 036 (4) 4-8-007: 020 (4) 4-8-010: 003, 005, 006, & 010 (4) 4-8-011: 003, 004, 005, & 007 (4) 4-8-012: 010 (4) 4-8-013: 009 & 012 (4) 4-8-014: 005 & 006 (4) 4-8-018: 028, 029, & 032 ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS: The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands carries out Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole’s vision of rehabilitating native Hawaiians by returning them to the land. Established by U.S. Congress in 1921, with the passage of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, the Hawaiian homesteading program run by DHHL includes management of over 200,000 acres of land statewide with the specific purpose of developing and delivering homesteading. Website: https://dhhl.hawaii.gov/ #THEDEPARTMENTOFHAWAIIANHOMELANDS #Anahola #DHHL #DavidIge #AnaholaBeachPark #WilliamAila #UnpermittedCampers #UnauthorizedStructures #Kauai

HONOLULU – Gov. David Ige today announced one appointment to the Intermediate Court of Appeals and five appointments to the First Circuit Court (Island of Oʻahu) as follows: Intermediate Court of Appeals Clyde J. Wadsworth – 61, Solicitor General, Department of the Attorney General, State of Hawaiʻi, is appointed to the Intermediate Court of Appeals, State of Hawai‘i, to fill the vacancy left by the retirement of Associate Judge Lawrence M. Reifurth in Aug. 2019. In his current position as Solicitor General of the State of Hawaiʻi, Wadsworth heads the Appellate Division of the Department of the Attorney General and has briefed and argued appeals before the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court and the federal Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. He has 34 years of litigation and dispute resolution experience, representing clients in federal and state courts, arbitration and mediation. In recent years, his primary areas of practice have been constitutional and civil rights, public land use, unfair business practices, and other business disputes. Wadsworth is a graduate of Princeton University. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the UCLA School of Law, where he served as an editor of the UCLA Law Review. “I am deeply honored and humbled that Gov. Ige has nominated me to serve on the Intermediate Court of Appeals. I hope to continue to serve the people of Hawaiʻi to the best of my ability, and I look forward to the Senate confirmation process.” First Circuit Court (Island of Oʻahu) Lisa W. Cataldo – 56, an attorney at McCorriston Miller Mukai Mackinnon (M4), is appointed to the Circuit Court of the First Circuit (Island of O‘ahu) to fill the vacancy following the retirement of Circuit Judge Virginia L. Crandall in Nov. 2018. Cataldo is currently a partner at M4 with a diverse litigation practice, primarily defending clients in commercial, employment, disability, insurance defense, constitutional/civil rights and land use matters. Prior to joining M4, she served for two years as the part-time federal magistrate judge (United States District Court, District of Hawaiʻi) located in Kwajalein, Republic of the Marshall Islands. She also clerked for senior Judge Roger D. Foley, United States District Court, District of Nevada, and held associate attorney positions with law firms in San Francisco and Honolulu. Cataldo is a graduate of the University of California, Hastings College of Law and Oregon State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science. “I’m grateful and humbled by Gov. Ige’s nomination and look forward to the confirmation process,” said Cataldo. Ronald G. Johnson – 58, an attorney advisor for the Transportation Security Administration, is appointed to the Circuit Court of the First Circuit (Island of O‘ahu) to fill the position that has been vacant since the retirement of Circuit Judge Rom A. Trader in Dec. 2018. As an attorney advisor, Johnson handles legal issues related to human resources, employee and labor relations, disciplinary actions, mission support and field operations. In addition, he handles civil enforcement cases and acts as the ethics advisor for the Pacific Rim airports. Prior to this, he served in the United States Attorney’s Office as the co-chief of the Violent Crime and Drug Section. He also worked for the City and County of Honolulu in the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney. Johnson graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Hawaiʻi, College of Business Administration, and he earned a Juris Doctorate from the University of Hawaiʻi – William S. Richardson School of Law. “I am humbled and honored to be nominated by Gov. Ige. I am grateful for his confidence in me and appreciate the opportunity to continue to serve my community in a very important and impactful way. I look forward to meeting with members of the Senate as they consider my nomination,” said Johnson. Trish K. Morikawa – 48, District Court Judge, First Circuit, is appointed to the Circuit Court of the First Circuit (Island of O‘ahu) to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Circuit Judge Colette Y. Garibaldi in Dec. 2018. Morikawa was sworn in as First Circuit District Court Judge by Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald on May 3, 2017. She was previously employed as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Deputy Attorney General, and as an associate at Gallagher Kane Amai. She also served as a Per Diem Judge of the District Family Court of the First Circuit. Morikawa earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pennsylvania and is a graduate of the University of Hawaiʻi – William S. Richardson School of Law. “I am deeply honored and humbled that Gov. Ige has nominated me to serve as a First Circuit Court judge,” said Morikawa. Kevin A. K. Souza – 49, Judge, Family Court of the First Circuit, is appointed to the Circuit Court of the First Circuit (Island of O‘ahu) to fill the vacancy created when Circuit Judge Keith K. Hiraoka was elevated to the position of associate judge of the Intermediate Court of Appeals in Nov. 2018. Prior to his appointment as a District Family Court Judge of the First Circuit, Souza specialized in criminal and family court matters with The Law Offices of Kevin A. Souza. While working as a solo practitioner, he served as a per diem Family Court judge (2012 – 2013), and as Grand Jury Counsel for the First Circuit (2011 - 2012). Souza also worked as an associate litigation attorney with McCorriston Miho Miller Mukai, as a Deputy Public Defender, and as the Chief of Staff in the Office of the Lieutenant Governor from 2006 – 2010. Souza earned a Bachelor of Arts at Brigham Young University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Hawaiʻi – William S. Richardson School of Law. “I appreciate the Governor’s careful consideration of all candidates, and I am honored to be nominated by him. I look forward to the Senate advise and consent process and am excited to continue to serve our community on the First Circuit Court,” said Souza. John M. “Jack” Tonaki – 59, Public Defender, State of Hawaiʻi, is appointed to the Circuit Court of the First Circuit (Island of O‘ahu) to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Circuit Judge Glenn J. Kim in April 2019. Tonaki has been the State Public Defender (head of the office) since 2000. He has served on the Board of Directors of the Hawaii State Bar Association and the American Judicature Society. He has also been a member of numerous legal committees and task forces including the Judiciary's Standing Committee on the Rules of Evidence and Standing Committee on Criminal Jury Instructions. Tonaki earned a bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa and a law degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco. “I am humbled by the governor's appointment and pledge to do my very best in becoming a good judge and continuing to serve the people of Hawaiʻi,” said Tonaki. The appointments are subject to Senate confirmation. #GovernorIge #DavidIge #ClydeWadsworth #IntermediateCourtofAppeals #FirstCircuitCourt #LisaCataldo #RonaldJohnson #TrishMorikawa #Johntonaki #Senateconfirmation #HawaiiStateSenate

The Public Access Room (PAR) will be on Hawaii Island from September 9-13, Maui from Sept 16-19, and Kauai from Sept 23-25 as part of our annual outreach to the Neighbor Islands. We’re bringing back our “Your Voice“ presentation this year. It goes over the legislative process, but also provides information on using the legislature’s website, offering testimony, tracking legislation, and communicating with legislators. Hawaii Island Outreach Schedule Kailua-Kona West Hawai'i Civic Center, Liquor Conference Room; 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway Monday, September 9, 2019 6:00-7:00 p.m. Ocean View Ocean View Community Center; 92-8924 Leilani Circle Tuesday, September 10, 2019 12:00- 1:00 p.m. Pahoa Pahoa Neighborhood Facility; 15-322 Kauhale Street Wednesday, September 11, 2019 6:00-7:00 p.m. Waimea Thelma Parker Memorial Library Community Room; 67-1209 Mamalahoa Hwy Thursday, September 12, 2019 6:00-7:00 p.m. Hilo Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Training Room; 1055 Kinoole Street Friday, September 13, 2019 6:00-7:00 p.m. Maui Outreach Schedule Makawao Makawao Public Library; 1159 Makawao Avenue Monday, September 16, 2019 6:00-7:00 p.m. Kihei Kihei Public Library; 35 Waimahaihai Street Tuesday, September 17, 2019 6:00-7:00 p.m. Kahului Akaku Community Media Center Conference Room; 333 Dairy Rd. Wednesday, September 18, 2019 6:00-7:00 p.m. Lahaina Lahaina Intermediate School Cafeteria; 871 Lahainaluna Road Thursday, September 19, 2019 6:00-7:00 p.m. Kauai Outreach Schedule Lihue Lihue Public Library; 4344 Hardy Street Monday, September 23, 2019 5:30-6:30 p.m. Princeville Princeville Public Library; 4343 Emmalani Drive Tuesday, September 24, 2019 1:00-2:00 p.m. Hanapepe Hanapepe Public Library; 4490 Kona Rd Wednesday, September 25, 2019 1:00-2:00 p.m. Public Access Room (PAR) A Division of the Legislative Reference Bureau (LRB) State Capitol, Room 401 415 S. Beretania St. Honolulu, HI 96813 Phone: 808/587-0478 Email: par@capitol.hawaii.gov Website:lrbhawaii.org/par * Toll Free from All Islands Hawai'i..... 974-4000, ext. 7-0478 Maui............ 984-2400, ext. 7-0478 Kaua'i.......... 274-3141, ext. 7-0478 Moloka'i/Lana'i...(800) 468-4644, ext. 7-0478 Oahu........... 587-0478 #PublicAccessRoom #PAR #NeighborIslandOutreach #LegislativeProcess #HawaiiSenate #HawaiiIsland #Maui #Kauai #YourVoice #LegislativeTracking #CommunicationswithLegislators #Howtotestify #Testimonyinformation