The High Street Journal - August 2014

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The High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui

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August 2014

NEW FORMAT PLANNED FOR COMMUNITY BUDGET MEETIN NGS FREE CHINA VISITOR WORKSHOP TO BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 2 MAYOR’S OFFICE HELPS MOLOKA`I BUSINESSES RENEW EXPIRED CREDENTIALS, ACCESS FREIGHT

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CONTENTS

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Message from the Mayor.................................................................................... 3 M.D. Minute ........................................................................................................... 4 Happenings at the County ............................................................................. 5

PUBLISHER / EDITOR

Lynn Araki-Regan

EDITORIAL COORDINATORS

Herman Andaya, Jr. Rod Antone Tiffany Iida Lois Whitney PHOTO COORDINATOR

New format planned for this year’s community budget meetings.. 6 Mayor’s Office of Economic Development announces free China Visitor Workshop................................................................................................... 7 Mayor joins state leadership in setting sustainability goals................ 8 Mayor’s Office helps Moloka`i businesses renew expired credentials, access freight ................................................................................ 10

Ryan Piros

Workshops at Maui County Business Resource Center announced for August .............................................................................................................. 11

CONTRIBUTORS

MAPA’s Miss Saigon -- A Star is Born ............................................................. 12

Dana Acosta Karen Arakawa

Did you know that? ............................................................................................ 14

Mayor Alan Arakawa

B & C Highlight...................................................................................................... 16

SeaRay Beltran

County Kitchen ..................................................................................................... 16

Paul Janes-Brown Jaime Kane Lee Mainaga Ipo Mossman Rob Parsons Simone Polak Keith Regan Sarah Shim Wendy Stebbins Jacky Takakura Deanna Thyssen Kit Zulueta

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Kupaianaha (“Blessings of Life”)..................................................................... 17 Photo Gallery ......................................................................................................... 20

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR Aloha everyone, I would like to start off by saying that I think you all did a wonderful job in preparing for Hurricane Iselle. I saw people in our community going shopping, fueling your vehicles and buying plywood for boarding up windows about a week before the storm was supposed to hit.

This is exactly what you are supposed to do. In the past some people waited until the storm was already upon us to try and prepare for it.

That’s when accidents happen and tempers get short. I’m glad everyone made the effort to take precautions because it will serve you well in the future.

Because Hurricane Season is not over.

Right after Hurricane Iselle was Hurricane Julio, which luckily veered north. After that we had a storm system called Karina which was also not expected to cause us any problems.

But as you can see, there’s a lot of storm activity in the Pacific right now. In fact this season may be one of our most active seasons to date. According to the National Weather Service we got off to an active start this year, with three tropical cyclones developing in June. Then came a lull in the action in July before Iselle, Julio and Karina came along.

Remember that even though Hawaii County bore the brunt of Iselle, we saw our fair share of storm effects here in our county. Strong winds knocked down trees, which pulled down power lines and blocked roads.

Things could have been a lot worse, especially if Iselle bypassed the Big Island and was on a direct path for Maui.

So please, resist the urge to raid your emergency kit for canned goods just yet; you may still need them before this year’s hurricane season is over on November 30th. Remember to store a week’s supply of food, water and medicine, especially after what happened to residents in the Puna area of the Big Island. It has been more than a week now and still about a thousand people are without power.

You’ve all done such a good job so far, let’s keep it up so that we are all able to help keep each other safe during the next storm.

Aloha and God bless,

Mayor Alan Arakawa

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M.D. Minute A Message from Managing Director Keith Regan

“Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school.” ~ Albert Einstein

It’s hard to believe, but the dog days of summer have quickly come to a close.

Students have headed back to class, including our son Riley, who is a 4thgrader at Pu`u Kukui Elementary School. We were among many families across the county checking school supply lists, making sure the school shoes still fit growing feet, and meeting new teachers and staff who worked hard to get ready for this important time of year.

Recently it’s been on my mind how important teachers have been in my own personal development. They have encouraged me when I felt like giving up, assisted me through academic rigors and even brought me back on course when it seemed like I had lost my way.

Teachers are amazing people who invest their time, energy and even personal resources into their students’ success. We often struggle to remember details surrounding the latest celebrity du jour, but can easily recall the names of our most influential educators from childhood.

As a parent, I’m so grateful for each individual who has played a role in shaping Riley’s young mind. He enjoys school and is a dedicated student, mainly due to the teachers who take the time not just to teach their students, but to move them along in their academic journey through their own enthusiasm and love of learning.

As inspirational writer William Arthur Ward wrote, “The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains.

The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.”

It is my hope that we can inspire one another in our community, at home and even here at work. There’s no limit to the good that can come about when we learn from each other in the course of our daily lives.

Keith Regan Managing Director

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Happenings at

THE COUNTY

COUNTY SEEKS PROPOSALS FOR TOURISM PROGRAMS FOR 2015 The County of Maui is currently soliciting proposals for tourism programs on Maui, Moloka‘i and Lana‘i for calendar year 2015 under HTA’s County Product Enrichment Program (CPEP). CPEP grants are intended to diversify and enrich Hawai‘i’s tourism product by developing new and enhancing existing community-based attractions and experiences related to the niches of agriculture, culture, education, nature, health and wellness, sports and technology.

Examples of CPEP programs supported in 2014 include: Talk Story on the Land, a series of interpreted hikes lead by Hawaiian Islands Land Trust; annual events such as Maui ‘Ukulele Festival, Lahaina Plantation Days and Ka`anapali Fresh – a culinary celebration of local agriculture; and the Pailolo Challenge Canoe Race from Maui to Molokai. Ongoing activities feature Wailuku First Fridays and cultural arts exhibitions at Hui No‘eau.

CPEP Request for Proposals (RFP) forms and application packets are available online at www.mauicounty.gov/CPEP. They are also available at the OED office located in Wailuku at One Main Plaza, Suite 305. Deadline for all CPEP

proposals to be received by OED is September 19, 2014.

For more information on CPEP programs, contact Cheryl Sterling, HTA Programs Specialist, at 270-7997.

STORM DAMAGE REPORTING FORM AVAILABLE ONLINE The Maui County Civil Defense Agency reminds the public that residents needing to report damage caused by Tropical Storm Iselle may access the reporting form online at www. mauicounty.gov under “Storm Information.”

For more information on emergency preparedness, visit www.mauicounty.gov/ civildefense.

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New format planned for this year’s community budget meetings Mayor Alan Arakawa and his administration will host a series of community meetings in September and October to receive comments and suggestions from the public regarding the proposed budget for the Fiscal Year 2015-2016.

Citizens with an interest in the County budget are encouraged to attend a meeting in their local area and offer testimony, either as individuals or on behalf of an organization. Both written and verbal testimonies will be accepted.

As a new feature this year to the Mayor’s annual community Budget meetings, tables will be set up to allow department directors and staff to meet with members of the public, hear budget-related needs, listen to concerns and answer questions about various County-related issues.

“Not everyone is comfortable speaking in front of a large audience, especially when a microphone is set up in the hall,” said Mayor Arakawa. “This new discussion format will help the community meetings run more efficiently by giving people the option of sharing their comments with our County directors in a more open and informal manner.

“Many of the initiatives that my Administration has worked on in the past several years are a direct result of the input from these community meetings,” Mayor Arakawa continued. “Suggestions

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from the public are welcome and are greatly appreciated, as they help us prioritize what is best for our community, and understand how to better serve Maui County residents. Putting together the Maui County budget is a process in which everyone should have a part.”

Input from the community meetings will be taken into consideration when the administration constructs the Fiscal Year 2015-2016 budget.

Center Lanai: Thursday, October 23, 2014, 3:00 p.m., Lanai Senior Center For more information on the community meetings, contact the County of Maui Budget Office at 270-7855.

The program office of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) will conduct public hearings 15 minutes prior to the Mayor’s community Budget meetings in East Maui, Molokai, Budget meeting times and Central Maui and Lanai. CDBG locations are as follows: will gather views and comments West Maui: Monday, September from interested persons who wish 15, 2014, 5:00 p.m., Lahaina Civic to participate in the preparation Center of the County’s proposed Annual Action Plan for the Fiscal Molokai: Thursday, September Year 2015-2016 relating to the 25, 2014, 3:00 p.m., Home County’s grant application for Pumehana Center (Located at more than $1.5 million from the Hale Mahaolu; 290 Kolapa Pl., U.S. Department of Housing Kaunakakai) and Urban Development. The Community Development Block East Maui: Monday, September 30, 2014, 5:00 p.m., Helene Social Grant is a federal program created

by Title I of the Housing and Hall Community Development Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-383). CDBG South Maui: Monday, October 6, 2014, 6:00 p.m., Kihei Community funds received will be utilized for housing and community Center development needs primarily Upcountry: Wednesday, October benefiting low and moderate 8, 2014, 5:00 p.m., Mayor Hannibal income persons.

Tavares Community Center, Social For information on the CDBG Hall public hearings, contact the Central Maui: Thursday, October County of Maui CDBG Program 9, 2014, 5:00 p.m., Velma Santos Office at 270-7213.

(Wailuku) Community Center Paia/Haiku: Monday, October 20, 2014, 5:00 p.m., Paia Community

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Mayor’s Office of Economic Development announces free China Visitor Workshop

The Mayor’s Office of Economic Development (OED) has teamed up with the Maui Visitor’s Bureau to produce a free workshop entitled “On the Horizon….China Visitors. Maui, Are You Ready?”

The workshop will be held on Tuesday, September 2 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Makena Beach and Golf Resort’s Kaeo Ballroom.

The event, which is open to the public, targets the visitor industry and other business sectors or individuals interested in learning more about the rapidly growing Chinese visitor market.

Representatives from Hawaiian Airlines and HTA-China will discuss marketing efforts to promote Maui as a destination in China. Barbara McDonald, an

international communications expert and Director and Founder of UBU Travel will enlighten the group on the communications barriers for Chinese visitors. The workshop will end with a Q&A session for a panel made up of China tour operators who have first-hand experience.

“Visitors from China represent an exciting growth opportunity for Maui County,” said Mayor Alan Arakawa. “We need to educate ourselves on how to welcome both groups and individuals from China, and how to provide them with a quality experience.”

Teena Rasmussen, Director of OED, noted that the workshop will present an “up-to-date, fresh and relevant view of what visitors

from China want to experience during their Hawaiian vacation.”

Terryl Vencl, Executive Director for the Maui Visitor’s Bureau, added that the China market has shown significant growth over the past year. “The State of Hawaii has seen an increase of 23.5% in visitors from China over last year, and Maui County has seen a 31.5% increase over last year.”

Workshop space is limited and is seating is available on a firstcome, first serve basis. The session is free but participants must pre-register at mvcbchinavisitors. eventbrite.com.

For more information, call the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development at (808) 270-7710.

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Mayor Arakawa joins state leadership in setting sustainability goals Governor, 4 Mayors, OHA Sign the Aloha + Challenge BY: ROB PARSONS Mayor Alan Arakawa joined Governor Abercrombie, Mayors Cravalho, Caldwell and Kenoi, and leadership of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs in launching the Aloha+ Challenge: A Culture of Sustainability – He Nohona ‘Ae‘oia at a declaration signing at the Hawai‘i State Capitol on July 7, 2014. The official signing was well attended by many legislators who had introduced a Joint HouseSenate Resolution supporting the Aloha + Challenge, as well as by media and the general public.

State leaders pledged to work together to reach ambitious goals to address renewable energy, natural resources and environment, local food production waste reduction, and green jobs and building. The signing builds upon earlier work and goals set by the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative, and recommendations contained in the Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Master Plan.

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“It incorporates many, many of the previous commitments that have been made by all of the previous governors, by all the previous mayors, and allows us to be a

little bit more focused,” said master of ceremony William Aila, state Department of Land and Natural Resources director, in Honolulu Star Advertiser reporting of the event.

Each of the Mayors highlighted areas where their respective county is exhibiting leadership in shifting towards “greener” practices and policies.

“The Aloha+ Challenge is about leading by example,” stated Mayor Arakawa. “Our goal is to provide a higher quality of life for our children, and to build a community for our grandchildren that they can be proud of. Sustainability means good jobs and healthy communities.

That is why Maui started early to make long-term investments in renewable energy, environmental stewardship, invasive species control and local agriculture.”

The Honolulu Star Advertiser also authored an editorial supporting the goals of the Aloha + Challenge. Its concluding two paragraphs share a hopeful perspective:

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“It would be easy to be cynical about Aloha+ Challenge. It can be difficult to square talk of sustainability with the reality of a rapidly urbanized state, with luxury condominiums in Kakaako and new housing developments on fertile West Oahu farmland.

“But lasting change grows from small steps. Hawaii has already begun to move forward. It will be up to our elected leadership to make sure their day-to-day decisions match their Aloha+ Challenge promises -- and for citizens to hold them accountable if they don’t.”

THE BENCHMARKS The Aloha+ Challenge sets six targets to be reached by 2030 in seven sectors of sustainability and preservation of natural resources: * Clean energy: Achieve 70 percent clean energy, including 40 percent from renewable sources and 30 percent from efficiency. * Local food: Double local food production with a goal of 20 to 30 percent of food consumed being grown locally. * Natural resource management: Increase watershed protection, community-based marine management, invasive species prevention and control, and restoration of native species.

* Waste reduction: Reduce solid waste stream prior to disposal by 70 percent through source reduction, recycling and bioconversion. * Smart sustainable communities: Increase livability through planning and implementation at the state and county levels. * Green workforce and education: Increase local green jobs and education to implement these targets.

Source: Office of the Governor

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Mayor’s Office helps Moloka`i businesses renew expired credentials, access freight The Mayor’s Office of Economic Development recently announced that its Kuha‘o Business Center in Kaunakakai, Molokai has secured funding to bring a mobile Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) unit to Moloka‘i on August 26-28, 2014. The mobile unit will allow more than 140 transportation workers with expired credentials to apply for renewals of their TWIC cards.

TWIC cards are issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the U.S. Coast Guard; they are required for all workers who need unescorted access to secure areas of maritime facilities and vessels. All U.S. credentialed mariners are required to have a TWIC. On Moloka‘i, many business owners send employees to pick up freight in secured areas on a regular basis. Without these cards, businesses cannot retrieve supplies, products or other items that are vital to their operation.

The mobile unit will enable Moloka‘i residents to collectively save an estimated $60,000 in airfare as the only TWIC offices available for card renewals are on Maui and O‘ahu. Without the mobile TWIC unit, a single card renewal requires two round trips off-island: one to apply for the

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TWIC, and one to pick up the cards. The three-day visit by the mobile unit will allow all current TWIC card holders residing on Moloka‘i to renew their credentials on-island.

“Moloka‘i receives many deliveries through freight services at the harbor, and these cards are essential for doing business there,” said Mayor Alan Arakawa. “By bringing the TWIC unit here we can get these access cards out to the community quickly so that the flow of business is not delayed.

It may seem like a minor detail, but on Moloka‘i, this can make or break a local business.”

Maui County Councilmember Stacy Crivello said that “Moloka‘i appreciates the utilization of Maui County funds to bring TWIC enrollment and renewal services to our island for over 140 applicants. Support from the Office of Economic Development and the Maui County Council will provide an opportunity to assist Moloka‘i businesses and individuals to be in compliance with federal requirements.

More importantly, the onisland process will help curtail exorbitant costs and delays that may be incurred from off-island travel.”

The mobile TWIC unit will be coming to Moloka‘i August 26

to 28, 2014; an appointment is required to enroll or to renew an existing TWIC card. To schedule an appointment, call the Kuha‘o Center at (808) 553-8100.

The $5,000 cost of bringing the mobile TWIC unit to Moloka‘i is being paid for through the Moloka‘i Economic Development Fund. The cost of cards and renewals is paid for by the individuals or businesses applying for them. Applicants must arrive 15 minutes prior to their scheduled appointment, and must bring proper documentation with them.

Individuals who meet TWIC eligibility requirements will be issued a tamper-resistant credential containing the worker’s biometric (fingerprint template) to allow for a positive link between the card and the individual.

For more details on the costs and requirements for TWIC enrollments and renewals, visit www.tsa.gov/twic.

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Workshops at Maui County Business Resource Center announced for rest of August

The County of Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Development today announced its workshops for the month of July. Workshops are presented at the Maui County Business Resource Center, a County of Maui facility, located in the Maui Mall across Pizza Hut in Suite B-9. Seating for all workshops is limited, and all workshops are subject to change or cancellation.

entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in marketing and social media. She is presently a Marketing Strategist, Social Media Consultant and Trainer and is passionate about taking businesses from good to great through various marketing avenues.

The following workshops are available for the remaining month of August:

Tuesday, August 26, 2014 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. – (Q & A 1:00 – 1:30 p.m.)

How to Use Linkedin for Business

What is social media marketing and what do you need to know before you start using social media for business? Get the answers to these questions during this 1-hour class. Gain useful insights about Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest to help you decide which network is best for you. And, learn the two fundamental best practices for using social media for business marketing. Q & A session to follow. Danielle Miller is a social media marketer and small business enthusiast. Her marketing consulting company in Maui is on a mission to help independent business owners on use social media systems to

Instructor: Nico Fisher Wednesday, August 20, 2014 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. – (Q & A 1:15 – 1:30 p.m.)

Did you know that you can prospect and network online from your home or office?

Would you like to learn the easy steps to complete your Linkedin Profile or two reasons to use a Linkedin Company Page? If so, please come to this workshop presented by Nico Fisher. Nico is an energetic

Social Media Marketing 101 Instructor: Danielle Miller

build profitable relationships with customers.

SPECIAL EVENING WORKSHOP $45.00 PER SESSION: “Quickbooks for Small Businesses” by Richard Kehoe, CPA Hands-on computer training for beginners.

Thursday, August 28, 2014 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Learn to set up your company’s QuickBooks in a small class setting with personalized tutoring. This class is for new users and will teach you how to record sales, receive payments, prepare invoices and balance your checkbook. Get customized answers and schedule a followup appointment at no cost to discuss YOUR solutions.

Sponsored by SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) and presented by Richard Kehoe, CPA and lead SCORE counselor.

To reserve a seat, call the Maui County Business Resource Center at 873-8247. page 11

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MAPA’s Miss Saigon -- A Star is Born!

BY: PAUL JANES-BROWN

Photo by Jack Grace

Maui Academy of Performing Arts summer musical this year is Miss Saigon, the Claude Michel Schonberg and Alain Boublil reinterpretation of Puccini’s Madam Butterfly. It’s the same team that brought Les Miserables to the world.

A star is shining on the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Castle Theater stage as Kim in MAPA’s Broadway quality production of Miss Saigon. Sharon Zalsos, who has never acted before this performance, is giving one of the most emotionally wrenching performances I have seen in any musical or opera. Seldom have I gone on a journey such as this in a theater.

Be sure to bring something to wipe the tears from your eyes.

We know, long before Kim does, what she does not, but will find out and it is heartbreaking.

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could be like watching two trains on a collision course from a hillside, but in Sharon Zalsos’ hands it’s like being inside of her. She pulls the audience into her joy, dreams, love, pain and agony. BRAVISSIMA!

moments when the thirty-five member ensemble is in tableau, frozen while the attention goes to the principals. These are transcendent moments and then they are in motion engaged in day to day activities.

Kudos go to the great creative team that brought this amazing labor of love to life after nearly 3 months of rehearsal. David Johnston is a living artistic treasure. His vision is that of the true artist, ahead of all of us, but not so far that we can’t catch up when he shares it.

His partner in the creation of the amazing stage pictures captured by photographer Jack Grace, is Andre Morrisette, the choreographer.

Dan Hays has returned to provide some simple, but highly evocative set pieces that utilize the Castle Theater’s fly and wing space to excellent effect and Oh yes, did I mention the helicopter. Yes Virginia there is a helicopter. When it lands it rumbles throughout the theater and you feel it in your body.

Their names appear together in the program as “staging by” and this really describes their collaboration. Throughout the show there are stop action

Mr. Johnston does not interrupt the action with blackouts, his scenes transition into each other with beautiful precision giving them a dreamlike, dance quality and the audience a non-stop experience that with intermission is just shy of three hours. Some of this time

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was taken up by extended, enthusiastic applause by an appreciative packed house.

Another part of the creative team is MACC’s Tech Director, Mark Astrella, who has returned to his previous incarnation as a lighting designer for this production of Miss Saigon. His lighting is like another character in the show. It makes the sets come to life and enhances the characters’ work.

Finally, one has to recognize Gary Shinn-Leavitt for an outstanding job as musical director. Since this is an opera, yes, I said the “O” word, don’t run for the hills, opera is merely a play that is sung rather than spoken. There are 24 songs in this work, and most feature recitative, which is sung dialogue, that sets up arias, duets and trios. The choral and solo work is excellent especially the a’capella men’s chorus on “Bui Doi.” And the orchestra made this production thoroughly Broadway quality.

This scene, with the terrific tenor Neil Clevenger as John, opens the second act and it features a film of the children, obviously fathered by American soldiers, left behind in Vietnam.

If this doesn’t move you to tears, check your pulse, you may not be alive.

The character of the Engineer is like Goro the matchmaker in the Puccini opera. He is a conniving, selfish, materialistic, impresario who has a strong desire to go to America. Kepa CabanillaAricayos is the other star of this show. His voice is outstanding and his acting sure. Even when he returns from re-education at the hands of the triumphant people’s army, he is completely

Photo by Jack Grace

self-centered.

the rest of the show.

He owns one of the biggest show moments when he does “American Dream,” which features Playboy bunnies and chorus boys in top hat and tails with no shirts.

On opening night Herman “Trey” Andaya III played the part of Hapa son of Kim & Chris.

He shared the part with Caleb Ramon Muna Cargualaf.

As Kim’s love interest Chris, Rick Jones was less hateful than Pinkerton in Madame Butterfly.

He seems to really love Kim and when he learns he has a son returns with his real American bride Ellen played by the always wonderful Leighanna Locke.

As the betrothed of Kim Viet Cong, Thuy, Barry Kawakami demonstrated a powerful bass baritone voice and a frighteningly, believable, menacing presence.

Hoku Pavao, in the role of the lead girl in the Engineer’s Dreamland club didn’t have enough to do. She opened the show and her only solo on “The Movie in My Mind” showed off a set of pipes that were missed in

This was Katie Iannatello’s first big costume design gig and it was huge. The ensemble had up to 6 changes. There were hundreds of costumes and they all read well and looked like they came from the period. The show looks great.

Leave your head at the door and let this amazing spectacle and remarkable cast, take your heart on a journey Miss Saigon ends this weekend with performances at the MACC’s Castle Theater Friday and Saturday 7:30 PM and Sunday at 2. Call 242-SHOW (7469) or go to mauiarts.org for tickets. DON’T MISS IT!

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DID YOU KNOW THAT . . .?

BY: SIMONE C. POLAK 2. Are Podiatrists Board Certified?

IBy age 50, most Americans have logged 75,000 miles on their feet?

That is the number provided by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), along with the matter of fact observation that your feet need to last a lifetime. Our feet are generally very “forgiving” of much abuse we put them through, but as we grow older, all the abuse begins to start catching up with us. Most of us don’t really think preventatively about the health of our feet, rather, we” react” when the problems are starting to surface to the point where we cannot ignore it anymore, either where we suffer pain or visual manifestations of a foot ailment. Generally, only then do we seek consultation with a podiatrist.

The APMA numbers confirm this patters. While seventyseven (77) percent of Americans (that is 3 in 4 Americans) have suffered from a foot ailment, only thirty-six (36) percent have actually seen a podiatrist.

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The APMA has a YouTube channel where you can watch numerous videos - and since the APMA 2014 Annual Scientific Meeting was just held in Honolulu from July 24-27, there are even some videos which told the meeting participants the Hawaiian words for Heel, Toe, Friendship, Encore, Enjoy and Memories. They also have a few short, but very fascinating videos which are worth watching, dealing with common foot issues such as diabetes, bunions, neuropathy, tips for the right shoes for kids, tips for “healthy” flip flops, technological advances such as smart socks to identify foot problems, etc.

Podiatrists can earn board certification with advanced training, clinical experience, and by completing a comprehensive examination.

The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery provides certification for the specialty area of podiatric surgery, and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine is the certifying board for the specialty areas of podiatric orthopedics and primary podiatric medicine.

3. Free available informational materials about specific foot issues from the APMA’s website:

1. What is a podiatrist and what kind of education do they have?

A podiatrist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the foot, ankle, and related structures of the leg. A podiatrist completes four years of podiatric medical school, followed by three years of hospital residency training.

As of 2012, there were nine (9) podiatric medical schools in the United States. According to one of the top-ranked Podiatric Medical School, Barry University in Miami Florida, there is currently only one podiatrist for every 20,000 Americans and podiatry is one of the fastest growing professions.

Podiatrists can specialize in many fields, including podiatric surgery, podiatric orthopedics, podiatric sports medicine, podiatric wound care, podopediatrics, and podiatric diabetic care. Podiatrists hold a DPM degree which stands for Doctor of Podiatric Medicine.

While the AMPA has available a slew of information material, I want to highlight some materials that may be applicable to a large portion of the readership. * High Heels: In recognition of the fact that high heels are the #1 reason for foot pain, the APMA has a PDF infographic poster called “Well Heeled” which offers guidance of what to look for in high heeled shoes to prevent pain and common foot problems stemming from high heel shoes. * First Steps-Keeping Kids Feet Healthy and Happy: Covering Infancy, Toddler, Young Child and Pre-Teen stages, the APMA poster available as a PDF offers suggestions to ensure normal development and to place your child on “solid footing.” * Parental Podiatric Primer re Pediatric Footwear: This article provides a good overview of someof the challenges involved

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with proper footwear for children. It prompts parental awareness of looking at their child’s foot development with a keen eye and highlights some common podopediatric problems such as flexible flat foot as an example. * Diabetes by the Numbers: An infographic which highlights the prevalence of diabetes and notes that comprehensive foot care programs can reduce diabetes-related amputations by 45-85%.

4. Podiatrynetwork.com the Source for Foot Health Information.

Another excellent source of information about foot health, foot conditions, and locating podiatrists is available at www.podiatrynetwork.com.

The comprehensive health information web site is designed to provide the general public with health information relating to the lower extremities and is well-organized. You will find

short articles & commentaries on such conditions as athlete’s foot, blisters, ingrown toenails, bunions, corns & calluses, bone spurs, plantar fasciitis, arts, and fungal toenails, just to mention a few ailments you might be familiar with. Go have a read, these articles also offer recommendations for foot and shoe hygiene that you may not be familiar with. Have you ever heard of Steri-Shoe Ultraviolet Shoe Sanitizer? It is a patented product that is designed to sanitize the inside of shoes by using germicidal ultraviolet (UVC) light. It is apparently useful in avoiding infection or re-infection for athlete’s foot, fungal toenails, sweaty feet, and diabetes.

So be foot wise! Our feet are designed to carry us through 100K in our life time - provided we take care of them!

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DID YOU KNOW THAT…? Is a monthly column written by Simone C. Polak, a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in the Drug Unit at the Prosecutor’s office. A former NYC Emergency Medical Technician & medical/surgical technician in the Air Force Reserve, she has maintained an interest in medical developments, news, and advances, especially as they pertain to our daily lives. Any opinions expressed in these articles are her opinions and do not constitute those of her department or the County of Maui.

These articles are informational only, and are not intended as medical advice.

Mayor Arakawa and members of his cabinet answered questions from the community at their “County on Your Corner” booth at the 17th Annual First Hawaiian Bank Maui PrimeTime Wellness Fair on July 29, 2014.

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B & C Highlight: Council on Aging BY: LOIS WHITNEY The Fire and Public Safety Commission reviews the operations of the Department of Fire and Public Safety and the Civil Defense Agency and makes recommendations for changes that may help improve performance of emergency functions and public safety services. The Commission also receives and investigates complaints brought by the public regarding the conduct of the Department of Fire Control and Civil Defense Agency or any of its members and submits a written report of its findings and recommendations to the Fire Chief and Civil Defense Administrator for their disposition.

Highlights: Recent agenda items include an update on the Brush Fire Task Force, reports on fire station

inspections, and highlights from Maui Fire Department including personnel interviews and promotions, funding for a rescue boat replacement and a proposal for CDBG funding for a Molokai tanker.

3/31/2017

Members of the Fire and Public Safety Commission:

• Archie Kalepa (Lahaina) 3/31/2019

• William Soares - Chair (Lahaina) 3/31/2016

Additional Info:

• Allen Souza - Vice Chair (Kahului) 3/31/2016 • Ryan Joslin (Kihei) 3/31/2015 • Gwen Ohashi Hiraga (Wailuku) 3/31/2015 • Patrick Borge (Paia) 3/31/2017 •

Doreen Gomes (Kula)

• Robyne Nishida Nakao 3/31/2018 • Charles Hirata (Wailuku) 3/31/2019

Supporting Department: Department of Fire & Public Safety Ph. 270-7898 Note: This column will feature a County board, commission or committee each month, as well as announcements and recent member changes. Chairs are encouraged to submit items for this column to Lois.Whitney@ mauicounty.gov.

County Kitchen CURRIED TURKEY, APPLE & CRANBERRY LETTUCE WRAPS

by Sarah Shim 3-4 cups cubed or shredded cooked turkey meat or chicken ½ cup diced celery /3- ½ cup dried cranberries 1 large apple, cored and diced 1 6 oz. tub plain non- fat yogurt 1 bunch Romaine lettuce for wrap 2 – 3 tsp Thai style red curry paste, or Indian style curry powder

Serves 4-6 Notes for substitutes:

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Use Mayonnaise instead of yogurt. Use Bibb lettuce or Manoa lettuce for wraps. Use soft shell flour taco wrap.

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Kupaianaha “Blessings of Life” BY: TIFFANY IIDA We are each so fortunate to have such wonderful people in our lives, friends, co-workers, loved ones that play a significant part and are important to us. Our lives would certainly not be the same without them. The High Street Journal wishes to share our employees’ good news, be able to get to know each other better and spread these small, but precious joys that add spark to our lives.

This section of our newsletter is your place….to share special moments – whether big or small – and give those well-deserved “ho’omaika’i” to these people in your life. It’s your stories to share your own special moment or that of someone special to you, to express gratitude, praise and/or share the simple but abundant joy it has brought to your life, that which is truly the blessings of life! Please enjoy the following submissions as written and provided by your fellow employees of the County.

pink and lime green, with a hint of blue. Subsequently, on July 3, 2014, baby Audriana Stockwell was born at Maui Memorial Medical Center.

Congratulations to Jon, Kari and big sister Sophia (who celebrated her 5th birthday on August 8, 2014).

Jo on & Kari Sto ockwell

On June 20, 2014, Seiko Machida, Appraiser IV, Real Property Assessment Division, Department of Finance organized a baby shower for Jon and Kari Stockwell, Appraiser IV, Real Property Assessment Division, Department of Finance. The color theme of the shower was

On July 1, 2014, Richie Kaya, Information Systems Analyst V, Information Technology Services Division, Department of Management retired from the County of Maui after 23 years of service. The Division celebrated with Richie and his wife Helene at a luncheon at Kahili Restaurant on June 27th. Richie says his wife has lengthened his “Honey-do” list and they are planning on spending more time with their grandchildren.

The Real Property Assessment Division of the Department of

Kari Sto ockw well wit ith h La Laur uren e Ara aka aw wa a, Ashley How ward d, Ros oseb ebellla Baclaan n, and Van nesssa Riba b o

Finance celebrated their June babies with a gathering and serving yummy birthday cake (white cake with raspberry filling and buttercream frosting.

Happy belated birthday to the June babies (Wesley Yoshioka, Appraiser IV - June 4, Nancy Swienton, GIS Analyst V - June 9, Joshua Poouahi, Appraiser V - June 9, James ‘Kimo’ Kurokawa, Appraiser III - June 15, Lewis dela Cruz, Appraiser IV - June 20). Pictured above left to right, James ‘Kimo’ Kurokawa, Wesley Yoshioka,

Rich hie Kaya witth co-w work kerrs frrom m th he Inf n orrma atio on Tech hno ology Service es Diiviision and hiis familly

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Lewis dela Cruz, and Joshua Poouahi. Missing is Nancy Swienton.

Kathy Tanaka, Secretary, Information Technology Services Division, Department of Management would like to recognize and congratulate her son, Corey Tanaka, who earned placement on the Gonzaga University’s Dean’s List for the Spring 2014 semester. Corey will be starting his third year at Gonzaga University this coming fall and is majoring in Communications with a minor in Broadcast and Electronic Media with a focus on Leadership. Corey, in his freshman year was selected to the Comprehensive Leadership Program (CLP). The CLP is a three-year initiative designed to offer students curricular and co-curricular learning opportunities to develop knowledge and skills for leadership. Gonzaga University is located in Spokane, Washington. Congratulations Corey and good luck in your upcoming school year!

Tamm my Tuno oa witth siisste er Triixy Tun noa a

Congratulations to Tammy Tunoa, DMVL service representative II who was recognized as the outstanding DMV employee for the 1st quarter of 2014.

Congratulations Tammy!

Cambriie & Bria a Naho`o oikaiika

Office. Cambrie received the title of Tiny Miss Keiki Aloha Maui, and Bria placed 4th Runner-Up in the Baby Miss Keiki Aloha Maui Division of the 2014 Miss/Mr. Keiki Aloha Maui Pageant that was held on July 12, 2014. We would like to give a round of applause to these two gorgeous and bright girls.

Looking forward to many more articles of accomplishments that you both receive.

Caro ol Krue eger

Jo on Gushik ken

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On July 2, 2014, The Real Property Assessment Division celebrated the birthday of Jon Gushiken, Geographic Information System Analyst III, Department of Finance. Being the shy, unassuming person he is, Jon reluctantly took a very bashful bday photo. HAPPY BIRTHDAY KING JON!!!

Deanna Thyssen, Secretary to the Director of the Department of Finance would like to recognize Carol Krueger, DMVL Service Representative II, Department of Finance for being chosen as the DMVL employee for our 2nd quarter in 2014. Carol works at the front line of our Kahului Service Center. Once again Congratulations and Thank You for your excellent customer service and awesome work ethics.

Congratulations to Cambrie and Bria Naho‘oikaika DeCambra, daughters of Pili Naho‘oikaika of the Budget

Mind dy San nto os

Congratulations to Mindy Santos, who won the title of “2014 Overall 4H and Master Showman”, at the recent 62nd Annual 4-H Livestock Show and Auction held at the UpCountry Farm and Ag Fair in beautiful Makawao.

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Mindy is the daughter of Mike (Public Works –Makawao Refuse Division and also an Executive Board member and a long time volunteer of the program) and Margie Santos (Dept. of Human Concerns – Immigration Services.

The annual 4-H Livestock Show was a huge success due to support from many businesses and individuals. Mahalo to two employee’s from the Dept. of Water Supply – Field Operations Division; Charlene Sakamoto, President of the Maui 4-H Livestock Association, and Louis Cambra, Executive Board Member with over 20 years of volunteer services to this awesome program.

upon it, and create landmarks for responders, giving the responder a bearing of where they are within a numbering system.

“The importance of this project is, without a doubt, saving a life. The following statement says it all, ‘if we can’t find you, we can’t help you.’ I continue to volunteer my time promoting this worthy cause and spend my own money to make it all happen,” said Gale.

Honolulu’s Rodney Villanueva, and DHHC/Kaunoa employee Kathy Mayo, better known as Kathy “Tita” Collins. Tickets are available through the MACC by visiting www.mauiarts.org or by calling 242-SHOW, and are sure to sell out, so get yours now!

For more information, visit findus911maui.com.

Chie ef Ya Yabu uta a & May yor Ara akawa a

Congratulations to Risk Management’s SeaRay Beltran who completed the Honu 70.3 Half Ironman World Championship, a qualifier for the Kona Ironman Championship. The event consisted of a 1.2 mile swim, 56-mile bike ride, and 13.1-mile run.

Congratulations to Gale Notestone, Fire Captain of the Hana Fire Station, on initiating a new reflective address sign project entitled “Find Us 911 - Maui” to assist emergency services in locating an incident when it happens. It is the only project in Maui County that is endorsed by 5 local agencies -- Maui Police Department, Department of Fire & Public Safety, Maui Paramedics Association, Maui County Civil Defense, and the Department of Public Works.

The amazing Willie K is producing a comedy showcase at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Thursday, August 28, featuring 4 local comedians. “2 Queens and 2 Jacks” will feature Alaka’i Paleka, Francis Tau’a,

According to Gale, delays in response occur due to inadequate address identification or numbering.

Gale’s signs are like a “beacon in the night” that display the numbers when light is shown

SeaR Ray y Be elttra an

Congratulations to Police Chief Gary Yabuta on his retirement from the Maui Police Department.

An Unveiling and Retiring of Flag Ceremony was held in honor of Chief Yabuta on July 30.

Chief Yabuta will be taking on employment at the federal level as director for the Hawaii High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas program in Honolulu. In his new capacity with the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas program, he will provide assistance to federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies operating in areas determined to be critical drug-trafficking regions of the United States.

Congratulations and best wishes, Chief Yabuta!

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Photo Gallery A photo-essay of activities in the County

WANTED: Your best shots for the County’s Photo Gallery Want to submit a photo of a County event or employee at work? Email your photo for consideration to lynn.araki-regan@ mauicounty.gov.

Caption info must include name and title of each person whose face appears in the photo.

Mayor Alan Arakawa and members of the Maui County Council present a $50,000 check to Maui High School Band Booster Club to help defray expenses for Maui High School’s marching band’s upcoming trip to the Rose Parade.

Mayor Alan Arakawa delivers the Keynote Address at the Maui Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Luncheon Meeting with the Mayor held in the Nahele Banquet Room of the Kahili Golf Course.

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An Unveiling and Retiring of Flag Ceremony was held in honor of Chief Yabuta on July 30.

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More Photos . . .

Corporation Counsel Patrick Wong, Environmental Management Director Kyle Ginoza, and Managing Director Keith Regan at a graduation party held at Kihei Community Center.

Mayors Alan Arakawa & Bernard Cravalho & State Senator J. Kalani English pledge to work together to reach ambitious goals to address renewable energy, natural resources and environment, local food production waste reduction, and green jobs and building.

Department of Environmental Management’s Sharon Zalsos with her friends after the opening show of “Miss Saigon.”

Personnel from the Department of Human Concerns distribute brochures and answer questions at the 17th Annual First Hawaiian Bank Maui PrimeTime Wellness Fair on July 29, 2014.

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Stop Meeting Madness: How to Plan and Facilitate Saner Meetings Presented by the County of Maui, Department of Housing and Human Concerns, Volunteer Center

Wednesday | September 17 | 9 a.m. –4 p.m.; Registration at 8:30 a.m.

Registration Deadline: Friday, September 12 Location:Courtyard Maui Kahalui Airport, 532 Keolani Place, Kahului, HI 96732 Want to stop the “meeting madness”? Join us for this free session designed for volunteer leaders who want to learn how to plan and facilitate successful meetings for the organizations they serve.

Participants will learn tools and techniques including:  Agenda design and working with ground rules  Engaging participation and getting to decisions  Encouraging accountability (follow‐up/implementation)  Dealing with difficult situations/ meeting participants

Participants will have a chance to practice skills hands‐on during the training session.

Presenters Jennifer Cornish Creed is the director of Member & Professional Development at the Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations, the state association of nonprofits in Hawaii. Jennifer has worked with the nonprofit sector for over 20 years. She has conducted numerous workshops in areas of best practices for nonprofits regularly provides a wide‐range of technical assistance and consulting services to nonprofit organizations statewide, from start‐ups to established organizations. She is an experienced facilitator.

Lily Bloom Domingo is the principal of CommUnity Works, LLC. Lily has 30 years of specialized experience in training, planning and facilitation to a broad range of nonprofit, government and for‐profit organizations. Lily is widely recognized for her expertise in facilitating complex conversations that build shared agreements and enable groups to move toward their preferred future. She also has advanced training in Collaborative Leadership, Appreciative Inquiry, Outcomes Design and Implementation, and Qualitative Research Methods.

This workshop is FREE and includes continental breakfast, lunch and fun door prizes!

To register, please email your name, organization and phone number to Wendy Stebbins, Volunteer Center Coordinator, at wendy.stebbins@co.maui.hi.us, subject line “Saner Meetings.”