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SAKAMOTO POOL RENOVATED, OPEN TO PUBLIC
MAUI COUNTY RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF HAWAII’S HEALTHIEST EMPLOYERS Award to be presented to Mayor’s Office for second consecutive year
SUPERVISOR, MANAGER ACADEMY A SUCCESS Personnel Services & Mayor’s Office’s collaborate, provide training
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CONTENTS Message from the Mayor.................................................................................... 3
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Happenings at the County ............................................................................. 4
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Mayor’s Office recognized for health & wellness programs ............... 6
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Supervisor, Manager Academy to help employees succeed.............................. 8 MPD acquires “Bearcat” armored vehicle.................................................... 9
PUBLISHER / EDITOR Lynn Araki-Regan
Funding recipients selected for “Made in Hawaii” Product Show..... 10
EDITORIAL COORDINATORS Lois Whitney Tiffany Iida Herman Andaya, Jr. Rod Antone
Elder Abuse Awareness - ensuring our kupuna are treated with dignity....................................................................................................................... 11
PHOTO COORDINATOR Ryan Piros
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training in Pukalani.................................................................................................................... 12 Small Business Revitalization Grant Program announced................... 13
CONTRIBUTORS Dana Acosta Mayor Alan Arakawa Karen Arakawa John Buck Tamara Caballero Dana Acosta SeaRay Beltran Charnan Carroll Anna Foust Jennifer Hawkins Dee Dee Thyssen Geri Onaga Karin Phaneuf Teena Rasmussen Jan Roberson Tara Sabado Dena Sato Sarah Shim Dianne Shimizu Wendy Stebbins Ronald Steben Cheryl Sterling Jacky Takakura Jo-Anne Tanaka Jamie Wakamatsu Kit Zulueta
IMAGINE! Lahaina’s History to be showcased at Celebrate Historic Lahaina events.......................................................................................14 July workshops at Maui County Business Resource Center announced.............................................................................................................. 16 Lt. Governor, Mayor Sign Lease for Use of Office..................................... 17 Kupaianaha (“Blessings of Life”)..................................................................... 18 Parks Survey online.............................................................................................. 20 ONABEN conducts free business training in Moloka`i.......................... 21 Wildfires: Getting Prepared and Protecting Your Home...................... 23 Adaptive kayak event held in June............................................................... 24 County Kitchen.................................................................................................... 24 Sakamoto Pool reopens; War Memorial Stadium & Hana Ball Park Courts to be repaired.......................................................................................... 25 Kulia I Ka Nu`u (“Strive to Reach the Summit”) ........................................ 26 Council Members attend the annual HSAC Conference on Kauai... 27 Photo Gallery ......................................................................................................... 28
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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR Aloha everyone, I was at the U.S. Conference of Mayors last month and managed to hear a speech by Vice-President Joe Biden. There were about 600 of us gathered at the Climate Protection Awards Luncheon when he talked about how it was small government that helped to get our economy out of basement and back on track. “The cities continue to be the driving force of this nation,” he said. This is true because municipal government has so much to do on a daily basis that we have to make due with what we have. No matter what trash needs to be picked up, fires fought and sewer and water utilities provided. You make the budgets work because you have to make them work. That is something that rarely happens in Washington D.C. There they have the luxury of endless debate and legislative gridlock. There are times when the administration and the council will argue of course, but sooner or later we come to an agreement because we have to. We can’t afford to bicker too long because there’s work to do, and the clock is ticking. “The cities are leading the way,” Biden said. “I’m not being nice to you all. I’m not being polite. The fact of the matter is, the cities are leading the way.” It was good to hear that the Vice-President recognized this. The economy might have slowed down but Maui County and the rest of the counties and cities across the nation kept going. Thanks to all of you for your hard work. Have a great Fourth of July holiday this week and please stay safe. Mahalo.
NACo’s 78th Annual Conference and Exposition will be held in Tarrant County, Forth Worth, Texas this month. The annual conference provides an opportunity for members to vote on NACo’s policies related to federal legislation and regulation; elect officers; network with colleagues; learn about innovative county programs; find out about issues impacting
counties across the country; and view products and services from participating companies and exhibitors.
the County Council to support this position and urge the President and Congress to preserve the current tax-exempt status.
One hot topic at the conference will be NACo’s stance on protecting the tax-exempt status of municipal bonds. Councilmember Riki Hokama, Second Vice President of NACo, has proposed a resolution to
For more information about the conference and its guest speakers, please visit www.NACo.org. page 3
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GRAND OPENING FOR LAHAINA DMVL OFFICE HELD The Division of Motor Vehicles & Licensing recently held a grand opening of its newly relocated Lahaina Satellite Office. The Lahaina Satellite Office is located at 335 Keawe Street, Suite 209. Customers with questions may call the DMVL Call Center at 270-7363.
ULUA BEACH ACCESS CLOSED FOR FORCE MAIN REPLACEMENT The drop-off and parking areas at Ulua Beach have been closed due to force main repairs. The beach remains open for public use.
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Ulua Beach is located off Wailea Alanui Drive, where work continues on a force main replacement involving excavation, pipe and manhole installation as well as road pavement. The area was scheduled to reopen at the end of June; however, delays in the delivery of a valve have pushed back the beach access closure. The area is now scheduled to reopen July 22, 2013.
The access closure has been coordinated with the Department of Parks and Recreation, and affected vendors with Commercial Ocean Recreation Activities (CORA) permits have been notified. For more information about the access closure, please contact project manager Joanie Gushiken at 270-1763.
COUNTY’S DOUBLE-DECKER BUS PLACED IN SERVICE The Maui County Department of Transportation’s new double-decker bus was recently placed into public service as part of the official Maui Bus fleet. The double-decker bus services the Kihei Islander #2 route. Bus fares for the doubledecker will be the same as those for all other buses that are part of the Maui Bus fleet ($2 per single boarding or $4 per day).
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story, music and hula. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Call Kaunoa at 2707308 for more information and to register. JULY’S “COUNTY ON YOUR CORNER” TO BE HELD IN PUKALANI Mayor Alan Arakawa’s next County on Your Corner event will be held on Saturday, July 20, from noon to 2 p.m. at Pukalani Superette.
The bus was purchased, used, for $378,362 and can carry about 90 passengers, which is double the amount of an average bus. The doubledecker bus was selected for the Kihei Islander route to help accommodate the large number of residents and visitors who use the Maui Bus to travel between Central and South Maui on a daily basis.
KAUNOA PRESENTS KEALI’I REICHEL Keali’i Reichel will be featured in Kumu Sessions on Thursday, July 25 and you are invited! There are two sessions to choose from, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. OR 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. and a catered Hawaiian plate will be available 1 hour prior to the start of each session. This is a unique opportunity to experience up-close and personal Hawai’i’s award-
Mayor Arakawa and Managing Director Keith Regan have extended an invitation to the members of the Maui County Council as well as his cabinet members to join them in greeting the public and answering any questions that constituents may have. HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO ON JULY 13
winning kumu hula, chanter and world-renowned recording artist through talk-
The first Annual Interactive Health & Fitness Expo will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at the Maui Preparatory Academy in Napili. The event, which will be held from 8 a.m. to noon, is being hosted by the Soroptimist International of West Maui in partnership with the Volunteer Center. The Interactive Health and Fitness Expo is a friendly, fun, family event featuring fitness and cooking demonstrations, healthy vendors, youth obstacle course with slip’n slide, health screenings, mile walk, cross fitness challenge and more. For more information, call Wendy Stebbins, County of Maui, Volunteer Coordinator at 270-7150.
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Mayor’s Office Recognized for Health and Wellness Programs by John Buck Photos by Ryan Piros
ounty of Maui’s Office of the C Mayor was selected for the second year in a row as one of ‘Pacific Business News’ (PBN) 2013 Healthiest Employers in the large company category (200+ employees). The innovative national awards program was created to recognize companies that are committed to creating a healthy workplace while proactively shaping the health of their employees.
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times. Not feeling well because of the pain or discomfort their chronic disease inflicts on them, they are challenged in providing the service that our constituents expect.
lenges you may be faced with and teaches proactive steps to manage health.
While attending a Better Choices Better Health workshop, you will be taught skills so you can If you are one of them who is live a better life, which include; sick and tired of being sick and Action Planning (setting weekly tired and want to take control of goals), Accountability, Problem your situation and is determined Solving, Brainstorming, Relaxnot let your chronic disease ation Techniques, Healthy Eattake control your life, then you ing, Decision Making, Managing should check out Better Choices Sleep and Stress, Managing The health and wellness profor Better Health. This is a Medications, Exercise Routine, grams such as ‘Walking on program that was developed by Communicating with Family Wednesdays,” health fairs, fitness Stanford University and is proand Health Providers, along with classes were created to help vided by the Maui County Office other skills. Some of these skills employees improve their qualon Aging and various partners. can also be applied to everyday ity of life. Our quality of life is It should be noted, even though life and not just managing your important to us all. the program is provided by the chronic health condition. Maui County Office on Aging, it Maui County is blessed with is open to all adults. What can be said about Better dedicated employees who proChoices Better Health? First vide exemplarily service to our You may ask, “What is Better off, it is not an exercise proconstituents. With some of our Choices Better Health?” It is a six gram. There is no guesswork employees who are providing week evidence based workshop in the workshop. Because of excellent service are doing it de- that is focused on you. You are the interaction of leaders and spite the fact that they are faced provided with the necessary participants, it is not boring. It daily with their own challenges self-management tools that is definitely not like school, for due to some sort of Chronic help you reduce symptoms so there is no pure lecture. The Disease. Their chronic disease you can feel better and enjoy program is not expensive so it is could include severe arthritis, life. affordable, especially those with dealing with the effects of cana limited income. cer, diabetes, heart conditions, The workshops are dynamic, inCOPD, asthma and other chronic teractive and fun that are faciliBetter Choices Better Health health conditions. For them, tated by dedicated community is an evidence based program just getting out of bed in the members. The workshop teach- developed by Stanford Unimorning, much less having to es practical life-management versity with strict fidelity stango to work can be unbearable at skills, offers support for the chal- dards that must be complied
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to. The program provided by Maui County Office on Aging is proud of the fact that it has the highest fidelity standards in the state. Evidence have shown that program participants have experienced positive outcomes such as; Increases in Health Behaviors, Positive Changes in Health, Increased Confidence, Better Communication with Health Providers, Fewer Visits to Physicians, Expanded Support Network and More Energy and Less Fatigue. Participants are experiencing a better quality of life and now have better controls without their chronic disease controlling their lives. Some of the logistics for a Better Choices Better Health are; you meet once a week for 2.5 hours over a 6 week period, same time and day of the week. The proemployees receive health and wellness information at a Workplace gram is conducted by individu- County Wellness Fair held outside of the Kalana O Maui building. als who have taken the workshop before and have received training to be a Lay Leader. This and knowledge they will receive program is offered on all three during the workshop, each If you are one of those who feel islands of Maui County. The participant will receive a copy that your chronic health condiprogram is open to all adults of “Living a Healthy Life with tion is controlling your life or and there are usually 12 to 14 Chronic Conditions”, which is you need help in making better participants per workshop. The loaded with a wealth of inforchoices for better health, check program is affordable, costing mation. Participants will also out the Better Choices Better $10.00 for any person over the receive a relaxation CD to help Health program with the Maui age of 60. For those who are them practice their relaxation County Office on Aging. There under the age of 60, the cost skills. will be workshops starting soon will be $35.00. Besides the skills for you to take advantage of. One of the visions for this program is to have it part of the County of Maui’s Healthy Workplace Initiative. The ultimate goal would be to offer the workshops to County Employees during working hours. It is hoped that the end result would be having employees who are feeling good about themselves and their life so they will be able to provide a better service to the constituents they serve.
Managing Director Keith Regan is pictured with County employees at one of his weekly Walking on Wednesdays held in Kahului.
Editor’s Note: John Buck is one of the original Master Trainers for the Better Choices Better Health Program. He was certified by Stanford University along with Jo Reyes from Maui County Office on Aging.
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Supervisor, Manager Academy to help employees succeed By Geri Onaga Photos by Lois Whitney
Twenty three supervisors were recognized at a graduation ceremony hosted by the Office of the Mayor and the Department of Personnel Services on May 31. Also pictured are Mayor Alan Arakawa and Councilmember Elle Cochran.
he Supervisor & Manager Tcollaborative Training Academy is a effort between
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various departments and outside agencies which specialize in subject matter areas pertinent to help County of Maui employees succeed in their roles as supervisors and managers. The 50+ hour program consists of fifteen classes considered essential to support them in their duties, as well as classes based on assigned duties and expectations. The program begins with an introductory class featuring presentations by Robin Tanaka, former Kaunoa Senior Services Administrator, Kyle Ginoza, Director of the Department of Environmental Management, and David Taylor, Director of the Department of
Water Supply. Some of the classes being offered as part of the core component of the program include: Role of the Supervisor, Labor Relations, HR (Human Resources) Concepts, Managing Employee Performance using the new Performance Appraisal System, Ethics & Open Records Law, Purchasing Essentials, Interviewing Basics & EEO, Injury/Safety Management, Understanding Worker’s Compensation and T.D.I., and Understanding and Appreciating Generations in the Workplace, (e.g., how to successfully manage the different values and paradigms of the various generations in the workplace) .
Future skills training for managers will include Understanding Budgeting & Financial Terms & Processes, Business Writing Skills for Managers, and Effective Public Speaking for those whose duties require them to speak before boards or commissions, at public hearings or before the County Council. The program hopes to meet the needs of employees who possess good technical abilities and have been promoted into supervisor/manager positions as well as those more seasoned supervisors who want to brush up on their managerial skills. Twenty-three supervisors were recognized at a graduation ceremony hosted by the
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Office of the Mayor and the Department of Personnel Services for successfully meeting graduation requirements, (completing thirteen of the fifteen required classes). The honorees included: Bill Conant of the Dept. Of Management, Sheila Bio, Leticia Hedani and Karen Montalvo of the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney, Jeffery DeRego, Patrick Medeiros, Francis Kaauamo, Calvin Pico, Roback Kawaiaea, Earle-Ray Kukahiko, Jack McCormack, Robbie Sanches, Eugene Tihada and Eric Yamashige of the Department of Public Works, Cynthia Razo of the Department of Personnel Services, Robert Halvorson, Jan Inouye-Ogata, Richard Landry and Duke Sevilla of the Department of Parks and Recreation, Colin Yamamoto of the Department of Fire and Public Safety, Edna Manzano, Charlene Sakamoto and Pamela Pogue of the Department of Water Supply. Ten of these individuals completed all fifteen classes including Bill Conant, Sheila Bio, Karen Montalvo,
Ten individuals were recognized for completing all of the academy’s 15 classes totaling over 50 hours of training. They are Bill Conant, Sheila Bio, Karen Montalvo, Calvin Pico, Earle-Ray Kukahiko, Robbie Sanches, Eugene Tihada, Duke Sevilla, Pamela Pogue, and Colin Yamamoto.
Calvin Pico, Earle-Ray Kukahiko, Robbie Sanches, Eugene Tihada, Duke Sevilla, Pamela Pogue, and Colin Yamamoto. The second round of the academy started this past January and is expected to finish in August. Interested employees may enroll in the
ongoing series or request being wait listed for the next offering of classes by contacting Geri Onaga or Donna Evans at DPS. Please follow your department’s normal procedure for requesting participation in training classes and stay tuned for more information regarding this exciting new venture!
MPD acquires “Bearcat” armored vehicle By Lois Whitney
The Maui County Police Department has acquired a Lenco “Bearcat” armored vehicle. The Bearcat is a stateof-the-art armored vehicle that will provide the Maui Police Department’s Special Response Team (SRT) with armored protection and tactical capabilities during high-risk operations. The Bearcat provides superior armored protection with the ability to repel a.50-caliber projectile, as well as superior
maneuverability and loadcarrying capacity. This vehicle will help ensure the safety of our officers and the citizens of Maui County,” Mayor Arakawa said. “I would like to thank the County Council for their support in acquiring this equipment, and the officers of the SRT who put their lives on the line for the sake of our community each day.” Police Chief Gary Yabuta noted that the vehicle is the latest of its kind in the state, and will
provide a critical element of safety during operations that would have previously put officers in harm’s way. “The men and women of the Maui Police Department are very appreciative of the Mayor, his staff and the Maui County Council for this assistance with the acquisition of the Bearcat Armored vehicle. This vehicle not only provides greater protection and tactical advantage for our officers, it makes Maui County a safer
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Funding recipients selected for “Made in Hawaii” Product Show The County of Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Development and INNOVATE Hawaii recently announced the winners for locally-made product companies in Maui County to exhibit at the Made in Hawaii Festival. The festival will be held August 16-18, 2013 at the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall & Arena on Oahu. The festival is a three-day showcase of “Made in Hawaii” products including food, books, art, gifts, fashions, plants, crafts, produce and more. The festival provides high visibility to producers of local products. This year marks the 19th annual festival and is expected to be another record year for attendance. “Maui is filled with innovative businesses that have the ability to take their products to a larger market,” said Mayor Alan Arakawa. “We are pleased that this program will assist them in expanding their market and ultimately create more jobs here in our county.” This year the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development (OED) and INNOVATE Hawaii are pleased to offer assistance to the following companies, which will receive free booth space and/or a stipend to offset travel expenses: * * * * * * * * * * page 10
Adoboloco Aloha Botanicals Maui D’Rae Designs Lako Kula Designs Maui Bling by Deneen Maui’s Dee-Lites Maui Dog Treats Maui Upcountry Jams & Jellies Maui Preserved Patticakes Bakery
Each of these items is one of a kind, decorated by hand on Maui with Swarovski Crystals By Deneen Sakugawa. Her company was one of the companies recently selected to receive free booth space and/or a stipend for the Made in Hawaii
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P*sters Sweet Paradise Chocolatier 808 Clothing Inc. Kalapaki Girl (Molokai) Kupu A’e (Molokai) Art Beads Maui (Molokai)
“We are pleased to partner with INNOVATE Hawaii to assist these local companies to participate in this well attended show, said Teena Rasmussen, Director of the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development. “Approximately 38,000 people attend and are ready to buy. In addition, there are many retail buyers and distributors who come to find new products. We have selected a talented and diverse set of businesses to represent products made on Maui, and we are especially happy to see three companies from Molokai
be selected.” Mark Ausbeck, of INNOVATE Hawaii, noted that the Made In Hawaii Festival is a great way for companies to gain market exposure and test new products with much lower risk and expense than trying to reach individual customers directly. “Exhibitors often establish longterm customer relationships at these events and secure recurring orders,” Ausbeck said. “We are excited to partner with Maui County to help companies showcase their products at this great event.”
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Elder Abuse Awareness - ensuring our kupuna are treated with dignity By Jan Roberson, MPA Aging and Disability Services Specialist Photo by Robin Pilus
he County of Maui Ta booklet has published to help promote elder abuse awareness. The 16-page color booklet is divided into two sections. The first part describes elder abuse and its many forms, from physical and emotional abuse, to self neglect, neglect from caregivers, and financial exploitation. This section also gives numbers to call for help.
Awareness Month, which is recognized nationally each year during the month of June, MCOA/ADRC published two full page ads in the Maui News, and began running a paid online banner on the Maui News website. An ongoing public service announcement also began running last month on Akaku, Maui Community Television on Channel 54. MCOA/ADRC produced the booklet in collaboration with the State Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and the State Department of Human Services, Adult Protective Services division. Funding was provided by the Hawaii State Department of Health, Executive Office on Aging.
The last section of the booklet features programs and services available in Maui County to help caregivers relieve stress, prevent burnout and learn self care, including Kupuna Care services such as home-delivered The picture of healthy aging, Lana and Jose Queddeng of Keokea took advantage of the Maui County Office on meals, assisted Aging’s Better Choices, Better Health (BCBH) program and transportation, adult now enjoy a healthier lifestyle. BCBH can help caregivers days care and personal learn to manage their own chronic conditions and prevent care. Programs available caregiver burnout. Copies of the Elder to help family caregivers Abuse Awareness include Powerful Tools booklet are available by disappeared and his decisions for Caregivers, EnhanceFitness, calling 270-7774, or stopping by are no longer his to make. and Better Choices, Better the Offi ce on Aging office at the The film is available for local Health. J. Walter Cameron Center. agencies, schools and churches upon request. The Maui County Office on To find out more about Aging, Aging and Disability services and programs to “Our goal is to educate folks Resource Center (MCOA/ADRC) reduce caregiver stress and about this issue and offer also has released the film of a burnout, call MCOA/ADRC at assistance through our many locally produced theatrical play programs and services,” said 270-7774, email MCOA.ADRC@ that educates the community Deborah Arendale, Maui County mauicounty.gov, or visit the on the various forms of elder web at www.mauicountyadrc. Executive on Aging, “so our abuse. The film, Koi, Like the org. From neighbor islands, call frail older adults can live with Fish, tells the tale of Koi, a 643-ADRC (2372) toll free. dignity, free from harm.” man struggling to keep his dignity when his choices have To observe Elder Abuse
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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training in Pukalani
CERT Volunteers teaching Mayor Arakawa and Exec. Secretary to the Managing Director Tiffany Iida the cribbing and shoring technique.
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hile we look forward to the summer months, seasonal hazards can threaten our homes and lives. Dry brush and high winds can turn a spark into a fast moving fire. Tropical storms formed in the Pacific Ocean are more likely to become hurricanes. Any disaster is unexpected and will disrupt lives. Preparation for the unexpected helps people take a level of control over their own safety, reduces anxiety, and provides the possibility of resuming a normal life more quickly following a disaster.
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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training educates people about hazards and trains
them in basic disaster response skills such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations. When disasters happen, CERT members give critical support to professional first responders by providing immediate assistance to victims at a disaster site. CERT Training is free to Maui residents. The 30-hour course is taught over several days, consisting of classroom instruction and field exercises. CERT is sponsored by Maui Civil Defense Agency and taught by Maui Fire Department instructors. CERT training is open to people of all abilities, age 18 and older, no
previous experience needed. Ages 14-17 may attend with a parent or legal guardian. Upcountry classes are being held at King Kekaulike High School at the following dates and times: 7/15 Monday 5:30-9:30 p.m. 7/18 Thursday 5:30-9:30 p.m. 7/20 Saturday 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 7/22 Monday 5:30-9:30 p.m. 7/25 Thursday 5:30-9:30 p.m. 7/27 Saturday 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. To register, contact Maui Civil Defense at 270-7285 or email cert@ mauicounty.gov.
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Small Business Revitalization Grant Program announced
Molokai Council Member Stacy Crivello and Mayor Alan Arakawa discuss Molokai issues with constituents.
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he Mayor’s Office of Economic Development (OED) has announced a new grant assistance program designed for small businesses in the rural communities of Hana, Molokai, and Lanai. The program, called “Small Business Revitalization,” is designed to assist small businesses with fewer than 10 employees who do business in these rural communities. Lokahi Pacific has been selected to manage the grant program. The grants may be used for new equipment, renovation, websites, marketing materials or other purposes that will help the businesses grow, prosper and create jobs. The grant program is a 40/60 match grant that awards $60 for every $40 contributed by grant recipients; grant awards will range from $500 to $5,000. Non-profit entities will not be eligible for this program. The selection of grantees will be made by a representative from a bank in each community, along with a representative from both OED and Lokahi Pacific.
“Hana and Molokai have been identified as the areas hardest hit in their ability to recover from the economic downturn of the past few years,” Mayor Alan Arakawa noted. “Businesses on Lanai now have a new set of opportunities with the island being under new ownership, but may not have the much-needed cash to ramp up their businesses. This program is innovative because it allows applicants in all of these rural areas to determine exactly what they need in their business, and gives them a great opportunity and low-cost way to make it happen.” Molokai Council member Stacy Crivello said that “a positive program such as this one is not the cure-all, but has the ability to breathe some wind into our ‘sales’ (pun intended). For our existing businesses that can afford the match, this gives them an opportunity to leverage their funds. I thank the Mayor and OED for their efforts in assisting our resident businesses.”
Council member Robert Carroll of Hana said the Small Business Revitalization grants give Hana residents who own their businesses a unique opportunity to produce products more efficiently and thus become more profitable. “During the recession, many of our residents suffered loss of income, loss of jobs, and may have issues with their credit and their borrowing ability,” Councilmember Carroll said. “This program is a great opportunity for our community.” Applications and rules for the program are available at Lokahi Pacific (1935 Main St., Ste. 204, Wailuku), or online at www. mauicounty.gov/OED (click on “Grants and Awards”). Completed applications may be emailed to susie@lokahipacific.org. For more information, call 242-5761. The grant application deadline is Sept. 10, 2013; all applications must be emailed, faxed or postmarked by that date. page 13
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IMAGINE! Lahaina’s History to be showcased at Celebrate Historic Lahaina events Celebrating the completion of the IMAGINE community planning process for the Lahaina Harbor area and to commemorate the opening of the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) exhibits in Old Lahaina Courthouse, the Lahaina Restoration Foundation (LRF) will present Celebrate Historic Lahaina on Friday, August 23 and Saturday, August 24. The celebration events are free and open to the public. On Friday, August 23 from 6 to 9 pm, the grand opening of the NOAA exhibits and reopening of Lahaina Heritage Museum will take place in Old Lahaina Courthouse. A reception, speeches and blessing ceremony by Kekoa Yap will be followed with tours of the new exhibit and interactive displays. Features of the new center on both floors of the courthouse include: • an extensive collection of black & white photos that document early 20th century Lahaina;
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• videos about Hawaiian culture, Hawai‘i’s history and marine topics shown in a new video theater;
• interactive topographical map of Maui that illuminates key landmarks around the island; • a touch screen kiosk with information about the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary; • display panels that depict the natural environment of the Hawaiian Islands and protection of marine resources; • interpretive panels on the courthouse lanai that cover the historical sites and marine sanctuary within view from it; • a museum exhibit that showcases the significant eras of Lahaina’s history, including Ancient Times, Monarchy Period, Whaling/ Missionary, Plantation/Tourism as well as law in Hawai‘i. On Saturday, August 24 from 10 am to 4 pm, the public can enjoy a variety of activities between Old Lahaina Courthouse, Banyan Tree Park, Lahaina Harborfront and Lahaina Library Park. Under Lahaina’s landmark Banyan Tree an arts and crafts fair will be
held along with Hawaiian musical entertainment, art-in-action projects, including a marine mural by Lahaina Arts Association and whale’s tail painting by marine sanctuary staff. A keiki fishing game will be presented by the National Marine Fisheries Service in conjunction with the Hawai‘i Sanctuary Classic Fishing Contest coordinated by the Lahaina Yacht Club and Hawaian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. On the ocean in front of Lahaina Library, the Lahaina Yacht Club will host its Junior Sailing Program with nine-foot sailboats and will give free sails in its 30-foot sailboat. The 3rd Annual Grom Surf Bash will be held at the makai library lawn with young surfers on the waves of U‘o in the harbor surfbreak. Ancient Hawaiian games will take place on the library lawn, featuring ‘ulu maika, kōnane, spear throwing and more. Guided walking tours of historic Lahaina will be offered by Lahaina Restoration Foundation. Lahaina’s doublehulled sailing canoe, Mo‘olele, will be moored near the makai library lawn and Hui O Wa‘a Kaulua will discuss the soon-to-be-completed
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Mo‘okiha O Pi‘ilani sailing canoe. A raised bed, dry lo‘i kalo (taro patch) will be installed on the mauka library lawn. Hands-on cultural demonstrations and tastings will be available throughout the day. Lahaina Restoration Foundation Executive Director Theo Morrison remarked, “These projects are being celebrated together because they both emphasize Hawaiian culture and history, and they represent the culmination of effective community-based planning processes.” Over a decade ago when the Interpretive Master Plan for the Historic District of the Town of Lahaina was developed by the executive directors of Lahaina Restoration Foundation, Friends of Moku‘ula and LahainaTown Action Committee, they recommended the creation of a centralized location where residents and visitors could go for an overview of the extensive history and culture of Lahaina.
With funding from the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization established to assist the federally managed National Marine Sanctuaries with education and outreach programs that promote meaningful opportunities for public interaction with the marine sanctuaries, the NOAA exhibits and new Lahaina Heritage Museum display “Always Lahaina” have become a reality and will be finished in August. The IMAGINE community planning project was funded with a grant from the County of Maui Department of Planning. The project’s study area at Lahaina Harborfront is from Market Street at the north end, proceeding along the ocean to Canal Street at the south end, and along Front Street on the mountain side. From a ninemonth planning process ending on June 30, four areas of focus have come forth: to instill respect for the cultural
and historical sites, ease traffic congestion in the area, increase management of the area’s resources, and make the area safe for all users. The purpose behind the Celebrate Historic Lahaina events is to bring the community back to the harbor area and bring awareness to its many Hawaiian cultural sites. These events will serve as a kickoff for the implementation of the IMAGINE project in creating a yearround Native Hawaiian sense of place in the area. Celebrate Historic Lahaina is produced by Lahaina Restoration Foundation and sponsored by the County of Maui Department of Planning with support and participation by many community groups. For more information, call the LRF office at 661-3262 or visit LahainaRestoration.org.
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July workshops at Maui County Business Resource Center announced T
to 1p.m. Maui County Business Resource Center, Maui Mall Ste. B-9, Free.
Wednesday, July 24, 2013, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Maui County Business Resource Center; Free.
The ABC’s of a Business Plan; Instructor: Craig Swift. Wednesday, July 3, 2013, 12 to 1 p.m. Maui County Business Resource Center, Maui Mall Ste. B-9, Free.
Are you a marketeer who wants to stop turning off customers? Do people’s eyes glaze over when you go into your “seller’s” talk? When you describe your business, do people start glancing at their watches and suddenly remember they have to be someplace else? In this workshop, Ed Gazmen, will show you how to use “key phrases” and YOUR hot button to catch a consumer’s attention in the first 10 seconds and find regular loyal customers. Ed is a certified life coach, owner and founder of Max Life Solutions. He has helped network marketers and solopreneurs define their career and life aspirations.
Learn How to Sell Anything! Instructor: Larry Roussel. Monday, July 8, Tuesday, July 9, Monday, July 15 or Tuesday, July 16 (Pick a day), 12 to 1 p.m. Maui County Business Resource Center. Free.
“Netiquette” – How to Mix Online & In-Person Networking; Instructor: Nicole Fisher. Wednesday, July 17, 2013. 12 to 1:15 p.m. Maui County Business Resource Center, Maui Mall Ste. B-9; Free.
Can you sell a refrigerator to an Eskimo or sand to a tourist sitting on the beach? Learn and apply the secret!! Everyone is a salesperson….everyone. Come join the fun if you are good, but want to get to great, if you need to hone your sales skills, or if you just want to see if you are as good as the instructor. Larry Roussel is a professional speaker, entrepreneur and a mentor. He helps businesses approach their industry in a positive way using networking, motivation, and personal training as the Founder/CEO of Hawaii Merchants Association.
Learn how to combine Online and in-person networking, build your Contact List, prospect online using Linkedin, plus more….. Social media is the most affordable form of marketing; everyone should be using it today! Learn how to use Linkedin as a prospecting tool and as a marketing tool. Nicole “nico” Fisher is an energetic entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience. 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.
This workshop will focus on the single most important aspect of selling- communicating. Whether you want to become a great sales professional, need help communicating effectively in your relationships, or just want to become a more effective communicator overall, this workshop will help you achieve your goals. TJ Anderson is a longtime sales professional, beginning his 1st business at the age of 12 and promptly selling out of all his products within the first day. TJ has owned several successful businesses. Much of his success comes from his sales skills, and during his time, he has been a national sales-leader for a fortune 100 company, a sales manager for several companies, and has won numerous awards, prizes, and trips as a result of his sales skills. His greatest passion, however, is seeing others succeed, and he loves teaching others the fine art of selling.
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Sales Skills 101 – Communicating Your Way to a Better Future; nstructor: TJ Anderson.
he County of Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Development today announced its free 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. Seating for all workshops is limited, and all workshops are subject to change or cancellation. To reserve a seat, call the Maui County Business Resource Center at 873-8247. The following workshops are available:
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QuickBooks for Small Business; Instructor: Richard Kehoe, CPA. Thursday, July 25, 2013, 5 to 8 p.m., $45.00. Sales Skills 201 – Role Playing; Instructor: TJ Anderson. Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 11 to 12:30 p.m. Maui County Business Resource Center, Maui Mall Ste. B-9, Free. The Maui Business Brainstormers will be holding their monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2013 from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All are invited to attend. Please RSVP at www.meetup.com/ MauiBusinessBrainstormers.
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Lt. Governor, Mayor Sign Lease for Use of Office Lt. Governor Shan Tsutsui and Mayor Alan Arakawa recently signed an agreement to officially lease office space to the Lt. Governor for his use while on Maui. Moments after signing the agreement, Mayor Arakawa reached into his pocket, took out his wallet, and shared laughter with the Lt. Governor as he offered to pay the one dollar rent for the term of the lease, which ends December 31, 2014. “Heck, I’ll even foot the bill for you,” Mayor Arakawa quipped. “I’m just glad we will be able to work more closely with you on joint County-State projects, and that as neighbors we can collaborate in new ways.” The Lieutenant Governor agrees.
“This is a great partnership between the County and State
and an excellent service for the people of Maui, who can now get access to their local government in one building,” said Lieutenant Governor Shan Tsutsui. “Having this additional office on Maui will allow our administration to improve interactions with constituents outside of Oahu.” The lease was approved by the Maui County Corporation Counsel and the State Attorney General prior to being authorized by the Maui County Council via Resolution. The arrangement will provide temporary office space for the Lt. Governor to work and meet with constituents while he is in Maui.
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Kupaianaha “Blessings of Life” We are each so fortunate to have wonderful people in our lives, friends, co-workers, loved ones who are iimportant to us. The High Street Journal wishes to share our employees’ good news, offer a chance to get to know each other better and offer the precious joys that add spark to our lives. These are special moments and stories as written and provided by employees of the County of Maui. This column is your chance to express gratitude, praise and the simple and abundant joy these experiences have brought you- The blessings of life! Please send submissions to HYPERLINK “mailto:tiffany.iida@mauicounty.gov” tiffany.iida@mauicounty.gov for inclusion in future issues of the High Street Journal.
Assistant English Teacher and paying off her student loans! Congratulations Bailey and proud mom Geri! On June 27, our County of
to the next generation. He also loved to EAT! There was always a traffic jam at the office microwave because Pauly had so much food to warm up.
Bailey K.M. Onaga
Bailey K.M. Onaga, daughter of Department of Personnel Services’ Geri Onaga, graduated Summa Cum Laude with two bachelor degrees (Fine Art & Japanese) from the University of San Francisco. During her four years at USF, Bailey volunteered at the university’s radio station, KUSF and eventually became a DJ. Those interested in hearing Bailey live, (aka DJ Miyo) can tune in to KUSF (on-line radio station only) every Friday from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Hawaii time to hear her random assortment of 1980’s New Wave, Post Punk, and obscurity. On the first and last Fridays of the month DJ Miyo presents pop, indie, and shoegaze from the great land of Nippon. page 18
Bailey’s post-graduation plans include heading to Fukuoka, Japan in early August to be an
Paul Sato and his co-workers
Maui Ohana lost Paul “Pauly” According to Tia Stupplebean, Sato, Attendant at Central Maui the landfill is an extended Landfill for the past 7 years and Ohana. Pauly was our brother worked in Refuse prior to that. and friend. We will miss his Pauly is survived by wife Cheryl constant throwing of Shaka’s, and children Chaz, Tasha and huge smile and his unique way Alika. Paul was an easy going guy whose favorite word was “Okie Dokie!” He loved hunting especially with a bow. Another passion of his was deep sea and troll fishing. He always took time to patiently teach his hunting Paul Sato and his family and fishing skills Continued on next page
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Paul Sato wtih a bird whom he rescued
of making us laugh. He had a kind soul and there is no doubt that he is an Angel watching over us now. He once saved a bird by removing a plastic bag wrapped around it’s neck then held it until it was ready to fly off into the wind. Our love and deepest sympathy go out to the Sato Ohana.
Reese Guzman
Reese Guzman, daughter of Councilmember Don Guzman, took first place in the Aloha Section of the Junior PGA Championship at the Lagoon Golf course on Kauai. She scored a 74 in round 1 and a 72 in round 2. The win qualified her for the Junior Callaway World Championships in San Diego in July. Reese also qualified at the Hawai`i State Junior Golf Association in Turtle Bay for the Optimist International Junior Golf Tournament held in Florida.
On June 9, Selena Marie Rodrigues of Wailuku, Maui and Granddaughter of Bruce Milliken, Purchasing Specialist with the Department of Finance, was crowned the overall winner in her age division (79yrs) and won the coveted Charlene Rodrigues. title of “Pacific Island Princess Grand Ali’i Little Miss”. The Pacific Island Princess Grand Alii pageant is a national level pageant and competitors come from across the state to compete. She is the first Grand Alii “overall” title holder ever to win from the Island of Maui. Justin, Eric & Steve Roberson The competition took place at the breathtaking Janet C. Roberson, Aging and Hilton Waikoloa Village. Selena Disability Services Specialist competed amongst 15 other II with the Department of little ladies in her age division Housing and Human Services to win the sought after 9 inch shared this Caption: Watch rhinestone crown, rhinestone out for (l-r) Justin, Eric and scepter and royal queens robe. Steve Roberson who are The competition was fierce and enjoying a “mean” surfing after a grueling 2 day event of summer on Maui. At the recent fashion, modeling, talent and Launiupoko keiki surf contest, private interviews the winners Justin was crowned Champion, were crowned. Proving that with brothers Eric and Steve Maui is still No Ka Oi! Selena finishing second and fourth is the daughter of Christina & respectively. Kamuela Rodrigues, and the granddaughter of Bruce and Carol Milliken and Peter and
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Parks Survey now online
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he County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is conducting an online survey to gather input on how to improve County parks facilities and recreational programs. The 2013 Parks Survey has been created to obtain community feedback in order to develop the direction, priorities and purpose of future facilities, programs and operations.
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The survey will gather information in the following categories: the effectiveness of existing and need for additional recreational programs, facilities and amenities; evaluation of the permitting process and current facility maintenance; current usage of existing facilities and programs; and desired priority of future DPR funding.
The survey takes approximately 10-15 minutes to complete and each question will provide vital information in assisting DPR in taking a resident-driven approach to making decisions. “The outcome of the survey will enrich the future of our
and visitors who utilize DPR facilities and programs on a daily basis,” said Parks Deputy Director Brianne Savage. “We want to hear from the public about their priorities, what they believe the department is doing well and what needs to be improved. We would also like to know what new or additional recreational programs and facilities people want to see in the future. This is everyone’s chance to voice their opinion, and we are hoping to collect feedback from as many people as possible.” The survey is available online at www. mauicounty.gov/ parksurvey. Hard copies can also be obtained from any district permitting office. Input will be gathered through mid-July. For more information, please contact DPR Deputy Director, Brianne Savage, at 270-7626.
community and positively affect the lives of Maui County residents
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The County of Maui Office of Economic Development Kuha’o Business Center had the honor of hosting ONABEN- A Native American Business Network, on Moloka’i, Hawaii, to present a small business development workshop at the Queen Lili’uokalani Children’s Center Conference Room, at Kulana Oiwi, Molokai, HI, on May 31 and June 1. Onaben, along with it’s partners RedWind Group, and the SBA’s Office of Native American Affairs offered a FREE two-day course for small business development. All “Indianpreneurs” were encouraged to participate. This workshop, one of 23 ONABEN will hold this year, covered business concepts indispensable for anyone starting-up or running a small business. Instructors also identified and helped participants learn how to avoid common pitfalls. The training provided comprehensive information on topics important to aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners related to business
planning, access to capital, basic bookkeeping, human resources, problem solving and marketing a small business. ONABEN is recognized nationally as an innovator in the creation of organizational models, programs and products that have advanced the field of micro-enterprise and entrepreneurship among Native American communities. ONABEN provides technical assistance to micro-enterprise organizations, tribes and related community and economic development organizations throughout Indian Country. Their growth and success stems from their extensive experience as a direct service provider to Native American entrepreneurs since their start in 1991. RedWind Group is an American Indian management-consulting firm specializing in strategy, organization design and change management. They partner with leading clients in both the public and private sectors to deliver lasting, tangible results. Each
of their consultants has over a decade of individual experience and an advanced degree in his or her field. They have worked nationally in a number of industries including tribal government, telecommunications, energy, chemicals, electronics, financial services, leasing, aerospace and transportation. The SBA’s Office of Native American Affairs is located in the Small Business Administration’s headquarters in Washington, DC. The department’s goal is to promote and support Native American entrepreneurs and is dedicated to engage in numerous outreach initiatives including tribal consultations, the development and distribution of promotional materials, as well as attendance and participation in national economic development conferences. According to Veronica Hix, Executive Director for ONABEN, the workshop provides an invaluable opportunity for the local community. “ONABEN was
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thrilled to offer this instruction in Moloka’i. All of us at ONABEN and our partners involved in delivering this coaching were very excited to share our knowledge and experience with Native Hawaiian entrepreneurs.” The nine individuals attending the workshop sessions will be starting a Small Business working/advisory group here on Molokai. The group will hold their first meeting on Monday, July 8 at 4:00 p.m. at the Kuha’o Business Center located in Suite 600 in the Moore Center at 2 Kamo’i Street. All Molokai Small Business owners and entrepreneurs are encouraged to attend. One participant commented, “ This is just what I needed to get me back up and going. The timing is perfect. It is time to renegotiate my contracts and I have learned how to better market myself and my services.” Another participant said, “Thank you for coming to Molokai, this has been an excellent hands-on workshop and the networking time has opened so many doors.” “This was a very unique training experience and opportunity for our entrepreneurs and small
business owners. The handson method of discovering tools for successful negotiations and effective problem solving is one session that really got everyone’s attention, but the session on workplace culture and how our business is a reflection of who we are had a lasting impact. We look forward to continuing this working partnership with ONABEN”, Jennifer Hawkins- Small Business Advocate- Kuha’o Business Center Molokai ONABEN is a 501(c)(3) corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and was created in 1991 by four Oregon Indian tribes to
encourage the development of a private sector on their reservations. ONABEN provides curriculum, training and organizational consulting focused on developing entrepreneurship in Indian communities. ONABEN serves Indian business development organizations and entrepreneurs nationally through its Indianpreneurship® curriculum. The group is driven by its mission to assist Native Americans build assets by realizing the dream of owning their own business. For more information about ONABEN, please visit www. ONABEN.org.
Council Chair to be honored by alma mater Maui County Council Chair Gladys Baisa, a Maui High School graduate from the Class of 1958, will be honored with the Spirit of Maui Award by the Maui High School lFoundation. Prior to being elected as a member of the Maui County Council, Baisa served as the executive director of Maui Economic Opportunity Inc. page 22
Maui High’s Hall of Honor was created in 2011 and annually recognizes individuals with ties to the school who have make outstanding contributions to the legacy of the school and the school community. For a biography of all honorees, visit www.mauihigh.org and click on the friends icon on the right, then the Hall of Honor listing on
the right. Maui High will hold its centennial celebration this fall with a luau, a memorial service, a golf tournament, a Maui Fair parade float and other events, several surrounding MHS football games.
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Wildfires: Getting Prepared and Protecting Your Home By Charnan Carroll
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The summer season means more than school vacations and weekends at the pool. Summer brings an increase in the threat of wildfires and the danger that these outbreaks carry. Wildfires spread quickly and often go undetected until it’s too late. Across our nation every year communities are affected by major wildfires. Make sure your family and community take actions to get prepared. Homes have a much higher likelihood of surviving wildfires when residents are prepared. Predictability, prevention and being prepared can minimize your risk in
case of wildfire and help reduce the loss of life, property and resources. In most cases, people start wildfires. Promote and practice wildfire safety in your community with these tips: • Teach children about fire safety. Keep matches out of their reach. • Make sure that fire vehicles can get to your home. Clearly mark all driveway entrances and display your name and address.
numbers. • Ensure adequate accessibility by large fire vehicles to your property. • Plan several escape routes away from your home - by car and by foot. For more information on how to prepare and reduce your risks for wildfire damage visit: http://www. ready.gov/wildfires and http:// www.firewise.org/.
• Report hazardous conditions that could cause a wildfire. • Post fire emergency telephone
IMPORTANT SAFETY TIP: If you’ve been caught without your sunglasses on a bright day, you know how much that hurts your eyes. Over time, that kind of exposure works its damage, even with a perfectly health ozone layer. The sun’s ultraviolet rays — UV for short — can harm your eyes and may lead to serious problems.
Over many years, UV rays can cause cataracts which can cloud your vision. Cataracts grow on the lens of your eye and often require surgery. So make sure your sunglasses provide 90-100 percent UV protection. If you’re buying new sunglasses, check the UV rating on the label. Remember
to use your sunglasses every time you face a day in the sun.
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Adaptive kayak event held in June
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n June 14, Hawaii Recreation and Parks Society (HRPS) Maui cosponsored a adaptive kayak event by purchasing the lunch for all the Department of Parks staff and volunteers. This event is held annually and includes for Parks staff a disability training and kayak lesson. This year’s training included an informational wheelchair transfer training session. Unique in Hawaii, this event provides a barrier free event for persons with disabilities. Mahalo to HRPS, Department of Parks and Recreation, Community Children’s Council of Maui, and
all of the volunteer members to continuing this annual, free event.
County Kitchen Stuffed Baked Sweet Potatoes Submitted by Sarah Shim Serves 6
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Sakamoto Pool reopens; War Memorial Stadium & Hana Ball Park Courts to be repaired The Department of Parks and Recreation has several announcements to make in regards to parks facility upgrades this summer. The first is that the Coach Soichi Sakamoto Pool has officially opened for use by the general public on July 1. The weekly schedule at the pool is as follows: Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4:30 p.m. The second announcement is about paving improvements to the War Memorial Stadium internal roadway, which runs behind the concession stands. Due to the road repairs the stadium will be closed for events from July 1 to July 22. However the track will be open to the public from 5 p.m. to sunset
Monday through Friday, and from sunrise to sunset Saturday and Sunday. Finally the Hana Ball Field basketball and tennis courts will be closed for acrylic resurfacing from July 15 to September 15.
For more information about these projects, please call the Department of Parks and Recreation Planning and Development Division at 270-7931.
Lynn Araki-Regan of the Mayor’s Office, First Lady Ann Arakawa, and Council Chair Gladys Baisa’s Executive Assistant Amanda Martin join Terry Miller and Wallace Fujii in inspecting the decrepit lockers at Henry Perrine Baldwin High School. They are encouraging Baldwin High School alumni to help raise funds to purchase much needed lockers and benches in celebration of the school’s 75th Anniversary. For more information, visit hpbaldwinmaui75th.com. page 25
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Kūlia i ka nu‘u Strive to reach the summit Please help congratulate these dedicated employees as they continue to serve our community and in doing so, “strive to reach the summit.”
The Maui Fire Department recently announced the promotions of three (3) Fire fighters within the department. Clement Enomoto was promoted to Firefighter II Hazardous Materials Specialist. He has been with the department for seven years, having spent time on Clement Enomoto both Molokai and Maui, with his last assignment being with Engine 10, Kahului. He is assigned to HM-10“C”Watch, at the Kahului Fire Station.
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Matthew Akiona was promoted to Firefighter II Hazardous Materials Specialist. He has been with the
department for seven years, having spent time at the Napili and Paia Fire Stations, with his last assignment being with Engine 10, Kahului. He is assigned to HM-10“C”Watch, at the Kahului Fire Station.
Jesse Aloy was promoted to Firefighter II Hazardous Materials Specialist. He has been with the Jesse Aloy Maui Fire
* Rowena Kellough, Laboratory Technician I in Plant Operations Division * Victor Murashita promoted from Waterworks Maintenance Helper to Water Meter Technician I in Field Operations
Department for four years, spending 3 months on Lanai and the rest of the time at the Kahului fire station. Prior to coming to Maui, Jesse was a Firefighter on the Big Island for a period of 5 years. He is assigned to HM-10“C”Watch, at the Kahului Fire Station. All three MFD promotions were effective June 16.
Congratulations to the following employees of the Real Property Tax Division of the Department of Finance: * Mason Pellazar, Tax Maps & Records Technician I. Mason is the grandson of Gloria Manzano of the Mayor’s Office. * Lisa Garcia, Tax Clerk I. Lisa was formerly with the Treasury Division Collections & Tax Relief Section The Department of Water Supply welcomes: * Mariah Gill, Planner I in Water Resources & Planning Division.
SeaRay Beltran
SeaRay Beltran, Safety Specialist II with the Risk Management, a division of Department of Corporation Counsel, participated as a presenter and co-presenter at NFPA Safety Conference & Expo in Chicago. SeaRay has represented the County of Maui both as an attendee and presenter for the past seven years. As a certified master Instructor and an expert in the filed of fire, environment, safety and health. SeaRay provides his expertise through speaking at both national and international conference and symposium.
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Council Members attend the annual HSAC Conference on Kauai The County of Kaua`i hosted this year’s Hawai`i State Association of Counties’ conference held on June 20 and 21 at the Kauai Beach Resort in Lihue. Attendees from the Maui County Council included Council Chair Gladys Baisa; Don Couch; Elle Cochran; Don Guzman; Stacy Crivello; Michael P. Victorino, HSAC Treasurer; and Riki Hokama, Second Vice President, National Association of Counties (NACo).
(NHLC), provided attendees with a comprehensive overview of how State law protects Native Hawaiian rights. Maui County Council members were immersed in panel discussions on cultural preservation – challenges and solutions on how to adopt policies in their respective counties.
“The conference planning committee did a tremendous job, and I Cultural specialist Robbie Kaholokula, with congratulate each one of Councilmember Michael Victorino was part of the first At the HSAC General panel of speakers, on the “Importa,nce of the Host Culture.” them for a successful event Kaholokula said, “We must first learn aloha before we can in Kaua`i,” Councilmember Membership meeting, live it.” Victorino said. “The county officials discussed speakers were great, the ways to present a united Janet stressed the importance of camaraderie of working together message at the State Legislature teaching younger generations to was noticeable, and the exchanges on issues common to all of the carry on the Hawaiian culture. made were memorable.” counties, including maintaining the counties’ share of the transient NACo President Chris Rodgers Panelists included representatives accommodations tax. expressed his appreciation to of the hotel industry, National HSAC President Mel Rapozo of the assembled council members Oceanic Atmospheric the Kauai County Council kicked for their service and encouraged Administration, farm bureaus, off the event by emphasizing the everyone to support preserving conference theme, “E ho‘omau i nā the tax-exempt status of municipal Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Department of Hawaiian hāna, aloha ‘āina mai na kūpuna bonds. Homelands, University of Hawai`i, Perpetuate the works of the love of Kamehameha Schools, Hawaiian the land from the elders.” Lt. Gov. Shan Tsutsui attended cultural practitioners and NHLC. the event and stressed the Joseph Pontanilla, former HSAC Conference speakers, panels importance of intergovernmental Treasurer and Maui County Council and activities highlighted the relationships and commitment to member and current Executive preservation and understanding home rule. Tsutsui tweeted during Assistant to Mayor Arakawa, was of Hawaiian culture in county the event that the “Abercrombie recognized at the event for his government operations. To foster administration is committed to years of service to HSAC. this principle, conferees visited supporting our counties.” The County of Maui last hosted the Hanapēpē Salt Pans where the annual HSAC conference in Aunty Janet Kahelekomo, a fourth- Keynote speaker Camille Kalama, 2011 and is expected to host the generation Hanapēpē salt maker, a staff attorney with the Native conference in 2015. explained the ancient Hawaiian Hawaiian Legal Corporation practice of salt making. Aunty
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Photo Gallery A photo-essay of activities in the County
Mayor Alan Arakawa & First Lady Ann Arakawa, as well as members of his cabinet, at the Makawao Parade held on July 6.
Mayor Alan Arakawa and members of the Maui County Council with Fred Ruge upon the Maui County Council presentation of a resolution to honor him.
Students getting a group photo with Mayor Arakawa after completing the “ropes course� at the D.A.R.E Summer Leadership Camp in Waiehu on July 1.
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Our Island Home Snapshots of life on Maui, Moloka`i and Lana`i
Mayor Alan Arakawa at the Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society.
Councilmember Don Couch, U.S. Rep. Colleen Hanabusa, Councilmember Mike Victorino, Councilmember Elle Cochran, Kauai County Councilmember Gary L. Hooser and Honolulu City Councilmember Breene Harimoto. Attendees from Maui County included Councilmembers Don Couch, Elle Cochran, Michael Victorino, Don Guzman and Riki Hokama.
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