The High Street Journal - June 2014

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

High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui

June 2014

HUR RRICANE SEASON IS S HERE ARE YOU READY??

MAUI COUNTY Y WIN NS PRIM ME MINISTER’S AWAR RD FREE E MEALS FO OR CHILDREN OFFERED AT COUNTY PA ALS’ SIT TES page 1

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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 Lois Whitney Tiffany Iida Herman Andaya, Jr. Rod Antone PHOTO COORDINATOR Ryan Piros Jaime Kane CONTRIBUTORS Dana Acosta Karen Arakawa Mayor Alan Arakawa Allen Atkinson SeaRay Beltran Sutji Gunter Peggy Harmon Kimberly Haueisen Jennifer Hawkins Ashley Isabelle Howard Lisa Kahuhu Jaime Kane Lee Mainaga Simone Polak Teena Rasmussen Keith Regan Jan Roberson Sarah Shim Ronald Steben Linette Suehiro Jacky Takakura Deanna Thyssen Michelle White Sharon Zalsos Kit Zulueta

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Maui County wins Prime Minister’s Award at Goyang International Horticulture Show..................................................................... 7 Hurricane season is here -- Are you ready? ............................................... 8 Parks’ repairs, closures announced for Central, South Maui................ 9 Recommendations in the event of an unintended acceleration...... 9 Workshops at Maui County Business Resource Center announced for June..................................................................................................................... 10 County Kitchen ..................................................................................................... 11 B & C Highlight...................................................................................................... 12 Did you know that...? ......................................................................................... 13 Kupaianaha (“Blessings of Life”)..................................................................... 14 Kulia i ka nuu ......................................................................................................... 19 Various events, volunteer opportunities available at Kaunoa............20 The Heat is On!....................................................................................................... 21 Photo Gallery ......................................................................................................... 22

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR Aloha everyone, It is that time of year again. Hurricane season.

Hurricane season for the Central Pacific region officially began on June 1 and does not end until November 30.

And, as always, the forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have made their predictions as to how many weather events we will have this year. For 2014, NOAA predicts some 14 to 20 named storms, 7 to 11 hurricanes, and 3 to 6 major hurricanes in the Pacific Ocean.

Thankfully, these predictions are not always right. But it is still a good thing to prepare.

Do you have a first aid kit at home? Do you have enough canned and preserved foods for your family? Do you have somewhere you can evacuate to if you need to evacuate?

I’ve said it before in this column, that you need to be asking yourself these questions now, and not later when an actual emergency occurs.

This is why it is so important to practice for the real thing, and why many of you saw members of the military here at the county building this month, as we conducted the Civil Defense Agency’s annual Makani Pahili, hurricane preparedness exercise.

This year, the simulation called for more than 40,000 displaced residents, waiting for food and water in shelters.

Meanwhile, our crews had to deal with roads blocked by debris and no communication from Lana`i or Moloka`i.

Of course, this is all just pretend. But it helps to have the emergency workers run worst-case scenarios so that if the real thing happens, we know what to do.

You can do the same thing for your family. Ask yourself if you are ready and, if not, what do you need in order to be ready for an emergency.

Practice now so that you aren’t in trouble later. Because one day NOAA may be right and the time to prepare will have come and gone like a hurricane.

Aloha and God bless,

Mayor Alan Arakawa

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M.D. Minute A Message from Managing Director Keith Regan “If you can imagine it, you achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it.”

– William Arthur Ward

Aloha!

This time of year we often have occasion to highlight the accomplishments of our graduates of all ages. Whether preschool, high school or higher education, a graduation is cause for a celebration in honor of the challenges, successes and learning that each student encountered along the way toward their goal.

For some, school came easily but for others, academics required more effort. Yet for all who made it to the finish line—the wearing of oddshaped hats with tassels and the receiving of folders that request that you report to the office to pick up your “real” diploma— the end is actually the beginning.

What comes next after any graduation is a blank slate full of opportunities, achievements and exciting new experiences. It also likely holds disappointments, failures and losses that tempt one to give up the fight. But from what I can tell, a person can learn just as much, if not more, from the failures as the successes. We gain strength, perseverance and a deeper appreciation for the times when things do go smoothly.

Even when faced with our worst fear – our own mortality -- we can find a renewed sense of purpose as did Randy Pausch, the beloved Carnegie Mellon professor and author of “The Last Lecture.” After being diagnosed with terminal cancer, Pausch inspired millions around the world by sharing the lessons he learned and inspiring them with his message of living purposefully and pursuing one’s dreams.

In his 2008 commencement address to the graduates at Carnegie Mellon University, just two months before he departed this life for the next, Pausch urged the audience to find their passion -- in people.

“In my experience, no matter what you do at work or what you do in official settings, that passion will be grounded in people. It will be grounded in the relationships you have with people and what they think of you when your time comes.”

This is the key to the work we do as a County. Our strengths lie in the people we have in our organization, and the way their contributions build on those of their co-workers for the benefit of our community.

Pausch also noted that we should focus on the quality of life, not necessarily the length of our life.

“We don’t beat the reaper by living longer. We beat the reaper by living well and living fully. For the reaper is always going to come for all of us. The question is: What do we do between the time we are born, and the time he shows up? Because when he shows up, it’s too late to do all the things that you’re always gonna, kinda get around to.”

While that has a rather dark undertone, the principle behind it rings true: We have a choice each day to make the most of the time we’ve been given. As you seek your passion in life, it is my sincere hope that in the course of this second half of the year you pursue your dreams and achieve all that you set out to do. page 4

Keith Regan Managing Director

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Happenings at

THE COUNTY

GMO MORATORIUM PETITION GETS REQUIRED NUMBER OF SIGNATURES The Office of the County Clerk has certified that the SHAKA Movement has collected the required amount of additional valid signatures needed to advance to the Council a petition to place a moratorium on the cultivation of genetically engineered organisms, County Clerk Danny Mateo recently announced.

“The SHAKA Movement submitted a supplemental petition on May 27 that contained 9,626 signatures,” Mateo said.

“Our office has reviewed the submission and determined that 4,342 registered voters in the County of Maui have signed the petition, while 5,284 signatures have been deemed invalid.”

With a prior certification from the County Clerk last month, the SHAKA Movement has now collected a total of 9,062 valid signatures, Mateo said. Twenty percent of the total number of voters who cast ballots in the last mayoral general election, or 8,465 registered voters, were required to sign the petition to have it formally submitted to the Council.

The petition seeks enactment of a GMO moratorium ordinance.

According to the Maui County Charter, the council will now have 60 days to act on the proposed ordinance. If the council does not adopt the ordinance within 60 days, it will be placed on the 2014 General Election ballot for

consideration by the electorate.

To access the Charter and find additional information, visit www.mauicounty.gov/clerk.

FREE MEALS FOR CHILDREN OFFERED AT COUNTY PALS SITES Free meals for children will be available at all County PALS sites on Maui and Molokai through the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), which is a Federal program offered by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Nutrition Service.

Children do not have to be enrolled in the PALS program to take advantage of the free and nutritious meals this summer.

The program is being made available to eligible areas to ensure that children receive nutritious meals. All youth up to 18 years old are eligible to receive a free meal any weekday from June 4 to July 18, 2014. Meals are served on a firstcome, first-served basis.

“Many children in Maui County receive free or reduced-price meals during the school year,

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but countless children do not get enough to eat when school is out,” said Brianne Savage, Deputy Parks Director. “The SFSP ensures that our keiki continue to grow and learn during the summer.”

The Summer Food Service Program is the largest federal resource available for local programs that combine meal time with recreational and educational activities.

For more information, please contact your local PALS site coordinator. If a site coordinator cannot be reached, contact Colette Baisa at 270-7403. Information will be provided on PALS locations offering meals, times of meals being offered and instructions on how to participate in the meal count.

“BETTER CHOICES, BETTER HEALTH” SERIES OFFERED ON MOLOKA`I The County of Maui is pleased to offer the Better Choices, Better Health (BCBH) workshop series on Moloka`i for six consecutive Thursdays beginning June 19, 2014.

The workshop series will be held 9:30 a.m. to noon at Alu Like’s Kulana `Oiwi Multi-cultural Center in Kaunakakai.

Better Choices, Better Health is an evidencebased educational health aging program created by Stanford University and monitored by the University of Hawai`i. BCBH is designed to help people manage their chronic conditions as well as their overall health.

Participants learn how to enhance their overall health through achievable action plans for improving nutrition, exercise, relaxation, communication skills, medication management and more.

All participants receive a book, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions,” and a relaxation CD, “Time for Healing.”

Cost is $10 for individuals age 60+ and for caregivers of any age. The cost for those under 60 years is $35; scholarships are available.

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For more information or to register for the workshop series, call Alu Like on Moloka`i at 808-560-5393.

PARKING LOT AT SUN YAT SEN PARK CLOSED FOR IMPROVEMENTS According to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation, the parking area at Sun Yat Sen Park in Keokea, Kula has been closed from June 2, 2014 while improvements are made to the parking area.

Construction at the parking lot is expected to take 120 days, with an anticipated reopening on Wednesday, October 2, 2014.

The parking lot improvements will include grading and paving the parking area, installing a drainage system, and designating an accessible parking stall. The construction contract has been awarded to Rojac Construction for $144,400.

For more information on County Parks repairs, contact Parks Project Manager Paul Taylor at 808-270-6173. For general Parks information, visit www.mauicounty.gov/parks.

WATERLINE REPAIRS ON ALAMAHA TO BEGIN JUNE 12 The County of Maui will be closing down part of Alamaha Street in Kahului for repairs on Thursday, June 12, 2014.

Department of Water Supply personnel will be replacing a broken water service line between 5 p.m. and midnight. During that time, traffic on Alamaha will be limited to local traffic only between Hanakai Street and Hanamau Street.

Motorists are advised to follow signage and traffic control, and use alternate routes.

In addition, there will be no water service for customers at 296 and 312 Alamaha Street from 6:00 to 11:30 p.m. Affected customers are advised to store water for the evening if needed.

Customers should flush their waterlines for a short time the following day (Friday, June 13) to ensure that no sediment has accumulated in their waterlines during the project. Customers are urged to call the 24-hour service line (2707633) only if a water emergency occurs.

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Maui County wins Prime Minister’s Award at Goyang International Horticulture Show in South Korea Representatives from the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development (OED) recently returned from Goyang, South Korea upon participating in the three-week long Goyang International Horticulture Show 2014 in Goyang City, South Korea, a sister city of Maui County.

The Maui County booth earned accolades by receiving one of the top awards, the Prime Minister’s Trophy. When Maui County representatives learned that the award came with a $1000 monetary award, Mayor Arakawa requested that arrangements be made to donate the award to the South Korean ferry victim’s fund.

Mayor Arakawa said, “The ferry incident was unfolding just as we arrived in South Korea.

The people were stricken with unimaginable grief. Our hearts are with all the families involved in this tragedy.”

A ceremony was held in the offices of the Goyang City government, in which Teena Rasmussen, Director of OED and Jeremiah Savage, international liaison, presented the check to Mr. Yoon Seong Seon, a representative of the Mayor of Goyang. After the ceremony, the news releases in Goyang City made mention of the heartfelt gesture from a sister city and that Maui County was the only participant in the International Horticulture Show to pay tribute to the ferry

Mayor’s Economic Development Director Teena Rasmussen and Jeremiah Savage, international liaison, present a cehck to Mr. Yoon Seong, a representative of the Mayor of Goyang, for the South Korean ferry victim’s fund.

victims.

Maui County’s award-winning booth in the horticulture show featured Maui-grown tropical flowers, a silversword plant from Haleakala Crater which was secured through federal permits from US Fish and Wildlife, a large photo collage of Haleakala National Park, Maui’s Iao Valley, and Maui beaches. The booth was staffed by five members of Tihati Hula Halau, Sherry Duong a representative from Maui Visitor’s Bureau, Haleakala National Park ranger Stephen Anderson, and Kenneth Yamamura, an agriculture

specialist in OED. Jeremiah Savage worked on logistics and flower designer Asa Ige did the booth design and set-up. “Maui County produced a first-class booth, and brought the aloha spirit to the people of South Korea,” said Rasmussen.

“I am very proud of our efforts and very grateful to all who had a hand in our success. We have definitely elevated the Maui brand in this part of Asia,” Rasmussen added.

Approximately one million people attended the show over the three-week period. page 7

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Hurricane Season is Here -- Are You Ready?

Late last July, Tropical Storm Flossie was bearing down on Maui County. Although she weakened to a Tropical Depression prior to impacting our County, impacts of high wind, high surf and thunder and lighting storms were still felt throughout.

Over 9,000 residents experienced power outages. Roofs blew off of small outbuildings. At least one resident was shocked by lightning. Nothing catastrophic, but a small taste of what a tropical cyclone brings.

The Central Pacific Hurricane Center (CPHC) released its outlook for the upcoming hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30.

The CHPC indicates that they are expecting between 4 and 7 tropical cyclones to affect the central Pacific this season. This is due in anticipation on of El Nino conditions developing during the season, which favors the development of more and stronger tropical cyclones.

What does this mean for Maui?

It’s important to recognize that, although the outlook calls for a normal or above-normal season, it does not predict where, when or how many storms will impact us. What it does tell us is that the likelihood of a tropical depression, tropical storm or hurricane is increased. But remember -- regardless of the number of storms, it only takes one, on the right track, to do damage!

What does this mean for me?

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First, determine if you are considered a disaster-worker.

If so, make sure to review your departmental procedures for callback, roles and responsibilities. If not, understand that you may be assigned a disaster-related task

Due to our remote island location, outside assistance will take longer to arrive.

Emergency managers in Hawaii recommend a 7-day supply of food and water in your emergency kit (longer than the national guidelines).

Here is a list of basic supplies, from the Ready.gov website, that everyone should have: outside of your normal duties.

Second, determine if you and your family are able to shelter at home or if you will need to take shelter somewhere else. If you are unable to stay in your own home, can you go to the home of other family or friends, or will you go to a public shelter?

Third, make sure your emergency kit is up to date. Check expiration dates on any food and water stored and rotate them out if necessary. Have you had any life changes ~ family additions (two – or four-legged!), medications, home ownership ~ that affect your planning? If so, adjust your preparations accordingly.

Fourth, consider how you will communicate with your family both here and off-island. Also consider how you will keep informed about the rapidly changing situation. Sign up for text and email notifications at www.mauicounty.gov. Invest in a NOAA weather radio. Make sure you have batteries for all of your devices.

The bottom line for you is Get Ready! Stop by the Civil Defense Agency or call our staff at 808270-7285 if you have specific questions. Below are checklists, tips and resources to help you do this now, before a storm or other disaster strikes.

* Water one gallon per person per day, for drinking and sanitation * Food at least a seven-day supply of non-perishable food * Battery- or crank-powered radio and extra batteries * Flashlight and extra batteries * First Aid kit * Whistle to signal for help * Filter mask or cotton t-shirt, to help filter the air * Moist towelettes for sanitation * Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities * Manual can opener for canned food * Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place * Garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation * Unique family needs, such as daily prescription medications, infant formula or diapers, and important family documents For more information on hurricanes and how you can prepare Contact the Maui Civil Defense Agency at www.mauicounty.gov/ civildefense or 270-7285.

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Parks repairs, closures announced for Central, South Maui The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) recently announced restroom and playground repairs at various parks in Central and South Maui. The repairs are part of the department’s County-wide maintenance program to repair aging park restrooms, facilities and recreational equipment.

The repairs and related closures include the following: - The War Memorial Little League Field restrooms were closed on Tuesday, May 27, 2014

and are expected to reopen by June 26, 2014 in preparation for two upcoming events: the State Pony League Tournament in late June and the State Senior Softball Tournament in August.

- The First Entrance restrooms at Kanaha Beach Park and the restrooms at Paukukalo Park are expected to reopen on Wednesday, July 2, 2014. The projects will include plumbing fixture replacements, painting and general repair work.

Park Playground will be closed for repairs from June 17 to 21, 2014. A partial closure of the whale playground feature will remain in effect through June 30, 2014 while the structure undergoes extensive repairs.

The Parks Department thanks the public for its understanding and patience while these repairs are made. For more information, contact DPR at 808-270-7626 or the South Maui Parks and Recreation Office at 808-8794364.

- The South Maui Community

Recommendations in the event of an unintended acceleration BY: RONALD STEBEN

Unintended acceleration is a rare occurrence, but it’s still important for all drivers to become familiar with the response procedure for such a driving emergency. The more prepared they are, the less likely they’ll panic. Here are some general recommendations from AAA on what steps to take if the accelerator gets stuck: •

Stay calm but act quickly.

• Keep looking at the road ahead. Looking away from the road to see what’s wrong with the pedal will greatly increase the chances of a crash.

• Be sure your foot is completely off the accelerator.

Some stuck accelerator crashes have later been found to be the result of an honest mistake — the driver thought he or she was pushing on the brake. As soon as you are sure you have your foot off of the accelerator, brake firmly, applying strong, steady pressure. Do not pump the brakes.

the power assist to steering and braking to disengage and make it difficult or impossible to steer -- and harder to brake. Turning the key too far could possibly lock the steering wheel.

• Steer the car to a safe place and stop, and then turn off the engine. If stopped by the side of a road, turn on emergency flashers and put out flares or reflective triangles.

• Shift the vehicle’s If you are unable to get the transmission in neutral or, vehicle off the roadway, allow in a vehicle with standard the vehicle to come to a stop transmission, depress the clutch. and turn on emergency flashers.

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Workshops at Maui County Business Resource Center announced for June The County of Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Development recently announced its workshops for the month of June. 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. To reserve a seat, call the Maui County Business Resource Center at 873-8247. Workshops are free unless otherwise noted.

The following workshops are available: Business on the Grill with MBB Members – 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 10, 2014 - Maui County Business Resource Center, Maui Mall Ste B-9 At MCBRC, Maui Business Brainstormers (MBB) members meet every month to discuss, share and learn subjects related to staring, running and growing own business.

Spirited discussions result in information, education and fun.

The attendees and the expert business coach contribute with substance to the featured segments: 1) Get to Know your Neighbor: an opportunity to interact with new faces and strengthen own abilities to socialize with others in fast paced situations; page 10

2) Business on the Grill: This

segment creates a case study for mutual learning. A MBB member submits own business to be grilled. To apply for this segment, the business must be in operation with sales and the need to grow, but facing challenges.

3) Regular Brainstorming: Attendees have opportunity to present a challenge they are experiencing in their own business for group ideas and suggestions.

To attend, please RSVP at www.Meetup.com/ MauiBusinessBrainstormers.

Non-members need first to join the FREE membership of MBB. Understanding and Paying Off Debts for Individuals and Small Business Owners Instructor: Dr. Phil Lenefsky, DDS Thursday, June 12, 2104 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

This workshop focuses on being financially numerate or having a good knowledge of arithmetic and being able to understand and work with numbers. Did you know that there is a difference between good debt and bad debt? Would you like to learn how to pay off debts quickly? If you had a choice of debts to payoff, which one would you payoff first? Come to this workshop and get answers to these questions.

planner or attorney.

How to Offset the Cost of Your Employees’ Health Insurance Premiums Instructor: Nikki Baysa Tuesday, June 17, 2014 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Like it or not, the way we deal with healthcare costs as individuals and as business owners will now forever change due to the new healthcare law.

Are you a small business owner who is worried how all these changes will affect your bottom line? This workshop will help you understand some of the basics of Affordable Care Act, Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP), the Hawaii health insurance marketplace (the Connector) and the small business tax credits. Participants of this workshop will also learn about low cost and no cost health insurance coverage for individuals, families and part time employees. For small business employers and selfemployed individuals, this workshop is a must to also learn how to offset the cost of employees’ health insurance premiums to add to your revenue.

Are You Safe On Facebook… and on Other Social Media Sites?

Instructor: Nico Fisher

Dr. Lenefsky’s presentation is strictly for educations purposes.

Please review any action or plans you might undertake with your accountant, financial

Wednesday, June 18, 2014 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. – (Q & A 1:15 – 1:30 p.m.)

Learn the basics of internet

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safety. We all use a variety of online services, and each of them has different safety concerns. Do you have any concerns about people posting real life facts? Should they?

Can your email be reached from your online profiles? Is that safe? This workshop will provide you with a snapshot look at the latest safety changes on Facebook.

Emergency Preparedness for your Business or Organization Instructor: Rachel Heckscher

businesses do not reopen following a major disaster, according to the Institute for Business and Home Safety.

Rachel Heckscher has been working with the Department of Health to promote emergency preparedness since she arrived on Maui in 2005. She is also the Coordinator of Maui County Health Volunteers. Her background is in public health education, infectious disease epidemiology, and Spanish language interpreting.

Monday, June 23, 2014 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Cash Flow and Financing for a Start Up Company

As you may already know, the 2014 Pacific hurricane season has officially started. So, are you prepared for a disaster or public health emergency?

Learn how to get started with a preparedness strategy for your organization.

Business owners invest a tremendous amount of time, money and resources to make their ventures successful, and yet, while the importance of emergency planning may seem self-evident, it is often put on the back burner. For small business owners, being prepared can mean staying in business following a disaster.

An estimated 25 percent of

Instructor: Gretchen G. Voxland, CFBS, CLU, ChFC Tuesday, June 24, 2014 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

In this workshop, we will be taking a look at a REAL live start up construction company and learn from their experience.

Basically we will review a couple vignettes of a masonry company in their early years and how they have handled cash flow and financing issues. As we go through a peak into another business we will discuss more in detail some of the challenges and solutions they found that

were helpful to them in going forward. Gretchen G. Voxland is the owner of Horizon Financial, LLC and has been teaching UH Maui College’s Complete Financial Workshop for the last 10 years.

Market Research on a Budget Instructor: Christine Pawliuk, MBA, MLISc Wednesday, June 25, 2014 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Come learn how to take advantage of the free research services that are available to Maui’s entrepreneurs! Whether you are starting a business, expanding, or looking for new markets to help weather tough times, you will need accurate market research to make the best decisions for your business.

This workshop will teach you about the research tools and services available to Maui’s small businesses. Christine Pawliuk, MBA, MLISc, is the Research Librarian at the Hawaii Business Research Library, a specialty center of the Hawaii Small Business Development Center Network that provides customized research services to Hawaii’s entrepreneurs.

County Kitchen BAKED AVOCADO FRIES

by Sarah Shim 2 Firm-ripe medium avocados, pitted, peeled and sliced into ½ in. wedges ¼ Cup Flour 1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt 2 Large Eggs, beaten 1¼ Cup Panko (Japanese bread crumbs) Grated Parmesan for Serving (Optional) Preheat oven 450 degrees.

Cut an avocado into wedges then coat avocado slices in flour, dip in egg the roll in panko.

Spray cooking rack with non-stick spray. Place rack on a cookie sheet. Spread wedges on rack.

Spray top of wedges with olive oil then sprinkle with salt. Bake 20 minutes or until golden brown. (Note: Turn oven up to 500 last 5 minutes to expedite browning.)

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B & C Highlight:

Cost of Government Commission BY: LOIS WHITNEY The Cost of Government Commission (CGC) helps the County promote economy, efficiency and improved service to the public by reviewing existing County operations and policies and making recommendations to improve them. The CGC submits an annual report of its findings and recommendations to the Mayor and the County Council.

Highlights: Recent agenda items included a presentation on Sunshine Law by the Department of the Corporation Counsel, discussion on recommendations to be included in the CGC’s 2014-2015 Annual Report, and an update by the Office of the County Auditor on the relationship between the Office of the County Auditor and the CGC. (Note: A resolution is pending in the Council’s Committee on Policy and Intergovernmental

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Affairs which, if passed, may trigger a General Election ballot question calling for an amendment to the County Charter regarding the Cost of Government Commission. As this issue was going to print, the exact wording of the resolution was still under review.)

Members of the Cost of Government Commission: • Calmentina Gomes (Kahului) – Chair – 03/31/2019 • Yuki Lei Sugimura (Kula) – Vice Chair – 03/31/2018 • Gregory G. Evans (Kihei) – 03/31/2018 • Kent Hiranaga (Paia) – 03/31/2019 • Gabriel Hoeffken (Kula) – 03/31/2019 •

Stanford Lanias (Wailuku)

– 03/31/2019 • E. Gayle Long (Wailuku) – 03/31/2018 • Dale Thompson (Lahaina) – 03/31/2018 • John Watling (Kihei) – 03/31/2019 Additional info: Supporting Department: Office of the County Auditor Ph. 463-3192 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.

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DID YOU KNOW THAT . . .?

BY: SIMONE C. POLAK An abstract of an article published in The American Journal of Cardiology recently caught my eye. The article is called “Effect of Anger and Trait Forgiveness on Cardiovascular Risk in Young Adult Females.” My curiosity raised, I read through the abstract which describes a study performed on 308 women volunteers designed to objectively measure the effect of emotions on heart response. The researchers were able to demonstrate a contrast between a negative emotion (anger) and a process to let it go (forgiveness). Anger was associated with potential adverse cardiac outcomes, that is, cardiac risks including elevated blood pressure and increased ventricular work were noted. Forgiveness, on the other hand, was associated with such cardioprotective factors as lower blood pressure, reduced ventricular work, and lower oxygen demand by the heart. The authors of the study found that the cardioprotective effects of forgiveness were similar to those seen with the use of beta blockers.

Beta-blockers are medications used to slow down the heartbeat, decrease the force of the heart muscles contractions, and reduce blood vessel contraction.

Ultimately, the research suggests that there may be clinical relevance to interventions which are aimed at decreasing anger while increasing forgiveness.

Of course, this raises the issue of what form should such intervention take. In a society where the daily slogan is “there’s an app for that,” medicine is expected to heal with pharmaceuticals without requiring much effort on part of the patient, “à la there is a pill for that.” And when it comes to something as delicate as the process of forgiveness which is an internal process requiring a lot of hard work versus an external process of just taking a pill, the choice for most people would be obvious – yes, they would opt for the pill. Yet, although the use of beta blocker pills is helpful and can be easily prescribed, issues such as side effects, polypharmacy (use of multiple medications), higher cost, and, reliance on external

remedies to maintain health can be problematic. By comparison, through the process of forgiveness one can stimulate self-healing mechanisms from within with little harm, thereby reducing the need to add more pills, and enjoy the potential to significantly improve the overall quality of one’s life.

Practically speaking, although forgiveness is a simple choice, because it is a complex process, many people may not know the steps to take to go through the process, nor would they necessarily seek the assistance of behavioral health professionals.

And unless you become aware that forgiveness likely would result in some real health benefits, you may shy away from the process of forgiveness altogether.

You may ask, so what is the nature of forgiveness? The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health has a handout on forgiveness available as PDF download which provides people with a basic series of steps to follow in working through the process of forgiving a wrong done to you. The PDF explains the concept of forgiveness as follows:

interfere when you try to create new relationships.

• Forgiveness can take a lot of time and hard work.

• Forgiveness need not require ‘making up’ with the person who caused the harm. It is an internal process. It is primarily for you. The goal is to help you heal, to help you grow.

• Thinking about forgiveness may not be enough. For many, tapping into principles described in various spiritual traditions from around the world is necessary. Meditation, interpersonal dialogues, and intense emotional work may be essential parts of the forgiveness process for many people.

As always, if the anger remains after doing the steps outlined in the PDF and consulting some of the listed resourced in the handout, or you know that your process of forgiveness will require professional help, don’t hesitate to get the help you need – you deserve to be mentally, emotionally, and physically in the best shape!

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• Forgiveness is a transformation.

The key is to release suffering and increase inner peace and understanding.

• Forgiveness is NOT forgetting. In fact, you have to remember and acknowledge negative emotions and events before forgiveness can occur.

• Forgiveness is NOT pardoning, excusing, or saying that something will be treated as acceptable behavior in the future.

• Forgiveness is, first and foremost, done for the person doing the forgiving.

• Forgiveness is a path to freedom.

It frees you from the control of the person who caused the harm. They lose their power to cause you to feel negative emotions.

• Forgiveness can break old patterns that might otherwise

- Am J Cardiol 2014 Apr 21;[EPub Ahead of Print] May RW, SanchezGonzalez MA, Hawkins KA, Batchelor WB, Fincham FD. - http://www.fammed.wisc.edu/ sites/default/files/webfm-uploads/ documents/outreach/im/handout_ forgiveness.pdf 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.

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Kupaianaha “Blessings of Life” BY: TIFFANY IIDA 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 tiffany.iida@mauicounty.gov for inclusion in future issues of The High Street Journal.

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Congratulations to Stacie Takahashi on graduating with a Doctor of Pharmacy Quee en Mia a Rivera ra and Kin ng Dyllan n degree from the Daniel K. Wa te Wait Inouye College of Pharmacy, Proud Parents, Carlos & University of Hawaii at Hilo Jenny Rivera, Tax Clerk, Real on May 17, 2014. Stacie is the Property Assessment Division, daughter of Greg Takahashi, Department of Finance wrote… Business Administrator, Maui The sound of the conch shells Police Department and Alma echoed in the courtyard of Takahashi, Accountant IV, Wailuku Elementary School on Department of Environmental Friday, May 16. It was the start Management, and the sister of the May Day program and of Derek Takahashi, Civil the introductions of the Royal Engineer IV, Department of Court. Kahili Bearers started the Environmental Management. walk in the courtyard followed

by Queen Mia Rivera, King Dillon Waite, and the rest of the Royal Court. It was a day of mixed emotions, as the Queen is our daughter and this will be her last May Day celebration.

We have watched her grow throughout the years and are very proud of her countless accomplishments. She has been such a great blessing to our family, especially an awesome big sister to Baylie.

Today we want to give our thanks and our love to our beautiful daughter, Mia. Anth hon ny Ara akaki & Marc Takam morri We wish Mia and her fellow classmates continued success JoAnne Johnson-Winer, in middle school and in the Director of the Department years to come. of Transportation would

like to congratulate Marc Takamori, Deputy Director of the Department of Transportation and Anthony Arakaki, Program Manager of the Community Development Block Grant Department.

Both received their Masters in Business Administration from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, Shidler College of Business on May 17, 2014 at the Stan Sheriff Center.

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Jan Roberson, aka “Science Grannie Jan,” Aging and Disability Specialist II with the Office on Aging, Department of Housing and Human Concerns would like to congratulate and recognize her 6-year-old grandson Steve Roberson for graduating the first grade at Doris Todd School in May. According to Jan, Steve is headed for a surfing career unless his “Science Grannie Jan”

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can influence him to choose a career in astronomy.

understanding between the people of the United States and Samoa, prepare youth leaders to become responsible citizens, spark an interest in learning about foreign cultures, and develop a cadre of Americans with cultural understanding who are able to advance international dialogue and compete effectively in the global economy.

Ju ustiin Rob bersson

Alexandria will be traveling to the University of Wyoming in August for a pre-trip orientation and later to Samoa from December 13, 2014 to January 5, 2015. Participants travel abroad to gain firsthand knowledge of foreign cultures and to examine globally significant issues such as food security and nutrition.

Congratulations Alexandria and enjoy your upcoming trips!

Another of Jan’s grandsons, a surf champion in the making, Justin Roberson, 7, took home top honors at the Lahaina Harbor Contest last month in the 10 and under division.

Congratulations Justin!

Carm melo Ho witth tth he Verkerk kess Alex xan ndriia Tyau

Alexandria Tyau, 9th grader at Maui High School and a 4-H-er with the GG’s (God’s Girls) 4-H club, was one of 21 youth selected from across the western United States for the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs American Youth Leadership Program-Samoa exchange. Alexandria is the daughter of Georgette Tyau, Administrative Assistant II, Department of Liquor Control and Brian Tyau, Electronic Technician I, Department of Water Supply.

The American Youth Leadership Program (AYLP) with Samoa is designed to advance mutual

Carmela Ho, Computer System Support Tech III, Information Technology Services Division, Department of Management, graduated from the University of Hawai`i Maui College with a Bachelors of Applied Science degree in Applied Business and Information Technology on May 18, 2014. Carmela said, “It’s never too late to go after your dreams.” Congratulations Carmela and thank you for reminding us to always pursue our dreams!

Scott Wells, Real Property Appraiser III, Real Property Assessment, Department of Finance, would like to recognize his daughter, Erica Wells, who graduated from Maui High School as a

Erica a Wellss with her parentss

Valedictorian, BOE Recognition Diploma with Honors, Summa Cum Laude. She will be attending Seattle University in the fall and majoring in Sport & Exercise Science and minoring in Mathematics.

She has received scholarships from Rotary International, Hawaii State Federal Credit Union, Realtors Association of Maui, Seattle University and Dr.’s Baum & Inouye.

Congratulations Erica and best of luck in college.

Ryvette Figueroa, Tax Clerk II, Real Property Assessment, Department of Finance and Patrick Figueroa, Jr. are very proud to announce that their daughter, Aloha Figueroa, was the Queen for Lihikai Aloohaa Figgu gueroa o Elementary School’s 2014 May Day Royal Court. The program was held

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Friday, May 23, 2014. The theme for the May Day program was “Appreciating Hawai`i.” Aloha danced hula to “Lei Ho‘oheno,” and the Royal court danced the “Maui Waltz.”

put together a continental breakfast to wish Happy Birthday to the staff born in May. The May babies include May-Anne Alibin (front centergray jacket), Eleonor CarlosGalapon (no photo) and Vicki Constantino (2nd rowcenter with Crown flower Lei) Wishing all of you a very Happy Birthday!

University of Hawai`i Manoa on May 17. Kelly earned her Masters Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She is planning on becoming a Speech Pathologist. Congratulations Kelly and good luck in your future endeavors.

Kari Sto ock kwelll & Me ellvin na Kanaha

Deanna “Dee” Thyssen, Secretary to the Director of the Department of Finance would like to recognize Kari Stockwell (May 14), Appraiser V, Real Property Assessment, Department of Finance and Melvina Kanaha (May 17), Information Services Supervisor, Real Property Assessment, Department of Finance, for celebrating birthdays in the month of May. They had a white birthday cake, whipped cream frosting, custard filling with sliced bananas, topped with sliced strawberries smothered in a special sauce. Happy Birthday ladies...Hope your day was extra-special!

Depa arttmentt of Fin nance Acco oun nts & Direccto or’s Offi fficce Staff ff

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May--An nne e Aliibin bin wi with t Deanna th Thysssen n, Jo o Ann Ag gsallog, and Suttji Guntter

Jo oyce e-A Ann n Co ochon chon-C -Ceb eb e bri r cos, Jir i eh Coch hon n-Ce ebriccos, Jo Ann Agsalog g and Danny y Agsalog lo og

Finance Director Danny Agsalog, his wife, Jo Ann Deanna “Dee” Thyssen Agsalog and youngest would also like to recognize daughter, Joyce-Ann are Birthday Super-Star, May-Anne proud to announce the Alibin, Assistant Accounts graduation of oldest daughter System Administrator for the Jireh Cochon-Cebricos. She Department of Finance. Maygraduated on the Dean’s List Anne celebrated her birthday with her Bachelor of Science in on May 1. “She previously Food Science after two years worked in the Budget office from University of Hawai`i at as a Senior Budget Specialist Manoa. She will go back to UH and joined us in the Accounts in the fall to begin her Master Division as Assistant Accounts of Science in Food Science System Administrator on while working as a research January 6, 2014,” Dee said. “We assistant in the food processing are very honored to have Maylab at the department. In the Anne in our Department.” meantime, she is enjoying her summer break by Lei Smith, exploring Maui Building since she has spent Permit most of her time Clerk in on Oahu. During the DSA the third week of Division, June however, she and her is flying to New husband, Orleans, Louisiana Jeff Smith, to attend the attended annual convention their of the Institute of daughter Food Technologists, Kelly of which she is Smith’s a member. After graduation that, Jireh will fly to ceremony Manila for a monthat Je eff Smith & Kelly ly Smit mith long vacation.

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to help graduates navigate a modern, interconnected socioeconomic and political environment. Students learn to demonstrate leadership while managing tough financial, leadership, human resource, and project/program management problems.

Roya al Laha aina Tenn nnis Team

Jo ohn n J. Fujjitta wit ith h hi h s fa amily y

Congratulations to Department of Finance’s Accounts Administrator Wayne Fujita and wife Kim Fujita on their son John J. Fujita who graduated with a Doctorate in Pharmacy with honors from University of Hawai`i at Hilo on May 17, 2014.

MAPA LIVE! presents a new production of “Miss Saigon” on August 15-17 & 22-24 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Castle Theater. Tickets on sale from June 30 at the MACC Box Office.

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County of Maui’s Managing Director Keith Regan received a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Southern California on May 16, 2014.

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree program is offered by the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy (“Price School”) at the University of Southern California. The program trains students to be leaders who will solve today’s critical social problems. It connects extensive research to real-world solutions

Directed by David C. Johnston, this production stars Department of Environmental Management’s Sharon Zalsos as “Kim,” and Trey Andaya, son of Mayor’s Chief of Staff Herman Andaya, Jr. and Department of Public Works’ Rowena Dagdag-Andaya, will share the role of “Tam” within his cousin Caleb. Members of the Ensemble include Rowena Dagdag-Andaya and Department of Finance’s Julie Kawamura.

Julie was a cast member in last year’s production of “Les Miserables” and is an active member of the theater community.

Congratulations to Ailana Suehiro and her Royal Lahaina Tennis team who competed in and won the 14 & Under, 3.0 Division during the USTA Junior Team Tennis Sectionals held on Oahu on May 17-18. Ailana is the daughter of Department of Water Supply’s Linette Kanoholani Suehiro. Also on the team is Kaelyn Kato, daughter of Debra Kato from Housing and Human Concerns, Kaunoa Senior Service Division.

The team has advanced to Nationals, which will be held in South Carolina in October.

Selen na Ma ariie Rodriiguess

Bruce Milliken, Purchasing Specialist with the Department of Finance and his wife Carol would like to congratulate their granddaughter, Selena Marie Rodrigues, on being crowned as the 2014 Little Miss Barrio Fiesta at the recent 45th Annual Barrio Fiesta.

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Selena was one of six very deserving and talented contestants in the age 5–12 category. Selena also took first place in formal wear, talent, and sportwear, and was recognized as being the most photogenic.

Keith Regan.

Congratulations to Department of Environmental Management’s Allen Atkinson’s youngest son, Kia’iho’omalu Atkinson, on graduating from Hawaiian Immersion papa 5 (5th grade) at Paia school.

Selena is the daughter of Christina & Kamuela Rodrigues, and also the granddaughter of Peter and Charlene (deceased) Rodrigues, both retired County of Maui employees.

The family is grateful to the Barrio Fiesta staff and volunteers for putting on such a wonderful event for the children, and believe that this event stands above all others in terms of making all of these little girls truly experience being princesses.

Congratulations to Karissa Ginoza and Riley Regan on receiving the Pueo Award from their respective teachers at a recent end of school year Karrisssaa Gino no n oza awards assembly held at Pu`u Kukui Elementary School.

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Karissa is the daughter of Kim Ginoza and Department of Environmental Management’s Kyle Ginoza.

Riley is the son of Lynn Araki-Regan and Department of Management’s

Dusttin n Me ettzl z er, Jr.

Congratulations to Dustin Metzler, Jr., son of Department of Environmental Management’s Sharon Zalsos, who placed the winning bid for friend Kupono Clark’s pig, Tamale, at the 4-H Live Auction recently held at the Upcountry Fair.

Congratulations also to Allen’s oldest son Hollis Atkinson on graduating from Hawaiian Immersion at Kekaulike High School!

Gabrrie el Gunt n er

Congratulations to Gabriel Gunter of California Lutheran University on his outstanding performance with his university’s baseball team. Thanks to Gabriel and his teammates, California Lutheran University won the South California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC) Post Season Tournament Championship.

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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.”

Congratulations to Ana Makoni who recently began employment with the Department of Prosecuting Attorney as its Victim Witness Program Director.

Fire Stations. His promotion took effect on May 16, 2014; he is assigned to HM-10 “C” Watch, at the Kahului Fire Station.

The Department of the Corporation Counsel bids farewell to Deputy Corporation Counsel, Mary Blaine (affectionately known as “Mimi”) Johnston.

Mimi vigorously defended the County for 7 years in numerous enforcement cases until her retirement on May 30, 2014. Mimi celebrated her retirement with her colleagues of the Department of the Corporation Counsel both past and present, and enjoyed a nice luncheon and gifts. We will miss her!

The Department of the Corporation Counsel welcomes three new Deputies Corporation Counsel:

Stteven n Thy yne, Asstt. Chieff Da Davi vid d Th Thyn yne e, Bra ad Ven nturra & Ro oss Ohiga ashi of the e Dep pt.. off Firre & Publlic Safetty

Four of Department of Fire & Public Safety’s Incident Management team members, Steven Thyne, Assistant Chief David Thyne, Brad Ventura, and Ross Ohigashi, participated in the Slide Fire that occurred in Arizona a few weeks ago. According to Arizona state officials, this was the largest fire in the history of the Coconino National Forest. This area (Sedona/Oak Creek Canyon) is also in the top 20 most popular/visited destinations in the nation.

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The Department of Fire & Public Safety recently announced a promotion within the department.

Greg Shinyama was promoted to Firefighter II Hazardous Materials Specialist. He has been with the department for nine years, having spent time at the Hana, Wailea, and Kahului

Jerrie L. Sheppard, 5/1/2014, joining us from the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney, County of Maui; Jerrie is assigned to the Counseling and Drafting Division.

Kristin K. Tarnstrom, 5/12/2014, joining us from Crosby & Rowell, LLP, Oakland, California; Kristin is assigned to our Litigation Divsion; and Brian A. Bilberry, 6/2/2014, joining us from Roeca Luria Hiraoka, LLP, Honolulu, Hawaii; Brian is assigned to our Litigation Division.

We are very pleased to have them all on board!

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Various events, volunteer opportunities available at Kaunoa BY: DANA ACOSTA BLOSSOMS FOR THE BRAVE, the May 23rd community lei-making event held on the front lawn of the County building, successfully generated over 3,000 lei, enough for every grave at the Maui Veterans Cemetery in Makawao for Memorial Day ceremonies.

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Summer Fun for All! A Summer Evening of Jazz welcomes world class singer, songwriter, and musician Kelly Covington for a memorable night of music, dancing and memories on Friday, June 13, 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Bacon Burgers & Wii Bowling at West Maui Senior Center Vietnam Veteran and Kaunoa Volunteer Roy Nakasone patiently taught Fire Fighter III Michael McDonald how to turn ti-leaves into lei. on Wednesday, June 18, 5 p.m.

– 8 p.m. Warm up your bowling arm for a fun-filled evening of ono grinds and friendly Wii Bowling!

Mahalo nui loa to all who contributed pre-sewn lei, loose flowers and tileaves, as well as everyone who stopped by to make lei with us under the tent; all contributions Korean War Veterans Warren Nishida and Lloyd were proudly place a count on the lei-meter as very muchSodetani the day came to a close. appreciated.

Our sincere gratitude also goes out to event partners who helped in every facet of the event: Mayor Alan Arakawa & staff; First Lady Ann Arakawa; members of the Korean War Veterans Association, Maui No Ka Oi Chapter 282; countless community sponsors and media partners; Public Works Department staff ; Maui Fire Department personnel; our wonderful entertainers; and all the priceless volunteers!

Grand Summer Fun with Your Grand Children: Cupcake Wars II with Judy Ridolfino, on Thursday, June 12, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., invites friendly competition with the results judged on taste, originality, presentation and imagination. (photo) FROZEN on Monday, June 16, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., enjoy this widely acclaimed animated Disney film.

Maui Golf & Sports Park, Tuesday, June 17, 10 a.m.

– 2 p.m., celebrate summer with unlimited mini golf.

Volunteer opportunities, classes and activities are open to people 55 and better. For a full listing of events and opportunities, call the Kaunoa offices at 808-270-7308 or 808-661-9432 to receive the monthly newsletter. Kaunoa Senior Services is a division of the County of Maui Department of Housing and Human Concerns.

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The Heat is On! MAPA LIVE! presents the Maui premiere of Miss Saigon at the MACC For the first time ever on a Maui stage, MAPA LIVE! presents the daring pop opera Miss Saigon two weekends only at Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Castle Theater. One of the longest running shows in Broadway history, Miss Saigon is both a stunning theatrical spectacle and a deeply personal love story. Amidst the turmoil of the Vietnam War, an American soldier and a Vietnamese bar girl fall in love, only to become separated during the confusion of the fall of Saigon.

Produced by the company that brought the epic sensation Les Misérables to Maui last summer, Miss Saigon is a timeless story of loss and love, a scathing indictment of the shattering devastation of war and a moving testament to the resiliency of the human spirit.

“The success of our production of Les Misérables showed us that Maui audiences Department of Enironmental Management’s Sharon Zalsos will play the role of Kim and are hungry for high-quality, Ricky Jones as Chris in Miss Saigon.

Broadway-caliber productions featuring local talent,” said Aricayos as the Engineer, Neil Clevenger as John, MAPA’s Executive & Artistic Director David C. Leighanna Locke as Ellen, Barry Kawakami as Johnston. “We are honored to bring Miss Saigon – Thuy and Hoku Pavao as Gigi. The production a tale of passion, courage and sacrifice – to Maui is directed by David C. Johnston, with music audiences for the first time.” direction by Gary Shin-Leavitt, choreography by Andre Morissette, scenic design by Dan Hays and A modern adaptation of Puccini’s Madame lighting design by Mark Astrella. A 25-piece live Butterfly, Miss Saigon was created by the writers orchestra brings the score to life. of Les Misérables, Alain Boublil and ClaudeMichel Schönberg with Richard Maltby, Jr. who Miss Saigon opens August 15 and runs Fridays were initially inspired by a haunting photo of and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:00 a young child caught between cultures during pm through August 24 in Maui Arts & Cultural the Vietnam War. An international sensation for Center’s Castle Theater. On Sunday, August the past 25 years, Miss Saigon is “a triumphantly 17, audience members are invited to stay for vibrant, courageous work of musical theater,” “AfterWords,” a talk back with members of the according to the Chicago Tribune. With its rich, artistic team and cast immediately following melodious score, the show has won 30 major the matinee. For more information about the theatre awards including three Tony Awards, four production, contact MAPA at 808-244-8760 or Drama Desk Awards and three Outer Critics Circle visit www.mauiacademy.org.

Awards.

Tickets to Miss Saigon are $15-$65 (plus MAPA LIVE’s 50-member cast features a treasure applicable facility fees) and are available through trove of Maui talent including Department of the MACC Box Office: www.mauiarts.org or 808Environmental Management’s Sharon Zalsos 242-SHOW (7469) beginning Monday, June 30. as Kim, Ricky Jones as Chris, Kepa Cabanilla-

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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.

The County of Maui Tax Sale was held on May 20, 2014 at the Kihei Community Center. The Outstanding Team from Real Property Assessment and Real Property Collections work very hard to collect all taxes due on parcels that are scheduled to be auctioned at the Tax Sale. This incredible team works very professionally, proficiently and always with a smile on their faces.

On behalf of the Director’s office, thank you all for always doing a fantastic job every day to serve our County and during the Tax Sale each year.

Top row-left to right: Gery Madriaga, Eddie Manzano, Dreu DeCastro, Andrew Figueroa, Kekoa Gushman, Scott Teruya.

2nd row-left to right: Vanessa Ribao, Rosebella Baclaan, Abi Fernandez, Ivy Takushi, Ashley Howard. Bottom row-left to right: Nancy Swienton, Tammy Pojas, Lauren Arakawa, Sutji Gunter, Tracy Maenaka, Dee Dee Thyssen (Auctioneer), Seiko Machida.

Dustin D. Metzler, Jr., son of Dept. of Environmental Management’s Sharon Zalsos, and KingsLee I`maika`lii Takamiya with Mayor Arakawa at the Makawao Veterans Cemetery on Memorial Day.

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More Photos . . .

Managing Director Keith Regan presents a proclamation on the new Enhance Fitness program to the Department of Housing & Human Concerns.

County officials at the “Trade Winds� movie premiere. Congratulations to Dr. Jeffrey Thomas, his wife Maria, the entire cast, and everyone involved in this wonderful and touching film.

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Photos from the 45th Annual Barrio Fiesta

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Photos: Ryan Piros