No 25 Mililani-Waipi'o Neighborhood Board Regular Meeting October 2025
Mililani Waipio Melemanu Neighborhood Board Meeting – October 22
Meeting Opening and Roll Call
The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 22, at Mililani High School’s H Building. It was conducted both in person and via Webex. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board chair reminded attendees that everyone should virtually or physically raise their hands to speak and be recognized. The neighborhood board assistant took roll call, confirming that 18 members were present, thus establishing quorum.
Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) Monthly Report
A representative from Mililani Fire Station third watch provided statistics for September 2025. These included 3 structure fires, 4 brush fires, 3 nuisance fires, 1 cooking fire, 8 soundings of fire alarms with no fire, 55 medical emergencies, and 4 motor vehicle crashes. The safety message focused on holiday season fire prevention, encouraging the use of fire-resistant decorations, careful selection of electrical items, and never leaving candles unattended. The board thanked HFD for the information, and no questions were raised before HFD concluded its report.
Honolulu Police Department (HPD) Monthly Report
A lieutenant from the Wahiawa Police Station shared crime statistics for the past month in the North Shore, Wahiawa, and Mililani areas. Police responded to 4 assaults, 1 robbery, and 39 motor vehicle collisions, with a total of 1,052 calls for service. HPD emphasized holiday-season vigilance, suggesting that residents lock windows and doors, properly maintain burglar alarms, and keep inventory of valuables. Residents asked questions about ongoing problems with homeless individuals near a tunnel, unlicensed vehicles on public streets, and confrontation concerns. Officers advised calling 911 to report suspicious activity and clarified the steps needed to cite or remove vehicles, including abandoned cars and illegally parked boats. Board members also asked for updates on parking enforcement near busy parks, recent robberies near Waipio Gentry, and security measures for upcoming holidays. HPD assured the board that staffing efforts are growing and that patrols are adjusted in response to reports and calls.
Board of Water Supply (BWS) Report
A BWS representative announced there were no main breaks in the region during the previous month. Ongoing emphasis remains on voluntary water conservation. The latest 2026 BWS calendar recently became available, and copies can be provided upon request. There were no questions from the board or community regarding BWS matters.
Community Concerns
A community member expressed frustration with homeless encampments and vehicles lacking license plates near a tunnel in Mililani. She described unsafe encounters and recent instances of trash and fires. HPD encouraged calling 911 to document illegal activity and explained that removing unregistered vehicles requires multiple steps. Concerns were also raised about parking violations, overshadowed corners during sports events, boat parking rules, and the process by which to label a boat abandoned or in storage on city roads. The board directed residents to existing city channels to report abandoned vehicles and to continue contacting HPD about immediate safety issues in order to facilitate enforcement.
38th Annual Mililani Holiday Parade Presentation
Representatives of the Mililani Lions Club outlined preparations for the 38th Annual Mililani Holiday Parade. They shared that HPD will enact rolling intersections to allow traffic flow and pause the parade at intervals. No major vote was required from the board, and board members expressed support of the club’s efforts to keep the community informed, minimize parking disruptions, and ensure safety. The parade date and route were discussed, with emphasis on signage, community announcements, and historically high attendance.
Consideration of Additional Dog-Friendly Parks
A board member presented survey results showing that many participants supported allowing dogs on leash in at least one additional city park within the Mililani area. Some residents voiced concerns about pet waste, potential confrontations between dogs and children, and enforcement challenges. Others highlighted that allowing more official dog-friendly spaces might encourage better self-policing by responsible pet owners. The board discussed specifying one or more parks to designate for dogs on leash, while also acknowledging that any changes would require new signage and consistent enforcement. The board agreed to revisit the matter and possibly vote at the November meeting to form a final recommendation to the Department of Parks and Recreation.
Board Business and Committee Reports
The board approved the previous month’s minutes with a minor note to correct a reported location of vandalism. Several board committees provided updates on local infrastructure, transportation, and planning topics. One member highlighted that Skyline rail ridership has surged since the airport and Kalihi Transit Center segments opened. Another stated that contraflow activities on Kamehameha Highway would occur to accommodate a mural painting project. Education reports included mention of strong literacy efforts at the Mililani Public Library and an upcoming book club. The board chair confirmed issues such as speeding concerns on Kuahelani Avenue would be addressed through studies ordered by the city’s Department of Transportation Services.
Elected Officials’ Reports
Representatives from the governor’s and mayor’s offices joined in person or via Webex to address issues including the local impact of potential federal government shutdowns, unemployment insurance options for furloughed workers, and city-level responses to the high volume of mail-in vehicle registrations. The mayor’s representative reported on the Honolulu Charter Commission’s ongoing review process. Various council and legislative offices spoke about bills to strengthen community engagement in land use permit applications, improvements to the city’s online permit database, expansion of local housing projects, the Nourishing Hawaii’s Future efforts for school cafeterias, and upcoming community events. They discussed the possibility of more efficient ways to manage abandoned vehicles and offered details about job fairs, upcoming legislative programs, and leadership training opportunities for high school students.
Announcements and Meeting Conclusion
The board reminded attendees that the next monthly meeting would be on November 19 rather than the usual fourth Wednesday to avoid conflicting with Thanksgiving. SFA, a developer with ongoing projects, is expected to provide a visual presentation at that meeting. Several community events were also noted, including Halloween festivities around Mililani. The meeting adjourned at 9:02 p.m. after all agenda items were addressed.