No 26 Wahiawā Whitmore Village Neighborhood Board Regular Meeting September 2026
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26 Wahiawa-Whitmore Village Neighborhood Board Meeting – September 23, 2026
Police Statistics and Online Reporting
Wahiawā Police Station Night Watch Commander Lieutenant Scott Vieira reported 12 assaults, no robberies, four burglaries, three unauthorized entries into motor vehicles, and 62 motor-vehicle collisions in Wahiawā during the previous month. The collision count included incidents ranging from minor fender-benders to major crashes requiring vehicles to be towed. HPD handled 1,220 calls for service. Vieira reminded residents that nonemergency matters can be reported through HonoluluPD.org, where an online questionnaire helps determine whether a report is eligible for online filing. Residents should still call 911 when any screening question indicates an emergency, when evidence must be collected, or when an officer must personally respond. HPD encouraged residents to report suspicious or problematic activity rather than remain silent because they are concerned about inconveniencing police.
Pedestrian Bridge Policing and Security Concerns
Board members questioned how HPD would patrol and secure the proposed pedestrian bridge connecting the Whitmore agricultural lands with the California Avenue area when substantial community opposition remains. Concerns included the bridge’s proposed 24-hour access, nighttime use, lighting, terrain, unwanted access beneath or around the structure, and the likelihood that the city and first responders would inherit ongoing safety responsibilities after the state completes construction. Lieutenant Vieira emphasized that he was not authorized to state an official HPD position, but said existing bridges entering Wahiawā already create enforcement and access problems because of difficult terrain. A new bridge could pose similar problems if its design does not adequately keep people out of unsafe or unauthorized areas. He agreed to refer the matter through HPD’s chain of command.
Bridge Lighting, Access, and Patrol Responsibilities
Participants gave differing accounts of the bridge’s anticipated security arrangements. The chair recalled being told approximately a year earlier that the project would not provide lighting or security, despite workers potentially using the bridge before dawn. Another board member said that during a Kiewit project visit, officials stated that the pathway would be lighted. The board was also told that an Agribusiness Development Corporation security guard could monitor the ADC side, while the opposite side might remain an HPD responsibility. A resident noted that dark conditions could also endanger unhoused people beneath the bridge. The board asked for clearer and updated information on lighting, hours, patrol jurisdiction, and emergency access. HPD also took note of a separate inquiry concerning current daytime access restrictions near the DMV side of an area under discussion and said it would seek a response about the duration of those restrictions.
Fire Department and Congressional Reports
The Honolulu Fire Department was called for its monthly report, but no report was presented. Congresswoman Jill Tokuda’s representative was also not available when called, and the board indicated it could return to the office later if a representative joined. No subsequent congressional report was given during the meeting.
Army Employment Fair
The U.S. Army announced a public hiring fair scheduled for October 19 at the Helemano Military Reservation training room from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walk-ins will be accepted if applicants bring two references, proof of identification, a Social Security card, a résumé, and an application. The Army particularly highlighted Child and Youth Services positions, which may include retirement benefits, access to recreational facilities, discounted childcare, training opportunities, and commissary and PX privileges.
Army Range and Readiness Training
The Army reported ongoing Central Oʻahu training, including East Range small-arms activity from September 21 through 25, aviation training through the end of September, and artillery, mortar, and demolition exercises at Schofield Barracks through September 25 and again from September 26 through 30. Some training would occur during both daytime and nighttime hours. The annual Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center exercise was scheduled for November 1 through 16 as a continuous 24-hour operation. Residents could expect military vehicles and related traffic as units mobilized in advance. A board member asked whether the exercise would interfere with Wahiawā’s November 11 Veterans Day Parade; the Army representative did not expect interference but agreed that units participating in the parade should be considered.
Military Vehicles on Public Roads
Board members asked military drivers to remain in the right lane and, when traveling from Haleʻiwa toward Wahiawā, use safe pullouts to allow long lines of civilian traffic to pass. The Army said reminders had been sent to the 25th Infantry Division. The board also requested clarification on whether military vehicles may use public highways and local streets when alternative military routes exist, specifically asking about California Avenue, Kealani Avenue, Kamehameha Highway, Whitmore, and Poamoho. Members noted that already-deteriorated roads may face additional wear from heavy vehicles and asked whether the military contributes funding toward state or city road maintenance. The Army representative agreed to research the applicable route rules and any financial contributions.
East Range Vegetation and Wildfire Prevention
Representative Amy Perruso formally renewed concerns about vegetation management along East Range on both the Wahiawā and Launani Valley sides. She said Army leadership had repeatedly indicated that vegetation was addressed in response to individual complaints, rather than through a regular preventive schedule. With a transition from El Niño toward La Niña expected to bring drier conditions and a higher wildfire risk, she requested a proactive vegetation-management plan that does not require residents to file repeated complaints. She noted that residents recalled more consistent maintenance approximately 15 to 18 years ago and asked the Army to provide a response at the next neighborhood board meeting.
Helicopter Noise and Low-Altitude Flights
Several residents objected to Army helicopter flights late at night, sometimes around 11 p.m. or as late as 3 or 4 a.m., as well as flights low enough to rattle homes, overwhelm televisions, and allow residents to see occupants inside the aircraft. Areas mentioned included neighborhoods near Wahiawā Middle School, the city yard, the high school, and East Range. The Army explained that aviation training must follow designated corridors, flight rules, and local air-traffic-control directions, which can affect altitude and routing. Residents said earlier complaints had not produced meaningful responses, while the Army representative explained that calls sometimes arrive as private numbers or without voicemail messages, preventing callbacks. The current complaint number was confirmed as 808-766-7778, replacing an outdated number associated with a nonfunctioning computer system. The representative asked callers to leave a message and agreed to consult the aviation brigade and Lightning Academy about late-night activity.
Community Communication About Military Activity
A resident proposed that the Army hold quarterly community information sessions beginning in 2027 to provide general training windows, likely locations, and approximate hours without disclosing operationally sensitive information. Participants said this would help residents who are not comfortable using online resources and would provide a setting for questions about noise, flight altitudes, vehicles, and nighttime exercises. Another resident urged balance, noting that military personnel must train under nighttime conditions because combat is not limited to normal business hours, while also supporting better communication and consideration for elderly residents and others affected by noise. The chair noted that Army advisories are printed on the back of meeting agendas and can be received by residents who join the board’s mailing list.
OHA Military Land-Lease Meeting
The Army representative was asked whether military officials would attend the Office of Hawaiian Affairs meeting on military land leases scheduled for October 8 at 6 p.m. in the Leilehua High School cafeteria. A community member noted that no military representative had attended a previous OHA meeting. The Army representative did not know whether senior leaders or other personnel would attend but agreed to take the request back and encourage participation.
Navy Ship Tours, Volunteers, and Leadership
Navy Region Hawaiʻi Public Affairs representative Daniel Sanford announced that monthly Saturday ship tours were expected to resume in October after a period of high operational activity. Civic, governmental, school, or neighborhood groups may request tours by calling 808-473-2890. Groups should generally include at least six but no more than 20 participants, and children must be at least 10 years old. The Navy also offered sailors as volunteers for noncommercial, nonpartisan civic projects requiring manual labor in Wahiawā or Whitmore. Sanford announced that Rear Admiral Rich Jarrett had assumed command of Navy Region Hawaiʻi and was expected to serve for approximately three years. He also reported that the guided-missile destroyer USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. was expected to return to Pearl Harbor in late September after operating with the USS Abraham Lincoln.
Red Hill and ʻAiea-Hālawa Wells
A board member asked about the reported conditional reopening of the ʻAiea-Hālawa wells following the Red Hill fuel contamination crisis and requested an explanation of what the conditions entail. Because no Task Force Red Hill representative was available, the Navy agreed to arrange a detailed briefing for the next meeting and asked that it be placed on the agenda.
Water Supply and One Water Event
The Honolulu Board of Water Supply reported no water-main breaks in Wahiawā or Whitmore Village during August. It invited residents to the free 2026 “Imagine a Day Without Water” event on Saturday, September 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Arc of Safety in Waiʻanae Mall. More than 25 city, state, nonprofit, and community organizations were expected to participate in family activities focused on the “One Water” concept that all water systems are interconnected and should be managed as a single valuable resource. Additional information was available through the Board of Water Supply’s One Water Hawaiʻi webpage. The board agreed to add 24-hour Board of Water Supply outage and emergency numbers to future agendas: 808-748-5000, option 1, with 808-748-6000 as a backup when electrical or system problems affect the primary line.
Overgrown Vegetation in Whitmore and Along Kamehameha Highway
A Whitmore Village resident requested regular vegetation maintenance along Whitmore Avenue, Kamehameha Highway, ADC property, Aliʻi Turf areas, and the route toward Kūkaniloko and Lake Poamoho. Vines and overgrowth were said to obscure signs identifying the North Shore, Whitmore Village, and naval areas and to extend onto utility and telephone lines. Residents argued that wildfire prevention cannot depend solely on complaints and called for scheduled maintenance by whichever state, city, federal, or private landowner is responsible. Similar concerns later arose about overgrowth between Mililani and Wahiawā, around Waikakalaua or Waipiʻo Valley areas, the Wahiawā freeway approaches, and the H-2 entrance. Officials noted that responsibility varies among the state, military, and other landowners, and residents were asked to provide photographs and landmarks where necessary to identify exact parcels.
Neighborhood Watch Proposal
A community member proposed establishing a neighborhood-watch-style walking presence at Wahiawā District Park, based on prior experience helping monitor another park. The chair arranged to speak with the resident after the meeting about earlier community walks, expectations, and the steps needed to organize the effort.
80th Wahiawā Veterans Day Parade and Veterans Season
The Wahiawā Lions Club announced the 80th annual Veterans Day Parade for November 11. The tradition began in 1946 through cooperation between the U.S. Army and the Lions Club to remember service members who did not return from war. The parade will begin at Wahiawā District Park at 10 a.m. and proceed downhill, reversing the historic uphill route from Kaʻala Elementary School. The Royal Hawaiian Band will lead, and schools, military units, community organizations, clubs, and residents were invited to participate. Every participating group must display a “Mahalo Veterans” sign. Organizers plan to use marshals to maintain approximately one vehicle-length of spacing because the downhill route has caused groups to move and bunch together too quickly. A flyer reference to the Kealani Avenue entrance will be clarified to show that it applies specifically to vehicles participating in the parade, rather than general spectator parking.
Veterans Memorial Events and Luncheon
The parade is part of a broader “Season of Veterans.” A memorial observance at the Wahiawā War Memorial Swimming Pool was rescheduled to October 10 at 2 p.m. after an earlier event was canceled because of heavy weather, with the Royal Hawaiian Band expected to perform from 2 to 4 p.m. A “Luncheon with Living Heroes” will take place November 14 at 11 a.m. at Mango Street Grill. The Wahiawā Lions Club plans to sponsor veterans’ meals, while other attendees may purchase the approximately $30 buffet; comedian Augie T was expected to entertain. On November 19, the Royal Hawaiian Band will perform for approximately 80 residents of the Daniel K. Akaka State Veterans Home in Kapolei. On November 21, Wahiawā Hongwanji will host a screening of Shikata Ga Nai, a locally produced film addressing the wartime and postwar experiences of the 100th Infantry Battalion and 442nd Regimental Combat Team. A $10 donation to the Nisei Legacy was requested, and attendees were expected to have an opportunity to meet actors and director Eric Nemoto.
Santa Claus Parade
The community announced that the Wahiawā Santa Claus Parade is scheduled for Friday, December 4, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Kaʻala Elementary School. The procession will travel up California Avenue and conclude at Kane Street.
Monthly Health and Wellness Presentations
The former Wahiawā Hospital Association, now operating as the Wahiawā Health and Wellness Association, announced free public presentations on health and caregiving topics on the first Saturday of each month at Wahiawā Hongwanji Mission. The October 3 session was scheduled for 9 a.m. and would feature representatives from Navian Hawaiʻi discussing hospice care, its purpose, and available services. Sessions generally continue until approximately 10:30 or 11 a.m. Information is available at hawahiawa.org.
New Hope Fall Festival
New Hope Central Oʻahu announced its approximately 25th annual Fall Festival for October 31 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Center Street. The event will close the street from near ʻŌhua Street to North King Street and provide food, fellowship, decorated vehicle trunks, treats, music, activities, and food trucks as a safe alternative to conventional trick-or-treating. Organizers were coordinating with parks and permitting agencies. Approximately 1,200 people attended the previous year, and organizers anticipated an even larger turnout in 2026. Board members expressed support for the event and its well-lit, family-oriented setting.
Proposed Trail Run
A representative of a new running club based at Move CrossFit in the Wahiawā Industrial Park proposed organizing a four-mile trail run near the water tower and freshwater area. The club, formed about three months earlier, asked how to obtain permits and avoid conflicts with community uses or landowners. The board offered follow-up guidance and suggested consulting organizers of the annual pineapple run, who could explain permitting, signage, route coordination, and military or Navy requirements.
California Avenue Sidewalks and Utility Lines
A resident asked whether power lines along California Avenue would be placed underground as part of the sidewalk project, noting that overhead lines have been associated with outages and fires. The board had not heard of any undergrounding plan but agreed to ask Hawaiian Electric. Residents were also directed to the state Department of Transportation project website, which may contain project specifications and contact information for the project manager.
Proposed Women’s Residential Treatment Program
Approximately 20 residents from the former Marigold Acres area attended to oppose or seek information about a proposed 16-bedroom licensed residential substance-use-disorder treatment program for adult women age 18 and older at a house near California Avenue and Ho‘omaha Street. A former owner said the property had been sold to a buyer who represented that it would become a duplex for a family member and a tenant, but it was subsequently converted from a single-family, four-bedroom home and garage into four residential sections with multiple kitchens and living rooms. Residents objected that a flyer claimed adjacent neighbors had been individually consulted, while those present said they had received no such outreach. Concerns included parking shortages, business or institutional use in a residential zone, the number of occupants allowed in a house, proximity to Leilehua High School and routes heavily used by children, supervision standards, and the cumulative effect of other treatment, halfway, or clean-and-sober homes in nearby neighborhoods.
Treatment Program Permits and Withdrawal
The organization had briefly introduced the proposal at the previous board meeting and was expected to give a full presentation with slides, but canceled on the day of this meeting. The chair had heard that the project encountered unresolved paperwork or approval problems but stressed that the community needed written confirmation rather than informal reports. A board member explained that such a facility may require a state Department of Health Certificate of Need, Department of Planning and Permitting review, and a conditional use permit for operation in a residential district. A search did not locate a pending DPP application, and a call to the Certificate of Need office indicated that the organization had withdrawn its application approximately two weeks earlier. The former project representative had also notified a board member that she was no longer associated with the organization. The board agreed to seek an official written status, determine whether any permits or zoning changes remain active, and distribute verified information to affected residents who provided contact details.
Other Suspected Halfway or Clean-and-Sober Homes
Residents also asked about possible halfway or clean-and-sober residences on Uluehe Street and near the back of Koa Street. One resident said people associated with a home near Uluehe Street appeared to gather outside without obvious supervision, raising questions about staffing and oversight. Another participant asked how to verify the status of a property on Koa Street. The board cautioned against conflating unrelated criminal incidents with a property’s current use and agreed to research the addresses. Residents were advised that state listings, the Department of Health Healthcare Assurance office, Certificate of Need records, and DPP permit and conditional-use databases can help distinguish licensed residential treatment facilities from clean-and-sober homes, which operate under different rules and oversight systems.
Mayor’s Storm Preparedness Report
The mayor’s representative summarized the city’s response to Tropical Storm Lala, including activation of the Emergency Operations Center, islandwide recovery work, assistance for affected residents, and public preparedness for future disasters. Residents were warned to monitor another storm expected near the end of the week that could bring substantial rainfall. The mayor’s newsletter was available through the City and County of Honolulu website.
City Follow-Up on the Treatment Home and Bridge
The mayor’s office agreed to help investigate the proposed women’s treatment residence through the Department of Planning and Permitting, Department of Community Services, and State Department of Health. A board member planned to send the office the proposal document and references to an alleged conditional use permit that could not be found online. The mayor’s office was also asked to determine whether the city has adequate police, fire, maintenance, and safety resources to assume responsibility for the proposed pedestrian bridge, given strong opposition expressed by many residents and the expectation that the city would inherit long-term obligations.
Storm Damage Reporting and Emergency Repairs
Councilmember Matt Weyer’s office urged residents and businesses to report storm damage through OneOahu.org so officials and nonprofit partners can assess impacts and determine whether the city may qualify for federal assistance. Filing a report is not an application for aid, does not replace an insurance claim, and does not guarantee eligibility. DPP also advised that certain qualifying emergency repairs may begin before a permit is issued, but a permit application must be submitted by the next working day. Property owners whose homes, land, or structures were damaged may seek remission of real property taxes by submitting forms, photographs, estimates, invoices, and other documentation by June 30, 2027. The program does not cover vehicles, furniture, crops, or equipment. Residents were also encouraged to register for HNL Alert emergency notifications.
Marine Resource Resolutions
Councilmember Weyer’s office reported that the Honolulu City Council adopted two resolutions in August. Resolution 26-160 urges the Legislature to permanently prohibit commercial collection of aquatic life from Hawaiʻi waters for aquarium purposes. Resolution 26-159 urges the Board of Land and Natural Resources to direct the Division of Aquatic Resources to adopt administrative rules prohibiting commercial harvest of aquatic life for the same purpose.
California Avenue Bike Lane and Library Parking
The council office clarified that the California Avenue bike-lane work will stop near Iliahi Elementary School because the roadway narrows and the current project cannot widen the lanes. Regarding the bus stop and parking stalls fronting Wahiawā Library, the contractor had restored the existing stall configuration, but the city was revising striping plans to address the concern later. No implementation date was available. The office was still awaiting information from the Department of Parks and Recreation about whether the Hale Koa meeting room uses LED lighting. It also clarified that Office of Economic Revitalization funding during emergencies generally proceeds through the regular budget cycle unless additional state or federal funds become available.
Street-Corner Parking Hazard
A resident reported vehicles parking at or very near the stop sign at Olive and Cypress avenues, including another vehicle positioned immediately around the corner. The vehicles obstruct sight lines for motorists turning onto Cypress, forcing drivers to edge slowly into traffic. The council office asked whether HPD had been contacted; the resident had not yet reported the recurring problem because it was usually observed while commuting.
Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Damage
The board requested an update on coconut rhinoceros beetle damage to palms along Royal Palm Drive, Schofield Barracks, and Wheeler. Residents described numerous palms with dead or missing crowns and some trees reduced to bare trunks, while others had been removed and replaced. The council office was asked to report when the trees were last treated, what control measures are underway, and the prognosis for affected palms.
Reservoir Management and Electrical Grid Funding
Governor Josh Green’s office reported continued state response to recent tropical cyclones, including debris removal, infrastructure repair, food and housing assistance, and replacement SNAP benefits after Tropical Cyclone Lala, followed by mobilization for Hurricane Lowell’s effects on Kauaʻi. At Wahiawā Reservoir, an AquaDam was installed to increase spillway capacity by approximately 1.5 to 2 feet. Before Tropical Storm Moke, water levels were deliberately lowered through controlled releases of approximately 85 million gallons per day. The state also secured $18.5 million in federal funding to strengthen Hawaiʻi’s electrical grid against wildfire, flooding, and hurricanes. Planned work includes improved grid monitoring and critical-customer hubs intended to keep essential facilities operating during extended outages.
Clean Fuel Standard
The governor’s representative clarified that Senate Bill 2999 does not ban gasoline or diesel. It establishes a performance-based clean-fuel system that rewards lower-carbon transportation fuels and imposes compliance obligations on higher-carbon fuels. Consumer protections require DOT to review the program if compliance costs exceed 15 cents per gallon. Although the law has taken effect, DOT has until January 1, 2028 to adopt rules, and the fuel standard will not begin until January 1, 2029. The program is modeled on systems in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Freeway Construction and Lane Closures
A board member asked the governor’s office to investigate prolonged evening closures affecting four H-1 lanes from the Pearl City exit toward H-2. The closures were said to have continued for more than two years and to delay thousands of Central Oʻahu commuters traveling home. The governor’s representative agreed to seek an explanation and project timeline.
Firebreaks Along East Range
The board asked the governor to support formal firebreak requirements in military land negotiations and on currently military-controlled property, particularly from Wahiawā Middle School past Leilehua High School and into the heights. A community discussion with the MACRO office had produced a recommendation that firebreaks be incorporated into lease negotiations rather than relying on complaint-driven vegetation removal. A board member recalled that a similar firebreak existed in the early 1970s and said restoring it could reduce wildfire exposure and falling-tree hazards near homes. The governor’s representative agreed to relay the recommendation.
Wastewater Systems and Storm Overflows
Board members raised concerns that sewage and wastewater systems have repeatedly failed or overflowed during severe storms, affecting North Shore waters, Lake Wilson, and areas such as Sharks Cove. They asked the state to coordinate with city environmental services on wastewater treatment upgrades and to provide an integrated overview of how agencies are preparing for an unusually active hurricane season that could continue through the end of the year. The governor’s office agreed to investigate future upgrades and intergovernmental planning.
Governor’s Position on the Pedestrian Bridge and Land Leases
The governor was asked to state his position on advancing the pedestrian bridge despite opposition expressed by many residents and a previously adopted neighborhood board resolution against the project. A board member cited state survey information that reportedly showed support from only about 1% of the relevant Wahiawā and Whitmore population. The governor’s office was also asked whether Governor Green or a knowledgeable representative would attend the October 8 OHA military land-lease meeting at Leilehua High School. The representative agreed to bring both matters to the governor’s attention.
525 Avocado Street
Senator Donovan Dela Cruz’s office reported that the 525 Avocado Street property, associated with Lone Star Towing and proposals for a towing lot or vehicle dealership, remains in condemnation litigation with the state Attorney General’s office. The Department of Land and Natural Resources is also conducting an environmental site assessment. A board member asked whether Senator Dela Cruz has any business interest or financial connection to Lone Star Towing. The senator’s representative said none was known but agreed to confirm the answer at a future meeting.
123 Mango Street
The proposed transaction involving 123 Mango Street remains in due diligence, with completion expected in mid- to late October. The organization DIGS was described as the prospective purchaser of the property from Achieve Zero. Board members requested the purchase price, appraisal and funding details, the amount of state support, the source of matching funds, and a timeline for the project. They also asked officials to establish who currently controls the property so that the owner can authorize HPD enforcement in response to reported activity at the vacant or troubled building. Members emphasized that the situation should not repeat delays experienced at 525 Avocado Street.
Hydropower and Performing Arts Center
The senator’s office reported that ADC, DLNR, and DOT were examining possible hydropower use associated with the Wahiawā dam. It also confirmed that an early proposal for a performing arts center identified 1034 Kealani Avenue as a possible location. No property has been acquired and formal design work has not begun. The concept would honor the historic Victory Theater. The office offered to coordinate a future Department of Accounting and General Services presentation as the proposal develops.
Hawaiʻi Relief Program
Representative Amy Perruso announced that the Department of Human Services and Catholic Charities are administering the Hawaiʻi Relief Program, which provides one-time, short-term financial assistance to eligible families facing an unexpected crisis, including but not limited to recent storms. Potential assistance includes housing deposits or payments up to $6,000, utility deposits up to $3,000 per utility, as many as four months of utility payments up to $2,000, an automobile down payment up to $5,000, and automobile payments up to $500. Residents seeking assistance were directed to Catholic Charities at 808-521-4357.
Community Listening Session
Representative Perruso and Councilmember Weyer scheduled a community listening session for October 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Kaʻala Elementary School, with food expected to be served. Topics will include the proposed skate park, after-school and A+ programs, community-generated projects, and broader visions for the future of Wahiawā and Whitmore Village.
Representative Perruso’s Bridge Position
When asked about the pedestrian bridge, Representative Perruso said the project had been developing for roughly eight years, beginning shortly before her election, and had repeatedly caused community conflict and distress. She stated a preference for projects that originate from and have the assent and consent of the community. Based on conversations with thousands of district residents since May, she said the bridge was frequently raised and that comments were consistently negative, while acknowledging that some residents support it. Another board member cautioned that statements made during the meeting should not automatically be treated as unanimous board or citywide opinion. It was noted, however, that the neighborhood board had previously adopted a resolution opposing the project.
Board Support for Community Events
The board amended its agenda to consider formal support for the Veterans Day Parade and the New Hope Fall Festival. The motion passed with seven votes in favor, none opposed, and one abstention. The chair said organizers would be notified of the board’s action.
Approval of Minutes and Committee Reports
The board approved the regular meeting minutes from March 16 and July 20, 2026 without opposition. The Education, Military, Water, and Hawaiian Affairs committees had no substantive reports. The Transportation Committee reported that the Oʻahu Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board had approved an updated Title VI policy governing nondiscrimination and equitable community access.
Upcoming Meeting and Public Contact Numbers
The next Wahiawā-Whitmore Village Neighborhood Board meeting was announced for October 19, 2026 at 7 p.m. in the Hale Koa meeting room at Wahiawā District Park, subject to updates on the neighborhood board website. Public contact numbers announced included the city pothole hotline at 808-768-7777, state pothole hotline at 808-536-7852, park-maintained roads pothole line at 808-566-2299, and the city refuse inspector’s office at 808-768-5220. The corrected Army noise complaint number is 808-766-7778; Army Public Affairs may also be reached at 808-655-4756.
Closing Message
The chair closed by recognizing the severe effects of Tropical Cyclone Lala on families and communities on Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi Island. Residents were encouraged to help one another when possible, offer practical assistance, and continue sharing peace and aloha as the community moves through an active storm season.