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3:00 - 6:30 p.m.
‘Ewa Beach
The Waterfront at Pu‘uloa Wednesdays
3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Honolulu City Council · 530 South King Street · Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96813 · Phone: 768-5001 · Fax: 768-1217
FARMERS MARKETS
February 2015 Community Calendar & Announcements
Wai‘anae Mall
Saturdays 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 21, 2015
Leeward Oahu Goodwill Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Appoint-ment Center 2015
Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at 1:00 PM
Through Saturday, April 4, 2015 at
4:00 PM (HST)
Next Event: February 28th If your household earned $53,000 or less in 2014 and you do NOT own a home or a business, you may qualify for the Goodwill Tax Clinic. Please contact your friendly Goodwill staff for more information. Benefits of the Goodwill Tax Clinic:
Free for eligible tax filers. Don’t pay hundreds of dollars for the exact same return!
Conveniently located.
Fast service. Most returns can be completed in less than 1 hour. Most tax refunds are received within 2-weeks.
To Register, Click on the Goodwill tab under: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/hi--ewa-beach/events/
2015 Small Business Fair Meet with representatives from the US Small Business Administration (SBA), Hawai'i Small Business De-velopment Center (SBDC), IRS, Business Action Center, Department of Business Economic Development & Tourism, Bank of Hawai'i, Ewa Beach CDBO, SCORE, State Dept of Transportation, and the Patsy T. Mink Center for Business & Leader-ship, and more.
Councilmember Kymberly Marcos Pine Honolulu City Council - District One
‘Ewa, ‘Ewa Beach, Kapolei, Makakilo, Kalaeloa, Honokai Hale, Ko Olina, Nānākuli, Mā‘ili, Wai‘anae, Mākaha, Kea‘au, Makua
February 2015 www.councilmemberpine.com
Council District One
Parks, Community & Customer Services — Chair
Business, Economic Development & Tourism — Vice Chair
Public Safety & Economic Development Committee —
Voting Member
Budget Committee — Voting Member
Executive Matters & Legal Affairs Com-mittee — Voting Member
Transportation Committee — Voting Member
Pubic Health, Safety and Welfare — Voting Member
Policy Committee - O‘ahu Metropolitan
Planning Organization — Voting Member
Honolulu City Council · 530 South King Street · Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96813 · Phone: 768-5001 · Fax: 768-1217
Aloha!
Our city parks are designed to be central gathering places for our ohana, friends, sports teams and civic
organizations. The parks are places where we can relax, talk story, and enjoy the beauty of the Leeward
Coast. Caring for these parks takes a combined, coordinated effort and that is why I am continuing to
introduce new legislation and placing increased focus on initiatives to improve and sustain these key
community areas.
I recently introduced Resolution 15-9 requesting the City Administration set forth specific requirements
for dedications of park improvements. As you know, it took the City more than half a year to open our
new Ocean Pointe Park, which was constructed and ready to be opened early in 2014.
This Resolution will help City departments, including the Department of Parks and Recreation, Depart-
ment of Planning and Permitting, Department of Design and Construction and the Department of the
Corporation Counsel create an efficient process for private developers to follow, when they build our
public parks. My goal is for our city departments to have specific requirements and be actively involved
from the start of planning in order to expedite park improvements so we can readily enjoy these public
spaces.
Another initiative I have underway is Bill 58 (2014), which will incentivize park adoptions and make it
easier for organizations to donate their time and resources towards improving our parks. I believe that
by having multiple businesses, organizations and groups in our community partner together, we can
beautify and revitalize our parks without raising taxes for homeowners. While the City’s existing Adopt-
a-Park program brings volunteers to help keep our parks clean, I believe that we as a community can do
more for our parks that will develop these areas into culturally rich gathering spaces.
If you have comments, suggestions or questions about improving our city parks, or if you or your organi-
zation would like to become a park adoption partner on the Leeward Coast, please call my office at (808)
768-5001 or send an e-mail to [email protected].
Mahalo,
Mayor Caldwell and Parks and Recreation
Director Michele Nekota joined me for a recent site inspection at Oneula Beach Park.
As the new chair of the Parks Committee, I am
focused on bringing much-needed improve-ments, such as new bathrooms, to Oneula Beach
Park.
Matthew K. Caires Chief of Staff E: [email protected] Direct: 768-5024 Kathy Davenport Community Relations E: [email protected] Direct: 768-5089 Sarah Fukumoto Policy Advisor Email: [email protected] Direct: 768-5025
Lana “Kau‘i” Alapa Executive Secretary/ Office Manager Email: [email protected] Main: 768-5001
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Honolulu City Council · 530 South King Street · Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96813 · Phone: 768-5001 · Fax: 768-1217
Useful City and County Contact Information
Refuse Collection – 455-9644 Humane Society – 946-2187 Crowing Roosters – 768-4141
Park Maintenance – 671-0561 Abandoned Vehicles – 733-2530 Pothole Hotline – 768-7777
Cracked Sidewalks – 768-8159 Bus and HandiVan Inquiries – 768-8300 Vehicle Registration – 532-4324
‘Hire Leeward’ connects job seekers
with information and awareness of employment opportunities, trade ap-
prenticeships, training seminars for en-trepreneurs and career development.
Hire Leeward
City and County of Honolulu Check out the City’s latest job vacancies by visiting: www.honolulu.gov/hr
Click on ‘Job Opportunities’ for more information.
Starbucks Coffee
Company Baristas (Kapolei)
At Starbucks it all comes together. Connect with something bigger, have an impact every day, and work someplace truly great. The opportunity is here -- all you have to do is take it. Some of the benefits for those who may qualify include:
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Tuition reimbursement
Paid vacation
Equity in the form of Starbucks stock
and discounted stock purchase plan
Discounts on our great coffee
Apply ONLINE first today at www.starbucks.com/careers
Hawaii Medical Service Association
(HMSA)
Customer Support Representative
Trainee —QUEST (Kapolei)
Develop basic knowledge and skill required to resolve routine inquiries from QUEST members, providers, or internal depart-ments. Within twelve (12) months, demon-strate the ability to conduct the required research on member benefits, provider in-quires, QUEST policies to include payment policies. Provide considerate, thorough and accurate responses to members and provid-ers while meeting all performance measures. Minimum Qualifications: 1. One year of technical school or business related training and 1 year of work experience or equivalent combination of education and work experi-ence. 2. Excellent verbal communications skills. 3. Clear and concise written communi-cations skills using proper English grammar. 4. Basic working knowledge of standard office equipment to include calculator, copi-er, and facsimile machine. 5. Basic keyboard and typing skills with low error rate. 6. Basic knowledge and able to use word processing applications. 7. Ability to multitask and han-dle various functions in a timely manner. 8. Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, may include but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel. 9. Overtime may be required to meet business needs. For a complete job description, require-ments and to apply, visit: http://bit.ly/154URgF
Paralegal—Part Time (Wai‘anae)
The Legal Aid Society of Hawai`i, a public interest non-profit law firm, seeks a part-time (20 hr/week) paralegal for its Leeward, Oahu office in Waianae. Primary responsibil-ities include Social Security Disability appli-cations and appeals, including meeting with clients, gathering medical documentation, completing Social Security application, re-questing reconsideration of denials, and representation at administrative hearings. Must be able go grow into a large case load. Full time employment may be available in the future.
Experience with any of the following helpful but not required: Sate financial assistance (General Assistance, Aid to the Blind & Disa-bled). Social Security benefits, work with individuals with physical and mental disabili-ties, or paralegal experience. Associate de-gree or equivalent from two year college or technical school or equivalent experience required. Strong computer skills required. Send cover letter, resume, and contact in-formation for 3 references. No calls. EOE.
Apply online: http://bit.ly/1xrnACS
Sales Associate— 7-11 (Wai‘anae) Customer service is our number one priority and we are looking for friendly, outgoing individuals that have the Aloha spirit and a commitment to good customer service. Our Sales Associates, who provide our customers with friendly, prompt service, are the back-bone of our company. With lots of growth potential, this is a great position to get your foot in the door and explore the world of retail. Duties Include: Operate a cash register and correctly make change, Clean the inside and outside of the store, Put merchandise on shelves and counters, Work in the walk-in cooler, Perform electronic ordering, Com-plete a variety of in-store paperwork, Other odd jobs that make 7-Eleven an enjoyable place to shop. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent preferred, Provide friendly, prompt customer service, Communicate clearly and efficiently with customers and coworkers. Complete job description, re-quirements and to apply: http://bit.ly/1DIEANa
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What’s Happening at Honolulu Hale?
City Council and Committee Meetings Councilmember Pine is a voting member of the following commit-tees:
Budget Committee Business, Economic Development and Tourism Councilmember Pine is the Vice Chair Executive Matters and Legal Affairs Parks, Community & Customer Services Councilmember Pine is the Chair Public Health, Safety and Welfare Transportation
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Wednesday, February 18, 2015 City Council Meeting | 10:00 a.m. | Location: Honolulu Hale
Tuesday, March 3, 2015 Public Safety & Economic Development Committee | 9:00 a.m. **Parks, Community & Customer Services Committee | 10:30 a.m. Executive Matters & Legal Affairs Committee | 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 Budget Committee | 9:00 a.m. Public Works, Infrastructure & Sustainability Committee | 1:00 p.m.
Thursday, 5, 2015 Zoning & Planning Committee | 9:00 a.m. Transportation Committee | 1:00 p.m. *Business, Economic Development & Tourism Committee | 2:30 p.m. *Councilmember Pine is the Vice Chair of this Committee
**Councilmember Pine is the Chair of this Committee
PRESCHOOL OPEN DOORS PROGRAM APPLICATION PERIOD BEGINNING SOON The Department of Human Services (DHS) will be accepting applications for its Preschool Open Doors (POD) program between March 1 and April 30, 2015. Applications received dur-
ing this period will be considered for preschool participation between July 1, 2015 and June 30, 2016. POD is a DHS child care subsidy program that provides statewide services to eligible low- and moderate-income families sending their children to a licensed preschool, prior to kindergarten entry. The goal of POD is to promote school readiness and to provide children with the opportunity to gain essential foundational skills they need to be successful in life. POD applications will be available from the DHS contractor, PATCH, beginning March 1, 2015. To reserve your packet on Oahu call 791-2130
Honolulu City Council · 530 South King Street · Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96813 · Phone: 768-5001 · Fax: 768-1217
Legislative Update
February 17, 2014
The Honolulu City Council will hold its monthly Council meeting this week at Honolulu Hale. Public hearings will be held on the following legislative items, that may affect you and your family: Bill 58 – Regarding an Adopt a Park Program: The Parks Com-
mittee voted 5-0 to send this bill to the floor for Council ap-proval. Another future committee hearing will be scheduled.
Reso. 15-9 – Requirements for Dedication of Park Improve-
ments: The Parks Committee voted 5-0 to send this bill to the floor for Adoption.
Reso. 15-17 – Shipping Containers for Housing: The Commit-
tee on Public Health, Safety and Welfare voted 5-0 to send this bill to the floor for adoption.
Last week Mayor Caldwell and I inspected the new exhibits under
construction at our Honolulu Zoo