March 11, 2005

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The following article is a brief overview about the federal ban on large-capacity cesspools, commonly known as "gang cesspools," and what residents and businesses must do to comply.

A nationwide ban on existing large-capacity cesspools goes into effect April 5, 2005, affecting many property owners on Hawai`i Island.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency prohibited construction of new large-capacity cesspools in April 2000. Existing large-capacity cesspools must be closed by April 5, 2005, according to EPA regulations.

What penalties may apply for failing to close large-capacity cesspools?

The EPA can issue an order for compliance and/or penalties of up to $32,500 per day of violation for each large-capacity cesspool. EPA has discretion on its enforcement actions and take into consideration actions and progress toward meeting the April 5, 2005 deadline.

For further information, please call Laura Tom Bose or Shannon Fitzgerald at the EPA Underground Injection Control Program toll-free at (866)372-9378.

Define a cesspool

A cesspool is a hole in the ground, with an open bottom and sometimes perforated sides, that receives untreated sewage.

What effects do cesspools have on the environment?

Cesspools release raw sewage into the ground. Raw sewage contains disease-causing organisms or pathogens and other pollutants. The sewage moves through the ground and can contaminate ground water, streams, reservoirs or the shore.

What constitutes a large-capacity cesspool?

A large-capacity cesspool is one that serves 1.) a multiple dwelling; OR 2.) a non-residential location with the capacity to serve 20 or more persons per day. Large-capacity cesspools can serve apartments, condominiums, schools and businesses.

What about a cesspool for a single-family residence?

The EPA’s ban does not apply to single family residential cesspools. The ban also doesn’t apply to non-residential cesspools which receive only sanitary waste and serve less than than 20 persons per day and receive no more than 1,000 gallons of sewage a day.

1. Register the cesspool. A large-capacity cesspool owner or operator must notify EPA’s Underground Injection Control program of the existence of its cesspool and their intent to close it. The notification should be made via EPA Form 7520-16. For information online, visit http://epa.gov/region09/water/groundwater/uic-hicesspools.html to access the form. Please submit forms to: EPA Region 9 Ground Water Office (WTR-9) 75 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, CA 94105

For assistance, please call Laura Tom Bose or Shannon Fitzgerald at the EPA Underground Injection Control Program toll-free at (866)372-9378.

2. Find an alternative Wastewater Disposal System. A cesspool owner should consult with the state Department of Health at (974-4000, Ext. 64294 to learn what alternatives, such as a septic system, are allowable, and what regulations or codes apply to their situation.
3. Close the cesspool. After a new wastewater system is installed, the cesspool must be properly closed to ensure that sewage cannot move into the ground water. The closure of a large-capacity cesspool must be performed in compliance with state guidelines. The state Department of Health has specific backfilling requirements. Contact the Department of Health toll-free at (974-4000, Ext. 64294 for information on the proper procedure and requirements for closing the cesspool.

Backfilling should not occur unless you receive backfilling instructions from the Department of Health.

What are my options to using a large-capacity cesspool?

Alternatives to using a large-capacity cesspool include hooking up to a sewer, if it is available. In areas with no sewer system, the alternatives are to convert the large-capacity cesspool to a large-capacity septic system or a wastewater package plant to treat the sanitary waste before disposal.

Plans for all new or replacement wastewater systems must be submitted to the Department of Health’s Wastewater Branch for review and approval prior to construction. For further information, contact the Wastewater Branch toll-free at 974-4000, Ext. 64294.

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The County of Hawaii Transit Agency launched a new daily Hele On bus service for West Hawaii on March 1, 2005.

The Pahala-to-Mauna Kea Beach Hotel bus is a wheelchair-accessible vehicle, and passengers ride in air-conditioned comfort leaving at 3:30 a.m. from the Pahala Shopping Center northbound, arriving at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel at 6:55 a.m.

Note: The round trip from Ocean View to Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and back is FREE.

The North-Bound Bus Departs:

Pahala Shopping Center 3:30 a.m.

Naalehu School 3:50 a.m.

Wong Yuen Store 3:55 a.m.

Ocean View Post Office 4:20 a.m.

Fujihara Store 5:00 a.m.

Yano Hall in Captain Cook 5:05 a.m.

Teshima’s Restaurant in Honalo 5:20 a.m.

Lanihau Shopping Center 5:30 a.m.

Bus then proceeds to the South Kohala resorts.

The Hele-On Bus departs Mauna Kea Beach Hotel daily at 2:30 p.m. southbound to return to Ocean View and Pahala.

The Return Bus Departs:

Fairmont Orchid @ Mauna Lani 2:45 p.m.

Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows 2:50 p.m.

Hilton Waikoloa Village 3:05 p.m.

Four Seasons Resort @ Hualalai 3:30 p.m.

Kona Palisades at Queen K Hwy 3:45 p.m.

Bus then proceeds to Kona, Ocean View and Pahala.

For more detailed information and for other Hele-On Bus timetables, call the County of Hawaii Mass Transit Agency information line at 961-8744. Or, log on to the Transit Directory. Then click on the Mass Transit link. The Mass Transit Agency office hours are Monday to Friday 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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The Office of Housing and Community Development announces that its Existing Housing Division, which administers the Section 8 Program, will be relocating to its new office at 1990 Kino`ole Street (formerly the Kino`ole Food Fair).

The division will be closed from March 16 to March 18, 2005 during the move, and will reopen for business at its Kino`ole location on Monday, March 21, 2005.

The new location will be a one-stop center for an array of social services. The Existing Housing Division will join State of Hawai`i Workforce Development Division, the Unemployment Insurance Division, and the Department of Human Services Central and South Units under one roof.

Please update your records to note the new mailing address and contact information:

1990 Kino`ole Street, Suite 105
Hilo, Hawai`i 96720
Phone: 959-4642
Fax: 959-9308
For further information, call 959-4642.

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The following is the agenda for the next meeting of the Environmental Management Commission.

WHEN: Wednesday, March 23, 2005, 9:00 a.m.

(Kealakehe Wastewater Treatment Plant visit following meeting.)

WHERE: Kona Council Office Conference Room

75-5706 Hanama Place, Room 109, Kailua Kona, HI 96740

AGENDA

1. CALL TO ORDER & ANNOUNCEMENTS
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – January 19, 2005
3. APPROVAL OF ADDENDUM AND/OR ITEMS SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
4. STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
5. REPORTS/CORRESPONDENCE

• Solid Waste Division Chief's Report

• Wastewater Division Chief's Report

• Director's Report

6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

• Status Report: Request for Proposal No 2146 – Waste Reduction Technology

• Status Report: Hawaii Deposit Beverage Container Program ( Bottle Bill)

• Status Report: New Commission Members

• Review: 2005–2006 Department Budget

• Scheduling: County Site Visits by the Commission

• Update: EMC 2005–01 Resolution supporting Waikoloa Curbside Recycling

7. NEW BUSINESS

• EMC2005-02 Ordinance to change subdivision sewer connection distance (currently 300 lineal feet)

• EMC2005-03 Resolution requesting Police Department to designate officials to coordinate the enforcement of environmental crimes

• EMC2005-04 Resolution requesting the creation of a position of Investigator in the Department of Environmental Management

• Discussion and recommendation on Department Rules Revision
• EMC2005-05 Ordinance to waive county fuel tax for fuels containing 20% biodiesel or more

8. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
9. MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Wednesday, May 25, 2005, 9 a.m., Hawaii County Council Room, 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo

• Wednesday, July 27, 2005, 9 a.m. Waimea, HI, Place TBA

10. ADJOURNMENT

If you require an accommodation or auxiliary aid and/or services to participate in this meeting (i.e. sign language interpreter, large print), please call 961-8083 ten days prior to the meeting date. Comments may be sent to Department of Environmental Management, 25 Aupuni Street, Room 210, Hilo, HI 96720 or emailed to cohdem@interpac.net .

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The County’s Office of Housing and Community Development announces that the draft of the 2005 Action Plan for the CDBG and HOME program funds with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is available for public review.

The Action's Plan is available for public review and comment from February 25 to March 28, 2005 at the Hawai`i State Public Libraries in Honoka`a, Waimea, Kohala, Pahala, Kailua-Kona, and Pahoa

It will also be available for review at the following locations Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except on holidays:

• Office of Housing and Community Development (OHCD) at 50 Wailuku Drive) Hilo. Phone: 961-8379

• Hawai`i County Services (Hanama Place) at 75-5706 Kuakini Hwy., Ste 103

Kailua-Kona. Phone: 329-5226

Should you have any comments on the Action Plan, please submit them to the Office of Housing and Community Development by March 28, 2005.

OHCD will be submitting the Action Plan to the Hawai`i County Housing Agency for their approval on April 6, 2005 at the Hawai`i County Council Room. Upon approval, the Action Plan will be submitted to the Hawai`i County Council, and then to the Mayor for his execution.

The final Action Plan is required to be signed and made available to the public prior to its submittal to the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development on May 15, 2005.

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The Office of Housing and Community Development announces training sessions on Fair Housing practices. These training sessions are designed to increase knowledge of

General Federal & State Fair Housing Law

Advanced Fair Housing

Date: Tuesday, April 4, 2005

Location: King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel

Kamakahonu Ballroom, Room ‘Elua (2)

Times: General Training

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(8:00 a.m. – Registration)

Advanced Training

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

(12:30 p.m. – Registration)

$2 for validated parking. Reservations required, as seating is limited. Registration form for Kona session due March 30, 2005.

Date: Tuesday, April 5, 2005

Location: Hawai`i Naniloa Resort, Crown Room

Times: General Training

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

(8:00 a.m. – Registration)

Advanced Training

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

(12:30 p.m. – Registration)

No Charge. Reservations required, as seating is limited. Registration form for Hilo session due March 30, 2005.

Training sponsored and provided by:

• U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
• Hawai`i Civil Rights Commission
• State's Housing and Community Development Corporation of Hawai`i
• County of Hawai`i Office of Housing and Community Development

To register, please contact Jeremy McComber at the Office of Housing and Community Development at 961-8379.

This workshop is accessible for persons with disabilities. To request an auxiliary aid or service (e.g. sign language interpreter), contact Jeremy McComber (County of Hawai`i Fair Housing Officer) at 961-8379 (V/TT) no later than March 24, 2005.

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What’s IN:        Eligible (redeemable) beverage containers include:

Soft drinks, soda, water, juice, tea and coffee drinks, and certain alcoholic drinks (beer, malt beverages, wine coolers, mixed spirits) in metal, glass, or plastic, 64 oz. or less.

What’s OUT: Ineligible (unredeemable) containers include:

Milk, wine, and hard liquor containers.

Reminder: ONLY eligible labeled containers can be redeemed

Qualified beverage containers may be redeemed for cash at the following locations:

Atlas Recycling Center, LLC provides mobile redemption sites in certain rural communities. Please contact Atlas at 935-9328 or 329-6868 for specific locations and hours of operation.

• Containers must be empty to be redeemed. Do NOT crush the containers.

Please call the Recycling Specialists with the Department of Environmental Management, County of Hawai’i, at 961-8527 or 961-8549 for information about the HI 5¢ program or visit:

www.hi5deposit.com | http://co.hawaii.hi.us/directory/dir_envmng.htm

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The County of Hawai’i Department of Environmental Management, Wastewater Division will be renovating the King Kamehameha Sewage Pump Station located at the corner of Ali’i Drive and the Kailua-Kona Harbor Access Road fronting the King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel.

This work is commenced during the 3^rd week in January of 2005 and will last approximately five (5) months. Work will take place between the hours of 8 am and 5:30 pm during week days and possibly Saturdays.

This renovation project will add capacity to the pump station resulting in better ability to accommodate the increasing number of future developments in Kailua-Kona. As an added benefit, renovation of the King Kamehameha Sewage Pump Station helps with preparing for future abandonment of the Queen Emma Sewage Pump Station located at Emma Square. This should enhance the area for nearby businesses as maintenance activities by Wastewater Division personnel will no longer be required in Emma Square.

During the construction period of the renovation project, businesses along Ali’i Drive can anticipate uninterrupted sewer service and conduct their business in a normal fashion.

Pedestrian traffic will be safely re-routed around the construction area at the King Kamehameha. There will be very little impact to vehicular traffic.

Some construction work will take place at the Emma Square location while giving consideration to pedestrian traffic. This work may include minor improvements to the rock wall and concrete walkways with the intent of making the area safer for pedestrians.

The public is welcome to direct any questions or concerns during construction to the Construction Manager, SSFM International, Inc. at 933-2727. General questions may be directed to the Wastewater Division at 961-8338.

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The Department of Water Supply is experiencing drought conditions around the island and is requesting our customers to conserve drinking water. Due to continuing dry weather conditions, water consumption in the affected areas has increased to a point where water sources and water distribution systems are strained. Drought conditions may last for some time, and the Department is requesting all our customers around the island to use water wisely.

This Water Conservation Notice is a request to reduce your daily water usage by 10%.

The following areas are under WATER CONSERVATION:

1. SOUTH KOHALA - Waimea Town.
2. HAMAKUA - Ahualoa, along Kahaua Drive, Kalopa State Park, Kapahu, Paauilo Mauka, and Pohakea.

Listed are some ways to conserve water to reach the 10% goal:

• Wash full loads of laundry only.
• Wash full loads of dishes only.
• Serve drinking water only when requested.
• Do not let the faucet run unnecessarily.
• When bathing, use water only to wet and rinse off.
• Do not fill up the bathtub.
• Use a glass to rinse when brushing your teeth.
• Do not flush toilets unnecessarily.
• Stop lawn sprinkling.
• Stop car and boat washing.
• Stop dust control watering.
• Use drinking water wisely.

Agricultural users shall irrigate only at night from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. This measure will reduce water loss due to evaporation and minimize water system drain during peak demand.

For more information, please contact Daryl Ikeda at the Department of Water Supply at 961-8790.

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Due to ongoing dry weather conditions, exceptionally large water consumption, and repairs being done at the Hualalai and Kalaoa Wells, the Department of Water Supply would like to remind customer in North Kona that they are under Water Conservation.

The Water Conservation Notice is a request to reduce your daily water usage by 10%. Listed are some ways to conserve water to reach the 10% goal:

• Wash full loads of laundry only.

• Wash full loads of dishes only.

• Serve drinking water only when requested.

• Do not let the faucet run unnecessarily.

• When bathing, use water only to wet and rinse off.

• Do not fill up the bathtub.

• Use a glass to rinse when brushing your teeth.

• Do not flush toilets unnecessarily.

• Stop lawn sprinkling.

• Stop car and boat washing.

• Stop dust control watering.

• Use drinking water wisely.

Agricultural users should irrigate only at night from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. This measure will reduce water loss due to evaporation and minimize water system drain during peak demand.

If this trend of large consumption continues, the next water conservation action will be mandatory reduction. Please conserve water.

For more information, please contact Daryl Ikeda of the Department of Water Supply at 961-8790.

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Mayor Harry Kim is seeking the public’s assistance to recognize older individuals who have made a difference in the lives of others or in their community.

Mayor Kim is seeking nominations to the Hawaii County Office of Aging for the prestigious Outstanding Older American Awards. Applications for nominating outstanding older Americans may be obtained by calling the Hawaii County Office of Aging at 961-8600 (Hilo) or 327-3597 (Kona).

The deadline for nominations is March 15, 2005.

Agencies, clubs and individuals are encouraged to nominate an individual (age 65 plus) to honor and recognize their achievements after attaining the age of 60 and their contributions to our community. All nominees will be honored at a special awards luncheon to be held on May 13, 2005 at the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel.

To express his deep appreciation for the immeasurable contributions made by seniors in Hawaii County, Mayor Kim has proclaimed May as Older Americans Month.

The theme for this year’s Older Americans Month will be "Celebrate Long Term Living." The theme reflects a positive view of aging and longevity. As only 5 percent of our senior population reside in an institutional settings, millions of older Americans continue to be active contributing members of society. With continuing improvements in health care and a growing trend towards healthier life styles, we need to indeed celebrate long term living.

For further information, call the Hawaii County Office of Aging at 961-8600 (Hilo) or 327-3597 (Kona).

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Construction work to widen Kuakini Highway, from Palani Road to Hualalai Road, commenced on November 8.

Kuakini Highway will be widened to four lanes for automobiles, including two through-lanes in each direction, and a pocket lane for left turns where appropriate. In addition, there will bicycle lanes on both sides throughout most of the project. The construction will last 18-24 months.

One lane will be open at all times from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. while construction is in progress. Outside of these hours, one lane in each direction will be open.

The contractor, Hawaiian Dredging, will work with the adjacent businesses and residences to assure that a reasonable access to the businesses and residences will be maintained throughout the construction period. However, motorists traveling in the area should drive with caution.

We are most grateful for the public’s patience and apologize for any inconvenience caused.

The public is invited to a weekly update on the Kuakini Highway, Palani Road to Hualalai project every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at the Kona Mayor’s West Hawai`i Office conference room at Hanama Place. Light refreshments will be served.

Representatives from the contractor, Hawaiian Dredging, and the County, Public Works Department are available at the meetings. Everyone is welcome at these informal "talk story" sessions.

Update as of March 8

Property adjustment work on the makai side of Kuakini Highway from Palani Road to Hanama Place and roadwork at the bottom of Ololi Road are continuing.

A large project map and a complete set of plans are available for reference at the Kona Mayor's office.

The Tuesday morning updates will continue, and information will also be available via the County website at www.co.hawaii.hi.us.

For more detailed information on the construction, please contact Hawaiian Dredging Contracting Co., Inc. at (808) 483-4270. You can also call Pete Hendricks, Deputy Managing Director at 329-5226.

Mahalo nui loa for your support of this community improvement project.

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Or call our 24/7 Job Hotline: 961-8618

Click on employment opportunities to download all of the forms.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Assists the County Clerk in administering the Office of the County Clerk-Council, including attending Council meetings, conducting elections, managing personnel, implementing records management system; coordinating Clerk’s public outreach efforts.

Other requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen and be willing to travel.

Application: Submit resume with three references and two writing samples to: Office of the County Clerk, 25 Aupuni Street, Suite 209, Hilo, HI 96720

Application deadline: Postmarked by March 17, 2005.

Salary: $74,975.00 (Position is exempt from civil service laws and classifications.)

Hawai‘i County Charter requires the County Clerk to appoint the Deputy County Clerk with the approval of the County Council.

Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer

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The Positive Coaching Alliance will be holding its latest series of workshops in February and March.

The following workshops are scheduled:

• Leadership workshop on Wednesday, February 16

• Coaches workshop on Wednesday, March 2

• Parents workshop on Wednesday, March 16

Registration on all three days begins at 5:30 p.m. Workshops begin at 6:00 p.m.

Where: Aupuni Center conference room on the Hamakua end of the old J.C. Penney’s on Pauahi Street, Hilo (which now houses the new County offices).

Materials fee: $5 per person (collected at the door).

All workshops are open to the public.

For information and reservations, send name, contact telephone number and email addresses to PCABigIsland@hotmail.com .

For more information on Positive Coaching Alliance, check http://www.positivecoach.org .

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The Hawai`i County Resource Center is administering funds appropriated by the State Legislature for community anti-drug initiatives. These funds were established to address the drug and substance abuse problems affecting our youth, our families and our neighborhoods.

The funds are to be made available to non-501(c)(3) organizations and community-based initiatives that traditionally do not have access to other sources of funding.

Application forms are available at www.healingourisland.com and the County’s Research and Development Office in the County Building at 25 Aupuni Street, Room 109.

For further information, please call Debbie Chang of the Hawai`i County Resource Center at 961-8085. Deadlines for submitting applications are March 15, April 15 and May 15.

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Back by popular demand! High-quality free mulch is now available at the new public pick-up area adjacent to the Kealakehe Transfer Station. The access to the new mulch pick-up area is directly across the street from the transfer station chutes. Residents may self-load mulch at the site from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., seven days a week. Bring a pitchfork and help yourself.

Please also note that green waste drop offs have resumed at the Kealakehe Transfer Station. A big Mahalo to all residents for your patience and cooperation.

Plenty of free mulch is also available at the Hilo Transfer Station which is open 7 days a week, 7:00am-5:00pm. The green waste pick-up and drop-off area is just past the entrance to the transfer station chutes on the right-hand side of the road.

The County of Hawai`i’s Department of Environmental Management sponsors the free mulch program. At this time, loading assistance for small vehicles is available only at the Hilo location and fees range from $10-$40 depending on vehicle size.

If you want to arrange for a large truckload to be delivered to your residence, business, or farm, from either the Hilo or Kona green waste processing sites, please call the Big Island Recycling representative at (808) 306-1876 to make those arrangements.

For more information about this program, please contact the County’s Recycling Coordinator at 961-8942.

Throughout the month of March and until mid-April, the Friends of Downtown Hilo will be conducting a "Road Show" with multiple opportunities for the community to provide feedback.

The Road Show will consist of group presentations and displays set up in public areas with a questionnaire listing the vision ideas that have received the most support to date.

The questionnaire will be inserted in the April 7, 2005 edition of the Hawaii Tribune-Herald and will be an opportunity for the public to pick their favorite vision ideas. The website www.hilo2025.org features these documents and more information.

The public is encouraged to attend presentations and to look for, fill out and return the questionnaire.

An implementation team will be developed to assure that the vision ideas selected by the community are put into action. The goal is to begin the implementation process by early fall this year.

For more information contact Susan Gagorik at 961-8288 or Alice Moon at 933-9772.

EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 – `Ike ia Hilo is the theme for this visioning project. Started about a year ago, the Friends of Downtown Hilo’s visioning project aims to facilitate the building of a community-based vision and living plan for Downtown Hilo, whose boundaries are defined as Hilo Bay, Ponahawai Street, Kapiolani/Kaiulani Street and the Wailuku River.

The Friends of Downtown Hilo is an all-volunteer steering committee that believes that collaboration, building leadership capacity, and providing numerous creative opportunities for community participation and stakeholder involvement are at the heart of building a vision and living plan for Downtown Hilo.

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The Kona Outdoor Circle, a local non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of our natural resources and active in Kona since1948, is offering a $1,000 scholarship for the 2005–2006 academic year.

Applicants must be residents of West Hawaii (North Kohala to Ka`u) who are full-time students attending an accredited two- or four-year college or university anywhere in the United States.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate academic achievement (with at least 2.7 GPA) and financial need.

Applicants must plan to enroll or be enrolled in a program in horticulture, landscaping, environmental studies, forestry, agriculture or other fields directly related to the goals of the Kona Outdoor Circle, to keep Kona clean, green and beautiful.

Kona Outdoor Circle accomplishes these goals through public area plantings, education programs and public advocacy.

The application deadline is April 30, 2005. Applicants must complete a written application, submit their most recent high school or college transcript, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Student Aid Report, and two letters of recommendation.

For more information, call the Kona Outdoor Circle at 329-7286 or Maiden Temple at 325-6775.

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Kona Outdoor Circle is offering a full scholarship for its Master Gardener Certification Program, in cooperation with the University of Hawaii.

The scholarship is for $225, which enables the recipient to complete the three series of classes offered annually. Participation in the three series of classes and passing the tests at the end of each series is required, along with volunteer hours, to complete the requirements for certification as a Master Gardener.

The application deadline is April 8, 2005.

The scholarship commemorates the late Julie Ellison, whose great love was landscape design which she taught herself while working at nurseries and on grounds crews.

She owned and operated her own landscape design business, The Art of Gardens, and was a two-time winner of Kona Outdoor Circle’s Beautification Awards. Sunset Magazine also featured her design work.

Following her death in 2002, donations were made in Julie’s memory to the Kona Outdoor Circle and the Julie M. Ellison Fund was established. This Fund is used to provide scholarships for individuals participating in the Master Gardener Certification Program.

To be eligible for the scholarship, the applicant must be accepted into the Master Gardener Certification Program and state his or her intention to complete the certification process. Students who have already completed one or two series of classes are eligible, as well as new students in the program. The application form for the Spring 2005 scholarship is available online at konaoutdoorcircle.org .

For further information or to request an application form, call Kona Outdoor Circle at 329-7286.

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(All project schedules based on weather permitting.)

Parking Rules

Except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic, or in compliance with the law or the directions of a police officer or official traffic-control device, no person shall stand or park a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except momentarily to pick up or discharge a passenger or passengers:

1. In front of or within four feet of a public or private driveway or within a distance up to 75 feet of a public or private driveway when appropriate signs or markings are

installed;

2. Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant;
3. Within thirty feet of a crosswalk or within a distance up to 75 feet of a crosswalk when appropriate signs or markings are installed;
4. Within 30 feet of an intersection or within a distance up to 75 feet of an intersection when appropriate signs or markings are installed.

The County of Hawai’i Department of Public Works advises the public that from December 21, 2004 four temporary loading zones will go into effect along Ali’i Drive as follows:

• 30-minute freight loading zone on mauka side of Ali’i Drive north of the Ocean View Restaurant
• 30-minute freight loading zone on the mauka side of Ali’i Drive south of the Ocean View Restaurant
• Three-minute passenger loading zone on mauka side of Ali’i Drive south of the Ocean View Restaurant
• 30-minute freight loading zone on the makai side of Ali’i Drive across from Uncle Billy’s Kona Bay Hotel

This change will be in effect for a 90-day trial period and will remain in force until 12 noon on March 18, 2005. No parking will be allowed in these zones, and the no-parking rule will be enforced. The Department of Public Works asks for your patience and cooperation during this trial period.

For further information, please contact the Department of Public Works, Traffic Division at 961-8341.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

We encourage everyone to use web-based calendar links. Please add your own events to the respective calendars so others can get the word and not conflict with your plans.

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HAWAII COUNTY WEBSITE

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TO ADD OR REMOVE YOUR NAME

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