FEATURE ARTICLES

·        Fire Department’s Overview on Residential Sprinkler Systems

COUNTY BULLETIN BOARD

·         Household Hazardous Waste Collections in Hilo and Kona

·         Presentation on Proposed West Hawai`i Civic Center for Kona on June 6 and 7

·         Coqui Control Training Class in Pahoa on June 6

·         Fire Chief’s Community Update for West Hawai`i on June 14

·         Hawai`i County Resource Center Accepts Healing Our Island Grant Applications

·         Deputy Voter Registrar Classes to be Conducted in Hawai`i County

·         More Roads-in-Limbo Information Sessions by Dept of Public Works

·         Environmental Management Commission Seeks Applicants for District 2

·         County Seeks Applicants for Cost of Government Commission

·         HI 5¢ Redemption Centers – Locations and Hours of Operation

·         HI5¢ Recyclers Can Donate Redemption Money to Hawai`i Island United Way

·         Kuakini Highway Update

·         Job Announcements

COMMUNITIES IN ACTION

·         Solutions Task Force Video Conferences on June 5

·         Meeting on Proposed Sewer Improvements Makai of Mamalahoa Hwy June 6

·         Lifelong Learning Institute holds Akamai Elders series of courses in Honoka`a

·         College Transfer Workshops to be presented in Kona by UH West Oahu

·         Workshop Offers Help for Big Island Caregivers of Elderly

·         Composting Workshops in June

·         Kailua-Kona’s July 4 Parade to Honor Late Astronaut Ellison Onizuka

·         Free Mulch Available at Kona Transfer Station

TRAFFIC ALERT

·         Signs and Markings Projects

UPCOMING EVENTS

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FEATURE ARTICLES

Fire Department’s Overview on Residential Sprinkler Systems

The following article was provided by Fire Chief Darryl Oliveira, as part of an initiative to encourage homeowners to consider installing residential sprinkler systems as a means of minimizing property damage in the event of a fire.

Residential sprinkler systems are not a new concept for providing home fire protection.  In fact, a number of communities across the country have passed legislative initiatives to require the installation of such systems in all new residential construction.

The basis for this push to encourage or even require sprinklers in the home setting is the fact that fire deaths and fire losses in the residential setting continue to present staggering numbers.

In 2003, the total cost of fire was in excess of $226 billion and 3,190 civilian fire deaths were recorded.  Of those fatalities, 82% occurred in homes.

When you consider that smoke alarms and fire sprinkler systems together can reduce fire death rates and property damage by as much as 82%, we may have prevented over 2,600 deaths.

Public buy-in no easy feat

Although the numbers are impressive, they do not make the push for legislative action and code requirements or public buy-in any easier.

The resistance to such measures often centers on discussions of cost and difficulty with installation and  effectiveness.

There’s also the myth that sprinkler systems will flood your home when they go off, not to mention that they are said to be aesthetically unappealing. 

The aforementioned arguments could not be farther from the truth.

The fact is that the cost of installing a residential sprinkler system during new construction ranges from $1.50 to $5.00 a square foot depending upon the system design and current installation costs.

(This is comparable to what most home owners will spend on floor covering materials alone.)

Sprinkler systems can be a la carte – to suit your safety needs

Sprinkler system designs can be tailored to address target rooms to minimize cost.

With the evolution of construction materials and the advent of high-grade thermal plastics, system plumbing can use a variety of easy-to-install piping and attractive fixtures or sprinkler heads.

There are also mist type systems that are being developed to minimize water use, while maintaining effectiveness.

Mist type systems would be ideal for our residents who live on catchment or limited water supply systems.

Allaying the myth of extensive water damage

As for the myth of extensive water damage and home flooding, the community needs to be better informed and educated as to how the systems work.

Basically, only those sprinkler heads that are activated due to heat or flame impingement will open and discharge water.

Sprinklers never take lives, fires do

Although these sprinkler heads will discharge a substantial amount of water, it is intended to save life and property.  I have yet to find any documentation of any life loss due to sprinkler system activation or the inability to recover from water damage. 

Weighing the benefits, especially for rural residents

So how valuable or beneficial would a sprinkler system initiative be for our residential community?

If you consider the rural make up of our island community and the associated separation or space that we seek between our residence and our neighbors, early fire detection and suppression are key to reducing fire losses.  It is not uncommon for the fire department to receive a call that a residence is on fire and that it is nearly fully engulfed.  This is due primarily to a lack of detection or notification and the exponential rate at which fire grows and spreads.  Fire often grows to a large and aggressive state before a neighbor or passerby notices.

Sprinklers can stem the spread of a fire

A residential sprinkler system would either keep fires in check and minimize their spread -- or even extinguish the fire before the arrival of any emergency services.  This is critical when you consider the limited number of resources that the Fire Department has and the prolonged response times in the rural setting.

Every ounce of prevention or proactive measure far outweighs the cost of mitigation.

Public education forums planned on residential sprinkler systems

The Fire Department hopes to participate in public education forums to provide residents and home owners with a thorough and accurate overview of residential sprinkler systems. 

For more information on residential sprinkler systems please contact the Fire Prevention Bureau of the County of Hawaii Fire Department at 961-8350 in Hilo or 327-3546 in Kona.

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Household Hazardous Waste Collections in Hilo and Kona

The biennial household hazardous waste collection drives for Hilo and Kona are scheduled as follows:

Saturday June 3: in Hilo at the Hilo Transfer Station

Saturday June 10: in Kona at the Kailua-Kona (Kealakehe) Transfer Station.

Hours of collection are from 7:30 am - 2:30 pm.

Residents can drop off used motor oil, all types of batteries, corrosives, mercury thermometers, paints and stains, garden supplies, poisons, outdated or unused medications (no controlled substances, please) and miscellaneous household products.

Not accepted are: industrial waste, explosives, biological or infectious waste, fire extinguishers, detergents and non-hazardous materials.

For more information, please contact your County Recycling Specialist at 961-8554.  

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Presentation on Proposed West Hawai`i Civic Center for Kona on June 6 and 7

The community is cordially invited to a presentation regarding the proposed West Hawaii Civic Center for Kona.

The new Civic Center will be located west of Kealakehe High School, along Ane Keohokalole Highway and Kealakehe Parkway.  It is designed to provide a convenient, one-stop center for a variety of County services, a community meeting place, as well as mayor and County Council offices.

When:            Tuesday, June 6, 2006, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Place:            King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel, Ballroom #1, Kailua-Kona

When:            Wednesday, June 7, 2006, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Place:            Konawaena Elementary School Cafeteria, Kealakekua

The presentation will go over the project scope, schedule, functional and fiscal requirements.

This is an opportunity to express your thoughts on the proposed facility, and learn about the results of prior public meetings involving the community, County administration and the County Council.

Seating may be limited.  For further information, please contact Deputy Managing Director Barbara Kossow at 329-5226.

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Coqui Control Training Class to be Held in Pahoa June 6

Coqui frogs are a noisy pest in our community and an environmental and economic menace. An effective way to eradicate and control coqui frogs is through the use of citric acid and hydrated lime, but it is important to know how to effectively and safely use these chemicals.

The Coqui Frog Work Group in partnership with the County of Hawaii, State of Hawaii, Department of Agriculture, UH-CTAHR, USDA and Hawaii Island Economic Development Board will provide a training class and sprayer demonstration on Tuesday, June 6, 2006 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the Pahoa Community Center.

Whether you are an experienced coqui-fighter or just getting started, this class is for you.

The agenda includes information on coqui life cycles, strategies for control, chemical safety, spraying techniques, large capacity sprayer training and community resources.

The class is free and attendees will receive a voucher for one free 50-pound bag of hydrated lime from the Hawaii Island Economic Development Board-Coqui Project.

The class is free, but reservations are required. For reservations please call Howard Lontoc, County of Hawaii- Coqui Eradication & Control Coordinator at 961-8066.

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Fire Chief’s Community Update for West Hawai`i on June 14

Please join Hawai`i County Fire Chief Darryl Oliveira for a community update on the Fire Department’s activities and projects in West Hawai`i on:

Wednesday, June 14, 2006, 9:30 – 10:00 a.m.

Liquor Control Conference Room, Kona Center Building

75-5722 Hanama Place, Suite 1107, Kailua-Kona

The public is also welcome to attend the Hawai`i County Fire Commission meeting beginning at 10:00 at the same venue.

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Hawai`i County Resource Center Accepts Healing Our Island Grant Applications

The Hawaii County Resource Center would like to inform our community that the center is now accepting applications for Healing Our Island grants.

The Healing Our Island Community Fund is a mini-grant program that awards grants of up to $2,000 to community groups and grassroots organizations within Hawaii County for projects and events that address drug awareness and education, and drug prevention.

You may download the application by visiting the Healing Our Island website at   www.healingourisland.com  

For further information about Healing Our Island or other community grant programs, please contact the Hawaii County Resource Center, Department of Research & Development at 25 Aupuni Street, Room 109, Hilo, HI  96720.  Phone: 961-8366.  Email: hcrc@co.hawaii.hi.us   . 

Thank you for helping to Heal Our Island!

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Deputy Voter Registrar Classes to be conducted in Hawai`i County

The Office of the County Clerk-Elections Division will be conducting Deputy Voter Registrar classes to be held on the following dates and times:

Individuals interested in registering voters can sign up for the classes by calling the Elections Division at 961-8277.  A minimum class size of 10 is required.

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More Roads-in-Limbo Information Sessions by Dept of Public Works

The County Department of Public Works invites the public to help verify the location of Government Roads or Homestead Roads on the Island of Hawai`i, in the Department's effort to develop a Roads- in-Limbo policy.

As a follow up to recently-held public meetings on Roads-in-Limbo, Public Works is holding additional meetings to ask residents and land owners to help verify any government or homestead road abutting their property.

WHERE: North Kohala, at Hisaoka Gym

WHEN:    May 31,2006 at 6:00 pm

WHERE: South Kohala, at Waimea Community Center

WHEN:   June 7, 2006 at 6 pm

If you plan on attending the meeting, please bring the Tax Map Key number of your property and Street Name.  We will have maps available at the meeting for review.  For further information, please contact Jiro A. Sumada, Deputy Director of Public Works at 961-8321.

If you require special accommodations or auxiliary aid and/or services to participate in this meeting (i.e. sign language interpreter, large print), please call 961-8321.

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Environmental Management Commission Seeks Applicants for District 2

The Environmental Management Commission has a vacancy for a commissioner to represent District 2 in Hilo (Council member Donald Ikeda's district).

Community-minded residents are encouraged to apply for this vacancy.

Members of the Environmental Management Commission advise the Department of Environmental Management on waste reduction strategies, recycling, litter control, community involvement, and other issues related to the functions of the department.

Under the Hawaii County Charter, appointments to the commission are made by the Mayor with Council approval.  Commissioners serve 5-year staggered terms.

The commission is made up of nine members, each representing one of the nine Council districts. 

To obtain an application, please contact the Office of Information and Complaints, Mayor's Office, Room 217, 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo. Phone:  961-8223  or at the Kona Mayor's Office, Hanama Place, 75-5706 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua-Kona. Phone: 329-5226.

For further information about the Environmental Management Commission, please contact the Department of Environmental Management at 961-8083.

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County Seeks Cost of Government Commission Member for District 8

Hawai`i County is currently recruiting a citizen volunteer to serve as commissioner to represent District 8 (Council member Angel Pilago's district) on the Cost of Government Commission.

The Commission serves for a period of 11 months only, and is empaneled one year after the Mayor is elected into office.

Their mission is to study and investigate present operations within the County of Hawai`i, and make recommendations to the Mayor and Hawai`i County Council on how improvements in County government may be made.

For further information, please contact Corporation Counsel Lincoln Ashida at 961-8251. Completed applications can be dropped off or mailed to Lincoln Ashida at the Office of the Corporation Counsel at the Hilo Lagoon Centre, 101 Aupuni Street, Suite 325, Hilo, HI 96720.

Application forms may be picked up in Hilo at the Office of Information and Complaints at Room 217, 25 Aupuni Street and in Kona at the Kona Mayor's Office at Hanama Place, Kailua-Kona.  You may also find an application form on line at www.co.hawaii.hi.us.

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Redemption Centers – Hours of Operation

The following is a primer on the State of Hawai`i's beverage container redemption program works, and the location of the County of Hawai’i’s beverage container redemption sites:

Qualifying Beverage Containers:

What’s IN:  Eligible (redeemable) beverage containers include:  soft drinks, soda, water, juice, tea and coffee drinks, and low alcohol content drinks (beer, malt beverages, wine coolers, mixed spirits) in metal, glass or #1&#2 plastic, 64 oz. or less.      

What’s OUT:  Ineligible (unredeemable) containers include:  milk, wine and liquor containers.

Reminder:  ONLY eligible HI5¢ labeled containers can be redeemed.

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

**Transfer Station centers closed daily from 1:00-1:30pm for lunch.**

Please contact Atlas Recycling LLC at 935-9328 (Hilo) or 329-6868 (Kona) for further information about additional scrap value paid on aluminum cans and their mobile redemption sites in rural communities.

Certified redemption centers are now accepting flattened aluminum and plastic HI5¢ beverage containers.  

Flattened containers are weighed at redemption sites to determine deposit payment.  The public is reminded that reverse vending machines will not accept flattened or crushed containers.

DID YOU KNOW….that the Department of Environmental Management has an information line?  Call 961-5044 for HI5¢ redemption, recycling, and other solid waste information.  Or visit:

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

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HI5¢ Recyclers Can Donate Redemption Money to Hawai`i Island United Way

The HI5 legislation, also known as the bottle bill began on January 1, 2005. It is working in many ways big and small. Here’s an example.

From May, 2006 conscientious recyclers can feel twice as good about keeping beverage containers out of the landfill, by taking advantage of a new fundraising program that directs the redemption money to the Hawaii Island United Way.

Through an agreement between Hawaii Island United Way and The Arc of Hilo, which operates nine out of 11 HI-5 redemption centers on the Big Island, residents can now direct their nickel-per-container proceeds to Hawaii Island United Way.

“Every nickel counts, and we are thrilled that The Arc of Hilo has generously agreed to direct HI-5 funds to us from people who want to support the programs and partner agencies of HIUW,” said Darla DeVille, president and CPO of the island-wide charitable agency.

The Arc of Hilo Redemption Centers located at the transfer stations in Hilo, Keaau, Waimea, and Kealakehe are open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and weekends from 8am-4:30pm.  Additional sites are open weekends only at the Pahoa, Waiohinu, Puako, Hawi and Keauhou transfer stations.

When dropping off your HI-5 containers, please state that you would like the nickels to benefit Hawaii Island United Way.  The Arc of Hilo will issue a check to Hawaii Island United Way once a month.

The Arc of Hilo is a non-profit organization that improves the quality of life for Big Island residents with developmental and other disabilities by providing recreational, vocational and skill training, as well as employment and residential opportunities.

Funds contributed to HIUW help to achieve its mission, which is to unite people, organizations, and resources to build a healthier community. Funds are directed to 39 programs of 30 partner agencies—including The Arc of Hilo--as well as to donor-choice agencies.

For more information, please call 935-6393 or 326-7400 or go to www.HawaiiUnitedWay.org.

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Kuakini Highway Construction Update

Construction work to widen Kuakini Highway, from Palani Road to Hualalai Road, commenced on November 8, 2004.

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.

By popular demand, the weekly Kuakini Update talk story sessions have resumed.

Join the project engineers and your neighbors at these talk story sessions, which will take place every Tuesday morning at 7:30 at the Mayor's Kona Conference Room at Hanama Place...  Coffee and doughnuts provided.

Here is the update for this week:

·        Installation, pressure testing and chlorination of the 16-inch waterline at the Kuakini/Hualalai intersection have been completed.  The connection to the new 16-inch waterline located south of the intersection will be carried out later.

·        Various utility relocation work continues.

·        Catch basin/drywell construction at the Kuakini/Sarona intersection is complete.  Installation of curb ramp and sidewalk continues.

·        Permanent striping on Kuakini Highway from Palani Road to approximately Hanama Place is on-going.

·        Utility installation work near the Kuakini end of Sarona Road continues.

Information on project status will be provided via this newsletter, the County website at www.co.hawaii.hi.us and the Mayor's West Hawaii Office at 329-5226.

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

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Job Announcements

Hawai`i County … a nice place to live. County of Hawai`i … a great place to work.

Consider employment with the County of Hawai`i because it offers: numerous jobs, great benefits, provides valuable services, diverse culture, a beautiful island – not to mention warm and friendly residents.

Call the County of Hawai`i’s job hotline (808) 961-8618 or visit www.co.hawaii.hi.us   to download an application packet.

For job postings, visit our website: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/civil_serv/civ_serv.htm

Click on employment opportunities to download all of the forms.

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COMMUNITIES IN ACTION

Solutions Task Force Groups to meet Monday, June 5

Solutions: Neighborhoods In Action Traffic and Animal Control Task Force Groups will meet on Monday, June 5, 2006 via a video conference at the Kona Mayor's Office - 75-5706 Kuakini Hwy and Hilo Prosecutor's Office - 34 Rainbow Drive.

The following times, contact information and partial agenda for the Task Force Groups are:

Traffic Task Force Meeting:  Time: 10am - 11am.  Agenda: continue working on "Speeding In Neighborhoods". Continue updates on the “Community Road Safety Watch” program.  What about a State Highway Patrol?  Contact: Lil Beaufrere at 325-0039 or email konalil@hawaii.rr.com

Animal Control Task Meeting:   Time: 11:15am - 12:15pm.  Agenda: What does the latest draft for the Animal Control Bill contain?  Report from the Humane Society and updates on the 2006 Legislation. Contact: Nancy Zorn at 328-9931 or nzzorn2@kona.net

Please visit the "Solutions" web site for further details: www.solutionsislandhawaii.com

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Meeting on Proposed Sewer Improvements Makai of Mamalahoa Hwy June 6

WHEN:          Tuesday, June 6, 2006, 6:00–8 p.m.

WHERE:       Kealakehe High School Cafeteria

The County of Hawai‘i Department of Environmental Management has engaged the Planning/Engineering firm of SSFM International to address future sewer improvements necessary to serve projected development in the North Kona Region of the Island of Hawai`i. 

Sewer improvements are proposed for areas makai of Mamalahoa Highway within the Kohanaiki, Kaloko, Honokohau, and (portion of) Kealakehe land divisions.  Sewer improvements are to be implemented via an “Improvement District” for North Kona per Hawai’i County Council Resolution No. 129-03.

The purpose of this meeting is to introduce the project and solicit public input and comments.  The draft Sewer Master Plan Report will be available after June 1, 2006 for viewing at the Kailua-Kona Public Library as well as on the County of Hawaii’s website, www.co.hawaii.hi.us under Department of Environmental Management, Technical Services Section.

Individuals requiring special needs accommodations should call Nelson Ho, Deputy Director of Environmental Management at (808) 961-8083 at least five (5) working days prior to the meeting date.

For further information, please contact Bill DeMent, SSFM Project Manager at (808) 933-2727.

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Lifelong Learning Institute holds Akamai Elders series of courses in Honoka`a

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and the Office of Aging’s community group Hamakua Partners in Eldercare are presenting the Akamai Elders series this June in Honoka`a at the Old Honoka`a Hospital site.

The series at the North Hawai`i Education and Research Center (NHERC) will be on five consecutive Thursdays in June:

·        Assuring Future Health Care Choices:  Section 1: June 1st, 29th 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm; Section 2: June 1st, 29th 6:00 – 7:30 pm.

·        Estate Planning:  June 8th, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

·        Credit Card Fundamentals:  June 15th, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm.

·        Caring for Someone You Love at Home:  June 22nd, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm.

For further information, please contact Bill Kunstman, North Hawai`i Coordinator, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, North Hawai`i Education and Research Center at (808) 756-2127, email: wkunstma@hawaii.edu  .

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College Transfer Workshops to be presented in Kona by UH West Oahu

Two informational workshops for West Hawaii residents on Distance Learning Programs offered by UH West Oahu in partnership with UH Center, West Hawaii will be held on June 8, 2006 in Kona at the King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel.

The workshop/seminars are scheduled as follows:

Session 1 from 12 noon–12:45 p.m.      Q&A to follow

Session II from 5 p.m.–5:45 p.m.         Q&A to follow

The following are the distance education opportunities provided by UHWO:

·        Bachelor of Arts degrees in Business Administration

·        Social Sciences – Applied Track,

·        Early Childhood Education.

In addition, a Certificate in Substance Abuse and Addictions Studies can also be earned.  The newest degree being offered is the Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education which is beginning Fall 2006.

Call UH West O’ahu toll-free at l-866-299-8656 to sign up for the workshop.

Applications are available on line at www.uhwo.hawaii.edu/request and will be provided at the workshop.

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Workshop Offers Help for Big Island Caregivers of Elderly

AARP Hawaii and the Hawaii County Office of Aging are pleased to present A Hilo Caregiver Workshop: Discover Eden at Home at the Naniloa Volcanoes Resort on Wednesday, June 14  from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

The workshop for family and professional caregivers features Harvard-educated gerontologist Dr. William Thomas, whose visionary ideas about nursing homes have helped transform hundreds of long-term care facilities in the U.S. and abroad. 

Dr. Thomas is joined by Nancy Fox, executive director of the Eden Alternative, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of elders and their caregivers.  The Eden Alternative is committed to the establishment of elder-centered communities, which incorporate close contact with plants, animals and children. 

The workshop captures the essence of the Eden Alternative’s principles as they apply to home- and community-based care and will offer meaningful tools and insights to enrich the quality of life of caregivers and the elders for whom they care.

Caregivers will also learn about the process of aging and ways of finding greater peace and wisdom.

The Discover Eden at Home workshop is sponsored by AARP, ALU LIKE, Inc., HMSA and the Hawaii C County Office of Aging.

The workshop is free, but space is limited.  Please register in advance by calling toll-free 1-877-926-8300.  For more information call the County Office of Aging at 327-3597.

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Composting Workshops in June

Learn how to compost green waste and kitchen scraps for a healthier environment, better soil, and even free fish bait! Reduce what goes into the Hilo landfill-compost.

Workshops take place rain or shine.  Kids participate for free.

Workshop space is limited. Please register to reserve your spot.  Send an email www.PiperSelden.com .  Tab on location for directions to workshop.  Or call for information (808) 937-2233.

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Kailua-Kona’s July 4 Parade to Honor Late Astronaut Ellison Onizuka

The theme for the 11th Annual Kailua-Kona Independence Day parade is “Fulfill Your Dreams” – Honoring Astronaut Col. Ellison Onizuka.  The Grand Marshal for this year’s parade will be Mrs. Lorna Onizuka.

The parade will begin at the Kona Kekuaokalani Gymnasium parking lot at 10:00 a.m. and take the traditional route down Kuakini Highway to Palani Road onto Ali`i Drive to the Coconut Grove Marketplace.

We invite you to support the parade by participating with an entry or being a sponsor.  Volunteers are also needed to help on parade day.

Please contact Renee Kraft for entry application or sponsorship form at 345-2108 or e-mail Konakolohe@yahoo.com

Additional questions regarding the parade call Cliff Kopp at 331-8191 or Barbara Kossow at 329-5226.

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High Quality Mulch at Kealakehe Transfer Station

The County of Hawai’i has FREE MULCH at the public pick-up area of the Kailua-Kona (Kealakehe) Transfer Station available 7 days a week from 6:30 am - 6:30 pm.  This mulch is being processed by EKO Composting and is a higher-quality product than previously available.

Bring a pitchfork to load your own vehicle or have EKO Composting operators load with a backhoe from 7 am to 4 pm only.  No loading fees.

If you want large loads delivered to your property contact a local trucking firm to arrange for delivery of large loads of mulch.  Again, no fees are charged to load any sized truck.

For inquiries, call the County's Recycling  Specialist at 961-8554.

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TRAFFIC ALERT

Signs and Markings Projects

(All projects based on weather permitting:)

Signs and Markings Project by Traffic’s Maintenance Crews Only

All project schedules based on weather permitting.

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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.

County of Hawaii: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/cgi-bin/webcal/webcal.pl
State of Hawaii: http://www.state.hi.us/calendars.htm
Hawaii Visitors and Conventions Bureau: http://calendar.gohawaii.com/
Hawaii.com: http://www.hawaii.com/live/
Hawaii Community Foundation: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/calendar/index/php
Alternative-Hawaii: http://www.alternative-hawaii.com/calendar.htm
Kamuela.com: http://kamuela.com/calendar/default.asp
Hawaii Public Radio: http://www.hawaiipublicradio.org/psa.htm
Hawaii Theatre Network: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hawaiitheatre
UH at Hilo Theatre Events: http://performingarts.net/Theatre/seasoncalendar/calendar.pl
Waikoloa Village: http://www.waikoloa.org/WVCalendar.html
Hilo Downtown Improvement Association Activity Guide: Send an email to dia@hilo.net with the details of your upcoming event or call 935-8850.
Prince Kuhio Plaza: http://www.princekuhioplaza.com/html/Events.asp
Substance Abuse Conference (Hawai`i Community College) www.hawaii.hawaii.edu/hsersacc/BPC.htm

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HAWAII COUNTY WEBSITE

County of Hawaii WebSite Address: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/

County Forms Online: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/forms/forms.html
County Maps Online: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/maps/maps.html
County Project Summaries And Updates Online: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/info/projects.htm

Use the following links to the specific region:
North Hawaii: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/info/nh/NH-M.htm
East Hawaii: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/info/eh/EH-M.htm
South Hawaii: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/info/sh/SH-M.htm
West Hawaii: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/info/k2k/K2K-M.htm

Procurement Notices: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/purchasing/bids.htm

WE VALUE YOUR FEEDBACK

Information & Complaints:  cohinfo@co.hawaii.hi.us
County Departments: http://co.hawaii.hi.us/email.htm
Hawaii County website: co.hawaii.hi.us

TO ADD OR REMOVE YOUR NAME

To add or remove your name from distribution, e-mail Janet Snyder: jsnyder@co.hawaii.hi.us

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