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June 16, 2006

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CONTENTS

 FEATURE ARTICLES

·        Hina Lani Street Traffic Signal Lights to be Operational from June 21

·        Kona Road Projects Open House Meeting July 26

COUNTY BULLETIN BOARD

·         “How Do We Grow?” Part 2 Charrette June 20-22 on Kona’s Future

·         Miloli`i Solid Waste Transfer Station – Draft Environmental Assessment

·         Proposed Sewer Improvements for Portions of Na`alehu – Meeting June 28

·         Proposed Sewer Improvements for Portions of Pahala – Meeting June 29

·         Water Conservation in Upper Puna due to Well Repair from June 19-30

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

·         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

·         Obon Season Marked in Hakalau by Shakuhachi Recital by Grand Master Riley Lee

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

·         Composting Workshops in June

·         Grant Writing Workshop at HawCC from July 17-21

·         Lecture on Recovery of USS Monitor in Hilo June 22

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

·         Early Education Researcher Dr. Lillian Katz Gives Free Lecture July 15

·         Home Healthcare Cooperative Meetings Islandwide

·         Free Mulch Available at Kona Transfer Station

TRAFFIC ALERT

·         Signs and Markings Projects

UPCOMING EVENTS

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FEATURE ARTICLES

Hina Lani Street Traffic Signal Lights to be Operational from June 21

The traffic signal at the Hina Lani Street and Mamalahoa Highway intersection in North Kona will be operational from Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 9:00 a.m., and will be placed on flashing operation the day before.

Motorists are encouraged to use extra caution during the initial familiarization period.

This traffic signal light project is one of many projects that the County is working on to mitigate Kona traffic congestion and improve safety.

Palani Road/Hwy 190 left-turn lane also near completion

Another nearby project also nearing completion is the left-turn lane at the Palani Road/Hwy 190 Intersection.  (All that remains to be done is the asphalt concrete paving and roadway striping).

These two projects are aimed at improving the safety and traffic flow in this area.

The County is very appreciative of for the commitment and personal attention of Mr. Clyde Nagata, who acted on behalf of Hawaiian Electric Light Company to do whatever he could to help in the completion of the Hina Lani traffic signal project.

For further information, please contact Keone Thompson at the Department of Public Works at 961-8321.

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Kona Road Projects Community Meeting July 26

The community is cordially invited to an “Open House” type public meeting to learn more about various road projects in the Kona area.

When:           Wednesday, July 26, 2006,  5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Where:          King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel

 We hope you will take this opportunity to interact with County and State project engineers regarding the following projects and initiatives:

If you require special accommodations or auxiliary aid and/or services to participate in this meeting (i.e. sign language interpreter, large print) or for more details on the meeting, please contact Jiro Sumada at the Department of Public Works, at 961-8321.

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COUNTY BULLETIN BOARD

“How Do We Grow?” Part 2 Charrette June 20-22 on Kona’s Future

The “How Do We Grow?” Part 2 Charrette marks the third phase of the Hawaii County Planning Department’s efforts to involve the community in building a vision for the future of Kona.  The results of this input will be used in the creation of the Kona Community Development Plan. 

The first phase consisted of more than 100 small community meetings held from October through January, serving to get input from residents regarding their priorities for the future of Kona.

The second phase was a public workshop held on February 18^th at the Sheraton Keauhou Resort and Spa titled: “Mapping the Future”.  Over three hundred people participated in this event.

The “How Do We Grow?” Part II Charrette is a three-day session to be held at the Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort, Kahaluu Ballroom on June 20 – 22, 2006.

On the first day (Tuesday, June 20, 2006) there will be an evening public meeting from 6:00 – 9:00 pm, consisting of a summary of How Do We Grow Part 1 Charrette, followed by an interactive session.  The presentation will introduce growth scenarios and preferred development patterns derived from the “Mapping the Future” Workshop held in February and How Do We Grow Part 1 Charrette in March.

On the second day (Wednesday, June 21), there will be an “Open House” 6:00 – 8:00 pm for the public to see how the consultants have integrated the ideas from the evening before and to articulate their preferences.  The charrette process will continue through day three as the consultants review and refine the alternative development scenarios based on what they heard from the community.

The community is encouraged to attend and provide feed back into the process.

The Kona Community Development Plan is a pilot project made possible by the adoption of the County General Plan in February 2005.

For the 6/20 public meeting and/or the 6/22 public meeting, please RSVP by phoning (808) 326-7269 or by emailing: tfukuda@wilsonokamoto.com .  No RSVP is needed for the “Open House” on 6/21.

If you have any questions, please call the Kona CDP Hotline at 808-326-7269 or email kona@hawaiiislandplan.com .  More information about the plan can be found online at http://www.hawaiiislandplan.com .

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Miloli`i Solid Waste Transfer Station – Draft Environmental Assessment

The following item concerns the Draft Environmental Assessment (DEA), after the fact, for the Miloli`i Solid Waste Transfer Station, TMK #8-9-004:007, Miloli`i, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii. The notice of availability of this DEA will be published in the Office of Environmental Quality Control Notice on June 8, 2006. The 30-day public comment period begins on that day.

(To view a PDF version of the Draft Environmental Assessment, go to www.co.hawaii.hi.us   , click on Departments, then click on Environmental Management and scroll down to the link to Miloli`i Transfer Station Environmental Assessment Draft.)

The Hawaii County Department of Environmental Management anticipates a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) determination for the Draft Environmental Assessment regarding the Miloli`i Transfer Station.

The Miloli`i transfer station consists of a single 20-foot drop box with a wood-frame stair and deck.  It was put into service to mitigate open dumping in the area and to provide a convenient and healthful service to local residents. It has been in operation for over 20 years, though without all the necessary permits or land-use authorization.

Miloli`i Transfer Station – the facility itself

The facility is operated by the County through a private contract to serve the disposal needs of the roughly 700 residents of the community of Miloli`i.

The transfer station property is owned by the State and located in a Conservation District and the Special Management Area.  This after-the-fact Environmental Assessment (EA) is prepared for the purpose of obtaining permits to bring the facility into compliance with existing State and County of Hawai`i regulations.

Proposal is to continue operations in situ until replacement is made available by the County

The proposed action is to continue to operate the facility in its current location until a replacement facility can be made available.  Alternatives to the proposed action are the No Action alternative, which would be to immediately close the transfer station, or to move the existing facility to an alternate location.

The No Action alternative is rejected because of probable environmental impacts.

No solid waste disposal alternatives would be available within 15 miles if the Miloli`i transfer station were closed immediately.

Few alternative sites in the area

An alternate location would not be ready for operation during the period before selection of a mauka site that would replace Miloli`i altogether.  There are few alternative locations in the community and those may create additional impacts that are not currently associated with the existing location.

Addressing compliance issues

Land-use restrictions on the existing location require that Conservation District Use Permit (CDUP) and a Special Management Area Permit be obtained.

For this reason the location is not in compliance with State of Hawai`i land-use plans or County zoning ordinances.  A Solid waste management permit will also be required.

Weighing the pros and cons of existing facility

Despite these restrictions the existing facility is found to have only minor and temporary impacts to the environment and quality of life in Miloli`i.  These impacts are far outweighed by the opportunity to dispose of residential waste in a safe, convenient and environmentally sound manner. 

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

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Proposed Sewer Improvements for Portions of Na`alehu – Meeting June 28

The County of Hawai`i’ Department of Environmental Management cordially invites the community to a meeting regarding proposed sewer improvements for portions of Na`alehu Village on Wednesday, June 28, from 6:00 -8:00 p.m.

WHEN:          Wednesday, June 28, 2006, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

WHERE:       Na`alehu Community Center

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 convert existing Large Capacity Cesspools to Septic Systems in portions of the Na’alehu Village in the Ka`u District of the Island of Hawai`i. 

The purpose of this meeting is to introduce the project and solicit public input and comments.  A Project Summary is available for viewing 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 of the Department of Environmental Management at 961-8083 at least five (5) working days prior to the meeting date.

For further information, please contact Steve Yee, SSFM Project Manager at (808) 933-2727

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Proposed Sewer Improvements for Portions of Pahala Village – Meeting June 29

The County of Hawai`i’ Department of Environmental Management cordially invites the community to a meeting regarding proposed sewer improvements for portions of Pahala Village on Thursday, June 29 from 6:00-8 p.m.

WHEN:          Thursday, June 29, 2006, 6:00– 8:00 p.m.

WHERE:       Pahala Community Center

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 convert existing Large Capacity Cesspools to Septic Systems in portions of the Pahala Village in the Ka`u District of the Island of Hawai`i.

The purpose of this meeting is to introduce the project and solicit public input and comments.  A Project Summary is available for viewing 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 of the Department of Environmental Management at (808) 961-8083 at least five (5) working days prior to the meeting date.

For further information, please contact Steve Yee, SSFM Project Manager at (808) 933-2727

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Water Conservation in Upper Puna due to Well Repair from June 19-30

Due to the scheduled repair of the Olaa #3 Well in Keaau from June 19 through June 30, the following areas will experience a water shortage, and water conservation is requested of all residents in the following towns in Upper Puna:  Kea`au, Kurtistown, and Mountain View.

The affected area extends from Shipman Industrial Park, along Highway 11 (Volcano Highway), including all side streets and subdivisions, to Glenwood Subdivision.  The Keaau-Pahoa affected area extends from Keaau, along Highway 130 (Keaau-Pahoa Road) including all side streets and subdivisions, to Makuu Farm Lots.

The Department of Water Supply is asking the Upper Puna community to conserve water, and reduce your daily consumption by 10%.  Here are some of the ways to conserve water:

•  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.

•  Stop lawn sprinkling.

•  Stop car and boat washing.

•  Use drinking water wisely.

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

For further information, please contact Clyde Young of the Department of Water Supply at 961-8790.

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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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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.hawaii-county.com .

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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:

·        Utility relocation work is on-going.

·        Landscaping and irrigation installation in progress.

·        Permanent striping on Kuakini Highway from Palani Road to the vicinity of Hanama Place will resume next week.

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

Obon Season Marked in Hakalau by Shakuhachi Recital by Riley Lee June 17

With Obon season upon us, the community of Wailea/Hakalau will be welcoming Shakuhachi (Japanese bamboo flute) grand master Riley Lee, who will perform on Saturday June 17 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.at Akiko’s Buddhist Bed & Breakfast.   

Donation: $10.

Please call 963-6422 for reservations.   For further information, you can also visit  www.alternative-hawaii.com/akiko .

Obon is the joyous time when our beloved ancestors return to visit us, according to Japanese Buddhist belief.  Please join us in wee Wailea Village to take in the spirit of old Hawaii.  Riley Lee will be performing traditional ancient melodies that recall the days when wandering monks made solitary mountain pilgrimages by foot. Hearing the wind and the forest sounds they created melodies while in deep meditation.

Riley will also be performing “zen” like improvisations as he responds to Buddhist chant by Rev. Soga of Maui and Hawaiian chant by Mailelaulani Canario of Keaau , wood and stone sculptures by Randy Takaki of Volcano and Fred Soriano of Hilo, modern dance by Trina Nahm-Mijo of Kurtistown, and the wind and water-like tai chi movements of Sifu Peter Tam Hoy.

The entire evening will begin with a bang as Troy Sakihara, Preston Chibana and Kaimana Kaohimaunu of the Hui Okinawa Kubudo Taiko drumming group enliven the audience and ancestors to officially begin OBON in Wailea

Everyone regardless of age likes a good scary ghost story. This year OBON in Wailea will also be celebrated with local storyteller Lopaka Kapanui from Honolulu. To those familiar with “obake” stories (Japanese ghost stories), some of you may be familiar with Glenn Grant. Glenn collected local “obake” stories for about 30 years. He said they were all true because they were told to him by people who had actually experienced them. Glenn has now passed on, and Lopaka is his heir continuing the tradition.

Lopaka will be telling two OBON “obake” stories. One is about a blind shakuhachi player and the other about a faceless woman. Riley will be improvising to both stories and modern dancer, Trina Nahm-Mijo, will be improvising to the faceless woman story.

Following the performance, guests are invited to tea and plantation snacks made by the Hakalau Senior citizens group and friends of Wailea Village Historic Preservation Community. Tea time is a good time to talk story with the artists, meet new friends and town elders in the precious old style plantation village setting.

Please park at the Hakalau baseball park and walk slowly into the village.

This event is made possible through a grant from the Hawaii County Research and Development and the Hawaii Tourist Authority.

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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 the following dates in June:

·        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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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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Grantsmanship Center Grant Writing Workshop July 17-21 at HawCC

Hawai`i Community College and the Hawai`i County Resource Center will host a workshop on successful grant proposal writing.  This workshop at Hawaii Community College in Hilo takes place from July 17-21, 2006.

During this five-day “hands-on” program, participants will be taken step-by-step through the techniques of writing competitive grant proposals.

Participants will be taken through all stages of planning programs and locating funding sources. Workshops will be conducted by a trainer from The Grantsmanship Center, the world’s most-established and largest fund development training organization.

Designed for both novice and advanced grantseekers, The Grantsmanship Training Program is a one-of-a-kind workshop widely recognized as the “gold standard” of grants training.

Tuition for this top-quality training program is $825.  (A limited number of half-tuition scholarships are available for organizations with budgets of less than $300,000.)

To ensure personalized attention, enrollment is limited to 30 participants.  These workshops often fill to capacity, so we encourage you to enroll early.

To register or to apply for a scholarship, please call The Grantsmanship Center directly at 1-(800)421-9512, or you can enroll online at www.tgci.com .

For further information, please contact Stephen McPeek, at the Hawaii County Resource Center at 961-8085 or Email: smcpeek@co.hawaii.hi.us .

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Lecture on Recovery of USS Monitor in Hilo June 22

Mokupapapa Discovery Center will host a special lecture by Dave Alberg, from Monitor National Marine Sanctuary, where he will discuss the fascinating history behind the sinking and recovery of the ironclad vessel U.S.S. Monitor

This free lecture will be conducted Thursday, June 22 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Mokupapapa Discovery Center, located next to Café Pesto in Downtown Hilo.

For further information, please call 933-8184.

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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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Early Education Researcher Dr. Lillian Katz Gives Free Lecture July 15

Dr. Lilian Katz, an internationally know early childhood teacher/researcher, will be presenting a free public lecture on Saturday, July 15th from l p.m.–3:30 p.m as part of a seminar entitled “Engaging Children’s Minds.”

Venue:  Four Seasons Hualalai – Ballroom

No reservations are necessary. The lecture is free and open to the public.

The Hawaii Community College and UH Center, West Hawaii in cooperation with other West Hawaii schools and agencies is presenting this seminar as part of its Hawaii NOW community seminar series.

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Home Healthcare Cooperative Meetings Islandwide

The USDA Rural Development is working with the community through a grant-funded partnership, to establish a home healthcare cooperative.  If you are a Home Care worker interested in becoming a member of this cooperative, or would like more information, please join us.  Contact: Kimberley or Margaret, 965-5063 or 936-9365

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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

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/calendar
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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FOR MORE INFORMATION

For more information, contact:
Janet Snyder
Phone: (808) 961-8223
Fax: (808) 933-1521
e-mail: jsnyder@co.hawaii.hi.us

Hawai‘i County ... a nice place to live.