Kula Community Association
P.O. Box 417, Kula, Hawaii 96790
http://kulamaui.com

Board Meeting Minutes
February 7, 2002

Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Elliott Krash at 5:35 p.m. at the Kula Elementary School.

Attendees
Members present: Frank Catanzano, Gina Flammer, Dave Jenkins, Alan Kaufman, Elliott Krash, Terry McBarnet, Dick Mayer, Verna Nahulu, Mitch Silver, Steve Sutrov, and John Wilson
Members excused: Hari Ajmani, Karolyn Mossman, and Wally Taylor
Members absent: Marjorie Hill, Ron Nagata

Treasurer's Report
The Treasurer's report submitted by John Wilson showed the balance of $1902.59 on January 1, 2002. With year to date income of $25.66 ($00.66 interest income and $25.00 donation) and year to date expenses of $292.78 ($217.78 administrative expenses and $75.00 community center deposit), the February 7 balance is $1635.47. The Treasurer's report, subject to audit, was filed. 

Secretary's Report
The secretary's report of the November and January meetings were reviewed. A typographical spelling in the November minutes was corrected and the minutes were approved as submitted by Gina Flammer and Verna Nahulu.

Communications
Communications were listed on the agenda, copies of available items were circulated, and several were reviewed by Elliott Krash. Specifically, she requested guidance on the request from Wanda Riggs of the Keiki Zoo to make a presentation at a Board or General Membership Meeting. Alan Kaufman explained that the zoo offers numerous educational programs that would be of interest to the general public and there was consensus that there should be a presentation at the May General Meeting. Also shared were: a phone call from the State Department of Transportation that the Final EIS on the Upcountry Highway will not be available until March; copies of a flyer on Long Range Planning from Brian Miskae and the announcement that he will attend the March Board Meeting to engage the group in a brief discussion; and a letter from the USDA requesting comment on a revision to the second phase of the ag water line.

Committee Reports
Planning - Antennas: Elliott Krash attended the February 5 meeting of the County Council Subcommittee on Communications Infrastructure (Human Services and Economic Development Committee). She thanked the Council for undertaking the development of recommendations for telecommunications infrastructure and shared with them how the current situation without guidelines is ambiguous and unfair to all - consumers, service providers, residents, and the community at large. The subcommittee will be studying the matter for several months, with a break during the Council's budget deliberations. Elliott suggested that KCA members monitor the subcommittee's meetings as there are no representatives of Upcountry or agricultural interests on the subcommittee. Dick Mayer announced that he received a call from Mike Molina inviting the KCA to appoint a member to join the Subcommittee. John Wilson volunteered and his appointment will be considered by the subcommittee at one of their next meetings.

Planning - Sign Ordinance: Gina Flammer and Elliott Krash announced that the Council Public Works Committee witll be considering the draft sign ordinance on February 13. Gina will attend and present testimony requesting an amendment to prohibit internally lit signs or signs of non-natural materials in an agricultural area or on public/quasi-public area within an ag zone.

Health/Safety - Ambulance: Elliott Krash explained that the Kula service is now 12 hours - 6:30 to 6:30 and that the area has been extended to cover Kula 200, Kulamalu, including everything above and below the highway, following the Haleakala Highway and Crater Road to the summit. The CVU (Community Voices Upcountry) group is writing letters and others will be encouraged to do so by the KCA's newsletter article.

Unfinished Business
KCA Image/Communications: Mitchell Silver proposed that the Board consider production of KCA caps. The cost is approximately $7 wholesale/$14 retail. Wally Taylor has been approached about the possibility of selling them at Kula Ace. There was discussion about the purpose of selling tees, hats and other logo-wear. Alan Kaufman, Elliott Krash, and others emphasized that the goal is to represent and project an image of our community and that the proceeds are not for profit but to fund the association's efforts to benefit the community by informing and educating Kula residents and the community at large through meetings, presentations, newsletters, and other means. After discussion on design, logo, quality, and other features, it was decided that Mitch would collect quotes from one or more companies and ask Curtis Cost for design ideas. Also, Terry McBarnet will ask his wife, who is an artist, for suggestions. They will bring this information to the next meeting for review and decision. 

Another communications/image opportunity mentioned was Akaku's PSA - public service announcement. The Communications Committee will check with Judy Starbuck about the guidelines.

Charter Commission: Dick Mayer announced that the Charter Commission hearing will be at Tavares Center on March 27 and he suggested that the KCA Board may want to take positions on some of the Commission's proposals. It was decided that a subcommitte of Dick, Elliott Krash, Gina Flammer, and Barbara Long will review the Commission's proposed amendments and bring recommendations for the KCA Board to its next meeting. 

February Newsletter: Mitchell Silver and Elliott Krash distributed a draft copy for review. They explained that the price for printing and mailing will be the same for the 8 1/2 X 14 as for the 8 1/2 X 11. The group proofread and reviewed it for substance. Minor changes were made in format and text for clarity and emphasis, but there were no substantive changes. On a suggestion by Steve Sutrov, the group agreed it should be in mailboxes on the Saturday before the General Membership Meeting the following Thursday.
General Meeting: Elliott Krash reviewed the presentations scheduled (as discussed at the January Board Meeting). She will circulate a draft agenda to presenters and the Board Members for review and revision. It was decided that there will be brief committee reports on antennas, the upcountry highway, and outdoor lighting. John Wilson suggested we be prepared to review KCA's previous position on traffic cameras if it is addressed by Representative Bukoski or others. There was a brief review of the meeting preparation tasks; Elliott will email the list to everyone.

New Business
Water: Dick Mayer announced that the Board of Water Supply has scheduled hearings on the proposed rules for meter fees and issuance of Upcountry meters, but neither of the hearings will be held Upcountry. On a motion by Dick Mayer, seconded by Mitch Silver, the Board agreed to send a letter to the Board of Water Supply requesting that a meeting be scheduled in Kula or Pukalani. Elliott Krash, Dick Mayer, Terry McBarnet, and Mitchell Silver volunteered to draft testimony for the Upcountry hearing.

Other Business
Sponsors/Donations: Frank Catanzaro suggested a web site "donations button" to make it easy for web site visitor to contribute. Verna Nahulu proposed newsletter sponsors. After brief discussion on the logistics and feasibility of these proposals, it was decided more discussion was required and should be scheduled for another meeting.

KCA Election Forums: Dick announced that he will be off island for the general election forum so he will recruit a coordinator for that event.

KCA Registration with Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs: John Wilson announced that he has received the annual form and that he will complete and submit it along with the annual filing fee.

Digital Projector: Mitchell Silver proposed that the KCA solicit donations for the purchase of a digital projector to be used for presentations at KCA meetings and for other purposes. The group agreed with the concept and Mitch will refine his draft proposal and continue the discussions he has initiated with individuals who might assist with identifying funding sources for this equipment.

Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 7:15.