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High Street Journal An Official Publication of the County of Maui AUGUST 2018

NO-COST HEALTH CARE AVAILABLE THROUGH TROPIC CARE UNTIL AUGUST 19 MAUI COUNTY RECOGNIZED FOR PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT LEADERSHIP MAUI VOLUNTEER WINS NATIONAL RECOGNITION

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Message from the Mayor.................................................................................... 3 M.D. Minute............................................................................................................. 4 Happenings at the County ............................................................................... 5

PUBLISHER / EDITOR Lynn Araki-Regan EDITORIAL COORDINATORS Kehau Deutsche Tiffany Iida Rod Antone PHOTO COORDINATOR Ryan Piros CONTRIBUTORS Dana Acosta Karen Arakawa Mayor Alan Arakawa Tamara Farnsworth Liz Foote Geri Onaga Karin Phaneuf Keith Regan Wendy Stebbins

Maui County Recognized for Performance Management Leadership .............................................................................................................. 7 Residents encouraged to take advantage of no cost health care which ends Aug. 19........................................................................................ 8 Small Business Revitalization Grants for Lanai, Molokai Announced ............................................................................................................ 9 Kulia i ka nu`u ........................................................................................................ 10 Maui Volunteer Wins National Recognition ............................................. 12 What’s Going On With The Workday Project?...................................... 13 From Traditional to Trendy -- Options for All!....................................... 14 “Maui Sunday Market” ................................................................................. 15 Photo Gallery ......................................................................................................... 16

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR Aloha everyone, Lots to talk about this month. Tropic Care is here again to help those needing basic health care services. For those of you who don’t remember what Tropic Care was, it’s a joint military training exercise to mobilize medical clinics for communities in times of need. Back in 2013, the military, with county and state support, set up clinics in Central, South, East and West Maui along with Molokai and Lanai. This year, Tropic Care runs until August 19th. Please help us remind our residents to take advantage of this opportunity for no-cost health care! Finally, we are in hurricane season. As public servants who may have to work during emergency events like hurricanes, it is our duty to get our households prepared early, so that when the time comes we can concentrate on doing our jobs without having to worry about our families. So here’s a to do list that you should start, if you haven’t yet already: *

Prepare an “emergency kit” of a minimum of 14 days of food, water and other supplies.

* Talk with family members and develop a clear understanding what you will do if a hurricane or tropical storm threatens. Prepare an action plan that includes details such as whether your family plans to shelter in place or evacuate. * Know if your home is in an inundation zone, flood zone, or susceptible to high winds and other hazards. Know if your home is retrofitted with hurricane resistant clips or straps. *

Stay tuned to local media and their websites/applications regarding weather updates.

Get to know your neighbors and community so you can help each other.

* Walk your property and check for potential flood threats. Clear your gutters and other drainage systems. Remove and secure loose items. Keep your car gas tanks filled. * Prepare your pets by checking or purchasing a carrier and other preparedness items. A pet carrier is necessary for your pet’s safety if you plan to evacuate to a pet-friendly shelter. Don’t forget 14 days of food and water for your furry family members. * Set aside an emergency supply of any needed medication and keep a copy of your prescriptions in case you run out of medication after a disaster. *

Secure your important documents in protective containers.

* Visitors should download GoHawaii App and read the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s Travel Safety Brochure at http://www.travelsmarthawaii.com. *

Did you build that emergency kit yet? Do it now.

Let’s all get prepared so we can stay safe out there. page 3

Mayor Alan M. Arakawa

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A Message from Managing Director Keith Regan “Chinese saying that goes: “If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a day, go fishing. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help somebody.” – Chinese proverb THE ELEVATOR TO HAPPINESS Did you ever notice that the Kalana O Maui elevator carries some of the kindest people? The County of Maui elevator is particularly nice. People greet one another. They hit buttons for your floor. They even say hello to strangers and wish them a good day. A recent 9th floor hire mentioned this distinction not long ago, and I would agree. Next time you think of it, compare our elevator experience to one elsewhere. The silent ride is just not the same. This makes me reflect on Maui’s uniquely compassionate and kind people. We could venture so far as to say we’re happier than people in other places, especially during a time when media seems muddied with all kinds of quests for what makes one happy. “Time” magazine dedicated an entire issue to the happiness pursuit. Various outside studies it cited showed that happiness comes through service. The old adage, “It’s better to give than to receive,” is echoed by writers, philosophers, doctors, scientists and leaders throughout the centuries. “Scientific research provides compelling data to support the anecdotal evidence that giving is a powerful pathway to personal growth and lasting happiness,” the Time article said. “Experiments show evidence that altruism is hardwired in the brain—and it’s pleasurable. Helping others may just be the secret to living a life that is not only happier but also healthier, wealthier, more productive, and meaningful.” This August, we have an opportunity to serve a worthy cause – and gain some positive feelings as payback. Tropic Care 2018, a U.S. military effort to provide no-cost health care services to people who may not be able to access help otherwise, will be held at six sites throughout the county from Aug. 11 – 19. Behindthe-scenes work by volunteers from the state, county, nonprofits, for-profits and members of the federal government, have been ongoing for months. Everything culminates in the next couple weeks. That’s where Tropic Care 2018 could use help. We still need volunteers daily at each site in Central, West, South and East Maui, Molokai and Lanai between now and August 19. Even if you’re not able to set aside time, please help spread the word. Information and volunteer signups can be found here: www. mauicounty.gov/tropiccare Continue to look for those ways to encourage and serve – even if it’s in the form of pressing the button for someone in the elevator. Kindness counts, and each gesture goes a long way – toward your happiness, and the benefit of others. Thank you for your continued service!

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Keith Regan Managing Director

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THE COUNTY

PAPALAUA WAYSIDE CAMPGROUND CLOSED FOR CLEANUP

KAHULUI’S KOKUA POOL TO CLOSE AUGUST 20-21

The Department of Parks & Recreation will be closing down the campground area of Papalaua Wayside Park from August 20 to August 31 for clean-up work.

The Kokua Pool at 275 Uhu St., Kahului, will be closed August 20-21, 2018, due to maintenance, according to the county Department of Parks and Recreation’s Pools section. It will reopen at 10 a.m. August 22.

For more information contact the West Maui Parks Division at 661-4685. For general parks information visit www.mauicounty.gov/parks.

For more information, call the pools section at 270-6137.

JUNK VEHICLE DISPOSAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM STARTING UP AGAIN ON SEPTEMBER 4

MAUI COUNTY EARNS NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR ITS ANNUAL MADE IN MAUI COUNTY FESTIVAL

The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management is re-launching the Junk Vehicles Disposal Assistance Program on September 4, 2018. Under this program, residents will be able to dispose of one vehicle per year at no charge. Owners will be required to register their vehicles as “Permanently Junked” with the Department of Motor Vehicles and Licensing and deliver their vehicles to Hammerhead Metals Recycling facility in the Central Maui Baseyard. To participate in this program, download FAQ’s, Eligibility Criteria, Instructions, as well as the “Intake Form” at www. mauicounty.gov/avm on or after September 1, 2018.

Maui County’s annual Made in Maui County Festival (MIMCF) has been recognized with an Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.

Don’t Dump It... Junk It

NACo recognized the MIMCF, a locally made products festival, in the category of Community and Economic Development. The County of Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Development (OED) and Maui Chamber of Commerce established the annual MIMCF in an effort to further develop the County’s manufacturing industry.

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Held on the first Friday and Saturday of November at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului, the goal of this annual event is to: showcase locally made products; grow independent businesses headquartered within the county (islands Maui, Molokai and Lanai); strengthen the community by encouraging job creation; and diversify the county’s economy.

NACo President Roy Charles Brooks said, “Counties seize opportunities to deliver services more efficiently and build stronger communities every day. Achievement Awardwinning programs are examples for counties that are determined to enhance services for our residents.”

According to Pamela Tumpap, President of the Maui Chamber of Commerce, “We value our partnership with the County of Maui and OED, who was a catalyst in uniting partners and resources to establish this major annual event. Beyond advancing our island’s niche manufacturing industry (demonstrated by the tremendous results achieved to date), the festival is also a stellar public, private and nonprofit sector model that leverages local resources and talents to spur economic development and collaboration on activities that benefit all businesses in Maui County.”

Nationally, awards are given in 18 different categories that reflect the vast, comprehensive services counties provide. The categories include children and youth, criminal justice, county administration, information technology, health, civic engagement and many more.

Since the first MIMCF was held in 2014, this annual event has attracted over 40,400 residents and visitors in attendance, with participating vendors reporting over $1.8 million in total product sales, 982 total new wholesale accounts, and 6,291 new leads gained at the two-day event. “It is very gratifying that the Made In Maui County Festival continues to receive national recognition, not just for the event itself, but for the entrepreneurial eco-system that we have built for our ‘locally-Made’ manufacturers,” said Teena Rasmussen, Director of the County of Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Development. “We are very proud to receive this recognition by NACo and it validates the hard work by our event committee, the vendors, our business partners, and our volunteers.”

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The 5th Annual Made in Maui County Festival will be held on November 2 & 3, 2018 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. For more information, visit www.MadeInMauiCountyFestival.com.

NACo will recognize award-winning counties at its 2018 Annual Conference and Exposition July 13-16 in Nashville/Davidson County, Tennessee. Started in 1970, NACo’s annual Achievement Awards program is designed to recognize county government innovations. Each nominee is judged on its own merits and not against other applications received. TRAFFIC ADVISORY DUE TO IAO, BALDWIN’S EARLY RELEASE County employees are hereby notified that Iao Intermediate and H.P. Baldwin High Schools’ early release has been changed from Wednesdays to Thursdays. Beginning this month, Baldwin High releases its students at 1:40 p.m. and Iao Intermediate School at 1:15 p.m. on Thursdays. For more information, call the State of Hawaii Department of Education Maui District Office at 984-8000.

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Maui County Recognized for Performance Management Leadership BY: INTERNATIONAL CITY/COUNTY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION The International City/ County Management Association (ICMA) is pleased to announce that Maui County has been recognized for its data-driven management and reporting efforts with a Certificate of Achievement in Performance Management. “Performance management is a bedrock principle of professional local government management,” ICMA Executive Director Marc A. Ott said. “By recognizing these leaders, ICMA hopes to encourage others to make a commitment to collect and analyze data, report it transparently, and use it to continuously engage their communities and improve their organizations.” Certificates are based on established criteria and are awarded at three levels: Achievement, Distinction, and the highest level of recognition, Excellence. Recipients at all levels collect and verify data to ensure reliability, train staff in performance measurement, and report data to the public through budgets, newsletters, and/or information provided to elected officials. Certificates of Distinction are awarded to those who also provide comparative and benchmarking information to the public, use performance data in strategic planning and operational decisionmaking, and share their knowledge with other local governments through presentations, site visits, and other networking activities. Certificates of Excellence go to those who also track and report key outcomes, survey residents and local government employees, incorporate data into performance dashboards or other visual communications, and foster the development of a performance culture throughout their organizations. Maui County is among 15 jurisdictions receiving the Certificate of Achievement, and one of 57 recognized overall. This is the second year the

county’s performance management efforts have been recognized by ICMA. A complete list of recipients and examples of programs that exemplify the certificate criteria appear on the Certificate Program page on the ICMA website. ICMA will officially recognize recipients at its 104th Annual Conference in Baltimore, Maryland, September 23-26, and in the October 2018 issue of PM (Public Management) magazine. Criteria for the 2019 certificates will be announced in November 2018. Any local government may apply. For further information, contact gyoung@ icma.org. ICMA, the International City/ County Management Association, advances professional local government management worldwide through leadership, management, innovation, and ethics. ICMA is second only to the federal government in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of data focused on issues related to local government management. Through expansive partnerships with local governments, federal agencies, nonprofits, and philanthropic funders, the organization gathers information on topics such as sustainability, health care, aging communities, economic development, homeland security, and performance measurement and management data on a variety of local government services—all of which support related training, education, and technical assistance. ICMA provides support, publications, data and information, peer and results-oriented assistance, and training and professional development to more than 11,000 city, town, and county experts and other individuals and organizations throughout the world.

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Residents encouraged to take advantage of no cost health care which ends Aug. 19 This year, the U.S. military, State of Hawaii Department of Health and County of Maui have brought no-cost health care to our residents through Maui County Tropic Care 2018 which ends on August 19. Maui County Tropic Care 2018 is taking place on all three islands, specifically at the University of Hawaii - Maui College campus, Waiola Church in Lahaina, St. Theresa’s Church in Kihei, Old Hana School cafeteria, Mitchell Pauole Center on Moloka’i and the County Gym on Lanai. The professionally trained members of the military offers physicals, eye exams, dental exams, fillings, extractions and even make eyeglasses for those who need them. No medical insurance or even identification is needed. First come, first served. For those who will not be able to pick up their no-cost eyeglasses by August 19, the eyeglasses will be available for pick up at the Mayor’s Office until September 30.

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Small Business Revitalization Grants for Lanai, Molokai Announced The Mayor’s Office of Economic Development (OED) today announced that applications are now being accepted for a fifth round of grants for businesses on Lanai and Molokai. The grant awards will range from $500 to $5000; non-profit entities are not eligible for this program. The small business revitalization grants are designed to assist businesses with fewer than 10 employees who do business in Maui County’s rural communities such as Lanai and Molokai, which have been identified as the areas hardest hit in their ability to recover from the economic downturn of the past few years. The grant funds may be used for new equipment, renovation, websites, marketing materials or other purposes that will help the businesses grow, prosper and create jobs. The grant program is a 40/60 match grant, which means that for applicants accepted, for every $40 they contribute they will receive a match of $60. Applications and rules for this program are available online at www.mauicounty.gov/OED (click on “Grants & Awards” on the left side) or at Lokahi Pacific, which is managing the grant program. For more information, call 242-5761 or email susie@lokahipacific.org. The deadline for applying for this round of funding is October 22, 2018. “This program is very innovative,” said Mayor Alan Arakawa, “because it allows each applicant to determine exactly what they need in their business

and provides owners a great opportunity and low-cost way to grow their business.” “Maui County’s Small Business Revitalization Grant will give Molokai small businesses an opportunity to leverage funds to grow their existing business,” said Councilwoman Stacy Crivello. “This will allow them to strive to produce more efficiently and assist in supporting existing jobs in our rural landscape.” Councilman Riki Hokama stated that the program “is innovative and gets to the core of what a business needs most to keep them moving forward.” OED Director Teena Rasmussen noted that these businesses strive hard to remain profitable, noting that “small micro grants are such a great way to preserve the jobs these companies offer in our rural communities.” Lokahi Pacific was selected by OED as the master grantee and fiscal agent for Small Business Revitalization grants. Susie Thieman, Lokahi Pacific Executive Director, said this has been an “exciting and popular project for our agency.” The Mayor’s Office of Economic Development has a variety of grant programs targeted to different sectors in the economy. For more information on grant availability, visit the OED website at www. mauicounty.gov/OED.

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Kūlia i ka nu‘u Strive to reach the summit Please help congratulate these dedicated individuals as they continue to serve the community and in doing so, “strive to reach the summit.” to joining the County of Maui in 2002. “Shayne has been commended for being a hardworking, diligent, and efficient civil engineer for the County of Maui; this new role as the Department of Water Supply’s Deputy Director is a great opportunity for Shayne to utilize his engineering skills and experience to further serve the people of Maui County,” said Mayor Alan Arakawa.

The Department of Personnel Services would like to congratulate Robyn Kailiehu-Leal, Human Resources Specialist for her 35 years of service in the County of Maui and for her retirement as of July 31, 2018. Robyn started her career in the Department of Finance, then moved to the Department of Water Supply and finally with the Department of Personnel Services. She was the supervisor of the Human Resources Technical Staff. Donna, Karen, Lisa & Karleen would like to thank her for her guidance and expertise. Enjoy your next chapter in your life!!! Congratulations to Shayne Agawa who was appointed as the new Deputy Director of the Department of Water Supply effective July 13, 2018. For the last 15+ years, Agawa has been working as a Civil Engineer in the Engineering Division of the Department of Public Works. Agawa fills a position vacated by Gladys Baisa who was recently promoted to be the Director of Water Supply. page 10

Agawa earned a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering from Seattle University and worked at Warren S. Unemori Engineering prior

“I thank Mayor Arakawa for this opportunity and am excited to apply the skills that I’ve gained over the years to serve our Maui Nui community through the Department of Water Supply,” said Agawa. Each month, the employees of the Department of Planning pass on an “Above and Beyond” award to the coworker whom they feel has gone ABOVE And BEYOND to help fellow Planning employees customers during the past month. At the Department Meeting on Friday, July 6, 2018, Momi Maglente, Office Operations Assistant II in the Director’s Office, passed her award to David Raatz, Administrative Planning Officer in our Zoning Administration and Enforcement Division. Momi said that she really appreciates how reliably Dave keeps the Planning Department appraised of Legislative and Council updates. He works hard and is always willing to explain and to help. Thank you David Raatz for going ABOVE AND BEYOND! Kai Wright, Zoning Inspector II, and another Above and Beyond recipient for the month of June, could not be present at the July 6th Department-wide meeting so he asked Gail Davis, also a Zoning Inspector II, to make the presentation for him. He chose Ana Lillis, Planner III in ZAED. He said that this above

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contagious.

and beyond acknowledgment goes to Ana because from the first day in the office she has been upbeat and eager to learn the “ZAED way” and share her knowledge from her time at Real Property. She is always willing to help whenever asked and has an almost uncontainable energy that is

Erin Wade, Planner V in our Current Division has moved to the Managing Director’s Office to work on the Wailuku Town Redevelopment Project. The Planning Department bid her farewell on July 6th – we know that the Mayor’s Office will appreciate her as much as we did. Good Luck Erin! Rosty Phillip is a brand new intern working in the Planning Implementation Division (PID). Her primary project under PID Division Chief Kathleen Ross Aoki is the creation of a Land Use Ordinance Excel spreadsheet. To accomplish this, Rosty is going through every single ordinance (4,800+) provided on the County’s website and identifying land use ordinances including Changes in Zoning, Community Plan Amendments, District Boundary Amendments and Conditional Permit approvals. Rosty’s work will provide the department with a single, collective data set of Council land use approvals with a link to each

ordinance, as well as identifying affected TMK’s (tax map keys), specific details of the approval, and reference to adopted maps. While the department has most individual records of these types of land use ordinance, they are: found in different formats; different areas and divisions; and are not entirely comprehensive. Rosty will forever be praised for this painstaking work as it will, without question, benefit staff in every division of Planning. And, what benefits the staff ultimately benefits the County and our community! Jen Maydan, Planner V in the Long Range Division, was promoted to Planner VI! Congratulations Jen!

Planning is proud to announce the upward movement of Livit Callentine and Candace Thackerson who were reallocated from Planner IV positions to Planner V positions effective July 1, 2018. We are very proud of their contributions and dedication to the Department and commend them on their reallocations!

John “Angel” Bonilla celebrated his 74th birthday on July 16, 2018. Happy Belated BIrthday Angel!

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Maui Volunteer Wins National Recognition BY: WENDY STEBBINS

Maui County Volunteer Center

We all know that our island’s volunteers make our communities a better place. We also know that some volunteers go above and beyond, and deserve special recognition. That’s why the County of Maui Volunteer Center holds its annual Volunteer Heroes program. This year, we took it to the next level, and also nominated all 13 of Maui County’s Volunteer Heroes for the national Daily Point of Light Award. We are very pleased to announce that several of our nominated volunteers have been accepted! Created by the Points of Light foundation, winners of the prestigious Daily Point of Light award get national recognition, a certificate signed by former President George H. W. Bush, and a special highlight on the Points of Light website. The Points of Light is the largest volunteer organization in the world, mobilizing 5 million volunteers and 20 million hours of service every year. The Volunteer Center has been a proud affiliate of the Points of Light’s HandsOn Network since the late 1980s. As a member of the HandsOn Network, we join 250 other HandsOn Network Affiliates across the globe to foster social change through service. One of our Daily Point of Light honoree’s is J. Alohalani Smith, who has dedicated the past seven years to the Hawaii Red Cross. Not only is Alohalani the senior coordinator for shelters on

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Lanai, Molokai and Maui, she has also served at shelters on the mainland during Hurricane Harvey, Irma and Maria. Thanks to her years of outstanding service, Alohalani Smith received the national Point of Light Award on May 21st. When disaster strikes, it’s dedicated volunteers like Alohalani who provide help to those who need it most. Mahalo, Alohalani! Alohalani is an American Red Cross shelter lead coordinator for Molokai, Lanai and Maui./Courtesy J. Alohalani Smith J. Alohalani Smith knows personal tragedy firsthand. Living in the remote Maui village of Kaupo, a faulty propane tank burned down her entire house in 2005. She and her husband had three small children at the time and needed to rely on others for help. “It gave me a greater appreciation for my community,” Alohalani said. The American Red Cross was also there to help with resources in addition to family and friends. Alohalani’s family was slowly rebuilding their house when a 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck East Maui. The earthquake cut off access to Kaupo for two years.

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Whatâ€™s Going On with the Workday Project? BY: GERI ONAGA HR Specialist By now, many of you have heard of Workday through open houses and roadshows. Workday is the new system that will be used for HR, Time, and Payroll processing. The project team is composed of people representing many departments throughout the County and in July we began end-to-end testing with about a dozen testers. End-to-end testing is a methodology used to confirm that an application, such as Workday, is performing as designed from start to finish. For example, in the hiring process we would verify that a position is created and approved, that the candidate is hired, and the various pieces of the on-boarding process are completed. The testers are working diligently to complete about 655 test scripts with the numbers expected to increase. We anticipate completing the first round of testing in early August with another round of testing to follow. In addition to end-toend testing, our team is working on knowledge transfer with our consultants. This will enable the County to be selfsufficient after the consultants leave, and able to make all but the most complex changes to the Workday configuration. With that being said, everyone is very committed and dedicated in making this project a success. We would like to extend our greatest MAHALO to all the testers and the team for their hard work!

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From Traditional to Trendy - Options for All! BY: DANA L. ACOSTA Kaunoa Senior Services, Dept. of Housing & Human Concerns Exploring life at 55! Kaunoa serves seniors in many ways, from the active and able-bodied to the frail, isolated homebound. Organized group activities and classes, as well as volunteer options, keep seniors active, engaged and focused on staying healthy and connected to the community.

TRENDY Maui Goat Yoga

TRADITIONAL Na Hula Kupuna ‘O Kaunoa

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Longtime Kaunoa Kumu Hula Lucky Cabral and her students competed in the 12th Annual George Na’ope Hula Festival in Sacramento, California last month. Kaleo Luna-Schwartz placed 3rd in the Solo Hula ‘Auana, Kupuna Wahine Division, with her performance to the mele Pua ‘Ahihi. In the Group Hula ‘Auana, Kupuna Wahine Division, Na Hula Kupuna ‘O Kaunoa took 2nd place overall with their performance to Hale Ali’i O Waimaka. The students have worked hard for many months and their success is well-deserved. Congratulations!

It was more than a yoga class and some seniors thought it sounded a little strange, however numerous groups from Kaunoa found their Maui Goat Yoga adventure to be an astonishingly relaxing and extremely enjoyable experience. The focus was on removing themselves from day-to-day stress, and focusing on optimistic, happy thoughts and feelings, while learning and practicing yoga and interacting with Nigerian Dwarf goats. Definitely a unique and surprisingly rewarding experience. The Best Years begin at 55! The County of Maui offers a wide variety of Wellness activities for adults ages 55 and better. Staying physically active and continuing to learn new skills is critical for increasing our Healthspan – the period of our lives when we are healthy, productive, and independent. Don’t miss the following Kaunoa adventures and classes coming up; there’s something for everyone. * Robert Angelo as Clarence Darrow on Saturday, August 25, 3 p.m. matinee at Kaunoa’s Spreckelsville campus. * Brownie Sundae Theatre with Judy Ridolfino and students on Friday, August 24, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Kaunoa’s Spreckelsville campus. Open to all ages! * Observing Native Ecosystems using iNaturalist at Waihe’e Coastal Dunes and Wetlands with Sonny Gamponia on Wednesday, August 15. Pre-registration is required. For a complete listing of all of Kaunoa’s activities, call 270-7308 or 2704310 to receive a monthly newsletter.

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“Maui Sunday Market” BY: LINN NISHIKAWA Don’t miss this week’s “Maui Sunday Market.” Held each Sunday, from 4 pm to 8 pm, in the Kahului Shopping Center parking lot, this popular event features island vendors (crafters, artisans, food purveyors, and more); entertainment; food trucks; and activities showcasing Hawaiian Cultural traditions and practices. Public admission and parking is free. The Maui Sunday Market is presented by the Maui Food Technology Center, and is sponsored by the County of Maui Mayor’s Office of Economic Development. To become a vendor, sponsor and/or for event information, visit www.MauiSundayMarket.com, email info@mauifood technology.org, or call 888948-MFTC (6382). MFTC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides multi-faceted services to Maui County residents seeking to start and/or grow a business founded on local agriculture and value-added food production. Throughout the year, they organize events, conduct workshops, and provide one-on-one consultations to fulfill their organization’s mission. www. mauifoodtechnology.org

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Photo Gallery

A photo-essay of activities in the County

Thanks to the efforts of volunteers, over 200 West Maui storm drains have now been marked with the important message, “Don’t Dump/Drains To Ocean.” In July, over 30 people, consisting of community members and Maui visitors, formed teams and spray painted 70 drains in the Lahaina area. This activity is a great way to raise awareness that Maui’s storm drains lead directly to the ocean, bringing with them all the pollutants that accumulate on land and run off during storm events or as a result of irrigation practices. These pollutants range from oil leaking from poorly-maintained vehicles, excess fertilizer from landscaping activities, sediments loosened due to erosion, and other forms of land-based pollutants carrying substances that ultimately harm Maui’s nearshore reef ecosystem. More on this and other events can be found on the West Maui Kumuwai Facebook page, www.facebook.com/ WestMauiKumuwai; for instance the West Maui Ridge to Reef Initiative’s flagship annual event, the Ridge to Reef Rendezvous and Keiki Catch and Release Fishing Tournament, will be held on October 27th.

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To learn more about stormwater management on Maui, visit: https://www.mauicounty.gov/2129/Storm-WaterManagement-Program. This effort is supported by the County of Maui Department of Public Works, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, the Hawai’i Department of Land and Natural Resources - Division of Aquatic Resources, and the Maui Ocean Center.

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“Summer Memories” - A Photo Exhibit

“Glamping” at Resurrection Bay on the Kenai Peninsula in Seward, Alaska.

Night Blooming Cereus, a night on the beach at Honokowai.

~ Pili Nahooikaika Office of the Mayor

Me and my hanai grandbaby, Sam, after having faces painted at brother Asher’s one year b-day party! ~ Karin Phaneuf Dept. of Planning

~ Boyd Franklin Dept. of FInance

Loving the Lanai summer life... good friends, good food and good times!

~Kischa Cabatingan Dept. of Public Works page 17

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After nearly 10 years my lychee tree produced its first fruit!!!! ~ Jock Yamaguchi Dept. of Management

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Dome ~ Ray Watanabe Dept. of Fire & Public Safety

Sachi, Breanna, Cadence, and Savannah at Camp in Pennsylvania.

Baldwin Beach, Maui summer 2018 with Sachi, Savannah, Breanna, and Cadence. ~ Jock Yamaguchi Dept. of Management

~ Jock Yamaguchi Dept. of Management

Made my very first lei poâ€˜o and feather kahili. page 18

~Lynn Araki-Regan Office of the Mayor

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43rd Annual Hawaii State Senior Softball Tournament, hosted by County of Maui Department of Housing and Human Concerns, Kaunoa Senior Services Division, and the Department of Parks and Recreation

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Maui County Business Resource Center August Workshop Schedule Maui County Business Resource Center workshops are offered to the general public through the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development. All workshops are held at the Maui County Business Resource Center, Maui Mall and are subject to change or cancellation. Workshops are free unless otherwise noted.

Call to reserve your seat at 270-5770

BUSINESS IN THE THINK TANK WITH MBB MEMBERS (FREE) -Tuesday, August 14, 2018 - 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Maui Business Brainstormers (MBB) invite you to bring your business challenge to our Brainstorming Segment OR If you want to feature your business (or business concept) in our “Think Tank” segment (that’s 20 minutes just for you), submit a form on the MBB meetup site, OR come along to brainstorm and be showered with ideas. FEATURES • Mingling, Introductions • Get to Know Your Neighbor An opportunity to interact with new faces and strengthen your own ability to communicate succinctly with others in fast-paced situations • Featured Business in the Think Tank A 20-minute segment in which a selected business is featured for focused brainstorming with the group. Owners of startups and small businesses benefit from this activity. You are qualified if you have a business concept fully researched and planned but with questions or obstacles remaining, or if you are a business already in operation with sales, but facing challenges to achieve further growth. The business owner needs to be an MBB member. To be featured in the 20-minute case-study “Think Tank”, fill out and submit the online form describing your business challenge. On the day of the meeting, the candidate chosen presents a 5-min overview of the business, including the current challenges. The audience then brainstorms on ideas to address the problem area with the "build it, measure it, learn from it, improve it!" spirit. • 5-min Think Tank Attendees have the opportunity to present a challenge they are experiencing in their own business for ideas and suggestions from the group. No prior submission is required – just come to the meeting with your ideas and questions, to help others and be helped toward your own success! To attend, please RSVP at www.Meetup.com/MauiBusinessBrainstormers. Non-members need first to join the FREE membership of MBB.

How to Select the Best Entity for Your Business Instructor: Juliet Kong Tuesday, August 21, 2018 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sole Proprietorship, LLC, INC, S-CORP, C-CORP, SMLLC, GP, LLP… Do these kind of business entities get you confused? Are you ready to start a business but don’t know which legal structure would be the best to Save Money and Reduce Taxes? Choosing the right entity for your business can save you a ton of money and keep you protected from unwanted liabilities when done correctly. Whether you are thinking about starting a business or are already in business (any Uber drivers or other informal gig people?), this workshop will point you in the right direction. If you are already a seasonal, a seasoned or a serial entrepreneur, come see if it is time to convert your business entity or to add another one to best take advantage of the new tax laws. The workshop will cover: The 5 Things to Consider When Selecting a Legal Structure The Pros and Cons of 6 Business Entities The Easiest and Least Expensive Way to Get Started Much more and plenty of time for Q&A Juliet Kong is a federally licensed Enrolled Agent and owner of Smart Tax Solutions. She is also Dave Ramsey’s Endorsed Local Provider Tax Advisor for Maui. She thrives helping other entrepreneurs to Save Money and Reduce Taxes with practical and extensive real-world guidance. She is “The Trusted Tax Professional for Mauipreneurs”. 5 Components of a Great Brand Strategy Instructor: Bobby Jackson Thursday, August 23, 2018 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. An effective brand strategy is necessary to build preference and customer loyalty. Branding goes beyond creating a name that customers recognize, branding can drive sales and revenue. When done right branding will set your business apart and give your business the ultimate achievement, customer loyalty. This workshop will review brand vision, consistency, internal branding, brand imagery and taglines, and customer connection. Bobby founded RedRidge Consultants in 2012. He works with businesses across multiple industries and his primary focus is helping small businesses start and manage their business. Bobby has a master’s degree in health administration from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA BECOMING A BEST-SELLING AUTHOR: Leveraging the World's Greatest Marketing Secret by Writing, Publishing and Promoting Your Book to Better Market Your Business Instructor: Patrick Snow Friday, August 24, 2018 – 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Are you looking for a better way to market your business? Do you have a burning desire to

become a best-selling author? Attend this seminar and learn how to make your publishing and business goals come true. If you want to stand out from your competition, strengthen your credentials, and get free publicity, then writing and publishing book is your best marketing strategy. Let international best-selling author, Patrick Snow, guide you through the process. In this two-hour seminar you will learn your three publishing options, top five requirements for becoming a best-selling author, and 18 mistakes to avoid. Most importantly you will learn how to monetize your passion and even better market your business, or start a new business using your book as a platform from which you can launch! Come early, and stay late for his Q/A session that will answer all questions on your book project. Patrick Snow is an international best-selling author of Creating Your Own Destiny, The Affluent Entrepreneur, and Boy Entrepreneur has sold between 250,000 and one million copies of his three books in five languages and 108 countries. As a professional speaker he has given more than 2,500 speeches on three continents. As a publishing, book marketing, and speaker coach he has mentored more than 750 clients worldwide to achieve their publishing goals. He has been featured as a cover story in USA TODAY, The New York Times, and Forbes. When he is not traveling the world presenting, he lives in Wailuku, HI. For more information visit www.PatrickSnow.com or www.ThePublishingDoctor.com. THE ABC’s OF A BUSINESS PLAN Instructor: David Daly Wednesday, August 29, 2018 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maui Economic Opportunity Business Development Center’s Core Four Business Planning is a 36hour course on how to write a business plan while providing the information you need to know in order to start, operate and grow your business. This workshop is a one hour introductory workshop which will provide you with a better understanding of the course outline for the Core Four Business Planning. David Daly, Director of the MEO Business Development Center, will discuss the numerous reasons for writing a sound business plan. He has more than 25 years of experience in business ownership, financing, education and economic development. His background includes residential lending and being a Financial Industry Regulatory Authority-licensed financial advisor. Participants will receive an outline of the business plan taught by MEO’s Core Four Business Plan Course. Do your Homework Before you Network Instructor: Dr. Saul Larner, Ph.D. LL.M, MBA Friday, August 31, 2018 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. This is a “hands on” workshop where you will develop your effective “elevator pitch” and leave knowing how to ask the right questions. You will receive a free book to review daily while having your morning coffee. You will be invited to attend a networking event with your new colleagues to practice your new skills. This is a life changing workshop where you will learn how to:  Network the way your potential referral source want you to.

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Get others to refer prospects to you and to become your clients. Target the best markets for you to be successful. Outshine your competition. Develop your competitive advantage. Develop your social and conversational skills Motivate your fellow networkers to call you.

Dr. Saul Larner is the founding director of Dispute Resolution Collaborative, a real estate mediation and arbitration firm.

“QUICKBOOKS FOR SMALL BUSINESS” by Richard Kehoe, CPA Hands-on computer training for beginners. Thursday, August 30, 2018 – 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Cost: $45 Learn to set up your company’s QuickBooks in a small class setting with personalized tutoring. This class is for new users and will teach you how to record sales, receive payments, prepare invoices and balance your checkbook. Get customized answers and schedule a follow-up appointment at no cost to discuss YOUR solutions. Sponsored by SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) and presented by Richard Kehoe, CPA and lead SCORE counselor.

Free counseling sessions with experienced SCORE and Small Business Development Corp. (SBDC) counselors: Thursday afternoons – 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. and Friday mornings – 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.

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IT'S A CRIME TO DUMP YOUR CAR.

DON'T ABANDON YOUR VEHICLE! DO THE RIGHT THING Take your old car to a metal recycler. Call Hammerhead Metals Recycling at (808) 280-8844 for information, fees & instructions. HOURS: Mon-Fri 8-4pm & 1st Saturday of each month 8-12pm

YOU CAN HELP To report an abandoned vehicle, call the Maui Police non-emergency line at (808) 244-6400 and select “0” to file a report.

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County of Maui Environmental Protection & Sustainability Division Office of Abandoned Vehicles & Metals (808) 270-6102 • www.mauicounty.gov/avm

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ENG 100 (FW): Composition I

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ANTH 200 (DS): Cultural Anthropology

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MATH 115: Introduction to Statistics and Probability

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HIST 151 (FG): World Civilizations I

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GEOG 101/ (DP): The Natural Environment

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FSHN 185 (DB): Food Science & Human Nutrition

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