Honorable Robert Bunda

President of the Senate

Twenty-Second State Legislature

Regular Session of 2004

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and Housing, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 210, 211, and 212, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of:

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee has reviewed the personal histories, résumés, and statements submitted by the nominees, and finds the nominees to have the necessary qualifications to be appointed to the position of nomination.

CLIFFORD R. SMITH has been employed in the elevator trade for thirty-two years. Mr. Smith is familiar with the technical aspects of the elevator industry and spoke to his knowledge of the inherent dangers associated with elevator transportation. He supports ensuring a safe journey for those using elevator equipment. During his service in the United States Air Force, he was awarded the "American Spirit of Honor" medal. Mr. Smith is nominated to serve a second four-year term on the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board.

Your Committee received testimony is support of JUNE J. TAKANO from two individuals. Ms. Takano is a retired speech pathologist formerly with the state Department of Education. She spent twenty-two years evaluating children referred to a team of specialists for special education and speech therapy services. Her ability to evaluate situations and her commitment to safety will serve as valuable assets to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board.

Your Committee finds that Mr. Smith and Ms. Takano are currently serving as interim appointees to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board and thus are very familiar with the board's mandates.

As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and Housing that is attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominees, has found the nominees to be qualified for the positions to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nominations.