Honorable Robert Bunda

President of the Senate

Twenty-Third State Legislature

Regular Session of 2005

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Transportation and Government Operations, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 669, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee received testimony in support of DAVID R. MARSHALL from the Department of Transportation, the Director of County Airports for Santa Clara County, and one individual. Mr. Marshall received a B.S. degree in Aeronautical Operations from San Jose State University. Mr. Marshall has focused his career on being a "technical translator"--he can explain the concerns of the untrained person to engineers, and the requirements and limitations of projects to the public. He also takes great satisfaction in helping disparate groups reach an agreement. His experience as a technical translator will make him a vital member of the Commission. His services on the San Jose Airport Commission have given him a valuable perspective that will allow him to contribute ideas and solutions to the council. Mr. Marshall is a dedicated member of the community and will be an integral and indispensable part the council. Your Committee notes his oral testimony that he feels there is a need for rail transportation to move a volume of people.

As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Transportation and Government Operations that is attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominee, has found the nominee to be qualified for the position to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nomination.