STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3800

 

Honolulu, Hawaii

                  

 

RE:    GOV. MSG. NO. 836

 

 

 

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirtieth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2020

State of Hawaii

 

Sir:

 

     Your Committee on Water and Land, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 836, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of: 

 

Kane'ohe Bay Regional Council

 

G.M. No. 836

JEFFREY KALUHIWA,

for a term to expire 06-30-2024,

 

begs leave to report as follows:

 

     Your Committee has reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by Jeffrey Kaluhiwa for service on the Kāne'ohe Bay Regional Council.

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Jeffrey Kaluhiwa from the Department of Land and Natural Resources, Aha Moku Advisory Committee, and Ko‘olaupoko Hawaiian Civic club.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Jeffrey Kaluhiwa's experience, background, and commitment to public service qualify him for appointment to the Kāne‘ohe Bay Regional Council as a member.  Your Committee finds that Jeffrey Kaluhiwa has served on the Kāne‘ohe Bay Regional Council since 2018 where his dedication and commitment to the protection and sustainability of Kāne‘ohe Bay is well known as he is a recipient of traditional, modern, and cultural practices handed down for generations.  During the course of Mr. Kaluhiwa's career, he has gained broad experience and knowledge as an expert fisherman (lawai‘a), he knows the seasons, tides, species, and other components that balance Kāne‘ohe Bay.  Your Committee further notes that Jeffrey Kaluhiwa's previous service on the Kāne‘ohe Bay Regional Council has provided him a thorough understanding of the roles and responsibilities of its members.  Your Committee therefore recommends that Jeffrey Kaluhiwa be appointed to the Kāne‘ohe Bay Regional Council based on his knowledge, experience, and commitment to public service.

 

     As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Water and Land 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.

 

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Water and Land,

 

 

 

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KAIALI'I KAHELE, Chair