SSCR3554

STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3554

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NOS. 622, 727, 728, 729

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-First State Legislature

Regular Session of 2022

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Energy, Economic Development, and Tourism, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 622, 727, 728, and 729, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of:

Community-Based Economic Development Advisory Council

G.M. No. 622	JANE HORIKE, for a term to expire 06-30-2025;
G.M. No. 727	COLLEEN MCALUNEY, for a term to expire 06-30-2025;
G.M. No. 728	ROBERTA MELTON, for a term to expire 06-30-2022; and
G.M. No. 729	ROBERTA MELTON, for a term to expire 06-30-2026,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by Jane Horike, Colleen McAluney, and Roberta Melton for service on the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council.

JANE HORIKE

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of Jane Horike from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Ms. Horike's experience, knowledge, and dedication in serving on the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council qualify her for reappointment to the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council as representative of the County of Hawaii, pursuant to 201D-5, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Your Committee finds that Ms. Horike retired last year from the Hawaii County Department of Research and Development as an Economic Development Specialist III. Ms. Horike has spent over four decades serving the communities of the County of Hawaii and has extensive experience in domestic and foreign market analysis, business promotion and expansion, and funding and technical assistance. Your Committee notes that Ms. Horike remains involved with the Hawaii Island community, including her recent work with Hui Ho‘olako for Hawaiian Initiatives, a nonprofit that is working to produce cattle feed made from seaweed grown at the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority and developing an animal feed mill using agricultural waste and noxious weeds. Your Committee further finds that she has served on the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council since 2018. Her experience and knowledge will continue to be assets to the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council. Your Committee therefore recommends that Jane Horike be reappointed to the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council based on her experience, knowledge, and commitment to public service.

COLLEEN MCALUNEY

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Colleen McAluney from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Ms. McAluney's experience and willingness to serve on the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council qualify her for reappointment to the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council as representative of the City and County of Honolulu, pursuant to section 210D-5, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Your Committee finds that Ms. McAluney is currently the Director of the Patsy T. Mink Center for Business and Leadership (MCBL) at the YWCA O‘ahu. Your Committee notes that she graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Pepperdine University. According to testimony received by your Committee, in her seven years at MCBL, Ms. McAluney has spearheaded and revamped its signature programs to meet the needs of today's rapidly evolving entrepreneurial landscape. Your Committee further finds that she has an understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and that her experience in and insights about local small business issues, especially in retail management, will be assets to the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council. Your Committee therefore recommends that Colleen McAluney be appointed to the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council based on her experience and desire to serve the public.

ROBERTA MELTON

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nominations for the appointment and reappointment of Roberta Melton from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism. Your Committee received testimony in opposition to the nominations for the appointment and reappointment of Roberta Melton from one individual.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Ms. Melton's experience, knowledge, and willingness to serve on the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council qualify her for appointment and reappointment to the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council as a representative of County of Kauai, pursuant to section 210D-5, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Your Committee finds that Ms. Melton is the Director of the Hawaii Small Business Development Center – Kauai. According to testimony during the hearing, Ms. Melton has spent the last three years working with a variety of small businesses on Kauai, including those in agriculture, manufacturing, retail, and high technology. Your Committee notes that her prior positions include Director for the Kauai County Office of Economic Development and Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation. Her experience and knowledge as a financial reviewer and economic development expert will be assets to the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council. Your Committee therefore recommends that Roberta Melton be appointed and reappointed to the Community-based Economic Development Advisory Council based on her experience, knowledge, and desire to serve the public.

As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Energy, Economic Development, and Tourism that are 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.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Energy, Economic Development, and Tourism,

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GLENN WAKAI, Chair