2006 Programs
January 2006 — Ocean and Reef Health
Dr. Bill Walsh from the State Dept. of Land and Natural Resources gave us an update on the health of our ocean; Jack’s Dive Shop through speaker Carolyn talked about a non-profit program which sets moorings that are environmentally friendly.
February 2006 — Council updates
Gail Mundt addressed upcoming projects for Habitat for Humanity; Chrystal Yamasaki from Wes Thomas and Associates talked about being the first woman licensed as a surveyor.
March 2006
Wal-Mart manager John McBride discussed remodeling; West Hawaii Today Editior-in-Chief Reed Flickinger spoke on community issues; Doug Parker spoke on his dream of park updates.
April 2006
County of Hawaii Traffic Director Chief for the Department of Public Works spoke on traffic issues affecting our community; Mahina DeSilva from Hawaii Island Food Bank spoke of upcoming food collection drive; Beau Campos from Kai O Pua talked about canoe paddling.
May 2006
West Hawaii Mediation Service, Board Director Chuck Mize offered mediation services; County Deputy Director Barbara Kossow spoke on area updates; Kulana Huli Honua director, Mikahala Roy talked about being Hawaiian and necessity of keeping cultural places away from development.