The state’s world-class tradewinds are now producing electricity for Oahu homes and businesses.
Officials from First Wind LLC, Hawaiian Electric Co. and state government will gather in Kahuku today to dedicate the island’s first large-scale wind farm. The 30-megawatt facility developed by Boston-based First Wind officially began selling electricity to HECO yesterday, allowing Oahu to join Maui and the Big Island in the effort to harness Hawaii’s famous winds.
More at the Star Advertiser
Friday, March 25, 2011
Weed Circle Cleanup Postponed & Haleiwa Art Walk This Saturday
Aloha Members,
The Weed Circle Cleanup for this Saturday will be postponed to May due to it being a three day weekend. We will reschedule it soon for May and I hope that you will be able to come out and help with the cleanup then.
Also, the Haleiwa Art Walk is this Saturday. It's always fun to visit the art galleries and to meet old friends along the way. Hope to see you there.
Mahalo,
Antya
The Weed Circle Cleanup for this Saturday will be postponed to May due to it being a three day weekend. We will reschedule it soon for May and I hope that you will be able to come out and help with the cleanup then.
Also, the Haleiwa Art Walk is this Saturday. It's always fun to visit the art galleries and to meet old friends along the way. Hope to see you there.
Mahalo,
Antya
Andy Anderson presents Haleiwa Hotel proposal at October Chamber meeting
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| Developer Andy Anderson |
Anderson has purchased land where Jameson's by the Sea restaurant is located, but did not purchase the business itself. He envisions building a boutique-style hotel that is a replica of Haleiwa Hotel, one with gracious lawns and an open setting. He noted the hotel will follow the guidelines of the North Shore Sustainable Communities Plan and the Haleiwa Special District which limits heights to 42 feet and design consistent with 1920's Haleiwa. He will be applying for the appropriate zoning and other permits once t he land is purchased from the City. He added that two acres would be donated back for a community owned park with the City required improvements.
The City is requiring him to construct walkways the length of the property, a pedestrian crossing, and 25 parking stalls for public use. He will underground the utilities. He projects a room cost to guests of $215 per night and estimates 110 employees will be employed by the hotel.
Visitor Center Volunteers Needed
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| Carolyn Lazar, Visitor Center Chair & Volunteer |
Stop by our office across from the Haleiwa Post Office or give us a call at 637-4558. You can also just fill out the Volunteer Application and fax it to 637-4556 or mail it to us and we'll call you.
A big mahalo goes out to our faithful volunteers who keep the office open from 1:00 to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday: Geri Takahashi Guillemot, Sherry Heiser, Barbara Hay Santos, Jenny Turner, and Alice Rogers. All are long-time residents. Our goal is to open at 11:00 am each day.
Please help us reach our goal of having office hours that will meet the community's needs better and help the Chamber become more financially sustainable through increased Business Services income.
Please keep Carolyne Lazar, our Visitor Center Chairperson, in your prayers.
Save the Date for the 2011 Business Expo on May 25th at Turtle Bay Resort's Ballroom
Plans for this year's Business Expo are shaping up and it promises to be a great day of educational seminars and speakers, networking, and information gathering. Prices will remain at the same bargain rates as the last event. A $40 member registration fee will include a continental breakfast, lunch and cocktail reception plus six educational seminars featuring speakers who are experts in their fields. Don't miss this opportunity to recharge your batteries, see old friends and meet new ones, make new business contacts, and learn about topics that will help you in your business, all while having fun in a beautiful setting!
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| Attendee happy with great lunch |
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| Sandwich Isles Bedbug Buster |
Put this on your calendar now.
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Haleiwa Art Walk Tonight 5-9 PM
Aloha Members,
Remember to come to Haleiwa and visit the participating businesses for the Haleiwa Art Walk tonight from 5 to 9 PM. Of special interest is the Grand Opening of the Clark Little Gallery in the Haleiwa Town Center.
Clark is the son of long-time residents Jim and Doric Little. Jim is known for his work in developing beautiful varieties of plumeria about which he wrote a book that included his photography of those plumeria. Clark seems to have inherited his dad's artistic gift with photogaphy.
It is heartening to see the younger generation of kids who were born and raised here starting their own family-owned businesses including Clark, Liz and Kai at Guava Shop, Noelle and Meg at Bonzer Front, and of course some who have taken over family businesses like Stan Matsumoto and Cathy Aoki, to name a few. Small business is the life-blood of our special Haleiwa Town and keeping the entreneurial spirit alive is what keeps the town special and unique.
Please visit the art galleries and other businesses this evening. See attached flyer.
Mahalo,
Antya
Remember to come to Haleiwa and visit the participating businesses for the Haleiwa Art Walk tonight from 5 to 9 PM. Of special interest is the Grand Opening of the Clark Little Gallery in the Haleiwa Town Center. Clark is the son of long-time residents Jim and Doric Little. Jim is known for his work in developing beautiful varieties of plumeria about which he wrote a book that included his photography of those plumeria. Clark seems to have inherited his dad's artistic gift with photogaphy.
It is heartening to see the younger generation of kids who were born and raised here starting their own family-owned businesses including Clark, Liz and Kai at Guava Shop, Noelle and Meg at Bonzer Front, and of course some who have taken over family businesses like Stan Matsumoto and Cathy Aoki, to name a few. Small business is the life-blood of our special Haleiwa Town and keeping the entreneurial spirit alive is what keeps the town special and unique.
Please visit the art galleries and other businesses this evening. See attached flyer.
Mahalo,
Antya
Friday, February 18, 2011
Membership Meeting
Aloha Members,
There will be a membership meeting next Wednesday the 23rd at Haleiwa Joe's 8AM. The key note speakers will be Randy Rarick and Jodi Wilmott from the Vans Triple Crown. Randy has some amazing stats from the coverage of the Triple Crown that will probably surprise everyone. Jodi will have informa-tion about promoting the North Shore.
There will also be reports from our legislators, the police, and the North Shore Triathalon.
I will get an agenda out in the next couple of days. I've also attached the list of Chamber meetings and events again. Please put the membership meetings and main events on your calendars now.
Mahalo,
Antya
There will be a membership meeting next Wednesday the 23rd at Haleiwa Joe's 8AM. The key note speakers will be Randy Rarick and Jodi Wilmott from the Vans Triple Crown. Randy has some amazing stats from the coverage of the Triple Crown that will probably surprise everyone. Jodi will have informa-tion about promoting the North Shore.
There will also be reports from our legislators, the police, and the North Shore Triathalon.
I will get an agenda out in the next couple of days. I've also attached the list of Chamber meetings and events again. Please put the membership meetings and main events on your calendars now.
Mahalo,
Antya
Sunday, February 13, 2011
North Shore project praised
A retail complex near shave ice landmarks draws much attention
North Shore residents taking in Kamehameha Schools' new plans for their community gave it mostly high marks yesterday at a community meeting.
Kamehameha's North Shore Plan covers the 26,000-acre, mauka-to-makai swath between Waimea and the eastern outskirts of Haleiwa.
The plan includes seven key projects, but much of the buzz yesterday was about redevelopment of the 4 acres surrounding the historic Matsumoto and Aoki shave ice stores in the center of town.
More at the Star Advertiser
North Shore residents taking in Kamehameha Schools' new plans for their community gave it mostly high marks yesterday at a community meeting.
Kamehameha's North Shore Plan covers the 26,000-acre, mauka-to-makai swath between Waimea and the eastern outskirts of Haleiwa.
The plan includes seven key projects, but much of the buzz yesterday was about redevelopment of the 4 acres surrounding the historic Matsumoto and Aoki shave ice stores in the center of town.
More at the Star Advertiser
Tuesday, February 08, 2011
North Shore Map Reservations are Due Now
Aloha Members,
The next edition of the North Shore Map is quickly filling up. There are a few spaces left and we need your reservation and ad proofs now.
This map is sponsored by and supports the Chamber and its members. It is published every six months and has a distribution of 60,000 copies at 200 locations. The map is also on line giving you additional exposure: http://www.oahunorthshoremap.com/Area_Maps/north_shore_area.html
We've tried to keep prices down as much as possible despite price increases in paper and publishing. This edition is only $10 more than the last edition in August.
Call Jo Jean or Bob at Green Turtle Publications now (638-8015) to ensure your ad gets in. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 637-4558.
Mahalo,
Antya
The next edition of the North Shore Map is quickly filling up. There are a few spaces left and we need your reservation and ad proofs now.
This map is sponsored by and supports the Chamber and its members. It is published every six months and has a distribution of 60,000 copies at 200 locations. The map is also on line giving you additional exposure: http://www.oahunorthshoremap.com/Area_Maps/north_shore_area.html
We've tried to keep prices down as much as possible despite price increases in paper and publishing. This edition is only $10 more than the last edition in August.
Call Jo Jean or Bob at Green Turtle Publications now (638-8015) to ensure your ad gets in. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 637-4558.
Mahalo,
Antya
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Consider the Chamber for Year End Giving
As the year comes to a close, I'd like to challenge you to donate for a brick if you have not done so already for the "Bucks for Bricks" program. We are very close to reaching our goal of having a minimum of 100 bricks to order the second shipment of bricks for the walkway leading to the Chamber building. Our goal is to accomplish this by the year end. We only need about another 10 bricks besides those already pledged, so if you have been putting it off, now is your chance!
Your donation will help us finish paying off the building and get the second shipment completed.
I've attached the order form and you can either mail it in with your donation of $100 or fax the form and pay through PayPal on the website: http://www.gonorthshore.org/donate.htm
We have accomplished much this year due to you, our members. We still hear, almost daily, what a nice visitor center we have and some exclaim that it's the nicest they've ever been in. Residents love it also. It reminds them of days past - of a time that they remember fondly.
We thank you for your support! Have a Merry Christmas and safe, joyous holiday.
Aloha and Mahalo,
Antya
Your donation will help us finish paying off the building and get the second shipment completed.
I've attached the order form and you can either mail it in with your donation of $100 or fax the form and pay through PayPal on the website: http://www.gonorthshore.org/donate.htm
We have accomplished much this year due to you, our members. We still hear, almost daily, what a nice visitor center we have and some exclaim that it's the nicest they've ever been in. Residents love it also. It reminds them of days past - of a time that they remember fondly.
We thank you for your support! Have a Merry Christmas and safe, joyous holiday.
Aloha and Mahalo,
Antya
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Auction Donations for Christmas Party
Aloha Members,
The Christmas Party/Auction is quickly approching. Just a reminder that we need donations for our one fundraiser of the year. A donation form should have been dropped off at your business, but if not I've attached one for your convenience.
Please complete it if you wish to donate this year and fax back to 637-4556. We will then arrange to pick up the donation. We are also open 1 to 5 PM Monday thru Friday except Thanksgiving Day if you wish to drop off your donation.
Mahalo for your support!
Antya
The Christmas Party/Auction is quickly approching. Just a reminder that we need donations for our one fundraiser of the year. A donation form should have been dropped off at your business, but if not I've attached one for your convenience.
Please complete it if you wish to donate this year and fax back to 637-4556. We will then arrange to pick up the donation. We are also open 1 to 5 PM Monday thru Friday except Thanksgiving Day if you wish to drop off your donation.
Mahalo for your support!
Antya
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Report on the Poll of Senate District 22
By Laura Figueira
It is hard to recall a more intense campaign season than the recent 2010 elections. Now that all of the hype is over, the real work begins and our attention should remain focused on results. Plans for the upcoming 2011 session of the State Legislature are already underway and, as promised in the last issue of the North Shore News, I would like to share the results of a recent survey of voter opinions in the 22nd Senatorial District. Conducted in late October, the random sample of 300 residents has a margin of error of 5.6%.
When asked if the government should sponsor a “safe haven” camp site for homeless people in Wahiawa and the North Shore, 64% indicated support for the idea. This issue will continue to demand the attention of our policymakers and innovative solutions appear to have public support.
On the question of the realignment of Kamehameha Highway at Laniakea, 74% of residents
support open space between the highway and the ocean. The Department of Transportation has
already signed a contract with the consultant for this project and a community outreach effort
should begin soon. On a broader transportation issue, the community is evenly split on the rail
transit line from East Kapolei to Ala Moana. The response to the rail question was nearly identical
to the follow-up question that asked if people commute outside of the area for work or school. Of
the 49% who said they commute each day, 92% use their cars.
Another question that appears to be evenly divided in the community is the issue of shark tours. When asked if they felt the tours out of Haleiwa Harbor pose a legitimate safety risk to other ocean activities, 51% of residents said yes while 49% of people questioned do not feel there is a real safety concern. Of this group, 72% think the tours help to stimulate the local economy and should be allowed to continue to operate out of the harbor.
Another issue that has generated controversy in the community is a local developer’s proposal to construct a two-story replica of the historic Haleiwa Hotel. 58% of residents in the District indicated support for the proposal while 42% expressed opposition. Continued public discussion of the proposal seems entirely appropriate.
On the subject of providing protection for the sand dunes at Kaena Point by restricting private vehicles to a single designated roadway with branches for beach access, 79% of residents support the proposal. When asked about how the economy should grow in the Wahiawa-North Shore area, agriculture received 84% of the responses, followed by small business at 75%, aquaculture at 73% and tourism at 52%.
There were two questions that will have an impact beyond the district and will probably surface
during the upcoming Legislative session. On the subject of a possible increase in the general
excise tax to balance the budget, 37% indicated support while 63% were opposed. On the question
of civil unions, 52% of residents support the civil unions bill and 46% were opposed, leaving 2%
who were undecided or refused to answer.
Hopefully, the community response to this survey will help legislators and community leaders
make important decisions affecting the future of our district. It may also inspire you to get
involved to make sure your opinion is counted. You can find a more detailed report on the survey
on the North Shore Chamber of Commerce website at www.gonorthshore.org. Aloha & Mahalo.
Senate District 22
Mililani Mauka, Wahiawa, Whitmore Village,
Schofield, Kunia, Mokuleia, Waialua, Haleiwa, Pupukea, & Sunset Beach
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| Linda Figueira |
When asked if the government should sponsor a “safe haven” camp site for homeless people in Wahiawa and the North Shore, 64% indicated support for the idea. This issue will continue to demand the attention of our policymakers and innovative solutions appear to have public support.
On the question of the realignment of Kamehameha Highway at Laniakea, 74% of residents
support open space between the highway and the ocean. The Department of Transportation has
already signed a contract with the consultant for this project and a community outreach effort
should begin soon. On a broader transportation issue, the community is evenly split on the rail
transit line from East Kapolei to Ala Moana. The response to the rail question was nearly identical
to the follow-up question that asked if people commute outside of the area for work or school. Of
the 49% who said they commute each day, 92% use their cars.
Another question that appears to be evenly divided in the community is the issue of shark tours. When asked if they felt the tours out of Haleiwa Harbor pose a legitimate safety risk to other ocean activities, 51% of residents said yes while 49% of people questioned do not feel there is a real safety concern. Of this group, 72% think the tours help to stimulate the local economy and should be allowed to continue to operate out of the harbor.
Another issue that has generated controversy in the community is a local developer’s proposal to construct a two-story replica of the historic Haleiwa Hotel. 58% of residents in the District indicated support for the proposal while 42% expressed opposition. Continued public discussion of the proposal seems entirely appropriate.
On the subject of providing protection for the sand dunes at Kaena Point by restricting private vehicles to a single designated roadway with branches for beach access, 79% of residents support the proposal. When asked about how the economy should grow in the Wahiawa-North Shore area, agriculture received 84% of the responses, followed by small business at 75%, aquaculture at 73% and tourism at 52%.
There were two questions that will have an impact beyond the district and will probably surface
during the upcoming Legislative session. On the subject of a possible increase in the general
excise tax to balance the budget, 37% indicated support while 63% were opposed. On the question
of civil unions, 52% of residents support the civil unions bill and 46% were opposed, leaving 2%
who were undecided or refused to answer.
Hopefully, the community response to this survey will help legislators and community leaders
make important decisions affecting the future of our district. It may also inspire you to get
involved to make sure your opinion is counted. You can find a more detailed report on the survey
on the North Shore Chamber of Commerce website at www.gonorthshore.org. Aloha & Mahalo.
Senate District 22
Mililani Mauka, Wahiawa, Whitmore Village,
Schofield, Kunia, Mokuleia, Waialua, Haleiwa, Pupukea, & Sunset Beach
Friday, November 12, 2010
Christmas Party Reservation Deadline is Next Friday; Parade Applications Available Now
Aloha Members,
The deadline for reservations for the Christmas Party honoring William "Bill" Paty is next Friday the 19th. I've attached the invitation and RSVP card for your convenience if you don't have the one we mailed. We are excited that Governor Lingle will be attending to honor Mr. Paty as well! We hope you'll be able to come to this wonderful event!
We are seeking items for our annual auction held at this event. A volunteer will be calling on you, if one has not done so already, to speak with you about a donation.
Also, the Christmas Parade is now in the planning stages. Applications can be found on our website soon. This will be the 10th anniversary of the Christmas Parade celebrating the Chamber's 25 years of serving the community!
We hope that you will help celebrate this special time of year with us.
Please call me if you have any questions.
Mahalo,
Antya
The deadline for reservations for the Christmas Party honoring William "Bill" Paty is next Friday the 19th. I've attached the invitation and RSVP card for your convenience if you don't have the one we mailed. We are excited that Governor Lingle will be attending to honor Mr. Paty as well! We hope you'll be able to come to this wonderful event!
We are seeking items for our annual auction held at this event. A volunteer will be calling on you, if one has not done so already, to speak with you about a donation.
Also, the Christmas Parade is now in the planning stages. Applications can be found on our website soon. This will be the 10th anniversary of the Christmas Parade celebrating the Chamber's 25 years of serving the community!
We hope that you will help celebrate this special time of year with us.
Please call me if you have any questions.
Mahalo,
Antya
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Membership Meeting Wednesday October 27th 8AM Haleiwa Joe's
Aloha Members,
Just a reminder that we will be having a meeting Wednesday the 27th 8AM at Haleiwa Joe's. A continental breakfast will be served for $5. Andy Anderson will be the key note speaker presenting his conceptual plan for a replica Haleiwa Hotel adjacent to Jameson's restaurant. Sign-in and networking are from 8:00 to 8:30a.m. Meetings usually end around 10:00AM. A continental breakfast will be served and is $5.
This meeting will be a members only meeting to ensure there is adequate seating and because we think our members have a right to hear the proposal and ask questions in a calm, civil atmosphere.
Call 637-4558 for more information. RSVP by October 24th if you plan to attend so that we can give Joe an accurate headcount and ensure there is enough food.
Mahalo,
Antya
Just a reminder that we will be having a meeting Wednesday the 27th 8AM at Haleiwa Joe's. A continental breakfast will be served for $5. Andy Anderson will be the key note speaker presenting his conceptual plan for a replica Haleiwa Hotel adjacent to Jameson's restaurant. Sign-in and networking are from 8:00 to 8:30a.m. Meetings usually end around 10:00AM. A continental breakfast will be served and is $5.
This meeting will be a members only meeting to ensure there is adequate seating and because we think our members have a right to hear the proposal and ask questions in a calm, civil atmosphere.
Call 637-4558 for more information. RSVP by October 24th if you plan to attend so that we can give Joe an accurate headcount and ensure there is enough food.
Mahalo,
Antya
Friday, September 24, 2010
Proposed Haleiwa Hotel Project
Dear North Shore Chamber Members and Friends,
We are inviting you to see a presentation of the proposed replica Haleiwa Hotel (see attached conceptual rendering) at the North Shore Neighborhood Board meeting next Tuesday. Andy Anderson and his designer/architect Joesph Lancor will be presenting the project concept.
When: Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2010
Where: Alii Beach Park 's Surf Center
Time: 7pm
The boutique hotel will be 80 units in all and comply with the North Shore Sustainable Community Plan, the Haleiwa Town Plan and the Haleiwa Special District. See link to article:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/39320535
The North Shore Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors voted "to support the project in concept as presented by Andy Anderson and his architect."
If you have any questions, please call me at 637-4558.
Mahalo,
Antya
We are inviting you to see a presentation of the proposed replica Haleiwa Hotel (see attached conceptual rendering) at the North Shore Neighborhood Board meeting next Tuesday. Andy Anderson and his designer/architect Joesph Lancor will be presenting the project concept.When: Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2010
Where: Alii Beach Park 's Surf Center
Time: 7pm
The boutique hotel will be 80 units in all and comply with the North Shore Sustainable Community Plan, the Haleiwa Town Plan and the Haleiwa Special District. See link to article:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/39320535
The North Shore Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors voted "to support the project in concept as presented by Andy Anderson and his architect."
If you have any questions, please call me at 637-4558.
Mahalo,
Antya
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Chamber Seeks Volunteers
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| Alice Rogers, Volunteer |
call at 637-4558.
Refer to the Volunteer Application.
New North Shore Chamber of Commerce map distributed beginning August 27th
Deadlines to submit advertisement and information for the next map, #8, will be January 11, 2011.
HTA Focus - Brand Management and Enhancement of Visitor Experience
Mr. McCartney reviewed recent statistics which are available on the HTA website at: http://www.hawaiitourismauthority.org. Hawaii had 7 million visitors at the height of the visitor industry in 2005. Now the target is 6.7 million. There has been a decrease of 22% in visitor spending, and, according to Mr. McCartney, it won't ever be the same as it was before. However, Hawaii is doing well. We have the second highest room rates and income per room second only to New York. The average visitor spends $161 per day with Japanese spending $260 and Americans $130.
Mr. McCartney said that we will need to focus on brand management. People want to experience the culture and people of Hawaii when they come here. They want to experience the aloha spirit. Therefore, a large part of the new HTA strategy is to develop the brand and support communities to make the visitor experience authentic and interesting.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Business After Hours Set for Thursday September 30th
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| Susan Matsushima (center) & Ed D'Ascoli (right), admire new walkway. |
Festivities include pupus, drinks, and door prizes. (Bring your business card.) Cost is $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers. Become a member at the event, and your entrance fee is waived!
Friday, September 10, 2010
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