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Letters for Saturday, March 1, 2008
• I’m voting KIUC incumbents
• Use natural resources
• What is a nation?
• Headline encourages resentment
I’m voting KIUC incumbents
In light of the recent negative letters regarding the KIUC board of directors, one can only wonder where’s the beef?
Anyone can sit at home and blast away but is there really any meat in their stance? Paul Lucas states (“KIUC needs to wake up,” Guest Viewpoint, Feb. 27) that Derek Kawakami’s letter (“Let’s re-elect KIUC incumbents,” Guest Viewpoint, Feb. 25) is verbose and a little over the top. I see nothing over the top in his piece. He seems to be stating his personal working experience with the directors and is pointing out their diversity and why he believes that they are the best choice for KIUC. Here is a young (30 years old), local man who has stepped up to accept the many challenges that this island has to offer by serving his community on many levels and it is sad to see so many people trying to “gag” him. And most of these people are probably not from here. Talk about trying to create an “us versus them” rift.
Shame on you.
We need more young leaders like him to voice their feelings and concerns. God knows he has every right to give his opinion and what a solid opinion he has. He states his beliefs that are backed by facts. Take a good look. Can you really argue with any of his points?
Anybody who has roots here knows that Peter Yukimura has an extensive business background that sure comes in handy when reviewing financial statements and budgets. Anyone who has inquired knows that under the current chair, KIUC has come out with not only an excellent Strategic Plan that aggressively incorporates renewables, but a plan that has been embraced by the staff at KIUC. Maybe you should talk to the management to get their feedback on whether the plan is feasible or not. Most of us know that Phil Tacbian has built relationships with government leaders that come in handy when KIUC needs to call on them on issues that could adversely impact the members (which is me and you). If Derek Kawakami’s letter seemed verbose than it is rightfully so. I, as well as many other local people who don’t usually voice our opinions have a lot to say. But as a culture we have been raised to be soft spoken, humble, to not make any waves, to avoid being obnoxious. It is obvious that Lucas has some ill will toward KIUC for not being able to participate as a contractor and that is his right.
But why? Why didn’t they allow you to participate? Must be for some reason or another. Back it up with some facts. Lucas also agrees that it will take years for their renewable initiatives to get going but gets upset that it isn’t happening overnight. Steering a cooperative of this size is not like turning a speed boat on a dime, it is like turning a barge around. It takes time. And fortunately, this board has realized that their duty is long term planning.
I applaud Derek for his bravery. I’m sure he knew the response he would get from the few who get threatened anytime a young local speaks his mind. But that didn’t stop him. As for this year’s election, I’m voting for the incumbents for the simple fact that it is common sense that the only change we will get is new faces unless we allow the current set to operate for more than a year at a time.
My words to Derek: Keep your head up and go get um.
Pono Pananganan
Kapa‘a
Use natural resources
In response to: “People should know about KIUC,” Letters, Feb. 29, by Linda Silva.
To your question, “Where is the action on Kaua‘i?”
My guess is their (KIUC) mind is set on biofuels (palm oil). Every now and then I converse with one KIUC personnel and once I brought up the windmill to generate power to a subdivision (residential area). That person quickly avoided the conversation and walked away.
We have all the natural resources (the wind, the waves, and the sun) to help generate power. Let’s start somewhere. These sources can be used if there is ever a shortage of fuel (biofuel or fossil fuel).
Let’s step up to the plate and join Maui and O‘ahu. Make use of our natural resources now.
Howard Tolbe
‘Ele‘ele
What is a nation?
Katy Rose (“Narrow views of immigration,” Letters, Feb. 25) surely doesn’t need me to defend her from Michael Meek or the views he expresses in his Feb. 28 letter “Trade and immigration,” so I won’t.
I would ask Micheal to share his own views on “what a nation is” and try addressing some of these questions: What was Hawai‘i when the sugar planters took over? If the laws of nations (international law, treaties and the like) are put aside, first by military force at the bequest of economic robber barons (semi-evolved pirates) and then by annexation and then by a statehood process, and which in all phases those actions violated the pertinent laws (see Apology Resolution, Pub. L. No 103-150, 107 Stat. 1510 and more recently the Hawaii Supreme Court opinion No. 25570 in OHA, et al vs HCDCH, et al CIV NO 94-4207 for more historical details) and it is admitted those laws were basically “jettisoned at will,” does that make you an illegal immigrant to Hawai‘i? How should that affect your contracts, your property rights and all manner of legal dealings among citizens here in Hawai‘i? And citizens of what “nation” are we talking about now?
Blessed are the Meek but I still have a few questions about the “inherit the earth” part. Lots of questions yeah? Any answers Michael Meek?
Don’t be too worried though. You’re not in it by yourself. I consider myself an immigrant but I’m not worrying about it — until the big voice in the sky (or anywhere else) asks me “How long can you tread water?” These are some of the questions I’m asking myself. I have lots more questions too. This could turn into a great conversation.
Happy Leap Day to all you leapers out there.
David Makana Martin
Waipouli
Headline encourages resentment
I was somewhat troubled when I read the headline in Friday’s paper concerning a traffic accident. The headline reads: “Moped driver hit by visitors.”
I am not sure what useful purpose it serves to identify the status of the drivers as “visitors.” The statement might encourage resentment toward tourists and other visitors to the island.
Byron Haugh
Kapa‘a
• Use natural resources
• What is a nation?
• Headline encourages resentment
I’m voting KIUC incumbents
In light of the recent negative letters regarding the KIUC board of directors, one can only wonder where’s the beef?
Anyone can sit at home and blast away but is there really any meat in their stance? Paul Lucas states (“KIUC needs to wake up,” Guest Viewpoint, Feb. 27) that Derek Kawakami’s letter (“Let’s re-elect KIUC incumbents,” Guest Viewpoint, Feb. 25) is verbose and a little over the top. I see nothing over the top in his piece. He seems to be stating his personal working experience with the directors and is pointing out their diversity and why he believes that they are the best choice for KIUC. Here is a young (30 years old), local man who has stepped up to accept the many challenges that this island has to offer by serving his community on many levels and it is sad to see so many people trying to “gag” him. And most of these people are probably not from here. Talk about trying to create an “us versus them” rift.
Shame on you.
We need more young leaders like him to voice their feelings and concerns. God knows he has every right to give his opinion and what a solid opinion he has. He states his beliefs that are backed by facts. Take a good look. Can you really argue with any of his points?
Anybody who has roots here knows that Peter Yukimura has an extensive business background that sure comes in handy when reviewing financial statements and budgets. Anyone who has inquired knows that under the current chair, KIUC has come out with not only an excellent Strategic Plan that aggressively incorporates renewables, but a plan that has been embraced by the staff at KIUC. Maybe you should talk to the management to get their feedback on whether the plan is feasible or not. Most of us know that Phil Tacbian has built relationships with government leaders that come in handy when KIUC needs to call on them on issues that could adversely impact the members (which is me and you). If Derek Kawakami’s letter seemed verbose than it is rightfully so. I, as well as many other local people who don’t usually voice our opinions have a lot to say. But as a culture we have been raised to be soft spoken, humble, to not make any waves, to avoid being obnoxious. It is obvious that Lucas has some ill will toward KIUC for not being able to participate as a contractor and that is his right.
But why? Why didn’t they allow you to participate? Must be for some reason or another. Back it up with some facts. Lucas also agrees that it will take years for their renewable initiatives to get going but gets upset that it isn’t happening overnight. Steering a cooperative of this size is not like turning a speed boat on a dime, it is like turning a barge around. It takes time. And fortunately, this board has realized that their duty is long term planning.
I applaud Derek for his bravery. I’m sure he knew the response he would get from the few who get threatened anytime a young local speaks his mind. But that didn’t stop him. As for this year’s election, I’m voting for the incumbents for the simple fact that it is common sense that the only change we will get is new faces unless we allow the current set to operate for more than a year at a time.
My words to Derek: Keep your head up and go get um.
Pono Pananganan
Kapa‘a
Use natural resources
In response to: “People should know about KIUC,” Letters, Feb. 29, by Linda Silva.
To your question, “Where is the action on Kaua‘i?”
My guess is their (KIUC) mind is set on biofuels (palm oil). Every now and then I converse with one KIUC personnel and once I brought up the windmill to generate power to a subdivision (residential area). That person quickly avoided the conversation and walked away.
We have all the natural resources (the wind, the waves, and the sun) to help generate power. Let’s start somewhere. These sources can be used if there is ever a shortage of fuel (biofuel or fossil fuel).
Let’s step up to the plate and join Maui and O‘ahu. Make use of our natural resources now.
Howard Tolbe
‘Ele‘ele
What is a nation?
Katy Rose (“Narrow views of immigration,” Letters, Feb. 25) surely doesn’t need me to defend her from Michael Meek or the views he expresses in his Feb. 28 letter “Trade and immigration,” so I won’t.
I would ask Micheal to share his own views on “what a nation is” and try addressing some of these questions: What was Hawai‘i when the sugar planters took over? If the laws of nations (international law, treaties and the like) are put aside, first by military force at the bequest of economic robber barons (semi-evolved pirates) and then by annexation and then by a statehood process, and which in all phases those actions violated the pertinent laws (see Apology Resolution, Pub. L. No 103-150, 107 Stat. 1510 and more recently the Hawaii Supreme Court opinion No. 25570 in OHA, et al vs HCDCH, et al CIV NO 94-4207 for more historical details) and it is admitted those laws were basically “jettisoned at will,” does that make you an illegal immigrant to Hawai‘i? How should that affect your contracts, your property rights and all manner of legal dealings among citizens here in Hawai‘i? And citizens of what “nation” are we talking about now?
Blessed are the Meek but I still have a few questions about the “inherit the earth” part. Lots of questions yeah? Any answers Michael Meek?
Don’t be too worried though. You’re not in it by yourself. I consider myself an immigrant but I’m not worrying about it — until the big voice in the sky (or anywhere else) asks me “How long can you tread water?” These are some of the questions I’m asking myself. I have lots more questions too. This could turn into a great conversation.
Happy Leap Day to all you leapers out there.
David Makana Martin
Waipouli
Headline encourages resentment
I was somewhat troubled when I read the headline in Friday’s paper concerning a traffic accident. The headline reads: “Moped driver hit by visitors.”
I am not sure what useful purpose it serves to identify the status of the drivers as “visitors.” The statement might encourage resentment toward tourists and other visitors to the island.
Byron Haugh
Kapa‘a
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HiKauai wrote on Feb 11, 2009 9:19 AM:
" Hello again TGI,
Please do not expect anyone to buy your theory of promotion or advertising and success program Waimea High School. We the former students there at one time in our lives actually do not care of local propaganda and success story with you or anyone there and their cars to show for as a success story.
Basically, I wrote to Waimea High School, and I suspect as always that this town is a ghost town. No offense but there is nothing to do there, just unemployed educators and former students.
I am not with their idea of success story, and I am not placing religion or anything like that on anyone, because as you know, this is still a free country and you can do anything you want. The whole idea of success just doesn't work well in a farm club setting and wanting to make it out or make it happen after you graduate in high school there to say the least.
Basically, some people I may know here, think some of you people still stuck there are still losers because you haven't made it happen for yourself or others, if you get my point staying home doing nothing.
Sincerely,
Dean Kelly Sabado "
Please do not expect anyone to buy your theory of promotion or advertising and success program Waimea High School. We the former students there at one time in our lives actually do not care of local propaganda and success story with you or anyone there and their cars to show for as a success story.
Basically, I wrote to Waimea High School, and I suspect as always that this town is a ghost town. No offense but there is nothing to do there, just unemployed educators and former students.
I am not with their idea of success story, and I am not placing religion or anything like that on anyone, because as you know, this is still a free country and you can do anything you want. The whole idea of success just doesn't work well in a farm club setting and wanting to make it out or make it happen after you graduate in high school there to say the least.
Basically, some people I may know here, think some of you people still stuck there are still losers because you haven't made it happen for yourself or others, if you get my point staying home doing nothing.
Sincerely,
Dean Kelly Sabado "
HiKauai wrote on Feb 11, 2009 1:45 PM:
" First of all, let this be known, that these comments here are worthless and useless considering the topic being discussed. We found this topic a useless waist of time and money. This is from any intellectual interested reader. And yes, I am not associated with any former classmates there on Kauai also, for this matter alone.
Sincerely,
Dean Kelly Sabado "
Sincerely,
Dean Kelly Sabado "
HiKauai wrote on Feb 11, 2009 1:50 PM:
" I have seen alot of losers being mentioned in association to Waimea High School sports at UH Manoa. Might I add they are the one's who are delerious and a debachery to any level minded reader. These names are wide and long. And they run from 1979-1990 graduates trying grace the pages of Kauai and represent that school, outrageous. I for one, right now am putting all of them down for ever contemplating fame and popularity. We actually do not understand your fame and glory at Waimea High School.
This is in regards to your articles on the Waimea High School athletics and any department there.
Sincerely,
Dean Kelly Sabado "
This is in regards to your articles on the Waimea High School athletics and any department there.
Sincerely,
Dean Kelly Sabado "
HiKauai wrote on Feb 11, 2009 1:55 PM:
" Losers I have mentioned that graced those pages are as follows:
Ross Kagawa 1984' UH baseball 1987' classmate of Percival Butay(cousin)
Edmond Acoba 1981'
Liko Pereira 1989 and someother school baseball?
Kui Souza 1988 Sacramento state baseball
Craig Ibara 1983' HPC of honolulu baseball
Keith Pigao - student information desk for all information here for class reunion
Lyman Lacro 1986, UH Volleyball 1987
Barry Magoay 1985, UH Volleyball 1989
These are just some of the names trying to gain popular votes via their own high School Waimea High School
even now. Unreal!
Best regards,
Dean Kelly Sabado "
Ross Kagawa 1984' UH baseball 1987' classmate of Percival Butay(cousin)
Edmond Acoba 1981'
Liko Pereira 1989 and someother school baseball?
Kui Souza 1988 Sacramento state baseball
Craig Ibara 1983' HPC of honolulu baseball
Keith Pigao - student information desk for all information here for class reunion
Lyman Lacro 1986, UH Volleyball 1987
Barry Magoay 1985, UH Volleyball 1989
These are just some of the names trying to gain popular votes via their own high School Waimea High School
even now. Unreal!
Best regards,
Dean Kelly Sabado "
HiKauai wrote on Feb 12, 2009 1:08 PM:
" Hello again TGI,
This is me, Dean Kelly Sabado. Thank you for letting me comment on your articles there on the island. I just want to thank everyone agreeing with myself on who actually I meant, calling them losers in that town. Ha! Ha! Ha! I am a personal graduate of that high school but will proudly say if they keep up the good work in academics and life, will not be too ashamed of being associated with Waimea High School as an alumni.
Sorry, but there are others who felt this way! Here on the island of Honolulu and even the mainland. These names may have one time in their lives even mine represent the epitome of failure and laughs, and not success.
best regards,
Dean Kelly Sabado "
This is me, Dean Kelly Sabado. Thank you for letting me comment on your articles there on the island. I just want to thank everyone agreeing with myself on who actually I meant, calling them losers in that town. Ha! Ha! Ha! I am a personal graduate of that high school but will proudly say if they keep up the good work in academics and life, will not be too ashamed of being associated with Waimea High School as an alumni.
Sorry, but there are others who felt this way! Here on the island of Honolulu and even the mainland. These names may have one time in their lives even mine represent the epitome of failure and laughs, and not success.
best regards,
Dean Kelly Sabado "
fvr wrote on Sep 1, 2009 9:32 AM:
" fvr wrote on Aug 31, 2009 2:12 AM:
" My heart goes out to the family for their loss. Kauai grieves with you,and your family.
Kauai still grieves for the unsolved murder of, Sandra Mendoca.
Sandy was my sons classmate, and a very sweet, honest, and genuine young lady, even as a child.
Sandy would be 31 this year.
When my son heard she was murdered, at first he could not believe it.
Then he wept. He kept saying, no she can't be dead, not like that.
He went to St.Catherines School with her, from age 5, from Kindergarten.
He said, Sandy was the best, a model student, and liked by the entire class.
Sometimes she ignored him, when he got in an impish-rascal-prankster mode. He use to say, Sandy does'nt like me mom, cause I naughty. Yet even as a small child, he respected her sincere, moral character, exemplary behavior, and demeanor.
Till this day he is in disbelief, and schocked, that anyone would hurt, this beautiful young lady.
We both still pray for Sandra.
I pray for all who suffer from, violent acts against women, and children.
I offer my deepest sympathy, to the family, and will include you in my prayers.
God bless you, in your time of grief. I pray you find some peace. " "
" My heart goes out to the family for their loss. Kauai grieves with you,and your family.
Kauai still grieves for the unsolved murder of, Sandra Mendoca.
Sandy was my sons classmate, and a very sweet, honest, and genuine young lady, even as a child.
Sandy would be 31 this year.
When my son heard she was murdered, at first he could not believe it.
Then he wept. He kept saying, no she can't be dead, not like that.
He went to St.Catherines School with her, from age 5, from Kindergarten.
He said, Sandy was the best, a model student, and liked by the entire class.
Sometimes she ignored him, when he got in an impish-rascal-prankster mode. He use to say, Sandy does'nt like me mom, cause I naughty. Yet even as a small child, he respected her sincere, moral character, exemplary behavior, and demeanor.
Till this day he is in disbelief, and schocked, that anyone would hurt, this beautiful young lady.
We both still pray for Sandra.
I pray for all who suffer from, violent acts against women, and children.
I offer my deepest sympathy, to the family, and will include you in my prayers.
God bless you, in your time of grief. I pray you find some peace. " "
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HiKauai wrote on Feb 11, 2009 9:08 AM:
RE: 2/11/2009 and the above topic
Can we cut out the "EXPLETIVE" here. Everyone knows if you are or were affiliated with high school at one time in your life in Waimea, Kauai, you would know that you do not place one of the three stooges willing to work at Kentucky fried chicken and place him at the vice principal's seat at Waimea High School. We all know that BOE and DOE played no roll in this nonsense of students being athletes then becomming success in the respected choice of degree and field like a BA degree. An example, you cannot put someone like a Pereira or even an Aaron Francisco from Kahuku High School, now former Arizona Cardinals NFL, as a BA candidtate after a prolific showing in sports. It just does not work that way. We all know that they cannot be serious placing academics after a 10 year assistant coach with a rediculous man/educator and/or coach if I might add like Tommy Rita of the 1980's and then expect him, Patrick Pereira to educate people in 2000's after being associated with dumb athletes all their life and now turn to academics. Now they educate people? Ha! What are we looking at here is basically a rediculous and dumber community than most perceived DOE standard base learning. Otherwise throw this article out already, alright?
best regards,
Dean Kelly Sabado "