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     MAY 2001 - Following the thirty-second MTA Annual Meeting held at Recreation Center III on Wednesday, March 21, 2001 the Board of Directors met to elect officers for the fiscal year and to assign the following members as chairpersons for the various MTA Committees.
     Those elected to serve as officers were: President - Eric Matsumoto; Vice President - Phillip Kuchler; Secretary - Glenn Yoshimori; & Treasurer - Farouk Wang.
     Committee Chairpersons were assigned as follows: Audit & Finance Committee - Farouk Wang; Building & Grounds Committee - Ross Kazama; Management & Personnel Committee - Donald Miller; Member Relations Committee - Michelle Kidani; & Recreation Committee - Michael Park.
     Homeowners and residents who wish to communicate with any of the MTA Committees should direct their written correspondence to the appropriate chairperson, in care of the Mililani Town Association, 95-303 Kaloapau Street, Mililani Town, HI 96789.

     MAY 2001 - On behalf of the MTA Board of Directors and all those members who attended the thirty-third annual meeting the Association would like to thank the following local merchants who donated gifts to be awarded as door prizes at the end of the meeting.
     The prizes were enthusiastically received by all those lucky enough to be holding a winning number. Again, the Association thanks all those donors for their continued support of the Association.
     Those businesses and organizations donating included: American Savings Bank, Bank of Hawaii, Blockbuster Video, Castle and Cooke Homes Hawaii, Cookie Corner, Domino’s Pizza, First Hawaiian Bank, Hawaii USA Federal Credit Union, I Love Country Caf�, Pizza Hut, ProfessioNAILS, Sizzler Restaurant, Star Markets, State Farm Insurance, Taco Bell, & Young Laundry.

MAY 2001 - The Mililani Town Association is looking for volunteers with experience in Grant writing to prepare Grant proposals for use by the Association in seeking outside funding for programs and studies.
If you have experience in this field and are interested in helping the Association qualify for awards under Grant Programs, please contact Cindy Arakaki at 623-7300.

MTA BOARD ENDORSES BARK PARK

     JUNE 2001 - At the April 18, 2001 meeting of the MTA Board of Directors, Special Resolution Number 372 was unanimously approved by the members of the Board.
     The Resolution, printed below in its entirety, indicates support of the City & County of Honolulu’s proposal to create a bark park within the Mililani community. Current City & County plans call for the bark park to be located in Kamaio Park.
     Following the approval, Mr. William Balfour, Jr., Director of the Department of Parks & Recreation, in a letter to MTA Board President Eric Matsumoto, thanked the Board for its support and indicated that plans for the park are currently under review with Don Kusunoki, Leeward Oahu District Manager for Parks and Recreation.
    The following is the Special Resolution adopted by the MTA Board of Directors:

OBJECTIVE: To indicate that the MTA Board supports the construction of a Bark Park in the Central Oahu District.

WHEREAS, the MILILANI TOWN DCC&R was established for the purpose of enhancing and protecting the value, desirability and attractiveness of the properties; and

WHEREAS, the MILILANI TOWN DCC&R By-Laws, Article II, Section 3 grants the BOARD all of the powers to manage and to control the affairs of the ASSOCIATION which are granted by law and the MILILANI TOWN DCC&R; and

WHEREAS, the City and County of Honolulu has indicated its desire to establish Bark Parks throughout Oahu; and

WHEREAS, there are a tremendous number of dog owners residing within Mililani Town Association who would welcome such a Bark Park conveniently located for Mililani Town residents; and

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the MTA BOARD supports the City and County of Honolulu, Parks and Recreation Department’s plan to establish a Bark Park within the Central Oahu District in close proximity to Mililani Town.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the MTA BOARD recommends that residents adjacent to the selected Bark Park site be afforded an opportunity to submit their suggestions and concerns.

MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT EXPLAINED

     JUNE 2001 - The Mililani Town Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (DCCR’s) requires that the Board of Directors develop a budget 30 days before the start of each fiscal year. The expenses are then divided and assessed by the Board as a “maintenance assessment” against the Owners.
     This maintenance assessment is used to pay for the expenses related to carrying out the duties and obligations of the Association. For example, maintenance and repair of the common areas i.e. recreation centers, landscaped parcels along roadways, etc.
     The Association is also mandated to obtain and maintain in force insurance coverage for fire, bodily injury and property damage. Despite recently initiated application fees, expenses related to the required Design Committee review of plans for improvements to residential properties is still a major cost to the association.
     Expenses relating to the enforcement of covenant restrictions, the Mililani Town Rules and the Design Committee Rules are likewise paid with the assessments. In addition, the general operating expenses of wages, benefits and equipment/supplies to conduct the administrative functions of the association is a daily expense for MTA.
     The Mililani Town DCCR’s, Section 6.02(d) require that assessments be paid by the Owners to the Association in equal quarterly installments on or before the first day of each January, April, July and October. If the Owner does not pay such assessments when due, the Owner is deemed in default by the documents. The Mililani DCCR’s do not require that the Association “bill” Owners for the maintenance assessments. However, MTA does send out invoices merely as “reminders” to the Owners of their obligation. Therefore, regardless if the Owner receives such a reminder or not, the Owner is still obligated to make payment by the deadline for the respective quarter. Simply put, the excuse “I didn’t receive a bill” will not absolve the Owner from being charged the $10.00 Late Fee.

Owners with questions regarding their account or related assessment matters may call the Administration Office at 623-7300, Mondays through Fridays during normal business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Owners wishing to have their maintenance assessment automatically withdrawn from a bank account can do so through a SurePay Program. This service is free and available through almost every bank and savings institution. The program eliminates the worry of meeting deadlines and the expense of postage for Owners. For application form or additional information, call the MTA Office.

MTA HAS PART TIME JOB OPENINGS

LIFEGUARDS – If you have a positive attitude, enjoy working outdoors, this is your opportunity! Applicants for this position are required to hold current Lifeguard, CPR and Professional Rescuer Certifications.

WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR – MTA is seeking applicants to work as a water safety instructor. Applicants should possess a positive, mature attitude, enjoy being in the water and teaching children of all ages and be able to communicate well with parents. Applicants must also have Lifeguard, CPR/FPR and WSI Certification.

BUILDING ATTENDANT – This is an entry-level position requiring customer service skills. Applicants must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Applicants may apply in person Monday thru Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the MTA Administrative Office, 95-303 Kaloapau Street in Mililani, or pick-up an Application Form at any MTA Recreation Center and return it to the MTA Office.

JUNE 2001 - Following are the days of the month and the times on which MTA committee meetings are normally held: Unless otherwise announced all MTA committee and Board meetings are held in the Recreation Center III conference room.

     Committee meetings may be cancelled due to a lack of quorum or no business listed on the agenda. Homeowners are advised to check with the Administrative. Office before 4:30 p.m. to ensure meetings are being held as scheduled.
      Association members may attend the Board of Directors and Committee meetings. A call to the General Manager or the H.R./Office Manager at 623-7300 a day ahead of the meeting would be appreciated to ensure adequate seating is available for homeowners (sometimes large groups such as the Boys Scouts attend for merit badge qualifications).
     Homeowners, who wish to address the Board or a Committee with a question, complaint, suggestion, etc., are asked to submit a written request to the General Manager or the H.R./Office Manager. They will then be placed on the agenda. Often, rather than the Board, members may be referred to one of the standing committees that has more direct jurisdiction over the subject matter that the homeowner wishes to discuss. All committees are composed of members of the Board of Directors.

     JUNE 2001 - Its that time of year again! Time to get ready for the Annual Summer Splash “Bombing” Contest.
     This year the event will be held at the Recreation Center II swimming pool on June 9, 2001. Festivities get under way at 11:00 a.m. and will continue until at least 5:00 p.m.
     Contestants must know how to swim and will be divided into different age groups, starting at 6 years and up to the oldest entrants Those planning to attend must bring their MTA ID card to gain entry and “get wet!” Interested residents with questions, or needing additional information on the contest should call 623-7300 during normal business hours.