• Path popularity • Kalaheo Steak gives back • Good ole boy’s mega-millions ripe for harvest • Mahalo from Lihu‘e library • Path popularity I sat in utter amazement after reading the June 28 letter from Glenn Mickens (“Cars are
• Path popularity • Kalaheo Steak gives back • Good ole boy’s mega-millions ripe for harvest • Mahalo from Lihu‘e library •
Path popularity
I sat in utter amazement after reading the June 28 letter from Glenn Mickens (“Cars are here to stay”).
It wasn’t the first time. Here we have a man who periodically complains about government not listening to him. Yet it appears that Glenn Mickens is the one not listening. He has been informed over and over and over again that the federal law covering our multi-use path was amended. Transportation use, or proof thereof, is not required for the funding of such paths. The path’s legality was determined and made official when the Secretary of Transportation signed off on it years ago … period … end of argument.
He has been informed over and over and over again of the path’s popularity and extensive use. The path made Kapa‘a a day-trip destination for island residents like it never was before. Recently, just changing the use of the path produced the single-most-passionate debate we’ve had in a while. Mickens’ six-year campaign against the path has been a complete and utter failure. He continues arguments long since disproved. That’s because his own voice is the only one to which he’ll listen.
Pete Antonson, Kalaheo
Kalaheo Steak gives back
We witnessed an inspiring event on May 24 as we saw the true meaning of aloha given to over 360 Kaua‘i residents. The newly-opened Kalaheo Steak and Ribs held a “Thanksgiving in May” benefit event for the members of Nana’s House and Friendship House. Family members were treated to a full turkey dinner with all the fixings and trimmings. The dinners were provided by KS&R, its staff, volunteers from the Transportation Security Administration and Kalaheo neighbors. Turkeys were prepared by the local South Shore hotels and restaurants, including the Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i Resort & Spa, Sheraton Kaua‘i Resort and Joe’s on the Green. Extras and supplies were provided by Randall Francisco of the Kaua‘i Chamber of Commerce, Koa Trading, The Right Slice, Girards, and Tia Farkash.
There were many hungry appetites, animated conversations, and incredibly beautiful and happy keiki enjoying roasted turkey and gravy, stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed vegetables and salad, along with all the ono Thanksgiving deserts, plus “goodie bags” for everyone.
This was the first of an annual event that Caroline and Ernie at KS&R have started with the goal of “giving back” to our island community. They believe that, in difficult times like these, we all can stretch more to help our neighbors in any way we can. I remain inspired by what these two restaurant owners with a vision were able to do by “giving back.”
Mahalo nui loa to Caroline, Ernie, Chef Shane, and the staff at KS&R, along with the many volunteers in bringing happy faces to our friends and neighbors on the east and west side of Kaua‘i.
Yvette Bambas and neighbors, Kalaheo
Good ole boy’s mega-millions ripe for harvest
Yes, the filming industry brings millions of dollars to Kaua‘i. Where do these millions go? An excellent question!
Kaua‘i has “major opportunities here” only if we protect Kaua‘i’s environmental beauty. Our “small and currently economic-stricken island” needs “public accountability, transparency and participation” as well as every million-dollar infusion it can collect.
It’s stated by a reader that Mayor Carvalho “appears to have greater wisdom and foresight than any politicians” (and) the reader is “aware of and we are just going to dump him” for a county manager? “Wisdom and foresight” are rare in a politician, and needs to be proven.
I met with Mayor Carvalho on May 20, 2010, on a strict confidential level concerning a potential of “mega-millions” of “good ole boys” environmental penalties that no one of authority will touch but, if not pursued, could devastate Kaua‘i’s environmental beauty quickly.
“Mega-millions” waiting to be harvested via negotiations or litigation and I was told by the mayor I would hear from him soon. No word in five weeks. The mayor is a likable man who is probably doing the best he can. Unfortunately, he is in a job where that is not good enough. What is the status, Mayor Carvalho?
As the previous “film commissioner” author asked: “What does everyone else think?”
John Hoff, Lawa‘i
Mahalo from Lihu‘e library
Thank you Kaua‘i! The first Summer Friends of Lihu‘e Library Used Book Sale was a success thanks to the many wonderful volunteers who helped haul, sort, display and sell books at the event. Thanks to The Garden Island newspaper, KONG radio and the coconut wireless for announcing the sale. And thanks to the many readers, young and old, who came to purchase good books. All proceeds from the Friends of Lihu‘e Library Used Book Sales go to support the programs and services of Lihu‘e Public Library, which is busier than ever despite budget cuts. Mahalo nui Kaua‘i for your support.
Bill Grier,
Friends of Lihu‘e Library president
Carolyn Larson,
Lihu‘e Public Library branch manager
