Members Present:
Kim Beasley, Robin Bond, Jeff Brennan,
Susan Harper, Bob Heidrich, Captain Gilbert Kanazawa, Gregg Love, Bill Mossman,
Brad Rimell, Enid Kagesa and Chris Woolaway.
Guests: Captain
Skuby
Call to order: The
meeting was called to order by Robin Bond at 3:00 pm.
Introductions:
Captain Tim Skuby, the new
the Commander of the Activities of the Pacific was introduced.
Minutes Approved: The
minutes from the May 16th meeting were approved as written.
Treasurer’s Report: Chris
reported that there is $1,446.90 in the HOST checking account
Critiques:
A. Hawaii Boat Show & Ocean
Expo 2002
B. June HOST Membership Meeting
Next Membership Meeting:
The next membership meeting will be held
on August 8th. The topics to consider: The users of the Ala Wai harbor’s
concerns with the upcoming dredging that is scheduled to occur in July; an
update on harbor security by Bill Anonsen; a presentation on the lessons learned
from the cruise ship exercise completed in July; and a general announcement of
the activities occurring on the water.
HOST Secretary Position:
The HOST Secretary position is still
vacant. If you know someone who may be interested in filling this
position, please contact Robin.
Homeland Security and USCG’s recent
changes:
Captain Kanazawa informed the Board of
the changes that may occur in the USCG due to the creation of the Department of
Homeland Security. The creation of the new department has resulted in the
Captain of the Port’s title to be changed to the Commander of the Activities of
the Pacific, and reprioritizes the mission of the USCG in Hawaii. In
addition to the duties added to the Marine Safety Office (MSO), the MSO will
continue with their marine safety responsibilities.
Adjournment:
Meeting was adjourned at 4:36 p.m.
The next Board meeting will be held on
July 18, 2002