STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3285

 

Honolulu, Hawaii

                  

 

RE:    GOV. MSG. NOS. 630, 631, 632, 633, 634, 645, 646, 647, 648

 

 

 

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Twenty-Eighth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2016

State of Hawaii

 

Sir:

 

     Your Committee on Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 630, 631, 632, 633, 634, 645, 646, 647, and 648, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of: 

 

Correctional Industries Advisory Committee

 

G.M. No. 630

AARON KIBOTA,

for a term to expire 06-30-2019;

 

G.M. No. 631

JAMES WATARU,

for a term to expire 06-30-2019;

 

G.M. No. 632

JAY ISHIBASHI,

for a term to expire 06-30-2019;

 

G.M. No. 633

JENNIFER DOTSON,

for a term to expire 06-30-2019;

 

G.M. No. 634

LEE SHINSATO,

for a term to expire 06-30-2018;

 

G.M. No. 645

MARLENE KUFROVICH,

for a term to expire 06-30-2016;

 

G.M. No. 646

MARLENE KUFROVICH,

for a term to expire 06-30-2020;

 

G.M. No. 647

HOWARD WIIG,

for a term to expire 06-30-2018; and

 

G.M. No. 648

JON MATSUO,

for a term to expire 06-30-2017,

 

begs leave to report as follows:

 

     Your Committee has reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by the nominees and finds Aaron Kibota, James Wataru, Jay Ishibashi, Jennifer Dotson, Lee Shinsato, Marlene Kufrovich, Howard Wiig, and Jon Matsuo to possess the requisite qualifications to be nominated to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.

 

AARON KIBOTA

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Aaron Kibota from the Department of Public Safety.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Kibota's career history and commitment to public service qualify him for nomination to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Kibota has fifteen years of senior financial management experience with nonprofit organizations and the private sector, which will make him a valuable asset to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee as the Committee works toward building a self-sustaining correctional industries program.

 

JAMES WATARU

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of James Wataru from the Department of Public Safety and Hawaii Government Employees Association.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Wataru's experience and history of public service qualify him for nomination to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Wataru has served on the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee in the past, and he is currently the State President of the United Public Workers Union, AFSCME Local 646.  Mr. Wataru is also a Commissioner on the Honolulu Fire Commission and a board member of the Labor Community Services Program and Blood Bank of Hawaii.  Your Committee finds that Mr. Wataru's extensive leadership experience will be a great asset to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.

 

JAY ISHIBASHI

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Jay Ishibashi from the Department of Public Safety.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Ishibashi's work history and experience qualify him for nomination to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Ishibashi has served the public sector for over twenty-five years, including as an Employee Representative for the Hawaii Government Employees Association since 2011.  Additionally, Mr. Ishibashi has served as a Special Assistant to the Mayor of the City and County of Honolulu, a Budget Analyst for the Senate Committee on Ways and Means, and a senior executive aide in the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.  Your Committee further finds that Mr. Ishibashi's knowledge from his background in the areas of government, finance, and labor will be a great asset to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.

 

JENNIFER DOTSON

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Jennifer Dotson from the Department of Public Safety.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Ms. Dotson's extensive managerial experience and commitment to public service qualify her for nomination to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.  Your Committee notes that Ms. Dotson has been actively engaged in helping and working with underserved populations throughout her career.  She is currently the President and CEO of Network Enterprises, Inc., which offers job placement and retention services for individuals with severe disabilities.  In the past, she has served as the President of the Junior League of Honolulu, Executive Director of Mothers Against Drunk Driving of Honolulu, and Health Care Services Coordinator for the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Honolulu.  Additionally, Ms. Dotson has served on the board of directors of Envision Social Entrepreneurship and the Seagull Schools Early Education Center and as Chair of the Annual Language Access Conference.  Your Committee further finds that Ms. Dotson's leadership skills and dedication to public service will be great assets to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.

 

LEE SHINSATO

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Lee Shinsato from the Department of Public Safety.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Shinsato's professional history and demonstrated managerial and training skills qualify him for nomination to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Shinsato's experience as a restaurant owner, Full Service Manager at the Coca Cola Bottling Company, and Chef Instructor at Kapiolani Community College will be valuable to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee's work to provide relevant job training and employment for inmates.

 

MARLENE KUFROVICH

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination and consideration for reappointment of Marlene Kufrovich from the Department of Public Safety.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Ms. Kufrovich's extensive experience in the public sector and commitment to public service qualify her for nomination and consideration for reappointment to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.  Ms. Kufrovich worked extensively with underserved populations as an Eligibility Worker for the Department of Human Services.  Your Committee notes that the Department of Public Safety has testified that Ms. Kufrovich has demonstrated a determination to find ways to help Hawaii Correctional Industries benefit offenders and the community at large.  Your Committee further finds that Ms. Kufrovich's extensive experience and commitment to public service will be great assets to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.

 

HOWARD WIIG

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Howard Wiig from the Department of Public Safety.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Wiig's experience in green industries and demonstrated leadership abilities qualify him for nomination to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.  Mr. Wiig is currently the President of HCW Consulting and has been an Energy Analyst for the State since 1976.  Additionally, Mr. Wiig is a member of numerous environmental and engineering organizations.  Your Committee further finds that Mr. Wiig's wealth of expertise will provide considerable advice and guidance to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.

 

JON MATSUO

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Jon Matsuo from the Department of Public Safety, Department of Transportation, and one individual.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Matsuo's knowledge and experience in executive coaching and leadership in the private and public sectors qualify him for nomination to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.  Mr. Matsuo has taken on leadership roles at several professional consulting and coaching firms, including Jon MATSUO, LLC; which he founded and owns as Principal.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Matsuo demonstrated, while working at the Department of Transportation, his ability to address challenges and issues with balance, competence, and integrity.  Your Committee further finds that Mr. Matsuo's professional skills and experience will be great assets to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee.

 

     As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs that are attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominees, has found the nominees to be qualified for the positions to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nominations.

 


Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs,

 

 

 

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CLARENCE K. NISHIHARA, Chair