STAND. COM. REP. NO. 1641

 

Honolulu, Hawaii

                  

 

RE:    GOV. MSG. NOS. 683, 684, 685, 686, 687, 688

 

 

 

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Twenty-Ninth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2017

State of Hawaii

 

Sir:

 

     Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 683, 684, 685, 686, 687, and 688, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of: 

 

Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation

 

G.M. No. 683

JULIETTE TULANG,

for a term to expire 06-30-2019;

 

G.M. No. 684

WAYNE KANEMOTO,

for a term to expire 06-30-2021;

 

G.M. No. 685

ANTONETTE TORRES,

for a term to expire 06-30-2021;

 

G.M. No. 686

DANIEL RICK,

for a term to expire 06-30-2021;

 

G.M. No. 687

DONNA LEE MCCLEARY,

for a term to expire 06-30-2017; and

 

G.M. No. 688

DONNA LEE MCCLEARY,

for a term to expire 06-30-2021,

 

begs leave to report as follows:

 

     Your Committee has reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by the nominees and finds Juliette Tulang, Wayne Kanemoto, Antonette Torres, Daniel Rick, and Donna Lee McCleary to possess the requisite qualifications to be nominated to the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

 

JULIETTE TULANG

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Juliette Tulang for reappointment from the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, East Hawaii Regional Board of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, and three individuals.

 

     Prior to retirement, Ms. Tulang served in a variety of roles including working as the Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation for the County of Hawaii, and Marketing and Development Assistant at the Hawaii Community Foundation's Hawaii Island Office.  Your Committee finds that Ms. Tulang has experience working with individuals at various life stages, including her time as a high school teacher and twenty-five years of work with the elderly community.  Your Committee notes that Ms. Tulang has served as President and board member of the Hilo Medical Center Foundation and member of the American Cancer Society Board, and is involved with numerous other community organizations and efforts.  In her personal statement, Ms. Tulang indicated that she hopes to work toward the provision of accessible, quality healthcare that is patient-centered and cost-effective as well as advocate for healthcare in rural communities.  Your Committee notes that Ms. Tulang has served on the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation since December 2015 and is familiar with the role and responsibilities of board members.  Your Committee finds that Ms. Tulang's knowledge, demonstrated leadership, and commitment to the community qualify her for reappointment to the Board.

 

WAYNE KANEMOTO

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Wayne Kanemoto for reappointment from the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, Hawaii Government Employees Association, and three individuals.

 

     Mr. Kanemoto is currently involved with youth programs at Kanalani Enterprises, LLC, and has a variety of previous work experiences, including a distinguished career in education as a science teacher and as Principal of Laupāhoehoe High and Elementary School.  Your Committee finds that Mr. Kanemoto has demonstrated his commitment to improving healthcare throughout the East Hawaii region as Vice Chair and in other roles on the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation East Hawaii Regional Board.  Mr. Kanemoto has also volunteered extensively with the Hawaii Family Literacy Consortium, Hawaii Community School Consortium, and Hawaii County Workforce Investment Board.  In his personal statement, Mr. Kanemoto indicated that he hopes to help guide the future of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation and relevant policy as the healthcare field changes.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Kanemoto has served on the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation since 2016 and is familiar with the role and responsibilities of board members.  Your Committee finds that Mr. Kanemoto's background, leadership experience, and commitment to public service qualify him for reappointment to the Board.

 

ANTONETTE TORRES

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Antonette Torres for reappointment from the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation and one individual.

 

     Ms. Torres currently serves as the Public Health Nursing Director for the Kauai District Health Office of the Department of Health and is responsible for service delivery in the areas of health and wellness, communicable diseases, school health, and emergency preparedness.  Your Committee finds that Ms. Torres has extensive administrative and public health expertise, as well as dedicated involvement in numerous public health fairs and immunization clinics.  Your Committee notes that Ms. Torres is very involved in public service including serving as a board member of Kauai Rural Health, member of Kauai Community Alliance, and member of Kauai Community College's Nursing Program Advisory Board.  In her personal statement, Ms. Torres indicated that she hopes to contribute the perspective of overall health, concerns of healthcare workers, and community input regarding healthcare services.  Your Committee notes that Ms. Torres currently serves as the Secretary and Treasurer for the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation and finds that Ms. Torres' professional experience, community involvement, and passion for healthcare qualify her for reappointment to the Board.

 


DANIEL RICK

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Daniel Rick for reappointment from the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation and Kona Community Hospital.

 

     Mr. Rick is presently the owner of a physical therapy business in Kailua-Kona and continues to provide direct healthcare as a registered physical therapist.  Your Committee finds that Mr. Rick has thirty-three years of experience in the healthcare field as a physical therapist and has a deep understanding of the healthcare needs of the West Hawaii community.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Rick served as a member of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation West Hawaii Regional Board from 2008 to 2014, where he demonstrated his commitment to his community's healthcare system.  In his personal statement, Mr. Rick indicated that he hopes to ensure quality healthcare and a smoother transition as the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation moves forward into a new system structure of partnerships.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Rick is currently serving on the Board of Directors of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation and is familiar with the role and responsibilities of board members.  Your Committee finds that Mr. Rick's professional experience, community involvement, and commitment to quality healthcare qualify him for reappointment to the Board.

 

DONNA LEE MCCLEARY

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment and reappointment of Donna McCleary from the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation and four individuals.

 

     Dr. McCleary is a Pediatrician and has been on the medical staff at Maui Memorial Medical Center for over forty years.  Your Committee finds that Dr. McCleary has extensive medical practice and healthcare management experience, and has been responsible for numerous system initiatives for the Hawaii Permanente Medical Group to build access and capacity across the State.  Your Committee finds that Dr. McCleary has held various leadership positions with Hawaii Permanente Medical Group, including serving as Medical Director for the Kaiser Quest program for over ten years.  Your Committee notes that Dr. McCleary has an established history of community involvement, including serving previously on the Maui Region Board of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation and currently serving on the Maui Hospice Board of Directors and as Chair of the Hale Makua Board.  In her personal statement, Dr. McCleary indicated that she hopes to facilitate communication to ensure the continued delivery of high quality hospital and long-term care.  Your Committee finds that Dr. McCleary's professional experience, public service, and leadership in the healthcare community will be great assets to the Board.

 

     As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health 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 Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health,

 

 

 

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ROSALYN H. BAKER, Chair