SSCR3839

STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3839

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NOS. 634, 653, 654

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-Second State Legislature

Regular Session of 2024

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 634, 653, and 654, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of:

Board of Private Detectives and Guards

G.M. No. 634

JERALD DOLAK,

for a term to expire 06-30-2028;

G.M. No. 653

ARTHUR LOGAN,

for a term to expire 06-30-2026; and

G.M. No. 654

GAISON ONTAI,

for a term to expire 06-30-2028,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by Jerald Dolak, Arthur Logan, and Gaison Ontai for service on the Board of Private Detectives and Guards.

JERALD DOLAK

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Jerald Dolak from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Aqua Aston Hospitality, Hawaii Hotel Visitors Industry Security Association, Kyo-ya Hotels & Resorts, HHVISA, and seven individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Dolak's experience, background, and commitment to public service qualify him for appointment to the Board of Private Detectives and Guards as a licensed guard member. Your Committee notes that Mr. Dolak has held several security and safety roles at Outrigger Resorts in Hawaii since 1988 and is currently the Director of Security and Safety and Corporate Director of Loss Prevention where he directs and oversees the implementation of all security programs and maintains the company's Safety and Health and Emergency Response programs. Mr. Dolak also participates in his community as Chairman of the Citizens Advisory Commission on Civil Defense for the City and County of Honolulu and as President of the Hawaii Hotel Visitor Industry Security Association (HHVISA). Your Committee finds that Mr. Dolak thoroughly understands the role and responsibilities of board members and his experience and knowledge will enhance the effectiveness of the Board of Private Detectives and Guards. Your Committee therefore recommends that Jerald Dolak be appointed to the Board of Private Detectives and Guards.

ARTHUR LOGAN

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Arthur Logan from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Maui Police Department, and one individual.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Chief Logan's background, knowledge, and dedication to public service qualify him for appointment to the Board of Private Detectives and Guards as a Police Chief member. Your Committee notes that Chief Logan has been serving as the Chief of Police of the Honolulu Police Department since 2022. Prior to his service as Chief of Police, Chief Logan worked as the Adjutant General of the State's Department of Defense, criminal investigator for the Department of the Attorney General, adjunct professor of Criminal Justice and Homeland Security Studies at Hawaii Pacific University, and in several capacities for the Hawaii National Guard, including Chief of Staff from 2008 to 2013. Chief Logan is involved in his community and has served as a board member of the YMCA and the Alakaʻi Committee at Saint Louis School in addition to serving on numerous councils, commissions, and task forces. Your Committee finds that Chief Logan thoroughly understands the role and responsibilities of board members and his knowledge and background will enhance the effectiveness of the Board of Private Detectives and Guards. Your Committee therefore recommends that Arthur Logan be appointed to the Board of Private Detectives and Guards.

GAISON ONTAI

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Gaison Ontai from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and one individual.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Ontai's knowledge, experience, and desire to serve his community qualify him for appointment to the Board of Private Detectives and Guards as a public member. Your Committee notes that Mr. Ontai is an experienced corporate lawyer at The Queen's Health Systems with over a decade of experience in the health care industry. As Corporate Counsel, Mr. Ontai oversees a myriad of legal affairs, including regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, and litigation management. Mr. Ontai is committed to community service, serving as the Director of Aloha Harvest and as a Pro Bono Attorney. Your Committee finds that Mr. Ontai thoroughly understands the role and responsibilities of board members and his experience, knowledge, and perspective as a private citizen will be assets to the Board of Private Detectives and Guards. Your Committee therefore recommends that Gaison Ontai be appointed to the Board of Private Detectives and Guards.

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

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JARRETT KEOHOKALOLE, Chair