Rep. Takayama: ABC junkyard cited, fined and ordered to clean up; owners contest action

Representative Greg Takayama updated the board on enforcement actions regarding the ABC junkyard adjacent to the bike path, saying the Department of Health cited the site in mid‑July and issued a $460,000 fine with a 60‑day remediation order. "It's being challenged by the owners of that property," Takayama said, but added that "as far as we're concerned, the 60 day requirement is still enforced" and that his office will remain in contact with DOH and the Attorney General's office to monitor compliance.

Board members and residents raised questions about where removed scrap is being transported and whether haulers are using licensed disposal sites. Takayama said he would keep the board informed and urged residents to report observed hauling and dumping activity to DOH for follow-up.