Annual Owners Meeting
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Jeanne
May 19, 2026, 8:06:47 AMMay 19
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Aloha!
Harvey and I were wondering why owners who are unable to attend the annual meeting in person aren’t allowed to listen remotely. Has there been any discussion about changing the rules to allow remote access to the meeting?
We’re also unclear on how owners are expected to vote electronically if they cannot hear nominations from the floor, proposed motions, or discussions regarding new board member candidates and other proposals.
Wish we could be on Maui with you this week, enjoy all the festivities!
Kindest regards,
Jeanne Reynolds, 1159 owner
Kristin Tassin
May 19, 2026, 12:50:06 PMMay 19
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Aloha Jeanne! The owner’s meeting can be attended remotely through a call in. Board Counsel is following up to be sure this info is included in the meeting notice. So, owners are able to attend remotely but currently cannot vote remotely.
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mike feeney
May 19, 2026, 12:57:41 PMMay 19
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Thanks Kristin. That’s good information.
Also, hopefully we can get general approval for e-voting by our membership this meeting to allow for broader owner participation going forward.
Best.
Michael Feeney
On May 19, 2026, at 6:50 PM, Kristin Tassin <kristin...@sugar-maple.com> wrote:
Aloha Jeanne! The owner’s meeting can be attended remotely through a call in. Board Counsel is following up to be sure this info is included in the meeting notice. So, owners are able to attend remotely but currently cannot vote remotely.
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On May 19, 2026, at 7:06 AM, Jeanne <jtil...@gmail.com> wrote:
Aloha!Harvey and I were wondering why owners who are unable to attend the annual meeting in person aren’t allowed to listen remotely. Has there been any discussion about changing the rules to allow remote access to the meeting?We’re also unclear on how owners are expected to vote electronically if they cannot hear nominations from the floor, proposed motions, or discussions regarding new board member candidates and other proposals.
Wish we could be on Maui with you this week, enjoy all the festivities!
Kindest regards,
Jeanne Reynolds, 1159 owner
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Greg Ferrer
Jun 1, 2026, 5:49:39 PMJun 1
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Hi Guys.
I've been snorkeling there in Maui for decades. But the some of the information below is news to me, especially the part about "waiting 72 hours after arriving via air". Heck.................. Lots of times I run down to the beach and go for a swim in the ocean even before I unpack. LOL
Be safe.
Greg
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ROPE stands for Rapid Onset Pulmonary Edema, a dangerous and often fatal medical condition where a snorkeler’s lungs suddenly fill with their own bodily fluids rather than inhaled seawater . Extensive data from the Hawaii Department of Health Snorkel Safety Study reveals that ROPE is the leading trigger for "mysterious," silent drownings that occur in calm waters without any outward signs of struggle or panic. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
How ROPE Causes "Internal Drowning"
- Inhalation Resistance: Breathing through a narrow snorkel tube or certain full-face masks forces the respiratory muscles to work harder. [1, 2]
- Negative Pressure: This increased effort creates a vacuum-like, negative intrathoracic pressure inside the chest. [1, 2]
- Fluid Shift: The pressure differential physically sucks bodily fluids out of the surrounding capillaries and directly into the lung's air sacs (alveoli). [1, 2]
- Hypoxia: As the lungs flood internally, they lose the ability to transfer oxygen to the blood, leading to rapid, severe oxygen deprivation. [1, 2]
Critical Risk Factors
- Recent Air Travel: Multiple studies and high-profile lawsuits, such as those covered by ABC News, show that breathing in a pressurized airplane cabin during long-haul flights alters lung permeability. Snorkeling within 72 hours of a flight dramatically increases ROPE risk. [1, 2, 3]
- Equipment Design: Snorkels with restrictive splash valves or poorly designed full-face masks heavily restrict airflow, spiking inhalation resistance. [1, 2]
- Pre-existing Health Conditions: Sufferers of asymptomatic heart disease, high blood pressure, or left ventricular issues are highly predisposed to the condition. [1, 2, 3]
- Physical Exertion: Swimming against currents or panicking accelerates airway resistance and worsens fluid accumulation within minutes. [1]
Symptoms to Recognize
Unlike
traditional drowning where a victim splashes or gasps for air, a
snorkeler experiencing ROPE will succumb quietly. Watch closely for
these signs reported by the Wilderness Medical Society: [1, 2]
Life-Saving Preventative Measures
- Wait to Swim: Avoid snorkeling for at least 72 hours after getting off a long-distance flight to allow your lungs to fully recover.
- Choose Simple Gear: Use a standard, simple open-tube snorkel rather than complex full-face masks or valves that constrict normal breathing.
- Ditch the Gear Early: If you feel any unusual shortness of breath, immediately remove your mask and snorkel, flip onto your back, signal for assistance, and swim to safety. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
Greg Ferrer
Jun 1, 2026, 5:52:48 PMJun 1
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Here's some more info, albeit, fm a year ago.
Greg
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pauls...@gmail.com
Jun 2, 2026, 11:59:10 PMJun 2
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Aloha Whaler Ohana
I have a last-minute reservation that has opened a great opportunity to stay in a premium 1-bedroom 2-bath with a wrap-around lanai on the 10th floor. It’s a beautiful condo with ocean, golf course, and West Maui mountain views,
We normally rent this from $550-$800 per night plus taxes.
Jump now….. for $400 per night
Open today (June 2nd) until June 15th.
This would be an incredible 7-10 night experience for owners, friends, and family.
Please share this if you have someone in mind.
Maybe someone that might want to extend their current stay.
I am on site at the Whaler and available all the time.
Mahalo
Keith
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