Located in the Puna District of Hawai'i, the Fern Acres Community Association (FACA) is dedicated to the safety and preservation of our neighborhood. We manage the continuous care, repair and maintenance of our 26 miles of privately owned roadways, ensuring reliable access for all residents, guests and emergency services.
Our subdivision contains 2,000 lots, each with two acres of land. The community sits at an elevation of 1,500 feet above sea level, enjoying a daily temperature range between 65°F and 85°F. Total annual rainfall is approximately 160 inches, which is distributed evenly throughout the year.
FACA is responsible for collecting mandatory road maintenance assessments to keep our neighborhood subdivision safe and passable. The annual fee is $220.00 per lot and is due on January 1st of each year. Payments are considered delinquent if they are not received by March 31st deadline. A $25.00 late fee will automatically be applied to the account for payments received after this deadline.
Payments can be made by check or credit card by visiting or calling the FACA office at 11-3602 Lehua St (Pole 7)
808-968-6006 or via email at fernacres2026@gmail.com.
Office hours are Monday through Wednesday from 10 AM to 2 PM, and Thursday from 10 AM to 4:30 PM
FACA Board Members as of July 2026
Cristi Fields, President
Patti Pinto, Vice President
Julia Mitchell, Treasurer
Laila Moiré-Selvage, Secretary
Claudia Ziroli, Director
Hank Shultz, Director & Road Chair
Felix DeLaCruz, Director
Richard Walsh, Director
Jason Fleck, Director
BYLAWS results will go into effect in January 2027. Detailed results and the updated Bylaws will be uploaded to the website soon:
#1) FACA MEMBERSHIP — APPROVED
Justification: Removing the $35 payment of membership dues to allow all property owners the right to vote for the Board of Directors. Clearer explanation of household membership privileges.
#2) ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP — APPROVED
SECTION 5. ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP (REMOVE)
Justification: Strike the entire associate membership provision and remove it in its entirety, as Board Directors should be property owners and be elected by the members.
#3) SPECIAL MEETINGS — APPROVED
SECTION 2. SPECIAL MEETINGS PERTAINING TO ROAD ISSUES
Justification: The Bylaws include two types of “Special Meetings.” The first pertaining to road issues that require full community notification and adherence to all notification and participation requirements. The second type of special meeting is one called by the board in order to complete unfinished work or attend to pressing Association business requiring 7 day notice.
#4) BOARD REMOVAL/RESIGNATION — APPROVED
SECTION 4. REMOVAL AND RESIGNATION
Justification: Clarifies that anyone serving on the board may be removed. Not just officers.
#5) BOARD TERM LIMITS — APPROVED
SECTION 7, 8, & 9
Justification: Add the following text to Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Probably an oversight, the same term limit conditions should apply to all officers.
#6) CLARIFYING ROAD COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP — APPROVED
ARTICLE VIII: COMMITTEES, SECTION 4. DUTIES AND AUTHORITIES OF STANDING COMMITTEES, ROAD COMMITTEE
Justification: Clarifying text, removing duplicative language.
#7) ADDING ROAD COMMITTEE MINUTES REQUIREMENT — APPROVED
ARTICLE VIII: COMMITTEES, SECTION 4. DUTIES AND AUTHORITIES OF STANDING COMMITTEES, ROAD COMMITTEE
Justification: Adding that minutes are to be taken and maintained for all Road Committee Meetings.
#8) CLARIFYING/ADDING NEPOTISM, CONFLICT OF INTEREST, NONDISCRIMINATION — APPROVED
SECTION 8. NEPOTISM, CONFLICT OF INTEREST, AND NON-DISCRIMINATION
Justification: Previous language insufficient to meet current standards consistent with current board governance protocols.
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