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PRIORITY #2: KAUMAUI <br /> (94.222%) <br /> TMK Nos. (3) 2-1-018:006, 007, and 010, consisting of approx. 3.02 acres of the <br /> Waiakea ahupua'a in the District of South Hilo, Hawaii <br /> 4i*1.1* ' • 1 <br /> -T4: i OP'• ' . •4r4•0,11-1 . ."'"iii. Ni.', . .,2. ;•- gi : <br /> i-�{ ,: :`-''-' -,-,' -....*� .. .��- =��' i`,� - E;ag% +til <br /> Ell r .1111 -I -,----;:3C;- ?-'-' - -f-:••':••-'::!' . 'ia0v , .• - -4 '• , k' *lop .7 _ .-: .:.-: 1.-- 1 <br /> Kaumaui is unique for its' natural resources; the loko wai (fresh water ponds) and anchialine <br /> ponds which contains many endemic species. Purchase of a Conservation Easement (CE) will <br /> ensure permanent protection of the 'aina and loko, and provide environmental, educational and <br /> cultural benefits and a sense of place for the community. <br /> Anticipated Use <br /> • Preservation, restoration and revitalization of loko wai and anchialine ponds. <br /> • `Aina-based learning space and volunteer opportunities to build community capacity, <br /> share cultural values and develop sustainable practices for the future. <br /> Significance and Management <br /> • Site of an onshore landmark for one of three 'iko`a or ko'a ahi (ahi fishing shrine). <br /> • Strong support from the community, various organizations and agencies. Kamehameha <br /> Schools, Edith Kanaka'ole Foundation, Ka `Umeke Ka`eo PCS, Ke Ana La'ahana, <br /> Hawai'i Community College; University of Hawai'i at Hilo and Hui Malama Loko l'a of <br /> KUA have been identified with the interest and capacity to provide resources. <br /> • Unique opportunity to work with landowner and partner, Hui Ho'oleimaluo's generational <br /> commitment to the stewardship and care of Kaumaui. <br /> 1.3 <br />