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STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES Strengths * Preservation ofurelatively accessible, pristine and massive stream system and estuary that are environmental assets to Hawmyi Island and the state, . �Protection and management ofpublic access twthe stream, estuary, and ocean, arare opportunity |nthe > | Hi|o-H5m5kuaregion. � Continuation of multi -cultural traditions by conserving natural resources and the ability to access the ocean, \ . � estuary, and stream. | i Opportunities and lessons to be learned from community management to ensure protection and perpetuation ofthe natural and cultural resources for future generations, ' " The Makahanaloa Fishing Association Is working collaboratively with groups and individuals in the local � communityto inform the public of the effort to acquire these properties, fundraise, and apply for cost -sharing grants and matching fund opportunities, ° Potentials for historical, biological, and archaeological education and research to benefit Hawaii island and � the state, * Presence of mature tropical hardwoods that add to the value of the properties. ( KawalnuStream's lower waterfall and estuary Weaknesses ^ Possibility that the land will besold toaprivate interest, which could end the informal public access tmthe stream, estuary, and ocean that has been allowed 6ythe current owners. � * Long PONCarqu|s|t|on process, which allows time for the property to potentially be sold to a private purchaser. / * If not publicly purchased, the critically valuable estuary, stream, and near -shore aquatic resources could suffer from diminished water quality, should land alteration activities occur on the upper plateaus. Report byMs. Deborah Chang, Commissioner Photos courtesy ofpbuethonKeeney August 23, 2024 4