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50. In 2,000 characters or less, describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these <br />funds. <br />With the $7,000 requested for the fire suppression system, the Pahoa Lava Zone Museum aims to achieve the <br />following measurable outcomes: Code -Compliant Kitchen Activation: Completion and certification of a fully operational, <br />shared -use commercial kitchen that meets fire and safety codes, allowing for legal use by nonprofits, farmers, and <br />small-scale meat producers. Increased Community Access: Provide at least 30+ local users annually --including <br />nonprofits, cultural groups, and food entrepreneurs —with affordable access to a certified kitchen, removing a key <br />barrier to food -based enterprise and fundraising. Support for Local Agriculture: Enable the production of 15+ value <br />added products annually by local farmers, helping them increase revenue through extended shelf life, diversified <br />offerings, and entry into local markets. Feral Pig Management and Utilization: Facilitate safe and legal processing of <br />100+ feral pigs annually through collaboration with Malama O Puna's 4-Point Feral Pig Plan, which aims to reduce <br />environmental damage and increase access to local protein. Nonprofit Fundraising: Empower at least 10 nonprofits per <br />year to use the facility for food -based fundraising events, contributing to their financial sustainability. Training and <br />Workforce Development: Host 4+ workshops annually on food safety, value-added production, and meat processing to <br />build local capacity, particularly for underserved and rural residents. Health and Safety Assurance: Prevent potential <br />fire hazards and ensure the safety of all users through the installation of a professionally designed and inspected fire <br />suppression system, reducing liability and ensuring long-term facility viability. These outcomes directly support regional <br />goals of food security, economic diversification, and community resilience, while providing the critical safety <br />infrastructure required for kitchen operations. <br />