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PCPLUED-10 Page 4 May 6, 2026 <br />Committee members also expressed concerns regarding infrastructure capacity, transportation <br />systems, and the pace of development relative to the availability of supporting public facilities and <br />services. <br />Ms. Morrison demonstrated the General Plan map comparison tool, which allows users to compare <br />existing and proposed land use designations across Hawaii Island. <br />The Special Meeting of the Policy Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development <br />was recessed until its next scheduled meeting on September 30, 2025. <br />Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development Special Meeting of September 30, 2025. <br />Planning Director Jeffrey W. Darrow and Long -Range Planning Program Manager Bethany <br />Morrison were in Hilo Chambers to resume presenting the "Sustainable & Resilient Communities" <br />section. <br />Discussion focused on implementation, maintenance, and long-term operational capacity. <br />Questions were raised regarding funding mechanisms for zero -waste initiatives, deferred <br />maintenance, and capital priorities, and departmental coordination related to implementation and <br />fiscal impacts. Discussion also addressed the importance of establishing long-term operational <br />standards that remain consistent through future administration transitions. <br />Chair Kierkiewicz referenced Communication 372.55, which included feedback from County <br />departments on the plan's operationalization and implementation. She added that the Finance <br />Department was expected to join the Planning Department at a future meeting to discuss fiscal and <br />implementation considerations. <br />Bill No. 66, Draft 2, was postponed to October 8, 2025. <br />Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development Special Meeting of October 8, 2025. <br />The Special Meeting of the Policy Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development <br />accepted public testimony and was recessed until its next scheduled meeting on October 27, 2025. <br />Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development Special Meeting of October 27, 2025. <br />Planning Director Jeffrey W. Darrow and Long -Range Planning Program Manager Bethany <br />Morrison were in Hilo Chambers to present the "Thriving, Diverse, and Regenerative Economy" <br />section. <br />Discussion focused on the plan's economic strategy centered on tourism and agriculture, the lack <br />of sector diversification, agritourism, land use policy, infrastructure concentration in urban areas, <br />and alignment between housing and economic development patterns. <br />Finance Director Diane Nakagawa and Deputy Finance Director Malia Kekai were in Hilo <br />Chambers to present on fiscal alignment, administrative feasibility, and implementation <br />considerations for the plan. <br />PCPLUED Report No. 10 <br />