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(1) Require that environmental impact statements include the disclosure of the effects of a proposed action on the cultural practices of the community and State; and (2) Amend the definition of "significant effect" to include adverse effects on cultural practices. The legislature went on to define an environmental impact statement through amendment of ITRS Section 343-2 to include "....effects of a proposed action on the economic (and) welfare, social welfare, and cultural practices on the community and State III. Recommendations Environmental Impact Statement -There are so many endangered flora and fauna in the state of I-Iawaii that it would always be wise to conduct an impartial environmental impact assessment on questionable land. Any land on a waterway or the ocean is suspect. With the hoary bat, birds, monk seals, sea turtles, and numerous plants being endangered it is very wise to be complete in this analysis. 'T'here are benchmarks on ocean water quality in the state. The state hydrologist may be able to assist those wanting to develop near the conservation district and shoreline. Cultural analysis should be done to determine the impact any development such as roadways, landscaping, and building might have on cultural artifacts and practices. There are organizations to help in determining the efficacy of building or working the land in anon-detrimental manner. Many of these will assist prospective property buyers free of charge. Quieting title and determining that the land is free of any problems would be conducted with an attorney. Our island has several property attorneys and there are others on Oahu. If one wishes to do part of this themselves, the bureau of Land Conveyances might be able to help. Ee mindful that there are public rights of way that exist on many ocean parcels of land. There are public access rights to the ocean and shoreline. There is also the ancient trail system. Qualified, impartial archeologists are capable of giving information on ancient trails and cultural artifacts. Se cautious to get an accurate analysis. If you are in doubt, contact the University of Ilawaii. Don't settle for what they want you to hear. Make certain that you have good data from all professionals.