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12/30/2004 14:27 FAX 3102761590 THREE D f~j 003/003 our family decided to acquire this property and it continues to be a guiding principle for our future investments there as well. We understand that the resort designation in the LUPAG does not provide an aplrcoval for any specific project as it would also require a State Land Use (SLU) boundary amendment and the adoption of a zoning ordinance by the Hawaii County Council. T:~e Planning Commission and the Planning Department would have the opportunity to review such applications to ensure that any project proposed here is properly plann~~ and developed before receiving any specific project approvals. As the owner of the Maui Lu Hotel, we understand what it takes to develop and operate such projects. Over the past yeah, our company has made numerous investments both in the State and in the County of Hawaii, including Waikoloa Highlands Shopping Center in South Kohala. We believe in the future of Hawaii County and believe we can play an important role in the future of the Ka'u District. We would appreciate the opportunity to share our vision for these lands, one that we believe is consistent with the other goals proposed in the General Plan, including the need for increased economic development, and greater public access to recreational opportunities, aloes-density development integrating preservation of the region's coastal and cultural resources. We also envision an increased potential for integrating the most recent developments in altema:ive energy generation, sustainable eco-tourism and aquaculture. We have made a substantial investment in this property and stand willing to make an even greater investment in the region, including strategic partnerships with the University of Hawai'I and the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawai'I Authority (NELHA). In light of the foregoing, the proposal to delete the current resort designation for this pazcel in the General Plan would send the wrong message to the investment community; one which suggests that the County of Hawaii does not support its investment in the development of real property on Use island of Hawaii. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed amendments to the draft General Plan and we appreciate your consideration in this matter. Sincerely, Joseph Daneshgar cc: Chris Yuen, Planning Director