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<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Honl's Beach Association <br /> P.O. Box 2891 <br /> Kamuele, HI 96743 <br /> (808) 885-8022 <br /> Fax: 887-1157 <br /> <br /> Hawaii County Council May 30, 1998 <br /> Aaron Chung <br /> Finance Committee <br /> 25 Aupuni Street RECEIVED a <br /> Hilo, HI 96720 lima-.__.-_--~-- sy-.-_-----_~. <br /> Re: Resolution No. 279-98 Data---- zlr_:.._-_.____ _ <br /> County Council''. F < <br /> <br /> Dear Mr. Chung: <br /> <br /> I am writing on behalf of the Honl's Beach Association to express our support of <br /> resolution no. 279-98 asking the mayor to acquire the shoreline property at <br /> Wai'aha Bay in Kailua-Kona. <br /> Kona is growing at an astounding rate and the need to preserve open spaces along Ali i <br /> drive and create more parks is essential in maintaining the unique character and charm <br /> of Kailua-Kona Village. With proper planning, the shoreline area between Kailua and <br /> Keauhou can remain attractive and accessible for years to come. At present, no beach <br /> parks or recreational facilities exist within the four-mile stretch between Kailua pier and <br /> Pahoehoe Park, a heavily pedestrian-trafficked section of town. <br /> The .68 acre shoreline parcel in question, which consists primarily of white sand beach, <br /> should not be ex lofted as a condominium development, but should be preserved as a <br /> public beach park. The acquisition of this property by the County would be of great <br /> benefit to residents and tourists alike. <br /> Resolution HSCR 857-98 adopted this year by the Hawaii State Legislature requests <br /> that the Department of Land and Natural Resources, the Coastal Zone Management <br /> Program and various other federal agencies plan and implement beach restoration and <br /> nourishment projects in Hawaii. <br /> The beach at Wai'aha has shown strong signs of accretion since the seawall built in the <br /> early 60's has been washed away by high waves over the last three to four years. This <br /> beach is a perfect candidate for a small-scale beach restoration project. If the County <br /> would acquire the property, the community could then start the restoration process at a <br /> minimal cost as we have commitments from various contractors and community groups <br /> to assist with such a project. <br /> Please support resolution no. 279-98. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> <br /> <br /> IL ~o v <br /> Michael L. Varney <br /> Chairperson Comm Ne. X62 2 <br /> <br /> IIle No. P LG <br /> Ref. To: Presenter. FG <br /> JUN 2 199!8 <br /> Rat. IAate <br />