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The Honorable J Yoshimoto, Chairman and Members of the County Council Page 9 A cultural historical study was done by Kumu Pono Associates in May 2003. There is an existing hill on the lower portion of the property referred to as Pu`u Honu. Since this prominent feature is part of the Hala`i Hill Complex, the development of the project shall avoid the destruction of this hill. No rare, threatened or endangered plant or animal species were present on the property. Possible adverse effect or impairment of valued resources: Since no rare, threatened or endangered plants or animal species were found on the property, there will be no adverse effect on the existing flora or fauna in the area. If the applicant follows the recommendations of the DLNR-SHPD, there should be minimal impact to archaeological and historic resources. Feasible actions to protect native Hawaiian rights: Conditions of approval will protect any significant archaeological sites found on the property during the course of development. Further, the applicant will also be required to preserve the existing Pu`u Honu on the property because of its cultural significance of being a vital part of the Hala`i Hill Complex. For your favorable consideration, an amendment to Section 25-8-33 (City of Hilo Zone Map), of the County Zoning Code is transmitted. The Commission also voted to recommend the approval of the request to repeal Change of Zone Ordinance No. 04 144 subject to the adoption of the Change of Zone for Project District (Wailani). Therefore, a proposed bill repealing Ordinance No. 04 144 is also enclosed for your favorable consideration.