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GRC-6 Page 2 Comm. 333/Res. 130-11 <br /> Mr. Yagong said that we need to try and work together over emotional issues such as this. Not <br /> sure of the proper approach at this time but the kuleana belongs with DLNR (Department of <br /> Land and Natural Resources) and Fisheries Council to set this up and bring people to together. <br /> The fact that neither supports a ban speaks loudly. He visited a collection process (land based) <br /> and while not an expert, he did not see fish under severe distress, weakness or death. Fish in a <br /> tank appeared same as in the ocean. There is no question that we as lawmakers have a <br /> responsibility to protect our resources and would like to hear from DLNR and Fisheries that <br /> there is a problem instead of un-based testimony or just because we don't like the activity. <br /> Ms. Ford cited Section A, definitions in her bill for an act that does not include aquatic life in <br /> captivity or farming activity. This should address Mr. Ikeda's concerns. The industry is self <br /> regulating in that they submit counts of their own collection. DLNR is no help. It is our <br /> kuleana, our reef, our fish. When DLNR comes and says we have a problem, it is too late. The <br /> reason Maui and Oahu collectors come here is because we aren't regulated. <br /> Ms. Smart would like to see the collection process to better understand this issue. Her <br /> constituents asked her to support this resolution or the bill and at State Legislature. She agrees <br /> with Mr. Yagong on this being a divisive issue and with the need to come together. The County <br /> needs management and oversight before there is a problem. <br /> Mr. Pilago offered that this type bill is routine in that we ask the Legislature to move items <br /> through. For example, TAT (Transit Accommodation Tax), e-waste, court house, and invasive <br /> species. He will vote for this but with concerns. It will not have support at HSAC nor the <br /> Legislature because it is a highly emotional topic. He prefers Ms. Ford submit a charter <br /> amendment and let the voters decide. <br /> Ms Ford believes the resolution should move forward to HSAC and the Legislature if for no <br /> other reason than to communicate that we have a problem. She knows that neither will accept it <br /> but wants to put it before them anyway. She will consider a charter amendment. <br /> For informational purposes Council Members Blas, Smart and Yoshimoto voted "kanalua" <br /> twice. <br /> Your Committee is in accord with the purpose and intent of Resolution No. 130-11 and <br /> recommends its adoption. <br /> sl <br /> AYES NOES A&E EX Respectfully submitted, <br /> BLAS X <br /> FORD X COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENTAL <br /> HOFFMANN X RELATIONS <br /> IKEDA X <br /> ONISHI X /'/ <br /> PILAGO X <br /> SMART x K. "GEL P LAGO, CHAIR <br /> YAGONG X GRC REPORT NO. 6 <br /> YOSHIMOTO X ADOPTED: OCT Q 5 2q11 <br />