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Home My WebLink AboutCOM 0369.000 2010-2012William P. Kenoi Mayor September 8, 2011 County of Hawai`i 25 Aupuni Street • Hilo, Hawai`i 96720 • (808) 961 -8211 • Fax (808) 961 -6553 KONA: 74 -5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway • Kailua -Kona, Hawai'i 96740 (808) 323 -4444 • Fax (808) 326 -5663 Honorable Dominic Yagong, Chairman and Members of the County Council County of Hawaii 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, HI 96720 Dear Chairman Yagong and Members: Initiator: Planning Director Amendment to Chapter 25, Article 8, Section 25 -8 -33 of the Hawai`i County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as amended) Relating to the City of Hilo Zone Map and Regarding the Relocation of Proposed 60 -Foot Wide Future Right -of -Way Between Akolea Road and Iwipolena Street to the North to Align With Haleloke Street in the Vicinity of Hilo Heights Subdivision, Punahoa 1st, South Hilo, Hawaii William T. Takaba Managing Director Wally Lau Deputy Managing Director Change of Zone Application (REZ 11- 000138) Applicant: Christopher & Latisha Venti Request: RS -10 to CV -10 Tax Map Key: 1 -5- 011:011 ✓ Initiator: Planning Director Amendments to the Puna Community Development Plan (Puna CDP) (1) Relating to Non - Substantive Language, Spelling, and Formatting of Certain Sections of the Puna CDP; and (2) Relating to Identification of Boundaries for Regional Town Centers, Community Village Centers & Neighborhood Village Centers As required by Chapter 4, Sec. 6- 4.3(C), Hawai`i County Charter, transmitted herewith for the County Council's consideration and action are the Windward Planning Commission's letters and enclosures regarding the above - referenced requests. William P. Kenoi Mayor Enclosures cc: Planning Department .<8.,\\s + O \ Hawai'i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Comm. No. 36,1 Ref. To: PG Ref. Date EE L-ZQ1 - County of Hawaii WINDWARD PLANNING COMMISSION Aupuni Center • 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 • Hilo, Hawai`i 96720 Phone (808) 961 -8288 • Fax (808) 961 -8742 ArStP 9 7011 The Honorable Dominic Yagong, Chairman and Members of the County Council County of Hawai`i 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, HI 96720 Dear Chairman Yagong and Council Members: Initiator: Planning Director Amendments to the Puna Community Development Plan (Puna CDP) (1) Relating to Non - Substantive Language, Spelling, and Formatting of Certain Sections of the Puna CDP; and (2) Relating to Identification of Boundaries for Regional Town Centers, Community Village Centers & Neighborhood Village Centers The Windward Planning Commission, at its duly held public hearing on August 4, 2011, considered the Planning Director's request for amendments to the Puna Community Development Plan (Puna CDP) relating to non - substantive language, spelling, and formatting of certain sections of the Puna CDP and the identification of boundaries for regional town centers, community village centers and neighborhood village centers. The Commission voted to forward a favorable recommendation to the County Council on this request. The draft bills are attached for your favorable consideration. We have also enclosed a copy of the Planning Director's letter dated May 27, 2011, to the Windward Planning Commission, as well as a transcript of the hearing for your information. Zendo Kern, Chairman Windward Planning Commission Lpdin itiatedamendPunaC DP Enclosures cc: Amy Self, Esq. Hawai `i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer William P. Kenoi Mayor May 27, 2011 County of Hawaii PLANNING DEPARTMENT A'upuni Center • 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 • Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Phone (808) 961 -8288 • Fax (808) 961 -8742 Mr. Zendo Kern, Chairman • Windward Planning Commission 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, Hawai`i 96720 Dear Chairman Kern and Commissioners: Subject: Proposed Amendments to the Puna CDP Planning Director's Recommendations BJ Leithead Todd Director Margaret K. Masunaga Deputy Background Bill 194 was introduced by the County Council to initiate amendments to the Puna Community Development Plan ( "CDP ") and was adopted by Ordinance No. 10 -104 by the County Council in September 2010. At the time Bill 194 was being considered, the Puna CDP Action Committee (PCDP AC) recommended several additional amendments, some of which 1 agreed with. Noted in my May 11, 2010 recommendation letter to the Windward Planning Commission, these amendments would be introduced after Bill 194 had either been adopted or rejected. Of the six (6) additional amendments recommended by the PCDP AC, five (5) were substantive amendments that could not be considered within the context of Bill 194. The sixth amendment recommended by the PCDP AC proposed some additional non - substantive formatting and clerical amendments to those included in Bill 194. These additional formatting and clerical amendments were not adopted by the County Council due to some confusion with respect to the non - substantive amendments provided in Bill 194. The Windward Planning Commission voted on a motion to send a favorable recommendation on Bill 194 to the County Council at its June 4, 2010 public hearing, ATTACH: C -369 B -101 & 102 HawaCi County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Mr. Zendo Kern, Chairman Windward Planning Commission May 27, 2011 Page 2 with two votes in favor and two votes against. By Rule 2 -28.1 (Community Development Plan), Hawaii County Code, the Windward Planning Commission's non- action constituted an unfavorable recommendation on the Bill 194. However, Bill 194 was passed by a 7 -2 vote of the Hawai`i County Council and signed into law by Mayor Kenoi on November 4, 2010. Subsequent to the adoption of Ordinance No. 10 -104 (Bill 194), the Planning Director initiated four (4) of the six (6) additional amendments recommended by the PCDP AC, which were considered by the Windward Planning Commission at its February 3, 2011 meeting. The Commission issued a favorable recommendation for three (3) of those amendments following the withdrawal of the fourth proposed amendment due to overwhelming public testimony in opposition. On May 17, 2011, the Hawaii County Council approved the initial three (3) additional amendments to the Puna CDP initiated by the Planning Director and recommended by the Puna CDP Action Committee. Now that those initial three (3) additional amendments have been adopted, these final two (2) additional amendments recommended by the PCDP AC can be introduced for consideration and recommendation by the Windward Planning Commission and action by the Hawaii County Council. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS ON ADDITIONAL AMENDMENTS RECOMMENDED BY THE PUNA CDP ACTION COMMITTEE By letter dated April 16, 2010, the Director received the recommendations of the PCDP AC. Of the six additional amendments recommended by the PCDP AC that I agreed to introduce for adoption, the remaining two include one (1) substantive amendment and one (1) non - substantive amendment containing formatting, spelling and grammar changes, which are being presented by this petition as follows: 1. Amendment proposed by PCDP AC by adding the word "Preliminary" to the boundary title in the map legends for the Regional Town Centers, Community Village Centers and Neighborhood Village Centers in Figures 5 -1 through 5 -11 inclusive. The legends in the original version of these maps as adopted in November 2008 included the word "Preliminary" in the description of each village center Mr. Zendo Kern, Chairman Windward Planning Commission May 27, 2011 Page 3 boundary. However, the amendments contained in Bill 194 included the removal of the word "Preliminary" from the village center boundary symbol's description. This incorrectly suggests that the boundaries shown on the maps in Figures 5 -1 through 5 -11 are fixed. While this interpretation is clearly incorrect and inconsistent with the language in Sec. 5.2.2 Criteria for Proposed Locations and Boundaries to wit: "The maps toward the end of this chapter indicate the suggested locations for the village centers in greater detail, based on the following criteria:... " and "The maps shown in this chapter are not meant to be precise or strictly interpreted, but rather as guidelines in the preparation of rezoning requests for areas within or adjacent to regional town centers, community village centers, or neighborhood village centers." (Emphasis added) The Planning Director agrees with the proposed amendment labeled Exhibit 1 attached hereto. 2. Amendment proposed by PCDP AC to amend the language in several areas of the CDP, correct spelling errors throughout the CDP and to alter the formatting in certain locations of the CDP. All of the proposed language changes consist of the simple rephrasing the existing language to provide greater clarity or adding language for the same purpose that does not alter the meaning, force or intent of the original language. In one instance (Sec. 4.2.2e of the PCDP) the entire Item e is being deleted since it repeats Sec. 4.2.3b.3). (See Section 11 of Exhibit 2) Review by staff support for the Puna CDP discovered numerous additional spelling and punctuation errors in both the originally adopted version of the Puna CDP and the Bill 194 amending version. Most of these errors appear to have been typographical in nature or having to do with the correct spelling of Hawaiian words and names. The extensive use of bullets in the Puna CDP makes accurate referencing to specific goals, objectives and actions articulated in the CDP difficult. Therefore, Mr. Zendo Kern, Chairman Windward Planning Commission May 27, 2011 Page 4 those areas where individual goals, objectives and actions were listed as generic style bullet items are converted to specific bullet notation, both in the body of the CDP and within the Implementation Table. Also, the bullet listings within the body of the text and corresponding Implementation Table were adjusted so as to be consistent with bullet notations. The Planning Director agrees with the proposed amendment labeled Exhibit 2 attached hereto. Sincerely, BJ LEITHEAD TODD Planning Director LB:cs P:\wpwin6ONCDP\PUNA CDP\Action Committee\Amendments\PD Recommendations\BJ letter to PC re AC Amendments -2_doc Attachments: Exhibits 1 and 2 COUNTY OF HAWAII STATE OF HAWAII BILL NO. ORDINANCE NO. EXHIBIT 1 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PUNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN, AS ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 08-116 AND AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10- 104, RELATING TO FIGURES 5 -1 THROUGH 5 -11. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII: SECTION 1. Chapter 5, section 5.2 (Village/Town Center Formation), subsection 5.2.3 (Use and Design Standards), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by adding the word "Preliminary" to the boundary title for the Regional Town Centers, Community Village Centers and Neighborhood Village Centers in the map legends in Figures 5- 1 through 5 -11 as shown in Exhibits A through K attached hereto. SECTION 2. Material to be repealed is bracketed and stricken. Material to be added is underscored. In re- printing this ordinance or the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), the brackets, bracketed and stricken material, and underscoring need not be included. SECTION 3. Severability. If any provision of this ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity does not affect other provisions or applications of the ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are to be severable. SECTION 4. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval. INTRODUCED BY: COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAII , Hawai`i Date of Introduction: Date of 1st Reading: Date of 2nd Reading: Effective Date: EXHIBIT A Amending Chapter 5, Section 5.2.3, Figure 5 -1 by changing the boundary title in the map legend to "Preliminary Keaau Regional Town Center Boundary." Figure 5 -1: Kea'au Regional Town Center Preliminary :if Keaau Regional . • Town Center ti...r Boundary o Ccanmunity Facilities Sl.11 Urban F iyrina Zaniag Commercial Zone Residential Zone MN industrial Zone U Agricultural Zane - Open Zone EXHIBIT B Amending Chapter 5, Section 5.2.3, Figure 5 -2 by changing the boundary title in the map legend to "Preliminary Pahoa Regional Town Center Boundary." Figure 5 -2: Pithoa Regional Town Center IRegional U5es 0 2 It C5 Stu Urban Bsiating Zoning Commercial Zone I-71 Residential Zone 0 Agricultural Zone ti�� • Preliminary Pahoa Regional Town Center • Community Facilities EXHIBTI' C b aa> oci cd. + cu E a, U b bk Z eel Y n cgs al el a, T.. U w y OA U o an z E4 .c b C U (_., •p ez M p i to a . L 4-4 Ct . V 774 it pi O t-- 0 a 1 a :: en en � x 1> • c M en Ln U s✓ a.) d 2 :1 •�. •: iy: ,. !Ti '1S; .... �' T..•..,,• y°' : • E + = "‘;E:1 ?' 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Figure 5 -4: Volcano Community Village Center t. set i IIt J 11�.-= • • • ._ i...----.7 1111 a s It -,a,._ aew &!l !ad (Ma�naG,noa Ifni) -" . Preliminary Volcano Community • : Village Center Boundary o Community Facility Q SLU Urban Existing Zoning Q Agricultural/Open Zone Cnmmercinl 7nne ( l Residential Zone EXHIBIT E Amending Chapter 5, Section 5.2.3, Figure 5 -5 by changing the boundary title in the map legend to "Preliminary Mountain View Community Village Center Boundary." Figure 5 -5: Mountain View Community Village Center Mountain View Community. VC i4 Prelimnant :« taitl{i10W s 0121 i....r Community Village Center Boon:l y Q FLU Urban Existina Zanies - Commercial Zone MI Industrial Zone ri Residential Zone al Open Zone Agricultural Zone EXHIBIT F Amending Chapter 5, Section 5.2.3, Figure 5 -6 by changing the boundary title in the map legend to "Preliminary Kurtistown Community Village Center Boundary." Figure 5 -6: Kurtistown Community Village Center Kurtistown Community VC V, Preliminary Kurtistown .... Community S.....Village Center Boundary Q SLU Urban Existing Zambia Commercial Zone Q Residential Zone Open Zone {i Agricultural Zone EXHIBIT G Amending Chapter 5, Section 5.2.3, Figure 5 -7 by changing the boundary title in the map legend to "Preliminary Maku`u Community Village Center Boundary." Figure 5 -7: Maku`u Community Village Center Prelimitary `---- Maku'u Community L...t Village Center Boundary Existing Zoning F-1 Agriculture Zone EXHIBIT H Amending Chapter 5, Section 5.2.3, Figure 5 -8 by changing the boundary title in the map legend to "Preliminary Ainaloa Neighborhood Village Center Boundary." Figure 5 -8: `Ainaloa Neighborhood Village Center Ainaloa Neighborhood VC Preliminary Ainaloa Neighborhood Village Center :Boundary Nom, Nm Propsed Pedestrian! Bikeway Easmeni Existing Zoning - Open Zone n Agricultural Zone EXHIBIT I Amending Chapter 5, Section 5.2.3, Figure 5 -9 by changing the boundary title in the map legend to "Preliminary Hawaiian Beaches Neighborhood Village Center Boundary." Figure 5 -9: Hawaiian Beaches Neighborhood Village Center I lawaiian peaches Neighborhood VC i •. *U• a h 0. 230 5:0 i Pow 1200 Prelimina HawaiianBeaches Nei gtborhoo d Village Center :....1$ • Community Facilities SLU Ut trau F. L+tfmg Zoning Agricultural Zone l EXHIBIT J Amending Chapter 5, Section 5.2.3, Figure 5 -10 by changing the boundary title in the map legend to "Preliminary Orchidland Neighborhood Village Center Boundary." Figure 5 -10: Orchidland Neighborhood Village Center Orchidland Neighborhood VC r I • • • r TIM Preliminary Orchidland g• ••Neighborhood • «Village Center Existing Zoning flat F-1 Agricultural Zone EXHIBIT K Amending Chapter 5, Section 5.2.3, Figure 5 -11 by changing the boundary title in the map legend to "Preliminary Nanawale Neighborhood Village Center Boundary." Figure 5 -11: Nanawale Neighborhood Village Center Prelimina Nanawale Neighborhood ` •Vill age Center Boundary Existing Zoning F-1 Residential Zone MI Open Zone Agriculture Zone COUNTY OF HAWAI'I ORDINANCE NO. STATE OF HAWAII BILL NO. EXHIBIT 2 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PUNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN, AS ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 08-116 AND AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10- 104, RELATING TO FORMATTING AND CLERICAL REVISIONS. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII: SECTION 1. Chapter 2, section 2.1 (Historical, Cultural, and Scenic Resources), subsection 2.1.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraph (a) to read as follows: "a. Propose Special Design Districts with detailed planning, design standards and review procedures for the following areas: [ -] 1) Volcano Village historic core and the separate Biosphere Reserve Buffer Zone (see Section [tea]_ 2.2.3a); [ -] 2) Pahoa Town; [ -] j Kea'au Town; and [ -] 4) Kurtistown -to- Mountain View corridor: Refer to Chapter S for implementation guidelines related to this action." SECTION 2. Chapter 2, section 2.2 (Native Forests and Geological Features), subsection 2.2.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraph (a) to read as follows: "a. Enact a BRBZ, either separately or as an overlay district for the Volcano area, to include proposing the following provisions and other supporting measures: [ -] 11 Standards for maximum land disturbance within the BRBZ; [ -] 2) A system to monitor the `Ohi`a forest canopy [with] within the BRBZ; [ -13) A set of economic incentives designed to reduce forest clearance and the number of developable lots within the BRBZ; [-1 4) Mitigation standards and procedures that provide guidelines for the restoration and re- planting of disturbed areas; [ -] 5.1 A study to mitigate localized flooding in ecologically friendly ways, such as using vacant, forested lots to absorb floodwaters (see also Action c. in Section 2.3.3); [ -] ) Use of "small- footprint" septic tanks to reduce lot grading; [ -] 7.1 An expert advisory committee to assist in developing standards, project reviews and public education programs related to the BRBZ; [-1n Designation of unencumbered State -owned lands near Wright Road for either Natural Area Reserve or Forest Reserve status; [ -] 9) Amendment to the General Plan to recognize the purpose and intent of the BRBZ and designation of State -owned lands in the BRBZ to "Open "; [ -) n)Prohibition of `Ohana Dwelling Units within the BRBZ; and [-1 11)Within the Volcano area, propose re- zoning agricultural- and residential -zoned lots to an appropriate designation to prevent further subdivision. Refer to Chapter S for implementation guidelines related to this action." SECTION 3. Chapter 2, section 2.2 (Native Forests and Geological Features), subsection 2.2.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraph (c) to read as follows: "c. Propose to establish an Office of County Ecologist within the Planning Department to administer the new regulatory provisions and foster partnerships to provide public education and technical support for forest conservation, such as: [ -] ) Assisting other County agencies such as Department of Public Works and Department of Parks and Recreation in their programs and facility planning and maintenance as they relate to native species habitat preservation; [ -] 2) Engaging in collaborative relationships with Federal and State agencies, educational institutions and non -profit organizations that conduct research or administer programs for the protection of native species habitat and the abatement of invasive species; and [ -] ) Launching and sustaining a public education and outreach program to enlist community support and involvement in forest protection and to raise awareness of invasive species and practices that threaten the native forest." SECTION 4. Chapter 2, section 2.3 (Aquifers, Coastal Waters and Stormwater), subsection 2.3.1 (Goals), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraph (b) to read as follows: "b. [ ] Maintain and increase [thei*] the quality[ -] of coastal waters." SECTION 5. Chapter 3, section 3.1 (Land Use Pattern), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending the 6th sentence in the lst paragraph to read as follows: "Community village center are projected for Volcano, Mountain View, Kurtistown, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Maku`u, and 'Ainaloa." 2 SECTION 6. Chapter 3, section 3.1 (Land Use Pattern), subsection 3.1.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraphs (a) through (d) to read as follows: "a. Provide County support for land use entitlements and land assembly for village center formation and voluntary land pooling projects by: [ -] n [ -j [-1 [ -14) Initiating a special use permit request or petition for a land use district boundary amendment for uses that would require such designations under State law; Seeking an amendment to the State Land Use Law (Chapter 205, Hawai`i Revised Statutes) that would enable the adoption of special "rural town/village" standards for locations meeting certain criteria in the State Agriculture District or State Rural District, subject to a review and approval process that is simpler than the present method of boundary amendment; Seeking State enabling legislation to allow County retention of lots that are in foreclosure for delinquent real property tax payments rather than having them auctioned for sale to the highest bidder, so that they can be used for relocation purposes when other properties are acquired for future rights -of -way, public facilities, land assembly related to village /town center development, or other objectives of the community development plan; and Extending technical assistance and advice to a community -based land pooling association concerning legal and financial aspects of land pooling as they relate to County or State legal requirements and tax policies. b. Establish the following general classifications and locations for village and town centers in Puna: Kea'au, Pahoa, and Hawaiian Paradise Park shall serve as Regional Town Centers to provide a wide range of services for the Puna district; [ -1) Community Village Centers shall provide a more limited range of services in smaller existing urban settlements and in large subdivisions that are experiencing the greatest rates of build -out; namely, at 'Ainaloa, Kurtistown, Maku`u Homesteads, Mountain View, two or more locations in Hawaiian Paradise Park, and at Volcano; and [1.1) Neighborhood Village Centers shall be the smallest in scale and located in underserved remote communities and in subdivisions with relatively small lot sizes and significant rates of population growth. Refer to Chapter S for more detailed implementation guidelines on this proposed action. c. Facilitate land use entitlements and other tools for the development of existing and future village /town centers and special design districts by: [-1 1) Recommending approval of applications for commercial zoning or use permits for existing commercial uses in designated village /town centers that do not presently have appropriate entitlements, and for proposed uses at appropriate nearby locations, provided that the size and use of the expansion area conforms to the criteria applicable to the type of village /town center at that location; and 3 [ -] 2.) Recommending denial of applications for zone changes for commercial or light industrial use on sites that are not within designated village/town centers. Refer to Chapter 5 for more detailed implementation guidelines on this proposed action. d. Facilitate land use entitlements and financing for the development of new village /town centers by: [ -] >i [-] Creating a regional town center plan for each village /town area as prescribed in Section 5.2.1; and Providing loan guarantees or making grants to community associations or partnerships for the development of necessary infrastructure for the village/town center. Refer to Chapter S for more detailed implementation guidelines on this proposed action." SECTION 6. Chapter 3, section 3.3 (Social Services and Housing), subsection 3.3.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraph (i) to read as follows: "i. Urge the State to increase local control over public schools in Puna by measures such as: [ -] l) Changing the structure of school boards to provide greater local representation and decision - making; [ -] 2) Changing Department of Education (DOE) policy to allow smaller schools at more dispersed locations; and/or [ -] Removing the cap on the formation of new charter schools. See, also, Section 3.5, Action c, calling for community access to school facilities." SECTION 7. Chapter 3, section 3.5 (Parks and Recreation), subsection 3.5.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraphs (b) through (e) to read as follows: "b. Improve and expand Coastal Activity Areas as follows: [-1 4) At Ahalanui Beach Park: (1) accessibility improvements; (2) screened changing area next to showers designed to blend with natural surroundings; (3) repairs to parking lot surface; and (4) added picnic tables. Consider hand - developed modifications to the tidepools east of Pohoiki Bay beyond the area known as "Shacks" for use as "keiki pools ", but retain traditional fish - netting use. Pursue development of a camp ground and /or ocean recreation park with potential boat launch ramp and marina facilities on State —owned accreted land at Cape Kumukahi, provided that Hawaiian burial sites are adequately protected and respected. Consider acquisition and development of Honolulu Landing, Kapoho Crater (Green Lake) and Sand Hill. 4 [-15.) Develop support facilities for the use of the State -owned park at Kehena Beach. [ -] 6) Encourage the development of a hiking and coastal trail and camp system to provide for pedestrian recreational opportunities. c. Improve and expand Community Parks as follows: HD Develop new Community Parks in: [j] C -]) [ -] Hawaiian Acres subdivision at three sites to be determined later through a community involvement process; The North Kulani Road area, between Ihope and Huina Roads; Glenwood, on makai side of South Glenwood Road; Nana-wale Estates subdivision; Leilani Estates subdivision; Orchidland Estates subdivision; and The mauka portion of Hawaiian Beaches subdivision. Pahoa Regional Park: (1) Convert the existing fire station into a one -stop community center providing, but not limited to, a senior center with certified kitchen for congregate meals program and activities /dining room, Iinkages, support and advocacy for affordable housing, employment, home bound access, child care, teen pregnancy, substance abuse and domestic violence intervention; (2) Repair pump and provide solar heating system and heat- retaining cover for swimming pool; (3) Provide art center and covered performance stage; (4) Provide children's museum and playground; (5) Develop skateboard park; (6) Provide sheltered picnic areas; (7) Build loop access road to lessen traffic on Pahoa main street; and (8) Provide lighted parking areas and walking paths linked to Pahoa village center. Shipman (Kea'au) Regional Park: (1) [Interior] Add interior fencing and [fe- affenging] rearrange the parking layout to reduce safety hazard to children chasing balls; (2) [More] Provide more shade, seating, and picnic tables for attendees at games and events; (3) [loge] Add a large pavilion for team and family activities; (4) [Additional] Develop additional fields for football and baseball; [and -] (5) [Additional] Provide additional lighting and restrooms[-]; and (6) Develop a new gym at Shipman Regional Park or acquire the National Guard Armory for this use Develop a new District Park on a 20 -acre parcel owned by Hawaiian Paradise Park Owners' Association at 16th Avenue and Maku`u Drive. Improvements would include a swimming pool, a gym, field complex and community center. Develop recreational programs to complement use of Cooper Center and Volcano Community Park in partnership with the Volcano Community Association. Provide accessibility, playground and other improvements at Mountain View Community Park and A. J. Watt Gym. Expand hours of operation and night lighting for some outdoor activities at regional and larger community parks to serve working adults and young retirees. 5 [ -] Develop a new senior center in Mountain View with a certified kitchen for a congregate meals program, room for activities and dining, restrooms, and van vehicle and staff. [ -] 9) Provide in each village center a recreational park and village green that is scaled and designed to fit the needs of the community that the village center serves. [ -] 10) To supplement Community Parks, make recreation facilities and meeting rooms at public schools available for community use after school hours, whether through direct requests from a community representative to a school principal or a formal standing agreement between the County and the Department of Education. [ -] Create small parks as part of right -of -way acquisition for new connecting road segments between subdivisions (see Section 4.3). This may consist of lot remnants that are not needed for the right -of -way. d. Create and improve Linear Parks as follows: [ -] f, When acquiring rights -of -way for constructing new roadways or improving existing major roadways, make provisions for parallel multi -use recreational trails with appropriate landscaped buffers on either side and provide connections to other such existing or planned trails, to the extent possible. [ -] 2) Complete development of Old Volcano Trail as a pedestrian and bicycle pathway. [ -] 1) Acquire the former railroad right -of -way from Kapoho through Hawaiian Paradise Park and develop it for hiking, bicycling and horse -back riding. [ -] 4) Plan for the acquisition and development of the former railroad right -of -way from Hawaiian Paradise Park to Railroad Avenue in Hilo for bicycle, pedestrian and horse -back riding, provided that measures are taken to protect agricultural uses of adjoining lands. [ -] ) Plan for public access along Old Government Road (coastal trail) as a bicycle and hiking trail with a natural and cultural resource interpretive program. e. Create and improve Preserves as follows: [ -] 1) [ -] [ -] [ -] For designated preserves, assess the appropriate level of site visitor usage and implement self-guided or steward -led interpretative tours through the site. Improve conditions at Wai`opae Tidepools and the Marine Conservation District by: (1) Offering tax credits to nearby private landowners as incentive to convert existing cesspools, where they exist, to septic tanks with a pump -out system; (2) Providing public sanitary facilities, including a toilet and trash receptacle; (3) Providing off- street parking that does not encroach into private lands; and (4) Providing permanent public access. Consider acquiring Kapoho Crater (Green Lake) and adjacent land for native plant/habitat restoration and a nature center with activities and interpretive programs for school -aged students and the general public. Consider hiking trails through Nanawale Forest Reserve, provided that areas with intact native forest are adequately protected. Pursue development of a passive cultural resources and ethno- botanical park in Hawaiian Paradise Park, to include the rock wall, native and introduced plants and exceptional trees." 6 SECTION 8. Chapter 3, section 3.6 (Energy Sustainability), subsection 3.6.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraph (f) to read as follows: "f. Apply the Public Utilities Commission Public Benefits Fund [te] as incentives to homeowners and landlords to retrofit dwellings for alternative energy devices and systems, using a sliding scale to provide greater subsidies to low - income households. The County may augment this with matching grants and low- interest loans." SECTION 9. Chapter 3, section 3.6 (Energy Sustainability), subsection 3.6.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraph (i) to read as follows: "i. Pursue the development of new renewable energy sources such as Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC), wave - energy generation and solar energy capture as the technology advances to make an investment in such a demonstration and production facility in Puna feasible. [ -] To facilitate this, pursue an ocean energy subzone or enterprise zone designation for a section of coastal land in Puna, preferably on State land, in order to encourage research and production of ocean-based alternative energy systems and facilities. In addition to energy generation, cold water aquaculture and agricultural processing should be encouraged and accommodated, including refrigerated warehouse and processing facilities, hot -water treatment of agricultural products, and agricultural product washing and packing facilities." SECTION 10. Chapter 4, section 4.2 (Mass Transit), subsection 4.2.2 (Objectives), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraph (c) to read as follows: "c. Provide park-and:ride lots at key regional sites to promote commuter ridership." SECTION 11. Chapter 4, section 4.2 (Mass Transit), subsection 4.2.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraphs (b) through (1) to read as follows: "b. Improve transit service operations by: [ -] 11 Increasing transit service to a minimum of two additional runs during peak hours; [ -] ) Establishing demand responsive transit in subdivisions; 7 [ -] 3) Providing commuter express bus service from Pahoa to Hilo and Volcano to Hilo[i] with local bus or paratransit services to feed selected stops in order to provide service to a broader area and [ -] 4) Establishing 'a hub - and -spoke transit system, in which transit circulators are teamed with trunk routes on major highways. c. Develop transit hubs at the following locations: [-] [ -] [ -] 4) Mountain View or South Kulani (Secondary Hub). d. Provide park -and -ride lots at the transit hubs and within Hawaiian Paradise Park at one or two of the proposed village/town center sites, where the community -owned parcel could serve as a parking lot for commuters, as well as a location for farmers' markets. Kea'au (Primary Hub): In -town location near commercial centers or on State lands adjacent to the soccer fields; second site could include a new Mass Transit Agency (MTA) baseyard and headquarters; Pahoa (Secondary Hub): On County -owned sites, either adjacent to Pahoa Community Center or on Highway 130 near Kahakai Boulevard where the new fire and police stations are planned; Volcano (Secondary Hub): Either at Cooper Center or on other available land; and bus: f-] e. Develop a cooperative program with the Department of Education and private schools to provide student passes for the Hele -On Bus. [g] f. Launch a public education campaign promoting transit services, tailoring them to target populations such as youth, commuters, and the elderly. [h] g. Cultivate public /private partnerships, such as employer- sponsored bus passes. [1] h. Expand the staff of the Mass Transit Agency to provide greater support for public relations, route planning and coordination, technical operations and fleet management. (] i. Investigate other incentives to increase ridership, such as continuance of free fare program, convenient bus ticketing systems, reduced monthly rates for residents and special needs populations, adding airport and post office service and tourist passes. [k] j. Work with Hawaii Department of Transportation (DOT) in creating safe pedestrian conditions for using mass transit. [1] k. Expand Hele -On transit service to include regular service to both the Hilo and Keahole International Airports from all existing and future service routes. SECTION 12. Chapter 4, section 4.3 (Roadway Network), subsection 4.3.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended to read as follows: "4.3.3 Actions a. Short Term (2008 -2012) 8 Plan and design the PMAR alignment through an environmental impact statement process that meets Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) standards and therefore qualifies the project for FHWA funding; Require building setbacks within HPP lots along the designated PMAR alignment, as necessary, to reserve the potential for a future PMAR extension through the remainder of HPP; Establish emergency routes, using mostly existing road beds; Include pedestrian and bicycling requirements in all projects; and Create connectivity alignments between the following subdivisions: Hawaiian Acres and Fern Acres, Fem Acres and Kopua Farm Lots, Eden Rock and Fern Forest, Orchidland and Hawaiian Acres, Nanawale and Hawaiian [Beaehesi]Shores, Hawaiian Beaches and HPP, Kea'au Agricultural Lots and a site adjacent to Kea`au Elementary School, `Ohi`a Estates and Royal Hawaiian Estates. These inter- subdivision roads should be staggered, low- impact, and multi -modal. The general locations are indicated as ovals in Figure 4 -1. b. Medium Term ([2012] 2013 -2017) [-] [-] 4) Construct a two -lane PMAR roadway that connects Kaloli Drive between approximately 16th Avenue and 10th Avenue in HPP to either Highway 11 or Highway 130 in the vicinity of Kea`au; Construct a two -lane, unpaved, gated emergency access roadway between Kahakai Boulevard to HPP which can later be converted into a future extension of PMAR; Construct a two -lane roadway between Nanawale and Kahakai Boulevard that can be used as both an emergency access route and a future extension of PMAR; and Study the need, desirability and feasibility of adding an alternative route between Pahoa and Highway 11 and between Highway 11 and Stainback Highway in the stretch between Glenwood and Kurtistown, as generally depicted on Figure 4 -1. c. Long Term ([2017] 2018 -2030) [ -] Construct Phase II segments of PMAR, as generally depicted in Figure 4 -1; Acquire additional right -of -way via land pooling, exchanges, and other means to extend PMAR through Hawaiian Paradise Park; and If increased traffic demand indicates, construct the PMAR extension through the remainder of HPP, as depicted generally in Figure 4.1, and convert the emergency access route from Kahakai [Drive] Boulevard to HPP as a PMAR extension by removing the gate and paving the surface." SECTION 13. Chapter 4, section 4.4 (Highways), subsection 4.4.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended to read as follows: "4.4.3 Actions All of the following are recommendations to DOT. a. Short Term (2008- 2012): 9 [ -]a) Make interim intersection improvements on Highways 11 and 130; Reduce speed limit on Highway 130 to 45 mph between the Kea'au bypass and `Ainaloa Boulevard; Conduct a study to determine the most efficacious way to create greater highway safety for alI travel modes, including .a cost benefit analysis for each studied method, and consideration of a wide range of traffic calming features (including roundabouts), highway widening, the use of frontage roads, and various types of intersection controls; and Implement the Shoulder Lane conversion project between the Kea'au Bypass and Shower Drive/Pohaku Drive as a reversible lane to accommodate AM and PM peak periods. b. Medium Term ([2012] 2013 -2017) Increase capacity on Highway 130 between the Kea'au Bypass road and `Ainaloa Boulevard, utilizing the results of the study of highway safety alternatives described above; Construct [an exit] a right exit lane on Highway 11 below Kea'au Agricultural Lots to Kea'au Village using the existing Old Volcano Road right -of -way; and Create a right hand turn lane from Highway 132 onto Highway 130." SECTION 14. Chapter 4, section 4.5 (Non- Motorized Travel and Scenic .Byways), subsection 4.5.3 (Actions), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended by amending paragraphs (e) and (f) to read as follows: "e. Complete surveys, acquisition of right -of -way, maintenance agreements, planning and design, and construction for multi- purpose trails, including: [ -1 fl Old Volcano Trail, extending between points near Volcano and the Puna Railroad Bikeway; [ -] 2) Railroad Avenue (portions of which are known as Railroad Right -of -Way), extending between points near Kapoho and Pana`ewa; [ -] 3) Old Puna Trail (portions of which are known as Old Government Road or Beach Road), extending between points near Kapoho and Hilo; and [ -] 4) All coastal trails. Trails may also be used as emergency access routes, where appropriate. f. Improve Highway 137 (Red Road) as a scenic corridor' by: [ -] I) Requiring a 15 -foot easement along the frontage of private properties along the corridor within which native and mature trees of non - invasive species must be retained, unless they are in poor health due to natural conditions, not due to malicious acts, and/or pose a threat to public health and safety; [ -12) Preserving Mango, Kamani, and Monkeypod groves and tree tunnels; HI) Providing property tax relief to owners who maintain the easement in the manner intended and State tax credits to those who replant easements with non - invasive plant material approved by the County; 10 [ -] 4) Adding interpretive markers and small visitor parking areas at historical sites, such as the two Kehena sites listed in the General Plan; [ -] ) Providing pullouts along the highway at intervals so that travelers can stop to enjoy the scenery without conflict with traffic in travel lanes; [ -] ) Delineating and maintaining physical access to the shoreline at appropriate locations on the makai side of the road; [ -] 7) Minimizing tree pruning by using special, shielded cable for overhead utility lines or by undergrounding sections of the line; [ -] 8) Minimizing excessive lighting by limiting street lights to major intersections and informing residents along the corridor about how to reduce illumination of driveways; [ -] 9) Develop at least one scenic turnout near Kehena Beach that includes restroom facilities and an emergency phone; [ -] 10) Creating a simple walking trail on the Lava and new parking area with restrooms on the State owned accretion land at the new Kaimu Beach; [ -] 11) Posting warning signs, where appropriate, in newly realigned sections; and [ -] 12) Covering old section of road with cinder soil to allow Naupaka to reclaim the land." SECTION 15. Chapter 5, section 5.3 (Implementation Table), of the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), is amended to read as follows: "5.3 IMPLEMENTATION TABLE The Implementation Table on the following pages identifies, for each of the proposed actions in the Puna Community Development Plan, the organization(s) responsible for taking the lead or supporting role for implementation, the projected timeframe for implementation, and the estimated cost, in 2007 dollars, of implementing the action, if it is a major capital improvement project. In some cases, the cost could not be determined until further planning work and feasibility study has been completed to better define the scope of the project. Those instances are noted by "TBD" (to be determined). A key to the organizations referenced in the table is below. Where organizations are co- equal partners in a role, they are separated by a comma. Where one has relatively greater responsibility or authority, they are separated by a diagonal line. Key to Acronyms in Implementation Table BD County of Hawai `i Department of Public Works - Building [Departiviefit] Division CA Community Association (or subdivision homeowners' association) CC County of Hawai `i Corporation Counsel COU County ofHawai`i Council DBEDT State of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism DHHL State of Hawaii Department of Hawaiian Home Lands DHS Department of Human Services DLNR State of Hawai`i Department of Land and Natural Resources DOE State of Hawaii Department of Education DOH State of Hawai `i Department of Health DOT State of Hawaii Department of Transportation 11 DPW County of Hawaii Department of Public Works DWS County of Hawaii Department of Water Supply EMPL Employers (referring to large institutions) FED Federal agencies (various, depending on function) FIN County of Hawaii Department of Finance HCC Hawai`i Community College HELCO Hawaii Electric Light Company HFD County of Hawaii Fire Department HFDC Hawaii Housing Finance & Development Corporation HPD County of Hawaii Police Department DEM County of Hawaii Department of Environmental Management DPR County of Hawaii Department of Parks and Recreation LEG Hawai`i State Legislature MTA County of Hawaii Mass Transit Agency NGO Non - governmental organization (non- profit community association, etc.) OHCD County of Hawaii Office of Housing & Community Development PD County of Hawaii Planning Department PUC State of Hawaii Public Utilities Commission R &D County of Hawaii Department of Research and Development UH University of Hawaii at Hilo When implementing the actions listed in the following table, the Working Group and Working Paper report that addresses the relevant topic(s) shall be considered as a reference to provide greater specificity on the location, description and intention of the proposed action. section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost �t or � Lead Supporting, t n $ 12 2008-12 1 17 20 3 f 2018 3 0 $1,000 (2007) Ha ;M � ,. ° �{ 47' • �' l•S`j,f, �ysCY' . < f - -. �. I�.l'i. { . .iNK ;. rf:: r.-° t. #n ... '[Fj y. p �i. {� Ina R ei1:!: :it. P .:"^ 'Y3 t4 ::.. 'Y ^is 'f'a Hi iii . .4 to ' i '.and S, 0ikIC. ?C.Sow ; 3 xi, «;l � f._,.>a+i -.. ........ - - - ..- ...... =2' �"'�"�.�:: +'; K j..4 = v �, +,� ,.l :e;,. ,,. .0 v v - �,„ "'+e'KS.- Y- i r'J.. J { a' Y. a « �,i - �t: `P T- �i1's3i-, `°'. az`�."' ' »t� �i�f= PJ }�Y- iY- -L' - �...n,�"�� %3�.c- '._.'n_:h- �... `,�4 •r .rt., �� as<'- •:ril -.:r- :.... ; i f ��u� - ._. .. ... .F „ `{ iT - t h �. r_e�-ycy...... (4)] a. [ -] 1) [ -] 2) Hi 3 [ -] 4) Seek Special Design District designations for the following areas: Volcano Village Pahoa Town Kea`au Town Kurtistown- Mountain View corridor PD PD PD PD COU COU COU COU X X X X a= : ; ?<_ , ,::at Y.p yym = 24.. ($}] b. Propose amendments to the county building code for traditional Hawaiian building design and construction methods {DB] DPW COU/PD X ix;; . i- l te yJ s d .1We.1 ca l Featic. Cam.a:; 1 '' i .t1 4;. f i :1 L •• ,Z•- „. - •t'.... :y<F y•: .i«y1`.. . " i Y5i :Pe .' 'y • •. J - tT (A}] a. Enact a BRBZ Design District for the Volcano area COU PD/DPW X (B}] b. Propose amendments to the County code to protect native species, geological and historic features outside of the 13RBZ COU DPW /PD X x =w r;- t�t:.,;R.. x`. �K (C)] c. Propose the establishment of an Office of County Ecologist within the Planning Department COU PD X = (D3] d. Provide County support for forest preservation by offering real property tax reductions and contributing land COU FIN, DPW X X X ` t= nwy: - •- 3-- "�•_,'•- (g)] e. Reduce the minimum lot size to qualify for the native forest preservation tax reduction and allow it in any zoning district COU FIN X ""�' `' 3 =l Ft.'.., [(-F)] f. Investigate alternatives to herbicides for weed control on public lands DOT, _DPW ,- X ,.,.;.�?f" C.• `} '1:3:.-' Aiiiitii ilidCHFi�i.��' i ,y. J ., .1w1. `a_. ":.YS 'A..ai'T�• l.eS.i..a:.. .. � -”, .. .."...': "l A4: l F •a JM•' ° .JR ✓! 1♦i :.;• .,, .L.a.• s 12 Section Action Item Res onsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008-12 2013-17 2018-30 $1,000 (2007) .• '',,':‘-:...-• 4 - '.:tri, '.-% ••• "'.:t:••--....: [(4)] a. Encourage State legislation to prohibit the use of cesspools as a means for wastewater disposal in areas elow 1,000 feet Mean Sea Level LEG DOH/DLNR X [(4)] b. Seek state Department of Health acceptance of small- footprint septic wastewater treatment designs and clustered septic systems LEG DOH X . 1. i ..• [(G1 C. Prepare watershed management plans for the Volcano-to- Mountain View and Hawaiian Acres-to-Orchidland areas o address localized flooding problems DPW DW/PD X A t.,;•.i A: • , .,.t . . iiiC4.i..t'‘i ':•:.-%•• q., , • r,-,..,:t.! 1.., ; '0;9] d. Ensure legislation for a corridor of the Puna watershed at least two miles wide including the Wao Kele 0 Puna forest area and the State lands mauka of Highway 130 between `Ainaloa subdivision and Palhoa is preserved for future potable water use LEG DOH/DLNR X ,l.i:•-• `t..!•:.,-;, 'rl-t...,•'-:. I----. li.:•,4'...,4,75 ','•>- .. -'1 (... :-.9-'=':'•:i ‘: fi..-! • '... „.. - • !--6-7 „, [3] e. Encourage legislation that requires all blackwater astewater disposal systems to be contained or connected o a collection system in areas below 100 feet Mean Sea Level PD DOH, DPW, DEM X 4t : . "•=.: -- .• 1 ;!-•dii .. r f , ,... -, ..-;f: 51- : • [(-F•1] f. Prepare an EA or an EIS for a wastewater treatment facility to service the Kapoho Beach Lots/Vacationland Hawai`i area DEM DOH, PD X .. ,;1- -;14;.l."' . (6)] & Provide tax credits to Kapoho residents who convert their existing cesspools into aerobic treatment s>stems LEG DEM, DOH X of • •-•-'1i;:',.; ,: 2':4S4,'! ' haielinOA0iWligaIRSOMMIS1'4;-11Ail$7APPTO .?!!Ylitilf6Z.s!:-!i,1 II! -!1_,1•:-!vli;!0i,:if-r:,.!:•:If.-,, - !'-,',.!1 '- — ' • i'!....:'! ! ! ..;. ..i,. ..(4)] a. Expand and improve database, references and skills at County level to review shoreline permit applications PD UI-1DBEDT,FED ,_ _ X (44)] b. Research and record information on trails and historic esources in the coastal zone DLNR PD X . ... th, ••• '.''.4E, ••,.. . . • ii; -,,,- . c. Conduct historic and biological surveys for review of shoreline permit applications and certifications and ecommend increased scrutiny of applications for SMA emits for subdivision of properties likely to be underwater in 100 years PD,DLNR NGO X •,. :74.1 ••' - '..- • -:- .. ',•-•.; ' •.,:.L- - • I-,.• . Not4-,,::, . ,, :;,',....,i• - ,, l!,.‘ :•k.., ,: ,. :MN d. ake into account subsidence and storm waves in certifications shoreline certifications DLNR PD X [WO] e. Study storm wave and high tide patterns to develop efined coastal flood zone maps FEDUH, DLNR DPW X (fp)] f. Implement special zoning and development controls for apoho area to address subsidence issues PD UH,_DBEDT,YED X ..• .-. - ,. --: tazt;...:..f:: i*c•''e';'' 3:13,:, ' ''• :"...R:;.';,',7.-. MANAGING GROWTH .::iii:?:1' :';.''•i14.32E1IF:::;: ....;--; . .-7...Tir.:!:,-,.. -, --,... * iid Use Pattern iiii--0,_,,i409itYitv:.: !., A it,.cN3l;..r.:!: :i...2. • - e !: .,- L.. • -,93-14-. '... .- .44:Re01.1,:wslI.. 1.4.,A,,.- • •":,.i,,,i. '1.*:-.,-'-' ,' • 'F:.:-z•,-:ji--:- iiti-:: -,-,- . ..:- .., ,. :OA a. [-] 11 [-] 2) [-] 3) [-] 4) Provide county support for land use entitlements and land sembly for voluntary land pooling projects by Initiating a special use permit request or petition for land use boundary amendment Seeking amendment to State Land Use Law to enable "rural town/village" standards Seeking State enabling legislation to allow County to etain lots delinquent in real property taxes Extending technical assistance and advice to community- based land pooling associations PD PD PD CC, FIN LUC LUC , FIN NGOs X X X X X X X ...- ...'41 • • ', zIggi, .1,4-:.• - ... ,11, • 1:9:- ':,; ' • !; 1 - .--.:- • .: •:il! i,,-1-7, :'. :•i--,..:,.: • ",:,:-:•:._. , • ' — :' •- ! • .i.z.1,,,;,, • •.(44-)] b. Establish the following general classifications for village and town centers: Regional, Community and Neighborhood PD CA X - " ,•,.,:,: ,... ' ---,' ' . . . . , 13 Section Action Item Res onsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead [ Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) :(€-)] c. [ —] j) [--] 2) Facilitate land use entitlements and other tools for the development of existing and future village/town centers P g g and special design districts by: Recommending approvat.of applications for commercial or use permits for existing commercial uses in:" designated village /town centers Recommending denial of applications for zone changes for commercial or light industrial use on sites that are not within designated village /town centers PD PD COU COU X X X X `- 1-14,11 x' , A . 4. ;'.' } :' °� {t 1. rk ' ";': ` (D)] d. [ —] 1) Facilitate land use entitlements and financing for the development of new village /town centers by: Creating a regional town center plan for each village /town center PD CA X ' -• ' ":, :y ., "' _!~ [ —] ) Providing loan guarantees or grants to community associations or partnerships for infrastructure development COU FIN X X :;;•' `` ` r °. ;c,; yr. ;(E)] e. Propose amendments to the zoning code and/or apply district -wide rezoning to limit allowable building footprint on residential and agricultural -zoned lands COU PD X a t,r, "si ', ";=`i_,r.#, [(F)] f. Require County agencies to establish and report on Level of Service standards for infrastructure and services PD_DPW_HFD, COU HPD, DWS_DPR X X X ti:� (G•)] & Urge the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) to conform to the goals and objectives of the PCDP COU /LEG DHHL X O]h- COU FIN X ; v - [ - :. .•• : - ::• :: -•- : •• -• s] Propose reduction of property tax assessments and payments for properties whose development rights have been removed or reduced [(1)] i. Conduct study on the impacts from subdivision build -out PD DLNR, [DAL] DWS X =s. [(3)] j. Recommend legislation for wider notice of pending applications for special permits, variances and zoning changes PD COU X _`1• = ' 3.2:3 _ Agr•icultiere`and' Economic Development .: -::'. ii • , - _ r : ' r = f w ... ;(A)] a. Limit water system and road standard variances for new subdivisions on agricultural -zoned land {. PD COU X --. :(R)] b. Consider down - rezoning of lands in Agricultural zoning districts to discourage further subdivision into small lots PD COU X :` [(C-)] c. Reconsider Urban Expansion Areas for Pahoa on the LUPAG, except where they correspond to existing residential zoning and designated Regional Town Center and industrial boundaries COU PD X " "k^ �";ii ;' . °' 1. .. • ``� [(-D)] d. Seek State legislation to impose higher conveyance and/or capital gains taxes on short-term property re -sales LEG FIN X ,- . [(f)] e. Seek state legislation to allow the county to hold onto properties that are in foreclosure due to property taxes in,�``F arrears rather than immediately auctioning them to the highest bidder [PM COU, LEG FIN X ... ::: :. ..:::. s ;.. • `. ' [(-F)] f. Provide land and infrastructure for farmers' markets within village /town centers DPW X X .; ' = [(CO] g, Seek State authorized lower General Excise Tax rate on local agricultural products sold at County farmers markets LEG R &D X • - .. - 14 Section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1000 (2007) ; 'r' = _ „j' (H)] h. Develop an agri /eco- tourism policy, necessary zoning and other County assistance for farmers markets, special events, restaurants specializing in local food products, and similar promotions of local agriculture R &D PD X [(I)] iii Develop business incubator districts in Kea'au, Pahoa[; Jand Mountain View R &D DBEDT /PP] PD X X =s :'. .'; • Ei -= , ' %•�i - =; , • , [(3)] L Promote use of the incentives offered by the designation of an Enterprise Zone R &D DBEDT X X X .. ;. . '- �' '. :(-K)] k. Support the HCC -[The) Bay Clinic or similar partnership to establish a youth business center in Kea'au [1=4.1] HCC, DBEDT, R &D XYTK . ;` ' `' ” NGO [(b)] 1. Support the development of a community -based organic farming operation and training facility in cooperation with HCC and UH HCC, UH R &D X °_ =s, •;;.; • -. :....2. ?t ia,- .. [(-M)] m. Develop job opportunities in Puna in renewable energy generation R &D DBEDT X X : . ;� ; ; -., :(N)] n. Conduct a study to define and identify important agricultural lands in Puna PD R &D X .* , ° ' ' :(A)] o. Create a real property tax exemption (perhaps 4 to 6 years) for farmers entitled to Federal crop loss insurance;[":.+ COU FIN X '' <•;,: [(-P)] Encourage organic farming and gardening by establishing a Puna agriculture scholarship with HCC and UH Hilo HCC, UH LEG /COU X X X -,:., " "'. j`N 33.3 . Social Services and Housing a i ....•r. .x ;rr : 'i er._ r i � .. ,• r w ; y. •- '-1-5 .••: r `," ;(4)] a. Develop a centrally located full- service medical facility based on a non -profit model NGO LEG /DOH X X X - `' • �] b. Establish "one-stop" social services assistance centers at p' various locations NGOs [148&14] DHS, OHCD X X ' '. = ° [(f)] c. Build partnerships between the County and non - profit organizations for social services and economic development COU NGO, OHCD, R &D X X X T =•=` - ..'• .--- (14)] d. Seek State enabling legislation to help lower self -help housing construction costs LEG COU /OHCD, [flB]DPW' X = ' ,:�'. [(E)] e. Offer educational programs to develop financial skills of renters and rental strategies for owners and tenants OHCD HFDC X X X ' ' °;'ri,'•.; #.. [(F)] f. Promote programs to increase homeownership opportunities OHCD HFDC X X X A' "" ; 1, [(G)) g, Promote multi-family and special needs housing in village/town centers HFDC /OHCD PD X X X '+` .;- '_ • [(4l)] h. Propose amendments to the building code to allows occupancy of residential dwellings before final inspection '; :. = • [(1)] i) Urge the State to increase local control over public schools': LEG COU X X` t `.'•'.: [(3)] L Urge the State to establish a Hawaii Community College/UH -Hilo satellite campus in Puna LEG UH X ``'� : -- 3.43. s Public Safety and Sanitation Seivice = 'r' °514" �' ;: ; :. [ l, `.t,', y ; " L. _ . [(A)] a. Develop permanent fire stations at Hawaiian Beaches/Shores, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Iower Volcano, and Mt. View COU HFD X X + -.' •. ` .: s:• [(B)] b. Provide additional volunteer stations in subdivisions as sites become available and growth warrants HFD NGOs X X X c. Promote free wireless internet services COU,_LEG FED X X [($)] d. Provide more emergency call boxes along State highways DOT X c ';'' >' [(B)] e. Encourage enhancement of cell phone service to cover remote areas LEG PUC X ..:. , . [(F)] f Boost Department of Environmental Management recycling budget COU DEM X X X ;'V 15 Section A ction Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008-12 2013-17 2018-30 S1,000 (2007) ..(e,-)] & Increase County resources to handle abandoned/derelict car removal COU DEM X X X .. „ ..,•• . , • .-,.i;:ii:?,-',,"-' -,: • .....„. ...: -.{14)] h. Provide public financial support for infrastructure development within approved village/town centers COU/FED DEM,[DW] DWS, X • ,.-. . - • - DPW 15.310 Oiliti'andReireation ,;;;[;;'-i::.,14::,i::..0e•Aii70i4„14.'.i4Itlifili::4'..!::4 if!li,.0iMiltlfilsjW il.O.:t:',.9.t.'lefi[Vfffr; .••••:i44,•:!•11., -,-!4.... :1:.:..:.0::•J'..Y ..•:.i4-ii-'' •‘'. ., [(A)] a. Consider expanding the Camp Ground at MacKenzie State Park to include public property south of MacKenzie DLNR DPR X 450 [(B)] b. HI) [-] 2) [-]1) Improve and expand Coastal Activity Areas as follows: Ahalanui Beach Park Consider modifications to tidepools beyond "Shacks" for use as "keiki pools" Pursue development of a camp ground and/or ocean recreation park with potential boat launch ramp and manna facilities at Cape Kumukahi DPR DLNR DLNR COU DPR, NGO X X X ;7.• :.. . 925 185 TBD LEG H 4) [-] 5) H 6) Consider acquisition and development of Honolulu Landing, Kapoho Crater and Sand Hill Develop support facilities for Kehena Beach State Park Encourage development of hike/camp coastal trail system DLNR, DPR, COU DLNR DLNR, DPR DPR, DLNR DPR NGO X X X TBD TBD TBD [(4)] C. [-] 1) [...] n [-].1) [-] 4) [-] 5) [-] 6) [-] 7) [-] LI) H 2.) [1 10) [-] 11) Improve and expand Community Parks as follows: Develop new community parks in: a) Hawaiian Acres[]; 12)-North Milani LI; c) Glenwoodktd) Nandwale Estatesbk) Leilani Estates[31:0 Orchidland Estates[] and glHawaiian Beaches subdivision Various improvements to Pahoa Regional Park Various improvements to Shipman (Kca'au) Regional Park New district park and various improvements at Hawaiian Paradise Park Develop recreational programs for Cooper Center and Volcano Community Park Provide improvements at Mountain View Community Park and A. J. Wan Gym Expand hours of operation at regional and larger community parks Develop a new senior center in Mountain View Provide in each village center a recreational park and village green Make recreation facilities and meeting rooms at public schools available for community use after school hours Create small community parks as part of right-of-way acquisition for new connecting road segments between subdivisions DPR DPR DPR DPR DPR DPR DPR DPR DPR „NGOs DOE DPW COU COU COU COU COU COU COU OHCD COU DPR NGOs NGOs , X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X y.:.:Ii.iif• .. , ,•• -.....................,.._ TBD 3,750 3,300 9,400 185 . . - .. 185 • .. •- -*jiTBD [(4))] d. [-] I) [-] 21 [-] .3.) H 4) [-] 5) Create and improve Linear Parks as follows: When acquiring rights-of-way for constructing new roadways or improving existing major roadways, make provisions for parallel multi-use recreational trails Complete development of Old Volcano Trail as a pedestrian and cycle pathway Acquire former railroad right-of-way from Kapoho Through Hawaiian Paradise Park for hiking, bicycling and horse back riding Plan for acquisition and development of the former railroad right-of-way from Hawaiian Paradise Park to Railroad Avenue in Hilo Plan for public access along Old Government Road (coastal trail) as a bicycle and hiking trail DPW, DOT DPW DPW DPW DLNR COU COU DLNR DLNR DPW X X X X X . • .. , -. . iP'.:...-i:Ii-:.•'•' '7.:IN.'.1,41f.':•: • :- .,- , ..,,_.•,.....q, . • ;....:;ek,•:-.. • 1.4- .. • '• - ' ":1:•' ' . • .,4...; . -• 'iii", • - • . •• . .. ..... • • ' • — - . •,• ;,... ,. -...,..• • . i. 16 Section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) ' ' ' {u: 600 TBD 300 TBD [O] e. [ —] I 1 [ —] ) [ —] 1) [ —] 4) [ —] S) Create and improve Preserves as follows Assess appropriate level of site visitor usage and implement self - guided or steward -led tours Improve conditions at Wai`opae Tidepools Consider acquiring Green Lake and vicinity for native habitat restoration and nature center Consider hiking trails through Nanawale Forest Reserve Pursue development of passive cultural/botanical park in Hawaiian Paradise Park DLNR DLNR DLNR DLNR DLNR DPR LEG LEG PD, NGO X X X X X DPR .- 3:6.3''EnergySistainability: % : r,.: { '', i .:cM!.=N3G; , .�' W ,. ;......,& ;/`ig-- nu.:;.:ai t , ir': .?,; .. ...... t.l''t [(A)] a. Apply LEED standards for public buildings, with a minimum goal of silver level BD COU X 7 7 - ;;. RE)] b. Investigate ground -water cooling for public buildings DBEDT DPW 1 X u,,,..,, [(C)] c. Promote energy efficiency standards for layer residences BD COU X X r ;' :1' :• - ;.., [(B)] d. Incorporate energy - efficient features into the construction of lower -cost homes with the use of public subsidies OHCD,_ HFDC PUC X X X _ ` ' ` • ' " ` a' •, ' [(E)] e. Establish a Renewable Energy Research & Development fund with UH -Hilo UH DBEDT /R &D [(E)] f. Apply the PUC Public Benefits Fund to retrofit dwellings for alternative energy, with sliding scale to reach low- income households PUC COU, OHCD X X X , ; ;... =:' , ... [(6)] g_ Negotiate a direct use of geothermal agreement for agricultural uses as part of any expansion of the capacity of the Puna Geothermal Venture plant HELCO, PUC R &D X ; : : ; -' rt [(-14] h. Promote biomass energy and fuel production using wood chips from exotic trees PUC DBEDT, R &D X X X `; ,°rr --. [(1))] i. [ —] ij [ —] ) Pursue new renewable energy sources (OTEC, wave energy, solar capture) as technology advances Pursue an ocean energy or enterprise subzone Pursue other applications besides energy capture (e.g., aquaculture and agriculturalproduct washing) pUC R &D R &D DBEDT,_R &D DBEDT, PD DBEDT X X X X X • -�' '• "^ ' ' . , ;•�`- ." 3- 4.13 - • y -. �JL• TRANSPORTATION Y Traffic Deiriaed Management:.. - . t..: = ;y k `.'. . "' , . ; r r k ��I+ 3 .., ,_ - ._ . IIn - °fit 4 r. l,, i• 5 r . . s i., .17 . i . . [O] a. Promote VanPool and ride - sharing alternatives more actively DOT R &D,_EMPL X [(B)] b. Promote staggered work hours and telecommuting with major employers and institutions COU, UH EMPL X [(C)] c. Facilitate telecommuting by developing free Wi -Fi reception in Puna COU,_LEG FED X X TBD .;4.23 Mass Transit .._ ; ... ..1 s .t�'ty .. . � .��'� �� 5:. •�s�.Iu�:l � .... �. • _ r'' �:�Y•EA �J�._ "CY�S' ;_ '� F - - [(A•)] a. Prepare a county -wide Transit Master Plan MTA FED X TBD [(B)] b. [-1 11 [ —] ) [ —] [ —] 4) Improve transit service operations by: Increasing transit service to a minimum of two additional runs during peak hours Establish demand responsive transit in subdivisions Provide commuter express bus service from Pahoa to Hilo and Volcano to Hilo Establish a hub - and -spoke transit system MTA MTA MTA MTA MTA FED FED FED FED FED X X X X 1,200 TBD TBD TBD [(C)] c. [ —] 1) [ —] 2) [ —] 3) H 4) Develop transit hubs at the following locations: Kea`au (Primary Hub) Pahoa (Secondary Hub) Volcano (Secondary Hub) Mountain View (Secondary Hub) MTA MTA MTA MTA FED FED FED FED X X X X TBD �' T •-,. • : .:;t:: "',.:'::: RBA d. Provide park- and -ride lots at transit hubs and HPP MTA FED X X .., • 17 iection Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) [FED] (F)] e" Develop a cooperative program with public and private schools to provide student passes for the Hele -On Bus MTA DOE,_LEG,_NGOs X �`�'i' -�_ =' = : +� =; ';,. (Cr)] f" Launch public education campaign promoting transit services MTA NGOs X X X ` ' '-- ,s' r.' js (H)] g, Cultivate public /private partnerships, such as employer- sponsored bus passes MTA NGOs, EMPL X X X "� - ", ' - . ":. <;:; ' [(1)] h- Expand MTA staff to provide greater support for transit operations COU FIN MTA X X;tt..;I frz '',,; ~- °:- ` [(A)] i, Investigate other fare/ticketing incentives to increase ridership MTA FED X :' :. 'gym = =1 ' . ,, • ,:4:".,-;:.•', (14)] i Work with DOT in creating safe pedestrian conditions for using mass transit MTA DOT X X "r._.. 2. ` :1 .v, , j (-I?)] k. Expand Hele -On service to include regular service to the Hilo and Keahole International Airports. MTA DOT, COU X °` � { ...� ..- 4.3.3::: Roadway Nt nrlt �! 1, ; ,. rYr �, rte° f , : rr t G r,,..4i Pp Ili ; 9 £ 14i , , _ ;i 0, =-:3=4,;,,4,..4 ,., (A)] a. [ —] 1) [ —] ) [ —] 31 [ —] 4) [ —] 5) Short Term (2008 -2012) Plan and design PMAR alignment Require building setbacks in HPP for potential PMAR extension Establish emergency routes using mostly existing road beds Include pedestrian and bicycling requirements in all projects Create connectivity alignments between various subdivisions DPW PD DPW DPW DPW DOT DPW NGOs NGOs NGOs X X X X X "r :-.4.-.::.-s. ry ,Y ''" Y' y ' .;;1 ,' ' r` '`' ;:.. F r: :.aa '`' '•" ' (B)] b. [ -] 1) ( —] ) [ —] 3) [ —] 4) Medium Term ([2012] 2013 -2017) DPW DPW DPW DPW NGO DLNR .NGO NGO DOT X X X X 'i; =�r` 19,200 4,400 4,000 Construct a two -lane roadway between Kaloli Dr and Kea'au Construct unpaved two -lane roadway between Kahakai Blvd and HPP Construct a two -lane roadway from Nanawale to Kahakai Blvd Study need/feasibility of Pahoa -Hwy 11 and Hwy 11- Stainback Highway alternative routes .(£-)] c. [ —] 1) [ —] 2) [ —] ) Long Term ([204 7] 2018 -2030) DPW DPW DPW DOT DOT DOT X X X . , ..•'!_,.:..-,:- __ 33,500 1,700 23,000 Construct Phase 11 segments of PMAR Acquire additional right -of -way through HPP to extend PMAR If traffic demands, construct PMAR extension through HPP to connect to Kahakai Boulevard -4.43' Highways •;I.W, -' y _ - . _ ....y.. (A)] a. [ —] 1) [ —] . [—] 21 [ —] . Short Term (2008 -2012) Intersection improvements on Highways 11 and 130 Reduce speed limit on Hwy 130 to 45mph (Kea'au Bypass to Ainaloa Blvd) Determine most effective ways to improve highway safety for all travel modes Implement the Hwy 130 shoulder lane conversion project between Kea'au Bypass and Shower Drive and consider using the 3'd lane as a reversible lane for peak periods DOT DOT DOT DOT LEG /FED LEG /FED LEG /FED LEG /FED X X X X ,- e v % =1:>' 5,500 -.-•., w u '. ` `` „ 6,500 (B)] b. [HD Medium Term ([2012] 2013 -2017) DOT LEG /FED X '• . ; =. 28,000 Increase capacity on Hwy 130 between bypass road and Ainaloa, based on optimal safety 18 section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) [ —] 2) [ -] 3) Construct a right exit lane on Hwy 11 below Kea'au Ag lots to Kea'au Village using the existing Old Volcano Rd ROW Create a right hand turn lane from Hwy 132 onto Hwy 130 DOT DPW LEG /FED LEG /FED X X•::: :.•; ;.., V; :., a •4 5.3 .Non- - Motorized Travel,and Scenic Byways =:.. rifJ 'g-Y >. -.: , 4F�. -r :1. :. F T, _� • ...` ., (A)] a. Request that the STIP allocate a larger share of federal "flex funds" to transit- related and alternative travel modes COU DOT, FED X X X •,'^ '., "= ' . •y .` )'. s - • " " '''` 'd 03)) b, Allocate funding to DPW for safe routes to schools /parks improvements, with Kea'au improvements as a priority COU DPW X X X : >y =- • W.)] c. Invest in pedestrian -, bicycle- and parking- related improvements in approved village /town centers co U DPW X X X = • . ., (D)] d. Allocate funding to the HPD to monitor traffic operations along safe routes to schools/parks COU HPD X X X • g • `•,'•`'.' " � (] e. Complete surveys, acquisition of right -of -way, maintenance agreements, planning and design, and construction for multi - purpose trails DPW, DLNR COU, LEG X X 10,700 [(-F.)] f. Designate and improve Highway 137 (Red Road) as a Scenic Byway DPW X X 1,100 SECTION 16. Material to be repealed is bracketed and stricken. Material to be added is underscored. In re- printing this ordinance or the Puna Community Development Plan (as amended), the brackets, bracketed and stricken material, and underscoring need not be included. SECTION 17. Severability. If any provision of this ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity does not affect other provisions or applications of the ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are to be severable. SECTION 18. This ordinance shall take effect upon its approval. , Hawai`i Date of Introduction: Date of 1' Reading: Date of 2 "d Reading: Effective Date: INTRODUCED BY: COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAI`I 19 ,, PLANNING COMMISSION COUNTY OF HAWAII HEARING TRANSCRIPT AUGUST 4, 2011 A regularly advertised hearing on the PLANNING DIRECTOR INITIATED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PUNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN IDENTIFYING BOUNDARIES FOR REGIONAL, COMMUNITY VILLAGE AND NEIGHBORHOOD VILLAGE CENTERS was called to order at 12:24 p.m. in the County of Hawai`i, Aupuni Center Conference Room, 101 Pauahi Street, Hilo, Hawai`i, with Chairman Zendo Kern presiding. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Zendo Kern, Dean Au, Wallace Ishibashi, and Raylene Moses STAFF PRESENT: Julie Mecklenburg (Deputy Corporation Counsel), B. J. Leithead Todd (Planning Director), Daryn Arai (Planning Program Manager), Phyllis Fujimoto (Staff Planner), Maija Cottle (Staff Planner) and Jeff Darrow (Staff Planner). And 9 people from the public in attendance ABSENT & EXCUSED: Takashi Domingo and Stephen Ono PLANNING DIRECTOR INITIATED Ordinance amending the Puna Community Development Plan, as adopted by Ordinance No. 08 -116 and amended by Ordinance Nos. 10 -104, 11 -51, 11 -52 & 11 -53 relating to the identification of the boundaries for Regional Town Centers, Community Village Centers and Neighborhood Village Centers in the map legends shown in Figures 5 -1 through 5 -11, inclusive. KERN: Planning Director initiated Ordinance amending the Puna Community Development Plan, as adopted by Ordinance No. 08 -116 and amended by Ordinance Nos. 10 -104, 11 -51, 11 -52 & 11 -53 relating to the identification of the boundaries for Regional Town Centers, Community Village Centers and Neighborhood Village Centers in the map legends shown. ARAI: Madam Director? I'm not sure if she was going to provide just a brief summary of the proposal. LEITHEAD TODD: No. ARAI: Nothing. I guess it speaks for itself. You do have two communications that were provided to you by the Planning Department. And we do have staff available in case there are any specific questions regarding these requested amendments. KERN: So since there is no applicant, we don't need to do that. There's nobody signed up from the public to testify. SIRACUSA: I did. KERN: I don't see your name. It doesn't mean we can't make it happen. SIRACUS: Sharon, I gave it to Sharon. KERN: Come on up. We'll get it written down on this as a matter of record. You can come on up. 1 NOMURA: Her name is Rene' Siracusa. KERN: I'll get you to raise your right hand. SIRACUSA: You will. KERN: Do you swear to tell the truth today before the Windward Planning Commission? SIRACUSA: I do. KERN: Very good. Name and district you represent. SIRACUSA: My name is Rene' Siracusa and I live on South Road, Kaohe Homesteads, just outside of Pahoa. The last time I saw you, I was up there and you were testifying; and that was for the Puna Community Development Plan; and here we are, Puna Community Development Plan. I was hoping that staff would do a presentation so 1 could be a little more clearer about what I was testifying about. I only can say what Bobby Jean presented to the Puna Community Development Plan Action Committee a couple of weeks ago. And one of the things she mentioned is that she is proposing to amend the boundaries to the Pahoa Village Center Map and designation by, first of all, moving all the potential for commercial zoning from makai of Highway 130 to the Pahoa Village area. I hope I'm testifying about the right thing, Bobby. LEITHEAD TODD: No, that's the amendment to the General Plan. And that's not on our agenda because we're still going to do community meetings on the proposed amendment to the General Plan. This is, I'm sorry, I guess I should have done a brief overview. These are amendments to a great extent that were recommended by the Action Committee when we were doing Bill 194. But because of the timing of stuff we didn't send it in with Bill 194 because that was a separate bill. So these are some of the recommendations that they had which we said we would then process later. And so that's what this is. So we're going to add the word "preliminary" back into the legends for the regional town centers. We're going to do some amendments to correct spelling errors -. SIRACUSA: But that's No. 11, right? LEITHEAD TODD: Yeah, and -. SIRACUSA: That's relating to the nonsubstantive language. And No.10 says relating to identification of the boundaries. KERN: Yeah, and so the No. 1 here, it's amendment proposed to CDP AC by adding the word "Preliminary" to the boundary title and the map legends of the regional centers, community village centers and neighborhood village centers. That's pretty much the extent of this amendment SIRACUSA: Then I have nothing to testify about. LEITHEAD TODD: Okay, all right. And it was what the Action Committee had asked for. SIRACUSA: Well, I support what the Action Committee asked for cause that's the whole idea of an action committee. So thank you very much for your clarification. 2 KERN: Thanks for coming up. All good. Thank you. So seeing here there is no one else signed up from the public to testify. And we can entertain a motion. AU: Mr. Chair? KERN: I'll take a motion. Commissioner Au. AU: I move for Communication No. 10 to send a favorable recommendation to the County Council for Ordinance No. 08 -116. KERN: Is there a second? ISHIBASHI: Second. KERN: Any discussion? I will say that this makes a lot sense on my side of things. It gives a little more flexibility and works with some of the community associations that are peeved about being put into a box where their stuff can be; and I think it gives the flexibility that Puna needs to allow things to work. So I'm done with my discussion. Anyone else? Seeing none, Daryn. ARAI: Thank, you, Mr. Chairman. Commissioner Au? AU: Aye. ARAI: Commissioner Ishibashi? ISHIBASHI: Aye. ARAI: Commissioner Moses? MOSES: Aye. ARAI: Mr. Chairman? KERN: Aye. Arai: Mr. Chairman, motion carried with four aye votes. KERN: Great. Thank you very much. You'll be notified in writing. The discussion ended at 12:31 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sharon M. Nomura, Secretary Windward Planning Commission 3 PLANNING COMMISSION COUNTY OF HAWAI`I HEARING TRANSCRIPT AUGUST 4, 2011 A regularly advertised hearing on the PLANNING DIRECTOR INITIATED ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PUNA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 53 RELATING TO NON - SUBSTANTIVE LANGUAGE, SPELLING AND FORMATTING was called to order at 12:31 p.m. in the County of Hawai`i, Aupuni Center Conference Room, 101 Pauahi Street, Hilo, Hawai`i, with Chairman Zendo Kern presiding. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Zendo Kern, Dean Au, Wallace Ishibashi, and Raylene Moses STAFF PRESENT: Julie Mecklenburg (Deputy Corporation Counsel), B. J. Leithead Todd (Planning Director), Daryn Arai (Planning Program Manager), Phyllis Fujimoto (Staff Planner), Maija Cottle (Staff Planner) and Jeff Darrow (Staff Planner). And 9 people from the public in attendance ABSENT & EXCUSED: Takashi Domingo and Stephen Ono PLANNING DIRECTOR INITIATED Ordinance amending the Puna Community Development Plan, as adopted by Ordinance No. 08 -116 and amended by Ordinance Nos. 10 -104, 11 -51, 11 -52 & 11 -53 relating to non - substantive language, spelling and formatting of certain sections of the Puna Community Development Plan. KERN: Item No. 11, Planning Director initiated Ordinance amending the Puna Community Development Plan, as adopted by Ordinance No. 08 -116 and the other ordinances I had mentioned earlier, relating to non - substantive language, spelling and formatting of certain sections of the Puna CDP. And would you like to give anything? Anybody? If everybody read it, it makes perfect sense. LEIHEAD TODD: I think it speaks for itself. I think it's just -. We're just trying to clean up some of the language. KERN: Yeah, yeah. And it makes perfect sense. So if, there is nobody signed up from the public to testify on this agenda item, so motion. Au: Mr. Chair? KERN: Commissioner Au. AU: Communication No. 10, I move for a favorable recommendation. KERN: Eleven. LEITHEAD TODD: Communication No. 11. AU: I'm sorry, No. 11, Ordinance No. 08 -11 -. KERN: You move for a -? 1 AU: Yeah, yeah, I move for a favorable recommendation to the County Council. KERN: Okay, perfect. Is there a second? MOSES: Second. KERN: Okay, any discussion? Another one that makes sense. Seeing no other discussion, Daryn. ARAI: Commissioner Au? AU: Aye. ARAI: Commissioner Moses? MOSES: Aye. ARAI: Commissioner Ishibashi? ISHIBASHI: Aye. ARAI: Mr. Chairman? KERN: Aye. ARAI: Mr. Chairman, motion carries, four aye votes. KERN: Thank you very much. The discussion ended at 12:32 p.m. Respectfully submitted,, • Sharon M. Nomura, Secretary Windward Planning Commission 2