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HomeMy WebLinkAboutORD 2011-117 2010-2012COUNTY OF HAWAII STATE OF HAWAII BILL NO. 101 ORDINANCE NO. 1 1 117 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 HAWAI`L• 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 [2,-373-a] 2.2.3a); [ -] 2) Pahoa Town; [ -] ) 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: [ -] 1) Standards for maximum land disturbance within the BRBZ; [ -] 2) A system to monitor the `Ohi`a forest canopy [with] within the BRBZ; [ -] a) A set of economic incentives designed to reduce forest clearance and the number of developable lots within the BRBZ; [ -] 4) Mitigation standards and procedures that provide guidelines for the restoration and re- planting of disturbed areas; [ -] 5) 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); [ -] 6) Use of "small- footprint" septic tanks to reduce lot grading; [ -] 1) An expert advisory committee to assist in developing standards, project reviews and public education programs related to the BRBZ; [ -] 8 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 "; [ -] 10)Prohibition of `Ohana Dwelling Units within the BRBZ; and [ -] 11)Within the Volcano area, propose re- zoning agricultural- and residential -zoned lots to an appropriate designation to prevent further subdivision. Refer to Chapter 5 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: [ -] 1) 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; [ -] a) 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 [their] the quality[.-] of coastal waters." SECTION 5. 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: 2 [ -]D [ -] 2) [ -] A 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: [ -] 11 [-] Kea'au, Pahoa, and Hawaiian Paradise Park shall serve as Regional Town Centers to provide a wide range of services for the Puna district; 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 [ -] a) 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 5 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) 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 [ -] 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: [ -] 1 j, Creating a regional town center plan for each village /town area as prescribed in Section 5.2.1; and 3 [ -] a 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 5 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: [ -] 1) [-] [-] Changing the structure of school boards to provide greater local representation and decision - making; 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: [-] D 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. [ -] a) 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. [ -] 4) Consider acquisition and development of Honolulu Landing, Kapoho Crater (Green Lake) and Sand Hill. [ -] 5) 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: [ -] Develop new Community Parks in: [ -] a) Hawaiian Acres subdivision at three sites to be determined later through a community involvement process; 4 PI Z) [-] The North Kulani Road area, between Ihope and Huina Roads; Glenwood, on makai side of South Glenwood Road; Nanawale 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, linkages, 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 [re- arranging] 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) [Large] 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. 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. 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. 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. 5 [ -] 11) 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: [-11) [-] 4) 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. Complete development of Old Volcano Trail as a pedestrian and bicycle pathway. Acquire the former railroad right -of -way from Kapoho through Hawaiian Paradise Park and develop it for hiking, bicycling and horse -back riding. 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: [-] 11 [-] PH) [ -] 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." 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." 6 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: [ -] 1) Increasing transit service to a minimum of two additional runs during peak hours; [ -] 2) Establishing demand responsive transit in subdivisions; [ -] a) Providing commuter express bus service from Pahoa to Hilo and Volcano to Hilo[;] with local bus or paratransit services to feed selected stops in order to provide service to a broader area; and [ -] LI) 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: [ -] 1) 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; 7 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 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. [e. Provide express bus service f o r commuters from- ' :.- ; . : - . - .. - broader areas. fi] 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. [f] 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 Hawai`i 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) [ -] 1) 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; [ -] 2) 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; [ -] 3) Establish emergency routes, using mostly existing road beds; [ -] 4) Include pedestrian and bicycling requirements in all projects; and [ -] 5) Create connectivity alignments between the following subdivisions: Hawaiian Acres and Fern Acres, Fern Acres and Kopua Farm Lots, Eden Rock and Fern Forest, Orchidland and Hawaiian Acres, Nanawale and Hawaiian 8 [Beaehesl]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 ([201 -2] 2013 -2017) [ -] D [-] HD 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 [De] 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): HD Make interim intersection improvements on Highways 11 and 130; [ -] 2) 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 all 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. [-] [ -] 4) 9 b. Medium Term ([2012] 2013 -2017) [-1 1) [ -1 [-1 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: Old Volcano Trail, extending between points near Volcano and the Puna Railroad Bikeway; Railroad Avenue (portions of which are known as Railroad Right -of -Way), extending between points near Kapoho and Pana`ewa; Old Puna Trail (portions of which are known as Old Government Road or Beach Road), extending between points near Kapoho and Hilo; and 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: [-]D 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; Preserving Mango, Kamani, and Monkeypod groves and tree tunnels; 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; 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; Minimizing tree pruning by using special, shielded cable for overhead utility lines or by undergrounding sections of the line; Minimizing excessive lighting by limiting street lights to major intersections and informing residents along the corridor about how to reduce illumination of driveways; 10 [ -] 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 [Department] Division CA Community Association (or subdivision homeowners' association) CC County of Hawaii Corporation Counsel COU County of Hawai`i Council DBEDT State of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism DHHL State of Hawai`i Department of Hawaiian Home Lands DHS Department of Human Services DLNR State of Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources DOE State of Hawai`i Department of Education DOH State of Hawaii Department of Health DOT State of Hawai`i Department of Transportation DPW County of Hawaii Department of Public Works DWS County of Hawai`i 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 Hawaii Community College HELCO Hawai`i Electric Light Company HFD County of Hawaii Fire Department HFDC Hawaii Housing Finance & Development Corporation HPD County of Hawai`i Police Department DEM County of Hawaii Department of Environmental Management DPR County of Hawaii Department of Parks and Recreation LEG Hawaii State Legislature MTA County of Hawaii Mass Transit Agency NGO Non - governmental organization (non - profit community association, etc.) 11 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 Hawai`i Department of Research and Development UH University of Hawai`i 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 Re Timetable Est. Cost lionsibility Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) 2.13 MALAMA 1 KA `AINA Historic, Cultural, and Scenic Resources [(A)] a. [ —] 1) [ -] 2) [ -] 3) [ —] 4j 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 [(B)] b. Propose amendments to the county building code for traditional Hawaiian building design and construction methods {131] DPW COU/PD X 2.2.3 Native Forests and Geological Features [(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 BRBZ COU DPW/PD X [(C)] c. Propose the establishment of an Office of County Ecologist within the Planning Department COU PD X [EP)] d. Provide County support for forest preservation by offering real property tax reductions and contributing land COU FIN, DPW X X X [(E)] 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 [(] f. Investigate alternatives to herbicides for weed control on public lands DOT, DPW DOE, DPR, DLNR X 2.3.3 Aquifers and Coastal Waters [(A)] a. Encourage State legislation to prohibit the use of cesspools as a means for wastewater disposal in areas below 1,000 feet Mean Sea Level LEG DOH/DLNR X [(B)] b. Seek state Department of Health acceptance of small - footprint septic wastewater treatment designs and clustered septic systems LEG DOH X [(C) c. Prepare watershed management plans for the Volcano -to- Mountain View and Hawaiian Acres -to- Orchidland areas to address localized flooding problems DPW DW/PD X [(D)] 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 Pahoa is preserved for future potable water use LEG DOH /DLNR X 12 Section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) [(E)] e. Encourage legislation that requires all blackwater wastewater disposal systems to be contained or connected to a collection system in areas below 100 feet Mean Sea Level PD DOH, DPW, DEM X [(F)] f. Prepare an EA or an EIS for a wastewater treatment facility to service the Kapoho Beach LotsNacationland Hawai`i area DEM DOH, PD X [(G-)] g_ Provide tax credits to Kapoho residents who convert their existing cesspools into aerobic treatment systems LEG DEM, DOH X 2.4.3 Shoreline Area [(A)] a. Expand and improve database, references and skills at County level to review shoreline permit applications PD UH, DBEDT, FED X [(H•)] b. Research and record information on trails and historic resources in the coastal zone DLNR PD X [(C)] c. Conduct historic and biological surveys for review of shoreline permit applications and certifications and recommend increased scrutiny of applications for SMA permits for subdivision of properties likely to be underwater in 100 years PD, DLNR NGO X [(D)] d. Take into account subsidence and storm waves in shoreline certifications DLNR PD X [(E)] e. Study storm wave and high tide patterns to develop refined coastal flood zone maps FED, UH, DLNR DPW X f(F)] f. Implement special zoning and development controls for Kapoho area to address subsidence issues PD UH, DBEDT,_FED X 3.1.3 MANAGING GROWTH Land Use Pattern [(A)] a. [ —] 1) [ —] 2) [ —] 3) [ —] 4) Provide county support for land use entitlements and land assembly 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 retain 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 [(4)] b. Establish the following general classifications for village and town centers: Regional, Community and Neighborhood PD CA X [(3] c. [ —] 1) [ -] 2) Facilitate land use entitlements and other tools for the development of existing and future village /town centers and special design districts by: Recommending approval of applications for commercial zoning 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 [(DA 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 13 Section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) [ -] 2) Providing loan guarantees or grants to community associations or partnerships for infrastructure development COU FIN X X O)] 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 [(F.)] f. Require County agencies to establish and report on Level of Service standards for infrastructure and services COU PD,_DPW,_HFD, HPD, DWS, DPR X X X [(G)] g. Urge the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) to conform to the goals and objectives of the PCDP COU /LEG DHHL X [(44)]h.[ _ -. - - COU FIN X :- _ : : : . :. - . ' - - : - : • : - - - - - - s] Propose reduction of property tax assessments and payments for properties whose develo ment rights have been removed or reduced [(1)] i. Conduct study on the impacts from subdivision build -out PD DLNR, [DW] DWS X [(3)] L Recommend legislation for wider notice of pending applications for special permits, variances and zoning changes PD COU X 3.23 Agriculture and Economic Development KM] a. Limit water system and road standard variances for new subdivisions on agricultural -zoned land PD COU X [(B3] 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 [(P3] d. Seek State legislation to impose higher conveyance and/or capital gains taxes on short-term property re -sales LEG F1N X [(€)] e. Seek state legislation to allow the county to hold onto properties that are in foreclosure due to property taxes in arrears rather than immediately auctioning them to the highest bidder [PD] COU, LEG F1N X [(F)] f. Provide land and infrastructure for farmers' markets within village/town centers R &D DPW X X [(G)] g. Seek State authorized lower General Excise Tax rate on local agricultural products sold at County farmers markets LEG R &D X [(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 [(1)] i. Develop business incubator districts in Kea'au, Pahoa[; ]and Mountain View R &D DBEDT/[1311] PD X X [(1)] 1 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 [UH] HCC, DBEDT R &D ' X NGO [(L)] I. Support the development of a community -based organic farming operation and training facility in cooperation with HCC and UH HCC. UH R &D X [(M)] m. Develop job opportunities in Puna in renewable energy generation R &D DBEDT X X 14 Section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) [(N)] n. Conduct a study to define and identify important agricultural lands in Puna PD R &D X [(9)] 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 3.3.3 Social Services and Housing [(A)] a. Develop a centrally located full - service medical facility based on a non - profit model NGO LEG /DOH X X X [(B)] b. Establish "one- stop" social services assistance centers at various locations NGOs [ISI -I] DHS, OHCD X X [(£)] c. Build partnerships between the County and non - profit organizations for social services and economic development COU NGO,_OHCD, R &D X X X [(D)] d. Seek State enabling legislation to help lower self -help housing construction costs LEG COU /OHCD, [13B]DPW X [(€)] e. Offer educational programs to develop financial skills of renters and rental strategies for owners and tenants OHCD HFDC X X X [(F)] f. Promote programs to increase homeownership opportunities OHCD HFDC X X X [(G3] g_ Promote multi - family and special needs housing in village /town centers HFDC /OHCD PD X X X [(11)] h. Propose amendments to the building code to allow occupancy of residential dwellings before final inspection COU BD X [(I)] j) Urge the State to increase local control over public schools LEG COU X X [(d)] j, Urge the State to establish a Hawai`i Community College/UH -Hilo satellite campus in Puna LEG UH X 3.4.3 Public Safety and Sanitation Services [(A)] a. Develop permanent fire stations at Hawaiian Beaches /Shores, Hawaiian Paradise Park, lower Volcano, and Mt. View COU HFD X X [(B)] b. Provide additional volunteer stations in subdivisions as sites become available and growth warrants HFD NGOs X X X [(G-)] c. Promote free wireless internet services COU, LEG FED X X [(D)] d. Provide more emergency call boxes along State highways DOT X [(E)] 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 [(G)] g_ Increase County resources to handle abandoned/derelict car removal COU DEM X X X [(14)] h. Provide public financial support for infrastructure development within approved village /town centers COU /FED DEM,[13W] DWS, X X DPW 3.5.3 Parks and Recreation [(A)] a. Consider expanding the Camp Ground at MacKenzie State Park to include public property south of MacKenzie DLNR DPR X 450 [(B)] b. [ -] 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 marina facilities at Cape Kumukahi DPR DLNR DLNR COU DPR, NGO X X X 925 185 TBD LEG 15 Section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) [ -] 4) [ -] 5) [ —] ) 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 [(G)] c. [—]l) [ -] 2) [ -] 3) [ -] 4) [ -] 5) [ —] 6) [ -] 7) [ -] ) [ -] ) [ —] 10) [ —] 11) Improve and expand Community Parks as follows: Develop new community parks in: a) Hawaiian Acres[,]; 1k) -North Kulani[;]; c) Glenwood[,];d) NAnawale Estates[3]4) Leilani Estates[;];f) Orchidland Estates[;]; and g)_Hawaiian Beaches subdivision Various improvements to Pahoa Regional Park Various improvements to Shipman (Kea'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. Watt 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 X TBD 3,750 3,300 9,400 185 185 TBD [(D)] d. [ —] 1) [ —] 2) [ -] 3) [ —] 4) [ -] ) 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 X [(E)] e. [ —] 1) [ —] 2) [ -] 3) [ -] 4) [ —] ) 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 600 TBD 300 TBD DPR 3.63 Energy Sustainability f(A)] a. Apply LEED standards for public buildings, with a minimum goal of silver level BD COU X [(B)] b. Investigate ground -water cooling for public buildings DBEDT DPW X [(€)] c. Promote energy efficiency standards for larger residences BD COU X X 16 Section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) [(D)] d. Incorporate energy - efficient features into the construction of lower -cost homes with the use of public subsidies OHCD, HFDC PUC X X X [(€)] e. Establish a Renewable Energy Research & Development fund with UH -Hilo UH DBEDT/R &D [(F3] 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 [(G)] 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 [(H)] h. Promote biomass energy and fuel production using wood chips from exotic trees PUC DBEDT, R &D X X X [(I)] i. [ —] 1) [ -] 2) 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 agricultural product washing) PUC R &D R &D DBEDT, R &D DBEDT, PD DBEDT X X X X X 4.13 TRANSPORTATION Traffic Demand Management [(A)] 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 [(A)] a. Prepare a county -wide Transit Master Plan MTA FED X TBD [(14 -)] b. [ —] 1) [ -] 2) [ -] ) [ -] 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) [ -] 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 [(D)] d. Provide park- and -ride lots at transit hubs and HPP MTA FED X X [(E)} ' - - •• ' :,• [MTA] [FED] [X] [' : : : :. _ . :. [(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 [(G)] f. Launch public education campaign promoting transit services MTA NGOs X X X [(H)] g Cultivate public /private partnerships, such as employer sponsored bus passes MTA NGOs, EMPL X X X [(I)] h. Expand MTA staff to provide greater support for transit operations COU FIN, MTA X X P)] i. Investigate other fare /ticketing incentives to increase ridership MTA FED X [(K)] j, Work with DOT in creating safe pedestrian conditions for using mass transit MTA DOT X X 17 Section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) [(L)] k. Expand Hele -On service to include regular service to the Hilo and Keahole International Airports. MTA DOT, COU X 4.33 Roadway Network [(A)] a. [ —] 1) [ -] 2) [ -] a) [ -] 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 [(B)] b. [ —] 1) [ -] 2) [ —] ) [ -] 4) Medium Term ([20-1-2] 2013 -2017) DPW DPW DPW DPW NGO DLNR,_NGO NGO DOT X X X X 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-)] c. [ —] 1) [ -] 2) [ -] 3) Long Term ([2-0-1-7] 2018 -2030) DPW DPW DPW DOT DOT DOT X X X 33,500 1,700 23,000 Construct Phase II 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 4.4.3 Highways [(A)] a. [ —] 1) [ —] 2) [ -] a) [ —] 4) 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`a lane as a reversible lane for peak periods DOT DOT DOT DOT LEG/FED LEG /FED LEG /FED LEG/FED X X X X 5,500 6,500 [(B)] b. [ —] 1) [ -] 2) [ —] 3) Medium Term ([204-2] 2013 -2017) DOT DOT DPW LEG/FED LEG/FED LEG /FED X X X 28,000 Increase capacity on Hwy 130 between bypass road and Ainaloa, based on optimal safety 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 4.53 Non- Motorized Travel and Scenic Byways [(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 [(B3] b. Allocate funding to DPW for safe routes to schools /parks improvements, with Kea'au improvements as a priority COU DPW X X X [(G)] c. Invest in pedestrian-, bicycle- and parking- related improvements in approved village /town centers COU 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 18 Section Action Item Responsibility Timetable Est. Cost Lead Supporting 2008 -12 2013 -17 2018 -30 $1,000 (2007) [(E)] e. Complete surveys, acquisition of right -of -way, maintenance agreements, planning and design, and DPW, DLNR COU, LEG X X 10,700 construction for multi - purpose trails [(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. Kona , Hawai`i Date of Introduction: Date of 1st Reading: Date of 2nd Reading: Effective Date: REFERENCE: Cdni INTRODUCED BY: COUNCIL ME BER, CO November 2, 2011 November 2, 2011 November 16, 2011 December 6, 2011 369 19 „ Introduced By: Date Introduced: First Reading: Published: REMARKS:: OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK County of Hawai`i Kona, Hawai`i Pete Hoffmann November 2, 2011 November 2, 2011 N/A Second Reading: To Mayor: Returned: Effective: Published: REMARKS: November 16, 2011 November 25, 2011 December 6, 2011 December 6, 2011 December 16, 2011 COUNTY CLERK COUNTY 2C? l DEC -6 AM 11: 21 ROLL CALL VOTE AYES NOES ABS EX Blas X H Ford X X Hoffmann X X Ikeda X Onishi X Pilago X Smart X Yagong X Yoshimoto X 6 1 2 0 ROLL CALL VOTE AYES NOES ABS EX Blas X H Ford X Hoffmann X Ikeda X Onishi X Pilago X Smart X Yagong X Yoshimoto X 6 0 3 0 I DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing BILL was adopted by the County Council published as indicated above. APPROVED AS TO FO AND LEGA ITY: P COU TY CSRPORATION' OUNSEL TY OF HAWAII Date DEC - 1 2011 Approved/Disapp ved this 611-`%- day , 20 1, MAYOR, COUNTY F HAWAII \` Bill No.: Reference: Ord No.: C- 369/PC -30 11 117