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Project Listing Page 3 Ali`i Kai Subdivision New Park Development- $1,000,000 Funding will be used for construction of a park in the heart of an older neighborhood in Kona that is without park amenities. This will supplement Fair Share funding currently available to finance the project, which has strong support from the community. Lono Kona Sewer Improvement District- $600,000 The County is assisting residents of over 140 properties in the Lono Kona subdivision to establish a sewer system improvement district to satisfy a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency mandate to close large capacity cesspools. These funds will finance improvement district start-up costs including a feasibility study, design and easement acquisition. The County will be reimbursed upon closing of a U.S. Department of Agriculture loan to finance the project. Hazardous Materials Abatement for Parks & Recreation Facilities - $600,000 Parks & Recreation facilities across the island have been inspected for hazardous materials that are often found in older buildings, including lead, asbestos, arsenic and mercury. These funds will allow the department to mitigate or remove these materials to assure continued safe public use of all facilities. Kealakehe Regional Park- $500,000 The master plan for the Kealakehe Regional Park has been completed. Funds are now needed for research, studies, and the preparation of an environmental assessment for the 193-acre park. Plans include a soccer complex, football stadium, covered play courts, a tennis complex,baseball complex, archery range, golf driving range, and a central great lawn with an amphitheater. Bike and walking paths are planned throughout. Kailua Park Second Canoe HAlau Structure- $400,000 This halau is identified in the Kailua Park Master Plan to promote canoe paddling as a positive recreational opportunity with a strong cultural heritage. This halau structure will provide more canoe clubs with a place to meet that supports learning and teaching, and provides secure equipment storage. Pahoa Sewer Feasibility Study- $300,000 This will fund a feasibility study for the development of a sewage collection and treatment system to serve the Pahoa Regional Town Center area. The study will include recommendations for financing strategies, phased development, and locations of a treatment plant and lines. Reed's Bay Beach Park Landscaping Improvements - $250,000 This Hilo beach park has become a popular gathering spot for families since major improvements were completed in April 2013. Funding will be used to develop additional lawn areas to allow more families to picnic and play.