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Honorable J Yoshimoto, Chair and Members of the Hawaii County Council February 20, 2014 Page 3 To contribute to the overall management plan, an Archaeological Reconnaissance Survey was completed in July 2013 to address the numerous historical and cultural sites within Kawa. Access remains limited to non- vehicular pedestrian traffic, open to the public from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. In addition the County is working with the families that own the Kuleana lands in Kawa along with a newly formed non - profit group of young men, Na Mamo O Kawa, who will be assisting with some maintenance in the area and possibly fish pond restoration. Kaiholena (North & South) & Pa`o`o. North Kohala The third purchase was finalized in January 2010 for four parcels (TMK's: (3) 5 -8- 01:11, 19, 20 & 24) in Kaiholena totaling 151 acres for $6,541,680.00. The fourth purchase, a second acquisition for 2010, was completed in October for 10.61 acres of coastal land in Pa`o`o. The purchase price was for $1,890,000.00 and partially funded by a $945,000.00 grant from the State, DLNR LLCP thanks to the efforts and assistance from TPL. The seventh purchase completed in June 2013 for three parcels (TMK's: (3) 5- 8- 01:21, 22 & 25) totaling 76.615 acres is an addition to the four north Kaiholena parcels referenced above. The acquisition cost of $3,991,000.00 was partially funded by a grant from the State, DLNR LLCP in the amount of $1,432,088.77. Kaiholena (north & south) and Pa`o`o continue to be periodically monitored and maintained by the many community groups in North Kohala. A Memorandum of Understanding also is in place between National Park Service and the County for the Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail, which crosses these properties. In addition, a $40,000.00 grant was recently awarded from the Hawaii Tourism Authority to Kohala Malama Kahakai which will benefit multiple projects in North Kohala including stewardship of these lands purchased by the FUND. KIyaua Park (formerly Kingman properties), North Kona The sixth purchase completed in February 2012, was for two parcels of land (TMK's: (3) 7 -7- 08:20 & 31) totaling 6.0117 acres for $3,220,000.00. Kipapa Park continues to provide much needed off street parking along with increased road and pedestrian safety in the area. The area is used on a daily basis by residents and visitors who frequent the nearby Magic Sands and Pahoehoe Beach Parks. In April 2013, the Hawaii Island Burial Council approved the Burial Treatment Plan to ensure that all identified burials located within the area are preserved and protected. Status of Funds — Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Fund For the benefit of the County Council, I have attached a summary of the FUND and all monies deposited and disbursed since its establishment. County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer