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All solid waste associated with the current operation is handled by the owner. The owner has implemented a recycle program for the cooking oils used for this process, along with segregation of other recyclable products. The cooking oil is collected for processing as biodiesel and the other recyclables are hauled to the Hilo Transfer Station and deposited in the recycling bins. The current volume of solid waste developed by this operation is small and does not require a commercial handler. We do not anticipate the creation of additional solid waste as a result of this request for change of zoning, this company has been in operation at this site for 69 years and if anything, due to the county recycling campaign, the amount of solid waste entering the landfill has decreased over the years. This operation will have little to no impact to the current solid waste situation. Due to the fact that this operation has been at the current location for 69 years, there is no anticipation that additional fire or police protection will be required for this development. There are two fire stations located within 5 minutes of the project location and the police station is located less than 2 miles from the site. Due to the fact that this operation has been at the current location for 69 years, there is no anticipation that additional schools or parks will be required as part of this change in zone request. The intent of this request is to allow for improvements to the current facility to meet current health and safety standards. The impact of any new business on the existing infrastructure will be minimal. The amount of space available for lease is small and limited. Telephone, electric, gas and cable are available along Manono Street. The current operation utilizes these utilities and is not expected to require additional utilities as part of this zoning request. E. Environmental Assessment and Analysis The intent of this project is to provide a new and more modern home for a business that has been in operation in Hilo since 1936. This will help the business conform to current health and safety standards and allow adaptation of more efficient methods of production to help save energy and resources. Any new construction will be consistent with the same type of construction that other similar businesses in Hilo utilize. It will also have the same type of useful life as those buildings. Therefore the use of environmental resources will satisfy both the short and long term use of the building. The implementation of the recycling program and future implementation of systems that are energy efficient will also help reduce any environmental impact. LEED (Leaders in Energy Efficient Design) guidelines promote the re-utilization of properties that have been developed, are near infrastructure, and near amenities. This helps promote sustainability and meaningful development. 6