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neighborhoods, and provides benefits to affected towns and communities. Incorporate The Pono Pledge in all activities and find ways to elevate these important pillars. • Accelerate Development of a Boat Ramp in Puna. Work in partnership with the State Department of Land Et. Natural Resources Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation to accelerate the process to locate and construct a boat ramp in Puna to support subsistence gathering rights and area lawai'a (fishermen/fisherwomen), a group that drives critically important economy of the region. Keep Hawai.is Congressional delegation apprised of the evolving situation so they can advocate for funding and assist with process acceleration as necessary. • Pursue Workforce Development. Support eruption displaced and impacted businesses and workers. Build a resilient workforce through ongoing training and workshops that increase capacity and the ability to adapt to or shift between industries. Embark on a long-term planning horizon, in partnership with educational institutions and business organizations, to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship. • Encourage Small Business. Establish a business case management program to empower businesses in Pahoa Town, Volcano Town and interested entrepreneurs in the Puna region with resources and tools to provide operational continuity, develop and enhance brand identity, and increase ability to market globally. • Assist Kua 0 Ka La New Century Public Charter School with Interim Needs and Permanent Relocation. Hundreds of students were displaced as a result of the school being taken during the 2018 lava flow. Utilize existing funds to support immediate temporary facility upgrade needs. Convene stakeholder meetings to keep immediate and long-term efforts progressing forward. State, County, and community stakeholders must unite and work with a sense of urgency to assist Kua 0 Ka La NCPCS in finding and securing a permanent location. • Support and Increase Educational Opportunities. Collaborate with the Department of Education to improve educational outcomes and find ways to bridge learning and trades work with the University of Hawai'i-Hilo and Hawai'i Community College. Lean on businesses and organizations to provide students with ongoing mentorship opportunities and internship programs for hands-on learning. • Increase Access to Resources to Drive Positive Impact. Explore the Impact Hub model and consider where in Puna to invest in a network of collaborative, community spaces. Determine feasibility and prioritize development of: certified kitchens to enhance the region's culinary scene, process goods and develop value-added products; multi-use space for presentations and movie screenings; computer and technology lab; and recording studio, to build an innovative, entrepreneurial eco-system. 3. Health and Social Services Recovery Support Function Goal: Establish and maintain a robust cross-sector network to provide a coordinated suite of health, medical and social services that support individual and community post-disaster recovery and resilience. Objectives include: • Establish a Case Management System. Set-up a case management program to assist each impacted household to resolve unmet needs including but not limited to housing, employment, health care, behavioral health, substance abuse, transportation, child care, and animal care. • Boost Community and Youth Programs. Sponsor and encourage community-based youth and social programs that promote empowerment, facilitate meaningful conversations, interim£ ?.P,.�,.kc.fi,)'ft,;;"r,. F.1 CS.C.,Y�A'f 1f 8 ikt usi4. 2019