2019-12-31 (2019 PONC Annual Report to the Mayor)

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This is the last of six parcels total that will have been purchased by the PONC, completing a 6-mile span of continuously preserved coastline. The Akulikuli, Hinahina, Ilima, Naupaka, and Pa’u Ohiiaka are present Because of the successes of King Kamehameha I and unifying the Islands; this area has the highest concentration of intact pre-contact sites in the State Special Opportunity for Acquisition and Management The property is listed for sale on the open market. The nominating groups, as well as the North Kohala Community Access Group, have informed the owner of the community’s interest in preserving land. Kohala Lihikai has agreed to work with the land owner in seeking additional resources to assist in the purchase. The Hawaiian Islands Land Trust has offered assistance.