2019-09-09 Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation Commission Minutes-Approved

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Dwight Vicente testifies on the illegal occupation and the illegal pro- cession of the Hawaiian Islands and its lands. He encourages the commission to review the joint resolution regarding lands. He says that the Hawaiian Kingdom Government is still active today un-der the protest by Queen Liliuokalani. Wade Lee, landowner of property, its ecosystem, and restoration efforts in the restoration of the Sandalwood forest and other native plants, such as the Koa. He is here to learn about the Stewardship program and how they might be able to use grant funding to support the numerous projects. James Akau, Executive Director, testifies in support of Stu. 19-003, Na Mamo O Kawa. He gives a background accounting of the on-going stewardship efforts and projects. He expresses the need for native fishing rights, the harvesting of Opihi, and commercialized fishing events being held at Kawa. He validates public concerns and the need for shoreline plan. Keoni Fox, the Secretary/Treasurer testifies in support of Stu. 19-004, K He states that this is their third year applying for grant funding for Kahua Olohu. He says that they have just finished their first contract and mowing the grass. They are very excited to proceed with cultural activities. Sophie Hanoa introduces herself and her connection to Kawa testifies in support of Stu. 19-003, Na Mamo O Kawa and not in support of Stu. 19-002, National Parks Arts Foundation. She gives an accounting how the public disregard for the cultural significance of the property re- garding the three Heiaus; how the alignment, energy, and religious significance is extremely important to preserve it from outsiders. She ploitation. They are having issues with native rights, overfishing, and harvesting of Opihi which is being sold to support Crystal Meth. Larry Feldor, volunteer testifies in support of Stu. 19-003, Na Mamo O Kawa. He stresses the need to continue to steward the lands by working with the community, the who know about the land and support cultural practices. Jesse Potter, Executive Director, testifies in support of Stu. 19-001 Phh I Ka Lani. He gives a historical accounting of stewardship on- going efforts of the property. He states the need regarding accessi- bility, water issues (no water onsite), and application delays are over- lapping which makes maintenance and events scheduling over-lap- ping. Pernell Hanoa introduces himself, testifies not in support of Stu. 19-002 National Parks Arts Foundation. He expresses his concerns regarding PONC Se ptember 9, 2019 Mi nute s- Approved Page Α of Η