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

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The PONC Commission held a lengthy discussion with Ms. Tanya Ortega, NPAF President, who clarified the use of grant funding for filming a production of the cultural history of the People of Kawa, Kahua Olohu Makahiki Grounds, and along the Kahuku Coast, Ka'u, Hawai'i. Ms. Ortega confirms that they are a non-profit or- ganization and no affiliation to any Federal agency. The commis- sion was very insightful and recommended to Ms. Ortega, that there may be other funding sources within other agencies that might assist her, such as the County's Filming Commission. The commission voted that this project does not meet the Charter and should not move forward with a positive recommendation. Motion: MS. PAIK-MANDER to not recommend Stewardship grant- funding proposal from National Parks Arts Foundation. Se-conded by DR. FRANK. Being no further discussions, four members voted aye, with one opposed, motion carried. STU. 19-003: N Mamo I Kawa: The PONC Commission held a lengthy discussion with Mr. James Akau, Executive Director regarding delayed payments of previ- ous grant awards that affect the scheduling of maintenance of the property, educational events, and workshops with over 100 organizations. Mr. Akau testifies that there is a need for native rights and protection of the natural resources from commercial activities. He stresses the need for grant monies to come in on schedule. With limited and timely payments, it makes it very hard to keep up with the proprietary and financial needs. The PONC Commission voted that the project at this level of funding, as long as it meets the Charter, should move forward with a positive recommendation. Motion: MS. PAIK-MANDER mto recommend Stewardship grant- funding proposal from Na Mamo 0 Kawa. Seconded by DR. FRANK. Being no further discussions, all members voted aye, motion carried. STU. 19-001: Phh I Ka Lani: The PONC Commission held a lengthy discussion with Mr. Jessie raised on the delay of the grant awards. Mr. Potter explains that this delayed affect the scheduling of the maintenance of the property and upkeep. The grass grows fast and keeping track of the funds for which year is a constant struggle with P&R. Under the budget Summary, food items were just to provide the volunteers with water and snacks. Mr. Potter explained that they hold over 20 PONC Se ptember 9, 2019 Mi nute s- Approved Page Δ of Η