2020-03-09 Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation Commission Minutes-Approved

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Keoni Fox: in support of Sugg. 20-016, working with TPL, talks about the parcel hosting overnight camping, surfing, fishing, and diving. There is bay area has a great sandy area; above the bay is a spring hosting fresh water; and forest and dryland areas of the property. Simmy McMichael: in support of Sugg. 20-001, 002, and 012, and reads her testi- mony. In summary, she mentions the historical and cultural usage of the beach area of Banyan, needs for parking, restrooms, pavilions, lifeguards, and buildings to benefit the community and visitors. With willing sellers, she hopes that the County can purchase these lands. Lokelani McMichael: Lokelani supports 20-001, 002, 012 and gave a brief history of the properties in relationship to the Ali’i. Banyan’s is used mostly by the surfers including those of the royal family. There are problems with no parking or re- strooms. Banyan’s should be saved. Antu Harvey: in support of Sugg. 20-013, represents Holualoa Village Ohana and and would be the steward groups of these properties. She gives a brief history, school, and surrounding area. It is a great opportunity to preserve it, as it is in threat of high development. Leslie Rohl: in support of Sugg. 20-015, COO of Hilo LLC, and reads her testimony. In summary, she gives a brief background of Hilo LLC, her background, and their relationship in preserving this parcel for the people of Hawai‘i. Caycie Wong: in support of Sugg. 20-015, as the attorney for the Hilo Project LLC. She gives a brief background of the property, rich in history and cultural. There is huge support from the local community and the fishermen. Dean Fukuchi: in support of Sugg. 20-015, he reads his testimony and leaves a copy of his testimony with the commission. In summary, he gives a brief history during the era of sugarcane and the production of. He stresses the commission to consider the surrounding lots which would be environmentally friendly buffer zone. Shae Kamakaala: in support of Sugg. 20-015, Director of Aina Protection for Ha- waiian Islands Land Trust (HILT) and gives a brief description of their relationship with the non-profits of Kohala. HILT is working for outside funding and community members to support their application. Edward Rapoza: in support of Sugg. 20-001, 013, and 015, as the real estate bro- ker for the three landowners. He gives a brief description of each parcel and all Hawai‘i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. Page 3 of 10