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PONC MAINTENANCE FUND <br />Year End FINAL Report # C.008221 <br /> <br />YEAR-END FINAL REPORT <br />MLA <br />Grant Agreement # C.008221 <br /> <br />This past year was challenging due to COVID-19 protocols and restrictions; however, we were <br />able to continue our project initiatives and complete our timeline goals. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Kohanaiki Ohana has previously installed educational welcome signage at the entryways to <br />help inform residents and visitors alike about the unique and delicate coastal ecosystem. <br />These signs highlight the endangered flora and fauna <br /> project. The area along the main entryway has been cleared of invasive species. This <br />work has included building passive rock barriers to keep vehicle use on the road and planting <br />guilds of native species on both sides to create a 100% native plant area. Our goal in this is to <br />show visitors and residents what coastlines may have looked like prior to colonization. This <br />also helps to create habitat for native fauna, especially the Hawaiian Yellow Faced Bee. The <br />entryway planting area hosts native groundcovers, intermixed with native shrubs and trees. <br />The attractive silver and green foliage, along with the colorful and aromatic native flowers, <br />help beautify the front entryway, and attract people to read the signage. <br /> <br />It is our goal that by having a clear and healthy example of native plants, that community <br />members and visitors can continue to learn and recognize native species and understand <br />their importance along the coastal strand. By enhancing the entryway environment, we are <br />setting an example for the rest of the beach to grow into. Our team regularly weeds, <br />monitors, and waters these areas. <br /> <br /> <br /> 2 <br /> <br />