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Nene are present during construction activities, all activities within 100 feet(30 <br /> meters) should cease, and the bird should not be approached. Work may continue <br /> after the bird leaves the area of its own accord. Contact DOFAW for further <br /> guidance if a nest is discovered or a previously undiscovered nest is found on the <br /> subject property after work begins. <br /> 16. To protect any Hawaiian Hawks (`Io) in the project vicinity,prior to cutting any <br /> trees on the subject property, a qualified biologist shall survey the area to ensure <br /> no Hawaiian Hawk nests are present. `Io nests may be present during the breeding <br /> season from March to September. <br /> 17. To prevent the spread of Rapid `Ohi`a Death(ROD), other harmful fungal <br /> pathogens, vertebrate and invertebrate pests (e.g. Little Fire Ants, Coqui Frogs), <br /> or invasive plant parts, DOFAW requests that the applicant consult with the Big <br /> Island Invasive Species Committee (BIISC) in planning, design and construction <br /> of the project in order to properly mitigate spread of high-risk invasive species. <br /> Additionally, the applicant shall minimize the movement of plant or soil material <br /> between worksites in order to prevent the spread of invasive species. All <br /> equipment, materials and personnel shall be cleaned of excess soil and debris. All <br /> gear that contains soil, such as work boots and vehicles, should be thoroughly <br /> cleaned with water and sprayed with 70% alcohol solution. <br /> 18. To prevent the spread of invasive plant species, the Applicant shall use native <br /> plant species, not invasive species, for landscaping that are appropriate for the <br /> area. DOFAW requests that the applicant consult with the Hawaii-Pacific Weed <br /> Risk Assessment website to determine potential invasiveness of plants proposed <br /> for use in the project. Additionally, the applicant should consult with the website <br /> www.plantpono.org for guidance on selection and evaluation for landscaping <br /> plants. <br /> 19. The applicant shall comply with all applicable County, State and Federal laws, <br /> rules, regulations and requirements. <br /> -11- <br />