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<br />Dr. Frank suggests reviewing other applications. Ms. Chang suggest sharing the <br />application. Mr. Ventura says that Ms. Cutler can work with the applicants with <br />their needs. Ms. Cutler clarified that she can work with this applicant with <br />budgetary items and project details for the next meeting. <br /> <br />There being no further discussion, Chr. Kelepolo asked for roll call vote: Ms. <br />Ward, Dr. Frank, Ms. Kaneali’i, Ms. Chang, Ms. Crivello, Ms. Rosam, and Chr. <br />Kelepolo all verbally voted “Aye” and two excused absences, the motion passed. <br /> <br />Chr. Kelepolo excused representatives from Hui Ho’oniho, reminding them to <br />work with the finance department, and come back to the next special meeting. <br />She then called to the microphone representatives for STU. 23-06, Na Maka O <br />Waipio. <br /> <br />h) STU. 23-06, Na Maka O Waipio for Pohoiki, Puna, Hawai’i. Tax Map Key No. <br />(3) 1-3-008:097. <br />i. Representatives from Na Maka O Waipio were Annamarie Kon and Makana <br />Ripley. <br /> <br />Ms. Kon approaches the microphone with a short “mele oli” (Hawaiian Chant) <br />and introduces themselves and what they have done and accomplished. She <br />explains the challenges they face as well as the piloting programs with other <br />funding for Puna. She has found memories of growing up at Pohoiki and <br />direct ties to the land thru her Ohana. She tells a brief history of the area with <br />boats and canoes at the bay. She explains why they need the grant and what <br />they are using it for education. <br /> <br />Chr. Kelepolo opened the interview session. <br /> <br />Chr. Kelepolo confirmed that resolution from Councilman Ashley Kierkiewicz <br />for the 2021 Grant, and asked how the organization survived these past <br />years. Ms. Kon says they received “philanthropy” funding and will last till the <br />end of this year. <br /> <br />Ms. Chang asked for clarification on grant usage. Ms. Kon explains their goals <br />for educational goals, eradication of invasive species, and perhaps to <br />purchase equipment to get to the parcel. <br /> <br />Dr. Frank asked if they know of any plans to open the road, since the lava flow <br />has covered it and is there water in the park. Ms. Kon says according to <br />studies the ground still has hot spots and plans to open the road may take <br />PONC Minutes of September 12, 2022, Approved <br /> <br />Page 11 <br /> <br />