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The subject property has been partially cleared and developed with three <br /> structures. Flora on the remainder of the property includes introduced plant <br /> species such as fruit trees and vegetable crops, in addition to various non-native <br /> tree and shrub species. There are no known endangered or listed plant species on <br /> the property. <br /> Although not detected during the survey, it is possible that small number <br /> Hawaiian Hawk, endangered Hawaiian Petrel, the endangered band rumped storm <br /> petrel and the threatened Newell's shearwater fly over the area between the <br /> summer and fall seasons. The Hawaiian goose or nene, although not observed <br /> during the survey, have the potential to be present. The Hawaiian Hoary Bat, <br /> although not observed during the daytime surveys, are assumed to be present. No <br /> native terrestrial reptiles or amphibians were observed during the survey. The <br /> report recommended standard mitigation measures to protect the endangered <br /> species listed above that should be adhered to during construction and operation <br /> of the Hamakua Health Center. <br /> ■ Possible adverse effect or impairment of valued resources: Native vegetation may <br /> be destroyed by ground alternation and construction activities, however, there is <br /> no evidence that the flora in the area is particularly desired or used for cultural <br /> practices. There are no identified springs, pu`u, native forest groves, gathering <br /> resources, or other natural features present on or near the project site that would <br /> support traditional resource uses. Some vegetation may be destroyed by <br /> construction of the transitional medical clinic and workforce housing, but there is <br /> no evidence of adverse effects or impairments to valued resources. <br /> As mentioned above, impacts on identified archaeological resources will <br /> be addressed through the approval of a draft AIS. As archaeological remains <br /> could be inadvertently be uncovered during development activities, a condition of <br /> approval will be added to address and mitigate any inadvertent finds. <br /> Hawaiian fishing/gathering rights will not be affected by this project and <br /> as there is no direct public access to the shoreline or mountains located within the <br /> -13- <br />