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Ferry System (Inter-Island) and Small Boat Harbor Improvements for Maui,
<br /> Lanai, & Molokai Islands, HI Lead County Regulatory Planner responsible for
<br /> processing coastal permit applications, shoreline variances, and supporting
<br /> environmental assessment documents for major facility improvements at the
<br /> County's small boat harbors and its inter-island ferry system. The seven separate
<br /> projects, each with its own coastal and environmental review and approval process,
<br /> updated and improved commercial vessel operations and ocean recreational
<br /> facilities at Lahaina Harbor, Mala Wharf, Maalaea Harbor, Kihei Boat Ramp, Hana
<br /> Boat Ramp, Manele Bay, Lanai, and Kaunakakai, Molokai. Coordinated public input
<br /> and presented each project to the respective island Planning Commission during
<br /> public hearings where the merits, mitigation strategies, best management practices
<br /> and conditions of approval were discussed, debated, and voted upon. Managed all
<br /> aspects of the environmental, coastal and public permitting and review process.
<br /> Facilitated incorporation of lighting restrictions, sewage pump out facilities, refueling
<br /> limitations, architectural review and improved public and trailer-vessel parking
<br /> facilities at Maalaea and Manele Bay. Minimized concerns about dredging
<br /> operations and contaminants at Mala and Kihei locations by recommending
<br /> conditions to implement site-specific best management practices and protocols.
<br /> Traffic Impact Analysis, Kalaeloa, Oahu, HI. Completed a traffic assessment for
<br /> the relocation of Hawaii Army National Guard staff, troops and equipment from Fort
<br /> Ruger to Kalaeloa (Kapolei), Oahu, HI. Facilitated public involvement and input from
<br /> community committees on impact mitigation. The report and its mitigation measures
<br /> were approved by the Hawaii State Department of Transportation. The project
<br /> included creation of low-cost mechanisms such as traffic calming and traffic flow
<br /> enhancement to alleviate potential congestion during peak rush hour periods and
<br /> enhancing roadway capacity without resorting to costly infrastructure improvements.
<br /> Lipoa Street Commercial Center, Kihei, HI Obtained Commission approval for
<br /> three LEED certified buildings and the first use of porous concrete parking areas on
<br /> Maui to facilitate onsite storm water treatment. Project included dedicated bike lanes,
<br /> pedestrian friendly access, and traffic calming traffic flow improvements.
<br /> Hazardous Material, Hazardous Waste, Petroleum OR & Lubricants Facility
<br /> Analysis, Guam. To support the US Marine Corp with plans to relocate from Japan
<br /> to Guam, developed data and information for Conceptual Development Plans to
<br /> manage HM/HW/POL. Analyzed handling, public transit restrictions, usage,
<br /> distribution, individual accumulation sites and processes, 90 day storage and long-
<br /> term disposal and and storage restrictions were evaluated.
<br /> Kane Street Mixed Use Commercial Development, Kahului, HI — Obtained
<br /> Commission approval for an innovative, pedestrian friendly, multi-modal urban infill
<br /> redevelopment project which improves sense of community and place with walkable
<br /> landscapes, traffic calming devices, complete streets and affordable housing. The
<br /> site design mixes residential condominiums above commercial establishments and
<br /> an expanded pedestrian-oriented corridor with restaurants, cafes, shops and open
<br /> space areas creating a linear corridor between neighboring malls, Maui Community
<br /> College, dormitory's and a government service center. LEED certification obtained.
<br /> Wastewater Utility Water Quality Research Development Manager for a variety
<br /> of collaborative NPO, NGO, Academic and public research projects designed to
<br /> assist wastewater utilities. Research endeavors addressed watershed planning,
<br /> infrastructure development, public health, wastewater and storm water treatment,
<br /> membrane technology, wet weather and alternative treatment systems, ecological
<br /> risk, constructed wetlands and agricultural application. Secured over $1 million in
<br /> renewable funding to support the research program. Created a national study on
<br /> pathogen removal in reclaimed wastewater effluent resulting in new state and federal
<br /> reuse policy. Disseminated research results at conferences and public meetings.
<br /> Thorne Abbott
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