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j) STU. 24-10, Stewardship Grant Application for Ala Kahakai Trails Association for Kiolaka'a, Ka'u, Hawaii. Tax Map Key No. (3) 9-4-001:008, 009, 016, 017, and 023, requesting $173,500.00 for Management Planning. President Keoni Fox was present for ATA's grant for the Management Plan. Chr. Chang asked about the funding difference of $10,000 between the grant request of $173,500 and Nohopapa's quote of $163,507.00. Pres. Fox explained that the difference is for unforeseen issues and any additional work. He says they will return to the County if they don't use it. In the scope, they have scheduled over 30 oral interviews with about 100 questions, site visits, community outreach, and research documents. MOTION: V.Chr. Kelepolo moved to approve Stewardship Grant Application 24- 10, subject to the following conditions: that Finance review for any duplications that may be covered in last year's grant with this year's grant and evaluate the proposed budget before transmitting the stewardship grant application to council, separating those expenses that do not fit into the Hawaii County Charter and Code from those expenses which can be approved. Commissioner Plunkett seconded the motion, and a discussion ensued. Commissioner Plunkett commented on ATA's great work and efforts in Ka'o. There being no further discussion, Chr. Chang called for a roll -call vote. Commissioners Ward, Plunkett, Rosam, Kelepolo, Crivello, and Chr. Chang all verbally voted "Aye." With 6-Ayes, 2-Excused Absences, and 1-Vacancy, the motion passed unanimously. Chr. Chang asked for public testimony and invited the testifier to the microphone. Amedeo Markoff testified in support of STU. 24-11 and the need to protect areas frequently visited by the public. Puna is the fastest -growing community on the island, with increased illegal activity and limited resources. Puna needs help. k) STU. 24-11, Stewardship Grant Application for Na Maka Haloa O Waipi'o for Pohoiki, Puna, Hawai'i. Tax Map Key No. (3)1-3-008:097, requesting $260,000.00 for Maintenance Activities and Public Education. Executive Director Annamarie Kon introduced herself. Chr. Chang asked for the required documents that were missing. Secretary Cutler confirmed that some pages are blank, missing information, and documents are missing. She said they needed to review the application, which is the wrong version. Dir. Kon says the project name is Malama Puna O Pohoiki and confirmed that the grant application is for maintenance only. Secretary Cutler apologized and gave her copy to Mr. Ventura to make copies for the board. Chr. Chang excused this applicant while copies were being made and moved to Minutes of September 11, 2023, Approved Page 12