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DOMINGO: Thank you, Mr. Chairman. In deference to the comments made by Commissioner Iwashita regarding the community development plan, any community development plan should reflect that which is contained in the General Plan. The community development plan does not have a direct force of law to change the General Plan. The General Plan designates this particular area for Medium Density Development; and that is concurrent with what the developer is proposing right now. I’m caught with that dilemma because I know what the residents are saying. But by the same token we’re beholding by the contents of the General Plan and to enforce and perpetuate that kind of use as predicated by the Plan. Now I don’t know if there is any other logical way in which we can address the kind of concerns that have been expressed here this morning. But I think for me the overriding factor is that, is the General Plan states that these particular areas are for Medium Density use and the proposed development is concurrent with that use. And I feel that the General Plan is an overriding document in the County Government that permits a development of this island as we, as th residents would want it. And that’s why we, I think, every 10 year there is a review, a general review of the General Plan; and that is when a comprehensive review is taking place. And any changes that needs to be taken either for or against inclusion of any part of this island for future expansion or developments are made at that time. And those kinds of changes can also be made during the interim in those years preceding it, you know. And it’s sad, it’s sad to say that I think many of our residents on this island has not taken that opportunity to really look at the General Plan and to, especially during the time for a review of that Plan, to look at it and see what the General Plan has in the way of impacting where I live for now and for the future. Now, hopefully, you know, if I can determine what would be in the future and if I am against any sort of development then I can start taking efforts to make that change in the development plan. And that’s why I’ve long advocated that, you know, people of this island should take it very seriously to look at the General Plan when it is being reviewed. And not only that, it’s to keep track of what happens in the County Government every day, because sometimes we tend to forget or not become aware of what’s happening when things are, when things will impact our lives. And this is the time where, you know, with this particular application the residents in that little development is finally just become aware of what’s happening and it’s something that, you know, it’s a big change. It’s a change for them; and I can appreciate their concerns. But by the same token there are other rights that the landowners have with respect to the use of their property. And with that, you know, I try to be as fair as I can be. And if there is any other avenue of approach by the developer or the citizens in trying to just sit down with the applicants and see, you know, be resolved to the fact that if this is approved it will happen, but if it does happen what can the developer do to help alleviate some of these concerns, which, you know, might be nil. But, you know, some kind of effort like this could happen, but it’s between those parties concerned. But as for me I’m satisfied that the General Plan is being followed, and this is concurrent with its use. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. WOODWARD: Thank you. Madam Director. 14 EXHIBIT A