2024-03-04 PL-SMA-2023-000046 Elsa Dedman Opposition Testimony

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algae systems are not changed from their native state and the marine life are protected. • SMAA, Zoning D., pg 28: The FEIS is dated 1988: therefore, this statement referencing the 1998 FEIS is not accurate which leads to misrepresentation of the SMA. Additionally, the 1988 FEIS is no longervalid and therefore, this section should be redacted. Further the C. Brewer 1988 zoning amendment via Ordinance No. 99-121 should be redesignated to Agriculture and Conservation district since C. Brewer defaulted on their development and never proceeded with the zoning that was approved. • Under Hawai'i law, the State and its agencies must afford Kanaka Maoli traditional burials "dignity and freedom from unnecessary disturbance." It is clearly written in the SMA the proposed Village and Wellness Center will destroy burial sites. Black Sands Beach LLC planned on developing and intentionally disrespect and desecrate the 'iwi Kupuna Sacred Burial Sites. Additionally, they are not any archeological site that utilizes a D-9 bulldozer for excavation of a sacred burial area; instead excavation are done by hand throughout the world. Per Mr. Arai the D-9 bulldozer is tool utilized to exam the ground for human remains. The Hawaiians believe the bones of their kupuna are imbued with mana (life force) and their proper care is a critical component of their well-being. Burial of'iwi infused the land with the necessary mana to nourish the natural world and the living and future generations of Kanaka Maoli, and to sustain the people's connection with the 'aina. Thus, the living have a kuleana (responsibility) to protect their ancestors 'iwi. Bulldozing the 'iwi of our ancestors is hewa (condemn). • Caring for Previously Identified and Inadvertently Discovered Burials: The Burial Council HRS chapter 6E gives the Island Burial Council (IBC) two options for the disposition of remains: "preservation in place or relocation of previously identified native Hawaiian burial sites"The Burial Councils must consult with recognized lineal and cultural descendants who either have direct genealogical ties to specific 'iwi kupuna or whose 'ohana reside in geographical areas where 'iwi kupuna are located. Black Sand Beach, LLC have not contacted the IBC to have a formal meeting to discuss the identified burial site prior to proposing building the proposed Village and Wellness Center. • SMAA, Economic Uses pg 53:The proposed development illusion of enhancing the overall attractiveness and vibrancy of Punalu'u will be the death of the natural habitat, ecosystem, biodiversity and true essence of its rural rich culture, 6