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a) Sugg.24-01, Honalo Ahupua'a, N. Kona, Hawai'i. TMK(3) 7-9-005:008,009,039,&040 There being no testifiers, Chr. Kelepolo requested that the PInG representative provide the report for this suggestion. V. Chr. Rosam gave a brief recap of those present and reported that they hiked along the coast and identified the property boundary lines. During discussions,they were able to better understand the organizations that could help with the stewardship of the area and its significance. b) Sugg.24-02,Joseph Rock Arboretum, N. Kona, Hawai'i. TMK(3)7-4-008:057 Chr. Kelepolo disclosed that she is the Vice President of Moku O Keawe Land Conservancy; however, she consulted with Deputy Corporation Counsel Jean Campbell. Since there would not be any discussions regarding this suggestion, she would not recuse herself at this time but would recuse herself at the next meeting. She then opened the floor for public testimony for this suggestion. JILL WAGNER, Owner of Joseph Rock Arboretum, spoke in support of Sugg. 24-02. She gave a brief overview about herself and shared her vision for a place where people can go to learn about forestry.The arboretum is a seed bank that acts similar to a safety deposit box where partners can store their seeds.Jill's wish is for this place to be open to the public after she passes away. DEBBIE HECHT, Pres of Moku O Keawe Land Conservancy, spoke in support of Sugg. 24- 02. Ms. Hecht states that her organization would hold the land conservation easement. She shared that on their original suggestion form, they submitted 37 acres; however, they have increased it to 48 acres, including the seed bank area and the future forest. She shared that the property has a deed restriction and cannot be subdivided, so all 48 acres will need to be intact. There being no further testifiers for this suggestion report, Chr. Kelepolo requested that the PInG representative provide the report for this suggestion. Cmr. Chang briefly explained how she organized the report and expressed that at the time of the site visit, the suggestion only included approximately 37 acres but has since been increased to almost 48. Considering the property has only been owned by the current owner for less than five years, the accomplishments thus far are a testament to the owner's tireless and passionate commitment to the protection of Native Hawaiian flora.There is a 7.5-acre dryland forest of rare and threatened Native Hawaiian plants, a sturdy fence line, fire break, solar power, and a fully functioning seed bank. Cmr. Ward added that it was an inspiring and heartening site visit. c) Sugg.24-03, Kaloko Residential Park, N. Kona, Hawai'i.TMK(3) 7-3-009:028(por) There being no testifiers for this suggestion report, Chr. Kelepolo requested that the PInG representative provide the report for this suggestion. Draft-Minutes of May 13, 2024 Page 2