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Comm.25-004 From: Kaleiolani Pasciuta To: PONC Cc: Ventura. Hamann Subject: Re:Additional Information Requested for the 2025 PONC Stewardship Grant Application-Kupa Aina O Keauhou (25-03) Date: Monday,December 9,2024 10:00:33 AM Mahalo for the opportunity to provide clarification. Below is our response to the questions outlined in your previous email. MINA Assessi,nerit MII II leo^ ro^ Wr�,':d I rlior to arty liiinpr000^ii,nonrits ori tIlie I rolpert „ ridu6rig ^ir.noliirigI irnaJjor deaiJrig acrid p Ilairiflri oll' vegetafloiriI etc Wio Mll leo^ coi,npIeflrig tIlie MINA Assessi,nerit acrid Ilion The property underwent clearing prior to its PONC acquisition, and archaeological surveys have also been conducted with no findings. These documents should be in ownership of the county as part of the land sale. If not, Eduard Repoza (previous owner) can be contacted for these documents. At this time, we do not anticipate major clearing involving heavy equipment. However, the gap in stewardship since the property turnover in October of 2023 has resulted in overgrowth. To create usable space for the community, we propose using weed whackers and hand tools for selective clearing. Our long-term vision includes working with botanists and the community to repopulate the area with native vegetation. Additionally, we hope to collaborate with master gardeners to educate on native foods and support food security initiatives, a goal we anticipate pursuing over the next 2-5 years. For 2025, our immediate priority is creating a space where lineal descendants and the community can gather, rebuild pilina with the `aina, and strengthen connections with each other. This foundational step will allow us to incorporate kupuna `ike (ancestral knowledge) as we move forward with thoughtful and informed stewardship. "IIease I rooii o^ liu°0:oriliiaflori ori tIIie SyiiiilDro§a Il::ouridaflori Nio ar�:D the aril Wiat are tIl16ii' ualllill'lioaflouis? Nso, I rooiido^ us Mtli a copy oll' tIl16ii'scolpe oll' woill� airs esflirnates :or tIlie cost oll' tIl16i' seroiioo^o. The Symbrosia Foundation is a 501 c3 non-profit organization that fosters environmental sustainability and restorative career pathways in Hawai'i. They focus on creating partnerships, engaging in educational initiatives, and contributing to