2025-01-16 Chuck Flaherty, Moku Loa Group, Sierra Group

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Policy 2.5 Watershed management planning should recognize the ecosystem service value of watersheds and open space to protect scenic vistas and aesthetic values; water recharge; carbon sequestration; oxygen production; habitat enhancement and preservation; fire suppression and fuel load management; soil conservation; preservation of cultural values; and the potential for additional public access and recreation nal opportunities. Objective 4 The historical integrity, character, scenic assets, and open spaces of our communities are protected, restored, and treated as unique assets with significant social and economic value and managed in perpetuity. Policy 4.2 Increase public access opportunities to scenic places and vistas. Policy 4.3 Public access to significant historic sites and objects should be acquired, where appropriate. 4. Land Use, 1.4 Urban Growth Areas Objective 13 Increase the use of Smart Growth principles to focus development within designated urban centers. Policy 13.6 The establishment of urban types of zoning may include additional acreages to accountfor acreages utilized for public benefits, such as historic sites,public access,parks, and open space. Policy 13.43 Coastal resort developments shall provide public access to and public parking for beach and shoreline areas. Policy 13.44 The development or designation of new resort areas should complement the character of the area; protect the environment and natural beauty; respect existing lifestyles, cultural practices, and cultural resources; and provide shoreline public access. 4.2.3 Active Living Corridors and Public Access Objective 17 Increase transportation connect Policy 17.5 Ensure that existing active living corridors that are publicly owned or available by easement are properly identified and that their access elements are secured and documented. a)Primary examples include but are not limited to historic trails and roads,roads-in-limbo, `paper roads', former sugar cane roads,train infrastructure remnants (Rails to Trails), and pedestrian and bicycling paths. b) "Acceptance"by the County of the responsibilities detailed in the grant of easements should require County Council action and a dedicated funding source. Policy 17.6 Provide public pedestrian access opportunities to scenic places and vistas.