2025-07-01 GMAC Special Meeting Minutes Draft

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gathering rights. He explained that the current draft general plan 2045, issued in July 2024, lacks comprehensive mention of game management, hunting, and traditional practices, with only scattered references and limited actions related to these topics. Chuck noted that the pIan's implementation actions are crucial for the commission to review, as they provide guidance on how the general plan will be carried out, and he raised questions about the existence of a "draft 2" on the county website, which he had not received clarification on from the planning department. Game Management Plan Gaps Analysis Chuck presented an analysis of the county general pIan's collaborative biocultural stewardship section, noting that while it contains goals and objectives related to natural and cultural resource management, there is no specific mention of game management or the Game Management Advisory Commission. He identified several gaps in the plan, including the lack of an inventory of game management areas and access points, and recommended that the Commission consider adding policies and actions to support their work, such as creating an inventory of game management areas and placing the Commission under the office of sustainability. The Commission expressed appreciation for Chuck's efforts and requested more information about his background and credentials in public policy analysis. Hawaii Game Plan 2045 Finalization The Hawaii Game Management Advisory Commission discussed and approved recommendations for the final draft of the Hawaii County General Plan 2045, focusing on preserving subsistence hunting, fishing, and traditional cultural gathering rights. The commission agreed to adopt changes suggested during the meeting, including updates to the letter's heading and address, and authorized the chair to sign and submit the letter to the Hawaii County Council by July 9th. The commission also reviewed and approved amendments that mirrored language from the 2019 draft plan, streamlining the process for finalizing the letter of recommendation. Action item:R.Duerr motioned to accept the GMAC Recommendations for Final Draft General Plan 2025 letter to Council Chair Inaba. Seconded by B. Ley. Motion carried by roll call with 5 ayes, no nays, and 1 excuse. Game Management Glossary Updates Presentation by Chuck Flaherty on the Howai'i County draft General Plan 2045, Comprehensive Review as it relates to public access, recreation, trails, cultural and environmental resources. The meeting focused on issues with the General Plan 2045 related to game management, where it was noted that key terms were missing and specific policies were not included. The group discussed proposed additions to the glossary, including a definition for game 3