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Cmr. Crivello spoke and said they observed the cleared area during their site visit, and it is probably just shy of two acres and it is being kept clear for showing of the property. MELANIE SEYLER testified that the property was mowed within the last couple days and it is being kept open so people can look at the property. Chr. Kelepolo asked if there were any further discussions for this suggestion. There being none, she moved on to the next suggestion. V. Chr. Rosam disclosed that she is a director of Ka 'Ohana Honu'apo and stepped out of the room. h) Sugg.24-08, Honu'apo, Ka'u, Hawaii. TMK(3)9-5-014:060,029 Cmr. Lee shared his experience during his site visit to Honu'apo and talked about the current 10-year lease agreement that the Owner has with the County. He mentioned that so many families use the existing park and during the short time of his site visit, seven or eight families had come; some were fishing and throwing net, and others were walking around the area. Cmr.Ward spoke and said Honu'apo has been such a treasure ever since it got cleaned up considered whether it would be better for PONC to purchase the property or if the County should purchase it because they're already leasing it for$70,000 a year. She asked why the County hasn't bought it with Parks& Recreation funds and if it is the responsibility of PONC to rescue Parks & Rec. Chr. Kelepolo shared that besides Punalu'u, Ka'u doesn't have any other safe swimming areas for families. Cmr. Ward asked DCC Mellon-Lacey if there is any guidance on the acquisition of park land versus PONC land. DCC Mellon-Lacey was unable to provide guidance as it would depend on the land and the property's plan. There being no further discussions, Chr. Kelepolo invited V. Chr. Rosam back into the room at 11:34 a.m. i) Sugg.24-09, Upolu Point, N. Kohala, Hawai 'i.TMK(3)5-5-007:002 GAIL BYRNE-BABER, board member for Kohala Lihikai,the nominating organization for this parcel,testified in favor of Suggestion 24-09. She shared that there is a community celebration with lineal descendants, and primarily a gathering to focus on giving gratitude for moving the parcel forward towards permanent protection that it deserves. Chr. Kelepolo asked the commissioners if anyone had anything further to add regarding this suggestion. There being no further discussion, she opened the floor to those wishing to testify on the next suggestion. Minutes of July 8, 2024 Page 5