2006-07-10 Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission Minutes (Kona Mtg)

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Motion was seconded by Commissioner Garovoy. Chair Replogle then asked if there was any discussion. Commissioner Flores asked for clarification as to who at OHA will a letter be submitted. The Commissioners discussed who the letter should be addressed to and who will be sent a copy. The Commissioners decided that the letter will be addressed to the administrator with copies to the board of trustees. The letter will indicate that the Alvarez's came to the Commission and that the Commission concurred with them and that it should be protected and that the Commission feels that OHA would be appropriate to be the entity to ultimately hold title. This will be considered will all the other applications at the end of the year but the Commission acknowledged the urgency of their request. Commissioner Springer agreed to draft with Commissioner Garovoy to review the letter. Chair Replogle stated that the letter should be mentioned that this is a good example of a citizen stepping up for what is culture and his community. Deputy Corporation Counsel Amy Self then re- stated the motion: Motion to submit a letter to OHA and the Mayor of the County of Hawaii to express the Commission's support for the protection of the caves as testified by Keoni Alvarez. Chair Replogle suggested that Mr. Alvarez indicated there was a potential partnership where the Mayor and OHA may not have to fork over the whole amount thus encouraging partnerships so that it will be palatable for all sides. Deputy Corporation Counsel Amy Self stated that Mr. Alvarez could be included in the letter. Chair Replogle called for a vote on the motion, all members voted aye by voice vote, motion carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Vice Chair Hannah Springer moved for approval of the minutes of May 30, 2006 regular session, seconded by Commissioner Kenneth Kaneshiro and carried unanimously by voice vote. 7