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to the County and they reduced their amount. There was an opportunity so they had to <br />move quickly. <br />Mr. Kaneshiro stated he didn't think the Finance department would go around to see if <br />anybody would be willing to donate funds. It's the local people who were really <br />interested. Mr. Kaneshiro stated that Chair was right; who will bring all of these things <br />together. <br />Mr. Yung stated that was what Dave Caylor does. <br />Mr. Flores mentioned the Trust for Public Lands. Mr. lores stated a relationship had <br />already been developed; maybe for Kawa' a that would be ideal. That could be something <br />he could suggest at the Council meeting. <br />Ms. Garovoy stated that the Hawaii Island Land Trust would eventually hire an <br />executive director so when the Trust for Pubic Lands can't step because they are <br />overburden with projects throughout the State, there will be another local funded <br />organization that would have some staff that could work with the County and State. <br />Mr. Flores stated the Trust for Public Lands had more flexibility and they can move on <br />things faster. <br />Ms. Garovoy stated if there was no urgency on seller's part, you could enter into a longer <br />term option and take your time. <br />Chair stated the only place that is "iffy" was the Marcia Johnson lot because she had it on <br />the market. Chair stated regarding Ed Olson's portion, he would probably sell it for what <br />he purchased it for. <br />Ms. Self stated the Johnson parcel was "upping" the price. <br />Mr. Campbell stated it was selling for 8 million. <br />Chair Replogle called for a vote regarding his going to Hilo to testify at the Council <br />Finance Committee on behalf of the Commission regarding Kawa `a and Punalu `u <br />pursuant to the Commission's previous recommendation. Commissioner Flores <br />pursuant to Chair Replogle's request moved for a motion. Commissioner Campbell <br />seconded <br />Chair Replogle called for a vote on the Motion, all members voted aye by voice vote, <br />motion carried <br />Chair stated on November 4, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. there will be a blessing for <br />Hono`apo with free lunch and music. <br />19 <br />