2006-10-09 Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission Minutes (Hilo Mtg)

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land was destroyed and her concern was that it could happen again. Ms. Burgess stated she hoped that everyone concerned could help each other and work together. Ms. Burgess stated she understood the process of the Committee and she's concerned that the amount of money available is not enough for projects. Ms. Burgess stated there should be an organized effort to search out possible funding sources and try to get some kind of ruling so people can't just hop in and start subdividing and selling off land for development without proper concern about the infrastructure and roads that would be needed if it was a big development. Ms. Burgess stated she's continuing her support for these efforts and community organizations. Ms. Burgess stated she's looking for any kind of guidance and suggestions of ways that communities could work closer together. Mr. Flores asked if there were other contact people or organizations that could be contacted besides those who submitted forms. Ms. Burgess stated she wasn't sure but she could get the Commission names. (female voice from public) Malama O Puna would support that. Mr. Campbell stated the 2% ballot would be the best place to start. Ms. Burgess stated she joined that organization to help and was surprised there were groups of people that were in opposition. Ms. Burgess stated obstacles shouldn't be put in the way for having initiatives being put on the ballot. SHERRY PALMER Ms. Palmer came to speak about Communication No. 06 -107 ( Waiele). Ms. Palmer stated Waiele and Honolulu Landing was part of the last native forest along the coast that's left in the State of Hawaii of that size and extent. Ms. Palmer stated there is a cultural forest and archeology. Part of the forest along the coast is Kahuwai, one of the largest ancient villages left along the coast. Ms. Palmer stated she thought it was important to preserve the whole portion versus carving them up which is what they are doing on the other side of the island. They are leaving small portions of native forest surrounded by subdivisions which doesn't work. Ann [Kobsa] is trying to research an old trial that went down through Waiele to the canoe landing. Mr. Flores asked who was selling the property and what was it selling for. Ms. Palmer stated it was close to 4 million dollars. [A magazine was passed around by a member of the audience with the property listed] Mr. Flores stated it was two parcels that were 165 acres, selling close to 4 million. 2