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idea would be to compile a list of groups from each of the districts for volunteers to assist with <br />"hands -on" management of new lands acquired by the County. <br />In addition, create a list of federal programs including National Fish & Wildlife, National <br />Oceanic & Atmospheric Association, National Park Service and Federal Highways <br />Administration, to be considered by the Commission for alternative funding sources. <br />Further, consider having a presentation by representatives of TPL or Nature Conservancy to see <br />what other properties are currently being considered. <br />Ms. Garcia mentioned that the Commission pursues the various "big money" foundations on the <br />island for additional funds. Mr. Flores didn't feel that it was within the Commission's capacity <br />to approach them, but maybe identifying a list of foundations to be considered. Ms. Garcia <br />stated that she wants to discuss and recommend how to utilize the local sponsorship foundations <br />by working through the County. Mr. Yada noted that under the County Code, the Commission <br />cannot be involved with actual acquisition, however he is open to further discussions, and should <br />further research be done to find alternative funding sources. <br />UNFINISHED BUSINESS <br />• Assessment of 2007 Suggestion Forms <br />Mr. Kaneshiro stressed to the Commission that they should be working on the 2007 suggestion <br />forms to be completed and turned in for the September meeting. <br />('The commissioners went into discussion regarding the Suggestion forms). <br />Discussion of 2007 Annual Report to the Mayor <br />(A "draft" outline of the prioritized list for the 2007 annual report to the Mayor prepared by Mr. <br />Kaneshiro was distributed among the Commission). Mr. Kaneshiro mentioned that this proposed <br />draft would include maps, site pictures and narrative descriptions so that the Mayor would have <br />more information. He asked the Commission to review and provide any comments at the <br />September meeting. <br />NEW BUSINESS <br />• Discussion on whether the Commission can write a letter to the Mayor to release <br />funds for Communication Nos. 07 -049 (Waimea Trails & Greenways Project) and <br />07 -050 (Waimea District Park) submitted by Mr. Bob Hunter. <br />• Discussion on whether the Commission can write a letter to the Hawaii County <br />Council Mayor to pass Bill #114 in favor of Communication Nos. 07 -048 (Waimea <br />Pu`u) submitted by Mr. Bob Hunter. <br />-10- <br />