2007-09-10 Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission Minutes

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Discussion on whether the Commission can write a letter to the Mayor to release funds for Communication Nos. 07 -049 (Waimea Trails & Greenways Project) and 07 -050 (Waimea District Park) submitted by Mr. Bob Hunter. Ms. Self questioned if this was even within the jurisdiction of the Commission. Ms. Garcia noted that a letter of support for the project should at least be submitted. Ms. Schuster added that maybe after the property is assessed then the Commission can send him a letter. Mr. Yada stated that this is outside the scope of the Commission, and recommends that they don't get involved. Ms. Springer then suggested that a letter go to Mr. Hunter indicating that it's outside of the Commission's jurisdiction. Mr. Kaneshiro questioned why the suggestion forms should be assessed if the funding is already available. Mr. Yada stated that in the future there could be room for the open space fund to acquire portions of the trail, but not at this time. Motion: Commissioner Schuster moved that the Commission approve of Commissioner Springer writing a letter to Mr. Bob Hunter regarding Waimea District Park and Waimea Trails & Greenways informing him that the Commission is considering the submissions under the Commission guidelines and that it's out of the Commission's jurisdiction. Ms. Springer seconded the motion. All members voted aye, motion carried. • Discussion on whether the Commission can write a letter to the Hawaii County Council Mayor to pass Bill #114 in favor of Communication Nos. 07 -048 (Waimea Pu`u) submitted by Mr. Bob Hunter. Ms. Self mentioned that Bill 114 has already been passed by the Hawaii County Council so no further action needs to be taken. NEW BUSINESS Preparation of a schedule for completion of 2007 Annual Report. Mr. Kaneshiro suggested that a draft be done by mid - November so that site visits can be set -up for the top properties on the list. Mr. Flores noted that the draft prioritized list be done by the October meeting so that it can be circulated to the various departments (County Planning, Parks & Recreation, Finance) for review and input. This information will be incorporated for the report in its' final draft in November and finalized in December. • Discussion with Deputy Corporation Counsel Amy Self on whether the Commission can write a letter to the Kauai PONC to obtain information on their activities. Mr. Kaneshiro addressed Ms. Self that maybe both Commissions can benefit from one another and share thoughts and ideas which could be beneficial. Ms. Self stated that there is no problem with this and mentioned that Mr. Dave Caylor still intends to have Ms. Self and the Chair attend one of their meetings in the future. Mr. Kaneshiro then asked about the Maui Commission. Ms. Schuster replied that Maui's Open Space fund is under a certified local government out of the f�