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Mr. Yada stated that in preparation of the 2008 budget, he may need to include additional funds <br />for the management and maintenance of properties acquired. <br />Mr. Kaneshiro noted that there have been discussions to have the Hawaii County Council <br />amend the two percent rule to allow for some of the open space funds to be used for management <br />and maintenance. He further suggested that the Commission write up a proposal and /or include a <br />write -up in the annual report to the Hawaii County Council to possibly use some of their <br />discretionary funds. <br />Mr. Gilmartin expressed that he has mixed feelings towards this idea since the original intent was <br />to purchase, they could easily get into a situation where the money goes towards management <br />instead of purchases. He stressed that it should only be short-term, possibly for a year or two just <br />to get started. <br />Mr. Kaneshiro mentioned that only a certain percentage could go towards management which <br />could be transferred over to a non - profit organization to assist them with management of the <br />properties. <br />Mr. Yung expressed that he agrees with Mr. Gilmartin and noted that the funds should be used <br />strictly for acquisition, open space and resource management. <br />Ms. Springer suggested that the discussion of the management issues could be included in the <br />annual report since it's been a deep concern in the community. <br />Ms. Schuster expressed that she likes the idea and feels that it is very important to include the <br />management issues in the annual report. <br />Mr. Yada also mentioned to the Commission that the District 3 position is still vacant and also <br />noted that Mr. Kaneshiro (District 1) and Mr. Yung's (District 4) term will expire on December <br />31, 2007. He addressed the Commission to be aware of this and to let him know if they can <br />think of anyone to fill these seats. <br />CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT <br />Mr. Kaneshiro thanked Ms. Kelepolo and the Commission for completing the initial drafting of <br />the prioritized list to be submitted to the Mayor. He mentioned that additional meetings may <br />need to be scheduled in November and December in order to complete the list and annual report. <br />He also emphasized about the possibility of site visits for the top properties on the list to improve <br />the report and include more information. <br />COMMITTEE REPORT <br />None. <br />UNFINISHED BUSINESS <br />Page 3 of 6 <br />