2007-12-10 Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission Minutes

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Mr. Flores asked where would the public shoreline access be through the `O`oma project. Mr. Young replied that there is extensive access throughout and noted that the dedicated public access would be along the southern boundary of `O`oma through the shores of Kohanaiki leading down to the coastal area. In addition, through the project would be mauka/makai trails also available to the public. Mr. Flores then asked if there would be vehicular access. Mr. Young replied that public access will be on the boundary of the Kohanaiki property and they will build a public parking area with restrooms and showers for the public to utilize in the `O`oma parcel. Ms. Garcia then noted to Mr. Young that there is no vehicular access along the coastline. Mr. Young told Ms. Garcia that the feedback from the community is that they don't want people driving in this area. The public will have to park and walk approximately half a mile to the shoreline. Mr. Young mentioned to the Commission that the project information will all be included in the draft EIS for public review and comment. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Vice -Chair Springer moved for approval of the minutes of November 13, 2007 regular session, seconded by Commissioner Garcia and carried unanimously by voice vote. DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE REPORT Mr. Yada informed the Commission that the Kawa`a purchase for the Johnson property is in escrow and the title report is now being reviewed by Corporation Counsel. Council Member Dominic Yagong held one community meeting in regards to the Waipi`o property acquired and noted that there was one request submitted to Department of Public Works to cut down a tree. In regards to the Olson properties in Kawa` a there still has not been any response on the second offer made by the County. Mr. Yada did mention that the review for funding for Mr. Olson's properties will be held this Friday at the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) Legacy Land Commission meeting. Ms. Springer asked Mr. Yada what will be discussed at the DLNR meeting if Mr. Olson has not yet accepted the offer. Mr. Yada replied that Mr. Olson did submit a letter to the County indicating that he's willing to sell the property which was included as part of the grant application and work with the County on an agreeable sale price. Mr. Yada informed the Commission that he will be attending the DLNR Legacy Land Commission meeting on Friday, December 14, 2007 on behalf of the County for the Kawa`a properties owned by Mr. Olson. Page 2 of 5