2011-06-13 Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission Minutes

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MICHAEL SWEERE Mr. Michael Sweere spoke on behalf of KBK wanted to clarify on a few misconceptions brought up by Ms. McMichael. The reason the traffic pattern in the garage was changed to come out on the north end was because on the south end of the building cars was parked so close you needed to go way out on the street to exit. ever discussed to sell the parcel to the County. Also planting naupaka at the corner was discussed with some of the local surfers to protect the building. Further, the new seawall was permitted by the County, the State Department of Land of Natural Resources (DLNR) and the Army Corp. of Engineers. I and was put exactly where it was supposed to be. The lateral access was never stopped nor was the surfers ever harassed by KBK. He noted that they work very hard with the local community to stop drinking and drug activity on the premises and have even put cameras up. however; they are now more than willing to sell this land to the County in lieu of these issues over the years. Mr. Hirakami told Mr. Sweere that when the Commission looks at properties for acquisition they also a group to help manage and maintain the property and the KBK board should consider a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to address the public access issues. Ms. Byrne Baber asked what the appraised value is feet but an appraisal has not been done. Ms. Ford noted that walking path at the south end for public access is owned by the State. Mr. Sweere added that their property pin is at the center of the easement so they own at least half of that. Ms. Ford stated that the County is not interested in buying that lateral route to the north end of the surfing area and is only concerned about the sandy beach area above the high-water mark up to Drive. KBK has been very gracious in taking care of this property for the past 30 years and since this is not land that can be developed and prices are low this would be a good time for the County to proceed. She added that she put 750,000 in the Capital Improvement Project (CIP) budget and is likely that number is too high but just following protocol. She also has no idea if there will be infrastructure that the County will provide. If the Commission puts this property on their prioritized list, then a resolution will go to Council for approval and will authorize the administration to purchase with monies from the 2% Fund. Mr. Hirakami asked if property. Mr. Sweere said they need to get 67% of the owners to say OK and will proceed if the County is interested. He did say - 5 -