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HomeMy WebLinkAboutEDH 2025: 5-Year Action Plan Update, Nov. 2010own tw ik .4A 1 ENVISION DOWNTOWN HILO 2025: A COMMUNITY -BASED VISION AND LIVING ACTION PLAN 5 -Year Action Plan Update November 2010 _ - -- - -- BUILDING DAY Prepared by: Susan Gagorik 1R Kylie Alexandra Marlene Murray Angela Capogrossi For: y of Hawaii ng Department y �; ENVISION DOWNTOWN HILO 2025: A COMMUNITY -BASED VISION AND LIVING ACTION PLAN 5 -Year Action Plan Update November 2010 Financial support provided by: '4 f X County of Hawaii Planning Department County of Hawaii County Council Prepared by: Susan Gagorik Kylie Alexandra Marlene Murray Angela Capogrossi For: County of Hawaii Planning Department This document provides guidance to the VisionKeepers and Lead Solution Partners, in order to facilitate implementation of the EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025: A Community -Based Vision and Living Action Plan. Hawai 'i County is an Eyrtal Opportunity Provider and Employer �JN`Y OF COUNTY OF HAWAII '• TE OFNF' RESOLUTION NO. STATE OF HAWAII 352 1.0 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING "ENVISION DOWNTOWN HILO 2025: A COMMUNITY -BASED VISION AND LIVING ACTION PLAN — 5 YEAR ACTION PLAN UPDATE "AS A GUIDE FOR THE FUTURE OF DOWNTOWN HILO. WHEREAS, Downtown Hilo is a "place like no other" and a vital part of our Island community that is valued for its small -town atmosphere, unique location as a coastal community, historic character, arts, cultural events, and celebrations, among others; and WHEREAS, in 2004 -2005, a volunteer group called the Friends of Downtown Hilo Steering Committee facilitated a community -based planning process to create a Vision and Living Action Plan that was designed to preserve and promote Downtown Hilo's unique character; and WHEREAS, En Vision Downtown Hilo 2025: A Community -Based Vision and Living Action Plan (EDH 2025 Plan) was adopted by the Hawaii County Council via Resolution 192 -05, Draft 2, effective November 22, 2005, as a model process for Community Visioning and Planning; and WHEREAS, immediately after adoption of the EDH 2025 Plan, a volunteer community group, called the VisionKeepers, formed to inspire and facilitate implementation, to educate and encourage implementers to work with a community -based plan, and to ensure that community participation continued; WHEREAS, it has been about five years since the adoption of the EDH 2025 Plan, which has now evolved as a result of active and committed effort by the VisionKeepers, the County, and the community in working with the EDH 2025 Plan; and WHEREAS, over time, a community can benefit from revisiting its Community Plan to reflect the wisdom and insight that a community gains over time, to incorporate lessons learned, to add new actions and ideas, and to acknowledge the formation of numerous partnerships which are created as a plan is being implemented; and WHEREAS, the Island of Hawaii is also faced with a host of new challenges that are occurring on a global, local, and individual level - including, economic challenges, environmental changes, and others, all of which have a direct impact on community planning and implementation, and which affect our community's well -being and quality of life; and WHEREAS, the En Vision Downtown Hilo 2025: A Community -Based Vision and Living Action Plan — 5 Year Action Plan Update (EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update) is a result of the combined input from Lead Solution Partners (implementers) and the community and which will continue to contribute toward an effective implementation process; and BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII that it adopts the EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update and that this document be referred to by the County in its consideration of future development and capital projects in Downtown Hilo. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that copies of this resolution and the EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update be transmitted to the Honorable Mayor William P. Kenoi and County Agencies, including: Planning Department, Planning Commission, Civil Defense, Department of Environmental Management, Finance Department, Fire Department, Mass Transit Agency, Police Department, Department of Public Works, Parks & Recreation, Department of Research and Development, Office of Aging, Office of Housing and Community Development, Office of Prosecuting Attorney, and Department of Water Supply. Dated at Hilo , Hawaii this 4th day of November , 2010. COUNTY COUNCIL County of Hawaii Hilo, Hawaii I hereby certify that the foregoing RESOLUTION was by the vote indicated to the right hereof adopted by the COUNCIL of the County of Hawaii on November 4, 2010 ATTEST: RICO TY CLERK CHAIRMAN & PRESIDING OFFICER INTRODUCED BY: COUNCIL MEMBER, COUNTY OF HAWAII 2 ROLL CALL VOTE Reference: C -840% Waived -PC RESOLUTION NO. 352 10 AYES NOES ABS EX ENRIQUES X FORD X GREEN WELL X HOFFMANN X IKEDA X NAEOLE x ONISHI X YAGONG X YOSHIMOTO X 8 0 1 0 Reference: C -840% Waived -PC RESOLUTION NO. 352 10 DEDICATION En Vision Downtown Hilo 2025 is about our community's journey towards sustaining our unique sense of place. It is about... Respecting our kupuna (elders), listening to and sharing their stories, and acknowledging all those who have come before us and who have helped to make Downtown Hilo what it is today. Cherishing our keiki (children), by ensuring that Downtown Hilo is a welcoming place where they can learn, interact, and explore. Empowering local leadership and providing the opportunities, skills, and tools needed to implement actions and bring about change. Reaching out and involving citizens - who are here today and will be here in the future to enjoy this special place. Striving to create form, structure, spaces, and design that reflects the community's vision. EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 is all about sustaining Downtown Hilo as a gathering place - a healthy, safe, and thriving community. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update i I P a g e William P. Kenoi Mayor County of Hawaii PLANNING DEPARTMENT Aupuni Center • 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 • Hilo, Haivai`i 96720 Phone (SOS) 961 -8288 • Fax (SOS) 961 -8742 Message from the Planning Director Dear VisionKeepers, Lead Solution Partners, and Community: BJ Leithead Todd Director Margaret K. Masmlaga Depnn, There is no greater satisfaction than to know that a community plan is being used by implementers. En Vision Downtown Hilo 2025: A Community -Based Vision and Living Action Plan has served this community well. As a model community planning effort for the Planning Department, it has been both a challenge and an accomplishment. The 5 -Year Action Plan Update has shown us how a community can grow. There have been many lessons learned. More importantly, new relationships have developed over the last 5 years which has made this effort invaluable. With increased collaboration and partnership between government and community we have achieved the highest level of accomplishment. Shared wisdom breeds success! wish to thank all of you for your commitment as we strive to achieve the Vision for Downtown Hilo. There is much to work on and over time, the way in which we work together will evolve. This is expected. I have no doubt, however, that with commitment, perseverance, and continuous dedication by all of you — including the special volunteers who on a daily basis nurture our town, we will overcome any challenges together. Downtown Hilo is a resilient community, and it will remain a special place for many generations to come. Mahalo nui loa, BJ Leithead Todd, Planning Director January, 2010 Hoivai 'i County is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update i i I P a g e EXECUTIVE SUMMARY EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025, `Ike is Hilo, is the result of a grassroots visioning process that inspired a community. Originally guided by the Friends of Downtown Hilo Steering Committee, community members in Hilo came together in 2004 to develop a shared vision and an implementation matrix that would make their vision a reality. The resulting plan, titled EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025: A Community -Based Vision and Living Action Plan (EDH 2025), was adopted by Hawai'i County Council Resolution 192 -05 in November 2005. Today, the EDH 2025 Plan continues to serve as a guide for planning in Downtown Hilo. EDH 2025 contains a long -range Overarching Vision which is achieved via the implementation of multiple strategies and actions within six (6) Vision Focus Areas: Creating Economic Vitality; Preserving Our Environment; Strengthening and Sustaining Our Community; Enhancing Education, Culture, and the Arts; Promoting Health and Safety; and Managing Growth. Following the adoption of the Plan, in January 2006 the Friends of Downtown Hilo introduced a successor implementation committee called the EDH 2025 VisionKeepers. Since then, the VisionKeepers have worked tirelessly to ensure that the Plan does not simply 'sit on the shelf' and that key government agencies and community organizations embrace the Overarching Vision and implement its strategies. Support from the County of Hawai'i Planning Department has been crucial in assisting the VisionKeepers to 'shepherd' the implementation process. As a model implementation committee for the Island of Hawai'i, the VisionKeepers documented and shared their challenges, highlights, and lessons learned in a publication titled, The VisionKeepers' Guide to Implementing Your Community Plan. Why conduct a Five -Year Action Plan Update? A true Living Action Plan evolves with its community. Moreover, since EDH 2025 represented a new community planning process, there were many lessons learned about how to clearly communicate strategies and actions. We have also discovered that implementation is a dynamic process that changes as new partners work together. Many of these changes feed back into the Action Plan in a constant loop of new information. During these last 4+ years, implementers, called "Lead Solution Partners" (as identified in the EDH 2025 Plan), have provided the needed information to prepare and enhance this new updated Action Plan Matrix. Their advice and EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update iii I P a g e information merged with growing community concern and awareness about new issues and actions that were not fully addressed in the original plan; such as climate change, resource conservation, and the creation of financial strategies to help mitigate the effects of economic uncertainty in Downtown Hilo. Conducted in a partnership between the VisionKeepers and the County of Hawaii Planning Department, our first 5 -year update ensures that the EDH 2025 Plan remains responsive and relevant to the evolving needs of our local community. This document describes the 5 -Year Action Plan Update process and presents the newly redesigned and updated Action Plan Matrix. The extensive collaboration with Lead Solution Partners and community members provided the foundation for this update. This ensures that the EDH 2025 Plan continues to build "partnerships" - public, private, and community - as a foundation for success. As collaborations strengthen, the EDH 2025 Plan will continue to guide the future of Downtown Hilo. Mahalo nui loa! A sincere mahalo to all the dedicated individuals, community organizations, and government agencies who participated in the 5- Year Action Plan Update! EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update iv I Page PREFACE This document represents the first 5 -Year update of the EDH 2025 Living Action Plan: the process, final product, and the `next steps' that will carry the Plan forward towards 2025. Part One: Part One describes the journey of the EDH 2025 Plan since its adoption in 2005. At each step, the VisionKeepers seized opportunities to continue working with Lead Solution Partners (implementers) and the wider community. Whether it was during EDH 2025 Town Meetings with community members or during small -group gatherings with Lead Solution Partners, actions in the EDH 2025 Plan were deliberated, refined, and updated. In this sense, the update began soon after plan adoption, however, the formal process began in mid -2009. Part One contains a visual timeline on the major community involvement events and describes how information was gathered to update the Action Plan. Part I WC, Part Two contains the revised Living Action Plan: the Action Plan Matrix and supplementary information. The 5 -Year Action Plan Update provided an opportunity to revisit both the format and content of the Action Plan Matrix. The newly redesigned matrix is presented in color format, with Focus Area icons for easy identification, revised column headings, and new Sustainability Measures that help track the on- the - ground sustainability of the EDH 2025 Plan. It is designed to act as a Web -based document, soon, each action will link to a "Second Page" filled with additional information about the status of the action's implementation or with suggestions for how it could be implemented. Pars hree: Part Three contains the next steps for both the VisionKeepers and the EDH 2025 Plan. In partnership with the County of Hawaii Planning Department, the VisionKeepers have served in their capacity as a model implementation committee for the Island of Hawaii and they continue to chart a new course. Given the current economic conditions we are challenged even further to be creative and to ensure that implementation can continue to achieve our Vision for 2025. Part Three concludes with some parting words from the VisionKeepers through which they sketch a new template for sustaining a volunteer implementation committee that will further reinforce collective ownership of the community's plan. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update v I P a g e TABLE OF CONTENTS Dedication i Message from the Planning Director ii Executive Summary iii Preface v Table of Contents vi Definitions 1 Project Area 5 Downtown Hilo Base Map 7 PART ONE - The 5 -Year Action Plan Update Timeline 10 5 -Year Action Plan Update: The Story 11 PART TWO - The Revised Action Plan Matrix Overarching Vision 22 Shared Community Core Values 23 Focus Area Vision Statements 24 Focus Area Descriptions 28 The New EDH 2025 Sustainability Measures 30 How to Read the Matrix 35 Sustainability Measures Key 36 Revised Action Plan Matrix: The Six Focus Areas 37 Action Plan Quick Reference List 83 Action Ideas - Parking Lot 91 List of Lead Solution Partners and Potential Partners 95 (continued on next page...) EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update vi I Page PART THREE - Looking Ahead... Reflections from the VisionKeepers 100 VisionKeepers Next Steps 101 Acknowledgements 103 APPENDIX Map of Downtown Hilo Redevelopment Area and Sub -Area Boundaries 110 Vision Concept Action Ideas from Kiwanis Sponsored Youth Clubs 117 EDH 2025 Poll of Priority Strategies 121 EDH 2025 Resources 124 EDH 2025 Contact Information 126 EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update vii I P a g e This page is intentionally left blank EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update viii I P a g e DEFINITIONS Key Concepts Action: A specific Development, shared between a government Program, Event, Regulation, Plan, or agency and a community group. Study intended to help implement a New Action: An action idea that has strategy. been shared with a stakeholder Action Idea: An idea that is suggested by an individual or an individual on behalf of an organization where there has not yet been stakeholder or community input. An action idea could become a new action after stakeholder discussion and when 1) group agreement is reached, and 2) a Lead Solution Partner or Potential Partner is identified. Action Type: A column within the matrix which identifies whether the action is a Development (primarily a project that would result in something being built), a Program, an Event, a Regulation, a Plan or a Study. The purpose of this column is to clearly identify what each action is calling for so that the intent is clear to readers. Focus Area: Principle themes within our Community -Based Vision and Living Action Plan. All actions fall into one of six (6) Focus Areas. The diversity of the Focus Areas ensures that our Plan remains balanced and sustainable. Lead Solution Partner (LSP): Organizations or agencies who take the lead role for achieving an action. Lead partnerships are often group or received support from the community and has a Lead Solution Partner or Potential Partner identified. New actions are identified with a star in the matrix. Overarching Vision: The 20 -year Vision collectively articulated and embraced by community members. The overarching Vision sets the foundation for the Plan. Parking Lot - Action Ideas: A document which contains action ideas for future consideration by the community. Potential Partner: Organizations or agencies who are not currently committed to implementing an action but could potentially command a lead role. Potential Partners are crucial stakeholders who are listed in the Plan for future dialogue and recruitment. Revised Actions /Strategies: Existing actions and strategies where non - substantive changes were made to improve readability, clarity, and flow of sentence. Strategies: A major initiative designed to support the achievement of a Focus Area in our community's overarching vision. A strategy can be implemented through multiple actions. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1 I Page Additional Definitions ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990): A civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on disability, and requires modifications to public space at the local and state level that ensure accessibility and enjoyment by all people (ex: wheelchair access rams, curb cuts, sidewalk width etc.). Boulevard: A broad, well -paved and landscaped thoroughfare. Building Height: The vertical distance above a reference datum measured to the highest point of the coping of a flat roof, or to the deck line of a mansard roof, or to the average height of the highest gable of a pitched or hipped roof. Business Improvement District (BID): A public - private partnership in which businesses within a defined area pay an additional tax or fee to fund improvements within that district's boundaries. Canopy: A permanent roofed structure attached to and supported by a building or "free standing" and projecting over public property. Carbon Footprint: A measure of the impact our activities have on the environment; it considers the amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly through burning of fossil fuels for electricity, heating, transportation, food, production, etc. Character: A set of qualities that make a place, such as a town, distinctive, unique, and rich. It is what attracts people to a place or what connects people to a place. Character can be defined through architecture, natural setting, geography, physical landscape, and people and their culture. Civic: A term used for all things belonging or related to the citizenship or public affairs of a community. Climate Change: A dynamic concept that focuses on changes in long -term weather patterns (e.g. temperature, rainfall, sea level), that has likely intensified from human activities, and global warming. Co- housing: A type of intentional community composed of private homes and an expanse of shared facilities and responsibilities (child care, gardening, etc.). Co- housing entails a strong emphasis on creating community, and most seek to develop multi - generational communities. Community Garden: A planned green space within a neighborhood - privately - or publicly owned lot, where the land is managed and maintained by active participation from the surrounding community, wherein production is diversified, including ornamental plants, fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other edible produce. Curb Cuts: A ramp leading smoothly down from a sidewalk to a street, placed at intersections to allow pedestrians using wheelchairs, strollers, walkers, etc. to move on or off the sidewalk without difficulty. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 2 1 Page Curb Extensions: A traffic calming measure that extends the sidewalk or curb line into the parking lane, significantly improving pedestrian crossings, enhancing visibility, and reducing the total time pedestrians are in the street. FIRM (Flood Insurance Rate Map): An official map issued by FEMA that identifies special hazard areas and the risk premium zones within a community; generally puts limitations on the types of development and renovations allowed within the identified areas. Form -based Code: A method of regulating development to enable or preserve a specific form or character of a place, by emphasizing the relationship between public and private space. Includes standards for building form and its relationship to the street, pedestrians and vehicles, public gathering spaces, block and neighborhood scale. Usually includes a regulating plan or map, building form guidelines and public space /street standards. Garden: A planned green space, usually outdoors, set aside for display, cultivation, or personal enjoyment of vegetation and other natural features. Gateway: A design element intended to signify the arrival to a specific district such as Downtown Hilo; gateways may incorporate architectural features, signage, landscaping, and street trees in an attempt to welcome, beautify, and inform. Major Attractor: A specific location or event in Downtown Hilo that provides activity, education, and /or entertainment, while grabbing the attention of the community and increasing the number of visitors to the downtown area. Open Space: An area or place that is open and accessible to all citizens, including publically owned lands such as parks, squares, and sidewalks. Parking Structure: A building designed specifically for automobile parking, and which consists of numerous floors or levels on which parking takes place. A parking structure may exist as a stand -alone or multi -use building. Playful City: A city that has committed to creating and maintaining safe and accessible places for children to play. The Playful City USA Program's vision is that a great place to play is within walking distance of every child in America. Place- making: A process that involves a community's residents and capitalizes on that community's sense of place - its character, assets, historical or cultural significance or physical landscape. It also focuses on developing existing potential and looks at ways to improve community design that enhances and creates welcoming public and private spaces that promote health and happiness all while strengthening a sense of community connection. Pocket Park: A small open space area that includes green space that is often maintained by the community EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 3 1 Page Public Plaza: A carefully landscaped space or square with room for pedestrians, that is open and accessible to all citizens, which may be bounded by mercantile establishments. Public Space: An area or place that is open and accessible to all citizens, including publicly owned lands such as parks, squares, and sidewalks. Public Squares: An open area commonly found in the heart of a traditional town used for community gatherings and public assembly. A public square may be in the form of a park or open space area with minimal structural components that encourages community development. Sense of Place: Anchored by features and characteristics of a place and carried as an imprint or memory by those familiar with the particular place. Streetscape: The space between the buildings on either side of a street that defines its character. The elements of a streetscape include: building frontage /fagade, landscaping, sidewalks, street paving, street furniture, signs, awnings, street lighting, etc. Sustainability: A sustainable Downtown Hilo is one that meets the needs of those of the present without compromising the needs and opportunities of future generations. Embracing the ethics of sustainability guides us towards an evaluation of our economy, our ecological footprint, and our personal health. Universal Design Standards: A relatively new paradigm that strives to produce buildings, products and environments that are useful and effective for people of all abilities, while recognizing the importance of appealing design. Zero Front Yard Development: A development setback requirement where restriction requires that a building abut a front lot line. Overall unit -lot densities are therefore increased. Zero Waste: A philosophy that encourages industrial and societal redesign, and aims to increase efficiency of energy, materials and human resources while eventually eliminating solid waste, hazardous waste and emission into our natural systems. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 4 1 Page DOWNTOWN HILO PROJECT AREA DOWNTOWN HILO COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (CDH) The boundaries of the EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 project are formed by the existing CDH district. The CDH (Downtown Hilo Commercial) district is a distinct area that is designated in the County of Hawaii Zoning Code by the symbol "CDH." The CDH district is delineated by the western development area limits of Kapi`olani Street /Ka`iulani Street, the Wailuku River, Hilo Bay, and Ponahawai Street. The purpose of the CDH district is to guide cohesive development that will enhance Downtown Hilo's foundation as a vibrant and safe community and gathering place where people can live, work, and play. The CDH district shall, broadly speaking, provide adequate controls to direct land use, incorporate physical design, and promote a sense of community by applying standards to: create economic vitality, preserve our natural environment, strengthen and sustain our community, enhance education, culture and the arts, promote health and safety, and manage growth. The CDH district forms a distinctive locale within the greater Hilo area and identifies Downtown Hilo's character, promotes its function as an economic engine, and protects the health and safety of its residents and visitors. The characteristics of Downtown Hilo include its known status as a traditional downtown that retains its cultural and historical significance, its beautiful physical landscape extending from mountain to sea, and its long range community vision. Downtown Hilo is compact with an abundance of small to medium privately -owned businesses that contribute to form its unique character. Covering an area of approximately 124 acres, the CDH district is anchored by short blocks that are conducive for a pedestrian - friendly community. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 5 1 Page DOWNTOWN HILO COMMERCIAL CORE (DHCC) Within the CDH district, there is an area that can be identified as the Downtown Hilo Commercial Core (DHCC), where an existing and unique compact historic fabric forms its physical landscape. This core is identified by all land parcels abutting and within the development area limits of Hilo Bay, Wailuku River, the eastern boundary of Kino`ole Street, and Ponahawai Street. The DHCC is identified by common physical features that enhance the existing pedestrian - friendly community. Many of the buildings include historic design features and are on the State and National Historic Register. Canopies over the sidewalk are a common feature that protect pedestrians from the sun and rain. 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Dialogues, networking, collaboration, and cooperation are integral to implementation, they also represent ways in which both the community and the plan grow together. As such, "change" is built into the EDH 2025 Plan's "DNA." In the months that followed the Implementation Kick -off Celebration, the EDH 2025 VisionKeepers organized into subcommittees in order to begin building relationships with Lead Solution Partners (implementers). Immediately and instinctively, the VisionKeepers and Lead Solution Partners began to find ways to refine and update actions in the Plan. It was through these meetings with Lead Solution Partners that the 5 -Year Action Plan Update began its initial process. Further, working together on `Easy Wins' (which, by the way, were not so easy) brought us closer and facilitated greater understanding of each other's position. In addition, the two EDH 2025 Town Meetings held in June 2007 and September 2008, at the historic Palace Theater, formed important focal points during the first three years of implementation. They provided invaluable opportunities for networking, prioritizing, and the testing out of new ideas that could inspire innovative implementation - either in formal surveys or polls, or during the enormously fruitful `behind- the - scenes' dialogue that takes place at community events. Within the implementation process, however, the planning process continued apace. This is because maintaining community involvement is essential in a community -based plan, and along with this, comes strategic planning and creative thinking. One of the main challenges was to know how and when to appropriately involve key stakeholders and the wider community. Generally, Lead Solution Partners and Potential Partners were involved in small working -group meetings and the wider community participated in key events, such as the Town Meetings. An enormous amount of community input provided the key ingredients in the original EDH 2025 Vision and Living Action Plan. I t came together as an organic community- EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 11 1 P a g e based plan full of practical strategies and actions. However, the EDH 2025 Plan embraced change and lived up to its name, by not being a "static" plan, but a dynamic plan that evolves with its community. This is why the Action Plan Update became an exciting opportunity - it allowed us to dig deeper and discover new ways to achieve the community's Vision for 20251 The expert advice of Lead Solution Partners proved critical in this regard and they were the primary resource for the Action Plan Update. The 5 -Year Action Plan Update culminated with the redesign of the matrix and a thorough review of every strategy and action in the plan. Community members engage at the I It Town Meeting The first Town Meeting was co- organized by the County of Hawai'i Planning Department, the EDH 2025 VisionKeepers, and the Hilo Downtown Improvement Association. Over 220 people attended the event, which included exhibits by 19 Lead Solution Partners, and an inspiring key -note film presentation, titled "Kuka Kuka," with Kepa Maly, Dr. Manulani Meyer, Ian Birne, Tom Wolforth, and Alice Moon. Many Town Meeting attendees left that evening with a renewed sense of pride and commitment to the revitalization of Downtown Hilo. In conjunction with the first Town Meeting, the VisionKeepers hosted a workshop for Lead Solution Partners which guided the development of valuable leadership and organizational skills. Community capacity - building is inseparable from community -plan implementation. Reformatting the Action Plan Matrix The first major step in the Action Plan Update took shape immediately following the first Town Meeting, in September 2007, when the VisionKeepers began an analysis of methods to improve the format of the matrix. Of primary concern were the under - used columns and the ability for the reader to differentiate between Lead Solution Partners that were committed to implementation and those that were still `potential' partners. This process lasted a year, with the results unveiled at the 2nd Town Meeting. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1 2 1 P a g e 2nd EDH 2025 Town Meeting, September 2008 Preparation for the 2nd Town Meeting was a joint effort between the VisionKeepers, Planning Department, and the many Lead Solution Partners who had exciting updates to share with the community. Three preliminary gatherings were held to share the implementation status of actions, discuss ways in which the Lead Solution Partners wanted to participate, and to define the Town Meeting outcomes. Community engagement was paramount. As a result, each Lead Solution Partner exhibit at the Town Meeting incorporated strategic polls or surveys, the highlight of the Town Meeting involved the innovative use of "keypad polling." Each participant used their own keypad to respond to questions with the results appearing immediately on the theater screen. The use of Keypad polling as a public engagement tool encouraged the strengthened civic ties by allowing everyone to see where others stood on 0 1N_1r16 0 I.V0111 1111 Lead Solution Partner Alice Moon presents an exhibit at the 2nd Town Meeting Students from Hilo High School assist with the Keypad Polling at In addition, the VisionKeepers and the Planning the 2nd Town Meeting Department unveiled the Revised Action Plan Matrix - Community Review Draft (2008). It became evident that working with the Plan helped to develop the insight that was needed in order to make further revisions to match changing needs and conditions. Key changes to the Action Plan Matrix included: Addition of color to differentiate between the six Focus Areas; Transfer of Opportunities and Constraints to a separate document since their inclusion frequently confused readers; Insertion of hyperlinks from each action to a "Second Page," so that when readers access the Plan online they can retrieve additional information about the implementation status; EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1 3 1 P a g e Separation of committed and potential Lead Solution Partners into two different columns, with Supporting Partners relocated to the Second Page; Addition of small icons to indicate whether an action is new, initiated, or complete; Replacement of Project Duration and Milestones with Project Start and Status; Relocation of Existing Resources and Costs and Funding Sources to the Second Page, and Addition of Sustainability Measures to further evaluate the sustainability of the EDH 2025 Plan. The format of the Action Plan Matrix had been transformed... 11 VGON FOCUS AREA: C—Irrg E--1. V, 1. ly STRATEGY 1 A I--1. Q]Wili]'Ffi `Ab $—gh army• cfhm�ar4iW� m — o ©o ®® -111■ 1 1 'Y15SOH FOCUS RREA: Crcoting Economic Vilor� Following each Town Meeting, the VisionKeepers and Planning Department published a progress report which included updates on implementation status as well as a list of new actions and implementation partners. The progress reports were one of the important components that allowed the VisionKeepers to track new plan updates and prepare them for inclusion in the matrix. Sustainable Design Assess me am Prograrr� The 5 -Year Action Plan Update began in earnest in December 2008 when the American Institute of Architects (AIA) selected Downtown Hilo as a host community for their Sustainable Design Assessment Team (SDAT) Program. The SDAT Program is an interdisciplinary community assistance program that focuses on principles of sustainability. The VisionKeepers and the Planning Department held a number of EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1 4 1 P a g e meetings with Lead Solution Partners to discuss the focus and plan the desired outcomes of the SDAT Program. After a preliminary site visit, in May 2009, a team of AIA architects visited Hilo and met with key stakeholders and Lead Solution Partners during a three -day workshop that included two public meetings, with approximately 130 community members in attendance. The SDAT Program provided a unique opportunity to assess Downtown Hilo and the EDH 2025 Plan from the perspective of social, economic, and environmental sustainability; the recommendations from the SDAT team offered guidance on ways to refine the Action Plan to better promote conscientious implementation. Community members engage and ask questions at the two SDAT Public Meetings Shortly after the SDAT Program, detailed work on the content of the Action Plan begun. The process is documented here. Step One: Produce a preliminary version of draft text that incorporated prior input As previously mentioned, during the course of the implementation process the VisionKeepers collected recommendations from Lead Solution Partners on ways to clarify and refine existing actions. In addition, community members were polled on potential "new actions" during each of the two EDH 2025 Town Meetings. Their input was collated and integrated as revisions to the draft text of the revised Action Plan. Alongside this preliminary update, a detailed Record of Changes was produced to document all revisions and additions. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1 5 1 P a g e Beyond revisions to existing actions, the VisionKeepers focused their lens on new and innovative actions to help implement strategies, and to see if there were any `missing' strategies that could also help achieve the vision for each Focus Area. In addition, over the past few years, new issues that impact Downtown Hilo have emerged, and a framework for considering these as part of the revised Action Plan was devised. Finally, the SDAT Program offered direction on numerous actions that could help implement a variety of strategies. Other experts working in their respective fields also suggested new actions. Their combined input went into a working document titled Parking Lot - Action Ideas which proved invaluable for keeping track of action ideas that needed further review before they could be included in the revised Action Plan. Products: Step One • Draft text of the revised Action Plan (not in matrix format) • Record of Changes • First draft of the Parking Lot - Action Ideas + Step Two: Host an Action Plan Review Workshop to review draft changes and action ideas On October 9, 2009, the VisionKeepers and the Planning Department hosted a workshop at the Downtown Hilo YWCA for almost 60 committed and potential Lead Solution Partners and students from local educational institutions. Participants were divided into the six Focus Areas based on their passion and expertise. Their tasks were four -fold: Review preliminary revisions to the draft text of the Action Plan and collectively decide whether or not to accept the changes, and offer suggestions for more precise action language; Review the Parking Lot - Action Ideas document and assess which ideas ought to be integrated into the Action Plan, with the nomination of potential or committed Lead Solution Partners; Suggest and discuss additional strategies and new actions that could be included in the Action Plan; and Prioritize strategies to aid in future implementation. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1 6 1 P a g e The workshop on October 9, 2009 resulted in the production of a revised draft of the Action Plan Matrix. However, since it was not possible for a number of implementers to attend the workshop, a series of additional meetings were held to gather more feedback. Vision Concept In addition to working on the revised Action Plan, participants worked creatively to begin generating ideas for the "Vision Concept." Participants each worked on a different section of Downtown Hilo and used ideas from the Action Plan to illustrate how that particular location could look in 2025. Their initial collages were then passed on to local artist Charles Snyder who produced a draft of the Vision Concept for public review. Following the review, Mr. Snyder produced a color version of the Vision Concept that is included in the appendix to this document. The Vision Concept is a series of five (5) drawings that, together, bring Downtown Hilo to life through enhancements to existing civic and open spaces. The Vision Concept augments the written EDH 2025 Plan by providing a visual representation of actions in the plan. Focused discussions during the Action Plan Review Workshop Products: Step Two • First draft of the revised Action Plan Matrix • Second draft of the Parking Lot - Action Ideas • Poll of priority strategies • Initial design work for Vision Concept EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1 7 1 P a g e + Step Three - Host additional Focus Area meetings for committed and potential Lead Solution Partners In late November and early December 2009, the VisionKeepers and the Planning Department hosted three Focus Area meetings with Lead Solution Partners to continue the outreach effort for the Action Plan Update. In order to draw upon a broad array of expertise and inspire fresh perspectives, the six Focus Areas were combined into three groups: • Focus Area One Creating Economic Vitality & Focus Area Four Enhancing Education, Culture, and the Arts; • Focus Area Two Preserving Our Environment & Focus Area Six Managing Growth, and • Focus Area Three Strengthening and Sustaining our Community & Focus Area Five Promoting Health and Safety. An additional 13 committed and potential Lead Solution Partners participated in these meetings. Lead Solution Partners meet to discuss Focus Areas Three & Five The combination of closely related Focus Areas provided participants with the opportunity to apply their wealth of knowledge in a different way, with great results! During the Focus Area meetings, participants focused on new strategies and actions, offering feedback on ways to further improve or refine them. They also discussed initiatives from the Parking Lot - Action Ideas and decided which of those should be integrated into the Action Plan. An initial synopsis from each of the three meetings was produced and then whittled down to a chart of specific changes and outstanding issues. Sometimes, however, there are more questions than answers that remain unresolved. In order to tie up loose ends, specific Lead Solution Partners were contacted for further clarification. With this information, another draft of the Action Plan Matrix was produced for review by the wider community. Products: Step Three • Proposed Changes to the Action Plan Based on Focus Area Meetings • Second draft of the revised Action Plan Matrix • Third draft of the Parking Lot - Action Ideas EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1 8 1 P a g e + Step 4: Finalize draft documents for public display In conjunction with working with Lead Solution Partners to refine strategies and clarify new and existing actions, myriad additional details were attended to. Changes to actions resulted in the need to update implementation status, action type, and Sustainability Measures. A local artist, Charles Snyder, also designed Focus Area icons to distinguish between the six Focus Areas. This period can be characterized as a state of flux: multiple interconnected processes and Artist Charles Snyder at the Hilo Farmer's Market Open House details are happening at once, sometimes in synchronicity and occasionally not. Ultimately, however, the strands come together into a cohesive whole. The draft Vision Concept and revised draft of the Action Plan was produced and posted on the EDH 2025 Website. A survey was developed to poll community members on their top strategies for implementation - including the new strategies that had been developed. Locations were scouted for posting the survey and providing the public with the opportunity to comment. Lastly, work began on drafting this document - En Vision Downtown Hilo 2025: A Community -Based Vision and Living Action Plan, 5 -Year Action Plan Update. Products: Step Four • Third draft of the revised Action Plan Matrix • Fourth draft of the Parking Lot - Action Ideas • Draft Vision Concept + Step 5: Community Involvement Community outreach for the 5 -Year Action Plan Update occurred in conjunction with the Vision Concept. Draft illustrations of the Vision Concept were shown to the public with their feedback helping to craft the final product. The Vision Concept is an important adjunct of the Action Plan Update. A picture truly does "tell a thousand words," and having the Plan in a visual format provides another avenue for translating EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1 9 1 P a g e and communicating the community's Vision. It also helps to prioritize actions for implementation, as community members pinpoint their favorite features. In all, four different locations were selected for community members to view the Vision Concept and complete community surveys for the Action Plan Update. Displays were set up inside the lobby of the County of Hawaii, and at the Hilo Public Library, Palace Theater, and Hilo Farmer's Market. At the Palace Theater and Hilo Farmer's Market, EDH 2025 team members were present to explain the Vision Concept and Action Plan Update and to answer questions Tommy Goya & Hilo High School students attend the Palace Theater Open House from the community. Two press releases were sent out: the first to announce the displays, and the second to notify the public that the Vision Concept and latest draft of the Action Plan were available on the EDH 2025 Website. The community survey polled the public on their top strategies for implementation and highlighted new strategies incorporated as part of the Action Plan Update. The displays provided an invaluable opportunity to once again shine the light on the EDH 2025 Plan and involve community in the implementation of their Vision. Conclusion The original EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 Vision and Living Action Plan produced in 2005 presented a model community -based plan for the Island of Hawaii. Implementation has already begun on many actions in the Plan. However, the time was ripe for revision. This 5 -Year Action Plan Update has resulted in a plan that provides implementers with action steps to achieving the Vision, and will continue to guide development in Downtown Hilo for years to come. In addition, the Vision Concept has been included in the appendix as a new and exciting representation of the Overarching Vision for 2025. `Ike id Hilo! EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 20 1 P a g e PART Two The Revised Living Action Plan 2010 -7t- zev— MOR ........... EDH 2025: 5-Year Action Plan Update 21 1 Page IlOo � In the year 2025, Downtown Hilo ...Has a vibrant, thriving, and diversified economy that supports its residents, visitors, and local businesses with a gathering place that builds on the community's unique scientific, educational, historical, spiritual, cultural, and artistic assets. Is a green, sustainable environment with protected natural resources - magnificent vistas, pristine waters, pure sweet air, and historic charm. ...Carefully manages its growth and development through sound planning and policies, accommodating change while preserving its unique historical character, natural features, and quality of life. ...Is a friendly, safe, and healthy community with affordable housing, accessible health care, low levels of crime, well- maintained streets, pedestrian pathways, public places, and a wealth of recreational activities for families and youth. ...Is a global magnet for education, culture, and the arts, building on its rich Hawaiian, ethnic, and cultural diversity and shares these resources with the community and the rest of the world. ...Is synonymous with the spirit of Aloha, a community that celebrates its unique character, rich heritage, generational values, and vision for the future. Our hometown, Downtown Hilo, is a welcoming neighborhood like no other - a wonderful place to live, work and play. {f ision °wn #own Hilo A =� 2025 Ilk d� y 0 EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 22 1 Page SHARED COMMUNITY CORE VALUES WE BELIEVE THAT THE FOLLOWING VALUES REFLECT THE UNIQUE CHARACTER OF OUR COMMUNITY AND THE QUALITIES WE SEEK TO SUSTAIN AND ENHANCE AS WE MOVE INTO THE FUTURE. Natural Environment: We value the presence and preservation of our natural environment —the ocean, open space, fresh water and clean air, green lushness produced by the rain —while sustaining the beauty and serenity of our surroundings. Small -Town Atmosphere: We value the small -town atmosphere of our community —its rural and historic underpinnings, pedestrian - friendly Downtown area, and the sense of community with its focus on families and children. We value preservation of the roots of our community's history and wish to sustain its physical environment, sense of community, friendliness, and spirit of Aloha. We believe in paying homage to our past by keeping it alive and honoring those who have contributed so much. Human and Economic Diversity: We value the multi - cultural heritage and human diversity of our community, which contributes to the uniqueness of our social environment and extends to businesses and community activities. We strive to sustain our diverse, locally -based economy to provide opportunities for employment to all our community. Personal Safety and Security: We value the sense of safety and security that exists in our rural atmosphere and strive to ensure the personal safety and security of every community member and visitor. We strive to protect individuals from harm while administering to the weakened economic and emotional plight of the less fortunate. Influence of Higher Education: We value the close, mutually beneficial ties between our community and our university and community college. We strive to maximize our connection with international diversity. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 23 1 Page FOCUS AREA VISION STATEMENTS 1 CREATING ECONOMIC VITALITY In the year 2025, Downtown Hilo is a vibrant, thriving community sustained by its diversified economy. Economic energy is maintained in part by the larger regional industries such as agriculture, transportation, government, and the high - tech research community. Downtown Hilo's primary economic powerhouse, however, is its community of entrepreneurs and small businesses. Business owners recognize the earnings potential of a downtown location and tax incentives encourage prospective businesses to move downtown. Residents, students, and visitors all contribute to downtown's economic vitality by frequenting the many shops, restaurants, sidewalk cafes, world- famous farmers market, and all the other specialized businesses and services that are tucked among artfully restored historic buildings. Hilo's First Friday tradition has become a nightly celebration all week long. The commercial variety offered Downtown is not its only lure; Downtown Hilo is an easy place to visit too. Its mass transit options, ample public parking, pedestrian malls with covered sidewalks —all within easy walking distance to the wide bayfront boardwalk, make Downtown Hilo a destination of choice. A unique mix of industries and interests, of cultures and environment, combined with the community's adaptability when challenged by economic and natural adversity sustains Downtown Hilo's robust economy. Through this sustained economic vitality, Downtown Hilo remains the beautiful, friendly and lively town it is today- unlike any other in Hawai'i. 2 PRESERVING OUR ENVIRONMENT In the year 2025, Downtown Hilo is a breathtaking sight. Its gently sloping townscape overlooks pristine Hilo Bay and the !� lush Hdmdkua coastline and is framed by the majestic peaks of Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea. These magnificent vistas have been carefully protected, thereby ensuring the town's open, spacious atmosphere. As a designated Heritage Town with beautifully restored late 19th and early 20th century architecture, Downtown Hilo is a picturesque village with its own distinct historic style. Hilo Town's streets are cleansed by the frequent rains and maintained by civic pride. A convenient recycling program keeps the streets litter -free. Planters spilling over with lush EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 24 1 Page foliage and tropic blossoms adorn sidewalks and public spaces. Multi -modal forms of transportation including sampans, Hele -On shuttles and bicycles provide environmentally friendly choices. Hilo Bays glistens in the sun inviting paddlers, surfers, and fishermen to enjoy Hawai'i's clean, protected waters. The Hilo Bay - Wailuku River Shoreline Park & Trail provides a scenic expanse for walking, biking, jogging, picnicking, and other activities. The views from downtown persuade people to slow down, relax, and enjoy the natural beauty around them. Residents and visitors give this fragile environment a profound respect. Preservation of its natural and historic resources is a priority that makes Downtown a special place like no other. 3 STRENGTHENING AND SUSTAINING OUR COMMUNITY In the year 2025, Downtown Hilo is synonymous with Aloha. The community treasures its rich history, traditions, cultural diversity, generational community -based values, and unique character. Public and private institutions reflect the same values and collaborate to enhance this family - friendly community with a variety of youth- centered activities and ongoing programs that support lower- income households. popular public square serves as the gathering place for residents and visitors of all ages who come to enjoy downtown's beautiful parks, 0 theaters, museums, galleries, churches, and cultural events. There they can talk story, catch up with friends, and make new ones. Volunteerism is alive and well, and the community is known throughout Hawaii for its history of civic participation and personal responsibility. Downtown Hilo reflects the beauty, history, and spirit of Aloha of its people and is a model for other communities that want to preserve that small -town feeling of old. In 2025, our hometown — Downtown Hilo —is as it always has been: a wonderful place to call home. 4 ENHANCING EDUCATION, CULTURE, AND THE ARTS In the year 2025, Downtown Hilo is a global magnet for education, culture and the arts. It is known as Hawai'i's College Town, with the nearby University of Hawai "i at Hilo, the University's research facilities, and Hawai'i Community College attracting the best minds from across the state and the rest of the world. The community's public library is a popular stop on the Hele -On shuttle route. In addition to its easy mass transit EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 25 1 Page access, the library has the parking capacity to accommodate all its visitors. The community demonstrates its values though generous financial support of culture and the arts. Public funding through government programs assist where private donations occasionally fall short and assure that downtown's artistic and cultural community remain active and relevant. Downtown's existing museums and venues for fine and live arts have enhanced the community's reputation as a center of education and art by actively collaborating on a variety of quality programs. These entertaining learning opportunities appeal to participants of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Clear, consistent interpretive signage, part of a comprehensive interpretive plan for downtown, identifies significant sites and leads even the most casual visitor to discover something new. With its rich culture and history, Downtown Hilo has created a culture of learning that bridges the most ethnically and artistically diverse area in the country, and, as a community, it is proud to share this wealth with the rest of the world. S PROMOTING HEALTH AND SAFETY In the year 2025, Downtown Hilo is an active, safe and healthy community. Fresh, locally grown produce is available seven days a week at the flagship farmers market, local groceries and natural food markets. Hilo Bay's bounty provides local fishermen with healthy additions to their families' meals. Downtown Hilo is a place where children can play safely in public parks under the watchful eyes of parents and grandparents who visit together while sitting on comfortable, shaded benches nearby. This walkable community is designed with the convenience and safety of the public in mind. Wide sidewalks and pedestrian malls divert speeding traffic. Cycling is a safe transportation option thanks to an extensive system of dedicated bicycle paths within downtown and leading into downtown. Everyone knows the names of the community police officers who have become part of the community they protect. At night the streets are safely illuminated by attractive period lighting, which makes downtown nearly as lively as it is during the day. With its low crime rate, clean environment, wealth of recreational activities, and comfortable feeling of 'ohana, Downtown Hilo is the healthiest and safest place in Hawai'i. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 26 1 Page 6 MANAGING GROWTH In the year 2025, Downtown Hilo has retained its small -town charm through careful planning and smart management. A tradition of collaborative partnerships between community, government, and private enterprise has ensured fair and sustainable development. At the heart of this town's smart growth success is its combination of commercial and resiaenTiai use. uespiTe a growing popuiaTion, auromooiie traffic downtown is light. Cyclists and quiet energy- efficient buses move easily though unhurried neighborhood streets. Residents can choose car -free lifestyles because almost everything they need is within easy walking distance. And for places beyond comfortable walking distances, a convenient mass transit system offers dependable, affordable travel. Historic preservation and well- designed construction meld seamlessly, never detracting from the area's stunning natural view. New development is carefully planned to avoid any negative impact on the environment and on the region's capacity. Downtown Hilo is an example of what smart growth can do —smart growth has kept Downtown Hilo's history alive and its future bright. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 27 1 Page FOCUS AREA DESCRIPTIONS THE FOLLOWING ARE EXAMPLES OF TOPICS THAT ARE ASSOCIATED WITH EACH FOCUS AREA: • Employment /workforce • Business retention and expansion • Zoning to allow home -based businesses compatible with residential uses • New business development • Financing • Tax incentives • Business Improvement District • Farmers markets • Multi -modal transportation • Sustainable tourism and marketing • Preserve natural resources and protect scenic open space • Preservation of historic sites • Clean air & water quality • Reduce carbon footprint and energy consumption • Beach cleanup • Watershed management • Recycling • LEED Certified buildings • Drainage & solid waste management • Flood control • Trails, shared paths, beautification and aesthetics • Neighborhood identity • Families • Child /youth friendly • Youth Committee • Multi- functional public gathering spaces • Public square • Community center • Civic engagement through community outreach and participation • Homelessness • Relationships between the University and Downtown EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 28 1 Page • Education & learning opportunities • Opportunities for investment in the arts • Visible /public art • Social, cultural, and entertainment destination • Cultural Resource Preservation • Oral history • Events calendar • Interpretive plans • Library as a central gathering space • Outdoor entertainment • Performing arts ad* ealth and Safety • Safe community • Police on bicycles • Crime prevention training • Health, wellness and physical fitness activities • Walkable community • All- hazard preparedness planning (fire, tsunami, earthquakes, volcanic) • Equitable and universal access • ADA compliant • Child- friendly • Seniors • Lighting, • Pedestrian - oriented street design • Bicycle paths • Drug prevention • - - • 0"TIONP • Alignment of existing regulatory codes with the 2025 Vision • Vision Concept Traffic and pedestrian circulation Public transportation . Livable communities . Traffic calming strategies . Human scale architecture . Design guidelines . Mixed use development . LEED certified . Alternate construction materials . Parking facilities . Enforcement . Revisit CDH District boundaries EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 29 1 Page THE NEW EDH 2025 SUSTAINABILITY MEASURES A sustainable Downtown Hilo is one that meets the needs of those of the present without compromising our ability to meet the needs and opportunities of future generations. EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 strives towards a sustainable urban model so as to ensure that the choices we make today not only enhance our quality of life, but also do not compromise our children's, or our grandchildren's, future. Our principles of sustainability encompass the big picture, whether we are evaluating our economy, our ecological footprint, or our personal health. The inclusion of Sustainability Measures ensures that the EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 Living Action Plan is progressive with recognized planning strategies and industry 'best practices.' We consulted with a variety of respected resources in order to custom -fit 10 measures that encompass the diverse elements of sustainability with the unique needs of Downtown Hilo. The Sustainability Measures provide tools for shaping sustainably- oriented implementation and also helps us measure successful achievement of actions from a global level. For funding purposes, the column will aid users in identifying which actions relate to basic sustainability principles, thus ensuring that the project is in line with their particular objective. Below are the 10 Sustainability Measures. Notice that each Sustainability Measure has a corresponding icon which will appear in the matrix column to signify that it fits into the measure's criteria. Any actions which contain several icons are considered sustainably- focused and warrant priority implementation. IrCommunity Resiliency. This measure highlights actions that strive to build our social, economic, and environmental well -being as a community within the context of our unique identity and physical location. Within the EDH 2025 Plan, Community Resiliency includes actions that strengthen the human spirit and our capacity to 1) thrive and build a strong economic base, 2) survive and recover from natural hazards, crises, and environmental challenges, 3) protect, restore, and revitalize our town as a resilient coastal community, and 4) work together, find solutions, and manage change. This icon will be placed beside actions that protect and build our existing assets and resources, including our organizational capacity. It will also include actions that develop our human resources and our capacity to achieve our Vision through new tools, training, and mentoring. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 30 1 Page This measure was inspired by and implements the following philosophies and principles: Hawai'i Alliance for Community -Based Economic Development, Canadian Centre for Community Renewal, Hawaii Coastal Zone Management Program, Smart Growth - Coastal and Waterfront Communities, New Urbanism, and International Making Cities Livable. Civic Gathering. This measure highlights the importance of creating opportunities to bring people together to strengthen our community. In following the ancient tradition of a town square or a central market place serving as the vital hub of a city, this icon will highlight actions that enhance civic gathering spaces and promote gathering events in the downtown area. This icon also reminds us that the presence of people and creating opportunities to build community and encourage civic participation underlies a sustainable society. An action will receive this icon if it directly contributes to the promotion of existing or new civic gathering spaces or events, town meetings, or creates opportunities for gathering; such as creating plazas or installing benches. Actions that build relationships, collaborative partnerships, community involvement and empowerment, and capacity building also receive this icon. This measure was inspired by and implements the following philosophies and principles: International Making Cities Livable, New Urbanism, and Project for Public Spaces. Earth - Friendly. We believe that a sustainable society is environmentally pro- active and seeks to find a balance with its natural surroundings. This measure focuses on projects that are environmentally sensitive, and include natural resource protection, climate - friendly and green initiatives, such as resource conservation and the utilization of renewable energy sources. It also recognizes projects which employ recognized green building strategies for new construction, community infrastructure, or the remodeling of existing buildings. Green building and infrastructure standards are focused on reducing the impact of the built environment on the natural environment, with a particular emphasis on human health and the overarching life cycle costs of development. This icon will appear on actions related to environmentally - conscious projects such as photovoltaic systems (including street lighting), curbside recycling programs, street trees, bioswales (to reduce storm water runoff), rainwater harvesting, storm water reclamation, preservation of ocean resources, and environmental education - related efforts and LEED certified projects. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 31 1 Page This measure was inspired by and implements the following philosophies and principles: United Nations Sustainable Development, ICLEI -Local Governments for Sustainability, New Urbanism, Natural Resources Defense Council, LEED for Neighborhood Development, New Urbanism, and the Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Plan. of Equitable Access. We believe that all residents and visitors to Downtown Hilo should be free of economic, social, or physical obstacles to O,- downtown services and amenities. This measure will acknowledge actions that ensure that our downtown is a fair space that is considerate and appreciative of the diversity of the human experience. Examples of the type of actions that relate to equitable access are: signs which utilize meaningful icons redundant with textual information, smooth ground surfaces, ramps, curb cuts, and appropriate non - English language usage in signs. This measure was inspired by and implements the following philosophies and principles: Universal Design, the Portland Plan, International Making Cities Livable, Age in Place, Visitability, and Complete Streets. IqHealthy Living & Walkability. This measure recognizes that an active and economically healthy downtown is directly related to residents with healthy and active lifestyles. We recognize that vital goods and services within close proximities will enable and encourage walking and other forms of physically active transport, and can contribute to decreased vehicle congestion in the downtown area. This icon will highlight actions that promote active living, physical fitness, healthy eating, and other health - promoting projects, such as farmer's markets. In addition, actions will receive this icon if they promote pedestrian- oriented streets, traffic - calming methods, and a downtown core of short distances. This measure was inspired by and implements the following philosophies and principles: Healthy Hawai "i Initiative, Smart Growth, New Urbanism, New Pedestrianism, Transit - Oriented Development, and Complete Streets. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 32 1 Page Mixed -Use Development This measure highlights actions which promote, develop, or enhance a variety of land uses within the downtown area. For our purposes, mixed -use development refers to the practice of mixing retail, residential, and office space uses within the specific area of Downtown Hilo. The most common example of mixed -use can be seen in buildings which contain storefronts at ground level and office space or apartment residencies in the floors above. Promoting mixed -use development enables the downtown to develop a dense urban fabric, it can enhance economic vitality, it increases safety through an "eyes on the street" approach, and it creates a downtown core where essential services are close and accessible. This measure was inspired by and implements the following philosophies and principles: Smart Growth, New Urbanism, International Making Cities Livable, and the AIA's 10 Principles for Livable Communities. Multi -modal Transportation. This measure highlights actions that Opromote a variety of transportation options such as public transit, shuttle O O service, park- and -ride options, private vehicles, pedestrians, scooters, bicycles, and rollerblades. Downtown Hilo should be an area of "complete streets" which are designed and operated to enable safe access for all users. Actions will receive this icon if they promote alternative modes of transportation that decrease traffic congestion in the downtown urban core. It also includes actions that support the ability of pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and bus riders of all ages and abilities to safely navigate downtown streets. This measure was inspired by and implements the following philosophies and principles: Smart Growth, New Urbanism, New Pedestrianism, Transit - Oriented Development, Traditional Neighborhood Development, Complete Streets, International Making Cities Livable, and the AIA's 10 Principles for Livable Communities. `Ohana Tradition. Hawaiian culture is centered on the 'ohana (family), which extends to and includes the greater community as we acknowledge our interdependent relationships with those around us. Downtown's true measurement of success relates to a prioritization of our keiki (children) and a true dedication to our kupuna (elders). By focusing on our community 'ohana, we honor the values of our host - culture. This measure focuses on the downtown area being a safe and healthy place for the entire family - from the kupuna to the keiki. To that end, we want our downtown to reflect a celebratory atmosphere where the child in all of us EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 33 1 Page feels safe to play, learn, interact, and explore. This icon will appear on actions that relate to cultural programs, children, youth, and senior activities, after - school programs, programs & events that promote art/ music /theater. It will also appear on actions that highlight crime prevention and neighborhood safety. This measure was inspired by and implements the following philosophies and principles: The Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Plan, KaBoom's Playful City USA, Child- Friendly Cities, Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), Project for Public Spaces, and Complete Streets. Parks & Natural Spaces. This measure recognizes actions that preserve and promote the development, expansion, and maintenance 7W, of open green spaces, including pocket - parks, the urban treescape, and natural view planes. Enhancing our urban parks and open spaces will help to protect view planes and sensitive environmental areas near the bay, protect our watershed, employ natural flood and erosion control strategies, moderate ambient air temperatures from the heat - island effect, and create a pleasant and attractive downtown experience that will add not only add value to Downtown as a place, but will enhance our quality of life. This measure was inspired by and implements the following philosophies and principles: Smart Growth, Natural Resource Management and Hawai "i Coastal Zone Management Programs. Rhythm, Of HHO. This measure highlights the philosophy that Downtown Hilo is a destination and that people are drawn to our special town. This measure ensures that Downtown Hilo remains a focal point with abundant activities. Actions that directly contribute to creating an energetic and vibrant downtown that will enhance relationships and enrich and uplift our human experience will receive this icon. Examples include: visible art such as murals and sculptures, performing arts, outdoor entertainment, cultural events, historic preservation, beautification projects, and outdoor cafes. This measure was inspired by and implements the following philosophies and principles: Smart Growth, New Urbanism, International Making Cities Livable, and Project for Public Spaces. To learn more about these progressive and `best practice' planning strategies, please refer to the Resources section in the Appendix for a list of websites. 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Action 1.83 Identify new sources of grant funding to initiate community projects Strategy 1.9 Enhance the sustainability of Downtown Hilo through business incubation and retention programs Action 1.91 Maintain and build positive relationships with new businesses through the distribution of welcome packets Action 1.92 Create incentives to utilize rental spaces for new small- business incubators 2 Preserving Our Environment Strategy 2.1 Develop a network of trails, paths, and green spaces for recreational uses from Wailuku River to Hilo Harbor Action 2.11 Publish the Hilo Bayfront Trails conceptual master plan Action 2.12 Implement the Wailuku River Park and Trail Design Plan Action 2.13 Develop the Kaipalaoa Landing Park Action 2.14 Construct the Hilo Bayfront Trails Strategy 2.2 Protect significant view corridors, including views of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, Hamakua Coast and ocean Action 2.21 Establish a digitized photo inventory of existing and historic view planes EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 84 1 Page Action 2.22 Identify significant view corridors Action 2.23 Establish a committee to review existing building heights in the Zoning Code Action 2.24 Install all utilities underground Strategy 2.3 Restore Hilo Bay to a clean and healthy state Action 2.31 Coordinate storm drain stenciling and community education Create a comprehensive landscaping plan about pollution impacts Action 2.32 Facilitate organized beach clean -ups Action 2.33 Facilitate community education about the Hilo Bay Watershed Develop pocket parks and Hilo Bay Action 2.34 Establish a water quality testing program Action 2.35 Explore alternative methods to clean the bay and improve water Celebrate Downtown gateways with signage and landscaping circulation, including options to alter the breakwater Action 2.36 Develop a comprehensive drainage and flood abatement system Action 2.37 Retrofit storm drains and dry wells, to reduce pollution to the Bay Strategy 2.4 Reduce disposable waste in Downtown Action 2.41 Action 2.42 Action 2.43 Action 2.44 Action 2.45 Action 2.46 Action 2.47 Improve trash pick -up Create programs that educate residents and businesses on how to increase recycling and reduce waste Install recycling receptacles Develop incentives for businesses to recycle Recognize businesses that adopt Zero Waste goals Identify and Promote "Green" businesses Create an educational kiosk about the impact of plastics on the marine environment Strategy 2.5 Protect and enhance Downtown Hilo's natural beauty through landscaping, plantings, and related improvements Action 2.51 Create a comprehensive landscaping plan Action 2.52 Develop a program for businesses and residents to adopt areas to improve landscaping and maintenance Action 2.53 Develop pocket parks Action 2.54 Develop and Maintain Liholiho Park as a pocket park Action 2.55 Install hanging baskets Action 2.56 Celebrate Downtown gateways with signage and landscaping Action 2.57 Develop community gardens Action 2.58 Create boulevard treatments along Waianuenue Avenue Strategy 2.6 Develop walking access from Downtown to Hilo Bayfront Action 2.61 Assess the frequency of closures of Bayfront Highway from hazardous conditions EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 85 1 Page Action 2.62 Develop an alternative route for heavy traffic and reclaim Bayfront Highway Strategy 2.7 Prepare for impacts of climate change and establish measures to reduce energy consumption Action 2.71 Include sea -level rise data in long -term implementation strategies Action 2.72 Develop areas where visitors can "plant" a tree to offset the carbon footprint created by travel to Hawai'i Island Action 2.73 Create tax incentives for businesses that convert to renewable energy sources Action 2.74 Promote carpooling to reduce the number of cars and energy consumption 3 Strengthening &Sustaining Our Community Strategy 3.1 Develop and promote ongoing family- centered activities and programs for all ages Action 3.11 Establish a Youth Committee Action 3.12 Develop programs based on youth input Action 3.13 Promote Downtown as a "Playful City U.S.A." Action 3.14 Organize a "Celebration of Family" Day Action 3.15 Involve K -12 schools in developing after - school activities Action 3.16 Designate an area for skateboard use Strategy 3.2 Promote implementation of the Downtown Hilo Vision and Living Action Plan through collaborative stakeholder efforts and private - public partnerships Action 3.21 Develop a long -term strategic implementation plan Action 3.22 Host EDH 2025 Town Meetings to showcase ongoing actions, deliver progress reports to the community, and provide public engagement opportunities Action 3.23 Prepare progress reports and conduct periodic updates of EDH 2025 Action 3.24 Establish a community volunteer program that is active and visible Action 3.25 Develop an EDH 2025 Community Resource Center Strategy 3.3 Create public gathering places for civic engagement Action 3.31 Revitalize Kalakaua Park as a Heritage Area and central gathering place Action 3.32 Install more benches EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 86 1 Page Action 3.33 Install picnic tables at Mo'oheau Park Action 3.34 Develop a free Wi -Fi network Strategy 3.4 Honor and Action 3.41 Action 3.42 Action 3.43 Action 3.44 support Downtown Hilo's cultural, ethnic, and spiritual heritage Promote walking tours of downtown Convene Kupuna from all cultures to share their stories as guidance for the future Establish a community history project that includes an oral history Create a storytelling fund Strategy 3.5 Support lower- income households through ongoing collaborative programs and activities Action 3.51 Provide emergency shelter options for homeless community Action 3.52 Develop programs to help support the daily needs of people who are homeless Action 3.53 Develop and promote internships /employment programs for low income people Action 3.54 Engage and involve people who are homeless in program development and implementation Action 3.55 Provide a safe area for people who are homeless Strategy 3.6 Implement programs to support community- capacity building Action 3.61 Provide education to community groups to help develop leadership skills and organizational structure Action 3.62 Host periodic facilitation training sessions Action 3.63 Host Project Management Training Enhancing Education, Culture, and the Arts Strategy 4.1 Support new and existing educational programs and activities focused on Downtown Hilo's cross - cultural heritage, environment, and arts institutions Action 4.11 Develop community partnerships to promote education, culture, and the arts Action 4.12 Maintain and promote a master calendar of community events Web site Strategy 4.2 Protect and promote Downtown Hilo's important cultural monuments and historic sites Action 4.21 Identify buildings, structures, and sites with historic preservation potential EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 87 1 Page Action 4.22 Develop signage for Kalakaua Park and the Naha Stones Action 4.23 Develop an Interpretive Plan and signage program Action 4.24 Identify and honor Downtown Hilo's ancient heiaus Strategy 4.3 Enhance Downtown Hilo's community- centered library with state -of- the -art features and facilities Action 4.31 Promote the library as a place for community events, activities, and meetings Action 4.32 Expand public transportation access to the library Action 4.33 Explore options to expand library parking Action 4.34 Develop a visual rendering for enhanced library facilities Strategy 4.4 Create educational and vocational opportunities in Downtown Hilo Action 4.41 Provide student internship opportunities in Downtown Action 4.42 Identify organizations that provide vocational training Strategy 4.5 Create opportunities for visible art to enhance public spaces Action 4.51 Develop murals Action 4.52 Install banners on light poles along Kamehameha Avenue 5 Promoting Health &Safety Strategy 5.1 Develop and coordinate a program to foster disaster resiliency in Downtown Hilo Action 5.11 Update the "Multi- Hazard Mitigation Plan: County of Hawai'i - May 2005" Action 5.12 Develop & conduct a tsunami education, preparation, and recovery program Action 5.13 Develop and implement plan to reduce risk of large scale fire Action 5.14 Assist businesses and facilities to prepare emergency response plans Action 5.15 Implement educational programs on all hazards preparedness Action 5.16 Form a Hilo Bay CERTeam Action 5.17 Establish long -term recovery policies to implement in the event of a disaster Strategy 5.2 Establish measures to make downtown safe and inviting Action 5.21 Promote a more visible police presence Action 5.22 Establish police bike patrols Action 5.23 Develop accessible, clean, and safe public restrooms in downtown EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 88 1 Page Action 5.24 Improve street lighting including alternative technologies (e.g. photovoltaic) where appropriate Action 5.25 Train businesses on how to minimize crime through environmental design Action 5.26 Improve lighting at Kalakaua Park Strategy 5.3 Incorporate Universal Design standards to make Downtown Hilo an inclusive, barrier -free Action 5.31 Action 5.32 Action 5.33 Action 5.34 Action 5.35 community, with safe access for all users Install curb cuts in sidewalks Establish pedestrian - friendly sidewalk standards Improve the safety features of crosswalks Map accessible features such as sidewalks, curb cuts, restrooms, and benches Improve sidewalk surfaces Strategy 5.4 Promote healthy lifestyles to enhance the well -being of all residents and visitors Action 5.41 Create infrastructure to encourage physical fitness Action 5.42 Promote healthy eating when possible Action 5.43 Promote drug -free living and education 6 Managing Growth Strategy 6.1 Implement a series of connected measures to calm traffic, encourage multi- modal transportation, and accommodate pedestrians Action 6.11 Develop a master plan to include traffic circulation, parking, and pedestrian streetscapes Action 6.12 Develop a pilot event for a vehicle free area Action 6.13 Identify potential vehicle -free streets or zones Action 6.14 Improve multi -modal and pedestrian access on designated streets in Downtown Action 6.15 Identify streets for implementing traffic calming measures Action 6.16 Develop landscaped curb extensions Action 6.17 Develop a system of bike lanes Strategy 6.2 Provide adequate parking in Downtown Hilo Action 6.21 Construct a multi -story parking structure around the edge of Downtown Action 6.22 Relocate employee parking to a designated area Action 6.23 Develop parking alternatives EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 89 1 Page Strategy 6.3 Develop a comprehensive growth management plan for Downtown Hilo through community and stakeholder collaboration Action 6.31 Evaluate the EDH 2025 Living Action Plan and its consistency with recognized sustainable planning strategies Action 6.32 Host an AIA Sustainable Design Assessment Team Program for Downtown Hilo Action 6.33 Create a Base Map to incorporate current conditions, resources, assets, and infrastructure Action 6.34 Create a Vision Concept that incorporates the EDH 2025 Action Plan Action 6.35 Reevaluate Downtown Hilo's existing geographic boundaries for possible revision Strategy 6.4 Preserve Downtown Hilo's unique character and assets and promote renovation of its historic buildings Action 6.41 Amend Ch.27 Flood Plain Management Code to minimize restrictions on building renovation and construction Action 6.42 Research and evaluate options for designating Downtown Hilo as a "historic district Action 6.43 Develop Community Design Guidelines for Downtown Hilo Strategy 6.5 Develop a range of housing opportunities and choices available to all income groups Action 6.51 Incentivize mixed - income housing in Downtown Action 6.52 Conduct a feasibility study for implementing a co- housing project with options for seniors and people with disabilities in appropriate locations EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 90 1 Page ACTION IDEAS - PARKING LOT Overview: The action ideas listed below were suggested by community members, knowledgeable individuals working in their respective fields, and the Sustainable Design Assessment Team from the American Institute of Architects. The Parking Lot is a placeholder for action ideas that have not yet been vetted by a stakeholder group or do not have partners identified for implementation. They are kept here for future consideration and possible inclusion in the EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 Living Action Plan. For an action idea to become a "new EDH 2025 action" the following criteria must be met: 1. The action idea comports with the Overarching Vision and Focus Area Vision Statement 2. It is reviewed by a stakeholder group of Lead Solution Partners, Potential Partners, or community members 3. Lead Solution Partners or Potential Partners are identified for implementation There is space at the end of this document for you to record your own action ideas! EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 91 1 Page FOCUS AREA ONE: CREATING ECONOMIC VITALITY Strategy Action Idea 1 1.1 Expand Aloha Gateway Project from Wailuku River to Suisan Bridge with projects such as a boardwalk 2 1.1 Build a cable -car system over the top of Mauna Kea and back 3 1.3 Form a public - private collective to assist and support landowners and developers 4 1.4 Establish nighttime concerts and outdoor movies in Kalakaua Park 5 1.4 Host live music at Mo'oheau Bandstand every Friday night 6 1.4 Support daily and nightly music in covered spaces 7 1.4 Host a Hilo Rain Festival to celebrate our greatest resource EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 91 1 Page 8 1.4 Host an outdoor food festival featuring local restaurants 9 1.4 Plan a commemorative celebration in honor of the day King Kamehameha left Hilo Bay to change the world /unite the Hawaiian Islands 10 1.5 Develop the Ponahawai Street block with a major attractor or retail uses 11 1.6 Develop Downtown Hilo as a globally recognized destination for the scientific, arts, and intellectual community 12 1.8 Create employment opportunities for youth FOCUS 1 " PRESERVING OUR 1 Strategy Action Idea 1 2.4 Establish a service to collect recyclables from Downtown businesses 2 2.4 Install reverse - vending recycling machines 3 2.4 Install mini - recycling centers 4 2.5 Install drinking fountains 5 2.5 Create plastic- and Styrofoam -free zones 6 2.7 Create a water catchment demonstration project to promote sustainable water practices 7 2.7 Establish Alternative Energy Demonstration Centers 8 2.7 FOCUS Create a HELCO rebate program for Energy Star equipment /appliances AND SUSTAINING OUR 1 Strategy Action Idea 1 3.1 Create a comprehensive database of family- oriented activities 2 3.1 Develop a dance hall for all age groups EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 92 1 Page EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 93 1 Page FOCUS 1 EDUCATION, 1 THE ARTS Strategy Action Idea 1 4.1 Develop display -size calendar of events to be posted at prominent locations 2 4.2 Develop a visitor's center 3 4.4 Include and develop sports programs 4 4.4 Establish a culinary school 5 4.4 Expand vocational programs 6 4.5 Create Water /Rain as a 'theme' for Downtown Hilo 7 4.5 Organize opportunities for local museums to install displays in windows of vacant buildings 8 4.5 Utilize vacant buildings for art exhibits 9 4.5 FOCUS Establish a 'buy -a- brick' program to aesthetically improve and pave public spaces " PROMOTING HEALTH A1 SAFETY Strategy Action Idea 1 5.2 Strategy Expand hours and facilities at Mo'oheau Bus Station restrooms FOCUS GROWTH Action Idea 1 6.1 Install bike racks at key points in Downtown 2 6.1 Connect Ululani Street through to Waianuenue Avenue 3 6.2 Move urban park and ride further from Downtown 4 6.2 Implement shuttle system from park and ride EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 93 1 Page d • • • • • • Please use this space to record your own ideas for future actions EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 94 1 Page Amend the CDH District and Plan Approval sections of the Zoning Code to 5 6.3 be consistent with the Overarching Vision for 2025 6 6.3 Incentivize compliance with Community Design Guidelines Adopt a Form —based code incorporating an urban design study and 3- 7 6.3 dimension regulating plan for Downtown Hilo Incorporate Universal Design and Age in Place principles to future 8 6.4 development 9 6.4 Identify sub -areas within Downtown Hilo 10 6.4 Establish a consistent theme for street furniture Establish a "clean -up" program to support improvements to run -down 11 6.4 buildings 12 6.5 Develop an Urban Renewal Agency 13 6.6 Create a covered pedestrian mall d • • • • • • Please use this space to record your own ideas for future actions EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 94 1 Page LIST OF LEAD SOLUTION PARTNERS AND POTENTIAL n ' -- -- 41 LEAD SOLUTION PARTNERS The following list includes Lead Solution Partners that have committed to implementing one or more actions in the Envision Downtown Hilo 2025 Living Action Plan. The acronym or short form used in the Action Plan Matrix is indicated in parentheses. • Alice Moon & Company (AM &C) • Army Corps of Engineers • Big Island Resource Conservation & Development Council (BIRC &D) • County of Hawaii Dept. of Public Works (COH DPW) • County of Hawaii Dept. of Environmental Management (COH DEM) • County of Hawaii Mass Transit Agency (COH Mass Transit) • County of Hawaii Office of Housing & Community Development (COH OHCD) • County of Hawaii Office of the Prosecuting Attorney (OPA) • County of Hawaii Planning Dept. (COH PD) • County of Hawaii Parks & Recreation (COH P &R) • County of Hawaii Police Dept. (Police Dept.) • County of Hawaii Research & Development (COH R &D) • Community Alliance Partners • EDH 2025 VisionKeepers • East Hawaii Cultural Council (EHCC) • Friends of Hilo Public Library • Hawai`i County Council (County Council) • Hawai`i Fire Dept. (Fire Dept.) • Hawai`i Community Collective • Hawai`i Island Board of Realtors • Hawai`i County Civil Defense Agency (Civil Defense) • Hilo Bay Watershed Advisory Group (HBWAG) • Hilo Downtown Improvement Association (HDIA) • Hawai`i Island Chamber of Commerce (HICC) • Hilo Farmers Market, LLC • Hilo High School (HHS) Key Club /Envision Now • Hilo Public Library • Ka Hui Pa`ani • Kaipalaoa Landing Working Group • Lyman Museum • Pacific Tsunami Museum • Palace Theater • Recycle Hawai `i • State of Hawaii Dept. of Health (DOH) • State of Hawaii Dept. of Transportation (DOT) • Tropical Visions • University of Hawaii (UH) Sea Grant Program • University of Hawaii at Hilo (UHH) College of Arts and Science Dean's Office • UHH Conference Center • Wailuku River Walk Steering Committee • YWCA of Hawaii Island EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 95 1 Page POTENTIAL PARTNERS The following list includes Potential Partners that could potentially command a lead or supporting role in action implementation. The acronym or short form used in the Action Plan Matrix is indicated in parentheses. • Ala Kai Realty • Alu Like • Big Island Resource Conservation & Development Council (BIRC &D) • Big Island Substance Abuse Council (BISAC) • Big Island Visitors Bureau (BIVB) • Bike Systems Advocates • Boy Scouts • Care Hawai'i • Community Alliance Partners • County of Hawai'i (COH) • County of Hawai'i Dept. of Public Works (COH DPW) • County of Hawai'i Dept. of Environmental Management (COH DEM) • County of Hawai'i Finance Dept. (COH Finance) • County of Hawai'i Mass Transit Agency (COH Mass Transit) • County of Hawai'i Parks & Recreation (COH P &R) • County of Hawai'i Planning Dept. (COH PD) • County of Hawai'i Police Dept. (Police Dept.) • County of Hawai'i Research & Development (COH R &D) • County of Hawai'i Office of Housing & Community Development (COH OHCD) • Destination Hilo • Disability Rights Hawai'i (DRH) • Downtown Hilo Landowners • Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) • Edith Kanaka'ole Foundation • Friends of Hilo Public Library • Girl Scouts • Hawai'i Community College (HCC) • Hawai'i Community Collective • Hawai'i County Civil Defense Agency (Civil Defense) • Hawai'i County Council (County Council) • Hawai'i Fire Dept. (Fire Dept.) • Hawai'i Island Board of Realtors • Hawai'i Island Economic Development Board (HIEDB) • Hawai'i Island Chamber of Commerce (HICC) • Hawai'i Island United Way • Hawai'i Japanese Center • Hawai'i Electric Light Co. (HELCO) • Hawai'i Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB) • Hawaiian Tel • Hilo Downtown Improvement Association (HDIA) • Hilo Farmer's Market, LLC • Hilo High School (HHS) Key Club /Envision Now • Hilo Intermediate & High Schools • Hilo Public Library • Institute of Astronomy • Historic Hawai'i Foundation • Japanese Chamber of Commerce • Ka Hui Pa'ani EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 96 1 Page • Kanoelehua Industrial Area Association (KIAA) • Kona Business Improvement District (Kona B.I.D.) • Lyman Museum • Mokupapapa Discovery Center (Mokupapapa) • Merrie Monarch • National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) • Oceanic Cablevision • Office of Social Ministry (OSM) • Orchidland Surf • Palace Theater • People's Advocacy for Trails Hawai'i (PATH) • Pacific Tsunami Museum • Rat Pack Skate Shop • Recycle Hawai'i • Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) • Rotary Clubs • State of Hawai'i Workforce Development Division • State of Hawai'i Division of Forestry & Wildlife (DOFAW) • State of Hawai'i Dept. of Transportation (DOT) • State of Hawai'i Dept. of Education (DOE) • State of Hawai'i Dept. of Land & Natural Resources (DLNR) • State of Hawai'i Dept. of Health (DOH) • The Institute for Family Enrichment (TIFFE) • University of Hawai'i at Hilo (UHH) • University of Hawai'i at Hilo (UHH) College of Business & Economics • University of Hawai'i at Hilo (UHH) Student Association Leadership Training EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 97 1 Page This page is intentionally left blank EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 98 1 Page PART THREE Looking Ahead... �wr.'*"���'Y.•' Jam-- - _ - - -� � - _-_ - _ -- _,. - -- EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 99 1 P a g e REFLECTIONS FROM THE VISIONKEEPERS Participating in the visioning process and serving as VisionKeepers for En Vision Downtown Hilo 2025: A Community -Based Vision and Living Action Plan (EDH 2025) has provided the drive to become more involved in the downtown community while inspiring a new appreciation for our unique and historic Hilo town. Collaboration with our local government and primary stakeholders in the Plan has helped develop the trust essential to "keeping our vision alive." Once the VisionKeepers were brought together and the Living Action Plan presented, the tasks seemed daunting and the number of actions to be accomplished was overwhelming. Our strategy of dividing the work among the VisionKeepers to liaise with Lead Solution Partners presented a more do -able approach and provided the opportunity to focus on specific goals /actions we felt would be easy to put in place. Although the "Easy Wins" we identified as VisionKeepers turned out not to be so easy, patience and perseverance were rewarded and many of the actions identified by the community have been implemented or initiated. Lead Solution Partners have commenced various actions identified through this community -based planning process and we hope that momentum will continue to carry us forward. We are grateful to all who dedicated assistance and energy to make the EDH 2025 plan a reality that will preserve, revitalize, and nurture our beloved Hilo town in a manner that sustains our island life styles. As a living document, we recognize the importance of being flexible and nimble in the implementation of this action plan. We have also learned a lot, are clearer in some of our expectations, and have built strong partnerships in the last five years, hence, the need for this 5 -Year Action Plan Update. Our commitment as VisionKeepers remains strong and we hope that our contributions to the process will provide guidance to all the primary implementers and stakeholders in the EDH 2025 Plan. This has been a great opportunity to learn and work with other VisionKeepers and we hope our efforts will lead toward economic vitality for a sustainable Downtown Hilo that is a vibrant place where we can all live, work, and play together. - The VisionKeepers EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 100 1 Page VISIONKEEPERS NEXT STEPS Inspired by their Vision, the VisionKeepers have The Vision of the EDH 2025 worked hard over the past 4+ years to breathe VisionKeepers is that the life into the implementation of the EnVision community embraces, Downtown Hilo 2025 Vision and Living Action Plan (EDH 2025). The role of the VisionKeepers is unique, and could be also described by the following names: shepherd, keeper- of -the- flame, or even, praise fairy. But the goal that the VisionKeepers uphold is simple and powerful: that the EDH 2025 Plan takes on a life of its own within the community! As a model community -based implementation committee for the Island of Hawaii, this required implements, and celebrates the community -based Vision and Living Action Plan The Mission of the EDH 2025 VisionKeepers is to energize, guide, inspire, and strengthen partnerships within the community to implement the plan an enormous amount of time, patience, and education, with a focus towards building and strengthening working relationships between government and community. With generous support from the County of Hawaii Planning Department, the VisionKeepers have broken new ground in many different ways. They have: ■ Developed a logo and numerous promotional materials to "brand" the EDH 2025 Plan and implementation process; ■ Hosted two Town Meetings, many Lead Solution Partner gatherings, and the Sustainable Design Assessment Team Program for Downtown Hilo; ■ Published two progress reports and the VisionKeepers' Guide to Implementing Your Community Plan; ■ Participated in numerous public events and community fairs; ■ Contracted a Community Planning Assistant and Recorder to support the EDH 2025 Plan; ■ Applied for a variety of grants to supplement existing County funds; and ■ Adopted a neutral voice that encourages broad community engagement and shines the light on Lead Solution Partners. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 101 1 Page The above activities highlight the crucial process of weaving the EDH 2025 Plan into the fabric of the community. Sustaining a volunteer committee for the life of a long- range, 20- year Vision and Living Action Plan is challenging, it requires the development of a creative organizational structure that encourages practical commitment so as to avoid volunteer burn out. Many of the current VisionKeepers have been together since the committee's inception in 2006. In the coming months, however, the VisionKeepers will reach out to past members, as well as former members of their predecessor, the Friends of Downtown Hilo Steering Committee, to establish a network of VisionKeepers that can continue to shine the light on the EDH 2025 Plan. This change is occurring in a timely manner. When finances are limited and government spending is cut back, we are forced to think out of the box for solutions that will sustain us. This new network represents an evolution of the VisionKeepers committee and is only possible because of the dedicated energy that has already been infused into the process. Moreover, it reflects the fact that Downtown Hilo truly is everyone's town. With this new VisionKeepers network, formal meetings will be infrequent - many of us already wear so many different `hats!' Communication will take place primarily via email, and, perhaps most importantly, at the myriad functions and community events where friends and acquaintances tend to run into each other anyway; a "conference room" can be as simple as aisle two at the Downtown KTA! So, just as implementation is a dynamic process that evolves with its community, so too the VisionKeepers are adapting to changing conditions. The County of Hawaii Planning Department will continue to provide a "physical home" for the En Vision Downtown Hilo 2025 Plan, but the true home for implementation of this - and any - community -based plan, is the community. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 102 1 Page ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Mahalo to the following individuals and organizations for your support of En Vision Downtown Hilo 2025: A Community -Based Vision and Living Action Plan and in particular, to those who supported the overall process for this first 5 -Year Action Plan Update: Honorable William P. Kenoi, Mayor William T. Takaba, Managing Director Planning Department BJ Leithead Todd, Planning Director Margaret K. Masunaga, Deputy Planning Director Hawaii County Council J Yoshimoto, Council Chair Emily Naeole, Council Vice Chair Dennis "Fresh" Onishi Donald Ikeda Dominic Yagong Guy Enriques Pete Hoffmann Brenda Ford Kelly Greenwell County of Hawaii Windward Planning Commission Rell Woodward, Chair Zendo Kern, Vice Chair Dean Au Takashi Domingo Wallace Ishibashi Andrew S. Iwashita County of Hawaii Planning Department Hawaii County Council State of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism, Office of Planning - Coastal Zone Management Program American Institute of Architects - Center for Communities by Design State of Hawaii Department of Health - Healthy Hawaii Initiative Hawaii Community Foundation - Group 70 Foundation Fund Healing Our Island Grant Fund, a State Grant in Aid project administered by the Hawaii County Resource Center, a program of the County Department of Research and Development Big Island Resource Conservation and Development Council EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 103 1 Page Eileen O'Hara Ellen Takazawa Kaholo Daguman Tom Goya Alice Moon Andrew Chun Barbara Andersen Bonnie Geiger Caleb Yamanaka Cheryl "Quack" Moore Donna Saiki James Leonard James Morin Jeremy McComber Julie Cade Bon Julie Tulang Kathleen Nielsen Keith Akiyama Leah Craft Neil Erickson Paul Nash Sonia Juvik Sudha Achar Tiana Kaluhiwa William "Tip" Davis A Special Mahalo from the VisionKeepers to all who attended our town meetings, public events, and Lead Solution Partner meetings - your participation was invaluable! Susan Gagorik, Planning Department Liaison Alex Frost, County Resource Center Liaison Kylie Alexandra, Community Planning Assistant Marlene Murray, Document /Graphics Specialist Jeff Melrose, Hilo Downtown Improvement Association Liaison Steven Ames Suzanne H. Crowhurst Lennard Cherie Enns Megan Martens LeAna Gloor Rachelle Ley Hans Santiago Jonathan Cerepak Angela Capogrossi EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 104 1 Page Hilo High School Key Club and Advisors Charlene Masuhara and Tommy Goya Hilo Intermediate Builder's Club and Advisor Alson Sakamoto University of Hawaii at Hilo Students and Professors Sonia Juvik, PhD; Emmeline dePillis, PhD; David Drury; Jeff Melrose, Hawaii Community College, Architectural Engineering and CAD Technologies Students and Professors Gayle Cho and Clyde S. Kojiro Stakeholder Participants Kate Almony Martin Mimmnack Megan Cabison Anita Politano - Steckel Dinnie Kysar Christiane Reed Levi Leatherberry Justin Shiigi Chris Lowe Ynah Sumabang Reina Sako Pua Tokumoto Andrew Bohlander Gantry Andrade Chanel Chamberlin Chris Cholas Marilyn Ednie Bill Derr Paul Gagorik Pauline Fukunaga Steve Godzsak Lily Harris Dana Okano Laurie Meguro Rebekah Sluss Amy Self Chris Cryan Crystall Atkins Dana Downing Gayle Cho Victoria Engle Neil Erikson Taylor Escalona Dane Miyata Steve Skipper Kawehi Stevens Daniel Tada Christopher Hardenbrook Nick Turner Galen Kuba Leiomi Bergknut Kian Kurokawa Jasmine DeConte Julie Mecklenburg Steven Martin Larry Nakayama Facilitators and Recorders for October 9, 2009 Focus Area 1: Julie Tulang and Rachelle Ley Focus Area 2: Kylie Alexandra and Beth Dykstra Focus Area 3: Frecia Basilio and Jonathan Cerepak Focus Area 4: Susan Labrenz and Angela Capogrossi Focus Area 5: James Leonard and Marlene Murray Focus Area 6: Barbara Lively and Hans Santiago Volunteers Sarah Moon Barbara Heiman Steve Hansen Anita Politano - Steckel Pua Tokumoto EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 105 1 Page Focus Area Lead & Potential Partner Meetin - .- I II• �- - .- II• Focus Areas One & Four Donna Saiki - Pacific Tsunami Museum Jane E. Horike - County of Hawaii Research & Development Mary Begier- Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce Focus Areas Two & Six Frecia Basilio - County of Hawaii Research & Development Ronald Thiel - County of Hawai `i Department of Public Works, Traffic Division Frank DeMarco - County of Hawaii Department of Public Works, Engineering Division Jeff Melrose - Hilo Downtown Improvement Association Paul Buklarewicz- Recycle Hawaii Susan Gagorik - County of Hawaii Planning Department Focus Areas Three and Five Jeremy McComber- Office of Housing and Community Development Newton Inouye - State Department of Health Walter Tachibana - Taishoji Soto Mission Andrew Bohlander- UH Sea Grant Kaholo Daguman - Connections Public Charter School MatriAMsign /Sustain eWrch • M Burt Tsuchiya, Director James Kiley, Manager Rose Kauhane Christopher Hardenbrook Illustrator for VisidElowcepMWd Focus Area Icons Charles Snyder The Palace Theater Hilo Farmer's Market (Felt' Capogrossi) Hilo Public Library County of Hawaii EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 106 1 Page Hunter Bishop, Public Relations Specialist, Mayor's Office Hawai'i Tribune Herald Big Island Weekly Sherrie Bracken, LAVA 105 Patsy Iwasaki Alice Moon and Company Angela Capogrossi On Camera Talk Story: Dr. Manu Meyer, Ian Birnie, Tom Wolforth, Kepa Maly, Alice Moon Production: Lokemele Davis, Ann L. Kalber Hilo Downtown Improvement Association County Councilman Dennis Onishi County Councilman Donald Ikeda Councilman Dominic Yagong Councilman Stacy Higa Councilman Bob Jacobsen Mayor Harry Kim Barbara Andersen Melissa Kennison Kanani Aton Jeffrey Mermel Tom Brown Alice Moon Keith De La Cruz Adrienne Carlin Oliver Beth Dykstra Scott Rogers Jeff Frankhouser Susan O'Neill Taj Gunther William Schaefer Jeri Gertz Steven Shropshire Susan Gagorik Anita Politano- Steckel Gregg Hirata Dolly Strazar Peter Heffron Meredith Tanioka Mary James Leslie Takayama Catherine Kamau Lynette Uyesato Zendo Kern Marlene Murray (Recorder) Special MAHALO to all Lead Solution Partners who without your commitment, this Living Action Plan would not be possible. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 107 1 Page This page is intentionally left blank. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 108 1 Page APPENDIX EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 109 1 Page I j r - N N�NOd s �s w Md 1S OWVW Cd / I I / N� X(7V3NNflj Z Z j � S I,IIVH i 3 Q C0 `" Z Q Y L, VnVNVIbN �• ]AV 3nN3nN -IV.M Y 1S NVWdIHS �2 4 i aanIy n�npeM F,�,, ...► " Cd m �!. a - 1s bONy� LP W Li 0 7 v !s ,o VISION CONCEPT The Vision Concept is a series of five (5) drawings that, together, bring Downtown Hilo to life through enhancements to existing civic and open spaces. The Vision Concept augments the written EDH 2025 Plan by providing a visual representation of actions in the plan. They are not set in stone but inspire creative planning. The illustrations on the following pages depict what life and activities could look like in these 5 locations: I. Hilo Bay where it meets the Wailuku River, with surfers and paddlers enjoying access to the bay from Kaipalaoa Landing. II. Sports, music, and recreation at Kalakaua Park. III. The bustling intersection of Ponahawai Street and Kilauea Avenue. IV. A busy market day at the Hilo Farmer's Market, with Mamo Street partially closed for pedestrian activity. V. Mamo Street and Kilauea Avenue, looking makai to Bayfront on market day. Background: During the Action Plan Review Workshop held on October 9, 2009, participants worked creatively to begin generating ideas for the "Vision Concept." Participants each worked on a different section of Downtown Hilo and used ideas from the Action Plan to illustrate how that particular location could look in 2025. Their initial collages were then passed on to local artist Charles Snyder who produced a draft of the Vision Concept for public review. In January 2010 the draft Vision Concept was shown to the public at numerous locations around Downtown Hilo and was posted online with a comment form for people to provide feedback. Following the public review period, Chuck produced the final color version of the Vision Concept. Images from the Action Plan Review Workshop and the Vision Concept display at the Hilo Farmer's Market EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1 1 1 I P a g e .I I' l I � - Nj r# i na �_ � • " "" "-tea. S.xsr. --- :C .3-' �r'� a•1 i :` i �I - �$ 5V. 39 ` ` 14__ ^`-+- 44.4__ -. -I �7.' Vi , .. �_/X ��•�H 4 i 1iY f _ •� � � II 1{ - r �`� •Iii <� M1�[ �I '�� �• s r 1` i f r r tiff Mm 11 /Xi . 1!l �' c_ A _ 4'�� �'•l4 5 - is - �� � � •.. �^,�` - ;r�r � T. _�_�. _V� }'�` - ",n y1 � 'R tit n .. — - ' ; - ..• 5' ��. - - - ��\\ - U Q 4 -_ , lii � � {� r. � �� + I. j � i I . 4k "1 rl al, Ali& p ACTION IDEAS FROM KIWANIS SPONSORED YOUTH CLUBS The following are comments and action ideas from Kiwanis youth clubs. Their thoughts were written on paper leis during an activity that was held at the UHH Campus Center on Sunday, May 17, 2009 as part of the installation of 2009 -2010 Officers. The leis were presented to the VisionKeepers at the SDAT Lead Solution Partner Debriefing on May 18, 2009. The clubs who participated include the Kiwanis Club of East Hawaii, Hilo High Key Club, Hilo High KIWINS Club, Hilo Intermediate Builders Club, Waiakea High Key Club, Waiakea High KIWINS and Waiakea High Builders Club (approximately 85 students). I A� GOOD THINGS ABOUT DOWNTOWN Hilo is a great place to socialize and The aloha spirit is present everywhere learn about cultures because there's in Hilo - every place feels like home a large variety of ethnicities We can recycle our HI 5 so we don't Hilo is very welcoming waste anything Good job with the bike riding of Our schools are great - I love Hilo I appreciate the close community We don't need to change anything Hilo has a variety of different Hilo is such a lovely place! - good job ethnicities lovely Mayor Lots of friendly people and faces Hilo is fun town to live in but the one Hilo has significant historical sites problem is that we do not have as Hilo has many plants much choices as to recreational Let's continue to make Hilo activities awesome Beautiful Hilo I love Hilo One of the good things about our Hilo is good because it is a caring Hilo community is that some people community - everyone helps take the effort to recycle and help everyone the environment EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 117 1 Page Friendly people Hilo is perfect Nice people Beautiful beaches Hilo has a beautiful environment, abundant nature and culture Good education Everyone, even strangers, are nice wherever you go Small town life Go Hilo! Hilo is beautiful In Hilo we have good service organizations and clubs In Hilo we're happy to help our community - one example is recycling Hilo has a lot of aloha spirit - it also has preserved culture and traditional customs Hilo is good because it has little violence and crime Hilo is a wonderful island Hilo is like one big family We're one big ohana I love Hilo's calm, laid back and Hilo is a beautiful place to live friendly atmosphere WHAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE CHANGED IN DOWNTOWN Plant trees > Spread public awareness for supporting senior class prom } Students need safe and fun place to hang out in Hilo Create a shuttle or taxi subsidy for the cruise ships Provide proper landfill options Recycle more Look at doing something constructive with the old Hilo Hotel Have more community events downtown > Keep an open mind to membership on your veteran's advisory committee Raise money to be used to improve Hilo (i.e. Pool heaters) Hilo could have more public activities (canoe races within school) who did that (as well as friends of Billy Kenoi) Keep the public better informed on building projects in the Hilo area Expand size of civic auditorium Continue recycling program We should try to increase funding for the schools as well as encourage more people to become teachers > Fill potholes around Hilo More people should get involved in volunteering Hawaii County needs better roads from Paradise Park to Hilo Improve public facilities Lower airfare costs Improve Hilo with group homes for the disabled and more post high school programs for them Using our cars less and walking more will help our environment Be sure the train and retain program for retaining doctors has your support Let's keep Hilo beautiful Improve Hilo - self sustainability (local farms) I don't see any changes yet - publicize what you are doing to help public works permitting process �+ Cleaner air please! + Concerts in Hilo We need family friendly places in Hilo Improve Hilo - incentives for healthy eating establishments Hilo could be better by improving the bathrooms at public places EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 118 g age } Clean the parks since they're really nice but have litter } Recognize importance of veterans } Destroy nepotism! r A cleaner Hilo } More parks for leisurely walks } We need more parking downtown ? No traffic } Need more businesses and more jobs r Funding towards alternative energy research r Cheaper plane fares } Hilo needs to stop using drugs and stealing } Safer roads and highways } Hilo should have better drainage for the roads } Extend the Hilo landfill! } More public swimming for students r It would be more enjoyable to have more shopping locations Get better transportation Promote the farmers More fun activities or fairs in Hilo More a/c in schools I've noticed that Hilo has many good things when it comes to benefitting the people. Ex: recycling services, trash services, service organization, etc. But as a young member of the community, I notice that there are areas of improvement in the community as well. Ex: poverty, lack of jobs, etc. As a member of the Kiwanis organization I would be committed to working hard in order to support strongly the food bank, when it comes to poverty and feeding the hungry. I personally believe that we plan for Kiwanis to work with the food bank our group can collect many food & monetary donations for Hilo 4 More stuff to do } You should make Hilo a more exciting place } Help the veterans get their war memorial in an appropriate place r Lower gas prices } Good tasting tap water } Hi 5 redemption centers ? More shopping places } Better shopping areas } We hope you continue to focus on a green community } We should have a better mall then more tourists would com } I hope that some of the roads are fixed and repaired to improve safety > More environmental awareness } Help fix and beautify our parks } More shelters for homeless people } Create a day for celebrating thanks to all community r Prince Kuhio Plaza should be open longer on weekends } Heat Kawamoto pool! } Hilo should have more places for the children /teens who have disabilities or need help Can we do the Puainako Street in a few years r Hilo needs a skate park } Prince Kuhio Plaza should be bigger and have more shops > Hilo could use more activities for night time because the mall closes at 9 on weekends } Cheaper gas } We wish that there were more recycling programs Better teen stores in our mall } In Hilo we should have a better economy } Better road system } A traffic light should be put in at Pinky's convenience store } We should have more advanced classes in all the schools EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 119 1 Page We need to help feed the hungry and help the homeless } Schools should go green } We need to fix the unemployment, we need more money safe environment for the Hilo keiki. Enforce rules about pets in parks, treatment of ocean water can be improved r Please more trash cans around } We should emphasize recycling beaches so people won't litter as more often ? Improve health ? Downtown traffic on weekends } Shelter homeless could be improved } I believe there is room for r Classrooms need fans improvement when it comes to a OUR COMMITMENT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN DOWNTOWN We are willing to assist citizens of our community by recycling at school and home and being "green" The good thing at Hilo is the parks, but most of the parks are very dirty and should be clean so we are willing to clean all of them We will continue our dedication to helping community and will increase projects that will help make Hilo and even better place to be Clubs can establish more His places in schools Volunteer to help younger kids for a better future IT work hard on other volunteer work outside my club Thank you for making our town safe and we hope to help keep it clean We will continue to recycle more We do many service projects in Hilo such as the Kiwanis zoo clean up We are willing to help stop animal abuse by volunteering at the humane society We are willing to encourage and make friendships with different people including those from other communities Hilo High Key Club will help with the En Vision Downtown Hi /o2025 I vow to recycle If homeless shelters needed help to be make, the key club could help to establish them I will pick up my own trash and others around Our club is willing to do beautification projects to improve Hilo Hilo has lots of homeless people so we could build shelters for them EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 120 1 Page {' �pV ision Dosyntown Hilo 025 EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 Poll of Priority Strategies io The following charts were compiled from two polls conducted on priority strategies in the EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 Plan. The first poll was conducted at the Action Plan Review Workshop on October 9, 2009. Participants selected their top two (2) strategies in each Focus Area. In addition, during the Open House displays and events in January 2010, community members completed a survey online or in person and selected their top 2 strategies in each Focus Area for priority implementation! * Focus Area 1: Creating Economic Vitality 1.1 Increase access to Downtown Hilo 1.2 Develop new commercial activities 1.4 Organize local -style festivals and events 1.5 Develop a permanent major attractor 1.6 Promote a sustainable Downtown 1.7 Improve relationships with education.. 1.8 Create financial opportunities 0 10 20 30 40 50 Focus Area 2: Preserving Our Environment 2.1 Develop a network of trails, paths, and green spaces for recreational uses 2.2 Protect significant view corridors _ 10 2.3 Restore Hilo Bay to a clean and healthy 53 state 2.4 Reduce disposable waste in Downtown . 4 2.5 Protect and enhance Downtown Hilo's 28 natural beauty through landscaping and... 2.6 Develop walking access from Downtown 22 to Hilo Bayfront 2.7 Prepare for impacts of climate change 26 and establish measures to reduce energy... M 57 Fill 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 * For formatting purposes, some strategies have been abridged. EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 121 1 Page Focus Area 3: Strengthening & Sustaining Our Community 3.1 Develop and promote ongoing family 42 and youth- centered activities and... 3.2 Promote implementation of the 22 Downtown Hilo Vision and Living Action Plan 3.3 Create public gathering places for civic 33 engagement 3.4 Honor and support Downtown Hilo's 22 cultural, ethnic, and spiritual heritage 3.5 Support lower- income households 17 through ongoing collaborative programs... 3.6 Implement programs to support 14 community- capacity building 0 10 20 30 40 50 Focus Area 4: Enhancing Education, Culture, and the Arts 4.1 Support new and existing educational programs and activities 4.2 Protect and promote Downtown Hilo's important cultural monuments and historic sites 4.3 Enhance Downtown Hilo's community - centered library with state -of- the -art features and facilities 4.4 Create educational and vocational opportunities in Downtown Hilo 4.5 Create opportunities for visible art to enhance public spaces 25 22 34 44 52 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 122 1 Page Focus Area 5: Promoting Health & Safety 5.1 Develop and coordinate a program to 23 foster disaster resiliency in Downtown Hilo 5.2 Establish measures to make Downtown safe and inviting 5.3 Incorporate Universal Design standards to make Downtown an inclusive, barrier -free 47 community 5.4 Promote healthy lifestyles to enhance 35 the well -being of all residents and visitors 67 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 Focus Area 6: Managing c 6.1 Implement a series of connected measures to calm traffic, encourage multi -modal transportation, and accommodate... 6.2 Provide adequate parking in Downtown Hilo 6.3 Develop a comprehensive growth management plan for Downtown Hilo through stakeholder collaboration 6.4 Preserve Downtown Hilo's unique character and assets and promote renovation of historic buildings 6.5 Develop a range of housing opportunities 1 and choices available to all income groups 0 10 2C EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 123 1 Page EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 RESOURCES The following publications can be found on our website: www.co.hawaii.hi.us /edh2025 • EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025: A Community -Based Vision & Living Action Plan (2005) • The Vision Keepers' Guide to Implementing Your Community Plan • EDH 2025 Annual Report, January 2006 - June 2007 • EDH 2025 Progress Report, July 2007 — December 2008 The report from the American Institute of Architects Sustainable Design Assessment Team Program, Downtown Hilo - HawaN, AIA SDAT- May5-7, 2009, Strategic Implementation for Long- term Sustainability, is available at: http: / /www.aia.org /about /initiatives /AIAS075426 (Click on Hilo Report). SUSTAINABILITY MEASURES To learn more about progressive and 'best practice' planning strategies: AIA Centers for Communities by Design 10 Principles for Livable Communities: http://www.aia.org/about/initiatives/AIAS075369 Age in Place: http: / /www.ageinplace.org Canadian Center for Community Renewal: http: / /www.cedworks.com Child- Friendly Cities: http: / /childfriendlycities.org Complete Streets: http: / /www.completestreets.org Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design: http: / /www.cpted.net Hawaii Alliance for Community -Based Economic Development: http: / /www.hacbed.org Hawaii Coastal Zone Management Program: http: / /hawaii.gov /dbedt /czm EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 124 1 Page Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Plan: http: / /www.hawaii205O.org Healthy Hawaii Initiative: http: / /www.healthyhawaii.com ICLEI -Local Governments for Sustainability: http: / /iclei.org International Making Cities Livable: http: / /www.livablecities.org Ka Boom's Playful City USA: http: / /kaboom.org Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED): http: / /www.usgbc.org Natural Resource Defense Council: http: / /www.nrdc.org /about New Urbanism: http: / /www.newurbanism.org New Pedestrianism: http : / /www.pedestrianvillages.com Project for Public Spaces: http: / /www.pps.org Smart Growth: http: / /www.smartgrowth.org, http : / /coastalsmartgrowth.noaa.gov The Portland Plan: http:// www. portlandonline.com /portlandplan U. S. Green Building Council: http: / /www.usgbc.org (LEED; LEED for Neighborhood Development Traditional Neighborhood Development: http:// www. tndtownpaper .com /neighborhoods.htm Transit Oriented Development: http:// www. transitorienteddevelopment .org /tod.html United Nations Sustainable Development: http:/ /www.un.org /esa /dsd /index.shtml Universal Design: http: / /www. design. ncsu. edu /cud /about _ ud /udprinciples.htm Visitability: http: / /visitability.org EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 125 1 Page CONTACT INFORMATION For more information on the EnVision Downtown Hilo Living Action Plan, visit our website at: www.co.hawaii.hi.us /edh2025 Phone: (808) 961 -8288 Write: EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 County of Hawaii Planning Department 101 Pauahi Street Suite #3 Hilo, HI 96720 Email: edh2025 @gmail.com �n is`on :;A A 20; r% c� 0 Hilo EDH 2025: 5 -Year Action Plan Update 1261 P age