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Applicant Presentation Greg Mooers introduced himself, and Tommy Henry who represents the owner, Michael Kollin who is the architect, Bryan Maxwell who is the landscape architect, Jak Hu who is the general manager and Steve Lim who is the attorney. Mr. Mooers stated that his role is to process all land use entitlement permits, and that the next step for them is to go before the Planning Commission for the Special Management Area Use Permit and then obtain the Plan Approval from the Planning Department. He emphasized that this renovation work would make the Palani Road side of the building more appealing to pedestrians by relocating the retail shops and restaurants to that section and improving the landscaping in the front. Mr. Kollin described the proposed renovations on the site plan. He mentioned that they are trying to offer a nicer guest approach through a circular driveway to the main entrance that leads to an open-air pavilion with a view of the new pool area and the ocean. He also mentioned that the current main entrance on Palani Road would be used as the bus drop-off for group check-in. He said that concentrating the retail shops in the southern corner of the East Tower, together with more landscaping, lighting and some meandering paths from Palani Road, would make the area more inviting. He said that all the storefront would be redone in the same context of the existing character, and that they would not increase the height of the building in any way. Mr. Maxwell described the landscape plan. He said that they are trying to create a grand entry with cream white shower trees along the circular driveway, as well as royal palms, flowers and a fountain in the center island. He mentioned that they want to make the parking lot safe and pedestrian friendly by providing walk paths, and that they also want to save the existing trees in the parking lot as much as possible, but some may have to be removed or relocated to ensure good drainage. He said that there would be a nice break- out garden area outside the ballrooms on the Palani Road side. He indicated on the site plan a spot where some kind of cultural sculpture, such as a statue of King Kamehameha, might be mounted; he said the area lines up with Palani Road, so people would see it as they come down the hill. Mr. Henry also described the overall renovation plan, and made himself available for questions from the Commissioners. Public Testimony There was no one from the public wishing to testify on this agenda item. Commission Discussion In response to Commissioner Herbert’s question, Mr. Mooers said that because of the 90- day rule of the Planning Commission, he expects their SMA Use Permit application to be heard fairly soon. He also pointed out that they are not proposing any improvements within the shoreline setback area. 2