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46 47 Mr. Emler stated that a layer would be generated and be disseminated but 48 doesn’t know how long that would take. 49 50 Committee Member Ogin asked about Coconut Grove being listed in a floodplain 51 that was never in a floodplain. Is that an area that has been studied or is being 52 modified? 53 54 Mr. Emler stated that it was a part of the Keopu-Hienaloli study that has not been 55 made a part of the DFIRM maps yet. For now, for regulatory purposes, the new 56 maps are being used. If there are appeals that should be made, it could be made 57 to the mapping contractor to be addressed. 58 59 Committee Member Ogin stated that his concern is that the DPW-Engineering is 60 taking the stance that this floodplain is correct. By doing this owners are being 61 forced to get flood insurance and there is no proof that there is flooding in the 62 area. 63 64 Kiran Emler stated that it was an administrative decision that was made. He 65 further stated the flood study is used by DPW-Engineering for regulating permit 66 issuance as to what is allowed in the flood plain. 67 68 Mr. Ogin asked if the Action Committee wanted to challenge the study who would 69 they speak with. 70 71 Mr. Emler stated that it may be addressed to the DPW Director. 72 73 Mr. Ogin stated that a conversation had a conversation with an engineer, the 74 engineer said when FEMA did the maps, they didn’t really take into consideration 75 some of the major improvements that has happened on the side of the mountain 76 that impede the flow of water and you have to wonder where that water is coming 77 down. Having the FEMA maps are important and we have to look into this 78 further. 79 80 Councilwoman David was acknowledged by the Chair pro tem and asked what 81 the status is on Captain Cook Watercourse No. 1 and the appeal that was file 82 because the people from that area say that the area does not flood the way that 83 the maps show. 84 85 Mr. Emler stated that the upcoming release of the maps will not include the 86 Captain Cook Watercourse No. 1. The contractor was asked to take another look 87 at the hydrology for that area. 88 89 Mr. Ogin asked if an owner didn’t attend a seminar, how that owner would know 90 that the floodplain affects their property. 91 92 Mr. Emler stated that there was a posting in the newspaper and that people 93 newly affected were mailed a notice. He further stated that a final determination 94 letter would be sent out that would start a 6 month adoption compliance period in 95 which the County Council will be asked to revise H.C.C. Chapter 27 – 96 Floodplains. Mr. Emler said that there are some disappointments in the studies Page 2 of 5