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2.3 Environmental Management Wastewater Policy 80 Develop an infrastructure prioritization designation such as an Infrastructure Priority Area (IPA) within the Hamakua CDP and designate Honomu, Laupahoehoe, Pa'auilo, and sections of Honoka'a as priority areas in need of wastewater service. Infrastructure prioritization designations should be based on the following criteria: • The area contains a mix of residential and commercial zoning; • The area lacks a core infrastructure component (municipal or community water, wastewater, or roadways); • Redevelopment options (including the renovation of historic structures) and/or projected commercial and residential growth (including affordable, multi -family housing) is hindered by the lack of core infrastructure; Highest priority should be given to areas that contain existing built -out parcels facing regulatory constraints relating to parcel size, areas with historic buildings and structures in need of renovation, and areas where affordable housing is lacking and development is impeded by the lack of necessary infrastructure. Policy 81 Develop wastewater systems at a cost-effective scale for small communities. Use Infrastructure Priority Area (IPA) criteria in prioritizing communities for critical infrastructure improvements. Solid Waste & Recycling Policy 82 Promote the recycling or composting of agricultural, industrial, and municipal waste material through education, outreach, and incentives. (GP 4.3 (d)) Policy 83 Incorporate greenwaste facilities at appropriate rural transfer stations. Particularly assess these facilities for greenwaste options: • Honomu • Pa'auilo Policy 84 Add an additional chute/receptacle at the Honoka'a Recycling and Solid Waste Transfer Station. Policy 85 Increase recycling education and outreach online and through signage at rural transfer stations, including: • Facility schedules and what types of disposal/recycling/reuse options are available at each of the rural Recycling and Transfer Stations; • Up-to-date information on recycling events; 7 Hamakua CDP Guidance to Agencies