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done by the Kona Action Committee since the plan's initial adoption. He expressed feeling that the Kona CDP has yet to realize its full potential, however, and that adaptations such as the amendments proposed by the Mayor's office may be a necessary step toward clearing up legal confusion and reinforcing the authority of the KCDP in an effective manner. He recommended that those present read the KCDP critically, with particular attention on Chapter 2 Kona Today and Volume 2 Background Information. He expressed hope that these proposed amendments may help bring the Action Committee out of their "circular motion" and create more forward progress. Mr. Melrose suggested that should the Action Committee decide to create a subcommittee to explore these amendments prior to the next meeting in January, he would be glad to join. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Committee member Palacat-Nelsen moved to approve the minutes of the September 20, 2017 meeting as submitted. Second by Committee Member David. The motion to approve the minutes as submitted passed unanimously. BUSINESS: 1. Kona Open Space Network Plan Subcommittee Report (Communication No. 2017-04): Committee member Kimura introduced the report to the Action Committee and thanked everyone who participated for their hard work. In particular, she acknowledged the work of Mary Metcalf, Lele Kimball, and James Sogi for carrying the project. She expressed a desire to talk further about the report in a future meeting. Committee Member David read the vision statement out loud. Communication No. 2017-04 Kona Open Space Subcommittee Report November can be viewed and downloaded from the following website: http://records.co.hawaii.hi.us/weblink/1/doc/90192/Pagel.aspx 2. Kailua Village Redevelopment Subcommittee Report: Chair DeFranco reported that the Kailua Village Redevelopment Subcommittee met on November 6th and attendees included Barbara DeFranco, Doug Payne, Hiram Rivera, Greg Ogin, Bill Moore, Jane Clement, Debbie Baker, and Ken Melrose. Chair DeFranco explained the project complications due to the many landowners in the area, who have indicated that incentives may be necessary to bring about changes in their land uses. The subcommittee also suggested changing the name of the project, for example, to: "Kailua Village Revisioning" or "Kailua Village District Improvement". Chair DeFranco shared 3 concerns which were brought up during their meeting. 1. Parking 2. Circulation 3. Revisioning Hale Halawai (as the piko (center) of the redeveloped project area) She expressed the group's desire to find a consultant who will be mindful of the community culture of the area, and have a portion of allotted redevelopment funds go to the Hale Halawai redevelopment project identified by the Kailua Village Business Improvement District. Committee Member Payne expressed feeling that the subcommittee has already accomplished everything they reasonably can by identifying their concerns. He added that constructing underground utilities should also be considered as part of a redevelopment plan. Committee Member Rivera suggested drafting a vision statement. Members discussed the possibility of having a vision statement brought to the Action Committee at a future meeting, www.hiplanninjdept.com kona(aihawaiicountv.Qov Page 2