2018-03-20 Letter to Cindy Evans re SB 3058, SD 2, HD 1 Relating to Waiakea Peninsula, Hilo

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March 20, 2018 Page 2 Although we think that SB 2972, SD 2 offers the best path forward and builds on work already done, we do not want to risk having this Legislature take no action at all. Therefore, we also support measures, such as SB 3058, SD 2, HD 1 that would direct resources, both statutorily and financially, toward the redevelopment of Banyan Drive while providing some local perspective in decisio -making. In prior testimony, we suggested that SB 3058, SD 2, should be improved with the following amendments: (1) Changing the makeup of the committee to include appointees by the Mayor (perhaps two or more by Mayor; an equal number fewer by Governor); (2) Providing that cultural/historical expertise be included in the makeup of the committee; (3 Providing that the new committee coordinate with BDHRA, which was established u der HRS, Chapter 53. The work of the two organizations should be compatible and complementary. In fact, it would be best if, like the BDHRA, the committee's actions were subject to Windward Planning Commission review, and Hawaii County Council' adoption of the redevelopment plan; (4) Providing that all meetings of the committee be in Hilo, and open to the public; (5) Authorizing and requiring that the district or he committee adopt rules; and (6) Providing that public hearings be held at least annually during the life of t e pilot project. It a pears that the House Committee on Water and Land took into account our concerns, and we very much appreciate that. 1 hope you will act favorably on a version of S 058, SD 2 HD 1, an move it along to Finance. Respectfully submitted, Harry Kim Mayor, County of Hawaii County of Hawai i is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.