2018-05-14 Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission_Minutes_Approved

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nomination. Two of the parcels of the original submission from last year was deleted, not the entire nomination. On Attachment A, of this year’s nomination, it has the corrected list. Secondly, Ms. Withington talks about on-going communication from Pacific Plains. She confirms that Pacific Plainsare standing by and willing to work with the county for this purchase. Even though the property is currently listed on the MLS and for sale, the owners have been very supportive and of our efforts. She supports the communication from Pacific Plains. Third, Ms. Withington talks about the site visit to Kaupalaoa, those that was present wasthe National Historic Ala Kahakai Trails Archeologist, Rick Gmirkin and Superintendent, Aric Arakaki.Mr. Gmirkinduring the visit pointed out the cultural and historical significance of the area; villages stretched along the coastline,burial grounds,and heiau’s, because of the mauka-makai trail. This trail is one of three important trails. MR. WARSHAUER: Asks for location clarification and the preservation of the mauka-makai trail. MS. WITHINGTON:confirms that the trail does go up to the Geo System and the importance of preservation of the trail is vital to thecultural systems in that area and most importantly the preservation of this trail. MS. PAIK MANDER: Is there a directory or guide to these historical sites? MS. WITHINGTON:replies that their library in Kohala has an extensive resources and information. She points out that the nomination has an old archeological survey of the area. Being no further questions from the commission, CHR. TOMICHcallsMr. Chuck Taylor to the microphone. Chuck Taylorintroduces himself and in support of Comm. 18-003.He is the current realtor selling this parcel. APPROVAL OFBeing no further questions from the commission, CHR. MARCH 12, 2018TOMICHmoves to the next itemon the agenda, MINUTESapproval of the minutes and calls for a motion. Page 2 of 6