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Home My WebLink AboutCOM 0208.140 2004-2006 Mrr o• M ~I`y ....4-. Harry Kim ~ Y~ Dixie Kaetsu Mayor ~ Managing Director t+•• Peter L. Hendricks Deputy Managing Director ~tCountp of ~amai`i 25 Aupuni SVeet, Room 215 • Hilo, Hawaii 96720-0252 • (808) 961-8211 Fax (808) 961-6553 KONA: 75-5706 Kuakini Highway, Suite 103 • Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 (808)329-5226 • Faz (808)326-5663 ~ C. June 13, 2005 ~ ' r\. The Honorable Stacy Higa, Chairperson, and - Members of the Hawaii County Council County of Hawaii 25 Aupuni Street - Hilo, Hawaii 96720 - Re: Public Access, Open Space, and Natul•al Resources Preservation Commission Dear Chairperson Higa and Council Members: Bill 78, which I have just signed into law, requires the establishment of a commission to develop an island-wide prioritized list of lands that qualify for preservation under the guidelines of the bill. Attached is an application for membership on County boards and commissions, along with a request for supplemental information required to be completed by persons seeking appointment to this new Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission. You are each invited to seek out several persons from your district to apply to serve on this important commission. Applications will also be sent to various community and conservation organizations. We hope to have a pool of at least three or four interested persons from each council district to select from. It is expected that this number will be necessary to ensure balanced representation on the commission, with representation from individuals knowledgeable about the various categories of land to be considered for preservation. As with all boards and commissions, we are looking for people who are: • Active in and respected by the community. • Community-minded and oriented. • Knowledgeable about and able to represent the community's interests and concerns. • Able to focus on Hawaii County as a whole without undue influence by special or self interests. • We also need a balance of gender and race. In addition, to serve on this commission, an individual should be very familiar with the district he or she resides in, with no ownership of or interest in any property that might come under consideration for preservation. 2G8 •To Comm. No. • ~ T Rtf. To: R~IF. Dote ,JIIN 2 T005 Hawaii County is an equal opportunity provider and employer. June 13, 2005 The Honorable Stacy Higa and Council Members Page 2 Completed applications should be mailed by July 15, 2005 to: Dixie Kaetsu, Managing Director County of Hawaii 25 Aupuni Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720 If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Kaetsu at 961-8211. Aloha, .-f~'~ Harry Kim MAYOR Attachments General Information about Bill 78 - Establishing a Public Access Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation Fund PURPOSE OF THE FUND This fund shall be used for acquiring lands or property entitlements in the County of Hawaii for the following purposes: 1. Public outdoor recreation and education, including access to beaches and mountains; 2. Preservation of historic or culturally important lands and sites; 3. Protection of natural resources, including buffer zones; 4. Preservation of forests, beaches, coastal areas, natural beauty and agricultural lands; 5. Protection of watershed lands to preserve water quality and water supply. THE COMMISSION • Membership: • Nine members, one from each council district, appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Council. Members serve staggered five year terms, except for the initial commissioners who shall be appointed for terms ranging from one to five years. • Duties: • Within six months of appointment, develop an initial island-wide prioritized list of qualifying lands worthy of preservation and present it to the Mayor. The list shall include the significance of each parcel or entitlement identified, the reason for its priority, and its anticipated use after acquisition. Emphasis shall be given to land acquisition where the county's contribution can be leveraged to obtain state, federal, and/or private funds. • To update this list at any time, but at least annually by December 31 of each year. • To explore methods of funding land acquisition and make recommendations to the Mayor. • To apply for membership: • Complete an Application for Membership on a County Board or Commission. • Complete the Supplemental Information Form on the reverse of this sheet. Submit both the application and supplemental information to the Mayor's Office by July 15, 2005. • Qualities sought for members of this commission: • Active in and respected by the community; • Community minded and oriented; • Knowledgeable about and able to represent the entire community's interests and concerns; • Able to focus on Hawaii County as a whole without undue influence by special or self interests. Supplemental Information from Required of Applicants for Membership on the Public Access, Open Space,'~and Natural Resources Preservation C{~mmission 1. Why do you want to serve on this Commission? 2. What special knowledge or experience do you have that would make you an asset on this Commission? 3. Bill 78 lists five purposes for which land or property entitlements can be acquired (see reverse). Which of these a~e your priorities? 4. Please list by Tax Mnp Key all real a tote you own or have an interest in on this island. Use another sheet if you~need more space. 5. Do you have any interest that could rente a situation where there is a conflict of interest with the activities of th s commission (attorney/client, landowner/developer, etc.)? 6. Do you hold an active or inactive real estate license in the State of Hnwai'i? If yes, what is the present status o your license? Note: This required supp/emental form must) be turned in to fhe Ma or's Office b Jul 15, 2005 Y Y Y , along with an applicotion to s rve on a County board or commission. 11 /04 APPLICATION FOR HAWAII COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Our goal, in addition to meeting State and County regulations regarding the composition of a particular board or commission, is to select members who bring a variety of skills and life experiences to these agencies. The answers to the following questions can assist us in these efforts. NAME DATE Last First Middle RESIDENCE ADDRESS City State Zip MAILING ADDRESS City State Zip PHONE Home Business Cell Fax U.S. CITIZEN ? Yes ? No HAWAII COUNTY VOTER ? Yes ? No COUNCIL DISTRICT (Call 96i-8277 if not sure) DATE OF SOCIAL LENGTH OF RESIDENCE BIRTH SECURITY NO. IN HAWAII MARRIED ? Yes ? No NAME OF SPOUSE EDUCATION EMPLOYMENT RECORD (Past ten years) FROM (Year) TO (Year) EMPLOYER OCCUPATION Are you currently serving on any federal, state or county board or commission? ? Yes ? No If yes, name the entity and date your term ends: List by preference the board or commission you wish to serve on: 1. 3. 2. 4. Briefly explain your interest in being a member of a particular board or commission. Are you currently an official and/or card carrying member of any of the following political parties? ? Democrat ? Republican ? Gnsen ? Libertarian ? None COMMUNITY SERVICE (Organizations; offices held; indicate pastor present): 1. 3. 2. 4. MILITARY SERVICE RECORD Applicable laws require the pre-disclosure of any existing or potential conficts of interest. Should you have any such conflicts of interests which may be questioned, please describe them below: Some of the boards and commissions require the filing of a Financial Disclosure Statement. If required, would you comply? ? Yes ? No Have you ever been convicted of a violation of law? ? Yes ? No If yes, explain. NOTE: A conviction record will not be deemed a basis of denial for consideration, unless the offense is related to the board or commission for which you have applied. PERSONAL REFERENCES 1. 2. I hereby acknowledge and attest that the foregoing information provided by me is true and correct to the best of my information and belief. I hereby waive any and all right to privacy and authorize the Office of the Mayor and its employees, agents and assigns to investigate and obtain information concerning my fitness and/or ability to serve as an appointee of the County of Hawaii. I herein waive any end all claims against the County of Hawaii, its officers, employees, agents and assigns, and any person and/or entity furnishing information, for liability and/or damages as a result of the dissemination and obtaining of this information. SIGNED BY THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS APPLICATION IS CONFIDENTIAL AND IS SOLELY INTENDED FOR USE BY THE MAYOR'S OFFICE IN MATTERS PERTAINING TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE OF INFORMATION AT 961-9223. PLEASE RETURN COMPLETED FORM TO: MAYOR'S OFFICE, COUNTY OF HAWAII 25 AUPU~jNI STREET, #217 HIL , HI 96720