HomeMy WebLinkAboutREP FC 061 05/16/2011 2010-2012 REPORT OF THE
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
DATE: May 16, 2011 Re: Comm. No. 195 /Res. 71 -11
PLACE: Council Chambers
Hilo, Hawai`i
TIME: 9:00 a.m.
Council Chair and Members
Hawai`i County Council
Hilo, Hawai`i 96720
Your Committee on Finance, to which was referred Resolution No. 71 -11, reports as follows:
Resolution No. 71 -11, transmitted by Councilmember Fred Blas, dated April 29, 2011,
authorizes the Director of Finance to enter into negotiations for the acquisition of
TMK: (3)1 -3 -08: 075, situated in the District of Puna , also known as Pohoiki Bay..
This parcel of property is comprised of 26.782 acres which was awarded the highest criteria
score by the Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation Commission on its
prioritized list of qualifying lands worthy of preservation dated December 27, 2010.
The parcel contains protection of the historically significant canoe - landing site, the preservation
of cultural and burial sites, and significant stands of Milo and Kamani trees. The hot pond
located on the property is another special feature of Pohoiki Bay that is very popular with
residents and visitors.
Mr. Blas urged the support of Your Committee, stating the need to acquire and protect this parcel
of land in Puna. Should the County take ownership of the parcel, not only will the historic and
cultural value be preserved, but also the public will continue to have access to Pohoiki Bay.
Property Manager Kenneth Van Bergen appeared before Your Committee. He confirmed the
ordering of an appraisal. This parcel is appraised at $845,000 and shared this with the owners
and their representatives. This parcel is also a part of a proposed subdivision "Pohoiki Bay" and
referred to as "Lot 26 -B ". The owner's will retain "Lot 26 -A" in this proposed subdivision and
willing to sell the subject parcel described in this proposed resolution.
Pursuant to Section 2 -214, Hawai`i County Code, there shall be a Public Access, Open Space
and Natural Resources Preservation Fund for the purpose of acquiring lands or property
entitlements in the County of Hawai`i for public outdoor recreation and education, including
access to beaches and mountains; preservation of historic or culturally important land areas and
sites, protection of natural resources, including buffer zones; preservation of forests, beaches,
coastal areas, natural beauty and agricultural lands; and protection of watershed lands to preserve
water quality and water supply.
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Further, Section 2 -218 states that the Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources
Commission shall submit a prioritized list of qualifying parcels to the Mayor and the Council
shall, by resolution, select the land or lands from the list to be preserved.
Your Committee on Finance is in accord with the purpose and intent of Resolution No. 71 -11,
and recommends its adoption.
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AYES NOES A &E EX Respectfully submitted,
BLAS X
FORD x COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
HOFFMANN X
IKEDA X
ONISHI X `�j�
PILAGO X "'"~
SMART x BRENDA FORD, CHAIR
YAGONG X FC REPORT NO. 61
YOSHIMOTO X ADOPTED: JUN 01 ZOli