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Home My WebLink AboutComm. No. 2019-11 Puna AC Recovery Presentation 8.6.19Kīlauea Eruption Recovery Process Puna CDP Action Committee August 6, 2019 Comm. No. 2019-11 Role of the Action Committee •Monitor Progress & Effectiveness of the CDP, making revisions as needed based on emerging statewide plans or changing conditions. •Steer Any Update of CDP by advising on process, leading/supporting engagement and make final recommendations. •Broaden Awareness & Build Partnerships with governmental and community-based organizations to implement CDP policies and actions. County Code 16-6 Recovery Considerations Recovery from the 2018 Kīlauea Eruption AND Resilience to Future Volcanic & Other Hazards Puna CDP Goals Priority Recovery Goals Village Town Centers Residential & Economic Development Infrastructure Livable Spaces Natural & Cultural Resource Management Putting ‘Āina First Health & Well Being Resilient Health PHASE I : Goals PHASE II: Objectives NON-PROFITSSCHOOLS FARMER’S MARKETS FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS EMPLOYERS RESIDENT HOSTED 1,000+ Community Members Engaged 103 meetings, talk story and events with: Crosswalk General Plan and all CDPs 190 + Survey Responses 257 comments from 140+ attendees at SpeakOut Event Risk Assessment Impact Assessments Housing Impact Economic Impact Fiscal Impact Review Previous Studies Scenario Planning & Alternative Study Analyze Survey Data Online Engagement Input Events Vet Measurable Strategies PHASE III: Strategies/Scenarios The Process TECHNICAL INPUT/DATACOMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PHASE I : Goals PHASE II: Objectives NON-PROFITSSCHOOLS FARMER’S MARKETS FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS EMPLOYERS RESIDENT HOSTED 1,000+ Community Members Engaged 103 meetings, talk story and events with: Crosswalk General Plan and all CDPs 190 + Survey Responses 257 comments from 140+ attendees at SpeakOut Event Risk Assessment Impact Assessments Housing Impact Economic Impact Fiscal Impact Review Previous Studies Scenario Planning & Alternative Study Analyze Survey Data Online Engagement Input Events Vet Measurable Strategies PHASE III: Strategies/Scenarios The Process is iterative!TECHNICAL INPUT/DATACOMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PHASE I : Goals PHASE II: Objectives NON-PROFITSSCHOOLS FARMER’S MARKETS FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS EMPLOYERS RESIDENT HOSTED 1,000+ Community Members Engaged 103 meetings, talk story and events with: Crosswalk General Plan and all CDPs 190 + Survey Responses 257 comments from 140+ attendees at SpeakOut Event Risk Assessment Impact Assessments Housing Impact Economic Impact Fiscal Impact Review Previous Studies Scenario Planning & Alternative Study Analyze Survey Data Online Engagement Input Events Vet Measurable Strategies PHASE III: Strategies/Scenarios The Process is iterative!TECHNICAL INPUT/DATACOMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT POLICY DECISIONS FUNDING DECISIONS POLICY DECISIONS We have to remember… There are various opinions and perspectives on what recovery should include, where it should happen, what should be prioritized, etc. –just like the story of the 6 blind folded people and the elephant–we need to make sure we are looking at both the WHOLE picture and the specific parts. It’s a kākou thing! I N T E N T →Basic amenities and services →Within village and town centers →Provide jobs and economic opportunities Amenities and Services E X A M P L E S retail, groceries, child care, dining, entertainment, parks, education and economic opportunity Village Town Centers / Residential & Economic Development O Ka hale e ku , o ke kanaka e noho. Where a house stands, there man dwells. Common sense, brah. Do it within existing communities and you have some goodness. So people travel shorter distances for employment, childcare, and shopping. Less travel time and cost for residents. Better jobs closer to home. Not all small rural communities must have amenities, services, and economic opportunities. These are already available within a reasonable distance. I do not support further development in my community. 91% agree –169 5% neutral –9 4% disagree –8 I N T E N T →Rural and urban affordable housing choices →Diversity of housing types and locations →address the range of affordability needs Housing Options E X A M P L E S •Improve existing, increase new housing stock •Increase affordability •infrastructure support and access to services Village Town Centers / Residential & Economic Development O Ka hale e ku , o ke kanaka e noho. Where a house stands, there man dwells. Kūpuna housing is needed and important. It's not government's job to provide housing for everybody who wants housing. I believe in the freedom to choose where you want to live. There should be choices. Housing is not a “one-size-fits-all” subject. Agree, however, where? There are more than enough housing lots in the Puna District already. We want the improvements in our current areas. 72% agree –131 15% neutral –27 13% disagree –24 I N T E N T →Number and diversity of income sources →Living wage →Jobs and entrepreneurial opportunities →Complement the ecology, culture and evolving demographics Local Economy E X A M P L E S •“Green” sectors •Visitor industry that is pono •Small business and entrepreneurial development Village Town Centers / Residential & Economic Development O Ka hale e ku , o ke kanaka e noho. Where a house stands, there man dwells. We absolutely need to bring back tourists. I think there is too much emphasis on the visitor industry –and the island needs a more diverse economy to be resilient. County and State governments impede job creation with too many barriers. Without adequate support and action of our elected officials nothing happens. Hawaiʻi County needs sustainable industries that will provide good paying jobs for its residents. We need to stop the brain drain from our island. Agriculture is the industry that keeps East Hawaiʻi stable. 84% agree –151 9% neutral –17 7% disagree –13 I N T E N T →Complete roadway connectivity →Safe, convenient, accessible, and affordable transportation system. Transportation E X A M P L E S •Road connectivity points for local traffic, emergency and evacuation routes •Multi-modal transportation system •Roadway alternatives Infrastructure O ke kahua mamua, mahope ke kūkulu The site first, and then the building / Learn all you can, then practice Public transportation is an absolute must, especially of a kind that is affordable and reliable. All modes of transport is needed. Connectivity is our #1 issue. I worry about the accessibility of my house, in the event of an emergency. Establish emergency access, yes. However we shouldn't be investing in new paved roadways in lava prone areas. 92% agree –170 2% neutral –4 6% disagree –11 I N T E N T →Restore, improve and expand →Adequate and affordable utilities Utilities E X A M P L E S •Access to phone and internet services •Potable (drinking) water and wastewater systems •Green energy infrastructure Infrastructure O ke kahua mamua, mahope ke kūkulu The site first, and then the building / Learn all you can, then practice 88% agree –162 9% neutral –16 3% disagree –6 Potable water is critical especially because of diseases such as leptospirosis and rat lung worm. I live on catchment and trust my water source because I control its cleanliness. Better cell phone service and internet hotspots are needed for safety, business and convenience. It is a sad situation when houses are given building permits without internet infrastructure. The county and state need to partner together to see that is a priority for housing. I N T E N T →New and improve existing built and natural community gathering spaces →Restore and improve educational facilities →Multifunctional community hubs Gathering Spaces E X A M P L E S •Pohoiki •Prioritize Kua O Ka Lā facilities •Multifunctional community and resilience hubs Infrastructure O ke kahua mamua, mahope ke kūkulu The site first, and then the building / Learn all you can, then practice 76% agree –139 16% neutral –30 8% disagree –15 All communities need a place to gather. The hub was a great example. This is needed, but keep the religious and spiritual areas separate from community areas. Community hubs –schools, parks, and senior centers are important. Kua O Ka Lā PCS is still trying to find permanent locations. The school is based on Hawaiian values and culture. They hosted many events to the health of the lower Puna community. We need to get Pohoiki up and running again. Help renovate and subsidize the spaces that already exist. I N T E N T →Historical, cultural, and scenic resources →Shoreline public access →Agricultural land and open space preservation Historical and Cultural Resources E X A M P L E S •Increase public access sites •Restore native habitat •Preserve/restore significant historic and cultural sites Natural & Cultural Resource Management He aliʻi ka ‘āina, he kauā ke kanaka The land is the chief, man is the servant. Referring to man having to take care of the land in order for man to survive. 91% agree –168 8% neutral –15 1% disagree –2 These things represent important cultural values and the Hawaiian practice of sharing aloha for our ‘āina. Shoreline access is important, however we should also respect the rights of individuals who own the land and maintain it. We lost our safe places to access the ocean. Fishermen are still waiting for boat ramp. Gathering rights for native Hawaiians must be honored in these spaces. . I N T E N T →Restoration of native ecosystems and habitats →Significant natural and cultural features →Ecologically sensitive lands mauka to makai Native Ecosystems E X A M P L E S •Protect/preserve native forests and geological features •action against invasive species •Public and private collaboration on restoration projects Protect, preserve and restore is the best thing we can do in order for our natural native ecosystem to thrive. Lot of area was destroyed so we have to take care of what we have left. Natural & Cultural Resource Management He aliʻi ka ‘āina, he kauā ke kanaka The land is the chief, man is the servant. Referring to man having to take care of the land in order for man to survive. 88% agree –163 9% neutral –16 3% disagree –5 Primary focus should be on invasives. Provide additional and committed annual funding to prevent the further degradation of these open areas by slowly encroaching invasive plants. Yes, but need to balance w/ housing and economic growth needs. The County shouldn't be wasting its small budget on things such as this. There are private organizations and individuals who do this. I N T E N T →Access to quality health services →Options and facilities that promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle →Keiki to kūpuna Physical and Mental Health E X A M P L E S •Spectrum of facilities, services and programs •Sensitive to diversity of cultures, beliefs, and needs Most especially we need dialysis in Puna. We need dentists. So many people are dealing with lingering effects of the trauma and post-eruption issues that having counselors available would be helpful. No one cares this whole place has PTSD. The distance to a hospital from lower Puna is well over an hour. We don't have enough medical facilities compared to population. Puna Community Medical Center was created with these services in mind. Health and Wellbeing Loa‘a ke ola i Hālau-a-ola Life is obtained in the house of life. Used when one is returned to safety, happiness, or well-being. 88% agree –162 9% neutral –17 3% disagree –5 I N T E N T →Access to quality social services →Increase police, fire, and emergency personnel Social Health and Safety E X A M P L E S •Wrap around social services •Community based, culturally relevant, individualized, family centered •Restore and harden critical and emergency facilities There are many people in need of social services in Puna, and if their needs are unmet, the consequences are felt by the entire community. Get the services to where the people live. Emergency services and police responsiveness are key to a healthy community. We have a VERY low number of police for the Puna district. They do the best they can. We are in an emergency desert. Health and Wellbeing Loa‘a ke ola i Hālau-a-ola Life is obtained in the house of life. Used when one is returned to safety, happiness, or well-being. 83% agree –154 14% neutral –26 3% disagree –5 I N T E N T →Increase the percentage of residents that are economically self-sufficient Family Economic Health E X A M P L E S •Community-based food systems •Family Financial Empowerment Services •Diversified options to meet basic needs Lot's of jobs in Hawai‘i don't pay enough for people to be able to afford to live in Hawaiʻi. It's a great idea to improve the economy in a sustainable, locally relevant way. Local food production is another wave that is a must for future social and personal health. It is ridiculous that an area with the agricultural potential of Puna depends so much upon food from elsewhere. We must expand community- based food systems and begin this in the schools.‘Āina based educational initiatives/careers must be supported. Health and Wellbeing Loa‘a ke ola i Hālau-a-ola Life is obtained in the house of life. Used when one is returned to safety, happiness, or well-being. 87% agree –158 11% neutral –20 2% disagree –3 How can government do this? Of course all would be great if can . . . The Puna CDP Action Committee recommends the intent of the recovery objectives as presented by the County of Hawaiʻi Recovery Team and revised by the PCDP Action Committee to be the priority recovery objectives for the Kīlauea Eruption Recovery planning process, which will advance the priority recovery goals confirmed by the Action Committee at the May 21, 2019 PCDP Action Committee meeting. Proposed Motion Me Ka Mahalo Nui