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Home My WebLink About2025-02-20 LPC Hearing - Economy_ImplementationCounty of Hawaiʻi General Plan Comprehensive Review Leeward Planning Commission Thriving, Diverse, & Regenerative Economy; Monitoring & Implementation February 20, 2025 Thriving, Diverse, & Regenerative Economy Chapters Elements Introduction Purpose, Authority, & History Planning Process Sustainability Principles & Practices Planning System & Framework Grounded Vision & Goals Collaborative Biocultural Stewardship Native Habitats Watersheds Biocultural Stewardship Cultural & Historic Assets Natural Beauty (Scenic Character) Adapting to Climate Change for Island-Wide Health Mitigation Adaptation Sustainable Development & Resilient Communities Land Use Transportation Access & Mobility Public Utilities Public Facilities & Services Housing For All Integrated Systems Thriving, Diversified, & Regenerative Economy Agriculture & Food Systems Visitor Industry Implementation & Monitoring Planning System Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Monitoring & Evaluation Pl a n C h a p t e r s & S e c t i o n s Economic Considerations in the General Plan •Why is it important? •Helps align land use policies with economic growth goals •Encourages investment in areas that support local jobs and businesses •Promotes economic resilience against global and local economic changes •Ensures equitable opportunities for all community members Sustainability Economy (overarching goal) Our economy is diverse, regenerative, and innovative, improving and maintaining the financial well-being of our residents with a focus on increasing local economic opportunities. Economy Agriculture & Food Systems Goal: Agriculture is a robust, diversified sector that addresses food security and includes a broad range of agricultural-based businesses that highlight value. EconomyVisitor Industry Goal: A high quality of life for residents is maintained when a regenerative visitor industry balances the preservation of natural and cultural resources with responsible visitation. Economic Objectives Obj 43: Improve access at all levels for education and training. Obj 44: Increase the growth and health of small businesses. Obj 45: Incorporate resiliency, diversity, and innovation in County programs, plans, and research to support healthy economic development and revitalization. Obj 46: Increase access to land for active food production. Obj 47: Increase interagency coordination, programs, and policy initiatives that improve local agriculture infrastructure. Obj 48: Support the visitor industry investment in its connection with communities, the ʻāina, and our historic and multicultural heritage. Obj 49: Increase authentic Hawaiʻi Island visitor experiences. Agriculture & Food Systems Visitor Industry Economic Policies & Actions Example Goal: Our economy is diverse, regenerative, and innovative, improving and maintaining the financial well-being of our residents with a focus on increasing local economic opportunities. Policy 43.3: Support apprenticeships and workforce training to strengthen leadership and entrepreneurial skillsets and networks. •The policy sets the vision for a stronger workforce with leadership and entrepreneurial capabilities, while the actions provide the mechanisms to achieve this goal. Objective 43: Improve access at all levels for education and training. Action 43.b: Continue to provide or expand County services and/or programs for workforce development and technical assistance. Action 43.f: Develop and maintain partnerships with the higher education system and other organizations to support education and workforce development opportunities. Economic Policies & Actions Example Goal: Our economy is diverse, regenerative, and innovative, improving and maintaining the financial well-being of our residents with a focus on increasing local economic opportunities. Policy 44.2: Streamline regulatory processes associated with starting and operating a business. •Policy intent: Make regulatory processes more efficient, so that it is easier to start and operate a business. Reducing bureaucratic delays, simplifying permitting, and improving coordination can lower barriers for entrepreneurs and encourage economic growth. Objective 44: Increase the growth and health of small businesses. Action 44.a: Promote liaison services with the private sector with respect to the County’s requirements for establishing businesses on the island. •The action provides an approach to implementing the policy by establishing liaison services to assist the private sector in navigating County requirements. These services would offer guidance, facilitate communication with government agencies, and help businesses comply with regulations. Economic Policies & Actions Example – Agriculture & Food Systems Goal: Agriculture is a robust, diversified sector that addresses food security and includes a broad range of agricultural-based businesses that highlight value. Policy 46.8: Support the research and development of the agriculture technology industry in collaboration with agriculture applications to optimize production. •Policy intent: Promote research and development in agricultural technology to optimize food production. By integrating technological advancements with agricultural practices, farmers can improve efficiency, increase yields, and adapt to environmental challenges. Objective 46: Increase access to land for active food production. Action 46.f: Invest in a crop suitability tool, including existing and projected water demand. •Provides farmers and policymakers with critical data on which crops are best suited for specific locations, considering factors like soil quality, climate conditions, and water availability. Economic Policies & Actions Example – Visitor Industry Goal: A high quality of life for residents is maintained when a regenerative visitor industry balances the preservation of natural and cultural resources with responsible visitation. Policy 49.2 Strengthen the accessibility of creative industries and Hawaiʻi Island-made products such as fashion, food, and the arts to the visitor industry. •Streamlined event processes increase exposure, infrastructure investments improve visitor accessibility, and technical support strengthens business capacity. Objective 49: Increase authentic Hawaiʻi Island visitor experiences. Action 49.a Streamline processes for community-based programs, festivals, and events. Action 49.d Continue to seek funds from the State Capital Improvements Program to support facilities, including restrooms, parking, and road improvements. Action 49.e Provide technical support for local businesses to promote or further develop their products, services, and activities in the visitor industry. Implementation & Monitoring Implementation requires translating broad statements of the GP to specific actions, evaluating progress, and effective community engagement. Implementation Requires A framework focused on: 1.Local engagement 2.Long-term and holistic approach 3.Consistent policies and implementation 4.Interagency collaboration 5.Implementation system Implementation occurs at each level of the Planning System Community Development Plans Purpose •Translate the General Plan’s broad statements and community development guidelines to actions specific to the planning area to address regional issues and opportunities. •Improve and advance communities and community resilience through the acknowledgment and development of community capacity. •Provide a process for citizens to engage in civic dialogue and contribute to the identification of community priorities. CDP process should identify: •Recommended Governmental Improvements •Advocacy Strategies •Acquisition Priorities •Capital Projects •Programs and Community Actions •Social Capital and Community Network Mapping Urban Development and Special Area Plans •An analysis of problems, needs, and opportunities •Appropriate planning standards •Public services and transportation•Housing unit densities, urban design•Streetscaping and landscaping design•A statement of proposed considerations for historic or archaeological features in the proximity of the plan’s area, which may consider restoration, access, buffers, and other measures as appropriate. •Sequencing and phasing of development or redevelopment, public facilities, infrastructure (Examples include roads, water, wastewater, parks, educational sites, and public safety facilities). •Implementation program •CIP, financial considerations, and schedule. Public Agency Functional Plans and Programs •Functional plans are developed by the agency primarily responsible for a given functional area and must identify priority issues and specific needs of the agency responsible for implementation. They may, but are not required to, be adopted by ordinance or resolution. Capital Improvement Program Prioritization •Funding Source •Health and Safety •Long-Range Project Delivery •Nonrecurring Rehabilitation (extreme differed maintenance) •Cost-Benefit Analysis •Level of Service •Land Use Policies Implementation Priorities and Phases Monitoring and Evaluation •Progress Reports •Mayor’s Annual Report •5-year Implementation Status Report •Comprehensive Review and Update Schedule •Initiated not more than 15 years after adoption •Submitted to PC not more than 20 years after adoption •Implementation Table •Actions, Agency, Type •Implementation Indicators For More Information Planning Website – Overall Process Interactive Draft & Maps https://www.planning.hawaiicounty.gov/general-plan-community-planning/gp/comp https://cohplanning.konveio.com/final-recommended-draft-general-plan-2045?document=1 Next Steps Tentative LPC Hearing Dates: Friday, February 21, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. Monday, February 24, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. Information for Upcoming Planning Commission Meetings for Review of General Plan 2045 at: https://www.planning.hawaiicounty.gov/about- us/boards-committees/planning-commission-applications or by calling 808-961-8288. MAHALO County of Hawaiʻi Planning Department