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EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025:
A Community -Based Vision and
Living Action Plan
PROGRESS REPORT
JULY 2007 — DECEMBER 2008
Prepared by:
Marlene Murray
On behalf of the
EDH 2025 VisionKeepers
December 2008
%, Downtown Hilo
A A� 2025
The JIlission of the EDH 2Of5 VisionKeepers is to energize, guide, inspire, and
strengthen partnerships within the community to implement the Plan.
December 2008
EDH 2025 Aloha!
VisionKeepers
Eileen O'Hara
Chair
Dolly Strazar
Vice Chair
Ellen Takazawa
Treasurer
Sudha Achar
Kaholo Daguman
Neil Erickson
Tiana Kaluhiwa
Paul Nash
Kathleen Nielsen
Caleb Yamanaka
Susan Gagorik
County of Hawaii Planning
Department Liaison
Alex Frost
Hawaii County Resource Center
Liaison
Kylie Alexandra
Community Planning Assistant
Marlene Murray
Recorder
On behalf of the EDH2O25 VisionKeepers, I am pleased to present the Envision Downtown
Hilo 2025 VisionKeepers Progress Report for the period, July 2007 - December 2008. If you
are not familiar with EnVision Donmtoy)n Hilo 2025: A Community -Based Vision and Living Action
Plan please visit our website at www.co.hawaii.hi.us /edh2025.
This report is divided into two sections. The first section, The VisionKeepers Progress
Report, lists our core values, goals, and how we have worked to achieve them. We have made
great strides in the areas of strengthening relationships with Lead Solution Partners and
building local leadership capacity. This section concludes with a few highlights that we are
especially proud o£ the completion of The VisionKeepers Guide to Implementing Your Community
Plan, the updating of the Action Plan Matrix, and our 2nd Town Meeting, which was held on
September 30, 2008.
The second section, the Status of the Action Plan, begins with a list of our Lead Solution
Partners. Without their commitment, the Plan simply would never be realized. Their
dedication and fortitude is what moves the Plan forward as they work on their individual
Actions. We have also come to realize that successful implementation relies heavily on
partnerships, more specifically, government /community partnerships. For example, the
Tsunami, Education, Preparation, and Kecoverg Projectforponmtonm Hilo typifies the power of this
symbiotic collaboration. Finally, we provide a list of Actions that have been initiated for each of
the six Focus Areas.
As we reflect back on the last year and a half, we also look ahead to an exciting future. In early
2009, we will begin gearing up for our Five -Year Review process, where we will be taking the
Plan back to the community. We look forward to continue working with our Lead Solution
Partners and welcoming new ones. The VisionKeepers will carry on with our mission to
"shepherd" the Plan and ensure that it retains the intent of the community.
We thank all who have contributed to advancing the Plan — especially those of you who work
quietly behind the scenes and often go unrecognized. We look forward to working with all of
you as we move towards realizing our vision for Downtown Hilo!
Sincerely,
gh,e�l
Eileen O'Hara, Ph.D.
Chair, EDH 2025 VisionKeepers
Table of Contents
Chair's Letter
Table of Contents
Part I - VisionKeepers Progress Report
VisionKeepers
VisionKeepers Core Values
VisionKeepers Goals
VisionKeepers Highlights
Part II - Status of the Action Plan
Committed Lead Solution Partners
Focus Areas
Summary /Next Step
Appendix
The New EDH 2025 Sustainability Measures Column
Budgets
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Overarching Vision Inside Back Cover
Contact Information Back Cover
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Part I. VisionKeepers Progress Report
The Mission of the EDH 2025 VisionKeepers is to energize, guide, inspire and
strengthen partnerships within the community to implement the plan.
VisionKeepers
Eileen O'Hara, Chair
(Past)
Dolly Strazar, Vice Chair
Ellen Takazawa, Treasurer
Keith Akiyama
Barbara Andersen
Sudha Achar
Julie Cade Bon
Andrew Chun
Kaholo Daguman
Leah Craft
Neil Erickson
William "Tip" Davis
Tiana Kaluhiwa
Bonnie Geiger
Paul Nash
Sonia Juvik
Kathleen Nielsen
James Leonard
Caleb Yamanaka
Jeremy McComber
Susan Gagorik, Planning Department Liaison
Alice Moon
heryl "Quack" Moore
i County Resource Center Liaison
Alex Frost, Hawaii
James Morin
Kylie Alexandra, Community Planning Assistant
Donna Saiki
Marlene Murray, Recorder
Julie Tulang
Our Vision is that the community embraces, implements, and celebrates the
community -based Vision and Living Action Plan.
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VisionKeepers Core Values
(Core Values are what we believe in and how we work together with others.
They are the fundamental principles that guide our Vision and Mission.)
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METHODS OF ACHIEVING CORE VALUES
II
CORE VALUES
NUMBER
JULY 2007 - NOVEMBER 2008
VisionKeeper Monthly Meetings
16
Executive Committee Meetings
16
Special VisionKeeper Meetings
1
Subcommittee Meetings
57
Build Local Leadership
Capacity
Presentations to County Council /Planning
Commission
5
Conferences, Workshops, Training
(For details, please refer to VisionKeepers
17
Goal #7, p a e 5
Lead Solution Partner Gatherings
5
VisionKeeper Presentations to Lead Solution
Partners
5
Lead Solution Partner Presentations at
VisionKeeper Meetings
9
2
Encourage Partnerships and
Community /Government
Collaboration
VisionKeeper /Lead Solution Partner
Meetings (Individual
Meetings/Appointments)
38
VisionKeeper participation in Lead Solution
Partner Public Meetings
8
VisionKeeper participation in Planning
Department Meetings
7
2nd Town Meeting 250 attendees
1
Press Releases
3
Newspaper Articles
4
3
Continue Community
Involvement, Outreach,
Newspaper Submissions
2
Networking, and Education
Radio Interviews
3
Newspaper Advertisements
3
EDH 2025 Monthly News Reports in the HDIA
Newsletter
3
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VisionKeepers Goals
July 2007 through June 2009
1. Strengthen relationships with Lead Solution Partners.
&/In October 2007, the VisionKeepers began inviting Lead Solution
Partners to make presentations at our monthly meetings. So far, eight
Lead Solution Partners have presented, including the Pacific Tsunami
Museum (twice), the Hilo Bay Watershed Advisory Group, the Wailuku
River Walk Steering Committee, the Hawaii County Fire Department, the
Hilo Downtown Improvement Association, the Hilo Farmers Market, the
Department of Environmental Management, and the County Mass Transit
Agency.
VThe VisionKeepers have made numerous presentations to Lead
Solution Partner representatives, boards, and committees.
VBeginning April 2008, a representative from the Hilo Downtown
Improvement Association began attending all VisionKeepers monthly
meetings.
VEach VisionKeeper is also a Focus Area Mentor. Besides ensuring that
the Actions keep the intent of the respective Focus Area, they also
provide support to Lead Solution Partners.
�i/ In preparation for the Town Meeting, the VisionKeepers hosted three
Lead Solution Partner Gatherings. In addition, a Debriefing Luncheon
Meeting and a post -Town Meeting Gathering were held to discuss "next
steps" for implementation.
2. Fund and Showcase Easy Win Projects.
&/The VisionKeepers secured funding from the County Council which
was contracted to the Hilo Downtown Improvement Association to work
on these Easy Win Projects: Hanging Baskets, an Interpretive Initiative, and
revitalization of Liholiho Park in Downtown Hilo.
3. Produce a Progress Report.
VThe July 2007 - December 2008 Progress Report was completed in
December 2008.
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4. Produce an Implementation Guidebook that documents our first
two years and outlines "lessons learned."
VThe VisionKeepers' Guide to Implementing Your Community Plan was
completed in April 2008.
5. Update the Action Plan Matrix.
VThe Revised Action Plan Matrix - Community Review Draft was
completed in September 2008 and presented at the 2nd Town Meeting.
6. Promote the EDH 2025 Plan /Logo /Information Guide
VA Speakers Bureau was established in September 2007.
VThe EDH 2025 Information Guide and logo decals were created in
November 2007, and distribution is ongoing.
VA PowerPoint presentation has been developed, which can be
tailored for various audiences.
VThe EDH 2025 website has been updated and the site is included in all
promotional materials.
VEDH 2025 pens and reusable shopping bags were produced in July
2008, and distribution is ongoing.
7.Identify opportunities for VisionKeepers to build leadership
capacity and enhance teamwork.
VOver 90% of the VisionKeepers have completed County of Hawaii
sponsored Basic Facilitation Workshops.
VTwo VisionKeepers attended the Coastal Zone Management
Conference in Portland, Oregon in July 2007. They also met with the
Implementation Committee in Hillsboro, Oregon.
VFive VisionKeepers attended the Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Summit on
Oahu in September 2007.
VSeveral VisionKeepers attended the Public Seminar on Dynamic
Planning: Charrette in Context, sponsored by the National Charrette
Institute in April 2008.
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8. Define the future of the VisionKeepers to best ensure
implementation of the EDH 2025 Plan.
The VisionKeepers continually evaluate themselves, their purpose, and
their role in implementing the EDH 2025 Plan.
VThe Organizational Governance and Mission Statement were revised
in March 2008.
VThe VisionKeepers held a phone conference with Steven Ames, Long
R,a /nge Planner /Visioning Expert Consultant, to discuss next steps.
�i/ Throughout the year, the VisionKeepers discussed in what capacity
they can best support the EDH 2025 Plan and have considered the
possibility of evolving into another type of entity in the future.
9. Host a 2nd EDH 2025 Meeting to showcase ongoing Actions and
Easy Win projects and provide opportunities for community
engagement.
VThe 2nd Town Meeting was held on September 30, 2008 with over 250
attendees.
1O.Begin preparing for the five -year Action Plan Update
Community Review Process (2009- 2010).
11.Meet with Community Development Plan Action Committees to
distribute the Implementation Guide.
VThe VisionKeeper's Guide to Implementing Your Community Plan was
distributed to the Mayor's Office, State Office of Planning, County Council,
and Planning Department Planners between May - September 2008.
12.Identify opportunities to promote Plan implementation in
government.
VIn September 2008, Kylie Alexandra, EDH 2025 Community Planning
Assistant (CPA), began attending Planning Department CDP Team
meetings with other Planners and CPAs.
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VisionKeepers Highlights:
The VisionKeeper's Guide to Implementing Your Community
Plan was completed in April 2008. It was written to capture the
first two years of implementation and the lessons learned. The
Guide has been distributed to the Mayor, County Council, the
Planning Department, Lead Solution Partners, the former Friends
of Downtown Hilo Steering Committee, as well as other Visioning
and Implementation Groups in Oregon and Australia. The
Guide will also be presented to the new Community
Development Plan Action Committees on Hawaii Island, as a
resource guide to assist them in implementing their Community
Plans.
The Action Plan Matrix is now updated.
In September 2007, LeAna Gloor was
contracted to produce the Revised Action Plan
Matrix - Community Review Draft. A year later,
the project was completed and the result is a
more concise, visually interesting online version
of the Action Plan, which includes status reports
on initiated Actions. Headings were revised
and new columns were created, such as Action
Type and Potential Partners. Sustainability
Measures were also added and the new icons
present the reader with a more comprehensible
document. (See Appendix) The draft Plan will
be reviewed by the community during the Five -
Year Action Plan Update.
The 2nd EDH 2025 Town Meeting was held on September 30, 2008 at the
Theater. The event featured
�_'Jwr_,� discussion on Downtown F
Historic Palace
a lively panel
ilo - Its Past,
Present and Future, displays by Lead Solution
Partners, and lots of food and entertainment.
The over 250 attendees were provided the
opportunity to experience keypad polling,
where they were asked several questions on
what they would like to see happen in
Downtown Hilo. The fully engaged audience
was thrilled to see their results flashed on the
screen almost instantaneously!
For further information on any of the above, please visit our website at
www.co.hawaii.hi.us /edh2025.
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Part II. Status of the Action Plan
Lead Solution Partners (LSPs) are existing community or government organizations who
have committed to the Community Vision and are identified in the Plan to take the
lead role for initiating or implementing an Action(s) in the Living Action Plan.
Committed Lead Solution Partners
Alice Moon & Company
Barbara Andersen
Bike Systems Advocates
Big Island Resource Conservation and Development Council
Connections Public Charter School
East Hawaii Cultural Council
Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency
Hawaii County Department of Environmental Management
Hawaii County Department of Parks and Recreation
Hawaii County Department of Public Works
Hawaii County Department of Research and Development
Hawaii County Fire Department
Hawaii County Mass Transit Agency
Hawaii County Planning Department
Hawaii County Police Department
Hawaii County Office of Housing and Community Development
Hilo Bay Watershed Advisory Group
Hilo Downtown Improvement Association
Hilo Farmers Market
Hilo Public Library
Lyman Museum
Palace Theater
Pacific Tsunami Museum
Recycle Hawaii
Tropical Visions
Wailuku River Walk Steering Committee
YWCA of Hawaii Island
During this Progress Report period, we are pleased to introduce three new Lead Solution Partners:
Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce
University of Hawaii at Hilo - Department of Geography and Environmental Studies
State Department of Health, Healthy Hawaii Initiative
TOTAL NUMBER OF LEAD SOLUTION PARTNERS: 30
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`'ISION FOCUS AREA 1
Creating Economic Vitality
Total Actions
Initiated 52% Initiated
(12)
Total Actions
(23)
0 5 10 15 20 25
Initiated Actions
1.11 Expand Hele -On routes /stops
1.13 Launch downtown circulating shuttle (Easv 1Vin)-see pg 11
1.14 Provide bicycle racks and related amenities on buses and
in Park and Ride areas
1.33 Promote existing and develop new tax incentives for
Downtown property owners and businesses
1.34 Explore the creation of a Business Improvement District
1.51 Support and market existing events and festivals, such as
Hawaii's World Heritage Festival, Downtown Ho'olaulea,
and County Band Concerts
1.52 Coordinate study on economic impact of events and
festivals
1.53 Coordinate with and market to draw in large events'
visitors
1.54 Support the development of new festivals and events
such as the Agricultural Festival and Expo
1.71 Establish a permanent Farmers Market
The Hilo Farmers Market
Special Management Area
application was approved by
the Planning Department.
All Hele -On Buses are now
equipped with bicycle racks.
1.72 Develop partnerships to promote unique food, arts, crafts, and locally grown
products
1.73 Develop and promote marketing campaign for Downtown
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VISION FOCUS AREA 2
Preserving Our Environment
Total Actions
57% Initiated
Initiated
(13)
Total Actions
(23)
0 5 10 15 20 25
Initiated Actions
2.11 Develop a pilot clean -up project to increase visibility of the Wailuku River
2.12 Review existing landscape design plan /or develop new plan to include
consideration for connecting bikeways, paths or lanes
2.13 Develop a comprehensive system of connected trails and parks along Hilo Bay from
Wailuku River to the Pier*
2.21 Establish a photo inventory of existing view planes and other
relevant data bases
2.32 Develop a system of bike lanes
2.41 Establish a water quality testing program
2.42 Explore alternative methods to clean the bay and improve
water circulation, including options to alter the breakwater
2.45 Coordinate storm drain stenciling and community
education about pollution impacts
Hanging Baskets were
installed on four
decorative light posts.
2.46 Facilitate community education about the Hilo Bay Watershed and Hilo Bay*
2.52 Create programs that educate residents and businesses on how to increase
recycling and reduce waste
2.53 Install and maintain trash receptacles which have option to sort recycling
2.54 Develop incentives for businesses to recycle
2.63 Develop community gardens and pocket parks (Easy Win) -see pg 11
* indicates New Action
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VISION FOCUS AREA 3
Strengthening and Sustaining our Community
Initiated Actions
3.12 Develop programs as warranted based on survey
3.24 Host EDH 2025 Town Meetings to showcase ongoing
actions, deliver progress reports to the community,
and provide public engagement opportunities in
accordance with a dynamic Living Action Plan*
3.41 Establish a community history project that includes an
oral history
3.42 Promote walking tours of downtown
3.51 Provide emergency shelter options for homeless
community
Eas` Win - Vision - friendly activities or doable projects that
depend on community involvement and where community is the
primary beneficiary. These projects are visible and can be
organized and accomplished simply, inexpensively and quickly --
ideally in less than one year.
* indicates New Action
The 2nd EDH 2025 Town Meeting
was held on September 30, 2008.
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�TJSION FOCUS AREA 4
Enhancing Education, Culture and the Arts
Completed Actions
(1)
Total Actions 38% Initiated
Initiated
(3)
Total Actions
(8)
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Initiated Actions
4.12 Maintain and promote a master calendar of community
events Web site
4.22 Conduct a comprehensive assessment of interpretive and
other signage needs 4Easv 1Vin) -see pg 11
4.33 Promote greater library participation in community events
and activities
Completed Action
4.11 Develop a coordinated effort of community partnerships
and cooperative efforts related to education, culture,
and the arts
The Hilo Public Library
features several community
events throughout the year,
such as the Children's
Summer Reading Program
and the Kenny Endo Taiko
Ensemble.
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VISION FOCUS AREA 5
Promoting Health and Safety
Completed Actions
(1)
Total Actions 30% Initiated
Initiated
(3)
Total Actions
(10)
0 2 4 6 8 10 12
Initiated Actions
5.11 Develop an emergency response plan for businesses and
facilities
5.12 Develop and deliver an educational program on all
hazards preparedness
5.14 Develop and conduct a tsunami education, preparation,
evacuation, and recovery program for both Pacific -wide
and locally - generated tsunamis*
5.22 Promote a more visible police presence
5.23 Develop a comprehensive street lighting program
including alternative technologies (e.g. photovoltaic)
4Ea%y A'inl -see pg 1 1
Completed Action
5.31 Expand program to install curb cuts in sidewalks
* indicates New Action
V- POLICE
V00HEAU MTN! STATMN
5
A police substation at the Bus
Terminal substantially
increases police presence
downtown.
Curb cuts increase accessibility
in Downtown Hilo.
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VISION FOCUS AREA 6
Managing Growth
Completed Actions
(2)
Total Actions 20% Initia ed
Initiated
(2)
Total Actions
(10)
0 2 4 6 8 10 12
Initiated Actions
6.22 Identify and develop potential parking alternatives
6.51 Research, develop, and publicize incentives for developer
to provide housing in Downtown
Completed Actions
6.11 Develop a pilot project using an event such as "First
Fridays" for a vehicle -free area
6.32 Evaluate the EDH 2025 Living Action Plan and its
consistency with recognized sustainable planning
strategies
The Department of Public
Works removed the traffic
circle on Kamehameha Avenue
and created thirteen
additional parking spaces.
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Visual Summary for All Actions
Completed Actions
(4)
Total Actions 44% Initiated
Initiated
(38)
Total Actions
(86)
0 20 40 60 80 100
Status reports for initiated and completed Actions are available online by visiting our
website at:
www.co.hawaii.hi.us/edh2025
(Select the appropriate Focus Area and click on the Action number.)
Next Step...
Five Year Action Plan Update (2009 -2010)
The EDH 2025 Plan has come to life since its original inception four years ago.
Early in 2009, we will begin the five (5) year Action Plan Update which will
include a comprehensive community- review process for the six (6) Focus Areas.
Many new and inspiring strategies and actions have come to our attention. It
will be an exciting process as we strive to achieve sustainability for Downtown
Hilo!
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Appendix
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The New EDH 2025 Sustainability Measures Column
A sustainable Downtown Hilo is one that meets the needs of those of the present
without compromising our ability to meet the needs and opportunities of future
generations. EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 strives towards a sustainable urban model so
as to ensure that the choices we make today not only enhance our quality of life, but
also do not compromise our children's, or our grandchildren's, future. Our principles of
sustainability encompass the big picture, whether we are evaluating our economy, our
ecological footprint, or our personal health. To create and maintain a sustainable
Downtown Hilo is critical to the larger health and future prosperity of the greater Hilo
area and the Island of Hawaii itself.
To encourage sustainable implementation, we embrace the two core values:
firstly, implementation is built upon a foundation of diverse stakeholder involvement
which provides collaborative dialogue on key topics and issues of concern to the
community. Secondly, we strive to build local leadership capacity to ensure that
actions can be initiated and implemented. With those values in mind, the Sustainability
Measures column has been created to ensure that the EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025
Living Action Plan is progressive with recognized planning strategies and industry 'best
practices,' and to provide a prioritization tool in which to evaluate the specific actions
of the Plan. We consulted with a variety of respected resources in order to custom -fit 10
measures that encompass the diverse elements of sustainability with the unique needs
of Downtown Hilo.
The Sustainability Measures provide tools for shaping sustainably- oriented
implementation. They direct us to reassess current standards and guidelines to ensure
that they too evolve in accordance with a sustainable focus; for example, to allow
wide, covered sidewalks that will enhance walkability and access. Recognizing
specific actions as sustainably crucial will enable community stakeholders, Lead
Solution Partners, and funding organizations to clearly identify which actions are
interconnected, and which actions have been prioritized as fundamental for Next Step
development. For funding purposes, the column will aid users in identifying which
actions relate to basic sustainability principles, thus ensuring that the project is in line
with their particular objective.
Below are the 10 Sustainability Measures. Notice that each Sustainability
Measure has a corresponding icon which will appear in the matrix column to signify that
it fit into the measure's criteria. Any actions which contain several icons are considered
sustainably- focused and warrant priority implementation.
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Mixed -Use Development. This measure highlights actions which promote,
develop, or enhance a variety of land uses within the downtown area. For our
purposes, mixed -use development refers to the practice of mixing retail,
residential, and office space uses within the specific area of Downtown Hilo. The
most common example of mixed -use can be seen in buildings which contain
storefronts at ground level and office space or apartment residencies in the
floors above. Promoting mixed -use development enables the downtown to
develop a dense urban fabric, it can enhance economic vitality, it increases
safety through an "eyes on the street" approach, and it creates a downtown
core where essential services are close and accessible.
This measure is highlighted within these recognized strategies: Smart Growth,
New Urbanism, and True Urbanism.
Q Multi -modal Transportation. This measure highlights actions that promote a
variety of transportation options such as public transit, shuttle service, park -and-
ride options, private vehicles, pedestrians, scooters, bicycles, rollerblades, etc.
Downtown Hilo should be an area of "complete streets" which are designed and
operated to enable safe access for all users. Actions will receive this icon if they
promote alternative modes of transportation that will contribute to a decrease
of private vehicle congestion in the downtown urban core, and actions that
ensure that pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and bus riders of all ages and abilities
are able to safely move on and cross our downtown streets.
This measure is highlighted within these recognized strategies: Smart Growth,
New Urbanism, New Pedestrianism, Transit - Oriented Development, Complete
Streets, and True Urbanism.
Healthy Living & Walkability. This measure recognizes that an active and
economically healthy downtown is directly related to residents with healthy and
active lifestyles. We recognize that vital goods and services within close
proximities will enable and encourage walking and other forms of physically
active transport, and can contribute to decreased vehicle congestion in the
downtown area. This icon will highlight actions that promote active living,
pedestrian- oriented and pedestrian - priority streets, a downtown core of short
distances, and other health - promoting projects. Design elements of pedestrian -
oriented streets utilize traffic - calming methods such as curving roadways,
medians, traffic "bubbles," crosswalk pavers, planter boxes, eaves which protect
pedestrians from rain, wide sidewalks, plenty of crosswalks, and benches.
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This measure is highlighted within these recognized strategies: Smart Growth,
New Urbanism, New Pedestrianism, Transit - Oriented Development, Complete
Streets, and True Urbanism.
Earth - Friendly. We believe that a sustainable society is environmentally pro-
active and seeks to find a balance with its natural surroundings. This measure
focuses on projects that are environmentally sensitive, particularly in regards to
resource conservation and the utilization of renewable energy sources. This icon
will appear on actions related to environmentally - conscious projects such as
photovoltaic systems (including street lighting), curbside recycling programs,
street trees, bioswales (to reduce stormwater runoff), rainwater harvesting,
stormwater reclamation, and environmental education programs, events, and
studies.
This measure is inspired by principles within New Urbanism & the Hawaii 2050 Plan.
Green Building & Infrastructure. This measure highlights projects which employ
recognized green building strategies for new construction, community
infrastructure, or the remodeling of existing buildings. Green building and
infrastructure standards are focused on reducing the impact of the built
environment on the natural environment, with a particular emphasis on human
health and the overarching life cycle costs of development. In 2006, Hawaii
State Law mandated that new State buildings follow green building standards
(LEED), and also required that Hawaii counties promote green building projects.
To qualify for this icon, the action project must adhere to at least LEED - Silver
standards.
;�i� Civic Gathering Spaces. This measure highlights public gathering spaces that
draw us together and enhance our community. In following the ancient
tradition of a town square or a central market place serving as the vital hub of a
city, we want to celebrate actions that will enhance civic gathering spaces and
promote gathering events in the downtown area. An action will receive this icon
if it directly contributes to the promotion of existing or new civic gathering spaces
or events.
This measure was inspired by a combination of principles within True Urbanism.
Parks & Natural Spaces. This measure recognizes actions that promote the
development, expansion, and maintenance of downtown parks and natural
spaces, including pocket - parks, the urban treescape, and natural view planes.
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By enhancing our urban parks and open spaces, we can protect sensitive
environmental areas near the bay, employ natural flood and erosion control
strategies, moderate ambient air temperatures from the heat - island effect,
increase property values, and create a pleasant and attractive downtown
experience that will add to our quality of life.
This measure is an adaptation of a Smart Growth principle.
Ohana Tradition. The Hawaiian culture is centered around the ohana, which
extends toward the greater community as we acknowledge our interdependent
relationships with those around us. We believe that our downtown's true
measurement of success relates to a prioritization of our children and a true
dedication to our seniors, and that by focusing on our community ohana, we
honor the values of our host - culture. This measure focuses on the downtown
area being a safe and healthy place for the entire family - from the kupuna to
the keiki. To that end, we want our downtown to reflect a celebratory
atmosphere where the child in all of us feels safe to play, learn, interact, and
explore. This icon will appear on actions that relate to cultural programs, youth
and senior activities, after - school programs, programs & events that promote art/
music /theater, pedestrian safety concerns (for example, programs to ensure safe
walking routes to schools), crime prevention, and access issues.
This measure was inspired by True Urbanism, the Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Plan,
and Complete Streets.
Equitable Access. We believe that all residents and visitors to Downtown Hilo
o� should be free of economic, social, or physical obstacles to downtown services
and amenities. This measure will acknowledge actions that ensure that our
downtown is a fair space that is considerate and appreciative of the diversity of
the human experience. Examples of the type of actions that relate to equitable
access are: signs which utilize meaningful icons redundant with textual
information, smooth ground surfaces, ramps, curb cuts, and appropriate non -
English language usage in signs.
This measure was inspired and adapted from the principles of Universal Design,
The Portland Plan, and Complete Streets.
Heart of Hilo. This measure highlights the philosophy that Downtown Hilo is the
heart of Hilo. This measure ensures that Downtown Hilo remains a focal point of
activity and reminds us that the presence of people underlies a sustainable
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society. Actions that directly contribute to creating an energetic and vibrant
downtown area that will enrich and uplift our human experience will receive this
icon. Examples include: visible art such as murals and sculptures, beautification
projects, sidewalk cafes, performing arts, and outdoor entertainment.
This measure was inspired and adapted from principles in Smart Growth, New
Urbanism, and True Urbanism.
To Learn more about these progressive planning strategies, please see:
Smart Growth: http: / /www.smartgrowth.org
New Urbanism: http: / /www.newurbanism.org
New Pedestrianism: http : / /www.pedestrianvillages.com
Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Plan: www.hawaii205O.org
The Portland Plan: http:// www. portlandonline .com /portlandpIan/
Complete Streets: http: / /www.completestreets.org
True Urbanism: http:// www. livablecities .org /TrueUrbanism.htm
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED): www.usgbc.org
Universal Design: http: / /www. design. ncsu. edu /cud /about _ ud /udprinciples.htm
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In the year 2025, Downtown Hilo
...Has a vibrant, thriving, and diversified economy that supports its residents, visitors, and local
businesses with a gathering place that builds on the community's unique scientific, educational,
historical, spiritual, cultural, and artistic assets.
Is a green, sustainable environment with protected natural resources - magnificent vistas,
pristine waters, pure sweet air, and historic charm.
...Carefully manages its growth and development through sound planning and policies,
accommodating change while preserving its unique historical character, natural features, and
quality of life.
...Is a friendly, safe, and healthy community with affordable housing, accessible health care, low
levels of crime, well- maintained streets, pedestrian pathways, public places, and a wealth of
recreational activities for families and youth.
...Is a global magnet for education, culture, and the arts, building on its rich Hawaiian, ethnic, and
cultural diversity and shares these resources with the community and the rest of the world.
...Is synonymous with the spirit of Aloha, a community that celebrates its unique character, rich
heritage, generational values, and vision for the future. Our hometown, Downtown Hilo, is a
welcoming neighborhood like no other - a wonderful place to live, work and play.
For more information on the EnVision Downtown Hilo 2025 Living Action Plan...
Visit our website: www.co.hawaii.hi.us /edh2025
Email: edh2025 @gmail.com
Call: (808) 961 -8288, ext #256
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Write: EDH 2025 VisionKeepers
c/o County of Hawaii Planning Department
101 Pauahi St. Suite #3
Hilo, H 1 96720